Its never to early to look ahead to the 2010 Guthrie football season, the Monday after the 2009 season, and the Jays will be in the mix for another deep run in the playoffs.
Offensively, Guthrie returns a solid nucleus something that was not the case for the 2009 season with seven starters. Bryan Dutton, Kentrell Brothers, both running backs Derrick Kelly and Alphonso Wilcox, and three offensive linemen that have playoff experience, but return four with experience.
The Dutton/Brothers show will be entertaining to watch with a year together that saw 1,122 yards and 12 scores between them.
Devonte McCully comes back to the wide receiver spot, but the Jays will have to find some receivers. Richard Brothers, sophomore to be and younger brother of Kentrell, you assume may fit into that role. John Clark and Luke Davis have proven they can play multiple spots and receiver being one of them.
Special teams will be aided by Davis in the kick and punt return game. Guthrie will have to find a kicker and punter with the graduation of Zach Olsen and Hank Hudson. Snapper, Hayden Seifert returns for his junior campaign.
Moving to the defensive side of the ball, Guthrie will have to find 145 tackles that Jaden Chappell leaves behind along with Brady Blanchard, but Landry Chappell returns to the middle of the defense and Clark's production will be increased.
The front four will have to be replace up the middle, but the book ends return with Felix Scott and Kentrell.
The Jays will have to find two new corner backs, but return Luke Davis and Marcus Ware to the secondary, who will bring experience with both each playing in three playoff games.
The secondary will be challenged in the non district portion of the schedule with Enid and Ponca City's ability to throw the ball. The defensive line will be challenged by Duncan's run game in week one, but the schedule sits up nicely to find out where the Jays stand heading into district play.
Ada, Noble, Carl Albert, El Reno, Western Heights, Southeast, and Deer Creek join Guthrie in the new 5A-1. Guthrie will be challenged by Carl Albert for the district title. Deer Creek, Ada, and Noble will fight for two other playoff slots.
Monday, November 30, 2009
2009 season in review
The 2009 Guthrie football season is one to remember. Sure, its not as special as 2002 or 2007, but the '09 Jays will be remembered for many things.
Despite the five losses, the most in one season under Rafe Watkins, this squad was Watkins fourth team to reach the state semi finals in his nine seasons. Still many did not believe Guthrie was a semi final team even when the playoff bracket was released. Of course, it was gloom and doom after the 0-2 start.
Bryan Dutton winning the quarterback race was a much talked about topic in the first three weeks of the season. Turns out the 15 year old not only won the job, but took it to another level. Dutton finished with 2,535 all purpose yards, including 2,101 passing yards, 26 passing scores, and 10 interceptions.
Dutton now ranks second in GHS history with most passing yards and most touchdowns passing in a single season behind Keaton Callins 2008 season (2,352 yards and 31 passing scores). Dutton, obviously, well have a great chance to become the all time passer for a career in Guthrie history before the end of next season.
The numbers are impressive for any quarterback in 5A football, but Dutton's ability to handle the quarterback job on and off the field speaks volumes how tough he is and will be in the next three seasons. Mental toughness is what will make Dutton a tough customer in the future.
Dutton's primary target was Kentrell Brothers, who will be the next Division I athlete to leave the Guthrie football program. Brothers finishes the season with 62-catches for 1,122 yards and 12 touchdowns.
According to my numbers and records that I currently have, Brothers set records in most catches and most yards receiving for a BlueJay in a season. I am still working on Keonta Golston's numbers, but believe Kentrell may have become the first BlueJay to go over 1,000 yards receiving. If not, the list is not very long, but having said that Kentrell is on pace to lead all the Jays receiving records.
The thing that many people may not know that Kentrell leads the entire state with 17 sacks. A season ago he finished with 15. Skyler Smith helped a season ago with the 15 as teams ran away from Skyler, but this season, and next season, they are running away from Kentrell.
The offensive line was a work in a progress. The nucleus from Day 1 was center Dustin Bowman and when he looked to his left and right he saw multiple sophomores joining him in the trenches. The group was much improved by playoff time with Blake Belcher, Hayden Seifert, Ricky Ware, and Bryce Sullivan.
Senior Zach Olsen was a pleasant surprise for the Jays this season, despite his injuries. Olsen finished with 20-catches for 256-yards with a one touchdown, but came up with multiple big catches this season particularly in the win over Piedmont and his catch against Bixby that kept a drive alive.
Continuing on with nice surprises, Corbin Crockett will be remembered for the game winning 55-yard touchdown against East Central, as well as being interfered with on the fake field goal. Crockett finished with 201 yards receiving and four touchdowns. Not too bad after not playing the game in three years.
What a break out season sophomore Landry Chappell had with 177 tackles that ranks him seventh in the entire state. Chappell came on as a freshmen and played an important role, but his role was majorly increased this season.
Cousin Jaden Chappell finished a great career with 145 tackles, two sacks, two interceptions, and three touchdowns in his senior campaign. Chappell, a three year starter, played in the secondary for the '07 title team. Both Jaden and Landry played hurt in the last few weeks, but were not about to use that for an excuse.
Luke Davis finished with 112 tackles and no telling how many of those were open field tackles. The speedy sophomore, who also played as a freshmen, will have a chance to finish his career with maybe close to 400 tackles.
Kentrell was a force that I mentioned earlier, but his fellow mates on the defensive line helped make it hard for opponents to run the ball this season. Martell Oates, Blaine Smedley, Mike Johns, and Felix Scott. The group provided a solid front seven.
John Clark was valuable on both sides of the ball and will be a key player for the Jays next season as a junior. Clark played multiple spots on both sides and played them all well.
Brady Blanchard continue to improve as the games got more and more important.
Devin Williams and Dustin Bohanan, both seniors, played big roles in the secondary and in the playoffs played well. Williams sealed the deal with the interception against East Central and Bohanan finished with numerous knock down passes in the post season.
As I have said many times, the Guthrie coaching staff deserves a lot of credit for what they have achieved this season. The Guthrie offense was tweaked throughout the year to be able to make it as far as they did. The defense was, once again, one of the best in 5A and reflects the great defensive mind of Kelly Beeby.
Beeby deserves a lot of credit for what he does and the results and dominance on the defensive side is proof enough over the past six seasons.
Despite the five losses, the most in one season under Rafe Watkins, this squad was Watkins fourth team to reach the state semi finals in his nine seasons. Still many did not believe Guthrie was a semi final team even when the playoff bracket was released. Of course, it was gloom and doom after the 0-2 start.
Bryan Dutton winning the quarterback race was a much talked about topic in the first three weeks of the season. Turns out the 15 year old not only won the job, but took it to another level. Dutton finished with 2,535 all purpose yards, including 2,101 passing yards, 26 passing scores, and 10 interceptions.
Dutton now ranks second in GHS history with most passing yards and most touchdowns passing in a single season behind Keaton Callins 2008 season (2,352 yards and 31 passing scores). Dutton, obviously, well have a great chance to become the all time passer for a career in Guthrie history before the end of next season.
The numbers are impressive for any quarterback in 5A football, but Dutton's ability to handle the quarterback job on and off the field speaks volumes how tough he is and will be in the next three seasons. Mental toughness is what will make Dutton a tough customer in the future.
Dutton's primary target was Kentrell Brothers, who will be the next Division I athlete to leave the Guthrie football program. Brothers finishes the season with 62-catches for 1,122 yards and 12 touchdowns.
According to my numbers and records that I currently have, Brothers set records in most catches and most yards receiving for a BlueJay in a season. I am still working on Keonta Golston's numbers, but believe Kentrell may have become the first BlueJay to go over 1,000 yards receiving. If not, the list is not very long, but having said that Kentrell is on pace to lead all the Jays receiving records.
The thing that many people may not know that Kentrell leads the entire state with 17 sacks. A season ago he finished with 15. Skyler Smith helped a season ago with the 15 as teams ran away from Skyler, but this season, and next season, they are running away from Kentrell.
The offensive line was a work in a progress. The nucleus from Day 1 was center Dustin Bowman and when he looked to his left and right he saw multiple sophomores joining him in the trenches. The group was much improved by playoff time with Blake Belcher, Hayden Seifert, Ricky Ware, and Bryce Sullivan.
Senior Zach Olsen was a pleasant surprise for the Jays this season, despite his injuries. Olsen finished with 20-catches for 256-yards with a one touchdown, but came up with multiple big catches this season particularly in the win over Piedmont and his catch against Bixby that kept a drive alive.
Continuing on with nice surprises, Corbin Crockett will be remembered for the game winning 55-yard touchdown against East Central, as well as being interfered with on the fake field goal. Crockett finished with 201 yards receiving and four touchdowns. Not too bad after not playing the game in three years.
What a break out season sophomore Landry Chappell had with 177 tackles that ranks him seventh in the entire state. Chappell came on as a freshmen and played an important role, but his role was majorly increased this season.
Cousin Jaden Chappell finished a great career with 145 tackles, two sacks, two interceptions, and three touchdowns in his senior campaign. Chappell, a three year starter, played in the secondary for the '07 title team. Both Jaden and Landry played hurt in the last few weeks, but were not about to use that for an excuse.
Luke Davis finished with 112 tackles and no telling how many of those were open field tackles. The speedy sophomore, who also played as a freshmen, will have a chance to finish his career with maybe close to 400 tackles.
Kentrell was a force that I mentioned earlier, but his fellow mates on the defensive line helped make it hard for opponents to run the ball this season. Martell Oates, Blaine Smedley, Mike Johns, and Felix Scott. The group provided a solid front seven.
John Clark was valuable on both sides of the ball and will be a key player for the Jays next season as a junior. Clark played multiple spots on both sides and played them all well.
Brady Blanchard continue to improve as the games got more and more important.
Devin Williams and Dustin Bohanan, both seniors, played big roles in the secondary and in the playoffs played well. Williams sealed the deal with the interception against East Central and Bohanan finished with numerous knock down passes in the post season.
As I have said many times, the Guthrie coaching staff deserves a lot of credit for what they have achieved this season. The Guthrie offense was tweaked throughout the year to be able to make it as far as they did. The defense was, once again, one of the best in 5A and reflects the great defensive mind of Kelly Beeby.
Beeby deserves a lot of credit for what he does and the results and dominance on the defensive side is proof enough over the past six seasons.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Guthrie News Leader shows true colors
To no surprise at all, the Guthrie News Leader has shown their true colors, once again, toward GuthrieSportsPage.com. I suppose the higher up is not the biggest GSP fan out there.
I suppose the higher up see's Guthrie Sports Page as competition? Kinda silly, but okay.
GNL asked if they could use a photo of a Kacey Acker signing with SNU. At first I was reluctant to do so because I have given them information, stats, and other tidbits in the past and of course there was no credit given to Guthrie Sports Page, but Kacey deserved her picture to be in the paper so everyone could see what she has accomplished so I did it for her and only her. By no means for GNL.
Although, it was on Guthrie Sports Page 30 minutes after she had signed her letter.
So, I sent GNL a picture of Kacey signing and put Guthrie Sports Page in the lower right corner of the photo. After all, GNL requested to use GSP material and guess what? Yep, it was cropped out and put into the paper with no mention of Guthrie Sports Page. Not that Guthrie Sports Page needs any attention from GNL.
I have held back numerous of times when GNL has done this type of thing in the past, but for some reason this time it hit a nerve.
As many people know, I am very easy to get along with and will continue to do so, but chalk this one up as a lesson learned, again.
I suppose the higher up see's Guthrie Sports Page as competition? Kinda silly, but okay.
GNL asked if they could use a photo of a Kacey Acker signing with SNU. At first I was reluctant to do so because I have given them information, stats, and other tidbits in the past and of course there was no credit given to Guthrie Sports Page, but Kacey deserved her picture to be in the paper so everyone could see what she has accomplished so I did it for her and only her. By no means for GNL.
Although, it was on Guthrie Sports Page 30 minutes after she had signed her letter.
So, I sent GNL a picture of Kacey signing and put Guthrie Sports Page in the lower right corner of the photo. After all, GNL requested to use GSP material and guess what? Yep, it was cropped out and put into the paper with no mention of Guthrie Sports Page. Not that Guthrie Sports Page needs any attention from GNL.
