Brighton @ Hardin County

[wingman]

You have a good point red warrior, but its hard to go play real good teams when you are located away from everyone. Who wants to travel 2-3 hours to play a memphis team each week? We already have to travel to Tipton County once a year and thats over 2 hours. But its alright we were suppose to get beat every other week because of our weak schedule but we came out and shut there mouths.

 

Seems like HC is beating teams with D this year vs previous years. Regardless of who they have played ,7 points per game on D is not bad. THis weeks game with Cardinals in high gear offensively should be a good one.

[ftbllfn]

Thanks ftbllfn for the post and reply. You seem to follow Hardin County and know about this team pretty well. I am kind of on the outside looking in and the record they have deserves respect. I have read very little on this team except hearing they play and hit hard and have a great defense that runs to the ball. As I stated earlier the news never gets that far south so I have to get any info off CoachT. What does this team have on offense and what defense do they run? They must have some atheletes but of course I don't hear specifics so maybe your could post on here what is really making this team click?

I try to keep up with all the 5A squads as I do follow Hardin County. Defense, ball control, physical play, BIG HITS and more defense. That is what got HC to 7-0. Team has good senior leadership and a group of underclassmen that are football players.

Offense is pro set, smash mouth behind a big physical, well coached offensive line with a couple of those weighing 300lb. HC has not thrown the ball much with good reason but it is there and will be when necessary. There is talent at the receiver position as there has been in years past.

On paper, looks like we got a tough run the next 3 weeks. I dont expect the defense to give up more than 14 in any of those games and none of the 3 will hold HC to less than that. But those games still have to be played, our kids still have to execute, and maybe the ball will bounce our way.

This group of kids got the tools to beat any 5A team in the state. Biggest challenge might be Mitchell or Melrose as their team speed could be an issue. But how you handle speed; contain and punish on D, ball control on O. For you Henry County supporters the last 3 years are well the last 3 years not the present year.

[ftbllfn]

You have a good point red warrior, but its hard to go play real good teams when you are located away from everyone. Who wants to travel 2-3 hours to play a memphis team each week? We already have to travel to Tipton County once a year and thats over 2 hours. But its alright we were suppose to get beat every other week because of our weak schedule but we came out and shut there mouths.

 

Seems like HC is beating teams with D this year vs previous years. Regardless of who they have played ,7 points per game on D is not bad. THis weeks game with Cardinals in high gear offensively should be a good one.

 

The defensive unit is giving up 4 a game. 14 came by 2 kickoff returns and 7 by int for touch. Looking at the total points scored can skew things a bit.

[ftbllfn]

You have a good point red warrior, but its hard to go play real good teams when you are located away from everyone. Who wants to travel 2-3 hours to play a memphis team each week? We already have to travel to Tipton County once a year and thats over 2 hours. But its alright we were suppose to get beat every other week because of our weak schedule but we came out and shut there mouths.

The RedWarrior is correct...and I do see your point as well "utfan2"...however it may not be as hard as you think. Did you know Memphis Fairley went to Franklin last week? Do you honestly think Franklin will return the favor next year? Fairley likewise will return to Franklin next year...care to guess why? Yep...$$$! UTFAN, the community that I live in faces the same problem as our Savannah friends...big stadium, wonderful atmosphere, strong tradition, yet..nearly impossible to fill a 10 game schedule of quality teams! Our administration has ..over the years..chosen to pay teams to come play us..(listen) EVEN IF IT MEANT RISKING A LOSS. It simply makes sense especially given this new format.

Sadly, like RedWarrior stated...for years we've wanted to drink the Tiger Kool-aid! They just keep breaking our hearts. I..unfortunately..will say that there will only be ONE game against Lawrence County. They will not meet in the playoffs. It simply will NOT happen. In the West, you will probably have these teams; HC, HC, Northside, Ridgeway, Craigmont, Melrose, Mitchell, and maybe Munford or the last 5A team out of district 10. Given those teams...Melrose and Mitchell will probably be the best 2 teams in the bracket..followed by Henry Co. then Ridgeway & Hardin Co. There WILL BE a Memphis team that wins a 1st Round game on the road...it can happen and it WILL happen! The question is, who will win it and where will they win it! So...the very idea that the there will be a rematch between Lawrence Co. and Hardin Co. is laughable.

However, this game between Hardin Co. and Brighton is very intriguing! This is a game that has become a very good and competative rivalry since Brighton joined Region 7-AAAA in 2005..as the series remains tied 2-2 over the last 4 years! Although, Brighton won last year but seem to struggle playing in Savannah. This seems to be one of the most interesting games this week across Tennessee. Come Tigers...show the rest of the state something!!

under the new format it makes perfect sense to pay a school to come play that you know you can beat. PAY ATTENTION!! Wild cards will come down to overall win -lose record at some point.

