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BRAMBLETON, VA-- Things sure do seem different at Briar Woods' training camp. True, they only lose four starters from last year, but not having them on the field drastically changes the landscape of things. First and foremost is the departure...

Derek Lecomte www.GamedayMagazine.com BRAMBLETON, VA-- Things sure do seem different at Briar Woods' training camp. True, they only lose four starters from last year, but not having them on the field drastically changes the landscape of things. First and foremost is the departure of quarterback Alex Munro. Not seeing him out on the field sure was different, but it gave us a chance to look at his successor, Austin Frattali. Frattali may be completely green, but with Briar... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5566 2008-08-04T05:54:58Z 2008-08-04T19:04:11Z

The calendar turns to August, which means one thing for high school football players. It's training camp. The payoff for all the hard work in August doesn't come until December or January, which makes the work in camp all that...

Justin Hite: Gameday Magazine Senior Editor http://www.GamedayMagazine.com The calendar turns to August, which means one thing for high school football players. It's training camp. The payoff for all the hard work in August doesn't come until December or January, which makes the work in camp all that much tougher. Some guys like the month worth of camp but for others there are things that are as close too unbearable as it comes. Here are Gameday Magazine's top ten worse things about training... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5565 2008-08-04T05:35:01Z 2008-08-04T08:46:00Z

Like every offseason, the coaching carousel goes round and round and we're left with a whole bunch of mixing and matching. It's become a fact of life in high school football and we've come to expect it. Yet no matter...

Derek Lecomte www.GamedayMagazine.com Like every offseason, the coaching carousel goes round and round and we're left with a whole bunch of mixing and matching. It's become a fact of life in high school football and we've come to expect it. Yet no matter what the situation or whomever the coach may be, they all have the same expectation and desire: TO WIN. Now, it's something easier said than done, but every new head coach brings with them a... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5564 2008-08-04T05:01:41Z 2008-08-04T08:32:49Z

If you want to find a passionate football fan, find one that loves scrimmages. Since it's the best way of looking into the future, passionate fans love these early pre-season games. While we know they mean absolutely nothing, we still...

Derek Lecomte www.GamedayMagazine.com If you want to find a passionate football fan, find one that loves scrimmages. Since it's the best way of looking into the future, passionate fans love these early pre-season games. While we know they mean absolutely nothing, we still want to believe they matter. It is, after all, the only football we've seen since December, so we go crazy for it. It's like finding a hungry bunch of third graders and telling them you'll... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5563 2008-08-04T04:38:58Z 2008-08-04T08:32:49Z

STERLING, VA-- TCC Sports is excited to annouce the addition of three more partner schools to the Gameday Radio Network. This fall, Gameday Radio listeners will be able to follow the Westfield Bulldogs, Briar Woods Falcons, and Heritage Pride each...

Derek Lecomte www.GamedayMagazine.com STERLING, VA-- TCC Sports is excited to annouce the addition of three more partner schools to the Gameday Radio Network. This fall, Gameday Radio listeners will be able to follow the Westfield Bulldogs, Briar Woods Falcons, and Heritage Pride each week online live, and on-demand. The Bulldogs, Falcons, and Pride will join Stone Bridge, Park View, Broad Run, Oakton, Chantilly, Liberty, and Sherando each week on the Gameday Radio Network. TCC Sports continues to expand... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5561 2008-08-04T04:26:15Z 2008-08-04T16:51:21Z

The night before training camp is like Christmas Eve for every local high school football player and coach. The anticipation for the start of training camp is one of a kind. Few coaches and players will tell you that they...

Andy Hayes - Publisher & Senior Editor www.GamedayMagazine.com The night before training camp is like Christmas Eve for every local high school football player and coach. The anticipation for the start of training camp is one of a kind. Few coaches and players will tell you that they sleep well the night before, and for good reason. The start of a new season is refreshing. Everyone is undefeated, and every coach tells their team that this is the year they will win the... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5562 2008-08-04T04:25:15Z 2008-08-04T09:23:04Z

STERLING, VA - For the second consecutive year, TCC Sports hosted the 2008 Gameday Football Media Day at Joe's Pizzaria in Sterling. The event featured coaches from Loudoun, Fairfax, Winchester, and Fauquier County high schools. Despite the fact that Media...

Andy Hayes - Publisher & Senior Editor www.GamedayMagazine.com STERLING, VA - For the second consecutive year, TCC Sports hosted the 2008 Gameday Football Media Day at Joe's Pizzaria in Sterling. The event featured coaches from Loudoun, Fairfax, Winchester, and Fauquier County high schools. Despite the fact that Media Day stretched 6 hours, the local media, including those of us from Gameday, left the event feeling energized about the upcoming season. Our video coverage will begin online on August 4th and continue over the... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5553 2008-08-02T17:12:28Z 2008-08-05T02:52:49Z

ASHBURN, VA - Stone Bridge High School standout, and rising senior outfielder, Johnny Bladel, committed to play baseball for the James Madison University Dukes this week. Bladel, who last season set new Stone Bridge single season records with a .471...