I have held back numerous of times when GNL has done this type of thing in the past, but for some reason this time it hit a nerve.
As many people know, I am very easy to get along with and will continue to do so, but chalk this one up as a lesson learned, again.
Donte Foster helps lead to rout
Donte' Foster scored 14 points for Semionle State to help give his team a 96-56 rout of Eastern Oklahoma State Monday night in Seminole.
The BlueJay alum is among the scoring leaders for the Trojans.
Seminole State will return to action Saturday at Collin County (TX).
The BlueJay alum is among the scoring leaders for the Trojans.
Seminole State will return to action Saturday at Collin County (TX).
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Guthrie v Bixby series
The Guthrie BlueJays and the Bixby Spartans have become familiar with each other over the years. Especially come playoff time.
Jays and Spartans prepare to meet, in Stillwater, Friday night for the right to play in the Class 5A state championship game against either Carl Albert, or El Reno next week at Boone Pickens Stadium.
This game will mark the fourth meeting in five years and all coming in the playoffs. Ironically, Guthrie has been the visitors and naturally in the white uniforms. Nothing different this week, Guthrie is the visitors and if they play next week? Yep, visitors.
Here are the previous three results:
2005 at Bixby
Guthrie 14
Bixby 28
2006 at Bixby
Guthrie 31
Bixby 15
2007 at OU (state championship game)
Guthrie 16
Bixby 3
To read the game story of the '07 game please Click here.
Jays and Spartans prepare to meet, in Stillwater, Friday night for the right to play in the Class 5A state championship game against either Carl Albert, or El Reno next week at Boone Pickens Stadium.
This game will mark the fourth meeting in five years and all coming in the playoffs. Ironically, Guthrie has been the visitors and naturally in the white uniforms. Nothing different this week, Guthrie is the visitors and if they play next week? Yep, visitors.
Here are the previous three results:
2005 at Bixby
Guthrie 14
Bixby 28
2006 at Bixby
Guthrie 31
Bixby 15
2007 at OU (state championship game)
Guthrie 16
Bixby 3
To read the game story of the '07 game please Click here.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Chappell cousins are good and tough
Landry has been doing it for two years while cousin Jaden Chappell has been doing it for three years. The Chappell cousins are having so much fun that cousin Corbin Crockett decided to join the fun.The trio made their impact in not only the win over East Central, but for the success of the 2009 season.
Crockett brought in the eventual game winning catch and caught in stride as if he was a 3-year letterman and not just someone who came out his senior year.
The Chappell's were almost on empty playing defense fighting through pain, but good luck finding them pulling over on the side and watching.
Stats and numbers are there for the Chappell's. Landry, just a sophomore, is second in 5A with 157 tackles and ranks 10th in the state. Jaden has 133 tackles and is 5th best in Class 5A and was on the state title team in '07, but their will to win is a major reason why they are practicing on Thanksgiving Day this year.
Brothers passes 1000 yards
Guthrie's junior wide receiver and defensive specialist piled on another game of 100-yards with 119 in the win over East Central to move him over 1,000 yards receiving.1,019 yards to be exact on 56 catches and 12 of those for touchdowns. Brothers is averaging 18.19 yards per catch. Brothers leads 5A in yards receiving, needs three catches for most receptions in 5A, and needs two touchdowns to tie Kelley's Joe Dowdell's for the most touchdowns receiving.
Compare that 2009 graduate Donte' Foster who finished with 51 catches, 938 yards, and 14 touchdowns receiving with an average of 18.39 per reception.
Brothers will finish 5A with most sacks and has a chance of finishing as the state's leading sacker. Currently, he has 16 and is tied for second in the state behind Sallisaw's Caleb Gastelum.
Guthrie-Bixby: By The Numbers
Passing
Guthrie 120
Bixby 175
Rushing
Guthrie 159
Bixby 163
Total Offense
Guthrie 279
Bixby 339
Total Points
Guthrie 26 average
Bixby 27 average
Passing Allowed
Guthrie 95
Bixby 127
Rushing Allowed
Guthrie 107
Bixby 87
Offense Allowed
Guthrie 203
Bixby 214
Points Allowed
Guthrie 14
Bixby 14
Dutton moving up GHS passing ladder
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Just 13-weeks ago there was a question as to who was going to win out the quarterback job in Guthrie, and whoever won it was going to have some big shoes to fill with Keaton Callins setting the standard as a GHS passing quarterback.Not sure what size cleat Bryan Dutton wears, but it fits.
Dutton has helped lead his team to a state semi final berth this week against Bixby. This story could be compared to Sam Bradford a season ago at OU as far as being in a 3-way battle in the summer and named starter prior to the first game.
Sure, every quarterback needs a receiver. Keaton had Donte' Foster, Bradford had multiple options, and Dutton has Kentrell Brothers. Safe to say OU had one of the best offensive line's in the nation and Guthrie's 2008 offensive line was better then this year's group.
With that said, the improvement this young line has made speaks volumes after starting four sophomores this year. How many times can we give credit to the Guthrie coaching staff for improved offensive line play? Seems like we are doing that every year and every year deservingly so.
In addition, the running game was more effective last year for the Jays, in which again, speaks volumes for Dutton and the offense this season.
Dutton has passed for 1,912 yards this season and ranks second all time in Guthrie history for most yards passing in a single season. Callins set that plateau, in 2008, with 2,352yards. Callins also has the most passing yards in a career at Guthrie with 3,544 yards.
Dutton passed Brent Hodge's 1,603 passing yards in the 2004 season.
Dutton, who is not even pictured in the varsity team photo that was taken in August, has completed 60.0% of his passes and ranks third all time behind Callins' two previous seasons (60.7% in '08 and 67.9% in '07).
Dutton ranks second with most passing scores in one season, in GHS history, with 26. Again, leading the way is Callins with 31 last year.
Stats and numbers are just that. What may be more impressive is Dutton has had to learn on the go and was forced into the position and give credit to the GHS coaching staff, who believed he could handle the job for a program that has raised its standards to a whole new level in the past eight seasons.
Not to shabby for a kid who needs a ride after practice. For the record, he will need a ride after baseball practice this spring because he will be starting for the varsity baseball team too. Not only play, but play up the middle and more then likely in the two-hole spot.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Bixby rallies past Wolves into semis
From the Tulsa World
By DUANE DAPRON World Correspondent
Published: 11/21/2009
SHAWNEE — Bixby called on a seldom-used, but highly reliable play to produce big dividends in the clutch Friday night.
DeWitt Jennings III's 37-yard halfback option pass for a touchdown to Donovan Wilson with just under four minutes to play proved to be the game-winning points, and the Spartans held off a last-gasp Shawnee drive to stun the unbeaten Wolves 28-21 in a Class 5A playoff quarterfinal at Jim Thorpe Stadium.
With the win, the No. 8 Spartans (8-4) will advance to the semifinals for the second time in three years and meet No. 10 Guthrie (8-4) next week.
The winning touchdown capped a 98-yard drive and ended a 21-point blitz for Bixby, which rallied from a 21-7 halftime deficit. Bixby held on with a goal-line stand at the 1-yard line in the final seconds.
On the winning score, Bixby faced a second-and-16 from the Shawnee 37. Jennings took a pitch from quarterback Kevin Lamb, rolled to his right and lofted a pass to Wilson, who outmuscled a Wolves defender for the decisive touchdown.
"We have used that play two times in the last three years, and we have scored both times with it," Bixby head coach Pat McGrew said. "It's been a big, big play for us."
In 2007, the Spartans called the same play (with Jennings hooking up with Tyler McGrew for the score) in the Spartans' home quarterfinal victory against Midwest City Carl Albert.
Besides tossing the clinching TD pass, Jennings ignited the winning drive with carries of 31 and 21 yards to move Bixby from its own 2-yard line to the Shawnee 46.
"DeWitt was unbelievable, but he was great because of the play of our offensive line," McGrew said.
Jennings rushed for a game-high 119 yards on 15 carries and had rushing TDs of 27 and 8 yards. After his two long runs started the TD drive, he caught a key 18-yard pass from Lamb on third-and-13 to move the ball to the Shawnee 31. Two plays later, Jennings hooked up with Wilson on the game-winner.
"I just went up to get the ball at its highest point, just like the coaches have told me to do," the junior wide receiver said.
Trailing 28-21, Shawnee (11-1) made one last drive in the final minutes. Starting at its own 28, the Wolves drove to the Spartans 1-yard line, where Shawnee faced fourth down in the closing seconds.
With no timeouts left, Shawnee quarterback Brayle Brown fumbled after he was hit by Bixby's Reed Timms. Adam Grinstead recovered to give the Spartans the ball with just one second to go.
Brown passed for three first-half touchdowns and finished with 219 yards through the air. But Shawnee didn't score in the second half.
"Our defense put pressure on Shawnee in the second half and we didn't let them have the big play," McGrew said.
Bixby amassed 174 yards through the air with Austin White netting four receptions for 75 yards. Wilson had 62 yards on just two catches.
BIXBY 28, SHAWNEE 21
Bixby 0 7 14 7 — 28
Shawnee 14 7 0 0 — 21
S: Davis 15 pass from Brown (Daniel kick)
S: Davis 17 pass from Brown (Young kick)
B: Jennings 27 run (Fiscus kick)
S: Saxon 31 pass from Brown (Young kick)
B: White 11 pass from Lamb (Fiscus kick)
B: Jennings 8 run (Fiscus kick)
B: Wilson 37 pass from Jennings (Fiscus kick)
Bixby Shawnee
First Downs 17 17
Rushes-Yards 33-153 40-113
Passing Yards 174 219
Comp-Att-Int 8-12-1 15-26-1
Punts-Avg 3-37.0 4-26.8
Fumbles-Lost 3-2 1-1
Penalties-Yards 7-75 6-30
By DUANE DAPRON World Correspondent
By DUANE DAPRON World Correspondent
Published: 11/21/2009
SHAWNEE — Bixby called on a seldom-used, but highly reliable play to produce big dividends in the clutch Friday night.
DeWitt Jennings III's 37-yard halfback option pass for a touchdown to Donovan Wilson with just under four minutes to play proved to be the game-winning points, and the Spartans held off a last-gasp Shawnee drive to stun the unbeaten Wolves 28-21 in a Class 5A playoff quarterfinal at Jim Thorpe Stadium.
With the win, the No. 8 Spartans (8-4) will advance to the semifinals for the second time in three years and meet No. 10 Guthrie (8-4) next week.
The winning touchdown capped a 98-yard drive and ended a 21-point blitz for Bixby, which rallied from a 21-7 halftime deficit. Bixby held on with a goal-line stand at the 1-yard line in the final seconds.
On the winning score, Bixby faced a second-and-16 from the Shawnee 37. Jennings took a pitch from quarterback Kevin Lamb, rolled to his right and lofted a pass to Wilson, who outmuscled a Wolves defender for the decisive touchdown.
"We have used that play two times in the last three years, and we have scored both times with it," Bixby head coach Pat McGrew said. "It's been a big, big play for us."
In 2007, the Spartans called the same play (with Jennings hooking up with Tyler McGrew for the score) in the Spartans' home quarterfinal victory against Midwest City Carl Albert.
Besides tossing the clinching TD pass, Jennings ignited the winning drive with carries of 31 and 21 yards to move Bixby from its own 2-yard line to the Shawnee 46.
"DeWitt was unbelievable, but he was great because of the play of our offensive line," McGrew said.
Jennings rushed for a game-high 119 yards on 15 carries and had rushing TDs of 27 and 8 yards. After his two long runs started the TD drive, he caught a key 18-yard pass from Lamb on third-and-13 to move the ball to the Shawnee 31. Two plays later, Jennings hooked up with Wilson on the game-winner.
"I just went up to get the ball at its highest point, just like the coaches have told me to do," the junior wide receiver said.
Trailing 28-21, Shawnee (11-1) made one last drive in the final minutes. Starting at its own 28, the Wolves drove to the Spartans 1-yard line, where Shawnee faced fourth down in the closing seconds.
With no timeouts left, Shawnee quarterback Brayle Brown fumbled after he was hit by Bixby's Reed Timms. Adam Grinstead recovered to give the Spartans the ball with just one second to go.
