FB: Ohio Athletic Conference

[BoBo]

Raider 68....I understand the coaches are very impressed with O-K .  One former coach told me he expects O-K to be good at home with a real shot to beat the Raiders.  What with a new QB and all, one can never say. It certainly will be a tough road test for a young team.  Anybody know the best travel plan to get to that cheese eater paradise.

Took me a while to figure out what you were talking about. There's no hyphen in Oshkosh.

Seriously purple? As a WIAC follower, I find that hard to believe - New QB, young team or not, Raiders should have no trouble.

Best travel plans? Just stick you nose out the car window and follow the smell...of the cheddar, that is!!     

[HScoach]

Bobo:  What do you expect a coach to say (current or former doesn't matter)?  I'd be shocked to hear any of them to say anything other than they expect a battle from O-K.  They would have said the same thing about SJF, or Averett, or Allegheny or Little Sisters of the Poor.     It might be boring and cliche, but it's standard operating procedure for anyone that's ever been on the sidelines.    Lord knows I annoy the crap out of Ric with my "coach-speak" crap leading into and after every game.     

The coach might feel otherwise internally (which I'm sure is true about 70% of Mount's schedule on average), but it is very rarely vocalized to anyone outside the coaches office.  The last time I remember hearing a coach say "we'll be fine" to some casual friends was a couple days before Beaver ran all over MUC in the freezing rain in Salem VA. 


Pat:  Yes, I added the hyphen in Oshkosh on purpose just to annoy you.

[reality check]

Call me cocky.  Call me arrogant. 

If UWRF is a close game, I'd be shocked and disappointed. 

At home against a team that hasn't been .500 in a decade (3-7 every season for the last 6 seasons) and returning a combo of Simmons and Donley on O with a very talented defensive backfield returning, I think ONU should handle UWRF. 

Could UWRF keep it close or win?  Of course, it's football.  But I'd be surprised and disappointed if that were to happen.

Way too early prediction: ONU 38, UWRF 17

[Kira & Jaxon's Dad]

First win ever for the University of Mount Union!

UMU - 45
UW-Oshwhatever - 7

[Kira & Jaxon's Dad]

UMU JV Schedule posted on Ric's Site for 2010:

Interesting Opponent:
Columbus Post-Graduate Sports Academy

[reality check]

From OCF.com, ONU's first wave of announced recruits...

Buenger to Attend Ohio Northern University

Justin Buenger has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in Construction Management.  Buenger currently attends Patrick Henry High School in Ohio.  He will play running back for the Polar Bears.  Buenger rushed for 1,850 yards and 32 TD's in his final campaign.  Following his senior season he received All-State, All District, and All Conference honors; all while serving as team Captain.  Justin is the son of Roger Buenger and Michelle Schwieber, who reside in Homler, Ohio.

Rice to Attend Ohio Northern University

Lucas Rice has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in Sports Management.  Rice currently attends Olentangy Orange High School in Ohio.  He will kick for the Polar Bears.  In his final season Luke connected on 11 field goals with a long of 41 yards and 28 touchbacks.  Following his senior season he received All-State, All District, and All Conference honors.  Lucas is the son of Robert and Kelly Rice, who reside in Lewis Center, Ohio.

Hayes to Attend Ohio Northern University

Blake Hayes has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in pharmacy.  Hayes attends Cincinnati Colerain High School in Ohio.  He will play tight end for the Polar Bears.  Hayes was a member of the Greater Miami Conference All-Academic Team while playing for one of the best programs in Ohio.  Blake is the son of Bill and Barb Hayes who reside in Cincinnati, Ohio.


Burks to Attend Ohio Northern University

Cody Burks has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in physical education.  Burks attends Mishawaka High School in Indiana.  He will play linebacker for the Polar Bears.  Burks captained a team that led the Cavemen to an 11-2 record.  Cody is the son of Gary and Dawn Burks who reside in South Bend, Indiana.

