FB: Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference

Big_Uns · September 19, 2005, 10:55:33 AM

Yes, the score was 73-12, but let's not look past the fact that LC still gained 353 yards on the Warhawks. That 12 could've easily been more. Two weeks in a row a blocked punt turned the tides. Lakeland was in the game at 14-12, but saw it all slip away after a dropped pass that would've been a first down, then the blocked punt on the next possession. Had that pass been caught, Lakeland could've driven down the field for a score, either a FG or TD, and then you're looking at 17-15 UWW with a FG or even 20-17 Lakeland. It's amazing what momentum can do for a game.

The team as a whole looked dejected after the game, but Coach Zebrowski was upbeat and they'll be ready for conference. They've got their sights set on the IBC championship and a playoff berth and are not going to worry too long about losing to Whitewater.

Mugsy · September 19, 2005, 11:27:03 AM

Quote from: Big_Uns on September 19, 2005, 10:55:33 AM
Yes, the score was 73-12, but let's not look past the fact that LC still gained 353 yards on the Warhawks. That 12 could've easily been more. Two weeks in a row a blocked punt turned the tides. Lakeland was in the game at 14-12, but saw it all slip away after a dropped pass that would've been a first down, then the blocked punt on the next possession. Had that pass been caught, Lakeland could've driven down the field for a score, either a FG or TD, and then you're looking at 17-15 UWW with a FG or even 20-17 Lakeland. It's amazing what momentum can do for a game.

The team as a whole looked dejected after the game, but Coach Zebrowski was upbeat and they'll be ready for conference. They've got their sights set on the IBC championship and a playoff berth and are not going to worry too long about losing to Whitewater.

A lot of "could've/would've"... Much easier to digest if the game ended up 24-12, NOT 73-12! Momentum doesn't account for 61pt difference and giving up over 650 yds offense. "If Whitewater hadn't scored 9 more TD's than Lakeland, Lakeland could've won."

aufb05 · September 19, 2005, 01:34:15 PM

Big-Uns-

Lake should focus on their next game like everyone else. Focusing on the end game may wind up disappointing half way through the season. If you think AU, Mac, Con(w) or anyone else for that matter is going to let Lake role over them, think again.

D3Somebody · September 19, 2005, 07:29:12 PM

AUFB,

Aren't you the same person who tore down Benedictine the last few months before the season?

Now all of a sudden since BU has a coach from AU, you are giving them credit? Nice try.

aufb05 · September 19, 2005, 08:49:47 PM

D3Somebody-

Re-read the post pal, we (Fat Pongo) were talking about BU sky boxes. As for AU I'm a IBC D3 fan that lives near the AU University. I happen to believe that the IBC can someday emerge out of the cellar and be competitive. That said and in respect of the men who play this game, asking that a program be eliminated is B... S... If your a BU student tell Joe Sergo you don't appreciate his team efforts. If your a BU parent or friend rethink your kids school or your friendship or change your handle to D3Nobody. Either way support your program or tell your sad story to someone who gives a s...

D3Somebody · September 20, 2005, 12:13:05 AM

Alhough I don't know if they are archived, I'm sure you have ripped on BU before.

Everything you said in your post has nothing to do with you giving BU credit...simply because a former AU coach is the HC there. That is the ONLY reason you are giving BU credit. Obviously he is not that good...I think BU would be better off with their last two coaches.

And what would "Joe Sergo" do if I told him I don't appreciate "his"(not his) team's efforts? Do you know him personally and know what he would do?

Bottom line, don't stick up for BU because of it's AU coach...because that is the only reason you are doing it.

aufb05 · September 20, 2005, 09:49:54 AM

D3Nobody-

Get a life.

Da One · September 20, 2005, 12:26:35 PM

Let's face it, This is the last year the IBC will be in existance and national respect will never happen. All the IBC teams can do is forget the non-conference schedule and focus on the most important game of the season, the next one. Good luck to all IBC teams.
Maddog,
Don't worry there is no team like UW-WW in the IBC.

d3fballfan · September 20, 2005, 01:14:49 PM

D3douchebag (somebody)....Yes it's going to be a long season, but here's the deal on BU:

1. Nobody recruited for the program this year after the coach was fired until March 1st.

2. Team has few returning players. Most of the roster consists of underclassmen. Keep in mind they were 1-9 last year with those players.

