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So let's take a further examination at this ... Just did some digging ... From what I'm hearing, Wabash is playing better the last few weeks of the season and finished 5th in the TRC. Wabash has a solid defense. Pretty strong up front and have speed on the edges. Not a sissy defense and yards may be hard to get if LaVille's offense is too predictable. Wabash will look to spread LaVille's defense out. They have a pretty solid OL and some skilled players. If Wabash can catch LaVille napping on 'D' they could get in the end zone. Last week, the Kelscheimer young man rushed for over 200 yards against Whitko has 988 yards and 11 trips to the end zone on the year according to Maxpreps. QB Payton Sodervick has thrown for 996 yards this season and 9 TDs against 6 picks, according to Maxpreps. WR Bryant Boggs has almost 700 yards receiving and 8 scores. Wabash is 1-3 against teams with a winning record ... lost to 9-0 southwood, beat 5-4 Alexandria by 2 points, got beat by 5-4 Northfield, and beat by 7-2 Maconaquah. LaVille is 1-2 against teams with a winning record ... beat Culver Community 13-8 last week, lost 36-14 to Pioneer with four chances to score, had a turnover at the goal line and lost the ball on downs three other times, lost to 13-3, and flat struggled to move the ball. LaVille wants to run the ball .... have a variety of backs, but tends to be too predictable. Doyle is a capable QB. Has 6 TD passes and 5 INTs according to Max. He has been seen trying to force the ball at times, but give the kid his dues, he is NOT afraid to run the ball and not afraid to run somebody over. According to Maxpreps, Watts is the workhorse with almost 100 carries, about 650 yards and 8 TDs. Dill, Pope, and Doyle are the other backfield threats according to Maxpreps with the next highest yardage totals. Looks like Doyle's go-to man is Dill with over 20 catches and 3 scores. Both teams have speed and big-play guys if somebody doesn't pay attention. Wabash has scored 77 points in the last three games, while LaVille has scored 54. Dr. John Harrell says LaVille 35, Wabash 14. Wabash is 4-0 when they score 20 points. LaVille is 4-0 when they score 27 points, but have won three straight because of its defense. I just think LaVille has a few more weapons and a better 'D' overall. Gut says low-scoring game, but ..... as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

Appreciate the voting opportunity. Thanks for all you guys do here at THE Gridiron Digest! as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

Just curious ... Which team has a better strength of schedule? Which team is the healthiest? as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

FYI .... Maybe this is already out, but IHSAAtv planning to broadcast Pioneer-Cass game Friday. as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

