2008 Prep Football Preview

Football 2008

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In the beginning of the twentieth century, Jim Thorpe, a Native American (raised Sac) who was born in 1888, was at Carlisle Indian Industrial School. He proved to have great athletic talent. Though he participated in track and field, he also played lacrosse and baseball. However, his first love was football. Thorpe helped his team at Carlisle win unprecedented football victories against the University of Pennsylvania and Harvard. In one game against West Point, a young player named Dwight Eisenhower injured his knee in a vain effort to tackle Jim Thorpe. In 1912, Thorpe qualified for the U.S. Olympic team in both the decathlon and pentathlon events at the Fifth Olympiad in Stockholm, Sweden. Of fifteen component events, Thorpe won eight events and received two gold medals. The King of Sweden reportedly told Thorpe that he was, “…the greatest athlete in the world.” The Native American athlete was given a ticker tape parade on Broadway in NYC upon his return. However, an investigation by the Amateur Athletic Union showed Thorpe had played semiprofessional baseball in 1909 and 1910. He was deprived of his Olympic gold medals.

From 1955 on, the Jim Thorpe Trophy has been awarded annually to the most valuable player in the NFL. In 1983, after the restoration of his amateur status by the Olympic Committee, Thorpe’s Olympic gold medals were awarded to his family. Today, Jim Thorpe is indeed recognized as one of the greatest athletes of the twentieth century. Our best to all who are working in athletics this school year in Douglas County.

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South Umpqua The Lancers will try to overcome injuries that have already struck the roster Page 6

Sutherlin The Bulldogs are young aftermaking a run to the Class 4A quarterfinals last year Page 7

Glide The Wildcats come into 2008 with a new attitude and a new team. Page 8

Reedsport The Braves have speed and athleticism across the board Page 9

Glendale Jim Stever takes the helm for longtime coach Steve Prock Page 9

Oakland The Oakers look to build on a miracle 2007 season Page 11

Yoncalla The Eagles look to Yoncalla grad Shane Mast to rebuild a once-mighty program Page 11

Camas Valley An unprecendted turnout boosts the hopes of the Hornets Page 12

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Roseburg rewriting the playbook for 2008 Indians looking for more consistency after 5-5 year DAN JONES The News-Review With two new quarterbacks in his newest deck of cards, Roseburg High head coach Thurman Bell has kept his depth chart as fluid as his playbook early on. The Indians’ 23-21 seasoning-opening loss to Gresham was both a launch pad and test site for the program. Bell sent out most of his Thurman Bell: arsenal and Enters 38th year shuffled often that evening so with Roseburg that he could get a better sense of what his team’s identity will be in 2008. “Now we will try to solidify who we want to go with and what we want to do,” Bell said. Roseburg was inconsistent last

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Linebacker Alex Daniels attempts to break through during the Orange and Black scrimmage at Roseburg High School recently. The Indians have made 16 straight playoff appearances. year, failing to win back-to-back games but showing excellence in spurts. The team staged a lastminute victory over then-No. 10ranked Grants Pass at Finlay Field in its regular season finale to seal third place in the South-

west Conference and earn a home game in the first round of the Class 6A state playoffs. The Indians lost 55-28 to Lincoln. Jake Johnson, last year's signal caller, was invaluable to Roseburg. The all-SWC honorable

mention pick leaves after completing 62 percent of his passes for over 1,800 yards and 16 touchdowns and was the Tribe's biggest running threat at just 5foot-10 and 160 pounds. In total, the Indians lost 26 seniors, but return 12 varsity lettermen this year. First-team all-SWC returner Nolan McGinnis moves from defensive back to starting quarterback. He is the first of Bell’s quarterbacks to go both ways since Jake Cookus — who played at Oregon State University — in 1996. McGinnis last played the position as a freshman. Bell said the 5-11, 185-pounder is athletic and fast. “I will never chew Nolan out for running the football,” Bell said. Junior Thaddeus Davis, a 5-10, 150-pounder, will play behind McGinnis. “As his name implies, he’s a bright kid,” said Bell, who used both QBs last Friday. “His execution is good (but) he’s not as physical.”

Bell has four running backs he’s confident in, including junior Derek Priestley, who is one of six players fresh off a successful American Legion summer baseball season with Dr. Stewart’s. The 190-pounder converted from wide receiver to halfback after returning this fall with several extra pounds of muscle. Senior Joe Hennricks (6-0, 195), junior Lucas Corder (6-2, 195) and senior Josh Weaver (5-11, 178) are all capable of big years, Bell said. Juniors Mitch Huff (6-1, 160) and Brandon Jackson (6-1, 170) are two of the Indians’ top receivers, while seniors Dakota Cavens (6-3, 180) and Aaron Resco (6-0, 175) are their top tight ends. Senior Matt Thomson (6-1, 180), who missed the opener with a sprained knee, plays wid receiver and free safety. One concern for Roseburg is depth on the offensive and defensive lines — Jordan Guthrie (6-2, 250) and Seth Melvin (6-0, 232) Turn to INDIANS, page 15

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Wednesday, September 3, 2008–The News-Review, Football Preview, Roseburg Oregon, Page 5

A familiar name takes the reins at Douglas Joe Polamalu promoted from assistant position after Rick Taylor left for North Bend TOM EGGERS News-Review Sports Editor WINSTON — Can the Douglas High football team get over the hump this year? Most observers who follow the Far West League believe the Trojans, under firstyear head coach Joe Polamalu, will be improved and have a chance of contending for one of the league’s three state playoff berths. But Douglas hasn’t been able to get the job done in recent years, losing 18 of its last 20 Joe Polamalu: Played at Douglas Far West games. The and Oregon State Trojans will need to win at least three league games to advance to postseason play. Polamalu, a former Douglas player who played two years at Roseburg and went on to play at Oregon State, was encouraged with his team’s work in the weightroom over the summer. He hopes that will show

on the playing field. “We have a good core of kids,” said Polamalu, who returns 14 starters. “They’re competitive kids. I’m not worried about them being competitive, but success isn’t easy. They’ll have to earn everything they get.” The Trojans opened their season last Friday on the road with a 7-0 non-league loss to Phoenix. A turnover by the Douglas offense in the first quarter led to the only touchdown of the contest. Polamalu was pleased with the play of the defense, but admitted the offense has plenty of things to iron out. The Trojans finished with around 100 yards of total offense. Among the top returnees for the Trojans are seniors Mike Ruppert (6-0, 210) and Jacob Neilsen (5-11, 170), and junior Bryson Norton (6-0, 165). Ruppert was a first-team all-league offensive lineman and honorable mention linebacker last year, but Polamalu moved him to fullback in the one-back set in order to have a more punishing runner in the backfield. “He has good size, good feet and is pretty explosive,” the coach said. “His motor

2007: 1-8, 1-4 Far West League (fifth). Head coach: Joe Polamalu (first year, 0-1). Assistants: Barrett Smith, Trent Drake, Kevin Lee, Brian Digby, Kerry Dwight, Mickey Calvert, Jeremy Stoffal, T.J. Caughell, Chris Pinell. Returning starters: Offense 7, defense 7. Players to watch: Tyler Barker, Sr., G; Kameron Bratlie, Jr., C; Tyler Clark, Sr., RB/DB; David Froude, Jr., WR; Kyle Meals, Sr., T; Jacob Neilsen, Sr., QB/LB; Bryson Norton, Sr., WR/DB/P; Mike Ruppert, Sr., RB/LB; Jered Stoffal, Jr., RB/DB; Daryl Watson, Sr., T; Derek Watson, Sr., G; Matt Williams, Jr., LB; Sky Woods, Jr., RB/DB; Paul Polamalu, Jr., QB; Mason Vosika, Jr., OLB; Ricky Cortez, Soph., FB; Tim Urista, Sr., K. Strengths: Running backs, wide receivers, defensive backs. Question marks: Depth in all areas.

