JaspD55

18 hours ago, oldschool2 said:

65-6 Silsbee 

Tigers will come in focused and take care of business, but dont see them scoring 65, Liberty will be fired up, playing the Tigers.  Something tells me late in the game , this time of the season, Tiger coach will start getting starters out, to avoid injury. For example, late in the game against HJ, Cartwright got banged up returning a kick, probably miss a game or two.

The District Championship still goes through HF, and Jasper. 

2 minutes ago, WOSdrummer99 said:

Too many eyes not to see the obvious

People dont realize what they had ,till its gone. Change is not always good, unless it's dirty underwear. lol

I'll take Lumberton in a very very close game

1 minute ago, Guitar Man said:

Silsbee easily wins this one

Not to burst any Tiger Bubbles, but I wouldnt throw WOS under the bus just yet. LOL

Orangefield got this

Just now, Gasilla said:

Ok, I thought so. 

I'm just saying, theres things CT did with his Defense that no one else did. Ive talked to enough Offensive coaches that have game planned for it, and they hated it. I'm sure Hickman felt he had good enough athletes to run any kind of defense, and he would go with a Defense his new coaches wanted to run. And I'm guessing he has so much on his plate as a new AD/HC, that he is not as involved with the Defensive coaching as you might think.  To make my point compare WOS def stats under CT to any other team in America running the 50 defense, or the years Hickman ran it at Silsbee.

4 minutes ago, Gasilla said:

Tiger, the way the hiring process went down combined with the changes he's made has made many WOS faithful on edge. He could not control the hiring process, but he did know the culture at WOS. Again, with everything else going on, changing what made WOS, WOS was not the best idea IMO. By that, he's put himself in a precarious situation.

I'll say this, too. I've stated my opinion about the changes, but in that I'm not saying I want him gone. I'm hoping he's big enough to recognize when he's made a mistake and adjust. Cornel did it with his offense after he took the helm in 2011. There's nothing wrong with trying something different. But keeping it just because it's what you want is when it becomes a problem.

The measure of a true leader is not about getting it right every time. It's being able to admit when you are wrong and making the necessary adjustments to correct that mistake. Understanding that the program comes first and bigger than you are.

This is a defining moment for him.

The WOS def under CT, was a unique one, and the architects of it are gone. If he wants to change back, that would have to be done after the season, and have current def coaches meet with some of the old guys , and learn how to coach it. If it was easy, then every highschool in SET would be running that Defense.

2 minutes ago, Gasilla said:

He has. Makes it even more curious about the switch.

I think u have a situation where , you have to hire a new DC and def assistants. They want to coach a Defense they are familiar and comfortable with. Just happens that the current players are struggling with playing it, and if things continue to slide down hill, the kids will start to not buy in to the change. Regardless of this weeks outcome, things will probably get better as they play the weaker teams in the district. But if and a big (if) they loose to Silsbee, and HF, gonna be a tough go? Any other school it would work out in time, but the expectations at WOS are so high, that the stress level on all involved may be too much? But, dont be shocked if all this gloom and doom talk is nought, WOS wins out in district , and goes sev rounds in the playoffs. I would consider that a successful first year for Hickman . JMO

1 minute ago, JaspD55 said:

If Tigers had a more dominate OL, you would see Miller at running back more. Now they are better off having defenses put 2 to 3 guys on Miller at Receiver, takes some pressure off OL.  I was told they will continue to create ways to get him the ball though.

as far as Bridgeport goes, very athletic and fast, very dangerous if game is close

Brazosport I meant,   too many Ports

1 hour ago, Silsbee92 said:

It's more about getting as many playmaker on the field at one time.  

The more Miller runs the ball removes one of the explosive RBs in Martin, Brown and Kibbles.

Jmo

If Tigers had a more dominate OL, you would see Miller at running back more. Now they are better off having defenses put 2 to 3 guys on Miller at Receiver, takes some pressure off OL.  I was told they will continue to create ways to get him the ball though.

as far as Bridgeport goes, very athletic and fast, very dangerous if game is close

Tigers in a close game. Tiger QB trying to aim the ball on short throws, told he is perfect in practice, He will watch film and correct hopefully.

This is a game that will be a learning experience for when playing in November.

20 hours ago, pine curtain said:

a couple? 

 I can name at least 5 off the top of my head and I don't even keep up with silsbee.

silsbee has gotten a reputation for bad behavior.

Didnt see Liv scrimmage, so cant commit about that, but since 2017, this extra stuff has been quiet. The 2017 basketball incident was one player, who got removed for the rest of that season. 

Tigers need to put indoor practice facility on their xmas list for next project, cause I heard they have practiced more in the gym, than on the field. this week practice field is under water I'm told. During Two a days lightning was the problem almost every day. The high octane passing game might be a little out of sync early in the season , due to this I'd imagine.

OF

This game will be decided late in the 4th qtr , thanks to that darn slot T. When Vidor HC retires ( I hear probably year or two) an they go forth into the world of spread, then this will be an easy game for Tigers.

But dont be surprised if the weather don't win this one. That time of year for SETX.

H F might be the sleeper this year, should be a good game

Looks like there is  one thing for sure, they will be doing it on carpet.    

11 hours ago, BADSANTA said:

What position will be play in Silsbee? 

Time in pads, in August will tell, but I would imagine running back. Prob play some defense also, I would guess?

We can argue this to death, but hiring a great coach is just part of a big puzzle. If most of the other pieces are not there , you will not be going to Jerry World, plain and simple. 

Powers to be , need to get off their butts and hire an Elite Coach, and then they will be held in the same regards as Carthage, WOS, Gilmer and such. At least thats what Ive heard on here.

2 minutes ago, Broncos2447 said:

Briscoe?

No, be a junior, heard started at West Brook on defense as soph, but might play running back for Tigers.  Time will tell I guess

On 3/20/2022 at 8:55 AM, AggiesAreWe said:

I agree, it should already have turf. Was in the works a few years ago but donor died and the people over the estate decided against giving the money.

There will be turf in the next 2 years.

keep fingers crossed, but coming sooner than you think

Heard there is a new kid on the block, or shall I say , one returning home. gonna b a barn burner from what I hear.

Heard this one might be announced real soon ?   Rumor , Cuero coming open. lol

Heard this was a done deal before Xmas holidays, prob b announced soon . Coach currently on staff.