Cornell to Attend Ohio Northern University

Miles Cornell has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in communications.  Cornell attends North Farmington High School in Michigan.  He will play defensive back for the Polar Bears.  Cornell made 30 tackles, 2 sacks, and 6 pass break ups in his senior season.  Miles is the son of Andre and Marlene Cornell who reside in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

Hovis to Attend Ohio Northern University

Nick Hovis has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in ONU's prestigious engineering program.  Hovis attends Grove City Christian High School in Ohio.  He will play linebacker for the Polar Bears.  Hovis captained Grove City Christian to a Regional Championship this past fall while earning all All District and All State Honors.  Nick is the son of Gary and Karen Hovis who reside in Ashville, Ohio.

King to Attend Ohio Northern University

Mike King has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in social studies.  King attends Cloverleaf High School in Ohio.  He will play defensive line for the Polar Bears.  While serving as captain, King accounted for 58 tackles and 3 sacks.  Following his senior season, King was named All League and All District.  Mike is the son of David and Una King who reside in Lodi.

Ross to Attend Ohio Northern University

Andrew Ross has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in biology.  Ross attends Kenston High School in Ohio.  He will play offensive line for the Polar Bears.  A two year starter at center, Ross served as a team captain his senior year and was named to the All County Team.  Andrew is the son of Robert and Jackie Ross who reside in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.

Rue to Attend Ohio Northern University

Tyler Rue has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in exercise physiology.  Rue attends Western High School in Florida.  He will play quarterback for the Polar Bears.  Rue also kicked for Western and served as a team captain his senior year.  Tyler is the son of Rick and Lisa Rue who reside in Davie, Florida.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ku4FEcf0tn8 (kid looks pretty darn good)

Wills to Attend Ohio Northern University

Richard Wills has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in education.  Wills attends Bellevue High School in Kentucky.  He will play quarterback for the Polar Bears.  Wills accounted for over 1,200 yds of total offense and 12 Touchdown's.  The senior captain was also named a Northern Kentucky All Star.  Richard is the son of Mike and Karen Wills who reside in Florence, Kentucky.

Graber to Attend Ohio Northern University

Justin Graber has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and major in ONU's prestigious engineering program.  Graber attends Fairbanks High School in Ohio.  He will play defensive line for the Polar Bears.  Following his senior season, Graber was named All League as a member of both the offensive and defensive lines.  Justin is the son of Terry and Susana Graber who reside in Plain City, Ohio.

Brand to attend Ohio Northern University

Grant Brand has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and will be studying Undecided. Brand attends Jefferson High School in Ohio. He will play defensive line for the Polar Bears. Following his senior season, grabber was a named All League as a member of the Offensive and defensive line. Grant is the son of Marlene Brand.

Brandeberry to attend Ohio Northern University

Ryan Brandeberry has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and will be studying in ONU's pharmacy program. Brandeberry attends Clay High School in Ohio. He will play Strong Safty for the Polar Bears. Following his senior season, he was named to Honorable Mention All District team as a member of the defensive secondary. Ryan is the son of Scott and Kim Brandeberry.

Malcolm Burrell to attend Ohio Northern University

Malcolm Burrell has committed to attend Ohio Northern University this fall and will be studying Undecided. Burrell attends DeSales High School in Ohio. He will play linebacker for the Polar Bears. Following his senior season, he was named to the All District team as a member of the front seven. Malcolm is the son of Roy and Sharon Burrell.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGp4g1GHAHY

Dessingue to attend Ohio Northern University

Brandon Dessingue has committed to attend Ohio Northern University in the fall and will be studying Athletic Training. Dessingue attends Monarch High school in Florida. He will Play Quarterback for the Polar Bears. Following his senior season, he was one of the top passers in his county at the quarterback position. Brandon is the son of Steven and Diane Dessingue.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_vidcWi9Wo

