FB: Northwest Conference

[wildcat11]

With Whittier dropping their program, how about the NWC/SCIAC potentially merging?

Non-conference scheduling agreement maybe. But I don't think there would be interest beyond that as long as we have 8 teams up here. I have some worries about 1 or 2 NWC programs (and a few of the other SCIAC ones).

Sure, that makes sense for the NWC right now, but a merger would ensure stability long term for D3football on the West coast. The NWC needs the Southern California schools for scheduling, and a non-conference scheduling agreement does nothing for the SCIAC long term to survive.

So you're saying you want a bailout? 

[RFBredux]

With Whittier dropping their program, how about the NWC/SCIAC potentially merging?

Non-conference scheduling agreement maybe. But I don't think there would be interest beyond that as long as we have 8 teams up here. I have some worries about 1 or 2 NWC programs (and a few of the other SCIAC ones).

Sure, that makes sense for the NWC right now, but a merger would ensure stability long term for D3football on the West coast. The NWC needs the Southern California schools for scheduling, and a non-conference scheduling agreement does nothing for the SCIAC long term to survive.

So you're saying you want a bailout? 

Lol. Old Dog will be here quickly to scream into the void about a bailout /s

[DuffMan]

Bigger margin of victory on Saturday:  Linfield or Saint John's?  Discuss amongst yourselves.

[wildcat11]

Bigger margin of victory on Saturday:  Linfield or Saint John's?  Discuss amongst yourselves.

SJU easily.

[wildcat11]

With Whittier dropping their program, how about the NWC/SCIAC potentially merging?

Non-conference scheduling agreement maybe. But I don't think there would be interest beyond that as long as we have 8 teams up here. I have some worries about 1 or 2 NWC programs (and a few of the other SCIAC ones).

Sure, that makes sense for the NWC right now, but a merger would ensure stability long term for D3football on the West coast. The NWC needs the Southern California schools for scheduling, and a non-conference scheduling agreement does nothing for the SCIAC long term to survive.

So you're saying you want a bailout? 

Lol. Old Dog will be here quickly to scream into the void about a bailout /s

NWCcare for the SCIAC 

[DuffMan]

SJU easily.

I tend to agree but think the Kitties will post a Double Monkey Stomp^TM.

[hazzben]

Lots of seats titled back with Snoop and Dre cranking the factory speakers for all they were worth 

I'm surprised you were accepted at Bethel!

[OzJohnnie]

When you're pimped out, hazzben, this is more what I have in mind.

[D O.C.]

StJ, we're not going to reveal much for Trinity or Team Duff

Saving it all for N. Central College.

[MonroviaCat]

Bus within the NWC - overnight to/from Spokane. Fly to SCIAC. NWC teams were mixed in how they got to Menlo games (back in the day).

Yup, Linfield even took buses to Montana and assume they will again when they go to Carroll.

Still remember when LaVerne bussed to McMinnville (and back) for a non conference game several years ago

[MonroviaCat]

I was at the PP/CMS game Saturday and got a good look at the Hens after only seeing them prior on the PP stream. Their QB Skylar Nobel will remind Linfield guys of the late great Oxy QB Andy Collins. Nobel at 6'3" 230lbs is a big QB with a good arm and can run. He has thrown for 2,303 yds and run for 773 yds in 10 games four of those games over 100 yds( by far PP's leading rusher). His passing and running average 307.6 yds per game  accounted for 21 TDs. Don't know how SCIAC awards work but for me  he has to be offensive POY. How Nobel goes, so goes the Hens and the guy has to be accounted for every play. He runs the offense out of the gun and makes quick decisions...if the pass isn't there he is off and running. On the other side of the ball PP defensive line did a good job putting enough pressure on CMS QB Fogel to keep him at 160 yds for the game. CMS talented soph RB Edwards was held to 106 yds rushing...no small task.  Hens are well coached and aren't prone to making mistakes. They will come in with their game plan centered around Nobel play smart football.

Man--you sound like a scout or something 

[bluenote]

Sounds like an interesting challenge for Linfield. Should be a great game!

