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Title: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: admin on August 16, 2005, 05:07:19 AM
This is the new home of CC discussion. Welcome aboard, everyone.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 16, 2005, 02:35:07 PM
Interesting new format.  Took a while to figure out how to use it but it seems easier to use.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on August 16, 2005, 04:49:22 PM
This is going to be fun with all the new stuff we can do.    ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: fballfan on August 16, 2005, 05:28:34 PM
This is very cool - thanks.  Look forward to following the conference.  Good luck to all the teams
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on August 16, 2005, 06:02:37 PM
Forums look great!!!  Looking forward to the season - should be some good ball in the Centennial this year.  Go Dips!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: dipthreat on August 16, 2005, 09:34:16 PM
Good Luck to the CC schools this year...
Go Dips
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 17, 2005, 09:20:32 AM
Anyone know when F&M's preview will be posted on their website and in the Season Preview section of D3?  Seem to have remembered them releasing it a lot earlier in previous years.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on August 17, 2005, 01:53:41 PM
Amish:
Typically F&M's Season Preview has been release closer to the start of the season, or at least half way thru camp.
Title: question
Post by: cnu85 on August 17, 2005, 06:52:57 PM
I think I figuerd this out..partially.

One question - when I sign on to post patterns I get page one of 2.....what happens when we get to 25 pages? Can I set a default to change the order of how the posts are displayed?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: dipthreat on August 17, 2005, 09:01:56 PM
F&M usually waits till the middle of camp to showcase the season preview
Title: Re: question
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 17, 2005, 09:27:55 PM
Quote from: cnu85 on August 17, 2005, 06:52:57 PMOne question - when I sign on to post patterns I get page one of 2.....what happens when we get to 25 pages? Can I set a default to change the order of how the posts are displayed?

You can do that by editing your profile, it's one of the many options. However, you can also skip to pages within the board by clicking on the numbers next to the name of the board.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terror82 on August 18, 2005, 02:16:18 PM
Nice board, I'm loving the new features..... ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 18, 2005, 02:26:34 PM
How much are you getting paid for running that ad on our site?
Title: Centennial Conference Preview
Post by: commish on August 18, 2005, 02:31:20 PM
Pat, the message board looks great.  Best wishes for a great year!

The Centennial Conference football prospectus is online at http://www.centennial.org/football/prospectus with all the facts and figures that you have come to expect.  We also have audio clips from each of the Conference's seven head coaches. Thanks for your interest in the Centennial Conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on August 22, 2005, 08:56:22 AM
For those looking for F&M's preview:

http://server1.fandm.edu/departments/athletics/football/stories/05D4026823.html

Go Dips!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 22, 2005, 09:34:38 AM
Very lengthy, comprehensive and informative preview on F&M.  Now just waiting on Muhlenberg, Dickinson, Ursinus and Hopkins.
Title: D3 Kickoff
Post by: mandfense on August 23, 2005, 10:28:32 PM
Interesting that in the D3Football kickoff, Johns Hopkins is predicted to go 7-3 and 3-3 in conference.  This would mean they would be 4-0 out of conference, and win on the road at Hampden-Sydney, yet Hampden-Sydney is predicted to go 10-0.  It's been a while since I've been in school, but I don't think that's mathematically possible.   ::)

Also on the Hampden-Sydney front, I'm not doubting Ricca is a great player, but last time I checked, he doesn't play defense.  The Royals have a better shot at going to the World Series than Hampden-Sydney going undefeated during the season with a defense that was terrible last year and has 8 new starters.   ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 23, 2005, 10:37:09 PM
Even more interesting, mandfense, is that the same writer wrote both of those predictions.

I can't help him if he is going to blow something like that. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on August 23, 2005, 10:40:35 PM
I was just busting chops a little bit Pat.   ;D  1st year doing it and 200+ teams to cover, you can't expect everything to be perfect, but it looks great from what I read so far.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 24, 2005, 09:44:30 AM
I agree! It is nice to finally have something about D3 football other that the page that it is given in most major publications that cater to D1

Have only read about the CC but from what i have read i have enjoyed!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terror82 on August 24, 2005, 02:18:37 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on August 18, 2005, 02:26:34 PM
How much are you getting paid for running that ad on our site?

?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mizzou_mafia on August 24, 2005, 02:36:05 PM
Quote from: terror82 on August 24, 2005, 02:18:37 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on August 18, 2005, 02:26:34 PM
How much are you getting paid for running that ad on our site?

?

Terror82,  Your signature isn't exactly showing a McDaniel helmet like I think you intended.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 24, 2005, 04:01:32 PM
Yeah -- I'm thinking you are wayyy in violation of Helmet Project's terms of service by linking to it here.

Same with you, mandfense. Just like I don't like it when people copy and paste other people's stories onto the message board, this isn't acceptable use either.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on August 25, 2005, 09:29:50 AM
Getting back to the topic.

This website and the efforts of its staff should be commended for their hard work and effort for giving D3 football the respect it deserves. I consider myself truly privileged having had the opportunity to play D3 ball and feel comforted by the fact that this website gives others an opportunity to find out what D3 ball is all about.

With respect to the CC, this is going be a very competitive conference once again.  There is no one standout team that is going to destroy the competition, but rather a good balance of solid, well-coached teams.  While I expect my alma mater, F&M, to have a good season, I think it may be a little unrealistic to have them going 10-0 as suggested in the Kickoff, particularly in light of the fact that they only have 4 home games this season and 6 on the road.  Should be interesting though....

Go Dips!
Title: Re: D3 Kickoff
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on August 25, 2005, 09:55:32 AM
Quote from: mandfense on August 23, 2005, 10:28:32 PM
Interesting that in the D3Football kickoff, Johns Hopkins is predicted to go 7-3 and 3-3 in conference.  This would mean they would be 4-0 out of conference, and win on the road at Hampden-Sydney, yet Hampden-Sydney is predicted to go 10-0.  It's been a while since I've been in school, but I don't think that's mathematically possible.   ::)

Lets keep in mind that the CC and ODAC author also had the ACFC, making that 20 teams he had to cover.

It's also true that more eyes than just his looked over these previews before they were released :)

Honestly, I think all the authors did a fantastic job ... I've read almost 50% of the material, and felt like I got my moneys worth after the first 5%!

You authors keep in mind that for every one complaint (or busting of chops) vocalized, there are 100 compliments that won't be.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 25, 2005, 10:08:23 AM
Go Dips71:

Gotta agree with you there.  Although it would be nice it will be very difficult to walk away in the regular season with a 10-0 record.   As if the CC isnt going to be tough, the Dips also play some good out of conference teams.

Hobart: Only loss during regualr season came to the Dips.  Lost some people including RB Ty Godihno (spelling) and OL Alex Bell.  But do come back with the QB, who did throw for over 2,000 yards.  Dips travel to Geneva this year on Sept 17th, which should be a good measuring stick for this years team.

Union:  Havent played Union for quite some time but correct me if i am wrong i dont believe they have had a losing record in quite some time now.

Carnegie Mellon: Seems to always give F&M trouble.  Not sure if it is the wing t or what but they always give the dips fits.  They come to Lancaster this year and i think we will finally get a "W" against them but they are well coached and some tough SOBs.

Like you said cant wait for the season to start and it will be a very interesting year in the CC.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on August 25, 2005, 12:42:07 PM
That was my thinking...the road-heavy schedule coupled with tough non-league opponents (like Mellon, Union, and Hobart) and the unpredictable nature of injuries makes it unlikely for a perfect regular season.  I played for the '96 squad that went 9-1 in the regular season...and trust me, it's not easy....They will likely drop one of the games to the non-league teams, but could run the table in the CC and make a long overdue visit to the playoffs.

Hobart is always tough.  I never played against Union, but it would be hard to find a better model of consistency and winning tradition.  Mellon has always given F&M fits (and a lot of scars from their old turf) - I have a lot of respect for that program.  They are physical and pound the ball right at you.  Plus, they are a good school with smart kids and consistently have winning seasons.  I have a lot more respect for schools like that than I do for programs that are just football mills and can get just about anyone in.....I don't need to name names, as they know who they are.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on August 25, 2005, 01:52:08 PM
Johns Hopkins preview

http://hopkinssports.collegesports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/082505aaf.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on August 25, 2005, 03:04:19 PM
Thanks for the post on Hopkins' preview.  As expected, Hopkins looks to be solid once again.  I was a bit disappointed in the preview in that there was no analysis or information concerning the incoming freshman players. It looks like they brought in around 30 - not a bad number considering the admission requirements. 

BTW, did Hopkins resurface their field this year?  I remember hearing something in that regard - perhaps it was last year.  Whatever they used has to be better than the crap they had on the field.

Should be good year in the CC!!!

Go Dips.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 25, 2005, 04:40:53 PM
JHU surface (http://www.d3football.com/dailydose/?p=64)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on August 25, 2005, 05:54:20 PM
JHU got some sort of field turf this year (same used in the Baltimore Ravens stadium). 

http://graphics.fansonly.com/photos/schools/jhop/galleries/homewood-072705/JVR8616-lg.jpg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terror82 on August 25, 2005, 09:41:55 PM
Man, it's about time they got rid of that pool table surface they played on before. We played there one year and like four guys came home with knee injuries..... :(
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on August 26, 2005, 04:30:26 PM
Not only that, but I recall the surface being somewhat rough and almost sandy - leaving not so pleasant burns (now scars) on the body....

Good to see the change has been made to the more modern version of turf.


Anybody have any information regarding the scrimmages that took place today?

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ducenickel on August 26, 2005, 11:53:21 PM
The JHU turf was horrible!  We (Muhlenberg) played them one year in a torrential downpour and the turf actually bubbled up!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RampantDad on August 27, 2005, 04:20:16 PM
Best of luck to the Centennial Conference teams in 2005 from an old fummer who was there when they were in the Southern College Division of the MACC. Knew  Bernie Santanella (who had played on the team that faced Fordham with Vince Lombardi)
and saw F&M beat a Widener team led by Billy "White Shoes" Johnson.

Tee it up
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on August 28, 2005, 02:31:04 PM
Any scrimmage news?  There was a post on the MAC board regarding the F&M vs Moravian scrimmage, but it was erased.  Maybe it wasn't acceptable to Pat although it seemed harmless.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 28, 2005, 02:58:53 PM
I did not erase any posts on the subject, badbadassumptionman. Whoever posted it must've gotten cold feet and yanked it.
Title: Re: oravian/f&M scrimmage
Post by: readytorock on August 28, 2005, 05:56:44 PM
Any thoughts on how thee teams scrimmaged on saturday?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 28, 2005, 06:05:02 PM
I remember the post reading that it was nothing like F&M's shellacking of Moravian in last year's ECAC game, but that's all I got.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 28, 2005, 09:27:25 PM
I'm also told by a reliable source that the post mentioned Chris Jacoubs rested his hamstring and did not participate in the scrimmage.
Title: Re: F&M vs Moravian
Post by: badbadman on August 29, 2005, 08:35:19 AM
Thanks for your reply Pat.  I wanted to make sure you didn't have an issue with discussing scrimmages.

Wasn't there, but read a message on the MAC board that was erased.  The message indicated that Moravian looked much better than F&M.  The score, if there is such a thing in a scrimmage, was something like 17-3 when the starters were in.  That poster also mentioned that Moravian controlled the LOS.  As Pat mentioned, he also said that Chris Jacobs and a starting Moravian WR did not play to rest minor injuries.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 29, 2005, 09:31:14 AM
Moravian-F&M Scrimmage:

A very agressive and well played scrimmage.  Both teams will do well this year.  Here are some obervations:

Moravian: Jacoubs did not play and rested his hamstring as did the receiver Hawkins (i think).  Moved the ball and scored on the opening series on a long pass.  other then that Moravians Offense did not do much until the back ups were in. 

F&M:  Gave the Moravian D two scores one an interception and fumble both returned for a TD.  Moved the ball at times but it was an up and down scrimmage for the dips ie, dropped passes, and turnovers.  They were also playing some young kids due to injuries. 

Overall, it was a good scrimmage versus a very well coached and quality team.  Good luck to both teams.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Knightstalker on August 29, 2005, 02:08:36 PM
This link has the Express Times Football preview edition, you have to scroll down on the index page to see the Centennial preview.
Preview (http://www.nj.com/sports/expresstimes/index.ssf/)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on August 29, 2005, 03:35:19 PM
They pick Muhlenberg to win the conference this year which makes three different teams picked in different polls this year.  Coach Donnelly sums it up pretty well for what every team can expect this year:

"I predict this league will be tougher than ever from top to bottom," Donnelly said. "A couple of years ago, you could look at teams and say, 'Those teams are clearly down.' I don't see that. If our kids don't work really, really hard, then we fall down."
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipDad on August 29, 2005, 05:19:26 PM
Was at the scrimmage and am interested in knowing how the Moravian Player they put in a neck brace is doing. Missed the play...hope all is well in Greyhound land.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on August 29, 2005, 06:57:32 PM
Did McDaniel scrimmage Salisbury this past weekend?  Any news on how it went if they did?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Knightstalker on August 29, 2005, 07:51:46 PM
There was nothing in today's Express-Times about him that I could find.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 30, 2005, 10:13:41 AM
Kickoff Saturday only a few short days away.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njlincolnlion on August 30, 2005, 10:28:24 AM
Salisbury 26    McDaniel 17
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 30, 2005, 11:10:11 AM
Could be wrong but i thought i saw in the ODAC pick em page that McDaniel plays Bridgewater.
Title: Predictions
Post by: youcantwin22 on August 30, 2005, 04:32:16 PM
Here are my predictions for CC games this week, let me know what you think.

JH 31   vs. Roch. 7
Bethany 0 vs. F&M 28
Bridgewater  20  vs. Mcdaniel 10
Gettysburg 7 vs. Lebanon Valley 17
Juniata 10 vs. Dickinson 24
Ursinus 20 vs. Susq. 17
Mulhenberg 27 vs. TCNJ 7
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terror82 on August 30, 2005, 08:31:49 PM
Quote from: Amish Allstar on August 30, 2005, 11:10:11 AM
Could be wrong but i thought i saw in the ODAC pick em page that McDaniel plays Bridgewater.

They do play Bridgewater in the season opener this weekend. The Salisbury thing was just a scrimmage
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 31, 2005, 02:59:12 PM
JHU 27 Roch 3
F&M 31 Bethany 0
McDaniel 13 Bridgewater 21
Gettysburg 14 Leb Valley 10
Dickinson 17 Juniata 0
Ursinus 20 Susquehanna 27
Muhlenberg 28- TCNJ 17

Anyone else have any thoughts?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on August 31, 2005, 03:43:36 PM
Amish:

Will F&M have their full team available against Bethany?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 31, 2005, 04:07:15 PM
Yes I would assume so
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on August 31, 2005, 05:40:44 PM
"Will F&M have their full team available against Bethany?"
_____

What do you mean by this question?  Whether there are significant injuries or whether they are bringing only a traveling squad per se?

As for the former, I believe that they are pretty healthy overall as a unit.  As for the latter, everyone travels so the whole squad will be there.


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on August 31, 2005, 08:34:58 PM
Significant Injuries.  I heard there was a significant injury to a receiver.  Also, F&M doesn't necessarily travel the whole team to overnight away games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on August 31, 2005, 09:28:35 PM
Muhlenberg 17 TCNJ 10
Dickinson 20 Juniata 7
F&M 30 Bethany 6
Gettysburg 24  Lebanon Valley 21
Johns Hopkins 27 Rochester 13
Bridgewater 20  McDaniel 16
Ursinus 24  Susquehanna 17
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 01, 2005, 09:40:25 AM
Muhlenberg 23 TCNJ 14  (Lions are down this year)
Dickinson 10 Juniata 7 (defensive battle)
F&M 49 Bethany 0 (whatever score F&M wants it to be)
Lebanon Valley 24 Gettysburg 20 (LVC is on the rise)
Johns Hopkins 21 Rochester 7  (new O, excellent D for JHU)
Bridgewater 21  McDaniel 20 (McDaniel would win if @ home)
Susquehanna 21 Ursinus 20 (Ursinus could surprise here)

Title: On the air
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 02, 2005, 11:57:42 AM
Reminder that tonight's TCNJ/Muhlenberg game will be broadcast live by D3football.com. Pat Coleman and Gordon Mann on the call, pregame at 6:45.
http://www.d3football.com/audio/
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: miz on September 02, 2005, 01:07:40 PM
Quote from: badbadman on September 01, 2005, 09:40:25 AM

(McDaniel would win if @ home)




Negative ghostrider.  Sun shined on a dog's behind last year.  Not again....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wrighthall220 on September 04, 2005, 12:52:22 AM
Congrats to Western MD!  (I'm not big on MC'y D's yet)  You all played a great game.. I hope 7 is ok he's a great little QB!  I was truly impressed by your drive in the 2nd half and you deserved to beat us (BC) in more ways than one.  Keep up the hard nosed play!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 04, 2005, 07:22:44 AM
Miz,

Didn't really understand what you were saying, but I respect McDaniel.  They have a very good coach.  Wish I had given them a two more points in my prediction.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Llamaguy on September 04, 2005, 09:37:44 AM
Again great win for the McDaniel crew. Obviously the Centinnial Conf. is known for Defense. The second half showed that is still the case. You have a great coaching staff as the 8 in the box worked beautifully with the pressure to get the turnovers from our signal caller in the second half. You could have packed it in at the half but didn't. Good luck the rest of the season, with that continual drive you should go far. ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gogreenterror on September 05, 2005, 12:28:03 PM

Hey Terror, isn't it nice to be so underrated by EVERYONE.  Then you go out and do what you always knew you could, and everyone acts like it is the most shocking event in football that weekend.  Oh well, just keep kicking _ _ _ and let everyone else think what they want.  Good luck this weekend, you make us proud!

And just a thought - Why is it that JHU waits until they don't have to try to beat you all at home that they replace the green painted rocks that they called a field? Can you say they needed all the help they could get last year for that win? Ruffle up their pretty little baby blues this year would ya guys? and put them back in their place.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 06, 2005, 08:32:51 AM
That poll on the main page is not reflective of everyone.  Remember, about a third of the posters on Post Patterns are from the ODAC and most of them are from Bridgewater.  I am sure they are the shocked ones you see in the poll.

McDaniel should go either 6-0 or 5-1 until they face their toughest opponents in the last four games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Llamaguy on September 06, 2005, 11:18:07 AM
Quote from: badbadman on September 06, 2005, 08:32:51 AM
That poll on the main page is not reflective of everyone.  Remember, about a third of the posters on Post Patterns are from the ODAC and most of them are from Bridgewater.  I am sure they are the shocked ones you see in the poll.

McDaniel should go either 6-0 or 5-1 until they face their toughest opponents in the last four games.

This BC\ODAC voter was not shocked. I voted for Rowan. ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 08, 2005, 04:26:19 PM
Hampden Sydney 56  Gettysburg 14
Hobart 20  Dickinson 17
Johns Hopkins 27  Randolph Macon 7
McDaniel 45  Seton Hill 7
Albright 38  Ursinus 20
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 09, 2005, 08:51:23 AM
Hampden Sydney 42  Gettysburg 21
Dickinson 17 Hobart 14
Johns Hopkins 20  Randolph Macon 7
McDaniel 38  Seton Hill 17
Albright 45  Ursinus 14
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 09, 2005, 09:10:37 AM
HS 49 GbuHobart 21
Hobart 24 Dickinson 20
JHU- 28 Randolph Macon-0
McDaniel- 31 Seton Hill 10:
Albright 42 Ursinus 14

Where and what level is Seton Hill?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on September 09, 2005, 11:56:30 AM
Seton Hill is NAIA and prospective NCAA D3 Provisional Class of 2006-07.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 09, 2005, 02:39:08 PM
Seton Hill is also in the 1st year of their football program.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 09, 2005, 02:51:31 PM
In that case Mcdaniel 45- Seton Hill 0
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 09, 2005, 05:48:47 PM
Didn't know that McDaniel's Brad Baer separated his shoulder last week against Bridgewater and isn't playing this week (read it on the CC blog).  Any idea how long he's out for????  My guess it's a precaution since's they're playing a 1st year program this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on September 10, 2005, 02:47:50 PM
Keating says Baer should be back for the start of conference play.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 10, 2005, 07:44:41 PM
Great showings by Gettysburg and Ursinus in losing efforts today against quality out of conference foes. 

Either the Bullets and Bears are that much better this year or Hampden-Sydney and Albright are highly overrated.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: norton on September 10, 2005, 08:08:37 PM
mandfense - Gettysburg may be slightly better because they now can throw a little...HSC was up 35-7 at the half and 42-14 late third and played soft pass d the rest of the way...gave up way too many short passes...but the game was never in doubt...the HSC offense has now played 2 games without their top 2 running backs and scored over 50 both times...their offense is not overrated...we'll see about the d in a few weeks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 10, 2005, 08:41:49 PM
I never questioned the H-SC offense, especially with Ricca back there, but they better hope they can outscore everybody because that defense is highly questionable.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 11, 2005, 08:50:26 AM
Quote from: norton on September 10, 2005, 08:08:37 PM
mandfense - Gettysburg may be slightly better because they now can throw a little...HSC was up 35-7 at the half and 42-14 late third and played soft pass d the rest of the way

GC gained 557 yards in 2005 vs 188 yards in 2004.  They were only down 14 at the end of the 3rd quarter - far from "never in doubt".   They passed for 404 yards which is more than a little.  Have to agree with mandfense - either GC is better or HSC is overrated.  More likely is both are true.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bulletbob on September 11, 2005, 09:14:29 AM
Unfortunately, Coach Ricca is right. The game was never in doubt. Did the Bullets play better - yes. Is it sad that we are saying things like "They were only down 14 at the end of the 3rd quarter " as a means of feeling competitive - YES.

This is my first post. I don't use the computer too often, but stumbled upon this site. Why has Gettysburg's program gone from being really great when I was there (1980's) to feeling good about 'only' being down by 14? We were down 35-7 at half. This was not a good showing. Coach Streeter cannot be happy. I feel badly for my old friend. :-[
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 11, 2005, 09:37:11 AM
True - they were more competitive on the road as opposed to being totally outclassed at home in 2004.   Considering where he was starting from this season, it was a respectable performance. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 11, 2005, 01:10:46 PM
Also throw in that Gettysburg was picked dead last in the conference and some predicted wouldn't win a game.  To put up 40 points on a nationally ranked team on the road is impressive and a moral victory.

But I agree with BBM.  I think Gettysburg is better with Streeter back at the helm, and HS-C is a bit overrated, especially on the defensive side of the ball, once again.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: dea on September 12, 2005, 07:49:44 PM
Anyone have any insights about the Union-Muhlenberg game?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 13, 2005, 10:53:12 AM
Union vs. Muhlenberg

I am really looking forward to this matchup.  Union's offense is extremely powerful while Muhlenberg's defense proved against TCNJ why they were the number one defense in the nation last year.  Last years matchup between these two teams was an exciting one.  Muhlenberg had some key turnovers that led to big plays by the Union offense.  Union has a great quarterback and you cant give him the opportunity to take advantage of mistakes because he leads such a powerful offensive attack.  If muhlenberg can get their offense going it could be a barn burner.  I am really looking forward to this game it should be a great one a great offense vs. a great defense, but if im union's quarterback i gotta be having nightmares about #1 from muhlenberg chasing me down in the backfield.



mulhenberg 27   union 23
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: frankbailey on September 13, 2005, 11:26:00 AM
Nightmares huh.....Union returns their entire offensive line. 5 seniors and 2 juniors on the offensive line. I agree that this game will be very fun to watch. but marotti will be ready as he is entering his third year as a starter. Union's offense has many weapons which will be interesting to see how they do on such a tough defense like the mules. i expect a close game but union coming out on top.   

Union 21  Mules 17
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Tlm on September 13, 2005, 02:03:57 PM
fb,

Now you've gone and given away our pass-blocking secret to Muhlenberg.  The 7 offensive lineman that you listed make it virtually impossible to get near the Union QB, unlike most teams that use only 5 offensive lineman. Add in a fullback and 5 wideouts and the Mules don't have a chance, so long as the refs don't bother to count the 14 players on the field.

As info, last year the Mules sacked Marotti twice, with one coming on a 4th and long on the last offensive play for Union with a minute to play.  That was 25% of the sacks that Union's O-Line gave up all season long.  Marotti did have a great game nonetheless.

Two of Muhlenberg's top pass rushers have graduated but it appears that they still have a number of players that can bring it on defense.

I believe that for Union to win the game in Allentown, they are going to have to be able to run the ball effectively, which has been a pretty tough thing to do against the Mule's defense over the past few years.

It should be a great game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 13, 2005, 03:24:23 PM
 fran,

if you wanna talk matchups and experience we can do that.  try this on for size. muhlenberg's defense returns 9 out of its 11 starters from last years number one defense in the nation.  did i mention they only graduated 4 starters on offense.  i realize that marotti is a 3 year starter and i said before he is a great quarterback, but i dont care if your 10th year veteran playing for a superbowl team nobody can complete a pass when they are lying on their back.  it is going to be a great game good luck to both teams.

ps.  nightmares
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: empire8fan on September 13, 2005, 03:55:25 PM
Muhlenburg's D is vastly over rated......Union wont have trouble putting up points on them.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 13, 2005, 04:06:19 PM
Muhlenberg graduated three of their best starters from last years defense: Peer, Walker and DellaPella.  Muhlenbergs preview on the CC website says they have 7 starters back.

They totally dominated TCNJ holding them to 73 yards of total offense in week one.  The Union matchup will very interesting after the SJF collapse in last years playoffs.  If I were the Union coach, I would ask SJF for some advice on attacking that tough defense.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: empire8fan on September 13, 2005, 04:17:14 PM
i wouldnt hold TCNJ as a benchmark, they looked horrible for the 2nd straight game vs Cortland last week.  TCNJ could possibly have the worst starting QB in the east region...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 13, 2005, 04:50:45 PM
badman,
mules did graduate those 3 starters who were a big factor in their defense, but due to injuries there were a number of players on d who ended up starting for half of the season which gave them ample experience as starters.  they did dominate tcnj, but then again tcnj's offense is awful.  if i was the sjf coach giving pointers to union, the pointers would be to go to church saturday before the game and pray that their defense breaks down and plays as bad as they did against sjf. 

e8 fan,
.  you are right tcnj was awful and that shouldnt be held as benchmark........but numbers dont lie 76 total yards against is good regardless of how bad an offense you play against.  if i remember correctly you are a big alfred supporter, maybe you should contact one of the muhlenberg coaches and have them come up with a defensive scheme so that your saxons dont give up 5 touchdown passes this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: frankbailey on September 13, 2005, 09:55:39 PM
alright smartass (TlM) I was including the tightends in the offensive line. so lets make sure you know what ur talkin abotu before you make a joke huh. ok thanks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Tlm on September 14, 2005, 08:54:41 AM
fb,

Just having some fun.  Your passion for Union football is commendable.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Knightstalker on September 14, 2005, 02:07:14 PM
Actually Struble of TCNJ is not a bad qb, he is playing behind a bad line.  TCNJ is a team that lost 22 graduating players.  They are not that good this year and you really can't use their first game as a measuring stick for Muhlenbergs defense.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 15, 2005, 04:33:52 PM
i definitely agree that tcnj's qb isnt a bad qb.  i also have to agree that their line is what cause muhlenberg to own them all day defensively.  it was their line it wasnt their qb who was responsible for their explosive -23 rushing yards against the mules.  good o line or bad o line.........the bottom line is that muhlenbergs defense is a great defense.   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 15, 2005, 04:44:19 PM
i was bored at work. After 2 weeks here are some results for those who have made predictions.

AA:10-2
Mandfense:
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 15, 2005, 04:50:29 PM
After two weeks here are the records of those who have made predictions.

Amish: 10 - 2
Mandfense: 9- 3
BadBad: 8-4
YouCantwin: 3-4 (only enter week1)

Week 3:

Dickinson 24    KP-0

Rochester 21  Gburg 30- Dont really know anything about rochester except for they played JHU tough, on  bad offensive day for JHU.

JHU 17  CM 10: Again dont know much about CMU

Catholic 7 Mcdaniel: 41

Union 21 Muhlenberg 20:  tough one to call but this is the first test for the Mules defense.

Ursinus 27 LaSalle 24: Dont know much about Lasalle but was very impressed with Ursinus from what i read after the almost upset of ranked Albright.

F&M 30 Hobart 27: Dips will rebound against Hobart and win their first game of the series in Geneva.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 15, 2005, 08:45:04 PM
Dickinson 21 Kings Point 10
JHU 27 CMU 7
McDaniel 35 Catholic 10
Rochester 42 Gettysburg 28
Ursinus 28 LaSalle 27
Hobart 21 F&M 20
Muhlenberg 20 Union 14
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 15, 2005, 09:45:05 PM
dc 21 kp 17
jhu 35 cmu 17
mcd 48 cu 14
roch 28 gettysburg 17
lasalle 31 urs 27
fm 28 hobart 13
mc 27 union 23
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 15, 2005, 11:20:58 PM
Dickinson 20 Kings Point 10
Johns Hopkins 23 Carnegie Mellon 7
McDaniel 41 Catholic 17
Rochester 27 Gettysburg 13
Ursinus 31 LaSalle 24
Franklin & Marshall  24 Hobart 20
Muhlenberg 20 Union 17
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: dea on September 16, 2005, 12:33:05 PM
Union 27  Mules 10
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 16, 2005, 12:39:39 PM
dea,
ballsy prediction.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Tlm on September 16, 2005, 01:55:02 PM
We will find out by about 10:00 PM on Saturday night if dea's prediction is ballsy or incredibly astute.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 16, 2005, 02:05:12 PM
tlm,
yeah guess we will have to wait until saturday.  either way should be one of the best matchups this week in all of d3.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reno Hightower on September 16, 2005, 02:43:26 PM
Very ballsy.....Im saying 3 point game, wont predict a winner!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Tlm on September 16, 2005, 03:05:30 PM
g38,

You better be careful straddling that fence, because if you slip, there go the family jewells.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 16, 2005, 03:45:33 PM
haha i agree, but tlm i didnt see your prediction yet.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gogreenterror on September 17, 2005, 10:42:28 AM

Just want to wish everyone a good game today.  Hope the CC puts up a good showing all around.  Looks like there are going to be some good matchups this weekend.  Can't wait to check out all the results. 
...And for everyone heading to Westminster today, should be a great day for cooking out on the hill - Go Green Terror!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: empire8fan on September 17, 2005, 10:02:27 PM
youcantwin22,

what a fitting name for a Mule Fan....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: frankbailey on September 18, 2005, 05:42:17 AM
mules maybe next time.......that defense was not as good as u guys thought huh.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 18, 2005, 02:20:03 PM
fran,
mules d is still as good as we thought and you will see that as the season continues. just so happens that union's offense extremely talented and i would say possibly one of the best in all of d3. it was a great game and just by the numbers that union put up doesnt mean that the mules d didnt play them tough.  they did force several turnovers in key points in the game and also had some huge defensive stops, but no excuses a loss is a loss.  good luck to union the rest of the way.

e8fan,
good comeback
hey bro it says u posted that at 10pm last night and a few more throughout the nigt.  what are u doing  sitting in front of your computer posting in post patterns on a saturday night.  get a life man go out and get laid or something.  cant wait to see how your saxons do against union.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 18, 2005, 02:37:27 PM
Union put up 453 yards on Muhlenberg in Allentown.  TCNJ is an average team that just had a very bad day.  Maybe the Mules will improve, but it appears they really miss Peer, Walker and Della Pella.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on September 18, 2005, 05:34:05 PM
Amish Allstar:
Tough time in Geneva.  What's your assessment?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: empire8fan on September 18, 2005, 09:05:21 PM
Quote from: youcantwin22 on September 18, 2005, 02:20:03 PM

e8fan,
good comeback
hey bro it says u posted that at 10pm last night and a few more throughout the nigt.  what are u doing  sitting in front of your computer posting in post patterns on a saturday night.  get a life man go out and get laid or something.  cant wait to see how your saxons do against union.

I'm 35 w/ two kids....yeah im going to go out and party it up. 

Saxons dont play Union...think before you speak.

Enjoy the loss Mule fans...but at least you'll have that precious "one of the best defenses in D-3" label.  Your D is vastly over-rated because of the offensive challenged conference you play in, seriously get some skill players or something.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 18, 2005, 10:07:30 PM
e8fan

you are correct saxons dont play union i was looking at the st. lawrence schedule.


as for the loss.......you win some you lose some as a saxons fan you should know what it feels like to lose

as for the conference ....they just play whos on their schedule.... so i will continue to label them "one of the best defenses in d3"

if your 35 you need to come to grips with the fact that your glory days are over....so take off your varsity jacket put it in the attic where it belongs.........its ok you can let it go.........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Tlm on September 19, 2005, 09:43:56 AM
ycw22,

Just for the record, my prediction was Union by 1 on the LL board. 

Very tough game in Allentown on Saturday night.  For the record, I would not underestimate the Mules "D" even though Union put up 453 yards and gave up "0" sacks on the night.

Union's O-Line has 4 seniors, 3 of which are starting for the 3rd year and 1 for the 4th year and they are very good.  Combine that with some of the best skill position players in the East and Union has an offense that can move the ball aganst anyone.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on September 19, 2005, 10:21:01 AM
tlm,
well your prediction was accurate than congrats.
it was a very tough game and i appreciate you agreeing with me that the mules d should not be underestimated.  just like i mentioned before unions offense could be one of the best i have seen in all of d3.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 19, 2005, 10:26:56 AM
WR22:

Simply put is turnovers. Once again F&M's turnovers play a huge part in the outcome of the game.  1 interception and 2 fumbles resulted in 21 pt for the Statesmen.  Never going to win games like that.

The loss of WR Wagner is a big loss to fill and so far noone has stepped up into the number 3 position.  However, they Dips will be fine.  A lot of young kids playing on the 2nd units of both O and D.  Should be an interesting and must win game for them this weekend versus CMU.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on September 19, 2005, 01:05:43 PM
Amish:

Agreed turnovers hurt, however after seeing the game, there are more concerns than just turnovers.

Losing Wagner definitely hurts, however the top two receivers only had two catches.  Tight end only had one ball thrown to him.  Q-back hurried or sacked on almost 40% of the pass plays, etc., etc.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 19, 2005, 03:18:29 PM
Yes, there are more concerns however i really believe that turnovers are what is killing this team right now.  They are unable to sustain any long drives. Well say that from two games F&m has had 26 possessions.  14 punts and nine turnovers and only 3 TDs.

i think another problem right now is the lack of third down conversions. Just looked at the stats and saw that they are 4/30.  They were 0-13 against Hobart. Again, not that long drives mean a win but it does give you a better chance of winning (field position, opportunities to score, etc).

Again, though i think this team will turn it around.  Going to be a tough week against CMU but they are playing home after two very long road trips and should be excited.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on September 19, 2005, 03:28:28 PM
Amish:

Agreed that you have to sustain drives.  I meant to note in the previous message that I thought the defense did a good job, considering the amount of time they were on the field, due to lack of sustained drives, turnovers, etc.
Although they were burnt for a TD on a "trick" play (which happened the first game too), and a "not using your head" penalty led to another TD.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 19, 2005, 10:18:44 PM
Not sure if everyone saw but Matt Sheridan a DB from Moravian College is up for USA Today Player of the Week.  The link to vote is at the home page.  Everyone who supports d3football lend a hand and vote.  Not sure if a d3 player has ever won before.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 19, 2005, 11:52:55 PM
Anyone know Brod Maybank's status???  I read he left Saturday's game with a knee injury, but that's all I heard.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 20, 2005, 08:54:37 AM
Also, the Around the Region column said "With senior quarterback Brad Baer out with a broken collarbone since the second half of the Bridgewater game".  Broken collar bones are very painful and take a while to heal.

I hope Baer can play later in the season.  Best wishes to all those players with injuries to get well soon. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gogreenterror on September 20, 2005, 07:48:14 PM

I don't have any confirmed info, I wasn't at the game, but I think Brod Maybank came back into the game by the end, and I don't know if the article is correct (it could be, again I don't know any of this for sure) but I think Brad has a shoulder injury not a collar bone injury.  Last I had heard he should be back in the next game or two.  I may just be a hopeful terror fan, but this is what I had been told.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 20, 2005, 08:15:23 PM
Rather than guessing, you could try the box score.

Maybank's last mention in the play-by-play is the first play of the fourth quarter.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 21, 2005, 10:13:52 PM
Pat Cummings acts like F&M is the first team to start a season 0-2 who was picked to finish first.  I believe Muhlenberg started out last year 0-2 and he didnt write them off.  Just seems like Pat has a thing out for F&M. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on September 21, 2005, 10:27:30 PM
Hey everybody, new to the board.

Despite the opening 2 weeks, no team has played a conference game. F & M has just as much of a shot as anyone.

But with that said, are they still the favorite?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 21, 2005, 11:01:17 PM
Quote from: Amish Allstar on September 21, 2005, 10:13:52 PMI believe Muhlenberg started out last year 0-2 and he didnt write them off.

I believe you're just making stuff up. Muhlenberg started 2-0 last year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on September 21, 2005, 11:18:29 PM
Couple items...

Broderick Maybank hurt his knee on a touchdown he scored in the second half, came back, and was "ineffective" - so said the beat reporter for the Carroll County Times.

F&M lost handily to Bethany, who lost to equally lowly Defiance.  F&M layed a goose egg at Hobart.  I clearly said in the column that F&M hasn't blown it given that the CC hasn't started.  But if they don't win the CC, and end up 7-3...forget it.

Really look at that Bethany box score...that was a horrific loss.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 22, 2005, 09:01:59 AM
Pat has been fair, if not a supporter, in regards to F&M.  Any criticism they received so far this season they deserved based on their play.  Their on the field performance has been surprisingly poor. 

Right now they better focus on a decent CMU team that dominated them last year 31-14.  CMU has a very good defense and a decent running game.  My picks for the week:

CMU 24 F&M 14
Muhlenberg 27 Grove City 10

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 22, 2005, 09:47:31 AM
It was my mistake in the year muhlenberg started off 0-2.  It was 2003 not 2004.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on September 22, 2005, 03:24:23 PM
Can anyone tell "Reb" must be from another conference????
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 22, 2005, 04:13:25 PM
Probably from the ODAC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on September 22, 2005, 04:24:33 PM
McDaniel is tough to spell, however I remember how it was when I had my first beer.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 22, 2005, 08:59:45 PM
Muhlenberg 23  Grove City 10
Denison 27  Gettysburg 24
Carnegie Mellon  27 Franklin & Marshall 24
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 23, 2005, 10:05:51 AM
Almost forgot that Gettysburg game:

Denison 38  Gettysburg 35


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 23, 2005, 10:07:46 AM
here we go after 3 weeks:

AA: 14-5
Badbadman: 13-6
mandfense:13-6
youcantwin: 6-8

This week:

Gburg 17 Denison 20
Muhlenberg 23 Grove City 10
F&M 14 CMU 13
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on September 23, 2005, 01:27:25 PM
yeah reb must be from the ODAC, but it's cool McDaniel did rather well against a certain ODAC team this year, but we wont bring that back up. :D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 23, 2005, 02:55:05 PM
Congrats to F&M LB Chris Stepien for being selected to the AFCA Good Works Team.  Only 10 other players were selected throughout DII, DIII, and NAIA.

From what i understand, Chris does a lot of work(tutoring) with an elementary school in Lancaster City.  it is nice to see his efforts being recognized.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gogreenterror on September 23, 2005, 05:13:36 PM
Terror Fan...welcome, it's nice to see i'm not alone here.  Enjoy the weekend off and get ready for a great year of conf. play.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 23, 2005, 06:12:15 PM
Quote from: Amish Allstar on September 23, 2005, 02:55:05 PM
Congrats to F&M LB Chris Stepien for being selected to the AFCA Good Works Team.  Only 10 other players were selected throughout DII, DIII, and NAIA.

Jim Sanders from Johns Hopkins was named to that team as well.  Out of 11 players on the team from Divisions 1-AA, II, III and NAIA combined, 2 were from the Centennial Conference.  That speaks volumes as to the type of student-athletes that can be found in the Centennial.  Congrats to both players as well as the conference.

Here's a link to the full team:

http://www.afca.com/lev2.cfm/492
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 24, 2005, 04:52:28 PM
F&M 6 Carnegie Mellon 0

First shutout for the Dips in a LONG time.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on September 24, 2005, 06:07:25 PM
Amish:
Although only 6 points, it was a 100% turnaround from last week.  O-line really stepped it up.  Put the offense in position where there could easily have been more points. It will come.
Defense did a great job against the wing-t.
Was surprised at Mellon's lack of passing attack.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on September 24, 2005, 10:34:17 PM
CMU gives up five field goals to two CC teams over two weeks and emerges 0-2. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 25, 2005, 12:57:19 PM
Quote from: patcummings on September 24, 2005, 10:34:17 PM
CMU gives up five field goals to two CC teams over two weeks and emerges 0-2. 

That's because the Tartans only manged 2 field goals in those games.   ???

And how about giving some credit to those Centennial defenses, especially Hopkins?  13 points in 3 games.  Granted, they didn't play any offensive powerhouses, but still impressive.  The 2005 JHU defense may be on par with the 2003 one which was pretty darn good.
Title: Bridgewater passed McDaniel in the poll:
Post by: Jeremybozz on September 25, 2005, 11:03:42 PM
   Even though both squads were on bye week and McDaniel beat BC on the road.
   Pat Coleman said it was because McDaniel had a QB injury. How do you fans feel about this issue?
   As a BC fan I can see that an injury would hurt a teams ranking but what do you all think?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 25, 2005, 11:15:11 PM
Is the McDaniel team that took the field last time out the same one that played Week 1 at Bridgewater? No, so since it's a ranking of what teams are doing right now, it has to reflect that.

If they get their key components back and those players perform on the same level as before, McDaniel will move back up on my ballot, and I expect others' as well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Jeremybozz on September 25, 2005, 11:40:07 PM
   I can certainly understand that the QB spot is very important and it is good to have a tiebreaker that puts HSC at #22 even though HSC and BC have the same number of voting points (that tie will be broken this Sat. one way or another).
   If I were a McDaniel fan I could say that BC has been without 2 starting O Linemen and that the BC D misses it's top tackler from 2004 who is out for the year.
   It is certainly not that big of an issue at this point in the year but it is interesting to talk about.
   It was a great week of football in D3 and I will not ruin it by mentioning this top 25 anymore. I just wanted some other opinions.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 25, 2005, 11:45:08 PM
That linebacker situation isn't going to change, however. He didn't play in Week 1 and he isn't going to play in Week 11. In fact, he missed most of the preseason, if I remember correctly.

Bridgewater's stats say you started four of the same five offensive linemen against McDaniel as you did the rest of the season. And call me crazy, but offensive line wasn't the reason you lost that game.

That's not at all the same thing as what happened to McDaniel.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 26, 2005, 08:40:22 AM
Personally, I think injuries should be a part of the ranking methodology when they will effect a teams play over the next few weeks.  D3 rankings are fun to look at, but after the top 10, rarely meaningful at this point in the season.

They are much more meaningful in November. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on September 26, 2005, 03:58:45 PM
I was just comming here to post about BC passing McDaniel in the poll. Because the Terror are more of a ground and defense team rather than a powerhouse passing attack, I think the change in the poll is due to McDaniel almost loosing to a weak Catholic team, and BC blowing out an up and comming Shenandoah program. But as Conference play begins, we all know you can throw the records out the window...

With that said, I still think the terror should be ahead of BC  >:(
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 28, 2005, 10:21:15 AM
After 4 weeks:

AA: 15 -7 (1-2 last week)
Badbadman: 14-8 (1-2)
Mandfense: 14-8 (1-2)
Youcant: 6-8 (dnp)

THis week:

Dickinson 14 JHU 17: Ben Scott wins another one for the Jays

F&M 24 Muhlenberg 13: Offense scores a TD for the first time since Bethany.

Ursinus: 10 McDaniel 30: Good win last week for Ursinus but Lasalle isnt a strong program.

Any thoughts?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on September 28, 2005, 10:47:22 AM
Amish:
Would like the outcome on the F&M vs. Muhlenberg game to be as you predicted, however I think the score is going to be much lower, say 14-7 or 10-7.
I think special teams play is going to be a big factor in the outcome of the game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 28, 2005, 11:14:18 AM
I agree.  Muhlenbergs defense the past couple of years as been traditionally very tough to run against.  However, i do not think that they are as good as last years team. No disrespect to this years team but i think the people who replaced Walker, Peer at OLB and Della Penna at NG are still trying to get comfortable.  Last years D against the run was incredible. I do like what they have done in moving McCall, one of the best defenders in the conference to OLB. With that being said field position and special teams is going to be key especially the punt game.

I also feel though that the F&M Offense will wake up from its little drought and score some points.  They were very close last week had it not been a ball throw slightly out of the reach of the receivers hands and Harner being tripped with first and goal from the 2.  Totally different game if those TDs are scored.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on September 28, 2005, 12:13:21 PM
And one that was dropped in the end zone. 
Would really like to see the play callers use the tight end more, which would open it up for the other receivers.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on September 28, 2005, 05:59:48 PM
Dips v. Mules is going to be a real good game.  It will be close and low scoring.  Hopefully, the Dips will pull it out.  There should be real good crowd since it is Homecoming. 

F&M needs to establish a better ground game.  I'm not sure that Muhl is the defense that any team will establish a ground game against, but they need to get something going on the ground.  Once the ground game gets going, receivers suddenly seem more open....

Go Dips!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gogreenterror on September 30, 2005, 04:18:09 PM
What does McDaniel have to do to catch a break, or even be noticed?  I mean do road wins against ranked Bridgewater and against the Pitt leftovers, a very physically strong and well organized Seton Hill, along with keeping it together to beat a much improved catholic not count for anything more than losing a spot in the rankings and not being mentioned in around the nation, along with all the other unbeaten teams?  Oh well, I guess not.  That's fine, the Terror will just take 'em on one game at a time and get the job done.  Congrats to the Terror team on a season well played so far, keep up the good work you are making us proud.
Also thanks for getting upset last time I offered my comments after the game about some of the injured players, too bad I was right!  Maybe terror fans do know something about their team, but that's fine I'll just leave you all to wonder and believe misprints from now on.
Good luck to all the CC teams this weekend, hope you all have a safe game, and are ready to begin conference play.  Can't wait to see the results. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ron Boerger on September 30, 2005, 04:23:28 PM
Quote from: gogreenterror on September 30, 2005, 04:18:09 PM
What does McDaniel have to do to catch a break, or even be noticed? 

Ya know, what counts is where you sit at the end of the year.  Win your games and do well in the playoffs, then you'll be noticed.  Until then, you will have the luxury of being "overlooked" by your opponents.  What could be better? 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 30, 2005, 04:31:28 PM
Johns Hopkins 20  Dickinson 6
Franklin & Marshall 17 Muhlenberg 13
Ursinus 27 McDaniel 24 (Upset Special)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on September 30, 2005, 06:25:43 PM
Johns Hopkins over  Dickinson by 7 (DC is tough at home)
Muhlenberg over F&M by 3 (maybe I'm living in the past)
McDaniel over Ursinus by 10 (could be closer with all the Terror injuries - even thought about picking UC as an upset until mand beat me to it)


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on October 01, 2005, 12:39:01 AM
Going to 2OT with a team who hadn't won in 13 games, and beating a first year program by only 19.. doesn't earn you much respect. People are always going to think of the bad before the good (beating BC on the road) when it comes to rankings. im not worried, conference play begins tommorow, and as 3-0 goes to 4-0.. 4-0 goes to 5-0... so on.. people will than take notice. i'm not worried about the rankings.. time will prove itself.. and if the terror aren't what they seem to be now, time will prove that as well. 

Go Terror!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on October 01, 2005, 08:54:53 PM
Didn't get a chance to listen to the game today.  How was the QB play for McDaniel?  Who played?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfootball on October 02, 2005, 07:49:04 AM
Quote from: badbadman on September 30, 2005, 06:25:43 PM
Johns Hopkins over  Dickinson by 7 (DC is tough at home)
Muhlenberg over F&M by 3 (maybe I'm living in the past)
McDaniel over Ursinus by 10 (could be closer with all the Terror injuries - even thought about picking UC as an upset until mand beat me to it)



Looks like F&M misses Stevens #22, and the other QB #7, both who graduated more than they imagine
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 02, 2005, 08:40:39 AM
F&M won the game 15-9 and thats all that matters.  Muhlenberg is missing their defensive core (Peer, Walker & Della Pella) since they gave up about 200 more yeards to F&M in 2005 than they did in 2004.  BTW: I was living in the past picking 1-3 Muhlenberg who doesn't seem the same team as they were in years past.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ktroutvon on October 02, 2005, 02:48:03 PM
Anyone want to go out on a limb, and make a bold prediction that F&M will continue to get better and beat Union?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 03, 2005, 09:39:04 AM
Quote from: ktroutvon on October 02, 2005, 02:48:03 PM
Anyone want to go out on a limb, and make a bold prediction that F&M will continue to get better and beat Union?

If I were the Dips, I'd worry about travelling to Hopkins this week first, especially considering they haven't beaten the Blue Jays in quite a while.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 03, 2005, 09:37:16 PM
An interesting and surprising fact about the 2005 McDaniel (4-0) team:  they average 340.5 yards of total offense and give up 375.5 yards of total defense.  Three of their four opponents have outgained them this season.  I give them alot of credit for finding ways to win. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on October 04, 2005, 12:23:18 PM
"Three of their four opponents have outgained them this season."

A result of getting ahead early, letting up, having the opponent move the ball up and down the field on them, and comming back in the final minute to win.

BC the exception, Seton Hill, Catholic, and Ursinus should all have been big wins. That's why BC has the edge in the poll. I hope they can turn it around because comming into tougher conference competition, playing that way just wont get it done.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 05, 2005, 10:38:18 AM
Results after week 5:

AA: 18-7 (3-0 last week)
Badbad: 16-9 (2-1)
Mandfense: 16-9 (2-1)
Youcant:6-8 (DNP)

Dickinson 21 Muhlenberg 6-Muhlenbergs O needs work

McDaniel 24 Gburg 20: Gburg always plays the Terror tough

F&M 24 JHU 20: F&M hasnt had recent success at Homewood Field but this year will be different.  First win against JHU since 1996 i believe for the Dips

Newport News 13 Ursinus 20: Dont know anythign about NN so ill go with Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 05, 2005, 11:38:34 AM
Dickinson over Muhlenberg by 3
McDaniel over GC by 7
JHU over F&M by 10
Ursinus over NNA by 7
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on October 05, 2005, 12:26:43 PM
Regardless of the online quote that Pat noted in "Around the Region", F&M's defense the last two game has been very good.  Considering the past two opposing team's passing attacks' have been suspect, it will be interesting to see how they do against Hopkins, going up against a good quarterback and receivers.
If F&M can control the mistakes on offense they have been making, it should be a good game.
Title: Centennial Conference
Post by: Da Dogg Is Here on October 05, 2005, 12:32:21 PM
The Centennial Conference race is shaping up to be another exciting one. McDaniel appears to be urning to juggernaut status (albeit with close wins over Ursinus and Catholic), Hopkins survived their typically soft early schedule unscathed and has an offense that appears to be waking up, F&M started conference play with a much needed victory, and Gettysburg can do the same by upsetting McDaniel this weekend. As far as the underwhelming performance of Muhlenberg, the offense is mostly to blame. Although the defense has given up a ton more yards than in previous seasons, they haven't given up an insurmountable amount of points. The offense has consistently been in positions to win games, but hasn't pulled out a tough one yet. The offensive scheme it not suited to the players they currently have on their roster. Until they gameplan changes, the Mules will have to hope their defense can win some games for them if they want to contend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 05, 2005, 12:36:52 PM
WR22:

Personally i was very surprised of the comment made in the Talkback section of the Sunday News.  Probably even more surprised that Pat included it in his column.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on October 05, 2005, 04:58:37 PM
Amish:
Had a chance to read the entire thing.  Sounds like it was written out of frustration.
I think everyone would agree though that the team is not playing up to expectations, especially the offense, even with the recent victories.
I've seen improvement each week, hopefully it will continue.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 06, 2005, 09:16:50 AM
Agree the team isnt playing upto expectations but still dont think it needed to be included in the article. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on October 06, 2005, 06:09:11 PM
While may have been unnecessary, I don't have a problem with Pat using the "comment" in his recent piece.  F&M has dug itself into a hole and rightfully lost much of the respect that it earned last season.  F&M now has the opportunity to win out and regain that respect.

F&M's defense does, however, deserve some respect and recognition.  They have pitched two shoutouts in a row (the offense gave up the 9 pts to the Mule on the safety and fumble) and are very aggressive and move well.  The game versus Hopkins this weekend will provide some insight about whether the D is for real. 

As for the offense, it has problems, but is not as bad as some make it sound.  Harner has yet to have a good game and I suspect this has a lot to do with losing his favorite target from last year and losing two starting WRs so far this season.  The receiving core dropped a lot of passes this past weekend, but with experience, they should get better.  F&M also has appeared to have found their next running back in Petricelli - the kid runs hard and has pretty good speed and instincts.  If the o-line plays more consistently, Petricelli could be on his way to a good second half of the season.  Once the running game is established, Harner will have better looks in the passing game and should improve. 

On a whole, the Dips are getting there.  This weekend will be a good test.  The Dips haven't won in Baltimore in ten years - a game I remember fondly......

Go Dips.



The offense clearly has some issues and I wasn't particularly thrilled with their performance
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 07, 2005, 12:04:45 AM
Muhlenberg 19  Dickinson 13
Johns Hopkins 23  Franklin & Marshall 13
McDaniel 34  Gettysburg 24
Ursinus 27  Newport News 14
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 07, 2005, 04:18:52 PM
Going to be a wet and rainy weekend.  Running the ball will be very important this weekend.

Title: Congrats to Gettysburg on the win over McDaniel:
Post by: Jeremybozz on October 08, 2005, 03:56:24 PM
   Wow.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gogreenterror on October 08, 2005, 05:35:40 PM
WOW is right.  I think that McDaniel's O-Line forgot that Saturdays are game day.  They had better get some things figured out before a good team comes out and beats them really badly.  But as we all know, a loss is a loss, no matter who it is to, let's hope this is enough to spark some emotion in the terror, enough to go 5-0 the remainder of the season.  Good luck Terror--go make us proud
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jugman on October 08, 2005, 06:42:17 PM
Yes...I agree.  This was the first game I observed this season and the Terror certainly did not look prepared.  No emotion at all.  The Bullets took the opening kick 95 yards to the house.  So much for winning the flip and deferring!  It appeared that the QB needs to be Wenrich until Baer returns.  That was obvious based on the offense today.   Maybe the o-line needs a shake up before someone else gets hurt.  The Bullets definately had more emotion and drive today.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on October 08, 2005, 06:51:31 PM
I was at the game for most of it. No heart from the terror, came out slow again. Didn't turn it on till the 4th quarter again, too little too late this time. Congrats to Gettysburg on the win. McDaniel has the potential to be such a powerhouse, but can't come up with the emotion to play they way they do the 4th quarter all the time. Maybe it's good they lost this week, wake somebody up. Maybe with a little help they can still pull out a conference championship, or atleast a piece of it.

QB's were alternated all day. Maybank wasn't dressed and the D looked to have a lot of new numbers on the field. The O-Line were not even visible, Gettysburg was in the backfield all day.
From the stands I heard a lot of parents complaining about the refs, it looked as if Keating was doing the same on the sidlelines about every call that didn't go the Terror's way. Being bias myself routing for the Terror, I saw a few calls that could have went either way, but nothing that could have take the blame of McDaniel for their own poor preformance.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: norton on October 08, 2005, 11:57:37 PM
Maybe the coach and fans expected more time to be put on the clock after losing in regulation ( like vs Catholic)...guess that only happens at McDaniel ( or against non-Centennial teams)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 09, 2005, 01:02:02 AM
I used the comments from the Sunday News for only one reason - I couldn't have possibly said what that long-time F&M follower did.  The reason I posted that was two-fold...I haven't personally seen F&M this season and that was the most descriptive anyone had been about them, and secondly...the Dips' early performance has been incredibly disappointing considering where I'd thought they'd be this season. 

How wrong I was.  Was the writer's comments harsh?  Yes, I think so - was it accurate?  Look at the boxscores.  Harner was a first-team QB and his numbers are far from it so far this season. 

Speaking of first-team QB's...gonna be hard to pick one from this lot in the CC...more on that in my column this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 09, 2005, 03:23:18 AM
Quote from: patcummings on October 09, 2005, 01:02:02 AM
I used the comments from the Sunday News for only one reason - I couldn't have possibly said what that long-time F&M follower did.  The reason I posted that was two-fold...I haven't personally seen F&M this season and that was the most descriptive anyone had been about them, and secondly...the Dips' early performance has been incredibly disappointing considering where I'd thought they'd be this season. 

How wrong I was.  Was the writer's comments harsh?  Yes, I think so - was it accurate?  Look at the boxscores.  Harner was a first-team QB and his numbers are far from it so far this season. 

Speaking of first-team QB's...gonna be hard to pick one from this lot in the CC...more on that in my column this week.

How about you give some credit to the teams that have proven something instead of the ones who have made you look silly with your 10-0 prediction?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Jeremybozz on October 09, 2005, 08:44:13 AM
Quote from: norton on October 08, 2005, 11:57:37 PM
Maybe the coach and fans expected more time to be put on the clock after losing in regulation ( like vs Catholic)...guess that only happens at McDaniel ( or against non-Centennial teams)
Actually, having attended the BC/McDaniel game I can tell you that BC got a second added to the clock after the 4 th quarter clock expired (correctly). BC was sacked on the Terror 41 yard line on the "extra" play.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 09, 2005, 12:00:51 PM
And who has done that Mandefense?  In the Centennial? 

There might be a couple decent wins, most notably McDaniel's win over a previously untested quarterback.  Which is pretty much wiped out by the loss yesterday.  No chance McDaniel sniffs the top 25 for the rest of the year. 

Muhlenberg's win over TCNJ?  Don't think so...

Any others?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 09, 2005, 12:25:31 PM
That's your job, Pat.  Just wanted to bust your chops a bit about your pre-season F&M prediction.   :)

I think the South region, specifically the Mid-Atlantic (your region), as a whole has been pretty mediocre this season.  There's a couple of undefeateds, but no one's wowed me yet.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bulletsalum on October 09, 2005, 01:19:21 PM
In the prior posts about the Gettysburg upset of McDaniel -- observations about McD's lack of emotion, O line attitude and possible reffing issues -- the primary observation has been overlooked: Gettysburg flat-out was the better team on the field.  The Bullets defense dominated McD almost the entire game.  The Bullet offense did enough to get a victory and the special teams play of GC was superb.  Bottom line: give the credit to GC for their win and don't whine about a "potential powerhouse" falling short against a lesser team.  The better team won the game on Saturday -- I know that is hard for the Conference and the Terror to accept, but it is the truth.  And, by the way, the refs were far harsher on Gburg than McD; the stats support that -- also, there was a ton of holding by McD overlooked, the gift of a bogus running into the kicker call that lead to 3 points, and a personal foul call (not sure what that one was about) that was a key to a McD TD.  Keating ALWAYS complains about the reffing -- especially when his team is getting it handed to him.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 09, 2005, 07:57:33 PM
Mandfense...

I concur.  The Mid-Atlantic is really weak. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gogreenterror on October 09, 2005, 08:34:27 PM
Bullet, please,
say what you want, build yourself up, think you are a quality team.  What you have is a bad loss for a McDaniel team that wasn't playing to their potential.  As for the calls...were you at the game, i think the rain blocked your view, the calls were pathetic at times, although in the end it was pretty even, they were bad both ways.  I think you are still living off what will be a short lived high thinking your team is better than they are.  Enjoy your place at the bottom of the conference next week.  Meanwhile, McDaniel hopefully is getting back their will to win and will come out and show the kind of team that they really are.  By the way Bukket, were you not listening to the stats at half time, other than one opening drive, you all would have never had a chance at that game, you took McD out of it, which never should have happened, so congrats, but other than that, you are nothing but a slightly below par team that will remain that wy in years to come.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on October 10, 2005, 12:39:47 AM
Possibly the worst part of not playing up to your potential, is listening to people like bullet talk about how great they are because they beat you, and not being able to say anything about it. Look at my post again, 2nd sentence, "Congrats to G-Burg on the win."
Yes, you won, Saturday you were the better team for those few hours. Now that you've talked about how great G-Burg is, that their obviouslly better than McD,  lets see how they do the rest of the season, lets see if they live up to your talk....

Current Record (2-3) (1-0) The presures on.......


As for McDaniel like I said before, hopefully they wake up. They are a much better team than they showed on saturday, and in every other game they've squeaked out this season.

The Dickinson game is going to be tough...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 10, 2005, 09:38:09 AM
Some thoughts from the weekend:

Another unfortunate loss for the Dips

20-2 Mules over Dicks=very surprised. What has happened to the Dicks?

Gburg over McDaniel:  Gburg has been playing McDaniel tough in previous games. Looks like they got over the hump

Ursinus over Newport News:  Sounds like a lucky break with an offsides penalty on a PAT.  Is Gallagher (QB) hurt?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bulletsalum on October 10, 2005, 10:31:13 AM
Terror boosters, say what you want, but what happens on the field is all that counts and Gettysburg on Saturday was the better team.  You can't hide from the scoreboard, and you sure can't blame your loss on the refs.   Let's let the next 5 weeks speak for themselves as to whether Gburg does better and McD does worse than you guys think.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 10, 2005, 11:53:44 AM
Reality check time...

Dickinson hasn't had a legitimate offense for the past, oh, six years or so.  They rely on their defense to come up with big stops and turnovers hoping to get decent field position.

Nice to see someone from Gburg posting.  But let's not lose sight of the fact that Gettysburg has also lost to Denison and Rochester - not exactly bastions of all that is D3football.  I'm heartened to see Gburg putting some points on the board, but that spread offense I heard they were running...isn't exactly what beat McDaniel this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on October 10, 2005, 11:04:53 PM
We'll see, that's all I have to say, we'll see. I really hope bullet doesn't go back into the closet by the end of the season, with all of this talk I really want to see what he has to say if the bullets don't live up to his boasting.

On a side note I think it's even funnier that he only decides to get a name so he can post, after the win against McDaniel.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 11, 2005, 08:15:52 AM
Its nice to have any support from a GC fan on here.  Hey, they won the game so their fans are happy and joining post patterns.  The game was close, but GC did the little things right like a kickoff return for a TD. 

As for McDaniel, Pat's comment that they may lose all of their remaining games was an overstatement.  McDaniel has a decent team and will prove it as they recover from the loss.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 11, 2005, 08:45:46 AM
In regards to Pat Coleman's comments...one thing you can't deny is this.  With the exception of the Seton Hill game, McDaniel barely beat Catholic, Ursinus, and Bridgewater...two teams they would have crushed had everyone been healthy (in my opinion).

The injury bug could drastically alter the McDaniel season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 11, 2005, 02:03:50 PM
Looking at Around the Region this week I didnt realize the QB stats for the were shaping up like that.  Looks like a down year in the CC for QB's compared to previous where atleast 1 or 2 were ahead of the pack.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 11, 2005, 02:07:41 PM
CC offenses continue to struggle in 2005.  QB play will have to improve if the conference is to win a playoff game this year.

True, injuries have hit McDaniel hard this year and are affecting their play.  Even with those injuries, I think coach Keating will get them back on track as the season progresses.  I am pretty sure they will win more games this season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bulletsalum on October 11, 2005, 02:51:31 PM
Actually, TerrorFan, I've been posting here for a few years, but couldn't regain my "name" (GCalum) after the format changed and then had an email glitch re-registering.  I was spurred into posting after last Saturday's game because of the whining by the Terror folks, not because of the win by GC.  I'll continue to post even if the Bullets tank.  One big win does not make a season or mean they are a great team.  They have shown, though, that they have the capacity to make things interesting -- for better or worse, we might learn a lot in that regard in Baltimore on Friday night.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on October 11, 2005, 03:18:18 PM
I will admit, i'll be routing for the bullets this week, take JHU down a notch...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 11, 2005, 06:17:02 PM
Quote from: TerrorFan on October 11, 2005, 03:18:18 PM
I will admit, i'll be routing for the bullets this week, take JHU down a notch...

Why would you root for the Bullets as a McDaniel fan???  I would think you'd want a team that's already beaten you in conference to lose. 

If JHU and McDaniel win out, the winner of the season finale gets the automatic bid.

Edit:  That's not the case if Gettysburg loses to JHU and wins the rest of their conference games because then we'd have a 3 way tie, but I'm getting a little bit ahead of myself.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on October 11, 2005, 06:50:50 PM
a.) I'd hope the Terror have the best record in the Centennial by the time it's all done, and not even have to go to the tie breaker.
b.) The way the Terror are playing I wouldn't be supprised to see another loss, maybe even this week to Dickinson.
c.) Though G-Burg beat McDaniel, I don't have very much faith that they'll win an astounding amount of games the rest of the season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CuseFan on October 11, 2005, 07:52:35 PM
F&M vs. Union - Of those of you who have seen these teams play or saw the F&M vs. Muhlenberg game and the Union vs. Muhlenberg game any thoughts?  Can F&M hang with the U?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 11, 2005, 07:53:25 PM
Terror,

To be the best you have to beat the best.  If I were you, I'd hope that McDaniel goes 9-1 and gets an unbeaten JHU in the season finale.  

As a JHU fan, I hope you come into that game 8-1 so that the rivalry game determines the CC champion and NCAA rep.  I believe that the head to head match up will decide the NCAA bid if both teams win out.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on October 12, 2005, 12:51:29 AM
As great as that would be, McDaniel has a bunch of question's that still need answers. 8-1 vs. 9-0 sounds great, and its at McDaniel, but Dickinson, F & M, a pissed off Muhlenburg team (refer to last year's game) have yet to be played, and if the Terror can't even pull out a win against Gettysburg, how do they expect to run the table on the other teams. Before I even start on the prospect of a McD, JHU showdown, lets see how they fair against Dickinson first.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 12, 2005, 07:01:49 AM
True, there are alot of hurdles.  Same thing for JHU facing a GC team that has a decent offense and looks like they may have patched up the defense.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 12, 2005, 09:39:08 AM
CUsefan:

Being an F&M fan i think that we will hang with Union.  The Dips "D" has been playing truly good ball the past couple of weeks.  Granted they havent played a running back like the one Union has but they have improved their tackling and seem to be in the right spots at the right time. 

One of the strengths going into the season was supposed to be the Offense, which has turned out not to be the case.  In recent weeks the O has shown glimpes that one of these weeks they will finally put it all together and i think this will be the week.

Not guessing the score just yet but i think it will be great game and we will finally see the real F&M team come out and play this year.  the one we were all expecting at the begining of the season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 12, 2005, 12:03:14 PM
CUse Fan,
I saw the Muhlenberg/Union Game and The F&M / Berg game. I am a Berg fan but I am also a former player ( Rowan) and coach and I have to tell you, Union was lucky to get by The Mules ( the onside kick by Berg followed by yet another Mule fumble after taking a 4th Q lead changed momentum. Meanwhile , not to denigrate F&M, but I left the Dips/Mule game feeling that if The Mules had played just a little bit like they palyed against Union, F&M would not have had a chance to win. Union is the best offense i have seen in a while . Good Pass/Run balance, great runner,good QB and Receivers and nice play calling.
Don't be surprised if Union racks up a lot of points on F&M(PS last time I checked CC was 0-5 against The Liberty Conf.)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 12, 2005, 12:25:50 PM
If the Dips played a little better versus Muhlenberg then F&M would have won the game by more then 6 points.  F&M's offense had multiple opportunities to put points on the board but did not.

On the other hand, Muhlenbergs offense did not have those opportunities.  All pts by Mules came from the D and Special Teams.  Offense did not mov the ball at all.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on October 12, 2005, 01:29:32 PM
Haven't seen Union, but it sounds like their offense is impressive.  M-berg had well over 300 yards of offense against them, but just over 200 against F&M.
Can F&M's defense stand up to Union?  It depends how long they have to be on the field, which if dependent once again on how the offense does.

I can't believe F&M's offense is averaging over 100 yards per game LESS in total offense than last year.  The offense essentially lost two players from last year, a running back and a wide receiver.  They return a quarterback who was on the all-conference team the last two years (1st team and 2nd team).  Thru five games, the running game is a little bit over last years yardage, although on a few more carries.  Which means the passing game is the issue.
I know that when the quarterback is given the time, he can hit the receivers.  So what's the problem???
Do they miss #2 and #17 that much?
Is the quarterback just having an off year?
Is the line playing up to their abilities?
Are the receivers not running proper routes?
Is it the play calling?

Amish... your thoughts?   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 12, 2005, 01:58:38 PM
WR22:

You bring up some very important points.  I also can not believe that the offense is averaging 100 less yards.

To answer some of your questions:

1) i think they do miss Stephen and Boyce.  I think they miss them for the leadership they brought last year.  Whenever they needed a big third down completion #17 was there to bail them out, which is something that they have been missing this year.  So far noone has been able to step up and make a big play like they did last year.  However, i dont believe they are missed all that much as compared to another senior from last year.  I think the person they miss the most is Hiltner.  Although he didnt start he was a termendous player that again brought alot of leadership to the offense.  It was also a change of pace when he got in there and Defenses had to prepare for both QB's.  He kept Harner on his toes and both completmented each other.  I truly believe Hiltner is the missing link to the O.

2) Harner has been apart of some turnovers this year that he wasnt apart of last year.  Sometimes tries to force the ball but others the ball has been deflected, in which case it is not his fault.  He has also had A LOT of balls dropped on him this year.  A LOT.

3) The line has played well.  I believe Harner has only been sacked a few times (4-5).  But when your record is 2-3 there is obviously room for improvement.

4) Receviers are young.  Doesnt help when Wagner goes down for the year, Freiler is out until further notice and you have freshmen who are playing significant minutes.  However, just because they are freshmen is not an excuse.  it is the 6th game now, so yu can say they arent freshmen any more.

5) dont believe it is play calling.

Hope these answer your questions.  I really feel that this game versus Union will turn their season around.  Just one of those feelings.  I think the offense will put it together and get a nice balance between run and pass to keep them off balanced.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on October 12, 2005, 03:28:29 PM
CuseFan:

F&M has proved to be two very different teams this year.  The one playing at home is pretty good.  The one playing on the road is different story.  F&M's defense has been pretty solid, but I don't think that they have faced an offense as good as Union's appears to be.  F&M's offense has been unimpressive.  Having seen the F&M - Mule game, F&M is better then the Mule in every facet IMHO.


AA and 22:

Harner does not appear to be the same player this year.  Whether it was his confidence that was rattled in losing to Bethany or simply a bad string of luck, we'll never know for sure, but he is not the same.  I don't think he has found a receiver that he truly trusts and is comfortable throwing to.  It is shame Boyce chose not to play this season - he would be been a huge help.  Their two best receivers are currently out (Wagner's leg and Freiler (heard it was mono?)) and the kids playing have simply not stepped up.  There have been way too many dropped balls.  The o-line has done a pretty good job.  They are not necessarily controlling the LOS, but making the blocks nonetheless.  Some members of the line are much better than others IMO.   With all that said, you cannot win games when you turn the ball over as much as F&M does.  The offense must take care of the ball if they want to win - it is really that simple. 

Let's hope they get things together....quickly.

Go Dips!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 12, 2005, 03:36:31 PM
Go Dips71:

Agreed, turnoves have been a killer this year for the Dips
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 12, 2005, 04:29:02 PM
I repeat, I have seen both teams against a common opponent. Union is very good and very consistent.

The F&M /Mule game was very sloppy and undisciplined.Maybe f&M could have played a little better, I won't know til I see that but I have seen The Mules play a whole lot better agaist a far better team....Union.

Although I hope for the CC's sake that F&M wins. I am fairly certain that The F&M team I saw will not be able to stay with Union. Hope so, but don't think so.


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on October 12, 2005, 04:46:12 PM
Amish:

1)  I can't believe I missed Doug as he was a tremendous asset last year and sorely missed.  Three key players lost does not help.

3)  Take a look at the "hurries" number.  (Can't remember if it was the Hobart or CM game that sack/hurries were on over 25% of pass attempts.)  Could be the opposition pass defense, line, or holding the ball too long?  Line has improved.

4)  Agreed not having Wagner and Freiler hurts.  I believe alot the the receivers got playing time last year.  Do not see many of short catch, big runs after the catch.

5)  We disagree somewhat on this.  Thru the first five games Harner has rushed 49 times.  Last year he had 48 total rushes, total.  While I think there are times for him to run, it has to take a toll.  The tight end has 4 catches, and hasn't been thrown to much more than that (according to the "play by play").  He probably has the best hands on the team.  Not nearly the amount of sprint out throws for 5,6,7 yards as last year, which resulted in second and short yardage.  
Of course if the players execute the plays called, it would be a non-issue.
It's easy to point fingers from the stands, however I believe there are some questionable calls.

Agree that turnovers have been a BIG problem.

Guess it's just frustration.  It's a great group of guys and want them to do well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 12, 2005, 06:11:15 PM
Either of the Pats going to be in Baltimore Friday night for JHU/Gettysburg???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 12, 2005, 11:47:55 PM
Doesn't look like it for me. My parents are in town this weekend and I am anticipating plans for that night. Sorry.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ktroutvon on October 13, 2005, 08:46:28 AM
Muley,

  I am assuming that you haven't seen Hobart or RPI play, but do you think there is any point in analyzing the F&M/Union game in regards to Union's last two games of the season (i.e. Hobart & RPI).  In other words, is F&M improved enough from its first 2 games that analyzing this one matters.  If they aren't then the score and stats don't seem to be relelvant. 

I can't stand the my team beat team C by 20 pts and your team beat team C by 14 pts so my team must be better. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 13, 2005, 10:07:50 AM
WR22:

I believe the TE must be more involved within the offensive scheme.  Like you said i think this would be a non-issue if it has not been for turnovers.  I believe F&m has fumbled twice inside the 3 yard line.  Doesnt sound like a lot but when you are only scoring 9.8 point a game those TDs would certainly help.

Again, another problem along with TO's is dropped passes. What a killer they can be especially when Harner gets them the ball in the open field. 

Hopefully, some of these things will change heading into this weekends game. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 13, 2005, 10:16:17 AM
After 6 weeks:

AA: 19-10 (1-3 last week)
Mandfense: 19-10 (3-1)
Badbad: 18-11 (2-2)

Gburg 14  JHU 27: Gburg will hang tough for a half and then JHU will copen it up a bit

McDaniel 21 Dickinson 6:  Although McDaniel lost to gburg last week i just dont think Dick has the O to score points.

Muhlenberg 19 Ursinus 17:  Muhlenbergs D has been scoring TDs but I am not sold on ursinus.  The CC losing strak continues

Union 28 F&M 31:  I think the O will finally score some points this week.  I know i have been saying that a few weeks but it can only go up from where they have been.  F&M defense has its hands full but will keep the RB (cant spell it) under 170.  A feat considering he is average 210
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 13, 2005, 10:40:01 AM
Quote from: Amish Allstar on October 13, 2005, 10:16:17 AM
Union 28 F&M 31:  I think the O will finally score some points this week.  I know i have been saying that a few weeks but it can only go up from where they have been.  F&M defense has its hands full but will keep the RB (cant spell it) under 170.  A feat considering he is average 210

F&M gave up 240 yards rushing against JHU, on a day where they knew JHU was going to run the ball because of the weather and had 8 or 9 in the box.  What makes you think they're going to contain D3's leading rusher on a day where they'll have to think run and pass???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 13, 2005, 11:12:03 AM
good question. Faith and i think the Dips will rise to the occasion.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 13, 2005, 11:40:11 AM
ktroutvon,
No I have not seen either of those teams play and I assume you have not seen Union either. Analysis of play  against common opponents is an accepted method of predicting strength.
I just observed that Union was very impressive against an equally impressive Mule team that nigt ( Mules problems seemed to start after the Union game)while F&M struggled against a down Mule team.
Look, you could be right and maybe I just plain missed some of the strengths of F&M . Let's talk after The U/F&M game and see what we think then OK?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ktroutvon on October 13, 2005, 02:53:18 PM
I saw Union last year so I more or less know the offense, but they lost some important guys from their defense.  It doesn't seem like it will matter though b/c F&M's defense isn't going to shut down Union and their offense seems horrendous.  F&M's defense couldn't hold a struggling Hobart offense (new receivers and 4/5ths of the O-line) under 30 pts so I am assuming they won't do any better against Union.

Can the F&M QB put it together for a game and put 24-30 pts. up is the only question I am curious about.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 13, 2005, 10:11:24 PM
October 14
Gettysburg at Johns Hopkins - JHU by 14

October 15
McDaniel at Dickinson - McDaniel by 10
Union at Franklin & Marshall - Union by 3
Muhlenberg at Ursinus - Muhlenberg by 3

Both Union and F&M seem inconsistent this year, but Union is unbeaten so I have to go with them.  If F&M wakes up out of their offensive funk, it could be interesting.  BTW, F&M's defense has been average at best so far, but the expectations for the offense were much higher.  If the offense plays poorly, this could be a blow out.  I hope F&M gets it together.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 13, 2005, 10:15:51 PM
I won't make it to the JHU night game as I have in other years...

I'm in Knoxville, Tennessee on business for two weeks...although I will be catching the Maryville/Centre game on Saturday. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 14, 2005, 08:14:58 AM
JHU 34  Gettysburg 13
McDaniel 23  Dickinson 13
Union 27  Franklin & Marshall 20
Muhlenberg 17  Ursinus 14
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on October 14, 2005, 11:36:44 AM
On the d3football.com website, under recent press releases, there is a link to Union game notes with F&M.
In Union's game notes there is a statistics comparison between Union and F&M.
Union's stats are pretty impressive.  The Dips will need to bring their "A" game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 14, 2005, 02:13:10 PM
Yes, they sure will.  Seems like it is going to be a nice day out there and hopefully the O can get on track
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on October 14, 2005, 07:15:29 PM
badbadman:

Regarding F&M's defense being average, they have shut out the opposition two times so far.  Although they give up some yards, I would say they are more than just average.
Of course I've only seen them three times this year.  You may have seen them more. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: dea on October 14, 2005, 09:40:25 PM
Is there any offense in the Centennial league this season...so many games have been very low scoring affairs. I look for Union to beat F&M without too many problems unless Union turns the ball over several times.  Union 21-3
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2005, 10:14:21 PM
Wasn't any here tonight.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: norton on October 14, 2005, 10:42:48 PM
To paraphrase Mandefense "is Gettysburg that improved or is JHU over-rated"? 14-0 against  a team that Hamden-Sydney scored 56 on? (I know -the Bullets scored 40 on HSC, but it was 35-7 at half, and 56-34 with a minute left)...should be interesting when JHU and HSC play.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 15, 2005, 12:58:48 AM
Quote from: norton on October 14, 2005, 10:42:48 PM
To paraphrase Mandefense "is Gettysburg that improved or is JHU over-rated"? 14-0 against  a team that Hamden-Sydney scored 56 on? (I know -the Bullets scored 40 on HSC, but it was 35-7 at half, and 56-34 with a minute left)...should be interesting when JHU and HSC play.

You care to share where you're paraphrasing me from???  I did wonder a few weeks back if Gettysburg was improved, and it seems to me they have.  NEVER did I imply JHU was overrated, so don't put those words into my mouth. 

If anything, I implied H-SC is overrated.  That defense is atrocious.  Even a struggling Hopkins offense will put 30 up on it, and that will be plenty with the defense they have, Ricca or not.

Plus, anyone who was there will tell you tonight's game wasn't as close as the score indicated either.

Congrats to Coach Margraff on his 100th career win as well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 15, 2005, 01:29:13 AM
Hmm ...

I do think we could've played another two, three, four quarters and Gettysburg would not have scored. But would Johns Hopkins have been able to score either? Their points came off one broken-open pass play and a blocked punt. Sure, JHU put a couple drives together, missed two field goals, failed on fourth-and-3 from the 4 ... but man, they gotta score more.

The two teams went 2-for-18 and 3-for-15 on third-down conversions. With numbers like that, doesn't matter which belongs to which team.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 15, 2005, 01:37:41 AM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 15, 2005, 01:29:13 AM
Hmm ...

I do think we could've played another two, three, four quarters and Gettysburg would not have scored. But would Johns Hopkins have been able to score either? Their points came off one broken-open pass play and a blocked punt. Sure, JHU put a couple drives together, missed two field goals, failed on fourth-and-3 from the 4 ... but man, they gotta score more.

The two teams went 2-for-18 and 3-for-15 on third-down conversions. With numbers like that, doesn't matter which belongs to which team.

Not disagreeing with you Pat.  The JHU offense can be frustrating at times to watch, for the fans and the coaches.  The talent is there, but they need to find a rhythm sometimes. 

You had to have been at least a little impressed with the JHU defense.  They are for real.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 15, 2005, 02:20:44 AM
wr22,

No, I have only seen them once so perhaps it was just a bad day.  They were pushed around on the LOS and seemed a little soft that day.  Hope you guys can get it together against Union on Saturday.

norton,

Sets up an interesting match up between HSC and JHU since Gettysburg scored 40 on HSC vs 0 on JHU and HSC scored 56 while JHU scored only 14 on Gettysburg.  The game will probably come down to how well the QB's play and who wins the LOS.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 15, 2005, 02:28:44 AM
norton,

I know you were speaking tounge-in-cheek, but Gettysburg just beat McDaniel (despite injuries) so they probably are improved from their early season level.  They are also a better team in 2005 than they were in 2004.

