SouthSideFootball57 Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 The way I see it, it’s Merrillville out of the north and either DC/Whiteland out of the south. Thoughts? Quote
scarab527 Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 I don't know if Merrillville is as much of a lock to come out of the North as others believe. Still think they're the favorites but they lost a lot of talent from their team from last year. They have a JV sectional but regionals and semistate won't be easy. Snider is definitely a possibility to be the North representative and FW North is the wildcard in the situation. Factor in Valpo, MC, and Mishawaka as potential dark horses. For the South, I think that DC is the favorite currently but I have heard they lost a good amount talent as well. I think that Harrison could easily be the team that gets to LOS. The sectional matchup between them and DC might decide who gets there. Castle and Evansville North are the potential sleepers I see down South. Overall though, I think that 5A South isn't nearly as deep as the North. I'll go out on a limb here and say that the North will take the 5A crown this year. 1 Quote
BTF Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 I think Merrillville will have their hands full in the North. Whoever makes it out of the Fort Wayne sectional will be a force to be reckoned with. Snider, Dwenger, and North Side will be battle tested all season long and ready for a deep post season run. Throw in Valpo, Michigan City, and Mishawaka and I find it comical that everyone is calling this the Merrillville show. Two great seasons doesn't always equate to a third. Quote
temptation Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 (edited) Will Merrillville be able to pull it off with the weight of the 12th man Cody on their backs? A tough ask… #BestInState #17D1Players Edited July 21, 2022 by temptation 2 Quote
scarab527 Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 4 minutes ago, temptation said: Will Merrillville be able to pull it off with the weight of the 12th man Cody on their backs? A tough ask… #BestInState #17D1Players You're ruthless Quote
BTF Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 2 minutes ago, scarab527 said: You're ruthless He's Temp. Quote
scarab527 Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 14 minutes ago, BTF said: I think Merrillville will have their hands full in the North. Whoever makes it out of the Fort Wayne sectional will be a force to be reckoned with. Snider, Dwenger, and North Side will be battle tested all season long and ready for a deep post season run. Throw in Valpo, Michigan City, and Mishawaka and I find it comical that everyone is calling this the Merrillville show. Two great seasons doesn't always equate to a third. In defense of those people, the Pirates have won 3 straight 6A regionals. I think it is fair to assume they'll be a force moving down to a class that is not nearly as good. But as I said, they are certainly not a lock, and from what I've been seeing, it seems like the Ville is getting a little cocky again, which hasn't done them any favors when push comes to shove these past two years... Quote
BTF Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 1 minute ago, scarab527 said: In defense of those people, the Pirates have won 3 straight 6A regionals. I think it is fair to assume they'll be a force moving down to a class that is not nearly as good. But as I said, they are certainly not a lock, and from what I've been seeing, it seems like the Ville is getting a little cocky again, which hasn't done them any favors when push comes to shove these past two years... They will be a force playing schools similar their size. Not a lock by a long shot. I think this forum has thrown Snider and Dwenger into the "chump" category. If opposing coaches are that dumb, it's game over. 1 Quote
temptation Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 8 minutes ago, scarab527 said: In defense of those people, the Pirates have won 3 straight 6A regionals. I think it is fair to assume they'll be a force moving down to a class that is not nearly as good. But as I said, they are certainly not a lock, and from what I've been seeing, it seems like the Ville is getting a little cocky again, which hasn't done them any favors when push comes to shove these past two years... Not saying you aren’t telling the truth but what evidence do you have of cockiness on Merrillville’s part? Coaches? Players? Fans? Quote
scarab527 Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 2 minutes ago, temptation said: Not saying you aren’t telling the truth but what evidence do you have of cockiness on Merrillville’s part? Coaches? Players? Fans? All of the above. Social Media. Quote
BTF Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 5 minutes ago, scarab527 said: All of the above. Social Media. I hope the Pirates are good. They are too good of a program historically to not have a state title to their credit. As long as it's not at the expense of a team from the SAC, I hope they get it done. Valpo is another good program that should have a better shot now that they are playing teams in their own weight class. Quote
scarab527 Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 13 minutes ago, BTF said: I hope the Pirates are good. They are too good of a program historically to not have a state title to their credit. As long as it's not at the expense of a team from the SAC, I hope they get it done. Valpo is another good program that should have a better shot now that they are playing teams in their own weight class. They won a state title during the cluster system in the 70s, but not since the current tournament format has been implemented. One of the few teams statewide with a state title but no semistates. Either way, I think a DAC or SAC team wins 5A this year. Quote
