What we learned from Week 6 in AAAAAA: Camden is a worthy No. 1 … Parkview is back … Lowndes is legit
Five things we learned this week –
- Parkview is the front-runner in Region 8 – Beating reigning state champion Grayson on Sept. 14 was the season’s biggest upset. Beating Archer on Sept. 21 avenged a 40-16 loss from last season. But beating arch-rival Brookwood 21-14 on Sept. 28 officially stamped Parkview as ‘’back’’ and the team to beat in Region 8. Chris Carson rushed for 257 yards and two touchdowns. Parkview – state champion in 1997, 2000, 2001 and 2002 – has not won a region title since 2004. Until Parkview beat Brookwood on Friday, many felt Grayson would still win Region 8 by winning its remaining games. Now, Parkview would need to lose twice. Not likely now.
- Camden County is a worthy No. 1 team – If anyone thought Camden was ranked No. 1 by default after 2011 champion Grayson was upended by Parkview, the Wildcats showed otherwise Friday, routing Valdosta 43-6. It was Valdosta’s most lopsided in its historic Bazemore-Hyder Stadium since 1974, when Thomasville, led by a pretty good back named William Andrews, defeated the ‘Cats 40-0. This was Camden’s first game in Region 1 after years of dominating weak 3-AAAAA. Make that 87 straight region victories for Camden. AJC Super 11 halfback/cornerback J.J. Green ran the opening kickoff back for the first of his two touchdowns. He also had two interceptions.
- Lowndes deserved its Top 10 ranking – Lowndes had been ranked No. 4 largely on tradition. The Vikings were 4-0, but against what the computer Maxwell Ratings described as the fifth-weakest schedule in AAAAAA. They looked pretty good Friday in beating No. 8-ranked Colquitt County 17-14 in Moultrie. Lowndes used a long punt-return touchdown by Tijuan Lang to take a 17-7 lead in the fourth quarter and held on. It appears that Lowndes and Camden are the teams to beat in Region 1. They play until Nov. 2, the final Friday of the regular season.
- Norcross can take care of business – Third-ranked Norcross won a shootout with Mill Creek, 49-41. Norcross is seeking its first region title since 2008, and the coast is almost clear. The Blue Devils’ 5-0 start includes wins over 2011 region champ North Gwinnett, 10th-ranked Parkview and a Mill Creek team that entered 3-1. The second half is not so tough – on paper.
- North Cobb can take care of business, too – Sixth-ranked North Cobb is 4-0 for the first time since 2007, a season in which it briefly was ranked No. 1. The Warriors routed 3-1 Harrison 48-14. The title in Region 4 is far from decided, but North Cobb’s 49-14 rout of 2011 Walton a few weeks ago is looking more legitimate each week. North Cobb is averaging 48 points per game.
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Colquitt Fan
October 2nd, 2012
4:59 pm
Why should buzz get into trouble bk?
What’s with the tisk tisk?
Propst is gone soon
October 2nd, 2012
6:46 pm
There are behind the scenes discussions going on today about Propst being gone in the near future, possibly before the year is out.
battleaxekid
October 2nd, 2012
6:50 pm
@Colquitt Supporter
“”"Just because your friends from Moultrie told you something does not make it true.”"” now with your own statement, will everyone please don’t believe everything you hear.. best thing to do is let dead dogs lie….
the blogs title is “”" What we learned from Week 6 in AAAAAA: Camden is a worthy No. 1 … Parkview is back … Lowndes is legit”" and it has become EVERYTHING BUT THAT.. come on kids.. can swe get on to the subject at hand??? boy ol boy, we all whine and cry over a big lose but really fans!!!
Ya’ll are bringing both great schools and teams down, its degrading our coaches, and especially our young men. No wonder our kids have such a struggle in our communities, they just immutable us…. It is really disgraceful..
Lowndes get over last years transfers to CC and CC get over the defeat and continue your winning ways..Is that so hard…it is sounding like it is impossible..or better yet these blogs are something that belongs on the Jerry Springier show. I can get his address if some of you want it!!!!!!!!!!