HSC may have been overly maligned for their performance against GC.  I think the bigger problem was not the margin of victory, but rather giving up 40 pts to GC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bulletsalum on October 15, 2005, 11:20:29 AM
To paraphrase myself, the scoreboard is what matters.  It did seem like JHU was the more productive team last night because they had more scoring opportunities, but if you take away one long pass (pretty well defended and almost broken up -- obvioulsy almost does not matter), the stats are virtually identical (yes, per Lombardi, stats are for losers).  This is the point, either both teams now have very good defenses or they each have offenses that make defenses look good.  I think it is the former.  Hopkins is now the favorite in the CC, but the Blue Jays will not be #1 in November without more offense.
As for JHU/HSC, it will be an interesting game with two very different teams.  The Gburg/HSC game offers no value in predicting now what will happen.  Gettysburg is a very different team than the one it was in the fist half against HSC -- which is when they were beaten.  HSC is a big play team and will likely put up a lot of points because of their passing game (I suspect Hopkins' run defense is better than its pass defense -- although last night was not necessarily proof of that).  Having seen both teams play, I think JHU is better than HSC, but the Tigers' wacky offense (and the home cooking of the refs in Farmville) will make it tough for Hopkins to win there -- but I certainly hope they do.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: norton on October 15, 2005, 11:41:16 AM
Badbadman - I was just pointing out that some felt that a 16 point HSC win over Gettysburg meant that HSC wasn't very good...I said at the time that the Bullets were improved over last year...there is no doubt that JHU can play d, but they need to score more than 14 points to beat HSC...and I don't think Gettysburg's d is better than HSC's...they were not in September, but they are playing better now (as is HSC).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 15, 2005, 12:19:49 PM
Good luck against W&L.  I hope HSC stays focused on this weeks game and comes into the JHU game with just the BC loss.  It should be a good game on 11/5.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on October 15, 2005, 05:10:46 PM
F&M loses to Union on a 4th down, 45 yard hail mary pass for a TD with 40 seconds left in the game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gogreenterror on October 15, 2005, 07:03:28 PM
comments on today?
*@^&^#    &$@$@% #^*!!$^@       ##^#$---#%^@    !#$%@%6@%@  thats about all I have to say....

oh yeah and ...Come on McDaniel get your act together and show up for once will ya'?  This is getting pretty hard for us old guys to watch.  Please save your season, by not messing up so $@#%$% much.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 15, 2005, 08:16:05 PM
Hard to believe the Dickinson win...first win over McD in YEARS.  I hope whoever voted McDaniel as #25 last week doesn't do it again...

Man o man...head-scratching in the CC.

Not to forget...JHU's offense should have their fans a bit worried.  Two big plays against Gburg...an 80 yd td pass and a punt block TD return...not what I would call a major threat on the o side of the ball.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 15, 2005, 10:39:04 PM
Quote from: patcummings on October 15, 2005, 08:16:05 PM
Hard to believe the Dickinson win...first win over McD in YEARS.  I hope whoever voted McDaniel as #25 last week doesn't do it again...

Man o man...head-scratching in the CC.

Not to forget...JHU's offense should have their fans a bit worried.  Two big plays against Gburg...an 80 yd td pass and a punt block TD return...not what I would call a major threat on the o side of the ball.

That Dickinson score is a shock!!  I'd been sympathetic to the Terror injury problems, but wow!!!

As far as JHU is concerned, in addition to the problems Pat mentioned, don't forget a dropped TD in the 1st Q, and almost 100 yards in penalties against Gettysburg.  Take those away and it's a blowout.  The JHU O is a concern, but the talent is there.

Seriously, the NCAA bid is JHUs for the taking.  They can basically lock it up with a win this weekend.  Depends how much they want it.

It's going to be like grammar school in Allentown this weekend.  First to 10 wins.  If the Blue Jays can get the Muhlenberg monkey of their back, it's smooth sailing to their 1st NCAA bid.

EDIT:  After today's result in the ODAC, hopefully the H-SC backers will stay off our board.  I'm still trying to figure out the Mid-Atlantic.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 15, 2005, 11:15:00 PM
Listened to the end of the F&M and Dickinson games on the web.  Wow, what a weekend.  I thought F&M represented the CC well against an undefeated Union team.  Apparently, they held the Union offense in check all day until that last drive.  Dickinson played well enough to win and could bounce back from a rough start.

Muhlenberg wins with a 74 yard TD on a fake punt with 3:54 left in the game.  If the fake fails, Ursinus has the ball in FG range and wins the game.  Will the rest of the CC finally anticipate and defend those Muhlenberg gadget plays?  Hard to believe they keep winning with that kind of play.

The JHU vs Muhlenberg game next Saturday looks like it could be critical to the CC championship.  If JHU beats Muhlenberg, they will have taken a huge step towards the NCAA bid.   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 15, 2005, 11:55:56 PM
I did admire the JHU defense when I said I didn't think Gettysburg could have scored in four more quarters.

But you can't tack on the dropped TD pass on top of one of the missed field goals. Those happened on the same drive, I believe. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 16, 2005, 01:40:19 AM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 15, 2005, 11:55:56 PM
I did admire the JHU defense when I said I didn't think Gettysburg could have scored in four more quarters.

But you can't tack on the dropped TD pass on top of one of the missed field goals. Those happened on the same drive, I believe. :)

Fair enough.  Thought I'd mention it anyway, Pat.  :-)

I guess the main question for Pat is, is the JHU defense good enough in your eyes to make them a top 25 team in the country???

JHU can all but lock up the NCAA bid next weekend with a win and a Ursinus loss to Gettysburg.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 16, 2005, 01:46:47 AM
They won't be on my ballot, no. Like I said, the offense has to score. Defense can't do it all. I think Muhlenberg learned that in unpleasant fashion last November as well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 16, 2005, 02:04:38 AM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 16, 2005, 01:46:47 AM
They won't be on my ballot, no. Like I said, the offense has to score. Defense can't do it all. I think Muhlenberg learned that in unpleasant fashion last November as well.

True, but I think BBM will agree with me, Muhlenberg wasn't the best team in the CC last season, and JHU would have fared MUCH better against SJF.

Anyone want to know who the CC champ is playing on November 19th at home???  It's a lock.   :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 16, 2005, 10:11:35 AM
mandfense,

Yes, I agree that Muhlenberg wasn't the best rep for the CC last year.  On the other hand, no team in the conference really EARNED the NCAA bid since there was a 5 way tie.  JHU needs to earn the bid this year and not rely on tiebreakers.

Regarding Pat's comments on the JHU offense, they need to earn his respect.  As you point out, the talent on that offense is there.  However, the execution is not what it needs to be.  Drive killing mistakes need to be eliminated.  Even more importantly, the JHU O needs to get nasty.  With aggressive, athletic, smart play, this offense will perform well. 

Hope they can break the Muhlenberg jinx this week.  Like JHU, Muhlenberg also has a good defense so it should be a good game.      
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 16, 2005, 10:25:23 AM
Quote from: badbadman on October 16, 2005, 10:11:35 AM
Hope they can break the Muhlenberg jinx this week.  Like JHU, Muhlenberg also has a good defense so it should be a good game.      

I seriously think whoever scores 10 points will win this game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 16, 2005, 10:31:06 AM
Both have great defenses, but more scoring may come from special teams, big plays by each defense, and the inevitable gadget play.  I think the winning team will need to put up more like 20 points.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 17, 2005, 09:22:03 AM
Have been away from the computer the last two days but what an unfortunate turn of events that took place in Lancaster this weekend.  Not really much else to say.  Union made a nice "lucky" play to win the game.  Not making excuses because good teams find way to win with a little luck on their side as well

Same thing again killed the Dips. Turnovers at critical points in the game.  However, the Dips "D" showed tremendous heart all day shutting down the nations leading rusher and cutting his average in half.  Intercepted Marotti three times and deflected numerous others.  Some of the deflections could/should have been picked.  Either way the D played great, except for the last play.

If there is an consolation in this game is that the Dickinson "O" is not nearly as quick, powerful and explosive as Union's was.  Only Centennial games reamin for the Dips, with the conference title still up in the air.  Hopkins is sitting in the drivers seat but as we saw last year anything can happen.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 17, 2005, 05:12:25 PM
Dickinson vs F&M. Wagon Week
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 17, 2005, 05:30:17 PM
I know you will all pshaw this but take a close look at The Mules passing stats for 6 games and some of their individual receiving,scoring, and all-purpose stats. I have noticed during this season that when they decide to pass especially on 1st and 2nd downs, they are hard to handle.For a couple of series Saturday they passed to run instead of trying to run to open up the pass. They moved right down the field and scored back to back touchdowns on decent drives and then inexplicably went back to their predictable 1st and 2nd down runs.
The Mule defense is good, not great as in the past, but when the offense runs to pass it usually leads to lots of 3 and outs and the D gets tired.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan4life on October 18, 2005, 02:42:52 PM
Muley,
I agree with you.  Maybe its about time the mules o cordinator realized that he hasnt put his offense in positions to succeed in the past by his play calling.  Run on first down, run on second down, pass on third down seemed to be their scheme and an unsuccessful one at that.  not to mention some of their other tendencies that i have noticed from attending several games in the past few years. (red zone/ 3rd and short = option, 3 rd and long = qb/sprint draw, sprint out to twins, just to mention a few).   in the past the mules had weapons where play calling was a nonissue and pretty much anything would work.  as they continued to lose all of those playmakers of the past (josh carter, matt bernardo, kodi shay) they were forced to actually think when it comes to play calling.  it has no longer been a nobrainer when it came to play calling and this has led to problems.  now it seems a reoccurring theme that the mules fans just sit around and wait for the offense to shoot themselves in the foot soley because of awful play calling.  who knows maybe they are turning over a new leaf and maybe they will have a chance at winning the cc outright and stop depending on their defense and special teams to get the job done with fumble returns and fake punts.
Title: Centennial Conference - Mules vs. JHU
Post by: Da Dogg Is Here on October 18, 2005, 03:58:22 PM
Maybe its about time the mules o cordinator realized that he hasnt put his offense in positions to succeed in the past by his play calling. In the past the mules had weapons where play calling was a nonissue and pretty much anything would work.  Now it seems a reoccurring theme that the mules fans just sit around and wait for the offense to shoot themselves in the foot soley because of awful play calling.

I also agree. Muhlenberg's offense, once the bane of the rest of the conference, is now much more predictable and apparently easier to stop. Without a doubt this weekend's game against JHU should go a long way in determining the conference's automatic bid. It should be interesting to see if JHU's offense which has been rather stagnant recently can exploit the flaws in the vaunted Muhlenberg D. It should be even more interesting to see if the Muhlenberg O can do anything with a very though JHU D.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on October 18, 2005, 07:23:52 PM
How would you guys say the CC ranks compared to the other conferences in the nation. Looking at the stats, and than stats from other conferences, i cant say the competition's the best.
JHU-MC will come down to mistakes. Both great D's, whoever comes to play, holds onto the ball, and makes the most of opportunites will win. I'm picking JHU. 4 FG's.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 18, 2005, 07:35:12 PM
McDaniel still has nine votes from the AFCA poll...that's really incredible considering the last two weeks.

The CC ranks in the bottom half of conferences...I don't recall specifically where, but D3football.com ranks all the conferences and we did so in our season preview edition. 

The reason...the competition between teams in the conference is great, but when you get outside, and especially in the playoffs, the CC hasn't been able to hold up.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 18, 2005, 08:15:08 PM
Per D3 Kickoff:

2005 preseason conference ranking: 15th of 25

Generally, the CC has had a winning non-conference regular season record and usually beats some decent out of conference teams.  The CC has not had a great amount of recent success in the NCAA playoffs.  The last NCAA playoff wins were Muhlenberg 2002, Western Maryland 2000 & 1999, and Ursinus 1999.  No CC team has advanced past the second round although Western Maryland gave Trinity a good second round game in 1999 losing 20-16.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 19, 2005, 10:12:33 AM
CCfan4Life,
Great analysis. Couldnt agree more. The Mules do have one outstanding weapon that they are not utilizing fully. Check out the indiv stats.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan4life on October 19, 2005, 12:06:19 PM
Muley,
I just checked out the stats and no huge weapons are jumping out at me.......or did i just miss something??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 20, 2005, 09:27:35 AM
After 7 Weeks: This season is going quickly!

Mandfense: 22-11 (3-1)
Badbad: 21-12 (3-1)
AA: 21-12 (2-2)

Gettysburg vs. Ursinus: Gburg by 7

McDaniel vs.  Randolpg Macon:  Not quite sure what team will show up for the Terror but ill go with them.  MC by 10

F&M vs. Dickinson: Winner gets right of the Conestoga Wagon.  Dips by 14.

****Game of the Week****

JHU vs Muhlenberg:  JHU is already in the drivers seat but this would further solidify their place.  JHU by 10.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 20, 2005, 11:04:15 AM
CCFan4Life. The Mules Have a receiver who is #1 in YPC #2 In Total receiving yards, #2 in overall  CC scoring# 1 in receiver scoring and #5 in CC in all purpose yards.I would call that a weapon.Check again and you will see.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan4life on October 20, 2005, 11:55:30 AM
Muley,
You are correct i dont know how i missed that.  He is a weapon, but once again he cant be effective if he does not have the ball.  I agree mules need to get him the ball and not just in passing situations.  its time for the mules o coordinator to realize that his offensive attack has been just that...... OFFENSIVE to watch.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 20, 2005, 12:44:01 PM
CCfan4life,

It is easy to miss. Most schools would be hyping him, but The Mules are very low key . I noticed in todays JHU Game notes that they have picked up on him and they have also noticed a few other positive things offensively.  He has scored every week except The F&M game(dropped a tough TD pass at the back of the end zone ). No one has been able to contain him. Should be a great game if The Mules use their weapons.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 20, 2005, 01:39:07 PM
Are you speaking up Douglass?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 20, 2005, 01:51:42 PM
Yes having a great year after missing all of 04 with an injury. Need to get him the ball more. Big play receiver. 41 yard TD vs Union,71 yd td vs Dickinson, 24 yarder vs ursinus 16 yarder vs GCC.Nice15+ YPR avg on 27 catches with 5 TDs (on a pace with Kodi Shay who had All American Matt Bernardo in the backfield) plus healthy  YPC average as a runner although he has only carried about 10 timeas all year. Now starting  to return punts and kick-offs.Montalto is also a very effective TE., big and athletic and deceptively fast . The Soph QB seems to be doing well also. Leads league in QB effic.Mules lead CC in Pass effic.They have the talent in the passing game So why try to run first?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 20, 2005, 02:20:29 PM
Good question! but it seems like muhlenberg has also been primarily a run first set up the pass team.  Then again it doesnt seem like they are getting the recruits that they had been getting.  No more Bernardos, Shay's, Carters or even a QB like Justin Jones.  I believe it was you that said all that offensive covered up the spotty Offensive Coordinators play calls.

Out of curiousity what happened to him in the F&M game.  Didnt impress me much but then again did look like they wanted to get him the ball. any thoughts
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 20, 2005, 02:45:49 PM
Amish Allstar,

The folks at The Berg consider him one of the most talented all around skill players they have ever had. As mentioned, slightly ahead of Kodi's Senior Year  pace.
Good observation on The F&M Game. None of The Mules had a good game that day .He was wide open many times but they seem to forget him for long periods of time when they decide that they want to try to run.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 20, 2005, 02:48:37 PM
Amish Allstar,

The folks at The Berg consider him one of the most talented all around skill players they have ever had. As mentioned, slightly ahead of Kodi's Senior Year  pace.
Good observation on The F&M Game. None of The Mules had a good game that day .He was wide open many times but they seem to forget him for long periods of time when they decide that they want to try to run.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 20, 2005, 03:31:08 PM
Dont think he is on Kodi Shays level just yet even if his numbers are slightly better.  Kodi could alter the game anywhere on the field and in the kick game.  he was a gamebreaker and i dont see Kyle anywhere near that.  Just an observation but i have only seen the F&M game to go by.

Beat the Jays this weekend!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: youcantwin22 on October 20, 2005, 04:10:32 PM
Amish,
You are correct Kodi Shay could change the game at any moment with his talent.  One reason for that was his aggressiveness when being thrown to.  When he wanted the ball.....he would go after it and make the catch.  Although douglas isnt as aggressive, he runs routes much more percise and effective than kodi shay ever did.  not many people in the cc if anyone at all can cover douglas.  if you watch a mules game you will see that 90% of the time douglas is open.  if you werent impressed with his showing against f&m this year.....then maybe you should look back two years ago to 2003 when douglas was spinning f&m corners into the ground with his corner routes all game.  douglas is the kind of player that the more you give him the ball.......the better he performs.

muley,
i agree with you montalto is a hell of a player.  he is extremely aggressive when he is thrown to and you are right he is deceptively fast for his size.  he seems like he wants the ball every play and thats the mentality you need to have as offensive player. i would like to see him become more of a focal point in the offense along with douglas.


go mules!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 20, 2005, 05:30:10 PM
Amish Allstar,
No disrespect to Kodi, great player but he was always the go to guy in a balnced pass/run offense. Douglass is usually only thrown to when the whole stadium knows it will be a pass, the defense can cheat on him and still he delivers.
PS Kodi himself told me that Douglass is a more talented player than he was.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MULEY on October 21, 2005, 12:12:36 PM
youcan'twin22,

You obviously have been watching The Mules for a few years, I would add that When Douglass was a Soph he prevented teams from doubling on Kodi.

Amish,
You are correct, it doesn't matter if they don't get him involved more.
I have seen him take over a couple of games. Ursinus last week 9/105 1 TD, 196 all purpose yards.Kings Point 04 ,5 for 105 with an additional 30 yd td called back and a 35 yarder called back as well , all in the first half.The more they use him,. the better he performs.

Maybe they are concerned about durability after missing almost all of 04 with a serious knee injury The game is on the web and on WMUH 91.7 and on Service Electric Cable Channel 2. I heard it was going to be rainy and cold, not a great day for passing, could work in JHU's favor.

Kvontrout, if you are there, you were right about F&M, they do have a hell of a defense, I was right about their offense, still sputtering. I would like to have seen them without the injuries.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 21, 2005, 12:20:04 PM
Muley:

The Dips "D" has been playing some great ball starting with the Muhlenberg game.  Last weeks game was a heartbreaker but i said last week that F&M would keep the Union RB under 170 yards.  Boy, was I wrong! They kept him under 105, half his average! Th eonly problem with last week was the number of opprtunties that the Dips had to intercept Marottis passes.  Yes they had 3 but it could have been 7. 

However, again the Dips "O" has been a disappointment.  it would have been nice to see them at full strength but it happens and you cant make excuses.  It has given other players opportunities to step with some having done so and others not.  Unfortunately, that is the name of the game. 

As tough as it has been for the O there are still 4 week left in the Centennial and as we have seen previously ANYTHIGN can happen.  I hope they are able to get it together because when they play well they are exciting to watch.

Good luck to all this weekend.  Looks like it is going to be another wet weekend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on October 21, 2005, 09:12:57 PM
Does anyone know if Baer will be back QB'ing McDaniel this week?  If not, what's his expected return date?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 21, 2005, 09:20:44 PM
The weather has a big bearing on my selections and score predictions

Dickinson 13  Franklin & Marshall 10 (dry conditions and I would have picked F&M)
Ursinus 24  Gettysburg 20
Johns Hopkins 13  Muhlenberg 3
McDaniel 27  Randolph Macon 13
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 22, 2005, 07:50:55 AM
Franklin & Marshall at Dickinson  - F&M by 3
Gettysburg at Ursinus  - Ursinus by 7
Johns Hopkins at Muhlenberg  - JHU by 10
McDaniel at Randolph-Macon - McDaniel by 20
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on October 22, 2005, 05:45:13 PM
What happened to the Terror. Wow.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 22, 2005, 06:42:23 PM
Congrats to Johns Hopkins for clinching at least a share of the conference championship for the 4th year in a row.  Nice comeback win to get the Muhlenberg monkey off their back.

By my calculations, the only way JHU doesn't get the NCAA bid is if they and McDaniel are the only 2 teams that end up 4-2 in the conference.  

That can only happen if JHU loses their last 2 conference games AND McDaniel wins their last 3 conference games, AND Ursinus, Gettysburg, Muhlenberg, Dickinson and F&M lose at least 1 more conference game each. 

Any other combination and JHU should win the tiebreaker for the NCAA bid.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 22, 2005, 06:44:27 PM
Wagon stays in Carlisle.

Dickinson played well and the QB impressed me with is running ability.  And #13 came up with two HUGE plays on the opening kickoff returna and reverse.

The story again was turnovers for the Dips.  3 fumbles and 1 interception.  Not much else to say.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan4life on October 22, 2005, 06:47:04 PM
can i buy a vowel.......................................


i want to by an O...................

O FOR OFFENSE.........FOR THE ENTIRE CC.............WHERE HAS ALL OF THE OFFENSE GONE....... OUR CONFERENCE IS BECOMING EXTREMELY BORING TO WATCH..........WILL SOMEBODY PLEASE STEP UP THEIR GAME
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 23, 2005, 07:55:13 AM
Congratulations to coach Margraff his staff and the JHU players for earning their 4th consecutive CC championship.  If they win next week against Ursinus, they can clinch their 1st ever solo conference championship and the NCAA bid. 

Although Ursinus is 3-4, they could easily have been 7-0 this season.  They have lost those 4 games this season by 8, 1, 8 and 7 points.  In fact, they led in most of those games and were very competitive.  I hope JHU dosn't have a let down or take the Bears lightly. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 24, 2005, 08:35:29 AM
What happened to McDaniel against RMC?  Having seen RMC this year, I was surprised that they could dominate the game like that.  I thought even a banged up McDaniel would be competitive.

Did anyone see the game?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 25, 2005, 03:52:41 PM
Although this board is dead, there are a few interesting scenarios left this season.  If Ursinus beats JHU and wins out, they can share the title with JHU and take the NCAA bid if JHU loses to McDaniel.  Likewise, McDaniel still stands an outside chance of sharing the conference and winning the NCAA bids.  Should JHU beat a respectable Ursinus team this Saturday, they will win it all.

Looks like there will be 2 new CC members in 2006.  ATR says Moravian and Juniata will join the CC for football only next year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 25, 2005, 04:14:50 PM
Pat Cummings made the correct observation in ATR that every opponent the Blue Jays played this season has a losing record. Not even one team is .500 through eight weeks of the season.   Although that will change by the end of the season, it could make this weeks game against Ursinus even more interesting.

On the other hand, you can only play who's on your schedule.  Over the last 3 seasons their schedule has had 15 teams with winning records, 13 teams with losing records, and 5 teams who were .500.  Their record over that span was 28-5. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 25, 2005, 06:06:29 PM
I guess people are using the same "Ferrum" argument against JHU, but you're right BBM, you can only play the teams on your schedule.  They shouldn't apologize for being 7-0 and winning ugly.  7-0 is 7-0.  Good teams find ways to win.

And their nationally ranked defense isn't a fluke, I don't care who they play.

I agree that they better not take Ursinus lightly this week.  They are much better than their record indicates.  Of course even if JHU does win, the naysayers will claim all they did was beat another team with a losing record.  They're in a lose/lose situation this week, even if they do clinch.

They'll need the playoffs to make a statement and I'm sure they wouldn't have it any other way.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 25, 2005, 08:41:10 PM
I am using that record to justify them not cracking the Top 25 for the D3football poll, and showing that the coaches seem to have their seven wins rated abnormally higher than those wins might lead one to believe.

Ferrum now has two wins against teams with winning records, Methodist and Averett.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 26, 2005, 03:31:28 AM
Quote from: patcummings on October 25, 2005, 08:41:10 PM
I am using that record to justify them not cracking the Top 25 for the D3football poll, and showing that the coaches seem to have their seven wins rated abnormally higher than those wins might lead one to believe.

Ferrum now has two wins against teams with winning records, Methodist and Averett.

I wasn't making an argument about JHU being in the top 25 in the d3football.com poll.  I think the fact that they're not, despite 7-0 record, says volumes about what the voters think.  I'm not about to lobby like the Ferrum fans, because I know the polls don't mean anything.  The one that matters comes out tomorrow on ncaasports.com.

JHU can finish the season 10-0 and, in the voters' eyes,  it won't matter because of their schedule, and that's fine.

Games aren't won in the polls.  Games are won on the field.  JHU will earn their respect at home on November 16th at home aginst Salisbury/Bridewater/Ferrum.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 26, 2005, 09:56:06 AM
Pat,

There was no need to defend the D3football.com poll since no one was attacking it.   In fact, I agree that Ursinus will be a very tough game for JHU on Saturday.  Using your rationale to justify JHU not cracking the Top 25 for the D3football poll is reasonable. 

If any CC team were unbeaten and already played several opponents with winning records, they still might not be ranked.   Your poll emphasizes historical playoff and out of conference performance against quality opponents.  This naturally favors certain teams and conferences and is difficult (as it should be) to change.

The CC definately needs some NCAA playoff wins this year.  I just hope IF they win in the playoffs, voters don't try and rationalize their win(s) by saying other the other NCAA playoff teams they played were not that good.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 26, 2005, 10:24:04 AM
Pat:

I thought I read the Susquehanna was also trying to enter the CC?  WAs that wrong or did they get denied? 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ktroutvon on October 26, 2005, 10:28:04 AM
Susquehanna is coming to the LL?  I was wondering about there program, but no one has been able to give me any info.  I thought they had a decent program, but the last couple of years don't seem to be very great. 

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on October 26, 2005, 10:25:07 PM
Hampden-Sydney 28  Dickinson 24
McDaniel 20  Franklin & Marshall 17
Muhlenberg 13  Gettysburg 10
Johns Hopkins 20  Ursinus 10
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 27, 2005, 09:42:41 AM
Hampden-Sydney at Dickinson - Dickinson by 1
Franklin & Marshall at McDaniel - F&M by 3
Muhlenberg at Gettysburg - Muhlenberg by 10
Ursinus at Johns Hopkins - JHU by 10
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ktroutvon on October 27, 2005, 10:40:37 AM
Let's go F&M and Dickinson!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 27, 2005, 01:53:28 PM
After 8 Weeks:  3 game to get.

Mandfense: 25-12 (3-1)
Badbad: 23-14 (2-2)
AA: 22-15 (1-3)

Dickinson vs. HS: HS by 10

Gburg vs. Mberg: mberg by 9

Ursinus vs. JHU: JHU by 13

F&M vs. McDaniel:  dips by 6
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 29, 2005, 04:25:48 PM
Man...JHU loses as Ursinus comes from behind...JHU just can't get over the top...I mentioned in the column last week how well Ursinus was playing...lots of close games.  Bites JHU here.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 29, 2005, 07:49:53 PM
Big win for the Diplomats down in Westminster.  17-14 OT win. 

Can not believe the Ursinus-JHU score...getting interesting again
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 30, 2005, 03:08:44 AM
why is the centennial so messed up.  Theren were some big plays in the game .Way to go DIPS!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on October 30, 2005, 02:30:00 PM
Congratulations to Ursinus on a very well played game.  Their QB made good decisions and was very accurate.  The Ursinus receivers played well and their game plan was well thought out.

JHU didn't play up to their ability, but that takes nothing away from a fine Ursinus effort.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 01, 2005, 08:36:22 PM
Very surprised at how dead this area is.  To try and spark some interest into. it. 

What are everyones feelings towards Juniata and Moravian entering into the CC I believe it to be 2007? Good/Bad? Lets hear it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearTracker on November 02, 2005, 11:46:02 AM
It's great to see Ursinus improving every week. They have a strong defense but the offense has struggled. The sophmore and freshman players this year are a talented group. I think the next two years should be awesome for Ursinus Football fans. As for this season's results - it could happen!! Go Bears!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on November 03, 2005, 06:31:11 AM
Amish:
Looked like it was an exciting game vs McDaniel last week.  Wanted to go but ended up going to PSU-Purdue.  Sounds like Kyle really stepped up, and the receivers as well.
Another wierd year in the CC.  I think it was a good move to add Juniata and Moravian.
Going to be a tough one again this week vs Ursinus.
I'll be at the PSU-Wisconsin game.  That should be a good one too. 
 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 03, 2005, 09:19:09 AM
Cant beat going to a game like that. 

I think the Dips will have there hands full.  Not because Ursinus is THAT good but because they are riding high after last week and is really in the same position the F&M was in last year.  They are going to bring a lot of intensity into the game. 

I am not going to hate because i think Gallagher is an excellent QB and they have some nice receivers but as Pat said in the Around the Region column  they are I think 8 points from being 0-8.

I also think F&M has turned the corner with their offense. I think the addition of Freiler really helped them there.  Opened some things up and were able to do more things.  Well see this weekend but as always i am going with the Dips.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on November 03, 2005, 11:02:27 AM
Amish:
Will be anxious to hear how it turns out.  Will have to wait till we get home to find out.
Was hoping they would announce the CC scores at PSU, but didn't happen.  Must have been an oversight!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 03, 2005, 11:38:27 AM
haha

PA announcer must have slipped up.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 03, 2005, 12:45:24 PM
Although Ursinus is 13 points (not 8) away from 0-8, they are also very close (28 points) to 8-0.  They seem to play to the level of the competitor.   F&M matches up pretty well with Ursinus and it should be a good game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 03, 2005, 01:53:08 PM
As i said in my earlier post I am not knocking anything about Ursinus.  Gallagher is by far the best QB in the conference.  He throws the ball very well and when you pressure him he is quick enough to get out of the pocket and pick up yards.

I agree this game will be a great game.  Maybe even a shootout.  Would be fun seeing a CC game with both teams scoring in the 30's. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 04, 2005, 08:56:24 AM
Dickinson at Gettysburg  - GC by 7
Franklin & Marshall at Ursinus - UC by 4
McDaniel at Muhlenberg - Mules by 3
Johns Hopkins at Hampden-Sydney - JHU by 3
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 04, 2005, 09:44:49 AM
After 9 weeks: getting down to crunch time

Mandfense: 26-15 (1-3)
Badbadman:24-17 (1-3)
AA: 24-17 (2-2)

Dickinson v Gburg: Gburg by 1
McDaniel v Muh: McDaniel by 3
JHU v HS: HS by 10
F&M v. UC: F&M by 13

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 04, 2005, 04:19:10 PM
Gettysburg 20  Dickinson 17
Ursinus 24 Franklin & Marshall 17
Hampden-Sydney 31  Johns Hopkins 27
Muhlenberg 13  McDaniel 10
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on November 05, 2005, 03:30:18 PM
McDaniel's up 13-6 with about 10 mins to go in the game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 05, 2005, 06:44:59 PM
Bittersweet day for Hopkins fans.  Despite the blowout in Virginia, congratulations on securing their first ever NCAA appearance in school history.

Hopefully they'll be able to right the ship in the next 2 weeks and represent the Centennial Conference well in the playoffs.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 05, 2005, 07:23:24 PM
F&M 19 Ursinus 17:

Four second half field goals by freshmen Brandon Kline.  One of the most exciting games of the year.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearTracker on November 05, 2005, 09:07:12 PM
Wow - Ursinus v. F&M was an real slugfest with lots of penalties and turnovers (unfortunately for Ursinus). It's too bad that Gallagher got hurt in the first half and did not play at all in the second half. The Bears defense gave a valiant effort but the offense just couldn't get the job done. Congrats to F&M for hanging tough and winning this one 19-17.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 06, 2005, 03:09:07 AM
yes it was unfortunate that gallagher got hurt.  he the most talented QB in the conference.  But what a game by the F&M "D." Forced TO's and stood tough when it counted.  They are the reason why F&M won today. 

Hopkins needs to lose vs mcdaniel and F&M needs to win to share its consecutive conference championship. 

Interesting week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: norton on November 07, 2005, 12:06:33 AM
Mandfense...don't know if HSC was over-rated or not, but I sure wish they were in the CC...they averaged 57 points a game (and 43 points in the first halves) in their wins over Gettysburg, Dickinson and Hopkins...guess the ODAC is stronger this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 07, 2005, 07:15:05 PM
norton,

You might be right about the ODAC, although McDaniel did beat your champion - BC.  Conference games are typically closer since everyone generally knows what to expect.  Knowing what to expect is probably why the BC vs McDaniel games have been so close.  They have been playing each other for quite a while.

This year, HSC played an excellent game and JHU just didn't show up - they were terrible.  Last year it was the other way around, but HSC didn't have your son on the field.  He is an excellent player.  IF JHU can turn it around and win in the playoffs, they should thank HSC for the wakeup call.  Good luck with pool C.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: norton on November 07, 2005, 07:42:48 PM
badbadman...you are right about it being better for the defense if they're more familiar with the offense...the ODAC teams have a better idea of how to defend HSC...last year JHU dominated HSC (partly because of JD's absence, partly because it was in Baltimore on that horrible turf but mostly because Hopkins played better and HSC couldn't stop them or score on them)... I do think that the CC is down this year (McDaniels healthy might have been a different story)...last years Hopkin's team would have dominated this year...not trying to gloat, but Mandefense and others were tough on HSC last year and questioning them after this years Gettyburg game, so I couldn't resist posting those numbers...Good luck in the playoffs...Coach Margraff is a class act and I'll be rooting for JHU.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 07, 2005, 07:53:35 PM
norton,

Thanks, we'll need all the support we can get.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 07, 2005, 09:30:45 PM
In all fairness, although I questioned H-SC after the Gettysburg game (as did many others), I had similar question marks about JHU.  You'll even notice below that I picked H-SC to win the game this past week.

It was a thorough butt whipping, and it appears a tale of two seasons where only one of the teams showed up last year and this year.

I'll eat my crow this year and move on.   :-X
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: d3fbalumn on November 08, 2005, 12:41:44 PM
I am a "south region playoff watcher" and am curious to the cause of JHU's 2 game slide thus far. Have they lost guys due to injury or have they lost focus? With the AQ locked up can they rebound in the playoffs? Any input appreciated.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 08, 2005, 04:56:15 PM
I'd have to go with loss of focus, and it started at halftime of the Ursinus game.  Depending on the matchup, they may be able to make some noise in the playoffs.

Despite what H-SC did to them, the defense is still pretty good.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on November 09, 2005, 01:44:43 AM
Hopkins sitting their starters this weekend? Should they?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 09, 2005, 07:19:30 AM
Probably not unless they are injured since: 

1. They have never won an outright CC championship.
2. They need to improve their play before the NCAA's.
3. McDaniel is their rivalry game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 09, 2005, 09:33:52 AM
This season went very very quickly
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 10, 2005, 10:57:36 AM
And then there was 1.  Really cant believe that this season is coming to an end. 

Results after 10 weeks:
AA: 28-17 (4-0)
Mandfense: 28-17 (2-2)
BadBadman: 25-20 (1-3)

Urinsus vs. Dickinson: hate to do it but Dicks by 6.  Reason being i am not sure if Gallagher is playing.

JHU vs. McDaniel:  McDaniel by 1.  Lets go Terror!!

Muhlenberg v. Moravian: Hounds by 10

Gburg vs F&M:  F&M by 13

Good luck to all the seniors that are about to play their last football game.  Never a good feeling knowing you will never lace em up again.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 10, 2005, 11:10:27 PM
Ursinus 17  Dickinson 14
Franklin & Marshall 20  Gettysburg 17
Johns Hopkins 17  McDaniel 10
Moravian 20  Muhlenberg 17
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 12, 2005, 09:05:02 AM
Ursinus over  Dickinson by 6
Franklin & Marshall over Gettysburg by 1
Johns Hopkins over  McDaniel by 12
Moravian over Muhlenberg by 21
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 13, 2005, 07:36:20 AM
Congrats to F&M.  Finished the season strong.  Lots of expectations going into the year. 

Good luck to Hopkins, respresent the CC well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 13, 2005, 07:47:19 AM
Congratulations to Johns Hopkins for winning the 2005 Centennial Conference title outright.  This was the first year since 2000 that the CC had an outright champion. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 13, 2005, 01:38:44 PM
Dress warmly Hopkins fans.  Early Saturday weather forecast for Greenville is a high of 41 degrees with snow showers.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 14, 2005, 10:42:12 AM
Any ideas about POY and All Centennial?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 14, 2005, 11:09:38 AM
Quote from: Amish Allstar on November 14, 2005, 10:42:12 AM
Any ideas about POY and All Centennial?

Here are my picks:

Offensive POTY: Tom Sturges (GC/RB)
Defensive POTY: Ron Ringgold (MC/LB) or Adam Luke (JHU/LB)

I also think Ben Scott (JHU/K) and Nathan Smith (GC/KR) should get AA consideration.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 14, 2005, 03:35:02 PM
Quote from: eh ... just call me 'kid' on November 14, 2005, 11:09:38 AM
Quote from: Amish Allstar on November 14, 2005, 10:42:12 AM
Any ideas about POY and All Centennial?

Here are my picks:

Offensive POTY: Tom Sturges (GC/RB)
Defensive POTY: Ron Ringgold (MC/LB) or Adam Luke (JHU/LB)

I also think Ben Scott (JHU/K) and Nathan Smith (GC/KR) should get AA consideration.

ALL-CC is out.  Triplin from JHU and McCall from Muhlenberg were offensive and defensive POYs respectively.  The teams can be found here:

http://www.centennial.org/football/2005/FB_All_CC.pdf
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 14, 2005, 04:21:52 PM
Very surprised at the POTY for the offense, i to thought it would be Sturges.  Cant argue against McCall.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 14, 2005, 05:13:07 PM
F&M receives ECAC bid.  Will be playing Salisbury this weekend in MD.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 14, 2005, 05:27:02 PM
omg ... a junior wideout who recorded 75.7 receiving yards a game and scored three total touchdowns on the year wins offensive poty?  wow.

Dan McCall (53 tackles, 16 TFL, 8 sacks, 4 FR, 2 FF, 2 INTs), Ringgold (136 tackles, 15 TFL, 4 sacks, 3 INTs, 1 FF) and Adam Luke (89 tackles, 8 TFL, 3 sacks, 1 FR) all were studs at linebacker.  Glad they all made 1st team.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 14, 2005, 05:48:31 PM
Quote from: eh ... just call me 'kid' on November 14, 2005, 05:27:02 PM
omg ... a junior wideout who recorded 75.7 receiving yards a game and scored three total touchdowns on the year wins offensive poty?  wow.

Dan McCall (53 tackles, 16 TFL, 8 sacks, 4 FR, 2 FF, 2 INTs), Ringgold (136 tackles, 15 TFL, 4 sacks, 3 INTs, 1 FF) and Adam Luke (89 tackles, 8 TFL, 3 sacks, 1 FR) all were studs at linebacker.  Glad they all made 1st team.

Yeah, there weren't too many options on the offensive side of the ball.  Looking at the conference stats, it probabaly came down to Triplin, Lyons, Sturges, Torchia and Gallagher.  Triplin and Lyons were the only unanimous 1st team selections on offense.

Defensively, McCall wasn't even a unanimous 1st team selection, but still got named defensive player of the year.  He's a great player, but I think some of the guys you mentioned had better years.  Strange.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 14, 2005, 08:54:38 PM
Have to agree with Pat Coleman about the "Diplomats on Brink of Dream Season" article being off base.  With the high expectations and a D3football.com forecast of a 10-0 season, the 5-5 record had to be hard to take.  The Dips got a tough ECAC matchup with Salisbury that gives them a chance for some redemption. 

GO DIPS! 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 14, 2005, 10:53:45 PM
Definetly a rough season for the Dips. I think the loss to Bethany really played a role in that.  However, you have to give them credit because at prior to the Mcdaniel game they were 2-5 and could have easily thrown in the towel.  But they finished strong with 3 consecutive wins to close out the season.  I hope they represent the CC well in the ECAC game.

CC again had an interesting year.  Didnt seem to showcase the offensive talent it had produced in the past.  Triplin as POTY was a complete surprise but again noone else really stood out.  Good luck to him and the Hopkins as they travel to Thiel.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: localfan on November 15, 2005, 09:27:47 AM
Looks like this new "Pride of Maryland" tournament could be very interesting this weekend. Washington opens up against Hood College, which is only in its third year but has some good talent. Hopkins and McDaniels will open up against Salisbury and Frostburg, respectively. Good to see the Centenial teams facing some non-traditional teams. Could end up with an old fashion Hopkins/Goucher fight for the championship game on Sunday. I really don't think anyone is a clear cut favorite. Will probably be a few upsets, seeing as this is the teams first games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 15, 2005, 02:05:55 PM
You probably meant to post this on the basketball side?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 15, 2005, 09:28:34 PM
AA:  a dips win would go a long way towards partial redemption and respect for the program and the CC.  Likewise, a JHU win against highly regarded and 16th ranked Thiel would go a long way towards gaining respect for the CC.

GO HOP.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 16, 2005, 01:14:28 AM
I don' t think you can lose respect for this program.  Yes, they had a dissapointing season with the amount of returning players from last years 8-3 squad. But they still finished second place in the conference with a 4-2 record. Their out of conference schedule was top notch playing two playoff teams (Hobart and Union).  They should have beat Union (4th down 10 conversion for the win with 47 seconds to go) but football is a game of woulda, coulda, shouldas and the Dips simply did not get it done that day. 

At one point they were 2-5 and could have thrown in the towel as i said in an earlier post.  But they didnt and they reeled off 3 straigh victories to close the year at 5-5. Which i believe is why they received the ECAC bid.

Was it a dissappointing season, no question but to lose respect for the program? i dont think so.  A few plays here and there and F&M is representing the CC in the playoffs. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 16, 2005, 08:43:07 AM
Amish, you have to realize that most observers aren't as close to the program as you are so wouldn't look that deeply into the F&M season.

What they see is the prediction to go 10-0, finish 5-5 with a loss to Bethany.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 16, 2005, 09:34:12 AM
Very true mandfense very true!  The Bethany lose sure killed them as far as any outsider credibility is concerned.  Still cant believe the Bethany loss.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 16, 2005, 06:24:52 PM
Read around the nation today. 

Bad news - Thiel seems to be generally expected to win.  They also said Hopkins isn't in the top 32 in the same article.

Good news - Mark Simon predicts a Hopkins upset and Pat Coleman predicts a close game.  This was somewhat of a surprise to me since Thiel is the 14th ranked team in the current D3football.com poll.

Best news - it really dosen't matter what anyone says since the game will be decided on the field. 


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 16, 2005, 06:26:07 PM
GO HOP!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 16, 2005, 08:24:01 PM
I read it too.  All biases aside, JHU/Thiel should be an evenly matched game.  Two new teams to the NCAA tournament.  That's what it's all about.

I think one of the big keys is how JHU comes out after the long road trip.  In their overnight trips this year, they've started out slow and either held on for dear life (Rochester, Carnegie Mellon, Muhlenberg) or got blown out of the stadium (Hampden-Sydney).

If they come out and try to take it to Thiel from the opening kickoff and set the tone (ie. kickoff is at Noon, Blue Jays, not 1:00), rather than feel them out for a quarter or a half and let the game come to them, they can win the game.  Thiel has too much offense for a team to feel them out for a half.  If JHU waits until 1:00 to start playing, they'll already be down 4 TDs.

The fact that Carnegie Mellon put 48 on Thiel should hopefully give the offense some much needed confidence going into the game as well.

Looks like the weather may hold up.  Now looking at sunny with a high of 44.  Great weather for NCAA Playoff Football!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: OldPhart on November 16, 2005, 10:27:01 PM
Quote from: badbadman on November 16, 2005, 06:24:52 PM
Read around the nation today. 

Bad news - Thiel seems to be generally expected to win.  They also said Hopkins isn't in the top 32 in the same article.

Good news - Mark Simon predicts a Hopkins upset and Pat Coleman predicts a close game.  This was somewhat of a surprise to me since Thiel is the 14th ranked team in the current D3football.com poll.

Best news - it really dosen't matter what anyone says since the game will be decided on the field. 




BadBad - I think you got the "Good" and the "Bad" inverted. ;D  But clearly "Best" is in the right place.  Don't be too surprised about Pat's prediction.  I don't know whether or not Thiel and/or W&J finally made it onto his ballot  - but he made it pretty clear several weeks ago that they weren't on his ballot then.

While I am predicting a Thiel win, the only prediction I am willing to make with confidence is a noon kickoff.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 17, 2005, 09:02:22 AM
mandfense -  I think you are right about getting a quick start.  I hope that JHU doesn't defer if they win the coin toss.  An extra possession in the 1st half may end up being important. 

Against and average team, go ahead and defer.  Against a playoff team, take the ball.  The Jays need to show some confidence in their offense.  Maybe the ATN caption will motivate them.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 17, 2005, 09:15:43 AM
Wishing Hopkins the best this weekend.  Noone seems to think that they will get it done. 

Same goes to F&M as they travel down to Salisbury, as they take on a very very good rushing offense.  The Dips always seem to rise to the occasion in big games and i dont this one to be any different.

Good luck to both teams and represent the CC well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Dutch12 on November 17, 2005, 09:37:37 AM
Quote from: Amish Allstar on November 17, 2005, 09:15:43 AM
Wishing Hopkins the best this weekend.  Noone seems to think that they will get it done. 

I think the guru's on the around the nation thread have given JHU a chance.  They think JHU's defense is good enough to upset Thiel and at the very least force a very close game.  Regardless of who wins, it's clear they don't think JHU or Thiel can win in the second round. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoDips71 on November 17, 2005, 06:04:56 PM
Keep in mind that "gurus" also picked F&M to go 10-0 this season......and we all know that didn't happen..........

That said, it is my hope that Hopkins will represent the CC well in the NCAAs - win or lose.  They are a program with a lot of class and a program that I personally respect quite a bit. 

There is no question that this was a down year for the CC.  Offenses were virtually non-existant and the teams lost key matchups against out-of-conference opponents.  One can make the argument that with one break here and another break there (i.e. F&M-Union game) that things could have looked vastly different for the CC, but this is the unfortunate reality.  I am afraid that any respect gained for the CC last year may have been lost due to the current season.  I hope that this is not the case, but judging from the those voting in the poll and the opinions expressed by the Pat, Pat, Mark, et al. I think that whatever respect that had been gained quickly evaporated.

Winning against Thiel would be huge for Hopkins and go a long way towards garnering some much-needed (and deserved - IMO) respect for the CC.  Similarly, a win for the Dips against a good Salisbury team would be enormous for the team and the conference.  The F&M defense has been outstanding much of the season and should get some credit for the job they have done.  The offense....that is a completely different story.  The bright side for F&M is that they are still young and will have a lot of returning players next year.  A win this weekend would be a good start though.

GO DIPS!

GO JHU! (Gotta admit that it is weird saying that...)



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 17, 2005, 06:24:54 PM
Some of the comments on the PAC board indicate that Thiel sometimes starts a little slow on defense, but picks it up as the game goes on.  Even more of a reason to take the ball if we win the toss.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 17, 2005, 06:42:00 PM
Updated weather report for Greenvile Saturday.  41 degrees at kickoff with 25 MPH winds (31 wind chill).

Hmmmm.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 17, 2005, 07:45:07 PM
Hopkins posters:  What are the strengths of Thiel? What are its weaknesses? 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 17, 2005, 08:46:42 PM
Probably better to ask Thiels fans on the PAC board.  My opinion is that the outcome of this game will be decided on turnovers, big plays and how well each team runs the ball. 

Thiel is small and quick up front on defense, so hopefully JHU will run right at them. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on November 17, 2005, 08:56:06 PM
Forgot to add special teams play.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PittTBCW on November 19, 2005, 09:19:29 PM
Johns Hopkins congrats on a great season. You guys played hard all day long and never gave up. You put a scare into all the Tomcats and thier faithful on the first drive.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on November 19, 2005, 09:23:19 PM
Great Job today by the Dips. They played very well today but came up a few plays from winning.  HAd to settle FG's instead of TD's.  Offense had its finest showing of the year with over 425 + yards.  Once again the D played a very spirited game and held them under their total yards.

Congrats to F&M on a solid season.  Many bright spots to look forward to nxt year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on December 05, 2005, 04:11:53 PM
very interesting article on the Centennial Conference website regarding athletics vs academics at Haverford.  I know they dont have a football team but i think it is a very surprising article.

Would never consider going to Haverford for any sports after reading this.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on December 06, 2005, 06:19:31 PM
AA:  when I read the same article, I thought I wouldn't send any of my kids there under any circumstances - athlete or not.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on December 07, 2005, 06:05:25 PM
When I read the article, I wasn't really surprised by anything in it. 

Believe it or not, a lot of liberal arts colleges that consider themselves elite academic institutions go through the same process when it comes to athletes.  At least the Haverford admissions people take the athletic department's needs into consideration.

The admissions people at some schools don't take the athletic department's needs into their decision making at all (my alma mater comes to mind) and it makes recruiting that much more difficult.

I'm going to stir the pot a little here, but I wonder what the process is for athletes at the Rowans and Wesleys of the world.   :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: badbadman on December 08, 2005, 12:07:50 PM
The conflict between professors, non-athlete students and student athletes is what I object to.  Eighteen year old kids have enough stress in their lives without having to deal with this crap.  D3 student athletes have to pass the same courses as everyone else.  Professor or student objections should be the result of poor academic performance AFTER the student was already accepted.  Sounds like the objections raised in the article are more social than academic.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bwana on December 15, 2005, 08:16:46 AM
Quote from: Amish Allstar on December 05, 2005, 04:11:53 PM
very interesting article on the Centennial Conference website regarding athletics vs academics at Haverford.  I know they dont have a football team but i think it is a very surprising article.

Would never consider going to Haverford for any sports after reading this.

Is this article still up?  I would like to read this article, but could not find it...which, as a refomed Luddite, is not too surprising.

If you have a link, please post it.  Thanks!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on December 15, 2005, 10:31:37 AM
BWANA:

If you go to the centennial conference website (www.centennial.org) click on the link that says Centennial Blog.  IF you scroll down just a tad you will find the article link.  I couldnt attched it to here bc i forgot the NY times password.   You will have to register to view.  I hate that stuff.

Let me know what you think after to read it
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on December 20, 2005, 05:01:30 PM
Just took a look at F&M's website. It looks like Tony Thompson, DC at F&M is going to become the Linebackers and Special Team Coordinator for Hofstra University.  Going to be a big loss for F&M as he greatly improved their defense.

Was not aware they they finished 14th in the country this past season is def. pass efficiency.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bwana on December 21, 2005, 07:37:35 AM
Quote from: Amish Allstar on December 15, 2005, 10:31:37 AM
BWANA:

If you go to the centennial conference website (www.centennial.org) click on the link that says Centennial Blog.  IF you scroll down just a tad you will find the article link.  I couldnt attched it to here bc i forgot the NY times password.   You will have to register to view.  I hate that stuff.

Let me know what you think after to read it

Thanks for the direction, but unfortunately by the time I got to the 12/11 article it had already been put in pay to read status...so I shall head for the public library and track down the back copies of the NYT and see what they have to say.

Thank you again for the direction to the CC link!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on January 04, 2006, 11:27:05 PM
I entered my post-graduate school more than 30 years ago.  The school president had been an all-Southwest Conference tackle who decided to go to medical school after a knee injury.  We had about 5-7 D1 athletes every year.  At that time, the Post-Graduate exit exam scores from my school were  1st 2nd or 3rd in the country, routinely battling Harvard and Yale.

The admissions counselors told the athletes that intercolegiate athletics at that level was worth about 0.5 worth of value to assessing the GPA's.  The admissions counselors knew that the dedication to task that these athletes knew and lived was proof of the ability to handle heavy work loads.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on February 05, 2006, 03:19:42 AM
Just read the CC website and read the unfortunate news the Barbara Streeter passed away this morning after a long battle with cancer.  Being from F&M, Coach STreeter reminds me alot of Coach Gilburg.  Always has his mind on his players and Mrs. Streeter was ALWAYS there!!

The thoughts and prayers from the F&M Football team are with Coach Streeter and his family.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wr22 on February 17, 2006, 02:35:48 PM
Amish:
Looks like a change at F&M.  Not completly unexpected though.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: r.w. mcnickels on February 17, 2006, 03:25:34 PM
Here's the article from this morning's Intell regarding Halloran's departure from F&M:

http://local.lancasteronline.com/4/20821


Any guesses on the leading candidates for the open F&M job?  I'd guess there will be a strong pool of applicants.  It'll be interesting to see how this sudden shakeup impacts recruiting, as college decision time is right around the corner.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on February 19, 2006, 09:50:59 PM
WR22:

Kind of figured he was going to be leaving eventually but i was VERY surprised at this move now.  Good luck to him at UPenn. He helped turn F&M's program around and the job is a very attractive one for the potential candidates.

RW:
It should be very interesting with the recruits but life will go on.  There are 3 great classes here already and if they can get a solid class from a numbers prespective, everything will be fine.  Definetly no need to panic!  Smesko and Sutyak will do a good job until a new coach is named.

Coaching change a few years ago obviously when Halloran was hired and it didnt hury anything. Granted it was under very different circumstances and not this late in recruiting. Either way it should be interesting to see what happens.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on March 23, 2006, 12:38:47 PM
new coached named at F&M.  Looks like a good fit.

Does anyone have the league wide schedule next year for the CC? Is it even out?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HeardEnough on May 14, 2006, 04:06:31 PM
This board is dead. Who's the team to beat next season? I like McDaniel with the qb back. Hopkins should be tough. Any other thoughts?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on June 05, 2006, 02:55:15 PM
The Centennial is going to be tough to predict again.  You cant really count any team out, which is a good thing to have because it makes the season exciting. 

I am very excited to see what type of team F&M will bring out this year.  Troxell takes over for Halloran, who used to run Muhlenbergs "O", when they put up some huge numbers.  F&M has a lot of talent especially at the WR position.  Will be interesting.

Hopkins is always tough because they are able to get good kids in and margraff does a great job year in and year out.  They cover up their weaknesses very well yet find a way to win.

Not sure abot the other teams.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: r.w. mcnickels on June 07, 2006, 02:06:45 PM
Amish-

Do you know if F&M lost/gained any recruits as a result of the coaching transition?

Also, do you think the Dips will enter a mediocre period until Troxell gains his footing, or will they compete immediately for the CC title?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on June 07, 2006, 10:01:41 PM
I'm not Amish...but

I'll believe anything in the CC...any team can win any year.  It's almost impossible to predict the CC at this point.  Doesn't mean I won't try in our preview along with all the analysis fit to print.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on June 10, 2006, 09:42:21 AM
RW-

With Halloran leaving I am sure there were some players lost along the way. I am not sure the direct impact or numbers but i am sure it had some effect like any other school with a coaching change.

To me F&M was medicore last year and it was a very disappointing season in Lancaster, especially with 18 or so starters returning from the '04 team.  However, I do not see that being the case in them this year.  They have a great bunch of seniors who will hopefully provide the leadership unlike last year. 

As Pat said the CC is always tough to predict and I am going to agree with him on that especially this year.  Pat, you have a tough road ahead of you in the preview but definetly looking forward to it again.

What are some thoughts on the other teams in the conference?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terror82 on June 20, 2006, 03:48:16 PM
Does anyone have any info on the Green Terror recruiting class? I haven't heard anything about it....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on June 28, 2006, 10:36:18 AM
http://www.sidelinechatter.com/

This link is an article on the New Jersey North/South All Star game being played tomorrow June 29 at Rutgers.  Leading the way for the North will be Franklin & Marshall bound QB Tommy Hennessey.

Any schools announce their recruits yet?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on July 03, 2006, 11:35:12 PM
Found this gem amongst sports transactions...

FRANKLIN & MARSHALL-Announced the retirement of Ed Haas, assistant athletic director and sports information director, effective Aug. 4.

Didn't exactly think Ed was of retirement age, so I hope he won the lottery or something.  Good luck collecting social security.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on July 05, 2006, 11:42:26 AM
Pat,

I thought it was rather strange myself.  I know he did put in incredible hours and i guess he figured he did all he could.  Wish him luck!!

How is the preview issue shaping up?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: sjmb9 on July 14, 2006, 03:18:15 PM
I heard the green terror have about 60 freshmen coming in.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on July 14, 2006, 03:46:15 PM
Hopefully some are running backs.

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2006/07/12/sports/sports1-03.txt
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on July 14, 2006, 03:52:19 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on July 14, 2006, 03:46:15 PM
Hopefully some are running backs.

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2006/07/12/sports/sports1-03.txt

Wow, Maybank not coming back, that's huge.  Last year, 4-0 with him, 1-5 without him.  Parker and Taylor were nice second and third options, too.  They also lost (to graduation) four starting linemen.  I did hear that Brad Baer is close to 100%, so he sure will have a load to carry.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on July 18, 2006, 04:45:50 PM
Tough break for McDaniel in losing Maybank to track. Anyone know what happened with Parker?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Steel Hop on August 01, 2006, 05:54:05 PM
This is a really stupid question but did the CC pick up a couple of new schools for the conference.  I thought I read it somewhere but can't seem to find it.  I thought it was a couple of MAc schools.  Maybe I am wrong.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 01, 2006, 07:00:55 PM
Yes, starting in 2007, Moravian and Juniata.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Steel Hop on August 02, 2006, 10:16:59 AM
Thanks, Pat.

I knew I read it somewhere but couldn't see anything on the Centennial website.  It says they have a coupld of associate members.  I am going to guess those are for non-football sports
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 03, 2006, 10:12:23 AM
Steel Hop:

That is correct.  For mens/womens sports there is Washington College & Haverford along with an all womens school in Bryn Mawr.

Only 2 weeks till camp!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 03, 2006, 04:24:41 PM
Washington College and Haverford are not associate members of the Centennial. They are full members who do not sponsor football.

Washington & Lee is an associate member in wrestling. There may be others, but that came to mind immediately.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on August 04, 2006, 06:43:06 PM
My apologies!!


Anyone have any predictions for the upcoming season?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on August 06, 2006, 08:13:41 AM
Stevens Tech and King's Point are associates in rasslin'.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: vicman22 on August 07, 2006, 01:42:03 AM
my prediction is that dickinson is poised for a big season. they have they're entire defense returning, with thier all conference middle linebacker returning from injury. If they are able to put their offense and defense together this year, they are going to surprise alot of teams
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bj4evr on August 08, 2006, 10:21:27 AM
Preseason prediction:  The conference will be very competitive this year and many of the games will be decided by less than a touchdown.

1. Johns Hopkins - best DL in conference, 4 straight championships
2. McDaniel - best QB in the conference, good defense, must find RB
3. Dickinson - always competitive, will win close ones
4. Gettysburg - great RB, improved offense, decent defense
5. Ursinus - loss of QB will hurt them
6. Muhlenburg - always tough on defense, not much on offense
7. F&M - late coaching change will hurt - similar to GB in 2004
Title: Hopkins Picked to Win "One for the Thumb"
Post by: commish on August 08, 2006, 02:23:02 PM
Johns Hopkins, who has compiled a 36-8 record over the last four seasons on its way to four consecutive Centennial Conference titles, is the unanimous choice to win "One for the Thumb" as the CC's annual poll of head coaches and sports information directors was released Tuesday. The Blue Jays received all 12 first-place ballots (voters not permitted to vote for their own team) for 72 points to easily outdistance McDaniel (51). Muhlenberg (44) edged Franklin & Marshall (40) for the No. 3 spot, while Dickinson (34), Gettysburg (29) and Ursinus (24) round out the poll.

Johns Hopkins (12) ........... 72
McDaniel .......................... 51
Muhlenberg ...................... 44
Franklin & Marshall (1) ...... 40
Dickinson (1) .................... 34
Gettysburg ....................... 29
Ursinus ............................ 24
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HeardEnough on August 21, 2006, 01:28:56 PM
Is Gettysburg scrimmaging Shenandoah? Where? When?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on August 27, 2006, 12:35:44 AM
Does anyone have any info on how the McDaniel/Salisbury scrimmage went?  Thanks!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: MOJO on August 28, 2006, 07:51:58 AM
Posters,
Any info on the Ursinus / DVC scrimmage?  Curious if DVC  looks as good as they supposedly are.  Input please.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on August 28, 2006, 09:58:54 AM
With so many people interested in how scrimmages went, it would be cool if people were assigned to attend them and then reported (not a score, just how the 1s & 2s looked).  I could see that being a big hit.  I'd be willing to organize it (and attend what I could).

This of course being for next year...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on September 02, 2006, 06:15:53 PM
Rough day for the CC...

Rochester is probably the fourth or fifth best team in the LL and double up JHU.
Gburg loses to the one team we had them beating, Leb Val. 
McDaniel blanked by Bridgewater.

Ursinus won and shutout Susquehanna - solid.
Dickinson the same versus Juniata.

Could be a rough year based on some of these starts.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 02, 2006, 06:18:27 PM
Turnovers, turnovers, turnovers.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 02, 2006, 07:32:21 PM
Does anyone know if McDaniel looked as bad as the score would indicate? Was the defense just done in by the big plays, or could they just get no help from the offense?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Olinemom on September 03, 2006, 12:21:08 AM
Quote from: terror5005 on September 02, 2006, 07:32:21 PM
Does anyone know if McDaniel looked as bad as the score would indicate? Was the defense just done in by the big plays, or could they just get no help from the offense?
They did not look good on either side of the ball.  They did not get in the red zone all day.  They seemed to be playing tentatively all day.  7 players went down.  Baer had some limited success running the ball, but it didn't last.  Their O-Liners didn't give him enough time to set up to throw very often.  There were several sacks for losses.  The defense didn't play very well either.  The people around me were more than a little surprised that McDaniel didn't show better today.  The weather was the same for both teams (and the fans as well--I know I felt like a drowned rat most of the afternoon!!)  Just my 2 brownies worth.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 03, 2006, 05:29:06 PM
I must say I'm a little disappointed by the score. I know the team is very young and inexperienced this year, but the score definitely tells me there was a lack of effort on everyone's part. Can't imagine giving up 41 points is sitting very well with the defensive coaches. The whole not being shut out streak ending is a real shame as well, because I would have to assume that was one of the longest streaks in the nation, even though they have been real close a couple of times. Maybe if anyone gets bored they can look into that.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on September 03, 2006, 09:33:25 PM
A starting point... 193 games.

Can't find where that ranks in NCAA record book - doesn't appear to have been tracked. Eyes burnt out on the pdf, so I may have missed it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 04, 2006, 02:42:28 AM
Either way...I think its a very commendable statistic, a lot of people can look back on that and say they were apart of it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: osograd_01 on September 07, 2006, 12:30:44 PM
All,

Does anyone else remember when people used to talk about the CC?  I know that in recent years the conference has made an effort to stress our academic and liberal arts heritage instead of nationally competitive football...but this is just boring.

Any predictions or insight for this week?  I was surprised to see my bears get the player of the week nod on both sides of the ball in a game that ended 6-0...any chance they can head into conference play at 2-1 or 3-0?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on September 07, 2006, 07:31:14 PM
Granted...Ursinus won, and the weather was bad.  Look at the box score and tell me if you think UC can continue along with that same approach that got them a win?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: radiomike on September 07, 2006, 11:36:31 PM
Hobart vs Dickinson Football will be on WEOS, 89.7FM/90.3FM Geneva, and 88.1FM Ithaca, and on the web at www.weos.org. Live Stats and audio at http://campus.hws.edu/athletics/hobart/football/live/xlive.htm
Ted Baker will call the game, with Mike Black or Greg Tull with the analysis. Kickoff at 1PM, on the air 12:45PM this Saturday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 08, 2006, 03:06:20 AM
Quote from: osograd_01 on September 07, 2006, 12:30:44 PM
All,

Does anyone else remember when people used to talk about the CC?  I know that in recent years the conference has made an effort to stress our academic and liberal arts heritage instead of nationally competitive football...but this is just boring.

Any predictions or insight for this week?  I was surprised to see my bears get the player of the week nod on both sides of the ball in a game that ended 6-0...any chance they can head into conference play at 2-1 or 3-0?



I don't want to say that the quality of talent in the CC has gone down hill in the past 5 years or so, but its been a long time since this conference has been looked on strongly through an entire year from a national point of view. 2004 I think was the banner year for that. A 5 team tie for the conference championship (only because of a controversial ending to the McDaniel-Hopkins game, but I won't get into that) certainly doesn't help a conferece's image from the outside looking in. Then the two top defenses, Muhlenberg and McDaniel, who both had top 10 rankings defensively in multiple categories get absolutely picked apart in their respective postseason games by top ranking offenses. I don't know, but to me it just seems that the CC schools' stressing of academics, and this view that the conference likes to have of itself as a mini-ivy league from an administrative stand point doesn't really help athletics, and more specifically football. It dilutes the talent pool within the conference, so while the teams stack up well against each other, when facing other top teams, i.e. in the playoffs or ECAC games, the conference representative doesn't meet expectations. But this is just one man's opinion, I'm just trying to stir the pot a little...Anyone else have any thoughts on this?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: illinihscoach05 on September 08, 2006, 11:16:45 AM
Now wait a minute here-the Centennial looks upon itself as a SMALL IVY type of league.  Give me a break!  The TRUE SMALL IVY Conferences are NESCAC and the UAA.  I mean, just check out some of the league schools (Centennial's) rosters - I will not name schools but SEVERAL of the CC colleges have student-athletes who couldn't even get wait listed at NESCAC or UAA colleges! I have been told by SEVERAL people who are in the know about the CC and they tell me that about four of the member colleges can admit student-athletes with SAT's of 700-800!  According to the same source, two of those colleges also have admitted some with SAT's of UNDER 700!  C'mon!  You can't even get a feeler from NESCAC or UAA without a 1250 to 1300 SAT and a solid class rank/GPA.  I worked in both NESCAC & UAA - the CC has some schools (JHU, Dickinson, Swarthmore & Haverford (no football), and maybe one other) that have high standards for admission but lets face it-the CC is NO SMALL IVY LEAGUE. Dispute it as much as you want to - call me down for it but the truth is they better rethink this self engrandizing image because it flat out IS NOT TRUE!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: osograd_01 on September 08, 2006, 12:10:10 PM
illinihscoach,

I think you completely missed the point of the discussion I was trying to start...instead of exposing how weak the CC schools are, maybe you could tell us how conferences like the NESCAC and the UAA foster a competitive spirit and high level of interest in their programs while maintaining such high admission standards and a focus on academics. 

If a conference or school makes a conscious decision to focus on these things, does the level of play necessarily have to fall, and if so, does that mean that fan interest will automatically wane?

Anyway...I'd like to see what UC can do on a nice day.  Is the conference race really as wide open as it appears heading into week 2?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on September 08, 2006, 01:50:36 PM
All 11 NESCAC schools are listed between the top 100s, all eight UAA schools are listed and nine of the 11 CC schools are listed ... so tell me why the Centennial can't be considered one of the "Ivy League" conferences?

Top Libereal Arts Colleges*
1 - Williams (NESCAC)
2 - Amherst (NESCAC)
3 - Swarthmore (CC)
5 - Middlebury (NESCAC)
7 - Bowdoin (NESCAC)
9 - Haverford (CC)
10 - Wesleyan (NESCAC)
17 - Hamilton (NESCAC)
20 - Bryn Mawr (CC)
20 - Colby (NESCAC)
23 - Bates (NESCAC)
30 - Trinity (NESCAC)
39 - Connectict College (NESCAC)
41 - Dickinson (CC)
41 - Franklin & Marshall (CC)
45 - Gettysburg (CC)
69 - Ursinus (CC)
74 - Muhlenberg (CC)


Top National Universities*
9 - Chicago (UAA)
12 - Washington U. (UAA)
16 - Johns Hopkins (CC)
18 - Emory (UAA)
21 - Carnegie Mellon (UAA)
27 - Tufts (NESCAC)
31 - Brandeis (UAA)
34 - New York (UAA)
34 - Rochester (UAA)
38 - Case Western Reserve (UAA)

*Rated by the US News & World Report for 2007
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 08, 2006, 02:38:53 PM
osograd,

It really would seem to be wide open, It was no surprise that Hopkins was picked first in the pre-season, because of who they have coming back on defense, mostly on their D-Line, but to see McDaniel picked second was an absolute shock to me. Especially since Maybank wasn't coming back, and that they graduated heavy numbers on both sides of the ball, although I think its mostly being felt on the O-Line, and in the backfield. Muhlenberg came in at number 3 even though they haven't had a semblance of an offensive threat since Bernardo graduated. I mean the defense can only win so many games for them. Franklin & Marshall I think choked a bit at the beginning of their conference schedule but they finished strong last year, and are going to be hungry this year, but new coaches are always a wild card. Dickinson I personally think is going to win the conference this year, mostly because they play a close to the vest style, and that defense is very good. Gettysburg is inconsistent at times, but their RB is the real deal, he runs hard and doesn't go down easy. And then there is Ursinus, who has a big hole at QB because of graduation, but the kid they brought in last year and saw some time here and there is a tough kid, he just needs to adjust to college football speed, and he could be something special in another year or two.

So looking at that...I don't know, there are big positives and negatives for everyone, and they are the types of things that can be sorted out during the non-conference part of schedules, so it'll be interesting to see how far some of these teams develop between week 1 and week 5. SO usually when something like that determines a conference race, its going to be more a matter of coaching than the talent that teams have, which leaves this race even more wide open.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on September 09, 2006, 03:32:29 PM
Seton Hill was leading McDaniel 17-7 with 4 minutes to go in the game...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 09, 2006, 06:03:37 PM
I'd like to tip my cap to the Devils.  They pretty much beat Hobart in every facet of the game today except on the scoreboard. 

As usual, the difference in this close contest was turnovers. 

Good luck this season - see you in Carlisle next year!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on September 09, 2006, 11:27:02 PM
Dickinson seemed solid today and the QB, Matt Torchia, really seems to have it together, throwing more attempts than historically normal for Dickinson. 

Congrats to Gburg for the big win over H-SC.

McDaniel...rough.

Congrats John Troxell for a HUGE WIN over W&L, who many thought can contend for the ODAC title.

Congrats Muhlenberg starts 2-0 with a very very very very young, inexperienced team that lost a bunch from last year. 

Ursinus 2-0 for first time in a while...go Bears. 

CC goes 6-1 today with the JHU late win over R-MC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on September 10, 2006, 09:21:12 AM
Congrats to JHU kicker Ben Scott for tying the CC record and breaking the JHU record with a 52 yard field goal in yesterday's win vs. RMC.

9 turnovers in 2 games for the Blue Jays (including 7 fumbles).  Not good.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC#1fan on September 12, 2006, 12:19:18 PM
Can anyone offer any insight as to why McDaniel's football team has been on the steady decline in the past few years?  I know they were on top of the conference for 5 years (taking note the shared CC championships) and all teams cant be expected to win every single year, but isnt their performance in the past couple of seasons horrid at best?  Off to an 0-2 start doesnt look promising either with a 41-0 debauchery and a 17-7 loss to a second year program that was 0-2 prior to their meeting.  Is recruiting that tough for McDaniel.  You'd figure a team that had year-in-year-out success in the past would have the allure to bring in top D3 prospects.  Like I said, I can see them not winning EVERY year, but they should at least put out a respectable record.  McDaniel is said to have good coaching, right? It just doesnt seem clear to me how their success could drop so drastically. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SU Backer on September 12, 2006, 12:50:06 PM
Regarding McDaniel's recent "decline" as you see it I can only speak of my son's experience with recruiting there. Great facility, good coaching and a personable staff and likable kids. My son was leaning to McD but the tuition is more than double than that of Salisbury, where he is now a junior. Coach Keating did all he could with aid, but it still was significantly more $$. I do know that what they do is all very much in line with all NCAA regs and he should be commended for that. I hope the fans and alum realize that tuition is always a factor in a D3 athletes' decision on school. Hang in there, I saw some young talent at our scrimmage with them.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 12, 2006, 02:11:20 PM
The McDaniel situation is very interesting.  When I played in the CC, McDaniel was hands down the best team.  Athletes all over the place!!  They are a very different team.  I do not know if the administration has tighten the clamps on who is accepted and who isnt but they are definetly not getting the same type of football player they had gotten in the past.

You raise a very interesting point with tuition.  How much is Salisbury? I just checked the McDaniel website and their tuition is roughly $36,000.00.  I personally did not realize it was that high! However, it looks like they have a pretty solid program for financial aid and academic scholarships  Imagine how the coaches at Hopkins, Dickinson and F&M feel now.  Their respective tuitions are well over 43K and their academic scholarship qualifing numbers are also a lot higher then that of McDaniel. 

Any McDaniel supporter have any imput?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on September 12, 2006, 03:10:08 PM
Quote from: Amish Allstar on September 12, 2006, 02:11:20 PM
[...]

Any McDaniel supporter have any imput?

Are there any McDaniel supporters?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SU Backer on September 12, 2006, 04:35:24 PM
Salisbury is about $13k with room and board included for an in state student.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 12, 2006, 10:58:12 PM
Matt:

A few season there used to be A LOT of McDaniel fans posting on here.  They have gotten awful quiet.  Any predictions for this weekend?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 13, 2006, 01:41:20 AM
As a newbie poster, and an obvious McDaniel supporter, I'll throw in my two cents.

When I started going to McDaniel tuition was around $26,000 for out of state students. Its grown $10,000 in about five years. What best I can see the increases being spent on is renovation of old buildings, and putting up new buildings. A brand new academic hall was just built, the freshman dorm has been totally renovated, and the Athletic Center is getting an addition put on it.

Right now as far as I can see, its a program that is in transition, because of whats being handed down from above. They had 20 some seniors graduate last year, out of a class of 60 that came in. Now some of those kids transferred, and some just stopped playing for whatever reasons. And the same type of thing happened each year after that for three years. When I was a student there, recruits would say they loved the school, but either didn't get accepted, or couldn't afford it even with the package being offered, and as mentioned, a lot of kids were lost to a cheaper state school, Salisbury. Very few kids turned down McDaniel for an in-conference school, that I know of.

As far as this year goes, as I have posted before, they got hit hard with graduation. They lost their top 4 DL, 4 of their top 6 OL, 3 of their top 4 WR, their top 3 HB and a starting FB, an All-AMerican LB, as well as the starting OLBs, and then half of their secondary from last year. That is A LOT for any program. Especially one who wasnt getting recruits coming in because of tuition costs and academic standards. So simply this is a reloading year for the Terror. Obviously you go into the season with hopes of a Conference Championship, but realistic goals for them (assuming they don't flip a switch and dominate the conference)have to be:

-Win as many games as possible.
-Have a positive experience for the SRs, who are first time starters, and stuck it out behind the huge class in front of them for their one shot at starting this year.
-Get the young guys into games and have them learn while gaining playing experience.

Its just going to be a tough season at times, but hopefully the coaching staff can get the most out of this team especially come conference play. There's just a lot of soph. and fresh. playing to have a whole lot of confidence when looking from the outside in.

Sorry for the length...but just wanted to throw that all out there
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muchacho on September 13, 2006, 08:00:33 AM
What may be occurring with McDaniel can be traced back to the whole name change of the school. Administration wanted McDaniel College instead of Western Maryland, because they were concerned with the school's image. They didn't want a school associated with a traditionally rural and poor region such as Western Maryland, and went for a name that sounds a little more snooty. Now with these apparent tuition increases, it looks like they are trying to attract a different type of student than they might have in the past. I remember seeing their roster, and it would be dominated by public school kids from Maryland and PA, many from working class areas. If Coach Keating(GREAT COACH) is still recruiting the same public schools that he did before, but the administration is trying to create a school more similar to some of the other Centennial programs, than that could be part of the problem. Raising the tuition means that you are going to have to stop recruiting some kids that you might have otherwise gone after strongly. Its a shame that a program wouldn't be interested in a kid because of his family's financial situation, but it is a reality.
Its obvious that the administration has changed the direction of the college since Keating first started having success, and McDaniel's recent slide might be a result of  having a coach and an administration that aren't on the same page.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 13, 2006, 12:46:22 PM
Muchacho,


I couldn't agree with you more. However, the main reason they have given for the name change was because "Western Maryland" sounded like a state school out towards West Virginia, when it's a private school thats a half hour from Baltimore, and they felt "McDaniel" best exemplified that. Anyway, there has definitely been an attitude change since the name changed, but its only really been seen by the students who were part of the transition. With two long-time Deans and a Provost having retired in the past 4 years, there's definitely a new way of thinking in the McDaniel administration.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC#1fan on September 14, 2006, 04:39:17 AM
      I can understand the name change to McDaniel solely based on location.  Western Maryland did make it seem like the school was near fFrostburg.  As for the new admins at McDaniel it doesnt seem like they are very active in the success of athletic.  We can all agree that most D3 football players wont play after college and sports shouldnt be the main priority.  However, a successful athletic team, especially football, increases the appeal to perpective students (something McDaniels new administration neglects to confirm). 
      Muchacho, in regards to Keating being a "GREAT COACH" I'd check your sources; some people are just blessed with good coaching staffs who receive little to no credit.
      terror5005, were you a former player?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muchacho on September 14, 2006, 10:54:36 AM
Wouldn't Keating be responsible for hiring and managing his coaching staff? If the staff is successful, that is a reflection on the Head Coach. And if his assistants are great coaches, why would they work for him if they didn't think they had a good leader?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 14, 2006, 12:57:38 PM
CC#1fan,

Graduated in the spring after four years of service to the Terror.


Muchacho,

Keating has his moments as a coach, he is an offensive-minded coach, whose system is based around a qb that is athletic with a good enough arm to keep defenses honest. He prefers to throw the ball, sometimes to a flaw, and sometimes his playcalling tends to be too cute for a situation. Such as the ever popular 3rd and 15 HB draw. While a lot of the wins on his resume can be credited to Al Thomas and Brad Fordyce's defenses as much or more so then his offense, he is a heck of a coach and a recruiter.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 16, 2006, 03:37:49 PM
Just finished listening to McDaniel/Catholic game. The Terror with a huge come from behind win today 14-13. Two kicking miscues by Catholic a missed PAT and a missed 33 yd. FG with :08 left led to the win. Good win for the young McDaniel team, defense held tough, and the offense did just enough. Good momentum heading into the BYE week and then the conference schedule.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 20, 2006, 01:22:13 AM
Any one have any thoughts on this weeks games??? Because this board is dead for it being the fourth week of the season!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 22, 2006, 05:07:03 PM
Terror:

Here are some predictions

Denison vs. Gettysburg: Gettysburgs seems to bring two different teams week in and week out. Very inconsistant play. But i will go with the CC on this one has I do not know anything about Denison. Gburg 31 Dension 20

Johns Hopkins vs St. Lawrence: Very different year for Hopkins. They have also controlled the ball well and did not turn it over in years past. This is something that they have yet to be able to do this year. I am sure they got that fixed during the bye week and again ill go with the CC in this. Hopkins 19 St.Lawrence-3

F&M vs Carnegie Mellon:  Long trip for the Dips after a loss last week to Kean.  Carnegie has played noone this year and i think the teams that have beaten are a combined 0-7, so the jury is out to see just how good they are.  F&M needs to stop the vaunted wing-t to win.  Ill go with them as they will rebound from last week. 21-20 Dips

What is everyone elses thoughts? This a very quiet board and it is pretty bad
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on September 24, 2006, 10:15:35 PM
With over half the teams on BYEs it was still a rough week for the CC.
Whats going on with Hopkins D? Is it injuries or is that defense still waiting for a playmaker to emerge?  Atleast Gettysburg was able to salvage a W for the conference this week.

AMISH, what happened against C-M? Were you at the game?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on September 26, 2006, 04:40:27 PM
I was not there but from reading the article from the Pittsburgh paper and looking at the box score it looks as though BIG plays killed the Dips.

It is a new week and this is what we spent the first four waiting for: CC play begins. Should be another exciting year with many even matchups and surprising victories and defeats.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Steel Hop on September 27, 2006, 05:36:06 PM
Quote from: terror5005 on September 24, 2006, 10:15:35 PM
With over half the teams on BYEs it was still a rough week for the CC.
Whats going on with Hopkins D? Is it injuries or is that defense still waiting for a playmaker to emerge?  Atleast Gettysburg was able to salvage a W for the conference this week.

AMISH, what happened against C-M? Were you at the game?

I haven't been to any games, yet this year but I think it has been a combination of things.  The offense has turned the ball over like 9-10 times in three games and placed the defense in a bad position.  Further, the defense doesn't seem to be able to generate the big play this year.  Lastly, it looks like a down year for Hopkins after 5-6 yrs that have been the best in its history.  Saying that the way the CC is it is still anybodies crown for the taking.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: FearTheRam on October 01, 2006, 09:25:03 AM
How about dem bears?! Notched another win yesterday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 01, 2006, 10:49:52 AM
No surprises yesterday in the CC. Although I am not sold on the Bears.  A nice win no doubt but McDaniel has sunk real fast.  Pains me to say it but Dickinson looks like the team to beat this year.  F&M put up some nice numbers against one of the better defenses in the CC and double the rushing that muhlenberg usually gives up.

Fearthe ram: who does Ursinus have next week?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bearsfan1 on October 01, 2006, 11:03:50 AM
Bears are traveling to Ohio to play Case Western this coming weekend.  I wouldn't say that UC is for real yet either but they completely dominated that game yesterday.  Over 400 yards of offense to McDaniel's 180+. Crazy for a UC team.  Their defense is playing extremely well. Still have yet to surrender a td at home this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on October 01, 2006, 03:25:13 PM
I think Ursinus' offense has the talent to be extremely good this year, and it looks like the defense is much improved, but if I were them I wouldn't be hanging my hat on shutting down the Terror offense right now. Looks like that Ursinus-Dickinson game in November could be real interesting, assuming Gettysburg isn't involved. Might be taking the place of the Hopkins-McDaniel game at the end of the year that always seemed to determine the CC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 01, 2006, 04:08:58 PM
Terror:

What is wrong with the Offense? Is it scheme or what? Players making mistakes or not making plays? Is was not to long ago that they were averaging over 400 yards a game!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on October 02, 2006, 12:41:12 AM
I can't tell you for sure, I've moved out of the area and haven't had a chance to see any games. That will change this weekend, but they don't have a lot of talent on that OL, and Baer is trying to make chicken salad out of chicken...well, I'm sure you know how it goes. But when your top returning RB had one carry for two yards, the running game is going to suffer even with Baer's athleticism. I think the other problem is that for the past few years Keating has tried to have a passing offense, when his OL was big enough to pound people in the rushing game. And now that its a young team, and you want to play a close to the vest style built around a running game and a tough D, they just don't have the necessary tools.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC#1fan on October 02, 2006, 09:48:48 PM
         Another tough loss for McDaniel.  Not taking anything away from the bears, but come on, another shut-out?  To play hard and not win is one thing, but to continuely get beat up by other teams is all about attitude.
         A leader and model for attitude for any team, even more-so than the QB, is the head coach.  His demeanor sets the tone for the team.  I feel sorry for McDaniel players that have to see their head coach crying and clutching his players in aid to hold him up in fear of fainting from the stress of a tough play or a bad call.  Players want a coach to look up to, someone they respect.  I'm not insuing that a coach must be some full tilt hard knocks person, but repsect is something earned by actions and I'm not sure that's merrited by whimpering like your 9 week old poodle just got run over by grandad's lawnmower when things dont go your way. 
       When Western Maryland/Mcdaniel was on a winning streak for a few seasons they did seem to have some stacked players.  Huge running backs, great QB's, defense as intense as any in D3 and a gargantuan o-line.  Is it hard to win with those players?  Now that they dont have the size speed and strength of the past, coaching is the what it comes down to.  And if your questioning coaching, might as well start with the top right?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on October 04, 2006, 03:48:39 PM
Whelp....how about some picks?



