Kentwood Football
Tuesday, November 01, 2005
Weeks 8 - 9 & preview of Week 10
Post Game Comments: Week 8 we had a very big win over town rival Kentridge. The defense played a great game only allowed the Chargers to cross the 50 yardline once in the 1st Half. The defense got things started with a safety then the offense quickly moved back down the field to make the score 9-0. The offense missed opportunities again by fumbling twice in the red zone and throwing at interception on the one yard line. We were also stopped on the goalline, all in the first half. In the second half the we got things rolling by adding two touchdowns and the defense also put one in to make the score to 30-0 going into the fourth quarter. KR finally got on the board after 6 attempts from the five finishing the scoring out 30-7. Standout performances were by Sean Jones who had three interceptions with one being called back and scoring on another. Sean also had a great game running the football. Curon Singleton, Ben Mayfield and Demetrius Bronson all ran the ball well. Defensively Don Thomas and Mark Austin had strong efforts. IT was a much needed boost for our football team to come out and execute and create turnovers. It is important to get back on the winning track after a tough loss. We will need to improve on taking care of the ball and improving our red zone efficiency if we want to secure the #1 seed in the division
Post Game Comments: Week 9 The coaching staff was very pleased with the outcome of this game. In another crosstown rivalry you have to throw out records when two teams who know each other very well get after it. Kentlake headed by coach Mark Torgerson (9th year) 46-29 came out with a good offensive game plan and took advantage of an early turnover making the score 6-0 after a blocked extra point. The offense responsed with a 70 yard drive to take the lead back 7-6. The defense held and the offense marched down the field making the score 14-6. We had three scoring drives over 90, 80, and 70 yards in the first half. We were able to take advantage of a turn over and quickly went up 28-12 at half. The red zone scoring for the game was 5 TD on 5 trips inside the 20. We were pleased with our running attack. We need to do a better job of catching the football but anytime you have over 400 yards of offense you have to be happy. The defense did well holding Kentlake to 160 yards of offense and that was with 3 plays over 30 yards. We had strong performances from Derek Hartwigsen rushing for over 100 yards, and Kolten Sisson who finished with 3 tackles behind the line and 1 sack. Alex Phillips was also perfect on all his kicks. Andrew Stephensen also had a strong performance rushing for 99 total yards. The contest was played hard by both programs I have a lot of respect of the Kentlake staff and the way their team plays. Congratulations to the team for winning a League Championship - the schools 8th in 24 years and for winning the French Claude trophy for the top football team in Kent.
This Week's Preview: The Bothell Cougars are currently (7-2) in 2005 having defeated their last opponent Franklin 28-8. In their two losses they were defeated by #1 Skyline and another playoff team Woodenville. Coach Tom Bainter (6th year), 43-12 has created a winning tradition at Bothell and runs an outstanding program from the booster on down to the youth programs. He has a very talented team with eight returning starters (4 offense, 4 defense): OL/LB Niko Wacker, 6-2, 210, Sr.; OL/DL Nicky Jamison, 6-0, 250, Sr.; #65 OL/DL Chris Freeburg, 6-5, 255, Sr.; #3 WR/DB Matt Roberts, 5-8, 160, Sr.; LB/OL Ayden Jones, 5-10, 185, Sr. Cougars return strong, experienced lines, led by Wacker, a two-way, All-KingCo player as junior, and 250-pounders Jamison and Freeburg. Bothell does a lot of offense which will be a challenge. They throw the ball very well and the share the wealth when it comes to attacking defenses. Their defense is very mobile with several players seeing time at the Linebacker and Defensive Line positions. They don't stay blocked. This game will be one of the better qualifying games in the state. The Blue Train travels well and will show up in big numbers. We hope to see you there, come early and enjoy some great High School Football. The football team is excited about the playoffs and the opportunity to play a quality program like Bothell.
Future Conks: The Junior Varsity (4-5) The junior varsity lost it last two games of the season verses Kentridge and Kentlake. The team showed some promise with close first half scores in both games. (14-14 against KR and 7-7 against Kentlake). Turnovers killed scoring opportunities and strong performances by the opposition settled the scores early in the 3rd quarter of both games. The Junior varsity is made up of Sophomore and junior players and this year proved to be a strong challenge. The team believes that have the ability to compete and win in this league and is committed to getting better. Sometimes you have to look at how far you have come to realize what you have accomplished and their were several boys that did just that. Congratulations on a hard played season and we look forward to these boys committing to working hard in the off seasons so we can continue to improve.
The Freshman Team won their seventh contest in a row finishing the season undefeated (7-0). It came at the expense of the Kentlake Falcons who came into the contest undefeated themselves. The parents and players said it was the hardest hitting game of the year. The freshman never trailed in the game but did not put the game out of reach until late in the 4th quarter. The final score was 26-12. The offensive line really stepped up and did a great job on a rained soaked night. The running backs had another strong performance scoring twice, a qb sneak and a great touchdown pass and catch would round out the scoring. After the game the players, coaches and parents met back at the School to eat pizza and celebrate in the victory. The Varsity staff wants to congratulate Coach John Anderson, his staff and the entire freshman football team for winning the League Championship - winning the Freshman French Claude Trophy and finishing the season undefeated. The conditioning program and the closeness of the team is what set them apart this year. GREAT JOB.
