Week 3 Recap: Trotwood stops Wayne; City League Struggles; C-J, Alter, Boro continue to roll;

Heres the Headlines / Recap  for Week 3 of High School Football in the Miami Valley:

(1)Trotwood stops Wayne in Final GWOC battle
Trotwood knocked off Wayne in a Shootout 40-28. Fab Frosh RB Hudson Davis led the way, as Rams go to 2-1. Wayne falls to 0-3 on the season.

(2) Centerville powers past Dunbar in Dayton Weekly Game of the Week
Centerville jumped out to a 14-6 lead before halftime, a lead they would never relinquish on to a 35-6 win.


(3) Springfield bounces back with big win
Springfield bounced back in a major way, with a big win over Miamisburg. A balanced effort as Tolliver and Smoot combined for 4 Rushing TDs and 200 yards of rushing in a big win. Cats move to 2-1, while the Burg falls to 1-2.

(4) C-J, Alter both stay undefeated
C-J shoook off a slow start, riding Star RB Henry to a big win over Greenville.
Alter took out State Champs in Belfour Kentucky  at Rousch Stadium 14-0.
Both teams are now at 3-0 on the season.


(5) Sidney stops Belmont in defensive battle
Sidney shut out Belmont, as the Bison had 2 TDs called back on penalties. Belmont now falls to 0-3.

(6) Xenia stops undefeated Franklin
Xenia went offensive on offensive power Franklin to knock off the Wildcats and move to 2-1 on the season.
Franklin falls to 2-1 after its first loss.

(7] Butler drops 57 on who?
Butler and Wilmington played to a 29 all tie, then Butler ran off 28 unanswered to roll past Wilmington 57-29. Butler now moves to 2-1 on the season.

(8) Thurgood shut down by Shawnee


(9) Piqua powers past Stebbins with huge 2nd half on Thursday Night Lights

(10) Northmont keeps Fairmont winless



Dayton Public Schools Recap:
It was another agonizing week for DPS in Football in Week 3, here are the results:

Dunbar falls at Centerville 35-6 in Game of The Week
Dunbar, who played the Elks to a tilt early in the first half, faltered late in the half, gave up a big TD before half and the offense sputtered en route to the Elks winning 35-6.
Despite scoring 26 last game, the Elks were able to keep Packnett and the Wolverines offense down.
The Wolverines would draw to 7-6 on a defensive TD by , but then gave up a backbreaking TD and could never recover.
Centerville moves to 1-2 on the season while Dunbar falls to 0-3.

Meadowdale  loses to North College Hill 49-8
Belmont loses in defensive battle to Sidney 7-0
Thurgood shut out against Springfield Shawnee 48-0
Ponitz falls to Dayton Christian 38-6


Here's the DPS Standings (After Week 3)
Thurgood  1-2
Belmont    0-3
Dunbar      0-3
Thurgood  0-3
Ponitz        0-3




THURSDAY NIGHT GAMES 
West Carrollton  @ Butler 
Can Pirates (0-3) find a way to get the offense rolling against a hot Aviators (2-1) sqaud who just scored 57 last week? 

Meadowdale  vs Belmont
(Dayton Weekly Game of the Week) 
The winner of this game will be tied for 1st place in the win column for the City League Championship.
While both teams have struggled early, Belmont could easily be 2-1 as they have lost a coiple of nail biters to Troy and Sidney.

Week 3 Key Games; Week 2 Recap:Trotwood blunces back; Alter smacks Thurgood in Game of the Week; C-J, Springboro stay undefeated;

Here's the Top Headlines for Week 2 of HS Football in the Miami Valley:

(1) Alter shuts out Thurgood in Game of the Week

Thurgood wanted to see how good they were coming into the early season after a big win qt Welcome Stadium
Problem is, how is Alter? Could they be headed for a deep tourney run?

The Knights was able to halt a pumped up Cougar football team who had came off a big performance in Week 1.
Early in the 1st quarter (after a stalled drive by Thurgood), Alter would score after a big run by QB Cale Steineman that would set up a final TD run capped by All-State candidate RB Branden McDonald.

On the next possession, Thurgood would throw a interception to setup a field goal gave the Knights a 10-0 lead.