Low scoring contest between two grind it out, smack you in the mouth teams. But the Devils end the losing streak against the Mules. Dickinson 17-10



The Dips Homecoming game, against a team they haven't beaten in awhile. Sounds like motivation to me! If the Jays' defense doesn't start making the big plays they've made their trademark, it could be a long day for them. F&M 24-7



The Terror couldn't stop Sturges last year with a much more talented D than this year's squad, but it is Homecoming on the Hill. Gettysburg hasn't won in Westminster in awhile, and that pourous Bullet defense might be just what Baer needs to get going for the season. So I'll plead homer here and take the Terror in a game that might be similar to their CUA game with late 4th quarter heroics. 20-17 McDaniel



Don't know much about Case Western other than apparently they like to throw the ball...A LOT! I'll go with Ursinus' more balanced attack to lead them to 5-0. Bears win 28-10
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ADL70 on October 04, 2006, 06:47:49 PM
Terror-CWRU hasn't given up more than 23 pts in any game and Ursinus has been held to 6 twice.  Ursinus doesn't get 28.

It should be a close game.  My (biased) predicition CWRU 21-17.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 05, 2006, 10:07:29 AM
Here are some more:

Ursinus vs. CWRU:  I think this game is a big test for Ursinus.  Case comes into the game averaging 350 yrds/game and Ursinus is only giving up 190 yrds/game. Somethings gotta give in this one and I do not think the Ursinus offense can score enough points to get the win this week.  CWRU 21- Ursinus 6

McDaniel vs. Gburg: Sturges continues to pile up yardage. I also think Baer will have a good game especially running the ball. Gburg 27 Terror 17

Dickinson vs. Muhlenberg:  To me this is an intriguing matchup.  Muhlenberg in the past has always had the Devils number. The Mules have won 7 straight dating back to 1998.  However, I think Dickinson will win this in a close one.  Dicks 14 Mules 10.

JHU vs F&M: The Dips will reverse the fortunes of the past 9 years and get a W here in front of the homecoming crowd.  Turnovers have killed the Jays but I also do not think that they have the athlete at QB this year that they have had in the past with Merrill and Dilonno (spelling). The D is always tough and I do not think that will be any different this year. F&M makes more plays in this one. Dips-24 Jays 13.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bearsfan1 on October 05, 2006, 04:36:58 PM
I haven't decided on whether UC will win this weekend but I have to believe the defense will keep the game close.  I dont see any team putting up more than 20 pts against them this season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ADL70 on October 05, 2006, 06:21:47 PM
Is it pronounced er-SIGN-us?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bearsfan1 on October 05, 2006, 06:40:21 PM
yep. correct pronunciation
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ADL70 on October 05, 2006, 06:53:35 PM
Thanx

Here's to a good, close, clean, injury-free game.  I think it could go either way.  Home field may be the decider.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: osograd_01 on October 07, 2006, 02:12:43 PM
UC just took the lead 16-7 on a defensive fumble recovery in the endzone
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ADL70 on October 07, 2006, 02:37:55 PM
That's the final.  Turnovers gave the Bears 10 pts, the margin of victory.

Impressive D.  Save for one drive, the CWRU O was off balance the whole game.

Good luck the rest of your season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: osograd_01 on October 07, 2006, 02:50:31 PM
UC fights back form a 7-0 deficit at halftime.  Congratulations bears! Still not knowing much about CWRU it is tough to say alot about the victory.  The Bears defense is legit, one of the best actually, but the CC is still up for grabs.

Nice to see the Centennial on the front page of D3Football.com, even if it is just to question how legit UC's 4-0 (now 5-0) is.  Still not convinced that they will get any votes in the poll this week, though.

Thank you cwru70, and best of luck to the Spartans.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearTracker on October 07, 2006, 04:26:48 PM
Way to go Bears! I know they have the toughest part of the schedule to go but hopefully the momentum is with them all the way. The defense has carried  this team to 5-0 so far - now the offense needs to get on the page and make a lot more points happen. They have the talent - it remains to be seen if they have the drive to take make it happen. I'm betting they do!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: dipthreat on October 08, 2006, 07:30:44 PM
anyone know what happened to triplin this past week?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Amish Allstar on October 09, 2006, 09:22:06 AM
Dipthreat:

I think i had heard it was something with his finger.  Either way it must have been serious because he did not play the second half.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on October 14, 2006, 02:01:42 PM
Dickinson up 10-0 on the Terror in the first half.
Title: FINAL: Dickinson 24, McDaniel 17
Post by: commish on October 14, 2006, 03:57:26 PM
Matt Torchia ran for one touchdown and threw for another to lead Dickinson to a 24-17 victory at McDaniel.  It is the first win for the Red Devils (5-1, 3-0 CC) at Westminster since 1994.

Torchia completed 16 of 24 passes for 157 yards, including a 21-yard TD pass to Michael D'Amico, while also running for a 6-yard score which broke a 10-all tie in the third period.  D'Amico ran for 107 yards on 21 carries, while Chris McInerney caught five passes for 89 yards, including a 27-yard TD pass from Ian Mitchell.

Brad Baer completed 13 of 31 passes for 129 yards and two scores to Matt Gingrich, covering 14 and nine yards, for the Green Terror (2-3, 1-2 CC).
Title: FINAL: Muhlenberg 22, Ursinus 6
Post by: commish on October 14, 2006, 04:04:43 PM
Muhlenberg knocked Ursinus from the unbeaten ranks with a 22-6 win over the Bears at Scotty Wood Stadium.  The Mules capitalized on five UC turnovers, converting them into 12 points.

Muhlenberg jumped out to a 16-0 lead after the first 15 minutes.  Eric Santagato opened the scoring just 1:22 into the contest on a 1-yard TD run following an interception by Tom Tarsitano.  The Mules made it 13-0 after a nine-play, 65-yard drive, capped by a three-yard run by Matt Johnson.  Jordon Grube booted a  30-yard field goal to make it 16-0.

Ursinus got on the board midway through the second period on a 71-yard scoring jaunt by David Ashworth to make it 16-6.  The Mules got the final points just three minutes later when Joel Haddock blocked a punt and recovered it in the end zone for the final margin of victory.

Johnson carried 25 times for 100 yards for the Mules, while Santagato completed 14 of 24 passes for 149 yards.  Ursinus, who had only surrendered 19 points in the previous five games, got 210 passing yards from QB Ted Wallingford on 15 completions on 44 attempts.
Title: FINAL: Union 28, Franklin & Marshall 21
Post by: commish on October 14, 2006, 04:07:41 PM
details to come.  F&M falls to 2-3, 1-1 CC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: XTerror22 on October 14, 2006, 04:45:44 PM
Terror?  More than 100 yds total Offense?  Is Boo back? ???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2006, 09:09:33 PM
Sermarini
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Wizardman on October 14, 2006, 09:23:58 PM
Ursinus lost to Muhlenberg? Would've guessed it would've been an easy win for them. Well, that shows you how good this conference is from top to bottom. No one has fewer than 2 wins, and enyone's capable to putting up a fight.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on October 14, 2006, 09:54:12 PM
Quote from: XTerror22 on October 14, 2006, 04:45:44 PM
Terror?  More than 100 yds total Offense?  Is Boo back? ???
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2006, 09:09:33 PM
Sermarini


hahaha
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: XTerror22 on October 15, 2006, 11:45:35 AM
Quote from: terror5005 on October 14, 2006, 09:54:12 PM
Quote from: XTerror22 on October 14, 2006, 04:45:44 PM
Terror?  More than 100 yds total Offense?  Is Boo back? ???
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2006, 09:09:33 PM
Sermarini


hahaha

hahahahahahhahhahahahhahahahahahahaha that is pretty funny
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on October 15, 2006, 12:51:59 PM
Quote from: XTerror22 on October 15, 2006, 11:45:35 AM
Quote from: terror5005 on October 14, 2006, 09:54:12 PM
Quote from: XTerror22 on October 14, 2006, 04:45:44 PM
Terror?  More than 100 yds total Offense?  Is Boo back? ???
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2006, 09:09:33 PM
Sermarini


hahaha

hahahahahahhahhahahahhahahahahahahaha that is pretty funny



hahaha that is reallly funny
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 15, 2006, 05:12:31 PM
Quote from: Wizardman on October 14, 2006, 09:23:58 PM
Ursinus lost to Muhlenberg? Would've guessed it would've been an easy win for them. Well, that shows you how good this conference is from top to bottom. No one has fewer than 2 wins, and enyone's capable to putting up a fight.

Where in Ursinus's history this season have we seen an easy win come from?  Albright?  Muhlenberg beat TCNJ and TCNJ gave Rowan a close game.  The Mules are a surprise to be playing as well as they have with such youth.

More on Ursinus's loss - and the accusations of bias from the UC fans, to me - in this week's Around the Region column.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: XTerror22 on October 16, 2006, 01:29:20 AM
I don't think McDaniel should be worried about losing another conference game....WHAT they should be worried about is the NCAA making them change their nickname...in lieu of recent events (i think u know) Terror is not exactly the most PC name for a D3 football team.... Look what happened to McMurry...

The McDaniel......football team...ready to kick off------only time will tell :o
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: XTerror22 on October 16, 2006, 01:34:37 AM
another thing....Ursinus is solid this year...whenever a team is solid in the Centennial Conference (the Ivy League of D3 to some folks) Muhlenberg has their number (so to speak)  Look at Hopkins...past few years the smart bastards rolled through the conference til they played muhlenberg... then the terror would roll to allentown, smack the snot out of a decent mules team and then **** the bed against hopkins........thats how the centennial conference goes...thank GOD theres some new life this year
Title: re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CCFB82 on October 16, 2006, 06:58:33 PM
i kno im new here but ive been keepin an eye on the CC for the past 2 years and i was wonderin if anyone has ever heard of senior WRs C. Turner and Matt Gingrich for McDaniel. as ive looked at McDaniel's stats, otha than Baer, they seem to be the only offensive production. where did they come from and why weren't they part of the offense the last three years ??? even more so, why aren't they part of the offense more now?
Title: Re: re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 16, 2006, 10:06:14 PM
Quote from: CCFB82 on October 16, 2006, 06:58:33 PM
i kno im new here but ive been keepin an eye on the CC for the past 2 years and i was wonderin if anyone has ever heard of senior WRs C. Turner and Matt Gingrich for McDaniel. as ive looked at McDaniel's stats, otha than Baer, they seem to be the only offensive production. where did they come from and why weren't they part of the offense the last three years ??? even more so, why aren't they part of the offense more now?

Classic pattern post of someone who has inside knowledge or emotional ties to the situation.
Title: Re: re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CCFB82 on October 16, 2006, 10:13:20 PM
Quote from: patcummings on October 16, 2006, 10:06:14 PM
Quote from: CCFB82 on October 16, 2006, 06:58:33 PM
i kno im new here but ive been keepin an eye on the CC for the past 2 years and i was wonderin if anyone has ever heard of senior WRs C. Turner and Matt Gingrich for McDaniel. as ive looked at McDaniel's stats, otha than Baer, they seem to be the only offensive production. where did they come from and why weren't they part of the offense the last three years ??? even more so, why aren't they part of the offense more now?

Classic pattern post of someone who has inside knowledge or emotional ties to the situation.

ive read all these posts about how great of a coach tim keating is, but maybe he's not as great as everyone assumes. mcdaniel is on a slump and has been for quite some time now. whats the deal? use the players you got. he's a passing coach, but doesn't go down field. any ideas?
Title: Re: re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on October 16, 2006, 11:11:49 PM
Quote from: CCFB82 on October 16, 2006, 10:13:20 PM
Quote from: patcummings on October 16, 2006, 10:06:14 PM
Quote from: CCFB82 on October 16, 2006, 06:58:33 PM
i kno im new here but ive been keepin an eye on the CC for the past 2 years and i was wonderin if anyone has ever heard of senior WRs C. Turner and Matt Gingrich for McDaniel. as ive looked at McDaniel's stats, otha than Baer, they seem to be the only offensive production. where did they come from and why weren't they part of the offense the last three years ??? even more so, why aren't they part of the offense more now?

Classic pattern post of someone who has inside knowledge or emotional ties to the situation.

ive read all these posts about how great of a coach tim keating is, but maybe he's not as great as everyone assumes. mcdaniel is on a slump and has been for quite some time now. whats the deal? use the players you got. he's a passing coach, but doesn't go down field. any ideas?

Yes, as patcummings stated, you're probably a current McDaniel player or parent.  A little obvious.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CCFB82 on October 16, 2006, 11:26:40 PM
nah not current but previous. i used to play at mcdaniel but i transferred to towson. i have friends at mcdaniel and i kno the system. it's just interestin to me that people say that keating is a great recruitin coach, in which case he is, but in my opinion, he needs to open his mind to new things. they do have OL problems, but there's no reason they don't use the weapons they have. that could be one of many problems goin on with the problem...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Saxon73 on October 16, 2006, 11:42:51 PM
Hey Guys in the CC,

This is Saxon 73 a grad of Alfred University, from the Empire 8 Conf in the East Region,

I am an Alfred University grad 1973 and am considering retirement in South Central PA.  Have lived in State College in my younger days. 

Looking around I like your geographic area and see quality colleges in your area.  Love DIV 3 football.

Can you give me a quick update on the rivalries and strong points of your various schools?

Saxon 73
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on October 17, 2006, 09:55:20 AM
The best rivalries in the Centennial Conference are:
1. Dickinson vs. Franklin & Marshall (Conestoga Wagon Trophy game)
2. Johns Hopkins vs. McDaniel (usually has championship implications)
3. Muhlenberg vs. Johns Hopkins (has become a great rivalry)
4. Gettysburg vs. Dickinson (Little Brown Bucket game)
5. coming in 2007 ... Muhlenberg vs. Moravian (Lehigh Valley backyard brawl)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on October 17, 2006, 01:32:54 PM
Quote from: Saxon73 on October 16, 2006, 11:42:51 PM
Hey Guys in the CC,

This is Saxon 73 a grad of Alfred University, from the Empire 8 Conf in the East Region,

I am an Alfred University grad 1973 and am considering retirement in South Central PA.  Have lived in State College in my younger days. 

Looking around I like your geographic area and see quality colleges in your area.  Love DIV 3 football.

Can you give me a quick update on the rivalries and strong points of your various schools?

Saxon 73

Saxon

Coming to SCPA?  I went to Dickinson and spent four wonderful years in Carlisle.  The town is quaint, lots of activites at the college - far enough from the craziness, but close enough if you wanted to go somewhere (Philly, Baltimore, NYC, DC).  Harrisburg is just 30 mins away and has a functional airport with service to all the major hubs.  Very solid town...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on October 17, 2006, 03:25:42 PM
Quote from: patcummings on October 17, 2006, 01:32:54 PM
Saxon

Coming to SCPA?  I went to Dickinson and spent four wonderful years in Carlisle.  The town is quaint, lots of activites at the college - far enough from the craziness, but close enough if you wanted to go somewhere (Philly, Baltimore, NYC, DC).  Harrisburg is just 30 mins away and has a functional airport with service to all the major hubs.  Very solid town...

Geez, you Dickinson homer you :D (RE: ATR (http://www.d3football.com/aroundtheregion/midatlantic/2006/Eagles+tossed+from+ODAC+perch)).  Kidding, of course - excellent ATR (again).

I think the Clark quote regarding Highfill was misinterpreted, though.  Pretty much any team (any level) relies on their QB to take them as far as they can go.  Most important position on the field.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on October 21, 2006, 04:09:09 PM
Congrats to McDaniel on their come from behind victory today!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on October 21, 2006, 09:45:28 PM
Yeah, it was definitely a good win for McDaniel today. It's a type of game that a young team can look back on as they gear up for the final stretch run of conference games. All three of their wins this year have been ones where they can build on, and never count themselves out. I'm sure the defense was absolutely flying around as they held RMC to -2 total yards after half time. Definitely an improvement on last year's embarassment at RMC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on October 28, 2006, 03:46:11 PM
Any score updates? (cue the echo)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on October 28, 2006, 04:08:11 PM
McDaniel lost to F&M....something like 31-7
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on October 28, 2006, 08:33:35 PM
That Dip passing attack has just given them absolute fits recently...

Congrats to Dickinson, passing another big test to their legitamacy.
Ursinus also picking up a big win over Hopkins (but then again I'm happy anytime they lose)
Anyone go to the batle of the 'b(e/u)rgs? What happened to Gettysburg? Beat a good Ursinus team one week and then get absolutely trashed against Muhlenberg...

Parity once again reigning supreme in the Centenniel...well from 2nd place down.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on November 04, 2006, 05:19:50 PM
Anybody have ANYTHING to say about the last week or so?

Well, personally I think big props need to go out to Ursinus for their convincing win this week. Hopkins looks like they had a nice solid win over Hamden-Sydney, and McDaniel continuing dominance over the Mules.  Congrats to Dickinson as well, first outright conference championship in quite a few years.

Gonna be some battles in Week 11, to see who is going to finish 2nd-7th. Plus a good chance to see some kids who haven't played a lot of the year. Hopefully Ursinus can make a big enough impact against Dickinson to earn an ECAC bid for the conference. Real shame they lost those two games earlier in the year, could have been an interesting last game for the outright championship.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 04, 2006, 06:53:28 PM
Real shame they lost those two games earlier in the year, could have been an interesting last game for the outright championship.

Week 6 and 7 aren't early in the season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: illinihscoach05 on November 04, 2006, 09:34:10 PM
Parity in a BAD CONFERENCE!  Dickinson - playoff week #1 and BYE BYE!  Centennial Conference needs to go back into the MAC - still the old EGGHEAD EIGHT (oops Swarthless gone - egghead seven). Sorry!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on November 05, 2006, 05:33:15 AM
Quote from: Reserved Seat on November 04, 2006, 06:53:28 PM
Real shame they lost those two games earlier in the year, could have been an interesting last game for the outright championship.

Week 6 and 7 aren't early in the season.


In an 11 week schedule, week 6 and 7 would classify as earliER in the schedule than week 10 and 11...but then again thats just me, what do I know....apparently I'm an egghead
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on November 05, 2006, 12:30:36 PM
Quote from: illinihscoach05 on November 04, 2006, 09:34:10 PM
Parity in a BAD CONFERENCE!  Dickinson - playoff week #1 and BYE BYE!  Centennial Conference needs to go back into the MAC - still the old EGGHEAD EIGHT (oops Swarthless gone - egghead seven). Sorry!

A few thoughts...

1.  Parity is fun.
2.  Bad conference?  Not the most competitive on the national stage, but to be honest, the CC doesn't really care about that. 
3.  What makes you think the CC needs to go back to the MAC?  Such a statement makes little sense.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on November 06, 2006, 01:13:29 AM
Quote from: illinihscoach05 on November 04, 2006, 09:34:10 PM
Parity in a BAD CONFERENCE!  Dickinson - playoff week #1 and BYE BYE!  Centennial Conference needs to go back into the MAC - still the old EGGHEAD EIGHT (oops Swarthless gone - egghead seven). Sorry!

Apparently the Centenniel is so bad that MAC teams are jumping to their conference....interesting thought process here, but I don't quite follow this. But hey, lets see how it plays out.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: centennialfan15 on November 06, 2006, 07:44:36 PM
When was the last time a Centennial team won a playoff game. I think Mcdaniel won one in 2000 but not sure.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on November 07, 2006, 01:09:04 AM
Muhlenberg made it to the second round the one year, don't remember which year, maybe when they had Bernardo and Shay?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 07, 2006, 02:05:50 AM
Yeah, the Centennial has a 4-8 playoff record since the tournament expanded from 16 teams, but of course two of those wins (Ursinus over Bridgewater State, Muhlenberg over Mass-Dartmouth) are at the expense of the NEFC, the worst conference in D-III.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on November 07, 2006, 04:34:25 AM
See, the Centenniel isn't the gunga ga-lunga conference, so they have that going for them, which is nice...I guess.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 07, 2006, 12:45:32 PM
Perhaps members of the more-academic-than-though Centennial Conference should be able to spell Centennial ...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 07, 2006, 03:56:57 PM
Congrats to Johns Hopkins for cracking a Top 25 poll...

http://www.collegehumor.com/update:1706532

(look at No. 25)

:D
Title: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 07, 2006, 04:06:54 PM
I posted a poll above.

I voted 1 game because my Bridgewater Eagles traveled to McDaniel. :)

I guess I'm curious how active the actual readers/posters of this thread attend CC games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on November 07, 2006, 04:28:28 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on November 07, 2006, 12:45:32 PM
Perhaps members of the more-academic-than-though Centennial Conference should be able to spell Centennial ...

Well played my friend, well played.... :-[

However I think you meant "tough," not "though" but I could be wrong. Or maybe "thou." "More academic than thou," would work as well. Then again it could just be a typo, and I'm just babbling for no good reason, because if you tried to correct everyone's speech, grammar, and spelling on Post Patterns, one would definitely go crazy. Maybe you guys should add spell check to D3Football.com, then this wouldn't happen. I don't know, just my two cents.

Either way kind of ironic, or is it just bad luck, that Alanis Morisette song screwed me up on that definition.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Warren Thompson on November 07, 2006, 04:52:37 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on November 07, 2006, 12:45:32 PM
Perhaps members of the more-academic-than-though Centennial Conference should be able to spell Centennial ...

Agreed. On the other hand, why should Centennial Conference folks worry about such trivial matters as spelling? After all, in the real world, in their executive corner suites, they'll have serfs to do such donkey work.  ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 07, 2006, 05:23:41 PM
I see you got the point of my misspelling. Perhaps I shuld of misspelled moor werds fore ewe.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Warren Thompson on November 07, 2006, 07:00:33 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on November 07, 2006, 05:23:41 PM
I see you got the point of my misspelling. Perhaps I shuld of misspelled moor werds fore ewe.

Werds? Is that the past tense of words? Grammar mavens please join in ....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on November 07, 2006, 10:47:46 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on November 07, 2006, 05:23:41 PM
I see you got the point of my misspelling. Perhaps I shuld of misspelled moor werds fore ewe.

Yeah, nice try, but I'm not buying it.

I'll admit mine was a mistake. I never really used the word Centennial much, outside of talking about the conference, and never really paid too much attention to how it was spelled. So an oversight on my part.

But at the same time, it took a misspelled word to get a reply from an administrator in this forum? I've been trying to talk about the conference games each week, with little to no discussion from anyone else. I've moved across the country and have been trying to rely on D3Football.com as my unbiased D3 football news source, and I can't get anything. However, I misspell a word, and all of a sudden the conference is at the top of the south region topics all day.

Oh, and I get a -1 karma point apparently for getting called out by an administrator. All in all not too bad I guess, other than probably going to -2 now.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 07, 2006, 10:50:08 PM
I haven't attended any games involving a Centennial team and the Centennial isn't really a national player right now. What did you expect me to comment on?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on November 07, 2006, 11:11:12 PM
The view in my executive suite is sweet and I have several minions correcting errors on Post Patterns all day.

Ah the joys.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on November 09, 2006, 07:19:37 AM
Does minion=intern?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 09, 2006, 07:00:19 PM
Too many posts on spelling and not enough on football.
Doesn't say much for the league when spelling is the main topic?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on November 10, 2006, 04:22:13 AM
I would like to apologize for that...apparently no one is allowed to comment on anything that they haven't seen personally.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BVHawk on November 11, 2006, 10:10:59 PM
Congrats to Dickinson on making the playoffs and best of luck!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: theoriginalupstate on November 12, 2006, 12:46:39 AM
With Dickinson possibly moving to the east could any Dickinson fan or CC fan tell me more about them?

Thanks and good luck Dickinson!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on November 12, 2006, 01:40:00 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on November 07, 2006, 10:50:08 PM
I haven't attended any games involving a Centennial team and the Centennial isn't really a national player right now. What did you expect me to comment on?

Not to diagree with the mighty Pat Coleman, but I think there is a ton to comment on this Conference about, and it isn't spelling. 

The CC dominated the ODAC this season, a conference this site has a ton of respect for.  I think the only CC loss this season was McDaniel losing to Bridgewater in week one.  The CC beat the ODAC champ head to head, and no offense to F-M, but they are not amoungst the CC leaders in the standings.  Case Western Reserve just came down and beat up Washington and Lee, and Ursinus beat them at their place. 

If you want to knock this conference for anyhting, then it can be its play versus the Liberty League.  The CC did not perform well against that league.  Now to the Liberty's credit, it is agrueably the best league in the east.  That is another discussion for another board, but that league is very deep with some very good football teams. 

I think the CC is not getting its respect beacause this site favors the "traditional" powers, and the CC's "traditional" teams are not the top ones.  McDaniel and Muhlenberg dominated the conference through the late 90's and early 00's.  Those teams appear now have given way to three new ones, Dickinson, Hopkins, and Ursinus.  Dickinson has done a fine job recruiting the last several years and has some very good older talent mixed with some good young players to have a great season.  This team is good and will be for a while.  Ursinus seemed to turn the corner last season and has some very good young talent and a light's out defense.  They seem poised to be at the top for several years to come.  Hopkins might have had a down year, but this teams has a ton of young talent.  It is hard to win when you start 4 or 5 frshman on each side of the ball, but this is a team to look out for.  They have a great staff that will definitely develope these good looking young players. 

The other problem for these 3 schools is they are arguebaly the most academic ones in the conference.  I know there are plenty of haters who will come in here and say these schools stink academically..... but they couldn't be more wrong.  I understand that these schools that have average SAT scores around 1200 and 1300 are far less likely to contend for a national championship then a Rowan but to say there is nothing to comment on in this conference is just off base.  If there is a problem for the CC it is the parity.  Everyone beats on eachother in this conference so much, and road wins are so hard to come by, that come playoff time CC teams are often quite banged up.  Unlike other conferences that feature 1 or 2 big games and 40 point blowouts the rest of the way, the CC typically features very tight, defensive football games week in and out.   

Now I might sound like I am mocking the site and the people invovled, no offense intended.  This is the BEST site for any level of football hands down.  You guys do a great job, keep it up.  I simply think this conference features some fine football and should get some more attention.  Of course when no one posts in here all season it doesn't help either.  So get some talk going in here people!! 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 12, 2006, 07:59:02 PM
You're not disagreeing with me. You are saying YOU have a lot to comment on. I am saying I do not have a lot to comment on. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 12, 2006, 08:23:02 PM
Quote from: BearFan01 on November 12, 2006, 01:40:00 PM
The CC dominated the ODAC this season, a conference this site has a ton of respect for.  I think the only CC loss this season was McDaniel losing to Bridgewater in week one.  The CC beat the ODAC champ head to head, and no offense to F-M, but they are not amoungst the CC leaders in the standings.  Case Western Reserve just came down and beat up Washington and Lee, and Ursinus beat them at their place.

1) You mention McDaniel losing to Bridgewater in week one, yet you fail to mention that Washington & Lee (the ODAC champ) lost to Franklin & Marshall in week one as well.

2) You look silly when you start arguing things like "well, Team A beat Team B when Team C beat Team A" ... that means nothing when comparing Team B and C, in this case, W&L and Ursinus.

3) I will admit that the Centennial went 7-1 against the Old Dominion this year, but when you look at the outcomes, I wouldn't go as far as to say you dominated us ... consider the seven CC wins:


If anything was "dominating," it was Bridgewater's 41-0 win over McDaniel.

4) Since 2000, Bridgewater is 10-6 in the NCAA playoffs.  The Centennial Conference (McDaniel 2000-2001, Muhlenberg 2002-2004, Johns Hopkins 2005) is a combined 2-6 over that span.  On a national scale, hardly impressive.

5) Enjoy your ECAC game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 12, 2006, 09:50:12 PM
Quote from: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 12, 2006, 08:23:02 PM

3) I will admit that the Centennial went 7-1 against the Old Dominion this year, but when you look at the outcomes, I wouldn't go as far as to say you dominated us ...

Well, I wasn't very good at math, Kid, but when teams from Conference "A" beat teams from Conference "B" 7 out of 8 times in a season, I don't know what other adjective you could use in a situation like that except "dominated".  Looking at it by a game by game basis doesn't change the final score.

Centennial  7
ODAC  1

Maybe the individual games were closer, so let's meet in the middle and use the the adjective "owned" instead of "dominated".   :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on November 12, 2006, 09:51:53 PM
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QuoteThe CC beat the ODAC champ head to head, and no offense to F-M, but they are not amoungst the CC leaders in the standings. "

Isn't that me mentioning that Washington and Lee lost to F-M.......  again I point to F-M in the CC standings as my comment not on how the ODAC is bad, but how good the CC may be.  If one of the lowest teams in the CC standings beat the ODAC champ, doesn't that make a good statement for the strength of the CC??

I will also agree that comparing teams that did not play head to head is not the best thing.  All I know is when Ursinus was 5-0, all the Ursinus supporters heard was 'Who did they play?"..... well that is in the same logic as Your team A and B statement.....  I am totally not in favor of such thinking, but when it is used against CC teams all the time, it seems reasonable to use that as a final point in an discussion.  Besides aren't common opponents a typical way from the BCS down of comparing teams? 

I am sorry I used the word dominating.  In reflection I do not like that word.  7-1 is a very impressive record against any conference head to head.  I must disagree that Bridgewater's win over McDaniel (second to last in the CC) does anything to the idea that the CC is a quality conference.  If bridgewater and Ursinus were to play in a bowl and bridgewater blows out Ursinus, I also think it will not change the fact the CC had a very good record head to head with the ODAC.   My point was the ODAC gets a lot of coverage and praise in many circles while the CC maybe be seen as a poor football conference in the same circles.  I think a 7-1 record against a very good conference points the quality of the CC teams. 

If your going to say comparing shared opponets is silly, then isn't comparing playoff record silly as well?  I mean with factors such as geography and travel, the seeding is all over.  I think it is a poor point to say shared opponets are silly then turn around and say playoffs records are a good judge.  Again why so defensive?  No one is saying the ODAC is bad, it is very good.  My point again is the CC is not so bad.

I am sure the UC bears will enjoy any game they are invited to and are happy to have their program going in the right direction (hell they made the front page of d3football.com for like 2 days this season and are 8-2......  who wouldn't be proud about that)  Though I am sure there are many kicks in the pants going around, if one of those two weeks were different...... well the Bears could be getting sized for rings today and making plans to host an NCAA game.

Best of luck to Dickinson..... maybe an upset win can help get the CC some more respect.   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 12, 2006, 10:07:38 PM
Quote from: BearFan01 on November 12, 2006, 09:51:53 PM
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QuoteThe CC beat the ODAC champ head to head, and no offense to F-M, but they are not amoungst the CC leaders in the standings. "

Isn't that me mentioning that Washington and Lee lost to F-M.......  again I point to F-M in the CC standings as my comment not on how the ODAC is bad, but how good the CC may be.  If one of the lowest teams in the CC standings beat the ODAC champ, doesn't that make a good statement for the strength of the CC?? 

Not if it's the first game of the season, which again, you failed to mention.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 12, 2006, 10:13:56 PM
Quote from: mandfense on November 12, 2006, 09:50:12 PM
Quote from: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 12, 2006, 08:23:02 PM

3) I will admit that the Centennial went 7-1 against the Old Dominion this year, but when you look at the outcomes, I wouldn't go as far as to say you dominated us ...

Well, I wasn't very good at math, Kid, but when teams from Conference "A" beat teams from Conference "B" 7 out of 8 times in a season, I don't know what other adjective you could use in a situation like that except "dominated".  Looking at it by a game by game basis doesn't change the final score.

Centennial  7
ODAC  1

Maybe the individual games were closer, so let's meet in the middle and use the the adjective "owned" instead of "dominated".   :)

Sure ... a win is a win is a win.  I admitted the CC won seven of the eight contests.

In Bridgewater's defense, BC took care of business (1-0 against the CC) and the two ODAC teams we lost to (E&H and Guilford) were 0-0 against you all. :)

So yes, the Centennial "owned" Washington & Lee (0-1), Hampden-Sydney (0-3), Catholic (0-1) and Randolph-Macon (0-2).  I don't think that suggests your conference is strong.

Do something in the postseason and then you can opine.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on November 12, 2006, 10:27:05 PM
I think it is fair to say that the CC dominated the ODAC in 2006 regular-season play.

I don't think you can make any past or forward-looking opinions beyond just stating the obvious for this year. 

And really, regardless, the chances are significant that both Dickinson and W&L will be having Thanksgiving at home this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 12, 2006, 10:29:34 PM
I think the amount of fans (or lack thereof) talking about the conference goes hand-in-hand with how well they do on the national stage.

Of the 21 conferences who are granted an automatic bid to the NCAA playoffs, the top five with the least amount of posts on their conference thread are:

1) Centennial Conference - 523 posts
2) Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association - 1,003 posts
3) New England Football Conference - 1,053 posts
4) Midwest Conference - 1,864 posts
5) Illini-Badger Conference - 2,341 posts

Since 1999, here are their NCAA playoff records:

Cetennial (4-8)
MIAA (0-6)
NEFC (0-7)
MWC (1-7)
IBC (0-6)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on November 12, 2006, 10:34:10 PM
Well mine is bigger than yours Barnhart...

You are more mature than arguing with stats like this.

Oh, and YOUR MOM.   :P

And if anything...I think your stats point to show that number of posts does not correlate with playoff performance.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 12, 2006, 10:35:59 PM
Quote from: patcummings on November 12, 2006, 10:27:05 PM
I think it is fair to say that the CC dominated the ODAC in 2006 regular-season play.

I don't think you can make any past or forward-looking opinions beyond just stating the obvious for this year. 

And really, regardless, the chances are significant that both Dickinson and W&L will be having Thanksgiving at home this year.

Call it what you want - his (or her) point was that the Centennial was strong and worth talking about.

If that's the case, where are their own fans?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 12, 2006, 10:40:34 PM
Quote from: patcummings on November 12, 2006, 10:34:10 PM
Well mine is bigger than yours Barnhart...

You are more mature than arguing with stats like this.

Oh, and YOUR MOM.   :P

And if anything...I think your stats point to show that number of posts does not correlate with playoff performance.

lol ... you're right.  I didn't state my point correctly, let me try again.

There are less people talking about the Centennial than there are about the next four least talked about conferences who are a combined 1-26 in the playoffs since 1999.

Better? ;)

And c'mon Cummings - just because you're 6-foot-3 doesn't mean you have a big ...

Argh ... let me be frank.  Bridgewater wasn't that good this year, we're sitting at home on Nov. 11, and it's past my bedtime.  So I felt like picking a verbal fight?  Can't blame me.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 12, 2006, 10:53:00 PM
I think the fact that there aren't a lot of posters talking about the Centennial Conference correlates to where football stands for these schools on a national level.  In the grand scheme of things, it's not that significant.

That being said, they play some solid, competitive football within the conference and that's the way they like it. 

Unfortunately to the dismay of the numerous loyal and diehard ODAC posters, in 2006 the CC as a whole was better than the ODAC (and yes, I know that's the exception rather than the rule).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on November 12, 2006, 11:00:04 PM
Quote from: mandfense on November 12, 2006, 10:53:00 PM
I think the fact that there aren't a lot of posters talking about the Centennial Conference correlates to where football stands for these schools on a national level.  In the grand scheme of things, it's not that significant.

That being said, they play some solid, competitive football within the conference and that's the way they like it. 

Unfortunately to the dismay of the numerous loyal and diehard ODAC posters, in 2006 the CC as a whole was better than the ODAC (and yes, I know that's the exception rather than the rule).

I believe you hit it right on the head. 

Football is another cog in the athletics departments, but I would find it amazingly shocking if a CC team jumps up and competes on the national level, say, getting to the final eight.  They could win a game, maybe two - but beyond that would be monumental. 

The ODAC isn't just Bridgewater contrary to the inordinate number of BC posters on that board.  You have to take the good with the bad, and that means Catholic and Randolph Macon too.  Game for game, the CC was well above the ODAC.

I'd also believe Bridgewater would beat any CC team on any day this season.  Any one want to give some of my karma back?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Llamaguy on November 12, 2006, 11:27:43 PM
I didn't takeith the karma but I will gladly giveith. ;D

On a more important note to me. :) Where do the D3 guru's, more specifically you, stay while in Salem? You can PM me if you don't want your room egged when you get there, lol! I'm rolling into town on Friday afternoon with grill in tow. We are planning a get-together to watch the D1-AA Nat'l Championship game that Friday night, maybe at Hooters in Roanoke. Will begin tailgating by 10am Saturday.

ps. Looking forward to commentary on the field this year. I got my tix yesterday and will be "on the rail", 50 yrd-line, East side, with my Stone Station banner a flying. ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearTracker on November 13, 2006, 12:27:49 PM
I was at the UC - Dickinson game on Saturday. The stadium stands were packed on both sides, the weather was perfect, and the game was close - OT determined the winner. What an exciting game!

I've been to every UC game (home and away) since 2004. The competition in the CC is fierce and any team can win on any given Saturday. That's what makes for exciting football games. I'm glad that the same one or two teams in the CC don't dominate every year. How boring would that be?

The student-athletes in the CC are a lucky group - they get a first class college education and the opportunity to participate in competitive athletics along the way. Makes me wish I could do it all over again!

Looking forward to Juniata and Moravian football joining the CC next year. Congratulations Bears on a great season and looking forward to an exciting 2007!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on November 13, 2006, 01:30:21 PM
Pat.... of course bridgewater could beat any CC team on any saturday.

Of course though any CC team could beat bridgewater on any given saturday.   Would Bridgewater win the majority, probably, but unless bridgewater ups its academic standards 5 fold and moves to the CC we'll never know.   


I would be curious to hear Pat's comments on the CC versus the Liberty League.....  I mean that is an academic conference......  do you think football is just another cog in the athletic department wheel in that conference as well?  RPI, Union, and Hobart have all made deep runs into the playoffs, with RPI going to St Johns in a tight game in the final 4 or elite 8 round (can't remember).  If they can do that, and they have the same approach to football as CC teams, then why couldn't a CC team do it?  No one is claiming Mount Union status for the CC, but just looking for comments.   

I am no longer going to mention the ODAC in supporting the CC, obviously their fans get all flustered when they are brought up. 

Fan support in the CC is good at times, but has its poor moments as well.  The UC F-M game this season was senior day at F-M and UC brought more fan than F-M had there..... not good. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bearsfan1 on November 13, 2006, 03:11:19 PM
For as much fun as it might be to argue about the validity of the CC, I think that there are more important matters for the time being.  Dickinson goes on the road to play a very good Wesley team.  Any thoughts?  Also UC gets to host Widener for the ECAC Southwest Bowl Championship.  The game should be a good one but I really know nothing about Widener.  The atmosphere should be great considering how great it was this past weekend against Dickinson.  Its going to be a great college football weekend all around.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on November 13, 2006, 11:20:19 PM
I believe that, for the most part, the Liberty League is stronger from top to bottom in football than the Centennial.

Dickinson played Hobart tough, but it was Hobart's first game.  Other than that, I think most CC teams would have it tough against the Liberty League.

D3football.com stays at the Hotel Roanoke for the Stagg Bowl.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 14, 2006, 03:26:00 PM
QuoteThe other problem for these 3 schools is they are arguebaly the most academic ones in the conference.

This might help with your basis for your statement.

US News rankings--Liberal Arts College

Dickinson --41
F&M --41
Gettysburg --45
Haverford --9
Johns Hopkins --16(National Universities)
McDaniel --
Muhlenberg --74
Swarthmore --3
Ursinus --69
Washington--

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on November 15, 2006, 11:46:23 AM
I was more thinking Pat do you view the Liberty League schools as academic ones that have football as just another cog in the athletic department.......

I would agree the Liberty was stronger than the CC this season, and probably the last 2 or 3 seasons.  I do think it would be great to have a contract between the Liberty and CC like the North Coast and UAA now have.  Makes more sense for the CC to play like minded schools academically than the MAC's of the world.     

Pat no mention of the ECAC games in the around the region ??  A ton of Mid Atalantic teams compeating in those........

Does D3football.com not like to talk about the ECAC games....as policy?  Over the years I am not sure how much I have seen the site really mention them.......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 15, 2006, 11:51:10 AM
Between NCAA playoffs and the basketball season tipping off this weekend for D3hoops.com, we tend to leave the ECAC games by the wayside, yes.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 15, 2006, 10:42:04 PM
Are there no Dickinson fans out there to chat up about the game?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on November 15, 2006, 11:12:39 PM
Quote from: PA_wesleyfan on November 15, 2006, 10:42:04 PM
Are there no Dickinson fans out there to chat up about the game?

Same with the ODAC thread - no W&L fans (well, there's one).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on November 16, 2006, 11:06:39 AM
I will chat for them...lol...how pretentious.....

Dickinson has a very good team.  As all the D3football.com guys have pointed out, to be sucessful in the playoffs you needa good defense and a good quaterback....

Well they have both. 

Their defense is very good, especially against the run.  Their quaterback is not flashy, but man is he a tuff competetior.  He throws a good ball and puts it where it needs to be.  He is not very fast, but fast enough in a game to run away from everyone and score. 

The question is can the offense do enough against Wesley.  I think the defense can keep the game close for a while, and maybe the whole way, if the offense can keep pace.  If the game is close going into the 4th, despite what many think, Dickinson stands a very good chance of winning.  They are a veteran team. 

If Wesley jumps on them and dickinson can't respond, then it could be an early exit for the devils. 

The question is what is Dickinson's mindset comming off the Ursinus Loss.  Was a tuff physical game that went into OT and for anyone was there, was very argueably one of the best college football games on the d-III level this season, it was that good. 

Hopefully we have a good game in De on Saturday......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on November 16, 2006, 09:36:16 PM
Wesley has a lot of team speed. Very fast defense, and very fast on the offensive side of the ball. The Robinson kid is an absolute monster, and Lanouette is a very good receiving TE. Warrick is an athletic QB who throws a nice deep ball to playmakers in the outside. It's going to be a tough matchup for Dickinson's defense. I don't know if they have played anybody this year with the amount of team speed that Wesley has.

BearFan is absolutely right, they may need to rely on their defense early and often to keep them in the game, and grind it out rushing the ball to keep Wesley's high powered offense on the sideline. A special teams play may make the difference in this game if its close. If it turns into a shoot-out I don't like Dickinson's chances. But it would definitely be nice to see a Dickinson upset.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 16, 2006, 09:44:25 PM
Bearfan

 Wesley has lots of speed on both sides of the ball. They have held teams to negative rushing yardage twice. The defense gets after QB's but they don't leave their lanes so it's hard to scamble against them. Both lines are big and tend to wear down opponents. Some of the D stats are deceiving because the Offense scores so quickly that the D doesn't get a breather sometimes
 The offense is very explosive. They have 4 running backs who can break a long run at any time. The recievers are not the burners they had last year so Clark gets a lot of attention, but if the ball is near any one of them they catch it.  And the QB is a four year starter and has great field presence.

 The coaches know each other very well as they do camps together in the summer. So that makes for an interesting chess match there.

  I think Wesley wins 31-14    
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on November 18, 2006, 09:42:11 AM
Here is to some great games around the MId-Atlantic

Best of luck to the devils in the first round, though I guess I should thank them seeing this site is claiming they "Took it Easy" last week when they lost to Ursinus.  Talk about lack of respect.  I am saying that for both teams involved.  To say the coaches and players of dickinson layed down, took it easy, and let ursinus win is a very insulting assumption. 

I did not hear comments like this last year when Rowan lost to a not very good William Patterson team prior to the start of the playoffs. 

Call me sour grapes I guess. 

Good luck to the Bears in the ECAC bowl.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: terror5005 on November 19, 2006, 11:44:34 AM
Congratulations to both Ursinus and Dickinson on their seasons. They both finished against a couple of tough teams, but certainly leave something to build on for next year,  for both them, and the rest of the CentenniAl.
Title: Time for a change in Westminster
Post by: Terrorizer24 on December 13, 2006, 02:02:27 PM
It is time for a change at McDaniel, and i dont mean a uniform change like the one that happend in the 2006 season.  Since the departure of defensive specialist and football genius Al Thomas following the 2002 season, the Terror have gone 5-5, 6-4, 5-5, and 4-6.  Thomas's replacement Brad Fordyce has had his defenses Nationally ranked in 3 of those 4 disapointing season's, so the D simply is not the problem.  The problem is Tim Keating.  The man is a terrible motivator and not the Offensive guru that captured outright titles from '97-'01.  The man has brought in sub-par athletes on the offensive side, and can not protect his quaterback.  Baer is a great athlete, and the ball belongs in his hands, but his numbers have gone south as his career has gone on simply because of the beating he takes on a weekly basis.  Since the name change in '02 from Western Maryland to McDaniel College, the terror football program has gone down hill.  When the name changed, so did the program, and it should be blamed on Tim Keating.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: xterjstrap on February 06, 2007, 08:08:44 PM
What happened to the football chats? Now that the post-season teams have been issued, there should be lots of chatter!
First of all, McDaniel had an up/down, on/off year, but relied heavily on youth. Recruiting had sagged the past 2 years, but jumped back up with a good group this year. Other than their captains, Baer & Abbo, they didn't have much. O-line was absolutely pathetic-could not open a hole, could not protect; there rides the season! The D-line & LB's were so-so; Catucci being doubled every play and no consistency from LB's as a different set started each week with none playing every game due to multiple injuries. See was welcomed as a 2nd yr player at safety but will he be back? Gingrich had an awesome year at WR and did not get enuff credit; he seemed to score 90% of the rare Off. TD's. Even tho the Fr. class looks good, next year doesn't---should be much of the same... Baer as the only threat, no O-line, WR's should be very good but will there be time to throw? With Abbo graduating, someone needs to step up on D, as he was their only stopper and toward the end of the season, no one would run or throw at him! Thank God, Hansen Gazette saw this and posted him as a 2nd team All-American. (How come Dickinson's Dube, who incidently also had a monster year, got CC DPOY when he only received HM All-Amer. from Hansen and his stats weren't even close to Abbo's [who is a safety, NOT an LB]; Abbo's CC stats got even better , as a POY should when it really counts, whereas Dube's dropped???
Keating & Co. are going to need an even better recruiting class this coming year.
Congrats to all the CC players who got post-season nods.
Looking forward to continued strong inter-conference play next year. It is a shear delight to watch CC teams go at each other.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 07, 2007, 02:22:43 AM
You must be kidding throwing the All-Hansen team around here like it's something legit.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: xterjstrap on February 09, 2007, 10:52:13 AM
At least Hansen "looks" at what a player has done (production) instead of whether he was on a winning team or has been heard of before! How can you not pay attention to stats that are in the top of the DIVISION ??? Sometimes you writers (who have soooo much experience PLAYING the game) just ride each other's shirttails. Had McDaniel won the conference or had a winning season, you all would have been sniffing Abbamonte's jock for an interview, but since they did not make the playoffs and have not had a great year for a while, lets just play with the winners. You don't spend enuff time (Or just are not willing) to look past the top teams to see what else is out there. Poor Sturges from Gettysburg; again, if they had been winners, he would have been an All-American! Even though he isn't huge by todays "Standards", and they weren't top 25, his films and stats speak volumes for him---he is damn-near impossible to bring down ---good moves, decent speed, leg-drive, balance and DETERMINATION!But gee, since Mt. Union & Wesley et.al. are top dogs, their RB's must automatically be Top Dogs, too. I'm sure they are very good, but how about honestly looking at other players in the division to see if they might not also be good in spite of their size or how their team did.
Oh, I forgot, because you are a "writer" your opinion is gold.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 10, 2007, 02:02:44 AM
Quote from: xterjstrap on February 09, 2007, 10:52:13 AM
At least Hansen "looks" at what a player has done (production) instead of whether he was on a winning team or has been heard of before!

Please -- he looks at how many schools' kids he can get on there so he can get free publicity and get the "all-americans" to buy his shirts.

If my opinion's no good because I'm a ... gasp ... writer, then what about the ... wow ... coaches who didn't name your guy conference defensive player of the year? What's your excuse for discounting their opinion?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: xterjstrap on February 10, 2007, 01:02:52 PM
Absolutely no idea, especially in light of the fact that immediately after each game at least one opposing coach, and sometimes many, sought him out to speak with before lining-up to shake hands. I'm kinda sure they weren't looking for him to say how poorly he played. Opposition crowds constantly cited expressions such as "how many Abbamontes" are on that team" because of how many plays he was in on. I'm sure Dube was well deserving---I said that he had a monster year; it just did not seem as deserving as Abbamonte...except that he was on the Centennial Champion team! It really seemed to be a joke---much like last year when Muhlenberg's LB got DPOY over McDaniel's Ringold who, just like this year, had stats that were obviously much better than the eventual honoree. Although, trust me, I am happy for those other players, it just does not seem fair or right. But then again, the McDaniel guys were taught a valuablke life lesson---in life you don't always get what you deserve or have earned! Maybe the conference is just tired of always giving the award to a Green Terror (check recent past honorees).
I cannot believe that you would bad mouth another publication, except for the fact that they might be in direct competition with you and D3.com!!! It would seem far better to me that other and more honorees than the few that you constantly site (with far inferior stats) get desrved recognition. Players that played exceptionally well deserve credit. Its great that Hansen reaches out to more than the ones that D3.com tries to keep elite for whatever reason. How do you account for so many players with inferior stats getting various team awards over others that seem to be more deserving?
And you never addressed the playing experience question. Were you just another one of those who sat in the crowd dreaming that you could play, too? Or can you honestly say that you are applyingyour playing experience and your first hand knowlege toward your reporting? You do not have to have played to be a good reporter, but I feel to truly understand the game and understand what goes on on the field (and off), it certainly helps to have played!
Now I realize that as a long-time Terror fan, that I am obviously biased. But I will never understand how, at every level, this seems to happen----the players that seem most deserving are passed over to accomodate the winners! The winners already got their recognition for winning---they are the champions. Only if they truly deserve other awards should they be so acknowleged! Check out Mario Harris' stats; how does he get Def back of the year when his stats aren't anywhere close to Abbamonte's? Is it because he earned it (?) last year? Does that automatically qualify him to repeat? I can only rationalize that this happens because of writers' lack of playing experience or understanding. How else can it be justified? Please enlighten me (and the rest of your readers).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: xterjstrap on February 10, 2007, 02:14:29 PM
Sorry to jump bacjk so soon, but I failed to address your comments on Hansen:
OK, he is in business to make $. However, he still provides a great service to his readers. If he was just looking to place as many kids as possible to make $, what does it matter where he places them. Obviously he saw something in Abbamonte's stats to place him 2nd team above so many of your noteworthys. I still disagree with him as Abbo's stats blow away even the DBs on his first team, but at least he was given some due! How do you not rate a player with stats at the top of the division? There are thousands of players in D3; what harm is it to list hundreds that did especially well? The more that deserve it the better. List any and every kid that is DESERVING! Set a bar and stick by it, but do not fail your readers (and the players) by "tweaking" one player over another unless it can be validly applied. Again, how can you possibly deny proper recognition to a player, any player, who has the stats to justify/qualify? Do some research; Harris made def back of year last year also--why, what qualified him? Abbamonte led D3 in passes defensed as a junior. This year he switched roles to mainly stop the run since they graduated Ringgold, their run-stopper. With 125 tackles, he blows away almost every other DB in D3; yet he still had 4 int.s,11.5 tfl, 2 ff,and many more than the 3 pbu.s that he was credited for (game films would prove this true). That is an all-around player, pass & run defense! He paced the CC in tackles (Dube , a LB, did not have as many in 1 more game). He set a program record with 174 career solo tackles and finished 3rd in McDaniel history in total tackles. Beside Hansen AA 2nd team, he earned CC 1st (also 1st as Jr and 2nd team as soph),Hansen's South All-Region 1st team, ECAC All-SW 1st team, and D3football.com All-South Region 3rd team.
Pretty deserving, huh? I know that there are many, many others as well, but how can you deny such a prolific season and career and admit that some players DO get screwed--sometimes they are passed over by less deserving players and that being on a winning team (especially a champion) will elevate a player's status irregardless of stats. Why must you be so obstinate. Can you understand, if not agree, with my points? If not, WHY?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Gray Fox on February 10, 2007, 02:25:36 PM
Quote from: xterjstrap on February 10, 2007, 02:14:29 PM
However, he still provides a great service to his readers.

Abbamonte led D3 in passes defensed as a junior.
Great? ??? "Don Hansen" and "great" are usually not put in the same sentence on this these boards. :)

Interesting email address you have. :P  You must know Abbamonte  personally. 

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Gray Fox on February 10, 2007, 03:11:36 PM
Quote from: OxyBob on February 10, 2007, 03:03:19 PM
Gray Fox:

>>You must know Abbamonte  personally<<

Now, now. Perhaps xterjstrap has a daughter who was childhood friends with the young man.

OxyBob
FYI to regular CC posters, this is an inside joke to those of us who post regularly on the SCIAC board. 

It is slow in the off season.  "Idle hands are the Devil's playthings"
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on February 10, 2007, 03:36:37 PM
Quote from: xterjstrap on February 10, 2007, 02:14:29 PM
Sorry to jump bacjk so soon, but I failed to address your comments on Hansen:
OK, he is in business to make $. However, he still provides a great service to his readers. If he was just looking to place as many kids as possible to make $, what does it matter where he places them.

Okay, Don Hansen is in business to make money.  He has 17 players on his first team All-American Team.  Those 6-5-6 defenses are really tough; all of the holes are covered, they outnumber the linemen, and the dual man-to-man zone coverage is brutal.   ;D :)


Obviously he saw something in Abbamonte's stats to place him 2nd team above so many of your noteworthys. I still disagree with him as Abbo's stats blow away even the DBs on his first team, but at least he was given some due! How do you not rate a player with stats at the top of the division? There are thousands of players in D3; what harm is it to list hundreds that did especially well? The more that deserve it the better. List any and every kid that is DESERVING!

You know, I thought that about my kids' experience playing youth soccer.  Why all 3 of my kids have trophies from Under-8 Soccer that are bigger than the "Walnut and Bronze"!  They were deserving, you know.

Set a bar and stick by it,

Pat has set the bar.  He lists only 11 position players on each of his All-American teams.

but do not fail your readers (and the players) by "tweaking" one player over another unless it can be validly applied. Again, how can you possibly deny proper recognition to a player, any player, who has the stats to justify/qualify? Do some research;

and maybe the research says that the player's contribution to his team beyond the numbers is worthy of the award

Harris made def back of year last year also--why, what qualified him? Abbamonte led D3 in passes defensed as a junior. This year he switched roles to mainly stop the run since they graduated Ringgold, their run-stopper. With 125 tackles, he blows away almost every other DB in D3; yet he still had 4 int.s,11.5 tfl, 2 ff,and many more than the 3 pbu.s that he was credited for (game films would prove this true). That is an all-around player, pass & run defense! He paced the CC in tackles (Dube , a LB, did not have as many in 1 more game). He set a program record with 174 career solo tackles and finished 3rd in McDaniel history in total tackles. Beside Hansen AA 2nd team, he earned CC 1st (also 1st as Jr and 2nd team as soph),Hansen's South All-Region 1st team, ECAC All-SW 1st team, and D3football.com All-South Region 3rd team.

You mean that Pat and his crew of SID's (who see lots of players every year) recognized him enough to make him All-Region?

Pretty deserving, huh? I know that there are many, many others as well, but how can you deny such a prolific season and career and admit that some players DO get screwed

(hmmm, you mean a second team All-American from Don Hansen is not worth as much as a D3Football.com South Region 3rd team?)

--sometimes they are passed over by less deserving players and that being on a winning team (especially a champion) will elevate a player's status irregardless of stats. Why must you be so obstinate. Can you understand, if not agree, with my points? If not, WHY?

I know I am trying to understand your points.  Maybe Pat decided to acknowledge Abbamonte's contributions by recognizing the tie for the last safety spot on the All-Region team.  He gave Abbamonte the more prestigeous Third Team South Region Defense award.

Interesting points,  jstrap.   Have a good off-season!   :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on February 10, 2007, 03:37:24 PM
Quote from: Gray Fox on February 10, 2007, 03:11:36 PM
Quote from: OxyBob on February 10, 2007, 03:03:19 PM
Gray Fox:

>>You must know Abbamonte  personally<<

Now, now. Perhaps xterjstrap has a daughter who was childhood friends with the young man.

OxyBob
FYI to regular CC posters, this is an inside joke to those of us who post regularly on the SCIAC board. 

It is slow in the off season.  "Idle hands are the Devil's playthings"

:D :D :D, +1 Karma Oxy Bob!  :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Observation Deck on February 10, 2007, 11:27:57 PM
It's a shame nobody else on McDaniel's team could tackle. Those other teams with smaller tackle numbers must have more than one guy who can make plays.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 11, 2007, 02:45:18 AM
There are so many meaningless points that could be addressed though I see some people who aren't related to the player in question had some good takes on the subject.

I'll say this -- you say we should recognize every player that's deserving. (I assume that's deserving by your standards, whatever they are. They seem to be heavily based on sheer volume of tackles.) I would say this -- you can only start 11 players, no matter how good your team is. Every coach has to make a decision as to which 11 players are his first string, which are his second string.

And therefore, so do we. We do not participate in, nor do we condone, the watering down of awards.

I don't see why we need to have this conversation again. I believe you already had it with Pat Cummings via e-mail. I am glad that you played sprint football at the Naval Academy and all but there is a world outside the Centennial Conference and over the past several years, this league has not measured up to the rest of Division III. I think if you had gone out and seen some of these teams in person you'd feel diff... well, scratch that. You'd probably still be biased as hell. But an unbiased person would know. Tackling a Centennial ballcarrier didn't mean much for Dickinson when it got pounded by Wesley in the playoffs, nor did it for Johns Hopkins in 2005 (28-3 loss) or Muhlenberg in 2004 (31-3 loss). And those last two, Johns Hopkins '05 and Muhlenberg '04, each lost to teams that themselves lost in the next round.

This is the state of the Centennial these days.

Quote from: xterjstrap on February 10, 2007, 01:02:52 PM
Absolutely no idea, especially in light of the fact that immediately after each game at least one opposing coach, and sometimes many, sought him out to speak with before lining-up to shake hands. I'm kinda sure they weren't looking for him to say how poorly he played.

That doesn't mean they were looking for him to tell him, "you are the best defensive player in this conference." Because their votes spoke otherwise.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: eastregioncoach on February 11, 2007, 02:53:19 PM
I saw that F&M was advertising a fulltime coaching position on footballscoop.  Was wondering if anyone here knew which coach left? or which position is open?  Thanks a lot.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: xterjstrap on February 11, 2007, 10:11:36 PM
Wow, I'm glad I got some input flowing, at least.
First of all, the Navy Sprint player is Drew's brother who is really P.O.'d because he was on Navy's Varsity before "defecting" to Sprint and he has seen some decent talent as have I.
I am Drew's uncle. I played DB on Randolph Macon's '69 (first ever) Rockne Bowl winner which then proclaimed us the "unofficial" East Coast Champions. Drew's dad (my brother) played DB/WR at Frostburg '73-'76 (when they began a 26 game losing streak and were rated by S.I. [yes the big boy- Sportds Illustrated] as the 106th worst in the nation).
I guess it is not appropriate for relatives to be upset, have questions,ask for explanation, and make a point!
As to Hansen's "17 players on his first team", it seems to allow some excellent young men and players (more so than D3.com) some deserved recognition. Even the NFL has 2nd team All-Pro and many more than 22 players recognized as pro bowl honorees and they only have 32 teams! (Even the big boys like to see their name called!).
Yes, I agree, trophies don't mean jack---they all carry a lot of dust many years later, but having your play recognized for deserved honors is priceless (sounds like a great idea for a commercial).
Pat hasn't set any "bar" or "give" anything; who is his lordship to decide such, especially when there are no hard, cold stats to back them up; nor does he have a right to,--- the players earn and deserve such recognition by pounds of sweat and hard effort! Naming more than 11 per side does not dilute the awards.Coleman said even teams have 1st & 2nd strings---why not 2nd & 3rd teams---they aren't quite as good as 1st but still deserve credit and mention---this may be a wonderful highlight in some young man's life, but you say only 11 should be able to celebrate.
As far as contribution to his team, Dube had six other  all CC defensive players to help out, Abbamonte had one CC HM and as defensive team captain was an awesome leader to such a very, young squad and, sadly, without Abbamonte, McDaniel probably does not win a game as his plays were key in stopping the opponents from scoring and/or setting up his O.
As for Pat "and his crew of SID's", almost no comment. I appreciate, somewhat, the effort they put in---it is long hours with much work, but they signed up for the job, probably with hopes of being the next Cummings/Coleman. The Terror SID was wholly wanting; check out the Media Guide for front cover pics with eyes closed, terrible views, etc. and the stats were not even close to reality as shown on video review, not even close!!!!!!
Incidently, Dickinson's head coach told Drew that he was going to his graduation to make sure he graduates and does not return to the playing field and also that he voted Drew as DPOY! (unless of course he was lying).
Its nice that ONLY "some people" "who aren't related to the player" "had some good takes" !
I agree the CC is down, but not true of more than quite a few of its players! We've seen "higher" levels of play, but football is still football at any level---sure there are some bigger, faster, stronger players, but not across the board.
And even MT. Union does not impress me anymore---it must be real tough for a bunch of DI, IA & II players to move down and all go to the same school to beat up on non-scholarship players. Individually, many DIII players could hang and even prevail, but not on the whole as a team. Let Union move up and see how they do there instead of taking 1st in an "inferior" league every year.
I'm glad I gave you guys a reason to wake up, now if only you'd wake up DURING the season! Oh, and get a life guys---15,858; 228; 892; 713; 11,227; 306 ? Nothing better to do, huh?
Hey Ralphie, give yourself a +1 Karma yourself !!! 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 11, 2007, 10:35:12 PM
Quote from: xterjstrap on February 11, 2007, 10:11:36 PM
I'm glad I gave you guys a reason to wake up, now if only you'd wake up DURING the season! Oh, and get a life guys---15,858; 228; 892; 713; 11,227; 306 ? Nothing better to do, huh?
Hey Ralphie, give yourself a +1 Karma yourself !!! 

We wake up just fine during the season, but none of the people who posted are Centennial Conference fans. However, people know when an irrational argument is going on and they flock to it.

Some people don't just post to complain. Some have observations about Division III to pass along that aren't biased.

The football All-Region teams are actually chosen by staff and SIDs, not just SIDs.

Quote from: xterjstrap on February 11, 2007, 10:11:36 PM
Even the NFL has 2nd team All-Pro and many more than 22 players recognized as pro bowl honorees and they only have 32 teams!

Same here. Do you even know what you're talking about?

And if you're going to just make stuff up, go post on AOL's message boards, not here. This isn't even close to true.

Quote from: xterjstrap on February 11, 2007, 10:11:36 PM
And even MT. Union does not impress me anymore---it must be real tough for a bunch of DI, IA & II players to move down and all go to the same school to beat up on non-scholarship players.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 11, 2007, 10:35:57 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on February 11, 2007, 10:35:12 PM
Quote from: xterjstrap on February 11, 2007, 10:11:36 PM
I'm glad I gave you guys a reason to wake up, now if only you'd wake up DURING the season! Oh, and get a life guys---15,858; 228; 892; 713; 11,227; 306 ? Nothing better to do, huh?
Hey Ralphie, give yourself a +1 Karma yourself !!! 

We wake up just fine during the season, but none of the people who posted are Centennial Conference fans. However, people know when an irrational argument is going on and they flock to it.

Some people don't just post to complain. Some have observations about Division III to pass along that aren't biased.

The football All-Region teams are actually chosen by staff and SIDs, not just SIDs.

Quote from: xterjstrap on February 11, 2007, 10:11:36 PM
Even the NFL has 2nd team All-Pro and many more than 22 players recognized as pro bowl honorees and they only have 32 teams!

Same here -- four teams. Do you even know what you're talking about?

And if you're going to just make stuff up, go post on AOL's message boards, not here. This isn't even close to true.

Quote from: xterjstrap on February 11, 2007, 10:11:36 PM
And even MT. Union does not impress me anymore---it must be real tough for a bunch of DI, IA & II players to move down and all go to the same school to beat up on non-scholarship players.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 14, 2007, 08:48:54 AM
Abbomonte was by far the best player on either side of the ball in the CC this past season.  He, like Ringgold the year before, was skrewed out of player of the year honors, and both should have been All-Americans, by all publications.  No other player took over the game like Abbomonte, and oppositions dictated their game plan based on him.  It is a tragedy that Dube was POY.  Abbomonte was a great leader and was "that McDaniel player" like Ringgold, Wilchinski, Bartolain, and Sileki before him.  It is a fact that the best defensive player in the conference ALWAYS wears the green and gold.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC#1fan on February 16, 2007, 12:02:03 AM
Let's not kid ourselves and compare Ringold to Wilchinski, Bartolain and Sileki.  Thats a kid among men.  Sileki, as barbaric as he was, was a great motivator and a hard worker.  Bartolain, as a player, was at the least, a great defensive player and a great captain. Wilchinski, although he had trouble getting off blocks, was a football players player, in the weight room before anyone, at the meeting before anyone, and worked harder than anyone.  Ringold was just some kid with just some talent on a less than mediocre football team.  Although I do admire your pathos for the green terrible, lets not forget to put players in context of their league.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 16, 2007, 10:32:14 AM
Less than mediocre?  Nationally ranked defenses are less than mediocre? Despite the Green Terrors lack of offense during Ringgold's junior and senior year, the defense was nationally ranked during each of these seasons, and no one in the conference was more feared than Ringgold.  Back to back 20+ tackle games, i'd say he deserves to be in the same conversation as Wilchinski and others, and i'm sure Wilchinski and Bartolain would agree.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on February 16, 2007, 12:09:57 PM
Quote from: Terrorizer24 on February 16, 2007, 10:32:14 AM
Less than mediocre?  Nationally ranked defenses are less than mediocre? Despite the Green Terrors lack of offense during Ringgold's junior and senior year, the defense was nationally ranked during each of these seasons, and no one in the conference was more feared than Ringgold.  Back to back 20+ tackle games, i'd say he deserves to be in the same conversation as Wilchinski and others, and i'm sure Wilchinski and Bartolain would agree.

Ever considered they have been "nationally ranked" because of the lack of offense in the Centennial?

A good example is Curry.  Year in and year out, they have had on the best defenses in the country (statistically - just like McDaniel).  Curry has made the NCAA playoffs the last four years because of that "nationally ranked" defense.  They've also lost in the first round every year, giving up 42, 37, 35, and 34 points in those four losses.

Point being, I wouldn't measure a defense by just the stats.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 16, 2007, 02:27:54 PM
Well that IS how defense's are ranked, by statistics, and the whole point of this arguement is that Riggold was the best defensive player in the CC 2 seasons ago and Abbomonte was this past season, and neither received POY because the Terror's offense was sub par and lost a bunch of games for McDaniel.  The Defensive POY should be awarded to the best defensive player, not the defensive player who plays on a team with a good offense so they have a good record.  Thats the arguement, and the fact is McDaniel's offense is terrible because of keating, and the terror defense has been nationally ranked recently and yet 2 deserving players were short changed on post season awards.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 16, 2007, 08:37:10 PM
However, in the rest of Division III, having a defense that dominated other Centennial teams doesn't put a player on a national pedestal.

Which is why our awards have come out the way they have.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 16, 2007, 08:46:32 PM
I see McDaniel didn't exactly dominate other Centennial teams, either.

TOTAL DEFENSE            G  Rush Pass Plys Yards  Avg  TD Yds/G
---------------------------------------------------------------
1. Ursinus............. 11  1030 1597  693  2627  3.8  15 238.8
2. Muhlenberg.......... 10   917 1629  622  2546  4.1  21 254.6
3. Johns Hopkins....... 10   906 1651  628  2557  4.1  18 255.7
4. Dickinson........... 11   850 2008  661  2858  4.3  28 259.8
5. Franklin & Marshall. 10  1607 1653  565  3260  5.8  32 326.0
6. McDaniel............ 10  1706 1856  685  3562  5.2  30 356.2
7. Gettysburg.......... 10  1810 1942  714  3752  5.3  33 375.2


Now, as was mentioned the offense for McDaniel was awful, in fact, the worst in the league. McDaniel's defense gave up the second-most yards in the league, but it was certainly on the field a lot.

However, it also gave up the third-most yards per play on defense, 5.2. That's not very impressive either. And it speaks to what Observation Deck wondered, whether anyone in front of Abbamonte could tackle.

Eastregioncoach, I'm sorry -- I don't know what position is being hired for at F&M.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 16, 2007, 10:40:55 PM
This year the terror defense didnt dominate like in previous years, i agree with that, i am simply stating that abbomonte was skrewed out of POY, and out of all-american honors, his numbers unlike the rest of the terror d WERE dominant
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: xterjstrap on February 17, 2007, 01:51:59 AM
the players'stats against teams outside the conference (i.e. Bridgewater), weren't shabby either. PC, just drop the whole idea---with your infinite firsthand PLAYING experience and knowledge, we can't hope to explain that football instincts (i.e. getting to the ball ...meaning TACKLES) are God-given and mean the same at ALL levels. A player who makes the plays by instincts is gonna make the play at any level, regardless of size, speed etc. Just because those instinctive moves to the ball were made against the inferior level of play as you say the CC is, doesn't mean it wouldn't be so against BETTER teams...playmakers remain playmakers where ever they go! Since the CC is so low in your mind, you should just not cover them at all...it would be better than listening to your OBVIOUS BIAS (which you accuse anyone of who knows a player and posts ). Its great to know that you are independently wealthy and do your GURU (give me a freakin' break...get a life, I love sports and football too, but theres other things in life, try women some time,... maybe that'll keep you off netspace for a few minutes) stuff just for fun and don't need the money like Hansen! [15,976 posts;whew you better save those hands for other interests!]
What is your MAGIC formula that makes up for, according to you, the uneven playing fields? Rating defenses has ALWAYS been done by stats; and player performance has, too. You just don't get it. In the NFL, a player does not get Pro Bowl or All-Poo just because he was on the Championship team. And a player isn't PENALIZED because he plays in the WEAKER NFC!
Make it easy on yourself, call Bartolain and Wilchinski at McDaniel...they coached Abbamonte and may just have a surprise for you! Don't rely on me 'cause...whew... I'm BIASED!!! I believe they just might say that Abbo was the best D3 DB to come along in quite awhile! Nobody (other than RINGGOLD), so completely dominated the games they played in than them. It's a shame you're so busy cozying-up to the Big Boys that you never got to see them play! Your loss!!! I know there are many, many other outstanding players, just none that grabbed your immediate attention and held it thru-out a game (and season) like those two. I think maybe the CC might have been under pressure from always giving DPOY to a TERROR!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: xterjstrap on February 17, 2007, 01:58:12 AM
Oh, yeah. If you want to see how a player dominates games, go to McDaniel's website and listen to their game broadcasts. You''ll get so sick of hearing Abbamonte's name, it just may change your mind. If you'd like to see a game on film, I'm sure Fordyce would comply. I'd send you our videos, but you'd accuse me of doctoring them as BIASED as they'd seem toward Abbamonte's play!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 17, 2007, 01:59:09 AM
Quote from: xterjstrap on February 17, 2007, 01:51:59 AM
the players'stats against teams outside the conference (i.e. Bridgewater), weren't shabby either. PC, just drop the whole idea---with your infinite firsthand PLAYING experience and knowledge, we can't hope to explain that football instincts (i.e. getting to the ball ...meaning TACKLES) are God-given and mean the same at ALL levels.

And with your infinite bias, we can't make you understand that there's a reason the Centennial performs so poorly in the NCAA playoffs -- the teams and players are not that good on a national level.

So perhaps you should drop it. If you need to pull the 'you never played the game' card to win this argument, that's a sign you have nothing to stand on.

Guess we should limit the fans of Division III solely to people who played? Stands would be pretty darn empty. But I guess only former players get to have an opinion.

Boards would be pretty quiet too. Quieter than this one already is.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 17, 2007, 02:01:09 AM
Quote from: xterjstrap on February 17, 2007, 01:51:59 AM
Rating defenses has ALWAYS been done by stats; and player performance has, too. You just don't get it. In the NFL, a player does not get Pro Bowl or All-Poo just because he was on the Championship team. And a player isn't PENALIZED because he plays in the WEAKER NFC!

No it hasn't. Just in your mind.

That's funny -- no, a player does not get penalized for the Pro Bowl for playing in the NFC. That's the equivalent of the NFC's All-Conference team!

Spare me your ramblings. You make no sense whatsoever. You want to compare a deep 32-team league of professionals to a division of 234 teams? No chance that makes any sense.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 17, 2007, 02:17:43 AM
Quote from: xterjstrap on February 17, 2007, 01:51:59 AM
Its great to know that you are independently wealthy and do your GURU (give me a freakin' break...get a life, I love sports and football too, but theres other things in life, try women some time,... maybe that'll keep you off netspace for a few minutes) stuff just for fun and don't need the money like Hansen! [15,976 posts;whew you better save those hands for other interests!]

Alright, well, if you're going to get personally insulting (your posts are so painful to read that I'm just finding this nugget) then I'm not going to participate in this conversation anymore.

Yeah, over nine years and D3football.com, D3hoops.com and D3baseball.com I have made a few posts. And I am hardly independently wealthy -- I just am not looking to make a buck off the All-Americans and their families. See, here at D3sports.com we have visitors. We have traffic. And millions of people come here every year. That's because we're the authoritative source on Division III. We have the experience and the lack of bias to present a balanced look at Division III.

Obviously that is not going to please every biased fan. But we are not here to pander. We're here to tell you what's what in Division III.

As a reminder, your family already had this conversation with us in December. Your points are not any more valid now than they were then. Prolonging it does not injure our reputation one bit -- but it makes the Abbamonte family look like a bunch of whiners.

Please spare us the rest.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on February 17, 2007, 10:14:31 AM
Geez.  I never thought I'd see the day where the Centennial board was so alive in February.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on February 17, 2007, 12:55:33 PM
xterjstrap (Mr. Abbamonte),

Let your nephew's performance on the field speak for itself.  Don't let honors and awards dictate his standing as a great player.  I saw him play four times (against Bridgewater), and I was very impressed.  I worked at McDaniel a year, and the time I met him he was a nice young man.

Just let it go.  If anything, you're making people who were impressed by Drew (like myself) doubt it if a family member has to come on a message board and argue the case for his ability.

The thing that jumps out at me - that isn't so obvious - about your argument with Mr. Coleman is that you're admitting D3football.com's All-America teams are the most accepted.  Why else would you waste so much energy on his website's message board saying he should have picked Drew?  If you really think Don Hansen has the most respected AA teams, then be happy with Drew's selection.  Otherwise, the more the argue the point, the more it looks like you're saying...

Quote from: xterjstrapMr. Coleman,

I'm really proud of my nephew's performance this year. Even though he was named All-America by other sources, I feel like he didn't quite deserve it seeing D3football.com didn't recognize him with the same honor.

Thank you for being the editor and publisher of D3football.com - which has given me the ability to be on this message board and speak my mind in the first place.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on February 27, 2007, 04:43:57 PM
Ok hopefully i won't get shot for saying this. 

Mcdaniel is notorious for juicing up their tackle stats....... NOTORIOUS.  Ron Ringgold was mentioned..... fine player, but his stats were so hyped it was silly.  He would touch a pile and get a solo.  There were plays he was not even near the tackle and earned assists. They had an agenda to get him POY his senior year (look at the cover of the media guide) and tried their damnest to get him there.  Sorry he simply was not the best defensive player that year.   

Drew was a good player on a bad team.  Dube was well deserving of the award.  I think Butler on Ursinus was more deserving as well, I would place Drew third.  Hell I think Hrynczyszyn was probably the best linebacker in the conference, so maybe he is 4th.  The point is the guy did a great job for Mcdaniel, but he didn't lead his team to anything, so hard to make a case for POY. 

No offense to the Green terror lovers here, but why are we discussing them so much?  It seems obvious the future of this conference is Hopkins, Ursinus, and Dickinson.  The days of Mcdaniel domminance are over.  Boo harris is not lining up for the terror next year.  Their defence is no longer domminant.  You want a top notch defense, look at Ursinus or Dickinson, both ranked nationally very highly. Unless the school goes back to allowing whomever they want in they will not have an easy fix the the talent void they have there now.   

How about some talk about these three top teams, one of which hopefully WILL BE RANKED NATIONALLY somepoint next year.  I can also agree to some of Coleman's points, but as I posted earlier, I think the poll and awards can be a little anti centennial...which is fine.  We need to win come playoff time.  Of course this is natural, they seemed down on Wesley, who dickinson was up on and should have beaten.  So if they are down on Wesley, well then they are down on the conference that loses to them.  Someone beats Rowan, maybe well get a little more respect.   

Anyways how about some talk of these three teams..... or how about F-M who seems like they could be going somewhere.... or what about gettysburg...... can they get a defense or win on the road next year?  The Mules going to be able to score points next year and replace the ever talent they loose each year to graduation.  Each year they graduate a top defender or two and never seem to be able to replace them.  What is up with that? 

Let's have some relevant talk like recruiting, not the green terror glory days forum in here. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 27, 2007, 07:09:41 PM
BearFan01

You are out of your mind!!!! If anything, McDaniel's stats are below actual numbers.  There were games in Ringgold's senior year where he was credited for 15 or so tackles, but game film would show well over 20.  Player of the Year, he deserved not just because he had twice as many tackles as the eventual winner of the award, but his impact to game was much higher and head to head, McDaniel defeated Muhlenburg 13-6 in a defensive battle during that season and both Ringgold and McCall had 6 tackles in that game (6 tackles doesn't sound like a "juiced" up number.  McDaniel had a better defense than Muhlenberg, and that is because of Ringgold.  McDaniel's star was better than Muhlenbergs star on the defensive side.  The fact that Muhlenberg gave up 13 points to McDaniel shows a lot about their defense.  McDaniels offense was terrible and it's defense was the only reason they won that game and for that matter any game all year. 

As for McDaniel's media guide.  They put Ringgold on the Cover with previous defensive players who happend to win POY awards for the Homecoming Game.  However, Ringgold and Abbomonte both continue the long line of Terror defenders who have dominated the conference and deserved POY honors.

The program at Ursinus had a decent year last year, thats it.  The year before terrible, and the year before that terrible.   You can continue to HOPE to be ranked, but you won't be because your program is simply not good.

I agree McDaniel is down, and has been for a few years, but McDaniel's defense is always good, and always has a POY candidate and in the past 2 years that candidate has had better numbers, better years, and simply been a better football player than the player who won the award.  Simply put Ringgold and Abbomonte were screwed out of the award.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 27, 2007, 07:20:22 PM
Ringgold vs. McCall statistically:

Solo Tackles
R-72
M-27

Advantage - Ringgold by a lot

Total Tackles
R- 136
M- 53

Advantage - Ringgold by a lot (note- McCall was 4th on his team in tackles)

TFL
R-12.5
M-14.5

Advantage - McCall by a little

Sacks
R-4.0
M-7.5

Advantage - McCall by a little


INT's
R-3 (1 for a TD)
M-2 (0 TD's)

Advantage - Ringgold by a little

Forced Fumbles
R-1
M-2

Advantage - McCall by a little

Team Record
McDaniel- 5-5
Muhlenberg 3-7

Obviously, Ringgold was more deserving, now everyone can admit he was screwed out of the award.  McCall had a GOOD year.  Ringgold had a POY type year.  It's a fact!

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 27, 2007, 07:35:13 PM
Abbamonte vs. Dube and vs. Butler becuase Bearfan threw his name in the mix:

Solo Tackles
A-67 (10 games)
D-54 (11 games)
B-39 (11 games ) note: 2nd on his team

Advantage- Abbamonte in less games

Total Tackles
A-125 (10 games)
D- 120 (11 games)
B- 68 (11 games) -why is he in this conversation again?

Advantage- Abbamonte in less games

TFL
A-11.5 (he's a DB)
D-17.5 (LB)
B- 10.0 (DB)

Advantage - Dube

Sacks
A-0.5 (again he's a DB)
D-5.5
B-2.5

Advantage - Dube

INT's
A-4
D-0
B-5 (1 for a TD)

Advantage - Butler

Pass Break Ups
A-3
D-0
B-5

Advantage Butler

Team Record
Mc- 4-6
D- 8-3
U-8-3

Numbers alone support Abbamonte in being the best defensive player.  No he wasn't on the best team, but he was the BEST player and that is what the award is.  Dube had a great year on a good team, Butler could be a POY candidate NEXT season if he has more tackles.  Abbamonte was the most feared and best defensive player in the conference and numbers support it.  It's a fact, better numbers in less games.  Abbamonte was screwed out of POY just as Ringgold was.  It is a FACT!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on February 27, 2007, 08:58:29 PM
Again, it is a known fact that Mcdaniel juices their tackle stats.  Drew did not get the special treatment as much as Ringgold, but this is just a league wide known fact. 

Drew was a lot better than ringgold, but you keep saying how all the coaches know he is the best......  Well the coaches sit in a meeting in lancaster and vote on this...... they did not vote him in.  Obviously they don't feel he was the best.  They also are not allowed to vote for their own players.... so not like they are stuffing the box for dube.  dube had a breakout season on a breakout team where they do not juice your tackle stats. 

You ask why butler is in the conversation but make all excuses for drew.  How about ursinus's defense is so good, you don't need your safety to make all your tackles.  They go 3 and out nearly every series, limiting tackle chances.  They run a 4-2-5, with butler back on the hash a bunch........  when your back on the hash and 3 of your 4 d-lineman are all conference, both your linebackers are all conference, ..... well you don't need to save a lot of touchdowns like drew did. 