Dixon to attend Ohio Northern University

Henry Dixon has committed to attend Ohio Northern University in the fall and will be studying Civil Engineering. Dixon attends Yorktown High School in Virginia. He will play Linebacker for the Polar Bears. Following his senior season he earned first team All District Honors as a member of the front seven. Henry is the son of Lee and Carlie Dixon.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwauRR8lQ1k

Zawaski to attend Ohio Northern University

Jacob Zawaski has committed to attend Ohio Northern University in the fall and will be studying Chemistry. Jacob attends Plymouth High School in Michigan. He will play Linebacker for the Polar Bears. Following his senior season he was a member of the First Team All Conference Team as a member of the front seven. Jacob is the son of Steven and Amy Straley.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4C-FCiNvkZM

News Release By: ONU Football Department



A couple All-State guys and plenty of talent in round one of the recruiting releases.  State representation: Ohio - 10, MI - 2, FL - 2, VA - 1, KY - 1, IN - 1

[reality check]

First win ever for the University of Mount Union!

UMU - 45
UW-RF - 7

What?

[HScoach]

^  wondering if he's figuring that Oshkosh's AD will wise up and feed River Falls to the Beast instead?

[Kira & Jaxon's Dad]

Edited my original post.  I haven't been sleeping much lately...

[FloridaRaider]

Hey guys, Havent been on much because of spring football. A couple of pages back you were talking about Panteges from Trinity Catholic. I actually met with him to discuss Mount Union and how the program works. He is a very fine young man, who played at a very competitive high school. Theyve been in the state championship a couple of times in the past 5 years. Im really looking forward to see what he does for the Raiders. Im doing my best to keep funneling the kids in from Florida. Im working on a halfback right now.

[Kira & Jaxon's Dad]

FLRaider,

Where are you coaching now?

[FloridaRaider]

I coach at my alma mater- Belleview High School, just outside of Ocala, Florida.

[seventiesraider]

First win ever for the University of Mount Union!

UMU - 45
UW-Oshwhatever - 7

Insert the sound of one hand clapping (no really)

[BashDad]

RC,

From my perspective, the Dessingue kid is the better quarterback, though both have pretty janky throwing motions.

Rue seems average to below average. Lot's of joystick option pitches, screen tosses, with the occasional (and capable) long ball, and that's kinda it. I dunno. I always think it's a bad sign when 5 yard outs drop below the waist as they arrive.  What impressed you?

As for Dessingue, he's physically impressive-- both in the pocket and on the move-- and his ball doesn't suck, but I mean no-one ever told him "Hey Brandon-- looks like you're tossing watermelons when you throw"? Might have something to do with why his level 1 balls fall like a shot bird after 15 yards.

Anyway, thought I'd offer an unsolicited opinion.

[reality check]

BashDad

What I like about Rue on the youtube clip:

It starts out slow, I'll give you that.  The offense dictates some of what he does though.  The bubble screens are all well delivered and similar to some of the stuff ONU already runs.  He appears to be a good athlete (has a pretty strong leg too from the looks of those PAT's) with good football instincts.  When given a chance to throw a deep ball, he seems to have plenty of arm strength.  I just think he has a lot of skills that fit the system that ONU is currently running.

I'm not going to knock any kid because the coach called a lot of option out of spread.  I see lots of potential there.  I saw plenty of outs hit the targets and if you can deliver a deep ball with accuracy and speed, then it's not a matter of a weak arm causing an errant 5 yard out.  This could be why he's headed to the OAC and not a higher level (could be their loss and ONU's gain?!?).

Dessingue seems likea more capable runner but from my analysis he underthrew a majority of the 15+ yard passes downfield a step or two behind the receiver with the exception of the first pass on the film.  He seems to have decent arm strength but not the same as Rue.  But Dessingue is a tougher runner and still a decent passing threat.  Either way I like what I see. 

Keep in mind ONU had a pretty good running QB recruited a couple years ago: Kyle Simmons.