After trading punts, Thurgood would fumble the punt deep in their own territory - which was a backbreaking play.
Alter would recover, score on a McDonald run, and for all intent and purposes, it was, "Warm up the bus time" as the Knights would win 24-0 at Rousch Stadium.
While the offense was able to move the ball, the penalties and turnovers were a deadly combination for the Cougars, who now fall to 1-1 on the season.

Thurgood Coach Brian Carter was dissapointed in his teams play, but noted that if not for the mental laspes?

Could have been a different story.
In speaking with Former NFL Lineman and current Alter coach Derrick Shepard, the Cougars were prepared and ready for the challenge.

But noted that, "This Alter team is focused and was better tonight."

The Knights move to 2-0 on the season, while Thurgood falls to 1-1.





(2) C-J rolls early and often agaisnt Woodward
Chaminade junped out on Woodward early to send no doubt that the rust is off and the Eagles are ready for the season. Chaminade won 56-7

(3) Trotwood knocks off Canadian squad to regain momentum
In a bad 1st week for the GWOC, Trotwood probably was the most surprising loss.
Could the Rams have slippage this season?
Not so fast, as Trotwood bkunced back with a vintage performance against

(4) Dunbar falls in final moments on 2point
conversion
Dunbar, who just came off another scathing week of dramatic and national (ESPN worthy)  news, finally just got to play football without any drama.

The Wolverines fell to Milford 28-27



(5) Springboro takes Middletown punch early, powers past Middies

(6) Northridge runs past Pirates, up their record

(7) Beavercreek moves to 2-0 after defeating Ponitz
The Game was tied 20-20 before Beavercreek used a 20-0 run to seal the deal.
After multiple turnovers by both teams, Elijah Howard burst through to give the Beavers a 27-20 lead they would never relinquish.

Ponitz played the Beavers tip for tap for 2+ quarters.
Then the turnover bug and Beavers defense stepped up.
Ponitz falls to 0-2 on the season, while Beqvercreek moves to 2-0.


(8) Northmont stops Pick North
The Bolts used a stout D and good offensive balance to get the win over Pickerington North. 

(9) Wayne, Centerville both fall to 0-2
Wayne and Centerville both lost, sending the GWOC into a suprise tailspin among powerhouses.

(10) Springfield falls to Fairfield  in defensive battle
Fairfield used last season as motivation to knock off Springfield 16-12 at Springfield HS.

(11) Carroll opens new Field with big win
The Patriots shook off a disastrous first game to win at home in convincing fashion. The Patriots opened up their new Stadium with a bang.

(12) Franklin rolls to 2-0
The wildcats bmove to 2-0 with another big win.

(13) Belmont goes down in Upper Arlington
The Bison fell to Upper Arlington and now sit at 0-2. Can the Bison regroup in Week 3?





Dayton Public Schools Recap:
It wasn't a good week in Week 2 for Dayton Public Schools in football, as all 5 teams lost for the first time in years.
Dunbar fell to Milford 28-27 as they failed on a 2-pt conversion to get their first win.
Ponitz battled Beaverceek to a 20-20 tie midway through the 3rd, when Beavers went on 20-0 run to seal the deal and win 40-20.
Thurgood was blanked by Alter 24-0 in the Game of the Week
Belmont took a tough loss on the road to a Upper Arlington team.
Meadowdale lost to Independence 52-8

After two weeks, the Dayton Public School Football Standings look like this:

Thurgood       1-1
Belmont         0-2
Dunbar           0-2
Meadowdale  0-2
Ponitz            0-2  



TOP GAMES OF WEEK 3 
Here are the Top Games to Watch in Week 3:

(1) Wayne   @  Trotwood
2 of the premiere teams in Southwest Ohio battle it out. Both teams need the win, as Wayne (0-2) & Trotwood (1-1) boast playoff aspirations

(2) Dunbar   @  Centerville
On paper this looked like a marquee matchup;
But in reality both of these teams desperately need a win to keep fading playoff hopes alive.

(3) Belmont  @ Sidney
The Bison know its do or die time as they hope to reach another playoff this season. Already 0-2, can they go where they haven't had the best of luck and get a big road win?

(4) Springfield  @ Miamisburg
The Cats take on a 1-1 Burg team after falling to a tough Fairfield team. Which 1-1 team will prevail?