Schedule Aug. 29 at Phoenix Sept. 5 Elmira Sept. 12 at Myrtle Point Sept. 19 at Illinois Valley Sept. 26 at Pleasant Hill Oct. 3 Siuslaw* Oct. 10 at Brookings* Oct. 17 Sutherlin* Oct. 24 South Umpqua* Oct. 31 at North Bend*

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Injuries limiting S.U. in preseason last season. Smedley, who received honorable mention all-league, has been slowed by a hip injury and didn’t start the opener. Sophomore Josh Kennedy (5-10, 145), who injured his TOM EGGERS right index finger after getting the start News-Review Sports Editor against Hidden Valley, will be Smedley’s backup. TRI CITY — Minus their feature running “Ryan is one of our best running backs,” back, the South Umpqua Lancers are going to the coach said. “He could also play some slot need contributions from others if they expect for us if he has to.” to keep their heads above water in the Far Senior Triton Crane (5-9, 165) is the startWest League this year. ing tailback, and juniors Jake Hill (5-9, 165) Bo Younker, a second-team all-league selection who gained over 900 yards last year and Rory Costello (5-11, 175) will see time at fullback. Hill was S.U.’s leading rusher in the as a junior, won’t be available for his senior opener with 78 yards on nine carries, includseason after recently having jaw surgery. ing a 65-yard touchdown run in the second That’s a big blow for the Lancers, who have quarter. only seven players over 200 pounds on their Senior Clayton Lent (6-1, roster. 200) will contribute once he “We’ll miss Bo big-time,” gets healthy. The second-team admitted South Umpqua secall-league linebacker is out the ond-year coach Kevin Hubfirst two games with a disc bard. “I don’t know if we can I told the kids I’m injury. replace him, but we have some The line will be anchored tired of being happy kids working hard. They’ll by junior tackle Kaden have to pick up the slack.” with just being McFarland (6-4, 230), who The Lancers return 13 competitive. It’s time received honorable mention. starters off last year’s team that to win some games. At the wide receiver positions, went 1-9 overall and finished the Lancers have seniors Ky last in the Far West at 0-5. Kevin Hubbard Schoonhoven (5-6, 130), Hubbard says the ’08 team, S.U. head caoch Chris Murphy (5-7, 145) and despite its lack of size, has D.J. Flores (5-7, 116), and speed and experience. junior Austin Truitt (5-8, 145). “Last year our goal was to Senior Evan Carroll (6-0, 190) be competitive,” said Hubbard. is at tight end. “I told the kids I’m tired of S.U. will use a 3-5 defense. Costello, an being happy with just being competitive. It’s end, received honorable mention all-league. time to win some games. The kids have been working very hard and I expect them to com- Crane at free safety and Smedley at outside linebacker both return. Senior Dan Heintz (5pete for a playoff spot.” 10, 210), a transfer from Days Creek, and South Umpqua opened its season last Frisenior Nicholas Andersen (5-9, 210) should day on the road with 33-7 non-league loss to help up front. Hidden Valley. The Lancers open Far West play on Oct. 2, Senior Ryan Smedley (5-10, 160) returns at visiting county rival Douglas. quarterback after passing for over 1,000 yards

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SOUTH UMPQUA LANCERS 2007: 1-9, 0-5 FWL (sixth). Head coach: Kevin Hubbard (second year, 1-10). Assistants: Tony Smedley, Mike Johnson, Heath Howington, Bob Feasel, Steve Gale, Scott Baker, Troy Boyd. Returning starters: Offense 6, defense 7. Players to watch: Ryan Smedley, Sr., QB/DB; Ky Schoonhoven, Sr., WR/DB; Triton Crane, Sr., RB/DB; Clayton Lent, Sr., RB/LB; Chris Murphy, Sr., WR/DB; Nicholas Andersen, Sr., G-NG; Kaden McFarland, Jr., T; T.J. Verkuyl, Jr., G; Jim Wilder, Jr., C; Evan Carroll, Sr., TE; D.J. Flores, Sr., DB; Rory Costello, Jr., DE; Chance Crane, Soph., T/DT; Austin Truitt, Jr., WR/DB; Dan Heintz, Sr., FB/DL; Jake Hill, Jr., RB/LB; Alex Hunt, Soph., PK; Thomas Humbert, Sr., OL/LB; Josh Kennedy, Soph., QB; Matt Larson, Sr., WR/DB; D.C. Phillips, Jr., OL/DL. Strengths: Speed, experience. Question marks: Size, strength.

Schedule Aug. 29 at Hidden Valley Sept. 5 Myrtle Point Sept. 12 Marshall Sept. 19 at Marist Sept. 26 Illinois Valley Oct. 3 Brookings* Oct. 10 at Sutherlin* Oct. 17 North Bend* Oct. 24 at Douglas* Oct. 31 at Siuslaw*

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Sutherlin looks to build off strong finish Bulldogs return 10 starters from a state quarterfinal team in 2007 TOM EGGERS News-Review Sports Editor SUTHERLIN — The Sutherlin Bulldogs have some work ahead of them if they plan to return to the Class 4A football playoffs. The Bulldogs, led by quarterback Caleb Trowbridge, rebounded from a 1-4 start and claimed the Far West League’s No. 3 seed in 2007. And that team became the school’s most successful postseason football squad, winning two playoff games — including an upset of third-ranked La Salle in the second round. But Trowbridge and some other key players from that team have used up their eligibility, leaving the ’08 Bulldogs something of a question mark. “Expectations are really high ... I think we’ll be in the hunt and we expect to make the playoffs,” said Sutherlin coach Josh Gary. “The attitudes are really good. We’re a little young, but it’s a good year to make a run in the Far West League because the top teams (Siuslaw and North Bend) lost a lot to graduation. “It looks pretty wide open.” Sutherlin opened its season last Friday with a 14-12 non-league loss to Pleasant Hill at home. The Bulldogs threw two

interceptions and lost one fumble in the contest. The Bulldogs will operate out of a WingT formation this season, with junior Dirk Kats (6-0, 160) taking over at quarterback. Kats had a 3-yard Gary: Installing touchdown run in the a Wing-T offense opener, but Gary likes with Sutherlin his ability to pass the ball. “Dirk does the things Caleb did, but he throws the ball better,” the coach said. “Caleb was an athlete, but I think Dirk can fit into that role.” Senior Jake Gilman (5-6, 145) is the top returning rusher for Sutherlin, but has been slowed by a hamstring injury. Still, he ran well in the opener, one of them a 5-yard TD. Junior wide receiver Tony Guillen (5-7, 170) is among Kats’ targets. Juniors Nick Bradley (6-1, 185) and Brian Andry (6-0, 170) are also capable running backs. Junior James Henry (510, 185), who received honorable mention all-league at running back last year, has been moved to guard. Senior tackle Ryan Fullerton (6-0, 250) is a top returnee up front. Senior Dillon Becker (6-0, 170) was moved from tight end to guard, while senior tackle Vinnie

Bombara (6-3, 215) and sophomore center Eric Gordon (5-10, 240) will be counted on. Gary was pleased with Sutherlin’s defensive effort in the opener. The Bulldogs allowed nine first downs and 180 total yards, and forced a couple of turnovers. Henry, the middle linebacker, will anchor the defense, which will run a 4-3 alignment. Bradley, Becker and junior Ryan Scevers (6-0, 200) will contribute at end. The secondary is young, with sen-

ior free safety Kyle Summers (6-5, 190) and sophomores Chris Mock (5-10, 160) and Kyle Jaukkuri (5-8, 175). Senior Tim Cote (5-9, 160) returns as the kicker. Junior Randy Sessions (5-7, 170) and Summers will handle the punting. The Bulldogs have four more weeks before league play starts, which will allow them to find their best lineups and improve their chemistry. Sutherlin’s Far West schedule begins with a home game against Brookings-Harbor on Oct. 2.

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SUTHERLIN BULLDOGS 2007: 6-7, 3-2 in Far West League (third), def. Scappoose in first round of state playoffs, def. La Salle in second round, lost to Ontario in quarterfinals. Head coach: Josh Gary (fourth year, 17-17). Assistants: Kurt Sorenson, Joe Jaukkuri, Josh Riley, Jake Hughes, Jon Martz, Bill Flora. Returning starters: Offense 5, defense 5. Players to watch: Vinnie Bombara, Sr., T/DT; Ryan Fullerton, Sr., T/DT; James Henry, Jr., G/LB; Brian Andry, Jr., FB/LB; Nick Bradley, Jr., FB/DE; Dirk Kats, Jr., QB/DB; Jake Gilman, Sr., WB/LB; Chris Mock, Soph., WR/DB; Kyle Summers, Sr., TE/DE; Dillon Becker, Sr., G/DE; Eric Gordon, Soph., C/DT; Tony Guillen, Jr., WR/DB. Strengths: Fullbacks, linebackers, offensive line, physical play. Question marks: Unproven QB, defensive backs.

