GRIDIRON GUIDE 2018

GRIDIRON GUIDE

HIGH SCHOOL

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2B • Wednesday, August 15, 2018

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WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Head coach Jon Blank’s rebuilding project of the Washington football program enters its second year in 2018. Blank and his team managed to improve upon the team’s record by one win and made a return to the playoffs in his first year at the helm. But in year two, Blank and the Pam Pack’s ambitions aim much higher: win the conference.

A large part of the rebuilding project has been a rededication to the weight room, and it looks like the hard work is beginning to pay off. Washington’s players have grown in size and strength after a year in offensive coordinator Perry Owen’s strength and conditioning program, becoming faster and more powerful athletes.

Gone are Hykeem Ruffin and his 2,005 yards and 29 touchdowns, but Blank and his staff feel their running game can be carried by the four-headed monster that is Ka’ci Foreman, Michael Clark, Ganeryan Parker and Mykel Warren. Not only will their differing running styles keep defenses off balance, but also the sharing of the running load should keep all four fresh deep into the season.

If the reinforcements from last year’s J.V. defense are able to help solidify the defensive unit that was porous last season, then Washington just may accomplish its goal.

BY THE NUMBERS

The number of rushing yards Hykeem Ruffin ran for last year as a senior. This year the Pam Pack plans on using a stable of running backs instead of relying on one player. In order to have the same production in the ground game, Washington’s backs will need to find a way to stay in rhythm, despite fewer touches.

BEFORE THE SNAP COLORS: Blue, white STADIUM: J.G. “Choppy” Wagner Stadium CONFERENCE: 2-A Eastern Carolina Conference HEAD COACH: Jon Blank (Overall and at Washington: 4-8) OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR: Perry Owens STAFF: Perry Owens (offensive coordinator, QB), Kevin Chapman (OL, JV head coach), Kent Hill (WR), Jeremy Ambrose (TE), Mike Nichols (RB), Jerome Tyson (DT), Alex Heck (OLB, JV defensive coordinator), John Story (DB), Ronnie Woolard (ILB), Dylan Cutler (OL), Sam Crawford (LB), Jeff Mault (athletic trainer).

LAST CONFERENCE TITLE: 2015 RETURNING STARTERS: 4 offense, 2 defense PLAYERS TO WATCH: RB/DB Ka’ci Foreman, RB/ILB Michael Clark, OL/DL Logan Nichols, RB/LB Ganeryan Parker, SS/WR Sayontae Moore.

RISING STAR

Tall, fast and physical, junior defensive back and wide receiver SAYONTAE MOORE looks set to start at strong safety this year after shining as the JV team’s best player last season. Depending on how well he picks up the offense, Moore’s athleticism could be used as a weapon at receiver.

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POSITION BREAKDOWNS QUARTERBACK After having a two-year starter in Frederick Holscher at quarterback last year, Washington turns to Antwone Godley, last year’s JV signal caller, to step behind center this season. The 5-foot-9 junior brings athleticism to the position and reads the option well, while also having a deceptively good arm that can make an impact in the passing game. Backup Hunter Hall is more of a pure thrower of the ball, but has improved his running ability and will see time in games after splitting reps with Godley in preseason.

OFFENSIVE LINE The big guys up front for Washington’s offense will be an area of strength for the team in 2018. Left guard Logan Nichols, a three-year varsity member, and fellow senior and right guard Chase Ambrose serve as both leaders of the offensive line and the team. Stephen Hartley and Robert Pollock both moved up from the JV team and will be assets at left tackle and center, respectively, with their size and strength. Senior Braxton Phelps and junior Zeke Alvarez both look to contribute at right tackle after competing for the spot during preseason. With no starting linemen over 245 pounds, the line may struggle against bigger non-conference opponents like Tarboro and D.H. Conley, but should be able to open up running lanes and provide pass protection in conference play.

RUNNING BACK After relying so much on Hykeem Ruffin last season, Washington is planning on using a running back rotation in 2018. Michael Clark and Ganeryan Parker will provide the power in the ground game, but both seniors move better than one would expect from 5-foot-10, 210-pound backs. Kac’ci Foreman is the elusive runner in the Washington backfield who can make things happen in space. Mykel Warren is the smallest of the running backs, at 5-foot-7 and 160 pounds, but he runs with both speed and power and can take off for a big run when he finds a running lane. Expect the Pam Pack to keep opposing defenses off balance by alternating between the running backs and their different running styles.

WIDE RECEIVER Washington rotated through many players at receiver during preseason, after losing five players at the position to graduation. As a team that runs the ball often, the Pam Pack demands its wideouts to be able to block well. Montrice Selby is used in the slot and will be moved around a lot to utilize his blocking. Rod Moore supplies Godley with a big-bodied target at 6-foot-3 and 195 pounds. Expect to see backup quarterback Hunter Hall to get some plays at receiver to make use of his soft hands and 6-foot-2 frame. Washington’s coaches hope to see Sayontae Moore get some time out wide for the offense after coming up from JV. They think Moore can provide a dynamic option at the position and can be really special, but he needs to adjust to the varsity level.

TIGHT END Primarily used in the slot as a receiver, senior Montrice Selby will be moved around often and will also line up as a tight end and H-back to make better use of his blocking ability to help clear paths for the Pam Pack’s stable of running backs. Selby’s experience as a receiver also makes him a threat to catch passes out of a three-point stance.

DEFENSIVE LINE Washington’s defensive line will operate out of a three-man front as a base package, but will switch to a four-man front depending on the situation. The big bodies of Khyric McCloud, Sherfield Smith and Kevon Langley will be depended upon to clog up the middle and slow down the opposition’s running game using their power and athleticism. When the Pam Pack switches to four defensive linemen, either T. J. Williams or Rod Moore will enter at the “bandit” position, which is a hybrid of defensive end and outside linebacker. The bandit will be asked to both stop the run on the edge and get pressure on the quarterback. Williams and Moore both have the size, quickness and motor to get that done.