(5) Beavercreek  @  Springboro
In a battle of 2-0 teams, which surpise school will start the season 3-0?

(6) Springfield Shawnee @ Thurgood
With both teams being 1-1, which team show that they ready to take the next step? Thurgood lost to a tough Alter team. Can they bounce back at home?

WEEK 1 Recap: Stars, Suprises, Drama, Cincy vs Dayton, Player of the Week & more!

After a Wild Week 1 of Football in the Miami Valley, here's our Top 10 Headlines:

(1) Cincy Smacks top local schools in Dayton vs Cincy clashes;
Wayne, Trotwood, Centerville, fall; Miamisburg wins
In the first week of HS Football, there were the always enticing Dayton vs Cincy matchups;
Heres how the GWOC top dogs fared:


Trotwood stung by Winton Woods
The Rams got off to a shaky start, as Winton Woods capitalized on 2 turnovers deep in their own zone to seize control and cruise to a 44-6 win over the Rams on Opening night.
Winton Woods was a State Finalist last year, and the hunger showed.
Trotwood falls to 0-1 on the season.


Wayne goes down to Colerain in Mukes debut
Roosie Mukes made his debut as  Wayne head coach . Unfortunately,  it was against one of the best in Ohio and in the country at that, in Colerain. Wayne was in the game and QB Cam Fancher led the Warriors on a drive to cut the lead;
But Colerain scored right back to salvage a 28-19 win at Heidkamp Stadium.
Wayne falls to 0-1.


Centerville taken down by Fairfield.
Fairfield rode its star RB to a early lead and never looked back, stalling out High profile recruit Chase Harrison and the Centerville Elks at Centerville HS 33-7.
Elks fall to 0-1.


Miamisburg stops Walnut Hills
The Burg rode its QB Braden Barr (3TDs) and Star RB Christian Davis (139 recieving,  53 rushing, 2 TDs)  to a big 28-21 win at home.
The Burg moves to 1-0 on the season.



(2) Dunbar Game Suspended as Player Head Butts Official

Officials called the Cincinnati Roger Bacon and Dayton Dunbar game due to Dunbar player head butting a official in the 2nd quarter.
Roger Bacon was ahead 23-8 when the incident occurred.
Dayton Public Schools Athletcs has apologized for the kids behavior,  suspended him and now will wait for punishment after already being on the ropes for mishandling of situations and occurrences over the last few years.


(3) C-J rolls after slow start
Chaminade started slow but picked it up in the 2nd half as they defeated Piqua 28-7.
Ryan Minor was 19-24 with 2 TDs, while Marquise Henry ran for 173 on 20 carries.
However the star of the game was WR Kenyon Owens, who hauled in a whopping 13 catches for 143 yards and a TD.


(4) Alter stops losing streak as RB stars
The Alter Knights rode their star RB to end a 2 game skid against Fairmont by the score of 21-7.
Alter RB Branden McDonald ran all over the Firebirds for 112 yards on just 16 carries (1 TD) and the Knights defense stifled the Firebirds on opening night. Highly touted OL-DL and Super Sophomore Derrick Shepard Jr made his debut and had a immediate impact on both sides of the line.
Trey Baker was a beast for Fairmont, with double digit tackles and a forced fumble.



(5) Springfield jumps all over Hillard Bradley in big win
The Wildcats came into Hillard and put a smackdown on Bradley as Tae'Sean Smoot, Larry Stephens and company took care of business and served notice that despite losing 3 D-1 players, they have retooled in a major way.
Joe Tolliver ran 5 times for  117 yards and a TD. WR Larry Stephens Jr went wild for 134 yards and a TD.



(6) Belmont falls on final play

The Bison fell to Troy 28-27 as the Bison failed on 2 2-pt conversions late in the game to seal their fate.
QB Rian Reeves scored 2 TDs and put team on his back with game on the line to give Bison a chance to win.


(7) Stebbins; A Team To Watch?
The Stebbins Indians could be a team to watch out for, as they shutout Greenview 19-0.
With some good young talent on deck, a hungry group of kids, the coaching staff used that to their advantage.
Omar Holloway, the rising Sophomore Two-Way Player, put the game away with a 6-yard run.