I am not looking to bash drew at all, he is a good player.  A POY needs to make everyone around him better and lead his team to something.  Mcdaniel was poor this year, and the team stats on defense are BAD.  The guy had a lot of tackles, he is a good tackler.  He did not have as many tackles as he is credited for..... that is not his fault, or to say he isn't good, he simply plays at mcdaniel.  A POY doesn't have to be the best player on the best team, and he doesn't have to have the best stats in human history...... a POY has to make a difference.  Dube has made a huge difference on dickinson, last year he missed time with a broken leg.  They go about 500.  He is back all season, has great numbers, and leads the team to the playoffs.  Butler arrives in collegeville and the bears are suddenly good again. 

Sorry for Drew, but maybe there are just too many holes in the dam at mcdaniel, but he did not make a difference other than preventing loses from being worse then they were.   

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 27, 2007, 10:48:35 PM
You are correct, a POY has to make a difference.  A POY is simply the best player, no matter the team, the player that stands out brighter than anyone else, and if you saw any CC games this year or last, the brightest stars on defense were Ringgold and Abbamonte in their respective years.  Butler wasn't a difference maker, maybe he will be next year.  Ringgold and Abbamonte were.  Ringgold and McCall weren't even close statistically, atleast Dube and Abbamonte's numbers were similiar, so i don't have as large of a problem with that selection.  That choice came down to who was on the better team.  And Dube was not the difference in their record change from 1 year to the next, The Devils offense scored 5 more points a game in the most recent year.  As for Ringgold stats being juiced, if anything they were understated as Abbamonte's were. I dont think McDaniel would pad a players stats 1 year and then not the next, think about it.  Statistics at McDaniel are legit and always have been, and the official stats are kept by the home team, in Ringgolds 6 away games in his senior year he had 16, 12, 8, 24, 21, & 17 tackles.  You don't think opposing CC schools would pad Ringgold's stats do you?  So much for that theory.  Please just admit the obvious, Ringgold and Abbamonte were the most deserving and were not selected for who know's what reason.  It's a fact that the most deserving don't always get what they deserve, it is a fact of life.  I just hope the people who post on this site know the facts and realize who was truely the most deserving.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on February 27, 2007, 10:55:54 PM
Quote from: BearFan01 on February 27, 2007, 08:58:29 PM
Again, it is a known fact that Mcdaniel juices their tackle stats.  Drew did not get the special treatment as much as Ringgold, but this is just a league wide known fact.

I was going to let you ramble on and look stupid, but you're getting sort of carried away now.

A team - like McDaniel - who struggles on offense will obviously have "juiced up tackle stats."

Think about it ... it's not that hard to understand.  A defense will be on the field longer (a.k.a. for more plays) if an offense fails to pick up first downs.  This has been the case for the Green Terror the last few seasons.

And if you still think they "juice their stats," simply look at their solo-to-assisted tackle ratio.  It's actually higher than most teams.

So get a grip, dude.  Not sure what your beef is with McDaniel ... but it's obvious to the knowledgeable football person that McDaniel records stats just like the next school.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 27, 2007, 11:53:41 PM
Here are some facts

In 2005 Dickinson played 5 games with Dube - they were 1 and 4
they played 5 games without him - they were 3 and 2. 
Difference Maker?????

In 2005 McDaniel Played an average of 76 plays per game on defense, the CC average - about 72 plays per game.  (Add up each teams statistics if you want).  In 2006 McDaniel played an average of 68 plays per game on defense, Ursinus - 63, the CC average - about 65.  We are talking about approx. 4 plays per game off the league average.  Not enough to "JUICE" up McDaniel stats. 

As for your "solo-to-assisted" tackle ratio (a very popular stat used to judge the accuracy of a stat keeper according to BEARFAN), The Home Team keeps the official statistics.  In 2005 - Ringgold recorded 17 solo and 7 assists at Dickinson.  Please tell me that you don't think Dickinson's stat keeper wanted to "JUICE" up Ringgold's stats.  The fact that the Home team keeps the stats prevents such "Juicing" of a certain players stats. 

Bring real FACTS to the arguement BEARFAN.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on February 28, 2007, 09:28:55 AM
listen I have no interest in getting in some pissing match with mcdaniel fans.......

Your opinion is you have the best defensive player in the conference year in and year out. 

I disagree. 

I do not think ron ringgold was better than the undersized kid he played next to his senior year, i think that kid was a lot better actually, and I saw 3 mcdaniel games that season. I think drew was a lot better canidate for POY than ringgold was.  I said that already.   

I have no magical formula or anything else when it comes to tackle stats.  I do know that stats in our conference are often wrong......  with credit going to the wrong players.  With ringgold, that seemed to happen in his favor A LOT.... watch a tape with a play by play and see how many times he was credited with a tackle but wasn't even close. Seeing they came out and said from day one of preseason and said he should be POY that year, it seems even more suspicious.  Doesn't it also seem suspicious he was light years ahead of everyone else in the tackle stats ...I mean ridiculously... it was not like this season at mcdaniel...... he had 3 good dlineman playing in front of him, a great backer next to him, and drew behind him.... yet he was making 17, 18, ..ect tackles a game......  seems highly suspicious.  As for POY that year, Mccall single handledly beat teams and scored multiple times that season.  With him blitzing, he could take over a game.  Ringgold was a good player on a defense of good players.  As mcdaniel fans you should know ron was far from alone out there his senior year, he played with some very good players. 

Which is a great case why butler should not have won POY this season...... he plays with a ton of great other players.  Dube does as well, but my biased opinion is he has less talent around him then the guys at ursinus. 

That is my answers to your porblems with my statements.   I give them only to not be seen as ducking your responses.  I'd much rather discuss the future of the league then 2 seasons ago.   

I have no problem with mcdaniel...... I just have little interest in talking about a program which was not a contender, not even close to one, and has seemingly little chance of being one this season.  I see Hopkins having a ton of good freshman playing last season...... so they look to be quite good.  Dickinson moves Mitchelll to qb.... should change the offense up and they have some holes to fill, but also look good.  The bears..... well with just a little offense they could really make some noise. 

That is interesting centennial talk.  Carrying on about a player who graduates (is he graduating?...his 4 years are up) and is done playing seems pointless.  We all know you guys think he should have won the award.... many people don't, including the centennial coaches.  D-3football.com also did see him as an all american...... so be it.  Don hansen did not see a Mcdaniel game this season, but I am sure what's his name did.  I am sure they (@d3football.com) are more knowldgeable about the mid atlantic than don hansen. 

You want to talk mcdaniel..... you guys have a tailback yet?  How about an o-lineman or two?  Brad needs a lot of help on offense.  On defense, you were amoungst the worst in the league and lose your best player..... how you plan on being better? 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 28, 2007, 10:30:14 AM
Just to follow up, and to get the last word, Ringgold did play with some talented players, and he was the most talented.  I'm not sure who you thought was a better linebacker who played with him.  Certainly not Matt Lufkin (a JR in Ringgolds SR season) who would split time at the spot in that season and his senior year (2006).  So i'm not quite sure where you were going with that.  Ringgold did have a few good D-Lineman in front of him for a total of 3 games of which they were all healthy, after that you saw a lot of different D-Lineman in there, no true standouts.  Yes, he had Drew behind him, and often the 2 combined for the bulk of the tackles.  I'm glad that you stated facts in your most recent post.  And True- The CC is often wrong about statistics, but those statistics are what we go on.  If we went on game film Ringgold may have had closer to 170 tackles than the 136 he was credited for.  I saw every game he played that year, and 136 was an understatement.  Finally, i entered this conversation because that is what people were talking about on this board, notice i did not start the conversation.  I would be glad to talk about the future of the CC.  McDaniel has no Offense besides BAER again this season.  Defensively, the Terror lost its best player (Abbamonte) but returns experience at the linebacker and d-line positions.  No POY candidate this year, maybe a few 1st teamers in Zabko, Catucci, and perhaps Giusti (the younger brother of a previous ALL CC defender from McDaniel).  The younger Giusti makes the transition from D-Line to LB this year in an effort to combine with Zabko as a dominate duo in the CC.  Catucci has been a stud since is freshman year, and often gets double and triple teamed, so it is obvious some others will have to step up for the Terror to return to its dominance.  I've heard from inside sources that recruiting has gone exceptionally well and some quality o-lineman should be making their way into Westminster come August.  Certainly hope so after the dismal years offensively in the past few seasons.   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on February 28, 2007, 11:43:57 AM
First off, I'm a Bridgewater fan.

Secondly, to say this ...

Quote from: BearFan01 on February 27, 2007, 08:58:29 PM
Again, it is a known fact that Mcdaniel juices their tackle stats. [...] this is just a league wide known fact.

... and then this ...

Quote from: BearFan01 on February 28, 2007, 09:28:55 AMI have no problem with mcdaniel...... I just have little interest in talking about a program which was not a contender, not even close to one, and has seemingly little chance of being one this season.

... is sort of contradictory.  If not contradictory, than it's clear you have no legitimate reason(s) why you questioned the credibility of a Sports Information office.

If you have a "problem" with who is (or isn't) picked for POTY, then don't say false and tactless statements like a school "juicing up stats."
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on February 28, 2007, 12:11:57 PM
Regarding McDaniel's reign being over...

I wouldn't get too excited.  Sure, it's clear that McDaniel going a combined 20-20 over the last four seasons isn't as good as their 38-8 record the previous four years.  But recent history has shown that it doesn't take much to contend for a conference championship.

Yes, their 4-6 record in 2006 was their first sub-.500 season since 1996 ... but also keep in mind that McDaniel and Dickinson were both 6-4 in 2004, and that was good enough to share the Centennial crown.

So BearFan01 ... just keep in mind you'd be a lot better received on this board if you were more kosher.  I'm sure you wouldn't appreciate a Terror fan saying;

"Well, Ursinus hadn't had a winning season in four years until 2006." or "The Bears had lost nine-straight to the Terror prior to last season's win."

Why would either of those statements help an argument having to do with who should or shouldn't be POTY?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on February 28, 2007, 01:17:30 PM
sheesh can't escape having to talk about Mcdaniel....and defending oneself if you dare say anything about the place. 

I share the opinion of the coaches of the conference, that drew wasn't the poy.  When there are angry rants sent to AD's, Coaches, SID's, and then posts everywhere about the terrible injustice done, I figured I would speak up as another voice.  People have been carrying on since the results were announced.  That was pre-thanksgiving.  It is basically march..... I, like everyone else, would like to move on; especially on verge of spring practice.  The kid had a great career... let it be.  You guys think him and ringgold got screwed...... well many people don't.  Both are long over with.  You guys want to carry on about it...fine.  Some of us would like to hear about actual news in the conference, not history.   

As for me contradicting myself or not..... I do not like the accuracy of Mcdaniel tackle stats.  That does not mean I have a gripe with Mcdaniel.  I would have to have a lot more interest in Mcdaniel to have such a strong opinion or even contradict myself.  I obviously am trying to get talk going about the other teams in the conference. 

My arguing about the POY.... I am again stating why people might not share your view point, an obviously popular one outside of Western Maryland.  I am far more interested in who Mcdaniel is recruiting then talking about POY from last season. 

As for my thinking the Mcdaniel reign being over...... that team dominated this conference for years.  Fact.  Now they do not. Fact.  They were dead last in almost all offenseive cats.  Fact.  They were nearly last in most team defensive cats.  Fact.  They lose their best player on the team and on defense. Fact.  They couldn't run the ball last season. Fact.  They had trouble protecting the qb. Fact.  They graduate some of the offesnive lineman who couldn't protect that qb. Fact. 

This would seem to me that they can't be seen  as a top team comming back next season.  Now could they contend next year...... duh.... that is why you play the game to quote herm edwards.  Needless to say though it is a safe bet they will not top the pre-season conference poll.  This is not being a hater or me "getting too excited" this is me looking at the facts.  It would seem they have some work to do.  Can they do it, sure.  Are the odds in their favor,  no. Terrorizer says they are doing well recruiting... that is a good start (and actual news, not ancient history).  I think we all know it is not easy to win a conference with freshman though.   

As far as being recieved..... I don't want to talk about POY or Mcdaniel really, so I won't be well receieved.... I still just would like to hear about hopkins and dickinson..... and about non mcdaniel teams and what they are looking at going into spring practice..... As for the bears not being very good in the past..... well it is just that, the past.  Could i point to the late 90's when they were right there with Mcdaniel....sure, but what good is that? They had a very good season last year and return most of their players.  That seems to be a reason to forget the past and look at the future in collegeville, and that is worth getting excited about.     
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on February 28, 2007, 01:39:05 PM
Quote from: BearFan01 on February 28, 2007, 01:17:30 PMI do not like the accuracy of Mcdaniel tackle stats.

What does that even mean?!?  Haha.

Terrorizer24 gave a great example of Ringgold having 24 tackles AT Dickinson.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 28, 2007, 06:12:22 PM
I'll support it a little further....

in 2005- Ringgold had 136 total stops,

At home - 49  - 9.8 per game
On the road- 87 - 17.4 per game

Bearfan's theory is CRAZY! 

in 2006 - Abbamonte had 125 total stops,

At home - 76   (6 games)      12.6 per game
On the road- 49   (4 games)  12.25 per game

Looks to be consistant.  So Bearfan, the CC and McDaniel's stats are consistant.  No Juicing there. 

Thank you Matt for your support, and being a Bridgewater fan, you can remember the impact that both Ringgold and Abbamonte brought to the table each game.  Being from outside the conference it is nice to hear an unbiased opinion.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on February 28, 2007, 06:18:23 PM
Normally, I would stay out of this sort of thing.....

Quote"Again, it is a known fact that Mcdaniel juices their tackle stats."

But as the person responsible for McDaniel's stats at the time in question, I think I'll chime in. Your known fact is based on a demonstrably false premise.

That statement is patently absurd, and falls apart entirely with the facts. Convert assisted tackles into half tackles, and add them to the solo tackles, and you have the actual number of stops doled out by the game's statistician. Subtract that number from the number of total defensive plays, and you will have the number of plays that ended w/o a tackle – via slip, out-of-bounds on own accord, knee touched on reception, etc.

Because you have called my integrity into question, I went ahead and did that math for you. As it turns out, McDaniel is right in the middle of the pack in 2004 and 2005 (my final years as the Sports Information Director at McDaniel) in terms of plays ending with credited stops. Would you care to guess which institution had the least number of plays ending by means other than a tackle in each of those two years? Reminds of the ole ball coach saying about pointing a finger and the three that are pointing right back at you.

Further, Ron Ringgold actually benefited from playing on the road in terms of assisted and total tackles. In six road games in 2005 (the home team is responsible for stats) he earned 2.33 more assisted tackles per game than he did at home. In 2004, he earned 1.75 less assisted tackles per game at Bair Stadium than he did on the road.

I will assume that you are a coach, since you are watching film with a play-by-play. As a coach, I am certain that you are aware that the Conference allows for coaches (with the benefit of a tight shot from the endzone and press box, and a wide shot from the pressbox, as well as a clicker in both directions) the opportunity to make changes to stats through SIDs, particularly in the area in question. I would also say that of the nine home games at McDaniel over my final two years, five were spotted by the visiting SID. I can think of only two that I spotted on the road.

2005      6 Road Games, 4 Home Games
Team      Solo   AST   TOT   1/2          Plays   W/OT
Dickinson   391   345   736   563.5   684           121
F&M             397   424   821   609          740           131
Gettysburg   460   296   729   608          773           165
JHU             346   442   788   567          719           152
McDaniel          450   352   802   626          760           134
M'berg      377   290   667   522           664   142
Ursinus          429   363   792   610.5   720          110
                                                                       AVG. - 136.42

2004   5 Road Games, 5 Home Games
Team      Solo   AST   TOT   ½   Plays   W/O T
Dickinson   352   336   688   520   664           144
F&M             419   454   873   646   812           166
Gettysburg   479   266   745   612   750            138
JHU             407   462   869   638   768            130
McD             369   280   649   509   640            131
M'Berg          361   314   675   518   670             152
Ursinus          431   310   741   586   700             114
                           AVG. 139.5
Ringgold
2005      GP   Solo   AST   TOT   Solo Avg          Ast Avg   
Home      4   29   20   49   7.25      5.0
Road      6   43   44   87   7.16      7.33

2004      GP   Solo   AST   TOT   Solo Avg          Ast Avg
Home      5   22   13   35   4.4             3.25
Away      5   18   25   43   3.6              5.0


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 28, 2007, 07:37:15 PM
I'm with you pizzashop.  McDaniel stats are legit in ALL sports!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BearFan01 on February 28, 2007, 08:01:44 PM
I remember why i stopped posting on here back a few years ago..... and here it is right in front of me.  Ever wonder why this board is dead.... quite obvious why.   

Secondly, not a coach, though I had a helmet on my head back in the day.  I do have friends in the bussiness and throughout the conference. 

My opinion is my own, and it is one shared by many people whom you used to compete against while working for Mcdaniel.   

As for yourself, I hope your not still an SID, seems rather unprofessional for an SID to be posting on a message board.  I also hope you can explain to Mcdaniel fans who bombarded all the Ad, SID, and coaches of the conference that POY voting is only done by head coaches, not the Ad's or SID's.  No need to send a bunch of letters, faxes, and emails (often with beautiful colorfull language to emphasis their points I have heard) to people who have no involvement in the process.   

As for my criticism, it is part of athletics, whether you like it or not.  I didn't get a chance to "defend" my integrity as Mcdaniel fans said my mother (who was in attentance) was a whore, or that I suck "explative", or get to reply to the beer as it was flung on me.  Maybe someday you Mcdaniel guys can tell me about all the integrity you so desperately defend. 

Look foward to comming down to Western Maryland or whatever the name of that place is now this week and watching you guys class it per ussual when the bears come to town.  Hopefully this year, you guys can score a point.  Have fun with your crying session here, keep ruining the board. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on February 28, 2007, 08:39:45 PM
Go Hop!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on February 28, 2007, 08:49:48 PM
Quote from: BearFan01 on February 28, 2007, 08:01:44 PM
I remember why i stopped posting on here back a few years ago..... and here it is right in front of me.  Ever wonder why this board is dead.... quite obvious why.

Ahh yes ... the scary, know-it-all McDaniel fans run everyone off.  Are you really a college graduate?  That statement seems kind of middle school-ish.

Admit it (well, I guess you won't know since you "left") ... the reason you're backtracking is because you realize how absurd your claim is.  It went from what seemed to be a well thought out argument why one person should have won the POTY award over another, to a ridiculous claim that you have YET to backup.

You know very well why this board is "dead."  Football is the second, third, or fourth sport at all the Centennial schools.  I've attended quite a few CC games over the years and the attendance for them is pretty poor.  Therefore it makes sense that few fans would be on here talking about their respective team.

Quote from: BearFan01 on February 28, 2007, 08:01:44 PMMy opinion is my own, and it is one shared by many people whom you used to compete against while working for Mcdaniel.

Good, I'm glad there are others you know who have erroneous opinions of the stat-keeping at McDaniel.  You can now pass along all to them how silly their views were.

Quote from: BearFan01 on February 28, 2007, 08:01:44 PMAs for yourself, I hope your not still an SID, seems rather unprofessional for an SID to be posting on a message board.

Wow ... you really find it OK to call out the credibility of a Sports Information office out in a public forum (as you hide your identity), and then call someone out (again) for simply setting the record straight?!

Quote from: BearFan01 on February 28, 2007, 08:01:44 PMAs for my criticism, it is part of athletics, whether you like it or not.  I didn't get a chance to "defend" my integrity as Mcdaniel fans said my mother (who was in attentance) was a whore, or that I suck "explative", or get to reply to the beer as it was flung on me.  Maybe someday you Mcdaniel guys can tell me about all the integrity you so desperately defend.

I'm sorry those things happened you and your mother.  Unfortunately, that stuff happens on a lot of college campuses across the country, and something should definitely be done about it.  When I was at a DI-AA game this past year (at James Madison Univ.), I was witness to a gentleman being throw out for yelling inappropriate things.  I don't see why that can't be done in Division III stadiums.  I just don't want you thinking it's a "McDaniel thing."  I'll admit - the students at Bridgewater get out of hand too.  I'm certainly not proud of that fact.

Quote from: BearFan01 on February 28, 2007, 08:01:44 PMLook foward to comming down to Western Maryland or whatever the name of that place is now this week and watching you guys class it per ussual when the bears come to town.  Hopefully this year, you guys can score a point.  Have fun with your crying session here, keep ruining the board.

Well, with that kind of "send off," you certainly won't garner any "oh BearFan01, please come back ... we're so sorry we hurt your feelings."  But I will say that it was nice having a voice from Ursinus.  It's never a good thing for a discussion forum when there's once voice that dominates.  I'd suggest you simply read the board this offseason and then come back under a different email and name once the 2007 season nears.  Your insight was welcomed until the poor McDaniel stat-keeping claim.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on February 28, 2007, 08:51:10 PM
Quote from: mandfense on February 28, 2007, 08:39:45 PM
Go Hop!!!!!!!

Haha.

Thanks mandfense.  Very refreshing. :)

Any fun news from Baltimore?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on February 28, 2007, 09:15:46 PM
Quote from: Matt Barnhart (kid) on February 28, 2007, 08:49:48 PMI've attended quite a few CC games over the years and the attendance for them is pretty poor. 

Perhaps the only school with solid attendance is McDaniel, however most of those fans spend the entire game tail-gating and watching.  A great atmosphere for a College Student, and for football in general, not the best venue for a 12th man.  But a fun place to watch a game.

Let's try to post about topics that can be supported and actually make sense, not like BEARFAN, but i'm pretty sure he has moon-walked his way back to Collegeville PA
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on March 05, 2007, 12:58:11 PM
Quote from: pizzashop on February 28, 2007, 06:18:23 PM
I will assume that you are a coach, since you are watching film with a play-by-play. As a coach, I am certain that you are aware that the Conference allows for coaches (with the benefit of a tight shot from the endzone and press box, and a wide shot from the pressbox, as well as a clicker in both directions) the opportunity to make changes to stats through SIDs, particularly in the area in question.

Is this true, really? Because the NCAA does NOT allow this. In fact, it specifically prohibits postgame adjustments to tackles.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on March 10, 2007, 11:07:10 AM
Sorry Pat, but it absolutely does not prohibit correction in the case of obvious errors or misidentified players. The spirit of the rule is to prevent is wholesale changes at the discretion of coaches. Since most SIDs lack the time to sit around and rewatch games, the people who alert us to these obvious errors are the people who do - coaches.

Taken directly from the NCAA manual in the tackles section...

QuoteThis policy does not preclude a conference or institution from making after-the-game changes to press-box statistics. This is consistent with existing NCAA policies involving corrections to any offensive statistics after a contest. Any changes to press-box statistics must be obvious errors, such as misidentified players, and should not be interpreted as a way for pressbox statistics to be later "updated" by the coaching films.

If a coach from an opposing institution's coach asks his SID to request a change in a game I scored because a 38 looked like an 88 from where I was sitting, but 88 was on the sideline not dressed... well, your reading of the spirit of the rule means tough stuff for 38.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on March 11, 2007, 01:13:10 PM
I see. However, I think anyone other than an SID reading your Feb. 28 post would have assumed my interpretation rather than yours.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on March 11, 2007, 08:45:38 PM
Point taken.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Snakehandler on March 12, 2007, 11:02:27 AM
I created a NCAA basketball Fantasy Bracket on Yahoo.com

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Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: willierobin on March 21, 2007, 04:46:45 PM
What's going on at MacDaniel? I heard that several coaches left and that the best d-lineman (Catucci?) quit. Anyone know the deal?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on April 25, 2007, 01:19:31 PM
Hopkins schedule for next year is posted on their website.

2007-2008 SCHEDULE

Date Opponent / Event Location Time/Result

09/01/07 at Hampden-Sydney Hampden-Sydney, VA 1:00 p.m. ET
09/08/07 vs. Randolph-Macon Homewood Field 1:00 p.m. ET
09/15/07 vs. Gettysburg  Homewood Field 1:00 p.m. ET
09/22/07 vs. Moravian  Homewood Field 1:00 p.m. ET
09/29/07 at Muhlenberg  Allentown, PA 1:00 p.m. ET
10/06/07 at Dickinson  Carlisle, PA 1:00 p.m. ET
10/13/07 vs. Ursinus  Homewood Field 1:00 p.m. ET
10/27/07 at Juniata  Huntingdon, PA 1:00 p.m. ET
11/03/07 vs. Franklin & Marshall  Homewood Field 1:00 p.m. ET
11/10/07 at McDaniel  Westminster, MD 1:00 p.m. ET
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on May 05, 2007, 09:56:20 AM
   A note for those of you who follow Johns Hopkins U and the Naval Academy sports...
  Colby Umbrell who played football for Johns Hopkins in the ealry 2000's was killed in Iraq on Thursday. He was on he was from Doylestown Pa.
  Travis Manion a standout wrestler at the Naval Academy was also killed this week in Iraq and was also from Doylestown Pa.
Both were excellent athletes and particapted in multiple sports in high school. Both also were very involved in helping the children in Iraq.

  http://www.phillyburbs.com/pb-dyn/news/113-05042007-1341164.html

  http://www.phillyburbs.com/pb-dyn/news/113-05042007-1340959.html


There are many more artciles on these two young men at  http://www.phillyburbs.com/
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on May 06, 2007, 08:54:58 PM
From the Hill in Westminster...

D-Cordinator, Brad Fordyce will be leaving the Terror for the same position at Susquehana.

I don't think this is just a rumor either.  This could spell trouble for an already struggling Green Terror unit.  The defense has been the lone bright spot in the past few seasons, and that could truely be in a great deal of trouble without Fordyce there.

Fordyce is an outstanding coach.  He really deserves a head coaching position.  I know a lot of people on the Hill were hoping he'd take over for Keating in the near future.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terror82 on May 17, 2007, 03:23:38 PM
Rumor confirmed:

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2007/05/16/sports/sports4.txt

Coach Fordyce was a good coach and its a shame to see him go, but I can understand his reasoning.

Terror football team seeking new defensive coordinator

By Josh Land, Times Staff Writer  Wednesday, May 16, 2007

McDaniel football coach Tim Keating hasn't had to search for a new defensive coordinator outside the program in 11 years.

With Brad Fordyce leaving the Green Terror for the same position at Susquehanna and several other assistants not returning, Keating is mounting a search once again.

Fordyce spent nine seasons with the program, including the last four as defensive coordinator. His goal is to become a head coach and to do so, both Fordyce and Keating said it's important to diversify his resume a little bit.

"I'm really just trying to gain a new experience, try and open some more doors for me professionally, just gain new insight," said Fordyce.

{remainder deleted to preserve newspaper's copyright}



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on June 01, 2007, 11:04:53 PM
Anyone know which other coaches aren't returning to McDaniel?  Any candidates for the DC yet?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: illinihscoach05 on June 05, 2007, 09:23:41 PM
I heard that the coaches at McDumbell were cutting and running for other reasons than what is being said.  There is a major question about financial aid to athletics that has been a factor before (mid to late 90s) that was covered up and the former lax coach took the brunt of it although football was the major violator in this scandal which went as far as Annapolis before being brushed under the carpet.  The name Hindman will arise before all is said and done and the illegal monies being doled out are being looked at INTENSELY!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on June 08, 2007, 11:02:40 PM
Hindman last coached in the early 80's.  Has he still been involved with the program?
Title: Centennial Conference in 2007
Post by: urban on June 22, 2007, 01:30:15 PM
Please predict how you think things will go this year?
How do you see Juniata doing?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on June 22, 2007, 01:49:13 PM
This conference is hard to get a read on even in its old configuration and I think it will be harder now. The standings are so tightly packed of late. But here goes.

I think Moravian slots in in the higher middle tier of the league, the ones that will be fighting to go 5-3 in this configuration. Juniata is going to have to fight to go 3-5 and might be destined for 2-6 or 1-7 without some major improvement. I look at the conference schedule and I can't point to a single game that I know Juniata will win, you know what I mean?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: urban on June 23, 2007, 09:44:38 AM
Pat,

thanks for the response.
I know very little about this confernce but would like to learn more.
What are the major issues keeping JU from competing?
Once again, thank you for your input.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Footballer22 on June 27, 2007, 02:12:55 PM
Pat and anyone else,

Who do you like as early favorites in the conference it seems like everyone had very young teams last year...maybe the conference will do some damage in the playoffs this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Big Scream on July 17, 2007, 11:30:56 PM
Here's how I think the new teams will fare:

Moravian

@ Susquehanna W
McDaniel W
LVC W
JHU L
Dickinson L
G'Burg W
F & M W
Juniata W
Ursinus W
MC W
       
Moravian will make some noise.  I think they could also lose to McDaniel and Ursinus and possibly beat JHU and/or DC.  Either way the 'Hounds will be in contention.

Juniata

@ FDU-Florham W
Ursinus L
Franklin & Marshall W
@ McDaniel L
Muhlenberg W
@ Gettysburg W
@ Moravian L
JHU L
Dickinson L
Gallaudet W

JC will be a respectable (and suprising 5-5).  I am not sure if a major upset is in the cards but I think they will be improved.  I think that the bookend W's are almost a lock.  The test will be finding 3 to win in the middle of that stretch.  Which I think is definetly doable.

These two teams will show how strong the MAC actually is.  Without having to deal with King's, Lyco, Widener, Wilkes week in and week out  these teams will have more success.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on July 18, 2007, 11:14:09 AM
It's very possible. We just don't have a lot of data to measure Juniata against the Centennial -- all we know is they were 0-2 in 2006 against 2007 Centennial members.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on July 18, 2007, 11:54:14 AM
Sure. But it's different if you use Moravian as a benchmark. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on July 18, 2007, 01:47:33 PM
Shows the importance of the field position game:

MOR                       1st   2nd   3rd   4th     1st   2nd       
                          Qtr   Qtr   Qtr   Qtr    Half  Half  Total
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Time of possession       08:44 05:08 06:48 07:26   13:52 14:14 28:06
3rd Down Conversions      1/3   1/2   0/2   1/3     2/5   1/5   3/10
Avg Field Position        M40   J43   M33   M30     M46   M31   M38
4th Down Conversions      0/0   1/1   0/0   0/0     1/1   0/0   1/1

JUN                       1st   2nd   3rd   4th     1st   2nd       
                          Qtr   Qtr   Qtr   Qtr    Half  Half  Total
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Time of possession       06:16 09:52 08:12 07:34   16:08 15:46 31:54
3rd Down Conversions      0/3   3/4   1/4   1/4     3/7   2/8   5/15
Avg Field Position        J18   J23   J33   J29     J21   J31   J26
4th Down Conversions      0/1   0/0   0/0   0/1     0/1   0/1   0/2
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Gray Fox on July 18, 2007, 04:21:43 PM
Quote from: Murphy on July 18, 2007, 02:06:47 PM
Well put. 

2007 is a new year and in July everyone is 0 - 0 and old-has-been-athletes are looking to relive their glory days through their kids.

I look forward to the season.
Murphy,
I like your style. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: urban on July 19, 2007, 06:57:57 AM
How does JU compare with the other CC teams in terms of:

Roster Size
Staff Size
Facilities

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on July 19, 2007, 09:21:53 AM
Quote from: Murphy on July 19, 2007, 07:57:06 AM
... of the schools that contacted him he thought Juniata was the best place for his future.

Excellent. That's the way it's supposed to be.   ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on July 19, 2007, 09:45:54 AM
The league doesn't control Juniata's out of conference schedule. Juniata could have played FDU-Florham on Sept. 1 (or Aug. 30 or 31) if both teams had agreed to do so.

Indeed, camp is restricted to a certain number of practices before the first game, but actual calendar days as well as the first day of class are taken into account. Not everyone who first plays on Sept. 8 would report on Aug. 14.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on July 26, 2007, 07:33:02 AM
I heard that Moravian has a transfer qb from DII but I cannot confirm it. He was supossedly an all-state qb in PA. If this is true it would defintitely fill the position that the Hounds were shaky at last year. Anyone confirm this rumor?
Title: Centennial Conference Media Day
Post by: commish on July 30, 2007, 02:34:59 PM
URSINUS NAMED 2007 PRESEASON FOOTBALL FAVORITE
Bears Edge Johns Hopkins and Dickinson in Coaches Poll

LANCASTER, Pa. - July 30, 2007 - Returning 10 starters and three first-team All-CC performers from an 8-3 season, Ursinus has been selected as the preseason favorite to capture the 2007 Centennial Conference football championship in a poll of the CC's head coaches and sports information directors.

It is just the second time in the poll's 18-year history that the Bears have been tabbed as the team to beat.  Ursinus was picked No. 1 in 1997 after winning its only Centennial grid title in the previous season.  UC received seven first-place votes (teams not permitted to vote for themselves) and 112 points.

Johns Hopkins (5-5 in 2006) came in second to Ursinus with four firsts and 105 points, while defending champion Dickinson (8-3) finished third in the balloting with three firsts and 94 points.

Conference newcomer Moravian (4-6), who joins the Centennial as an associate football member, was slotted in the fourth position, just two points (76-74) ahead of archrival Muhlenberg (5-5).  Gettysburg (5-5) and Franklin & Marshall (3-7) each received one first-place vote and were sixth and seventh with 67 and 52 points, respectively.  McDaniel (4-6) and Juniata (1-9) rounded out the preseason prognostication.

2007 Preseason Poll

1.   Ursinus (7)   112
2.   Johns Hopkins (4)   105
3.   Dickinson (3)   94
4.   Moravian (2)   76
5.   Muhlenberg   74
6.   Gettysburg (1)   67
7.   Franklin & Marshall (1)   52
8.   McDaniel   44
9.   Juniata   17

http://www.d3football.com/pressreleases.php?release=1688
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 07, 2007, 07:18:06 AM
COUNTDOWN TO CAMP

65 hours and counting!!! :D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 07, 2007, 11:38:44 AM
I will follow the mules and greyhounds.  I understand that there is a great rivalary between the two. I have recently relocated from the northeast to the Valley. Looking forward to all the football between Lehigh, Moravian and Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 08, 2007, 01:21:11 PM
no I have not. I first heard about this from a guy who heard from a guy who heard from a guy :D
I guess we will find out shortly as Moravian is scheduled to begin practice on friday. the only info (rumor?) so far is that he played D II and has transfered with at least 2 yrs eleigibility and that he was all state in high school. Don't know where he is from or where he played. I think if it is true and he is as good as the rumor mill says he is it will help Moravian. I looked at the qb position last year and the stats are average at best. if anyone else can verify or disclaim the rumor feel free to comment
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 08, 2007, 01:33:51 PM
playing days are WELL behind me. but I still enjoy watching games so even though I do not plan on travelling with any one team I am always interested in a college or hs game and from what I am told there are plenty in the Lehigh Valley.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 08, 2007, 02:21:02 PM
After years of taking my son to watch various Centennial Conference teams play as a fan, he is now heading into his Senior year of High School and is being recruited by several schools in the conference. Now when we go to watch, we will both looking at the games and outcomes with a different set of eyes. It is funny, but the schools he rooted for as a fan are not the same ones he is now interested in as a potential student.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 08, 2007, 03:01:00 PM
He plays defensive back. Unfortunately Juniata is not at the top of his list(HA HA)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 08, 2007, 03:13:58 PM
Well we kind of went through that this summer. That is how we spent our vacation. I think I enjoyed it more than he did. After seeing our final school last week, he said on the way home "NOW IT IS TIME TO START PLAYING SOME FOOTBALL" They put the pads on this upcoming Monday. The best of luck to you and your son this season as well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Uncle Jessie on August 08, 2007, 03:53:07 PM
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League Name: FANS OF DIVISION 3 FOOTBALL
Password: usasouth
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 09, 2007, 02:26:01 PM
Quote from: Murphy on August 08, 2007, 01:12:05 PM
Did you ever find anything out about the D-II quaterback?

According to Moravian website the qb transfer is Josh Hinkle who played 2yrs at Edinboro Univ of PA. I looked on Edinboro website and found that he was PA all state in 2004 & McDonalds All Star, set 7 school records at Allentown Central Catholic and was part of high school 4X100 relay team that won gold. The Edinboro coach (Lou Tepper who coached at Illinois, spoke very highly of him). According to a workmate he left Edinboro after the coach took another job and the new staff wanted to move him to defense. Supposedly he is quite an athlete. Time will tell.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 09, 2007, 02:56:40 PM
according to another player at moravian the new head coach was more run oriented and felt with his strength and speed he would be able to help the team as a d-back where they were thin. he supposedly is very strong and quick. they say he left on good terms with the coaching staff although they would not release him to any D-II schools in the country. That tells me something about his ability
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jbooth41 on August 09, 2007, 05:21:57 PM
As a D3 football alumni it is always nice to see some recognition.  This is a story on ESPN.com.

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncaa/news/story?id=2966521.  Mentions Hopkins programs.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 09, 2007, 09:20:04 PM
Quote from: Murphy on August 09, 2007, 03:17:47 PM
Now that I remember I'm going to watch Morivian play Susquahanna on August 30th I'll bring back a report,
That's great. I will wait to see your assement of the Moravian team. It will be good to get a non bias opinion, as my co-workers son will be a freshman on the team and I am sure that she will be slighted toward Moravian
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 20, 2007, 02:55:59 PM
Boy, this board is dead! I believe all the teams are in camp right now with two a days! Any information out there? The season starts in TWO WEEKS!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 21, 2007, 07:29:35 AM
I agree this board is not very lively. All I know is that Moravian has an upcoming scrimmage with a team in NJ. I will find out how they fare with my colleague, she is going to the scrimmage which I believe is Thursday. Any one else have info on any of the other teams in this conference. I am sure that they have scrimmages scheduled. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 21, 2007, 09:28:15 AM
Well, all I ask is that you don't give up on us. Hopefully you guys can start (or restart) the trend on this board.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 21, 2007, 01:36:43 PM
I Like JHU to win it all this year---I am going out on a limb to say Moravian will struggle and Hopkins wins it all.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 21, 2007, 02:21:52 PM
what is the basis of your assement? do you have any insight into either team, ie. returning players, injuries? what about Ursinus the coaches poll picks them to finish #1
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 21, 2007, 02:34:49 PM
I am just not a huge believer in D-2 transfers, there is always a reason behind a transfer, and they do not come to Division 3 and dominate.  Hopkins has a few guys who I like coming back including their starting QB and WR.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 21, 2007, 02:56:49 PM
one player does  not make a winning or losing team. I only reported what info was available to me in another post. from what I see so far the centennial league should be a very competive league. there appears to be 5 0r 6 teams that have some quality skill players either returning or transfering. hope it makes for a competive season
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on August 21, 2007, 04:44:20 PM
Remember that the state schools  in Pa are D2... So anyone transfereing to a D3 from one of the D2 school may be taking a step up to D3.....  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 21, 2007, 05:19:29 PM
I believe Hopkins has a scrimmage tomorrow vs. catholic, should be a good measuring stick, does Muhlenberg or Ursinus have any upcoming scrimmages?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 23, 2007, 11:17:23 AM
Just for fun and in order to try and generate some interest in the board and follow the teams I will list the weekly centennial games. If you would like to play along simply post all of your picks each week by the day prior to the first game. ie. the first games scheduled are for 8/30. picks must be posted by 8/29.
I will keep a running tally of all the picks and post them each Monday.

Here is the week 1 schedule:

Thursday 8/30
Ursinus @ LaSalle
Moravian @ Susquehanna
Friday 8/31
Muhlenberg @ TCNJ
Saturday 9/1
Dickenson @ Grove City
Lebanon Valley @ Gettysburg
John Hopkins @ Hampden-Sydney
McDaniel @ Bridgewater
Title: Centennial Conference Football Gameday
Post by: commish on August 23, 2007, 12:22:26 PM
Once again, the Centennial Conference office will produce its "Gameday" site for the 2007 football season.  Here you can get links to this week's games, rosters, statistics, audio and LIVE STATS links, the Conference weekly release and much more.  Click on www.centennial.org/football/gameday.html for all the information.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 24, 2007, 09:12:40 AM
TCNJ over the Mules
Dickinson is in for a tough test at grove city--tougher than they think
Hopkins in a laugher...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 24, 2007, 10:28:02 AM
Bulldog,

Glad to see someone is joining in. What are your pics on the rest of week one schedule?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 24, 2007, 10:41:12 AM
Here are my picks for week 1

LaSalle over Ursinus (Should be a close one Homefield advantage to Lasalle)
Moravian over Susquehanna
TCNJ over Muhlenberg
John Hopkins over Hampden-Syndey
Bridgewater over McDaniel
Lebanon Valley over Gettysburg
Dickenson over Grove City
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 24, 2007, 11:38:30 AM
Here our my picks:

Ursinus over Lasalle
Moravian over Susquehanna
TCNJ over Mulenberg
Hopkins over Hamden Syndey
Lenanon Valley over Gettysburg
Dickinson over Grove City

Should be a great start for the Centennial
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 24, 2007, 02:20:12 PM
No way that Ursinus loses in week 1.  They will come out hot and crush Lasalle.  Moravian will be a winner.

Any word on scrimmages for any of these teams?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 24, 2007, 02:44:42 PM
I know Moravian had a scrimmage in NJ. did not hear how it went. anyone know?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gordonmann on August 25, 2007, 11:04:52 AM
Bulldog10:

Ursinus scrimmaged Delaware Valley in Doylestown yesterday afternoon, but I haven't heard how it went.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 29, 2007, 01:26:58 PM
Moravian is ALWAYS weak at QB.
Along with Muhlenberg as well,

Must be a Lehigh Valley thing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 29, 2007, 03:04:10 PM
Heard thru the rumor mill that supposedly he is no longer with the team. if this is true don't know if it is personal reasons are because he didn't win the starting job. My co-workers son that he was the best qb they had of the three.
My personal note: if he did leave because he didn't win the starting spot the team is probably better off without him. A real headcase?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 29, 2007, 03:11:50 PM
Bears repeating -- transfers from a scholarship division aren't necessarily better than Division III players, let alone guaranteed dominant.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on August 30, 2007, 12:03:12 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on August 29, 2007, 03:11:50 PM
Bears repeating -- transfers from a scholarship division aren't necessarily better than Division III players, let alone guaranteed dominant.

I agree with this assessment.  I am a recent graduate and a 4 year player on a D3 Football team.  My team struggled for three years with transfers from scholarship divisions and it wasnt until this last year that we got our act together and put a solid football team on the field.  D3 doesnt mean not athletic.  In most cases, D3 is a better division due to the rivalries and intense competition.  D3 is about the team aspect,  more having than a select few gifted athletes like higher divisions are all about.  I look forward to contributing to this board and providing my take on this conference which promisses to be a good one this year   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Gray Fox on August 30, 2007, 07:27:20 PM
Quote from: WR#1 on August 30, 2007, 12:03:12 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on August 29, 2007, 03:11:50 PM
Bears repeating -- transfers from a scholarship division aren't necessarily better than Division III players, let alone guaranteed dominant.

I agree with this assessment.  I am a recent graduate and a 4 year player on a D3 Football team.  My team struggled for three years with transfers from scholarship divisions and it wasnt until this last year that we got our act together and put a solid football team on the field.  D3 doesnt mean not athletic.  In most cases, D3 is a better division due to the rivalries and intense competition.  D3 is about the team aspect,  more having than a select few gifted athletes like higher divisions are all about.  I look forward to contributing to this board and providing my take on this conference which promisses to be a good one this year   
Welcome aboard.  This board needs more posters.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: K-Mack on August 31, 2007, 01:26:33 AM
Quote from: BITMAT.24CB on August 23, 2007, 11:17:23 AM
Just for fun and in order to try and generate some interest in the board and follow the teams I will list the weekly centennial games. If you would like to play along simply post all of your picks each week by the day prior to the first game. ie. the first games scheduled are for 8/30. picks must be posted by 8/29.
I will keep a running tally of all the picks and post them each Monday.

Here is the week 1 schedule:

Thursday 8/30
Ursinus @ LaSalle
Moravian @ Susquehanna
Friday 8/31
Muhlenberg @ TCNJ
Saturday 9/1
Dickenson @ Grove City
Lebanon Valley @ Gettysburg
John Hopkins @ Hampden-Sydney
McDaniel @ Bridgewater

You guys are strongly advised to start a Pick 'Em board for this under General Football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 31, 2007, 09:16:39 AM
The main differences between D-2 and D-3 are tangibles like size and speed, not intangibles like HEART, heart shows more in Division 3 than anywhere else...PERIOD!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on August 31, 2007, 10:16:52 AM
AMEN TO THAT !!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on August 31, 2007, 12:50:31 PM
Friday 8/31
TCNJ over Muhlenberg
Saturday 9/1
Grove City over Dickenson 
Gettysburg over LVC
Hampden-Sydney over John Hopkins
Bridgewater over McDaniel
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on September 04, 2007, 07:18:01 AM
Results of week one picks.
Out of a possible 7 games
Player     Wins         Losses
Murphy                                   5                                    1
BTExpress                              4                                    2
BITMAT.CB24                          4                                    3
Bulldog                                   3                                    1
WR#1                                     2                                    3

Week #2 Games
Hobart @ Dickinson
F & M @ Washington & Lee
Gettysburg @ Hampden-Syndey
Randolph-Macon @ John Hopkins
Juniata @ FDU- Florham
McDaniel @ Moravian
Lycoming @ Ursinus 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on September 04, 2007, 10:35:14 AM
Winners for week 2:


Dickinson
F+M (tight game)
G'Burg
JHU (blowout)
FDU-Florham
The Hounds of Moravian
Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on September 04, 2007, 01:11:29 PM
Week 2 pics
Dickinson
Washignton & Lee
Hampden-Sydney
John Hopkins
FDU-Florham
Moravian
Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 04, 2007, 06:29:51 PM
Week #2 Games
Hobart
F & M
Hampden-Syndey
John Hopkins
FDU- Florham
McDaniel
Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 05, 2007, 08:50:30 AM
Dickinson over Hobart
Washington & Lee over F & M
Hampden-Syndey over Gettysburg
John Hopkins over Randolph-Macon
FDU- Florham over Juniata
Moravian over McDaniel
UC over Lyco 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 05, 2007, 02:04:38 PM
The schedule looks a lot harder to pick this week Here Goes:

Hobert over Dickinson (close one)
Washington & Lee over F&M
Gettysburg over Hamden Syndey (not sure about this one)
Johns Hopkins over RMC
FDU over Juniata(sorry Murp)
Maravian over McDaniel
Ursinus over Lycoming
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 05, 2007, 07:18:26 PM
New to the Centennial Conference post:

Picks this week:
Dickinson
W & L
Hampton
Hopkins
Juniata
Moravian
Ursinus

Caught a Scrimmage a few weeks ago with Ursinus and Del Val.. The Line for Ursinus is big and fast.. The Center lead the charge out running the back following him.. Did not catch his name. The backfield look read good and fast.

Will be watching Dickinson this week.
have fun

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 06, 2007, 08:44:04 AM
I will be attending the Ursinus vs. Lycoming Game this week and it looks to be a good one.  Ursinus ran all over LaSalle last week and thier air attack's timing seemed to be a little off.  Lyco's D held last weeks opponent to minimal yards on the ground but they were suspect against the pass.  Ursinus must take advantage of this and throw the ball around the field on Saturday.  Short quick passes to control ToP and move the ball down the field could be a winning strategy for the Bears this week against a usually big and powerful Lyco Defense. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 06, 2007, 10:32:23 AM
CENTER FOR URSINUS IS JOHN RINKUS AND THE BACK WAS EITHER AARON HARPER OR ERIC REMBERT
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 06, 2007, 01:51:57 PM
Ill be catching this game but Juniata is a little out of my way so im not going to make that one.  This week will show if UC is ready to be the conference contender the coaches expect them to be.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 07, 2007, 12:24:13 PM
Hobart-Dickinson game notes are up:

http://campus.hws.edu/athletics/hobart/football/2007notes/dickinson.pdf
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on September 10, 2007, 07:21:17 AM
Results after week 2.
Out of a total possible 14
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BITMAT.24CB                               10                     
MURPHY                                       8                                 
BTExpress                                    8                                 
WR#1                                          8                                 
BULLDOG                                      7                                 
OLD ENDS                                    5
RESERVED SEAT                            3

Week 3 Schedule   
Dickinson @ Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg @ John Hopkins
Ursinus @ Juniata
Catholic @ McDaniel
Union @ Muhlenberg
Lebanon Valley @ Moravian
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 10, 2007, 10:16:43 AM
Winners week #3

Dickinson
Gettysburg(upset special)
Ursinus
Catholic
Mulenberg(not sure on this one)
Moravian(they have been impressive)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 10, 2007, 10:21:54 AM
How about something about the games you saw this weekend instead of just picks? I don't think a few people making picks really is conducive to a conversation.

I listened to the last couple of minutes and OT of the Dickinson/Hobart game and I wonder about the defense that allowed a rookie quarterback to make that game-tying drive in the final 60-plus seconds.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 10, 2007, 11:16:25 AM
The Ursinus and Lycoming game went into overtime, but it didnt seem like either team wanted the win.  It was a back and forth game with both Ursinus and Lycoming spoiling good field position because of inefficient offenses.  In my last post before the game, I commented on how Ursinus will have to throw the ball to be successful.  They did try and air it out but it resulted in multiple interceptions, one almost went back for a TD if not for a penalty on the Warriors for an illegal block.  Both defenses were stout against the run but neither team was overly impressive on either side of the ball.  Ursinus won after stopping Lycoming's OT posession on fourth down.  Lycoming either didnt have faith in thier kicker or just didnt have one i guess.  UC gain a few yards during thier posession before kicking the game winning field goal.
The offense still remains the question mark for UC, while the defense is definately the strength of this team.  UC needs to get thier offense clicking before this weekend, being that Juniata can put up some points if thier previous game are telling of thier team.         
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 10, 2007, 02:15:32 PM
Dickinson @ Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg @ John Hopkins
Ursinus @ Juniata
Catholic @ McDaniel
Union @ Muhlenberg
Lebanon Valley @ Moravian
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on September 10, 2007, 03:54:44 PM
Went to the Juniata-FDU game.  first time I had been to FDU in quite a while.  Their field certainly has improved though their away stands are still pathetic. 
I was impressed by Juniata's wide receivers and qb, but the running game was weak.  Althought it may help, the size of your offensive line should not determine if you can run the ball.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on September 11, 2007, 07:31:08 AM
 Week 3 Schedule   
Dickinson @ Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg @ John Hopkins JHU gears up for next week with Moravian
Ursinus @ Juniata This one could be UGLY
Catholic @ McDaniel The Green Terror goes 0-3
Union @ Muhlenberg
Lebanon Valley @ Moravian  UPSET SPECIAL
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Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on September 11, 2007, 07:34:31 AM
Quote from: splik on September 10, 2007, 03:54:44 PM
Went to the Juniata-FDU game.  first time I had been to FDU in quite a while.  Their field certainly has improved though their away stands are still pathetic.  I was impressed by Juniata's wide receivers and qb, but the running game was weak.  Althought it may help, the size of your offensive line should not determine if you can run the ball.

I have never seen any away stands that are worse than MUHLENBERG. I sat there for a total of thirty seconds. You cannot see over the visiting team. there are about 4 rows of seats  :'(
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 11, 2007, 10:44:05 AM
Speaking of stadiums, here is how I would rank the Centennial conference stadiums in terms of facilities, condition of home and away grandstands and atmosphere,etc.
1. Gettysburg (usually great crowds)
2. Dickinson
3. McDaniel
4. Johns Hopkins(nice stadium, terrible atmosphere)
5.Moravian
6.Ursinus
7.F & M
8.Juniata

What is veryone's opinion.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 11, 2007, 12:52:54 PM
I played in this conference and I can be a better judge of the field conditions and atmosphere than the stands and what not.  In reference to the playing field and atmosphere here are my rankings.

1.  McDaniel (The field as a natural surface was best I've ever been on, since switching to Nexturf the conditions have stayed the same. Also as an away team walking through the parking lot of fans for both teams and down the hill painted by the Greek life on campus is a great experience)
2.  Gettysburg (The field is in good shape and the stands for both sides support a multitude of fans for the game.  The college campus is immaculate and the surroundings give a genuine college football feel.
3. Dickinson (The natural turf is kept in decent shape and the field is tucked into a small town which gives the surroundings a unique high school type feel)
4. Johns Hopkins (It was the worst field to play on when it consisted of astroturf, but they wisened up and the field turf here is in excellent shape)
5. Ursinus (The natural grass here is in fairly decent shape, but due to the number of games played in the rain over the past few years this field has slipped down my list.  There is a great atmosphere with plenty of seating and loud fans, plus being the only college field with a tree in the endzone adds some character to this stadium)   
6. F & M (This field always seemed to be chewed up when I played there.  Uneven spots and divots could be found all over the field.  I give the school credit for staying with the natural surface, but you never knew what you were getting when playing on this field.)
7. Muhlenberg (Quite possibly the worst place to play a football game.  The astroturf surface is unforgiving and impossible to make clean cuts on without the worry of ending your career due to a blown knee.  Playing on this surface felt unnatural and foreign to me.  The facitlities and atmosphere at this stadium were well below average and I see it as an eyesore to the conference.)


As for Juniata and Moravian, I have never played there so I can not provide an honest opinion on thier facilities     
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 11, 2007, 03:53:00 PM
#1 -- you should've seen Scotty Wood stadium before they upgraded it. Just unfortunate timing that they did it a couple years before FieldTurf/Sprinturf/NexTurf/etc. became all the rage. But the current stadium is an absolute improvement.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 11, 2007, 04:47:11 PM
Pat, agree Scotty Wood is not a bad stadium, it's the turf that is bad with the OLD STYLE carpet instead of the newer style turf. It is an upgrade from the the original field. Not sure of the life expectancy of the turf, but I would have to think the school would not even consider replacing it for another 5 or 6 years at best.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on September 11, 2007, 05:16:48 PM
Dickinson's Biddle Field is practically a historic landmark.  It was modeled after Philadelphia's Franklin Field - the brick facade specifically - and constructed in the early 1900s. 

Following Jim Thorpe's monster performance in the Stockholm Olympics, the celebration to welcome him back to country.  I'm a fan.

Hopkins' stadium is one of the largest in D3, and it naturally loses that aura considering it's never filled for football. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 11, 2007, 07:19:43 PM
Hobart should have won but fumbles and little  mistakes cost them. The Q/B for Hobart, Storm, can throw and Dickinson got lucky. Hobart's offense was on the field most of the time and with the heat both teams were getting tied. I left the game early because it was just to hot.. Missed the best part of the game, but did listen, in my air condition car, to the ending. Was tempted to go back but the car was cooler. Since Hopkins is about an hour from the house may go there this weekend.

Projections for this week:
Dickinson
Hopkins
Ursinus
Catholic
Muhlenburg
Lebanon Valley

:-\
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 11, 2007, 07:30:34 PM
Sorry Can not make comments on the fields since I have only been to Dickinson so far.
I did not know that the founder, Dr. Ben Rush, was a signer of the Declaration of Independence. he wounded from the Civil War were brought to one of the buildings during Gettysburg.

Overall it was a nice stadium that could use air conditioning.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on September 12, 2007, 10:41:37 AM
F+M
Hopkins
Ursinus
Catholic
Lebanon Valley
Union in a laugher over the berg.

Word at Muhlenberg is that their riming in redoing the field was unfortunate.  They will play on this horrendous astroturf for about 1-2 more years and then will be joining the rest of the world and putting in field turf/nextturf.  Right now, I believe that John Hopkins has the best field in this entire conference and Muhlenberg does indeed have the worst.  MWhile the field may stink at the berg, at least the atmosphere as not as dead as it is at Moravian.  Moravian gets my vote for worst atmospherer with Ursinus coming in a close second.  Come to think of it, Ursinus has a pretty bad field as well.  They come in a close second to Muhlenberg.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 12, 2007, 10:54:49 AM
I believe both Hopkins and McDaniel have installed turf called Sportexe which is the kind of turf the Baltimore Ravens have in M & T stadium.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 12, 2007, 10:07:36 PM
Picks
F&M
Hopkins
Ursinus
Catholic
Union
Moravian

F&M plays a Friday night game under the lights.  Should be entertaining.  F&M's first home game under the lights went over well last year.  There were even fireworks when F&M scored their first touchdown.
Unfortunately, the fireworks had nothing to do with the football team scoring.  It was just a coincidence that a fireworks display at a nearby baseball stadium started at the same time, but it was cool.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 14, 2007, 12:52:44 PM
ANYONE ATTENDING ANY GAMES THIS WEEK.  IT WOULD BE GREAT TO THROW A RECAP ON THE MESSAGE BOARD SO EVERYONE CAN GET A FEEL FOR HOW THE GAME WENT RATHER THAN JUST WHAT IS PROVIDED BY THE BOX SCORE.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on September 14, 2007, 02:46:14 PM
Hello everyone,

This is my first time posting on this or any other site so I am new at this, but if you can't tell from my handle I am very familiar with this conference.  Hopefully I will be attending the Dickinson game at F&M tonight.  If I do I will provide some game details tomorrow.


As for Picks I know its late, but I thought I'd throw my hat into the ring:
Dickinson over F&M - should be a fun game under the lights
Johns Hopkins over Gettysburg
Ursinus over Juniata
McDaniel over Catholic - having seen both teams on film it looks like this could be an ugly game
Union over Muhlenburg - Intereset to see how this game plays out, Union lost a lot of key starters from a very good team last year
Moravian over Lebanon Valley

No real upsets on my list, maybe McDaniel over Catholic, but calling that an upset may be a stretch
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 14, 2007, 04:15:27 PM
I was wondering if the lights for tonight's F & M game are portable, I am asuming they are. I don't recall seeing them the last time I saw a game there. I was also curious why they are playing on a FRIDAY night up against the local High school games instead of Saturday. Any F & M fans :) know why????
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on September 15, 2007, 11:06:47 AM
Yes, the lights at F&M are portable, as to why they scheduled the game for friday night I do not know.  The final was 28-21 Dickinson, but with a score right before half and another to open the third quarter it seemed like Dickinson was going to run away with it.  The game shouldn't have been as close as it was, but Dickinson made a bunch of costly mistakes taking quite a few penalties that stalled drives.  They also put the ball on the ground giving F&M great field position.  Dickinson's offense probably is not as potent or consistant as it was last year, but they can score in bunches and put together big plays.  Ian Mitchell looks like he will develope into a very good QB he already as the ability to make plays with his feet and he showed flashes of his ability to throw the ball.  Defensively Dickinson's front seven may be even better than the unit they had last year (and that is saying a lot for a defense that held opponents to only 66 yards/game on the ground).  It looks like Dube's knee is fully healthy again and he is on pace for an absolutely monster seaon.  For those of you who do not know he had a season ending knee injury as a sophmore and a partial tear as a junior.  Even with those injuries he was by far the best linebacker in the conference and defensive player of the year last season. 

I'm hoping to get to the Dickinson v. McDaniel game next weekend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on September 15, 2007, 05:08:58 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on September 12, 2007, 10:54:49 AM
I believe both Hopkins and McDaniel have installed turf called Sportexe which is the kind of turf the Baltimore Ravens have in M & T stadium.
I don't know the brand name of the turf, but McDaniel's is the same as at Raven's stadium.  I believe the Raven's paid for a part of the cost.  Don't know about Hopkins.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on September 15, 2007, 06:44:57 PM
Juniata's field was pretty good when I was there, but that was before they moved to the Centennial so I do not have much basis to compare with the rest of the schools in the league.  I can imagine their fields getting worse since I left.  As long as the womens volleyball team is still good the athletic director will be pleased as punch.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 15, 2007, 07:44:04 PM
Gettysburg has the best offense that  I have seen so far, but only the second game I have been to. Between Flynn (QB) and Sturgis they have a very strong ground game and a very good passing attack. The Defense sacked Hopkins quaterbacks 3 times. Yes Hopkins used 4 different men at that position. Gettysburg, to me so far, looks like the team to watch our for.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on September 17, 2007, 07:37:39 AM
Quote from: BITMAT.24CB on September 10, 2007, 07:21:17 AM
Results after week 3.
Out of a total possible 20
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                                14                     
BITMAT.CB24                             13
WR#1                                        11
MURPHY                                     10                                 
BULLDOG                                     9                                  
OLD ENDS                                    9
RESERVED SEAT                           6
RED DEVILS07                             3   

Week 4 Schedule   
McDaniel @ Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall @ Juniata
Muhlenberg @ Gettysburg
Moravian @ John Hopkins

Congrats to BTEXPRESS Picked all 6 winners last week  8)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 17, 2007, 11:46:27 AM
I wish I can say it was skill, but it was purely luck as I have not seen a game in person yet. Will try and get to a game this weekend. Here goes the picks for week #4.



Dickinson over McDaniel ( Two programs going in different directions)
Juniata over F & M( This pick is for Murph, going with the HOME Team)
Gettysburg over Mulenberg(Not sure about this one)
Moravian over JHU


This is the week you start seeing some seperation from the top and the bottom of the conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 17, 2007, 04:39:47 PM
Murphy, I have some questions for you and sent you an e mail.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 17, 2007, 06:59:34 PM
With not seeing all the teams it is tough to pick, but here goes.

Dickinson
F & M
Gettysburg
Moravian

Question? Does your local Newspaper give your college a good write-up? All of the places that I have lived it seems that the Pro's and Div I get big press with the Div III getting, oh by the way so and so played and won/lost. Even the web pages for Centennial seem to be Monday before you can read something about the game.

???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on September 18, 2007, 07:33:13 AM
The Allentown Paper covers D3 in an "oh by the way" on a wednesday when it previews the local D3 & D2. Penn State gets ink the other 6 days of the week.
Having relocated to this area, I do not know of another state that has as many D1, D2 & D3 schools as PA. I grew up in the midwest and played for the Buffaloes of Colorado. My point is if you did not play D1 you played D2. The local D2 school received as much if not more press coverage than Colorado did. There was one D1 school, 3 D2 schools and 2 D3 schools in our area.
I never see PA having a championship team at the D2 or D3 level simply because there are too many schools in the state. The talent of players is spread thin throughout the state. Unlike the Grand Valley's of D2 or UW-Whitewater or Mount Union's of D3 where they receive talent that in another state would be able to play D2 or D1.
Just my Opinion 8)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 18, 2007, 07:56:48 AM
BITMAT, if I understand Michigan correctly, there are a bunch of D-I schools. What unusual talent do you think Grand Valley is getting?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on September 18, 2007, 02:10:35 PM
My point is that although PA teams may get to a championship game there chance of a national championship title is slim because of the number of schools in PA.
No other state has as many college football teams per capita as PA. 3-D1 schools, 3or4 D1AA schools, 16 D2 schools and countless D3 schools. If you are a student athlete that wants to stay within the state there are plenty of schools to choose from. With this many choices your talent pool is spread quite thin. Whereas in Michigan you have 3 D1 schools & 9 D2 schools (half of PA)
Murphy- look at the box scores from the teams that have gotten to the playoff games outside of PA. Bloomsburg last year was buried by NWMST, the offense with the harlon-hill candiate rushed for a total of 23yds. as a team they had a 191 total yds to NWMST 431 total yds. East Stroudsburg with the all-time leading NCAA qb lost to GVST 55-20. East Stroudsburg had a total of 10yds rushing. there total offense was 297 to GVST 562.
In D3 in 1997 Lycoming lost 61-12 and in 1973 Juniata lost 41-0. M
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on September 18, 2007, 09:39:28 PM
There are more than 3 or 4 DI-AA schools in PA.  I can name at least 6 off the top of my head, though most of them are known for their academics like Penn, Bucknell, Lehigh and Lafayette and not necessarily football.  Don't forget the NAIA schools. 

Seriously Murph, have you ever heard of the Denver Broncos?  You don't need 300lb linemen to run the ball. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on September 19, 2007, 01:37:57 PM
Week 4 Schedule   
McDaniel @ Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall @ Juniata
Muhlenberg @ Gettysburg
Moravian @ John Hopkins
Week 4 Picks:

Dickinson - Dickinson over a McDaniel team that is really struggling this season
F&M - As much as it pains me to pick F&M I do not see them losing to Juniata
Muhlenberg - Mules have yet to let up a single point this season, but they are going to be faced with a real good Gettysburg offense, this week should show a lot either way
John Hopkins - More of a hunch or gut call than anything else, probably went with Hopkins because they are at home.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on September 19, 2007, 01:50:04 PM
Murphy -

While Splik may have taken his example to the extreme with the Denver Broncos his argument is still sound.  If you still have doubts look no further than Dickinson's conference championship team from last year.  It was a team that I was proud to be a part of, and if you look at the heights and weights of the offensive and defensive lines you'll see that we were usually undersized compared to our opponents.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on September 20, 2007, 07:02:48 PM
Murph
I saw them play at FDU two weeks ago.  Underwhelming. 
I'm probably going to see the first half against F&M this weekend. 
I'm not sure if you're questioning running out of the spread or running out of the spread with the current crop of running backs. 
You definitely can run from the spread formation, did you see Florida win the national championship?  Have you watched any college football lately besides Juniata? 
Juniata in fact did run the ball out of the spread in 2002 and 2003.  Look up the name Craig Moshier in their record books. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on September 21, 2007, 09:35:14 AM
Did you really play college football even in DIII as a 165lb guard?
I was asking whether you made a blanket statement regarding whether it is possible to run the ball out of the spread.  Clearly, it's possible.  Lots of college teams do it in the read option offense that has become very popular.  Since I couldn't tell you what DIII schools ran it I used Florida as an ecample.  Juniata ran that offense when I was there in 2001 and 2002 and we ran the ball a lot.  At the time it was just becoming popularized by Urban Meyer at Utah and Bowling Green and Rich Rodriguez at WVU.
Now if you're saying the running backs and offensive line need some work, maybe they do.  If the offensive coordinator is no good, I don't know that either as I've only seen the one game since I have graduated. 
As for underachieving....you need high expectations to underachieve.  Outside of their locker room, not much has been expected.  When was the last time anyone picked this team to finish anything but last in their conference?  As long as the women's volleyball team is good life is good in Huntingdon.
As for F&M their opponent this week, are they good this year?  It seems they challenged Dickinson, the defending conference champs.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Matt Barnhart (kid) on September 21, 2007, 10:08:54 AM
The news is not good from Westminster, Maryland ... not that it was any good to begin with.

McDaniel QB Brad Baer is done for the season after suffering a broken leg in Wednesday's practice. (click here for the story (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2007/09/21/sports/dsports092107.txt))

That's a shame.  He was a good kid and great quarterback.  I don't see how McDaniel can win a game this season without him.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 21, 2007, 10:21:43 AM
Who knows how good F & M is this year?. They lost to Washington & Lee 20-0 in their first game(Defending ODAC Champs) and from what I heard, their Dickinson game was not as close as the final score indicated. It should be a decent game in Huntington.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 21, 2007, 01:54:13 PM
Week 4 Schedule   
McDaniel @ Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall @ Juniata
Muhlenberg @ Gettysburg
Moravian @ John Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on September 21, 2007, 03:45:25 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on September 21, 2007, 10:21:43 AM
Who knows how good F & M is this year?. They lost to Washington & Lee 20-0 in their first game(Defending ODAC Champs) and from what I heard, their Dickinson game was not as close as the final score indicated. It should be a decent game in Huntington.

I think I suggested it pretty well in my column this past week, but I would disagree with that assessment of the Dickinson/F&M game. It was a close game throughout, and the Dips played with a lot of heart right up until the very end. In that fourth quarter, the tide could have swung either way.

I just responded to a reader who emailed me, and I said this very thing: I very much doubt that the F&M team that played last weekend was the same one that lost to W&L. If they played in Week 1 like they did last week, they would never have gotten shut out. Of course, you can't turn back the clock, and that just the growing pains that comes with football. But the Dips looked alive this week, and I wouldn't be surprised to see them hit about .500 this year.

I would like to see their RBs get some experience. If I remember right, the top two in the backfield are freshmen, so Turner became a much more potent player as both a passer and the lead rusher.

George Eager was a stud last weekend. I can't say enough about this kid. He was hauling in some tricky passes, and really came through for the team. The most notable catch was a 4th-down conversion in the final quarter. I think it ended up being a 7-yard reception, but Turner threw the ball low and away, and Eager literally held onto it by his fingertips (in the rain!). That kept the team alive that drive and in the game.

The defense is one notable weak spot, but I couldn't tell if Dickinson was just that good on O or if F&M needs that much work on D.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 21, 2007, 03:57:34 PM
Ryan, I only passed along what I heard from a DICKINSON family who was at the game. You know the old Saying " you and I could be watching the same game and we would see what we want to see depending on what side of the fence we were on". Dickinson felt they did not play as well against F & M as they did the week before against Hobert. I guess that is why they play the games and each week is different depending on the weather, field condition, inuries, confidence etc.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on September 21, 2007, 04:52:42 PM
Perhaps then those people only *wished* the game wasn't as close as the final score indicated.  :)  Whether F&M played well or Dickinson played down, I definitely thought it was close.

But certainly everyone is entitled to their own impressions and interpretations of a game. I was just sharing mine -- and for what it's worth, I'm probably more unbiased than 99.9% of the rest of the people in attendance.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on September 22, 2007, 05:38:48 AM
As little as I know about DIII Football, I know less about the Centennial Conference and Western Maryland, but that is still a shame to hear about someone breaking their leg in practice.  How does that happen to a qb?  Sounds like a case of bad luck. 
Does Dickinson still run the option, not the shotgun read version, as their primary offense?  This probably shows how little I really know about the teams in this conference.  It seems like an 'outdated' offensive attack (even Nebraska does not run it anymore), though I still like using it on my Xbox, which is also becoming outdated.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 22, 2007, 07:52:47 AM
Projected winners
Dickinson
F&M
Muhlenberg
Moravian
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on September 23, 2007, 01:30:23 PM
Splik,

Dickinson no longer runs a primary option offense.  My freshman year was the last year that they ran the double wing option look.  They have since switched over to a pro style offense.  They do still have some option looks especially now that they have mitchell at QB who can make big plays with his feet.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on September 24, 2007, 07:14:45 AM
Results after week 4.
Out of a total possible 24
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                                16                     
BITMAT.CB24                             15
WR#1                                        15
MURPHY                                     12                                 
OLD ENDS                                  12                                  
RESERVED SEAT                         10
BULLDOG                                     9
RED DEVILS07                             6   

Week 5 Schedule   
Dickinson @ Moravian
Catholic @ Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg @ Ursinus
John Hopkins @ Muhlenberg
Juniata @ McDaniel
Congrats to WR#1 & RESERVED SEAT Picked all 4 winners last week 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 24, 2007, 12:34:44 PM
I got to see my first Centennial conference game over the weekend. Dickinson vs McDaniel. Dickinson looked real strong in the first half getting out to a 19-0 lead and it looked like it was going to be a blow out, but  then they made a few mistakes and let McDaniel HANG AROUND to make things interesting before winning. Although McDaniel had the size advantage on the line, the Dickinson players were clearly more Athletic. There was a time when the opposite was true and McDaniel was heads and shoulders above the entire conference in that category. I was impressed by Dickinson's QB Mitchell. He ran the spread offense well. McDaniel's back up QB played better as the game went on.


This week's picks, for whatever reason as the season goes on ,the picks seem harder to make.

DICKINSON over Moravian (should be a good one)
F & M over Catholic
URSINUS over Gettysburg(this could go the other way as well)
MULENBERG over JHU( the mules are picking up steam)
JUNIATA over McDaniel( Murph I think this is your week!)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: patcummings on September 24, 2007, 07:30:11 PM
Mitchell was well-regarded coming out of high school and earned his spot at the QB after a year as a WR.  For Dickinson, it's been a growth in the offense after YEARS, probably more like decades, of RUN RUN RUN.  The stats this year show they can do both, or one more than another, on demand.

Early postseason advantage to the winner in Saturday's game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on September 24, 2007, 11:40:46 PM
Murph
You're not much of a physicist - Force = mass*acceleration, therefore lack of mass can be overcome by acceleration.  Not sure how that applied to the football field yet or at least offensive line play, I am just a stickler for Newton's Laws of Motion.  :P
As for being a parent and saying your sons team doesn't deserve to win from the way they played...maybe it's just me, but that seems like a poor or harsh choice of words. 
I don't know if it's fair to bounce back and forth between your criticism of the starting tailback and the small offensive line.  I think I know when you mentioned about the starter being replaced and the running game starting to work.  However, that was just two plays, you can not really determine a lot from that.
As for the current coaching staff.....at least the women's volleyball team is still good.

This board is way different than the MAC.  I haven't read anything about Widener or Lycoming in such a long time I might be going through withdrawal.  Do Centennial alumni have more to do than talk about their alma maters' football teams?   :P
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 25, 2007, 05:08:38 PM
Splik

Can't you tell Murphy is frustrated. He is not rooting against his son's team, he is only doing what we all do "second guessing the coaches". I did it myself last night at my daughter's High School soccer game. It is nothing a "few wins" can't cure. I think Juniata gets their first win this Saturday against McDaniel. Most of the players from Juniata probably came from winning High School programs and when you go 0-3 to start the season you start to question the players, coaches, play calling etc.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 25, 2007, 06:29:48 PM
You do become a product of the enviroment.  A winning team will keep winning until something changes in that enviroment and thus the same for a losing program. It is not always the internal ie.. coaches or players. Sometimes lack of noise from fans, because there are none, causes players to think this is just another practice and lose focus on the game. The games I have attened so far had plenty of fans at three different stadiums. I hope that is the case for all of Centennial Conference teams.

Picks
McDaniel
Dickinson
Ursinus
Catholic
Muhlenberg

8)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on September 25, 2007, 09:15:32 PM
I got the chance to make the Dickinson game this past saturday and what was said earlier is certainly true, early on it looked like Dickinson was going to roll over McDaniel.  However, it seemed some Dickinson players lost focus, subs were put in, and the play calling changed to a much more conservative grind it out type game plan.  The combination of those things let McDaniel creep back in.  Even with the final score it never really seemed like the game was in doubt, but if you're a Dickinson fan you were certainly left looking for more in a game that could/should have been a blow out.  I think next week will be a really tough test against a very solid Moravian team.

Picks:

Week 5 Schedule   
Dickinson @ Moravian - Maybe a biased pick, but I think the Devils will raise the bar.
Catholic @ Franklin & Marshall   - As much as I hate to pick the Dips its hard to bet against them when they are playing Catholic
Gettysburg @ Ursinus - Two similar styles of football pound it out running games, should be a good one.
John Hopkins @ Muhlenberg - Have to go with Muhlenberg their defense looks impressive.
Juniata @ McDaniel - With McDaniel already struggling and now minus their one offensive threat in Baer I can see Juniata pulling it out even on the road in McDaniels bowl.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on September 25, 2007, 09:19:31 PM
Murphy,

I don't know where you hail from and I don't know your travel plans,  but I would suggest you trying to get to McDaniel to see your son and Juniata play.  Although the fans can be a little obnoxious they have a pretty cool stadium.  The field is built into a depression forming a bowl and cars can drive up fairly close to the edge.  The atmosphere seems pretty cool, and although I have never seen a game there from the stands playing there was a neat experience.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on September 26, 2007, 08:48:00 AM
If you are going to McDaniel...

1) Go early and hit Baugher's across the road for breakfast. Fiigure out a way to keep a half gallon of their chocolate peanut butter ice cream cold for the next 12 hours.
2) After breakfast, drive Main Street past the stadium into town, and hit Giulianova for Italian sausage, rolls, or the only hoagie in Maryland.
3) Arrive at the Stadium between 10:30 and 11 for a good spot on the bowl.
4) Take a chair and/or blanket, a charcoal grill, several oat sodas and a plastic cup.

Visit this link: http://www.mcdaniel.edu/2062.htm (http://www.mcdaniel.edu/2062.htm)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 26, 2007, 08:11:21 PM
ok then

I was reviewing the statistics of the first few games and not surprised by what I saw. Seems the undefeted teams are above the mix in some and a few suprises in others. I am not going to praise or comment for I am sure all of you can come to different results. After reading the above I will state I am a PSU grad with no children in a DIV III school.
Just like small school football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on September 26, 2007, 11:10:22 PM
Thank you for the incisive commentary, old ends. 

I think Chuck Knox should be considered for the job in Huntingdon. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 27, 2007, 01:13:30 PM
Dickinson @ Moravian
Catholic @ Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg @ Ursinus
John Hopkins @ Muhlenberg
Juniata @ McDaniel
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on September 27, 2007, 01:15:25 PM
I havent been as active on this board due to the fact I havent been able to get to any games over the past few weeks.  Im going to right the ship next week and provide my opinion soon enough.  Picks for this week are above.   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on September 27, 2007, 01:34:08 PM
Dickinson - Upset city.  Houds looked weak vs Hopkins last week.
F an M
G'burg - tough loss vs the Mules.
Hopkins - UPSET CITY!

Juniata - Mcdaniel will not win another game all year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 27, 2007, 07:39:46 PM
Picks
Dickinson
Franklin and Marshall
Ursinus
Juniata
Muhlenberg

Last week's close games make it a crap shoot to pick the winners.  Last week I lived on two last minute field goals-one made, one missed. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on September 28, 2007, 07:21:56 AM

Picks for this week.

Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Juniata (for Murphy)

I am going to the Moravian/Dickinson game should be a great game!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on September 29, 2007, 07:50:11 AM
So is everyone picking Juniata for murphy or do they actually believe they'll win? 

I have not paid as close attention as I used to, but I remember McDaniel or Western Maryland used to dominate this conference. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on September 29, 2007, 10:05:27 PM
Congrats to McDaniel for picking up their first win.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 29, 2007, 10:36:54 PM
F&M needs to improve their kicking game to avoid giving games away.  Most of the kick-offs either go for no distance or out of bounds.  The punting phase of their game gives them very poor position, even allowing for easy returns.  Their passing is their strength.  Their receivers often seem to be wide open.
Unless they can improve their field position by improving their kicking game they will have difficult winning games.  The defense is forced too often to work on a short field.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 30, 2007, 01:07:16 PM
It seems that turnovers became key factors in a lot of the games this weekend.

Turnover leaders, both with plus 7-- Muhlenberg and Dickinson. At the other end John Hopkins and Ursinus both with -5.
The game, I thought would be closer, Getteysburg-- Ursinus. It seems that turnovers played a big factor there in Gettysburg's favor.

Did not see any Div III this weekend. Under the weather.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on October 01, 2007, 08:43:50 AM
Splik -

I know this is a couple of days late to respond, but as to your earlier question.  I picked Juniata because I really believed they had a shot at winning this game.  McDaniel used to dominate this conference, but that was in the late 90s more recently the conference has been pretty wide open with a number of teams winning it (2006 - Dickinson, 2005 - Hopkins, 2004 - 5 way tie Dickinson, Hopkins, Muhlenberg, McDaniel, F&M, 2003 - Tie Hopkins, Muhlenberg).  As to why I picked Juniata in this game I really believed that without Baer at QB it would be hard for McDaniel to preform consistantly on offense, and from the scores of their earlier games it looked like they had a hard time stopping people on defense.   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on October 01, 2007, 11:00:53 AM
Results after week 5
Out of a total possible 29
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                                18                     
BITMAT.CB24                             17
WR#1                                        17
OLD ENDS                                  16                                 
MURPHY                                     12                                  
RESERVED SEAT                         12
BULLDOG                                   11 
RED DEVILS07                             8   

Week 6 Schedule   
John Hopkins @ Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall @ Ursinus
Gettysburg @ Moravian
Muhlenberg @ Juniata
 

[/quote]
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 01, 2007, 11:01:34 AM
I picked Juniata to win for the same reasons. I saw McDaniel play Dickinson the week before and really thought Dickinson was so superior athletically. I couldn't see McDaniel scoring a lot of points on Juniata. I guess the Eagles are in for a long season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 01, 2007, 11:29:04 AM
Looking at this week's games, I think I have to go with all the favorites:


DICKINSON over JHU
URSINUS over F & M
MORAVIAN over Gettysburg(best game of the week)
MULENBERG over Juniatia
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 01, 2007, 03:17:07 PM
seeing as how McDaniel beat Juniata 14-10 it doesn't look like McDaniel had a whole lot of offense, but enough to win.   
From my limited experience it seems Juniata's defense spends a lot of the time on the field since the Eagles have had trouble running the ball or sustaining long drives and giving the defense a rest.
Would that be a fair assesment of what happened last Saturday against McDaniel?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 01, 2007, 07:37:03 PM
This weeks picks

Dickinson
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Gettysburg--should have picked them last week..( should of, could of, didn't) >:(

Seeing how I am only in the Mountains of Maryland for the last 3 months, Does the colder weather start to play a factor?

When I lived in Vermont and Upstate NY the southern teams could not handle the weather at all which became a big home field advantage.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on October 01, 2007, 09:02:38 PM
weekly Picks:

So far my picks have been rather horrid, but maybe this is the week to turn it around.

Dickinson over JHU
Ursinus over F&M
Moravian over Gettysburg
Muhlenberg over Juniata

Old Ends-

As to weather becoming a factor, it never seemed to be the last four years while I was playing.  Geographically the schools are not at all far apart so I dont think anyone has an advantage as far as that goes. The only game that might qualify was my junior season when Dickinson went down to Hampden-Sydney  late in the season and the weather was unbelieveably warm,  but that game isn't even on the schedule anymore.  I digress, the bottom line is weather shouldn't be a factor. 

p.s. I don't even know how I lost karma, but more to the point what is it? do I want it? and if so how do I get it back?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on October 03, 2007, 01:39:58 PM
After last weeks nightmare (only 2 right) I will try to right the ship.