LINEBACKER With his speed, power, range and toughness, Mykel Warren will start at outside linebacker. He is a bit undersized for the position, but his heart and drive more than make up for it. T.J. Williams and Rod Moore will play at the other outside linebacker position. After strong seasons playing for the J.V. defense last year, Hayden Anderson and Isaac Roberson Cooper look to carry that good form to the varsity level at inside linebacker. Senior Jalyn Jordan, who’s played on the defensive line in the past, may see time at inside linebacker to bring some size to the position DEFENSIVE BACK Washington has plenty of speed and athleticism in the secondary in 2018, as all four starters ran on Washington’s conference-winning track team last year. Jahno Bryant, the fastest player in the program, returns to start at corner and is joined by Jamari Barnes. Ka’ci Foreman brings great instincts and solid tackling, along with his explosiveness, to the free safety spot. After establishing himself as the best player on JV last year, strong safety Sayontae Moore will look do the same at the varsity level, as he grasps more and more of the mental side of the game.

SPECIAL TEAMS Backup quarterback Hunter Hall will serve as kicker and punter and his strong leg makes him one of the best punters in the area. Freshman Ridge Zerniak, who also plays for the Pam Pack soccer team, might steal away Hall’s kicking duty before the season is over. In the return game, Washington feels blessed to have multiple guys, like Ka’ci Foreman, Jamari Barnes and Mykell Warren, who have the speed and toughness to return kicks and punts.

RESULTS

SCHEDULE

(4-8, 3-3 2A EASTERN CAROLINA CONFERENCE)

L at East Carteret 28-27 L vs. Tarboro 48-0 L at D.H. Conley 62-20 W at Northside 36-32 L vs. Bertie 38-20 L at Greene Central 22-15 W vs. North Lenoir 45-12 L vs. Ayden-Grifton 39-34 W at South Lenoir 67-27 L vs. Kinston 21-12 W at West Craven 47-28 L at South Granville 41-21

Aug. 17 Aug. 24 Aug. 31 Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2

East Carteret at Tarboro D.H. Conley Northside at Bertie Greene Central * at North Lenoir * at Ayden-Grifton * South Lenoir * Bye Kinston * West Craven *

* denotes conference game

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“Our number one goal is to win the conference. I think some teams are sleeping on us right now, which is fine. We haven’t earned the respect of being ranked in the preseason very highly, but we expect by the end of this season to come out as conference champions.”

— JON BLANK

Wednesday, August 15, 2018 • 3B

THINGS TO LOOK FOR 1. Washington ran for 3,143 yards and 35 touchdowns last year, but the overwhelming majority of that production came from Hykeem Ruffin, who graduated. Instead of relying on one guy this year, the Pam Pack will share the ball between four runners. Each member of the quartet will have to make the most of his limited touches for Washington’s run game to maintain its productivity.

2. Last year Washington’s defense was an area of weakness, as the Pam Pack let up 398 points in 12 games. At the same time, the J.V.’s defense was a strength, allowing more than 14 points just once in conference play. Many players from that J.V. defense have been brought up to varsity with the intention to strengthen the unit.

3. Washington is loaded with speed and athleticism, with many of its players having also been members of the 2018 Pam Pack track team that went undefeated on the way to winning a conference championship. After dominating on the track, Washington will look to utilize its speed, power and agility to make big plays on the gridiron.

MEET THE PLAYERS

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ROSTER NO. NAME POSITIONS 1 Ka’ci Foreman RB, Db 3 Isaac Roberson Cooper ILB, RB 4 Jamari Barnes WR, DB 5 Ganeryan Parker OLB, RB 6 Mykel Warren RB 8 Antwone Godley QB, CB 10 Hunter Hall QB, K 12 Lamanz Koroma S, RB 15 Hayden Anderson ILB 18 Jahno Bryant DB, WR 20 Tripp Pippin FS 22 Walt Gerard QB, RB, FS 24 Sayontae Moore WR 28 Rod Moore DE, TE 30 Daeshawn Howard 32 Uriah Lawrence ILB, WR 34 Jamari Barnes WR, DB 40 Dylan Modlin OL, LB 41 Ridge Zerniak K 42 Montrice Selby TE, DE 44 Michael Clark ILB, RB 50 Treshon Smith DL, OL

YEAR Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. So. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Fr. Sr. Sr. Sr.

HEIGHT 5-9 5-10 5-10 5-10 5-7 5-9 6-2 5-6 5-10 5-11 5-11 5-10 6-2 6-3 5-5 6-1 5-10 5-9 5-9 6-0 5-8 5-6

WEIGHT 160 200 140 200 160 132 185 145 150 160 152 162 165 189 145 190 140 145 155 185 200 225

NO. NAME 52 Jalyn Jordan 55 Zeke Alvarez 56 Stephen Hartley 57 Derek Apelt 58 Saquan Hicklin 60 Clay Brantley 62 Yutaka Bell 63 Braxton Phelps 65 Andy Lopez-Chavez 67 Sherfield Smith 69 Chase Ambrose 70 Logan Nichols 72 Nigel Keyes 74 David Spain 75 Kevon Langley 78 Ben Swinson 79 Robert Pollock 80 Nazier Jackson 89 Jaheim Pope 90 T.J. Williams 99 Khyric McCloud

POSITIONS MLB, OL OL, DL OT, DE DE, TE OL, DL OL, DL OL, DL C OL, DL DT, OL OL, LB OL, DL OL, DL DL, OL DL, OL OL T, DT CB, WR DE, TE DE, OL DT

YEAR Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. So. So. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr.

