2018 - 3AD1 Discussion

[H3llR4z0r]

I see that 3A stays pretty dead on this forum, but I thought I would give it a proper thread anyways. What's everyone's thoughts on 3AD1 this year? Who do y'all have picked to be standing at the end?

[YTBulldogs]

Goliad. "If" they survive that brutal district schedule against Edna, Hallettsville and Yoakum.

[H3llR4z0r]

Goliad. "If" they survive that brutal district schedule against Edna, Hallettsville and Yoakum.

That will be interesting. Looks as if the Yoakum/Goliad game last year wasn't really a contest. I know Yoakum lost a lot to graduation, but they obviously know something about beating them, because they've done it 2 years in a row. Looks like they've got a pretty good trio though in QB/RB/WR.

[YTBulldogs]

That will be interesting. Looks as if the Yoakum/Goliad game last year wasn't really a contest. I know Yoakum lost a lot to graduation, but they obviously know something about beating them, because they've done it 2 years in a row. Looks like they've got a pretty good trio though in QB/RB/WR.

Yeah, Goliad is loaded. Ex-Yoakum coach as HC, so he knows us well. We (Yoakum) did lose a lot at RB, WR. But, very talented kid's to fill them vacancy's. But, till they do it as starters at varsity level, has to be a question mark certainly. Having 2 dependable, and above average senior QB's (one likely moving to a WR spot however) behind a veteran line ---helps to develop those new replacements at RB. Lanes will be open. Backs just need to be patient, let it develop -- then hit with their blazing speed.

On defense, we will be better as majority returns. And those newbies slotted in as starters, got plenty of reps last year in most games. Bo, loves playing the entire roster. Should pay off hopefully this year?

Your Rabbits certainly appear set to make a serious run to Jerry's World. Wow, are they loaded or what? Best of luck bud, and enjoy the ride this season.

[YTBulldogs]

I grew up in Daingerfield. I recall back in the day---the Epps Brothers from Atlanta. Boy, they were amazing. I recall a 6-3 final one year, Atlanta beating us, in Atlanta. Winner got into playoffs as district champ. Like around 1979'ish if memory serves me correct. Some very talented teams stayed home when playoffs started back then.

[H3llR4z0r]

Yeah, Goliad is loaded. Ex-Yoakum coach as HC, so he knows us well. We (Yoakum) did lose a lot at RB, WR. But, very talented kid's to fill them vacancy's. But, till they do it as starters at varsity level, has to be a question mark certainly. Having 2 dependable, and above average senior QB's (one likely moving to a WR spot however) behind a veteran line ---helps to develop those new replacements at RB. Lanes will be open. Backs just need to be patient, let it develop -- then hit with their blazing speed.

On defense, we will be better as majority returns. And those newbies slotted in as starters, got plenty of reps last year in most games. Bo, loves playing the entire roster. Should pay off hopefully this year?

Your Rabbits certainly appear set to make a serious run to Jerry's World. Wow, are they loaded or what? Best of luck bud, and enjoy the ride this season.

We have some real good players coming back, that's for certain. Only thing we really lack is size, but that's nothing new here.

Yea 79' would be a bit before my time, but I have heard the Epps name a lot. And yes, lots of very talented teams stayed at home back in the day. It also used to not matter who you played either. Atlanta's past schedules have tons of schools that they wouldn't dare be paired up with now, both big and small. Crazy how things change with time.

[regaleagle]

Yoakum, Goliad, Edna, and Hallettsville will ALL survive to play for a regional championship in the playoffs this season if all goes well for each team. George West is another team that could make some noise in the playoffs in Region 4. What about Marion??? Will they be a playoff contender this season?

[bluecat]

Helloooooooo? Where’s all the 3A posters? My Yoakum Bulldogs are gearing up for another long run into the playoffs. I’m hearing Jerry Longs Edna Cowboys have some studs and Goliad wants some payback, Bring it on!

[Old Green]

Helloooooooo? Where’s all the 3A posters? My Yoakum Bulldogs are gearing up for another long run into the playoffs. I’m hearing Jerry Longs Edna Cowboys have some studs and Goliad wants some payback, Bring it on!

