FB: American Southwest Conference

elcowboy · October 31, 2005, 01:57:16 PM

I've come out of retirement to make a post. I was fortunate to be in attendance Saturday night at Shotwelll Stadium. What a fun game to watch. Over 6,000 fans, two bands and great weather. HSU and MCM should get together and make it an annual affair at Shotwell. I know MCM has made some improvements in all areas of the game but Sellers was the show. Very few players can single handedly cange the complexion of a game--but he cerrtainly did. I'm glad HSU won, I thought they would eventually get to Sellers and they did in the 4th quarter. It will be interesting to see how he does against UMHB. Two more to go then another ring for the Cowboys--see you in Seguin--ELCOWBOY

proudmcmdad · October 31, 2005, 01:58:43 PM

As far as McM's defense, they are in the middle of the pack in most defensive categories. They do however lead the league in causing turnovers (28, 20 interceptions and 8 fumble recoveries), 3 more than HPU's 25 turnovers in 2nd. They are also #3 in sacks with 20.
McM plays the run well and should match up well with MHB impressive running attack.
McM will put some points on the board this weekend and if MHB puts the ball on the ground a couple of times, McM can win this one.

cover2 · October 31, 2005, 02:01:09 PM

Before Saturday, I wonder when the last time UMHB was without a rushing TD? I would think it has been awhile.

Thomas · October 31, 2005, 02:28:59 PM

The reason the defense is inthe middle of the pack is because of the Sellers kid. He controls the clock by running the ball. You control the clock you control the game. I watch all the teams and this is the first time in years McM finally is running the ball, even though it is with a QB instead of a RB. I remember it use to be pass, pass, and the pass again. Any team that dominates runs more than they pass.

Ralph Turner · October 31, 2005, 03:43:50 PM

Thomas, actually McMurry has tried to run the ball the last couple of years.

In 2004, they were 2-8 but controlled the time of possession 33:28.

http://www.mcm.edu/sports/football/teamcume04.htm

In 2003, they averaged 39 rushes to 28 passes on a 4-6 team and Time of Possession of 31:07.

http://www.mcm.edu/sports/football/teamcume03.htm

This year, they have had 19 of their 37 TDs score from more than 20 yds.

That doesn't take a lot of time off the clock.

proudmcmdad · October 31, 2005, 03:46:36 PM

HSU is a dominate team in the conference and 56% of their yards are in the air. MHB is a dominate team that punishes you on the ground. Thomas, you quoted conventional wisdom but I don't think that totally applies to the pass happy ASC.

I have been touting Sellers as an exciting player after the 1st game of the year and got roasted by several on the board for comparing him to Adam King, former HPU star QB. But Sellers hasn't won 5 games all by himself.

McM has won this year on big plays both offensively and defensively and I don't think it will change over the last 2 games.

Ron Boerger · October 31, 2005, 03:59:48 PM

Quote from: proudmcmdad on October 31, 2005, 03:46:36 PM
McM has won this year on big plays both offensively and defensively and I don't think it will change over the last 2 games.

The question is what happens after Sellers leaves. I hope McM will continue to have the success it has found this year, but with him being such a dominant part of the offense am not optomistic.

proudmcmdad · October 31, 2005, 04:13:20 PM

Replacing Sellers next year is a big question, same really goes for the starting linebackers. Backups haven't played much.

A respectful season (5-7 wins) should help retain the freshman and sophomores. The coaching staff did a great job recruiting last year and will need to do the same next year.

CwbyFann · October 31, 2005, 04:35:46 PM

Proudmcmdad, don't be afraid to compare Sellers to King. I played against King on his best day (literaly) and a few other times as well, and I think he matches up extremely well. In fact he might even be a little more mobile than the fleet footed King.

Come on Dballa I know you've got something to say about this

I also have to agree with Ralph that Mcm has been run oriented in the recent past. They just have not been real successful at it until this year. I do agree that you have to be able to run the ball to be a dominate team ( or at least make people think you can) HSU has a lot of success throwing but it has a lot to do with the fact that you must honor their running game as well. In other words you can't be a one trick pony.

Thomas · October 31, 2005, 04:37:04 PM

I saw where they ran the ball more in those years, but was it to keep the game close or to actually win. The now have a kid who can run and make things happen, not give it to a big back who really never had 3rd gear. McMurry has been close with almost all the games they have played in the past few years even though their record did not show it. I even thought they had better teams, but what always hurt they never had a person who could really move the team and if they fell bring them back. The difference is the QB. As far as running the ball, we all saw who made it to the championship first. You have to run the ball to win. That is another reason UMHB is so sucessful. You run, you control, the clock and keep the game close. That is why they stayed with Linfield. Well, a great scheme and talent. that always helps.

Thomas · October 31, 2005, 04:40:48 PM

McM LB you can replace, they are more or less the same they have had for years. It isn't like they have completly shut out teams. If they do not find another play maker they will be in bind.

hpudad · October 31, 2005, 04:47:54 PM

There is not much talk about HPU on the board, so I'll add a note here. HPU won this weekend in their game against TLU. HPU's defense had 4 interceptions in the game. HPU was able to run the ball and completed passes when needed. HPU's punter helped keep TLU having to travel the length of the field during the game with excellent punts. It seems that the HPU's game is coming together. Since the UMHB win they have not lost a game. With the win over TLU, HPU moves into third place, all alone, in the ASC. I think Coach Redwine and his staff have things going in the right direction.

With 2 games left against LC at Home and MC Away, I think HPU can finish the season strong and win these games, making them 7-2 in the ASC and 7-3 overall. Thoughts...

CwbyFann · October 31, 2005, 04:49:32 PM

I was actually impressed with Mcm's defensive unit. They did'nt give up any big plays and made HSU work for every yard. As promised, they also got two picks.

CwbyFann · October 31, 2005, 04:51:55 PM

No arguements from me HPU dad. They have made tons of progress from the beginning of the year. New coaching staff ect.....

proudmcmdad · October 31, 2005, 05:06:21 PM

HPU proved last week that they have passed TLU as the 3rd best team in the conference. And no, I have not forgotten that they put a big time whuppin on MHB a couple of weeks back. I would still take MHB in a repeat.

The HPU coaching staff has done a great job this year. Even with great improvement at SRSU and McM this year, I think the HPU program has made the greatest stride forward this year.