Dickinson over John Hopkins (The Red Devils stay undeafted)
Ursinus over Franklin & Marshall (Bears get back on the winning track)
Gettysburg over Moravian (The hounds are without thier top RB & have continued to turn over the ball too many times)
Muhlenbergover Juniata (The Mules stay on track for a showdown with the Red Devils)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 03, 2007, 02:01:53 PM
BITMAT
Although I picked Moravian to beat Gettysburg this week, I agree this is the game of the week in the conference. It could go either way. Gettysburg has proven it can score in bunches. The Hounds must find a way to slow them down to make up for their injuries on Offense.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on October 03, 2007, 02:19:50 PM
Dickinson over JHU (The Jays Offense looked HORENDOUS vs the Mules last week-get a clue at Hopkins)
URSINUS over F & M (blowout city, I tpredict Ursinus will turn it on with solid play from their QB from here on in.)
Mo Mos over Gettysburg(Moravian escaped a few close ones-showing they have what it takes to compete)
mberg over Juniatia(no chance of an upset here--forget it!)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 05, 2007, 01:20:28 PM
Quote from: Reserved Seat on October 04, 2007, 06:49:18 PM
PICKS
Dickinsin
F&M
Moravian
Muhlenberg

Reserved Seat's first pick....unfortunate typo or funny misspelling....either way I laughed.
None of these schools seem far enough away from another to have 'new' weather be a factor for any of them.  I think the longest bus ride is from Juniata to Muhlenberg this week and is probably in the neighborhood of 4.5 hours.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 08, 2007, 08:56:12 AM
It looks no matter which way you spell it, Dickinson could not pull off another close one this week.  Any comments on the upset?  Or are the lawyers and doctors from the respective schools busy?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 08, 2007, 11:53:33 AM
WHAT IS THE DEAL WITH THE PICK' EM IF I DIDNT GET A CHANCE TO POST MY PICKS.  DO I JUST GET ALL THE HOME TEAMS OR AM I OUT OF LUCK.



BTW: F&M WAS AWEFUL THIS WEEK.  ALL UC DID WAS RUN AND F & M JUST DECIDED NOT TO LOAD THE BOX AND STOP THE RUN.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on October 09, 2007, 09:43:13 AM
Results after week 6
Out of a total possible 33
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                                20                     
BITMAT.CB24                             20
OLD ENDS                                  19
WR#1                                        17                                 
MURPHY                                     12                                  
RESERVED SEAT                         13
BULLDOG                                   13 
RED DEVILS07                           10     

Week 7 Schedule   
Moravian @ Franklin & Marshall
Juniata @ Gettysburg
Ursinus @ John Hopkins
McDaniel @ Muhlenberg
 
Where is "MURPHY" ?
WR#1- Picks should be in by Friday each week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on October 09, 2007, 09:52:54 AM
Picks for week 7

I was at the Moravian game last week. Turnovers again killed the  team alomg with pi?? poor tackling by the defense in the first half.

Moravian @ F&M- I am going with the hounds. But if the turnovers continue this could be a close one
Juniata @ Gettysburg- Saw Gettysburg last week. This game is over by halftime
Ursinus @John Hopkins- IMO this is the game of the week. I go with JHU home field advantage
McDaniel @ Muhlenberg- the mules remain unbeaten for another week
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 09, 2007, 12:37:21 PM
Moravian @ Franklin & Marshall-  Moravian's Offense is too powerful for the Dips
Juniata @ Gettysburg - The bullets keep it going
Ursinus @ John Hopkins- UC got back on track last week and tuned somethings up for thier trip to JH.  This is a big game for both teams.
McDaniel @ Muhlenberg- The Mules D is solid and the Green Terror will have trouble moving the ball on the pooltable this week


My assesment of the F&M vs. UC might have been a little too blunt.  The UC offense relied heavily on Harper who shouldered the load very well.  This is also a shout out to the UC O-Line which had a solid game opening holes for Harper.  Though the F&M offense seemed to be off-track at times, the UC D gave them few opportunities to put points on the board.  Solid play all around by the Bears as they move on to MD to try and take down JHU for a third straight year.  Better bud :-)     
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 09, 2007, 07:10:46 PM
Boy I it would have been nice to find this post earlier. Seems that I missed the first week of picks. Someone stated that the lawyers and doctors were missing from last week game.  Since I had meetings with the President of Dickinson, on business, I too was under the wrong mind set. Dickinson Law has never been tied into or a part of Dickinson College. In fact it is now part of Penn State. Only about 5 students a year from Dickinson even apply to the law school. Most of the law students come from outside of the state of PA.

Stating incorrect facts is considered an assumption. Ask questions of those who know and obtain the correct facts.

Picks this week:
Moravian
Getteysburg
Ursinus
Muhlenberg.

;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 10, 2007, 11:34:14 AM
I am feeling the heat to stay on top with my picks. Here we go for this week:

MORAVIAN
GETTYSBURG
URSINUS( Not sure about this one)
MUHLENBERG
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 10, 2007, 11:57:56 AM
old ends - thanks for information on the facts.  Did you know Juniata is not in Juniata County and has no relation to Juniata Park outside of Philadelphia? 
I was commenting on how the Centennial page has 51 pages of posts where the MAC has 200+.   Apparently, the 'smart' kids who are alumni from the Centennial have better things to do than the 'dumb' alumni ('adumbni'?) from the MAC. 
Either way, my school is getting beat each week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 10, 2007, 03:02:16 PM
Speaking of Juniatia, Where is MURPHY??? I don't think he made any picks last week?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 10, 2007, 07:01:41 PM
PICKS
Franklin & Marshall(maybe they'll be aweful and not awful this week)
Gettysburg
Ursinus(certainly inconsistent)
Muhlenberg

Hopefully, I can't do worse than last week.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Boxer7806 on October 12, 2007, 01:35:43 PM
Just wondering how you guys feel that Muhlenberg is out of the top 25 while the a team they beat 15-0 to start the year in New Jersey is ahead of them ranked in the top 25? any thoughts ?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 12, 2007, 02:23:25 PM
Was Muhlenberg 'on the radar' before the season started?  I was under the impression Dickinson (not be confused with Dickinsin or Dickinson Law School) was preseason favorite to repeat.  Preseason polls are tricky for DI where schools get covered by ESPN, it must be a lot harder to get a good poll together for DIII.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 12, 2007, 02:55:23 PM
Quote from: Boxer7806 on October 12, 2007, 01:35:43 PM
Just wondering how you guys feel that Muhlenberg is out of the top 25 while the a team they beat 15-0 to start the year in New Jersey is ahead of them ranked in the top 25? any thoughts ?

The team they beat has done a little more lately, beating two Top 25 teams.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on October 12, 2007, 08:39:35 PM
Picks

Moravian
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 12, 2007, 09:22:41 PM
Muhlenberg's ranking, or lack of, may just be do to history of the Centennial Conference. Checking past records and stats it seems to have a hard time winning out of conference games. Most of the Centennial Conference schools have an average of 2200 - 2500 students, which is small for Div III.  This may or may not be the reason but it looks like in the past few years the conference did not do well in post season play. The people who vote may consider this, the old strenght of schedule issue. Last year it seems Dickinson and Ursinus both lost in the first round. Just something to consider.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 12, 2007, 10:15:16 PM
Quote from: old ends on October 12, 2007, 09:22:41 PM
Muhlenberg's ranking, or lack of, may just be do to history of the Centennial Conference. Checking past records and stats it seems to have a hard time winning out of conference games. Most of the Centennial Conference schools have an average of 2200 - 2500 students, which is small for Div III.  This may or may not be the reason but it looks like in the past few years the conference did not do well in post season play. The people who vote may consider this, the old strength of schedule issue. Last year it seems Dickinson and Ursinus both lost in the first round. Just something to consider.

The D-III Membership Document (http://www1.ncaa.org/membership/governance/division_III/Working_Group_Membership_Issues/May_31/sup_b.pdf) (page 26 of 185) states that the 50%-ile for membership in D-III is 2200-2500 students.   That puts the Centennial right in the middle.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 12, 2007, 11:29:25 PM
MR Turner:

You are right, the Centennial Conference is in the middle for student population. There are 439 schools in DivIII NCAA. Only 53.3% sponser football, which is a second tier sport. That would indicate that schools with lower student enrollment would not have football but rather sponser basketball, a first tier sport.  Therefore I will correct my statement to say that the Centennial Conference, thought in the middle of the spectrum for student enrollment, maybe smaller in those who sponser football. I think within the Centennial Conference there are schools that do not sponser football. Penn State's Commonwealth Campus schools do not have football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 12, 2007, 11:50:38 PM
old ends,

I strongly encourage all D3 fans to read the document which I provided above.

Actually, the document shows that D-IV's, like the Centennial pay their coaches more, sponsor more sports, spend more per student-athlete and have more full-time coaches than the "D3's".

AS the Voting blocs and Sports sponsorships were analyzed, the Centennial, CCIW, the NESCAC and the North Coast are the most restrictive.  (See page 150.)

This should be interesting.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on October 13, 2007, 07:29:36 AM
Moravian at F&M - Live Streaming Video: http://godiplomats.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/101207aac.html (http://godiplomats.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/101207aac.html)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 13, 2007, 05:44:56 PM
Mr. Turner

I read the article you mentioned before you posted it. That is where I came up with what I had stated before your challenge of the statement. I also used those figures to restate not thinking anyone would really look at the article.

You knew all about it. I think that adding or trying to merge NAIA into NCAA may prove to costly for some and therefore drop a few sports.

You are correct that many others should read the article for a better understanding of where the money goes and why.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 13, 2007, 06:03:59 PM
Quote from: old ends on October 13, 2007, 05:44:56 PM
Mr. Turner

I read the article you mentioned before you posted it. That is where I came up with what I had stated before your challenge of the statement. I also used those figures to restate not thinking anyone would really look at the article.

You knew all about it. I think that adding or trying to merge NAIA into NCAA may prove to costly for some and therefore drop a few sports.

You are correct that many others should read the article for a better understanding of where the money goes and why.
old ends, I too have concerns about "merging" the NAIA into the NCAA.

Those of us who moved to the NCAA D3 in the mid 1990's made the "cultural" shift from the NAIA to D3.

I guess if the "D-IV's" want to move the bars to even more restrictive criteria, I think that it will happen.

The D-IV's have led in the Director's Cup standings prior to this, and I think that they will continue to succeed.

It just looks like these next few years will a challenge.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 14, 2007, 08:54:52 PM
The stats so far show me that if Muhlenberg maintains thier pace they could win out.

Having a +6 for turnovers and only losing only 1 fumble very good. They need to improve the game penalties which ave 62 yds/game.
Ursinus, on the other hand, gives back 2 turnovers for everyone they get.  7 fumbles and interceptions over 4 games could hurt them as the season goes forward. Ursinus also likes to get penalties for they are right up there with Muhlenberg and 60 yds/game.

I am not picking on either team it is what is in the stats. When you look on how to improve your team look at what hurts your team. Any of these teams can change a negative to a positive and it will help the overall cause.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on October 15, 2007, 07:24:06 AM
Results after week 7
Out of a total possible 37
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                                24                     
BITMAT.CB24                             23
OLD ENDS                                 23
WR#1                                       21                                 
RESERVED SEAT                        16                                  
RED DEVILS                              14
BULLDOG                                  13 
MURPHY                                    12     

Week 8 Schedule   
Dickinson @ Gettysburg
Juniata @ Moravian
Ursinus @ McDaniel
Muhlenberg @ Franklin & Marshall
 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 15, 2007, 09:46:53 AM
Dickinson @ Gettysburg  (Should be a great game high scoring offense vs. a stout D)
Juniata @ Moravian
Ursinus @ McDaniel (Battle in the bowl: the past two times UC has traveled to McDaniel, great games which came down to the wire ensued.  Always a close game)
Muhlenberg @ Franklin & Marshall

Trying to make my way back to the top.  Now is the time we see who are the real teams. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 15, 2007, 01:49:13 PM
I am feeling the pressure to stay on top. Three of this week's games look easy. It is the Dickinson vs Gettysburg game I am worried about. Here goes:

DICKINSON over Gettysburg( The Red Devils are rested after a bye week. They go into a hostile enviroment against the Bullets but find a way to win in a close one)
MORAVIAN over Juniatia(The Eagles go down again)
URSINUS over MCDaniel(see above)
MULENBERG over F&M(The Mules go to 7-0)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 15, 2007, 09:33:31 PM
this weeks picks

Muhlenberg
Gettysburg
Moravian
Ursinus

as always it is only a game

???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Transplanted_Yankee on October 16, 2007, 12:50:06 PM
Hello All, First time poster to this board, however I have followed both this board and MAC conference board for what seems like years.  I am an alum of the newest member to the Centennial Conference.

My first post goes to Spilk and Murphy, both also JC alums, I am surprised neither of your mentioned the significance of last Saturday's game against Gettysburg.  That was the first matchup between former JC head coach and now G-Burg O-Coordinator Kevin Burke and his old employer since their less than graceful split a few years back.  I have to say I am glad to see Coach Burke is doing well at G-Burg and chalk up round one to his offense and Bullets who put one on JC in a big way with over 300 yards on the ground.  I would have to think somewhere in his office he had that date circled for sometime.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 16, 2007, 02:18:35 PM
I knew about it but after the fervent response sent by letsgobucs I just avoided the subject entirely.  Nobody is real vocal on this board anyway, unless their picks get messed up.  :P

I am not real surprised that Gettysburg has a good offense this year, Juniata's was usually one of the better offense in the MAC while he was there.  As for Murphy, I don't know that he was around when Burke was there because I am pretty sure he's a parent, not an alum. 

I am hoping the Moravian-Juniata game is as exciting as they used to be when they went to OT for like 5 straight years and were decided by no more than 7 points for something like 8 years.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Transplanted_Yankee on October 16, 2007, 03:52:25 PM
I understand what you are talking about Splik, I do not see are great deal of banter on this board toward or against one institution or another. 

Unfortunately I have not been able to take in any Centennial Conference games this year because I am about 500 miles from the nearest school so I keep with the teams thanks to some great work by all of the schools in the league offering web audio of the games, its not the best be until they develop ESPN 8 "the OCHO" to start covering D-III regular season football it is what I have to work with.

As for the JC-Moravian game I would wish for one of those great OT games, I played in two of the more bizarre games in the series, the one game where JC scored 35 unanswered points in 19 minutes to win and then the goal post game where the Hounds receiver ran straight into the goal posts attempting to make a catch.  I do not think a game like either of those is in the cards this weekend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 16, 2007, 04:52:19 PM
I agree that this board is very low keyed compared to the Centennial board for basketball. I don't think there are many current students who post on here. As a matter of fact there are probably less than a dozen fans who are posting on here at all during football season and certainly not every conference school is represented. Check out some of the other DIII conference message boards and see how passoniate their fans are!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 16, 2007, 11:55:19 PM
the goal post game was on ESPN or at least the part where the wr ran into the post.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on October 17, 2007, 01:16:51 PM
My picks for this week

Muhlenberg (goes to 7-0)
Gettysburg Game of the week home field to Gettysburg
Moravian (Heard that they are missing both of there fullbacks due to injuries, but should still win this week. Need everyone healthy for thier last two games Ursinus & Muhlenberg)
Ursinus No Brainer

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 18, 2007, 03:36:43 PM
PICKS

Dickinson
Moravian
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: morGhounds on October 18, 2007, 09:16:43 PM
just wondering who the 2 fullbacks are that moravian is down? I know they have their starting running back mccambridge back this week..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: theoriginalupstate on October 18, 2007, 10:01:57 PM
So does the CC have any offense this year? Previous years you guys have boasted great D's but had lackluster O's that have hurt the CC winners in the NCAAs....

Does any of your offenses have what it takes to keep up with other teams come time for the NCAA's....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: morGhounds on October 18, 2007, 11:17:22 PM
right now i think moravian and gettysburg  both have pretty explosive offenses....both teams i beleive are averaging near 30 points a game which is pretty impressive ( it's no 60 point avg. like mount union though)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 19, 2007, 10:35:16 AM
I agree Gettysburg and Moravian seem to have offenses which can put up big points.  Most of the other CC teams have had flashes of briliance but can't seem to find the consistency on the offensive side of the ball.  I dont know if this is attributed to the lack of talent on the offensive sides of the ball or due to the fact the better athletes are found on defense throughout the the CC.  I think for the most part CC offenses are heavy run, which unless your offensive line is going to dominate and overpower the defense, is not conducive to putting up ridiculous point totals the likes of other conferences.  I also think the CC competition is very even.  There really are no cake teams in this conference.  From year to year, the basement team could very well turn it around and fight for the conference title the following year. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 19, 2007, 12:40:17 PM
For years McDaniel dominated the conference with a huge line  and great skilled positions. Now I think the other teams have caught up. In the 90's when it was Dickinson's turn to dominate, they did it with the run. Now to their coaches credit, they have gone to a spread type offense.When Hopkins had their run at the top, it was a little of running and passing I agree with the above that Gettysburg and Moravian seem to put up the big numbers this year. I have not seen Mulenberg play this year, so I can't comment on their offense, but they must be doing something right. It should be very interesting to see what happens on Saturday in Gettsburg with the Bullets and Devils.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: morGhounds on October 19, 2007, 01:08:49 PM
agreed that the conference is of very even talent....i think every saturday comes down to who show's up to play, simple as that
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on October 20, 2007, 06:42:04 AM
Watch Muhlenberg at Franklin & Marshall Live!

http://www.b2livetv.com/default.asp?v=Football (http://www.b2livetv.com/default.asp?v=Football)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on October 20, 2007, 04:07:20 PM
McDaniel falls to UC, 42-10
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on October 20, 2007, 04:09:49 PM
Anyone know how G-burg did?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevils36 on October 20, 2007, 09:39:34 PM
Lost to Dickinson 42-28.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on October 22, 2007, 10:39:56 AM
Results after week 8
Out of a total possible 41
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                                28                     
BITMAT.CB24                             26
OLD ENDS                                 26
WR#1                                       24                                 
RESERVED SEAT                        20                                  
RED DEVILS                              14
BULLDOG                                  13 
MURPHY                                    12     

Week 9 Schedule   
Dickinson @ Muhlenberg  (Game of the Week)
Moravian @ Ursinus (Game #2 of the Week)
Franklin & Marshall @ McDaniel (Does McDaniel get it's 1st Win of the Season)
John Hopkins @ Juniata
 

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Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 22, 2007, 10:49:32 AM
Looking at this week's schedule it appears to be three good match ups, sorry Murph I don't think Juniata wins this week. I need to really think about these games before I make my weekly picks. I do have a question, does anyone think Mulenberg has a hugh advantage playing on their home field with the OLDER STYLE turf.? Most teams don't play on that kind of surface.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 22, 2007, 12:09:46 PM
I do not think the turf could that big of an advantage.  If you're good at football you should be able to play on cement if you have to. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 22, 2007, 12:49:23 PM
The Mules definately have an increased home advantage on the pool table.  Its very difficult to play on that surface if you are not used to playing on a parking lot.  There is no give and it just asks for someone to incur a season ending injury.  I do agree if your a good team you "find a way to win" so to speak but Muhlenburgs field or lack there of is an advantage.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 22, 2007, 03:54:46 PM
I know that if you are use to playing on Grass like Dickinson does, moving to a Field Turf field( i.e.Gettysburg, McDaniel, Hopkins etc) doesn't make much of a difference, however, if you only play on Mulenberg's field every other year, I would think the Mules would have an advantage. How much, who knows? but there is a slight advantage.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: morGhounds on October 22, 2007, 07:12:18 PM
playing on muhlenbergs field pretty much sucks, and i think once you step on the field for warm ups you get the mindset that it sucks....it is different, and you find this when you try to make a cut that you can usually make with cleats on, but not w/ turf shoes/sneakers..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: morGhounds on October 22, 2007, 07:12:51 PM
deffinitley not a reason to blame for losing there though
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 23, 2007, 09:23:44 AM
YOUR RIGHT.  CANT USE THE SURFACE AS AN EXCUSE.  BUT IT BLOWS AND THATS TEH END OF STORY
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 23, 2007, 09:49:23 AM
Here are my picks for this week. In all honesty, I don't have a clue on three out of the 4 games being played this week. I am going to try and catch a game this weekend(probably Mulenberg & Dickinson)


MULENBERG over Dickinson in a tight one
URSINUS over Moravian (really not sure on this one)
F&M over McDaniel ( someone has to win this game)
HOPKINS over Juniata(The season gets longer for Juniatia)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 23, 2007, 11:17:10 AM
they may be winless for their entire conference existence, but the name is Juniata, not Juniatia.  And since you (plural) are likely to mess it up if you are ever compelled to talk about it, Juniata is in HuntingDon (not Huntington), PA Huntingdon County not Juniata County, and it's nowhere near Juniata Park which is outside Philadelphia. 
Why you would feel the need to discuss either of those latter three items is beyond me.   :P
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 23, 2007, 11:22:03 AM
Alright, take it easy. He spelled it right the first time and made a typo later in the same line. Not worth the reaction.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 23, 2007, 12:42:15 PM
Splik   What gives??? It was an honest typo. Believe it or not I have been to Huntingdon and have seen JUNIATA. Pat, Thanks for coming to my defense. Hey Splik, if it makes you feel any better, deep down I am rooting for the Eagles! No team should have to go through a season without a win at any level. These kids work to hard going to school, practicing and playing without getting any type of reward.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: morGhounds on October 23, 2007, 01:08:24 PM
ha, seriously, i didn't know when i signed up that typo's were reason for calling people out.....anyway, what are your guys thoughts on playoffs in the centennial...does anyone think that more than one team has a chance to make playoffs because so many teams having such close records.  Also if it would come down to a tie-breaker somehow, does anyone know how they go about doing that? like is it based off of points for or against?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Transplanted_Yankee on October 23, 2007, 05:14:46 PM
You all will have to give Splik a pass, he has occasionally been know to have sudden outbursts of emotions around topics close to his heart. 

As for Centennial teams in the playoffs I can only see one team getting in based on the Centennial's history in the playoffs.  The only exception I see is either a one loss Dickinson or Ursinus winning the conference and the Mules holding on with one loss.  But if the Mules run the table and win out both Dickinson and Ursinus will have 2 losses and will be out of contention for a Playoff spot.  Both Dickinson and Ursinus would be very strong candidates for ECAC games if they do not make the playoffs.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 23, 2007, 06:10:52 PM
If home field has an advantage, such as Muhlenberg's field, would the possible weather conditions change any of that?? Maybe even it out a little. A few years ago I was at a dinner across from thier field and walk up to take a look. I thought it was for a local high school. Then someone told me it was a college field and the high school with the same name was near the Reading area.

Picks for this week:
Muhlenberg-- Stats are in thier favor
Ursinus
McDaniel--going with the home team here.
Hopkins

The defense is sometimes the best offense.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 23, 2007, 06:21:27 PM
How does the Centennial Conference handle tie breakers?? If Dickinson beats Muhlenberg, then loses to Ursinus and well if 4 teams end up 6-2 the tie breaker could get tricky...

I did check back a few years and noticed that it did happen that 4 teams were tied. Could this be another year for this to happen.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: morGhounds on October 23, 2007, 09:55:01 PM
i would very much like to see dickinson lose to muhlenberg, ursinis lose to moravian, and then beat muhlenberg, and then moravian beat muhlenberg.....I would like to see how this ends up being handled with all the teams having 2 loses..(i think i set that up right?) If the tie breaker was determined by points against, muhlenberg clearly has it in the bag...but it would be close if it was the other way around w/ points for...moravian has put up a decent amount this year
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 23, 2007, 09:59:12 PM
Picks
Muhlenberg
Ursinus
F&M
John Hopkins

Only one team from the Centennial will make the play-offs based on past history.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on October 24, 2007, 07:18:22 AM
Section IV - Rules Governing Championship

A. Determining the Conference Champion. The Conference champion will be based on the best won-lost record in a single roundrobin
season.

B. Ties for First Place. In case of a tie for first place at the conclusion of the regular season, multiple champions will be named.

C. Determining the NCAA Tournament Representative
1. Head-to-Head competition;
2. Results against 3rd place team, 4th place team, etc. until tie is broken;
3. Strength-of-schedule criteria, as determined by the NCAA Championships Committee formula, for all games;
4. Team with the fewest overall losses;
5. The most recent team representing the Conference as its automatic qualifier shall be eliminated and the remaining teams shall revert to the Conference's primary tie-breaking criteria (head-to-head competition).
When any secondary criteria separates one or more tied teams, but does not completely break the tie among all teams involved, re-apply the criteria to all groups of teams still tied, starting with the Conference's primary tiebreaker for all sports (head-to-head Centennial competition). (Adopted 6/2/99; Revised 6/5/02; Revised 6/4/03; Revised 6/1/05)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 24, 2007, 09:24:45 AM
Muhlenberg (Stay on top for another GOTW in Collegeville) 
Ursinus (Homecoming and a solid defensive performance spells a W for the Bears)
Franklin & Marshall (McDaniel limps into this one and F&M will put up some points on these guys)
John Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 24, 2007, 10:45:52 AM
I commented on a typo and injected life into a moribund message board.  Hooray for me and my emotional outbursts. 
(Did I use the word moribund right?  Did I spell it right?) 
I liked the Around the Midatlantic Region topic about Muhlenberg losing being a good thing for the conference.  It has nothing to do with me cheering for Dickinson or Muhlenberg.  If Dickinson does win and Muhlenberg wins out, would the latter have good crecentials for a Pool C Bid?
I think I will pick Muhlenberg this weekend based on their stifling defense and, more importantly, their turf.   ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 24, 2007, 12:16:46 PM
Splik, if that is an apology, then I accept(HA, HA). I have to agree there is very little emotion on this board. Other than Murph calling out the JuniatA coaches(by the way, where is MUrph????) there has been very little passion.Agree with your Mulenberg pick.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on October 24, 2007, 01:14:23 PM
Murphy is alive and well. 

My feelings about the JC football team haven't changed. 

I think seeing how the season has played out only reinforces the comments I made previously.

Although I will say the players deserve much credit, I have seen every minute of every game, home and away and they continue to play hard inspite of...

I am happy to see though that Splik is still being Splik, Hi Splik.

Regards
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 24, 2007, 02:10:18 PM
Dickinson @ Muhlenberg Mules squeak one out and stay unbeaten for another GOTF in Collegeville next week
Moravian @ Ursinus A solid performance by the D and homcoming spells another win for the Bears.
Franklin & Marshall @ McDaniel  F&M's offense too strong and McDaniels offense is nonexistent
John Hopkins @ Juniata JHU coming out strong and getting a win
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 24, 2007, 07:29:24 PM
BT, 'crecentials'?  you missed your chance at vengeance!  I better proof read a little better myself. 
Hi Murph

I like to see the Centennial and Big Ten share (or I guess shared) the whole 'team that has not been included the longest gets to play rule'. 
So if Muhlenberg loses, do they get a Pool C bid?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on October 24, 2007, 08:26:08 PM
Now that the regional rankings are out, that should really help give people an idea of what the NCAA folks think about Muhlenberg. I will confess to not knowing the criteria inside and out like Pat & Co., but things are looking up that Muhlenberg could get a Pool C bid with a loss to Dickinson.

The team's two nonconference wins come against TCNJ and Union, two teams that are fifth and eight, respectively, in the East Region rankings. It's also a big perk that the the majority of the Centennial did well in nonconference play. We could see as many as, what, five CC teams end the season at 7-3 or better?

It is a concern, though, that one-loss teams Dickinson and Ursinus are not included on the South Region rankings. That means that there's something in the criteria that makes those teams less desirable than the other one-loss teams listed (Bridgewater, Trinity, etc.). My guess is that Ursinus is hurt by playing a non-D3 team, so they're short what could otherwise be an in-region win. And Dickinson might very well be the 11th team in the region, we just don't know for sure.

The question is whether their negative element of the criteria -- whatever it is -- would affect all the teams in the Centennial. It might, it might not.

Anyway, my gut tells me that a Muhlenberg team that goes 9-1 would have a great shot at getting in. The number of one-loss teams around the country are quickly dwindling, and conferences that frequently send two teams to the postseason (CCIW, OAC, ASC) aren't looking like they're going to have that this year. That makes Muhlenberg look all that much better.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: fbfan814 on October 25, 2007, 09:46:57 AM
As a Juniata fan and someone that has also seen a number of Juniata games both this year and for the past 20 or so years, I would like to invite Murphy to contact the football staff at Juniata and ask them if they could use his expert services.  If he is such an expert at coaching football then I think he is doing his son, himself, and the whole team a disservice by not offering up his help.  Since I highly doubt that he is man enough to do this I suggest that he zip his lip. 

As more of an expert on Juniata football than this man will ever be, I realize that the problem is not the coaches at all.  The coaches can only work with what they have.  Just by looking at the size of the Juniata players compared to every team they have faced this year, they are still out of there league.  Until the school itself decides to make football a priority and allow the coaches to go out and get the type athletes that it takes to bring them back to their glory days things will remain the same.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2007, 10:22:57 AM
The information on the Regional rankings and tie breakers shows the knowledge of the people who love DIV III football. Not only in this Conference post, but the others as well, which I hope people read. Some great information
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 25, 2007, 10:52:48 AM
Quote from: Ryan Tipps (WCLegacy) on October 24, 2007, 08:26:08 PM
Now that the regional rankings are out, that should really help give people an idea of what the NCAA folks think about Muhlenberg. I will confess to not knowing the criteria inside and out like Pat & Co., but things are looking up that Muhlenberg could get a Pool C bid with a loss to Dickinson.

The team's two nonconference wins come against TCNJ and Union, two teams that are fifth and eight, respectively, in the East Region rankings. It's also a big perk that the the majority of the Centennial did well in nonconference play. We could see as many as, what, five CC teams end the season at 7-3 or better?

It is a concern, though, that one-loss teams Dickinson and Ursinus are not included on the South Region rankings. That means that there's something in the criteria that makes those teams less desirable than the other one-loss teams listed (Bridgewater, Trinity, etc.). My guess is that Ursinus is hurt by playing a non-D3 team, so they're short what could otherwise be an in-region win. And Dickinson might very well be the 11th team in the region, we just don't know for sure.

The question is whether their negative element of the criteria -- whatever it is -- would affect all the teams in the Centennial. It might, it might not.

Anyway, my gut tells me that a Muhlenberg team that goes 9-1 would have a great shot at getting in. The number of one-loss teams around the country are quickly dwindling, and conferences that frequently send two teams to the postseason (CCIW, OAC, ASC) aren't looking like they're going to have that this year. That makes Muhlenberg look all that much better.

For the new readers, the Pool C board under "General Football" will have most of the discussion about the Pool C bids.

Having only one loss may be the key. except in some very specific situations, e.g., the Ohio Athletic Conference members.
Thanks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 25, 2007, 10:56:36 AM
Splik, I did notice the mis spelling on your post and had to laugh, I thought at first you did it on purpose. I will never give anyone a hard time about typos on this board because I can't type for**********(BEANS). I am a hunt and peck kind of guy. I was going through my drawer last night and what did I find? A JUNIATA t shirt. I forgot I even had it, so I wore it to bed in honor of you and Murphy!

FBFAN: You are a little late to the party in giving Murph a hard time. He said what he said in the beginning of the year, then removed all his posts and has kept a low profile the rest of the season. None of you Eagle fans can be happy without a win this season. I said this a few posts ago. No team at ANY LEVEL should go through a season without a win.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Transplanted_Yankee on October 25, 2007, 12:52:59 PM
BT you make a good observation that no team should go through a season without a win and rarely does it happen.  Even in Juniata's recently beleaguered football era post K.P.B (for those who played for the man know who I am talking about) the team has always pulled out at least one game, except for 2005 which was a very, very sad year.  In 2004 a 1-9 Juniata pulled off a very unexpected win against traditional MAC power Lycoming and even last year JC pulled off 2 relatively unexpected wins.  Looking at the rest of schedule for JC it would look improbable that they would pull one off but Dickinson and Hopkins may want to be on upset alert in the next two weeks because fate has to step in at some point and stop the madness and Dickinson will be coming off a big game with the Mules, win or loss they might have a little bit of a let down heading into a big game the following week with Ursinus.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on October 25, 2007, 01:17:10 PM
Hello

FWIW I thought long and hard yesterday before I logged on to the site to reply to a comment left by BTEXPRESS wondering where I was.  To be honest after my last episode at the end of September I hadn't looked at the site again until yesterday.  All I was going to do was post a hi I'm still here; honestly I wish I hadn't posted anything.

Having said that I think I need to reply to fbfan814

Fbfan I don't know if you read my last posting or not but it appears that you registered to the D-III just yesterday and I assume you did so to reply specifically to my posting.  It's almost as if you were waiting in the weeds to see if I would post something that could be considered derogatory to JC football.

Next as to your comment as to whether I'm man enough to contact the coaches and offer to help I haven't.  However, after my comments in September I did contact Coach Alt by e-mail and apologize for the statements I posted on this site. 

In fact, so that he knew specifically what I was apologizing for I sent him a copy of my comments and offered to apologize to him personally and to speak to the team if he thought it necessary.  Is that enough manhood for you?

For what it's worth, fbfan Coach Alt's reply follows "No problem with me.  I knew that criticism would be part of the job."

If you're interested in my comments and you want to reveal your e-mail address, I'll send you a copy.  If I'm guilty of anything, it's for airing my personal feelings in a public forum.  I didn't put anything in the September post that I haven't heard from various parents and fans in the stands.

In addition, Fbfan I'm curious is there a specific group of pre-requisites that exist before someone is able to comment about the Juniata football team.  Do I have to wait a specified number of years to qualify before I'm able to comment about the team?  If this is true, please explain the rules.

I'll be at this week's game if you would like to discuss this further; I'm not that hard to find especially after the September massacre, everyone knows I'm the fullback's father.  I'll be the guy standing in the street on Saturday applauding the team as they go by.

Regards
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on October 25, 2007, 02:18:18 PM
FbFan,  when were the Juniata football "glory days?" 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jackblack on October 25, 2007, 02:45:11 PM
Hey guys

I just wanted to see everyone's votes on the best players at each position in the conference and maybe an offensive and defensive player of the year

Here's mine

QB- Ian Mitchell, Dickinson
RB-Tom Sturges, Gettysburg
WR- Lance Tippett, Juniata/George Eager, F&M
OL- Mike Nolan, Muhlenberg
TE- Matt Johnson, Muhlenberg

DL- Chris Musselman, Muhlenberg
LB- Eric Dube, Dickinson
DB-Chris Frank, Ursinus/Ryan Heinig, Dickinson

Offensive Player of the Year- Ian Mitchell, Dickinson (over Sturges based on last week's game)
Defensive Player of the Year- Chris Musselman, Muhlenberg (could be Dube but has to go to a Muhlenber guy right now)

what do you guys think
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 25, 2007, 03:54:04 PM
Quote from: Murphy on October 25, 2007, 01:17:10 PM
If you're interested in my comments and you want to reveal your e-mail address, I'll send you a copy. 

Click on his name. Easily done.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Transplanted_Yankee on October 25, 2007, 04:41:35 PM
A little banter is fun, sure we don't want anyone to have their feelings hurt and criticizing student athletes for their play on the field is not a practice I would subscribe to but in the words of the now infamous Mike Grundy, coach at Oklahoma State "I AM A MAN,  I'M 40, YOU WANT TO PICK ON A KID, NO PICK ON ME, I'M A MAN"  As crazy as he sounded in his rant he is right, coaches at any level go into the position knowing they are going to get criticized for whatever their team does and maybe in D-III it doesn't seem right because there are no sports talk radio stations talking about the Mules chances to run the table and win the Centennial or the bonehead calls made by one coach or another but there are still fans out there who have a beef and want to be heard.  So if someone unleashes a rant about coaches and the direction of a program so be it, just let the players out of it.

Muph, welcome back, I believe when you say Coach Alt emailed you back no hard feelings I believe it, he is a MAN and knew going in the job was not going to be easy.  He was on that staff before becoming the head coach and saw the direction the school was forcing the program down and thought he could do something to turn it around.

As for the person who asked about the glory days of JC Football, you would have to go back to the 1960's and 1970's to find glory days.  During the 80's, 90's, and into this decade glory has equaled 5 and 6 win seasons.   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: morGhounds on October 26, 2007, 02:46:40 AM
ok i know i'm a bit biased...but i think marc braxmeier should def. be before mitchell for QB in the conference....mitchell does a lot of running but i think brax is an all around better QB.....just look at his numbers, as for reciever, i don't see how a player from juniata or F&M can be chosen.....when you have a team that isn't doing too well, you need to move the ball, which means you resort to passing the ball....if every team threw the ball as much as those 2 teams did, you would see many more break out recievers....let me know what you think about this, cause i just lost my train of thought and would like to continue this players list
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on October 26, 2007, 02:39:26 PM
Muhlenberg (stays unbeaten for another week)
Ursinus (Homecoming, Home field spells win for the Bears)
F&M (Just because someone has to win)
John Hopkins

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 26, 2007, 02:46:45 PM
mor- you can't punish those guys for being real good players on teams that are less than stellar.  I don't know that you came make the case that they are good because of the system because at least, from your comment, it seems they need to pass and therefore the defense should have an easier time defending the pass since the D know its coming.  
Yankee - I'M 40, YOU WANT TO PICK ON A KID, NO PICK ON ME, I'M A MAN is my new favorite exclamation having just beat out SHOVE A RED HOT POKER UP THEIR A--!!  I know you would appreciate that.  Players at schools this siize, as opposed to the football factories in the  higher divisions, do not deserve to be harshly criticized for their play (possibly their behavior) on the field by people on an internet message board.
BT - please never tell me you're wearing something to bed in my honor again.  It's like when Rocky and Apollo Creed were hugging in the ocean in Rocky III, a little too homoerotic for my tastes.  

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on October 26, 2007, 03:11:15 PM
For once I agree with Splik.

I've seen all but 2 Centennial conference teams and I think that Tippit is as good a receiver as you'll find in the conference and should not be punished for his teams overall record.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 26, 2007, 04:41:17 PM
jackblack:

You do bring up an interesting subject with many for and against at each position.

QB-- Turner from F & M leads in total offense, but Mitchell is not a bad choice either
RB-- Sturges leads in yardage
WR-- do not over look Hill from Moravian, most yards per catch
OL There is another returning First Team All-Conference lineman at Ursinus Rinkus
TE falls into the OL side

DL Hettrich leads in tackles
LB Dube Returning all conference and DPY from last year
DB-- Robinson Moravian leads in INT.. Butler from Ursinus another returning ALL Conference from last year

Offense Player-- Deluca of Muhlenburg and Sturges at Getterysburg also good choices
Defense Player--Dube won last year--Roy of Juniata very good player that should be considered

And I am sure that there are quite a few that I missed, but I looked at the Stats for this one
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 27, 2007, 08:09:37 PM
Next week Muhlennberg at Ursinus.. A must see game.. A Ursinus win and then at Dickinson would have co champs.. But Muhlenberg most also get past Moravian... Things could be fun over the next two weeks..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on October 29, 2007, 07:12:19 AM
Results after week 9
Out of a total possible 45
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                                32                     
BITMAT.CB24                             30
OLD ENDS                                 29
WR#1                                       28                                 
RESERVED SEAT                        24                                  
RED DEVILS                              14
BULLDOG                                  13 
MURPHY                                    12     

Week 10 Schedule   
Muhlenberg @ Ursinus  (Game of the Season)
Juniata @ Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall @ John Hopkins
McDaniel @ Gettysburg
 

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 29, 2007, 12:53:14 PM
Did anyone see the Dickinson vs Mulenberg game in person? From reading the press releases it sounded like Mulenberg made several big plays on  two different 4th downs to score touchdowns and come back from a 17-0 deficit. Did the weather or field conditions play a role?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 29, 2007, 07:51:15 PM
Did not see the game, read the Muhlenberg sports releasse and they made no mention of conditions.
The only thing I noticed is that Dickinson and 2 lost fumbles and 2 interceptions, while Muhlenberg only lost 1 fumble.
Holding on to that ball is so important in a game like that.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 29, 2007, 07:54:14 PM
Forgot the picks:

Muhlenberg-- again turnover margin in thier favor.. plus they lead over Ursinus in a lot of other stats also
Dickinson
John Hopkins
Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 30, 2007, 08:58:25 AM
Muhlenberg @ Ursinus (The Mules disrupted the Bears undefeated season last year on the pooltable, UC returns the favor on Senior day.  Very close and hard fought game)
Juniata @ Dickinson (Recovers from last weeks loss but there are going to be some lingering effects from the loss.  This game is closer than you think)
Franklin & Marshall @ John Hopkins (JHU rolls in this one)
McDaniel @ Gettysburg (McDaniel loses again after a close one in Lancaster last week)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 30, 2007, 09:07:02 AM
Looks like Muhlenberg has 3 'Games of the Week' in a row.  This stretch will definitely show whether they're worthy of being conference champions.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 30, 2007, 11:43:02 AM
It is hard to believe there are only two weeks left in the regular season. Here are my picks:

URSINUS over Mulenberg(it is very hard in any sport to go undefeated in a season. The Mules are coming off an emotional win last week, going with the home team Bears in a mild upset)
DICKINSON over Junita(the Devils rebound over the Eagles, although I think this game will be close as well)
HOPKINS over F&M(can't see the Dips making it two wins in a row)
GETTYSBURG over McDaniel( The Bullets have a chance to finish the season at 7-3, their best record in years)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on October 30, 2007, 12:46:33 PM
I kind of find it curious that some think Dickinson/Juniata will be a close game.  I wonder why.

Juniata has only scored a total of 14 points in the first and third quarters in 8 previous games. 

Before any Juniata fans jump on me this isn't criticism this is fact in the 8 previous games thay have scored a total of 7 point in the first quarter and 7 in the third quarter.

What makes anyone think they will be different this Saturday?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 30, 2007, 01:39:14 PM
My opinion (not that it matters) is that Dickinson just lost a change to win or share the conference championship with it's loss to Mulenberg last week. After blewing a 17 point lead, they now have no shot at getting back to the NCCA playoffs with two losses. I think they will be overlooking the Eagles. However, I still feel they have more talent than Juniata and will fine a way to win, but it will be no more than 10 points.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 30, 2007, 02:33:13 PM
In response to the previous question, I think the Dickinson game will be close do to the fact they lost a game against the conference leaders after starting off with a 17 point lead.  Football, more than anyother sport, is played on emotion and in the event of Juniata making a few big plays, the "here we go again" mindset can start creeping around.  Im not saying this is gonig to cause Dickinson to lose the game, but I think it will be closer than previously thought.  Juniata doesnt impress me by any means but an emotional letdown from last week could cause the Devils to faulter early. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 30, 2007, 07:09:15 PM
Ursinus does have a very good shot at winning. If they do then go on to win at Dickinson, they may get a playoff bid. The only thing I can see that hurts them, by reading some of the other post patterns, is LaSalle. Not a DIV III team. I know rules are rules, but they did play up. Although LaSalle's record does not help either.

What ever happens the people who do this know thier stuff and look at everything. Read some of the other post patterns.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 30, 2007, 08:20:25 PM
It seems to me, based on observation of the Mules since August, that
last week's Dickinson game was precisely what they needed to prepare them for this week's Ursinus game. Neither weather nor field conditions played any part in the Mules victory....heart (like Rocky getting off the canvas...from a 17-0 deficit), courage (to abandon their dependence on the running game that had carried them through 7 games and to resurrect their defense, which had previousl not been violated), and sheer will to win
(evidenced by 2 separate 4th down touchdowns, one following a successful fake punt first down) put the Mules where they belonged...ON TOP..See losing coach Breaux quote in 10/30 Around the Mid- Atlantic.

Mules can and should prevail over Ursinus in game of the year on Saturday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on October 31, 2007, 08:51:16 AM
[/b]Muhlenberg@ Ursinus (The Mules show that they are for real; this has the making of a great game, and it looks like weather should not be a factor)
Juniata @ Dickinson 
Franklin & Marshall @ John Hopkins
McDaniel @ Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on October 31, 2007, 10:02:09 AM
Nothing like being a homer muledaddy, huh?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 31, 2007, 12:42:46 PM

If an honest guy with an honest name like mine can't be a bit of a homer, who can?

    I do like Dickinson, Hopkins and Gettysburg also, this week.

Go  Mules.....Kick Bears
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 31, 2007, 08:03:39 PM
Nicd to see that two teams, Muhlenberg and Ursinus, are ranked in the south region. Hats off to both teams.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 31, 2007, 10:02:09 PM
murph - no one can criticize you for stating the facts. 

As much as the 'here we go again' attitude might come out, Dickinson might also be pretty ticked off from losing after having a 17-0 lead and take it out on the Eagles. 

Then again, maybe this will be Juniata's week to get off the goose egg. 

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 01, 2007, 08:20:06 AM
Week 10 Picks  
Ursinus-should be an extremely competitive game
Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg

Just my hunches
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 01, 2007, 08:37:44 AM
Splik

No one, believe me, no one would like to see Juniata win more than I would.  I may be critical of their game plan but at home on game day I'm standing in the street clapping and urging them on.  And on the road I'm in the stands doing whatever I can to encourage them to win.  I continue to see the players play hard on every play.

I was even suprised and very pleased to see them throw in 2 new plays last week and scored on both on them. 

They scored on an 80 yard option play when the fullback (surprise) threw a pass to a receiver who raced the last 60 yards to the end zone.

They scored on another fullback pass on 4th and goal from the 3 when the fullback hit the quarterback in full stride in the end zone.

The coaches deserve a lot of credit for trying something risky and new.

Murphy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 01, 2007, 09:32:02 AM
Ursinus VS Muhlenburg

I'm not sure if any of you guys have ever heard of the Born Power Index or not.  It's a website that will give you the spread on any football game, high school or college matching 2 teams from PA and New Jersey. 

The index has Muhlenburg projected to be a 4.8 point favorite.

They claim to be right almost 80% percent of the time.

The url is www.bornpowerindex.com.

Murphy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 01, 2007, 09:49:45 AM
Murph
I have a question for you. Why do you STAND IN THE STREET to watch the home games????
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 01, 2007, 09:52:26 AM
The kids come down the street to get to the stadium at least twice for pre-game  activities.  Al the parents and other fans stand and clap as they go by.

Then I go and watch the game from the 50.

Murphy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 01, 2007, 10:34:19 AM
I knew you were a 50 YARD LINE kind of Guy!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 01, 2007, 10:35:27 AM
Why watch from anywheere else.  What do you think of the Born Power Index?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 01, 2007, 11:16:18 AM
I like it, it is great for the High Schools as well. Thanks for sharing with us.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on November 01, 2007, 01:23:55 PM
That power index tool is fairly interesting and the 80% correct ratio shows its not a half-assed mathmatecal equation.  Im still going with the Bears and I think the UC defense has something for the Mules.  Just like they shut down the the usually highscoring Moravian attack.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 02, 2007, 02:02:47 AM

I liked the power index...impressive wining percentage...but there are always exceptions to every rule....

Mules beat Bears but Eagles beat Dallas on Sunday night football. 2 good games.

Look for 2 good defenses in Mule-UC, but 1 noticeably better.....and that makes a difference......aboouot 4.9 pts difference, some would say
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 02, 2007, 07:43:11 AM
I used the power index all last year to predict winners for a highschool football pool I was in.  It will give you a idea who was favored based on their criteria but wasn't always accurate. 

The game is played on the field not in a data base.
Title: Listen to Muhlenberg-Ursinus
Post by: commish on November 02, 2007, 07:37:16 PM
since there is no student radio station coverage, the Centennial Conference will broadcast the big game in Collegeville between Muhlenberg and Ursinus.  Click on http://www.centennial.org/cctv/ for the action beginning at 12:45 p.m.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on November 02, 2007, 07:50:11 PM
so the idea is snap to the qb who hands to the fb who passes the ball to someone else?  It's a pass play kinda like little league where everyone gets a chance to touch the ball. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 03, 2007, 08:21:59 PM
Well I think the idea was to try something new and it worked twice.  Two passes two TD's.

Thye tried something similiar today at Dickinson.  Reverse to the wide receiver who  stopped and threw to another wide out wide open but the ball was a little under thrown and got caught in the wind a little and was picked off. 

Have to give them credit they tried something new and it would have worked if the ball had just a little more on it.

They had a decent chance to win today but they are still plagued by putting four quarters of good play back to back to back to back.

There is always next year.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 04, 2007, 01:36:28 PM
what does everyone think, now that the conference has been won, about possible players of the year??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 04, 2007, 05:51:49 PM
Muhlenberg flex it's defensive muscle. Only 96 total yards for Ursinus and 6 sacks.. Impressive!!!
Even though they have the Centennial crown Moravin will not be a push-over.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Foot fan on November 04, 2007, 07:28:52 PM
Congrats to Muhlenberg on clinching the conference championship. After 2 non-conference wins against TCNJ and Union (combined 14-1  since playing Muhlenberg), the Mules have won their 1st 7 conference games. A win against a good Moravian team would be the first undefeated team in school history. Good chance for home game in NCAA tournament I would think.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on November 05, 2007, 07:22:56 AM
Results after week 10
Out of a total possible 44
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                                34                     
BITMAT.CB24                             33
OLD ENDS                                 32
WR#1                                       30                                 
RESERVED SEAT                        27                                  
RED DEVILS                              14
BULLDOG                                  13 
MURPHY                                    12     

Week 11 Schedule   
Moravian @ Muhlenberg
Juniata @ Gallaudet
Gettysburg @ Franklin & Marshall 
McDaniel @ John Hopkins
Ursinus @ Dickinson 


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on November 05, 2007, 07:27:36 AM
Picks for the final week of the season:

Moravian @ Muhlengerg ( Mules finish 10-0, Moravian hasn't beaten a team with a winning record all season)
McDaniel @ John Hopkins
Gettysburg @ Franklin & Marshall
Ursinus @ Dickinson (Ursinus takes out last weeks game on Dickinson & hopes for an at large bid to the dance)
Juniata @ Gallaudet (For Murphy)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 05, 2007, 12:15:13 PM
BITMAT:

Thanks for keeping track of the picks this season, it has been fun. I can't let you catch me in the final week. Here Goes:

MULENBERG over Moravian ( Can't see the Mules giving up an undefeated season)
DICKINSON over Ursinus ( Can't see two Centenntial teams getting an NCAA bid, winner of this game hosts an ECAC game,although I hope I am wrong)
GETTYSBURG over F & M ( The Bullets trying for a 7-3 season, their best in years)
HOPKINS over McDaniel
JUNIATA over Gallaudet ( Murph, your suffering ends this week and lets the Eagles finish out the season on a positive note)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 05, 2007, 07:06:24 PM
Hard to say that this is the last week of picks...  Unless it continues through the playoffs

Mulhenberg
gallaudet
Gettysburg
John Hopkins
Dickinson

This have enjoyable
:'(
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 06, 2007, 12:45:32 AM
Muhlenberg
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Dickinson
Juniata (maybe)

Still...no one with any all conference predictions??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 06, 2007, 07:55:01 AM
I know there isn't a tegeory for toughness but if there was only one player in the conference would deserve it.  Jay Leonard quarterback for Juniata.

That young man took a beating every game and continued to play hard every play.  He certainaly is the MVP of Juniata.

Leonard and Juniata lead the conference in late hits and unsportsman like penaltys it just seemd to me that teams took their shots at him whenever thay had a chance.  I'll bet if yoiu looked at the penalty stats for the whole year he got hit late or dirty at least twice a game.

That kid is one tough hombre.

Murphy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoUC9 on November 06, 2007, 03:28:18 PM
Whats happening fellas.  Just wanted to come on here and rant for a minute, Ive been reading for most of the year.  As you can tell Im a former UC guy and I must say as much as I would love to see it happen, even with a win at Dickinson, there is no way they will make the playoffs.  The CC just does not garner enough respect around the nation to have two teams get a bid.  Secondly my hats off to the Mules, they are a very good football team and I look for them to step up for the conference as a whole and play well in the playoffs.  Im willing to say right now if they win Saturday and get a game at home they will win it, its just too tough to go in there and play on the old style turf.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 06, 2007, 03:35:30 PM
Muhlenburg is a 21 point favorite over Moravian, according to the Born Power Index.

Muhlenburg is also the best team I've seen all year.  Hope they do well on Saturday and in the post season.

BTW - Juniata is a 16 point favorite over Gallaudet, according to the Power Index
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 06, 2007, 03:43:33 PM
Murph

I feel the W coming for you and your team this weekend!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 06, 2007, 03:49:43 PM
Thanks.  Maybe I'll bring them luck because I'm going to miss the game.  Which just might make a lot of people happy.

Murphy.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 06, 2007, 07:42:08 PM
Murphy it is sad that you have to miss the game.. Galluadet is making a comeback to football and plays an independent schedule down in Washington DC. I tried to get to one of their games against Case Western. Illness prevented that from happening. From what I can remember they like to pass and the defense was pretty good against the run.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 06, 2007, 09:09:54 PM
Greetings from the Land of the Mules,

This week's picks......MULES, J[/colojuniata, Gettysburg, Hopkins, Dickinson.In the Mules-UC game,the offense hitting its 30 pts per game avg (oppponent average 7), was comfortable as the defense established itself and shuy down the bears all day with the exception of 1 drive ,immediately after the second half kickoff. 

10-0 would be special,first in 107 years for the Mules, and keep the momentum going into the playoffs.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jackblack on November 07, 2007, 09:05:33 AM
CC12

I think the best offensive player in the conference is no doubt Ian Mitchell from Dickinson, but Tom Sturges of Gettysburg is most likely going to win Offensive Player of the Year.

As far as defense goes Eric Dube of Dickinson should win the award but I don't think you can go wrong with giving it to someone on Muhlenberg considering what they did on defense.

Just throwing this out there... What happened to Matt Flynn (Gettysburg QB), after an impressive freshmen year he has been absolutly terrible pretty much costing Gettysburg the conference title with his performances against Muhlenberg and Dickinson.

Typical of Gettysburg quarterbacks I guess gets worse as they get older, look at Joe Gossweiler.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on November 07, 2007, 11:21:34 AM
McDaniel has certainly gone from the pent house to the out house in the Centennial!  They are a JOKE.  When will the AD grow a set and fire Keating.  He is the reason they are terrible.  Bad recruiting, bad assistant coaches, bad play calling, bad off season training, leads to a 1-9 season with the only win over a high school (JV team) in Juniata.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 07, 2007, 11:29:34 AM
Hey there terror man tread lightly on Juniata.  Calling them a JV team is something I take umbridge to, those kids do not deserve that kind of crap from you.

They play hard every game and if if they caught a break or two McDaniel would be 0-9 and not 1-8.

Criticize your own team and leave Juniata alone.

Murphy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on November 07, 2007, 11:43:48 AM
I saw the game, and McDaniel is TERRIBLE, which makes Juniata WORSE.  There are high school teams in Maryland that would beat McDaniel, and CRUSH Juniata.  I am speaking the facts, when will they fire Keating, and bring some talent back to the Centennial?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on November 07, 2007, 11:47:31 AM
I agree with GoUC9, the outcomes of this weeks game dont matter the only team making the DIII playoffs from the CC is Muhlenberg.  The Centenial Conference is definately viewed as a weak conference around the country and has received littel press.  I think the immergence of UC, Muhlenberg and Dickinson with solid squads over the past few years has brought back some credibility to the conference.  Each team has proved themselves outside of the conference as well as making in conference games much more interesting.  I attended this past weeks game between UC and MC, I was impressed by the MU offense and defense.  They are a solid team and hopefully they can bring some respect for the conference from the rest of DIII.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 07, 2007, 11:52:32 AM
Well Jim Dog.

I would appreciate it if you would refrain from dragging my eagles in the mud. 

I have as many issues with the administration of my team but that doesn't give me the right to drag someone else's team through the mud.

Bad form dog
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on November 07, 2007, 11:53:46 AM
Moravian @ Muhlenberg
Juniata @ Gallaudet
Gettysburg @ Franklin & Marshall 
McDaniel @ John Hopkins
Ursinus @ Dickinson 

It was a very exciting season and I look forward to following all teams from this conference competing in post season games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on November 07, 2007, 11:54:59 AM
Finally getting some fire on this message board?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 07, 2007, 12:23:11 PM
Wher have you been #1, I've been under fire since late September.

Duck and cover!   ;D

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on November 07, 2007, 01:19:37 PM
Im aware but you have been fending off the attacks fairly well.  Plus your team didnt have one of its best years and everyone enjoys kicking people when they are down.  Im not justifying the beating you and your Eagles have been taking but its apparent some moves need to be made for you guys to compete in this conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 07, 2007, 01:54:28 PM
Be careful there #1 you'll have the Juniata Eagles fans breathing down your neck for making statements like "its apparent some moves need to be made for you guys to compete in this conference".

It will be interesting to see if any moves are made at the end of the season.  The JC sport administration has to decide what their goals for the football team are going forward. 

Is fielding a competitive team a goal?  I don't rememeber who it was but during the summer somone made a point that there are so many D-III football teams in PA that he didn't think that there was enough college level talent available to go around. 

Certainly schools that are in realitively rural areas that don't have a very exciting night life to attract urban kids to the area are at a competitive disadvantage.  I've been to Huntingdon they roll up the sidewalks at 9 P.M.

There now I'm in trouble again.

Murphy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on November 08, 2007, 10:16:10 AM
QuoteBe careful there #1 you'll have the Juniata Eagles fans breathing down your neck for making statements like "its apparent some moves need to be made for you guys to compete in this conference".
Hope this was not directed at me.  I actually agree with you on this note, I felt you were wrong for criticizing players.

From my understandiing, Juniata switched to the Centennial to play teams who were closer to them academically and therefore the Eagles would be on a more even playing field than with the teams in the MAC.  As someone who played at Juniata and lived in Huntingdon, there is not a whole lot going on - they did not even have a Wal-Mart while I was there.  Would you really want to pay that much money, I think tuition has gone up $15,000 in the 4 years since I've been there, and live in a place as 'exciting' as Huntingdon?

But hey, the women's volleyball team is good....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 08, 2007, 10:45:13 AM
Although I have never been there, I am told there is not much going on in ALLIANCE, OHIO the home of the MOUNT UNION COLLEGE "Raiders" as well!. How it compares to Huntington, Pa. I just don't know.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 08, 2007, 10:47:20 AM
Sorry Splik, before you get on me, I had a slip in the old typing skills, HUNTINGDON
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 08, 2007, 10:48:44 AM
Splik

No that comment wasn't sent in your direction, it was directed at fbfan814 more than anyone.  

Also it was meant to be a light hearted attempt at humor kind of spoofing myself for all the criticism I've garnered since September.  I agree that any criticism shouldn't be directed at the players, but it's also hard to critize a team without some of it hitting the players.

And most of my point is that if a certain player isn't performing well why not give someone else a chance.  When you 0-9 what do you have to loose?  There was a lot of chatter from the parents in the second half at Dickinson when we were down 41 points to "put the freshmen in and give someone esle a chance".

When you have -16 yards rushing for a whole game like they did against Johns Hopkins I would think it's time to give the ball to a kid who you recruited to play running back but plugged in at fullback to fill a need.

I understand that they thought they would be playing on a little more even field in the Centennial but I don't think that has turned out to be true.  I also think from talking with my son it has motiviated some teams to rub it in their faces a little.  

I understand that there is a lot of chatter that takes place on the field with a special welcome to the Centennial league.  Especially from some of the defensive players, I heard that the Ursinus players were the worst.

Enough from me.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: fbfan814 on November 08, 2007, 11:31:30 AM
You called me out so here I am. 

Yes, I am a die-hard JC Eagles fan.  I've seen the ups and the downs and want more than anything for things to turn around for that team.  It breaks my heart when people say stupid s*** , i.e. calling them a high school JV team and picking on the coaching staff.  These people have no idea.  They have no clue about how hard these young men and coaches work to make the most of what they've got.   You can only work with what you are given.  Come to a game and look at a program, compare the size of Juniata's players to their competition....it's a pretty big difference.  It's ashame that the size of heart is not listed.

And as far as Huntingdon not being a happenin' town.  No crap!  But JC is its own little society up on the hill and the students are always up to something.  They have a way of making their own fun.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 08, 2007, 11:39:42 AM
Dude read back to the post from Terror, I didn't saw anything about Juniata being a JV team.

I told the guy to leave Juniata alone and defended the players, coaches that's another story.  Juniata's players always play hard I have never said other wise.

Huntingdon is what it is a nice town that doesn't have much to offer young people looking for a night life.

I assume you read my previous post about your rant from a couple of weeks ago.  I have a clear conscience.

I sent an e-mial to your personal address did you read it?

Murphy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: fbfan814 on November 08, 2007, 12:17:46 PM
Cool your jets Murphy.  Not all comments are directed solely at you, paranoid much?  Just like you I felt the need to air out my feelings.  Nothing personal.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on November 08, 2007, 12:27:46 PM
The downfall of the Green Terror program began the day they changed their name to McDaniel.  Who did not see that coming.  Their head coach is the same guy who won a bunch off CC championships under the name of Western Maryland.

As a Dickinson College follower, I am upset that Pat Coleman and co. are projecting a 2 loss team of Hobart into the play-offs ahead of Dickinson w/ a Pool C bid.  I am not saying that Dickinson should make the play-offs if they beat Ursinus this week.  I am only saying that should be considered ahead of Hobart.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: fbfan814 on November 08, 2007, 12:34:47 PM
At least they kept the Green Terror name.  That is one of the best team names around.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 08, 2007, 12:53:40 PM
OCK7 The Hopkins loss just absolutely killed Dickinson's chance at the BIG Dance this year, otherwise they have had a great and exciting season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 08, 2007, 01:09:06 PM
fbfan814

Still waiting for you to reply to the e-mail I sent you.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 08, 2007, 01:15:41 PM
This is GOOD DRAMA, now I feel this message board has caught up to some of the others. Splik, I think this is what you wanted a few weeks ago. Murph, for what it is worth, I am on your side in this argument. You stated your feelings about the team(as any Parent or Fan would) then took the heat and now you rightfully feel you need to defend yourself.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 08, 2007, 01:21:44 PM
I think fbfan814 owes me an explanation for his original post. 

Which he has been ignoring ever since. He questions whether or not I had the stones to make my feelings known to the Juniata head coach. 

I explaned how things went down and he has yet to acknowledge my reply.  Must have a short memory or can't admit when he's wrong.

Murph
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on November 08, 2007, 01:43:58 PM
     Its been awhile and it looks like a lot of interesting things happened while I was away (both on and off the field).  As to Dickinson getting in before Hobart, I agree the loss to Hopkins was devestating towards their chances, the best that they can hope for now is to get an ECAC game at home, and they'll only get that if they win this weekend. 
     The good news on that note is that they get Ursinus at home.  In my four years at Dickinson the difference between playing them at home or at Collegeville was incredible.  My freshman and junior years we got them at home and whopped them completely both times.  My sophmore and senior years we played them on the road and they were both incredibly tough games. (sophmore year we won 10 - 7, senior year we lost in overtime).  I think Dickinson playing them at home will make the difference. 

     As to conference players of the year as to the offensive side its hard for me to say there are a lot of strong candidates.  Mitchell and his body of work seem to make a very strong case, but then I'm biased.  Matt Torchia (Dickinson QB) won it last year, and due to the fact that Dickinson did not repeat as champs I am skeptical that they will award O-POTY to a Devil this season also.

   As far as defensive player of the year goes, there is one player that is at another level on the defensive side of the ball, Eric Dube LB Dickinson College.  Again I'm biased, but from playing with him for three years and seeing him a number of times this year he is the most exciting defensive player that I have seen in this conference.  He garnered the award deservedly last year and this year I think he might be even better (his knee is much healthier than it was last season).

   Murph, I don't know why you seem to garner so much negative attention from the other posters, I don't think you've ever said anything unreasonable.  Attacking the players is the only thing that I think is out of bounds, and you have always supported and cheered them on, I think it shows a lot of strength on your part because it would be easy to put things on the kids especially with a son on the team that you might think deserves more playing time (dont know the story there, just assuming he doesn't get a lot of PT because he is a freshman.)  As to criticizing the coaches, well thats part of their job.  They have to know that if things go badly that they are going to be blamed. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 08, 2007, 01:59:26 PM
Devil, Murph's son has started at Fullback from Day One as a Freshman.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: fbfan814 on November 08, 2007, 02:00:33 PM
Murphy you're gonna be waiting awhile for that email, buddy.  I have nothing more to say to you.  And as for your apologizing, good for you.  Perhaps next time you won't talk negatively about the whole team, including the players.  
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 08, 2007, 02:09:35 PM
RD07

On the contrary my son is one of the few freshman in the conference to start as a freshman, plays fullback and plays a lot plays on 3 of the 4 special teams.  My grip isn't about playing time it's about opportunity, specifically to opportunity to do something he was recruited to do, play running back.

He went there thinking he was going to have an opportunity to compete for the tailback position. Never got the chance, they moved him to fullback after the third practice, before they even put the pads on.    

He feels as if he didn't get a chance to compete, I agree.  All he wants is a chance and he didn't get it.

Consider this he's bigger and faster (6 foot 190 runs a 4.6 forty) than the rest of the backs.  He averaged over 7 yards a carry during a 3 year varsity career playing against some of the best football teams in district 4.   The year he had a decent line in front of him he averaged over 11 yards a carry for the season.  Playing against the likes Montoursville (they have not had a loosing season since 1985) and five time state champ Southern Columbia.

All he wanted was a chance to compete, didn't get the chance to run the ball on a team that's weakest link is running the ball.
 

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on November 08, 2007, 02:30:11 PM
If your son is starting as a freshman, good for him, but it probably means the program isn't that good.  Being that they are 0-9, that seems obvious.  But if he's happy getting turf time good for him.  He wanted a chance to compete?  Well if by showing up on Saturdays and getting his butt handed to him then thats what is happening.  As for high school performance, it means NOTHING in college, no matter what level.  Was he recruited by any other CC schools?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 08, 2007, 02:49:30 PM
Jim Dog why would I want to reply to anything you have to say?

You are a sad and angry man and you owe an apology to the Juniata players for your comments yesterday.

And don't say another thing about my kid!  You don't know my kid dude.

Murphy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on November 08, 2007, 03:18:06 PM
Just to intervene, I couldn't help but notice after reading for the past few days that it seems as if Murphy's sole purpose for being on the Post Patterns is to stick up for his son.  Let's get back to brass tacks and talk football, as this forum was designed to do...There's no doubt in my mind that Juniata plays their hearts out, practices as hard as anyone out there in the CC< but let's talk FACTS, as Terrorizer says, no one is going to go to Juniata in hopes of someday turning things around there....that's a fact...tell your boy to transfer, somwehere there is hope...i'll even play devils advocate and say Terrorizer is right in that if he's playing as a freshman the program is struggling, i'll glady say my alma mater is doing horrible, and they're starting freshmen in droves...it's FACT...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 08, 2007, 03:21:29 PM
TERRORIZER, Let me get this straight, your team is 1-8 with your only win being a 14 to 10 win against 0-9 Juniata and you are talking smack like your team is 8-1. If you think Juniata is a JV team what does that make your Westminster Boys????? I have watched this battle from a far(I have no dog in this fight). Murph is a proud Dad whose son probably came from a winning High School program and he is frustrated as obviously you are as well. As I have said on this board before, NO TEAM at any level, should have to go through a season without tasting a VICTORY. The Kids work too hard going to class, practice etc . not to get any reward in return. Your once proud program has fallen on hard times. After the Eagles get a win this weekend and your team finishes with the same 1-9 season record what are the two of you going to argue about in the off season?. THAT BEING SAID, THE TWO OF YOU HAVE MADE FOR SOME INTERESTING MESSAGE BOARD READING.
Title: CC
Post by: Terrorizer24 on November 08, 2007, 03:29:37 PM
Please see the Post where i TRASHED the current McDaniel Program.  They are terrible.  But Juniata is worse.  McDaniel has history that helps them recruit, Juniata not so much.  I'm trying to help Murph get his kid to a better place to play if he was such a stud in high school.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on November 08, 2007, 03:38:20 PM
i already know he's not inferring that Murph's son transfer to McDaniel, however, although they are also 1-8, McDaniel showed more promise of growth than Juniata...McDaniel started going downhill w/ the name-change...Juniata started going downhill when they decided to pick up a pig-skin...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on November 08, 2007, 03:42:26 PM
I would never wish anyone the pain of playing in Tim keating's Offense.  If he's a good running back he should go to Gettysburg.  They have a good tail back who has to be a senior by now.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2007, 07:44:11 PM
The Centennial Conference Fall Academics Honor Roll has 34 Football Players on it's list. These men should get an applause from all of us for their efforts both off and on the field. To find who they are go the the home page of the Centennial conference and click on academic honor roll.  www.centennial.org/
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2007, 07:55:43 PM
With one final game left in the conference for almost all of the teams here are some of the Offensive leaders.
These are conference games only:

Rushing--- Tom Sturges Getteysburg----- 1123 yards  160 yds/game

Passing--- Jay Leonard Juniata------------- 1818 yards  227 yds/game

Total Off.--Ian Mitchell Dickinson-----------  232 yds/game

Recptions--Chris McInerney Dickinson----- 8.14 per game

Receiving --Lance Tippett Juniata-----------99.6 yards/game

All Purpose- Chris McInerney Dickinson---- 166.6 yds/game

Pass Efficiency-Eric Santagato Muhlenberg-- 152.1 eff.

I'll do more later
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on November 08, 2007, 07:59:20 PM
I did not hope for petty bickering.  

So Juniata lost to McDaniel...which used to be Western Maryland....which is in the eastern part of Maryland?  I miss when they played Delaware Valley, which was in the Delaware Valley or Wilkes which is in Wilkes-Barre.
Now they are playing Gallaudet...which is a school for the deaf and hard of hearing...go figure.

Weird year.  
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2007, 10:05:26 PM
For those who may be interested go to  www.d3sports.com and take a look at the projected playoffs.

Only Muhlenberg is shown for the Centennial Conference..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bob.Gregg on November 08, 2007, 10:17:56 PM
What would y'all think of Mules being seeded #1 in the East Bracket?

Already with a win over NCAA East #1 New Jersey, plus a win over LL co-leader Union....

As far as I could find, haven't seen an import seeded #1 in a region.  Of course, also couldn't find a possible import with wins over a Region's #1, plus another conference leader...

Thoughts...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2007, 10:37:04 PM
Well they do move teams around and it fits in the 500 mile radius.
Also Muhlenberg beat Dickinson which beat Hobart.

You question in a good one lets hope they see it and think about it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on November 08, 2007, 11:15:53 PM
Quote from: splik on November 08, 2007, 07:59:20 PM
I did not hope for petty bickering.  

So Juniata lost to McDaniel...which used to be Western Maryland....which is in the eastern part of Maryland?  I miss when they played Delaware Valley, which was in the Delaware Valley or Wilkes which is in Wilkes-Barre.
Now they are playing Gallaudet...which is a school for the deaf and hard of hearing...go figure.

Weird year.  

WMC, aka McDaniel, was named for the Western Maryland Railroad that ran thru Westminster, thus the caboose on the hill.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on November 09, 2007, 07:25:31 AM
I think I had hear about the railroad connection.  I guess the railroad was not goo at geography either - Westminster is still in eastern MD.  Since I had never been to WMC, I did not realize there was a caboose.  Why the change to McDaniel?

It sounds like the Mules have a decent case for being a #1 seed.  Although, looking at the losing playoff record of the CC posted on the front page the conference's history is against them. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bob.Gregg on November 09, 2007, 07:46:23 AM
Quote from: splik on November 09, 2007, 07:25:31 AM
..., looking at the losing playoff record of the CC posted on the front page the conference's history is against them. 

THAT'S not supposed to have anything to do with this year's selection or seeding.  That would be one of those BIAS things talked about elsewhere on PP...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 09, 2007, 08:12:10 AM
Root for the Mules to get a home game and do well.   Let's see if the Born Power Index is accurate.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 09, 2007, 08:28:37 AM
Murphy,

Thanks for your kind wishes for the Mules.I spoke to my little Mule last night and he seems to convey a sense of focus on the part of the team that will see them
continue to play well in both this Saturday's traditional closeout, the Mule-Greyhound rivalry, and into the playoffs.
It would be nice to see the seeding take into account the Mules very significant games over TCNJ (15-0) and Union (34-0).
The Mules have a nice balance, with an incredibly motivated defense. Head coach
Donnelly calls the shots as defensive coordinator,and has done one hell of a job..
..so far.....don't let your son's plight, real or imagined, get to you..things work out over time
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 09, 2007, 08:47:13 AM
Muledaddy.

The mules were the best team I saw all year, devasting defense.  I really hope they do well in the playoffs and I would consider making the trip to see them play next week.

As far as my kid goes, I think everyone has had enough of that soap opera.

Root for the MULES.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on November 09, 2007, 09:04:44 AM
People will do anything when enough money is on the table, therefore, WMC was changed to McDaniel, named for William Roberts McDaniel (President, professor, AD, coach, just about every important position at the school, and hefty philanthropist to the school...)  It was ignorance from people like "Splik" that also prompted the change...people thought Western MARYLAND College was part of the state's university (Which is in College Park, MD Splik, and no it isn't a big amusement PARK like you may think), also the geographic name confused a lot of people, after all, we're talking Carroll County, MD folks...Terrorizor will tell you all about it...

As for the Mules, haven't been into it as much this year but I will say I've hard nothign but good things from Allentown.  I'm still glad I didn't choose to go there, but hey, they're doin alright now.  Good luck to all those dads w/ sons out there playing in the NCAAs smartest conference...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 09, 2007, 10:04:57 AM
I agree that Mitchell deserves the award, based off performance this year, but I would not be suprised if Sturges actually takes the award. Which I would not this to be the fairest decision, because would be based off performance in years past, along with age, which is not why the award is there. It should go to the best offense player this year. But Sturges will still recieve the award....go hounds
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on November 09, 2007, 10:09:53 AM
First Off, Eastern Maryland is where Salisbury is, McDaniel is located in Central to Western Maryland.  The town is Westminster, go to mapquest.  Not a fan of the name change either, that being said the demise of WMC / McDaniel happend with the name change, however during the McDaniel ERA they have had a top 5 ranked defense, been ranked in the top 25 on numerous occasions and won a share of the CC title.  Granted they are horrible now, but that is the result of a few bad recruiting years, and the loss of their talented coaches.  Here is the equation for a renewed success at McDaniel.....FIRE TIM KEATING, bring back AL THOMAS and BRAD FORDICE.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 09, 2007, 10:12:00 AM
They've tended to move lower-seeded teams out of region but never a No. 1 seed.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bob.Gregg on November 09, 2007, 10:15:42 AM
Mid-ranked teams have been imported.

Interestingly enough, Muhlenberg is a mid-ranked South Team, undefeated at that, and owns wins over one East definite and another East possible.

Muhlenberg as the East #1, or #2, or #3 isn't out of the question by any means.  I don't even think it's a stretch.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 09, 2007, 10:21:30 AM
It isn't a stretch at all if they were in the East, but in eight years, with 32 No. 1 seeds, the NCAA has yet to do it. And there have been years that were screaming for it -- always with a team moving into the East, oddly enough. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Red Devils 07 on November 09, 2007, 11:01:01 AM
Just to throw my two cents into the McDaniel vs. WMC when I was being recruited there my admissions councilor said the name change had to do partly with where WMC fell in college books and lists.  Because it began with a W it was always towards the end of books or lists which prompted a desire to change the name to improve their position in those publications.  Looking back that seems ridiculous, but as a high school senior and recruit it seemed to make perfect sense.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2007, 11:22:47 AM
I will go with the theory that MCDANIEL sounds more PRIVATE than WMC, thus trying to attract more ACADEMIC like students. I am asumming the tuition has also gone up quite a bit since the name change and I am also assuming that admissions are harder now as well. Therefore, it is safe to say that the Football team is not getting the same kind of athletes they use to get prior to the name change.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on November 09, 2007, 12:58:28 PM
BTEXPRESS you are spot on....i was recruited by WMC, applied to and accepted to WMC, but name was changed going into my first season in 2003...since that season, things were on the decline, and you are right, it's way too expensive now, standards have risen, and I think administration is perfectly happy with having a sub-par football program if it makes them look stronger academically, to compete w/ the Dickinsons, Gettysburg's, Muhlenburgs, Hopkins, etc...(all academically strong schools)...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 09, 2007, 02:22:58 PM
Need to make my picks for the last week

Muhlenberg 
Juniata
Franklin & Marshall 
John Hopkins
Ursinus

Wish I had picked every week.  This was fun.
I'll need to be alert next year to get started on time.

Good luck to Muhlenberg in the play-offs.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Foot fan on November 09, 2007, 03:48:07 PM
Lets stop talking about Juniata and McDaniel and start talking about the teams that can continue playing after this weekend like Muhlenberg, Ursinus, Dickonson, Gettysburg.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 09, 2007, 03:52:24 PM
Bring it, what do you have to say?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on November 09, 2007, 04:10:24 PM
Foot Fan,

Please have something intelligent to say following your previous comment. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on November 09, 2007, 04:14:31 PM
Foot Fan-

Please don't soil the post-forum with your illegitimate, incoherent rambling if you aren't going to say anything.  We are now all dumber for reading your post.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 09, 2007, 06:18:49 PM
Quote from: Foot fan on November 09, 2007, 03:48:07 PM
Lets stop talking about Juniata and McDaniel and start talking about the teams that can continue playing after this weekend like Muhlenberg, Ursinus, Dickonson, Gettysburg.

You can talk about them if you like but you can't tell people what they can talk about, especially with your grand total of what, two lifetime posts?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: morGhounds on November 09, 2007, 11:48:06 PM
GO HOUNDS!   although muhlenberg has quite a team this year, I think this will be a great rivalry game
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on November 10, 2007, 06:58:56 AM
You folks have been busy. If you are stuck inside in the rain today, you can watch one of the Centennial's oldest rivalries unfold for the 93rd time when Gettysburg travels to F&M.

http://godiplomats.cstv.com/multimedia/broadcasts.html (http://godiplomats.cstv.com/multimedia/broadcasts.html)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on November 10, 2007, 12:54:06 PM
GT - this has to be a smart kid football conference, when I looked at the MAC board they never used big words like 'ignorance'.  I do not know if it's the smartest conference, but it's probably up there.  ESPN had College Gameday at a school that claims to be in the most academic oriented conference.

Terrorizer - I looked at Westminster on mapquest and it did not seem too far from Baltimore, but I do not know where central Maryland starts.  I lived in PA, about 90 minutes from NJ, and called that central PA.

How far can Muhlenberg go in the playoffs?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 10, 2007, 03:58:00 PM
Quote from: splik on November 10, 2007, 12:54:06 PM

How far can Muhlenberg go in the playoffs?
Depends on the seeding?

In the East? Maybe the Second Round.

In the South, much, much tougher seeding!  :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Warren Thompson on November 10, 2007, 04:03:44 PM
Quote from: splik on November 10, 2007, 12:54:06 PM
Terrorizer - I looked at Westminster on mapquest and it did not seem too far from Baltimore, but I do not know where central Maryland starts. 

McDaniel (aka Western Maryland) is not situated in western Maryland. In fact, it is, indeed, closer to Baltimore than the western portions of Maryland. It was originally named so because of the late, great Western Maryland Railroad that ran through Westminster, Maryland. {Here ends the trivia lesson ....}
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 10, 2007, 06:48:21 PM
Yo Splik,

GO MULES..having just gotten in from the post game tailgate, following 35-7
tough game with Moravian (the game was much closer than the score, which was 21-7 as 3rd qtr was ending), it is a magic moment...107 yrs without an undefeated season has come to an end....Congrats to all, the team, the Coaches, the athletic director (47 yrs in higher ed..a player, a teacher, a coach...Mr Sam..and Irish Mike Donnelly,(who scheduled heart surgery around Spring and Summer camps/practice)

let's see how the draw goes on Sunday  morning....WHO'S NEXT?????????
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 11, 2007, 12:07:34 PM
Not a terrible draw for Muhlenberg.  Good luck Mules!  Represent the conference well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 11, 2007, 07:19:59 PM
GOOD LUCK  To Muhlenberg.

Salisbury should be a game for Muhlenberg at home.
Has there been any word if any of the Conference teams made ECAC? I went on the web site and no team anoucement as of yet.

I went to the Dickinson - Ursinus game yesterday and the QB for Dickinson - Mitchell went down in the third Quarter with a shoulder injury. I hope that it was nothing serious. Mitchell is very quick and no wonder he was leading in total offense.

On the Ursinus side, I mention back in September that I caught a practice game between Del Val and Ursinus and made mention about the line for Ursinus. Their Center--Rinkus (60) is bigger and faster then I thought. He put a few of the Dickinson Players on their back with his hits. His arms are bigger then this old man legs. I was impressed with this kid's performance on a losing cause. ursinus defense just did not show up and Mitchell was running right past them.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on November 12, 2007, 07:26:24 AM
Results after week 11
Out of a total possible 49
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                                38                     
BITMAT.CB24                             37
OLD ENDS                                 35
WR#1                                       33                                 
RESERVED SEAT                        31                                  
RED DEVILS                              14
BULLDOG                                  13 
MURPHY                                    12     
CC12                                          4
MULEDADDY                               4

CONGRADULATIONS TO BTEXPRESS OUR SEASONAL CHAMP

Week 12 Schedule (The Second Half of the Season)
Everyone starts with a clean slate 

Salisbury @ Muhlenberg
Trinity, Texas @ Mary Hardin-Baylor
N.C. Wesleyan @ Washington & Jefferson 
Hampden-Sydney @ Wesley 


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 12, 2007, 08:51:59 AM
Born Power Index has Salisbury St. as a 3.1 favorite.

But that doesn't take in to account that they have to play on the road.  Which I think is good for 3 points so I see this game as even.

ROOT for the Mules to uphold the Centennial Conference pride.

While I'm at it how about a bunch of applause for the kids at Gallaudet making their first appearance in D-III in a long time.

How tough can it be for those kids to play football under the conditions they have been born with?

I did not see the game but I understand a young man from Gallaudet was hurt pretty seriously at the end of the game and had to be taken from the field in a neck brace. 

That is a tough enough situtation with hearing athletes, how do you communicate with a person that has to communicate with his hands when he can't move them.  I understand that this person is OK although I'm not 100% about his condition.

Well kudos to the men who coach Gallaudet and to the valent players who must love the game to put up with what they have to go through to play football.

It's kind of humbling.

Murphy
 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on November 12, 2007, 10:20:35 AM
Salisbury @ Muhlenberg (It pains me to pick the Mules but I hope they advance)
Trinity, Texas @ Mary Hardin-Baylor
N.C. Wesleyan @ Washington & Jefferson  (I have W&J making moves throughout the playoffs)
Hampden-Sydney @ Wesley 


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: fbfan814 on November 12, 2007, 10:42:01 AM
I was at the Juniata/Galludet game this weekend.  It was a good game.  The players from Galludet are extremely athletic and certainly came to play.  When the player from Galludet went down and the paramedics were called onto the field everyone felt their hearts sink.  As everyone in the stands looked on and hoped for the best the Juniata players gathered as a team, took a knee, and began to pray.  This brought a tear to my eye. 