[desertcat1]

I was at the PP/CMS game Saturday and got a good look at the Hens after only seeing them prior on the PP stream. Their QB Skylar Nobel will remind Linfield guys of the late great Oxy QB Andy Collins. Nobel at 6'3" 230lbs is a big QB with a good arm and can run. He has thrown for 2,303 yds and run for 773 yds in 10 games four of those games over 100 yds( by far PP's leading rusher). His passing and running average 307.6 yds per game  accounted for 21 TDs. Don't know how SCIAC awards work but for me  he has to be offensive POY. How Nobel goes, so goes the Hens and the guy has to be accounted for every play. He runs the offense out of the gun and makes quick decisions...if the pass isn't there he is off and running. On the other side of the ball PP defensive line did a good job putting enough pressure on CMS QB Fogel to keep him at 160 yds for the game. CMS talented soph RB Edwards was held to 106 yds rushing...no small task.  Hens are well coached and aren't prone to making mistakes. They will come in with their game plan centered around Nobel play smart football.

Man--you sound like a scout or something 

After watching several game films, I agree with cal cats assessment. (Good job)

The Qb looks first , then pulls it down and enjoys running

Good assessment cal cat,  . ( fair and balanced)


Go Cats
Go Big D

[Ice Bear]

I was at the PP/CMS game Saturday and got a good look at the Hens after only seeing them prior on the PP stream. Their QB Skylar Nobel will remind Linfield guys of the late great Oxy QB Andy Collins. Nobel at 6'3" 230lbs is a big QB with a good arm and can run. He has thrown for 2,303 yds and run for 773 yds in 10 games four of those games over 100 yds( by far PP's leading rusher). His passing and running average 307.6 yds per game  accounted for 21 TDs. Don't know how SCIAC awards work but for me  he has to be offensive POY. How Nobel goes, so goes the Hens and the guy has to be accounted for every play. He runs the offense out of the gun and makes quick decisions...if the pass isn't there he is off and running. On the other side of the ball PP defensive line did a good job putting enough pressure on CMS QB Fogel to keep him at 160 yds for the game. CMS talented soph RB Edwards was held to 106 yds rushing...no small task.  Hens are well coached and aren't prone to making mistakes. They will come in with their game plan centered around Nobel play smart football.

Man--you sound like a scout or something 

After watching several game films, I agree with cal cats assessment. (Good job)

The Qb looks first , then pulls it down and enjoys running

Good assessment cal cat,  . ( fair and balanced)


Go Cats
Go Big D

Ice agrees 100%. Ice Karen has not watched PP at all, but from looking at their results this season (which obviously don't tell the entire story) he expects Linfield to show quite well on Saturday. IK would like to see the Cats move forward with some Walt Clyde Frazier "GUSTO." Ice also looks forward to checking out Nobel.

Ice Karen wishes both teams luck and hopes for a great game with no injuries on either side.

[CalCat]

I was at the PP/CMS game Saturday and got a good look at the Hens after only seeing them prior on the PP stream. Their QB Skylar Nobel will remind Linfield guys of the late great Oxy QB Andy Collins. Nobel at 6'3" 230lbs is a big QB with a good arm and can run. He has thrown for 2,303 yds and run for 773 yds in 10 games four of those games over 100 yds( by far PP's leading rusher). His passing and running average 307.6 yds per game  accounted for 21 TDs. Don't know how SCIAC awards work but for me  he has to be offensive POY. How Nobel goes, so goes the Hens and the guy has to be accounted for every play. He runs the offense out of the gun and makes quick decisions...if the pass isn't there he is off and running. On the other side of the ball PP defensive line did a good job putting enough pressure on CMS QB Fogel to keep him at 160 yds for the game. CMS talented soph RB Edwards was held to 106 yds rushing...no small task.  Hens are well coached and aren't prone to making mistakes. They will come in with their game plan centered around Nobel play smart football.

Man--you sound like a scout or something 

Definitely not a scout but did sit by one at the game...my wife tells me I'm "something else" all the time but uses some other words l usually only hear on the golf course.