Schedule Aug. 29 Pleasant Hill L, 14-12 Sept. 6 at Cas. Christian 7 p.m. Sept. 12 La Pine 7 p.m. Sept. 19 at North Valley 7 p.m. Oct. 3 North Bend* 7 p.m. Oct. 10 South Umpqua* 7 p.m. Oct. 17 at Douglas* 7 p.m. Oct. 24 Siuslaw* 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at Brookings* 7 p.m. *—Far West League game

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Improved attitude boosts Glide’s hopes ROB McCALLUM The News-Review

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Quarterback Will Hissong throws to receivers at a Glide football practice on Aug. 27. Hissong transfered from Glendale.

GLIDE — Even the best teams take it on the chin every once in a while. And Glide coach Jeff Freeman knows that it’s how a team responds from those setbacks that defines a team. After a promising start to 2007, the Wildcats saw their season unravel amid a five-game skid in which they were outscored 202-12. Granted, those five teams included last season’s 3A and 2A state champions, the 2006 state champion and two other playoff teams. “If you’re around football, that’s going to happen and you’ve got to be able to bounce back,” said Freeman, now in his second year as head coach. “We got behind last year and pulled up the tent. That’s a mentality we’ve been trying to change.” The Wildcats will field a young team, but one with a better attitude than last year, Freeman said. They’ll also stick with the spread offense they used in the last half of 2007. Glendale transfer Will Hissong and sophomore Landon Weimar are compet-

ing to replace graduated quarterback Kyle Fields. Hissong was a two-year starter for the Pirates and Weimar quarterbacked the Glide junior varsity team. “Will has more experience, but LanFreeman: Begins don has had a good second year as summer and is making Glide head coach a good competition out of it,” Freeman said. Glide also lots its top two targets downfield as tight end Jeff Jackson graduated and wideout Robin Bollinger elected not to turn out for football. Senior receivers Brandon Belloir and Ryan Dickenson return with starting experience, and sophomore Drew Vickery is a third option. In the backfield, junior Gabe Forrester moves from fullback into a feature back role and senior Cole Walker will also get carries. Senior tackle Josh Huskey (6-foot-2, 265 pounds) earned all-Sunset recognition last season and is the leader of a young offensive line. Simon Talcott (6-0, 175), Cory Bogg (5-10, 240), Mike Hayter (5-11, 230), Kyle, Rushby (6-1

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235) and Joey Meil (5-11, 225) all saw varsity time as sophomores last year and Mike Camozzi (5-9, 170) came up as a freshman. “Josh was a valuable part of our line last year and is the unquestioned leader of that group this year,” Freeman said. “He’s gone to some camps and done a lot of work in the offseason.” Turn to WILDCATS, page 16

Trojans: Norton and Stoffal anchor secondary Continued from page 5 is always running. He’s built perfect for that position.” Neilsen received honorable mention at quarterback and returns at linebacker. He shared the signalcalling duties with junior Paul Polamalu (5-10, 165) in the opener. “Both of them have their strengths,” the coach said, adding he has confidence in both quarterbacks. Norton made second-team all-

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Polamalu said. “We want to run the ball, but we can’t be afraid to throw the ball.” The coach says the strength of the 4-3 defense is in the secondary with Norton and junior Jered Stoffal (5-5, 140). Juniors Sky Woods (5-9, 150), Mason Vosika (5-11, 165) and Matt Williams (6-2, 165) will contribute at outside linebacker. The Trojans don’t open league play until Oct. 2, when they host county rival South Umpqua.

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Stever filling big shoes in Glendale Reedsport Pirates hope to challenge for playoff berth in MVC DAN JONES The News-Review GLENDALE — While his predecessor tries to remember what life was like before he was a head football coach, Jim Stever is making the game his number one priority as Glendale’s first new coach in nearly 20 years. And Stever’s replacing a local celebrity. “It makes my job look pretty daunting,” Stever said. “But it was easy to fill his shoes because he wanted me to fill them.” Stever accepted the job and, consequently, accepted that 18-year football coach Steve Prock, who accumulated Stever: Former a 128-55 record at GlenWolf succeeds dale, left an enormous Steve Prock set of shoes to fill. For now, Stever’s taken baby steps. Knowing first names was a good start. “I made a point of learning them within the first 48 hours,” Stever said. Prock, meanwhile, is now the vice principal and athletic director at Lakeview High School, where he’ll continue to do some coaching as an assistant. Stever, a 2005 Western Oregon University graduate, was a star football player at Days Creek before shin splints marred his two-sport college career. He’s never been a head varsity football coach, but that’s about all he’s never been. Among other titles he’s held, Stever coached Falls City’s track team in 2005 and Days Creek’s in 2006. He has been the head basketball coach of South Umpqua’s freshman basketball squad for the last two seasons and also coached Days Creek’s Junior High football team last year. He likes what he sees so far from his newest squad.

GLENDALE PIRATES 2007: 4-6, 4-3 Mountain View Conference (third) Coach: Jim Stever (first year). Assistants: Kenny Smith, Bart Rothenberger, Jesse Harden, Gary Prestianni. Returning starters: Offense 5, defense 4. Players to watch: Austin Snelling, Sr., FB/LB,; Steven Hallock, Sr., OL/DL; Dylan Arnpriester, Jr., QB/RB/S/C; Justin Ring, Jr., QB/OL/DB; Jesse Howard, Jr., OL/DE; Jerald McCurdy, Jr., C; Bresnan Williams, Soph., HB/DB; Adam Morningstar, FB/NT/LB; Cam Smith, Sr., WR; Josh Mozingo, Jr., DE/TE; Robbie Henry, Soph., FB/LB. Strengths: Running game, speed. Question marks: Depth, chemistry.

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Schedule Sept. 5 at Glide Sept. 12 St. Mary’s Sept. 19 Oakland* Sept. 26 at Yoncalla* Oct. 3 at Oakridge* Oct. 10 North Douglas* Oct. 17 at Central Linn* Oct. 24 Monroe* Oct. 31 at Riddle*

7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.

* — Mountain View Conference game

“They haven’t won a conference title since 2000, but they’ve always been in the hunt,” Stever said. The Pirates, who fought off injuries throughout the season, lost 8-6 to Nestucca in the first round of 2A state playoffs last year. They finished the season 4-6 overall. At least for now, Stever is considering a two-quarterback pro formation offense featuring converted junior signal caller Dylan Arnpriester and junior Justin Ring, a 6foot, 165-pounder. Arnpriester, who missed most of last season with a broken collar bone, was initially reluctant to shift from recipient as a running back and receiver to a thrower, but Stever said the 5-10, 150-pounder was quickly sold after realizing he’d have the

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Braves, with 13 starters back and more experience, look to move up in the Sunset League ROB McCALLUM The News-Review Hallock: Returns as top lineman for Glendale

4-6, 4-3 Mt. View (tied for third) Glide 34, Glendale 20 St. Mary’s 19, Glendale 12, OT Glendale 26, Yoncalla 12 Oakridge 34, Glendale 6 Glendale 21, North Douglas 0 Glendale 12, Central Linn 6, OT Monroe 20, Glendale 16 Oakland 41, Glendale 12 Glendale 39, Riddle 14 2A state playoffs Nestucca 8, Glendale 6

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ball in his hands just as much. Expect the Pirates — a team with six seniors, including three without experience — to experiment with a mix of passing and running. Senior fullback/halfback/ guard Austin Snelling, a second-team MVC selection, should be a focal point of their ground assault and will be used more generally as a utility player. Junior Adam Morningstar is Glendale’s 5-11, 190-pound fullback. Senior Steven Hallock, a 6-4, 245-pound lineman, is the offense’s only other returning secondteamer. “I know we’ve been a running team in years past,” Stever said. “I want maybe 70 percent running, but a successful 30 percent passing, or more.”

