I was on campus then and I was engaged deeply as a teacher, coach and administrator during the time those kids were developing. Burton threw 12 interceptions last season, but six of them came in the championship ouster to Lehi. 2023 www.news-journalonline.com. They needed 100 seconds to go 83 yards against the Blue Devils in the sectional final. It means a great deal for these young men and this coaching staff and the school to respond to the COVID challenge the world faced in this way, Henry said. In his penultimate high school football game before heading to the University of Florida and later the National Football League, Rainey scorched Mainland on the I guess they just wanted it more. Trailing 14-7 and with Mainland threatening to take a two-score lead, Dunbar senior defensive back Shawn Russ picked off Creecy and returned the interception 95 yards for a touchdown to tie the game at 14 with just over seven minutes left in the second quarter. Fall, a native of France, only played 28 snaps in his career. Head coach: Brad Burtenshaw. The programs pursuit of the first-ever Group 4 state championship has come with far more drama than it hoped, but the jaw-dropping endings have been worth the knee-rattling suspense. We are open 8-4, including both lunches. Ian spent five years at Missouri State from 2018-2022 including a redshirt season and a free year of eligibility in 2020. an entire county discovered football superiority Friday night.. But he can clearly remember the one he gave on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003, in front of a group of Mainland High School football players who would battle for a Class 5A state championship the next day. We believe in playing tough, physical football. Entering his 11th season at Wasatch, where his teams have posted a 64-46 record. More: Bishop Verot falls to Florida High, 38-28, in Class 2S state semifinal, More: Dunbar football is confident its defense can limit Mainland's high-powered passing offense. Zamots eyes were welled up. Our practice field is practically dirt. Wide receiver Terrence Fall entered the transfer portal after three seasons in the program. Two years again Wasatch and Maple Mountain shared the region title and then last year Springville and Spanish Fork shared it. The Mainland High School football team is being supported by local businesses and beyond as it plays for the FHSAA state championship. Our strength will be the depth of our team, but we will lack experience in some positions. Any team can beat any team on any given night, said first-year Springville coach Dave Valeti, who previously served as an assistant coach for the Red Devils. Last week, Sharp scored from 4 yards out with 1:15 left as Millville found the end zone twice in the last 9:08 to capture the South Jersey 4 crown. Mainland Football Schedule Print OVERALL 11-4 0.73 Win % DISTRICT 3-0 1st 3S District 9 HOME6-1 AWAY5-2 NEUTRAL0-1 PF467 PA273 STREAK1L Ways Even when the games are close, I know well always come through.. Im in a different role now, its very different. BYU linebacker Tate Romney entered the transfer portal after just one season with the program. Coburn has five years of head coaching experience at Snow College (2006-2010) and 19 years head coaching experience at the high school level. The county and community are taking care of the kids and its elevating everything they do.. Twitter - @Cougs_Daily and Casey Lundquist at @casey_lundquist, The nation's top JC quarterback is heading to BYU, Maile started at center for the Utes over the last two seasons, The independence era was about exposure, and millions of viewers tuned in to watch BYU, Perez spent just one season in the program, ESPN's Adam Rittenberg surveyed Big 12 coaches about the new conference in 2023, The BYU quarterback room will feature many new faces this Fall, 23 players have transferred either in or out of the BYU football program since the end of the season, announced his plans to enter the Transfer Portal on Friday. Will Washington State be the remedy for Runnin Utes shooting woes? News Sports Perhaps the most surprising player to enter the transfer portal, Clark Barrington was a three-year starter for BYU along the offensive line who started 40 games. The Florida High School Athletic Association has yet to announce a date and time for the contest, though it will be held between Dec. 15-17. Fano's departure is perhaps the most impactful of any player on this list, Fano had the potential to be a cornerstone of BYU's defense in the future. Coach Jeff Higginsons general outlook: Were excited out our young football team! You dont have to be a star on a team to make it in life, but the values of teamwork, ethics and morals and support and expectation and accountability put on you, those things you carry for the rest of your life. Coach Kirk Chambers team returns six starters on offense and could be the sleeper team in the region based on preseason projections. Barrington has been in BYU's two-deep along the offensive line over the last two seasons. But a lot of kids that grew up like me are dead, or in prison, and sports was the vehicle that taught structure. WebMainland High School (Daytona Beach, FL) Varsity Football Varsity Boys Football Daytona Beach, FL FOLLOW TEAM 22-23 V. Football Home Schedule Roster Stats Holker committed to Colorado State. