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I echo this sentiment, it was inspiring to watch this team grow throughout the year. The MBA coaching staff has this program on the right track and IMO the future looks very bright for the Big Red. I wish Ensworth the best of luck, no shots at MUS, they have a great program as well, I just want to keep the Gold Ball in the Mid-State.

I spent the last hour reading all of the garbage posted on this thread that I thought was about the upcoming game between FCS and Oliver Springs. I was looking for some insight into what has to be a very exciting time in these young mens life. I saw very little of that. So for an outsider who is a longtime member, please stay on topic so I can keep up with some teams that I have interest in. If you must bash or whine, start a thread and call it "Life's not fair" or something along those lines,, that way I will know to skip that fine literature. Good luck Friendship, you have fought through a lot of adversity to get this far and I am extremely proud of your efforts and accomplishments. This is the most important game of the year. Oliver Springs is a very good team (or they would be playing basketball)and has homefield advantage. Prepare well,stay focused, and as always, don't stop till you hear the whistle!! If you do those things then I will come to watch you win in Cookeville! FCS 28 OS 13

Just a comment from an outsider who has watched several of these boys for many years. Shepard can play much bigger than his physical size, and because of his natural basketball instinct he is invaluable in the paint. He will get double digit scoring from simply out hustling his opponents on the boards.

Aaron's injury was not serious. It was NOT a concussion. The hit was painful and caused numbness, but that has subsided and all CT's / MRI's were clean. Some rehab and he will be ready to go. I want to thank all those who said a prayer for him, they counted,,, each and every one. I would also like to thank Baylor's # 25. He put a good hard hit on Aaron, but that is the game. He came out on the field, visibly upset over the injury, and wished Aaron well. That young man has class and is a true example of sportsmanship.

MRI was Clean. Bruised quadricep. He will just need to rehab through the soreness. He should be game ready for opening night.

It's Simonis, I prefer Chris. While I find it interesting (and even amusing) to read other folks' opinions and predictions, I can assure you that I keep mine to myself, especially when they concern my family. Chris, I hope most of these forum inputs are innocent "opinions and predictions" and the personal stuff is not published. It would be nice to have you join in the DII discussions. Thanks, as you can see by the number of posts I have made in the past 9 years I am not one to join in often, but I do like the facts to be right. I wanted to answer Mr. Woodroof’s question, Aaron was cleared after nine weeks. The “baseline” testing regimen that MBA follows would not allow him to play any sooner. I have a lot of respect for their concern over his complete recovery. He played a few JV games to get his feet back underneath him and then started the final game of the regular season against JPII. So here is to a great season, some great football, and most importantly,,, good health !

Well said Mr. Simons. I look for your son to have a good year *********************************************** It's Simonis, I prefer Chris. While I find it interesting (and even amusing) to read other folks' opinions and predictions, I can assure you that I keep mine to myself, especially when they concern my family.

Outstanding job representing Tennessee !!! The Red showed discipline and their conditioning paid off big time in the 2nd half. The Crusaders were an excellent team and brought a large fan base that supported them well. Congratulations on your win, it was impressive to see you play so well in this NFL stadium. Roll Red !!

What were the results?