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REEDSPORT — As both the head coach for Reedsport football and track and field, Steve Chase is fairly used to plugging his top sprinters into skill positions on the gridiron, and vice versa. What has Chase and the Braves excited for 2008 is that most of the rest of the team — including linemen and linebackers — are sprinters, too. “We have a ton of speed and athleticism,” said Chase, entering his second year on the sideChase: Likes lines. “I have all five speed, athleticism kids from my state of 2008 team placing 4x100 relay team on the field somewhere.” Of that quartet, which placed sixth at the Class 3A state championships in May, the Braves will get their starting quarterback (Adam Chase), receivers (Cory Christoffersen and Kole Freestone) and main blocking back (Keelan McDuffy). Reedsport went 5-5 last season and 2-4 in the Sunset League with a roster of mostly juniors and sophomores. “We will definitely be opening up the offense this year as we have a lot of experience,” Chase said. “Last year we had zero skill position experience. Now we Turn to BRAVES, page 15

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Irish have 20 players to work with on their triple option attack DAN JONES The News-Review RIDDLE — He could be talking about last season, this season or 20 seasons from now: Riddle head coach Russell Hobson’s biggest question mark will always be the same. “How many players do you have?” Hobson said. “That’s the constant dilemma of a small school. We had so many injuries and eligibility issues that everybody started at some point last year.” Added starting senior running back/wide receiver Brodie Goldbeck, who injured his shoulder midway through last season: “These things happen every year.” In 2007, Riddle went 2-7 overall and 2-5 in Mountain View Conference play. Hobson watched Glendale beat his squad 39-14 in its Hobson: Begins season finale with a his third year as roster that had dwinRiddle coach dled from 23 to 15 by season’s end. This year, he’s got 20 boys whom he hopes can stay on the field for all nine games. The team, which uses a triple option offense, doesn’t have any returning offensive all-league selections, but brings back a number of talented athletes, including four seniors who started last year. Senior defensive end/offensive guard Franco Moreno (6-foot-4, 275 pounds) and wide receiver-turned-signal caller Brock Goldbeck are all seniors who were second-team selections last season. Brock will start at quarterback, while his brother, Brodie, will fill a starting tailback slot. They’ll stay on the field as defensive backs, which Hobson is just as excited about. “Brock was the starting quarterback last year and there was a learning curve,” Hobson, a 1996 Douglas graduate, said. “We do throw a little and he is athletic ... I feel really good about our defensive backs.” Brock started at wide receiver his freshman and sophomore years. Senior wideout/defensive back Bill Allen rounds out the list of four-year athletes. Powerback/linebacker Blake Barron and guard/linebacker Erik Rice are both juniors with experience. Fullback/middle linebacker Colton Hanson will be seeking redemption after breaking his foot a week before the start of his sophomore Turn to IRISH, page 17

Rice returns after topping 1,000 yards rushing as a junior; Derrick a duel threat at quarterback TAYLOR KANEN The News-Review DRAIN — Jake Rice is an icon at North Douglas High School. Much like Kobe Bryant was the poster-boy for Team U.S.A. in men’s basketball and Ghandi is synonymous with peace, Rice is Warrior football. “He is just a natural running back,” third-year North head coach James Shelton said. “He doesn’t He doesn’t have a have a lot of lot of speed, but speed, but he’s a he’s a power runpower runner that ner that will take it will take it between the tack- between the tackles les and has the and has the ability ability to bounce to bounce outside. to the outside.” As a sophoJames Shelton more Rice ran for on RB Jake Rice 844 yards, but really came into his own last season when he exploded for 1,244 yards on the ground to go with nine rushing touchdowns. “Those numbers are good, but what is really impressive is he compiled those behind some suspect line play,” Shelton said. “He represents North Douglas football, no question.” Now a senior, Rice is looking to improve upon those numbers and help his team improve on its 2-7 overall record from Shelton: Coach 2007. The 5-foot- 8, pleased with 195-pound senior has line’s progress help in the trenches. “Our strength and speed on the line has been our biggest improvement,” said Shelton. Leading the group of lineman will be senior center and three-year starter Will Hollamon (6-0, 200). He’ll play both sides of the ball and is joined by sophomore Zach Welch, who Shelton says is his most

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Third-year Riddle coach Russell Hobson said the Irish must stay healthy in order for them to be successful: “That’s the constant dilemma of a small school,” he said.

RIDDLE IRISH 2007: 2-7, 2-5 MVC (sixth). Coach: Russell Hobson (third year, 6-12). Assistants: Gary Roy, Darren McMichael, Michael Roy, Derek Moore, Jared Eakin. Returning starters: Offense 7, defense 7. Players to watch: Blake Barron Jr., RB/LB; Erik Rice, Jr., RB/LB; Daryn McNeil, Jr., OL/DL; Zack Reid, Soph., OL/DL; Bill Allen, Sr., WR/DB; Brock Goldbeck, Sr., QB/DB; Brodie Goldbeck, Sr., RB/DB; Franco Moreno, Sr., OL/DL;; Colton Hanson, Jr., FB/LB; David Harris, Jr., OL/DL; Kyle Kremer, Soph., OL/DL; Cody Johnson, Soph., WR/DB; DJ McKenna, Fr., FB/LB; Tyler Stanley, Fr., RB/DB. Strengths: Athletic ability, youth. Question marks: Depth, avoiding injuries.

Schedule Sept. 6 at St. Mary’s Sept. 12 Glide Sept. 19 Oakridge* Sept. 26 at No. Douglas* Oct. 3 at Oakland* Oct. 10 Yoncalla* Oct. 17 at Monroe* Oct. 24 Central Linn* Oct. 31 Glendale*

7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.

*—Mountain View Conference game

Results Riddle 2-7, 2-5 Mt. View

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St. Mary’s 6, Riddle 0, 2 OT Glide 48, Riddle 7 Riddle 20, North Douglas 13 Oakland 42, Riddle 18 Riddle 15, Yoncalla 14 Monroe 56, Riddle 8 Central Linn 46, Riddle 0 Oakridge 39, Riddle 0 Glendale 39, Riddle 14

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Oakland sets out to defend MVC title All-conference quarterback Adams returns for Oakers, who lost some talented seniors TAYLOR KANEN The News-Review

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Quarterback Nathan Adams rolls out in Oakland’s first-round playoff loss to Pilot Rock on November 9, 2007. Adams returns to lead the Oakers as a senior.

OAKLAND — It was quick turnaround for the Oakland High football team in 2007. It took one year for the Oakers to make the move from being an also-ran in the Mountain View Conference to wearing the league crown. A lot of that can be attributed to head coach Dallas Amer, who previously coached at Glide, and the change in attitude he brought with him. Now, Amer has another challenge in front of him: replacing six seniors who earned all-league and all-state honors— and still repeating as conference champions. “It will be difficult,” Amer said. “But these kids have been putting in the time on the field and in the weight room. They now they have ground to make up. But they are rising to the challenge.” And as far as Amer is concerned, Oakland can’t overlook any team in a conference that the second-year coach says is competitive top to bottom. Monroe and Oakridge can never be discounted, but Amer feels that Central Linn,

Yoncalla, Riddle, and Glendale have made some necessary improvements to put them in the mix as well. “Yoncalla, Glendale, and Central Linn have new coaches,” he said. “So there will be high expectations. And Riddle Amer: Went 9-1 has a lot of talent coming in first season up.” with Oakland The Oakers return a key offensive player in senior quarterback Nathan Adams (5-foot10, 175 pounds), the MVC offensive player of the year as a junior. Oakland also returns four of five starting offensive linemen in seniors Brandon Bumgardner (6-3, 220), Matt Weaver (6-1, 200), and David Dikkers (6-4, 260), and junior center Curtis Tenbrook (6-0, 185). They should provide ample protection for Adams as well as senior running back Ethan Sweeden. Sweeden was stuck behind senior running backs Nic Dodson, Solomon Tuiolosega, and Trevvor Simmons last year, but now 5-foot-10, 195-pound bruiser has a chance to shine behind an experienced offensive line. Turn to OAKERS, page 17

