Guest DT Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 Feeling a bit nostalgic this morning I remember very clearly the first time I came in contact with the Gridiron Digest. It was the spring of 2004. I was in my office at Galyans in Plainfield as we were in the process of being bought out by rival Dicks Sporting Goods. I was on the transition team, and we had a lot of time on our hands so I stumbled upon the GID as I was surfing the web. Hard to believe 15 years have gone by. We've all changed. I immediately entered the Holy War against the PP Horde, taking an aggressive position against Catholic high school football hegemony in Indiana, and especially in Indianapolis. Growing up in The Region of Northwest Indiana, Andrean and Bishop Noll were never considered a threat to the powers of the Duneland Conference, and a mere nuisance to the better schools in the Lake Suburban, including my beloved alma mater, Highland High School. Noll did have some solid teams in the late 70s, but we handled them . I have no doubt that the loud chatter we created on The GID during that glorious period (2004-2007) helped to raise awareness of the gross competitive imbalance between PP and public schools, and lead indirectly to the formation of the Success Factor, which I have always just considered to be a politically motivated and watered down version of The Multiplier. Here we are now in 2019, and a new breed of posters /forum members are driving the new and hopefully improved GID. Its also time for some sharp young posters to step up and drive forum discussion with relevant topics and content that is important to your demographic. The GID server crash opens the door to a new beginning, and also some endings. Semi retirement looms soon on the horizon, and I gaze with wandering eyes westward, and a new beginning in Arizona. I will always follow high school football, and will remain a minor contributor here as topics catch my attention. I have thoroughly enjoyed the banter between us over the years. Its been great fun. With regards to the contraction issue, I feel strongly that we are entering into a period where admins will pull the plug on high school football programs across the nation, citing issues such as lack of competitiveness, low participation, high operating costs, and serious injury ramifications. The trend has already started, as several Indiana programs have already closed their doors, and many others are on the brink. Id like to see Indiana settle in around 280 football playing schools. This will improve the overall competitive profile across the state, and eliminate programs that cannot or will not compete. All the best in 2019 to all the forum members, and hope to meet up in a GID thread again soon DT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muda69 Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 Don't go DT! This forum desperately needs individuals like yourself who are not afraid to express non-popular opinions and ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irishman Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 Best of luck on your move and your new adventures DT. We certainly have gone round and round ourselves over the years, but one thing that is undeniable; you generate a lot of conversation here. Looking forward to hearing how things are going for you in the Southwest. A HS friend of mine moved there recently, taking the job of director of rec sports at U of A and absolutely loves it down there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Nowlin Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 Do not forget your Sun Tan lotion!!! Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWFan Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 Even if you step into the shadows as a minor contributor I'm sure what comments you have will generate plenty of action. While I never have been involved in those discussion they have always made great reading material. Best of luck. Arizona is fantastic. Own a pool!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WCGrad92 Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 Best of Luck to you DT on your new adventure in life. I wish you well, though I may not have always agreed with your opinion, I did respect it. I look forward to seeing you lurk in on some topics in the future. Coach Outland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
US31 Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 As I was about to click the "like" button on DT's post, I noticed the new options....The "Social Finger"/sit and spin is a nice addition....Not so sure about the Suicide emoji 😬 yikes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NRRaider2001 Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 don't agree a whole lot with a lot of your stuff, but you do throw a lot of stuff at the wall that generates discussion. Enjoy Arizona, love the state, especially up by the Utah border. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miner_Pride Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 Definitely will miss you and your conversation and topics DT... Wish you the best on your future plans and westward travels! Thanks for all your input over all these years. Dan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnathanspencer Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 Still miss Coach Junction Boy! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titan32 Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 I have thoroughly enjoyed your posts....best wishes in the future! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobref Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 Are you designating a successor as the unofficial agent provocateur of the GID? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DT Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, Bobref said: Are you designating a successor as the unofficial agent provocateur of the GID? Those shoes are impossible to fill Bobref. 😉 The bench is lean here on The GID. Edited January 25, 2019 by DT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobref Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 49 minutes ago, DT said: Those shoes are impossible to fill Bobref. 😉 The bench is lean here on The GID. Good luck, my friend. You’re not half bad ... for a Highland guy.😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DT Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 On 1/25/2019 at 12:26 PM, Bobref said: Good luck, my friend. You’re not half bad ... for a Highland guy.😀 A lot of my old high school buddies are now living in Munster. I guess Highland isn't quite good enough any more. LOL. We had a good run against the Mustangs during my high school years. My freshman year, Highland beat Munster for the first time 7-0 at Munster. I remember being at the game and it was a huge event. Munster walloped us 48-0 in '76 , my sophomore year. We went back to Munster in 77' and controlled the game, but gave it away late and lost 9-7. I remember Dave Such and Dennis Flynn playing big roles on those teams, as did QB Artie Qquijah (spelling??) In '78, the Mustangs (5-1) rolled into Highland (6-0) and we drubbed them 22-0 on our way to a 10-0 season and Lake Suburban Conference championship. Yours truly had a TD on a jump pass across the middle from 10 yards out and a 2PT conversion on a TE screen pass that night for the Trojan offense . Caught 5 passes in the game, best night of my career. I remember clearly the fourth quarter of the that game. We had the outcome well in hand, and our offensive line was just teeing off on the Munster linebackers and secondary. Lots of pancakes, double teams and unnecessary downfield blocks in those last 12 minutes. Great memories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonecrusher Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 Make sure to visit every now & then. I've been in Texas for almost 13 years, and I'm really glad I stumbled across this forum and can use it as a way to keep up with the goings on in Indiana football. It's another small reminder of home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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