I'm in! as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

@Muda69 I was just surfing and found a link with information - tidbits of winning and losing. I still stand beside you and the incorrect insinuation your thread was made to openly mock high school football programs. Paul Condry and Matt Kopsea are supposedly two revered Indiana sports writers. Heck, Paul Condry puts together Indiana Football Digest. Below are just a few stats brought up by Condry and Kopsea in a story sponsored by the Indianapolis Colts. ***** UPS AND DOWNS Here is the last time these teams were 8-0. South Adams (1993), Valparaiso (2010), East Central (2011), Boone Grove (first time), Avon (1995), Eastern (Greentown) (1974), New Palestine (2018), Brownstown Central (2014), Lafayette Jeff (2017), East Noble (2004), West Noble (1981), New Prairie (2013), West Washington (2016), Heritage Hills (2018), Homestead (2012), Southwood (2018), Traders Point Christian (7-0-2018), Indianapolis Lutheran (7-0-first time), Indianapolis Tindley (7-0-first time). Here is the last time these teams were 0-8. Jay County (1991), Washington (2014), Elwood (2018), Madison Grant (2017), Connersville (2018), Northwestern (2018), Benton Central (2018), Shelbyville (1993), Caston (2018), Monrovia (2005), Eastern (Pekin) (2014), Perry Meridian (2009), South Newton (2018), Muncie Central (2010), Bellmont (2018), South Bend Saint Joseph (first time), South Bend Adams (2006), Munster (first time), Pike Central (2010), Crawfordsville (2018), Frankfort (2018), Evansville Harrison (2009), Eastern Greene (2006), Fort Wayne Wayne (2015), Whitko (2017), Fountain Central (first time), Gary Roosevelt (2013), Hammond (0-7-2018), Indianapolis Shortridge (0-7-first time). Indiana Football Digest Insider - 2019 Week Eight Paul Condry and Matt Kopsea PAUL CONDRY AND MATT KOPSEA JERRY SCHULTHEISS HOT OFF THE PRESS Crawford County cancelled its contest with North Harrison because of a shortage of players in practice. Dugger-Union has cancelled its remaining games because of injuries and a short of players. Indianapolis Shortridge informed the IHSAA they would not be participating in the upcoming state football tournament. Brownsburg’s John Hart earned his 300th career with the Bulldogs’ 27-7 decision over Noblesville. Edinburgh snapped its 25-game regular season losing streak with a 37-6 decision over Rock Creek Academy. Eastern (Greentown) ended Sheridan’s 22-game Hoosier Heartland Conference winning streak with 31-6 triumph. The Comets claimed their first conference title since 1984 and are 8-0 for the first time since 1974. Kankakee Valley saw its 22-game Northwest Crossroads Conference losing streak come to an end 33-30 win over Highland. Warren Central’s 28-0 loss to Carmel was the first time the Warriors have been blanked since the 1999 campaign. For information on the 47th annual IHSAA state football tournament, go to www.ihsaa.org NEW FACES IN NEW PLACES These coaches earned their first victory with their new team. Tyler DeSpain – Edinburgh (37-6 over Rock Creek Academy), Adam Musielak – Griffith (34-6 over Whiting) UPS AND DOWNS Here is the last time these teams were 8-0. South Adams (1993), Valparaiso (2010), East Central (2011), Boone Grove (first time), Avon (1995), Eastern (Greentown) (1974), New Palestine (2018), Brownstown Central (2014), Lafayette Jeff (2017), East Noble (2004), West Noble (1981), New Prairie (2013), West Washington (2016), Heritage Hills (2018), Homestead (2012), Southwood (2018), Traders Point Christian (7-0-2018), Indianapolis Lutheran (7-0-first time), Indianapolis Tindley (7-0-first time). Here is the last time these teams were 0-8. Jay County (1991), Washington (2014), Elwood (2018), Madison Grant (2017), Connersville (2018), Northwestern (2018), Benton Central (2018), Shelbyville (1993), Caston (2018), Monrovia (2005), Eastern (Pekin) (2014), Perry Meridian (2009), South Newton (2018), Muncie Central (2010), Bellmont (2018), South Bend Saint Joseph (first time), South Bend Adams (2006), Munster (first time), Pike Central (2010), Crawfordsville (2018), Frankfort (2018), Evansville Harrison (2009), Eastern Greene (2006), Fort Wayne Wayne (2015), Whitko (2017), Fountain Central (first time), Gary Roosevelt (2013), Hammond (0-7-2018), Indianapolis Shortridge (0-7-first time). LONGEST WINNING STREAKS New Palestine has earned 22 consecutive victories. LONGEST CURRENT LOSING STREAKS Hammond Bishop Noll has a 36-game losing streak. South Newton has a 30-game losing skid. Caston is in the midst of a 27-game losing streak. Connersville has a 22-game losing streak. Hammond has lost 20 straight games. Frankfort, Elwood, and Benton Central have dropped 19 games in a row. Evansville Harrison, Pike Central, and Washington have lost 14 games in a row. Shelbyville and Muncie Central have dropped 13 straight contests. Perry Meridian has a 12-game losing streak. Fountain Central and Whitko have suffered 11 consecutive losses. Eastern (Pekin) and South Bend Adams have lost 10 in a row. Jay County, Northwestern, Monrovia, South Bend Saint Joseph, Munster, Crawfordsville, Eastern Greene, Gary Roosevelt, and Indianapolis Shortridge all have a nine-game losing streak. CONSECUTIVE REGULAR SEASON WINS New Palestine 62, Southwood 22, Heritage Hills 19, Lafayette Jeff 16, Valparaiso 15, East Noble 15, East Central 14, Homestead 12, Boone Grove 11, Brownstown Central 11, South Adams 10, New Prairie 10, West Noble 10, Indianapolis Lutheran 10, Eastern (Greentown) 9. CONSECUTIVE REGULAR SEASON LOSSES South Newton 27, Caston 25, Bellmont 21, Connersville 20, Hammond 18, Benton Central 17, Elwood 17, Frankfort 17, Evansville Harrison 13, Pike Central 13, Washington 13, Shelbyville 12, Muncie Central 12, Perry Meridian 11, Monrovia 11, Whitko 10, Fountain Central 10, Eastern Greene 10, Eastern (Pekin) 9, South Bend Adams 9, Gary Roosevelt 9. CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS These teams have either clinched a tie or won their title outright. Allen County: South Adams; Central Indiana: Eastbrook; Circle City: Indianapolis Bishop Chatard; Duneland: Valparaiso; Eastern Indiana (4A): East Central; Eastern Indiana (3A); Lawrenceburg; Great Lakes: Hammond Morton; Hoosier Crossroads: Avon; Hoosier Heartland: Eastern (Greentown); Hoosier Heritage: New Palestine; Hoosier Hills: Columbus East; Hoosier North: Pioneer; Indiana Crossroads: Indianapolis Lutheran; Metropolitan: North Central (Indianapolis); Mid-Eastern: Eastern Hancock; Mid-Indiana Football: North Decatur; Mid-Southern: Brownstown Central; Mid-State: Decatur Central; Midwest: North Newton; Northeast 8: East Noble; Northeast Corner (Small): Eastside; Northeast Corner (Big): West Noble; Northern Lakes: Plymouth; Northwest Crossroads: Hobart; Patoka Lake: West Washington; Pocket: Heritage Hills ; Sagamore; Western Boone; Southwest: North Knox; Summit: Homestead; Three Rivers: Southwood; Wabash River; North Vermillion. as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