Yoncalla looks to Mast to get Eagles flying high again YONCALLA EAGLES TAYLOR KANEN The News-Review

YONCALLA — Most coaches would be pulling their hair out trying to figure out how to replace a 1,000-yard rusher who has a nose for the end zone. But J.J. Mast, who swapped head coaching positions with Bill Shaw — the former Yoncalla mentor now coaching at Elkton — isn’t worried about losing first-team allconference running back Caleb McDaniel. In a way, he is relieved. That’s because Mast has found the perfect remedy: team play. “Now we have to win as a team,” Mast, who coached at Elkton the past three years, said. “Last year they would look to McDaniel to win games. This year we need three or four players to step up … We have a good core group of athletes that will give us balance.” The reins to the offense were given to sophomore quarterback Colton Kingery (5-foot-7, 130 pounds), forcing the youngster to grow up quickly, something Mast says he has done admirably. Kingery’s top targets will be three seniors. Kyle Arter (5-10, 215) will line up as a tight end, Evan duBellier (6-4, 180) will

use his height as an advantage outside and Tyler Whiting (5-9, 150) is a transfer from Siuslaw who has blazing speed. Whiting will be used as a utility player to take advantage of his speed, Mast: Coached lining up anywhere from a slot receiver to a at Elkton last running back. Taking three seasons most of the handoffs will be senior Blake Randall (5-11, 175). Senior Heath Anson (6-0, 210) will lineup as fullback on offense, but his presence will be more on the defensive side of the ball — literally. “Anson is by far the hardest hitter on this team,” said Mast. Senior Dave Freeman (6-1, 255) will be an anchor for the offensive line and a load to handle on defense. Freshman Tyler Graham (6-4, 240) is tabbed as a tackle, but with his soft hands, may move out to tight end. Mast figures to take full advantage of all Turn to EAGLES, page 17

League/Classification: Mountain View Conference, 2A. 2007: 0-9, 0-7 MVC (eighth). Head Coach: J.J. Mast (first year). Assistants: Shawn McHaffie, Shane Mast, Nathan Gordon, Adam McHaffie, Dave Pettit. Returning Starters: Offense 6, defense 6. Players to watch: Colton Kingery, Soph., QB; Kyle Arter, Sr., TE/LB; Blake Randall, Sr., RB; Evan duBellier, Sr., WR; Tyler Whiting, Sr., Utility; Dave Freeman, Jr., T/DT; Tyler Graham, Fr., T/TE; Heath Anson, Sr., FB/MLB. Strengths: No impact player, team attitude, balance. Question marks: Depth.

Schedule Sept. 5 Rogue River Sept. 13 at Bandon Sept. 19 at Monroe* Sept. 26 Glendale* Oct. 3 Central Linn* Oct. 10 at Riddle* Oct. 17 Oakridge* Oct. 24 at Oakland* Oct. 31 North Douglas*

7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.

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Hornets have depth to go with experience 17 players have turned out to play football for Camas Valley, the highest number in years ROB McCALLUM The News-Review CAMAS VALLEY — Members of Camas Valley’s senior class have spent most of their eight-man football careers never leaving the field. Ben Carter, Kurt Dever and Howard Wood were among the last eight Hornets standing at the end of the 2007 season, while classmate Mike Barraza sat on the team’s expansive injured list. A return to health for some and an infusion of talent from the freshman class has made for a 17-man roster at the Wolfe: Hornets end of August drills, look to contend and may mean and end for playoff spot of ironman days for the upperclassmen. “For the first time in a while an offensive unit will come onto the field for our defensive unit,” Ninth-year coach Eli Wolfe said. “Our seniors might not know what to think of being taken off the field. They haven’t had to do that in the past.” Attrition over the past two seasons contributed to a series of close losses and doomed playoff hopes, but Wolfe is hoping added depth will leave the Hornets with more weapons in October and November. “When you lose close games like that, it can leave a real sour taste in your mouth,” Wolfe said. “But it only made us tougher and will be help to us this season.” And with a versatile roster, Camas Valley will also be able to add more folds to

their offense playbook and defensive schemes. As many as three players will rotate at quarterback. Of them, Wood (5-foot-9, 185 pounds) and junior Chase Elliott (6-0, 190) possess the size to make the unorthodox switch between from under center to the offensive line. “It may sound crazy to make that switch, but they’re tough, physical kids,” Wolfe said. “They are skilled at quarterback, but got a taste for that contact and want more.” The Hornets graduated all-Skyline League lineman and eight-man All-Star game participant Eli Fisher, but come back with size and athleticism. Junior Aaron Stotler (6-5, 200) and freshman Luke Elliott (5-10, 175) will rotate in with Wood and Chase Elliott. Travis Newman (6-2, 346), Jordan Unicume (5-6, 185) and J.P. Floyd (5-9, 240) add depth. Dever and Carter return with significant experience in the backfield and Barraza’s return from a broken collarbone gives Camas Valley another option. Juniors Nick Andreas, one of the final eight last season, and Blake McGrew, a first-year junior, will start on the offensive ends. Camas Valley is starting to reap the benefits of its junior high football program, now in its third year. Wolfe says incoming freshmen Richard Andreas, Evan Tilton, Ryan Dancer and Luke Elliott will contribute right away. “It’s an athletic class that knows what it’s like to win,” he said. “They’re coming in with good attitudes and they push each other.” Defensively, Wolfe said the Hornets will try a little bit of everything to counteract the many high-flying offenses in the Skyline League. Camas Valley begins an eight-game Skyline League schedule Friday against Gilchrist.

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CAMAS VALLEY HORNETS 2007: 4-4, 4-4 Skyline League (fifth). Coach: Eli Wolfe (ninth year, 26-36). Assistants: Chad Bachmeier, Doug Naugle, Pete Dancer. Returning starters: Offense 5, Defense 5. Players to watch: Kurt Dever, Sr., RB/WR/LB; Ben Carter, Sr., RB/WR/S; Mike Barraza, Sr., RB/WR/LB; Howard Wood, Sr., QB/LB/DL; Chase Elliott, Jr., QB/C/DL; Aaron Stotler, Jr., OL/DL; Nick Andreas, Jr., OL/DL; Blake McGrew, Jr., TE/DL; Jordan Unicume, Soph., OL/DL; Ryan Dancer, Fr., QB/LB; Richard Andreas, Fr., RB/S; Luke Elliott, Fr., C/DL. Strengths: Running backs, size, experience. Question marks: Quarterback, receivers.

Schedule Sept. 5 Sept. 12 Sept. 19 Oct. 3 Oct. 10 Oct. 17 Oct. 24 Oct. 31

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Forman returns to Days Creek sidelines Days Creek head coach Gene Forman speaks to his players at an Aug. 28 practice. Forman has returned to the sidelines after a brief retirement for his 33rd year of high school coaching.