Brown passed for three first-half touchdowns and finished with 219 yards through the air. But Shawnee didn't score in the second half.
"Our defense put pressure on Shawnee in the second half and we didn't let them have the big play," McGrew said.
Bixby amassed 174 yards through the air with Austin White netting four receptions for 75 yards. Wilson had 62 yards on just two catches.
BIXBY 28, SHAWNEE 21
Bixby 0 7 14 7 — 28
Shawnee 14 7 0 0 — 21
S: Davis 15 pass from Brown (Daniel kick)
S: Davis 17 pass from Brown (Young kick)
B: Jennings 27 run (Fiscus kick)
S: Saxon 31 pass from Brown (Young kick)
B: White 11 pass from Lamb (Fiscus kick)
B: Jennings 8 run (Fiscus kick)
B: Wilson 37 pass from Jennings (Fiscus kick)
Bixby Shawnee
First Downs 17 17
Rushes-Yards 33-153 40-113
Passing Yards 174 219
Comp-Att-Int 8-12-1 15-26-1
Punts-Avg 3-37.0 4-26.8
Fumbles-Lost 3-2 1-1
Penalties-Yards 7-75 6-30
By DUANE DAPRON World Correspondent
2009 Bixby Spartans results
9/4/2009
Home Jenks (6A) #2 6-47L
9/11/2009
Home Glenpool (4A) #1 14-35L
9/18/2009
Home Claremore (6A) #20 35-20W
9/25/2009
Away Miami (5A) ** 49-7W
10/2/2009
Home Bishop Kelley (5A) ** #3 17-21L
10/9/2009
Away Nathan Hale (5A) ** #20 42-8W
10/15/2009
Home Pryor (5A) ** #17 41-10W
10/23/2009
Home Skiatook (5A) ** 28-0W
10/30/2009
Home Will Rogers (5A) ** 52-0W
11/5/2009
Away Booker T Washington (5A) ** #17 2-10L
11/13/2009
Home Central (Tulsa) (5A) #8 17-13W
11/20/2009
Away Shawnee (5A) #2 28-21W
Home Jenks (6A) #2 6-47L
9/11/2009
Home Glenpool (4A) #1 14-35L
9/18/2009
Home Claremore (6A) #20 35-20W
9/25/2009
Away Miami (5A) ** 49-7W
10/2/2009
Home Bishop Kelley (5A) ** #3 17-21L
10/9/2009
Away Nathan Hale (5A) ** #20 42-8W
10/15/2009
Home Pryor (5A) ** #17 41-10W
10/23/2009
Home Skiatook (5A) ** 28-0W
10/30/2009
Home Will Rogers (5A) ** 52-0W
11/5/2009
Away Booker T Washington (5A) ** #17 2-10L
11/13/2009
Home Central (Tulsa) (5A) #8 17-13W
11/20/2009
Away Shawnee (5A) #2 28-21W
Friday, November 20, 2009
Final picks for 6A and 5A
Well, Friday is finally here and I am ready to give my final predictions for the two largest classes.
Class 6A
Southmoore 28, Bartlesville 27
Jenks 35, Edmond Memorial 13
Broken Arrow 31, Midwest City 14
Union 34, Lawton 14
Class 5A
El Reno 28, McAlester 24
Carl Albert 21, Kelley 20
Shawnee 33, Bixby 20
Guthrie vs East Central can be heard on 105.1 or on Guthrie Sports Page Radio.
Of the seven games, I am going with three East schools and four west side schools. Barry Lewis, of the Tulsa World, has gone with seven East side teams to win out of eight games. However, if McAlester was a little closer to the Tulsa area it would be eight east side schools winning.
Seems a little too heavy on his area teams, but again those are the teams he sees and would want to see to win. Not a problem with me, I suppose, but needs to be a little more objective. Then again, that is what he believes, right?
For the record, The Oklahoman's Ryan Aber has picked five East side schools to win.
Of course, we and I will find out tonight.
Class 6A
Southmoore 28, Bartlesville 27
Jenks 35, Edmond Memorial 13
Broken Arrow 31, Midwest City 14
Union 34, Lawton 14
Class 5A
El Reno 28, McAlester 24
Carl Albert 21, Kelley 20
Shawnee 33, Bixby 20
Guthrie vs East Central can be heard on 105.1 or on Guthrie Sports Page Radio.
Of the seven games, I am going with three East schools and four west side schools. Barry Lewis, of the Tulsa World, has gone with seven East side teams to win out of eight games. However, if McAlester was a little closer to the Tulsa area it would be eight east side schools winning.
Seems a little too heavy on his area teams, but again those are the teams he sees and would want to see to win. Not a problem with me, I suppose, but needs to be a little more objective. Then again, that is what he believes, right?
For the record, The Oklahoman's Ryan Aber has picked five East side schools to win.
Of course, we and I will find out tonight.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Sports Museum now in OKC; it stinks
The Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame and Jim Thorpe Museum had its official grand opening Tuesday, in Oklahoma City.Here is the story: http://www.newsok.com/article/3417987?searched=sports%20museum&custom_click=search
No more professional baseball players coming to Guthrie, no Warren Spahn winner coming, no more sports media attention coming to Guthrie, no more sports icons coming to Guthrie, and all the publicity will be now focused in OKC.
Here is the link to the Warren Spahn award: http://www.okcspahnawards.com/
Oh sure, Guthrie's part will be mention sometimes at the end of stories and or news broadcasts. Doubtful, maybe. That has already started to happen. Not sure I have heard or read the "G" word with the "merge."
Here is the link to the Jim Thorpe Museum Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame's web site: http://www.jimthorpeassoc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=142&Itemid=6
I imagine if there is anything new to the museum it would go to OKC? So what will the Guthrie location have to offer now?
It was fun while it lasted. The original memorabilia is still in Guthrie and lets hope that stays, but have a feeling it may disappear like the state seal did years ago.
McDonald, Rangers ge season ending win
The Northwestern OK State Ranger football team had no problem with Oklahoma Panhandle State in the season finale 68-28.Guthrie's 2008 graduate Kent McDonald caught three passes for 61 yards and two touchdowns in the win.
Northwestern finished the season at 7-3 overall and at 5-0 in the Central States Football League.
The Rangers will lose seven seniors including Guthrie's Kevin McDonald and Kyle Koricanek.
There was a total of nine Jays on the roster this season for the Rangers: K. McDonald, K. McDonald, Koricanek, Keaton Callins, Michael Harmon, Jon Washignton, James Day, Josh King, and Clayton Smith.
Ryan Bilyeu secures first place finish
The US Military Academy Prep School had an impressive showing by placing two first place finishes, including Guthrie's Ryan Bilyeu.
Bilyeu, a 2009 Guthrie grad, dropped weight from 149 to 141 to compete in the Titan Open, in New York.
The previous night Bilyeu dropped an 8-11 decision in a dual with Navy Prep.
Bilyeu, a 2009 Guthrie grad, dropped weight from 149 to 141 to compete in the Titan Open, in New York.
The previous night Bilyeu dropped an 8-11 decision in a dual with Navy Prep.
Donte Foster helps secure two wins
The Seminole State College men’s basketball team traveled to Coffeyville, Kansas this weekend to participate in the Coffeyville Bricktown Classic and came away with two victories. The Trojans are now 4-1 for the season.Guthrie's 2009 graduate Donte' Foster scored 9 points in the win over Neosho County Communtiy College by a final score of 69-59.
In the second game of the Classic on Saturday, the Trojans were matched up against Coffeyville Community College and came away with a 59-54 win. Foster finished with 13 points in the win.
Foster is averaging double digits in scoring five games into the season for the Trojans.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
DISMUKE & BROTHERS, NOT THE ONLY SHOW
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November 17, 2009
Josh McCuistion
SoonerScoop.com Associate Editor
DUNCAN, Okla. - The match-up of Guthrie and Duncan brought together two of Oklahoma's top juniors. The fact that the two would face off against each other throughout the game and even knew each other personally only added to the battle between Guthrie's Kentrell Brothers and Dylan Dismuke of Duncan.
Dismuke can be a special offensive lineman in the future.
The two battled it out throughout but Guthrie's impressive team speed helped them pull off a surprising road win over the Demons, 20-12.
Brothers has been well known since putting together a sophomore season that was the envy of about any high school senior around the country. Meanwhile Dismuke had made his name at several team camps and has built on it with a solid junior season.
The two matched up frequently and while Dismuke's massive 6-foot-7, 285-pound frame took home the majority of victories it's hard to argue that Brothers was anything other than the player of the game.
Not only was he a disruptive force when the Bluejays found a way to avoid lining him up across from Dismuke but he also made big plays in the passing game and even cemented the game in the final seconds on a strange special teams play.
On fourth down with less than 15-second to go Guthrie was set to punt but elected to have Brothers attempt to run out the clock. During the run he was nearly tackled around Guthrie's goal line in what could have set up a chance for Duncan to pull off a miraculous final score.
However, Brothers outran the Duncan defense turned up the corner and nearly ran for a touchdown before being tripped up 80-yards away from where the play begin and probably 150-yards of dodging and diving from Brothers later.
Dismuke also made plenty of plays although they may not be as exciting as the moments Brothers enjoyed through the game. His massive frame and lean build makes it easy to see how he projects as a college offensive tackle, and potentially a protector of a quarterback's blind side.
The two's battle may have been the focal point of the game but was far from the only thing worth watching.
Brothers was joined in the Bluejays receiving corps by Devonte McCully who for the second straight time with SoonerScoop.com in attendance failed to make a catch but did show an ability to block down the field and impact the game even if he wasn't being thrown to.
As McCully is to Brothers, Dylan Laurens is to Dismuke. The talented guard has gone through massive physical growth in the past year and looks to be a player that plenty of college coaches will be having a look at in spite of arriving without much awareness of the 6-foot-2, 275-pound prospect.
Another player that may surprise college coaches is jumbo-athlete Dominique Petties. He is still learning to play the game and to play with the physicality that his 6-foot-1, 210-pound frame will allow but as he stops thinking an starts playing he'll be a late-bloomer that surprises everyone next season.
PROSPECTS:
Kentrell Brothers: Brothers is a quality athlete who showed more athleticism than I saw earlier in the season against Ardmore. He caught passes and chased plays down from behind. More than anything he answered some of the questions about lateral speed that I had wondered about for quite some time.
Dylan Dismuke: This was my first chance to watch Dismuke in live action and I can say he cemented himself as one of the state's elite prospects. His frame reminds me of Jammal Brown at a similar point in time but obviously he has played tackle far more to date than Brown had but physically and skill wise it's not as crazy as it sounds. The big blocker didn't get a chance to show off much of his ability as a pass-blocker but watching his feet there is no doubt he is capable of it.
Dylan Laurens: Laurens is a strong run blocker and what he lacks in athleticism and overwhelming stature he makes up for in tenacity and understanding of just how to play the position. The offensive lineman has a chance to be a division one guy moving forward if he'll continue to work on his footwork.
Devonte McCully: McCully is a guy with an amazing frame comparable to that of current Sooner Adron Tennell but in 96-minutes of football I've seen him do little more than block. It's not clear if he is skilled as a receiver or not simply because he isn't just not making plays the opportunities to do so aren't presenting themselves.
Dominique Petties: The big athlete moves well and shows flashes of being a real star if he can figure out the position. At this point he is an overwhelming athlete more so than a great football player but as he develops he can become a dominating force for the Demons.
November 17, 2009
Josh McCuistion
SoonerScoop.com Associate Editor
DUNCAN, Okla. - The match-up of Guthrie and Duncan brought together two of Oklahoma's top juniors. The fact that the two would face off against each other throughout the game and even knew each other personally only added to the battle between Guthrie's Kentrell Brothers and Dylan Dismuke of Duncan.
Dismuke can be a special offensive lineman in the future.
The two battled it out throughout but Guthrie's impressive team speed helped them pull off a surprising road win over the Demons, 20-12.
Brothers has been well known since putting together a sophomore season that was the envy of about any high school senior around the country. Meanwhile Dismuke had made his name at several team camps and has built on it with a solid junior season.
The two matched up frequently and while Dismuke's massive 6-foot-7, 285-pound frame took home the majority of victories it's hard to argue that Brothers was anything other than the player of the game.