HEIGHT 5-9 6-2 6-2 5-11 5-6 5-5 5-10 5-10 6-1 5-9 5-11 5-11 5-9 5-8 5-11 6-2 6-0 5-10 6-1 5-10 5-11

WEIGHT 221 220 220 215 195 185 228 215 235 246 190 235 205 230 220 270 245 165 200 196 260

4B • Wednesday, August 15, 2018

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NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL The Panthers are looking at a rebuilding year in 2018 after losing 18 seniors from last year’s squad to graduation. Compounding the loss of so many players from what was a smaller squad to begin with is the fact that this year’s team has only seven seniors on it.

That leaves Northside with a team of young, unproven players that should improve as the season goes on.

With a squad full of players lacking playing experience, Northside will be relying on Johnathan Clark to be a leading force this year. Last year’s leading rusher, the senior will take on more responsibility this year after being moved to quarterback and having the job of organizing the defensive secondary as a safety.

While the Panthers lack many players who’ve played at the varsity level, head coach Keith Boyd feels they have talent and depth at certain positions, such as running back, meaning they don’t lack options. This should greatly benefit the team, because many players will be asked to play on defense as well. Splitting carries among the team’s many running backs will keep them fresh to play defense as well.

Northside will most likely endure some growing pains this year, as cross-county rival Southside is the only other conference rival returning so few starters from the year before. Clark will have to carry the load as his teammates gain experience if the Panthers hope to make a playoff push.

BY THE NUMBERS

The amount of rushing yards produced by last year’s senior class. Northside is returning last year’s leading rusher in Johnathan Clark, but the Panthers will need someone else to step up and replace the contributions made by players like Raydarius Freeman and Matthew Marslender.

BEFORE THE SNAP

POSITION BREAKDOWNS QUARTERBACK Northside lost last year’s starter Matthew Marslender and his 590 rushing yards and seven touchdowns to graduation, but the Panthers decided to move last season’s leading rusher, Johnathan Clark, to quarterback. Clark, who ran for 728 yards and 4 touchdowns in 2017, brings more raw athleticism and big-play ability to the table, but lacks experience at the position. Clark won’t be asked to throw the ball often, but his ability to read the defense on option plays will be crucial to the offense’s success.

Carter Boyd and Zach Green will serve as backups.

OFFENSIVE LINE As one of the position groups with the most playing experience, and two of the team’s seven seniors, the offensive line will be key to Northside’s success this year. Senior right tackle Samuel Arias returns from last year’s squad, along with left tackle Matthew Adams and left guard Trent Linton, to lead the line and the team. Joining them in the trenches this year will be junior Austin Cratch at center and senior Parker Alligood at right guard.

RUNNING BACK Northside graduated five of its six top rushers from last year — including Raydarius Freeman, who had a team-high 10 touchdowns. Last year’s leading rusher, Johnathan Clark has also been moved to the quarterback position, leaving the Panthers with very little experience at the running back spot.

Northside will take the running back by committee approach, with Chandler Nimons, Tyshawan Roberson, Zakkai Wilson and Tyler Turner splitting time at wingback, while Kenneth Winfield, Omari Crandell and Fred Taylor will share carries at fullback.

WIDE RECEIVER The Panthers don’t throw the ball all that much in their offense. But when they will throw this season, they will move their wingbacks outside to use as receivers. When lined up outside, guys like Tyshawan Roberson, Zakkai Wilson and Tyler Turner, who’re all at least 6-foot-1, can use their height and athleticism to win one-on-one matchups.

TIGHT END The tight end position is another that will be lacking in playing experience in 2018. Gone from last year’s squad are Parker Boyd and Dawson Jackson, who both graduated. Taking their spots will be Carter Boyd and Darius Midgette, who’ll often be on the field together, as Northside likes to use dual tight end formations. Both Boyd and Midgette will be asked to block often in Northside’s run-heavy attack, but can contribute in the passing game as well.

DEFENSIVE LINE After showing flashes at defensive end as a sophomore making 30 tackles, including 2.5 tackles for loss, Zakkai Wilson is looking to make a big impact in 2018 using his length at 6-foot-3 and athleticism.

Zach Green will man the other defensive end spot, while Micah Spencer and Jon’malik Freeman will use their mass at 230 pounds and 330 pounds, respectively, to clog up the interior and stuff the run.

Parker Alligood will rotate in at defensive tackle as well.

LINEBACKER Linebacker is probably the position where Northside was hit hardest, in terms of lost production.

Gone are Cameron Cahoon (115 tackles), Patrick Boyd (103) and Raydarius Freeman (52), the team’s leading tacklers from a year ago. Junior Clark O’Neal looks ready to take a bigger role after making 36 tackles and 6 tackles for loss, which was just one behind Cahoon and Boyd for the team lead in that category. Sophomore Fred Taylor and junior Trent Linton will join O’Neal at linebacker after getting little game time last season.

COLORS: Black, white, silver STADIUM: Bing Mitchell Stadium CONFERENCE: 1-A Coastal Plains HEAD COACH: Keith Boyd (at Northside and overall: 50-88) STAFF: Walt Davis (defensive coordinator, QB, ILB), Jay Mason (RB, CB), Ernie Cornelius (OL, OLB), Jason Adams (OL, DL), Chris Bollow (JV head coach).

LAST CONFERENCE TITLE: 1992 RETURNING STARTERS: 2 offense, 5 defense PLAYERS TO WATCH: QB/S Johnathan Clark, DE/WB Zakkai Wilson, OT Samuel Arias, WB/ CB Tyshawan Roberson, ILB/FB Clark O’Neal

RISING STAR

Junior ZAKKAI WILSON played mostly as a defensive end last year, while also getting nine carries for 47 yards. The nephew of former Northside, ECU and NFL player C.J. Wilson will look improve on his 30 tackles from last year, as well as take a larger role in the run game in 2018. At 6-foot-3, 190 pounds, Wilson can use his size and speed to help drive the Panthers’ offense.