Say what you want about Juniata and their record, but to me they showed their true character on Saturday at that very moment. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2007, 10:46:45 AM
Bitmat & Old Ends, it was a fun race. Congratultions to the Eagles on their first win.Let's root for the Mules to make a run in the playoffs! Does anyone know if any Centennial teams received an ECAC bid?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njlincolnlion on November 12, 2007, 12:08:14 PM
Looking forward to the Salisbury/Muhlenburg game this weekend.  It was good to see that Salisbury passing game went 5-6 for 179 yards and two touchdown and showed another side of the Gulls for the Mules to prepare for.  Granted the last Salisbury win was against Frostburg.

It should also be an interesting matchup between the Mules defernse, and the Gulls option offense.

GO GULLS!   :)
Title: ECAC bowls
Post by: ock7 on November 12, 2007, 02:33:12 PM
Waynesburg at Dickinson and Gettysburg at Carnegie Mellon.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2007, 03:46:59 PM
The ECAC games are always interesting. I guess it all depends on the current state of your program. For a team like Dickinson who made the big dance last season and just missed out this year(8-2) IT MIGHT NOT MEAN VERY MUCH, However for a team on the upswing(like G BURG) they might  love having their season extended another week. I was at the Dickinson vs Ursinus game on Saturday and saw their great QB Ian Mitchell went out with what appeared to be an injured shoulder in the second half and never returned to the sidelines. Does anyone have any information on how he is doing???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2007, 04:31:05 PM
After thinking about it, why didn't Ursinus get an ECAC game? They finished the season at 7-3 which was better than Gettysburg's 6-4 record.
Title: 2007 All-Centennial Conference Football Team
Post by: commish on November 12, 2007, 04:47:57 PM
The 2007 All-Centennial Conference football team has been released and Gettysburg RB Tom Sturges and Dickinson LB Eric Dube have been selected as the Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, respectively.  Muhlenberg placed nine players on the first team, including six on the defensive side of the ball.  Three players - Sturges, Muhlenberg's Chris Musselman and Ursinus' Ryan VanWright - were unanimous selections.  The complete team: http://www.centennial.org/football/2007/All_CC_FB.pdf
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 12, 2007, 05:57:21 PM
Commish,

Thanks for the link to the all conference team.It was nice to see the Mules well represented , as well as the other outstanding players in the greatest little conference on the planet....Now for the new season....Mules over Salisbury (defense beats offense); Mary Hardin over Trinity: Wesley over H-S; and NC
Wesleyan upsets Wash and Jeff...GO MULES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 12, 2007, 07:03:14 PM
mitchell shattered his collarbone after running for 130 yards in 2 and  a half quarters. he had surgery to put in a metal plate and pins but will be back in action by new years. word has it that many were upset about his not recieving a 1st team selection or player of the year. also broke school school record for total offense in one season in 9 1/2 games compared to torchia's 11 games...impressive for sophmore.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 12, 2007, 07:29:04 PM
muledaddy

Don't sell the Salisbury D short. Before the Wesley game they were giving up only 71 yrds per game on the ground. And they did manage to run for 285 against aWesley d that was only giving up 79 yrds per game on the ground.
I know the Mules are good , I follow a lot of football in Pa. but don't be shocked when the Gulls start moving the ball. The Mule will have to score some points  to win...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 12, 2007, 08:50:38 PM
BTEXPRESS -- My hat is of to you and I hope you do as well in Vegas as you did on the weekly poll.

Picks--Muhlenberg ( Homer pick--Could be chilly on that hard pan field)
          Mary Hardin Baylor
          Washington & Jefferson
          Wesley

I was sorry to hear about Mitchell. His dive for extra yards and the landing, look painfull from where I was standing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 12, 2007, 09:03:28 PM
Congrats to the players who made All- Conference. It is picked by the coaches who watched many a game film and then saw them in action against and for their team.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 12, 2007, 09:16:35 PM
BITMAP...Why not post a poll for the ECAC.  Good luck to Dickinson and Gettysburg may you meet again.
BTEXPRESS the only two reasons I could think of is they lost to both of the above in conference play, and they wanted a home game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 13, 2007, 12:02:01 PM
Here are my picks for this weekend:

MULENBERG over Salisbury
MARY HARDIN BAYLOR over Trinity
WASHINGTYON & JEFFERSON over NC Wesleyan
WESLEY over Hampden-Sydney
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njlincolnlion on November 13, 2007, 01:39:42 PM
My picks are:

Salisbury over MUHLENBURG
MARY HARDIN BAYLOR over Trinity
WASHINGTON & JEFFERSON over North Carolina Wesleyan
WESLEY over Hampden-Sydney

GO GULLS..................................GO ACFC!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 13, 2007, 02:48:20 PM
Murphy says

Mules over Gulls-  Mules are meaner than those pesky gulls
Baylor over Trinity
W & J over NCW
Wesley over Hampeden-Sydney

Why don't I have any Karma, I want some Karma
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 13, 2007, 03:28:32 PM
Murph, If I knew how to give you some KARMA, I would with all that you went through this season. Now that i think about it, I don't have much KARMA either. Winning the PICK UM contest should give me a little more karma.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 13, 2007, 08:17:49 PM
Murph and BT,

You  both have Karma...staying power...having been on the board for the long haul...I am new, but willing to learn...would love to join you picking each week...next year..from the start...
but, for now, as I go back over the Mule schedule, and the Gull schedule (one for the birds), its MULES ALL THE WAY...mules kick....birds fly away......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 13, 2007, 10:51:16 PM
Looking at the Stats for Muhlenberg and Salisbury some things stand out for both teams.

My favorite  turnovers: Muhlenberg +12
                                     Salisbury +0

Rushing Offense:           Salisbury  340.8 yds/game
                                     Muhlenberg194.9 yds/game

Passing Offense            Muhlenberg 206.1 yds/game
                                        Salisbury   104.5 yds/game

The one thing is that the stats for Muhlenberg are Centennial Conference games only, where as Salisbury is for all 10 games.

I think this is one game that the Home team has the advantage. Good luck Muhles
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 13, 2007, 11:15:27 PM
ECAC games...

With two more of our Centennial playing this weekend we all have a lot to watch.

Dickinson's game with Waynesboro: With Mitchell down and out could be a low scoring game if Dickinson can stop Waynesboro Offense. That looks basically to be one player. A Freshman, Robert Heller, who has a 201.9 yds/game avg. in rushing, 27 TD and 215.9 yds/game avg all purpose  Stop him stop a team.

Gettysburg's game with Carnegie Mellon: I read that Sturges left the F & M game with a hip pointer. Do not know if he will play or not because they are painfull. Carnegie has two players that have rushed for over 1000 yds. Stop them stop aa team
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 14, 2007, 07:44:41 AM
BT and Muldaddy what I went through this season was of my own making. 

Being overly critical of a team (no matter your intent) that is near and dear to peoples hearts will bring criticism from many corners.  I created my own mess and tried to clean it up, apparently fbfan814 holds a resentment because he thinks Juniata is above critism.  Even though they are 4 and 36 over the last 4 years.

If you notice the quote at the bottom of my posts "Whatever goes contrary to fact, no matter how fond of it you are must be revised or discarded." by Carl Sagan goes along way to explaining my intent.

Enough of the soap opera.  Go mules
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 14, 2007, 07:50:21 PM
Dear Old Ends,

If its a close game, the turnover factor will be determinative, as noted by you. I
am hoping the Mules can maintain ball seurity as they have during the season, while creating some oportunity  by forcing the other side into a mistake or two.

Time of possession also looms large in my mind in this game, especially entering the 4th quarter.I have seen a couple teams contain the Mule running game in the
first half, but, as the late third and 4th quarter approach, if the TOP has tired the defense, Mules run swell.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: crufootball on November 14, 2007, 10:29:08 PM
I have an odd question for the Muhlenberg fans. On your website and in the playoff capsules it says your field has a max capacity of 3000, yet you average over that number. Have yall added seats since that number was posted or do yall have people seating or standing anywhere they can find a piece of ground that can still see the field?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 15, 2007, 11:01:12 AM
CRU That is a good question. I have been to a few Mulenberg games over the years, but never one where there was standing room only. The Stadium is not that big. I am assuming that the Moravian game is probably the biggest draw every other year. What kind of crowd can be expected for this playoff game??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on November 15, 2007, 11:46:53 AM
The answer to the attendance question is that every college over-inflates their attendance for every home game.

As far as G'gurg getting an ECAC bid over Ursinus, I am guessing that is entirely due to G'burg beating Ursinus head to head.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 15, 2007, 01:20:04 PM
I did a little research about the ECAC games. Apparently you have to declare that you want a game prior to the end of the season. Even if you are an ECAC member which I think every Centennial conference team is, it doesn't guarantee a game. However, it is then up to the ECAC to pick the teams and then determine who  gets a home game. Usually a 7-3 team (Ursinus) would get offered a game. For whatever reason( maybe Ursinus didn't want a game) the Bears were not selected. Maybe some Bears fans can shed some light on why they did not get the extra game?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 16, 2007, 07:07:00 PM
BT and Ock,

It's anyones guess howmany willattend the playoff game between Mules and Salisbury.

All attendance inthe league is more than a tad inflated, just like pro baseball.

Mules mustdefend against the option,,,,,,its David v Goliath all over again (Gulls high yadage rushing game)

Home is good,if things stay sensible in the first half.This is THE CENTENNIEL CONFERENCE UNDEFEATED
CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM.WE BOW TO NO MAN.

REST ASSURED THE MULES WILL ACCOUNT THEMSELVES AND THE CONFERENCE WITH  DETERMINATION,COURAGE SKILL, SPORTSMANSHIP......AND  HEART

GOOD LUCK, GODBLESS , ...........GO MULES...!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 17, 2007, 06:40:58 PM
For BT, Murph and all the Centenniel fans,

We  did you proud on the green field of honor  today. Mules 31, Gulls 21...

Gulls incredible rushing offense (350 yds per game) cut in half by GOOD old fashioned stubborn as a Mule defense. From beginning to end, this was a good football game...tied at 21 with 4 min left after Mules had jumped out to an
early 21-6 lead. We live to play another day. GOODBYE GULLS, GOOD RIDDANCE GULLS...IT DOESNT PAY TO TRY TO INTIMIDATE MULES...WE JUST AREN'T
BUYING......WHOSE NEXT?????  The CC deserves a little respect....and its great to
have the opportunity to earn alittle more next week...ps..i picked the NCW upset 
over 1 seed, W and J...did the guru??????????????
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on November 19, 2007, 07:38:58 AM
Playoff 2007
Out of a total possible 4
PLAYER                                    Wins         
MULEDADDY                              4
BTEXPRESS                                3                     
BITMAT.CB24                             3
OLD ENDS                                  3
WR#1                                       3                                 
MURPHY                                    3                                  
njlincolnlion                                2
                                    
                                   
                                   
                             

This weeks games Round 2
New Jersey @ Mount Union
Curry @ St. John Fisher
Muhlenberg @ Wesley
N.C. Wesleyan @ Mary Hardin-Baylor
St. Johns @ Central
UW-Eau Claire @ Bethel
North Central @ UW Whitewater
Wabash @ Case Western Reserve 
 



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njlincolnlion on November 19, 2007, 08:10:15 AM
Congratulations to Muhlenburg in your win over the Gulls.  Get ready for ACFC round 2 with the Wesley Wolverines.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 19, 2007, 10:46:22 AM
Bitmat

You missed my post with the predictions.  I'm 3 -1

Mules over Seals
Baylor over Trinity
Wesley over Hampden-Sydney

Lost the W&J game

Murphy

Where's Splick been?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 19, 2007, 11:32:11 AM
Bitmat, I think there should only be 8 games to pick this weekend, You have the Hamden sydney & Wesley game as the 9th game to pick which has already been played.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 19, 2007, 01:24:54 PM
BT.

At reply #966, posted on 11/12, Muledaddy picked....4 for 4.....this
weeks picks are coming soon, with 1 special advance preview...Mules over Wesley...stubborn as we are, we just want to keep playing.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 19, 2007, 05:29:17 PM
Here are this week's picks. Some of the games are out of my comfort zone, and one of the picks(THE MULES) I am picking with my gut and not my heart. Muledaddy, I hope I am wrong!!!


MOUNT UNION over CNJ ( No Brainer)
ST JOHN FISHER over Curry ( Curry has not seen this kind of team)
WESLEY over Muhlenberg ( Hope the Mules defense proves me wrong)
MARY HARDIN over NC Wesleyan (Wesleyan got lucky last week)
ST JOHNS over Central (like Mt Union, can't go against the JOHNNIES)
BETHEL over UW Eau Claire
UW WHITEWATER over North Central( The boys from CHICAGO go down)
WABASH over Case Western( Case was also lucky last week winning with 2 seconds to go)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 19, 2007, 08:04:03 PM
Picks for this week:

MUC
SJF
MH
UWE
WAB
STJ
Whitewater
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 19, 2007, 08:34:46 PM
Some good games this week...

Picks--Mt Union( until they get beat-a team to take to the end)
          St John Fisher
          Central
          Bethel
          Mary=Hardin Baylor
          Wesley--The Muhls have not play anyone of this calibur yet--learning time
          UW- Whitewater
          Case Western Reserve


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 19, 2007, 08:41:09 PM
To another Centennial Team, Dickinson, for beating Waynesboro for an ECAC win  for the Conference..

The more the conference wins these games the more respect they will get in the polls for DIV III

Even though I pick against the Muhls this week good luck to the coaches and players this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 19, 2007, 08:41:49 PM
Even more for beating Waynesburg. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 19, 2007, 08:48:33 PM
thanks again pat
nice to be able to reply again
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on November 20, 2007, 07:25:28 AM
My pics this week. Sorry to Muledaddy for missing your pics last week. Must have turkey day on my mind

MOUNT UNION over New Jersey
ST JOHN FISHER over Curry
WESLEY over Muhlenberg
MARY HARDIN over NC Wesleyan
ST JOHNS over Central
BETHEL over UW Eau Claire
UW WHITEWATER over North Central
WABASH over Case Western Reserve
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gordonmann on November 20, 2007, 02:19:43 PM
Division I-AA La Salle has discontinued its football program (http://www.philly.com/inquirer/sports/20071120_Football_program_finished_at_La_Salle_The_0-10_Explorers_were_not_a_budget_cut__Their_conference_had_shrunk_from_10_to_4_.html).  The Explorers have played Centennial Conference teams in recent years, including Ursinus this season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 20, 2007, 03:07:10 PM
Quote from: gordonmann on November 20, 2007, 02:19:43 PM
Division I-AA La Salle has discontinued its football program (http://www.philly.com/inquirer/sports/20071120_Football_program_finished_at_La_Salle_The_0-10_Explorers_were_not_a_budget_cut__Their_conference_had_shrunk_from_10_to_4_.html).  The Explorers have played Centennial Conference teams in recent years, including Ursinus this season.

LaSalle sees itself as a D-1 versus a D-III.

Please help me here.  If LaSalle had wanted to move to D-III, in which conference would they have fit?

Who seems to gain the most from transfer players moving up to D-III?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 20, 2007, 03:25:55 PM
I'm not sure how many players at La Salle could play at this level. They were 5-11 against D-III competition the past six seasons.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 20, 2007, 03:58:10 PM
Quote from: Murphy on November 20, 2007, 03:51:35 PM
... or some coaches.

You really should consider letting this go.

In terms of linemen, 275, 260, 240 and 330 for starters that aren't seniors.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 20, 2007, 04:08:39 PM
I pulled La Salle 2007 roster of the internet.

Freshman ----38
Sophomores--30
Juniors---------19

They do not list where the freshman are from, but overall the team players are mid to South Jersey with a few Maryland and Pa in the mix. Their size is no different from any of the Div III teams that I watch play this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 20, 2007, 04:17:05 PM
I have a friend whose son was a Freshman there this year. The team just found out about it yesterday. Most of the under classmen do plan to transfer to other schools to contunue to play Football. My friend's son was looking at mostly Division III schools as a High School Senior before picking LaSalle. My buddy did say he felt there is some talent who could make an impact on the Division III level.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 20, 2007, 04:25:06 PM
One of the tough things that the La Salle players may run into is money. A junior even a Sophomore may not, unless an excellent player, get a chance at a grant since the school may have talk to incoming freshmen. They may get a better shot at Div II.

Overall it is sad that these players have to go through this.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 20, 2007, 05:56:24 PM
Quote from: old ends on November 20, 2007, 04:25:06 PM
One of the tough things that the La Salle players may run into is money. A junior even a Sophomore may not, unless an excellent player, get a chance at a grant since the school may have talk to incoming freshmen. They may get a better shot at Div II.

Overall it is sad that these players have to go through this.
I wonder what about the aid package that he got at LaSalle is going to be different than the one he gets from the MAC schools, or the ACFC schools, or schools in the new NAC or even an NJAC School.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 20, 2007, 06:10:14 PM
Ralph

I think La Salle gives a subtantial amount of academic scholarships that aren't  as available at other schools. The  PA. DII state schools give out some and there are athletic scholarships but I am not sure that they equal what these kids are getting.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 20, 2007, 06:30:40 PM
Quote from: PA_wesleyfan on November 20, 2007, 06:10:14 PM
Ralph

I think La Salle gives a subtantial amount of academic scholarships that aren't  as available at other schools. The  PA. DII state schools give out some and there are athletic scholarships but I am not sure that they equal what these kids are getting.
Then my thought is, how much academic scholarship does an 1100 SAT at LaSalle get a player versus an 1100 SAT package at a nearby D-3?  More financial aid at Wesley for an 1100 SAT than LaSalle or less?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 20, 2007, 06:36:02 PM
Ralph

I don't know that answer.. But I can say that we are probably talking more about 1300's at La Salle. So for a scholarship football player at La Salle probably more
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 20, 2007, 06:44:15 PM

  That would be one reason that La Salle isn't as competative. The kids are MORE student first and football second than most football playing schools. We are not talking Ivy league, don't get me wrong, but a kid isn't going to La Salle to play up a level. They are going there because of the high level education they can get for the money and until now be able to be on a football team.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 20, 2007, 07:11:35 PM
Gentlemen,

I think it is very sad for the kids who committed themselves to that school on the basis of the oppportunity to play football that the rug should be pulled out from under them in this manner.Lasalle, and others like it , have to hang their institutional heads in shame for treating the players this way.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 20, 2007, 09:34:13 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on November 20, 2007, 07:11:35 PM
Gentlemen,

I think it is very sad for the kids who committed themselves to that school on the basis of the oppportunity to play football that the rug should be pulled out from under them in this manner.Lasalle, and others like it , have to hang their institutional heads in shame for treating the players this way.
Muledaddy, I am interested in your comments and offer you the "virtual consultancy" of what to do with the LaSalle football program.

We know these facts.

You realistically are 4-5 years away from D-III or even going to D-II.  Do you dismantle all of your scholarship programs to go D-III for the sake of one sport?

Which D-III conference (or even D-II conference) wants you as its expands the way that the SCAC accepted Birmingham-Southern and their move to D-III?  (Please "google" these board and the Daily Dose for extensive discussion about BSC from 2006.)

What about the alumni who are big D-I basketball fans?  What do you do for them in D-III?

You are down to four members in your non-scholarship D-I FCS conference, down from 10 members in 1997.  Where will find games among peer institutions? 

Joining the Pioneer Conference would add considerable expense for airline flights to San Diego CA and Jacksonville FL.  What does that expenditure do to other sports?

Your athletic budget is such that you cannot commit any more money to D-I FCS-style scholarship athletics.  Did you find a big sugar daddy over the last 10 years who wanted you to move to scholarship football?

The article sees how the $700K spent on football can strengthen other sports.  What alternatives do you recommend to this?

You called out LaSalle for making a tough decision.  I appreciate your thoughts on solving the problem that is LaSalle and "non-scholarship football" in the Northeast.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 20, 2007, 09:44:53 PM
Ralph,

All kidding aside, doesn't a school owe it to the players /students to budget
enough to see the program through the 5-10 years of growing pains to establish
a credible team and a position within a an existing d3 conference? To do otherwise,
at the outset, is poor planning and an unrealistic view of the non scholarship college football world. I live outside Philly, didn't understand Lasalle, especially in light of its location (like Temple, surrounded by the inner city high crime neighborhoods) attempting to institute a football program, but hoped they would commit the time and money necessary to overcome these obstacles and get up and running.
They didn't.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 20, 2007, 10:54:06 PM
Muledaddy,

Thanks for the response.

I see that they committed 11 years to the experiment, and as I understand it, the league that they were in went "(football) belly-up".

As a D-1, they cannot go D-III unless the entire athletic department goes D-III.

I will take the other side of this argument and understand that they had a hard call to make.

Thanks.   :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Neckbeard on November 20, 2007, 11:58:13 PM
Many have said that As a D-1, LaSalle cannot go D-III unless the entire athletic department goes D-III.  How is it that Johns Hopkins can have one of the top D1 lacrosse programs in the country while the rest of their athletic programs are DIII?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: religion_major on November 21, 2007, 12:16:59 AM
Hopkins, along with several other schools like Colerodo College Ice Hockey, played DI in a single sport before that rule was changed.  The rule change allowed existing programs in "minor" (not football or basketball) sports to play a single sport at the DI level while playing other sports at a different level.  The rule stipulates that a school must opperate their football program at the DI FCS level at least in order to participate in DI basketball if the school chooses to sponsor football. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on November 21, 2007, 11:24:34 AM
It seems that ice hockey, lacrosse, and wrestiling are the prominent D1 sports sponsored by D3 institutions.

LaSalle struggled, in my mind, because they were classified as D1-AA, yet they could not offer scholarships.  In fact, they were not even able to match the need-based financial aid packages that the D3 schools were offering to their football recruits.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 21, 2007, 03:46:42 PM
In LaSalle's defense, the non scholarship IAA Football concept doesn't seem to work. Look at the other schools that were in this conference when LaSalle joined 11 years ago. St John's, Canisius, Fairfield, St Peter's and Siena all dropped their Football programs. Other than Fairfield, all the rest were private catholic colleges. Maybe there is a theme there. Now what does Iona and Marist do? They are ships without a port.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 21, 2007, 04:06:59 PM
Unless I'm mistaken, I think for any Lasalle player looking to transfer and play next season, they'd have to transfer to a D2 or D3 program.  If they transfer to a 1A or 1AA program, they'd have to sit out a year.

I watched Lasalle play TCNJ this year.  They basically were a D3 program masquerading as a 1AA program.  It's a shame that they had to disband the program.  As a football fan, you never want to see that.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 21, 2007, 07:55:35 PM
Quote from: mandfense on November 21, 2007, 04:06:59 PM
They basically were a D3 program masquerading as a 1AA program. 

And not a very good one -- Massey ranked them directly behind Howard Payne, who was ranked 186th in Division III.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 22, 2007, 06:03:28 PM
Since Ursinus and TCNJ both played LaSalle it would be nice if they could play each other to replace LaSalle. It would help both of the to have a regional game, as opposed to a game that only looked in the win column. They may have scheduling to work out, but it would be nice.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 22, 2007, 10:35:53 PM
The Fall Sportsmanship Teams have been released. You can view them at--
www.centennial.org/fall_sportsmanship_team.pdf

Congrats to the football players and their teams.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 23, 2007, 09:27:28 AM
Ursinus- TCNJ

A good idea....but for now,,,
LET'S ALL GET BEHIND THE BOYS CARRYING THE FLAG OF THE CENTENNIEL CONFERENCE DOWN TO DOVER ON SAT.....GO MULES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 23, 2007, 04:36:34 PM
Congrats to Eric Dube, ( Dickinson) on his  playing at the Aztec Bowl. Eric is the 2 time defensive player of the year.
Have fun and good luck.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 23, 2007, 05:20:58 PM
Quote from: old ends on November 23, 2007, 04:36:34 PM
Congrats to Eric Dube, ( Dickinson) on his  playing at the Aztec Bowl. Eric is the 2 time defensive player of the year.
Have fun and good luck.
And a Gagliardi nominee.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 23, 2007, 05:30:58 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on November 21, 2007, 07:55:35 PM
Quote from: mandfense on November 21, 2007, 04:06:59 PM
They basically were a D3 program masquerading as a 1AA program. 

And not a very good one -- Massey ranked them directly behind Howard Payne, who was ranked 186th in Division III.

Well Pat,  didn't want to kick them while they're down.   :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 23, 2007, 10:26:36 PM
I was looking at open dates now that Ursinus has lost LaSalle. Here are a few that I think they could look into.
Waynesburg ( Western PA do not know if they would travel that far. Gave up ECAC game because of travel cost)
Wesley ( Just down the pike under an hour drive.)
Rochester ( ( Another long trip> Cost????)
King's ( Just 1 1/2hrs up the Turnpike. would be a good game)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 24, 2007, 11:52:26 AM
Quote from: old ends on November 23, 2007, 10:26:36 PM
I was looking at open dates now that Ursinus has lost LaSalle. Here are a few that I think they could look into.
Waynesburg ( Western PA do not know if they would travel that far. Gave up ECAC game because of travel cost)
Wesley ( Just down the pike under an hour drive.)
Rochester ( ( Another long trip> Cost????)
King's ( Just 1 1/2hrs up the Turnpike. would be a good game)



I doubt Waynesburg or Wesley would be an option.  I know the Centennial likes to schedule out of conference games against schools that have similar academic philosophies and I'm not sure they fit the bill.  Hopkins has played Rochester in the past and King's might fit the bill since they come from the MAC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 24, 2007, 02:55:44 PM
thanks mandfence. still learning how teams pick new opponents.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 24, 2007, 03:02:50 PM
Muhlenberg look like they but up a battle, but will know more when the stats come out.
Centennnial Conference has completed another season.

Wesley 38  Muhlenberg 21
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 24, 2007, 10:22:50 PM
Dear Centenniel Guys,

We lost at Wesley but we gave it our best shot.We scored first, had 2 more goldern opportunities to score in the first half, but came away from the red zone without points...Wesly scored with a minute and some seconds left in first half, making it 7-7.

We kicked to them,and 2 plays later it was 14-7. When they next touched the ball, it was 2 plays later and 21`-7...We had our chances, and you can't give them away against a big fast ooutstanding football team and expect to win.

It was a wonderful season for us Mules, we think we represented the Centennial
pretty well, and look forward to seeing everyone next year. The second season (the playoffs) just ended alittle too soon for our liking.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on November 26, 2007, 07:33:42 AM
Playoff 2007
Out of a total possible 12
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                              10                     
BITMAT.CB24                           10
OLD ENDS                                10
MULEDADDY                              9
WR#1                                       3                                 
MURPHY                                    3                                  
njlincolnlion                                2
                                    
      
                                   
                             

This weeks games Quarterfinals Round 3
Mount Union/St John Fisher
Wesley/Mary-Hardin Baylor
Central/Bethel
UW Whitewater/Wabash

 




Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 26, 2007, 08:35:10 PM
Picks for this week.

Mt Union
Wesley -- Home team advantage for this game
UW Whitewater
Bethel

Good luck to all on this one
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 26, 2007, 09:15:01 PM
this week's picks.....

Mt  Union
whitewater
bethel
wesley....third time around
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 27, 2007, 10:19:11 AM
Here are my picks for the weekend:


Mount Union
Mary Hardin Baylor( Not sure of this one)
Bethel
UW Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on November 27, 2007, 01:22:13 PM
My picks for the weekend:


Mount Union
Mary-Hardin Baylor
Bethel
UW Whitewater

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 27, 2007, 07:56:56 PM
The Centennial conference will have 2 repsentatives to the Aztec Bowl
Kris Bisci--- Moravian
Eric Dube-- Dickinson

CONGRADS to two of our conference Seniors

To view the entire list go to www.afca.com  click on the Aztec bowl
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 28, 2007, 07:25:37 PM
If Senior leadership helps build a strong team and they can either get, or forget, the underclass to keep the building blocks growing for a strong foundation. The following numbers show how many seniors each team will lose to graduation.

Dickinson----21
Ursinus------19
Moravian----14
Muhlenberg-14
Gettysburg--13
F & M---------11
Hopkins------11
Juniata-------10
McDanial------9

Numbers could be off for I counted quickly but to all good luck to you after graduation.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on November 29, 2007, 11:07:54 AM
Mount Union/St John Fisher
Wesley/Mary-Hardin Baylor
Central/Bethel
UW Whitewater/Wabash
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 30, 2007, 08:10:49 PM
I know it is early, but has anyone heard about next years freshman class that may be entering a conference school??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on December 03, 2007, 10:00:14 AM
Playoff 2007
Out of a total possible 16
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BTEXPRESS                              14                     
BITMAT.CB24                           14
OLD ENDS                                13
MULEDADDY                             12 
WR#1                                        6                                 
MURPHY                                    3                                  
njlincolnlion                                2
                                    
      
                                   
Just to throw a little twist into the last two weeks based on  the Born Power Index                             

This weeks games Semifinals Round 4
Bethel +35 @ Mount Union
Mary-Hardin Baylor +21 @ UW-Whitewater

 





Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on December 03, 2007, 10:21:16 AM
Bethel +35 @ Mount Union
Mary-Hardin Baylor +21 @ UW-Whitewater

DO YOU MEAN TO WIN THESE GAMES, MOUNT UNION HASD TO WIN BY MORE THAN 35
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 03, 2007, 06:12:11 PM
BITMAT,

NOW WE ARE TALKING. tHIS IS GOING TO BE GOOD. dO i TAKE THE pOINTS OR

SAY THE POWER IS THAT STRONG AND WILL COVER?  i NEED TO THINK, STUDY, AND BY

WEDS NIGHT, i HOPE I WILL HAVE THE ANSWER.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 04, 2007, 09:37:04 AM
This does make it interesting. After HOURS OF STUDY, WATCHING GAME FILMS etc,(HA HA) I am ready with my picks. I am going with the two under dogs and the points.

Mary Hardin Baylor
Bethel
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on December 04, 2007, 11:35:14 AM
After much deliberations, consulting with the Las Vegas gaming commission, the local scouts and strentgh of schedules I have arrived at the following picks for the upcoming week by virtue of a coin flip!! 8)

Mount Union (-35)
Mary Hardin Baylor (+21) the first meeting they lost to Whitewater by 27 I am hoping that they learned something to cover the spread
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Neckbeard on December 04, 2007, 12:12:47 PM
Congratulations to Muhlenberg Head Coach Mike Donnelly for winning region 2 coach of the year from the AFCA...first in the schools history
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on December 04, 2007, 12:44:27 PM
Quote from: Neckbeard on December 04, 2007, 12:12:47 PM
Congratulations to Muhlenberg Head Coach Mike Donnelly for winning region 2 coach of the year from the AFCA...first in the schools history


Cool, he definately deserves the honor!!  The Mules were excellent this year.   :)

-Ski
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 04, 2007, 05:43:06 PM
I'll have two dogs and points

UMHB
Bethel
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 04, 2007, 07:59:35 PM
Diehards,

Mary Hardin and Mount Union, one dog with and one without.(points)

CONGRATS TO A STOUT HEARTED IRISHMAN, MIKE DONNELLY, ON COACH OF THE YEAR IN THE REGION HONORS

Gettysburg (blocked field goal), Dickinson (come from behind 17-0) were just a couple of the more interesting moments in one hell of a historic season....
first time in 106 yrs that Mules were undefeated in conference...GO COACH
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WR#1 on December 05, 2007, 10:20:34 AM
Bethel +35 @ Mount Union
Mary-Hardin Baylor +21 @ UW-Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Knightstalker on December 07, 2007, 12:58:19 PM
Today let us remember our Soldiers and Sailors who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor and those who survived the attack in our prayers and thoughts.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 08, 2007, 03:55:33 PM
All South Region Team has been posted:
James Russell - T         Gettysburg
Alex Lachman - K         John Hopkins
Chris Mussleman - DE  Muhlenberg
Eric Dube - LB               Dickinson
Dustin Good - LB          Muhlenberg
Matt Johnson - TE        Muhlenberg
Ryan VanWright - Ret  Ursinus

Congratulations to the above for thier hard work to be honored in this way.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 08, 2007, 08:45:28 PM
Dustin, Matt, and Chris,


Congratulations on being honored and recognized as members of the
All- South Region Team. As seniors, I am so glad to have seen you
have the chance to make MULE HISTORY in a perfect season.

Each of you, and  the other seniors, will be sorely missed as the little Mules
trudge the road of happy destiny once more, next year. YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS WILL LIVE FOREVER......Go Mules.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on December 10, 2007, 07:27:20 AM
Playoff 2007
Out of a total possible 18
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BITMAT.CB24                           16                     
BTEXPRESS                              15
OLD ENDS                                14
MULEDADDY                             13 
WR#1                                        6                                 
MURPHY                                    3                                  
njlincolnlion                                2
                                    
                           

CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
Mount Union (-15) vs. UW-Whitewater


 






Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 11, 2007, 07:29:55 PM
Well, lets go with---- Mt. Union..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 13, 2007, 10:09:26 AM
Bitmat, I am waiting for your pick because whoever you pick, I have to take the opposite in order to get a chance to tie!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on December 13, 2007, 02:47:05 PM
BT

I am am going with Mt Union (-15)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 13, 2007, 03:30:25 PM
Although I think you are right, let's go for the upset special UW Whitewater. I guess with history on their side, if Whitewater even covers the spread against Mount Union, it will be almost like a win. In all honesty, the way the Purple Raiders have dominated over the years makes the Championship game seem anti climatic. It is hard to believe that this is the third year in a row that the same two teams have played. I wonder if the city of Salem, Va is losing out a little with attendence because of the BEEN THERE DONE THAT theory.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 14, 2007, 04:55:30 PM
Twilight time,

Whitewater plus 15 is a dream come true on a snowy day in Salem
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 14, 2007, 08:16:05 PM
congrats to Eric Dube LB Dickinson for his 5 tackles in the Aztec Bowl in a victory over Mexico.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 15, 2007, 09:48:14 AM
The little all american list can be viewed at this link

www.msn.foxsports.com/cfb/story/7560222

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 16, 2007, 05:10:34 PM
Can I change my mind??


Turn overs as you know from my past post will turn the outcome quickly. The weather may have a little impact, but both of these teams have played in it before.

Congrats to Whitewater, they play it tough
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 16, 2007, 08:50:13 PM
Centennial Conference has 3 All Americans

Matt Johnson     TE      Muhlenberg        Sr.
Eric Dube            LB     Dickinson            Sr
Alex Lachman      K     John Hopkins       Fr.

Congratulations on your new title. Good luck to all of you in the future.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on December 17, 2007, 07:35:17 AM
Playoff 2007
Out of a total possible 19
PLAYER                                    Wins         
BITMAT.CB24                           16                     
BTEXPRESS                              16
OLD ENDS                                14
MULEDADDY                             14 
WR#1                                        6                                 
MURPHY                                    3                                  
njlincolnlion                                2
                                    
                           
Congradulation to UW-Whitewater

Hope everyone enjoyed the friendly weekly competition. Hope everyone has a safe and happy Holiday season. Only 238 days until spring training begins. Let the speculation begin! ;)



 







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Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 17, 2007, 12:18:19 PM
Bitman  It was fun. You bated me into taking Whitewater, I really didn't think they had a chance. I think it is good for division III that a team other than Mt Union won. That being said, those two teams appear to be on a whole different level than your average Division III school ie Centennial Conference school. I think it is hard for the typical small private( Expensive)Division III school  to comete against a large public university( Whitewater). I believe their stadium seats well over 10,000 people. I know people will say Mt Unon is a small private college, but I think they are the exception, not the norm.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 17, 2007, 07:13:45 PM
Hey you can not finish on a tie.. You must have a tie breaker. 

Here it is ... Has any team East of Ohio, North of Maryland, since 1989 won DIV III title game??? If so who?

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 17, 2007, 07:54:27 PM
This is an interesting story:

www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/story.asp?story_id=14474
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on December 17, 2007, 08:18:47 PM
Quote from: old ends on December 17, 2007, 07:13:45 PM
Hey you can not finish on a tie.. You must have a tie breaker. 

Here it is ... Has any team East of Ohio, North of Maryland, since 1990 won DIV III title game??? If so who?


Ithaca - 1991

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on December 17, 2007, 08:27:24 PM
 Here is a series of articles on Colby Umbrell who played for Johns Hopkins and was killed in Iraq earlier this year. There will be two more written Tues and Wed

http://www.phillyburbs.com/pb-dyn/section.cfm?id=113&tmpl=local_news

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 18, 2007, 10:40:20 AM
QUESTION: Now that the Football season is officially over, how many of you post messages on the basketball site? Although I like basketball and look at the B Ball message boards, I have never posted anything. Just curious to see how many Football/Basketball fans are out there or do you only stick to Football postings.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 18, 2007, 06:08:32 PM
Quote from: PA_wesleyfan on December 17, 2007, 08:27:24 PM
Here is a series of articles on Colby Umbrell who played for Johns Hopkins and was killed in Iraq earlier this year. There will be two more written Tues and Wed

http://www.phillyburbs.com/pb-dyn/section.cfm?id=113&tmpl=local_news



Thanks will keep the link to read the rest.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 18, 2007, 06:10:18 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 18, 2007, 10:40:20 AM
QUESTION: Now that the Football season is officially over, how many of you post messages on the basketball site? Although I like basketball and look at the B Ball message boards, I have never posted anything. Just curious to see how many Football/Basketball fans are out there or do you only stick to Football postings.

Yes on the  Mid Atlantic board, that is where Centennial conf is at. Also I hit on the MAC since a nephew lives in NEPA
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 19, 2007, 08:22:45 PM
The Last Word,

D3 final Top 25 ratings are out----Muhlenberg MULES #8...God Bless the Centenniel Conference, the MIGHTY MULES (may they rest for 234 days and come back bigger, older, stronger and smarter)....for the challenge of 2008 will be
even greater than that of 2007.
To each and every member of this glorious D3 community,  Happy Holidays, Happy
New Year, and we'll see you next year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 20, 2007, 05:36:52 PM
Muledaddy:

Do not wait until Next August to post again.. Keep us up to date with what you hear about incoming freshman, Current players who worked hard this off season and have improved.

Also I think Muhlenberg has others sports taking place that you may caught a game or a match.. Lets us know there are posting for other sports.

To you and your family have a great Leigh Valley holiday!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 20, 2007, 09:39:23 PM
Quote from: ock7 on December 17, 2007, 08:18:47 PM

Here it is ... Has any team East of Ohio, North of Maryland, since 1990 won DIV III title game??? If so who?


Ithaca - 1991


There is one more team
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on December 21, 2007, 01:05:29 AM
Not since 1990.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 21, 2007, 12:18:48 PM
Sorry, put in wrong year. doing to much at once again
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 22, 2007, 07:02:14 PM
Happy Holidays to all !!!
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Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on December 25, 2007, 12:11:47 AM
Happy Holidays to all
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: evacuee on December 28, 2007, 02:10:43 PM
If you want to promote division 3 sports, do a google search for pontiac game changing performance and vote for the only d3 play that will likely be seen there for a long time.  We only have a few days left and Appalachain State is currently in the lead. 

A vote for Trinity is a vote for d3football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 31, 2007, 06:34:37 PM
To All Have a safe and Happy New Year !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 03, 2008, 01:38:54 PM
Now that the season has been over for a few weeks, I thought we could keep some meaningful conversations going with a few poll type questions. Here is my first one. How would you rank the Head Colleges in the Centennial Conference? There are some Veterans and some fairly new ones. Who wants to take a shot???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 03, 2008, 07:54:35 PM
This is a tough question..Do you mean just in football or all sports. Since some of the schools do not have a football team and in basketball some are in the landmark conference. Not all of the schools have wrestling. So could you narrow it down for an old man???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 04, 2008, 11:40:47 AM
I was thinking Football only. My top three would be Dickinson, Muhlenberg and Hopkins. I guess the fact that all three have been there for over ten years does make a difference. All three have won the Centennial conference championship over the past few years and seem to be good solid coaches. I think F &M and Usinus have nice up and coming coaches.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 04, 2008, 11:56:45 PM
Dickinson is losing 21 seniors, Muhlenburg 14, Ursinus 19, and Moravin 14.
McDaniel has also been very good in the long run just an off year for them. Moravin and Juniata are new comers to the Conference, but in the past Moravin has also been a very good team.
Overall..??
John Hopkins, McDaniel, Muhlenburg.

followed by- Dickinson, Moravin, Ursinus. Gettysburg in a pretty tight order
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 07, 2008, 08:39:51 PM
Happy New Year,

I couldn't stay away any longer...withdrawl from d3 is nasty.....and I only said I'd

be back next year. I like the coaches for the Mules, the Red Devils and Hopkins.
They all have class, staying power, and real good fundamentals on both sides of the ball. Regional Coach of the Year Donnelly , Darwin Breaux, and Hopkins bossman all produce real good products from similar raw materials.....smart kids
who are athletic and dedicated to winning.

Hopkins and Dickinson will challenge the Mules in '08....Mules are in pretty fair shape, just a few big holes to fill from graduation......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 07, 2008, 10:46:30 PM
Muledaddy, hope the withdraws were not to bad. I said before that the Muhls had 14 seniors on the team. Will thier departure have any effect on next years team?? Remember I am a fan of the whole conference and not of one team.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 10, 2008, 05:55:15 PM
ECAC Southwest All-Stars were released and hear is the list of the players from the Centennial Conference:

Tom Sturges---------------Gettysburg
Matt Johnson--------------Muhlenberg
James Russell-------------Gettysburg
Erik Frain-------------------Dickinson
Chris Musselman----------Muhlenberg
Eric Dube-------------------Dickinson
Dustin Good---------------Muhlenberg
Ryan VanWright----------Ursinus
Dan Athens----------------Muhlenberg
Alex Lackman--------------John Hopkins

Congradulations to the above for your recognition on the playing field.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 14, 2008, 07:57:46 PM
Old Ends,
Thank you for the ECAC all star post...4 Mules in the group(Musselman, Johnson,
Good, and Aitkens (soph). It's going to be tough tryiing to replace an All American
like Johnson and the other above named star senior players.I am concerned,
but have great faith in the system.Meanwhile, I see a strong conference, with just about every team posing a challenge, especially Dickinson, Hopkins, Moravian,
and Ursinus.
Meanwhile, The College of New Jersey has given up on us so we are looking for a
replacement game. I see that Wesley is looking for one also. Maybe I should
broker the deal.
I can't think of a better challenge to start the season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on January 14, 2008, 10:44:47 PM
You make it sound like TCNJ was dying to get out of the vaunted Muhlenberg contract, rather than realizing that TCNJ and the entire NJAC has two more conference games starting next season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 15, 2008, 05:23:57 PM
Just think,,, Swarthmore and Haverford may someday bring football back, then the Centennial conference would have a full boat. :D :D :D

That is the same day I win the Lottery.  I will keep dreaming..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 15, 2008, 06:21:15 PM
Thanks  Pat,

Some of us have to work for a living (outside of d3football,) your research and knowledge is truly apppreciated
and justifies yor title as guru. I live for the day that I have the time and opportunity to reach the lofty
heights.

Meanwhile, any  ideas for a goame for us Mules?l Thanks.We are lookingforsomething over Labor Day weekiend or the next week. Thanks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 16, 2008, 05:00:42 PM
Lo and behold,


Thanks to Pat and the boys at d3 posting openings, it appears Wesley is open for 9/6, when I think we probably would have been playing TCNJ. I let the coach know and hope
things can fall into place. Thanks Pat.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 20, 2008, 04:50:04 PM
There are some match ups that would be nice to see. Looking at the open date's Muhlenberg and Ursinus do not show, which is quite possible they have not thought about next season yet.

Wesley, Waynesburg, and Western Connecticut also show open dates. Any of those schools would be very good games for the Conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 21, 2008, 05:29:37 PM
Hi Old,

As of today, 1/21/ Wesley is under consideration...I will put Waynesburg and Western Connn out there when I see the Athletic director and head coach at the Mules  team banquet next Sunday, 1/27.Let's see if we can make some hey....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on January 24, 2008, 03:51:46 PM
I have a question? Who votes on the all-conference team? i was looking at this years team and how in the he** is the qb from moravian 1st team ??? i saw him play at the ursinus game one word terrible. i looked up his stats he did not beat a team with a winning record. in fact his numbers against the teams that ended with a winning record (-10yds) rushing, 51 of 108 passing (47%) completion, 7int & 2 td. not very worthy of all confernece. IMO Ian Mitchell and Santiago should have been 1 & 2
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 24, 2008, 08:24:20 PM
Good question:

I would tend to think either the coaches or the sports information directors, or maybe both. Do you think there was a little politics involved??? NAA they would not do that.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on January 24, 2008, 10:58:42 PM
Would politics really favor a team that's new to the conference? That can't be very likely.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 25, 2008, 05:03:16 PM
Two teams have posted the 2008 football schedules.
click on the links
Dickinson: http://www.dickinson.edu/sports/article.cfm?articleIndex=870

John Hopkins: http://hopkinssports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/sched/jhop-m-footbl-sched.html

Will keep watching for the others
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 25, 2008, 05:18:44 PM
Pat/ Old,

I might not be the smartest, but I  felt that the politics of the game were surely at work when Santagoto, a 5'8' field general with a 10-0 conference record and a passing effiiciency record considerably better than the run of the mill, was SNUBBED and OVERLOOKED  on the all conference selections.

Let's get serious....


the Santagato oversight was absurd and inexplicable. He delivered all year long.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 25, 2008, 05:29:50 PM
Muledaddy:

Every player on all the teams at every position could claim something different that they could have, should have, etc.
A person could have had a bad game, personal fouls, who knows. We can not see into the reasons only try to analyze them.

Players were selected and ego's were knocked down. But we live another day.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BITMAT.24CB on January 26, 2008, 09:02:09 AM
I have to agree with muledaddy. how is santiago over looked on the all conference team. everyone can claim something at each position, but it should be based on consistency at that position. not to knock the qb from moravian but there is noway that he is a 1st team all conference qb. imo to be all conference you have to be consistent against all of your opponents not beat up on the subpar teams (inflate your numbers) and have a less the mediocore performance against teams of equal or greater ability. santiago definitely was a intregal piece of the offense on the mules team. i just do not know who voted and what they based their vote on.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 28, 2008, 10:46:51 AM
I heard over the weekend that Dickinson is going to upgrade their football field by adding Field Turf and renovating their stadium this summer. I also heard Mulenberg will get rid of the Astro Turf and get the better turf as soon as next season. Muledaddy any truth?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 28, 2008, 07:16:19 PM
Dear BT and BIT,

I managed to survive what can only be a new record for length of a post season banquet, probably somewhere around 4 hrs, but I guess an undefeated season makes every coach an orator. (Sincerely, I loved every minute of it and must make some allowance after a 106 year drought)
Oh yeah, the turf....scuttlebutt says we get the field turf by the summer, but seeing is believing since I didn't get a chance to corner my favorite Mule, athletic director Mr Sam (47 yrs with the school and going strong, at least quick enogh to give me a fake and split after the meal, before I could get to him.)
14 fine seniors honored...but I think we are going to be all right.The offense is just fine, and the replacements at the key defensive spots are hungry, fast and more than adequate. I still want to open on 9/6 with Wesley but its up in the air as I write....that's really why Mr. Sam ran like hell before I could get him, even skippping
dessert......new turf, a few new faces, should keep us trudging along in style, pulling our load.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 29, 2008, 08:52:45 AM
The President of Dickinson Mention to me that they were getting new turf and lights. Plus the visitor stands are going to be upgraded. The Provost of Mulenburg said the new turf maybe about 2-3 years away at this point. I talked with both of them back in October.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 30, 2008, 07:55:18 AM
Dear Old,
I pray that things have changed sufficiently to get the new turf NOW...this is the year...and will be the year...for the Mules, wtih their returning core strong, and the opportunity to get a start of season
game with Wesley, so lets hope that things fall into place...as they did last year..
and the Mules ARE DEAD SERIOUS about a REPEAT.


More to come..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 31, 2008, 06:08:53 PM
To All others,

I am violating my cardinal rule, posting after I have posted but before anyone else has replied. I may be a tad boring, or dsardonic, causitic or just as stubborn as a
mmmm, but, Mcmillan speaks the truth in his latest season ending/review of 2007 article.
Thank you Keith for the kind words about  no 108 becoming no 8, the
we came from nowhere (not heard of preseason) recognition, but, most importantly, the commentary on Eric Sanagato, a pint sized field general who completes  over 64 per cent of his passes, manages the game and his Mules,
and unpretentiously  leads his team to a perfect 10 season, beats a tough Salisbury team, and is a tough out for no 5 Wesley..the possible preseason no 1 for 2008. My campaign for new turf is exceeded only by my wish for the Mules to have at Wesley again...this year in the centenniel will be even tougher than last..
our entire offense is back (minus 1 great tight end), our defensive core remains,
with a couple great linebackers and a super defensive lineman being replaced), but the gauntlet is thrown down NOW.........WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS...Fellow
Conference members, come and beat us........if you can...we will not go quietly
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 31, 2008, 07:35:32 PM
I love when the homer cheers for the home team... Keep it up Muledaddy
let the other banter back at you.. I just like the conference overall. Historic and all that..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 31, 2008, 09:16:25 PM
Dear Old,

Thank you.I, too,love the conference.We visited most of the Pa schools and I was thrilled when  my
son narrowed it down to Muhlenberg, F and M, andGettysburg. Since then, I havegrownto love and
respect the entire conference, the other non conference schools I have seen, andd3 football throughout the nation.Iam thankful to be a parent of a player on a winning team right nw, but I am hooked for ife on
d3. This is the greatest competitionamong some of the nicest kids in the world. I am sorry I am such a homer but its really that i am just a grateful and happy man,who gets carried away somtimes with the joy of living.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Neckbeard on February 02, 2008, 10:49:51 AM
The Mules will have new turf come next season and they are looking at Wilkes for the TCNJ game that was dropped...apparently coach Donnelly and coach Hamilton had some sort of conflict over the dropping of this game...dont know what it was all about but Hamilton continuously said that the Lions were better than the Mules all year long and said that the Mules simply got lucky in beating them...both had good seasons its a shame that the game has to be dropped
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 02, 2008, 04:36:47 PM
You will make muledaddy happy about the turf and the possible game.
Wilkes would be a good game for them. Most of the MAC teams are very good teams.
Keep posting and us informed

thanks
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on February 03, 2008, 08:09:06 PM
Neckbeard and Old Ends,
Thank you for the update. I do appreciate our playing Wilkes on 9/6.

Shame on poor old coach Hamilton if he was a crybaby all tear long and insisted
that  the Mule victory over  his powerhouse team (TCNJ) was a fluke. Ha-Ha.
I do think they had a nice team, but lets get real. Which team was 10-) before the playoffs ?

Wilkes will be trouble...we scrimmage them every year and they are big, fast, and
hard to handle....I hope we can rise to the occasion.I suspect we will have to play
a very good game on both sides of the ball to start this season on a winning note.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 04, 2008, 07:29:33 PM
Muledaddy

Looks like your team will have a new scrimmage game. That in itself could be fun.
WIlkes will also be looking for a new get down and dirty scrimmage.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on February 05, 2008, 08:24:52 PM

Hey Old,

Any ideas on a good scrimmage team for the Mules. The annual knock down drag'em out scrimmages of the past with Wilkes were as hard or harder than any league games. We would gauge how our team was progressing by how well we
stood up to Wilkes, despite their superior size.

Maybe Albright or Widener would be good scrimmage teams, since we have put on a little weight .
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 07, 2008, 06:57:36 PM
Quote from: Neckbeard on February 02, 2008, 10:49:51 AM
dont know what it was all about but Hamilton continuously said that the Lions were better than the Mules all year long and said that the Mules simply got lucky in beating them

Do you have any proof of that? I never read it anywhere.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 07, 2008, 10:13:12 PM
I missed this, the Sportsmanship Award.  It was posted on the 7th of November and here is the link:

Click Here: http://www.centennial.org/fall_sportsmanship_team.pdf

Scroll down to football. Looks like one member from each team.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on February 09, 2008, 06:28:21 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on February 07, 2008, 06:57:36 PM
Quote from: Neckbeard on February 02, 2008, 10:49:51 AM
dont know what it was all about but Hamilton continuously said that the Lions were better than the Mules all year long and said that the Mules simply got lucky in beating them

Do you have any proof of that? I never read it anywhere.

I seriously doubt Coach Hamilton would have said anything like that.  It's not his style.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Neckbeard on February 12, 2008, 12:21:56 AM
It was in an article I read right after the game where Hamilton just said that they were better than Muhlenberg...but what coach wouldnt think they were better...I think it was in the Allentown Morning Call but I cant pull up the article without having to pay for it...I dont know what his style is and im not trying to say anything bad about the guy but besides the extra games TCNJ has to play next year if he did have ill feelings toward Muhlenberg it might have had something to do with the game being dropped...I have heard rumors that the Lions ended every practice with a Muhlenberg chant during their winning streak
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: K-Mack on February 12, 2008, 12:37:21 AM
Saying something "continuously" and to a newspaper after a loss are two different things.

I agree about coaches generally focusing on their own team and they things they didn' do rather than what the other team did do.

If I had to guess, a conflict over dropping a game would be less personal and more based on a contractual element or something concrete, like the site of the game or time of kickoff or something that the home team didn't handle well for the visitors. A lot of games just get dropped due to tight travel budgets or "finding a better fit" for that date on the schedule. Many coaches want a game they can win, some prefer a game that will push their team, some don't think one way or the other. Also, some teams who are locked into several conference games struggle to balance the schedule in terms of home and away games. They might find a team that's a good fit but they both need a home game to get a 5 and 5. FWIW.

Not saying a personal conflict can't be the source of it, just saying that in my experience, games are dropped for competitive or 'can't come to an agreement' reasons more than anything.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on February 12, 2008, 04:37:04 PM
K-Mack

  I agree for the most part but there have been games dropped late in the summer that makes you wonder. Ferrum ended there long standing rivalry with Wesley abruptly in the summer a few years ago. The team that stumps me is Waynesburg. They dropped Wesley stating conference commitments and yet I see them showing a lot of open dates this year.  Of course Wesley shows a lot of open dates too.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on February 18, 2008, 09:29:51 PM
hi
Title: Centennial Conference
Post by: Centennial5 on February 19, 2008, 09:58:20 PM
What are everyone's thoughts on the Centennial Conferences outlook for 2008? Who will be the top teams and players? Any top recruits going to make an impact?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on February 19, 2008, 10:13:52 PM
muledaddy, just checking in to say hi.  you keep up the info.  good luck this year, wish we were playing in the regular season, but do your job and we will see you in the playoffs. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on February 20, 2008, 10:15:06 AM
You may have better luck asking this question on the SOUTH region football boards.  Although many CC teams are in PA, you guys aren't technically part of the east (at least not how these boards are set up).

http://www.d3sports.com/post/index.php?topic=3550.1110
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Centennial5 on February 20, 2008, 03:37:54 PM
Has anybody heard about any of the teams recruiting classes?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 20, 2008, 04:33:22 PM
I think you are a little early with your recruiting question. Most of the potential students are waiting to get their acceptance letters which usually do not come until March. Many final decisions by the students are then not made until the financial aid/merit scholarship information is received from the schools.Then until the student sends in a deposit the schools do not usually release the incoming Freshman Football class. It is totally different than Division I or II with athletic scholarships.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on February 21, 2008, 08:34:00 PM
BT,

Happy New Year.Thanks for l the update. It makes sense. Meanwhile, I see a very competitive conference
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 22, 2008, 11:15:18 AM
Muledaddy, I agree, I think the conference will be very competative next season. At least half the teams have a shot at the title. I am really glad to see the Mules getting the new style turf, and with Dickinson adding turf, the conference will only have three teams left with the REAL STUFF, Juniata, F & M and Ursinus. I do like the field turf, but sometimes I miss the" Mudder Games".
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 22, 2008, 06:49:28 PM
Have any of the teams, other that DIckinson and John Hopkins, put the schedule's together for 2008. There has been talk but no final postings on any of the conference schools. Being back in this cold weather makes the old bones sore. Should have stayed in FL longer.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on February 22, 2008, 09:57:01 PM
Old,

I also share your anxious desire to have the schedules come out.In particular, I have a son who wants

to get married in the Fall but must wait to see when the bye week in the Mules schedule is or his

younger brother, a Mule senior,  can't  be  in the wedding .........Yikes
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 23, 2008, 08:10:50 PM
Muledaddy:

The conference games for 2008 are posted, but do not have the non conference games listed.
The link below will open with the 2007 schedule, go to page 2. You will see that your Muhles are off Sept 20th
Get that wedding planned before all the good spots are gone.

Click here: http://www.centennial.org/Schedules/Football/2007_08.pdf

Good luck
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on February 26, 2008, 05:26:03 PM
Old,

Thanks. The 20th will be the wedding, provided that we get the non conference games, Wilkes and Union,

out of the way on the 6th and the 13th. Those 2 will be tough, before starting with Gettysburg.

It's going to be a heck of a ride...everyone wants to kill the king...........always.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 29, 2008, 07:36:37 PM
Well let us hope that there will be no King killing, but maybe there could be a new king of the hill.
If the Dickinson quaterback recovers from his broken collar bone they could be the team to beat this year. Ursinus lost alot of seniors, and Hopkins always has potential.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 03, 2008, 08:42:00 PM
Muledaddy:

You got some great womens basketball at Muhlenberg this week (Friday). Go see the NCAA's

you may get to see some of the new football recruits also...( had to add that so it remained on the realm of football)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on March 04, 2008, 07:36:07 PM
Old.

ever improving offense.......I am looking hard at the Rd devils and they look good, but the Blue Jays

Kase and Murray combo are every bit as goood in my book.The war will be won again on defense, I think.

We can play with the best..we were missing our starting safety and key roving d back  as a result of injuries when we were finally beat by a very very good Wesley team in round 2 of the playoffs.....We
will try like heck to pick up where we left off....strong defense and 30 pts a game offense.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on March 06, 2008, 07:45:01 PM
When does Spring training start...I am getting anxious.,the conference is amazing.Newcomer Moravian

sure  made a nice first year showing.Who is ready to start kicking around some preseason predictions,

or at least some discussion about possibilities or probables?

Why doesn't Santagato get some respect on the local level, noting that d3 national wrap up for the

2007 year commented most favorably about the little field general?What does he have to do to get the
respect that he deserves...he has been a winner from day 1  for the Mules. Short people get a bad rap.
10-0 conference record  for the Mules was a direct result of his smarts, not throwing if it wasn't there.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 06, 2008, 11:08:05 PM
Sometime during the end of April. I Think!!??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on March 12, 2008, 08:23:48 PM
Old,

I see Hopkins,Moravian,Dickinson, and maybe  1 other challenging for the Mules championship.Any thoughts? I think that the Mules must improve their kicking game and that the 3 I have mentioned
are looking good from a kicking standpoint.



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on March 12, 2008, 09:42:33 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on March 12, 2008, 08:23:48 PM
Old,

I see Hopkins,Moravian,Dickinson, and maybe  1 other challenging for the Mules championship.Any thoughts? I think that the Mules must improve their kicking game and that the 3 I have mentioned
are looking good from a kicking standpoint.


I've been questioning whether Dickinson is going to compete for a conference title this year. I know that one player really isn't the difference between winning and losing -- this is a team sport -- but what about several players?

Out of the nine Red Devil players that made the all-conference team this past year, eight of them were seniors. That's a heafty load. Sure, QB Mitchell is a dynamic player, but he'll be needing his O-line more than ever in '08.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on March 13, 2008, 01:24:25 PM
Dickinson did lose some very talented players on both sides of the ball. However, I think their Offense will carry the team, as long as Mitchell is healthy, until the defense can catch up. Overall, they will need their younger replacement players to step it up in a hurry in order to compete for the conference title.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 14, 2008, 06:20:36 PM
BT

Tell it is getting close to football season.. nice to see ya post on this board.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 14, 2008, 06:34:20 PM
Quote from: old ends on November 28, 2007, 07:25:37 PM
If Senior leadership helps build a strong team and they can either get, or forget, the underclass to keep the building blocks growing for a strong foundation. The following numbers show how many seniors each team will lose to graduation.

Dickinson----21
Ursinus------19
Moravian----14
Muhlenberg-14
Gettysburg--13
F & M---------11
Hopkins------11
Juniata-------10
McDanial------9

Numbers could be off for I counted quickly but to all good luck to you after graduation.

Above is the numbers of seniors that graduated from each team. Dickinson lost the most with Muhlenberg right behind. A lot of stepping up has to be done. McDaniel, Juniata, Hopkins, and F & M may have better teams just because of the playing time the lower classman may have gotten. Although incoming class could make a difference on any of the above teams.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on March 14, 2008, 10:09:10 PM
Old ,I count 9 returning all cong onference  Mules and note that a large number of players who played behind

starting seniors got substantial playing time and are just itching to move up, difficult as it is to replace

incredible graduating linebackers  and  tight end.Hang on, the Mules will be back with a vengeance...

Anyone thinking that there is going to be a pushover or complacent team after last year's  magic

season, think again. Coach will work this year's team every bit as hard as last year's champs.Count the days....spring training....summmer camp...and presto, Labor Day will be here in the blink of an eye
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on March 15, 2008, 08:01:07 PM
BT,

18,36,51 are the national pass efficiency rankings of Santagato, Braxmire. and Mitchell, respectively.
See sportsnetwork.com  for these and some other very telling stats,Mules were 3 in overall defense,
but Wilkes, our new  game, were 10.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 17, 2008, 08:30:49 PM
Muledaddy:

Sorry, I just heard that the gentleman from Jenneate PA will not be going to any of the Centennial Conference Teams.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on March 18, 2008, 02:42:58 PM
Speaking of recruiting, I wonder how McDaniel & Juniata are doing with their recruiting this off season. Both coming off one win seasons. I guess their pitch of playing time as a Freshman is a little different than say a  Mulenberg or Dickinson, and how does those schools get better athletes to compete with the better teams in the conference?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on March 18, 2008, 02:47:47 PM
Sorry MUHLENBERG, I can't type worth ****, (BEANS)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on March 18, 2008, 05:50:43 PM
BT and Old,

Tis a pity we all missed out on the penom from Jeanette.All kidding aside, I guess the 1 win teams

have to sell the Centenniel academic experience and the chance to build a winner. This is definitely not

quite the same as getting kids to come to a winning tradition and the likelihood of experiencing

at last as many wins as losses. Oh well, freshman playing time chances are always there if nthing else.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 18, 2008, 06:48:45 PM
Muledaddy

I did not mean the qb,rb,db,and any other position he wants to play, from Jeanette. I meant the 4' 1" nose guard from a little French town pronounced Chenn eate( Jenneate). He grew 6 inches over the winter and is going to play basketball.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on March 19, 2008, 07:40:03 PM
Dear Old,

In the words of noted news and sports commentator, Emilie Letilla,  "Never Mind".
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 22, 2008, 10:33:38 PM
Defensive coach from Ursinus is moving on.

Click here to read story: http://www.ursinus.edu/resources/grizzly/030608S.pdf

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on March 23, 2008, 09:52:16 AM
Is there more to this story? One usually doesn't leave a job unless he has another job lined up.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 23, 2008, 12:06:32 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on March 23, 2008, 09:52:16 AM
Is there more to this story? One usually doesn't leave a job unless he has another job lined up.
I read what you read. Maybe someone from Ursinus could fill in the blanks..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on March 24, 2008, 07:36:48 PM
Old/BT,,

I live  a few miles from Ursinus and Hope I hear something.This doesn't look good for the Bears.
Title: F&M Schedule
Post by: pizzashop on March 28, 2008, 07:49:58 AM
http://godiplomats.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/032408aab.html (http://godiplomats.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/032408aab.html)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on March 28, 2008, 09:58:51 AM
A night game against Dickinson on 9/19. I guess Dickinson will put their new lights to a test. The only question is why on a Friday night when they will go up against High School games?. I wonder if the players enjoy playing night games???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 29, 2008, 09:44:51 PM
one can only ponder why a Friday night game.. Maybe to get more of the students who may bale on Saturday.
At least the sun won't be warming up the visitors side for that game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 30, 2008, 08:43:59 PM
I see F & M Posted thier 2008 football schedule with no change.. Coach Troxell in his second year, I sure< wants to improve on last years record. Good luck to him and the team.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on March 31, 2008, 08:49:43 PM
Juniata has posted thier schedule : http://athletics.juniata.edu/football/ (http://athletics.juniata.edu/football/)

They have picked up Alleghney as the opener and the next week with Susquehanna. They dropped FDU-Madison and Gallaudet.

Two good games for them
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on April 01, 2008, 03:10:06 PM
It looks like it will be a challange for them to win a game again this season.

Anyone know when D-III starts spring practice?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on April 01, 2008, 03:56:42 PM
Murphy how was your winter ?? Spring practice starts around mid April maybe even the last two weeks of the month.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on April 01, 2008, 04:16:25 PM
looks like Moravian is opening with Susquehanna, but the rest of the schedule has not been posted for Moravian. Trying to get what info I can.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on April 01, 2008, 04:35:35 PM
I posted the Mac schedule only because Ursinus has picked up Lebanon Valley and dropped Lycoming.

Also Moravian also picked upLebanon Valley the next week..

Muledaddy ==Do not see Muhlenberg going to play Wilkes  as you thought.

Click here: http://www.mascac.org/football/sked2008.pdf (http://www.mascac.org/football/sked2008.pdf)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on April 01, 2008, 05:11:26 PM
Quote from: Murphy on April 01, 2008, 03:10:06 PM
It looks like it will be a challange for them to win a game again this season.

Anyone know when D-III starts spring practice?

Different for every school.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on April 01, 2008, 10:10:52 PM

old,

I don't get it..I had  it on the highest authority that it was a go with Wilkes on 9/6.I will find out what's next...YIKES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on April 02, 2008, 07:46:45 AM
Hi Guys

My winter was just like everyone else I guess just waiting for spring.  How about you guys?

One question though, how does a guys karma go down when he hasn't made a snidely whip lash post in months?  Man I'm down to a -3.

Maybe we can have a little discussion about something I'm always curious about.  It has to do with coaching.

When I was growing up in sports coaches assessed their talent before they decided what kind of offense or defense they would use.

These days it seems like everyone runs a "system' and won't change no matter what kind of talent they have.

Are coaches just caught up in todays "system" mentality and can't adapt or am I missing something here.

It seems to me the best coaches/teams adapt their "system" to their talent, the poorest coaches/teams just keep running the "system" no matter how bad it gets.

Murphy - with no karma
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on April 02, 2008, 10:11:53 PM
Quote from: Murphy on April 02, 2008, 07:46:45 AM
When I was growing up in sports coaches assessed their talent before they decided what kind of offense or defense they would use.

These days it seems like everyone runs a "system' and won't change no matter what kind of talent they have.

Are coaches just caught up in todays "system" mentality and can't adapt or am I missing something here.

Not sure if this is the best response to your question, but it could depend on the level you're at. For instance, in high school, coaches have to take what players they can get, so they might be forced to adapt to their talent (or lack thereof).

In college, there's more ability to recruit, so coaches have a better shot at luring players that best fit into the already established system. Of course, recruiting isn't perfect, and in those cases, coaches who are unwilling to adapt have to suck up that 1-9 season and hope they don't get fired.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on April 05, 2008, 03:50:48 PM
Gettysburg posted thier schedule for 2008
Click here:http://www.gettysburgsports.com/schedules.asp?path=football (http://www.gettysburgsports.com/schedules.asp?path=football) no changes from last season
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on April 05, 2008, 09:46:44 PM
Old,

Bullets should be somewhere  in the middle this year. Curcio is good but you just don't replace a Sturges

overnight.Coach Streeter is a wily old fox but I don't know that he has the horses to run with the big dogs this time around.  He will have to show me otherwise.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bspinelli on April 10, 2008, 09:25:59 PM
Muledaddy's sources were almost correct. Wilkes @ Muhlenberg Sept. 6  7:00 P.M..  They play Union next up in Schenectedy then on to the conference slate. Even though its not posted, you can piece the rest of the schedule together.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on April 13, 2008, 04:31:34 PM

Bspin,

Thanks...redemption.....now, all we mulefolk have to do is beef up and get ready.Wilkes aint no joke....

ever..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on April 16, 2008, 01:08:54 PM
Does anyone know if Dickinson & Muhlenburg started their Field Turf installations yet?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on April 16, 2008, 08:17:03 PM
BT,

I will check it out...anybody think the Mules and Alfred, from the Empire Conference, would make a good scrimmage?
Rumor has it that all which remains is to pick the location............
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on April 17, 2008, 02:32:41 PM
I guess I will answer half of my own question from above.I just found out Dickinson is waiting for all their Spring sports seasons to finish before starting renovations to the track and Biddle field. I guess they figure they can get everything done including the installation of lights in 4 months before the start of the football season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on April 17, 2008, 09:36:28 PM
bt,

ditto re muleturf
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on April 21, 2008, 07:51:22 PM
Look what just came out...An updated schedule for all Conference school's

Enjoy Click here:  http://www.centennial.org/football/08_composite.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/08_composite.pdf)

Looks like the Conference is trying to improve by playing stronger conferences. Should be a good year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on April 21, 2008, 08:06:50 PM
This Link was put together by another poster in the general football area. It is a super great map to locate D3 teams and the conference they are in.  Even though some of the teams or schools maybe a little out of where they should be, you get the general idea. I think the person who put this together should get a super at-a-boy for is efforts. Click on the general football look at the posting from the start..

Click here: http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/9/94/D3_football_map.gif (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/9/94/D3_football_map.gif)

You can enlarge it
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on April 27, 2008, 07:53:23 PM
Nice article about the Dickinson quarterback...

Click here: http://www.dickinson.edu/cnExtra/detail.cfm?457 (http://www.dickinson.edu/cnExtra/detail.cfm?457)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on April 27, 2008, 08:25:44 PM
Quote from: old ends on April 27, 2008, 07:53:23 PM
Nice article about the Dickinson quarterback...

Click here: http://www.dickinson.edu/cnExtra/detail.cfm?457 (http://www.dickinson.edu/cnExtra/detail.cfm?457)

enjoy

Nice little piece. Might even be something that could fleshed out for an ATR this season. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on April 29, 2008, 03:20:36 PM
OLD ENDS, you do a great job of keeping us informed of the various stories and links to the different schools in the conference. See if you can do some research to see if any of the schools have announced their football recruiting classes for this up coming season. I believe May 1st is the dead line for most schools for the new students to return their deposits and then the schools can officially comment.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on May 03, 2008, 09:52:20 PM
BT cannot find much on the recruits, but I did find an answer on your Dickinson football field question.

Click here http://www.dickinson.edu/sports/biddlefield.cfm (http://www.dickinson.edu/sports/biddlefield.cfm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on May 05, 2008, 09:22:47 PM

Mule captains selected; a fine group of leaders, a quarterback, a center, a safety, and a linebacker........

summer camp is just around the corner.......thank God
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on May 08, 2008, 09:00:26 AM
BT--- Still can not find anything on recruits.. The local papers do have some things from time to time about players and where they are going but that is mostly DIV I and II. Even all of the Conference teams have 2007 rosters still on the main football page.. May not see it until they update those pages.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on May 08, 2008, 01:18:18 PM
Old Ends, Thanks, I haven't seen much either. I always laugh when you see a kid's picture in the local paper and it says he got a scholarship or signed his letter of intent to a Divsion III school.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on May 11, 2008, 05:03:36 PM

Congrats.

To Mule running  back John Deluca. named all conference in Lacrosse...staying in shape..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on May 13, 2008, 09:35:05 PM
Lacross is very hard on the legs... and most of the rest of the body also. Good sport for vision -- hope it helps
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on May 14, 2008, 02:24:17 AM

Old,


1533 yds rushing last year...lacrosse strenghtened his liegs...what doesn't kill yhou makes you stronger...mules led conf offense,defense, pass eff, and pass def..
its going to take some work to make the magic happen again....lightning can strike twice...
but rarely does so....GO MULES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Knightstalker on May 14, 2008, 11:07:44 AM
In the month of May the VFW distributes Buddy Poppies.  Please take time to give a dollar and take a poppy.  The proceeds of this go to aid the  Disabled Vets  (http://www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=cmty.levelc&cid=127&tok=1)

Mike Dougherty
Commander VFW Memorial Post 3776
Secaucus NJ


In Flander's Field
by John McCrae
In Flanders Fields the poppies blow,
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky,
The larks, still bravely singing, fly,
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the dead.
Short days ago,
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved and now we lie,
In Flanders Fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe
To you, from failing hands, we throw,
The torch, be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us, who die,
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow,
In Flanders Fields.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on May 21, 2008, 09:15:49 PM

Knight,

Got my  poppy  Saturday from the  vets at a local parade. From Flanders to Hamburger Hill to

Mosul , the price of freedom is paid.God bless you and all vets..I

know that I do what I can to honor all vets, and to teach my little Mule (football player) to do the

same. The Star Spangled Banner still has great meaning at the home of the Mules. May the value of freedom never be taken for granted.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on May 27, 2008, 06:28:51 PM
Mates,

Isn;t it time for some preseason chatter, predictions,fortune telling, and general summertime fun........

.

100 days to camp and counting...?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on June 01, 2008, 08:36:18 PM
my mind is not yet on football. Normally it kicks in when Pro football preseason starts.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on June 01, 2008, 10:59:42 PM
Quote from: old ends on June 01, 2008, 08:36:18 PM
my mind is not yet on football. Normally it kicks in when Pro football preseason starts.
Yeah, football season in Texas can be year-round, but it really kicks in after the 4th of July.

The Texas Rangers are on the edge of being mathematically eliminated from the Pennant Race.

The Dallas Cowboys go off to camp.

And, Dave Campbell's Texas Football Magazine comes out!  ;) 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 03, 2008, 01:03:23 PM
Saw on their football website that Juniata is bringing in 40 new recruits( that's almost half the current roster). I think they are the only Centennial Conference team that has released their incoming recruits so far.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on June 03, 2008, 02:58:11 PM

BT,

Juniata has the right idea...they need some good rookie blood now to step up to speed with the rest of the conference, which is getting tougher each year.I can't waitt for the 100 days to camp......in fact,
i just can't wait till the end of June to get my little Mule and his Mule buddy back from study abroad down under...3 more weeks and counting

Meanwhile, the more I study last year's stats, the closer the competition looks for this year's  championship.golf

Staying healthy  and enjoying the summer are the immediate objectives.Trying to teach a Mule to
golf is always fun.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 03, 2008, 03:41:20 PM
Muledaddy, I gave up trying to golf about 5 years ago. If you only had to play 9 holes instead of 18, I think I could have been pretty good. Only have so many decent shots in my bag.( HA HA) Did the Mules start working on the new field yet?. Was in Carlisle last week and the renovations to Dickinson's field are going well. All the old grass is gone and it looks like they will be ready to go by the end of the summer.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on June 04, 2008, 06:54:32 PM
Golf.. Play it every nice day we get in  MD.

Golf and football have something in common.

Both have goals in mind. You hit, run, or throw as far as you can on a playing field of grass(artifical or real) to get closer to your goal.

Football has defenders that keep you from scoring.
Golf has obstacles( trees, water, sand) to increase your scoring.

Golf is totally an offensive sport, but you want to keep your score low so you win.
Football has offense to score as much as possible with the chance of winning.

You have out of bounds in both, yardage markers, and spikes.

And so on and so on

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on June 08, 2008, 08:38:20 PM
Mates,

Mule turf replacent project has commenced,,,,as promised,

August 13 is the beginning of the campaign to defend the championship....and national rankings
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on June 11, 2008, 10:21:48 AM
Many of the Conferences graduated seniors picked up new honors.

Click on the link: http://www.footballfoundation.com/news.php?id=1502 (http://www.footballfoundation.com/news.php?id=1502)

Scroll down to find your schools players
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on June 11, 2008, 10:25:33 AM
New Biddle field layout and info:

Click here: http://www.dickinson.edu/sports/biddlefield.cfm (http://www.dickinson.edu/sports/biddlefield.cfm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 11, 2008, 03:31:20 PM
Old Ends, Dickinson's plans look great. I heard there are are future plans to also redo the home grandstands and build a new locker room and new weight room sometime in the next few years. It is a great time to be a Division III athlete. Gettysburg is also in the process of adding on to their athletic facilities with a new pool, weight room and fitness center. The economy doesn't seem to be slowing down these schools with facility improvements, of course with the price of attending college these days, I guess the schools are in competition with each other to not only attract athletes but regular students as well to justify $40,000 and $50,000 a year tuitions.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on June 15, 2008, 12:08:25 AM

BT,

nice plans....Darwin  breux under the lights...I dont look forward to it....Saturday Nughy Live just got newnrmeaning...it will take someone stubborn
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on June 15, 2008, 10:13:27 PM



Mules are student athletes...team GPA broke 3.0...team went 10-0...the work in the class is getting done,

and the work on the field can get done...again.......mule team must pull together...hard work is one of the two things Mules are known for..........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 16, 2008, 04:44:44 PM
Muledaddy, That team GPA says a lot about the character of the kids and the program. It looks like you won't have to be worried about playing the Red Devils at night, at least not this year. Looking at the Dickinson schedule and they only play ONE night game and that is a Friday night (??) game against F & M. Not sure why you would go to all the expense of putting in lights only to play one game? Personally, I think more games should be played at night if you have the capability. I think night games create a great atmosphere for football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on June 16, 2008, 05:24:28 PM

BT

I like your style...night games rule........in a league with a lot of class,night compettion is a great idea..

Dickinson is going to be tough, as usual, but I don't know if I could stand a game like last year, where

we spotted them 17 early points and reached down deep, on both sides of the ball, to pull out a win.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on June 17, 2008, 08:51:30 PM
I tried to find,and of course it is diffferent for each school, if the conference has  mandated a GPA the student athlete must maintain. My Nephew had to keep a 2.75 or higher when he was at Wilkes. I remember talking to someone at Dickinson who thought they had to keep a high GPA to play any sports.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on June 23, 2008, 07:22:10 PM


Mates,

Lets talk preseason picks....conference, nation, all americans......any takers?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on June 27, 2008, 09:39:50 AM
In a few weeks Conferences will start picking there pre season everything.
It will give move to chew on. Both the good, the bad, and the ugly
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 27, 2008, 01:29:25 PM
Other Juniata, not sure if any other school in the conference has released a list of their incoming Freshman. Agree Old Ends, we are about a month away from really getting into a serious discussion about this season, should be a good one.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Loudmouth on July 03, 2008, 06:11:50 PM
The 2008 college previews have been issued by Lindy's and The SPorting News.  Muhlenberg was ranked in both.  7th in the Sporting News with an offensive lineman on the all-america team.  DIckinson listed as another team to watch.  What does everyone think of these rankings and how will it affect the Mules this season now that they wont be suprising anybody?  I think another team to look out for this year is Hopkins.  ANy thoughts?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 05, 2008, 12:39:13 PM

Loud,
Thk you for the mule info. I
also fear Hopkins as a team to be reckoned with on the journey, together with Dickinson. Where and
how do I find the ratings yo reference. I see them as realistic. If the Mules maintain focus, the sky is
the limit: if not,......oh well........
Offense  is going to be strong again;defense must reach deep to match last year's numbers

Q-back is the general...his 64% passing and 149 efficiency last year will have to be matched or bettered.
Backs, receivers, and both lines are ging to be  fine.

Linebackers must step up to replace 2 all conference grads:defensive backfield is intact.

The stage is set.......the challenge has been therown down...each team will want a piece of Mulehide.....
it has the potential to be a most interesting season for the Mules and their opponents....no easy games..
a day at a time...a play at a time..a practice at a time......How bad do the Mules want it....we will see...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Loudmouth on July 06, 2008, 07:05:16 PM
THe rankings are in the two major college football season previews.  Lindy's magazine and the SPorting NEws magazine.  You can either get them online at their websites or at any convenience store/ pharmacy/ supermarket. 

Mule,

Will QUarterback be able to maintain efficiency with the loss of all-american tight end?  DO they have a good pass catching tight end waiting in the wings?  Or do they go to a more spread offense this year?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 06, 2008, 07:54:43 PM
Loud,

I think we are going to be Ok with 2 capable TE men  stepping up, although its not really possible

to expect them to be All Americans like Matt Johnson proved to be. Interestingly, it waas Johnson's

1st year at the position and he played it like he was made for it.......The Mules just have to pull together
and follow the lead this year of big number 64, center Mike "Tiny" Nolan, another All American.

Santagato will take care of business at QB, as ever.Sooner or later, they all stop saying he is too small,
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 07, 2008, 06:20:41 PM

In Passing,

Nice article on Muhlenberg website today......get some paint ...targets are on the Mules, ranked 7,9,22

in national mags preseason.......10 of 11 offense starters returning...we need some defense and I

think that coach has what he needs to fill the spots........the program is getting deeper, stronger,

more committed........challenging job for the coaches...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on July 07, 2008, 08:49:19 PM
the target is always on the returning champ. even by teams outside the conference who want to be noticed.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on July 07, 2008, 08:55:22 PM
Some of the other teams have released thier roosters.

F & M
http://godiplomats.prestosports.com/sports/m-footbl/2008-09/roster (http://godiplomats.prestosports.com/sports/m-footbl/2008-09/roster)

McDanial--Without the freshman
http://www.mcdaniel.edu/athletics/football/roster.cfm (http://www.mcdaniel.edu/athletics/football/roster.cfm)

Nothing from the other's yet
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 08, 2008, 08:08:55 PM

Preseason scrimmage confirmed.....Muhlenberg vs Alfred, August 30 , 11 am...at Binghampton NY high

school field........half the distance between the 2 schools.......stra nge place for a reunion between

2 kids who have been playing together since elementary school , live a mile from each other, and

are  still good buddies, the pride of Phoenixville, Pa, Mule RB E. Snyder and Saxon DL J. Yesesky.

Only fitting the meet should be in the home/
birthplace of the creator of The Twilight Zone, Rod Serling........who was obviously inspired by the natives.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on July 09, 2008, 10:57:45 AM
NCAA (http://www.ncaa.org/wps/ncaa?ContentID=32252) has featured a photo of the "new Mule" at Muhlenberg.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gordonmann on July 09, 2008, 09:10:38 PM
Mule Daddy:

You've given me a chance to recite one of my favorite jokes.