Fred
October 2nd, 2012
9:35 pm
@Packdaddy said “Probst’s comments have made a lot of bad blood between him and the other schools.” Funny you should say that. I was reading the comments on AJC and other blogs and that very thought ran through my mind. I know most coaches aren’t best buddies with the other coaches, but generally there appears to be respect for the others and a tendency to close ranks within a region or a county in the case of Gwinnett with 2 regions against outside challengers. I was wondering today how the other coaches in R1 were feeling. I know CRP is a good coach that has done a lot for the Packers and the community and has gone beyond just the high school to help build the feeder program. I am reminded of the statement about the mouth making promises the rest of the body is not able to keep. It is a shame.
yo
October 2nd, 2012
9:36 pm
Propst is gone soon that would not surprise me. Calling out your bosses on live radio and making accusations that are not known to be true (again on live radio) doesn’t generally set well. No matter how good of a coach one is, one can wear out their welcome with too much drama.
Colquitt Fan
October 2nd, 2012
9:47 pm
Puhlease, he isn’t going anywhere unless he decides to. He’s done more Colquitt county than any coach we’ve ever had when you consider all that he’s done. Kids going to college, field and building improvements, improved program, playoff victories. Who’s gonna fire him, the superintendent who’s office he was in monday discussing how the two were gonna handle everything? Do you and bk have the same sources?
WILDHAWG2012
October 2nd, 2012
9:59 pm
@Grayram=nice post,as u can see region 1aaaaaa has some mad issues to iron out but it is nice to read the post from u and Fred cause u guys often make alot of since and don’t talk out the side of your neck like some of the people on here but what can u do huh. Congrats on the win friday. @packdaddy=Good post buddy,i am just ready for Tifton so we can put all this other stuff behind us although this could linger on the whole year but we need to focus our attention on another important region game.Wow this is my first year on the blog and it’s wild and crazy but fun and interesting
Propst is gone
October 2nd, 2012
10:37 pm
The Colquitt County Board can fire him and there have been backroom talks to that end.
The Board can also fire the Superintendent if need be but as of this afternoon it had not gone down that road yet.
mistermak
October 2nd, 2012
11:20 pm
All this back and forth between Lowndes and Colquitt was amusing at first but now it is getting old. You dudes need to get over it and move on!
Good to see Coffee county fans getting fired up. Should be a great game Friday! Sounds like they think they got something for us! We’ll see!! Go Cats! Blue cats that is!
VoiceOfReason
October 3rd, 2012
12:52 am
It pains me that so much of the blogging has to be about scandal and cheating, instead of the great football played in our state and the amazing young men that represent our schools and communities.
In my objective opinion, theres no way to be 100% sure what or if this coach was “stealing” or “translating” info for the Lowndes assistants in the booth.
Maybe the Colquitt official in the area never noticed anything because they were using a bluetooth…..
Maybe Buzz just wanted to get a birds eye view of Propst’s frustration during game….
I find it hard to accept that the Lowndes coaching staff would take part in something so beneath their outstanding program..
However, for him to be who he is, where he was, turnin, talking, and using binoculars in a high school stadium of that size…….is asking and begging for trouble!
We adults have to be smarter for the sake of our children.
Colquitt Supporter
October 3rd, 2012
9:33 am
Not to stir the pot but maybe all Tift County fans should take a pair of binoculars into the game on Friday night:) While I support CCHS, the RP antics are getting old and he is just not acting professionally – not a good reflection on our community. I certainly agree with his right to challenge any potential wrongdoing but it needs to be done the right way and with character.
Smidgen
October 3rd, 2012
10:34 am
Guess Rush has had enough. He’s crying foul to the GHSA about beng spied upon last Friday. Wahhhhh!
