I'm sorry, just now got a chance to have a "coffee break." The 'DC' does keep the stats, and uses it to evaluate the preformance of his defense. When someone does not have good stats, he goes to the film to check and see if they were doing other valuable things, like occupying double teams, that do not show up in the stats. He has said as much to the boys, and congratulates the DL for such things in front of the group, recognizing their effort. He has also congratulated the corners for turning plays back towards the middle, another thing that does not show up in the stats. If you went and asked him, he would probably tell you the stats, just as he does anyone who ask, including the players. It is no secret. If you come to the games, you would be able to tell that #34 is making 3 tackles to everyone elses 1 tackle. In fact, you could probably watch the film with him and you could see this. Put to make an issue on this website, when it is a non-issue to the players is rediculous. You are creating animosity in a lockerroom that is as tight as family right now. Sportie Mom said it, they congratulate each other for their play. There is no egos on Unaka's defense, and the 'DC' makes sure of that. He fusses at each kid equally, as well as encourages them equally. If you would ask more players than just your son, you would know that. The 'DC' as you call him, or Coach Smitley, is not stat driven, he is result driven. He will do what is neccesary to get the best results on the field, and ultimately, that is a win. As to you saying Tim Chambers gets his stats from the 'leak', I think you are partially correct. I think if you ask Tim, he will tell you he did not get them for at least half of the games they played. Even if it is wrong to keep up with the stats, it is equally wrong to get on here and put down any individual. These are young men, who are going out there and giving their all. and do not deserve you coming on here and putting them down. If the whole stat thing is negative, what you are doing on here is far worse. If you wanted the truth, you would ask someone else besides your good friend krich (no offense krich). Ask the teams Unaka played who the better of the linebackers were. they are all outstanding kids, and good players, but there are some players who are better than others. Your kid might be better at something else. They all have strengths and weaknesses. And the coaches at Unaka know how to put those kids in position to help the team. Key word being TEAM. Th 'DC" doesn't just keep track of individual stats, he keeps up with defensive team stats. Like it or not, they have come together as a team, and will not let anything, yourself included, dissrupt that. I myself look forward to seeing what this group of LB's can do next year since we get them all back next year. Like it or not, the film never lies. If you want to sit down and watch it with coach smitley, just ask him. Overall, he's a pretty good guy. I'm sure he would love to watch it with you. Until next time, go bump yourself, not all of us can sit in front of a computer all day replying on here.