There is no "P" in Binghamton.

You have to hold it until you are outside the City limits.

<rimshot>
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 09, 2008, 09:38:17 PM


Gordon,

You are the best.........its not my kind of town,either. Ha Ha

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 14, 2008, 05:10:08 PM


Mates,

Less than a month  until camp starts....and counting.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 17, 2008, 08:43:01 PM
Mates,

As we get closer, the excitement mounts.......Dickinson lineman bumps intoo Mule lineman at a gym near

Philly..says it was a fluke the Mules beat the Devils last year.....Ursinus player bumps into a Mule and says

they never would have lost if it wasn't for their now departed defensive coordinator......and the beeat goes on........time will tell...he who works the hardest, gets a few breaks, and has really good coaching
will climb the mountain......meanwhile,,, the Mule conference champ rings are simply incredible..
looks like a Super Bowl ring.....with smaller diamonds...individual names , numbers, and positions on 1 side,
10-0  First Undefeated Season on other side...Muhlenbeerg Mules on the face, with the Mule in color...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 22, 2008, 04:19:17 PM


Congrats,
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 22, 2008, 04:21:39 PM


Congrats,
To Mike  "Tiny" Nolan,  1st team pick for  preseason All America center
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on July 23, 2008, 01:28:55 PM
It is getting closer!!! Three weeks from today, teams can officially begin practice. Muledady, I know you are started to get excited!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 23, 2008, 09:42:47 PM

BT,

Its time for the countdown....just a matter of days......hooray!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on July 24, 2008, 12:22:45 PM
There are a lot of unknowns in the conference this year. Can the Mules stay on top? Can the Red Devils keep pace or did they lose too much to graduation?. Can Hopkins and Gettysburg climb to the upper tier of the conference?. Will there be improvement from the one win teams McDaniel and Juniatia?? Still not sure how the incoming Freshman will impact each program. On another note, it looks like Ursinus, F & M, and Juniatia are the only schools left with grass on their fields.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on July 24, 2008, 12:53:41 PM
Sorry, that is JUNIATA from HUNTINGDON, PA, don't want to get the Eagles fans fired up. I just can't type well anymore.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 26, 2008, 12:49:42 PM


BT,

Mules frolic on the turf only this year...the grass teams all come to allentown for some Saturday afternoon grazing....turfs up....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on July 30, 2008, 09:59:36 AM
14 DAYS until the players report to camp!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 30, 2008, 08:52:15 PM

BT,

I think our 4th down conversion stats,  76 per cent for Mules and 18 per cent for opponents , speaks

volumes about the blocking ability of the center of our offensive line. together with the determination of our defense.

Mules must start from scratch, work hard at  camp, take nothing for granted, and they can successfully defend the conference title and earn a trip to the ditch for a rematch against  Wesley.......that is my wildest dream...........

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on July 31, 2008, 09:45:43 AM
I have a question for the McDaniel fans, with the Ravens holding their training camp in Wetminster and using all the facilities, how does that affect McDaniel's team when they report to their camp on August 13th?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on July 31, 2008, 09:47:08 AM
Sorry, WESTMINSTER, remember I can't type fast!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 31, 2008, 07:25:42 PM

BT,

There is trouble in paradise........the new turf installation is running behind schedule..........where o where

can a mulepack graze......its going to be close for an opening day, make that night, 9/6 finish......yikes
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 01, 2008, 07:25:36 AM
Muledaddy
is there anymore info that you could give us about the field ? and do you think that it will be ready for there night game against Wilkes on the 6th ?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 01, 2008, 09:14:03 AM
Muledaddy

I hope it works out, we all know the Mules would never want to give up their HOME FIELD advantage in their opener.(HA HA), keep us updated on the progress. Dickinson's field also has a lot left to do before the 9/6 opener against Grove City.However, if the season started today, they could play,as the field and new lights are finished. They still need to erect the new away grand stands and finish building a new wall around the stadium. Does anyone know of any other renovations done to other stadium/fields in the conference?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 01, 2008, 10:33:08 PM

Greek/BT,

I will have more info in early part of the week and you will know what I know.........good turf, bad turf, no turf......look for an update at that time
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 05, 2008, 07:37:00 PM

BT et al,

Muletime update..no 8 preseason d3 rating is sweet......turf problem is not;seems that someone
excavated and broke a pipe....then they filled the base with the wrong stone...obviously, someone
lacking a centenniel conference engineering degree created a tad of a quagmireI note with interest that the d3 schedule has always listed the mules opener at Wilkes...perhaps psychic lurks among us....YIKES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 06, 2008, 12:21:53 PM
Muledaddy, I am confused, Muhlenberg's official website has the 9/6 game against Wilkes listed as a HOME GAME, while D 3 Football has it listed as an away game. Maybe Pat & his spies know something the rest of the Mule fans don't know (HA HA)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: AUPepBand on August 06, 2008, 02:29:15 PM
Pep has learned that Alfred will scrimmage Muhlenberg at Binghamton High School Stadium on August 30. The Saxons open with Ursinus at home on Sept. 6.

Didn't see too much room for improvement for the Mules over last year's record except for a deeper run in the NCAAs. What do the Mules lose from last year? If it is essentially the same team as 2007, it will be a tremendous test for Alfred... and a great way for the Saxons to prepare for Ursinus.

Can someone enlighten Pep on what Alfred will be facing in the Aug. 30 scrimmage? Offensive style...defensive strengths? Anyone going to the scrimmage?

Pep has Band Camp scheduled but is toying with the idea of bringing the band to Binghamton for said Band Camp.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on August 06, 2008, 05:05:00 PM
Franklin & Marshall preview: http://godiplomats.com/sports/m-footbl/2008-09/news/preview (http://godiplomats.com/sports/m-footbl/2008-09/news/preview)
Title: Centennial Conference Preseason Coaches/SID Poll
Post by: commish on August 07, 2008, 04:57:56 PM
The pundits (coaches and SIDs) have spoken ... and Muhlenberg is the preseason choice to win the 2008 Centennial football title.  No team has won back-to-back outright championships since McDaniel turned the trick in 1999 and 2000.

The Mules received 14 first-place votes (out of 16) for 126 points to easily outdistance Dickinson (98) and Ursinus (90).  Johns Hopkins, Moravian, Gettysburg, Franklin & Marshall, McDaniel and Juniata rounded out the poll.  Teams are not permitted to vote for themselves.

1-Muhlenberg (14), 126
2-Dickinson, 98
3-Ursinus, 90
4-Johns Hopkins (2), 86
5-Moravian, 77
6-Gettysburg (2), 72
7-Franklin & Marshall, 52
8-McDaniel, 29
9-Juniata, 18
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on August 08, 2008, 04:05:46 PM
I always wonder who the coach of the team picked to finish first in the conference voted for if he can't vote for his team.  In this case I wonder who else did not vote for Muhlenberg.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 08, 2008, 04:50:01 PM
Splik, Welcome back, you haven't posted in a long time. Well, that is a pretty good question, but I guess it was either Hopkins or G'burg as they were the only two other teams to receive first place votes. But your question does bring up food for thought on these polls. Do you vote for your top opponent, in this case Dickinson, or do you vote for a school that you know can't compete, but will sway the poll in your direction? Not sure if this was the intent in this poll by the Mule's coach and SID.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 08, 2008, 10:25:57 PM

BT<SPLIK<PEP,

I think the new contractor has his hands full trying to get the field done for 
I think the Mule Master, coach D, and the SID, iron Mike F, voted for the  worthy
opposition, Dickinson.
Pep, see the conference media guide...what you see is what you get....10 of 11 returning on offense..6
of 11 We know the Saxons are tough....one of them comes from Phoenixville, Pa....as does one of the Mules.........it should be a hell of a scrimmage......we are getting targets painted  our backs since we
know everyone is gunning for us after last years run..muledaddy wants to see a rematch with last years
foil, Wesley.......and then we can dream about a game on 12/20/08....in a place called Salem..seeya
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 11, 2008, 08:26:24 AM
Hey Muledaddy, what do you think of The Mules chances are against Wilkes ?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 11, 2008, 04:40:07 PM
I think the Mules have a very good chance.. Wilkes lost a key player at linebacker. Follweiler.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 11, 2008, 04:48:50 PM
Just some articles you may wish to read about teams in the comference:

Click here: http://godiplomats.prestosports.com/sports/m-footbl/2008-09/news/preview (http://godiplomats.prestosports.com/sports/m-footbl/2008-09/news/preview)

Click here:http://www.gettysburgsports.com/News/football/2008/8/6/080806_Football_Preview.asp?path=football (http://www.gettysburgsports.com/News/football/2008/8/6/080806_Football_Preview.asp?path=football)

Enjoy
Title: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 11, 2008, 05:07:28 PM
There may be some Upsets this year. Vote above....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 12, 2008, 07:46:01 AM

Greek,

I really like Wilkes, a big, strong tough bunch of kids. They beat  you up physically  as i  recall from

scrimmages in last few years.Follweiler was very very good.

We just have to trudge along and do our work and , with a lucky bounce or two, maybe we can get by.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on August 12, 2008, 11:23:55 AM
Wilkes always seems to have a multitude of big guys on their team.  When I played against them their stud tailback looked as big as some of our OL and DL.  What do they put in the water up there?
Clearly, Muhlenberg's coach and/or  SID voted for teams that may be able to sneak up someone this season based upon the poll.  Aside from the very top and very bottom, the poll points to a pretty competitive league this season. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 12, 2008, 03:30:24 PM
Saw this article about Gettysburg football:

Click here: http://www.eveningsun.com/ci_10126284?source=rss (http://www.eveningsun.com/ci_10126284?source=rss)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 12, 2008, 03:33:49 PM
OF course McDaniel also had an article. Muledaddy you should read the comment, which is very true, from your coach in this article.

click here: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/08/07/sports/csports80708.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/08/07/sports/csports80708.txt)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 12, 2008, 03:42:01 PM
Here is a complete schedule for all confreence teams:

Click here: http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/guide/PDF/130-Composite.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/guide/PDF/130-Composite.pdf)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 12, 2008, 06:24:59 PM


Old,
Thanks for the steering.the articles on the conference were interesting. Once again, the Mule Master,

Chief Coasch Donnelly, hit the nail on the head....this is one real good conference without compromise on the academic focus of these schools. Any team can, and will, take advantage of a good bounce, on any given Saturday, with only one guarantee.......there will be some upsets.....focus........wasn't that one of the four principle  themes of last year's Mules? 
I will inspect the progress on the field tomorrow and post a report on my observations....peace
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 13, 2008, 08:51:03 PM

Old,, frankly, it is going to be touch and go about getting things done for the 9/6 night opener.

the field turf is not down in Muletown.....stone is in place, pipes await repair after inadvertent destruction of the j pipe drainage  system, and its going to take a minor miracle to get it together.

Meanwhile, the new season brings hope, prayers, and a lot of hard work ahead.The joy of football
is in the air.....get out the sleds.......

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 14, 2008, 09:42:06 AM
Hey Muledaddy
is there any truth to the rumor that Muhlenberg booked a local high school field just for a back up plan for Sept. 6th ?
Which is a good move on there part.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 14, 2008, 12:09:40 PM
Can you say J Burney Crum stadium against Wilkes? It is a great old stadium with plenty of seating ( over 12,000). If that is true, it wouldn't be a bad plan B for the Mules, rather than go to Wilkes.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 15, 2008, 09:07:06 PM


BT,

I will have to check out j burney crum....we cant play in the streets of alllentown........yikes
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on August 15, 2008, 09:52:46 PM
Pleanty of  big high school fields in Atown mukedaddy, Parkland, Central Catholic and a few others.

Quote from: muledaddy on August 15, 2008, 09:07:06 PM


BT,

I will have to check out j burney crum....we cant play in the streets of alllentown........yikes
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: @d3jason on August 16, 2008, 04:33:53 PM
I played at J Burney Crum, when I was a freshman in college, of course that was 21 years ago (gulp.)  Big stadium built into the side of a hill. Seemed like you could trip over the yard lines because of years of lime building up when they lined the field.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 17, 2008, 09:52:02 AM
The J Burney Crum stadium went through some renovations a few years ago and it is now a turf field.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: warthog on August 17, 2008, 03:27:32 PM
I'm fairly certain Juniata players and coaches are tired of getting sand kicked in their faces.  It appears they have brought some horses into the barn that will allow them to go toe to toe with some of the conference's so called front runners.  After a year of fine tuning, the offense is ready to put some of those big Clydesdales in the harness and begin scoring some serious points.  Don't be surprised if you see a four or five win season for them this year. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 18, 2008, 11:16:36 AM
Warthog, if you are talking about strickly numbers, you might be right, Juniata bought in their biggest recruiting class ever with over 40 new players. I am sure there are a few new bodies which can contribute and maybe help get a few more wins, but it is still a big learning curve adjusting to college football for most Freshman. The upper classman are bigger, stronger, faster and it usually takes a while to get adjusted to the speed of the college game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 18, 2008, 12:59:56 PM
I aggree with you BT, you know that old saying....any given day.....anybody can beat anybody, but i'm glad they are starting to rebuild.Also The Mules have to stay sharp for every game, because everyone wants to knock off the Champs.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on August 18, 2008, 02:58:22 PM
Let's hope the Eagles can do more than beat a school for the deaf this year. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 18, 2008, 05:14:35 PM
Splik, A little harsh but true.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 22, 2008, 10:24:55 PM

BT et al,

Mules may have a field on opening night, 9/6, after all. work is moving really fast now....Mule AD is

cracking the whip and holding the line...........knows how to work a muleteam...................hold your breath
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on August 25, 2008, 10:57:51 AM
Juniata brought in a whole bunch of new people.  But the decision makers still remain.

It will be interesting to see if the influx of players will make a difference.  Like BT I don't see a lot of freshmen cracking the lineup and if they do there will be a learnign experience.

I wish them luck.

Anyone want to bet that their first play is a run off tackle?

Murphy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on August 25, 2008, 04:17:52 PM
Negative karma?  I know how Murph feels now.

Murph
Let's hope those Clydesdales Warthog mentioned can open up some holes for that off-tackle play. 

The limited action I saw last season had the Eagles having more of a passing based attack.  My hope for the season is that the Goal Post trophy remains on its extended stay in Huntingdon, PA after Week 2 when the Eagles face Susquehanna.

It might help if they worried less about sand kicking and more about blocking and tackling.   ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 25, 2008, 04:58:35 PM
An article about the Conference.
click here: http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2008/08/pigskin-previews.html (http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2008/08/pigskin-previews.html)

Looking forward to hear how the scrimmage's go.

May all conference teams do well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 25, 2008, 06:32:24 PM


Here we go,

  1. MULES
  2.DICKINSON
  3 MORAVIAN
  4 HOPKINS
  5 GETTYSBURG
  6 URSINUS
  7 F AND M
  8 MCDANIEL
  9 JUNIATA          ... ......This is the word...official Muledaddy 2008 preseason poll, taken on the 1stday of the democratic convention...1 day before Kickoff..at a secret location..
                            somewhere in Pennsylvania....God Bless America...all rights reserved, 2008..GO MULES!!!

   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 25, 2008, 10:02:35 PM


BT/OLD/GREEK,

Let's have your picks, thoughts about the oracle's selections and anything football since it is here....

scrimmages start this week....the real thing next.............life is beautiful
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on August 26, 2008, 07:42:13 AM
Splik, nice to hear from you. I've given up on karma.

I really do wish Juniata well, the foolball players get it from all sides, on campus even the volley ballers rub it in their faces.

Go Eagles!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 26, 2008, 08:04:03 AM
Muledaddy
I like your picks, especially the first one, put i do think that Hopkins could be some what of a sleeper this year, i picked them 3rd put they could even be 2nd.
It's going to be a rough ride....so hold on to your seats !

1. Mules
2.Dickinson
3.Hopkins
4.Moravian
5.Gettysburg
6.Ursinus
7.F & M
8.McDaniel
9.Juniata
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 26, 2008, 10:00:43 AM
Greek

I hate to admit it, but I like your picks. I have the exact same order.


1. Mules ( on paper they have the most talent coming back and as defending
champs they deserve to start out on top again)
2. Dickinson ( although they lost a lot to graduation and there was some questions on QB Mitchell's health, he looked good in the intra squad scrimmage)
3. Hopkins ( I think they will be much improved)
4. Moaravian (Didn't get hit too hard by graduation)
5. Gettysburg ( The Bullet fans will expect more, but for some reason, I think they slip a little this year(
6.Ursinus ( have most of their skilled positions coming back)
7. F & M ( had a nice recruiting class, still a work in progress)
8. McDaniel ( Veteran Coach, can only go up)
9. Juniata ( Largest recruiting class in their history, should get at least a win or two more over last season)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 27, 2008, 11:59:04 AM
Muledaddy & B T

I was watching the time lapse video on The Mule web-site and it looks like that it's going to be a close call but i think they will be playing on the new turf Sept. 6th.
Title: Video Preview
Post by: pizzashop on August 28, 2008, 08:41:48 AM
Mike Gross and Eric Stark of the Lancaster Sunday News spoke with F&M football coach John Troxell on Tuesday. Troxell offers updates on the progression of camp and discusses his quarterback situation. The preview features interviews with local standouts George Eager and Jay Ridinger.

Watch it here: http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/226484 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/226484)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 28, 2008, 12:35:42 PM
Pizza, Thanks for sharing. I have a question, where did you get all your KARMA? It must be from the B Ball site as I don't  think we even know how to give any Karma on this site!!!! HA HA
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on August 28, 2008, 12:37:39 PM
BT you have more karma than me and Splik combined.  I still owe karma for peeing on Juniata's coaches last year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 28, 2008, 12:50:12 PM
Oh Murph, you know I still love you!!! I don't even know how to give or take away Karma. I just noticed that Pizza has only had 37 posts and has a 9 Karma! Good for him.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on August 28, 2008, 11:25:13 PM
Errr-uhhh, it's my Diplomatic approach. ;)

I ought to lose some for that one.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on August 28, 2008, 11:44:36 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on August 28, 2008, 12:50:12 PM
I don't even know how to give or take away Karma.

BT,
200 posts is the magic number. At that point, you'll be able to applaud your buddies and smite your foes. It's an awesome gift to have  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 29, 2008, 07:05:18 AM
Well off to Binghamton N. Y. first thing tomorrow morning to go see The Mules scrimmage Alfred Univ. it should be a pretty good contest.
Everyone have a safe labor Day Weekend !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 29, 2008, 12:35:54 PM
Ryan, Thanks for the TIP( Ha Ha) on the Karma thing. Lebanon Valley travels to Dickinson this afternoon for a scrimmage. Biddle Field is just about done with the first phase of their renovations.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 29, 2008, 04:50:55 PM


Greek,

I   have been summoned to Yankee stadium for a special purpose tomorrow so I must rely on your report/ update from the binghamton scrimmage.......however, I will be in Allentown on the 6th day of September.

I understand the circus is coming to town up there next week........move over Ringling Bros......I

sometimes get a karmal apple...but seldom any karma..what is it like watching paint dry(the time lapse
film at the Mle website?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 29, 2008, 04:53:56 PM


Query: How does a pizza guy get so much karma?....must be the cheese..........you GOTTA have the


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 30, 2008, 07:11:06 PM





Yankee stadium only has 11 remaining games.......lets hope the Mules win at least that  number
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 31, 2008, 03:02:52 PM

C'mon Boys,


Who scrimmaged whom...and how did they look?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: AUPepBand on August 31, 2008, 05:09:55 PM
Quote from: greekgeek on August 29, 2008, 07:05:18 AM
Well off to Binghamton N. Y. first thing tomorrow morning to go see The Mules scrimmage Alfred Univ. it should be a pretty good contest.
Everyone have a safe labor Day Weekend !

Pep was tied down with Band Camp in Alfred....please do tell what you saw in Binghamton!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 01, 2008, 01:57:19 PM


  Pep,...greek must give us the scoop...i doon't know a thing about the mule saxon showdown in the

twilight zone (Binghamton)....but i am dying to get the story
s

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: AUPepBand on September 01, 2008, 04:03:52 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on September 01, 2008, 01:57:19 PM


  Pep,...greek must give us the scoop...i doon't know a thing about the mule saxon showdown in the

twilight zone (Binghamton)....but i am dying to get the story
s

Pep heard from a player today that the scrimmage was back-and-forth, pretty even, although it wasn't a scrimmage with "game conditions." Said player reported both teams were rather conservative in their play-calling. Some things looked good, other things need work.

That comes as a good report for Pep, as certainly the Mules are highly ranked and return much from their 11-1 2007 campaign. Alfred, meanwhile, has a lot of first-time starters taking the field this season.

On Saxon Warriors!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 02, 2008, 10:02:18 AM
Muledaddy & AUPepBand

It was pretty much what you said AU, they were not showing too much at all on either side, but i think the Mules will be ok, they just had too shake some rust off here and there but i think they will be fine. A very nice facility up at Binghamton Alumni High School Field....can't wait until Saturday......Hopefully the field will be done, from what i am understanding it will be a last minute decision, i think they will have to know by Friday, because if they can't play at Scotty Wood, then the time changes to 1:00 at the High School Field, and from what i'm hearing there has not been a lot of rain up there and the field is like concrete, so lets keep our fingers crossed the field will be done.

Go Mules !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 02, 2008, 12:10:00 PM
I just got an email from Mule Country that the game will be on the new turf as scheduled Saturday Night  @ 7:00

Go Mules !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 02, 2008, 05:31:21 PM

  Greek,     thanks for the updates on the  au scrimmage and the turf.........thank God and Mr. Sam,

world's greatest athletic director, whose accomplishments over 48 years  of Mule history never

fail to amaze me...let us give thanks for all that is good...........GO MULES........98 hrs...and counting.....

GO MULES..........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: AUPepBand on September 02, 2008, 06:44:33 PM
Quote from: greekgeek on September 02, 2008, 10:02:18 AM
Muledaddy & AUPepBand

It was pretty much what you said AU, they were not showing too much at all on either side, but i think the Mules will be ok, they just had too shake some rust off here and there but i think they will be fine. A very nice facility up at Binghamton Alumni High School Field....can't wait until Saturday......Hopefully the field will be done, from what i am understanding it will be a last minute decision, i think they will have to know by Friday, because if they can't play at Scotty Wood, then the time changes to 1:00 at the High School Field, and from what i'm hearing there has not been a lot of rain up there and the field is like concrete, so lets keep our fingers crossed the field will be done.

Go Mules !

Thanks, Greek...Pep has driven past the Binghamton H.S. field and drooled. Incredible facilities that high schools have these days.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 02, 2008, 06:54:58 PM
I wanted to wait until  closer to the start before ranking the conference. Not really I was on vacation.

1.  Mules, But they will not be perfect in the conference this year.
2.  Moravian, The ABE teams rise to the top. Could be the team to drop the Mules
3.  Hopkins. The kicker can get long field goals and points are points
4.  Dickinson, lost a lot with the 2007 team and a Q-back cannot be the featured everything
5.  F & M, I put them here but really could also knock-off some of the teams above them
6.  Ursinus, just always seem to be missing something--last year they had to many fumbles
7.  Juniata,  Starting to get the right numbers for the right players. Could beat 3 conference teams this year
8.  McDaniel, Green wave is in low tide. ebb may start next year.

I was at a high school scrimmage for my Grandson in New England, Overheard a coach telling the boys, in a load voice,
" We are going to keep running this play till someone figures out who is not blocking the correct way". Told my son in law if the coach cannot figure it out this could be a long cold season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 02, 2008, 07:03:39 PM
Want to watch highlights ???  Centennial Conference is now on YouTube.
click here: http://www.youtube.com/centennialconference (http://www.youtube.com/centennialconference)

Back when I was finishing up high school we got a colored TV, Now I can watch TV on my computer and it is still a bigger screen then the first one we had.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 02, 2008, 07:19:25 PM
Ursinus article in area paper:

Click Here:http://www.phoenixvillenews.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=20100744&BRD=1673&PAG=461&dept_id=17914&rfi=6 (http://www.phoenixvillenews.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=20100744&BRD=1673&PAG=461&dept_id=17914&rfi=6)

Positive words from Coach Trotter:
Click here: http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/226584 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/226584)


enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: AUPepBand on September 02, 2008, 08:48:32 PM
Any Bear fans planning to make the trek to the Allegany Highlands for the Ursinus-Alfred grid battle? If so, Pep would like to welcome y'all to Merrill Field and wish you safe travels. Please stop over to the band to say hello!

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 03, 2008, 10:06:29 PM


Do me a favor.Pep. Whack the Ursinus Bears nice and hard this week. Thanks.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 04, 2008, 07:21:42 AM
Hey Muledaddy
not supposed to be too nice on Saturday in Mule Country, with a storm coming in....well that will be a real test for the drainage system on the new turf, but i still smell a victory against Wilkes !

Go Mules !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: AUPepBand on September 04, 2008, 10:21:17 AM
Quote from: muledaddy on September 03, 2008, 10:06:29 PM

Do me a favor.Pep. Whack the Ursinus Bears nice and hard this week. Thanks.


Pep would like to see that happen as well. Pep is expecting a good competitive game and hoping that the band will carry the team. The band has been told it's good for 7 to 14 points per game for the Saxons....hoping the band will be that productive.

On Saxon Warriors!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 04, 2008, 01:29:52 PM
Just read the game notes for Juniata's game this Saturday against Allegheny. FOUR FRESHMAN have cracked the starting line up for the Eagles. So Despite bringing in the largest recruiting class in their history, it is proof that it is very difficult to break into the starting line up as a first year player even at the Division III level. If you check many of the game notes this week for all the schools through out the conference, you will not see too many Freshman starting or even at two deep. Hopefully Juniata's big class will add some much needed depth to compete this season. Still many unknowns as we begin the season with all the schools in the Centennial Conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 05, 2008, 10:54:29 AM

Pep/Greek,

On Saxon Warriors, on to victory.......Greek, hold on to your hat...its an ill wind

that blows.........particularly nasty weather
Title: Centennial Conference Opening Kickoff
Post by: commish on September 05, 2008, 11:44:42 AM
Here at the home office ... we're counting down to kickoff.  Get ready for Saturday at our information links:

Weekly Release (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/0904.pdf).  Previews on all nine games.
The Friday Tailgate (http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2008/09/friday-tailgate-week-1.html). Updating the weekly release on Friday with links to newspaper stories, quotes and much more.
Gameday (http://www.centennial.org/football/gameday/). Links to video, radio and live stats, along with rosters, statistics and game notes.

Let's go 9-0 this weekend.  Enjoy the day ... and stay dry.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 05, 2008, 08:15:51 PM
Thanks Steve.

Mule-- We should all route for our Centennial teams when they play outside the conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 05, 2008, 08:31:06 PM
Moravian getting some local press, finally
click here: http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-s-moravian.6572695sep05,0,1025733.story?track=rss (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-s-moravian.6572695sep05,0,1025733.story?track=rss)

and McDaniel: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/09/05/sports/dsports090508.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/09/05/sports/dsports090508.txt)

Nothing on the football games Yet. But other things getting cancelled.
Hanna Claims Games
(September 5) - Tropical Storm Hanna is moving quickly up the Eastern Seaboard and is causing many athletic contests to be postponed or to have earlier start times to beat the rain. Here is what we have into the home office as of 8 p.m. EDT.

Bryn Mawr at Hollins soccer, cancelled
Misericordia at Dickinson men's soccer, changed to 12:00
Immaculata at Dickinson women's soccer, changed to 2:30
St. Mary's at Gettysburg women's soccer, changed to 2:00
Gettysburg at Scranton men's soccer, changed to 11:30
Delaware Valley at Ursinus men's soccer, postponed to 9/15
Messiah at Ursinus field hockey, changed to noon
Washington at McDaniel field hockey, postponed to 9/7
Washington at Stevenson women's soccer, postponed to 9/7
Muhlenberg at NYU men's soccer, postponed to 9/7
Randolph-Macon at McDaniel men's soccer, cancelled

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 06, 2008, 09:45:57 AM


Old,

Your point is well taken  and I will "root", not "route" for the CC teams when playing out of conference, after the Saxons spank a little Bear butt......Have a nice day.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 06, 2008, 02:20:26 PM
I don't know about Juniata's freshmen, but F&M started a backfield of all freshmen, quarterback and running backs. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 06, 2008, 05:11:36 PM
Hopkins 34  St lawrence 3

Dickinson 34  Grove City 7

Lebanon Valley 19  Gettysburg 13

Moravian 27  Susquehanna 14

McDaniel 38  St Vincent  7

F & M 24  Washington & Lee 0

Allegheny 34 Juniata 18

Ursinus 34 Alfred 27

Muhlenburg later

Conference  6 - 2 with one game to go

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 06, 2008, 10:13:05 PM
Muhlenburg has defeated Wilkes  34- 21

That makes theConference 7-2 for the weekend, good luck to all next weekend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on September 07, 2008, 09:35:20 AM
It sounds like the Eagles had a tough time on offense versus the Gators on Saturday.  Hopefully, the defense can remain stout and the offense can limit the turnovers and kick the crap out of the Crusaders next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 07, 2008, 08:12:37 PM

Mates,

Congrats to the 7 winners and condolences to the 2 non winners.Who looked good and who got lucky.

Seriously, Salisbury Gulls , Ursinus Bears, Hopkins Jays, say a prayer of thanksgiving....all
the stats but the score favor the opposition........as well as I can recall....ditto the Gettysburg loss......

I guess a win is a win is a win......but some are prettier than others..like roses
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 08, 2008, 02:16:08 PM
It looks like F & M recruited themselves a nice backfield for the next four years. Very impressive win over Washington & Lee. Dickinson's QB Ian Mitchell looked like he is fully recovered from his injuries from last season. Dickinson's offensive did a nice job considering the terrible weather conditions. The Mules also look like they haven't missed a beat. It was a good thing they finished the new turf field with all the rain. Overall a great start for the conference with a 7-2 record.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SU Backer on September 08, 2008, 03:32:59 PM
Muledaddy......yep those stats sure favored the opposition in the SU vs. Albright game.....SU 1st downs 21 Alb-13, Rush yds SU 380 Alb-38 total yds. SU 396 Alb 263, Avg gain SU- 5.8 Alb 4.6 SU-1 punt all day.......uh maybe not.....c'mon you won the playoff game, we got that, why the consistent dogging?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 08, 2008, 04:33:26 PM
After looking on the D3 Football.com site, the Centennial Conference's 7 -2 start wasn't too bad. The other local Mid Atlantic conferences did't start out as well. The PAC was 1-8 with only power Washington & Jefferson winning and the MAC was 3-4. I realize it is only the first week but the fast start is encouraging.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 08, 2008, 06:54:42 PM
 
Dear SU,

I stand corrected on the Gull stats...it was only the points that were close...........as I stated,

I was going from memory, and I guess the memory wasn't all that good after reading stats for

30 games......it looks like you have a nice team again  and I hope we get a chance to meet down the road in

late November,,have a great night game....

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 08, 2008, 09:05:05 PM

(September 7) - The Centennial Conference has selected its Players of the Week for the week ending September 6. Muhlenberg QB Eric Santagato was named the Offensive Player of the Week, after throwing for 308 yards and three TDs vs. Wilkes. Johns Hopkins DB Chris Baldwin scored three defensive touchdowns - two after picking off passes and another off a fumble recovery - to go along with 10 tackles vs. St. Lawrence. Franklin & Marshall's Jarrell Diggs and Moravian's Brian Reckenbeil shared the Special Teams award. Diggs returned a punt 49 yards vs. W&L for a touchdown, while Reckenbeil booted a pair of field goals, including a school-record 47-yarder, vs. Susquehanna.

More on all  the games here : http://www.centennial.org/football/index.html (http://www.centennial.org/football/index.html)

Ursinus +6, Hopkins +4, Moravian +4, F & M and McDaniel +2, on the turnovers. Get the ball anyway you can to stop the other team, but do not give it up.

Dickinson topped all with rushing offense 240 yards
Muhlenberg lead passing and total offense with 308 pass and 496 total.

F & M an amazing total defense of 51 yds lead the conference.

Good weekend for the conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 08, 2008, 09:17:08 PM
The first week jitters are out, and since we have not heard for bitman since Jan. 08

Next weeks picks, post them back and I will keep a record for all.

Dickinson              @        Hobart
F & M                     @       Catholic
Hampden-Sydney   @      Gettysburg
John Hopkins          @      Randolph Macon
Juniata                  @       Susuehanna
Moravian               @       McDaniel
Lebanon Valley      @      Ursinus
Muhlenberg-- Bye

Post back by Friday 2100 hrs.( 9pm)

have fun


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 09, 2008, 10:51:15 AM
Old Ends, Thanks for doing this. It was fun last year. Where oh where has Bitman gone(HA HA)? Here goes: I think I am picking more with my heart this week.

DICKINSON over Hobart( Hobart's opening game & Dickinson looked strong last week)
F & M over Catholic ( Could be the most improved team in the league)
HAMPDEN SYDNEY over G'burg (Disappointing loss for the Bullets last week)
HOPKINS over Randolph Macon ( The Yellow Jackets also had a disappointing loss against 1-9 Kings last week)
JUNIATA over Susguehanna ( The Eagles match their win total from last year in their second game)
MORAVIAN over McDaniel ( The Hounds are too tough)
URSINUS over LVC ( Good opening win over Alfred last week for the Bears)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on September 09, 2008, 12:41:21 PM
Ursinus has a good young kicker and punter. He was punting over 50 yards and in between the ten and the end zone! Great find.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 09, 2008, 04:33:59 PM
Quote from: old ends on September 08, 2008, 09:17:08 PM
The first week jitters are out, and since we have not heard for bitman since Jan. 08

Next weeks picks, post them back and I will keep a record for all.

Dickinson              @        Hobart
F & M                     @       Catholic
Hampden-Sydney   @      Gettysburg
John Hopkins          @      Randolph Macon
Juniata                  @       Susuehanna
Moravian               @       McDaniel
Lebanon Valley      @      Ursinus
Muhlenberg-- Bye

Post back by Friday 2100 hrs.( 9pm)

have fun




What's the inside scoop on Dickinson this year?  Are they headed towards a similiar 9-2 type season like last year?  Or maybe a drop off?

Reading the Grove City recap made it seem like the weather really impacted the Grove City game (mostly all rushing etc).

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 09, 2008, 05:02:48 PM

Should be an interesting match up between between Dickinson & Hobart. Weather didn't factor into Grove City's offense, Dickinson's defense was that good in stopping them. QB Ian Mitchell is explosive and hard to defend. On paper, the Red Devil's look to be on track for another 9-2 season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 09, 2008, 05:47:59 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on September 09, 2008, 05:02:48 PM

Should be an interesting match up between between Dickinson & Hobart. Weather didn't factor into Grove City's offense, Dickinson's defense was that good in stopping them. QB Ian Mitchell is explosive and hard to defend. On paper, the Red Devil's look to be on track for another 9-2 season.

Thx.  Hobart is returning a lot of guys as well - especially on defense.  If you're interested you can read up Hobart's team here:

http://campus.hws.edu/athletics/hobart/football/2008Guide/complete.pdf
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: AUPepBand on September 09, 2008, 06:52:57 PM
Quote from: coachchris on September 09, 2008, 12:41:21 PM
Ursinus has a good young kicker and punter. He was punting over 50 yards and in between the ten and the end zone! Great find.

Ursinus' kicking game was excellent. A majority of kick-offs went into the end zone, aided somewhat by a breeze from the south.

Kicked two field goals of close to 40 yards and hit on all four PATs. Punting was good as well, until he shanked one that ruined his average on the day.

Ursinus has a quick defensive line that shut down Alfred's running plans....albeit without the Saxons' 1406 yard tailback from last year, out with an injury. Nevertheless, the AU offensive line is very young and has not found its groove--but that will come.

Best of luck to the Bears the rest of the way....   and, On Saxon Warriors!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 09, 2008, 08:14:28 PM
9/13 picks

Hobart-- at home with seniors who played a lot of tough games(will still root for Dickinson)
F & M -- not what they were last year and my suprise for the conference
Hampden-Sydney-- Stronger the Gettysburg thinks
John Hopkins-- kicking game will win games for them this year
Susquehanna-- home game as old MAC teams bang helmets
Moravian-- First conference game of the year win.
Ursinus-- keep getting the turnnovers and keep the yellow flag away.

have fun
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 09, 2008, 10:00:50 PM


Old,

Thanks for starting the ball rolling..I like you so much I am making the same picks as you this week only.....

and I will root for the Devils,,,,,,
Title: Re: Centennial Conference picks for 9/13
Post by: coachchris on September 11, 2008, 01:30:33 PM
Hobart
F&M
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Susuehana
Morivan
Ursinus

These are my picks for the upcoming week!
Good luck to all the centennial conference teams!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 11, 2008, 02:40:54 PM
This week's guesses

Dickinson
F&M
Hampden-Sydney
Randolph Macon
Susquehanna
Moravian
Ursinus
BYE-haven't lost yet
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 14, 2008, 10:50:32 AM
Results:

Old Ends               5 - 2
Muledaddy            5 - 2
Coachchris            4 - 3
BTEXPRESS           3 - 4
Reserved Seat      3 - 4

Well we all picked F & M and Ursinus to win so that gave each of us 2 loses to start.

Better luck next week to all.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 14, 2008, 11:00:23 AM
Here is next week's pick-em.. With a Friday night this week picks must be in by Thursday:

Friday- 9/19

F & M @ Dickinson

Saturday- 9/20

John Hopkins @ Gettysburg
Juniata @ Ursinus
McDaniel @ Catholic
Moravian @ Lebanon Valley
Muhlenberg @ Union

Bonus:
Widener @ Wesley

good luck and have fun
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 14, 2008, 02:10:51 PM
OLD,
since i took the same picks as you, how did i  get 1 less win and 1 more loss...I don't understand.

Please advise.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 14, 2008, 07:43:29 PM
Mule: I took your statement below, and thought you were taking Dickinson. If you do not list your picks I must make a judgement call. I will change the results this time, but in the future you must list who you are picking.



Old,

Thanks for starting the ball rolling..I like you so much I am making the same picks as you this week only.....

and I will root for the Devils,,,,,,
 




Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 14, 2008, 08:00:14 PM
Mule:

Here is some info on Union:

Click here: http://www.unionathletics.com/Sports/football/2008/.asp (http://www.unionathletics.com/Sports/football/2008/.asp)

Good stuff

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 14, 2008, 08:59:07 PM

Old,

Thanks.I will be clearer on future picks.Now its time to study union.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 15, 2008, 10:20:02 AM
As the previous champ from last year's PICK EMS, I am embarrassed with my 3-4 start. Last week, I picked with my heart, this week I will put my handycapper hat back on.

DICKINSON over F &M ( Too much riding on this game for the Red Devils after a tough loss at Hobart. 1000th game in Dickinson history, 100th meeting with F & M. and the first night game in their history)
HOPKINS over G'burg( The bullets could start the year 0-3)
URSINUS over Juniata( The Bears have been up & down in their first two games)
CATHOLIC over McDaniel( The cardinals surprised F & M last weekend)
MORAVIAN over LVC( LVC off to a 2-0 start, but the Hounds are strong)
MUHLENBERG over Union( This will be a great test for the Mules after being off last week)
WESLEY over Widener( Delaware Valley shocked Wesley last week, can't see them going 0-2)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on September 15, 2008, 10:29:13 AM
My picks for week 3
Dickinson
Hopkins
Ursinus
Catholic
Moravian
Union    I had to pick an upset
Wesley

Good luck to all the teams!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 16, 2008, 07:53:30 PM
Dickinson -- New home field advantage.
John Hopkins - Just stronger overall
Ursinus-- Unless they fumble it away they should win
Catholic-- Green wave needs another year
Moravian--Could go either way but stay with the conference on this one
Muhlenberg-- Another tough one for the Mules
Widner-- Upset time--
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 16, 2008, 07:55:44 PM
Congrats to the players of the week:

Click here: http://www.moravian.edu/athletics/sportsNews/08-09/fall/SN1897.htm (http://www.moravian.edu/athletics/sportsNews/08-09/fall/SN1897.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 16, 2008, 08:02:29 PM
Hopkins has taken the top spot for scoring offense 36.5 pts/game
F & M leads on scoring defense 7.0 pts/game
Muhlenberg is the leader on total offense  496yds/game (nice)
F & M is the leader on total defense at 168.5 yds/game

The rest can be viewed here: http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 16, 2008, 08:05:53 PM
Centennial weekly release
http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/0914.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/0914.pdf)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 17, 2008, 12:45:04 PM
this week's picks (cont)

6. MULES  over union...a struggle til the end.....a real war

Bonus....Wesley over Widener in a squeaker

GO MULES......find a way to win............one more time
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 17, 2008, 04:40:43 PM


Tough picks from a bad internet connection in atlantic city.....

1. Devils over Diplomats...a must win at night
2 G'Burg UPSETS Hopkins.....homecoming rules
3. Ursinus over Juniata
4. Moravian over LVC
5.Catholic over McDaniel
6.Mules over Union
Bonus....Wesley  (desparate for the win, scrapes by Widener..good thing its a home game)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 17, 2008, 11:05:34 PM


greekgeek,

where are you....we need to hear some classic wisdom.......how about some conference picks?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 18, 2008, 08:08:22 AM
Sorry Mule Daddy, i don't do weekly picks,and if you could see my Fantasy Football Picks you would know why.Getting a little busy at work, but i'm back !
Anyway, the only pick i do have for this week is our boy's at Muhlenberg, Class Team...Class Coaches and all around Class Act....whatever happens this year, i couldn't be more proud !

So GO MULES....beat Union !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 18, 2008, 11:24:31 PM
Just some articles about upcoming games this week:

McDaniel: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/09/18/sports/asports091808.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/09/18/sports/asports091808.txt)

F & M and Dickinson: http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2008/09/18/features/football_this_week/doc48d26999630b3458253626.txt (http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2008/09/18/features/football_this_week/doc48d26999630b3458253626.txt)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on September 19, 2008, 02:10:35 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on September 15, 2008, 10:20:02 AM
WESLEY over Widener( Delaware Valley shocked Wesley last week, can't see them going 0-2)

When did Wesley or Widener join the Centennial Conference?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on September 19, 2008, 02:52:01 PM
Quote from: ock7 on September 19, 2008, 02:10:35 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on September 15, 2008, 10:20:02 AM
WESLEY over Widener( Delaware Valley shocked Wesley last week, can't see them going 0-2)

When did Wesley or Widener join the Centennial Conference?
True, but I will bet those Mules are watching (albeit discretely) the Regional Rankings to see how the playoffs will seed.   :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 19, 2008, 02:54:16 PM
Old Ends who is running the PICK UMS  for us threw that game in for fun and to keep us on out toes
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 19, 2008, 04:23:57 PM


BT, Good point..what is a bonus pick?


Muledaddy has landed in the Union camp...nice weather...good grazing conditions....the pasture awaits us

mules are ready to kick up some dust and hold the line.....BEAT THE DUTCHMEN.....AMEN
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 20, 2008, 10:07:30 AM

Mates,

If you ever come to Schenectady, for a Union game or anything else, try a meal at Mikes world famous hot dogs...
....
good game talk from Jack, the owner, a former Union b-ball standout....

For Italian  cuisine, try the Ferrari family  offering, once again good people and good food. Game on....2hr and some minutes...locals say Mules are a 21 pt favorite...I say lets win by one or more.....Go Mules
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: dlippiel on September 20, 2008, 04:07:11 PM
Congrats to a very solid Muhlenburg team. You clearly deserved the win today at Union and I wish you all the luck this season. You guys are big, strong and very athletic!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 20, 2008, 06:41:18 PM
Results for 9/19--9/20

BTEXPRESS    7-0
coachchris      6-1
Muledaddy     6-1
Old ends        6-1

Overall
Muledaddy      11-3
Old ends         11-3
BTEXPRESS      10-4
coachchris        10-4
Reserved Seat  3-4

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 21, 2008, 12:37:10 PM
here are some articles about yesterdays games.

Muhlenberg : http://timesunion.com/AspStories/story.asp?storyID=722544&category=SPORTS (http://timesunion.com/AspStories/story.asp?storyID=722544&category=SPORTS)
Moravain : http://www.ldnews.com/sports/ci_10519740 (http://www.ldnews.com/sports/ci_10519740)
Hopkins-Gettysburg : http://www.eveningsun.com/ci_10523285 (http://www.eveningsun.com/ci_10523285)
F&M-Dickinson: http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2008/09/20/sports/local/doc48d485eabfc5e658466499.txt (http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2008/09/20/sports/local/doc48d485eabfc5e658466499.txt)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 21, 2008, 02:12:24 PM


old,

thank  for the articles. the trip to New York to play the Dutchmen wass rough. We survived,

banged up a bit, and look  forward  to homecoming next week agaisnst a dangerous three times

bitten opponent.T his will be a difficult season, one game at a time...work, work, work.It's tough to be a Mule. I hope we can get the O and the D clicking in the same game......then we will be a very good football team...for now, we are just a hard workin ' bunch of Mules ;not pretty,not loved...but still workin'
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 22, 2008, 01:58:40 AM
Pick-ems for 9/27

Dickinson   @    McDaniel
Gettysburg @  Muhlenberg
John Hopkins @ Moravain
Juniata      @  F & M

Extra pick

Salisbury   @  Delaware Valley


enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 22, 2008, 02:10:39 AM
Weekley update is in:
Andrew Case, John Hopkins offensice player of the week
Matt Rathbun, Muhlenberg defensive player ofthe week


Gettysburg leads the conference in pass offensive with 246.7 yds/game
Muhlenberg leads in pass defense with 134.0 yds/game

could make the battle of the burgs (bergs) interesting.

Moravian leads in rushing offense with 295.7 yds/game
with Muhlenberg leading in rushing defense 68 yds/game

View the rest of that stats here:  http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/0921.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/0921.pdf)


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 22, 2008, 10:22:04 AM
I saw TWO CC conference games this weekend. Both were very fun and exciting to watch.

F &M at Dickinson. Great atmosphere with the first night  game in Dickinson's history. The place was PACKED, standing room only with over 5200 in attendence. F & M gave Dickinsion all they could handle in the first half. They have some speed. The Freshman QB John Harrison played well, although not very big, he did a fine job throwing and running. Dickinson made adjustments at half time and the Mtchell to O'Connor connection (O'Connor caught 12 passes) was the difference. The Devils defense played very tough in the second half.

Juniata at Ursinus . Again another very nice crowd with 2900 fan for Ursinus' family day. The way the game started out you thought Ursinus was going to blow the Eagles out. Juniata could just not move the ball and was going three and out the whole first quarter. I was sitting with the Juniata fans and they were saying that it was the same old play calling ( where are you MURPH?). They then starting passing and moving the ball and actually got the lead late in the 4th quarter. Both QB's carried their respective teams on their backs in the second half. You could tell both were Seniors and were making plays on their own. Both Dye( Ursinus) and Leonard (Juniata) were outstanding. It is a shame that one team had to lose. Although Juniata is 0-3 on the season, they never quit. Very entertaining game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 22, 2008, 12:05:50 PM
Muhlenberg is now ranked #5. Keep it going.

Muledaddy I can see your glow all the way to Maryland.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 22, 2008, 08:00:29 PM


Mulefolk and conference fans,

The Mules work hard but we need to open up the offense a little.The conservative play calling so far
is contraindicated when you have healthy young Mules who should be able to put 38+pts on the board
every game.

For example, Union was putting 8-9 in the box and  we were running predictable  plays, instead of changing
things  up.
Defense is getting stronger; we have the Mules, its just a matter of using them right to get a Muletrain.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 23, 2008, 07:28:43 AM
Muledaddy

We are a little bang up this week going into our first conference game, hopefully the offense and defense can get on the same page this week. Both Wilkes and Union were worthy oponents and a great challenge for these Stubborn Mules, so our boy's are going to have to bring there A Game for the next 8 weeks, but lets just take one week at a time and concentrate on a Gettysburg win.

Go Mules !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 23, 2008, 11:50:46 AM
I had a good week picking the games, let's see if I can do it again and  move back into contention.


DICKINSON over McDaniel ( Red Devils have too much firepower)
MUHLENBERG over G'burg ( Can't see the Bullets pulling an upset here)
MORAVIAN over Hopkins ( picked this one out of a hat)
F & M over Juniata ( could be tighter than people think)
SALISBURY over DVC ( little bit of an upset here)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on September 23, 2008, 12:05:02 PM
With Dickinson playing McDaniel this weekend, it has made me wonder...  Remember when McDaniel was WMC, and they used to win games?  What happened to all their annoying fans who used to post messages on this board?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 23, 2008, 01:40:02 PM
Oak, you are right do we even have any McDaniel fans who post anything on this board anymore????
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on September 23, 2008, 02:14:23 PM
Quite honestly, there is not much to talk about for McDaniel Football other than Keating has long since worn out his welcome, and they can not get good athletes to go there any more.  No one wants to play for a loser like him.  He was never the reason they were good during the "Glory Days" of WMC, it was Al Thomas and Brad Fordyce who brought in the talent and ran the great defense that the Terror was known for.  The program is in the tank, and as long as Keating is running the show, it will remain there.  Just see how he talks about his quarterback situation in the paper.  He talks about his players in the public eye in a disrespectful way, and thats why he cant get good recruits, and thus they terror will be lucky to go 2-8 this year and for the foreseable future.  That being said, that doesnt take away anything from the players and staff members (other than Keating) that won all those CC Titles in the late 90's and early 2000's. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 23, 2008, 05:53:40 PM


Mates,

Looks like bad weather again for Saturday....tough on us Mules.......gotta keep workin...
'
  Mule train,yeah,yeah.
  Clippety-clopping through the wind and rain.
  They'l keep going till they drop. 
  Clippety-clop,clippety-clop......

(from Frankie Laine hit song "Mule Train" in 1949)
 

 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 24, 2008, 10:41:10 AM
picks for 9/27

Dickinson-- Green wave goodbye
Muhlenberg-- wins the battle of the berg's(burgs)
Moravian--The Allentown-Bethlehem battle is brewing for Nov.
F & M--- Juniata is close but Diplomats get this one

Delaware Valley-- Home team adv.



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 24, 2008, 10:51:22 AM
To all:

Check out around the Mid Atlantic on the main d3football.com Ryan Tipp's article about Dickinson's Ian Mitchell is really great.

Made me think about those I have lost.

Hat's off to Ian and Ryan.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 24, 2008, 11:14:27 AM
Old, Agree, Ian Mitchell is a kid WHO GETS IT, not only a great athlete but a special person as well.
Title: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 24, 2008, 11:16:36 AM
These teams are leading the pack so far. Who will win it all?? Vote..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on September 24, 2008, 03:10:12 PM
As a side note...let's look at the Mules just a few seasons ago when they were plagued, or, as it has turned out, blessed, with nothing but young players, and they had a losing season.  Little did we know that those young players that were basically forced to take the field were gaining experience that can only be learned by being thrown to the wolves.  With that, let's not just count our eggs before they hatch w/ McDaniel; sure, the days of knocking Dickinson's quarterback unconcious are over, or holding Bernardo of the Mules to under 100 yards in both of his "projected all-american years"; but like Terrorizer24 said, you can't take away from the heart of the players or other staff when they're being led by someone who is out of their prime and has successfully driven the program into the ground.  They will rebuild, it happened in the 90s when Keatings first few years were winless, 2-8, and 3-7...things will turn, just as they seem to do for just about every team in this conference...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on September 24, 2008, 03:12:03 PM
Who will win it all?  i'd go with the Mules based on what i've seen on paper thus far in the season...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 24, 2008, 04:54:20 PM

Mates,

picks for this week.....

Devils )too strong for Terror)
Mules (finding a way to win..a war)
Hopkins (sets the table for a showdown in baltimore next week)
Dips over Juniata (closer than you think)
Aggies (an upset over a team that won't lose another game for a long while, the Gulls)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 24, 2008, 09:42:27 PM


Mates,

Thinking out loud.The most interesting game around is  in Doylestown on route 202, home of
of the DelVal Aggies. This game will feeature 2 really good teams in a big match for big stakes. If
the Aggies can pull off the win, they aint no joke....having beaten Wesley and its other conference
leader/talent. They will deserve national ranking in the top 25.
The Aggies must stop the option running game, and can probably do so, under their talented coach. Turnovers will be the key here, together with the need for clock control/time of possession.
If I didn't have business up the road at Alllentown, where the Battle of the Burgs/Bergs will be fought,
I would do whatever it takes to see the Gulls v Aggies. GO AGGIES....

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on September 25, 2008, 11:12:00 AM
My picks for 9/27
Dickinson
Mulenberg
Moravian 
Juniata   I had to pick an upset no one eles had how eles am I going to get ahead!
DVC

I do believe Juniata is better than most think!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 25, 2008, 12:22:49 PM
Coachchris, after seeing Juniata in person last weekend against Ursinus, I have to agree with you.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 25, 2008, 01:26:33 PM
The local paper in Allentown is thinking the Muhles could have a battle on thier hands;

Click here: http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-small.6601857sep24,0,995732.story?track=rss (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-small.6601857sep24,0,995732.story?track=rss)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 25, 2008, 01:28:36 PM
I went with F & M only because of home field advantage. I said earlier that Juniata could surpise a few people this year. Maybe this is the game. Sticking with the homer.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 25, 2008, 05:25:33 PM


  Old,

We do have a battle on our hands. This is war. The boys from Civil War land want to get their 1st
win really bad, seeing that an 0-4 start is really the end of a once promising season. They will throw
everything they have at the Mules and I only PRAY that we have a gameplan to meet the never ending
suicide charges of  the Civil War boys.They are coming, hellbent on successfully invading Allentown.
There is no respect, just bloodlust on  their part. We must be prepared to repel the invaders,forcing them
back to the graveyard from whence they come.Take no prisoners, show no mercy...to the victor goes
the spoils........THIS IS WAR.....GO MULES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 25, 2008, 06:46:37 PM
Couldn't get to a computer last week-out of the country.
Looks like everyone had a good week.
My guesses this week:
Dickinson
Muhlenberg
John Hopkins
F & M
Delaware Valley
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 26, 2008, 08:06:07 AM
Reserved,

I will be going to percentages  this week so I am glad your back.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 26, 2008, 11:22:29 AM
HOLY CRAP Muledaddy
The Civil War and the Bloodlust...graveyards....no prisoners......WHEW !
I can just see you as you were typing all this in, grinding your teeth, pounding on the keyboards, and saying the words out loud.
Well i aggree with your every word ! and it will be a Battle of the Bergs-Burgs
GO MULES !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on September 26, 2008, 01:03:32 PM
BTEXPRESS, I saw the same game and I was very impressed with Juniata's quaterback  Jay Leonard tough gritty player!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 26, 2008, 04:15:39 PM
Coachchris, Agree, it looked like the Juniata coaching staff was trying to establish a running game which wasn't going anywhere during the first quarter. When they let Leonard roll out and pass and/or run he was able make things happen. It should be interesting to see how they match up against F & M this week.However, I thinK F & M's offense has too much speed for the Eagles.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 26, 2008, 04:29:19 PM

BT,

Once again, you are on the money. Juniata is moving forward leaps and bounds each week.Leonard
is doing a great job at the helm.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 27, 2008, 09:08:32 AM

Good Morning on gameday,

4 hrs to kickoff,rain,rain,rain...ball security is the order of the day.

Moravian v Hopkins just became a coin toss....2 great kickers will probably decide the game.....Lachman v
Reckenbill.......both have great game........can the defense slow down Kase? Will the Moravian broothers
act get the big yards/points? Since I am only going to be 10 miles away, in  Allentown, maybe I can listen to the Moravian game while watching the Mules.
Flynn, the Bullet passer, is way ahead in the conference stats for yardage, but can he outgeneral the
Mules mighty mite, Mr. Efficiency, qback Eric Santagato? I don't believe so...before all is said and done, I bet my dime on the diminutive field leader who has led us this far......after having led his high school to
repeated championships.The most underrated player in this conference is Eric Santagato, a real winner.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 27, 2008, 07:47:07 PM


Hi Mates,

Congrats to the Phillies...crying towels for the Mets (again).

Nice day...great games...good competition everywhere Only 2  remaining......GO MULES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 28, 2008, 12:01:14 PM

Mates,

Santagato is getting a little bigger each week...4 TDs vs Gettysburg.Meanwhile, a very big game next week in Baltimore....can the Mules contain Kase, Murray, Lachman and company on their home turf?This will be a true test...........the defense continues to mature.....nice coaching by the headman/def coordinator and the offf coord (and all others) in defusing the Bullets, a high powered explosive offense that will now win its fair share of games.
Time for a brief shout out to Allison, the Bullets outstanding young student trainer..........and a fine
server at "Irish Joe's" during vacation and breaks.Keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!!
Mule train'sgotta move on..........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 28, 2008, 12:42:09 PM
Results for 9/27 pick-ems

Old ends                 4-1
BTEXPRESS             3-2
Mulhdaddy              3-2
Coachchris              3-2
Reserved Seat        3-4

Overall

Old ends                 15-4 ( 79% )
Mulhdaddy              14-5 ( 74% )
BTEXPRESS             13-6 ( 68% )
Coachchris              13-6 ( 68% )
Reserved Seat          6-6 ( 50% )

Long way to go still anybody's race.

Enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 28, 2008, 12:50:56 PM
10/4 Pick-ems

Mulhenberg  @  John Hopkins
McDaniel      @ Juniata
Moravian      @ Dickinson
Ursinus        @ Gettysburg

Extra Pick that counts
Lycoming ( 2-1 ) @ Widener ( 2-1 )

Fun Pick--- does not count . you do not have to pick if you do not want>

Mass-Maritime ( 0-4 )  @  Coast Guard. ( 1-2 )

Enjoy



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 28, 2008, 01:07:04 PM
News articles about conference teams:

Allentown-Muhl: http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-muhlenberg.6608276sep28,0,1447721.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-muhlenberg.6608276sep28,0,1447721.story)

Allentown-Moravian: http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-moravian.6608310sep28,0,5368333.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-moravian.6608310sep28,0,5368333.story)

Lancaster-F & M: http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/227990 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/227990)

Carrol County- McDaniel: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/09/28/sports/asports92808.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/09/28/sports/asports92808.txt)

Enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 28, 2008, 07:34:32 PM


Old,

Mass Maritime v Coast Guard??????????YIKES....I better go to the books to get ready for this weeks

picks............but  I do smell  some upsets in the air.........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 29, 2008, 11:32:56 AM
Hard to believe we are approaching the half way of the season for some teams already:

Here goes:

MULHENBERG over Hopkins ( The Mules keep rolling)
MORAVIAN over Dickinson ( The Hounds could be heading for a magical year end show down with their rival Mules and Dickinson could be down after the disaster in Westminster last weekend)
JUNIATA over McDanial ( have seen both teams in person and McDaniel already got their Christmas present last weekend. Could be the Eagles first conference win)
URSINUS over G'burg ( The Bullets could be 0-5)
WIDENER over Lycoming ( The Pride is the better team)
BONUS PICK: COAST GUARD over Mass-Maritime in the "Battle of the Boats"
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 30, 2008, 05:11:21 PM
Congrats to the following players of the week:

Phila Cresta, Muhlenberg- Offensive player of the week
Chris Kolb, McDaniel-- Defensive player of the week
Brian Reckenbill, Moravian--Special teams player of the week.

You can see the rest and more here
Click here: http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/0928.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/0928.pdf)

Here is the NCAA stats which show our conference and thier national ranking. This is great to look at with some of my bonus( or bogus) picks.
Click here: http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML (http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 30, 2008, 05:18:26 PM
Picks for 10/4.

Muhlenberg-- Still going strong
Juniata--Time is right and they are at home
Moravian--9th rank rush off in the country.
Gettysburg--Home team. could capitilize on Ursinus mistakes( penalties,turnovers)

Widner-Home team tough crowd
Fun pick
Coast Guard

Have fun
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 30, 2008, 05:24:19 PM
I always try to post interesting articles that I find about the players:
Here is a different one about a Dickinson player from Maryland.

click here: http://www.eveningsun.com/ci_10590210 (http://www.eveningsun.com/ci_10590210)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 30, 2008, 08:07:03 PM

Members of the Board,,

In this week of turmoil,there must be some  sense among the chaos (I think);
Unfortunately, it will not be found in this week's games,where things get a little crazy:
Mules over Jays ( field position is the only way to stop field goals..defense,defense,defense please!!!!)
Juniata upsets Terror
Dickinson upsets Moravian
G'Burg upsets Ursinus
FUN.......Widener over Lycoming;BIG FUN........Coast Guard sails by Mass Maritime
GOD BLESS AMERICA....AND D3 FOOTBALL.......LAND OF THE BRAVE

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on September 30, 2008, 09:55:33 PM
OK I'm gonna get it right one of these weeks! Here we go
Muhlenberg hopefully hopkins gives them a good game
Juniata had to go with them one more time
Morivian could go all the way?
Ursinus no mistakes guys!
Widener
Coast Guard  ::)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 01, 2008, 02:27:11 PM
Hello to all
Taking in the Inner Harbor on Friday before we head down to Muhlenberg-Johns Hopkins game...Hopefully J H defense will get tired after going up against The 300 Level ( Mules offensive Line ) . That is my only prediction for this week.
GO MULES !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 01, 2008, 09:50:41 PM

Mates,

As I watch the finals of America's got talent; I find myself thinking about the Mules and their last

trip to Baltimore to play  Hopkins, a 13-10 loss which  led to a very long and quiet ride back home.

MULES, THE TIME FOR VENGEANCE IS UPON US....LET LOOSE THE FUROR...TRAMPLE THE JAYS.....

LETS MAKE THAT RIDE HOME TO  ALLENTOWN  A  HAPPY JOYOUS CELEBRATION OF A WELL EARNED VICTORY







Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on October 02, 2008, 01:20:01 PM
I read with some ammusment that you guys think that the Eagles can actually win a game!

Man I looked at their stats, 56 yards a game rushing whew, the quaterback who has a bum wheel has almost as many yards a game as the tailbacks.

The culture there just doesn't contribute to winning footabll.

Murphy - the wet blanket.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 02, 2008, 06:05:30 PM


  Greek,

Enjoy the  Harbor,,get  a good  meal, a good night's rest, and pleasant dreams.

Awaken, come forward, and root the  MULES ON TO VICTORY. May our 300 LB OFFENSIVE LINE

impose its will  on the Jays and protect our little undersized backfield so we can score 1 more point than

the opposition.......at least. May our defense rise to  the occasion, stopping the Jays  stone cold.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 02, 2008, 06:20:52 PM



    AMEN...........GOO MULES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 03, 2008, 10:46:07 AM
I have never been to Hopkins for a football game. I was curious on what kind of crowds they get for their games. It is a Big stadium and I know they get great crowds for Lax games but was wonderiing if an important game like Muhlenberg will draw them in on Saturday? There have been some nice crowds so far this year in the Centennial Conference. I wonder who leads the league in attendence?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 03, 2008, 05:28:04 PM


BT,
More Mule fans than home fans last time around....they are all lacrosse,not football.......lets see now.

GO MULES.....THIS IS IT.........LETS ROLL.........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 03, 2008, 05:43:22 PM
This week's guesses

Muhlenberg
McDaniel
Dickinson
Ursinus

Extra Pick
Lycoming -really no clue(probably can say that about the rest of my picks,too)

Fun Pick-Coast Guard
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 03, 2008, 06:17:09 PM
Muhldaddy:

I am seeing more press about Moravian then the Muhls.

Click here:http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-fbcsmall.6611466oct01,0,3748307.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-fbcsmall.6611466oct01,0,3748307.story)

good luck to all this weekend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 03, 2008, 09:05:38 PM


Old,

Thanks for the Hound article. We Mules just don't get no respect in our own backyard. I really see
a big Devil win coming here one of my favorites, Coach Darwin Breaux, a crafty old pro, calling the perfect
game.GO MULES..........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 03, 2008, 10:10:58 PM

  K-Maack , So this week's most likely upset in the top 25 is the Mules. What are you smoking?

The Jays level of intensity at practice this week is no greater than that of the Mules......Let's

see how the Jays are in the later part of the game, after being pounded all afternoon by our

"Tiny "Offensive Line, 300 lbs per man..........I mean pounded.....and pounded...and they get weary...and they get tired...and they get pounded...and they get ..TRAMPLED.....the Mule Train is coming to town.....
sit back and enjoy it........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 04, 2008, 07:27:21 AM
Old,  K-Mack and all CC followers,

THERE WILL BE WAR IN BALTIMORE....TO-
DAY AT ONE...COME SEE THE FUN.....TAKE NO PRISONERS..TRAMPLING THROUGH TOWN
THE MULETRAIN IS RUNNING,STAMPEDING AND COMING....
SIMPLY UNSTOPPABLE...GET ON THE TRAIN OR GET DOWN...HIDE THE WOMEN.....
ITS THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH...21ST CENTURY GLADIATORS
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO....
MULES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



I am gonna modify this post by putting some spaces in the midst of those exclamation points for the sake of formatting!   ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 04, 2008, 11:16:18 AM
Quote from: muledaddy on October 03, 2008, 10:10:58 PM

  K-Maack , So this week's most likely upset in the top 25 is the Mules. What are you smoking?


Keith got last pick of the three of us on that one. That seems fairly clear from reading Triple Take. Take a deep breath.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 04, 2008, 04:47:09 PM
JHU website reports the final score as Mules 28, Jays 23.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 04, 2008, 08:56:31 PM


Whew.....we give a  10 point team 2 80+ touchdown passes, the defense never even looking for the ball while it is in the air...
but, somehow, in spite of ourselves...we escape with a win...GOD BLESSED THE MULES......

AND FOR THE PURPOSE OF PICKING UPSETS, I HEREBY CHALLENGE ANYONE TO BEAT MY RECORD IN THE CENTENNIEL CONFERENCE

PICK'EM  THE WEEK OF 10/4.....3 FOR 3....AMEN
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 05, 2008, 08:13:16 AM
Mule, Please read  terms of service---no caps.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 05, 2008, 08:21:31 AM
Results of 10/4

Muledaddy             4 - 1
Reserved Seat       3 - 2
Old Ends                3 - 2
BTEXPRESS            2 - 3
Coachchris             2 - 3
Everyone got the Coast Guard game right, but remember it was only for fun.

Overall:

Muledaddy           18 - 6  ( .750)
Old Ends              18 - 6  ( .750)
Coachchris           15 - 9  ( .625)
BTEXPRESS          15 - 9  ( .625)
Reserved Seat      9 - 8   ( .530)

We have a Friday night next week so all post should be in before game time Friday.
I will post later while trying to decide which bonus and fun picks to use.


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 05, 2008, 08:24:00 AM
Murphy

Juniata got the victory, congrats to all. Sometimes outsiders see something insiders miss. It was the right time and game for the win.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 05, 2008, 12:46:32 PM
Old,

happy to be tied with a man of distinction for first place in the u-pickems...who ever knew about Lycoming?

Mules, please put a little more pass defense together....thx.....Muledaddy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 05, 2008, 01:59:47 PM
pick-ems for 10/10 & 10/11
10/10--under the lights
Dickinson    @    John Hopkins

10/11
Juniata         @   Muhlenberg
Moravian      @   Gettysburg
Ursinus        @   F & M

Bonus
Union ( 1 - 3)  @  Hobart ( 4 - 0 )

Fun Pick ( does not count for anything)
Whitworth ( 2 - 2 ) from Spokane WA   @  Linfield ( 2 - 1 ) of McMinnville OR
These two teams are from the North West Conference.

Remember pick  before kick-off the the Friday Night game.

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 05, 2008, 02:09:57 PM
Here is some of the articles about yesterday's games.

Juniata: http://www.altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/511811.html (http://www.altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/511811.html)

Dickinson: http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2008/10/05/sports/local/doc48e81cbe99558997022916.txt (http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2008/10/05/sports/local/doc48e81cbe99558997022916.txt)

Gettysburg: http://www.eveningsun.com/ci_10640382 (http://www.eveningsun.com/ci_10640382)

Muhlenberg: http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-mormuhl.6617569oct05,0,2917050.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-mormuhl.6617569oct05,0,2917050.story)


Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 05, 2008, 03:47:11 PM
Enjoy playing with this put different teams and years together and see what happens

Click here: http://www.nationalsportsrankings.com/joomla/index.php?option=com_oneonone (http://www.nationalsportsrankings.com/joomla/index.php?option=com_oneonone)

Have Fun.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 06, 2008, 09:11:32 AM
Hooray, for the Eagles and their first victory over a team not constituted entirely of deaf players!  :D
I hope their new option based attack as well as their new 'Black Flag' defense can continue the improvement. 
I am sure Mule Daddy will now insert a dozen posts about mule this and mule that leading into next weeks game.   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 06, 2008, 04:26:32 PM
Muledaddy, how was the parking at Hopkins last weekend?. I am going down for Friday's game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 06, 2008, 04:48:37 PM
Congrats to:
Matt Flynn, Gettysburg. Offensice player of the week
Tredell Johns, Dickinson. Defensive player of the week
Andrew Masullo, Juniata and David Mazzola, Muhlenberg. CO- special team players of the week

The rest of week 6 release  click here:http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/1005.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/1005.pdf)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 06, 2008, 05:16:39 PM
Muhlenberg leads scoring offense 33.8 pts/game
Moravian leads scoring defense  11.8 pts/game
Gettysburg leads pass offense 279.6 yds/game
F & M leads pass defense 118.0 yds/game
Turnovers--my favorite.
Moravian +10
Gettysburg and Juniata -7

rest of the stats here: http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm)

NCAA national stats
Total offense-- Gettysberg-- 15th
Total defense--F & M -- 12th

See how your team ranks in the nation
Click here: http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML (http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 06, 2008, 05:31:25 PM
Picks for 10/10 & 10/11

Dickinson--McDaniel was a wet sloppy day-thier better than that
Muhlenberg--because
Moravian--Turnovers cost them the last game, not this time
F & M--Defense will win it
Hobart-- at home strong team
Fun
Linfield-- again at home

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 06, 2008, 05:43:29 PM

BT/,Splik,


parking was good.Park on University Ave near The World Cafe (great cafe) or South parking lot.

Next, Congrats to the Juniata Eagles on their 1st conference victory, which I picked. They have come a long way and continue to improve each week. I like the coach and the team.They are not done shakng
things up this year....but not this week.....GO MULES



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 07, 2008, 11:16:40 AM
Hard to believe we are week #6 of the pick ums, Here goes:

DICKINSON over Hopkins ( should be a good one under the lights)
MUHLENBERG over Juniata ( Eagles had their shining moment last week)
MORAVIAN over G'burg ( Hounds are mad over last week's loss to the Devils)
F & M over Ursinus ( The Dips are well rested and healed after a bye week)
HOBART over Union ( two long time rivals)
LINFIELD over Whitworth ( Can't go against a former National Championship winner)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 07, 2008, 12:02:40 PM
Not a good day for Salisbury Football Players
7 arrested in Bar Room brawl
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 07, 2008, 02:08:09 PM
GREEK, tell us more!!!!  (details?)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 07, 2008, 03:02:04 PM
Just go to this link



http://www.wboc.com/global/story.asp?s=9131140
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 07, 2008, 07:48:38 PM
I feel a bit of sadness for Salisbury and it's students, not for the people who are guilty of giving the college a negative mark.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 07, 2008, 08:14:51 PM
The American Coaches Poll dropped Muhlenberg to #6 this week read article here:
click : http://www.afca.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=9300&ATCLID=1598246 (http://www.afca.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=9300&ATCLID=1598246)

One thing you have to remember, if the Muhl's want to be noticed they must win on both sides of the line. Sure it is good to win a game, but defense must play a big role in shutting down the other team.

We want the Conference to have the recognition and so far it seems that Muhlenberg fits the bill. So if Muledaddy wants to have his boast, I will enjoy it. The rest of you can bust on him, I will enjoy the banter.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 07, 2008, 08:27:08 PM
It seems that the student newspaper wants turf at Ursinus's Patterson Field. When you get to the link just scroll down to the story.

click here: http://www.ursinus.edu/NetCommunity/Document.Doc?id=341 (http://www.ursinus.edu/NetCommunity/Document.Doc?id=341)



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 07, 2008, 08:52:52 PM


Old,

I share your feelings...a good Mule must play stubborn defense, against the pass, if the team is to

run with the big dogs......national ranking is earned, one game at a time.....Congrats to Wabash,,

for now
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 08, 2008, 09:11:34 AM
How can you bust on muledaddy ? He tells it like it is and backs it up....ok last week was a battle but they did what they had to do to win, good teams come back.
Muledaddy, keep your cell phone handy, i have a Family Wedding this saturday that i must attend and i will not be at the game this week against Juniata, so i will be checking in from time to time.
GO MULES !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 08, 2008, 10:33:16 AM
Old ends, I guess wanting Field turf and installing it are two different things. Ursinus, F & M and Juniata are the only three schools in the conference without it. I can tell you after sitting in monsoons watching several games this season, field turf is the way to go. In Ursinus' defense, they really have improved the entire school with all the new buildings/dorms/fitness center/field house etc over the last 7 to 10 years. It will be interesting to see if the school paper's article has any influence on the Administration.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on October 08, 2008, 12:28:13 PM
OK here it goes
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Hobart
Linfield

I will either gain some ground with these pics or not be able to come back! Come on upsets!  Let's go Phillies!!!!!
Title: Get Centennial Conference Scores on your Cell
Post by: commish on October 08, 2008, 05:06:52 PM
You can now get Centennial Conference football scores on your cell (or IM or on the web) with Twitter.  Sign up at http://www.twitter.com/centennialconf
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 08, 2008, 05:14:21 PM
Sounds cool but let's get your schools on board with getting scores promptly on D3football.com, too. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 08, 2008, 05:35:22 PM
guess-ems for 10/10 & 10/11
10/10
John Hopkins

10/11
Muhlenberg
Moravian
F & M

Bonus
Hobart

Fun Pick
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 08, 2008, 05:36:22 PM
Fun Pick
Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 08, 2008, 08:04:44 PM
Gents,

Global economic meltdown  continues, presidential debates are less than inspiring, but 1 beacon of light in the darkness emerges: its time for the Muledaddy picks of the week for a very special weekend:
1. Hopkins over Dickinson ((Homewood field on a Fri night in Oct, bouncing off a near upset;Kase rules.)
2. G'burg  over Moravian (defense holds;Flynn is in)
3.F & M overUrsinus (homefield advantage is just enough)
4.MULES over  Juniata (new kids on the block are up and coming, but not on MULEDADDY'S BIRTHDAY!!!
5. Hobart (beDeviling skills)
6.Whitworth...(Kemps make good Q-backs...3 generations and I am old enough to remember)Go Phillies!!!!!!
 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 08, 2008, 08:45:35 PM
Quote from: commish on October 08, 2008, 05:06:52 PM
You can now get Centennial Conference football scores on your cell (or IM or on the web) with Twitter.  Sign up at http://www.twitter.com/centennialconf

Steve the high tech stuff is good. Being an old timer my cell phone is off more that on.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 09, 2008, 10:40:23 AM
Chris Baldwin-John Hopkins getting into SI, check out link:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/scorecard/faces/2008/10/06/ (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/scorecard/faces/2008/10/06/)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on October 10, 2008, 08:39:51 AM
Picks

dickinson
mules
f&m
moravian

hobart
whitworth
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 10, 2008, 11:48:56 AM
Centennial Conference tailgate recipe has me hungry for lunch!

http://www.d3football.com/pressreleases.php?release=2513
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: splik on October 10, 2008, 12:42:40 PM
MuleDaddy - geez, you must be old if you remember watching Jack Kemp play football!!   Are you turning 103 on this birthay?! ;)
Just kidding, have a happy birthday though I will be cheering against your favorite team. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 10, 2008, 09:29:57 PM


Splik,

Some days it feels like a hundred and three...but its not quite that old. Thanks fore the birthday wishes.

Friday night update...4th qtr score from Baltimore....Hopkins 33-Dickinson 7....the upsets continue...

this is a very good football conference.....even Muledaddy is finding it difficult to keep up on who is better

than whom......g'nite and God Bless
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 11, 2008, 09:35:42 AM
Good morning mates,

Hopkins- Dickinson..one hell of a valiant 4th qtr try at comeback of the year......the magic foot of Alex

Lachman (46 yd FG with under 3 min left) saved the day for the Jays.How about that Andrew KASE,

240 yd, 3 tds and Muledaddy's featured player of the week(see my pick'em notes).

  How about them PHILLIES...fightin,fightin, fightin....Young Mules, there is a lesson to be learned here....

Keep your eye on the ball at all times....be prepared for the crazy bounces in your game and life..Go Mules
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 11, 2008, 07:17:38 PM

Splik,
The Eagles are a class team with a class coach. they are growing quickly and will pick up a couple more

wins, at least, before this season is over. I had the pleasure of briefly meeting a fine young man

who played every bit as hard as my own Mule, as well as his dad, a gentleman also. Juniata has

what it takes to make it in this league, character, guts, brains, class, and heart.

How about those BULLETS, team of the week in the Muledaddy U-pickems. Dragonslayers all the way.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 11, 2008, 08:49:19 PM


Mules,

Thank you for the best birthday gift a senior parent could want....a victory....Mule Train rolls on........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 12, 2008, 02:49:52 PM
10/10 -- 10/11 pick-em results

Muledaddy       4 - 1
Resrved Seat   3 - 2
BTEXPRESS      2 - 3
Coachchris       3 - 2
Heavy300         2 - 3
Old Ends          2 - 3

Congrats to muledaddy for picking the conference correctly

Overall:

Muledaddy        22 - 7 ( .759)
Old ends           20 - 9 ( .690)
BTEXPRESS       17 - 12 (.586)
Coachchris        18 - 11 (.621)
Reserved Seat  12 - 10 (.545)
Heavy300           2 - 3   ( .400)

Still anyone's to win

Made a mistake and had to correct it. so  it is a little mixed up. Sorry about that


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 12, 2008, 03:08:56 PM
The player's of the week are in:
Pat O'Conner - Dickinson, Andrew Case- Hopkins,James Gregory - F & M, and Charles Curcio - Getteysburg.

Gettysburg: http://www.eveningsun.com/localsports/ci_10700255 (http://www.eveningsun.com/localsports/ci_10700255)
F & M : http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/228648 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/228648)
Muhlenberg: http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-muhlenberg.6626665oct12,0,1251106.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-muhlenberg.6626665oct12,0,1251106.story)

enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 12, 2008, 03:22:04 PM
10/18 pick-ems

Muhlenberg    @   McDaniel
F & M              @   Moravian
Gettysburg     @   Juniata
John Hopkins  @   Ursinus

Bonus pick

Widner            @   Lebanon Valley

Fun pick

UW-Whitewater  @  UW-Oshkosh

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 12, 2008, 07:45:19 PM
SCORING OFFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  5   23  23   0   0   4   0  173  34.6
2. Gettysburg..........  6   28  23   0   0   2   0  197  32.8

SCORING DEFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall.  5    9   7   0   0   0   0   61  12.2
2. Muhlenberg..........  5   12  11   0   0   1   0   86  17.2

PASS OFFENSE             G   Att  Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds  Avg TD Yds/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Gettysburg..........  6   183  113   8  61.7 1676  9.2 10 279.3
2. Muhlenberg..........  5   123   79   1  64.2 1138  9.3 14 227.6

PASS DEFENSE             G   Att  Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds  Avg TD Yds/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall.  5   129   61   8  47.3  643  5.0  5 128.6
2. Juniata.............  6   148   83   3  56.1  871  5.9  7 145.2

RUSHING OFFENSE          G    Att   Yds   Avg  TD  Yds/G
--------------------------------------------------------
1. Moravian............  6    295  1323   4.5  13  220.5
2. Dickinson...........  6    290  1268   4.4  13  211.3

RUSHING DEFENSE          G  Rushes  Yards  Avg.  TD  Yds/G
----------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  5     156    442   2.8   7   88.4
2. Ursinus.............  5     173    491   2.8   6   98.2



TURNOVER MARGIN          G  Fum Int Tot Fum Int Tot Mar  Per/G
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  5    2  11  13   4   1   5  +8   1.60
   Franklin & Marshall.  5    7   8  15   1   6   7  +8   1.60
3. Moravian............  6   11   8  19   9   2  11  +8   1.33
9. Juniata.............  6    4   3   7   9   7  16  -9  -1.50


click here for more: http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm)







Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on October 13, 2008, 06:10:42 PM
Muhlenberg
Moravian
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Lebanon Valley
UW-Oshkosh
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 14, 2008, 07:58:50 AM
Good Morning All
I listen to the Pod-Cast every Monday Morning, i look foward to it every Monday Morning and you guys do a great job, but for some reason that i just can't understand is Salisbury and Wesley are mention every week, and thats really great for those schools but does anybody remember that Muhlenberg beat Salisbury last year and also gave Wesley a run for there money in the 2nd round of the NCAA's ? They went undefeated last year 10-0 and are 5-0 so far this year, they have been ranked 5th in Div.3 polls since the beginning of the season ! What does this team and the Conference have to do to get a little respect ???
I have heard for years that the Centennial Conference really isn't that strong but this team is beating teams outside the Conference, you guy's talked about on the Pod-Cast how good Union is this year.....Muhlenberg beat them this year.
I might be blowing off a little steam but i just think the facts are the facts, that this little old school just keeps beating teams and good teams at that..... and you guessed it.... not a mention.
You guys can rip me a new one if you like but i just think this had to be said and should be said.

GO MULES !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 14, 2008, 10:26:58 AM
Creek, have to agree with you. Yes other conferences might have that ONE team that can go far into the playoffs, but I really think the Centennial Conference is very well balanced this year. After seeing half of the schools in the conference play in person, this season, the schools have really improved their quality of play. Most of the schools have improved their facilities which can only help with future recruiting. I look at a school like Washington & Jefferson who seems to steamroll through their confernce every year, get a high seeding in the playoffs and then have something happen to them in the first or second round of the playoffs. I truly believe it is because their conference is pretty week overall. We just need one team, be it the Mules again this year to make some noise in the playoffs and maybe the Centennial will begin getting noticed on the National scene.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 14, 2008, 11:01:15 AM
Thanks for your response BT, i just had to get this off my chest .
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on October 14, 2008, 11:45:13 AM
I understand the concern and know that everyone wants their team/conference to get some love.