Camden74
October 3rd, 2012
10:39 am
Coffee County Fans, are y’all nervous yet?
tiftblue
October 3rd, 2012
11:24 am
Colquitt Supporter they should be handing them out at the gate…
sportsnut
October 3rd, 2012
12:30 pm
@ Camden74 == I understand. Just as your team will get better as the season goes, so will the Cats. I, like you feel that my team is better than many of the others. To be honest with you, Camden is the only team I think can beat Lovejoy at this point. Having seen the top teams at least once, this is a solid thought. Speaking of improving, we already have. The Colquit game was just stage freight in my opinion. We are not accustomed to playing in such a cozy little place. Keep in mind who we are talking about. Lovejoy is no push over. When the playoffs come around, it will be the same as a year ago, “now you get tested”,”you haven’t played anybody”, “your season ends next week”. We all know where it ended. We all know who fell on that road. Did you notice that we share mascot names and school colors? Would love to meet Camden if at all possible. It would , in my opinion be a great game.
fridaynights
October 3rd, 2012
1:01 pm
You still have to beat a Gwinnett Team to Win the State title in the highest class AAAAAA
Camden74
October 3rd, 2012
1:20 pm
sportsnut……I like Lovejoy, but they have the same issues that very athletic teams have, lack of discipline. Maybe I should explain what I mean when I say LACK OF DISCIPLINE, 1) they depend far too much on their athletic ability and don’t use proper technique most times. 2) Too much selfish play, it’s not about the individual, it’s about the team! 3) Attention to detail, if a play calls for you to run 5 yards, stutter step and curl, then that’s what you should do. 4) Stay in the game mentally, off sides, motion, silly penalties… IMO, there’s nothing wrong with a little trash talking sometimes, it can be fun. But when you trash talk too much, it distracts you from what you should be doing. This has nothing to do with whether or not these are good or bad kids. It has to do with work ethic instilled in the players by parents, teachers and coaches. Try to cultivate the young man’s desire to be the best that he can be, in any circumstance! All of these are things that have to be drilled into the players by their coaches. I know this is not possible every minute or every play of the game. But, the more it’s stressed, chances are, the more it happens. This is my humble opinion…….I would love for Camden to meet Lovejoy in a game with both teams being at their best! Go Camden County Wildcats!
sportsnut
October 3rd, 2012
3:39 pm
@ Camden74 == I’m not quite sure you are talking about Lovejoy. Do not let what you have heard influence your thoughts of the Cats. The game at Colquit was just as sure as the current situation there right now with “Spy Gate”, I sat there and watched the game and must have gone to sleep because I did not witness all the calls that were made. I was forewarned of such activities but the game has to be played. Lovejoy beat Colquit everywhere but the scoreboard. No thanks to a few questionable calls. Lovejoy is a solid football team in all three phases of the game. I can tell from the choice of words that you have not seen us play. The words you use does not at all describe Lovejoy. Your sources are not credible. Be patient and it will become clear when the 2nd. seaseon arrives.
Camden74
October 3rd, 2012
4:20 pm
sportsnut……You could very well be right, I could be wrong in my opinion of Lovejoy. But it would not be because I haven’t seen them play. I saw them in the Colquitt game and IMO, they lost the game because of key plays where they depended too much on their athletic ability by trying to throw long passes when short passes would have been more appropriate. QB running, when looking down field for a receiver would have been the better decision. I witnessed a Lovejoy player celebrate after a sack and cost team 15 yards, giving Colquitt a first down during a crucial part of the game, among other areas that cost them. Mistakes like that in close games are usually game changers. I’m looking forward to seeing them play again the first opportunity I have. If my opinion is incorrect, I will certainly retract everything I’ve said……..
Lovejoydad
October 3rd, 2012
4:32 pm
I agree with Sportsnut obviously.I cant believe Colquitt is crying about being cheated after that fiasco that we had to endure down in Moultrie.. And why are we the only team in 6a wining and dropping in the rankings every week.We are not a part of that old boys club and it shows with however the rankings are being decided.Maxpreps and the ajc are doing just like last season, but we were one of the two teams at the end. Go Cats lets keep winning and they will believe sooner or later
Lovejoydad
October 3rd, 2012
4:41 pm
@Camden74 Did you see coach Probsts 4 minute rant after that catch out of bounds when all the refs mysteriously forgot that the had those little yellow flags in their pockets. Not even a delay of game penalty.Lovejoy played better that day and have played better than Colquitt all season. Why is a 2 loss Colquitt team ranked so much higher than we are? We diddt put the regions together. We have to play the teams that we have in front of us.