Not only was he a disruptive force when the Bluejays found a way to avoid lining him up across from Dismuke but he also made big plays in the passing game and even cemented the game in the final seconds on a strange special teams play.
On fourth down with less than 15-second to go Guthrie was set to punt but elected to have Brothers attempt to run out the clock. During the run he was nearly tackled around Guthrie's goal line in what could have set up a chance for Duncan to pull off a miraculous final score.
However, Brothers outran the Duncan defense turned up the corner and nearly ran for a touchdown before being tripped up 80-yards away from where the play begin and probably 150-yards of dodging and diving from Brothers later.
Dismuke also made plenty of plays although they may not be as exciting as the moments Brothers enjoyed through the game. His massive frame and lean build makes it easy to see how he projects as a college offensive tackle, and potentially a protector of a quarterback's blind side.
The two's battle may have been the focal point of the game but was far from the only thing worth watching.
Brothers was joined in the Bluejays receiving corps by Devonte McCully who for the second straight time with SoonerScoop.com in attendance failed to make a catch but did show an ability to block down the field and impact the game even if he wasn't being thrown to.
As McCully is to Brothers, Dylan Laurens is to Dismuke. The talented guard has gone through massive physical growth in the past year and looks to be a player that plenty of college coaches will be having a look at in spite of arriving without much awareness of the 6-foot-2, 275-pound prospect.
Another player that may surprise college coaches is jumbo-athlete Dominique Petties. He is still learning to play the game and to play with the physicality that his 6-foot-1, 210-pound frame will allow but as he stops thinking an starts playing he'll be a late-bloomer that surprises everyone next season.
PROSPECTS:
Kentrell Brothers: Brothers is a quality athlete who showed more athleticism than I saw earlier in the season against Ardmore. He caught passes and chased plays down from behind. More than anything he answered some of the questions about lateral speed that I had wondered about for quite some time.
Dylan Dismuke: This was my first chance to watch Dismuke in live action and I can say he cemented himself as one of the state's elite prospects. His frame reminds me of Jammal Brown at a similar point in time but obviously he has played tackle far more to date than Brown had but physically and skill wise it's not as crazy as it sounds. The big blocker didn't get a chance to show off much of his ability as a pass-blocker but watching his feet there is no doubt he is capable of it.
Dylan Laurens: Laurens is a strong run blocker and what he lacks in athleticism and overwhelming stature he makes up for in tenacity and understanding of just how to play the position. The offensive lineman has a chance to be a division one guy moving forward if he'll continue to work on his footwork.
Devonte McCully: McCully is a guy with an amazing frame comparable to that of current Sooner Adron Tennell but in 96-minutes of football I've seen him do little more than block. It's not clear if he is skilled as a receiver or not simply because he isn't just not making plays the opportunities to do so aren't presenting themselves.
Dominique Petties: The big athlete moves well and shows flashes of being a real star if he can figure out the position. At this point he is an overwhelming athlete more so than a great football player but as he develops he can become a dominating force for the Demons.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Acker to play for Crimson Storm
Kacey Acker will sign her letter of intent, on Wednesday, at the Guthrie High School library to play college softball at Southern Nazarene University. SNU is located in Bethany, Oklahoma.The 4-year starter for the softball program also plays basketball as well as help lead the Lady Jay Golf team back to the state tournament a year ago. We will have more to come on Guthrie Sports Page.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Guthrie - East Central Series
Guthrie Sports Page does not have any games played between these two schools prior to the 2001 season. If you know of any, please share.
Here are the two that I have:
2007 Guthrie 45-14 in a state semi-final game at Putnam City Stadium
2002 Guthrie 27-13 at East Central in a second round game
Ironic, but those are the same years Guthrie won their state championships. Okay, okay lets not jump that gun quite yet.
Here are the two that I have:
2007 Guthrie 45-14 in a state semi-final game at Putnam City Stadium
2002 Guthrie 27-13 at East Central in a second round game
Ironic, but those are the same years Guthrie won their state championships. Okay, okay lets not jump that gun quite yet.
Class C second round games
Holy cow, did I see that score right, 26-6? That might have been the biggest shocker in the entire playoff's so far, but a win is a win. However, it came at a cost.
Indians quarterback Aaron McAndles suffered a broken leg in the game and is out 2 months.
I believe Shattuck gets the win in the second round, but believes Timberlake will be a steady challenge for the Indians.
I like Seiling and Forgan to win and advance.
Average scores in the first round were 42-9. Class C just got a touch more interesting however.
Indians quarterback Aaron McAndles suffered a broken leg in the game and is out 2 months.
I believe Shattuck gets the win in the second round, but believes Timberlake will be a steady challenge for the Indians.
I like Seiling and Forgan to win and advance.
Average scores in the first round were 42-9. Class C just got a touch more interesting however.
Class B second round
Garber, Laverne, and Canton move on for B1, but they will not have fellow PC Hunter with them in the second round as Ryan gets the win.
Congrats to Porter on not only winning district, but winning their first playoff game ever.
Garber over Kiefer, Davenport over Laverne, Depew over Ryan, and Canton over Porter as we get closer to the Garber and Canton final, agian.
Not to bad for the average score to be 50-23 when you combine the eight scores and two games that played within a touchdown.
Congrats to Porter on not only winning district, but winning their first playoff game ever.
Garber over Kiefer, Davenport over Laverne, Depew over Ryan, and Canton over Porter as we get closer to the Garber and Canton final, agian.
Not to bad for the average score to be 50-23 when you combine the eight scores and two games that played within a touchdown.
Class A second round games
To no surprise all the home teams won their first round game. I tried to make some convincing points for Woodland and Hominy in getting a first round win, but reality hit.
Woodland was my only pick that did not come through.
This week the game match-ups improve dramatically with Watonga at Ringling and Pawnee at Stroud as very intriguing match-ups.
Here are my winners for this week: Hennessey, Talihina, Watonga, Tonkawa, Pawnee, Cashion, Salina, and OK Bible.
The toughest game to choose this week is Watonga at Ringling.
Woodland was my only pick that did not come through.
This week the game match-ups improve dramatically with Watonga at Ringling and Pawnee at Stroud as very intriguing match-ups.
Here are my winners for this week: Hennessey, Talihina, Watonga, Tonkawa, Pawnee, Cashion, Salina, and OK Bible.
The toughest game to choose this week is Watonga at Ringling.
Class 2A second round games
The biggest surprise of all was Seq. Tahlequah going down to Sperry and it was not played on the baseball field, but the football field. Other then that not a whole lot of too many surprises.
This week I am going to go with Heritage Hall, Pawhuska, Davis, Lincoln Christian, Chandler, Millwood, Sperry, and Kingfisher to get wins and move on.
Davis vs John Marshall is very intriguing as the Bears are playing well.
Go figure, Sperry is hosting a second round game. Outside of Sperry, who had thought of that?
Kingfisher will have a tough task ahead of them, but not ready to go against Derek Patterson and the Jackets.
Sure would like to see Eddie Scott, a former assistant coach at Guthrie, and Pawhuska go on the road for the second straight week and get a playoff win over Morris.
This week I am going to go with Heritage Hall, Pawhuska, Davis, Lincoln Christian, Chandler, Millwood, Sperry, and Kingfisher to get wins and move on.
Davis vs John Marshall is very intriguing as the Bears are playing well.
Go figure, Sperry is hosting a second round game. Outside of Sperry, who had thought of that?
Kingfisher will have a tough task ahead of them, but not ready to go against Derek Patterson and the Jackets.
Sure would like to see Eddie Scott, a former assistant coach at Guthrie, and Pawhuska go on the road for the second straight week and get a playoff win over Morris.
Come on Duncan PA announcer
So there I was just looking at the facilities inside the Duncan press box minding my own business before we were to start The High School Huddle Game Night radio show when the Duncan PA announcer made sure I heard him say, "The fighting BlueJays, I think we are going to be having some BlueJays after this game is over."
I think he knew I was with, as I was wearing, my blue Guthrie shirt.
Naturally, I did not say a word and went on about my business. Sure wish I could have seen him afterwards to see if he was having any BlueJay...lol...Just a little sportsmanship, I know. I say it sometimes too, but not in playoff games. No need to jinx it!
Overall, the Duncan athletic department was very helpful with everything that we needed and you can tell they enjoy their football team and do a good job.
I think he knew I was with, as I was wearing, my blue Guthrie shirt.
Naturally, I did not say a word and went on about my business. Sure wish I could have seen him afterwards to see if he was having any BlueJay...lol...Just a little sportsmanship, I know. I say it sometimes too, but not in playoff games. No need to jinx it!
Overall, the Duncan athletic department was very helpful with everything that we needed and you can tell they enjoy their football team and do a good job.
Class 3A second round picks
Well, yours truly went on that massive limb and picked Madill to win the state title and that had to be the deciding factor. Many told me to come back to earth and I refuse to do so.
What was I thinking? Perhaps, I wasn't. Still yet, everyone thought they would at least win over Blanchard. Oh well.
Seq Claremore at Tuttle
Both teams dominated in the opening round. Tuttle was my pick to make it to the championship game and am not stopping now despite Tuttle fans stomach now turning with my pick.
Purcell at Cascia Hall
Cole Swayze was back and Damien Shea added the fuel over Elgin in a game I had picked against the Dragons. It was a close game 28-27 for a very good first round game.
Cascia Hall took care of business as the win streak continues to grow and believe it grows to one more game this season with a win over Purcell. Dragon fans, you can thank me later.
Berryhill at Blanchard
Can the Lions make it two in a row in the playoffs? I say no. The 3A-1 district however gets them ready for this Berryhill team who has also seen some good teams to prepare them for this upcoming game.
Clinton at Dewey
I suppose it is now time to scare the day lights out of Clinton fans. I had picked Madill to take down Clinton in the semi's to reach the 3A title game. Well, guess what? I have to put Clinton in there now.
Why do I go against tradition and Delans Griffith to begin with?
What was I thinking? Perhaps, I wasn't. Still yet, everyone thought they would at least win over Blanchard. Oh well.
Seq Claremore at Tuttle
Both teams dominated in the opening round. Tuttle was my pick to make it to the championship game and am not stopping now despite Tuttle fans stomach now turning with my pick.
Purcell at Cascia Hall
Cole Swayze was back and Damien Shea added the fuel over Elgin in a game I had picked against the Dragons. It was a close game 28-27 for a very good first round game.
Cascia Hall took care of business as the win streak continues to grow and believe it grows to one more game this season with a win over Purcell. Dragon fans, you can thank me later.
Berryhill at Blanchard
Can the Lions make it two in a row in the playoffs? I say no. The 3A-1 district however gets them ready for this Berryhill team who has also seen some good teams to prepare them for this upcoming game.
Clinton at Dewey
I suppose it is now time to scare the day lights out of Clinton fans. I had picked Madill to take down Clinton in the semi's to reach the 3A title game. Well, guess what? I have to put Clinton in there now.
Why do I go against tradition and Delans Griffith to begin with?
Class 4A second round games
Oh my, the mighty have already fallen. Talking about Glenpool and my 4A state championship pick. Douglass goes on the road and gets the win to give Glenpool back-to-back losses and ends their season that earlier saw them on a 23-game winning streak.
Weatherford at Broken Bow
This game has a lot to play for because I see the winner here moving on to the state championship game. Both teams had convincing wins in the first round. However, I will go with Weatherford and their tougher schedule to win this one.
Douglass at Wagoner
The Trojans were not the only team to go on the road and get a win. Wagoner not only won, but shut-out Jay in the process as 4A-3 lost three of four games.
I am sticking with 4A-1, again, and picking Douglass to move on. Wagoner does not have a quality win this season and Douglass is playing very quality ball this season against a tough schedule.
Oologah at Star Spencer
The Bobcats could not Elk City to go away despite the 11-point win. Elk City should have given Star more of a challenge then Oologah will come Friday in the second round.
Star defeated Glenpool the prior week and are playing well with a bunch of athlete's on the field.
McGuinness at Sallisaw
Perhaps the best match-up in 4A this week. The Irish handled Tecumseh while the Black Diamonds struggled to finish off Collinsville, 31-28.