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DEFENSIVE BACK The loss of talent at linebacker, combined with the speed and athleticism Northside has in the secondary caused the Panthers to switch to a 4-2-5 defense with three safeties to get as many playmakers on the field. Tyshawan Roberson and James Gorham will man the cornerback spots, while Kenneth Winfield, Johnathan Clark and Chandler Nimons will line up at safety. Northside’s plan is to utilize the speed of its defensive backs to fly around to make plays and swarm ball carriers

SPECIAL TEAMS With both the kicker and punter from last year’s team gone, Omari Crandell is taking over both roles for the Panthers. Johnathan Clark will use his playmaking skills as a punt returner to help place the offense in better field position. Kickoff return duties will be shared among Chandler Nimons, Tyshaswan Roberson and James Gorham, who all have the athleticism to make an impact.

RESULTS

SCHEDULE

(5-7, 3-3 1A COASTAL PLAINS CONFERENCE)

Aug. 17 Aug. 24 Aug. 31 Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2

W L W L L L W L W W L L

vs. Perquimans at North Duplin at Columbia vs. Washington at Manteo at Riverside vs. South Creek vs. Tarboro at Southside at Jones Senior vs. Pamlico County at Southside

22-18 28-12 50-22 36-32 28-0 41-38 14-8 60-0 16-12 56-6 42-6 20-0

at Perquimans North Duplin Columbia at Washington Manteo at Pamlico County * Riverside * Bye at South Creek * at Tarboro * Southside * Jones Senior *

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Wednesday, August 15, 2018 • 5B

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COACH’S CORNER

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THINGS TO LOOK FOR

We’re not extremely fast but we’ve got a little size and we’re strong. So we’re hoping to play some defensive football on the offensive side. Take three yards and be happy. We’re not going to be really flashy but we’re hoping to use our size and strength, and maybe we can outmuscle some people. If we can’t do that, we’re not going to win many.

1. With only two starters returning to its offense, Northside may need a couple of weeks to have everything running smoothly on the offensive side of the ball. On top of that, Johnathan Clark, last year’s leading rusher, is moving to quarterback, so he might need time adjusting to the new position and all its responsibilities.

2. Many of Northside’s weapons on offense will also start on defense. Head coach Keith Boyd and his staff must find a way to effectively rotate their wingbacks and fullbacks in order for them to have enough energy to get stops on defense.

3. Bitter rival Southside is also going through a rebuilding year in 2018. By the time the Panther and the Seahawks face off in the Anchor Bowl on Oct. 26, both teams might already be eliminated from playoff contention. That would lower the game’s stakes, but make both squads even more desperate for a win, so they can end the season on the positive note of defeating their arch nemesis.

— KEITH BOYD

MEET THE PLAYERS

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ROSTER NO. NAME

5 7 12 14 15 16 20 21 22 23 24 31 35 40

Omari Crandell Tyshawan Roberson Johnathan Clark Carter Boyd Zakkai Wilson Fred Taylor Chandler Nimons Tyler Turner Samuel Holland James Gorham Tyler Modlin Kenneth Winfield Rodrigo Perez Clark O’Neal

POSITIONS

FB, S WB, CB WB, S QB, S WB, DE FB, DE WB, S WB, S WB, S WB, CB WB, S FB, S TE, CB TE, ILB

YEAR HEIGHT WEIGHT

Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. Jr. So. So. Sr. Jr. Jr.

5-5 6-1 6-1 5-11 6-3 6-2 5-10 6-1 5-6 5-10 5-11 5-9 5-5 6-2

165 185 170 160 190 230 175 190 145 165 155 180 160 260

NO. NAME

44 45 50 52 53 60 65 72 73 79 83 84 85 97

Wesley Bolin Zachariah Green Parker Alligood Trent Linton Austin Cratch Ben Ridgewell Zion Wilson Samuel Arias Matthew Adams Jon’malik Freeman Christopher Martin Darius Midgette Antonio Brooks Micah Spencer

POSITIONS

QB, C FB, QB, DE G, DE G, ILB C, DT G, ILB OT, DT T, OT OT, DT G, DT TE, CB TE, ILB TE, CB OT, DT

YEAR HEIGHT WEIGHT

Sr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. So. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Sr.

5-7 6-0 5-10 5-8 6-1 5-7 5-11 6-0 5-7 5-11 5-8 6-0 6-1 5-11

160 190 210 185 220 175 225 280 270 330 150 175 160 230

6B • Wednesday, August 15, 2018

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SOUTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL 2018 is a year of change for Southside.

Traditionally a wing-T offense under head coach Jeff Carrow, the Seahawks are modifying their offense and will be running out of pistol and shotgun sets as well. Gone is also the four-man defensive front used so often by Southside, replaced by a 3-4 alignment.

There is also a change in the faces suiting up for Southside. 21 seniors graduated, leaving only five returning starters. That means players like Jonquil Haywood will be leaned upon heavily this season. Haywood is the only running back and defensive back returning with any considerable playing experience and he will be looked at to be a big contributor at both positions.

On the defensive side of the ball, the defensive line is the most experienced unit and will be looked at to help carry the defense. Roberto Tello, Iverson Speller and Colby Curlings will be needed to clog things up in the middle so Southside’s young linebackers and defensive backs can fly around and make plays.

This is a very young and inexperienced Southside team this year. The coaches are trying to make sure the Seahawks are constantly growing and improving, but will it be enough to make the post season in a tough conference?