Camden74
October 3rd, 2012
4:49 pm
Lovejoydad……Yes, I saw Probsts and I expect the same treatment when Camden goes to Colquitt. As a matter of fact, that’s my biggest concern with that particular game! But you guys have to keep in mind that Lovejoy lost the game. If I were a Lovejoy Fan, I wouldn’t even concern myself with rankings! The playoffs will shake everything out……..
Colquitt Fan
October 3rd, 2012
6:28 pm
Really guys? The refs all come from the same place. Talk about cryin. Lovejoy dad, you weren’t watching too good bc a timeout was called on that play
Colquitt Fan
October 3rd, 2012
6:33 pm
Lovejoy has a really good team though. Really really good defense. If they would’ve played with any kind of discipline against us they would’ve won. Late hits, personal fouls, and unsportsmanlike calls cost them though. Lovejoy will make some noise
yo
October 3rd, 2012
9:43 pm
fridaynights since Gwinnett makes up about 1/3 of AAAAAA I would say that is a well duh thought. Amazing how many teams are in Gwinnett and yet compared to Lowndes/Camden such a low percentage of state championships. Why don’t you calculate that out?
PackerBacker
October 3rd, 2012
9:58 pm
Colquitt Supporter….. Your no Colquitt Supporter with words like that. These are high school kids out there on that field that the little binocular game your suggesting would be effecting. Maybe you don’t like the coach and I can’t say as I care for him either, but those kind of antics would effect the players . I go for the love of football not the other bull crap. The kids don’t have a choice in their coach…. Right or wrong he is who they have so don’t be giving any bright ideas that might effect them. We as fans need to support our players 100%.
Colquitt Supporter
October 3rd, 2012
11:07 pm
Packerbacker, Get real, if the coach and the kids focus on the game at hand they will not notice binoculars. If it bothered the coach that much, he probably could have had the guy removed. As noted elswhere, there was a packer oficial(or whatever) at the Lomwdes door. He is seen in the video. At first I supported RP but as each year goes by, I am getting tired of him and I personally think he has a more negative affect on the kids. I understand he has done a good job getting some kids into college but at what cost?
AVikingFAN
October 3rd, 2012
11:20 pm
Howdy Fred and Grayram – Nice to hear from you. Good luck to your Rams. Our Viking team is fairly good, but I doubt they are on the same level as y’all and Camden. Next year and the year afterwards might be a “whole nuther story”! We’ve got great kids who like each other and who enjoy trying to be the best they can be. There are no superstars on our team. But we have a lot of team speed. Our kids played lights out at Colquitt last week, and we really shut down their vaulted offense. Colquitt had only 8 yards rushing for the game, and a game total cir.150 yards offense. One of Colquitt’s two scores came on a blocked field goal that was caused by a bad shap from our center. But that’s football. Hope to see you guys again come playoff time!I enjoyed meeting both of you last year at your stadium.
Camden 74 — When y’all go to Colquitt, take binoculars I heard Walmart and every sports store in Tifton have sold out of them this week, and that the Blue Devil TD Club is selling some for $10 (apparently small toy binocs). Rumor is they have sold hundreds! Colquitt travels to Tift this week and the Tift fans are gearing up for the R. Propst show. Trouble is, he has a very good team, with a whole bunch of huge athletes. If ole Propst would just concentrate on coaching he might develope a world beater team. I promise you he will give your Camden Blue Cats all you want when y’all go to Moultrie.
Sportsnut – Keep talking up your team.. I remember a whipping they put on us in 2002 that we’ll never forget. And mannnn, was it cold that night. I dang near froze before it was mercifully over!!!!