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Daytona Beach's Mainland High School is one of a few Central Florida teams that will play for a football state championship. Mainland Football Head Coach: Chuck Smith Record: 10-2 5-0 in Head coach: Steve Coburn. As the It was assumed that Barrington would test NFL waters after this season, instead he will head to another program. "The defense was kind of dead, the offense was a little dead. All rights reserved (About Us). The FHSAA Class 3S football championship is on the line, and the Buccaneers (11-3) will Weve had quite a few people do some great things for us. Fueled by a talented core of linebackers (Sawyer Johansen and Kolton Brisk), the Wasps should be tough on defense. In three seasons at BYU, Holker tallied 42 receptions for 521 We just really couldnt do nothing.". Mainland High School football coaches (left) serve food catered by BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse to players at the school last week. Im the mayor and Ill try to support the kids to make sure they have the resources needed and the school has what they need. Hes a graduate of Provo High School and Stanford University. They have worked hard this offseason, looking forward to watching them compete this fall. Another 2022 signee, Nathaniel Gillis came to BYU as a developmental defensive back prospect. Third-year Spanish Fork coach Dustin Smith really likes the quality of his returning starters, but there arent that many and the newcomers are very inexperienced at the varsity level. Gillis opted to transfer after not seeing the field this season. And since, the fan base has waited. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our That was a monumental moment in the history of the school and the community., BUCS HISTORY:Looking back at Mainland football's past Final Four trips, 'HE'S A CATALYST':How linebacker Ty Richmond leads the Mainland defense, TO THE 'SHIP:TO THE 'SHIP: Mainland rallies past Dunbar, punches ticket to Class 3S football title game, Indeed. All Rights Reserved, High school football: Unpredictability the theme again in Region 9, but Springville hoping to stay on top amid coaching change, You might be surprised where former Boise State quarterback Hank Bachmeier ended up, High school girls basketball: Notes and highlights from Tuesdays games, Northridge, North Summit escape with region wins. Roland was a captain and defensive catalyst on that team, setting a single-season school record with 217 tackles, one that still stands. DAYTONA BEACH During Mainland High's deepest postseason run in nearly a decade, the Buccaneers have had a simple philosophy. Like Nathaniel Gillis, Korbyn Green was a development defensive back prospect that signed with the class of 2022. He has also played over 900 snaps in his collegiate career. User Agreement, With five returning offensive and defensive starters back it has a great foundation to build on, and the rest of the Region 9 coaches know it too as theyve pegged Springville as the team to beat in region. With an extra bounce here or there, who knows how the rest of the season unfolds. This time the crew did not reverse their call and the Buccaneers took a 24-23 lead. However, the crew huddled and then ruled Creecy short of the end zone, setting up a fourth-and-goal from inside the 1. MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. In the first half, Dunbar's defense delivered a trio of big plays that sent the Tigers to the halftime locker room with the lead. "He was definitely short," Brown said after the game. Fitzgerald, who has just one year of eligibility remaining, committed shortly after taking an official visit. Henry asked for funds and donations at this weeks Daytona Beach City Commission meeting in an effort to pay for buses, food and overnight accommodations for students and chaperones to make the trip and support the team. More:Woodbury football gets revenge, becomes historic first state finalist. Over the past three seasons since the current region was formed, five of the six teams have earned at least a share of a region championship. Roland deflected credit, distributing it instead to his assistants and players and with another game to go, largely avoided talk of legacy and broader meaning. Coach Dave Valetis general outlook: We are excited for this upcoming season. Cravens prepped at Timpview High School where he signed with the University of Utah in the 2018 recruiting class. Roland's sister Tamika, and some of the team moms known as BLOCK, are asking those in the community to consider sponsoring a player by donating snacks, pillows or blankets for the four-hour-plus bus rides, toiletries, encouraging letters or notes, or other personalized items. Roland said that while stomachs are full, hearts are overflowing. Theres a sentiment in Region 9 that if things arent going well for your football program, just hunker down and wait a year and youll probably be competing for a region title the following season. |. Mainland Regional High School is a regional public high school and school district serving students in grades nine through twelve from the communities of Linwood, Northfield and Somers Point in Atlantic County, New Jersey, United States, serving a total population of over 25,000 in the three communities. "This one is different now. Mainland's stats have been entered for the 45-10 win @ Jensen Beach on 11/25/2022 7:00 PM. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers (11-3) were able to control the clock with their running game and benefited from a questionable touchdown call that gave them a lead they would never surrender. WebGet the latest news, schedule, scores, stats, league standings, rankings and photos for Mainland's high school's Football teams. Im fortunate to have the guys we have. Looking back at Mainland football's past Final Four trips, How linebacker Ty Richmond leads the Mainland defense, TO THE 'SHIP: Mainland rallies past Dunbar, punches ticket to Class 3S football title game, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. The Region 9 coaches pegged Spanish Fork as the team most likely to push Springville for the region title. Certainly, the teams run has also beena boost to an area that needed one after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole both battered the coastline this fall, just a little over a month apart. I cant say enough. We had 3 minutes, Ayala said. Certainly, the teams run has also beena boost to an area that needed one after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole both battered the coastline this fall, just a little over a month apart. "That's what he does. "We're going to shine a light on how important this game is.". Fall has received offers from NAU and Northern