Having seen the Irish this season with Tharp, Richardson, and Ahamd, I believe the Irish move on to make it an all West state semi-final bracket.
Weatherford at Broken Bow
This game has a lot to play for because I see the winner here moving on to the state championship game. Both teams had convincing wins in the first round. However, I will go with Weatherford and their tougher schedule to win this one.
Douglass at Wagoner
The Trojans were not the only team to go on the road and get a win. Wagoner not only won, but shut-out Jay in the process as 4A-3 lost three of four games.
I am sticking with 4A-1, again, and picking Douglass to move on. Wagoner does not have a quality win this season and Douglass is playing very quality ball this season against a tough schedule.
Oologah at Star Spencer
The Bobcats could not Elk City to go away despite the 11-point win. Elk City should have given Star more of a challenge then Oologah will come Friday in the second round.
Star defeated Glenpool the prior week and are playing well with a bunch of athlete's on the field.
McGuinness at Sallisaw
Perhaps the best match-up in 4A this week. The Irish handled Tecumseh while the Black Diamonds struggled to finish off Collinsville, 31-28.
Having seen the Irish this season with Tharp, Richardson, and Ahamd, I believe the Irish move on to make it an all West state semi-final bracket.
Class 6A second round games
Bartlesville is the only team to go on the road and win as I and many others predicted to do so, but what a scare Southmoore, Midwest City, and Union received. Not to mention Mustang getting throttled on the road in a minor upset.
Looking ahead it appears I have three teams from the East and one from the West marching to the state semi's.
Bartlesville at Southmoore
Austin Haywood will be a welcome site back for the Sabercats, who did not play with a shoulder injury, and he will be needed with Ron Smith's offense coming to town.
Kirby Schoenthaler is the quarterback that no one knows on the West side of the state for the Bruins and is very effective throwing the ball.
The match-up that will decide this game is the Southmoore running game vs the Bruins defense. Both teams can throw the ball, but who will stop their opponents running game? Whoever has more yards rushing wins the game and I sticking with Southmoore to win another close game at home.
Edmond Memorial at Jenks
Edmond had the most surprising win in 6A by taking advantage of Mustang miscues and holding the Broncos to just 7 points. The Bulldogs have now allowed just 24-points in the last seven weeks. Not sure I care who they came against because it is 6A football.
Now, with all that said they must make the trip up the turnpike to Jenks where the Trojans are on a mission this season. More so this year with their coaches watching from the stands.
Jenks is my 6A pick to win it all, but the Bulldogs have nothing to lose as they take on the rich program in Jenks.
Broken Arrow at Midwest City
The Bombers had to hold off a fourth quarter rally by PC North, while Broken Arrow handled their business in round one over Enid.
I saw the Tigers a year ago go into Mustang and get a second round win, and I see them doing it again this year on the last game played on grass in MWC.
**Publisher note: As a very nice anonymous poster nicely said in a Mike Gundy tone, I did not see BA win in Mustang. I apologize. I had misremembered because I do recall Kyle Webster, Mustang QB, going on a long run on a fake punt to all but seal the game over Fulps and the Tigers. Thanks, again anonymous.
Lawton at Union
Many people did not have Lawton playing the playoffs. Others did not have them hosting a first round game, so why should anyone give them a chance against Union?
The Redskins got a scare by the wing T Claremore offense, as the Zebra's jumped out to a 9-0 lead and a 9-7 halftime lead before Union scored 27 unanswered points to get the win.
Lawton fans do not want me to pick them to win because I have not been doing it all season, so I go with Union to move on.
Looking ahead it appears I have three teams from the East and one from the West marching to the state semi's.
Bartlesville at Southmoore
Austin Haywood will be a welcome site back for the Sabercats, who did not play with a shoulder injury, and he will be needed with Ron Smith's offense coming to town.
Kirby Schoenthaler is the quarterback that no one knows on the West side of the state for the Bruins and is very effective throwing the ball.
The match-up that will decide this game is the Southmoore running game vs the Bruins defense. Both teams can throw the ball, but who will stop their opponents running game? Whoever has more yards rushing wins the game and I sticking with Southmoore to win another close game at home.
Edmond Memorial at Jenks
Edmond had the most surprising win in 6A by taking advantage of Mustang miscues and holding the Broncos to just 7 points. The Bulldogs have now allowed just 24-points in the last seven weeks. Not sure I care who they came against because it is 6A football.
Now, with all that said they must make the trip up the turnpike to Jenks where the Trojans are on a mission this season. More so this year with their coaches watching from the stands.
Jenks is my 6A pick to win it all, but the Bulldogs have nothing to lose as they take on the rich program in Jenks.
Broken Arrow at Midwest City
The Bombers had to hold off a fourth quarter rally by PC North, while Broken Arrow handled their business in round one over Enid.
I saw the Tigers a year ago go into Mustang and get a second round win, and I see them doing it again this year on the last game played on grass in MWC.
**Publisher note: As a very nice anonymous poster nicely said in a Mike Gundy tone, I did not see BA win in Mustang. I apologize. I had misremembered because I do recall Kyle Webster, Mustang QB, going on a long run on a fake punt to all but seal the game over Fulps and the Tigers. Thanks, again anonymous.
Lawton at Union
Many people did not have Lawton playing the playoffs. Others did not have them hosting a first round game, so why should anyone give them a chance against Union?
The Redskins got a scare by the wing T Claremore offense, as the Zebra's jumped out to a 9-0 lead and a 9-7 halftime lead before Union scored 27 unanswered points to get the win.
Lawton fans do not want me to pick them to win because I have not been doing it all season, so I go with Union to move on.
Week 2 of the 5A Playoff's
Everything seemed to go as plan in 5A football for the first week of the playoffs. Guthrie was the only team to go on the road and win.
As expected we have some great match-ups in the second round this week.
McAlester at El Reno
El Reno (11-0) host McAlester (10-1) after both teams won by multiple touchdowns in their first round game. This will be an interesting game, but have to give the edge to the Indians. Their defense is too strong and they have the experience from a year ago to give them the win this week. McAlester was not very sufficient last week with sloppy offensive play.
Although, McAlester could have success throwing the ball with Tony Kiefer.
Watch out though, McAlester is young and many will not want to see them on their schedule next season. A McAlester win over El Reno would surprise me, but not shocked at all.
Carl Albert at Bishop Kelley
A titanic of a match-up in Tulsa this week as the Carl Albert Titans visits undefeated Bishop Kelley. Carl Albert (9-2) are playing their best right now and that should come to no surprise because it is November. JT Realmuto and Tre Porter will be challenged by that Comet defense, but I see the Titans winning and moving on to the semi's.
If this game was played earlier this year then perhaps I would have gone with Kelley (11-0) as they were playing their best at that time when their schedule was the toughest. Kelley won their first round game for the first time in five tries under Coach Tappana.
I picked the Titans to win Class 5A so no need in stopping now.
Bixby at Shawnee
This is a very intriguing game between two schools that are familiar with each other when you go back to their days of being in 5A-3 together.
The Wolves (11-0) offense continued to put points on the board against Altus, but Bixby has one of the top defense's each year in 5A. Outside of Jenks and Glenpool, Bixby (7-4) has allowed 20-points or more in two of their last nine games.
Kevin Lamb appears to be almost completely healthy and should help Pat McGrew's offense with Dewitt Jennings, but Shawnee outscores the Bixby offense. The Wolves may take a quarter to get used to the Spartan defense, but figures it out and gets the win.
Guthrie at East Central
Guthrie has had the advantage in the playoffs in the last two meetings with a second round game in Tulsa back in 2002 and then again in 2007 on a neutral field in the state semi's.
East Central (10-1) has a very talented and balance running game with the powerful running of Jaimon Gilstrap and the speedy Chakeal Armstrong. Not to be out done, the Cardinals defense has allowed just 19-points in the last three weeks.
Guthrie (7-4) continues to hang their hat on their defense and particularly stopping the run. East Central may give the Jays their toughest challenge in stopping Gilstrap and Armstrong.
The Cardinals have seen the Eric Bennett's and Demarco Cobb's and will not be star struck when Guthrie comes rolling in, but Guthrie may present East Central with their biggest test as far as having to prepare for a balance and multi-look that the Jays present.
As expected we have some great match-ups in the second round this week.
McAlester at El Reno
El Reno (11-0) host McAlester (10-1) after both teams won by multiple touchdowns in their first round game. This will be an interesting game, but have to give the edge to the Indians. Their defense is too strong and they have the experience from a year ago to give them the win this week. McAlester was not very sufficient last week with sloppy offensive play.
Although, McAlester could have success throwing the ball with Tony Kiefer.
Watch out though, McAlester is young and many will not want to see them on their schedule next season. A McAlester win over El Reno would surprise me, but not shocked at all.
Carl Albert at Bishop Kelley
A titanic of a match-up in Tulsa this week as the Carl Albert Titans visits undefeated Bishop Kelley. Carl Albert (9-2) are playing their best right now and that should come to no surprise because it is November. JT Realmuto and Tre Porter will be challenged by that Comet defense, but I see the Titans winning and moving on to the semi's.
If this game was played earlier this year then perhaps I would have gone with Kelley (11-0) as they were playing their best at that time when their schedule was the toughest. Kelley won their first round game for the first time in five tries under Coach Tappana.
I picked the Titans to win Class 5A so no need in stopping now.
Bixby at Shawnee
This is a very intriguing game between two schools that are familiar with each other when you go back to their days of being in 5A-3 together.
The Wolves (11-0) offense continued to put points on the board against Altus, but Bixby has one of the top defense's each year in 5A. Outside of Jenks and Glenpool, Bixby (7-4) has allowed 20-points or more in two of their last nine games.
Kevin Lamb appears to be almost completely healthy and should help Pat McGrew's offense with Dewitt Jennings, but Shawnee outscores the Bixby offense. The Wolves may take a quarter to get used to the Spartan defense, but figures it out and gets the win.
Guthrie at East Central
Guthrie has had the advantage in the playoffs in the last two meetings with a second round game in Tulsa back in 2002 and then again in 2007 on a neutral field in the state semi's.
East Central (10-1) has a very talented and balance running game with the powerful running of Jaimon Gilstrap and the speedy Chakeal Armstrong. Not to be out done, the Cardinals defense has allowed just 19-points in the last three weeks.
Guthrie (7-4) continues to hang their hat on their defense and particularly stopping the run. East Central may give the Jays their toughest challenge in stopping Gilstrap and Armstrong.
The Cardinals have seen the Eric Bennett's and Demarco Cobb's and will not be star struck when Guthrie comes rolling in, but Guthrie may present East Central with their biggest test as far as having to prepare for a balance and multi-look that the Jays present.
Kentrell Brothers: Sack Artist
Guthrie's defensive performance was something else against the Duncan Demons last Friday night. Not only holding the Demons to 12-points and zero points in the second half, but sacking quarterback Brandon Wilson eight times.Guthrie's junior Kentrell Brothers accounted for five of those take downs. Brothers now has 16 on the year and soars on top of the 5A list with 16 total in 2009.
Brothers, who appears to be the next Division I athlete to be taken from the Guthrie football program, also finished the game with a breath taking 65-yard run to seal the Jays win.
Many outlets are predicting Brothers to be a linebacker on the next level despite being near the top of 5A in many receiving categories, including catches and receptions.
