FB: Presidents' Athletic Conference

Bob.Gregg · June 26, 2009, 10:03:51 AM

Quote from: SaintsFAN on June 26, 2009, 09:44:40 AM
no more working from the tent for opponents radio broadcasts/coaching.

And I so enjoyed the tent atmosphere....if I'd found a long stick, a bag of marshmallows and some good hot coals, I'd have been set for the weekend...

SaintsFAN · June 29, 2009, 09:13:05 AM

Quote from: Bob.Gregg on June 26, 2009, 10:03:51 AM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on June 26, 2009, 09:44:40 AM
no more working from the tent for opponents radio broadcasts/coaching.

And I so enjoyed the tent atmosphere....if I'd found a long stick, a bag of marshmallows and some good hot coals, I'd have been set for the weekend...

The roasting was on the field in Quarters 2 and 3!!

Seriously... two great quarters by TMC won that game.... I think W&J could have an even better team in 2009. I think Thomas More is traveling up into a Hornets Nest..

Hope the off season has been kind to you,

South Willy · July 24, 2009, 03:38:04 PM

Is anyone out there actually thinking about PAC football. It's interesting to read the information from all the other conferences but where is the early PAC hype. I follow BC so you know I can't come up with much but we do have 80+ freshman which should really add some excitement to fall practice. Number of boys from my home state Fl. Hope the program takes the next step this year.

SaintsFAN · August 07, 2009, 11:59:29 AM

Where is everyone??

TMC had a great year of recruiting.. after winning the PAC. They hit the Cincinnati-area very hard.

Combine that with the talent returning in 2009 and should be another great year. Have to get by W&J on the road and avenge a loss to Geneva.

Edit: PAC Media Day has already taken place. To see where the teams are picked to finish by the media and coaches, go here:

http://www.pacathletics.org/fbpacpoll09.pdf

South Willy · August 12, 2009, 09:16:50 AM

Hi Saintsfan. First day at BC, 99 freshman, 61 returning. Doubles the roster of last years squad. Should make for better competion at practice. Hope we found some defensive help.

SaintsFAN · August 12, 2009, 12:07:07 PM

yo Willy... not bad.. Lets see what the numbers are at each school after the kids take the night train during camp!

EDIT: Saints game program available here... 57 freshman in camp.

http://thomasmore.edu/athletics/PDFs/09_FootballGuide.pdf

hasanova · August 12, 2009, 10:58:31 PM

Hey guys. Good to see football season is right around the corner! I'm a Guilford alumnus who can always get a personal look at the more "southern" South Region teams (ODAC, USAS, SCAC, etc.). As I prepare my ballots for the South Region Top Ten, however, I always want to get a better feel for the UAA, PAC, CC and ACFC.

Who are the movers and shakers in your region and who'll be watching the taillights of the leaders? I see SVC is now in the PAC, but I'm guessing they're not yet eligible for the title. Are Thomas More and W&J still the teams to beat in the PAC? Is Wesley still a threat to make Salem? Are the Mules in line for a 9-1 or 10-0 season in the CC? Thanks for your thoughts.

Let's get the season started! Intracity, but interconference, rivals Guilford and Greensboro in the 13th Annual "Souper" Bowl, September 5 at 1 pm. Can't wait!

SaintsFAN · August 13, 2009, 11:25:26 AM

hasanova,

I can only speak for Thomas More... but they have 17 starters returning from the 2008 PAC Championship team. The Saints got some very good recruits in 2009. 110 players in camp. They open up week 1 at John Carroll University in Cleveland and then start the PAC season. Their big tests will be AT John Carroll, AT W&J and AT Mount St Joseph (Bridge Bowl).

I believe W&J and Thomas More are co-favorites for the PAC in 2009. The Championship game was played at Thomas More in 2008 and should be between the two schools again in 2009 at W&J.

hasanova · August 13, 2009, 03:41:43 PM

Quote from: SaintsFAN on August 13, 2009, 11:25:26 AM
hasanova,

I can only speak for Thomas More... but they have 17 starters returning from the 2008 PAC Championship team. The Saints got some very good recruits in 2009. 110 players in camp. They open up week 1 at John Carroll University in Cleveland and then start the PAC season. Their big tests will be AT John Carroll, AT W&J and AT Mount St Joseph (Bridge Bowl).

I believe W&J and Thomas More are co-favorites for the PAC in 2009. The Championship game was played at Thomas More in 2008 and should be between the two schools again in 2009 at W&J.

Thanks, SaintsFan. Your evaluation matches what I surmise in the PAC. I sent you a longer response via PM. The JCU game should be a good one to start the season - I know they had some very enthusiastic hoops fans when Guilford played there in the 3rd round of the NCAA's! Thanks again.

Outsider14 · August 16, 2009, 09:22:13 AM

SVC had 75 upperclassmen & 65 newcomers report, fyi.

hasanova · August 16, 2009, 11:20:40 AM

Quote from: Outsider14 on August 16, 2009, 09:22:13 AM
SVC had 75 upperclassmen & 65 newcomers report, fyi.

Thanks for the update, Outsider14. Any prediction for SVC's record this season?

South Willy · August 21, 2009, 09:29:28 AM

Bethany had a scrimmage yesterday with Marietta and the best report is that there were no injuries. BC working with the lower end of the OAC to prepare for one of the top teams Otterbein opening day.

My son said several freshman played well and could get into playing time early in the season.

BC had no scrimmage last season so it was great to get in some playing time prior to the opener.

beenhit2hard · August 28, 2009, 10:31:54 AM

How did W&J do with MUC,,any thoughts

South Willy · August 28, 2009, 01:07:08 PM

Talked with a buddy that was there, and he said MUC defense was the best unit on the field. Intercepted 4 balls and really limited W & J offense.

Cleveland Cartel · August 31, 2009, 03:15:56 PM

PAC POSTERS,

It's good to be back and knowing football is finally upon us!

I was not shocked to see that Thiel was picked to finish towards the bottom of the conference. Media, SID, and Coach's had them nailed to the bottom. Sounds as if it will be a tough year for the Tomcats. I am excited to see if TMU can hold of WJ and the rest of the PAC for back to back PAC titles.

Bob, when is the last time a PAC team won back to back titles that wasnt named Washington & Jefferson?

I am sure you have that stat in your office somewhere!