FB: Old Dominion Athletic Conference

[Ryan Tipps]

Does this count as "mention"? 

[hasanova]

First, is Patrick County considered to be in Central VA, SW VA, or Western VA?  Being a transplanted Yank, I can only use the geographic landmarks that Fox news broadcasts.  When I said Central VA, I should have clarified Petersburg to Stafford.  The game is in Ashland this year, yet does receive a mention on ESPN every season.  Just food for thought...

You're right, b1gpapi, you did specifically say "central" Virginia.    I'm only teasing ... to me, The Game is a big deal ... and I understand its historical significance.  Someday, in fact, I hope to be there in person!  For the record, Patrick Co., VA is in the southwestern part of VA on the border where the Blue Ridge Parkway crosses into NC.  Patrick is adjacent to Henry Co. (Martinsville) where the NASCAR race is held and, as you might have guessed, they were once one larger county named for the famous orator and colonial governor of Virginia.  Patrick Co., by the way, is the birthplace of the Civil War's General Jeb Stuart, so the county seat bears his name.  Since Patrick Henry was one of the founding trustees of Hampden-Sydney (and seven of his sons attended the college), I think it's safe to say he'd be giving a fiery speech to the Tigers at the half! 

[HSCTiger74]

Is anyone interested in the ODAC such as myself?  Our champion is an AQ for the NCAA DIII tourney.  I have a vested interest since my son is a starting DT for the defending conference champs, Randolph-Macon.  They are 1/2 of the oldest southern small school rivalry in the nation.  Hampden-Sydney is the other 1/2.  The last two conference champions have been decided by the winner of this game.  This season looks to be taking the same path.  Both are 3-0 in conference and heading for a collision course that will shake central VA's foundation. 

Last season, we were 1st round fodder for the eventual champion, Mt Union.  It is tough competing against a team that is more than 50% DI dropouts.

You may want to check out the ODAC Board in the South Region Football Section as the ODAC is in the South region, not the East Region.  Also, before you start throwing numbers like "50% DI Dropouts" on this board, you may want to do some fact checking on that.  I would be very surprised if there were ANY DI dropouts on this year's MUC squad.

Nice first post you donkey!

I have to give this guy credit for one thing ... Some of the long-time posters may have other examples to cite, but in the year or so that I've been coming around I can't remember anyone else getting people riled up on three different regional boards with their first post. b1gpapi exhibits a level of cluelessness I would not have thought possible.

[Jacketlawyer]

First off, I would like to congratulate the Jackets on a great all around game on Saturday.  The Jackets ran the ball extremely well, Faulkner was effective and the defense played great.  This looked like an RMC team of old.

Next, I would like to pull my foot out of my mouth talking about RMC and their lack of running game.  Welcome to the ODAC discussion Thaddeus Scruggs.  The ODAC has put so much hype around Caleb Jennings but Scruggs was the one who stole the show.  The offensive line opened up some gaping holes and Steve Matthews blocked his tail off.  Scruggs is a strong runner (the same that Thornton was) but is much faster.  Although Scruggs didn't break off any real long runs, you could tell that if he ever gets a clean break through the hole that he is taking it to the house.

It was the game of the season (I am ashamed to say) that I got to see in person.  I know Earl Peoples has lit up the stats book but watching him in real life was awesome....great routes, great blocking and extremely sure handed, an all around complete wide receiver.

Now the defense...what a game.  Holding Emory and Henry on a goal line stand to preserve the shut out.  Joe Pricone played absolute lights out with an outstanding one handed interception.  Coach Mollet has that defense right where it needs to be heading into Bridgewater, Guilford and HSC.

Just a question to anyone who was at the game...as I was heading out of the stands, I saw a player get injured lated in the 4th quarter.  Was that Pricone?  I couldn't see the jersey number.

Thanks for the synopsis.  Macon has slowly put together a solid season this year, and it does appear your earlier questions have been answered!   Now if we can just get two more, before I get up to Ashland for The Game! 8)

[RMCFan]

First off, I would like to congratulate the Jackets on a great all around game on Saturday.  The Jackets ran the ball extremely well, Faulkner was effective and the defense played great.  This looked like an RMC team of old.

Next, I would like to pull my foot out of my mouth talking about RMC and their lack of running game.  Welcome to the ODAC discussion Thaddeus Scruggs.  The ODAC has put so much hype around Caleb Jennings but Scruggs was the one who stole the show.  The offensive line opened up some gaping holes and Steve Matthews blocked his tail off.  Scruggs is a strong runner (the same that Thornton was) but is much faster.  Although Scruggs didn't break off any real long runs, you could tell that if he ever gets a clean break through the hole that he is taking it to the house.