3. Key injuries...especially the freshman QB who has shown some spark, RB and a host of others.

4. First 3 games versus tough competition. 2 of them against nationally ranked teams.

I'm sorry but making a statement that they should fold the program is a tad ignorant. It's impossible to turn a program around in one season considering how it has deteriorated over the last few years. You can't blame the coaching staff with what they've been given to work with. Give BU a couple years. Plus, let's see how they do against weaker IBFC teams.

maddog8 · September 20, 2005, 01:25:05 PM

To all concern, Maddog is still positive on the MUSKIES, Yes they got trashed, but the bright side is that they played TWO top ranked teams and came out of them unharmed and physically ready for the IBFC. The way I see it is LAKELAND has two options, give up which would be a mistake or regroup and get ready for the conference. Looking at Whitewater, (WOW). they looked like they were in there 7 th week of football, clicking on all cylinders. LAKELAND had some bright moments, but again to many , misques. They will be ready, Coach "Z" will not let them QUIT. There leadership is second to none and will have the troops ready. Again this is really the way to prepare for the conference play against 2 top ranked teams. LAKELAND now knows what it will take in the playoffs to get the FIRST IBFC PLAYOFF WIN. Again take nothing away from Whitewater, they were phanominal. LAKELAND has a great team and has nothing to be ashamed of, they played a great team both Offensively and Defensively. LAKELANDS Leadership has to step it up to get to that level, MY MONEY IS STILL ON THE MUSKIES!!!!!. i WILL SAY THAT i DID WITNESS A RECEIVER BORN. Eric Royal my son you took ungoddly punishment on your receptions and still hung onto the ball.. Those hits you took were Ronny Lott hits and still held onto the ball, that was missing last year. Great job and keep on improving. Maddog out til next week. Oh Da One thanks, I agree with you good luck this weekend for family week. OUT

aufb05 · September 20, 2005, 01:34:20 PM

Maddog-

You better be positive on Lake or the the team will take you to the woodshed. Hang in their friend, an exciting IBC seasons starts Saturday.

SaintsFAN · September 21, 2005, 07:43:54 AM

With the congratulating a WR on taking hits, why is Lakeland QB laying out his receivers to dry?

Sorry maddog, had to do it

Gomer Pyle · September 21, 2005, 07:46:15 AM

The real season starts now.
(1) Aurora over Greenville. Was going to pick this as a possible "dark horse" game but then thought better of it.
(2) Concordia,Wis over Mac. There is a caveat to that though. If Mac can get a good passing game going to back up a running game then mac has a good chance at a "W". If none of that happens and they (Mac) just play good "D", i think Con, Wis takes it with the aid of their F/G kicker. A close game either way.
(3) Lakeland over BU. You have to feel for BU as LC will be out show the IBFC who`s the boss. The sting of getting beaten last week( by a superior team) will translate into an ulgy game. By that i mean points wise. Lakeland didn`t like the score last week and BU can`t score so bombs away.
(4) Eureka and Concordia,Ill is in my view a toss up. Neither team has shown much so far so their`s should be the best game of the week in terms of
strenght of programs. They`ll just battle it out
and when the whistle blows at the end of the game..... somebody will get the "W".
As always by saturday night we`ll all know for sure who did what.
My comments are not met to fan the fires just to
express my opinion.

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aufb05 · September 21, 2005, 09:47:23 AM

Gomer Pyle-

If AU v Green is a possible "dark-horse" then AU's season is in trouble. We'll see if their bye week helped them with their transition.

Lake will win but I'll be surprised if the score gets runned up to high double digit numbers (over 50). Ben is not going to give it away.

I like MAC over Con(W)

I agree w/you on Eureka & Con(I) a coin toss - though I think Con(I) needs the win more than Eureka.

FalconsFootball · September 21, 2005, 02:19:12 PM

The word is, from WW, that Lakeland played so dirty WW put their starters back in to teach them a lesson. Way to go out and earn that respect. Or how about Mac, rushing another teams band as they go through their pre-game routine. Well done there too.

The IBC needs to compete and win to get respect and we still have not done that. Lets all have a good season and play hard in the games we have left. Good luck to everyone and lets make it a good year. And how about winning a playoff game, then the respect will come.