(8) Thurgood shuts out Meadowdale Game of the Week

The Cougars used a good start and a better finish to shut out Meadowdale in the Dayton Weekly Game of the Week.
Star RB Jaeshawn Ruseell  was all over the field, scoring early and often and William Dewberry was a force on defense for the Cougars.
Can the Cougars win in the Game of the week against Alter this week?


(9) Franklin comes out blazing in big win
The Wildcats rode its star QB to a huge win over Madison 42-6.


(10) Springboro lights up Mason
The Boro rode its Senior QB who had a record day-
 13 for 13  to be exact.
Landon Palmer threw for 3 TDs, 2 to super Senior Willieon Yates, and the  Panthers ran through Mason 34-7.
Are the Panthers forreal this season?


(11) Middletown shuts out Western Hills 
The Middies go to 1-0 on the early season with a Shutout of Western Hills. Daylon Blake snatcehd.snatched a INT for the Middies who played lights out.



TOP STARS OF WEEK 1 
👀📈💎🏆🏈🚀🔥🌟🎥📺

Larry Stephens, Springfield WR
 📈💎🚀📺🌟🌟👀👀
Stephens hauled in 130+ and a TD in a big win-
All in the 1st half! Is he the best WR in Ohio?

Branden  McDonald  -RB Alter
💪🏽👀🌟🌟📺💰💰
The powerful RB dominated against its rival school
(117 yds, TD)

Kenyon Owens  -WR - CJ
💣📈🚀🔥🔥💎
Owens had a "Breakout" game of epic proportions
13 catches, 143 yards, 1 TD


Jaeshawn Russell, RB-DB  Thurgood
👀👀📈🚀🎥🎮🔥
Russell was the Top Player in the Game of the Week, going off in a big win over Meadowdale (2TDs)


Braeden Woods, QB Franklin
 🚀🥇👀👀📈
The Senior gunslinger showed out in the opener and served notice as the Cats could be a force this season.
Luke Kennard was in attendance and was impressed by Woods.


Jeff Hoskins, DB  Ponitz
 📈👋🏝👀🌟🌟🏈🔒
Hoskins, a 2 sport star in the making, snatched 2 INTs on the night in a loss to Beechcroft


Landon Palmer , QB Springboro
🏆✨👀👀🚀📈🎮📺🔥🔫
Palmer was perfect on the night;
13-13 with 3 TDs to boot. A Star in the making? 🤔


Rian Reeves, QB  Belmont
 👀💪🏽💎📈🚀🎮
Reeves, ran for over 130 with 2 TDs in the OT loss to Troy


David Dewberry, DL Thurgood
 💪🏽💪🏽📈✨🌟📈
Dewberry had a Defensive TD and was dominant on the line in the big win.


Willieon Yates, WR Springboro
💎🔥👋🌟🎥💣
Yates, one of the best kept secrets in Ohio, exploded again for 2 more TDs in a big win.


Jeff Tolliver, RB  Springfield
💣💪🏽🔥🌟🌟
Tolliver made it look easy: 5 rushes, 117 yards, TD

Christian Davis,  RB Miamisburg
 👀👀📈🚀🏆💣
Davis was the man for the Burg', as he amassed 139 catching and 53 more rushing (2TDs) in a nice win.

Marquis Henry, RB C-J
 💰🏆💣💪🏽💪🏽✨🌟🌟🎮🔥🔥

Henry, who could be the best RB in the Miami Valley, went for 173 on 20 carries. A load of a back, he was unstoppable for the most part.

Trey Baker, Fairmont
💪🏽🔒👀📈
Baker was all over the field for the Firebirds in a loss, with 17 tackles and a Forced fumble.



DHSS TEAMS OF THE WEEK (Week 1)

DPS: THURGOOD
GWOC: SPRINGFIELD
MVL: STEBBINS
GCL: ALTER
SWBL: FRANKLIN



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CITY LEAGUE RECAP: Thurgood Roll past Lions; Dunbar forfeits game after dispute; Belmont falls on Final Play, Madden 20 Party

In a wild first week of HS Football in the Miami Valley, lets look at what happened in Dayton Public Schools:

Week 1 DHSS 🏈🏈 CITY LEAGUE HEADLINES:
📰📰📰

Belmont Falls on Final Play to Troy in OT 28-27
Belmont came into game understanding that to go to the next level and make a run through the playoffs?

You gotta play a tougher schedule.