BY THE NUMBERS

POSITION BREAKDOWNS QUARTERBACK Will Warren is back as signal caller for the Southside offense, giving the Seahawks a returning starter at quarterback for the first time since 2014. A multiple sport athlete, Warren brings some athleticism and scrambling ability, as well as experience and improved arm strength to the table. Head coach Jeff Carrow says sophomore backup quarterback Hundley Stallings is everything a coach wants in a young quarterback. Stallings is quickly picking up the offense and will play at least one series every game.

OFFENSIVE LINE The Seahawks will rely heavily on their offensive line this year, as three of their five returning starters belong to the unit, in Colby Curlings, Dequan Wiggins and Davis Porter. Curlings, considered by his coaches as the team’s best overall offensive lineman, will play at left tackle after starting at center last season. The 6-foot-1, 260-pound junior has impressed the Southside coaching staff with his ability to move for a bigger guy after working on his footwork in the offseason. Wiggins, who Carrow called the strongest kid in school, will help carve out running lanes at right guard, while Porter will play at center. With his 6-foot-4, 317-pound frame, Roberto Tello can prove to be an asset on the line for Southside and sophomore Peyton Twitty looks ready to contribute after impressing in the two preseason scrimmages.

RUNNING BACK Once again the Seahawks’ offense will be based on the running game, but with a modified look. Having used the wing-T offense during Carrow’s tenure as head coach, Southside will switch things up by utilizing some pistol and shotgun formations this year. As the running back with the most experience, Jonquil Haywood will be heavily relied upon. Moved to the “B-back” position in the new pistol/wing-T hybrid offense from wingback, Haywood has impressed his coaches with his vision and toughness running between the tackles. Aeron Wright, Hayden Mayo, Jaheem Carter, Keywon Campbell, Chris Brinkley and Davieon Carter will provide depth in the ground game.

WIDE RECEIVER Not only does Southside have both an experienced quarterback and a young up-and-comer to move the ball through the air, it also has a pair of big targets to make it happen. 6-foot-2 Sion Kinlaw’s crisp route running and big body could see him become a go-to target for Warren. Moved out wide from tight end, 6-foot-4 Hunter Tyler’s sure hands will make him a reliable target in 2018. Described as the team’s best route runner, Richard Shavender is a smaller, quicker receiver like Southside has traditionally had.

TIGHT END The Seahawks won’t use utilize tight ends as much in their modified offense this year. But when they do, expect to see Tyler slide back into his old position. Davieon McCraw will also line up at tight end, but will provide more of a blocking presence for Southside.

DEFENSIVE LINE As the defensive position group with the most experience, it was the defensive line that was the team’s best position group in preseason, despite changing to a 3-man defensive line from a four-man front.

Roberto Tello at nose guard, and Iverson Speller and Colby Curlings at defensive tackle have done a great job adjusting to their new roles. They won’t have flashy numbers or gaudy sack totals, but the defensive line’s ability to clog up lanes and do the dirty work will be crucial to the defense’s success.

The number of returning starters on Southside’s offensive line, the most of any position group. The Seahawks will rely heavily on its offensive line this season, as it is the most experienced group and will be crucial to establish the run game.

LINEBACKER The Southside coaches look at the linebacker position as the team’s biggest challenge, but also the unit they’re most excited about. Two freshmen, Keywon Campbell and Shantez Clark, will start at inside linebacker and both bring a high motor to the position, covering lots of ground. Richard Shavender and Jaheem Carter will man the outside linebacker spots, with Carter filling in for the injured Jamari Nelson. Nelson finished with the second-most tackles on the team last year as a sophomore and will provide a boost to the defense when he returns from injury.

BEFORE THE SNAP

DEFENSIVE BACK One of the position groups with the least amount of experience, the secondary will lean on Jonquil Haywood for veteran leadership. The senior will play cornerback, which he received playing time at last year. Sophomore Aeron Wright will partner Haywood as the other corner. Sophomore Davieon Carter and junior D’Angelo Gracy will line up at safety. While the defensive backs lack experience, they make up for it in speed and athleticism. With Southside’s reliance on Haywood in the running game, the senior won’t play every down at cornerback to preserve his energy. This will test the Seahawks’ depth in the secondary.

COLORS: Navy, teal, old gold STADIUM: The Nest CONFERENCE: 1-A Coastal Plains HEAD COACH: Jeff Carrow (at Southside and overall: 35-20) STAFF: Andrea Quinerly (defensive coordinator, assistant head coach), Kam Rouse (OL, JV offensive coordinator), Davelle Whitney (DB, JV defensive coordinator), David Dixon (LB), Johnny Sullivan (DL), Kenneth Grantham (QB), Stanley Dixon (WR), Sean White (athletic director, stats), Charlie Clark (head manager), Otis Harrell (EMT), Sam Williams (EMT).

SPECIAL TEAMS After missing last season through injury, Luke Matthews returns as kicker. The senior, who also plays soccer for Southside, gives the Seahawks a weapon in the kicking game, which can be a rarity in high school football. Will Warren will serve as punter, giving Southside an option for fake punts with his arm and running ability. Jonquil Haywood, Jaheem Carter and Aeron Wright will be looked at to use their athleticism to make plays in kick returns and punt returns.

RETURNING STARTERS: 5 offense, 0 defense LAST CONFERENCE TITLE: 2005 PLAYERS TO WATCH: RB/CB Jonquil Haywood, QB Will Warren, OL/DT Colby Curlings, WR/LB Hunter Tyler, RB/LB Jamari Nelson.

RISING STAR

Freshmen KEYWON CAMPBELL and SHANTEZ CLARK are starting at inside linebacker right out of the gate. Described by defensive coordinator Andrea Quinerly as “high motor guys”, the duo has surprised the Southside coaching staff with how quickly they picked things up.