Wire and Staff Reports http://www.gamedaymagazine.com ASHBURN, VA - Stone Bridge High School standout, and rising senior outfielder, Johnny Bladel, committed to play baseball for the James Madison University Dukes this week. Bladel, who last season set new Stone Bridge single season records with a .471 batting average, and 27 RBI's, and garnered Liberty District Co-Player of the Year, 1st Team All Northern Region, 2nd Team Washington Post "All Met", All State Honorable Mention (by the Coaches), and a VA recruiting... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5535 2008-08-02T05:01:33Z 2008-08-04T06:49:25Z

Because of Connie Keyes' late husband Willis, dozens of people have gotten a second chance at their careers - and their lives. Two of his heart valves beat in the chests of infants in New York and Los Angeles. His...

Jason Norman - Gameday Magazine Senior Editor www.GamedayMagazine.com Because of Connie Keyes' late husband Willis, dozens of people have gotten a second chance at their careers - and their lives. Two of his heart valves beat in the chests of infants in New York and Los Angeles. His ligaments have helped to rebuild the Achilles tendons of two athletes. His tissues have helped three people through brain surgery, and his bones have aided in over 50 grafts. Ever since a pulmonary embolism stole... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5552 2008-08-01T07:25:42Z 2008-08-04T06:49:25Z

Jared Green knows that his dad, Darrell, is a local legend. He's been idolized, worshiped and loved by everyone in the DC area. If Northern Virginia ever had its own folk hero or icon, then Darrell Green would be it....

Derek Lecomte www.GamedayMagazine.com Jared Green knows that his dad, Darrell, is a local legend. He's been idolized, worshiped and loved by everyone in the DC area. If Northern Virginia ever had its own folk hero or icon, then Darrell Green would be it. "He was really just a great role model for the kids and especially for the area because so many athletes are getting into a lot of trouble, which isn't exactly what mom and dad want... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5538 2008-07-30T00:51:52Z 2008-08-04T06:49:25Z

I have often dreamed, of a far off place Where a hero's welcome would be waiting for me Where the crowds will cheer, when they see my face And a voice keeps saying, this is where I'm meant to be...

Jason Norman - Gameday Magazine Senior Editor www.GamedayMagazine.com I have often dreamed, of a far off place Where a hero's welcome would be waiting for me Where the crowds will cheer, when they see my face And a voice keeps saying, this is where I'm meant to be Imagine being trapped inside your own body. No way to speak, to move, to swallow, to even breathe on your own. Think about living in that prison for years at a time - as a... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5539 2008-07-29T05:27:16Z 2008-08-04T06:49:25Z

The first event of the 2008 season is set to take place on Tuesday with Gameday's second annual Media Day event. Schools spanning Loudoun, Fairfax, Frederick and Fauquier counties will be on hand, making up a total of 20 schools....

Derek Lecomte www.GamedayMagazine.com The first event of the 2008 season is set to take place on Tuesday with Gameday's second annual Media Day event. Schools spanning Loudoun, Fairfax, Frederick and Fauquier counties will be on hand, making up a total of 20 schools. Not only will four counties be represented at Media Day, but they will be making up a total of two classifications, three regions, and six districts. With the increased amount of coaches speaking at Media... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5536 2008-07-28T06:56:40Z 2008-08-04T06:49:26Z

Up until late June, Caitlin Pettit seemed to have it together more than most soon-to-be-adults. Fresh off graduating from Kecoughtan High, the bubbly Hampton teenager was ready to follow in her family's career footsteps. Already a volunteer firefighter, Caitlin hoped...

Jason Norman - Gameday Magazine Senior Editor www.GamedayMagazine.com Up until late June, Caitlin Pettit seemed to have it together more than most soon-to-be-adults. Fresh off graduating from Kecoughtan High, the bubbly Hampton teenager was ready to follow in her family's career footsteps. Already a volunteer firefighter, Caitlin hoped to head into the local firefighting corps, just as her mother, aunt, and uncle had done in the past. But in seconds, everything changed. On June 23, Eddie Van Es was on a Peninsula Pilots... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5515 2008-07-25T10:48:01Z 2008-08-04T06:49:26Z

As the final day of the Elite 11 came to a close, Bryn Renner was going to make sure he would leave his mark before all was said and done. While just missing out on the most accurate passer award,...

Derek Lecomte www.GamedayMagazine.com As the final day of the Elite 11 came to a close, Bryn Renner was going to make sure he would leave his mark before all was said and done. While just missing out on the most accurate passer award, Renner was named the most improved player at the camp. "That's the whole goal of coming out here is to get better, make sure I'm being a better quarterback," said Renner. Aside from Renner's most... tag:gamedaymagazine.com,2008://1.5513 2008-07-24T11:05:42Z 2008-08-04T06:49:26Z

When it was announced Bryn Renner would be competing in the Elite 11, it of course came as big news. Originally a three-star quarterback, he was listed as a long shot to ever make the camp. Yet after outperforming all...

Derek Lecomte www.GamedayMagazine.com When it was announced Bryn Renner would be competing in the Elite 11, it of course came as big news. Originally a three-star quarterback, he was listed as a long shot to ever make the camp. Yet after outperforming all the competition at the Las Vegas qualifying event, Renner made the cut. So how could he possibly outdo himself? Well, try outshining the rest of the Elite 11 class. When it comes to accuracy in...