Just wanted to drop in a say their were some shining starts for MC in lastnight's game.  Nelson is quick and agile, the Kennedy brothers are hard hitting and smart players.  Good boys too. 

Neither team played to their potential.

Here's my quick assessment . . .
Hot, muggy, buggy, defense fared well, offense struggled to find rhythm and execute, big penalties.

Manchester has never been a football powerhouse, but it was only 2 years ago that they nearly won the game at Manchester.  Perhaps its preparing on turf and then performing on grass?? Sounds like an excuse for lack of mental preparedness, but one of the coaches told that to the boys after the game.

Manchester does have some talent . . . Nelson as their RB, HE IS FAST. Then there is the Kennedy brothers on defense . . . one of the two was in on nearly every tackle made.  They are both quick, smart and hit HARD.  They have been good athletes since they were knee high, and great kids as well.

There will be little rest for the Thunder this next week as they prepare for Bluffton.  Coach Land and troop has always impressed me with their ability to analyze, adjust and overcome.  No doubt that will be the case as they prepare for next week.

BTW it was great to see the Trine fans fill the stands last evening.  The MC crowd was slow to arrive and inflated because of free entry for community members. They made me show my drivers license to get in free because of my colors and hat. 

Been lurking for years . . .
I thought that I would throw in that I too am leaving for work to see the Manchester/Trine Game fortunately my drive will be approximately 2 minutes.

travel safe/play hard