Assistant Spotlight: Coach Kurt Phelps "the little General" is the statesman of the football staff having been at Kentwood for 22 years. He has been apart of every State Championship run. He started out volunteering under Dave Lutes for 7 years. He has coaches running backs and secondary and now coaches the Quarterbacks and Coordinates the offense. He is a big reason or a lot of the traditions and winning football at Kentwood all these years. Did you know that Coach Phelps played at Kentridge under Dave Lutes and just had his 44th birthday on Monday October 31st. Happy Birthday Coach Phelps.
Post Game Comments: Week 9 The coaching staff was very pleased with the outcome of this game. In another crosstown rivalry you have to throw out records when two teams who know each other very well get after it. Kentlake headed by coach Mark Torgerson (9th year) 46-29 came out with a good offensive game plan and took advantage of an early turnover making the score 6-0 after a blocked extra point. The offense responsed with a 70 yard drive to take the lead back 7-6. The defense held and the offense marched down the field making the score 14-6. We had three scoring drives over 90, 80, and 70 yards in the first half. We were able to take advantage of a turn over and quickly went up 28-12 at half. The red zone scoring for the game was 5 TD on 5 trips inside the 20. We were pleased with our running attack. We need to do a better job of catching the football but anytime you have over 400 yards of offense you have to be happy. The defense did well holding Kentlake to 160 yards of offense and that was with 3 plays over 30 yards. We had strong performances from Derek Hartwigsen rushing for over 100 yards, and Kolten Sisson who finished with 3 tackles behind the line and 1 sack. Alex Phillips was also perfect on all his kicks. Andrew Stephensen also had a strong performance rushing for 99 total yards. The contest was played hard by both programs I have a lot of respect of the Kentlake staff and the way their team plays. Congratulations to the team for winning a League Championship - the schools 8th in 24 years and for winning the French Claude trophy for the top football team in Kent.
This Week's Preview: The Bothell Cougars are currently (7-2) in 2005 having defeated their last opponent Franklin 28-8. In their two losses they were defeated by #1 Skyline and another playoff team Woodenville. Coach Tom Bainter (6th year), 43-12 has created a winning tradition at Bothell and runs an outstanding program from the booster on down to the youth programs. He has a very talented team with eight returning starters (4 offense, 4 defense): OL/LB Niko Wacker, 6-2, 210, Sr.; OL/DL Nicky Jamison, 6-0, 250, Sr.; #65 OL/DL Chris Freeburg, 6-5, 255, Sr.; #3 WR/DB Matt Roberts, 5-8, 160, Sr.; LB/OL Ayden Jones, 5-10, 185, Sr. Cougars return strong, experienced lines, led by Wacker, a two-way, All-KingCo player as junior, and 250-pounders Jamison and Freeburg. Bothell does a lot of offense which will be a challenge. They throw the ball very well and the share the wealth when it comes to attacking defenses. Their defense is very mobile with several players seeing time at the Linebacker and Defensive Line positions. They don't stay blocked. This game will be one of the better qualifying games in the state. The Blue Train travels well and will show up in big numbers. We hope to see you there, come early and enjoy some great High School Football. The football team is excited about the playoffs and the opportunity to play a quality program like Bothell.
Future Conks: The Junior Varsity (4-5) The junior varsity lost it last two games of the season verses Kentridge and Kentlake. The team showed some promise with close first half scores in both games. (14-14 against KR and 7-7 against Kentlake). Turnovers killed scoring opportunities and strong performances by the opposition settled the scores early in the 3rd quarter of both games. The Junior varsity is made up of Sophomore and junior players and this year proved to be a strong challenge. The team believes that have the ability to compete and win in this league and is committed to getting better. Sometimes you have to look at how far you have come to realize what you have accomplished and their were several boys that did just that. Congratulations on a hard played season and we look forward to these boys committing to working hard in the off seasons so we can continue to improve.
The Freshman Team won their seventh contest in a row finishing the season undefeated (7-0). It came at the expense of the Kentlake Falcons who came into the contest undefeated themselves. The parents and players said it was the hardest hitting game of the year. The freshman never trailed in the game but did not put the game out of reach until late in the 4th quarter. The final score was 26-12. The offensive line really stepped up and did a great job on a rained soaked night. The running backs had another strong performance scoring twice, a qb sneak and a great touchdown pass and catch would round out the scoring. After the game the players, coaches and parents met back at the School to eat pizza and celebrate in the victory. The Varsity staff wants to congratulate Coach John Anderson, his staff and the entire freshman football team for winning the League Championship - winning the Freshman French Claude Trophy and finishing the season undefeated. The conditioning program and the closeness of the team is what set them apart this year. GREAT JOB.
Assistant Spotlight: Coach Kurt Phelps "the little General" is the statesman of the football staff having been at Kentwood for 22 years. He has been apart of every State Championship run. He started out volunteering under Dave Lutes for 7 years. He has coaches running backs and secondary and now coaches the Quarterbacks and Coordinates the offense. He is a big reason or a lot of the traditions and winning football at Kentwood all these years. Did you know that Coach Phelps played at Kentridge under Dave Lutes and just had his 44th birthday on Monday October 31st. Happy Birthday Coach Phelps.
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