North White Lake Station North Newton Fremont - unless they are 9n fall break, frontier better leave at about noon

Just curious .... I know several folks from Caston and appreciate each of them for the position they hold and the job they do. Some fine, fine folks at Caston! As for picking Soccer or Football, that's up to the those higher on the food chain. I know that Caston won the HNAC Boys Soccer Championship this season. Not that that matters at all. Just saying. as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

I relaize that it very hard to read into words and meanings on a text, email, etc. I just do not believe that Muda meant any negative tones in his given threat. Muda did not point out any single kid or coach as the fault of a given team not winning a game so far this season. Muda was merely pointing out a piece of information that crosses people's minds during any athletic season. It does not have to be football .... it can be any athletic team that plays another opponent where we have a winner and a loser. Fans talk about records, the media talks about wins and losses, and, please don't tell me that ball players have never mentioned that the team they are about to play is Oh and whatever or haven't won a game yet, or whatever. That is just not realistic! I may be out on this limb by myself, but I did not take Muda thread as disrespectful or intentionally negative. If I fall, I fall .... as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

Just asking .... Are there any folks "in the know" . . . . Does Caston have a desire to return to the Midwest Conference? I am hearing that there are a couple other schools that have an interest in joining the HNAC. Doesn't make them true. Still rumblings .... as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

Ok All, Time To Let Us Know Who You Predict Will Land In The North Semi-State Round Of Each Class? Bottom Line Here Is: Who Da Best For The Chance To Play In Indy Thanksgiving Weekend! 6A 5A 4A 3A 2A 1A as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