It was the game of the season (I am ashamed to say) that I got to see in person.  I know Earl Peoples has lit up the stats book but watching him in real life was awesome....great routes, great blocking and extremely sure handed, an all around complete wide receiver.

Now the defense...what a game.  Holding Emory and Henry on a goal line stand to preserve the shut out.  Joe Pricone played absolute lights out with an outstanding one handed interception.  Coach Mollet has that defense right where it needs to be heading into Bridgewater, Guilford and HSC.

Just a question to anyone who was at the game...as I was heading out of the stands, I saw a player get injured lated in the 4th quarter.  Was that Pricone?  I couldn't see the jersey number.

Thanks for the synopsis.  Macon has slowly put together a solid season this year, and it does appear your earlier questions have been answered!   Now if we can just get two more, before I get up to Ashland for The Game! 8)

Thanks Jacketlawyer....I too am looking forward to that second week in November.  Lets see if the Jackets can play two more great weeks like they did this past weekend. 

[RMCFan]

Just read the D3 football team of the week...I want to give a big congrats to Joe Pricone, defensive lineman for RMC who earned the honor.  Pricone had 5 tackles, a sack, an interception and a pass break up.   Solid game.

[allsky7]

First off, I would like to congratulate the Jackets on a great all around game on Saturday.  The Jackets ran the ball extremely well, Faulkner was effective and the defense played great.  This looked like an RMC team of old.

Next, I would like to pull my foot out of my mouth talking about RMC and their lack of running game.  Welcome to the ODAC discussion Thaddeus Scruggs.  The ODAC has put so much hype around Caleb Jennings but Scruggs was the one who stole the show.  The offensive line opened up some gaping holes and Steve Matthews blocked his tail off.  Scruggs is a strong runner (the same that Thornton was) but is much faster.  Although Scruggs didn't break off any real long runs, you could tell that if he ever gets a clean break through the hole that he is taking it to the house.

It was the game of the season (I am ashamed to say) that I got to see in person.  I know Earl Peoples has lit up the stats book but watching him in real life was awesome....great routes, great blocking and extremely sure handed, an all around complete wide receiver.

Now the defense...what a game.  Holding Emory and Henry on a goal line stand to preserve the shut out.  Joe Pricone played absolute lights out with an outstanding one handed interception.  Coach Mollet has that defense right where it needs to be heading into Bridgewater, Guilford and HSC.

Just a question to anyone who was at the game...as I was heading out of the stands, I saw a player get injured lated in the 4th quarter.  Was that Pricone?  I couldn't see the jersey number.

Thanks for the synopsis.  Macon has slowly put together a solid season this year, and it does appear your earlier questions have been answered!   Now if we can just get two more, before I get up to Ashland for The Game! 8)

Thanks Jacketlawyer....I too am looking forward to that second week in November.  Lets see if the Jackets can play two more great weeks like they did this past weekend. 

     Jacketlawyer.....regardless of what happens between now and Nov. 14th....I suggest we get together by the tennis courts and do a little tailgating just like 2007. Let's get that 2007 vibe going again. 

[Jacketlawyer]

 Jacketlawyer.....regardless of what happens between now and Nov. 14th....I suggest we get together by the tennis courts and do a little tailgating just like 2007. Let's get that 2007 vibe going again. 

Let's do that, Allsky.  My brother won't be able to join us this year as he's overseas, but I plan to make the Game; wouldn't miss it.

Hopefully K-Mack will be there, too!

[b1gpapi]

Go R-MC!!  Looks like we're heading for a showdown with H-SC for the ODAC title 3rd year in a row.

[wrighthall220]

Go R-MC!!  Looks like we're heading for a showdown with H-SC for the ODAC title 3rd year in a row.

Sir, you are embarrassing your son.

[Jeremybozz]

 Hall of Fame Running Back Jim Brown gives motivational speech to Bridgewater coaches and players.
www.dnronline.com/sports_details.php?AID=41840&CHID=3&sub=

[hasanova]

There's evidence of a light rain during the night in Greensboro and there's currently a slight breeze, but so far it looks like a good day for the Guilford/W&L game.  The weather forecast, however, does call for a 60% chance of thunderstorms today.  The students have been on fall break this week, but hopefully we'll still have a decent crowd.  I'm looking forward to the game!

[Jeremybozz]

Good luck to the Eagles today!

Good luck to the Cavs against the Jackets today. UVA is the only unbeaten team in ACC play!

[HSCTiger74]

Good luck to the Eagles today!

Good luck to the Cavs against the Jackets today. UVA is the only unbeaten team in ACC play!

And just how pitiful does that make the ACC look?

[HSCTiger74]

3:51 left in 1Q, CUA 7 HSC 0