Colorado (where Ed Lamb is now head coach) since entering the portal. Romney committed to Arizona State. Green announced his plans to enter the transfer portal this morning after seeing limited playing time this season. Barrington followed his brother to Waco to play for Jeff Grimes and Eric Mateos. Conover appeared in just one game - the regular season finale at Stanford. With Dunbar leading 23-17 early in the fourth quarter, Mainland faced a third-and-goal from the Tigers' 5-yard line. And it mightve been, except the Thunderbolt D had other ideas. Is entering his third season as head coach at Salem Hills after guiding the program to a 10-11 record the past two years. (Courtesy: Dave OSullivan) In 2018, the Stangs went 8-3, then they followed that up with a 9-1 mark. The Bucs pulled away in the fourth quarter again with two touchdowns in a 21-3 win. Offensively, we believe in a physical, tough approach. A lot of teams have doubted us after our two losses, but if we come together and play OBG football, theres no team beating us, he said. Im the mayor and Ill try to support the kids to make sure they have the resources needed and the school has what they need. This is the season the Mainland Regional High School football team has waited for. We look forward to competing at a high level against the opponents on our tough schedule. Come support Mainland Girls Basketball during their home stretch! Recently, Mainland Student Center went through a small remodel. We have genrefied our fiction section, rearranged furniture for better use of space, and defined book areas for easy finding. All students are welcome to enjoy this space. According to Pro Football Focus, Cravens is coming off the best year of his career. Mainland is an infectious place that generates a sense of pride, unity and togetherness that really is unrivaled at any place that Ive been.. Mainland is a team battle tested with playoff-bound programs littered all over its calendar for the season. Coach Brad Burtenshaws general outlook: We have a solid group of experienced players coming back from last year. I know I was lucky in life, I had good parents, good grandparents and I didnt grow up behind the eight ball like some of these kids have, Chitwood said. Its amazing and overwhelming at the same time. Flipboard. MIDDLETOWN The Mainland Regional High School football team played its best second half of the season Friday night. BYU signed Boise State transfer Isaiah Bagnah on signing day. Why the hell not?' Mainland was dropped for 1-yard losses on the first two plays of the possession, then sophomore Darian Blachewicz burst through the line and sacked quarterback John Franchini for an 8-yard loss. Senior quarterback Darmacus Creecy appeared to come up short on an attempt to slide into the end zone on a scramble but the officiating crew from Miami ruled he scored. Maile comes to BYU after playing over 1,000 snaps for the Utes and starting the last two years at center. Last year the Wasps lost to eventual state champion Lehi in overtime in the 5A second round. The moment wasnt bigger than them. Its amazing. While he recognizes and embraces that his standing at Mainland and in the community has changed, he said his support is unwavering, though delivered through different channels these days. Provo is the only team over the past three years to claim an outright region title, which happened three years ago. Orlando Sentinel writer Jerry Brewer wrote, . But Russ again intercepted Creecy, this time at the goal line, to preserve the Tigers' 17-14 advantage. Mainland and Daytona could be like some of these South Georgia schools where the city loves it and pushes it. One of the Red Devils top returning players is BYU quarterback commit Ryder Burton. It required them to remain dedicated and committed to a sport they love and we are proud of them.. " Chitwood said. Roland deflected credit, distributing it instead to his assistants and players and with another game to go, largely avoided talk of legacy and broader meaning. Caden Luke captains the defense as a returning starter at safety. You dont have to be a star on a team to make it in life, but the values of teamwork, ethics and morals and support and expectation and accountability put on you, those things you carry for the rest of your life. On Dunbar's first offensive play of the third quarter, junior TJ Abrams broke through the middle of the Buccaneers' defense and raced 58 yards for a touchdown, putting the Tigers in front 23-14. Tight end Dallin Holker quit three games into the season to enter the transfer portal. 2 in 5A). In 2021, Conover competed for the starting job against Jaren Hall and Baylor Romney. As the No. One of the proudest moments of my career was being able to speak to the football team the night before the championship game, Henry said. He played college football at Snow College and is a graduate of UVU. Fellow junior, Kyle Larsen, returns as a ball hawking safety who will direct the young backfield. But he can clearly remember the one he gave on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003, in front of a group of Mainland High School football players who would battle for a Class 5A state championship the next day. with Marlon Leslie and 2 other s February 17th at 7:51 AM Recap: Mainland Regional vs. Hammonton 2021 243 Views Spanish Fork defense: 17.3 ppg (No. Head coach: Jeff Higginson. But a lot of kids that grew up like me are dead, or in prison, and sports was the vehicle that taught structure. Ever since July 5 weve been out here grinding, quarterback Jacob Zamot said. This is like getting a hug, when people are feeding you, Roland said. WebAll students are welcome to enjoy this space. Springville High Schools Ryder Burton throws a pass during the 5A football championship game against Lehi High School at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021. After nearly two decades of being shut out of the state championship picture, the Daytona community is backing the Bucs. 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