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@temptation and @Muda69 I merged your topics since they were done within minutes of each other. Thanks for starting one for the new year/season.

He should have been playing on Sunday. The good news is that I hear he's doing well now.

Time will tell. The northeast edge of Fort Wayne and southwest edge of Toledo are separated by an hour. I think rivalries between the two cities could become fierce. Plenty of interesting matchups with other Indiana schools loom as well.

I would think the SAC could tap into some Ohio teams for games; Toledo, Columbus area or even Dayton & Akron/Cleveland area.

Format has been approved by the sac and will take place begining 2023

I think the reality is IF the Bears actually move to Arlington Heights that it won't be for a very long time. I don't think this is a 3-5 year window; moreso a 7-10 year window if it actually happens. Not sure what amount an owner has to contribut to the building of a new stadium; however there is speculation the McCaskey's couldn't even foot that bill.

ahh the thoughts... I am positive Kip woulda been a tough kid in Football... just as I'm sure Joey Hart could be... and many others vice versa in any of the sports. I understand why but we can always speculate!!

I have a lot more faith in the business sense of the Pakistani immigrant behind the counter of the 7-Eleven down the street.

Had to know it was coming. Some interesting storylines entering next fall. 1. Can anyone outside of the SEC (plus OSU/Clemson) break through and win a national championship? 2. Does Cincinnati once again carry the torch for the group of 5 or does someone else emerge? 3. Playoff expansion? Where are we? Does Cincinnati's (and Michigan's for that matter) end it for the group of 5's chances? 4. Kelly at LSU, Riley at USC, Venables at USC, Freeman at ND are the four most intriguing coaching hires to me. How do they fare in year 1? 5. NIL/the transfer portal. So much to discuss in this ever evolving ordeal. A trio of publications have released their way too early top 25 rankings. Many familiar faces. https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-rankings-alabama-ohio-state-lead-way-too-early-top-25-ahead-of-2022-season/ https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/32999406/the-2022-way-too-early-college-football-top-25 https://www.sportingnews.com/us/ncaa-football/news/college-football-rankings-2022-alabama-georgia-ohio-state/1xwv347o8dach1qdlgvj0us3og

Good call

Ray Epps. People need to wake up.

I’ve self published over a dozen books and would be more than happy to help with this process if you’re interested!