[Guest]

You have a good point red warrior, but its hard to go play real good teams when you are located away from everyone. Who wants to travel 2-3 hours to play a memphis team each week? We already have to travel to Tipton County once a year and thats over 2 hours. But its alright we were suppose to get beat every other week because of our weak schedule but we came out and shut there mouths.

The RedWarrior is correct...and I do see your point as well "utfan2"...however it may not be as hard as you think. Did you know Memphis Fairley went to Franklin last week? Do you honestly think Franklin will return the favor next year? Fairley likewise will return to Franklin next year...care to guess why? Yep...$$$! UTFAN, the community that I live in faces the same problem as our Savannah friends...big stadium, wonderful atmosphere, strong tradition, yet..nearly impossible to fill a 10 game schedule of quality teams! Our administration has ..over the years..chosen to pay teams to come play us..(listen) EVEN IF IT MEANT RISKING A LOSS. It simply makes sense especially given this new format.

Sadly, like RedWarrior stated...for years we've wanted to drink the Tiger Kool-aid! They just keep breaking our hearts. I..unfortunately..will say that there will only be ONE game against Lawrence County. They will not meet in the playoffs. It simply will NOT happen. In the West, you will probably have these teams; HC, HC, Northside, Ridgeway, Craigmont, Melrose, Mitchell, and maybe Munford or the last 5A team out of district 10. Given those teams...Melrose and Mitchell will probably be the best 2 teams in the bracket..followed by Henry Co. then Ridgeway & Hardin Co. There WILL BE a Memphis team that wins a 1st Round game on the road...it can happen and it WILL happen! The question is, who will win it and where will they win it! So...the very idea that the there will be a rematch between Lawrence Co. and Hardin Co. is laughable.

However, this game between Hardin Co. and Brighton is very intriguing! This is a game that has become a very good and competative rivalry since Brighton joined Region 7-AAAA in 2005..as the series remains tied 2-2 over the last 4 years! Although, Brighton won last year but seem to struggle playing in Savannah. This seems to be one of the most interesting games this week across Tennessee. Come Tigers...show the rest of the state something!!

under the new format it makes perfect sense to pay a school to come play that you know you can beat. PAY ATTENTION!! Wild cards will come down to overall win -lose record at some point.

 

Yeah....IF YOU ARE PLAYING FOR A WILDCARD..!!! Most schools it these situations will be DISTRICT CHAMPS...not WILDCARD teams...if you are a competing for a WILDCARD...you will not have a issue with scheduling! PAY ATTENTION!!!

[fballfan101]

Thanks ftbllfn for the post and reply. You seem to follow Hardin County and know about this team pretty well. I am kind of on the outside looking in and the record they have deserves respect. I have read very little on this team except hearing they play and hit hard and have a great defense that runs to the ball. As I stated earlier the news never gets that far south so I have to get any info off CoachT. What does this team have on offense and what defense do they run? They must have some atheletes but of course I don't hear specifics so maybe your could post on here what is really making this team click?

I try to keep up with all the 5A squads as I do follow Hardin County. Defense, ball control, physical play, BIG HITS and more defense. That is what got HC to 7-0. Team has good senior leadership and a group of underclassmen that are football players.

Offense is pro set, smash mouth behind a big physical, well coached offensive line with a couple of those weighing 300lb. HC has not thrown the ball much with good reason but it is there and will be when necessary. There is talent at the receiver position as there has been in years past.

On paper, looks like we got a tough run the next 3 weeks. I dont expect the defense to give up more than 14 in any of those games and none of the 3 will hold HC to less than that. But those games still have to be played, our kids still have to execute, and maybe the ball will bounce our way.

This group of kids got the tools to beat any 5A team in the state. Biggest challenge might be Mitchell or Melrose as their team speed could be an issue. But how you handle speed; contain and punish on D, ball control on O. For you Henry County supporters the last 3 years are well the last 3 years not the present year.

 

 

Thanks again for another reply! I did however notice you saying Mitchell and Melrose will be their biggest challenge. Their next three games are Brighton, Lawrence County and Jackson NS. Where did the other two come into this? I was also wondering if that perfect record would hold up considering their next three games? Brighton will throw the ball, Lawrence County will run the ball and I have nor idea what Jackson NS will do. How do you think Hardin County will hold up to those teams? Any predictions on the next three games and which team will be the biggest test against that defense and perfect record? Just from doing a little research it appears they could loose the next two games.