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RESULTS

SCHEDULE

(7-6, 2-4 1A COASTAL PLAINS CONFERENCE) W W W W L L L W W L L W L

vs. Ayden-Grifton at Dixon at Perquimans vs. Gates County vs. North Duplin vs. Tarboro at Pamlico County at Jones Senior vs. Riverside vs. Northside at South Creek vs. Northside at North Duplin

26-0 48-24 61-0 40-29 35-6 44-0 29-22 44-0 32-13 16-12 29-24 20-0 35-6

Aug. 17 Aug. 24 Aug. 31 Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2

at Ayden-Grifton Dixon Perquimans at Gates County at North Duplin Bye at Tarboro * Pamlico County * Jones Senior * at Riverside * at Northside * South Creek *

* denotes conference game

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We want to focus on the small things so the big things become easier…As long as they keep growing and keep being coachable one game at a time, one practice at a time, one day at a time, we’re going to be pleased as coaches…We focus a lot on being a family. We say it everyday. We expect them to be able to grow and buy in to the whole team concept and that will be huge for us, especially on a younger team like this Photo by ASHLEY VANSANT

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1. Once again, Southside will be reliant on the running game to move the ball. As the running back with the most experience, Jonquil Haywood will be looked at to carry the load. But Haywood is also the only defensive back with meaningful experience, meaning he will be on the field a lot. Which running back will step up and help share the load with Haywood?

2. With a pair of receivers in Sion Kinlaw and Hunter Tyler who are both at least 6 foot 2, Southside may use Will Warren’s arm to air it out more than the Seahawks have in the past.

3. Junior Jamari Nelson had a great sophomore year as a linebacker, finishing with the second-most tackles on the team, and was set to be the leader of the defense this year. But he went down with a broken leg during the summer. It looks like Nelson will be back by midseason, but how quickly can he get up to speed and back to making the same impact?

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NO. 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 20 21 22 25 28 31 32 33 34 40 44 45

NAME Richard Shavender Yahkiel White Jonquil Haywood Zach Green Jamari Nelson Tynahj Smith Xavior Simmons Caleb Jones Taylor Sion Kinlaw Hundley Stallings Jaheem Carter Will Warren Quamari Blount Brandon Clark Kenjray Cofield Aeron Wright Davieon Carter Chris Brinkley D’Angelo Gracy Shantez Clark Michael Smith Hayden Mayo Dawson McKay Keywon Campbell Jaylon Moore

ROSTER POSITIONS LB, TE DB, RB RB, DB OLB, RB LB, RB WR, CB DB, RB DB, RB WR, LB QB LB, RB QB, FS QB, RB, WR RB, WR, CB RB, C RB, CB, SS FB, LB DB, SE CB, ATH RB, MLB RB LB, OG RB, LB RB, MLB QB, RB, MLB

YEAR HEIGHT WEIGHT Sr. 6-1 159 Sr. 5-8 139 Sr. 5-9 160 Jr. 6-0 175 Jr. 6-1 167 Jr. 5-10 135 Jr. 5-9 140 So. 5-8 150 Sr. 6-2 196 So. 6-0 175 So. 6-1 175 Sr. 6-2 182 Fr. 5-9 135 Fr. 5-11 140 Fr. 5-9 145 So. 5-10 157 So. 5-11 164 Sr. 5-9 145 Jr. 5-9 158 Fr. 5-11 183 Jr. 5-11 188 Sr. 5-9 160 Sr. 5-9 150 Fr. 5-11 201 Fr. 5-10 180

NO. 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 60 61 62 63 65 66 73 74 75 77 78 79 82 83 84 90 99

NAME D.Q. Gorham John Galland Peyton Twitty Quinte Peele Davis Porter Connor Kelly David Albritton Josh Rowe Preston Bauder Stephon Dixon Chris Waters Tyler Sparks Dequan Wiggins Connor Curlings Colby Curlings Rolando Carioga Roberto Tello Ricardo Waldron Iverson Speller Dylan Humbles Hunter Tyler Davieon McCraw Luke Matthews Saybreon Epps

POSITIONS LB, OL T, DE DL, OL DL, OL OL, DL OL, DT DL, OL DE, OL OL, DL G, NG OL, DT OL, LB DL, OL DL, OL OL, DT OL, DL OL, DL G, DT OL, DL DB, WR TE, LB DE, TE K DT, G

YEAR HEIGHT WEIGHT Sr. 5-11 198 Jr. 5-11 180 So. 6-2 225 Jr. 6-0 225 Sr. 5-11 216 So. 5-11 300 Jr. 5-11 225 Jr. 6-1 205 Jr. 5-10 187 Jr. 5-9 200 Sr. 5-8 189 Sr. 5-10 192 Sr. 5-10 316 Jr. 5-10 242 Jr. 6-1 260 So. 5-10 251 Sr. 6-4 317 Jr. 6-4 280 Jr. 5-11 304 Jr. 5-10 160 Sr. 6-4 196 Jr. 6-0 185 Sr. 6-0 143 Jr. 5-8 320

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PUNGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY RAIDERS RETURN TO GRIDIORN

By SEAN FINNERTY Washington Daily News

BY THE NUMBERS

Football is back at3 Pungo. For the first time since the early ‘90s, Pungo Christian Academy will have a varsity football team. The Raiders have had a J.V. squad for the past two years, which helped set the foundation for the varsity’s debut, which will play 8-man football in the NCISAA Colonial Carolina Conference.

Head coach Stacey Keech, who helped out with the J.V. team before taking the reins of the new varsity squad, used this past summer to mold an identity for his team. The Raiders will operate mostly out of the shotgun, with several variations, including a pistol set. On the defensive side of the ball, Pungo will set up in a 3-2-3 and will attempt to put pressure on opposing offenses by utilizing a lot of blitzes.