Irishman Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 2 minutes ago, scarab527 said: They won a state title during the cluster system in the 70s, but not since the current tournament format has been implemented. One of the few teams statewide with a state title but no semistates. Either way, I think a DAC or SAC team wins 5A this year. To clarify, the cluster system started in 1983. Prior to that, there was a point system to qualify.m 1 Quote
scarab527 Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 2 minutes ago, Irishman said: To clarify, the cluster system started in 1983. Prior to that, there was a point system to qualify.m The more you know. Always thought it was the cluster until 1985. Before my time. 1 Quote
BTF Posted July 21, 2022 Posted July 21, 2022 9 minutes ago, scarab527 said: They won a state title during the cluster system in the 70s, but not since the current tournament format has been implemented. One of the few teams statewide with a state title but no semistates. Either way, I think a DAC or SAC team wins 5A this year. Ring one up for the north? I could go for that. I just can't make an educated reply not knowing much about the south. Posters seem to be high on Whiteland and Decatur Central. Quote
psaboy Posted July 22, 2022 Posted July 22, 2022 7 hours ago, BTF said: I hope the Pirates are good. They are too good of a program historically to not have a state title to their credit. As long as it's not at the expense of a team from the SAC, I hope they get it done. Valpo is another good program that should have a better shot now that they are playing teams in their own weight class. Interesting side topic here here, who is best program to never win a title, would that be Merriiiville?? Quote
BTF Posted July 22, 2022 Posted July 22, 2022 58 minutes ago, psaboy said: Interesting side topic here here, who is best program to never win a title, would that be Merriiiville?? I was wrong. Merrillville beat Cathedral in 1976 for the state title. Valpo beat Carmel for the state title in 1975. Quote
Indiana Fan Posted July 22, 2022 Posted July 22, 2022 My 5A top 10 contenders: 1. Decatur Central 2. Merrillville 3. Snider 4. Dwenger 5. Harrison 6. Whiteland 7. Bloomington South 8. Valpo 9. Michigan City 10. New Albany 1 Quote
Frozen Tundra Posted July 22, 2022 Posted July 22, 2022 1 hour ago, Indiana Fan said: My 5A top 10 contenders: 1. Decatur Central 2. Merrillville 3. Snider 4. Dwenger 5. Harrison 6. Whiteland 7. Bloomington South 8. Valpo 9. Michigan City 10. New Albany You’ll want to take New Albany off this list. They lost a crap ton of seniors off last year’s team. Last year’s team was a once-in-a-generation team. Quote
Fkfootball Posted July 22, 2022 Posted July 22, 2022 2 hours ago, Indiana Fan said: My 5A top 10 contenders: 1. Decatur Central 2. Merrillville 3. Snider 4. Dwenger 5. Harrison 6. Whiteland 7. Bloomington South 8. Valpo 9. Michigan City 10. New Albany New Albany lost about 30 guys from probably the best Sr class theyve ever had. Quote
Guest Posted July 22, 2022 Posted July 22, 2022 (edited) 14 hours ago, BTF said: I was wrong. Merrillville beat Cathedral in 1976 for the state title. Valpo beat Carmel for the state title in 1975. Merrillville was heavily favored to repeat and win the 77 state title, but the Pirates were ambushed by an under the radar Portage team, losing 3-0 in the regional. It was a monumental upset, one you rarely see at the high school level. Merrillville had defeated Portage 34-7 during their undefeated regular season. That 77 Merrillville team was probably the best outfit to ever come out of The Region. Edited July 22, 2022 by DT Quote
Boilernation Posted July 22, 2022 Posted July 22, 2022 23 hours ago, scarab527 said: The more you know. Always thought it was the cluster until 1985. Before my time. That's scary. Who of significance are they actually returning other than Marshall? IMO, they lost way too much talent from last year to be thinking a step down to 5A will open the gates for them. Granted, they basically get a bye through Sectionals, but isn't it too premature to be thinking State Finals or bust? 5A North looks wide open to me and should be highly entertaining. 1 Quote
scarab527 Posted July 22, 2022 Posted July 22, 2022 43 minutes ago, Boilernation said: That's scary. Who of significance are they actually returning other than Marshall? IMO, they lost way too much talent from last year to be thinking a step down to 5A will open the gates for them. Granted, they basically get a bye through Sectionals, but isn't it too premature to be thinking State Finals or bust? 5A North looks wide open to me and should be highly entertaining. DB Philip Roche who has Big 10 offers is the other marquee guy. They are high on the QB who got injured last year as well but the jury is still out on him without much varsity experience. Other than that I know that they've got some new transfers so we'll see how those kids are. I agree, honestly the whole class is wide open and it'll be interesting to see who's the last team standing. Quote
ragdoll Posted July 22, 2022 Posted July 22, 2022 4 hours ago, Fkfootball said: New Albany lost about 30 guys from probably the best Sr class theyve ever had. I thought the 84 and 02 teams were pretty good. Quote
BTF Posted July 22, 2022 Posted July 22, 2022 3 hours ago, DT said: Merrillville was heavily favored to repeat and win the 77 state title, but the Pirates were ambushed by an under the radar Portage team, losing 3-0 in the regional. It was a monumental upset, one you rarely see at the high school level. Merrillville had defeated Portage 34-7 during their undefeated regular season. That 77 Merrillville team was probably the best outfit to ever come out of The Region. What about the '76 team? Valpo beat Merrillville in the regular season and the Pirates took the tournament game. Was that considered an upset? Was the Duneland the dominant conference in the state during the 70's? Quote
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