jdb44

So, did anyone ever answer my original question? Good luck to Colmesneil in their coaching search. I know a couple guys interested if you want some good "Rookie Head Coaches." I think you would like either of the two!    

I personally know 2 men that applied for this job. Yes they would or will be rookie AD/HC's and both have been successful OC's at their current schools. Both may or may not stay a long time in Colmesneil if they get the job, but I tell you this, either of these 2 guys would give the school, and the kids, all they have, and IMO, both will make great AD's and will work to make the school successful in every sport.

7 hours ago, MOSSHILL said:

When Livingston was good, 2008-2011 *approx. ????

He was there in 2011-2012 (7-3) and 2012-2013 (6-4). Made the playoffs in 2012 as the OC.

I don't know about ties, but he was the OC in Livingston for a few years.

1 hour ago, cat001 said:

Any idea who might apply for the job?

I know of one applicant, OC from South Texas that IMO would do a great job.

I had a couple of friends interested in the job. All I really wanted to know is, are there kids that will work, and is there any talent walking the halls. There will be issues at every school.

Just saw where Tarkington is open. Did Coach Carpenter leave or what? They had some success the last couple years. Do they have and talent left or coming?

Yeah, that's not good.

Saw this job posted. Do they have anything coming?

Coach Finney announced to his players today he will be stepping down. Coach Finney once again shows he is classy, giving HD a chance to get going on hiring his replacement. Finney has done an outstanding job since taking the position! Finney came in and right away developed a top tier culture, based on hard work, integrity, discipline and accountability. In two seasons, HD won back to back undefeated District Championships under Finney. Under Finney the Bobcat pride and tradition was rekindled to a stellar level. Finney made it a personal mission to upgrade the athletic facilities and provide top of the line equipment for the kids at HD. During Finney's tenure HD obtained a new field house, weight room, locker room, players lounge, uniforms, equipment and concession stands. Finney also built up the culture of all HD sports, including the girl programs. The biggest thing Finney accomplished was turning decent kids into good young men. These youngmen will forever be better individuals for being Coached by Finney. Furthermore, the blessed Coach that takes over this program at HD, will be walking into a strong well built culture, ready to win and get better. I heard straight from the horses mouth, HD is not lacking any current or future talent, this is a personal family based move, that is needed at this time. I have talked with several Coachs highly interested in the HD position, there will be a strong interest as usual. Myself and many others in the community, would love to see Stan Hodges and Randy Birdwell get interviews and consideration. Coach Hodges was at HD years back and brings toughness, discipline and high expectations. Randy Birdwell is a HD alumnus that brings smarts, dedication and valuable grooming from Darrell Barbay. Coach Finney leaves HD Nation in a great State, better and more improved than it was. Thanks Coach Finney, it was an honor and priviledge to have you here at HD!

 

Good stuff H.D. Bobcat 55, Well said.

14  7  Shepherd Mid 2nd.

Congrats on the win lastnight, proud for the Bobcats and Coach Finney.  Bobcat55 I need you to e-mail me at [email protected]. I would like you to keep us up here in Maud updated on ya'lls scores. Thanks

I hope Shepherd gives Coach Keel time to actually build a program. There are going to be sloppy games, there are going to be games where the team has tons of penalties. Learning how to win will come. Sounds like Coach Keel has started the process of turning things around with the number of kids that are playing football.

Good Luck tonight to Coach Keel, I know you have been looking forward to this night for a long time!

Good luck to both teams tonight. I have Mad Respect for both coaches. I have had sons play for both Walter Fortune and Josh Finney, and they are both great leaders. If the game is close, Coach Finney will find a way to win it. But I expect Walter to have the Hornets ready. Should be a great game.

And the HD girls will be as physical as the guys. All are expected to work hard and be physical in Coach Finneys program.

I also am excited for the Bobcats, I can remember when you would rather play any surrounding school besides HD because you were gonna get hit. I just wish I were in a position to join him now. I expect big things out of Coach and the Bobcats.

Congrats Chip, sounds like you are building a great staff. If anyone can do it, you can.

Done

My son turned out the better for the experance so its all good. In fact, I was as guilty as any other parent of sticking my nose in where it didn't belong. I have apologized to as many as would listen for my actions, and I hope Chip can get the job and get the program turned in the right direction. It will take a tremendous amount of work and we will all have to get behind the program to see it rise up. There may be help there in the form of coaches that will get in and help him, lets hope so.

Good luck Pirates.
jdb
class of 1976

All I am saying is this, there is a guy coaching at HD that will bring excitement and a will to win to a program that in the past has been pretty good. If I, me, maybe not you, but me, If I had a son that had the chance to play for Coach Finney and I were able to move to where he is coaching, I would do it because they have a better english department, because everyone knows you can't move for athletic purposes.

I don't know who HD has who can or can't play QB, but if I had a son in a backup spot in say Liberty or the surrounding area, I would be looking for a house in the HD school district. 

I will say this, some meant it for harm, God turned it to good. Here's hoping Chip gets the chance.

The best way for the program to have a chance at success will be to give the job to Chip Keel. He loves the town, loves the kids, and I believe the town will give him a chance.

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Its easy to win at the 1A level with 3 guys that all signed with TCU out of high school.  I have respect for the HD program, having played and coached against them, but they dang sure don't have that type of talent running around Hull, Daisetta, or Raywood.
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Yes Maud did have the big 3, but the winning didn't stop for Coach Finney when they left. He also had success in Teague. HD will be fine with Josh leading them. I expect big things.