FB: Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

[Adam Sayer]

I was trying to be sarcastic jackass, but you're right. A parade at MSJ would be like watching American Idol only worse and with donkeys that poop everwhere.

[victorybell_57]

did you guys even get a rally in the gym or something else sponsored by the school? if not, you should ask for that to be re-visited.

[Adam Sayer]

We got a pat on the back and some got a handshake. But that's what we were told coming in to play. We wouldn't get much except a couple T-Shirts and shorts. I was poor and didn't have much clothing so it was inspiration enough for me.

[victorybell_57]

nothing better than free gear for playing.

[M and L]

Geez, where the hell is everyone?

[M and L]

Has anyone heared from Angry White Man, I really miss input.

[victorybell_57]

you almost have to pick a fight to get people on the board now.

i'll start one, the last 3 years msj has been on balco and that's why they have been so tough to beat.

just kidding, hope you guys are enjoying your winter by the fireplaces.

[dc_has_been]

Victory- here is a ? for ya.  What were Franklin's key loses this past season?  I would assume that they are looking to be a favorite for the HCAC this next season. 
For the rest of the HCAC here are some of my thoughts for the front runners.  For MSJ and how they fair w/ a new qb will be a bonus for them b/c they need a true qb at that position.
DC loses a lot on the defensive end plus their Dcoordinator plus the battle for qb should make it interesting this fall.
If there are any other teams that can offer assessment it would be appreciated.  Plus Im just trying to get some conversation going.

[KYGrizzly]

I see where Defiance College has announced the hiring of Chris Bowers as its new Defensive Coordinator. Bowers most recently served as the Assistant Defensive Backs Coach at Northwestern University and brings nearly four years of experience in the Big Ten with him to the Purple and Gold.

Here is the link from the HCAC website:

http://www.heartlandconf.org/conference_releases/2007/2_19_dcfootball.htm

[formerd3db]

Quick question:  Just curious, if you or anyone knows, however, why would he want to leave Northwestern?  Anyway, probable good move for Defiance.

[SaintsFAN]

They also need Northwestern's QB Coach. 

Just kidding, had to go there.....I think its the year of the Grizz...with their returning QB.  Maybe Hanover at #2?  Just reaching here.  I think MSJ lost alot, but as it was mentioned having their QB making the move to the CA Penal League is not a bad thing for the team.

I think you'll see relatively down years for Defiance and MSJ until the next group of kids step up late in the year.  (But not in week 11 for MSJ). 

[Adam Sayer]

MSJ is losing a ton and I think it is only realistic that they do fall off a little. Knowing how Rod is and from what I've heard about this guy from Anderson, they should rebound nicely, but it will take a year or two I think.

[dc_has_been]

DC did lose some of their studs on the defensive side of the ball so Bowers has a tough road to travel to get them ready for the season.  Hopefully the Big Ten experience will help & it will bring in a lot of recruits too. 
On Hanover being in the running for conf. champs, I guess you can never count them out. 

[victorybell_57]

i know some people are ready to annoint franklin the leader of the hcac next year, but they did lose some good leadership and some good players. not going to give a prediction on them for next year, because you all know i think they should win all 10 games, but they will have a good test each week.

too early to tell, and too early to see who steps up. sorry for being vague, but that's all i have right now. fall camp should be good to see who steps up.

[Adam Sayer]

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