Wolves return mostly intact from a team that advanced to the Class 1A state playoffs in 2007 DAN JONES The News-Review DAYS CREEK — When Gene Forman said he was retired in 2007, he meant it. “Brett Favre had a lot of second thoughts,” Forman said. “I never had that longing feeling.” People told Forman, a winner of 188 games and loser of 129 during his 33-year coaching career at Days Creek and Riddle, that he was going to miss his role in the Aug. 29 at Perrydale L, 54-46 sport. Forman Sept. 5 at Powers* 4 p.m. won’t get the Sept. 12 Butte Falls* 4 p.m. Sept. 26 at Triad* 3 p.m. chance to prove Oct. 4 at Gilchrist* 2 p.m. anyone wrong Oct. 10 North Lake* 3 p.m. either. At least, Oct. 17 Camas Valley* 3 p.m. Oct. 24 at Prospect* 7 p.m. not this year. Word started Oct. 31 Elkton* 2:30 p.m. spreading at the *—Skyline League game county fair. A few Wolves were showing off their pigs 8-3, 7-1 Skyline (second) when the big Days Creek 36, Crow 28 news came their Butte Falls 50, Days Creek 6 way. Mohawk 50, Days Creek 0 “We heard Days Creek 28, Triad 22 Days Creek 40, Triad 28 Forman might Days Creek 34, North Lake 22 Days Creek 20, Camas Valley 14 be coming back,” senior Days Creek 44, Camas Valley 0 Days Creek 38, Powers 30 center Cody Days Creek 24, Elkton 14 O’Sullivan said. 1A state playoffs The call from Powder Valley 44, Days Creek 12 the school superintendent, Laurie Newton, came later in August: “We released (last year’s coach) Jeff Ray. We could use you.” A few days later, Forman was directing an eight-man offense. What the 64-year-old Forman adopted is a team, like the town, that knows him well. The Wolves’ five returning starters and 11

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total returners understand what Forman is all about ... everybody else is getting a good idea. “They knew how it was gonna be,” Forman said. Said senior quarterback Travis Fuller: “You want to work hard for that guy.” The Wolves were fine without Forman last year, though, going 7-1 in the Skyline League en route to a runner-up finish to league champion Butte Falls. The team lost big to Powder Valley, falling 44-12 in the Class 1A state playoffs. This year, Forman said Days Creek's running game and offensive line are solid and its defense speedy, though perhaps

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often in an I-formation offense. “Travis knows what every kid is supposed to do,” Forman said. “Not every quarterback knows what the line is doing, but he is one of those guys.” Senior Bryar Zimmerman, who is 6-3 and 210 pounds, was a first-team selection last season and can play just about anywhere. O’Sullivan and junior center/guard/middle linebacker Chance Walter have logged plenty of time in pads. Kicker/punter Brandon Lane lettered as a freshman at Days Creek before moving

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Elkton returns mostly intact Mack Smith, Mario Celis are among 14 returning starters for the Elks, who have a new coach TAYLOR KANEN The News-Review ELKTON — Three’s company. And it will be a company Elkton High’s new football coach Bill Shaw will be missing. “The biggest transition for me will be figuring out how to compensate for not having three extra guys,” said Shaw, who coached at Class 2A Yoncalla for five years. “You’re still defending the same strip of grass with three less guys.” After stepping down from coaching football at Yoncalla, Shaw was looking to retire from coaching football entirely. That all changed when he was asked by a Shaw: Former friend to fill the Elks’ Yoncalla coach vacant head coaching takes over Elks position left by the departure of J.J. Mast, who ironically, took Shaw’s old job of coaching the Eagles. “I waited until the end of the school year to make my decision, but I’m glad I decided to coach again,” said Shaw. One aspect that should make Shaw’s transition from 11-man to eight-man football easier is he will be keeping much of the same offensive strategy that he used with the Eagles last season. At least initially. The grind-it-out ground-attack the Eagles employed last season is almost identical to what Elkton had run under Mast, so the transition will be easier for both coach and the players. “We’re going to run an I-formation out of the backfield,” Shaw said. “I’m comfortable running the ball a majority of the time. I would hate to dream up too much new stuff without me up to speed on eight-

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ELKTON ELKS 2007: 1-7, 1-7 Skyline League (eighth). Head coach: Bill Shaw (first year). Assistants: Jim Davis, Matt Bragg. Returning starters: Offense 6, defense 6. Players to watch: Mackenzie Smith, Sr., QB/LB; Mario Celis, Sr., RB/DB; Richard Sanchez, Sr., OL/DL; Mat’e Eberhardt, Sr., OL/DL; Brent Whipple, Soph., WR/LB, Bryan Davis, Soph., C/DL. Strengths: Experience, familiar system. Question marks: Speed.

Schedule

Results

Sept. 5 OSSD 4 p.m. Sept. 12 Camas Valley* 4 p.m. Sept. 19 Triad* 7 p.m. Sept. 26 Prospect* 4 p.m. Oct. 3 at North Lake* 3 p.m. Oct. 10 Gilchrist* 3:30 p.m. Oct. 17 at Powers* 4 p.m. Oct. 24 at Butte Falls* 3 p.m. Oct. 31 at Days Creek*2:30 p.m.

1-7, 1-7 Skyline Camas Valley 20, Elkton 6 Triad 34, Camas Valley 28 Elkton 40, Prospect 20 North Lake 44, Elkton 22 Gilchrist 70, Elkton 22 Powers 50, Elkton 24 Butte Falls 43, Elkton 6 Days Creek 24, Elkton 14

*—Skyline League game

man football. “Hopefully, we can attack the edges as the year progresses. We have some talented seniors and sticking to what they know will benefit them the most.” Two seniors that will benefit the most will be quarterback/linebacker Mackenzie Smith (5-foot-10, 165 pounds) and running back/defensive back Mario Celis (6-0, 160). Both players carried a bulk of the offensive and defensive loads as juniors, and look to do much of the same as seniors. “It’s important to keep the ball in the hands of your playmakers,” Shaw said. “So Smith and Celis will get most of the touches.” Relieving some of the workload for the two seniors will be sophomore Brent Whipple, a 6-2 wide receiver, who will stretch the defense with his height and playmaking ability. Whipple will provide different looks, as he can spend time in the

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backfield or under center. Elkton’s line is set and anchored by two seniors: Richard Sanchez (5-10, 260) and Mat’e Eberhardt (6-0, 165), who both will play guard. The third member of the line at center is sophomore Bryan Davis (6-0, 210). “We have a good number of returners, but the one component we don’t have is speed,” Shaw said. “We will combat that with our experience and ball-control.” With a young team, the Elks took a step back last season after the 2006 squad broke a string of 10 straight losing seasons. But by returning 12 starters — six on offense and defense — Elkton is hoping to start a streak of seasons this fall. Elkton is looking to get 2008 off on a good start with four straight home games, including the season opener Friday against Oregon School for the Deaf. Skyline League play opens Sept. 12 against Camas Valley.

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Braves: Will keep defenses guessing by switching stack-I, spread offenses

ROSEBURG INDIANS 2007: 5-5, 3-2 SWC, lost to Lincoln 55-26 in first round of state playoffs. Head Coach: Thurman Bell (38th year, 284-115-1). Assistants: Troy Thompson, Randy Waite, Steve Lander, Mark Engle, Ron Goddall, Bob Walker, Bruce Walker, Dick Hoque, Scott Lovemark, Richie Charles, Jason Baker, Tim Sustaire. Returning starters: Offense 6, defense 7. Players to watch: Lucas Corder, Jr., FB/LB; Derek Priestley, Jr., FS/WR; Lucas Walker, Jr., K; Josh Weaver, Jr., RB/LB; Dakota Cavens, Sr., TE/DE/P; Joe Hennricks, Sr., FB/LB; Nolan McGinnis, Sr., QB/CB; Seth Melvin, Sr., G; Jordan Guthrie, Sr., G/DT; Josh Davis, Sr., WR/DB; Mitchell Huff, Jr., WR/CB; Matt Thomson, Sr., WR/FS; Brandon Galvez, Sr., T/DT. Strengths: Running backs, special teams. Question marks: Unproven QBs, depth on lines.