The next level will wait for the junior, who also destroyed his breakfast, Sunday morning, at Katie's Diner along with pals Chaunsey Dumas and Devante McCulley.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
2009 Guthrie Football Results
Guthrie Bluejays Team Page
Current Rank : #10 (7-4)
9/4/2009
Away Bishop McGuinness (4A) #3 7-12L
9/11/2009
Home El Reno (5A) #6 0-18L
9/18/2009
Away Piedmont (4A) 34-14W
9/25/2009
Away Durant (5A) ** #16 28-14W
10/2/2009
Home Ardmore (5A) ** #17 28-6W
10/9/2009
Away Harrah (5A) ** 35-0W
10/15/2009
Home Carl Albert (5A) ** #6 14-40L
10/23/2009
Away Shawnee (5A) ** #1 23-33L
10/30/2009
Home Capitol Hill (5A) ** 58-0W
11/6/2009
Home Noble (5A) ** 49-0W
11/13/2009
Away Duncan (5A) #9 20-12W
11/20/2009
Away Tulsa East Central (5A) #9 25-24W
Current Rank : #10 (7-4)
9/4/2009
Away Bishop McGuinness (4A) #3 7-12L
9/11/2009
Home El Reno (5A) #6 0-18L
9/18/2009
Away Piedmont (4A) 34-14W
9/25/2009
Away Durant (5A) ** #16 28-14W
10/2/2009
Home Ardmore (5A) ** #17 28-6W
10/9/2009
Away Harrah (5A) ** 35-0W
10/15/2009
Home Carl Albert (5A) ** #6 14-40L
10/23/2009
Away Shawnee (5A) ** #1 23-33L
10/30/2009
Home Capitol Hill (5A) ** 58-0W
11/6/2009
Home Noble (5A) ** 49-0W
11/13/2009
Away Duncan (5A) #9 20-12W
11/20/2009
Away Tulsa East Central (5A) #9 25-24W
Directions to Tulsa East Central Sports Complex
Directions to Tulsa East Central Complex:
1. Head south on N Division St/US-77 S toward E Oklahoma Ave
Continue to follow US-77 S 4.5 mi
2. Merge onto I-35 S 15.0 mi
3. Take exit 138A toward I-44 E/Tulsa 0.2 mi
4. Merge onto John Kilpatrick Turnpike 0.5 mi
5. Continue onto I-44 E 99.3 mi
6. Take exit 235 toward E 11 TH St 0.1 mi
7. Merge onto E Skelly Dr 413 ft
8. Turn right at E 11th St
Destination will be on the right 0.4 mi
12150 E 11th St, Tulsa, OK 74128-4400
1. Head south on N Division St/US-77 S toward E Oklahoma Ave
Continue to follow US-77 S 4.5 mi
2. Merge onto I-35 S 15.0 mi
3. Take exit 138A toward I-44 E/Tulsa 0.2 mi
4. Merge onto John Kilpatrick Turnpike 0.5 mi
5. Continue onto I-44 E 99.3 mi
6. Take exit 235 toward E 11 TH St 0.1 mi
7. Merge onto E Skelly Dr 413 ft
8. Turn right at E 11th St
Destination will be on the right 0.4 mi
12150 E 11th St, Tulsa, OK 74128-4400
East Central handles Pryor in 1st Round
Pryor 0 7 0 0 — 7
East Central 7 14 10 0 — 31
East Central gained 347 rushing yards on 48 attempts, led by the powerful running of Jaimon Gilstrap and the speedy Chakeal Armstrong, en route to a 31-7 thumping of the Pryor Tigers in the opening round of the Class 5A state playoffs at East Tulsa Sports Complex.
Gilstrap rushed for 174 yards on 19 carries and one touchdown. Armstrong finished with 17 carries for 132 yards and three touchdowns.
East Central 7 14 10 0 — 31
East Central gained 347 rushing yards on 48 attempts, led by the powerful running of Jaimon Gilstrap and the speedy Chakeal Armstrong, en route to a 31-7 thumping of the Pryor Tigers in the opening round of the Class 5A state playoffs at East Tulsa Sports Complex.
Gilstrap rushed for 174 yards on 19 carries and one touchdown. Armstrong finished with 17 carries for 132 yards and three touchdowns.
2009 T. East Central Schedule
Tulsa East Central Cardinals
Current Rank : #4 (10-1)
Head Coach: Travis Hill
9/4/2009
Home Nathan Hale (5A) 45-13W
9/11/2009
Away Booker T Washington (5A) #1 7-28L
9/18/2009
Home Wagoner (4A) #6 24-7W
9/24/2009
Away Central (Tulsa) (5A) ** #11 23-20W
10/2/2009
Home Stilwell (5A) ** 66-14W
10/8/2009
Away Thomas Edison (5A) ** 17-6W
10/16/2009
Home Coweta (5A) ** 28-6W
10/23/2009
Away Ada (5A) ** #10 24-21W
10/30/2009
Home McAlester (5A) ** #5 22-6W
11/6/2009
Away Tahlequah (5A) ** 46-6W
11/13/2009
Home Pryor (5A) #18 31-7W
Current Rank : #4 (10-1)
Head Coach: Travis Hill
9/4/2009
Home Nathan Hale (5A) 45-13W
9/11/2009
Away Booker T Washington (5A) #1 7-28L
9/18/2009
Home Wagoner (4A) #6 24-7W
9/24/2009
Away Central (Tulsa) (5A) ** #11 23-20W
10/2/2009
Home Stilwell (5A) ** 66-14W
10/8/2009
Away Thomas Edison (5A) ** 17-6W
10/16/2009
Home Coweta (5A) ** 28-6W
10/23/2009
Away Ada (5A) ** #10 24-21W
10/30/2009
Home McAlester (5A) ** #5 22-6W
11/6/2009
Away Tahlequah (5A) ** 46-6W
11/13/2009
Home Pryor (5A) #18 31-7W
Guthrie vs Duncan series
1978 Duncan 29-0 *
1082 Duncan 14-7
1983 Duncan 26-24
1984 Duncan 28-6
1985 Duncan 28-0
1990 Duncan 24-17
1991 Guthrie 30-6
1991 Duncan 21-13 *
1992 Duncan 27-7
1993 Duncan 14-13
1993 Duncan 38-0 *
1994 Duncan 21-13
1995 Duncan 26-0
2009 Guthrie 26-0
Duncan leads the all time series 12-2
* Denotes playoff game
1082 Duncan 14-7
1983 Duncan 26-24
1984 Duncan 28-6
1985 Duncan 28-0
1990 Duncan 24-17
1991 Guthrie 30-6
1991 Duncan 21-13 *
1992 Duncan 27-7
1993 Duncan 14-13
1993 Duncan 38-0 *
1994 Duncan 21-13
1995 Duncan 26-0
2009 Guthrie 26-0
Duncan leads the all time series 12-2
* Denotes playoff game
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Inside the Quarters for the '09 Jays
Guthrie is outscoring their opponents in each quarter this year.
1st Quarter 64-52
2nd Quarter 96-33
3rd Quarter 63-26
4th Quarter 53-26
In the four losses for the Jays this season:
1st Quarter 10-38 *only scored against Shawnee
2nd Quarter 7-26 * only scored against McGuinness
3rd Quarter 7-26 * only scored against Carl Albert
4th Quarter 20-13
1st Quarter 64-52
2nd Quarter 96-33
3rd Quarter 63-26
4th Quarter 53-26
In the four losses for the Jays this season:
1st Quarter 10-38 *only scored against Shawnee
2nd Quarter 7-26 * only scored against McGuinness
3rd Quarter 7-26 * only scored against Carl Albert
4th Quarter 20-13
Key to winning for Guthrie over Duncan
It is plain and simple when people ask me what the key to the game with the Duncan Demons is in the first round of the play-off's.
Score first.
The Jays are 6-1 this season when they score first, but are 0-3 when their opponent score first.
Guthrie scored first against Shawnee, but the Wolves responded with the win to give the Jays their only loss when scoring first.
Okay, perhaps it's not the key to the game Friday night, but it is interesting to say the least.
Score first.
The Jays are 6-1 this season when they score first, but are 0-3 when their opponent score first.
Guthrie scored first against Shawnee, but the Wolves responded with the win to give the Jays their only loss when scoring first.
Okay, perhaps it's not the key to the game Friday night, but it is interesting to say the least.
Ryan BIlyeu opens up college career
Ryan Bilyeu, a 2009 Guthrie graduate, competed in his first collegiate wrestling event this past weekend. Bilyeu finished second in state last year behind Carl Albert's Jared Porter, who signed with Central Michigan yesterday.Bilyeu wrestles and attends school at The United States Military Prep School. Here is the write up from the National Collegiate Wrestling Association on his first college event on November 7th.
At 149, USMAPS had two wrestlers, Ryan Bilyeu and Spencer Breeden. Breeden wrestled a tough first round versus Michael Slabinski, Gettysburg, who he lost by fall in the third period.
Bilyeu won his first round versus Matt Ellery, Wilkes University 5-2. Then in his second round, drew the number two seed Franklin Davis, Kings College. In this match, Bilyeu lost by a score of 5-2. Both wrestlers then had to compete with each other. In this contest, Bilyeu came up on top by a close match with a score of 6-2. Bilyeu then won by tech fall over Pat Gibson, Muhlenberg.
Next, Bilyeu then won by decision over Tom Manning, Scranton University 6-4. Lastly, Bilyeu wrestled Joey Walters of Army JV and was beaten by decision 3-1.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Jones appeal denied
To no surprise at all, Jones High School's hardship appeal case of Daxx Garman has been denied by the OSSAA. The ruling came after an executive session Wednesday.
Jones stood 7-2 overall and 6-0 in District 2A-2 and had clinched the district title, but now stand at 2-8 overall. The investigation began after an anonymous email was received by the OSSAA about the situation.
A subsequent investigation found Garman, who is in his first season at Jones after transferring from another school (Carl Albert), to be ineligible.
Jones had not filed for a hardship waiver on the player's behalf before the investigation into the player's eligibility.
I sure hope Jones does not take this any further and hold up the play-off's like we saw a few years back with the Shawnee situation, and that appears that it will not be the case.
The Garman family says they will be leaving Jones. Although, from what I read the family has one kid going to Choctaw, one kid going to Carl Albert, and the other was at Jones. Hmmm
Jones stood 7-2 overall and 6-0 in District 2A-2 and had clinched the district title, but now stand at 2-8 overall. The investigation began after an anonymous email was received by the OSSAA about the situation.
A subsequent investigation found Garman, who is in his first season at Jones after transferring from another school (Carl Albert), to be ineligible.
Jones had not filed for a hardship waiver on the player's behalf before the investigation into the player's eligibility.
I sure hope Jones does not take this any further and hold up the play-off's like we saw a few years back with the Shawnee situation, and that appears that it will not be the case.
The Garman family says they will be leaving Jones. Although, from what I read the family has one kid going to Choctaw, one kid going to Carl Albert, and the other was at Jones. Hmmm
Comments are Welcome
Apologize for not being able to comment on the recent posts. Not sure how it was taken off, but they are back and we welcome your feedback.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Coaches rank basketball Jays 4th
The coaches pre-season poll has been released and the back-to-back Class 5A Champions come in at No. 4.The coaches poll is what determines play-off positioning for the play-off's.
Guthrie is coming off an impressive 27-2 record from a year ago that saw the Jays make their fourth consecutive trip to the state tourney and win their school's sixth state basketball title.
Guthrie must replace names like Donte' Foster and Keaton Callins among others in the line-up, but return six players who got quality time a season ago. Expect Kentrell Brothers, Devon Hall, and BJ McDonald to help lead the 09-10 Guthrie BlueJays.
Pre-Season Coaches Poll
1. T. Edison 2. T. Memorial 3. T. Washington 4. Guthrie 5. Carl Albert
6. Ardmore 7. T. E. Central 8. T. Kelley 9. Capitol Hill 10. El Reno
Guthrie - Duncan: Inside the Numbers
A reminder you can listen to the game on 105.1 FM or online at GuthrieSportsPage.com this Friday night in Duncan. The Demons enter with an 8-2 record while the Jays travel with a 6-4 record.
Team Numbers
Duncan is the leading team in 5A when it comes to rushing the ball with 254 yards a game and ranks 5th overall in team offense in 5A. The Jays are the 5th best team passing the ball with 160 yards a game while Duncan ranks 13th passing in 5A.
Total offense Duncan ranks 5th with 341 yards of offense and the Jays enter the play-offs averaging 287 yards. Duncan is 9th in scoring with 25 points a contest and the Jays are ranked 6th with 27 points a game.
Moving to the defense, Duncan allows 84 yards on the ground and is 3rd best in 5A, but the Jays come in 2nd in stopping the run by allowing just 82 yards. Both are also similar against the pass. Duncan gives up 127 a game and Guthrie allows 115 which ranks them 11th and 10th respectively.
Overall, the Demons defense allows 211 yards a game (6th overall) and Guthrie allows 197 yards (4th overall). Duncan has given up an average of 15.9 points and Guthrie has allowed 13.7 points a game.