How are the Bull dogs looking this year? I haven’t had a chance to look at them this year !


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[YTBulldogs]

Dog's coming along OG. Vet line, should create some running lanes. Senior QB's (one will be primary WR/S). Solid corp of RB's and WR's. Overall, I think team is ahead of last years team. Corners need to improve in coverage. Bo will have them where they need to be come playoffs. If they could win a game or two in non-district games ( Boerne, Cuero, Gonzales, Needville, Sinton) I'd be happy. An 0-5 start would not surprise me either. They're district encounters with Hallettsville, Edna and Goliad, no walks in the park there either. They better come ready each Friday night.

[YTBulldogs]

Helloooooooo? Where’s all the 3A posters? My Yoakum Bulldogs are gearing up for another long run into the playoffs. I’m hearing Jerry Longs Edna Cowboys have some studs and Goliad wants some payback, Bring it on!

Picking Goliad to win district. They are loaded. But, I think we will nip them in playoffs. Should be exciting season bluecat.:1popcorn:

[Old Green]

Dog's coming along OG. Vet line, should create some running lanes. Senior QB's (one will be primary WR/S). Solid corp of RB's and WR's. Overall, I think team is ahead of last years team. Corners need to improve in coverage. Bo will have them where they need to be come playoffs. If they could win a game or two in non-district games ( Boerne, Cuero, Gonzales, Needville, Sinton) I'd be happy. An 0-5 start would not surprise me either. They're district encounters with Hallettsville, Edna and Goliad, no walks in the park there either. They better come ready each Friday night.

Sounds good. Solid lineman and good Qb’s are good starting point. The Bulldawgs are going to surprise a lot of teams this year with their tenacity.


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[YTBulldogs]

Sounds good. Solid lineman and good Qb’s are good starting point. The Bulldawgs are going to surprise a lot of teams this year with their tenacity.


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Well, when you lose four D1's (Texas, a&m, Ark and Texas St.) off last years club, you'd think we'd be in trouble. By Bo playing nearly all of roster each game, builds that depth and experience. Makes them want some of what them 4 got from last year too.

[regaleagle]

Goliad gets Refugio in Refugio this week.......that will tell us alot about the Tigers this year. If Refugio wins big, then Goliad has more work to do before district and the playoffs. If Goliad gets the win at Bobcat Stadium......then look out!! My brother tells me the guys were missing the confidence they needed last year in the playoffs, but are much more confident starting out this season. This will most definitely be a great game to watch tonite.......maybe an all out slugfest to the end. I know Refugio will play hard to the last second, regardless. They are accustomed to winning even when the chips are down......so Goliad better be ready for a 4th quarter war. Goliad has all the ingredients in place to match up with Refugio this season......except that they haven't been past the 3rd Round of playoffs before, and NEVER to a State Finals game in football. So that can make a difference when playing a perennial like Refugio. Other than that intangible.....I look for Goliad to be able to win this game if they keep the mistakes to a minimum. GRRRR......Tear Em Up Tigers!!!

[regaleagle]

Goliad absolutely overpowered Refugio and shut them down in their stadium before a packed house 35-0. One TD was called back on a very questionable flag early. Refugio had 7 first downs all night. When is the last time Refugio lost in their own stadium??? When is the last time Refugio has not scored any points in their own stadium??? When is the last time Refugio was shut out??? This year's Goliad Tigers came into Bobcat Stadium full of confidence and swagger. From the opening kickoff it was total domination on both sides of the ball by the Tigers. Refugio had no answer for the many weapons Goliad had on the field. The Tiger defense time and again stopped any Bobcat drive and many times with 3 and outs. Both teams have some work to do to improve. Refugio started a freshman at qb.....6-1, 180 lbs......he'll most likely be a good one. But not on this night early in this season against a highly ranked Class 3A D-1 Goliad Tigers team. Goliad gets a very capable George West Longhorns team with their stellar qb next week.

[regaleagle]

Hey Yoakum.....what a great program victory over a very good Cuero Gobbler team last night. The loss the previous week to a good Boerne team(4A-D1) in the very first game of this season only helped your team and coaches to improve some areas of concern. Looks like the Bulldogs will be a force in the playoffs and a major contender this year again. Goliad, Edna, and Hallettsville are all in your district this season......all playoff contenders also, IMHO. Good Stuff!!