A couple thoughts from the GCI... WRV- They have the pieces to be better than what they are. Max Hostetter is a good PG, but I would require him to create more scoring opportunities for himself. Sometimes it is like watching Walters and Franklin from Linton... very unselfish and seems to always be looking to involve his teammates. The problem is he doesn't have kids who can create their own scoring opportunities. Jared Franklin and Wade Hall can hit spot up shots, but neither have the athletic ability to create against good defenders. Imagine if Max required a player to cheat over to guard him... then those guys become effective shooters. Eli Crites seems to be in a time loop from his freshman year. He still is too weak with the ball. That was OK then... we saw the potential... I'm not sure a Senior gets that pass. Luke Hall looked solid in some spots. The basketball IQ is there... he still tends to be streaky as a shooter... and he needs to get bigger/stronger, but as a freshman... he has time to grow into that. I like the effort Fulford brings, but he is an energy/defense guy. English has moments, but he is just a Sophomore... if he could squeeze out a few more inches... his game becomes much tougher to defend. 5'10" physical scorers aren't nearly as effective as 6'3" players. If the new coach can work some magic... next year might be a .500 season with an opportunity to be in the mix come sectionals. North Central- I really like the Clark kid. He has thinned out a little and is crafty with the ball. He can also fill it up when he starts feeling it. Hadley looks slower than last year. He seemed to be standing around a lot and was not as effective as a scorer/passer. Ison has really improved... I could see him filling Clark's role next year. He could be a 15-20 ppg scorer next year. Jennings is getting minutes, but he needs to become more physical. His effort is also all over the place. A focus on getting stronger could turn him into a tough player. Vaughn still provides athletic play that borders chaos. When he is hitting shots and making plays, he is an X factor. The problem is when he isn't... expect fouls and turnovers. Shakamak- First... congrats to Coy Gilbert on reaching 1,000 points. I have been thoroughly impressed with how hard he plays. Next to Joey Hart and Logan Webb... he was probably the most effective scorer in the GCI. Oscar Pegg provides physical play at another guard spot. He bullied some kids in the GCI... he didn't have that luxury against Linton. Jernigan had some solid play from another guard spot. JT May was lights out in the 2nd half to get the Lakers past North Central, but he struggles to score on athletes with any length. He struggled against the Miners. Guyler Gorby came off the bench in all the games I watched. He looks uninterested in being out there. He has maybe the highest athletic ceiling on the team, yet doesn't get much out of it. Linton- 8 in a row... Most of the guys who played weren't even playing school basketball the last time the Miners lost a game in the GCI. Hart was on fire the first game... and didn't really slow down. After a week of physical games where every team tried to push him around to get him off his game... The teams at the GCI allowed him to get comfortable shooting 3 pointers. Then they would run out on him while he drove past them. Webb was a little off compared to the previous tournament, but he still scored around 20 ppg for the GCI. Smith and Walters made plays going to the rim. Frady scored around the basket, while Franklin made some nice defensive/hustle plays. It was good to see Jaxon Walker come of the bench as a reliable outside shooter. If he was a little more physical... and versatile on the offensive end... he could carve out some time. Ayden Riggleman came off the bench and scored some points, but his skill set doesn't seem to be translating to playing time. Hunter Gennicks has the athletic and defensive skill set to fight for some time, but he is behind as an offensive player.

This is another Rinse Repeat... last time it was Ernie Acorssi to help the clues one named George.......that led to Pace/Fox.....to Nagy...... Now Bill Polian.....who was best known for drafting Peyton Manning..... which got him in the HOF.... yea real reach there.... https://www.newyorkupstate.com/buffalo-bills/2017/02/former_bills_gm_bill_polian_says_chad_kelly_is_most_talented_qb_in_2017_nfl_draf.html Tom Brady doesn't come with Leftwhich..... as stated.... neither does Mahomes, Kelce, Hill with KC OC..... The franchise still has not recovered from firing Lovie Smith in 2012 after going 10-6...... His teams were disciplined, played hard, played their hearts out for the organization and he was PERFECT for Chicago ... but struggled to get the OC right, so Bears get what they deserve for not riding with Lovie At this point, they continue to be a business decision for this guy.... profited $200 this year somehow.....

You and Tuts should write a book about Liptons football. I swear to God you should.

Janese should have been Miss Basketball, but Pike got in the way in Sectional. I think that loss cost her the title. Janese is now coaching at Alabama.

Shhhhhh..... Those people and their followers don't like to be told, "We told you so all along!"

MD vs Reitz beat rivalry in area Central vs North schools just don’t like each other in all sports Harrison vs Bosse two evenly matched east side schools Memorial vs GS two teams that just win and the class of SW Indiana football Jasper vs Castle. Two big schools that can’t win when it matters VL Vs Boonville. Two schools going the same direction in a hurry.

Lol thats @Rudywebsite

Adam Berry Pioneer 73-8 with 4 rings in 6 years and 30 yrs old not on this list😳

Attended this clinic in 2018. Best clinic I've been to. Definitely worth the trip.

The Indiana officiating community lost a giant yesterday. Todd Clark, a Lafayette veterinarian and 40+ year football official, passed away unexpectedly. Aside from being a multiple state finals football official, Todd was a key member of the observer corps for the last several years, despite being confined to a wheelchair. Todd became well known briefly when he had a heart attack on the field and was successfully resuscitated by the athletic trainers on-site. He continued to officiate for years after his recovery. Todd was a great guy, a former IFOA board member, a valued member of the Western Indiana Officials Association, and a good friend of mine for 20+ years. He will be sorely missed.