With that, the Bison took on Playoff team from last year in Troy.
In a dogfight, the game was 21-15 late in the 4th quarter when Belmont Rian Reeves Jr directed a drive that put the Bison in the end zone.
 Tie game.
Go for 2 or kick the FG?
The Bison go for 2, misses 2-point conversion, game tied.
The game goes into OT at 21, which Troy scored 1st.
Belmont scores as well, but missed the 2-point conversion and the game was over.
When asked why they didn't put the kicker back in to try any extra points after he made his first one (albeit wobbly)?

He had just got on the roster last week, and the coaching staff felt like their offense could get it done.

Tavon Hardwick and Rian Reeves led the Bison who fall to 0-1.


DUNBAR Forfeits Game, Falls to Roger Bacon as Player Confronts Official; Fair Or Foul?

Dunbar football team wanted to kickoff the new 2019 season in a positive way.
With a boisterous crowd, a talented team, a hungry coaching staff, and a proud organization who's searching to get back to prominence after 2 tough seasons?

The Wolverines were thinking playoffs.

However, despite the hype, and a huge, excited crowd at Welcome Stadium, the season started as badly as it could, and ended even worse as Cincinnati Roger Bacon won 23-8 due to the officials calling the game.

Did the officials pull the plug too early?
Lets analyze later.

On the first play of the game Roger Bacon ran the opening kickoff back for a TD (Made 2-pt conversion) to jump out to a 8-0 lead.

After another score by Roger Bacon, Dunbar, led by Rising QB Greg Packnett Jr, would score on a beautiful pass play after having one called back by a penalty, which also killed the Wolverines. With the 2-point conversion, the Wolverines were back in the game (16-8).

However, Roger Bacon would score again (23-8), setting up the scene for the tragic, fateful ending.

Late into 2nd quarter, Roger Bacon was backed up close to their own end zone, trying to give themselves a big lead into half.
But #2 of Dunbar, got upset at what seemed to be a player for Roger Bacon.

After a skirmish, the Refs tried to stop #2, but after #2 got into it with the Roger Bacon players (and had to be restrained by his own players) #2 looked to be headed towards the Referee.
He was then stopped by his players, which he tried again and was held back, before leaving the field.
In the first skirmish with the official, apparently #2 head butted the official, causing a frenzy by his players and the officials;
 The officials then briefly met, ultimately calling the game.

Question is, should the WHOLE GAME be stopped?
Or should #2 been kicked out and the game resumed?

This year OHSAA is cracking down on the abuse against officials, and this is a perfect example of how you will not be able to berate and go after the men in stripes.
Afterwards, Coach Freed was hurt and disgusted with his player.
While the question remains, could the officials handled it better?

Probably.
But if the official felt threatened for his life, what can you say?
Have to control your emotions. Even in football.
There are reports that the kid will be expelled from school, per policy standards.

Dunbar falls to 0-1 on the season.
Our question is:
What should the punishment be for a student who attacks a official during a contest?

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PONITZ loses in defensive battle against Columbus Beechcroft 15-12 

The Panthers, led by Coach Ryan Jackson, was resdy to play, and after 2 sweet offensive plays and a stout defensive 1st half, they led 12-7.
However Beechcroft would score the only TD of the 2nd half as Ponitz fumbled a couple of golden opportunities to snatch the game away in the 2nd half, one late in the 4th quarter.

DB Hoskins Jr, had 2 INTs and will be a force Defensively, along with that good DLine.
Panthers fall to 0-1 on the season.


Thurgood stifles Meadowdale in the Dayton Weekly "Game of The Week"

 

In the Dayton Weekly Newspaper "Game of the Week" Meadowdale would take on Thurgood Marshall.

Both teams were in the middle of the pack last season.
But on this Saturday?

Thurgood showed they could be a team to be reckoned with, as they shut out Meadowdale 28-0 at Welcome Stadium.
Led by Star of the Game-  RB - DB J. Russell on the Offense and Rising Dewberry with a TD return and pressure all night, sealed the deal for the Cougars.

Thurgood looked as good as any team in the area,  and Coach Brian Carter and his staff are upbeat about the chance at a City League Championship and a playoff berth this season.