Where Has This Season Gone? Here We Are At Week #9 Triton at Winamac, along with Culver at LaVille are intriguing to me this week. What say you? Friday, Oct. 18 Culver at LaVille ©, 7 pm Knox at Caston ©, 7:30 pm North Judson at Pioneer ©, 7:30 pm Triton at Winamac ©, 7 pm

Great reminder, Coach Nowlin! C'mon folks, the GID could use a few more supporters. Click the link and help keep our open format able to pay the bills. as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

When you ask the tough question . . . what is the real issue? Why are students opting to transfer to other schools? They are going north, south, east, and west. Is the bottom line open enrollment? as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

This young lady and her family, the coach that has these allegations against him and his family, the school administration and the Tri-West Community as a whole, needs our prayers right now. Truth always wins! Prayers to all .... as always, the game is better from_the sidelines007

In a world that spends more time reporting the bad things, it is great to see human interest stories for the good of the cause! What a great gesture by both Caston and Culver. And to see the Culver players right there running along side this young man . . . now that's sportsmanship! Life is about more than just sports, but sports can certainly play a huge role in molding a life. Congratulations to Hunter, Caston, and Culver! Job well done, men! as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

Unless there is something we don't know about. . . In this case, Admin has overstepped boundary here. You hired a coach to do a job. Let the coach do his job! It is up to the coach to manage the game. The score falls under game managment. Sounds like coach was managing the game and got his hands tied. IMO, an administration that is trying to micromanage. as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

Hold on for a minute Guru and Curtain . . . . TurfToe thinks there is too much HNAC on this thread, like the HNAC thinks they are relevant. Maybe we ought to take our ball and go home! After all, he can't wait for Mishawaka to join the NLC for some good natured bantering. On the other hand, the last time I checked the HNAC thread had far more views than the NIC thread for Week #7. Not sure what TurfToe means by relevant.?! I think the HNAC thread is extremely relevant. Discussion, banter, digs, proud supporter's of their respective team(s). In this case, it so happened that Glenn (NIC) was playing LaVille (HNAC) this particular week. Both threads alive and well! as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

Culver at Caston = Cavs by more than I can count on my fingers and toes. Knox at Pioneer = Have watched Knox and Pioneer .... Gut says this is gonna be a good football game. The champ is the champ until proven otherwise. Going with Pioneer. LaVille at Glenn This is a big game for both LaVille and Glenn. Who has the horses? Who can stick 'em on 'D'? LaVille's defense is solid. The offense has been inconsistent in big games. Just not sure how effective Glenn's offense will be. Glenn has been winning a lot at home against LaVille in recent history. Gut says LaVille in a close one. North Judson at Triton This one has gone back and forth the last several times they crossed paths. Going with NJSP by a TD. Winamac at West Central Warriors might be on the down side now, but the puppies gonna bite on this night. Winamac as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

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Frontier North Newton North White Winamac

So if we are letting the BOYS settle the game on the field, let's take a look at some items in the Glenn-LaVille series over the last 15 or so years .Glenn leads 14-4 since Brian Glesing was coach Glenn is 7-1 during that time at JGHS. Glenn has allowed LaVille just one score seven times. Glenn has also 3 shutouts during that time. Coach H is 3-3 during his tenure against his alma mater. IMO, LaVille wins this by 10. I'll go with: Marian Central Mishawaka New Prairie - just a gut feeling Benton Harbor Jimmies Washington as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

We got spirit yes we do .... we got spirit how 'bout you? Seems there are personal citations here that go down to the roots. We talking HNAC Week 7 or about this happened and I know who you are and all the coaches share a code name on this chat. Pardon us while we reach for a program and history book to attempt at a GID education. If you followed that, jump in line for a diploma signed by Coach Nowlin, notarized by WCGrad92 and authorized by the GID board. as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

How do you get a community score of (minus) 25? as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007

Smell me some pot stirring right here! as always, the game is better from_the_sidelines007