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A Football Life The statement “participated in Varsity football”, doesn't nearly come close enough to explain the amount the impact that football has had on my life. Next to my parents and my church, football has shaped me to the person I am today more than anything else. As I look back on my high school career the words of Vince Lombardi hold more truth than ever when he said “Football is like life - it requires perseverance, self-denial, hard work, sacrifice, dedication and respect for…

At the start of the second quarter we were getting tired, and making mistakes that costed us prime field position. One of the linebackers was not in the right coverage, which leads to seven points for our opponents, following the extra point. One of our players fumbled on offense, which turned the ball back over to our opponents that brought about in another touchdown for the opposing…

though this does not necessarily justify the impacts imposed by the extensive campaign. Despite the downfalls of Operation Rolling Thunder, future President Richard Nixon used similar bombing campaigns later in the Vietnam War with Operation Linebacker and Linebacker II in 1972 (Nastasi, 2002). Conventional bombing campaigns have since decreased in modern conflict, but air power and air superiority are present in the Global War on Terror against an enemy that employs similar guerrilla tactics…

I remember it like it was yesterday, the first play was OG 32 full-back trap. This play was a great play against Madison, but for one thing… I had to go against Tyler Curry, Madison’s middle linebacker and center. My job was to get to Curry and move him away from the two hole so Cody Miller could run through without any problems. So on set, hut I ran to Curry and blindsided him and lit him up. I was so happy I've worked really hard on this…

If you’re a fan of all things NFL and you have a man cave, a den or a living room with empty walls, filling it up with sports collectibles like footballs, football helmets and football jerseys can keep you immersed in the sport you love even during the off-season. If you’ve got lots of space, it’s a good idea to start with bigger pieces that make bigger statements, like autographed football jerseys. When they’re framed and on display, jerseys are eye-catching conversation pieces, especially…

already tried this. The NFL is now trying to reduce the number of concussions by calling penalties in the case of helmet-to-helmet hits, resulting in a fifteen-yard penalty. This still isn’t enough. Defensive players, especially safeties and linebackers, are running head first into whoever they are trying to tackle, using the top of their helmet as a “weapon”. They are still not doing enough for the safety of the players and the safety of the game because there are still vast amounts of…

We attended the Edinburg bobcats game versus the PSJA Bears. The game took place on October 19,2017. We decided to scout the defensive ends for the Edinburg bobcats. The Edinburg bobcats came out in a whole new defensive compared to their usual formations. The bobcats usually run a 4-2-5. They like to have 4 true line men on the field always to help stop the run. Every team in the district is a run first team, the run/pass ration is 70/30 with all teams in the district. On the other hand, the…

There is always drama and suspense leading up to National Signing Day which has become the most important day to college football teams all around the country but that wasn't the case this afternoon for the West Virginia Mountaineers. Today saw Coach Holgorsen and his staff sign every committed player that was expected to sign, sign with the Mountaineers. West Virginia failed to sign a quarterback in this class which concerns some fans but don't forget that WVU has Will Grier (JR), Chris…

which didn't come as a surprise because jv games are never enjoyable. I took the snap and rolled out to the left side of the field, no one was open so I tucked the ball under my arm and started to run up field, I had room to move, suddenly a linebacker running at me from my side started to shorten up his steps and set himself for a tackle, he tackled low but I…

Tyree Bailey SPM 230 Spring 2016 May 1, 2016 Book Review: Ray Lewis (I Feel Like Going on: Life, Game, and Glory) The book I chose to read about was from the legendary Baltimore Ravens linebacker and one of the greatest defensive players of his generation, Ray Lewis. This self-titled book Ray Lewis ?I Feel like Going on: Life, Game, and Glory? was an amazing tale of his life struggles and accomplishments. The book guides us through his 17 year professional football career, his two Super Bowls…