Thurgood football team to be featured

at Madden 20 Party

The Thurgood Marshall Cougars is our Team of the Week and will be featured at the Madden Party as the Team of the Week for defeating Meadowdale in the Dayton Public Schools Season Opener.

The Madden Party will be downtown at the White House Convention Center and will host these events:

Fantasy Football Party
Madden 20 Tournament
Dayton HS Sports TV Show
The Blueprint Podcast Debut
Music Performances
Raffle Prizes

The Event Starts at 6.

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New Football Season Kicks Off Tonight; Tonights matchups

After all the  scrutiny, offseason camps, moves, new coaches , and players on the rise,  it is finally the 1st Week of OHSAA football.

Tonight is when the Championship Dreams come to life - or die.

Here's tonight's games as we hit Week 1 of the Regular Season:


Troy @ Belmont (Welcome Stadium) 
👀🔥📈📰
The Trojans of Troy had a very good season last year, riding a Star RB and a good defense all the way to the playoffs.
Belmont also made it to the playoffs for the 2nd year in a row, only to be stopped by Piqua in the playoffs.

So now, Coach Earl White has retooled, and feels like this team has a real shot to make a run in the playoffs, if they can survive week by week.

We got the Bison winning a close one 26- 22.


Alter vs Fairmont 
🔥🔥💪🏽💪🏽📰

In one of the bigger rivalry games, that opens up every season, something has changed in the last couple years;

The Firebirds are on a winning streak.

Fairmont won the last two years, now making this first game much more meaningful.  Before that,  Alter had won for a decade strong and some.
Fairmont will be hard pressed to stop the Knights tonight, as the Running Game could be a major factor for Alter.

Alter wins 32- 24


Xenia  @ Beavercreek
👀🏈
The Bucs had a very good season last year, led by Coach Trace Smitherman. They went 6-4 & almost snuck into the playoffs.
Beavercreek had a ok season last year, and is looking to get back to prominence.

We got X-Town winning tonight
28-27





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Top 10 Teams to Wach (PreSeason)

After Week 2 of the Pre-Season, here are the
Dayton HS Sports Top 10 Teams to Watch as we near the Season Opener for OHSAA Football:

(1) Trotwood
The Rams look to regroup after disaster hits area;

Will they still be as good as advertised?

After losing some of the city in the Tornado disaster, the entire state will be in tune to see what happens with the Ram Nation this season.

But dont fret Ram Nation.
With A Coaching Staff that is 2nd to none in the State, led by Jeff Graham, and talent to match, led by All-Ohio DBs Carl Blanton and Sammie Anderson, the Rams are set for another great season.


(2) Chaminade-Julienne
 Eagles have the top QB in Southwest Ohio, and possibly all of state. They have returning talent on both sides of the ball, and the confidence that they could have something special this once they get their star QB back on the field.
 Is it "State or Bust"  for the Eagles?
They boast one of the top head coaches in the area in   Marcus Colvin.
Should be ranked in Top 5 of PreSeason OHSAA State Polls.


(3) Wayne
Warriors have new leadership, coach in Roosevelt Mukes.
 How will Wayne Train respond?
With legendary coach Jay Minton stepping down amid controversy, the Wayne Train will focus on a new regime with some young studs in waiting.

Mukes is definitely ready for the challenge, and signs point to a good season for the Warriors.



(4) Belmont

Bison look to 3-peat in the City League,  but more importantly, want to make a deep run in the OHSAA playoffs. With Rian Reeves leading the charge, how far can the Bison go? With size and talent all over the field? Could be a huge season for the Bison.
Heard they are working extremely hard, which is the Earl White motto.

Going for 4th Title in 5 years.



(5) Springfield
How will Coach Moe Douglas Cats look after reaching Regionals but losing 3 star  D-1 players (Douglas, Gibson, Brown)?
QB Te'Sean Smoot could be breakout player this season as he has had a incredible summer, garnering up offers from powerhouses such as Notre Dame and others.
He should be ready for the bright lights.

Cats already have 3 kids committed to college scholarships and the season hasn't even started yet.



(6) Dunbar
 With Rising Star QB Greg Packnett Jr at the helm, could the Wolverines be headed back to the playoffs? Reports are that the Wolverines could contend for a playoff spot this season.

Note: Some of the old coaches from Darran Powell staff has gotten their jobs back. Could that infuse some much needed juice for the football program?