Quarterbacks
Duncan's Brandon Wilson (sophomore) 68-127 (53%) for 873 yards with 5 td's and 2 int's
Guthrie's Bryan Dutton (freshmen) 106-172 (61%) for 1601 yards with 11 td's and 7 int's. The 1601 passing yards is third best in 5A.
Wilson has 642 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown while Dutton has gathered 403 yards on the ground on 137 rushes with two scores.
Receivers
Duncan's Michael Rice, Tyler Gay, Bradley Wilson, and Devonte Harris have 41 combine catches for 564 yards and 5 touchdowns. Guthrie's Kentrell Brothers has 47 catches 861 yards and 11 touchdown receptions.
Tacklers
Duncan's Payton Atchley has 96 tackles (13th) and Dane Steil has 92 (16th in 5A)
Guthrie's Landry Chappell has 127 tackles (2nd in 5A) and Jaden Chappell has 103 (10th)
Sack Artist's
Kentrell Brothers has 11 and is tied for second in 5A
Devante Harris has 6 and is 10th in 5A
Team Numbers
Duncan is the leading team in 5A when it comes to rushing the ball with 254 yards a game and ranks 5th overall in team offense in 5A. The Jays are the 5th best team passing the ball with 160 yards a game while Duncan ranks 13th passing in 5A.
Total offense Duncan ranks 5th with 341 yards of offense and the Jays enter the play-offs averaging 287 yards. Duncan is 9th in scoring with 25 points a contest and the Jays are ranked 6th with 27 points a game.
Moving to the defense, Duncan allows 84 yards on the ground and is 3rd best in 5A, but the Jays come in 2nd in stopping the run by allowing just 82 yards. Both are also similar against the pass. Duncan gives up 127 a game and Guthrie allows 115 which ranks them 11th and 10th respectively.
Overall, the Demons defense allows 211 yards a game (6th overall) and Guthrie allows 197 yards (4th overall). Duncan has given up an average of 15.9 points and Guthrie has allowed 13.7 points a game.
Quarterbacks
Duncan's Brandon Wilson (sophomore) 68-127 (53%) for 873 yards with 5 td's and 2 int's
Guthrie's Bryan Dutton (freshmen) 106-172 (61%) for 1601 yards with 11 td's and 7 int's. The 1601 passing yards is third best in 5A.
Wilson has 642 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown while Dutton has gathered 403 yards on the ground on 137 rushes with two scores.
Receivers
Duncan's Michael Rice, Tyler Gay, Bradley Wilson, and Devonte Harris have 41 combine catches for 564 yards and 5 touchdowns. Guthrie's Kentrell Brothers has 47 catches 861 yards and 11 touchdown receptions.
Tacklers
Duncan's Payton Atchley has 96 tackles (13th) and Dane Steil has 92 (16th in 5A)
Guthrie's Landry Chappell has 127 tackles (2nd in 5A) and Jaden Chappell has 103 (10th)
Sack Artist's
Kentrell Brothers has 11 and is tied for second in 5A
Devante Harris has 6 and is 10th in 5A
Monday, November 9, 2009
Final 6A Rankings
Class 6A Final Rankings
1. Jenks - plenty of drama and now players motivated to play
2. Union - has a great shot in finals
3. Southmoore - the West best chance and Haywood in the Wildcat is very dangerous
4. Broken Arrow - tough road to finals with perhaps Midwest City and Union
5. Bartlesville - best season in a long time, but tough draw with Owasso, Southmoore, and Jenks on the same side of the bracket
6. Midwest City - has not been tested as of late and Bombers hope that does not affect them
7. Mustang - showed they can play with the best in the West, but Jenks awaits in round two
8. Lawton - two losses and a second place in the toughest district 6A-1 that no one predicted
9. Putnam North - Panthers have been playing the play-off's for three weeks already
10. Edmond Memorial - Kameron Doolittle at quarterback; nice move first year head coach
1. Jenks - plenty of drama and now players motivated to play
2. Union - has a great shot in finals
3. Southmoore - the West best chance and Haywood in the Wildcat is very dangerous
4. Broken Arrow - tough road to finals with perhaps Midwest City and Union
5. Bartlesville - best season in a long time, but tough draw with Owasso, Southmoore, and Jenks on the same side of the bracket
6. Midwest City - has not been tested as of late and Bombers hope that does not affect them
7. Mustang - showed they can play with the best in the West, but Jenks awaits in round two
8. Lawton - two losses and a second place in the toughest district 6A-1 that no one predicted
9. Putnam North - Panthers have been playing the play-off's for three weeks already
10. Edmond Memorial - Kameron Doolittle at quarterback; nice move first year head coach
Final 5A Rankings
5A Week 10 final rankings:
1. Tulsa Kelley - big wins make a nice resume, but trouble awaits in round two
2. Shawnee - first undefeated season since 1973 and last chance for at least two years
3. El Reno - third time in 50 years to go undefeated and a tough road to the championship game
4. Carl Albert - always dangerous come play-off time
5. T. East Central - no one is talking about them and are on the right side of the bracket to make finals
6. McAlester - perhaps a season away but watch-out Buffalo's may make noise in the second round this year
7. Duncan - two losses to Top 4 teams and a good win over Mac with the best run game in 5A (stats wise)
8. T. Central - best athlete on the field always goes to T. Central and always will have a chance at a win
9. L. Mac - tough go on the first round at Carl Albert with three losses to teams that are very good
10. Bixby/Guthrie - both have losses to good teams and hang their hat on their defense
1. Tulsa Kelley - big wins make a nice resume, but trouble awaits in round two
2. Shawnee - first undefeated season since 1973 and last chance for at least two years
3. El Reno - third time in 50 years to go undefeated and a tough road to the championship game
4. Carl Albert - always dangerous come play-off time
5. T. East Central - no one is talking about them and are on the right side of the bracket to make finals
6. McAlester - perhaps a season away but watch-out Buffalo's may make noise in the second round this year
7. Duncan - two losses to Top 4 teams and a good win over Mac with the best run game in 5A (stats wise)
8. T. Central - best athlete on the field always goes to T. Central and always will have a chance at a win
9. L. Mac - tough go on the first round at Carl Albert with three losses to teams that are very good
10. Bixby/Guthrie - both have losses to good teams and hang their hat on their defense
Guthrie vs Duncan tidbits
Here are some interesting tidbits as the Guthrie BlueJays travel to Duncan for the first round of the Oklahoma high school play-off's.
Watkins vs Hollaway
This will be the first time Rafe Watkins and the Jays have played a Duncan team since his arrival in 2001, but it is not the first time Coach Watkins has gone up against Duncan head coach Jim Hollaway. Hollaway and the Altus Bulldogs came to Jelsma Stadium, in 2001, and defeated the Jays 21-0 in a first round play-off game.
Watkins has always talked about Coach Hollaway being as one of the toughest coaches to coach against. Hollaway's Demons were projected not to make the play-off's, but have reeled off 8-wins in 10 weeks.
Guthrie will open up the 2010 season at Jelsma when they host Duncan.
First Round Success
Since 2001, Guthrie is 5-2 when playing in the first round and have won their last four first round games. The Jays have only been on the road one time, in the Watkins tenure, and dropped a 20-0 decision to Ardmore in 2003. Guthrie did not make the play-off's in 2004.
Duncan is back in the play-off after just missing out with a 5-5 injured prone 2008 season.
Common Opponent
Both the Jays and Demons have common opponents and both common opponents defeated them. Talking about Carl Albert and El Reno.
Carl Albert gave the Jays one of their most embarrassing losses in some time with a 40-14 home game. The Titans handled Duncan 26-7, in Duncan, back in Week 3.
El Reno snapped the Jays home winning streak by shutting out the Jays 18-0, in Jelsma, and just last week took down Duncan 14-7 in a highly contested game that saw the Demons have their chances in the fourth quarter.
Playing in Duncan
Duncan is 4-1 this season at home and Guthrie is 3-2 on the road.
Watkins vs Hollaway
This will be the first time Rafe Watkins and the Jays have played a Duncan team since his arrival in 2001, but it is not the first time Coach Watkins has gone up against Duncan head coach Jim Hollaway. Hollaway and the Altus Bulldogs came to Jelsma Stadium, in 2001, and defeated the Jays 21-0 in a first round play-off game.
Watkins has always talked about Coach Hollaway being as one of the toughest coaches to coach against. Hollaway's Demons were projected not to make the play-off's, but have reeled off 8-wins in 10 weeks.
Guthrie will open up the 2010 season at Jelsma when they host Duncan.
First Round Success
Since 2001, Guthrie is 5-2 when playing in the first round and have won their last four first round games. The Jays have only been on the road one time, in the Watkins tenure, and dropped a 20-0 decision to Ardmore in 2003. Guthrie did not make the play-off's in 2004.
Duncan is back in the play-off after just missing out with a 5-5 injured prone 2008 season.
Common Opponent
Both the Jays and Demons have common opponents and both common opponents defeated them. Talking about Carl Albert and El Reno.
Carl Albert gave the Jays one of their most embarrassing losses in some time with a 40-14 home game. The Titans handled Duncan 26-7, in Duncan, back in Week 3.
El Reno snapped the Jays home winning streak by shutting out the Jays 18-0, in Jelsma, and just last week took down Duncan 14-7 in a highly contested game that saw the Demons have their chances in the fourth quarter.
Playing in Duncan
Duncan is 4-1 this season at home and Guthrie is 3-2 on the road.
Oregon Reinstates LeGarrette Blount
Ronnie Phillips is a guest blogger and welcomes your feedback.The University of Oregon has reinstated suspended running back LeGarrette Blount 2 days after getting beat by previously unranked Stanford.
Oregon head coach Chip Kelly suspended Blount for the rest of the season after he punched Boise State defensive end Byron Hout after Boise State beat Oregon in the season opener. Blount tirade continued as he tried to jump in the stands and tried to fight the Boise State fans.
Now Chip Kelly has changed his mind. How can the Pac 10 allow Blount to be reinstated? He has absolutely ZERO class for sucker punching Hout and even worse, he is trying to beat up the average 165 pound Boise State fans in the crowd!
The NCAA has done an absolutely terrible job this year in disciplining athletes. You mean to tell me it’s ok to punch someone after a game and be able to play again in that same year? It’s ok to try and gouge the eyes out of another player? But Dez Bryant gets suspended for the rest of the season for lying to a group of people about a rule that wasn’t even broken? Are you kidding me? What kind of example are we setting for kids out there? It’s ok to be a thug , but the good guy will never get to play college football again at OSU.
This is Kelly’s first season as Oregon head coach, and he needed to put his foot down and say this will not be tolerated at the University of Oregon. Instead, he is turning into another Urban Meyer and would rather win football games than doing the right thing! Kelly will lose respect because of the decision to bring back Blount.
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2009 Duncan Football Schedule
Duncan Demons
2009 5A Boys Football : (8-2)
Head Coach: Jim Holloway
9/4/2009 7:30 PM
Home Seminole (4A) #11 40-2W
9/11/2009 7:30 PM
Away Ardmore (5A) #10 26-7W
9/18/2009 7:30 PM
Home Carl Albert (5A) #2 6-38L
9/25/2009 7:30 PM
Away Chickasha (5A) ** #19 37-14W
10/2/2009 7:30 PM
Home Altus (5A) ** #14 14-13W
10/9/2009 7:30 PM
Away Deer Creek (5A) ** #13 13-10W
10/15/2009 7:30 PM
Home Macarthur (5A) ** #9 35-34W
10/23/2009 7:30 PM
Away Northwest Classen (5A) ** 41-13W
10/30/2009 7:30 PM
Home Western Heights (5A) ** 40-14W
11/6/2009 7:30 PM
Away El Reno (5A) ** #2 7-14L
** - Indicates District Game
2009 5A Boys Football : (8-2)
Head Coach: Jim Holloway
9/4/2009 7:30 PM
Home Seminole (4A) #11 40-2W
9/11/2009 7:30 PM
Away Ardmore (5A) #10 26-7W
9/18/2009 7:30 PM
Home Carl Albert (5A) #2 6-38L
9/25/2009 7:30 PM
Away Chickasha (5A) ** #19 37-14W
10/2/2009 7:30 PM
Home Altus (5A) ** #14 14-13W
10/9/2009 7:30 PM
Away Deer Creek (5A) ** #13 13-10W
10/15/2009 7:30 PM
Home Macarthur (5A) ** #9 35-34W
10/23/2009 7:30 PM
Away Northwest Classen (5A) ** 41-13W
10/30/2009 7:30 PM
Home Western Heights (5A) ** 40-14W
11/6/2009 7:30 PM
Away El Reno (5A) ** #2 7-14L
** - Indicates District Game
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Class B picks
Can the Garber Wolverines be taken down? Nope.