Schedule Aug. 29 at Gresham L, 23-21 Sept. 5 McNary 7 p.m. Sept. 12 at Beaverton 7 p.m. Sept. 19 at Aloha 7 p.m. Sept. 26 Forest Grove 7 p.m. Oct. 3 at Sheldon* 7 p.m. Oct. 10 South Eugene* 7 p.m. Oct. 17 Grants Pass* 7 p.m. Oct. 24 at South Medford* 7 p.m. Oct. 31 North Medford* 7 p.m. *—Southwest Conference game

Results 5-5, 3-2 SWC

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Roseburg 40, South Salem 14 West Salem 35, Roseburg 7 Roseburg 35, McMinnville 0 Bend 21, Roseburg 0 Roseburg 24, North Medford 16 Sheldon 42, Roseburg 7 Roseburg 24, South Eugene 21 South Medford 28, Roseburg 21 Roseburg 24, Grants Pass 20 6A state playoffs Lincoln 55, Roseburg 28

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Continued from page 9 have all over them coming back but one.” The Braves will attempt to stretch defenses by running alternating stack-I and spread offenses. Regardless of the set, Adam Chase will be under center after receiving honorable mention all-Sunset League status as a sophomore. His favorite target was Christoffersen (6-foot-1, 175 pounds), as they hooked up for touchdown passes eight times in 2007. “We didn’t throw all that much last year, so for them to have that many TDs tells you how well they work together,” coach Chase said. “In good weather, we will be passing a lot.” Tailback Jon Covey, fullback Josh Palmer and blocking backs McDuffy and John Thurber make up Reedsport’s I-formation. The Braves lost all-Sunset linemen Brian Law and Brandon Neves to graduation, but return three other starers who bring speed and athleticism to the trenches. Ismael Osorio (6-3, 240), Cesar Lira (5-9, 180) and Robert Olson (5-9, 190) return on offense and defensive end Gunnar Kaufman (5-11, 195) could fill another slot. “They have OK size for 3A, but the best part is they’re athletic,” Chase said. Reedsport returns six of its defensive front eight in linemen Kaufman, Osorio and Olson, and linebackers Lira, Thurber and Palmer. Christoffersen was the star of the defense last season, earning first-team allSunset honors after intercepting eight passes at the corner. McDuffy and Freestone will battle for the other corner spot and Chase will be the safety. Reedsport began a 10-game schedule without a bye week last Friday, losing 8-6 to Central Linn.

REEDSPORT BRAVES 2007: 5-5, 2-4 Sunset (fifth). Coach: Steve Chase (second year, 5-6). Returning starters: Offense 6, defense 7. Players to watch: Cory Christoffersen, Jr., WR/CB/KR; Adam Chase, Jr., QB/DB; Cesar Lira, Sr., OL/LB; Ismael Osorio, Jr., OL/DL; Robert Olson, OL/DL; Gunnar Kaufman, Jr., OL/DL; Jon Covey, Jr., RB/LB; Kole Freestone, Jr., RB/LB/KR; John Thurber, Soph., FB/LB; Josh Palmer, Jr., FB/LB; Tyler Hoffman, P/K. Strengths: Skill positions, offensive line. Question marks: Depth, experience.

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Warriors: Linebacking corps includes cousins Rice, Hicks and Newman Continued from page 10 improved defensive presence. Taking some attention off of Rice will be senior quarterback Cameron Derrick, who threw for just over 1,000 yards last year and is a duel-threat to run. North Douglas lost wideouts Justin Harrod, Dustin Andes and tight end Tyler Vancil to graduation, but Derrick still has two solid targets to throw to when he isn’t handing the ball to Rice. Senior transfer Jordan Hicks (5-10, 180) — Rice’s cousin — and sophomore Tanner Toy (5-8, 165) — who has a 31-inch vertical leap — will be able to spread defenses thin so they don’t key strictly on the Warriors’ star back.

On the defensive side of the ball North Douglas is lead by, guess who? Rice mans the middle linebacker spot and is joined by Hicks and senior transfer Tyler Newman (5-9, 185) — another cousin — to complete a strong line-backing core. The Warriors begin the season Friday against Class 1A Crow. “Our defense will be fast and strong, especially our front seven,” Shelton said. “We just need to put it all together, take one game at a time. “Practices have been upbeat and the kids have been flying around, hitting and blocking.We’re a different team than last year. The team’s attitude is 110 percent better.”

NORTH DOUGLAS WARRIORS 2007: 2-7, 1-6 MVC (seventh). H e a d c o a c h : James Shelton (third year, 3-15). A s s i s t a n t s : Justin Shulmier, John Stephens, Jim Toy. R e t u r n i n g s t a r t e r s : Offense 7, defense 7. P l a y e r s t o w a t c h : Jake Rice, Sr., RB/MLB; Cameron Derrick, Sr., QB/DB; Will Hollamon, Sr., C/DL; Jordan Hicks, Sr., WR/OLB; Tyler Newman, Sr., OLB; Tanner Toy Jr., WR/DB. S t r e n g t h s : Offensive line, speed and power, receiving corps, quarterback and running back, experience. Q u e s t i o n m a r k s : Depth, defense.

Schedule Sept. 5 Crow 7 p.m. Sept. 11 at Hidden Valley JV 5 p.m. Sept. 19 at Central Linn* 7 p.m. Sept. 26 Riddle* 7 p.m. Oct. 3 Monroe* 7 p.m. Oct. 10 at Glendale* 7 p.m. Oct. 17 Oakland* 7 p.m. Oct. 24 at Oakridge* 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at Yoncalla* 7 p.m. *—Mountain View Conference game

Results 2-8, 1-8 Mtn. View

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St. Mary’s 35, North Douglas 12 North Douglas 47, Siletz Valley 40 Scio 62, North Douglas 28 Riddle 20, North Douglas 13 Monroe 48, North Douglas 14 Glendale 21, North Douglas 0 Oakland 46, North Douglas 0 Oakridge 48, North Douglas 0 Central Linn 32, North Douglas 19 North Douglas 48, Yoncalla 27

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Schedule Sept. 5 Glendale Sept. 12 at Riddle Sept. 19 at Gold Beach* Sept. 26 Reedsport* Oct. 3 at Cascade Chr.* Oct. 9 Rogue River* Oct. 17 at Myrtle Point* Oct. 24 Bandon* Oct. 31 at Coquille*

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Glide 34, Glendale 20 Glide 48, Riddle 7 Cascade Christian 45, Glide 6 Culver 48, Glide 0 Myrtle Point 34, Glide 0 Coquille 20, Glide 6 Gold Beach 64, Glide 8 Glide 52, Bandon 0 Reedsport 36, Glide 26

Wildcats: 5-3-3 defense returns six starters, including two in secondary Continued from page 8 The Wildcats will have multiple defensive looks out of a 5-3 base formation. Huskey, Talcott and Meil form the interior of the defensive line. Weimar will likely start at middle linebacker, flanked by either Walker, Forrester or Talcott. Belloir, Dickenson, Hissong and Vickery are looking good in the secondary. Forrester returns to punt and handle kickoff duties and will battle with Walker for placekicking duties. “Athletically, we’re all right,” Freeman said. “Mentally, our challenge is to understand that we’ve got to keep competing no matter what. They have to understand that if they work hard, they can be sucessful.”

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Wednesday, September 3, 2008–The News-Review, Roseburg Oregon, Page 17

Eagles: Mast will Oakers: Veteran offensive line paves way for running game Continued from page 11 install a spread “Sweeden has looked great,” Amer said. “He’s got a lot of power behind him and we O AKLAND OAKERS offense in Yoncalla have been pleasantly surprised with his quickness.” 2007: 9-1, 7-0 in MVC (first), lost to Pilot Rock in Continued from page 11 Probably the biggest question mark for the first round of 2A state playoffs. Schedule Oakers is the wide receiver positions, where Head coach: Dallas Amer (second year, 9-1). his weapons by bringing a whole new philosophy to Yoncalla. Instead of lining up in an I-formation he will use the spread. Instead of forcing the ball between the tackles, Mast plans to open up an aerial assault. “We will be splitting the pass/run ratio 60/40,” Mast said. “We have the athletes to spread the field out and dictate the matchups we want. So far they have responded tremendously.” He feels that, above anything else, a new concept of team will give the Eagles their best chance for success. “A sense of team has been missing at Yoncalla as of late,” Mast said. “So we’ve really preached being supportive. We’ve really drilled a team concept into them. “The kids’ work ethic and cohesiveness through these first few weeks has really stood out to me. And that right there can go a long ways.”

all-state selections Andrew Young and Dakota Mathis terrorized opposing secondaries. “We will be new, but solid,” Amer said. “I have total confidence in the guys I have stepping up. We won’t be changing a thing offensively.” Senior wideout Brandon Zimmerman (510, 170), along with senior tight end Josh Reber (6-1, 185) and sophomore Jessup Simmons (6-0, 170), are capable targets. Even with Adams being the only returner to score multiple touchdowns, Amer is convinced the offensive load won’t land squarely on his quarterback’s shoulders. “There won’t be a whole lot of pressure on Nathan (Adams) to be our offense,” Amer said. “We have some talented kids returning and we will have the ability to spread the ball around to different playmakers. “But it’s going to take a team effort. And daily doubles have been an excellent start. They have been working extremely hard and their work ethic is great.”