(7) Alter
 With a running duo that has few rivals in the entire state of Ohio, how will the Knights fare without their Star QB?

Adding New Coach Derrick Shepard should reap major benefits for Knights program. Lil Shep (Derrick Shepard Jr.) as he is affectionately known around the  city,  is already making a huge impact and should be on the starting line come midseason.  One of the top Sophomore prospects in the Country.


(8) Northmont
 How will the Bolts fare after a dream season of sorts? Winning a game in the 1st round, does the expectations grow?
With some experience still available but some mjaor talent lost, can they stay at the top of the league after a Conference shakeup?


(9) West Carrollton
 With the Pirates moving to a new conference (Miami Valley League), having a new coach (Dion Black) and bringing back some solid talent with All-GWOC WR Austin Jones, they should be able to make some noise in their new conference.



(10) Vandalia Butler
  Can Butler continue to stay as a upper echelon team in the new Miami Valley League?  With a rising coach in John Puckett, can they take their young team and make it happen? Losing UC signee B.J. Johnson and a plethora of solid seniors could hurt Aviators this season.


3 more to Watch:

Xenia
What will GWOC Champs do this season in Coach Trace Smitherman 2nd season as coach?

Meadowdale
Can the expertise of Coach Brown and the Rams translate to success this season? Will Hill Jr is playing this year for the Lions.

Franklin
Can the Cats stay at the top of the SWBL standings?
With weapons such as Rising WR Dylan Dirks on the outside, could be another good year.

High School Football Kicks Off; Trotwood, West Carrollton host midnight events; Dayton Public Schools Football Recap;

As we hit August 1st, that only can mean one thing:

Can Belmont Star QB Rian Reeves and QB Coach Marvan Gordon do it again?

Football Season has started in the High School Ranks!

 This week begins the journey for OHSAA Fall season, as Football, Volleyball, Soccer, and other sports get ready to kick off their seasons.

However there are some teams who will get the jump on the competition as perennial powerhouse Trotwood and upstart program in West Carrollton did midnight madness - football style.

The Rams, who just won the State Championship 2 seasons ago, will look to ride 2 of its star seniors (Sammy Anderson and Carl Blanton) back to prominence this season.

Trotwood will be in the new (now split up) GWOC for the final remaining season, then who knows?
Independent power, a union with Dayton Public or another league?

Regardless,  look for the unified Rams to be back in the State Chase.

As for West Carrollton, they have a new coach in former Miamisburg and Trotwood Defensive Coordinator Dion Black.
    Black was the Coordinator during the Rams Championship Run, and will look to install some energy, new schemes, and a new foundation for the Pirates, who have switched conferences (MVC) which goes into effect this school year.

Could dynamic WR Austin Jones be headed for All-State type season? 

With Rising Star WR Austin Jones leading the Pirates, it could be a solid year for the West Carrollton, as they look to replace the job done by Freshman RB Jordan Ward, who is now at Wayne.

 Dayton Public Schools Recap (Last Season)

Last season Belmont dominated the City League once again as the Southwest Ohio Public League merger with Cincinnati schools was ceased.

Led by Rising Junior dual threat QB Rian Reeves, Belmont would go undefeated in the city, before losing in the 1st round of the OHSAA playoffs.
Since Earl White has taken over Belmont, the Bison have been at or near the top of the Standings every single year.


Dunbar ended up in 2nd place, led by Player of the Year Candidate and then Super Sophomore QB Greg Packnett Jr.
Now that some of the coaching staff who helped Dunbar reach prominence back on the sidelines?

Could be a interesting year for the Wolverines.
Can Coach Freed take the next step and get the Wolverines back in playoff contention?

Thurgood finished in 3rd place, led by Do it all Senior V'Sean Palmer and Power QB Ayoub Muhammad.
The Cougars have some talent returning and could be the sleeper team to win the city this year.

Meadowdale and Ponitz competed, but both look to be better this season.

Meadowdale was better than Ponitz last year, and if they would have more kids in the program, coach Brown probably would be much more competitive than they already are. His teams are always prepared.

Senior Bryson Flucas was the Do-It-All Player for the Lions


As far as Ponitz?
Its a wait and see approach for the 2nd year coach. Last season was tough, but there should be some improvement with some talent on deck.





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