Camden74
October 4th, 2012
12:44 am
AVikingFan……I’m thinking Propst might try and run up the score against Tiff if they pull the binocular stunt. I’m expecting a knock down drag out fight when Camden goes to Colquitt. My only real concern is Propst’s influence over the officials. He seems to be able to intimidate them, how, I’m not sure. But he definitely has a way of getting them rattled. I know Camden will move the ball on them, so that’s not an issue. It’s a matter of how well the defense plays…….I hope both Camden and Lowndes are undefeated when they meet, that would surely be a battle!
sportsnut
October 4th, 2012
8:16 am
@ Colquit Fan == All the refs do not come from the same place. There are many official organizations in Georgia and the GHSA utilizes all of them. What has been said is true, the coach has his way with the officials. You know, those things that you guys call undisciplined will not be called penalties in the metro area. They are a part of football. The enthusiasm with which the kids play should not be penalized. When you watch the next game on TV, notice what is called and what is not. I am sure you will see that what was called in Moultrie on Lovejoy is simply part of the game.Check out the Thursday night or friday night game and you will see kids getting excited about making a play. No penalty will be called unless the player goes overboard with his celebration. If what was called on Lovejoy was considered unsportsmanlike, there would a flag on every good play, because all teams do it. Throw your hands up, jump up and down, yell out, fist pump, run away from the tackle, congratulate the team-mate for making the tackle and on and on and on. This is football and there are certain things that come with the game and being excited and celebrating are very much a part of the game.
AVikingFan
October 4th, 2012
8:23 am
Camden75 — I agree with every point in your above post (most of your posts really). Both of us being undefeated would be fun. Maybe we ought to close school that day so the fans can tailgate all day long! Just kidding folks, don’t mean to rile up the educator people!
But there’’s a whole lot of football to be played between now and when Lowndes will host Camden in the last regular season game.Lowndes has to travel cross town to Blazer Field a week from this Friday. That will be a knock down, sock’em in the mouth war! Nearly always is, or has been the last decade or so.
Colquitt Fan
October 4th, 2012
11:14 am
Colquitt supporter, you realize that buzz Payne himself was escorted out of our stadium moments before we scored out offensive TD in the 4th quarter. And why is buzz hiding from the media, woulnt you wanna clear tour name? Can’t believe the wrong info spewed on this blog. It’s also pretty much confirmed that Payne was in the car with singetary and Shaver. Our program is as good as it has ever been and we are complaining. How much would y’all be complaining if the were the regions doormat again?
Colquitt Fan
October 4th, 2012
11:16 am
And if by antics you mean takin up for his team then he’s guilty. What is one thing he has done wrong while a Colquitt? Some clowns just aren’t happy if you’re complaining. Why do you care what other teams think of us? Who cares? I respect Lowndes a lot, but I could care less if they like us or not. They’re happy as long as we’re not a threat to them
AVikingFan
October 4th, 2012
9:00 pm
Be careful Colquitt Fan that you don’t repeat a lie. I was sitting near where Buzz Payne was standing, and he left the stands on his on accord minutes before the game was over. I think everybody on these blogs ARE READY FOR YOU TO GET OVER IT AND MOVE ON.
Colquitt Fan
October 4th, 2012
9:26 pm
I’ll believe people I know over some guy who i don’t even know was at the game. An there’s enough evidence for an investigation to be conducted so quit acting so innocent. You and I don’t know the whole story so lets just wait and see whats revealed. That fair? And quit acting like I’m the only one talking about it. In the new blog somebody brought it up w the first comment
Colquitt Fan
October 4th, 2012
9:28 pm
http://m.valdostadailytimes.com/VDT/pm_104316/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=Be3J07RW
In case you haven’t seen. The investigation has begun. They don’t do it unless there’s something there. Not saying anything will happen but it could
Colquitt Fan
October 4th, 2012
9:31 pm
Sorry to keep posting but kinda curious how you even know who he is. I mean to be able to pick him out of the stands and all. A guy that has never been affiliated with your program. Just curious. I played baseball for him for two years, I certainly know what kind of person he is
Viking Fan
October 4th, 2012
10:16 pm
http://www.gwinnettprepsports.com/news/2012/oct/04/colquitts-propst-drags-grayson-into-sign-stealing/
Colquitt Fan
October 4th, 2012
10:28 pm
That should tell y’all that the guy will stoop to any means to get back at Propst. He asked to be in Grayson’s press box. How can you guys deny this? Even conn admitted to using him. I would be starting to get a little nervous if I was yall
AVikingFan
October 5th, 2012
3:42 pm
Gooooooo Blue Devils!!!!!!!!!!