The Raiders will have a squad of 13 players, meaning several players will have to play on both sides of the ball.

Nate Van Staalduinen, who stars for several of Pungo’s other sports teams,

The number of years Pungo had a J.V football team before starting a varsity squad this year.

The experience gained from playing football should go a far way in helping prepare the Raiders for their first season of varsity ball since the early ‘90s.

BEFORE THE SNAP COLORS: Columbia Blue

will start at quarterback and will serve as a backup cornerback. Keech describes Van Staalduinen as a quick decision maker who has the athletic ability to make plays with his feet.

The Raiders have two running backs that bring different characteristics to the table. Edward Credle, who is a load at 250 pounds, supplies the power to Pungo’s ground game. Ryan Bishop, on the other hand, is light on his feet and has the speed to take advantage of the open space 8-man football provides.

At receiver, Van Staalduinen has two receivers to throw to who have contrasting styles as well. Senior Ben Simmons provides his quarterback with a tall target and has the speed to go deep and likes a lot of contact, according to his coach. Freshman receiver Tristan Mann has very good hands and provides a smaller target that has the agility to evade would-be tacklers.

As this is Pungo’s first year back playing varsity football, there’s only one goal for the team: to have fun out there competing.

STADIUM: Pungo Christian Academy Football Field CONFERENCE: NCISAA Colonial Carolina (8 Man) Conference HEAD COACH: Stacey Keech (Overall and at Pungo: 0-0) STAFF: Ray Hamilton LAST CONFERENCE TITLE: N/A PLAYERS TO WATCH: RB/S Ryan Bishop, WR/LB Ben Simmons, QB/CB Nate Van Staalduinen.

SCHEDULE Aug. 24 Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19

Northeast Academy at Community Christian* Lawrence Academy Community Christian* Halifax Academy at Lawrence Academy* Northeast Academy at Bethel Christian Academy*

PCA has a lot of good volunteers, a lot of good families that donate a lot to the school. We had a lot of help (in starting the program).

Buying the equipment, the gear, the shoulder pads, buying all the uniforms, all of that stuff. There’s a lot that goes into it and a lot of good people (helped)…we’ve had a lot of donations from families to help out.

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EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY East Carolina’s 2017 season was one many Pirate fans would like to forget. It began with a 20-point home loss to a FCS school in James Madison, which was missing several starters due to suspension. It didn’t get any better after that, as ECU went on to lose eight more games, with seven by a margin of 24 points or more.

While the Pirates’ passing attacked ranked as one of the best in the country, the defense was a sieve. ECU’s offense just couldn’t keep up. Simply stated, the Pirates’ defense must improve in order

to be competitive.

Scottie Montgomery is now entering the third year of his tenure as head coach. He’s impressed with his recruiting during his two years in Greenville.

The crown jewel of Montgomery’s recruiting is local product Holton Ahlers, who put up ridiculous numbers at D.H. Conley and was being recruited by Power-5 programs, such as Georgia and Florida.

But at the end of the day, it’s about wins on the field and Montgomery will need to start collecting more.

Second team All-Conference wide receiver

Trevon Brown returns to lead an always-productive group of pass-catchers. Whether it’s Reid Herring, Kingsley Ifedi or Ahlers tossing the pigskin, Brown will assuredly be a go-to target.

ECU has struggled in the American Athletic Conference the last couple of years and hasn’t finished higher than a tie for fourth in its division during Montgomery’s time as coach. Many think that will continue, as the Pirates were picked to finish last in the AAC’s East Division in the AAC Preseason Media Poll.

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541.7: The average number of yards ECU gave up per game last year, which ranked last among all 129 FBS teams. The Pirates had one of the most productive passing attacks in the country last year, in part because they trailed so often and were constantly playing catch-up. In order to pick up more wins, ECU will need to clamp down on the defensive side of the ball and give its offense a fighting chance.

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RESULTS

COLORS: Purple, gold STADIUM: Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium

SCHEDULE

CONFERENCE: American Athletic Conference HEAD COACH: Scottie Montgomery (Overall and at ECU: 6-18)

(3-9, 2-6 AMERICAN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE)

L vs. James Madison 34-14 L at West Virginia 56-20 L vs. Virginia Tech 64-17 W at Connecticut 41-38 L vs. South Florida 61-31 L vs. Temple 34-10 L at Central Florida 63-21 W vs. Brigham Young 33-17 L at Houston 52-27 L vs. Tulane 31-24 W vs. Cincinnati 48-20 L at Memphis 70-13

OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR: Tony Peterson DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR: David Blackwell STAFF: Kirk Doll (special teams), Keith Gaither (WR), Brandon Lynch (CB), Don Mahoney (OL), Shannon Moore (TE), Jason Nichols (RB), Daric Riley (S), Rodrique Wright (DL).

LAST CONFERENCE TITLE: 2009 RETURNING STARTERS: 5 offense, 7 defense PLAYERS TO WATCH: WR Trevon Brown, RB Hussein Howe, OL Garrett McGhin, CB Colby Gore, DE Kendall Futrell

Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 15 Sept. 22 Sept. 29 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10 Nov. 17 Nov. 23

North Carolina A&T North Carolina at Virginia Tech at South Florida * Old Dominion at Temple * Houston * Central Florida * Bye Memphis * at Tulane * Connecticut * at Cincinnati *