Assistants: Jody Doty, Tony Brumbach, Michael Potter. Players to watch: Nathan Adams, Sr., QB; Brandon Bumgardner, Sr., OL/LB; Matt Weaver, Sr., OL/DL; David Dikkers, Sr., OL/DL; Curtis Tenbrook, Jr., C/DL; Ethan Sweeden, Sr., RB/LB; Brandon Zimmerman, Sr., WR/DB; Josh Reber, Sr., TE. Strengths: Experienced QB, offensive line. Question marks: Wide receiver, defensive backs.

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year. Juniors David Harris (OL/DL) and Daryn McNeil (OL/DL) both return having earned their stripes. Starting center Zack Reid, Kyle Kremer (OL/DL) and Cody Johnson (WR/DB) are all sophomores. And Hobson’s freshmen batch played on a junior high team that went undefeated. Two of the Irish’s notable losses to graduation were running back/hybrid linebacker safety Rob Bixby and running back/lineman Josh Pettengill. Of course, Hobson isn’t ready to crown anyone a star. His time on the gridiron has taught him that a handful of players alone will only buoy a team for so long. “Let’s be honest,” Hobson said. “It’s about the team. It takes all 20 guys by the end of the season.”

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2008 SCHEDULES FRIDAY, Aug. 29 Gresham 23, Roseburg 21 Pleasant Hill 14, Sutherlin 12 Phoenix 7, Douglas 0 Hidden Valley 33, South Umpqua 7 Central Linn 8, Reedsport 6 Perrydale 54, Days Creek 46

Days Creek at Gilchrist, 2 p.m. Elkton at North Lake, 3 p.m. Triad at Camas Valley, 4 p.m. THURSDAY, Oct. 9 Douglas at Brookings-Harbor, 7 p.m. South Umpqua at Sutherlin, 7 p.m. Rogue River at Glide, 7 p.m. Reedsport at Bandon, 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, Sept. 5 McNary at Roseburg, 7 p.m. Myrtle Point at South Umpqua, 7 p.m. Elmira at Douglas, 7 p.m. Reedsport at Oakland, 7 p.m. Glendale at Glide, 7 p.m. Crow at North Douglas, 7 p.m. Rogue River at Yoncalla, 7 p.m. OSSD at Elkton, 4 p.m. Days Creek at Powers, 4 p.m. Gilchrist at Camas Valley, 4 p.m.

FRIDAY, Oct. 10 South Eugene at Roseburg, 7 p.m. Oakland at Central Linn, 7 p.m. North Douglas at Glendale, 7 p.m. Yoncalla at Riddle, 7 p.m. North Lake at Days Creek, 3 p.m. Gilchrist at Elkton, 3:30 p.m. Butte Falls at Camas Valley, 4 p.m.

SATURDAY, Sept. 6 Sutherlin at Cascade Christian, 7 p.m. Riddle at St. Mary’s, 7 p.m. THURSDAY, Sept. 11 North Douglas at Hidden Valley JV, 5 p.m. FRIDAY, Sept. 12 Roseburg at Beaverton, 7 p.m. Marshall at South Umpqua, 7 p.m. Douglas at Myrtle Point, 7 p.m. La Pine at Sutherlin, 7 p.m. Glide at Riddle, 7 p.m. Reedsport at Waldport, 7 p.m. St. Mary’s at Glendale, 7 p.m. Butte Falls at Days Creek, 4 p.m. Camas Valley at Elkton, 4 p.m. SATURDAY, Sept. 13 Yoncalla at Bandon, 5 p.m. FRIDAY, Sept. 19 Roseburg at Aloha, 7 p.m. South Umpqua at Marist, 7 p.m. Douglas at Illinois Valley, 7 p.m. Sutherlin at North Valley, 7 p.m.

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Roseburg’s Lucas Corder (46) is tackled by a Lincoln defender in the Indians’ first-round playoff game on Nov. 9, 2007 at Finlay Field. Corder is one of the top returning running backs for the Tribe. Glide at Gold Beach, 7 p.m. Rogue River at Reedsport, 7 p.m. Oakland at Glendale, 7 p.m. Oakridge at Riddle, 7 p.m. North Douglas at Central Linn, 7 p.m. Yoncalla at Monroe, 7 p.m. Triad at Elkton, 7 p.m. Camas Valley at Prospect, 7 p.m. FRIDAY, Sept. 26 Forest Grove at Roseburg, 7 p.m. Illinois Valley at South Umpqua, 7 p.m. Douglas at Pleasant Hill, 7 p.m. Reedsport at Glide, 7 p.m. Monroe at Oakland, 7 p.m.

Glendale at Yoncalla, 7 p.m. Riddle at North Douglas, 7 p.m. Days Creek at Triad, 3 p.m. Prospect at Elkton, 4 p.m. FRIDAY, Oct. 3 Roseburg at Sheldon, 7 p.m. Brookings-Harbor at South Umpqua, 7 p.m. Siuslaw at Douglas, 7 p.m. North Bend at Sutherlin, 7 p.m. Glide at Cascade Christian, 7 p.m. Coquille at Reedsport, 7 p.m. Riddle at Oakland, 7 p.m. Glendale at Oakridge, 7 p.m. Monroe at North Douglas, 7 p.m. Central Linn at Yoncalla, 7 p.m.

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FRIDAY, Oct. 17 Grants Pass at Roseburg, 7 p.m. North Bend at South Umpqua, 7 p.m. Sutherlin at Douglas, 7 p.m. Glide at Myrtle Point, 7 p.m. Cascade Christian at Reedsport, 7 p.m. Oakland at North Douglas, 7 p.m. Glendale at Central Linn, 7 p.m. Riddle at Monroe, 7 p.m. Oakridge at Yoncalla, 7 p.m. Elkton at Powers, 4 p.m. Camas Valley at Days Creek, 4 p.m. FRIDAY, Oct. 24 Roseburg at South Medford, 7 p.m. South Umpqua at Douglas, 7 p.m. Siuslaw at Sutherlin, 7 p.m. Bandon at Glide, 7 p.m. Reedsport at Gold Beach, 7 p.m. Yoncalla at Oakland, 7 p.m.

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Monroe at Glendale, 7 p.m. Central Linn at Riddle, 7 p.m. North Douglas at Oakridge, 7 p.m. Elkton at Butte Falls, 3 p.m. North Lake at Camas Valley, 4 p.m. Days Creek at Prospect, 7 p.m. FRIDAY, Oct. 31 North Medford at Roseburg, 7 p.m. South Umpqua at Siuslaw, 7 p.m. Douglas at North Bend, 7 p.m. Sutherlin at Brookings, 7 p.m. Glide at Coquille, 7 p.m. Reedsport at Myrtle Point, 7 p.m. Oakland at Oakridge, 7 p.m. Riddle at Glendale, 7 p.m. North Douglas at Yoncalla, 7 p.m. Elkton at Days Creek, 2:30 p.m. Powers at Camas Valley, 4 p.m. FRIDAY-SATURDAY, Nov. 7-8 6A, 4A, 2A, 1A First Round State Playoffs FRIDAY-SATURDAY, Nov. 14-15 6A, 4A Second Round State Playoffs 3A, 2A, 1A State Quarterfinals FRIDAY-SATURDAY, Nov. 21-22 6A, 4A State Quarterfinals 3A, 2A, 1A State Semifinals FRIDAY-SATURDAY, Nov. 28-29 6A, 4A State Semifinals SATURDAY, Nov. 29 3A, 2A, 1A State Championship Game, Hillsboro Stadium, Hillsboro SATURDAY, Dec. 6 6A, 5A, 4A State Championship Game, Oregon State University, Corvallis

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Keep Our Children Safe! *School, Transit, Church and Worker Buses

Our schools are now in session. We’d like to remind you to drive carefully and help keep our children safe. After all, they’re our future. Take a minute to refresh your knowledge with the laws regarding driving and school buses. The Oregon Driver’s Manual, page 85, is available at any DMV office. The manual’s instructions on how drivers need to interact with school buses is reprinted to the right.

*Oregon Driver’s Manual, page 85

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