Here ya go. Pool A 1A #1 South, TN Wildcats, Lebanon 2A #1 North, Team Mphs 2012, Mphs 3A #2 West, Stars, Mphs 4A #2 East, Ragin Rhino, Lenoire City Pool B 1B #1 East, Blue Devils, Crossville 2B #1 West, War Eagles, Mphs 3B #2 South, TN Edge, Brentwood 4B #2 North, Ballers, Mphs All Games will be played at Bishop Byrne, 1475 E. Shelby Drive, Memphis, TN GAME DAY DATE TIME HOME VISITOR 1 Friday 5/25/2007 5:00 pm 2A 3A 2 Friday 5/25/2007 6:10 pm 2B 4B 3 Friday 5/25/2007 7:20 pm 1A 4A 4 Friday 5/25/2007 8:30 pm 1B 3B 5 Saturday 5/26/2007 9:30 am 1A 2A 6 Saturday 5/26/2007 10:45 am 3A 4A 7 Saturday 5/26/2007 12:00 am 1B 2B 8 Saturday 5/26/2007 1:15 pm 3B 4B 9 Saturday 5/26/2007 5:00 pm 1A 3A 10 Saturday 5/26/2007 6:15 pm 2A 4A 11 Saturday 5/26/2007 7:30 pm 1B 4B 12 Saturday 5/26/2007 8:45 pm 2B 3B 13 Sunday 5/27/2007 8:45 am 4th Pool A 7/8 Place 4th Pool B 14 Sunday 5/27/2007 10:00 am 1st Pool B 2nd Pool A 15 Sunday 5/27/2007 11:15 am 2nd Pool B 1st Pool A 16 Sunday 5/27/2007 12:30 pm 3rd Pool B 5/6 Place 3rd Pool A 17 Sunday 5/27/2007 1:45 pm Loser G 14 3/4 Place Loser G 15 18 Sunday 5/27/2007 3:00 pm Winner G 14 Champion Winner G 15

Thanks for the post. Were there any close games?

Any updates on how this tournament ended up?

Ward and Janice Harder hosted another exceptional tournament this past weekend, sadly, it was the last as they retire from AAU tournament hosting. Thanks for your commitment to the youth of Middle Tennessee. Results: 1) Tennessee Wildcats 2) Team Edge 3) Tennessee Tigers 4) Memphis Bulldogs

Here is the final schedule. Session I--Friday, May 19, 2006—Pool Play 5 p.m. Game 1 A2 vs. A4 Tennessee Wildcats vs. Tennessee Thunder 6:15 p.m. Game 2 B2 vs. B4 Memphis Ballers vs. Cleveland All Stars 7:30 p.m. Game 3 A1 vs. A3 Ragin’ Rhinos vs. Memphis Stars 8:45 p.m. Game 4 B1 vs. B3 Memphis War Eagles vs. Tarheels Session II--Saturday, May 20, 2006—Pool Play 9 a.m. Game 5 A1 vs. A4 Ragin’ Rhinos vs. Tennessee Thunder 10:15 a.m. Game 6 A2 vs. A3 Tennessee Wildcats vs. Memphis Stars 11:30 a.m. Game 7 B1 vs. B4 Memphis War Eagles vs. Cleveland All Stars 12:45 p.m. Game 8 B2 vs. B3 Memphis Ballers vs. Tarheels Session III—Saturday, May 20, 2006—Pool Play 3 p.m. Game 9 A1 vs. A2 Ragin’ Rhinos vs. Tennessee Wildcats 4:15 p.m. Game 10 A3 vs. A4 Memphis Stars vs. Tennessee Thunder 5:30 p.m. Game 11 B1 vs. B2 Memphis War Eagles vs. Memphis Ballers 6:45 p.m. Game 12 B3 vs. B4 Tarheels vs. Cleveland All Stars Session IV--Sunday, May 21, 2006 9 a.m. Game 13 #1 Pool A vs. #2 Pool B 10:15 a.m. Game 14 #1 Pool B vs. #2 Pool A 11:30 a.m. Game 15 If Necessary—SEVENTH PLACE—#4 Pool A vs. #4 Pool B Session V—Sunday, May 21, 2006 1:30 p.m. Game 16 FIFTH PLACE--#3 Pool A vs. #3 Pool B 2:45 p.m. Game 17 CONSOLATION—Loser Game 13 vs. Loser Game 14 4 p.m. Game 18 CHAMPIONSHIP—Winner Game 13 vs. Winner Game 14

Can anyone post the teams that are playing this weekend in the 12u Boys AAU North Central Sub State in Clarksville? Much appreciated !