BTW: Cuero is 4A also and ranked in 4A in the Top Ten, but not anymore!! Yoakum's stock just rose considerably. Don't sell out just yet, LOL. Your stock is rising on the market.

[regaleagle]

Goliad went into to Refugio and took no prisoners. A TD was called back early on a very questionable flag for offensive holding.....according to my brother. Of course......the Goliad side was packed full with fans standing on the sidelines for this one. Refugio gained 6 first downs all night.....that's it. My brother says the stands on the Refugio side was half-empty by the 4th quarter......they can't accept taking the same medicine they've been giving out all these years. It was payback time for many years for Goliad......and they didn't even stick the knife in deeper like they could have......like Refugio is famous for doing to many teams. My brother figures they came from all around to watch Refugio lose......not just Goliad fans. They figured Goliad was just the team to do it......the timing and scenario was ripe for it. Refugio has a freshman starting at qb......but he's no typical freshman......about 6-1, 180 and has some talent. Refugio beat a pretty decent Tidehaven group the week before 35-0......and Goliad matched that score against Refugio on this night.....35-0. It's been a loooong time since Refugio has been shut out.....I think someone said 2001 in a playoff game. It's been even longer than that since they've been shutout in their own stadium......but nobody seems to know how long. Goliad had 398 yds of total offense......I think they kept Refugio under 100.....it wasn't published. I heard they gained 1.45 yds per carry and had 12 rushes for negative yardage. It was a beat down and total domination by the Tigers. Goliad gets the high-octane offensive George West Longhorns at home this week......GW won 77-12 last week. That's alot of scoring.....I don't care who you played. They defeated a good Orange Grove team the week before 38-24.....so both teams are undefeated coming into this week's contest. I think I'll pick Goliad to win this one too. But GW is no slouch.....their qb Dakota Wallek(6-3, 180) passed for over 2100 yds in 12 games last season as a junior. Goliad did win last season's contest in George West 40-13.

[regaleagle]

Goliad(3-0) 47
George West(2-1) 13

Yoakum(2-1) 33
Gonzales(1-2) 14

Rockdale(2-1) 29
Lexington(2-1) 27

Look at them apples, Huh?

[regaleagle]

Looks to me like the Gladewater Bears out of Region 2 are underrated and a serious contender to win that region in 3A-D1. Last week they went into Texarkana and defeated the Class 4A-D2 undefeated State Champ Pleasant Grove Hawks in their own stadium 44-37 to snap a 17-game winning streak......it was a legitimate upset win. Gladewater was in Class 4A-D2 last season, but dropped down to 3A-D2 this season. They have Atlanta in their district that also dropped down this season. Don't sleep on either of these teams, but only one team can come out of Region 2.

[regaleagle]

The Yoakum Bulldogs looked very impressive again last week in their win over a Class 4A-D1 team.....the Needville Bluejays. Both teams were 2-1 for the season and both teams had good offenses, but Yoakum commanded this game and won easily 42-21. Needville ain't no slouch in 4A.....they will have a good season and will most probably go several rounds in the playoffs. But the Bulldogs have 2 outstanding RB's......Montreal Jones and Mayson Arkadie......both run lightning fast and Jones is just a beast to tackle as well. Right now.....I would definitely say Yoakum is ahead of Goliad and Edna this season with their team and its ability to execute on the Gridiron of Glory each week. Goliad has the personnel and the room to make huge improvement in its game and execution before the playoffs get here......but they are not there yet like Yoakum is already early this season. Don't know that much about Edna's ground and pound offense......but they are good and also have a good defense as well. While Goliad and Edna are still undefeated this season, the Yoakum Bulldogs only loss came in the first game of the season against Class 4A-D1 opponent Boerne......a very good team. Yoakum has played only 4A opponents so far this season and has reeled off some impressive wins against a very tough and competitive schedule against larger classification schools......impressive wins. Yep.....right now those Yoakum Bulldogs are ahead of their competition in Class 3A for playing up to their potential very early this season.....better than both Goliad and Edna for sure.