East Region Playoff Discussion

[Frank Rossi]

As I have recently posted on another board, after further review, I truly believe that the East teams were as strong (probably stronger) than Mount's opponent in the semi-final.  I base this not only in regard to scores, but more so watching all the teams perform against Mount.  Del Valley and Alfred were much more balanced, and certainly competed on the defensive side at the same level as Bethel's vaunted defense. 

I truly thought that this year was the year that Mount would/could be knocked out at an earlier time in the play-offs, but in all honesty their defense has improved to an amazing level.  They are playing at such a high level, and the speed on that defense is a sight to see.

Having stated above, I bow to all that is Frank Rossi (and NO....I will NOT join his Rossite cult)!   

I refuse to join it, too.  It's gotta be full of geeks, bores and pompous a**es if it's associated with him.

Oh, wait...  :-)

[In all seriousness, I don't post much during the playoffs for a variety of reasons, but I appreciated this post -- not because of the last sentence, but because it brings some full-circle closure to a lot of the arguments I've been making ad nauseum all second half of the season.  Regardless, we have Purple Bowl VI, as coined to me by TGP yesterday via email -- so, we can discuss the East's relative strength a lot more after a great Stagg Bowl.]

[skunks_sidekick]

   Nicely done Frank......see you Saturday. 

[DanPadavona]

As I have recently posted on another board, after further review, I truly believe that the East teams were as strong (probably stronger) than Mount's opponent in the semi-final.  I base this not only in regard to scores, but more so watching all the teams perform against Mount.  Del Valley and Alfred were much more balanced, and certainly competed on the defensive side at the same level as Bethel's vaunted defense. 

Definitely agree.  The Alfred defense is an impressive unit, and could compete with most teams nationally not named MUC and UWW.  I regret not getting the opportunity to see DV play this season.

I truly thought that this year was the year that Mount would/could be knocked out at an earlier time in the play-offs, but in all honesty their defense has improved to an amazing level.  They are playing at such a high level, and the speed on that defense is a sight to see.

Yes, I agree with this too.  From what I saw on the video feed the MUC defense at this stage of the season is every bit as good as the 2008 championship team.  In early November I felt UWW was the team to beat, but now I would be surprised if MUC did not re-capture the crown.

[labart96]

As I have recently posted on another board, after further review, I truly believe that the East teams were as strong (probably stronger) than Mount's opponent in the semi-final.  I base this not only in regard to scores, but more so watching all the teams perform against Mount.  Del Valley and Alfred were much more balanced, and certainly competed on the defensive side at the same level as Bethel's vaunted defense. 

I truly thought that this year was the year that Mount would/could be knocked out at an earlier time in the play-offs, but in all honesty their defense has improved to an amazing level.  They are playing at such a high level, and the speed on that defense is a sight to see.

Having stated above, I bow to all that is Frank Rossi (and NO....I will NOT join his Rossite cult)!   

I refuse to join it, too.  It's gotta be full of geeks, bores and pompous a**es if it's associated with him.

Oh, wait...  :-)

[In all seriousness, I don't post much during the playoffs for a variety of reasons, but I appreciated this post -- not because of the last sentence, but because it brings some full-circle closure to a lot of the arguments I've been making ad nauseum all second half of the season.  Regardless, we have Purple Bowl VI, as coined to me by TGP yesterday via email -- so, we can discuss the East's relative strength a lot more after a great Stagg Bowl.]

At last!!! I've finally contributed something meaningful to the 2010 season

[Lyco80]

What a game for both teams but hard to believe how many turnovers there were.  I am glad that Wis WW won - although now they seem to be on their way to dynasty status - West.

It will be quite some time before the East teams can successfully compete against the type of talent on display at the Stagg Bowl today.

Those O-lineman for Wisc WW were the real deal - talk about some hosses!

Merry Christmas to all posters and their families!

Go Eagles - oh and don't they look smart after what has happened to #5 in Washington?

ATB

[pg04]

I think this would be a good place to put the scores and updates for the Eastern Region teams in the playoffs...

[pg04]

The livestats make it seem like the Hobart-Wesley game has started with some ugliness bad punts and fumbles. 

[pg04]

The New England teams already down:

WNEC 0
Salisbury 7

Del Val 7
Norwich 0 

[pg04]

Fisher has a good opening Drive, settles for a FG 3-0

[D O.C.]

Kean up 7 - 0 on first drive.

[pg04]

Wesley Strikes first 7-0.

WNEC gets a FG, Salisbury still leads 7-3

[pg04]

Del Val up 14-0.  They don't seem to be having any trouble early. 

[Bombers798891]

Man, how FIRED UP is WNEC right now? Get ready for some garbage time scores by the 5th string defense

[pg04]

4th:  Fisher 20 JHU 12. Why did Hopkins go for it on 4th down with 9 minutes left in their own territory???
4th:  Kean 34 CNU 10.  I didn't expect that!
3rd: Salisbury leads 49-10.
3rd: 48-10 Del Val over Norwich.  Your ECFC champions everyone! 
3rd: 28-14 Wesley.

[pumkinattack]

28-21 wesley, Hobart blocked a punt and returned it for a td.  Unfortunately kicking from 15 yards further back due to celebration penalty.