Last year B1 dominated by making the semi's and once again will dominate the state title game with Garber getting their second win over Canton this season.
Ryan makes the semi's as does Davenport.
First round wins go to: Garber, Gans, Davenport, Laverne, Ryan, Depew, Porter, and Canton.
Last year B1 dominated by making the semi's and once again will dominate the state title game with Garber getting their second win over Canton this season.
Ryan makes the semi's as does Davenport.
First round wins go to: Garber, Gans, Davenport, Laverne, Ryan, Depew, Porter, and Canton.
Class A picks
From Day 1 I have had the Tonkawa Bucs on top of Class A and while I am staying with that pick, Class A is going to be fun come weeks 13, 14, and 15.
Dangerous teams: Hennessey, Ringling, Watonga, Cashion, and Talihina
Big Upset Alert: Salinia vs Hominy - Hominy may sneak up and take down the district champions.
How about this in Week 13 on the top half of the bracket: Hennessey vs Talihina and Ringling vs Tonkawa. Great Nikes!
Pawnee may make some noise with a win over Afton and Stroud, but I like Cashion regardless who they play and make the semi's. Central Sallisaw and OK Bible appear to be a quarterfinal game.
Bottom half of the bracket is open, but will be up against a tall challenge in the state championship game.
Dangerous teams: Hennessey, Ringling, Watonga, Cashion, and Talihina
Big Upset Alert: Salinia vs Hominy - Hominy may sneak up and take down the district champions.
How about this in Week 13 on the top half of the bracket: Hennessey vs Talihina and Ringling vs Tonkawa. Great Nikes!
Pawnee may make some noise with a win over Afton and Stroud, but I like Cashion regardless who they play and make the semi's. Central Sallisaw and OK Bible appear to be a quarterfinal game.
Bottom half of the bracket is open, but will be up against a tall challenge in the state championship game.
Class 2A Picks
Okay, is anyone with me when I say I would be shocked if someone on the top half of the Class 2A bracket does not win the state championship.
Heritage Hall, Davis, or Lincoln Christian are the top of the bracket teams. The bottom half will compete with Chandler, Millwood, Kingfisher, and Seq. Tahlequah.
Upset alert: Prague on the road at Stigler, John Marshall over Little Axe (not really an upset though in my humble opinion).
I dont see a repeat performance for the HH Chargers this season. My pick going into the play-offs is the Davis Wolves.
Heritage Hall vs Davis and Millwood vs Seq. Tahlequah in the semi's and Davis over Seq. Tahl. for the 2A title.
Heritage Hall, Davis, or Lincoln Christian are the top of the bracket teams. The bottom half will compete with Chandler, Millwood, Kingfisher, and Seq. Tahlequah.
Upset alert: Prague on the road at Stigler, John Marshall over Little Axe (not really an upset though in my humble opinion).
I dont see a repeat performance for the HH Chargers this season. My pick going into the play-offs is the Davis Wolves.
Heritage Hall vs Davis and Millwood vs Seq. Tahlequah in the semi's and Davis over Seq. Tahl. for the 2A title.
Class 3A picks
Anytime you have Tuttle, Seq. Claremore, and Cascia Hall on one side of the bracket and on the other side you have Madill, Metro Christian, and Clinton then you have a great 4-week span coming up.
Tuttle, Cascia Hall, Madill, Berryhill, Metro Christian, and Clinton are the favorites and see having an easier time getting wins.
Seq. Claremore goes on the Roland and gets a victory over Roland.
A great first round game is Elgin going on the road to Purcell. Elgin is 8-2 and Purcell is 8-2. Purcell has the home field advantage, but I am going with the Owls to pull off the win.
My crystal ball has Madill in the finals against Tuttle. I know, going against Cascia Hall does not make any sense, but Tuttle-Madill final with the Tigers winning the 3A Gold Ball.
Tuttle, Cascia Hall, Madill, Berryhill, Metro Christian, and Clinton are the favorites and see having an easier time getting wins.
Seq. Claremore goes on the Roland and gets a victory over Roland.
A great first round game is Elgin going on the road to Purcell. Elgin is 8-2 and Purcell is 8-2. Purcell has the home field advantage, but I am going with the Owls to pull off the win.
My crystal ball has Madill in the finals against Tuttle. I know, going against Cascia Hall does not make any sense, but Tuttle-Madill final with the Tigers winning the 3A Gold Ball.
Class 4A picks
Wow, did not see Glenpool going down to Star in the district game, but they may have woken the giant up. I picked the Warriors to win after they won it all last December and I am not changing my mind now.
How about Weatherford and their dream season? If they are going to go 14-0 they will earn it with possible match-ups with Broken Bow and Glenpool before the title game.
Weatherford, Broken Bow, Glenpool, Star Spencer, Sallisaw, and Bishop McGuinness rock and roll in the first round of a very top heavy Class 4A.
Jay vs Wagoner could be interesting, but got to go with Jay as well as Oologah over Poteau.
It appears the West have the top teams to win it all, and perhaps the only chance for the East is with Broken Bow, or Sallisaw. How about a possible McGuinnes-Sallisaw match-up and a Weatherford-Broken Bow meeting?
How about Weatherford and their dream season? If they are going to go 14-0 they will earn it with possible match-ups with Broken Bow and Glenpool before the title game.
Weatherford, Broken Bow, Glenpool, Star Spencer, Sallisaw, and Bishop McGuinness rock and roll in the first round of a very top heavy Class 4A.
Jay vs Wagoner could be interesting, but got to go with Jay as well as Oologah over Poteau.
It appears the West have the top teams to win it all, and perhaps the only chance for the East is with Broken Bow, or Sallisaw. How about a possible McGuinnes-Sallisaw match-up and a Weatherford-Broken Bow meeting?
Class 5A picks
This may be the best class to watch as there are some great match-ups in the first round and then it only gets better from there on out. As we get started, my pick to win the gold ball are the Carl Albert Titans. I believe Tre Porter will have more touches and JT Realmuto is a winner at no matter what he does.
McAlester, Bishop Kelley, Carl Albert, Shawnee, and East Central should have easy wins to kick start their play-off run.
El Reno, who are coming off a state semi-final run a season ago, will get a win over Ardmore, but this game may be closer then what people may think. Again, El Reno gets the win.
The one minor upset of happening could be Tulsa Central going to Bixby. Anytime you have the highest recruited player in the state, you have a chance. The Bixby offense sputtered last week against Booker T., but their defense will give them the best shot at winning and I think they do get the win.
Bixby did a good enough job against Eric Bennett and the Hornets to win, but could not get any offensive help.
The most even match-up game in 5A will be Duncan and Guthrie. Both teams have lost to El Reno and Carl Albert this season. It will be a great showdown between the running game of Duncan and the Guthrie defensive front seven.
Can Duncan control Kentrell Brothers? Can Guthrie contain the line of scrimmage and be able to run against the much bigger Duncan front line. Jays have struggled this year when they have not been able to run the ball.
In the end, it comes down to defense and I want to say the Jays may have the advantage in that aspect. However, Duncan can control the game with their running game.
I will stay away from a pick on this game, but invite you to listen to the broadcast on GuthrieSportsPage.com.
McAlester, Bishop Kelley, Carl Albert, Shawnee, and East Central should have easy wins to kick start their play-off run.
El Reno, who are coming off a state semi-final run a season ago, will get a win over Ardmore, but this game may be closer then what people may think. Again, El Reno gets the win.
The one minor upset of happening could be Tulsa Central going to Bixby. Anytime you have the highest recruited player in the state, you have a chance. The Bixby offense sputtered last week against Booker T., but their defense will give them the best shot at winning and I think they do get the win.
Bixby did a good enough job against Eric Bennett and the Hornets to win, but could not get any offensive help.
The most even match-up game in 5A will be Duncan and Guthrie. Both teams have lost to El Reno and Carl Albert this season. It will be a great showdown between the running game of Duncan and the Guthrie defensive front seven.
Can Duncan control Kentrell Brothers? Can Guthrie contain the line of scrimmage and be able to run against the much bigger Duncan front line. Jays have struggled this year when they have not been able to run the ball.
In the end, it comes down to defense and I want to say the Jays may have the advantage in that aspect. However, Duncan can control the game with their running game.
I will stay away from a pick on this game, but invite you to listen to the broadcast on GuthrieSportsPage.com.
Class 6A Upset Alerts
I am not sure I can call this an upset, but I see Bartlesville traveling to Owasso and picking up a hard fought win. The Bruins have beaten everyone in front of them except two of the three elite teams in the East and the offense has put up numbers all season long. Owasso's best chance is running the ball right at the Bruins, who have struggled in stopping the run this season.
After starting the season 1-2, Midwest City has reeled off seven straight convincing wins in a district that was down in 6A-2, but Putnam North will be a quality opponent for the Bombers. Putnam North's best win was in Week 5 with a win over Southmoore, but since then are 3-2. Perhaps, the most intriguing opening game in 6A, but will go with Midwest City in this one.
Lawton needs to be on upset alert as well with the Edmond North Huskies coming to town. North's left handed quarterback, Tyler Townsend, is a week healthier. 6A-1 was the district this year in the state, but Edmond North has the best shot at taking down a 6A-1 team. Lawton fans are wanting a team to go deep this year and this Lawton has the best chance of making the most noise.
Mustang should be okay after the setback to Southmoore. Edmond Memorial did a great job of moving Kameron Doolittle to the quarterback spot, but to many weapons on the offensive side for the Broncos and sets up a Jenks-Mustang game in Tulsa.
Southmoore, Jenks, Broken Arrow, and Tulsa Union are expected and will have convincing first round wins.
Congrats to Yukon for making the play-offs for the first time since 1998.
After starting the season 1-2, Midwest City has reeled off seven straight convincing wins in a district that was down in 6A-2, but Putnam North will be a quality opponent for the Bombers. Putnam North's best win was in Week 5 with a win over Southmoore, but since then are 3-2. Perhaps, the most intriguing opening game in 6A, but will go with Midwest City in this one.
Lawton needs to be on upset alert as well with the Edmond North Huskies coming to town. North's left handed quarterback, Tyler Townsend, is a week healthier. 6A-1 was the district this year in the state, but Edmond North has the best shot at taking down a 6A-1 team. Lawton fans are wanting a team to go deep this year and this Lawton has the best chance of making the most noise.
Mustang should be okay after the setback to Southmoore. Edmond Memorial did a great job of moving Kameron Doolittle to the quarterback spot, but to many weapons on the offensive side for the Broncos and sets up a Jenks-Mustang game in Tulsa.
Southmoore, Jenks, Broken Arrow, and Tulsa Union are expected and will have convincing first round wins.
Congrats to Yukon for making the play-offs for the first time since 1998.
Class C play-off games
Thackerville at Shattuck
DC-Lamont at Midway
Claremore Chr at Timberlake
Boise City at Tipton
Waynoka at Temple
Sasakwa at Seiling
Covington-Douglas at Maud
Victory Life at Forgan
DC-Lamont at Midway
Claremore Chr at Timberlake
Boise City at Tipton
Waynoka at Temple
Sasakwa at Seiling
Covington-Douglas at Maud
Victory Life at Forgan
Class B play-off games
Allen at Garber
Kiefer at Gans
Copan at Davenport
Laverne at Caddo
Pond Creek-Hunter at Ryan
Oaks at Depew
Weleetka at Porter
Alex at Canton
Kiefer at Gans
Copan at Davenport
Laverne at Caddo
Pond Creek-Hunter at Ryan
Oaks at Depew
Weleetka at Porter
Alex at Canton
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