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ECU ROSTER NO. NAME POSITION YEAR 1 Deondre Farrier WR Jr. 1 Tim Irvin DB Jr. 2 Kingsley Ifedi QB RS Fr. 2 Michael Witherspoon DB Jr. 3 Anthony Scott RB Sr. 4 Cannon Gibbs LB Sr. 5 Corey Seargent DB Sr. 6 Marcus Holton, JR. DB Sr. 6 Hussein Howe RB Jr. 7 Darius Pinnix RB Jr. 8 Tahj Deans WR So. 9 Reid Herring QB So. 9 Jake Verity PK/P Jr. 10 Leroy Henley WR RS Fr. 11 Blake Proehl WR RS Fr. 12 Holton Ahlers QB Fr. 12 Rowe Mellott DB Jr. 13 Davondre Robinson DB So. 14 Caiden Norman QB RS Fr. 15 Terrell Green WR Sr. 17 Warren Saba DB So. 19 Mydreon Vines WR So. 20 Nolan Johnson DB Fr. 21 Ray Tillman LB Sr. 22 Khalil Barrett DB Fr. 23 Tay Williams RB Fr. 24 Michael Swift DE Sr. 25 Da’Andre Beverly DB RS Fr. 26 Colby Gore DB Jr. 27 Daniel Charles DB Fr. 30 Gerard Stringer LB Fr. 31 Keyshawn Canady RB So.

HT. 6’ 1’’ 5’ 9” 6’ 3” 6’ 1’’ 5’ 9” 6’ 2” 6’ 0” 6’ 0” 5’ 9” 6’ 0” 6’ 2” 6’ 3” 6’ 1’’ 6’ 1’’ 6’ 1’’ 6’ 3” 6’ 0” 6’ 0” 6’ 1’’ 6’4” 5’10” 6’ 1’’ 6’ 2” 6’ 1’’ 5’11” 5’10” 6’ 3” 5’11” 5’11” 6’ 1’’ 6’ 2” 6’ 0”

WT 184 197 222 194 200 228 179 170 180 227 184 197 170 196 180 236 212 201 199 200 186 183 196 215 200 188 246 186 173 180 188 189

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NO. NAME 31 Jeff Onyegbule 32 Trace Christian 32 Damel Hickman 33 Jaren Rainey 34 Myles Berry 34 Cam Coleman 35 Jireh Wilson 37 Xavier Smith 38 Bruce Bivens 39 Delvontae Harris 40 Nate Harvey 41 Tony Baird 42 Devon Sutton 43 John Young 44 Kendall Futrell 45 Kenyon Taylor 46 Chance Purvis 47 Anthony Ratliff 48 Cole Nigro 49 Ben Norris 50 Shuan James 51 Aaron Ramseur 52 Dqmarcus Shaw 55 Garrett McGhin 56 Damir Faison 57 Peyton Winstead 58 John Spellacy 59 Chandon Hickerson 60 Erik Lawson 61 Ferbando Frye 62 Travish Hicks 63 Jaison Fournet

POSITION YEAR RB RS Fr. RB RS Fr. DB Fr. DB Fr. DB Fr. RB Sr. LB Fr. LB Fr. LB So. LB RS Fr. LB Sr. DE Jr. DB Sr. P So. DE Jr. DB So. DE So. LS Jr. LB Jr. TE So. DT Sr. LB So. OL Sr. OL Sr. DE Fr. OL Fr. OL So. DE So. LS Jr. OL Jr. OL Jr. OL So.

HT. 5’10” 6’ 0” 6’ 0” 6’ 2” 6’ 1’’ 5’6” 6’ 3” 6’ 0” 6’ 0” 6’ 0” 6’ 1’’ 6’ 3” 5’11” 6’ 0” 6’ 2” 6’ 2” 6’4” 6’ 0” 6’ 1’’ 6’ 3” 6’4” 6’ 1’’ 6’4” 6’6” 6’ 2” 6’ 3” 6’ 1’’ 6’ 3” 6’5” 6’ 3” 6’4” 6’ 1’’

WT 205 217 166 195 213 192 190 239 230 221 225 225 198 200 230 182 232 231 233 233 263 206 303 302 246 287 290 231 310 286 265 292

NO. NAME 67 D’Ante Smith 68 Jack Doyle 69 Noah Henderson 70 Cortez Herrin 73 Matt Morgan 75 Sean Bailey 76 Branden Pena 77 Jordan Johnson 78 Chandler Medeiros 79 Donovan Noel 80 Anthony Watley 81 Andre Pegues 82 Juwan Moody 83 Cam Marshmon 84 Johnny Bogle 85 Jonathon Johnson 86 Will Parin 87 Jonathan Jefferies 88 Trevon Brown 89 Duce Fuller 89 Raequan Purvis 90 Dorian Hardy 91 Caleb Pratt 92 Trey Love 93 Jalen Price 94 Michael Tilley 94 Alex Turner 95 Bennett Boatneg 96 D’Angelo McKinnie 97 Jaray Sampson 98 Brandon Henderson 99 Dalton Montgomery

POSITION YEAR OL Jr. OL So. OL Fr. OL Jr. OL RS Fr. OL So. OL Sr. OL So. DL Fr. OL Fr. TE Jr. WR Fr. WR Fr. WR Jr. TE Fr. WR So. WR RS Fr. WR Jr. WR Sr. WR RS Fr. DT So. DL Fr. PK Sr. DL Fr. DT Jr. PK Fr. DT Jr. DT Sr. DL Fr. TE Jr. DL Sr. TE Jr.

HT. 6’4” 6’4” 6’5” 6’ 3” 6’5” 6’6” 6’ 2” 6’4” 6’ 3” 6’ 3” 6’ 3” 6’ 3” 5’10” 5’ 9” 6’ 2” 6’ 3” 6’ 0” 5’11” 6’ 2” 5’10” 6’ 2” 6’4” 6’ 3” 6’ 3” 6’ 2” 5’11” 6’ 2” 6’ 1’’ 6’4” 6’4” 6’5” 6’6”

WT 295 280 310 328 288 328 288 311 275 295 240 202 165 159 252 196 180 182 215 167 301 246 197 246 297 165 293 290 235 243 272 278

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