James Wood, Sherando Fight For Bragging Rights
James Wood at Sherando
Friday 7:00 pm
Arrowhead Stadium
Match up
The 6-1 James Wood Colonels take on the 7-0 Sherando Warriors Friday to see who is top dog in the Northwestern District. James Wood has not been involved in a game with district title hopes this late in the season in many years. The Colonels past is history and a new team that plays inspired fundamental football is here. Coach Barr and his staff have instilled confidence in this team and they are playing like a team that believes in one another. The Sherando Warriors have been simply dominant this season. Whatever match up or style of football that has been placed in front of them the Warriors have responded in winning fashion. Expect kickoff for this game to be filled with excitement and emotions for the players and fans.
Keys to the Game
James Wood
1.Control the game clock by sustaining long drives.
2 .Win individual battles along the offensive line
3 .Keep RB David Hoopengarner under 100 yards rushing
Sherando
1.Jump on James Wood early to eliminate confidence
2.Continue to stay balanced in play calling- run/pass ratio
3.Force James Wood into third and long situations
Players to Watch
Sherando's Lineman Joey Christine is a stud on both the offensive and defensive lines. Christine rarely comes out of the game and has proven that one player cannot block him. Expect #56 to be a force on the line.
James Wood Lineman Cary Shannon plays like a man among boys. At 6'5" 305 Shannon has dominated the play of the line all season. Offenses have chosen to run away from the talented senior because of his size and strength.
Christine and Shannon might be the most dominant lineman in the Gameday area. If #63 and #56 lock up on Friday expect the ground to shake.
Outlook
Sherando has positioned itself in the driver's seat of the Northwestern District. I expect Coach Hull and the Warriors to continue to play smart and aggressive football which has led them to an undefeated record. James Wood is eager to prove to the public that they are solid football team and deserve to be talked about for the district title. When these teams meet on Friday throw the past history out the window. Both teams are talented ball clubs who Believe they can win this ball game.