[Red Warrior]

My response is to "ftbllfn". I think Hardin County could lose one or more of their next three games, but it FOR SURE that they will lose to Melrose, Mitchell, Ridgeway, and even Henry County, should they play any of them. East would beat them too, but probably won't even make the playoffs. Melrose and Mitchell will score over 30 points on them if they play either. Ridgeway will likely shut them out or come close to it. Henry County will beat them as usual.

[ftbllfn]

My response is to "ftbllfn". I think Hardin County could lose one or more of their next three games, but it FOR SURE that they will lose to Melrose, Mitchell, Ridgeway, and even Henry County, should they play any of them. East would beat them too, but probably won't even make the playoffs. Melrose and Mitchell will score over 30 points on them if they play either. Ridgeway will likely shut them out or come close to it. Henry County will beat them as usual.

This from a bunch that awarded themselves the 2008 state shampionship in May of 2008 on this very sight. Been reading your post a while and never responded. Your to onesided for me and I understand. Really I do.

HC couldnt have beat your bunch last year, no way, defense was to soft and offense couldnt execute the snap. I give you that, I knew that going in. It is called being realistic. You might want to step back and look at your teams record and who you guys have played and the final score of those games. You dont have what you had and you couldnt get it done when you should have. Point is anybody can go down at any given time. I was really surprised last year that you guys didnt petition the board to have the score of the Hillsboro game changed too. LOL. The Henry County threads are always humorous due to the dysfunctional fighting between yourself.

[fballfan101]

My response is to "ftbllfn". I think Hardin County could lose one or more of their next three games, but it FOR SURE that they will lose to Melrose, Mitchell, Ridgeway, and even Henry County, should they play any of them. East would beat them too, but probably won't even make the playoffs. Melrose and Mitchell will score over 30 points on them if they play either. Ridgeway will likely shut them out or come close to it. Henry County will beat them as usual.

Red Warrior........Its seems you are still mad about Hardin County beating Adamsville! As I said before, a below average Hardin County team will probably beat a very good Adamsville team. That is called classifications and that is why they have them. That game between those two teams should be thought of as only money games. They draw huge crowds and bring in lots of money! Hardin County has more to loose than Adamsville because everyone expects them to win and if Adamsville does catch them down it is a huge defeat! Please let this loss go!! 5A teams will almost always beat 2A teams. I am not familiar with the records of this rivalry but how many times has Adamsville beat Hardin County?

[Red Warrior]

My response is to "ftbllfn". I think Hardin County could lose one or more of their next three games, but it FOR SURE that they will lose to Melrose, Mitchell, Ridgeway, and even Henry County, should they play any of them. East would beat them too, but probably won't even make the playoffs. Melrose and Mitchell will score over 30 points on them if they play either. Ridgeway will likely shut them out or come close to it. Henry County will beat them as usual.

Red Warrior........Its seems you are still mad about Hardin County beating Adamsville! As I said before, a below average Hardin County team will probably beat a very good Adamsville team. That is called classifications and that is why they have them. That game between those two teams should be thought of as only money games. They draw huge crowds and bring in lots of money! Hardin County has more to loose than Adamsville because everyone expects them to win and if Adamsville does catch them down it is a huge defeat! Please let this loss go!! 5A teams will almost always beat 2A teams. I am not familiar with the records of this rivalry but how many times has Adamsville beat Hardin County?

 

I am not bothered at all about that game. I don't even care about it. My only point is that Hardin County has played no real good teams and this will tell on them and become obvious in the playoffs because Melrose and Mitchell will destroy them should they play, and Henry County will beat them as usual.

[fballfan101]

I keep hearing Melrose and Mitchell and teams they may play in the playoffs beating them. I really think the next three games my expose some of their weak

points. It doesn't appear Brighton is very big but they appear to have lots of speed and a very solid line and linebackers. The Lawrence County team is very big and plays the same style physical football and also has speed at the skill positions. If Hardin County makes it through the next two weeks undefeated then the Melrose and Mitchell teams they may play should worry. It may be Brighton hits Hardin County with the pass putting up a big score and then Lawrence comes in and runs the ball down their throats! Time will only tell.

[ftbllfn]

I keep hearing Melrose and Mitchell and teams they may play in the playoffs beating them. I really think the next three games my expose some of their weak

points. It doesn't appear Brighton is very big but they appear to have lots of speed and a very solid line and linebackers. The Lawrence County team is very big and plays the same style physical football and also has speed at the skill positions. If Hardin County makes it through the next two weeks undefeated then the Melrose and Mitchell teams they may play should worry. It may be Brighton hits Hardin County with the pass putting up a big score and then Lawrence comes in and runs the ball down their throats! Time will only tell.

You are absolutely correct. These next three games will speak volumes about the quality of football being played by Hardin County.