Gary Rankin has stepped down

[HTV]

12 hours ago, UCSportsFan said:

It will be interesting to see if Alcoa can continue their dominance after this legendary coach is gone. I don’t think you’ll see much of a difference this year or even next but after that I think the sledding might get a little tougher but until that happens The Tornadoes are on top of 3A with no one else having a chance! 

Alcoa won't miss a beat.  Not one.  

[Swipes]

29 minutes ago, HTV said:

Alcoa won't miss a beat.  Not one.  

100% agree.  Nix has been running the strength program and D since 2004 and will just keep running the same program that is built (one he had a part in building).  They aren’t dropping off like some might wish to think

 

[ftbllfan23]

2 minutes ago, Swipes said:

100% agree.  Nix has been running the strength program and D since 2004 and will just keep running the same program that is built (one he had a part in building).  They aren’t dropping off like some might wish to think

 

Nix is definitely the real deal. those that know, know.

[HTV]

20 minutes ago, ftbllfan23 said:

Nix is definitely the real deal. those that know, know.

Yep.  And not just Nix.  Sweetland and several other coaches on that staff are solid and know how the game is played, as well.  Great staff there.  

[GBO52]

On 2/12/2022 at 8:29 AM, TomLHS said:

I am hearing that Rankin is coming back to the Boro!

Does anyone know if Gordonsville has an opening? Heard a rumor he was taking a HC job there but not sure how reliable that is.... 

[HTV]

15 minutes ago, GBO52 said:

Does anyone know if Gordonsville has an opening? Heard a rumor he was taking a HC job there but not sure how reliable that is.... 

Don't think he's going to be coaching at a public school.  

[piratetom]

29 minutes ago, GBO52 said:

Does anyone know if Gordonsville has an opening? Heard a rumor he was taking a HC job there but not sure how reliable that is.... 

Gordonsville already hired their HC.

[BCsportsfan]

7 hours ago, Swipes said:

100% agree.  Nix has been running the strength program and D since 2004 and will just keep running the same program that is built (one he had a part in building).  They aren’t dropping off like some might wish to think

 

It will be interesting to see a true handcuff free Offense from OC Coach Sweetland. Especially in the passing routes since Rankin was not fond of throwing between the hash marks.

AND, to use a TE! Perfect timing with 6'3", 220 LB Freshman Eli Owens projecting to be one of the best TE to play at Alcoa.

[GBO52]

20 hours ago, piratetom said:

Gordonsville already hired their HC.

Gotcha, I thought so but wasn't sure. 

[orngnblk]

15 hours ago, BCsportsfan said:

It will be interesting to see a true handcuff free Offense from OC Coach Sweetland. Especially in the passing routes since Rankin was not fond of throwing between the hash marks.

AND, to use a TE! Perfect timing with 6'3", 220 LB Freshman Eli Owens projecting to be one of the best TE to play at Alcoa.

This is what I told some guys last week.A truly open offense??Geez that could get ugly faster!LOL.

[BCsportsfan]

5 minutes ago, orngnblk said:

This is what I told some guys last week.A truly open offense??Geez that could get ugly faster!LOL.

That, and stop pooch kicking and letting murvul start at mid field EVER drive.

[LBear77]

Am I behind on all this?  Is Rankin going to South Pitt?