Since I have nothing to do with the Podcasts, I can only speculate, but I suspect that part of the reason Muhlenberg isn't getting mentioned as of late is because they're playing so well that things seem out of reach for everyone else in the conference (especially in a week where Junianta is the opponent).

The reference to Union was because Union surprised some people last week with a big win, and that's seeming to shake up the Liberty League race. For example, if JHU had beaten the Mules, the Centennial would probably be talked about a lot more on the national level because that would've opened up the race for the automatic qualifier. That's probably not the kind of publicity that the Mules or their fans would've wanted, but that's the kind of thing that gets the conference recognized and discussed and helps fuel playoff-picture discussions.

I do remember that the Muhlenberg/Johns Hopkins matchup was mentioned in the Podcast the week it took place, I think because it was a much closer game than people were expecting.

The other thing that hurts the conference is that no team besides Muhlenberg has fewer than two losses, which in this scenario, pretty much puts a Pool C bid out of reach for everyone. Of course, there is still some (unlikely?) shakeups that could occur, such as if F&M wins out, meaning they'd capture the AQ and leave the Mules with a likely Pool C bid. I guarantee there would be a good chunk of the Podcast dedicated to that if it would happen  ;)

I don't mean to play Devil's Advocate necessarily, but there are a lot of teams out there and a lot of juggling going on that can have some serious postseason implications. It's not a slight on the part of the D3Football front office, just an effort to weigh what races and games will have the most signifcant long-term affect this season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2008, 11:46:57 AM
Greekgeek: I think we talked about how Union put it together last week and upset somebody, how they were a couple plays away from being 3-1. They were not in the Muhlenberg game, of course. And we did mention Muhlenberg in the podcast when they played Union because that is an interesting matchup.

Salisbury and Wesley are important because they play a bunch of tough teams and they play each other. Muhlenberg's schedule isn't exactly setting them up to be important big news right now. What great non-conference games did Muhlenberg play? Who's the ranked team on Muhlenberg's schedule?

Muhlenberg is ranked very highly right now based on what they did last year. If you look at a computer ranking such as Massey which solely ranks on this year's resume, Muhlenberg is a lot further down: 19th once you take out the NESCAC schools that only play each other and skew the computers.

We already talk for about a half-hour every week. We don't mention every ranked team or else we could go on for hours. :)

Thanks for listening. We will definitely continue to keep an eye on the Mules, of course.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2008, 11:47:53 AM
Ryan and I were both writing at the same time. While I should have been editing Ryan's column. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2008, 11:48:10 AM
Yikes, or focusing on my day job. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on October 14, 2008, 11:52:18 AM
10/18 pick em

mules
moravian
gettysburg
hopkins

widner

whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on October 14, 2008, 11:56:21 AM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2008, 11:47:53 AM
Ryan and I were both writing at the same time. While I should have been editing Ryan's column. :)

Hahaha, busted ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 14, 2008, 11:56:52 AM
Ryan and Pat
I want to thank both of you for explanning a few things i didn't know, i hope you didn't think i was ripping either one of you ? What your reply tells me is i should do a little more research before i post anything like that again.
Thanks again.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 14, 2008, 12:10:05 PM
Ryan & Pat, Thanks for the well thought out responses to Creek. My personal point of view is that the whole conference is much improved top to bottom as evidenced by some of the scores this season. Maybe Creek and I are looking at it two different ways. For the past few seasons the Mules have been the torch barer for the conference. For a while, it looked like Moravian had a chance to go undefeated to set up a season ending show down with Muhlenberg which definitely would have had the D3 football world talking. Now that they have slipped some what,I think the fans of the conference would want the Mules to run the table to get the highest seed possible in the playoffs and hopefully the seeding committee would take last year's success in the playoffs into consideration when setting up the playoff brackets. Creek & Muledaddy, hang in there, because if the Mules run the table, you will get some "LOVIN'"
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2008, 12:12:49 PM
Quote from: greekgeek on October 14, 2008, 11:56:52 AM
Ryan and Pat
I want to thank both of you for explanning a few things i didn't know, i hope you didn't think i was ripping either one of you ? What your reply tells me is i should do a little more research before i post anything like that again.
Thanks again.

No, no big deal. That's why we're here. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 14, 2008, 12:24:15 PM
Here's my picks for the week

MUHLENBERG ( on a roll)
F &M ( have a feeling on this one)
GETTYSBURG ( strong offensive performance last week)
HOPKINS ( I am now a Kase fan)
WIDENER ( flipped a coin on this pick)
WHITEWATER ( Defending champ)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 14, 2008, 05:25:40 PM
The weekly update is below
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Click here: http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/1012.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/1012.pdf)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 14, 2008, 05:31:05 PM
Interesting article. Some of the things the new generation of D3 athletes have to worry about

http://phoenix.swarthmore.edu/2008/09/11/sports/changes-in-drug-testing-a-burden-for-diiiathletes (http://phoenix.swarthmore.edu/2008/09/11/sports/changes-in-drug-testing-a-burden-for-diiiathletes)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 14, 2008, 05:36:43 PM
greekgeek, here is something else to consider. Click below and read. This is something to also consider.

http://www.d3football.com/strength-of-schedule/2008 (http://www.d3football.com/strength-of-schedule/2008)

It boils down to this, as Muhlenberg wins, and the teams they have beaten keep losing, within the Conference and region. It is why the Centennial Conference only gets an AQ.  Just not strong enough yet.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 14, 2008, 08:55:40 PM

Old,
   the problem with polls is that sometimes they are based on inaccurate assumptions, I believe.
   For example, if the centenniel teams have improed to the point that any team can, and does, beat any other team, on any given, Saturday, there are more losses on the part of the Mules opponents than
there are on the part of other teams, like Cortland State.See the discussion of this issue in the Libeerty League  board today. In reality, Mules played more talented teams but, because those teams have been good enough to upset one another, as has reapeatedly been the case this year, Mules are
viewed as being equal or weaker than Cortland. Ha-ha...only time, real hard effort, and winning will,
hopefully, ultimately, get the whatever respect they MUST EARN....offense is ready..pass defense must improve..step it up boys..GO MULES !!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 14, 2008, 09:14:41 PM


  Greek,
               I believe the Mules will get as much attention as they earn on the national scene, if


they just take 1 game at a time, each week ,practicing like they are going to play their last game ever if

they lose, and play harder every Saturday from now until its over.........If they want to play in December, they must play in October like its November, etc,etc,etc..welcome back  after your week off..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on October 15, 2008, 11:25:23 AM
McDaniel has hit rock bottom.  The coach has lost his team and everyone should consider the program a lost cause until they fire Coach Keating.  Below is a quote from Coach Keating taken directly from the Carroll County Times...

"I'm 55 years old," he said. "What are they going to do? Fire me? I'd rather be on the Colorado River anyway or up in the mountains. If they do, they do. I've got a three-year contract. They'll pay for it. I'm not worried about that, to be honest."

For a coach to publicly say he'd rather be doing something else is a disgrace.  Honestly, they should fire him just for that quote, not to mention an all but certain 3rd straight losing season. 

I have personally heard from current and former players that he is a joke, he disrespects his players both in front of the team and in the media.  Current players have told me that he has completely lost the team.

Expect the Mules to roll in Westminster this Saturday, despite the Terror's historical 9-3 record vs. the Mules in Westminster.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on October 15, 2008, 11:48:34 AM
History is on the side of the Terror this week.

McDaniel has won 11 of the last 12 meetings with the Mules dating back to 1995 when the two squads tied.  The only loss being a 43-0 blow out last year. 

Expect a similar outcome this year....  Mules 56....Terror 3

Around the league...

Moravian over F&M
Gettysburg over Juniata
Hopkins over Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 15, 2008, 12:13:08 PM
Thanks for the heads-up on the Carroll County Times piece. Added it to the What We're Reading box on the front page.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on October 15, 2008, 12:30:44 PM
As a former teammate of Terrorizer and minion of Keating, I am in total agreement with him. 
This is NOT the type of news that a Centennial team needs on the FRONT PAGE of D3football.com; moreso not the type of news that a head coach would want on the front page.  Mules will without a doubt hand it to the Terror in saturday's meeting, regardless of history.  I would love to see the Mules play this year, however my only D3 game, sadly, will be McDaniels homecoming contest in early November.  Good luck to all CC teams this week!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on October 15, 2008, 12:37:10 PM
In regards to Keatings quote, i'd like to ask the fathers out there (obviously MuleDaddy) how you would react if you read similar quotes from your son's HEAD coach...or just any thoughts on the situation.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 15, 2008, 06:27:43 PM

DT and Terrorizer,

I read the quotes from Coach Keating and they make me both sad and angry, as a parent of a D3

kid.I know the kids on that team care, and will fight their hardest, on Saturday .I only hope the

Mules are ready for a battle. TJ,  Zwilsky, Weinrich and all the others beat Dickinson, a very good team.

This is a big game for both teams. I thank God for the head coach at Muhlenberg, and his staff.GO MULES!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on October 15, 2008, 06:44:32 PM
terrorizer and others, WOW, did he really say that?  that is a shame for the kids.  i am not sure what i would tell my son if he had to deal with that type of attitude, it is tough to just change colleges especially if you are a junior or senior.  like muledaddy, i am glad for the head coach at wesley and how he handles things, not always agree with the decisions but never question the intent which is to do what is best for the team in his mind.  good luck to the players and i hope that the college rectifies the situation.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 15, 2008, 06:52:01 PM
AFCA has the Mules back up to #5

Click here; http://www.afca.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=9300&ATCLID=1603110 (http://www.afca.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=9300&ATCLID=1603110)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 15, 2008, 06:56:36 PM
Picks for 10/18

Muhlenberg-- well!!!
Moravian--- Do not see them losing at home.
Gettysburg-- getting stronger every week
Hopkins--Andrew Kase and company roll into Collegeville.
Lebanon Valley--Strong at home

Fun Pick-- Whitewater all the way.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 15, 2008, 07:19:58 PM
The ECAC has Muhlenberg #1
just scroll down to see rankings and enjoy the rest of the stuff plus players of the week.

Click here:http://www.ecacsports.com/landing/index (http://www.ecacsports.com/landing/index)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 16, 2008, 10:08:15 PM
Mates,
              It's time, and its not easy, since this conference is one of the most improved and competitve

in all the Land, upsets being the rule, rather than the exception, some weeks, but not this one:
1. Mules break the Westminster curse, beating the Terror, thank God;
2 Hopkins destroys Ursinus, showing they really are a serious no. 2 contender;
3. Hounds   over Dips, a really good improving team with explosive potential;watch the kickers
4G,Burg keeps the caisssons rolling over Juniata
5.Leb  Val              over Widener, just because its a home game...
6.Whitewater, because warhawks deserve respect...........
note........the above picks represent a conservative deviation by Muledaddy, who is exhaausted from
staying up late cheering for PHILLIES........GO MULES!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 17, 2008, 07:50:27 AM
We have made it to 100 pages of post. Glad to see this board getting active.
keep it going.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on October 17, 2008, 01:26:17 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 15, 2008, 12:13:08 PM
Thanks for the heads-up on the Carroll County Times piece. Added it to the What We're Reading box on the front page.

Pat,

WOW
How many times have you seen a coach from Division 3 say that publicly in an article??

Coaching Keating's bio said he has one more child left at McDaniel in their senior year.  I'm purely speculating, but he wouldn't need the free tuition once the school year is over, right?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 17, 2008, 01:45:38 PM
10/18 guess-ems

Muhlenberg
F & M
Gettysburg
John Hopkins

Bonus pick--Lebanon Valley

Fun pick--UW-Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 17, 2008, 05:58:41 PM

Mates,
Just landed in Western Maryland, home of the McDaniel Green Terror. There is a rather large slow, and annoying green fly in our  room, a likely source of terro to Mrs. Muledaddy; however, I am not terrorized, and don,t expect to be so. Maybe it was the jungle combat training of many years ago, or, more likely,
a vacation trip to the rainforest last year.If I could sing, it would be this verse of Mule Train(1949 frankie laine hit).....Muletrain,yeah,yeah.
                   Muletrain;clippety clopping along the mountain chain.
                    Seems as though they are gonna   reach the top,
                     clippety- clop,clippety clop....."
(I guess we will just  have to see if the song holds true, tomorrow.

I guess I hav e to go find a crabcake or 2, according to the boss
;time for dinner.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 17, 2008, 07:32:38 PM

Mates,
on the cable tv here is  mule competition pulling sleds with weight on them, working in pairs.
It  reminds at me of our 300 lb offensive line running downhill....I hope our mules can pull tomorrow so
we can find a little running room and some protection for our little guys........this is pretty country, rolling foothills of the mountains and beautiful farmlands......nice for mule grazing....GO MULES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on October 18, 2008, 06:51:56 AM
McDaniel is actually in the North Central portion of the state - 156 miles to Ocean City at the Eastern end of the state, 162 miles to Friendsville at the left edge of the state (24 miles to Gettysburg). The Western Maryland moniker came from John Smith, the first president of the board of trustees, who owned the Western Maryland railroad and stamped its name on the place Fayette Buell founded in 1867.

This explains much of the rationale behind the name change and the red caboose (stamped 1867) in the southwest end zone. The misconception is that the name change was because of a wealthy donor, which William R. McDaniel was not (he was long dead when the College took his name). The irony is that the original name - assumed to be geographical in nature - was actually the one that was a result of money changing hands.

Enough with the history lesson, my point is this: Do yourself a favor - have breakfast at Baugher's counter this morning (just down the hill from the field). Don't get there too early or the home fries will be undercooked.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 18, 2008, 07:35:38 AM
Pizza,

Thanks.I didn't know from nuttin and now I could give a tour. Really, you are great. I accidentally found baugher's family rstaurant and produce stand (worlds best cider) last night and had dinner there,
instead of the glossy ad tourist trap Mrs MD wanted to travel to in town.......Yahoo...I can't wait to go back this am for breakfast, but last night's special, oysters, when eaten with corn fritters and stewed fresh tomatoes, followed by home made pie with homemade ice crem on it, makes me wish  I made the trip 2 yrs ago,, when my little Mule did not because he was an injured sophmore who didn't travel that week only.
coughed up big bucks for the name change to McDaniel, ala Ro), wan College (Glassboro/ and so many
others.Desparation and dollars breed whores. Finally, the Green Terror, the fly, is still here and winning in an epic struggle with Mrs MD..........GO MULES !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 18, 2008, 10:04:22 PM

Old,

  Nice picks. Some good games out there,,,dips nearly did it....eagles almost got the burg, ursinus hung in pretty well for will over a half.........and how about the Terror scoring first on the Mules(answered by 49 consecutive points, with 1st teaam reesting during the entire 4th qtr).......Mules seem to be improving their
pass coverage, a key for any type of playofff sucess...how about that Dutchmen-Pride game, an OT
thriller..........as predicted, the kicker was the difference in the hound survival.......Thank you for your
continued fine dedication and service to this branch of the d3 nation......keep pickin......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 19, 2008, 04:03:01 PM
Results of 10/18 pick-em

Muledaddy            5  -  0
Old ends               5  -  0
Terrorizer24          4  -  0
coachchris            4  -  1
BTEEXPRESS         4  -  1
Reserved Seat      4  -  1
Heavy300             4  -  1

Overall

Muledaddy            27  -  7 ( ,794)
Old ends               25  -  9 ( .735)
coachchris            22  - 12 (.647)
BTEXPRESS         21  - 13 ( .618)
Heavy300             6    -  4  ( .600)
Reserved Seat     16   - 11 ( .593)
Terrorizer 24         4  -   0

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 19, 2008, 04:09:06 PM
Articles about Sat's games

McDaniel: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/10/19/sports/asports101908.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/10/19/sports/asports101908.txt)
Moraivan: http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/122438916536250.xml&coll=3 (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/122438916536250.xml&coll=3)
Juniata: http://altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/512284.html?nav=751 (http://altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/512284.html?nav=751)
Ursinus: http://www.ursinus.edu/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=366&srcid=1038 (http://www.ursinus.edu/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=366&srcid=1038)

Always like to get the home teams papers.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 19, 2008, 04:15:47 PM
Stat leaders:

SCORING OFFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  6   30  30   0   0   4   0  222  37.0
2. Gettysburg..........  7   31  26   0   0   3   0  221  31.6

SCORING DEFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall.  6   11   9   0   0   3   0   84  14.0
2. Muhlenberg..........  6   13  11   0   0   1   0   92  15.3

PASS OFFENSE             G   Att  Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds  Avg TD Yds/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Gettysburg..........  7   208  124   9  59.6 1841  8.9 10 263.0
2. Muhlenberg..........  6   148   91   3  61.5 1293  8.7 16 215.5

PASS DEFENSE             G   Att  Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds  Avg TD Yds/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall.  6   160   74   9  46.3  776  4.8  5 129.3
2. Juniata.............  7   173   94   4  54.3 1036  6.0  7 148.0

                         |--Gained--||---Lost---|
TURNOVER MARGIN          G  Fum Int Tot Fum Int Tot Mar  Per/G
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Moravian............  7   12  10  22   9   3  12 +10   1.43
2. Muhlenberg..........  6    3  12  15   4   3   7  +8   1.33
8. Gettysburg..........  7    6   4  10   7   9  16  -6  -0.86
9. Juniata.............  7    5   4   9  10   7  17  -8  -1.14     

2008 Centennial Conference Football Individual Statistics Through games of Oct 19, 2008


RUSHING                 Team Cl  G  Att  Yds   Avg TD Long Yds/G
----------------------------------------------------------------
1. John DeLuca......... MUHL SR  6  179  936   5.2  8   72 156.0
2. Andrew Kase......... JHU  JR  7  202  971   4.8 11   32 138.7


PASSING AVG/GAME        Team Cl  G Att Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds TD Avg/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Matt Flynn.......... GC   JR  7 204 120   9  58.8 1769  9 252.7
2. Eric Santagato...... MUHL SR  6 137  87   2  63.5 1254 16 209.0

TOTAL OFFENSE           Team Cl  G Rush Pass Plays Total Yds/G
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Matt Flynn.......... GC   JR  7  206 1769   264  1975 282.1
2. Ian Mitchell........ DC   JR  6  355 1134   217  1489 248.2

The rest can be viewed here: http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm)





                   


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 19, 2008, 04:27:44 PM
Pick-ems for 10/25

Gettysburg            @    Dickinson
F & M                   @     Muhlenberg
Moravian               @    Juniata
McDaniel               @    Ursinus
Bonus
Wilkes                   @   Albright

Fun
No Central ( 6-0) @ Wheaton (6-0)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 20, 2008, 10:06:37 AM
Good things come-to those who wait.
GO-MULES !
Enough said !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 20, 2008, 01:33:45 PM
Well, I am running out of time to make a run at the top.

DICKINSON over G'burg( Should be an offensive shoot out)
MUHLENBERG over F &M (The Mules just roll on)
MORAVIAN over Juniatia ( Would not be surprised if the Eagles pull it off)
URSINUS over McDaniel
ALBRIGHT over Wilkes
WHEATON over No Central
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 20, 2008, 08:40:58 PM
congrats to:
John DeLuca - Muhlenberg  Offensive player of the week
Brad Bodine - Moraian  Defensive player of the week
Brian Reckenbeil- Moravian - Special team player of the week

Rest of the release:
Click Here; http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/1019.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/1019.pdf)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 20, 2008, 08:44:52 PM
Some of Muhlenberg's & F & M players getting press from thier home towns
http://www.phoenixvillenews.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=20169769&BRD=1673&PAG=461&dept_id=17914&rfi=6 (http://www.phoenixvillenews.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=20169769&BRD=1673&PAG=461&dept_id=17914&rfi=6)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 20, 2008, 08:56:00 PM
here is something..... Since Muhlenberg is leading the conference and ranked in the top 10 (5)... this link will show you how they compare with other DIV III teams both in conference and the nation.
http://web1.ncaa.org/football/exec/rankingSummary?year=2008&org=453 (http://web1.ncaa.org/football/exec/rankingSummary?year=2008&org=453)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on October 21, 2008, 07:05:22 AM
10/25 pick em's

Dickinson
Muhlenberg
Moravian
Ursinus
Albright

Wheaton
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on October 21, 2008, 02:46:59 PM
10/25 Picks

Mules
Devils
Bears
'hounds


Almost hit last weeks Mules v. Terror score on the nose.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 21, 2008, 03:42:25 PM
Hey yo, any chance that the PHILLIES could get some love against the Ray's tomorrow ?!?! and keep that love going for The Mules against F and M saturday !

GO MULES

GO PHILLIES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 21, 2008, 04:02:25 PM
Hey Muledaddy, How do the Mules like  their new turf field? I know they were scrambling to finish the field before the first game. I really haven't heard any comments from you on how it is working out from the OLD CARPET.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 21, 2008, 06:46:48 PM

  BT,
         It is a great playing surface, the very best out there...NFL quality. It is not as fast for us as the old carpet, where we probably had a light home advantage based on the playing surface and our familiarity
with it. So far, so good, with fewer injuries, great drainage(the Hurricane game didn't even challenge the turf and drains when we played Wilkes on opening night). Our kids like it, as do their opponents. Overall,
it was a good move, but it sure produced a lot of angst about getting it done in time.
I would like to see how it plays this week, withe conference leading defense against the conference leading offense, and rain in the forecast for Saturday.This conference is getting more interesting by the
week, it truley being my belief that anyone can beat anyone on any given Saturday.D3 is addicting,
and the CC is quickly climbing in regional and national respect.I hope for a playoff on the new surface.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 21, 2008, 08:25:33 PM
Terrorizer24---- you did not complete the picks.

wilkes at albright

let me know

and please I am 69 years  old please use the schools name not thier nickname.

thank you in advance
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 22, 2008, 08:56:43 AM
The AFCA Polls have Muhlenberg 4th this week, up 1 notch from last week


Rank School (1st votes)  Rec.  Pts.  Prev.  Last Week Next Game
1. Mount Union (Ohio) (30) 6-0 990 1 D. Heidelberg (Ohio), 49-0 Oct. 25 at Wilmington (Ohio) 
2. Wis.-Whitewater (10) 6-0 968 2 D. Wis.-Oshkosh, 44-3 Oct. 25 vs. Wis.-Stevens Point
3. Mary Hardin-Baylor (Texas)  6-0  912  3  D. Mississippi College, 26-14  Oct. 25 at Southern Oregon
4. Muhlenberg (Pa.)  7-0  821  5  D. McDaniel (Md.), 49-6  Oct. 25 vs. Franklin & Marshall (Pa.) 
5. Wabash (Ind.)  6-0  818  4  D. Wittenberg (Ohio), 13-10  Oct. 25 vs. Wooster (Ohio) 
6. North Central (Ill.)  6-0  779  6  D. Carthage (Wis.), 31-24  Oct. 25 at No. 7 Wheaton (Ill.) 
7. Wheaton (Ill.)  6-0  767  7  D. Millikin (Ill.), 37-15  Oct. 25 vs. No. 6 North Central (Ill.) 
8. Washington & Jefferson (Pa.)  6-0  718  8  D. St. Vincent (Pa.), 72-20  Oct. 25 vs. Westminster (Pa.) 
9. Cortland St. (N.Y.)  6-0  671  9  D. Western Connecticut, 41-14  Oct. 25 vs. William Paterson (N.J.) 
10. Millsaps (Miss.)  7-0  630  10  D. Sewanee (Tenn.), 38-17  Nov. 1 at No. 11 Trinity (Texas) 
11. Trinity (Texas)  6-0  594  11t  D. DePauw (Ind.), 45-32  Oct. 25 at Sewanee (Tenn.) 
12. Case Western (Ohio)  6-0  518  13  D. Ohio Wesleyan, 35-7  Oct. 25 at Hiram (Ohio) 
13.  Hardin-Simmons (Texas)  6-1  507  15  D. Howard Payne (Texas), 60-13  Oct. 25 vs. Sul Ross St. (Texas) 
14.  Wesley (Del.)  4-1  478  14  D. Newport News (Va.), 48-0  Oct. 25 at Webber International (Fla.) 
15.  Willamette (Ore.)  7-0  463  16  D. Pacific Lutheran (Wash.), 45-18  Oct. 25 at No. 25 Linfield (Ore.) 
16.  Salisbury (Md.)  6-1  330  19  D. Lake Erie (Ohio), 39-15  Oct. 25 at Becker (Maine) 
17.  Hampden-Sydney (Va.)  7-0  329  20  D. Washington & Lee (Va.), 39-29  Oct. 25 vs. Catholic (D.C.) 
18.  Otterbein (Ohio)  6-0  315  21  D. Wilmington (Ohio), 30-14  Oct. 25 at Capital (Ohio) 
19.  Occidental (Calif.)  5-0  241  22  D. Chapman (Calif.), 31-28  Oct. 25 at LaVerne (Calif.) 
20.  Monmouth (Ill.)  7-0  202  23  D. Ripon (Wis.), 38-35  Oct. 25 vs. Lake Forest (Ill.) 
21.  Curry (Mass.)  7-0  156  25  D. Endicott (Mass.), 46-27  Oct. 25 at Plymouth St. (N.H.) 
22.  Rensselaer (N.Y.)  5-0  114  NR  D. Susquehanna (Pa.), 35-14  Oct. 25 at St. Lawrence (N.Y.) 
23.  Ithaca (N.Y.)  5-1  98  NR  D. Frostburg St. (Md.), 51-24  Oct. 25 vs. Utica (N.Y.) 
24.  Wis.-Eau Claire  5-2  76  11t  Lost to Wis.-River Falls, 27-19  Oct. 25 at Wis.-Platteville
25.  Linfield (Ore.)  4-1  75  NR  D. Lewis & Clark (Ore.), 55-7  Oct. 25 vs. No. 15 Willamette (Ore.) 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on October 22, 2008, 10:48:36 AM
Old Ends-

Why are we picking games outside of the CC?

I'll Take Albright regardless.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 22, 2008, 01:31:34 PM
Looking at the extended weather forecast for Saturday, ik looks like most of the conference games will experience the WET STUFF again, although not the down pours like some of the games this season. How much does the weather effect football games or is it over rated? I know the weather played a huge part in McDaniel's win over Dickinson earlier this season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 22, 2008, 01:35:39 PM
BT, the rain isn't supposed to hit up in Allentown until late afternoon or early evening on saturday, so the Mules should be in great shape and so should the field.

GO MULES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 22, 2008, 04:45:13 PM
The new turf fields are the way to go, in the rainy weather, although the old school in me misses seeing the players coming off of the field covered with mud and chunks of grass hanging from their face masks. I bet the student managers who wash the uniforms love the new turf as well. HA HA
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 22, 2008, 05:11:46 PM
terrorizer24

Since the conference has 9 teams, of which only 8 can play during the conference schedule. Just thought it would be nice if we had a extra pick from other conferences, which we could meet up with some where. It also make one look to other places to see how the teams I pick are doing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 22, 2008, 08:15:50 PM
Saturdays game F & M at Muhlenberg is going to be a good one. Just look at these stats

http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML (http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML)

some of these are close between the two.

See where your team ranks against the nation.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 22, 2008, 08:28:01 PM
Muledaddy

do not get upset but the lambert poll has put cortland at #1 the Mules #2

click here: http://www.ecacsports.com/landing/index (http://www.ecacsports.com/landing/index)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 22, 2008, 08:36:08 PM
Old,

The guys who vote on the Lambert are the same folks who picked the Mets to go to the World Series.

     GO PHILLIES !!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 22, 2008, 09:22:13 PM

Old,

   This saturday will be a great game in Allentown. I am glad we are playing in the Mule's pasture.

The top offense and the top defense meet...something has to give.....I'm not a bettting  man, but I have a hunch it will be the Dips, no matter how hard they fight and I expect nothing short of a 110 per cent
effort from them. It's just not going to be enough to stop the focxus, the power, the courage and the committment off the Mule Train, a force with momentum, and a very rapidly improving defense.
That's how this jackass sees it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 23, 2008, 07:18:29 AM
Old
10-0 last year, 6-0 so far this year....Still no respect......I might not be the driver of this Mule Train but i'm sure am enjoying the ride....the 300 Level ( o-line ) will wear down any D-line.

GO MULES !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 23, 2008, 04:51:43 PM
Mates,
I am either senile,silly, or just rambunctious this week,hence the following; the Lord never loved a coward:
1.Gettysburg over dickinson (amazing return of the Little Brown Bucket to G,Burg)
2.Moravian over Juniata (closer than you think)
3. McDaniel over Ursinus (a shocker, except to T.J. and Zwilsky..(33 carries wins)
4.Mules over F and M (because its Allentown, not just any ordinary place....Billy Joel knew..."and they are closing all the factories down"
5. Wilkes upsets Albright
6...Wheaton over North Central (and then there was 1)

GO MULES!!!   go PHILLIES.....again.. (allentown farm team)Lehigh Valley  Iron Pig Brett Myers kicks it..like a Mule
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 23, 2008, 05:37:03 PM
Guess-ems for 10/25

Dickinson
F & M
Moravian
Ursinus

Bonus--Albright

Fun--Wheaton (6-0)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 23, 2008, 09:30:30 PM


Old,
,
Your computer simulaition match site says Mules win 23 of 25 meetings with Dips...seems about right.I

figure the Dips win during a blizzard in Lancaster and during an electrical storm
, both resulting in Mules being disabled...i.e. blinded or electrified......aint happenin on 10/25...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 23, 2008, 10:05:26 PM
Great humorist replies from all. Guess-ems.. Come on reserved--it's just your getting ready for basketball.
Mule- just keep your day job... last comic standing not quite ready for you.

picks 10/25

Dickinson--week off--home field
Mulhlenberg--this is a tough one but going with the homer here.. will be wet.
Moravian-- wet field ground game
Ursinus-- will get a win this week in a mud bowl
Albright-- lions rip apart the colonel's

Wheaton-- again going with the homer

good luck to all
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 23, 2008, 10:11:21 PM
As muledaddy stated about the Getteysbyrg- Dickinson match-up. Article about the old bucket.

click here: http://blog.pennlive.com/patriotnewssports/2008/10/gettysburg_at_dickinson_matchu.html (http://blog.pennlive.com/patriotnewssports/2008/10/gettysburg_at_dickinson_matchu.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on October 23, 2008, 11:34:06 PM
Gettysburg
F&M
Moravian
Ursinus
Albright
Wheaton
We will see!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 24, 2008, 09:19:18 AM
lot of different picks, some calling for upsets. Good weekend to watch pod cast and live updates. Us old timers do not like getting soaked. Those with gentlemen playing this weekend.... try and stay dry
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 24, 2008, 02:33:26 PM
OLD, this could be the third time this season I have sat in the rain watching games. I am with you, it takes away from the fun and the atmosphere of a good old college game when you have to deal with the elements. There is nothing like watching a game on a nice SUNNY fall Saturday, but the wet stuff leaves a lot to be desired plus it could effect a few big plays one way or another as well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 24, 2008, 07:10:34 PM
Mates,
      Come one, come all.It's the greatest crossed-species show on earth. It's not a horse, it's not a

donkey, it 's the 2008 version of the GREATEST SHOW ON TURF.......THE MULES.......feats of strength

from a 300 lb offensive line), precision flight(Santagato passing ), unstoppable running ability (J DeLuca).

Saturday Only, the Diplomats of Lancaster (a town mourning the loss of Armstrong linoleum), will be

special guests, invited to not only witness, but also participate in the above incredible exhibition.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2008, 03:57:09 PM
Juniata and Moravian are in ot  14 -14

Has to be a great game
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2008, 04:02:22 PM
Moravian has blocked a field goal attempt by Juniata.


Dickinson has won the old bucket
Muhlenberg wins
Ursinus wins


Albright wins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2008, 04:05:35 PM
Moravian has missed a field goal.

Juniata's ball
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2008, 04:11:14 PM
Moravian has kicked a field goal... Juniata has to score or game over.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2008, 04:15:03 PM
Juniata makes a field goal-- tied 17-17
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2008, 04:19:16 PM
Some box scores:

Score by Quarters     1  2  3  4   Score
-----------------    -- -- -- --   -----
Gettysburg College..  0  3  0 13  - 16       Record: (3-5,3-3)
Dickinson College...  3  7  3 16  - 29       Record: (4-3,3-3)

Score by Quarters     1  2  3  4   Score
-----------------    -- -- -- --   -----
Franklin & Marshall.  0  6  0  0  -  6
Muhlenberg..........  0  7  7  3  - 17

  1st 2nd 3rd 4th Total
McDaniel  0 7 0 0 7
Ursinus  0 3 0 23 26





Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2008, 04:25:43 PM
Moravian gets a TD and wins 23 -17 over Juniata.

what a game
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2008, 04:37:08 PM
Results for 10/25

BTEXPRESS              5 - 0
Terrorizer24             5 - 0
Heavy300                5 - 0
Old ends                  5 - 0
Reserved Seat          4 - 1
coachchris                3 - 2
Muledaddy               2 - 3

Overall

Terrorizer24             9 - 0 ( 1.000)
Old Ends                 30 - 9 ( .769)
Muledaddy              29 - 10 ( .744)
Heavy300               11 - 4  ( .733)
BTEXPRESS             26 - 13 ( .667)
coachchris              25 - 14 ( . 641)
Reserved Seat         20 - 12 ( .625)

Congrats to all for calling the 5 - 0 this week.
Hats off to Terrorizer--past two weeks 9-0 ( call your bookie)

Good luck to all next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 25, 2008, 08:03:46 PM
Mates,

A public apology is in order....next week I will pick with my head, not with my heart.......it was just a crazy mixed up week.........YIKES.....I shall return.......after I dry out...it was particularly nasty weather in Allentown........the 20-30 winds with the torrential rain made for a hell of a challenge...even Muledaddy made the injury list...when he jumped up too fast to help Katz 42 yd field goal clear the crossbar...pulled a groin muscle..
who would have thought it would be that kind of week....looking forward to a better showing next week..

                                                Respectfully yours,

                                                MD
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 26, 2008, 11:55:48 AM
A SEARCH FOR THE TRUTH
The CC rep, the Mules, were nos. 5/4 in the D3/AFCA polls last week.

Guess what....nos.  2,3,4 in the D3 poll lost yesterday, and the Mules won in a driving rain and swirling wind. Does the CC get any respect tomorrow and tuesday, when  new polls come out or not?
The Mules, and the new, improved, and extremely competitive CC, give real meaning to the saying "any given Saturday".

One need only look at the many upsets and near upsets week in and week out to see the level of play

in this conference is better than most and deserves better recognition on both regional and national

levels. Let's fight it out among ourselves, but unify on the truth...we are not going to take a backseat to

any conference or any team. GO CC...scholar-athletes who can really play the game.................
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 26, 2008, 08:30:49 PM
sorry I did not get to post these sooner, but made a road trip with the wife to DC today.

Here is what the local papers say:
McDaniel: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/10/26/sports/bsports102608.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/10/26/sports/bsports102608.txt)
Muhlenberg: http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-muhlenberg.6645909oct26,0,2758441.story?track=rss (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-muhlenberg.6645909oct26,0,2758441.story?track=rss)
Juniata: http://www.altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/512582.html?nav=751 (http://www.altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/512582.html?nav=751)
Dickinson:
http://www.pennlive.com/sports/patriotnews/college/index.ssf?/base/sports/122498612332470.xml&coll=1 (http://www.pennlive.com/sports/patriotnews/college/index.ssf?/base/sports/122498612332470.xml&coll=1)

Ursinus, being in the Phila market, does not get much home press. Therefore the team they play at home is where I go for the articles.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 26, 2008, 08:39:11 PM
Here are the stats leaders.
SCORING OFFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  7   32  32   0   0   5   0  239  34.1
2. Gettysburg..........  8   33  27   0   0   4   0  237  29.6
3. Johns Hopkins.......  7   27  23   1   0   6   0  205  29.3

SCORING DEFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  7   14  11   0   0   1   0   98  14.0
2. Franklin & Marshall.  7   13  11   0   0   4   0  101  14.4

RUSHING OFFENSE          G    Att   Yds   Avg  TD  Yds/G
--------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  7    323  1528   4.7  15  218.3
2. Dickinson...........  7    337  1471   4.4  14  210.1

RUSHING DEFENSE          G  Rushes  Yards  Avg.  TD  Yds/G
----------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  7     220    693   3.2   9   99.0
2. Ursinus.............  7     249    749   3.0   8  107.0

RED ZONE OFFENSE         G  RedZone Percent TDs  R/P  FG-AT Fumb/Int/Downs/Other
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  7   25-28     89.3  20 12/8   5-5     0/  2/  1/  0
2. Johns Hopkins.......  7   20-25     80.0  15 11/4   5-6     1/  2/  1/  0

RED ZONE DEFENSE         G  RedZone Percent TDs  R/P  FG-AT Fumb/Int/Downs/Other
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Juniata.............  8   21-35     60.0  16 12/4   5-13    0/  1/  4/  1
2. Dickinson...........  7   16-26     61.5  13  7/6   3-7     0/  3/  3/  0


enjoy





Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 26, 2008, 08:43:31 PM
Just so you all know.. we all missed the fun pick. No Central won 44 - 21 over Wheaton

Muledaddy--- just because teams above the Muhls lost may not mean the will move north to far.

Remember there is a lot more thought then who won and who lost..


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 26, 2008, 09:41:58 PM
11/1/2008 pick-em's
Muhlenberg    @   Dickinson
McDaniel         @   F & M
Juniata           @   John Hopkins
Ursinus          @   Moravian

Bonus
Wesley         @   Salisbury

Fun pick
Washington & Jefferson ( 7-0 ) at Thomas More ( 6 - 1 )
Pac Conference game.

Good luck
enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on October 27, 2008, 10:22:59 AM
11/1 pick ems

dickinson
f&m
hopkins
moravian
wesley

washington & jefferson
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on October 27, 2008, 03:25:46 PM
Muhlenburg
F&M
Hopkins
Moravian

Salisbury

W&J

Looking to stay perfect on the year, despite my late arrival to the pick 'ems contest.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 27, 2008, 03:39:06 PM
Running out of time to make my move to the top.

DICKINSON over Muhlenberg ( picking with my heart on this one, it's the Devils homecoming)
F & M over McDaniel ( The Terrior seem to have packed it in)
HOPKINS over Juniata ( Their record doesn't show it but the Eagles are much improved)
MORAVIAN over Ursinus ( Hounds rebound from last week's scare)
WESLEY over Salisbury ( toss up game)

Bonus:
W & J over Thomas Moore ( The Presidents just don't lose in their conference)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 27, 2008, 03:52:58 PM
Heavy & B T
Keep picking against Muhlenberg, i guess you are using reverse psychology
Muledaddy
hows the back ?

GO MULES !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 27, 2008, 04:26:39 PM
Greek, I have seen every Dickinson game this season and I think if any team can pick off the Mules, it's the Red Devils who easily could be going into this game undefeated with a little luck in their three losses this year. Their Defense has been playing great and the Mitchell to O'Connor combination is for real. Throw in the fact that it's Family Day and Homecoming and the stage is set. They certainly are not going to roll over just because the Mule train is coming to town They are also undefeated at home this season on the renovated Biddle Field. The pressure is all on the Mules to run the table. Dickinson has nothing to lose. and will come prepared to play.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 27, 2008, 05:08:46 PM

BT,

You just don't get it.Mules are road warriors and just keep  holding the line, a game at a time. It
doesn't matter to the Mules if its President's day, Thanksgiving or Homecoming in Carlisle. It's just
another game...every game is a big game...we just keep pulling the line...workin...and workin...and workin
..the Devils are a swell team and Coach Breaux is an old pro...But the Duke's got the whip, and he's
never cracked it better....let the Devils take their best shot....every team does......and we keep workin...and take care of business.....end of story.........GO MULES!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 27, 2008, 05:50:32 PM
Picks for 11/1....on the money..take it to the bank

1. MULES kick Devils (till hell freezes over)
2. F and M beats on McDaniel (Dips are getting stronger each week)
3.Hopkins over Juniata (2 class teams..1 strong Kase)
4.Moravian beats Ursinus (home team workout)
5.Wesley over Gulls (sets up November rematch with MULES, a game to die for)
6.Wash and Jeff over St. Thomas (not a prayer)

GO PHILLIES.....GO MULES.....YOU GOTTA BELIEVE!!!!!!!!

Greek...Muledaddy is healing well...probable for Saturday.....updated injury report later

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 27, 2008, 07:31:14 PM
11/1/2008 guess-ems
Muhlenberg
F & M
John Hopkins
Moravian

Bonus--Wesley

Fun pick--Washington & Jefferson
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 27, 2008, 08:13:04 PM
Mark Jaskowski -- Ursinus  Offensive player of the week
Carl Robinson -- Moravian Defensive player of the week
Gordon Craig -- Dickinson & David Mazzola-- Muhlenberg
CO special team players of the week

Read the rest click below
http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/1026.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/1026.pdf)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 27, 2008, 08:39:47 PM
Picks for 11/1


Dickinson-- The Devils have beaten 4 teams with winning records while Muhlenberg has only beaten 1. All of the Mules wins were against losing record teams. And Dickinson is home

F & M-- Homer pick
Hopkins--The only team with a winning record the Mules have beaten
Moravian--must recover from Juniata and will take it out against the Bears
Salisbury -- Going with the home dog again
W & J -- just stronger

The winning record for Muhlenberg looks good on paper but the fact that teams they have beaten are not winning hurts them on the same paper.

It is not that Centennial is a week conference it just that the teams out of conference, for Muhlenberg, are not helping them.
Wilkes  2 - 5, Alfred 3 - 3, non conference,

Gettysburg 3-5, Juniata 1 - 7, McDaniel 2 - 5, F & M 3 - 4. conference
Of the games left Dickinson and Moravian are the only two left that have winning records and that could change.

I am hoping that Muhlenberg keeps winning, but I think Dickinson and Moravian may be two possible stumbling blocks for thier program. Only the team's Victories could prove me wrong.


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 27, 2008, 09:04:38 PM
Old,

thanks for your devil pick...I get back on top  in the pickems...seriously, can we bet a dinner on this game,

Mrs Old and Mrs Muledaddy also being invited....mutually convenient location to be determined, ad well as date......the Mules don't make up the conference schedule...we just play'em as we find 'em and work...
and take care of business...
and work...ask Johns Hopkins who is better.....Mules or Devils...I already know the answer...and no one
has greater respect for the coach, the qb and the wr of the devils, except the new, improved Mule defense ;also,
I will let you in on a secret...Moravian isn't as strong as we first thought....but they are not bad.....


 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 27, 2008, 09:14:21 PM
Just remember Mule, I look at the Conference in a different light. I have no one in my family that went to any of the conference schools. So I do not cheer for only one, I cheer for all. I look at the Stats, study the charts, consult informed people, trust the D3 people and after all that ---- the coin gets flipped.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on October 28, 2008, 07:45:07 AM
 I wouldn't take the Dickinson lightly. You seem convinced on a W this sat. Its just my opinion but i feel Dickinson is the second best team in the CC this year. Lots of playmakers, as well as the home field. Never bet against the Devils at home. It should be a great game, you guys are very strong this year. Hope you make the trip.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 28, 2008, 10:02:09 AM
Muledaddy & Creek, It's kind of funny. This whole board has supported and picked the Mules to win every game this year(including me) and as soon as there a few disenting voices/votes, you get all defensive about your Mules. The Red Devils might not win this Saturday, but I can guarantee as THE MULE TRAIN heads back to Allentown they will know they were in a BATTLE IN CARLISLE!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 28, 2008, 11:00:54 AM
Heavy, i know that Muhlenberg is not taking there game against Dickinson lightly, i have also seen every game that Muhlenberg has played this year also, they don't look ahead to see who they play 2 or 3 weeks from now. They are very focused and there coaching staff is one of the smartest staff that my son has ever played for. You do have a good case i aggree, just look at last years game i think Muhlenberg only won by 4 points, so this will most definitely be a really good game and we will see what both teams are made of.I do see your point, but i do have to side with Muhlenberg on this one and may the Best Team win, This team just seems to find different way's to win. Hopefully the weather will hold out and there will be excuses .
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 28, 2008, 11:03:03 AM
 sorry... there will be NO EXCUSES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 28, 2008, 02:30:58 PM
http://www.muhlenberg.edu/sports/fall08/1028.html

Muhlenberg Number 2 in the Country in Div.3Football
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 28, 2008, 03:24:01 PM
Sorry...AFCA poll
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 28, 2008, 05:03:43 PM
Gents,

AFCA seems to believe IT IS MULETIME.No. 2 in the country, something we all should be proud of as members of the most improved and one of the best conferences in America.
  There will be a war  in the land of the Army War College , the ghost of Jim Thorpe, and the Civil war trails.
While Confederate invaders posed the problem in 1863,and the Underground Railway passed through
Carlisle, NOTHING has come to town to rival this Saturday's greatest show on turf......the Mules.....
Forget about the budweiser Clydesdales, the county fairgrounds, and come one, come all...to THE BATTLE AT CARLISLE...The Mules will put on an exhibition...showing why the football coaches of America know who is No. 2....
and moving on up.......GO MULES !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 28, 2008, 09:56:31 PM
See where your school ranks within the conference and the nation.

http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML (http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on October 29, 2008, 01:16:33 PM
Mulenberg
F&M
Hopkins
Ursinus
Wesley
Washington & Jefferson
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on October 29, 2008, 04:31:33 PM
I'm loving all the positive vibes for the Red Devils.  As nice as it is to see a CC team ranked so highly and in the national limelight, it would be even nicer to see a huge Dickinson upset.  Wearin' the RED, baby!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 29, 2008, 06:20:39 PM

Dear Ochs,

You have a very good team. It will fight very  hard the entire game.The Mules have a very good team.
They will fight even  harder to win the conference, maintain an unblemished unbeaten record, continue its
winning streak beyond 18, and maintain its playoff position on the national stage. This is the ROAD TO
SALEM and I can't comprehend the Mules giving that up. You have a lot of good players.  Whose offensive line and defensive unit wins this battle?Who has better stats,   passing efficiency to rushing yardage to ppg, together with an unequalled desire to find a way to win;
the fiercest defense, the most efficient field general, the league's leading running back, and
senior leadership and chemistry? Will they lose for lack of effort or talent?I think not.GO MULES!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 29, 2008, 08:12:00 PM
Muledaddy:

You are creating a stirr within the boards. I can see that because your karma is dropping like a hot pepper in the mouth of the un-prepared.

Just remember---On any given day anyone can win or lose.

Also watch your cap's. See articles of service which is specific about them.. People have been bounched. Would miss your banter, which is amusing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 29, 2008, 08:51:21 PM


Old,

       Thanks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on October 29, 2008, 10:19:14 PM
muledaddy, i would give you karma if i could.  i find your posts fun to read, over the top some times but humorous.  not sure what olds is talking about so i better read it too so i dont get bounced. :D  good luck this week, sounds like you guys might be in for a tussle.  we have one too.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 29, 2008, 10:31:20 PM


Wesleydad,

Thanks for your comments. Good luck to your team on Saturday...we can use a little too.Hey, ya

gotta believe....the world chaampions are the Phillies...who would have thunk?

Maybe we can meet for a rematch,  and if god is willing, one of us can move on to Salem ,,,,anything
can happen and  dreams can come true.....Brad Lidge,Cole Hamels, Jamie Moyer (gre up around the corner),J-Row.....they will walk together forever....as champions
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on October 30, 2008, 09:03:33 AM
muledaddy,
what would you say the spread for sat's game is? if i am reading you right i would imagine you think mules by 20+???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on October 30, 2008, 10:47:08 AM
MuleDaddy,

I like your passion, and I will root for your Mules like they are my own team if they beat the Red Devils.  It would be nice to see a CC team go far into the play-offs.  However, I am not sure how realistic it is to think a CC team will ever make it to Salem (or even to the semis, for that matter).  That is not a knock on the quality of football in the CC, but more a testament to the academic and financial demands of most schools w/in the conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 30, 2008, 12:35:04 PM
Oak, I agree. The CC is a much improved conference top to botton, Heck Juniata might be the best 1 win team in the entire country, but like you, I will also root for the Mules to make a long run into the NCAA playoffs, just not on Saturday. In my opinion,a successful season for a CC school in the playoffs would be to make it to the second round every year. With the tuitions and academic requirements of the CC, you are not comparing "apples to apples" with many D III conferences.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: hawkman on October 30, 2008, 03:12:00 PM
There is no better year than this for Muhlenberg to advance far into the playoffs.  South Division Powerhouses of old Wesley, UMHB, and Salisbury, are all a little weaker than usual.  Wesley lost a lot from last years team that took down Muhlenberg.  UMHB has struggled significantly with injuries and losing to a NAIA makes all of D3 look a little weaker.  Salisbury also lost a significant amount from last years team which was upset by a higher ranked Muhlenberg team in the playoffs. As far as fans of other Centennial Conference teams wanting them to do well, I'd rethink that.  If Muhlenberg ends another year in the top ten like last year they will most likely get another stacked recruiting class because of their national recognition.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 30, 2008, 05:19:27 PM

Heavy, hawk, and ocks,

i do not think Saturday is a 20 point game, one way or the other. last year, where the devils jumped out 17-0, only to give it back and lose 29-24 at Allentown, gives us a clue about this years game.It could be a pick'em, but the coputer simulations that i run say mules win most times against this year's devils. dube is gone, but so is johnson.2 all conference linebackers have graduated from the mules , but a great
new kicker has appared on the scene. Your qb to wr duo is about as good as it gets, on a good day.Our rb and our qb are your biggest challenges.We are going to win, and going to go 2 or more layers deep into the playoffs,because it is our time....just like it was the phillies time...for a championship....by 1 run or 1 point.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 30, 2008, 08:35:44 PM
Mule-- that was a very good answer-- 1 run or 1 point...how true.

hawk-- your also right about the south, but Muhlenberg may be pushed to the east.

That is up to the NCAA
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 30, 2008, 08:37:17 PM
Speaking of NCAA  the Muhlenberg Mules are ranked #1 in the south region.

Click below for complete rundown
http://www.ncaa.com/auto_pdf/p_hotos/s_chools/ncaa/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/weekly-release (http://www.ncaa.com/auto_pdf/p_hotos/s_chools/ncaa/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/weekly-release)

Remember this for future pick-ems
http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/10/29/sports/gsports102908.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/10/29/sports/gsports102908.txt)




Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on October 30, 2008, 09:09:06 PM
hawkman, please check your facts before posting.  wesley returned 10 of 11 on offense and 6 or 7 on defense, hardly a big loss of players from the team that beat muhlenberg last year.  check the stats on the defense, giving up very little on the point end of things.  if wesley gets in the playoffs they will certainly be a force to reckon with, muledaddy knows that much.  he keeps wishing for a rematch, as do most of us.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on October 31, 2008, 08:01:53 AM
muledaddy you will give me 20 points???? people wuld be lining up for that bet lol
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 31, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
Quote from: old ends on October 30, 2008, 08:37:17 PM
Speaking of NCAA  the Muhlenberg Mules are ranked #1 in the south region.

Click below for complete rundown
http://www.ncaa.com/auto_pdf/p_hotos/s_chools/ncaa/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/weekly-release (http://www.ncaa.com/auto_pdf/p_hotos/s_chools/ncaa/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/weekly-release)

Enjoy

Yes. We posted those rankings on the Daily Dose on Wednesday afternoon. (Actually before the NCAA even had them linked on their site yet!)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 31, 2008, 11:36:37 AM
Your right they were there, put for some reason I could not get it to boot up so therefore I went to NCAA. Always check D3 first.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 31, 2008, 12:00:34 PM
If Dickinson, John Hopkins and Moravian win out. That would mean Muhlenberg would have two loses( hope it does not happen but,). There would be a 4 way tie at the top. Let's hope it is won on the field of play outright. All teams have a tough last few games, Do not think any of them are going to be easy. Good luck to all.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 31, 2008, 12:06:32 PM
Weather should not be a factor for a change. It should be a perfect fall day for football. Good luck to all the CC teams on Saturday. Ends, You are right, it would be a mess if there were a 4 way tie. I don't think anyone really thought about that possability. We just assumed the Mules would win it outright.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 31, 2008, 06:23:12 PM
Gents,

I just got back from the parade of champions, in downtown Phillydelphia.Wow.Wow.Wow.
Close to 2 million fans adoring and thanking their team.Championships are a wonderful thing.
This was something special, a gift to all of us Philly fans.
Last years CC championship was personally very big, and I hope tomorrow is a step toward another
really big moment in the heart of this life long sports fan, a step toward this year's CC title;  who knows what else may be in store.A day at a time, a play at a time, a breath at a time....take nothing for granted and be grateful for the gifts we have received.Yesterday's history, tomorrow is a mystery, enjoy the present. .....GO MULES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 31, 2008, 10:33:17 PM
Nice article about DIV III football in Texas.. Student athlete

http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/local_colleges/D-III_Footballs_purest_form.html (http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/local_colleges/D-III_Footballs_purest_form.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 31, 2008, 10:36:52 PM
Moravian and Muhlenberg get some good press

http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-fbc-smallnotebook.6647991oct29,0,1542002.story?track=rss (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-fbc-smallnotebook.6647991oct29,0,1542002.story?track=rss)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 31, 2008, 10:42:27 PM
QB from Ursinus gets so nice press form his college paper

http://www.ursinus.edu/NetCommunity/Document.Doc?id=374 (http://www.ursinus.edu/NetCommunity/Document.Doc?id=374)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 01, 2008, 08:39:33 AM
Mates,

a shout out is in order for Dickinson qb Ian Mitchell and the fine Philly Daily News article on his charitable

works.It appeared on Thursday and I wish nothing but the best for him, except at 1pm today.

Go Mules....Go Trinity.....game 8 is upon us...let us proceed, with faith, courage, and determination.Go Phillies "We are the champions of the world"

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on November 01, 2008, 05:20:53 PM
Great game at Dickinson today. Mules came out on top 31-25. Dickinson showed they belong in the elite in the CC. Mules are good team, not great team though. Good luck to both teams next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 01, 2008, 07:42:29 PM
Heavy,

I'll give you 5 pts.Meanwhile, the fact that the Mules/conference's leading runner was out for 1/2 the
game and played crippled for 1/4 didn't help, together with the worst homer refs I have seen all year. It
was a competitive game, too close, for the aforementioed reasons.
Take out these intangibles, Mules are 3 scores better than devils and I win, whether I give you 20 or not.
Only time will tell how really good the Mules are, certainly not you or I.
Mules find a way to win, against heavy odds.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 01, 2008, 08:07:43 PM
Heavy, Let's address a serious problem and hope it can be corrected by those in power.If you saw the Phillies-Rays game where the ump at home called a guy out on a swinging strike, then decided to ask
the 1st base ump if the guy had really swung,let the 1st base ump tell him the batter had not really swung,
and reversed his call, allowing the batter to take a walk to first base insteadd of the strikeout,
you can get a  bit of the feeling all present had on multiple significant calls(1 denying a touchdown
catch, another causing a change of possession with less than 5 minutes left in the game,both
being calls originally made by the official in the best position to judge what had happened, only to have them mysteriously, and disgracefully reversed
by other officials, after unreasonable delays),only then will you start to realize the game you saw was quite different from the 1 I observed. Nuff-said.God Bless America, and free speech.Go Mules.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 02, 2008, 08:36:38 AM
Results for 11/1/08 pick-ems

Muledaddy             5 - 0
Reserved Seat       5 - 0
coachchris              5 - 0
Heavy300              4 - 1
Terrorizer24           4 - 1
BTEXPRESS            4 - 1
old ends                 3 - 2

Congrats to Muledaddy, Reserved Seat and coachchris for thier perfect picks this week.

Overall

Terrorizer24          13 - 1   ( .929)
Muledaddy            34 - 10 ( .773)
Heavy300             15 - 5   ( .750)
Old ends               33 - 11 ( .750)
BTEXPRESS           30 - 14 ( .682)
coachchris            30 - 14  ( .682)
Reserved Seat     25 - 12  ( .676)

All of got the fun pick wrong again Thomas More won That is two week in a row we all oops on it.

Congrats to Muhlenberg for clinching at least a tie of the title.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 02, 2008, 08:49:37 AM
Sunday news on the local games:

F & M http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/229646 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/229646)
Moravian http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-fbcmoravian.6655710nov02,0,2902174.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-fbcmoravian.6655710nov02,0,2902174.story)
Hopkins http://hopkinssports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/110108aaa.html (http://hopkinssports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/110108aaa.html)
Muhlenberg http://www.muhlenberg.edu/sports/fall08/111.html (http://www.muhlenberg.edu/sports/fall08/111.html)
Dickinson http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2008/11/02/sports/local/doc490d2cf6c212b736558432.txt (http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2008/11/02/sports/local/doc490d2cf6c212b736558432.txt)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 02, 2008, 10:16:01 AM
I aggree with Muledaddy in a previous posting what a fine young man Ian Mitchell QB for Dickinson College is, a class act indeed. But these Mules just seem to fined a way to beat you, regardless of the bad officiating they pulled this one out.
So good luck Muhlenberg next week against Ursinus College.
GO MULES !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 02, 2008, 10:47:18 AM
Pick-ems for 11/8/08

Ursinus             @     Muhlenberg
John Hopkins    @     Franklin & Marshall
Dickinson          @     Juniata
Gettysburg       @     McDaniel

Bonus
Cathlolic ( 7 - 1)  @  Guilford ( 4 - 4)
Cathlolic could meet Muhlenberg down the road.

Fun Pick
Carnegie Mellon ( 4 - 4) @ Case Western Reserve ( 8-0)
CWR Another team to watch


Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 02, 2008, 02:43:11 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on November 01, 2008, 08:39:33 AM
Mates,

a shout out is in order for Dickinson qb Ian Mitchell and the fine Philly Daily News article on his charitable

works.It appeared on Thursday and I wish nothing but the best for him, except at 1pm today.

That same article was first mentioned on this board 4/27/08, then again 9/24, in reference to an ryan tipps article.
Ryan writes for the Mid-Atlantic region part of around the region.

It took the Daily news a  long time to find that information. That was first written on the Dickinson web site.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 02, 2008, 02:51:46 PM
Stats for games thru 11/1/08

SCORING OFFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  8   36  36   0   0   6   0  270  33.8
2. Gettysburg..........  8   33  27   0   0   4   0  237  29.6

SCORING DEFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall.  8   13  11   0   0   4   0  101  12.6
2. Muhlenberg..........  8   17  13   0   0   2   1  123  15.4

PASS OFFENSE             G   Att  Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds  Avg TD Yds/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Gettysburg..........  8   241  141  11  58.5 2030  8.4 11 253.8
2. Johns Hopkins.......  8   244  139  10  57.0 1709  7.0 11 213

PASS DEFENSE             G   Att  Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds  Avg TD Yds/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall.  8   218  102  11  46.8 1044  4.8  5 130.5
2. Muhlenberg..........  8   228  107  13  46.9 1304  5.7  5 163.0

|--Gained--||---Lost---|
TURNOVER MARGIN          G  Fum Int Tot Fum Int Tot Mar  Per/G
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Moravian............  9   16  13  29  11   7  18 +11   1.22
2. Franklin & Marshall.  8    8  11  19   2   9  11  +8   1.00

TOTAL OFFENSE            G  Rush Pass Plays Yards Avg/P TD Yds/G
----------------------------------------------------------------
1. Gettysburg..........  8  1461 2030   596  3491   5.9 29 436.4
2. Muhlenberg..........  8  1719 1602   563  3321   5.9 35 415.1

TOTAL DEFENSE            G  Rush Pass Plys Yards  Avg  TD Yds/G
---------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall.  8  1039 1044  519  2083  4.0  13 260.4
2. Muhlenberg..........  8   851 1304  483  2155  4.5  16 269.4

Or read it and the rest here
http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm)

enjoy













Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on November 03, 2008, 07:04:10 AM
First off i am guessing you both were in the seats for Both reversed calls. First reversed call did (and trust me i was close to the action) hit the turf. The ball hit the ground and rubber made a slash as the ball slide into the recivers hands. The reason the back judge didnt see it was because he was naturally behind the play. Thats when the side judge ran in and made the correct call(weather you like it or not). Second reversed call was made by the ref that claimed to have seen red with it first. I have no idea how the other official could make a judgment so fast. Either way the Mules came out on top and they deserved it, the are a good team. It just bothers me that your fans have so many excuses during a win. what happens when you lose?? Lol. In my opinion i would like to say that in no way is that team worthy of a top 5 ranking in the country. The undefeated record in nice but i believe their are alot of more quality teams in the top 25. Guess we will wait and see. I hope i am proved wrong because it would be nice to see someone from the CC advance in playoffs. Good luck Mules in the rest of your games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 03, 2008, 07:28:17 AM

Heavy,Mules don't need excuses, just wins.All we need is  a fair shake and we will be fine.Sooner or later,

truth will out.



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 03, 2008, 11:00:45 AM
Heavy, You beat me to the punch. Muledaddy, you almost had me. I really thought you would come on this board after Saturday's game and say what a great and exciting game you witnessed between two good teams, on a beautiful fall day, before a great crowd and great atmosphere. You would have converted me and the Dickinson fans would have surported you the rest of the year. But no, you complain about the Refs. There wasn't a football game played across the country this past weekend, High School, College or pro where fans questioned calls made on the field. My Father used to say " two fans rooting for opposing teams could be sitting side by side and not see the game they were watching the same way" A fan sees what you want to see. I agree with heavy, both calls, although delayed by the Refs were the RIGHT calls. Oh and by the way, the Devils had players injured as well!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 03, 2008, 12:44:14 PM
Pick-ems 11/8/08
Ursinus   I have to pick with my affiliates weather they have a chance or not!
F&M
Dickinson
Gettysburg
Catholic
Case Western

Old ends I just want to give you an early thanks! This has been my first season on this board and your pick-ems have made the season even that much more exciting! Thanks again!

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 03, 2008, 01:19:46 PM
Here's my picks for the week:

MUHLENBERG over Ursinus (Great team, cocky fans)
HOPKINS over F & M ( playing for ECAC game)
DICKINSON over Juniata ( playing for pride & a winning season)
GETTYSBURG over McDaniel ( the Terrior packed it in)
CATHOLIC over Guiford ( playing for the ODAC title & NCAA bid)

BONUS CWR over CM ( just look at the records)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 03, 2008, 05:32:13 PM
Congrats to the following
George Eagar F & M Offensive player of the week
Jordan Baird, Juniata Defensive player of the week
Greg Zara, Ursinus Special team player of the week

The rest of the honor roll and state can be seen below
http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/112.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/112.pdf)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 03, 2008, 06:24:20 PM
NCAA Stats are in.

Look them over and see how your school ranks withing the conference and the nation.. It could answer some questions -- or not.

http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML (http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML)

Enjoy
Title: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 03, 2008, 06:28:44 PM
Wait to see what Region they go to, or vote now.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 03, 2008, 07:41:17 PM
Quote from: old ends on November 03, 2008, 06:28:44 PM
Wait to see what Region they go to, or vote now.
I voted.

Second Round. 

The north half of the bracket will Muhlenberg, USA South, ODAC and probably Wesley.  I think that Wesley takes out the Mules.  Muhlenberg is drawing either a #6, #7 or #8 seed in the first round, as they should as #1 or #2.

In the South half of the bracket, UMHB and HSU fight it out.  Millsaps cruises by Huntingdon and then the big shootout in Jackson occurs. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 03, 2008, 10:15:16 PM
I am going to wait till selection day. There is 2 weeks of football left and it still could get jumbled as the last two weeks has shown.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on November 04, 2008, 07:15:25 AM
PICK EM'S 11/8

muhlenburg
hopkins
dickinson
gettysburg

catholic

cwr
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 04, 2008, 04:57:40 PM
Picks for 11/8

Muhlenberg-- Just to strong for Ursinus at home
John Hopkins-- could be a close one but the running game for Hopkins might just be enough.
Dickinson-- This to could be very close..Give credit to Juniata next year or two could make a big difference
Gettysburg-- stronger.
Catholic-- They may or may not meet the Muhls in the playoff, but if they do could be a good one

Fun
Case Western Reserve--Another team to watch.. could meet someone from the South down the road.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 04, 2008, 05:12:15 PM
I know that a Muhlenberg win this weekend gives them the AQ into the play-offs. That is two years in a row which is a pretty good showing for the team and the coach. Muledaddy warned us that this team was going to be just as good, if not better, then last years team. So far he has not been wrong.  It will be a waiting game to see where and who they get to play. Moravian has a week off the prepare for the final game with the Mules this year and that will be one to watch. I might even make the 4 hrs trip to watch it, weather permitting.

Some day down the road, I hope, all of the games in the conference get picked up on more web cast so those, who live out in the middle of no where, can watch them. I know it my choice to live where there is no cable and to many trees, hills and valleys to get Dish or Direct TV. I have only been to 2 games this year, shame on me, but I have watched a few on the computer.

I will root for our conference in all play-off's so that the victory's help give the conference a better history, which Muhlenberg has already started.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 04, 2008, 08:47:04 PM
To All:
  If you have a student athlete make the read Ryan Tipps article about the Apprentice School. Then ask them if they would still go to their chosen school if the hours were part of the requirements??

Good article again Ryan.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on November 04, 2008, 09:18:31 PM
Quote from: old ends on November 04, 2008, 08:47:04 PM
To All:
  If you have a student athlete make the read Ryan Tipps article about the Apprentice School. Then ask them if they would still go to their chosen school if the hours were part of the requirements??

Good article again Ryan.



Thanks, old ends. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on November 05, 2008, 10:45:59 AM
Pick 'ems

Mules
Hopkins
Dickinson
Gettysburg
Catholic

CWR

I'll be at Homecoming on the Hill in Westminster for the Mason Dixon Line Battle Game.  Terror is typically tough on Homecoming, but Keating will find a way to lose this one.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 05, 2008, 01:52:20 PM
Looks like some rain again for most of the CC games this weekend. I don't ever remember a season where it has rained so much. At least half the games played this season have had lousy weather.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 05, 2008, 06:15:32 PM
BTE that is one reason I have not ventured out to as many games this year. This weekend only the Ursinus-Muhlenberg game, I think, will be played on natural surface. You brave parents and true fans need extra rain gear to keep the rain gear dry.

I know some stadiums do not allow umbrella's. Good Luck and stay dry.

Have not seen Muledaddy posting on here lately. Hope he is OK!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on November 05, 2008, 06:25:43 PM
Hopkins is on the grass at F&M.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 05, 2008, 08:39:16 PM

Old,
       Thanks for asking...all is ok.I just am not ready to asnswer the poll question....i.e. how far will the Mules go..I need a little more time...I am studying, visiting all the other boards, fighting it out with guys like Frank Rossi  and the venerable Lewdogg31(true gurus of the D3 world), looking for the answer, trying to be true to myself....and fair to all others.I need to see the Mules elevate the crispness of their game
in preparation for the battle ahead.Meanwhile, they must win 2 more games, for themselves, and the world.I would really like to have the pleasure of meeting you if you decide to make the trip.Let me know
and we can meet up. The Playoffs are still light years away, but I think i can get a feel for  what's
going to happen and the Mules play an amazing role.
Meanwhile, 1. MULES 2.Dickinson 3.Gettysburg 4.Hopkins 5.Case Western Reserve 6. Catholic
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 05, 2008, 09:21:47 PM

Pizza,

Give me an  argument to support changing my view that Kase will prevail on saturday. I'd like to see the  dips win but need some convincing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 05, 2008, 10:04:24 PM
Guess-ems for 11/8

Muhlenberg
Franklin & Marshall
Dickinson
Gettysburg

Bonus--Cathlolic

Fun Pick--Case Western
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 06, 2008, 07:18:43 AM
Glad to see you are back Muledaddy and everything is alright.
Don't want to look too far into the future, one game at a time....one game at a time, i think that this is how Muhlenberg has stayed so successful very focused, i don't want to appear to be too cocky.
Good luck against Ursinus this Saturday.

GO MULES !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 06, 2008, 05:02:55 PM
Mule--

That would explain the drop in K.  Make sure you take the rain gear. If the weather is going to be lousy for the Moravian game I won't venture out. Old bones mind the dampness more than you young guys.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 06, 2008, 05:08:12 PM
nice little article about one of Moravian's players.

http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/1225947964140210.xml&coll=3 (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/1225947964140210.xml&coll=3)

And a different player from Moravian at a different paper.

http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-s-take5.6657565nov05,0,1951167.story?track=rss (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-s-take5.6657565nov05,0,1951167.story?track=rss)

Nothing about the Mules???

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 06, 2008, 05:14:48 PM
Reserved Seat and Coachchris

Here is a little something from the local State College paper

Jeff Kellar (State College, Franklin & Marshall) has 47 tackles, 34 solo, five tackles for loss for minus seven yards, one sack for minus nine yards, three interceptions for 51 yards and four passes broken up.

Shane Gray (State College, Franklin & Marshall) has 223 solo tackles and nine assists. He has four and one-half tackles for loss for minus 12 yards, three passes broken up and one fumble recovery. F&M is 4-4 after shutting out McDaniel, 20-0 Saturday.

Here is the link if you want to read the rest:
http://www.centredaily.com/sports/story/941342.html (http://www.centredaily.com/sports/story/941342.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 06, 2008, 05:20:17 PM
Coaches poll came out the other day and was waiting for someone to pick up on it.
http://www.afca.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=9300&ATCLID=1617652 (http://www.afca.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=9300&ATCLID=1617652)

Also on D3football the regional rankings are listed.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 06, 2008, 07:31:27 PM

Old,

Let's root for Hobart  over RPI,, Montclair state over rowan, Otterbein over the Mount,and,ithaca over cortland next week.
Then, if the Mules play hard enough to win over Ursinus and Moravian, things coulld get really interesting.
Who goes where, MUC to East or Mules to East,  as a visiting no. 1 seed? But 1st, I want the Mules to kick the stuffing out of the Bears, because its Senior Day, my little Mule  is a senior, and I really, really want the Mules to start playing at a higher level, a necessity for postseason play success.
P.S I am not that much younger than you.........I just wish I was.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on November 07, 2008, 02:52:18 PM
Mule -

The nature of my position makes it inappropriate for me to comment on the outcome of any particular contest or the virtues of a given player. 

You'll have to make the pick on your own - but the Diplomats are 2-0 against Johns Hopkins after presidential election days in which a Democrat won the White House. F&M is also 2-0 on the first Saturday after Presidential elections that occurred on November 4th.

Beyond that, I offer only advice on where to find good food near campuses of Mid-Atlantic colleges and the occasional correction of factual errors.

Good luck to all this weekend.


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 07, 2008, 08:27:24 PM
It is always sad to report when a coach leaves. Coach Darrell Alt has resigned as head football coach at Juniata.

Read the rest here:
http://www.juniata.edu/athletics/football/news.html?SHOWARTICLE+3615 (http://www.juniata.edu/athletics/football/news.html?SHOWARTICLE+3615)

Comments from the Juniata gang.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 07, 2008, 08:33:22 PM
Nice little article about D III football in general.

http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/local_colleges/D-III_Footballs_purest_form.html (http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/local_colleges/D-III_Footballs_purest_form.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 08, 2008, 08:16:03 AM
What ashame for the Juniata team! Coach Alt did a good job with that program. They were moving in the right direction!I hope the transition is smooth for the team!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 08, 2008, 10:08:38 AM


Mates,

coach Alt was a goood man and his team has improved steadily since joining the CC.Every game this year showed competitive progress and I think the team members and the coach can hold their heads up high.The team is in position to trun the corner next year and the man who made it happen will not be there.

This is a loss to the CC of a fine man and a good coach.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 08, 2008, 10:17:14 AM

Triple take,

PC says the Ursinus-Mules game is 'closer than you think".Let's see if the team he is looking for (that beat Alfred early on) shows up.By the way, Mules scrimmaged Alfred, leading nobody to conclude that Alfred would or could play with the Mules in a real game.Ho-Hum
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 08, 2008, 07:34:27 PM
Gents,

Triple take said "closer than you think" I think not. Final score Mules 45-Ursinus 8 (a kick retturn and a 2 pt PAT) Does this satisfy those who thought this game was closer than you think.  I know.


Congrats to Hobart, Montclair and here we go.......playoffs are approaching time to get behind the Mules..
200+ yds today for TB J. DeLuca;nice defensive performance also,-- 16 yds on 15 carries.
Let's wait a little longer before we answer the poll question,i.e. how deep the mules go in playoffs...
to all CC fans, players, and parents, God Bless, good luck and good night.GO MULES..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 08, 2008, 08:57:16 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on November 08, 2008, 07:34:27 PM
Gents,

Triple take said "closer than you think" I think not. Final score Mules 45-Ursinus 8 (a kick retturn and a 2 pt PAT) Does this satisfy those who thought this game was closer than you think.  I know.


:D :D :D

Maybe that gave an "inverse Sport Illustrated effect".

You highlight a game and get the opposite effect!   ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2008, 09:04:18 PM
Results for 11/8/08 pick-ems

Terrorizer24           5  -  0
Heavy300              5  -  0
BTEXPRESS            5  -  0
Muledaddy             5  -  0
Old ends               5  -  0
Reserved Seat        4  -  1 ( you got to love loyalist)
coachchris             3  -  2 ( ditto)

Overall

Terrorizer24           18  - 1 ( .947)
Heavy300               20  - 5 ( .800)
Muledaddy              39  - 10(.796)
Old ends                 38  - 11(.776)
BTEXPRESS             35  - 14(. 714)
Reserved Seat         29  - 13 (.690)
Coachchris              33  - 16 (.673)

We all got the fun pick  Case Western won

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2008, 09:08:13 PM
Congrats to Muhlenberg for winning the Centennial Conference for the second year in a row.

Do not take next week lightly for I am sure that Moravian coaches and players were at that game.
A week of help the wounds heal and make you hungry.

Good luck to both next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 09, 2008, 01:02:03 AM
I think most thought it would be 45-7. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 09, 2008, 11:54:51 AM
Mates,

Who would have thought Ursinus would go for 2 aftter they scored?Certainly threw off the over under,

which had to be 53.

Meanwhile, it's time to get ready for Moravian, the only obstacle to a 2nd perfect unbeaten season.

With the Hounds coming off a bye, rested and healed, and the Mules limping in with multiple injured,

it will take a superhuman effort to keep a clean slate.GO MULES.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 09, 2008, 12:00:18 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on November 09, 2008, 11:54:51 AM

Mates,

Who would have thought Ursinus would go for 2 aftter they scored?Certainly through off the over under,

which had to be 53.

Meanwhile, it's time to get ready for Moravian, the only obstacle to a 2nd perfect unbeaten season.

With the Hounds coming off a bye, rested and healed, and the Mules limping in with multiple injured,

it will take a superhuman effort to keep a clean slate.GO MULES.


Muledaddy

Do I detect a liitle fear creeping into the back of your? Seems you have some built in excuses ready just in case :-X
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 09, 2008, 12:31:40 PM
let's see what the papers are saying about yesterday;

F & M http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/229945 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/229945)

McDaniel http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/11/09/sports/jsports110908.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/11/09/sports/jsports110908.txt)

Juniata http://altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/513143.html?nav=751 (http://altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/513143.html?nav=751)

Muhlenberg http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/122620715437390.xml&coll=3 (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/122620715437390.xml&coll=3)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 09, 2008, 12:38:04 PM
Stats are in:

2008 Centennial Conference Football Team Statistics Through games of Nov 09, 2008


SCORING OFFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  9   42  42   0   0   7   0  315  35.0
2. Gettysburg..........  9   38  32   0   0   5   0  275  30.6


SCORING DEFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall.  9   17  13   0   0   4   0  127  14.1
2. Muhlenberg..........  9   18  13   1   0   2   1  131  14.6

RUSHING OFFENSE          G    Att   Yds   Avg  TD  Yds/G
--------------------------------------------------------
1. Dickinson...........  9    436  2053   4.7  21  228.1
2. Muhlenberg..........  9    421  1981   4.7  21  220.1

RUSHING DEFENSE          G  Rushes  Yards  Avg.  TD  Yds/G
----------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........  9     270    835   3.1  11   92.8
2. Moravian............  9     320   1112   3.5   9  123.6

RUSHING                 Team Cl  G  Att  Yds   Avg TD Long Yds/G
----------------------------------------------------------------
1. John DeLuca......... MUHL SR  9  285 1456   5.1 14   72 161.8
2. Andrew Kase......... JHU  JR  9  254 1236   4.9 14   46 137.3

PASSING AVG/GAME        Team Cl  G Att Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds TD Avg/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Matt Flynn.......... GC   JR  9 258 148  12  57.4 2054 12 228.2
2. Hewitt Tomlin....... JHU  FR  9 254 146   9  57.5 1801  9 200.1

TOTAL OFFENSE           Team Cl  G Rush Pass Plays Total Yds/G
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Ian Mitchell........ DC   JR  9  622 1760   345  2382 264.7
2. Matt Flynn.......... GC   JR  9  216 2054   331  2270 252.2

and a lot more here
http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm)

enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 09, 2008, 04:49:04 PM

PaWesley,

No fear here, just faith.....Mules beat Moravian...take it to the bank. Mules are deep, dedicated,loyal,
hardworking...and stubborn. What you perceived as fear was merely personal pain of a parent whose
player son was injured in the Ursinus game and may, very likely, have run onto the field for the last time,
ending the most wonderful experience a kid and his dad could ever share at college age, 4 years of D3 football. I hope I am wrong and the MRI turns out negative; but, as we all know by now, Muledaddy seldom is wrong.GO MULES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 09, 2008, 04:58:51 PM
muledaddy, i hope that you are wrong this time, sorry to hear about your son.  prayers for him, if you are not.    it would be a shame to go out in his last year with an injury. :(  still hoping to meet you at some point this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 09, 2008, 05:03:16 PM

Wesleydad,

Thanks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 09, 2008, 05:42:44 PM
Never like to hear that. I hope your son is going to heal quickly. Keep us posted
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 09, 2008, 07:59:13 PM
muledaddy

Hope your son can come back and play next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 09, 2008, 08:19:00 PM
More on Muhlenberg from a local paper
http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-muhlenberg.6664156nov09,0,3544882.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-muhlenberg.6664156nov09,0,3544882.story)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 09, 2008, 08:48:26 PM
If you want to compare Muhlenberg against the rest as of last weeks games:
Centennial http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML (http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000009683TD.HTML)

Wesley & Independents: http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000099020TD.HTML (http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000099020TD.HTML)

New Jersey Athletic: http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000000891TD.HTML (http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000000891TD.HTML)


LIberty http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000024197TD.HTML (http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000024197TD.HTML)

E8 http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000000863TD.HTML (http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/2008/Internet/conf%20stats/2008000000863TD.HTML)

Enjoy



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2008, 12:45:51 PM
It is hard to believe that we are heading into the final week of the regular season. Here are some thoughts for the week. You don't really see Head Coaches in Division III let go to often. I was surprised by the timing of the Juniata situation. I thought Juniata was much improved this season and probably the best one game winning team in the country. It was probably too little too late for Murphy. Hopefully, they can bring in an entire new staff and turn some things around. Is McDaniel next? It makes sense for the conference for the Mules to beat Moravian on Saturday and finish 10 0 to get a great seed for the playoffs. I think even with a loss the Hounds will get an ECAC bid as will Hopkins if they finish 8 2. After seeing just about every team in the conference this season, the one thing that sticks out is how good the Quarterbacks are in this league. Just about every team has a great QB. Waiting on our Pick ems for the week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 10, 2008, 01:33:32 PM
Pick-em's for 11/15/08

Muhlenberg   @  Moravian
F & M             @ Gettysburg
Dickinson       @ Ursinus
McDaniel        @ John Hopkins

Bonus
Ithaca           @  Cortland State

Fun
Millsap ( 9-0) @  Birmingham-Southern ( 3 - 6)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 10, 2008, 01:45:46 PM
Dr Hass, Muhlenberg College provost, heading to Texas read attached article. Even though this is not D3 releated I meet with her a few times while doing business there. Students always talked to her and she enjoyed dealing with the students. Her personality and helpfullness to the students had to make effects on the athletic student body as well.

Austin College is getting someone special and good luck to her.

http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/dn/education/stories/DN-austinprez_09met.ART0.Central.Edition1.4a28a54.html (http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/dn/education/stories/DN-austinprez_09met.ART0.Central.Edition1.4a28a54.html)

Muledaddy I know she went to some of the sporting events to show her support.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 10, 2008, 01:51:15 PM
Congrats to:

Jay Leonard, Juniata and John DeLuca Muhlenberg Co- Offensive players of the week

Anthony Pastore, Gettysburg Defensive player of the week

Jay Leonard, McDaniel and Al Desiderio, Ursinus Co Special Team players of the week.

View the rest here: http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/119.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/119.pdf)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 10, 2008, 02:13:35 PM
Well as BTE said the last game for some this week. I agree with BTE that Moravian and Hopkins may indeed get ECAC games.

But now the coaches have a tougher call. All- Conference.

DeLuca ( Muhlenberg) and Kase ( Hopkins) are at the top for rushing

O'Connor ( Dickinson), DeLuca (Muhlenberg), and McCambridge (Moraivian) are leading all purpose.

Santagato (Muhlenberg), Mitchell ( Dickinson), and Flynn( Gettysburg) lead in pass efficiency

The three above and Tomlin ( Hopkins) lead in passing yards with Flynn leading by 28 yards and the next three have a 5 yard spread.

Mitchell and Flynn lead in Total offense with a 12 yard difference between them.

Quarterback will be the tough one. Not only do the above lead but Leonard of Juniata has played super all year, and should get listed somewhere.

I'll do more later after hearing some of your input. Do not just be a homer on this remember what the other players did against your team. Did they do well because of the players in front of them or on thier own!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2008, 02:34:58 PM
The two best running backs I saw all year were Deluca and Kase. Like I said before, you could throw a blanket over the top 5 Qb's, all with different styles. O' Connor from Dckinson had a career year and won two games by himself and almost pulled off an unbelievable comeback against Hopkins.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 10, 2008, 02:48:55 PM
Congrats to the following players who made All-Academic Disctrict 2
John Deluca- Muhlenberg
Tyler McCambridge-Moravian
Joe Caporoso- Muhlenberg
Mike Nolan- Muhlenberg
Brian Reckenbeil-Muhlenberg
Carl Robinson-Moravian
Jake Floyd-Muhlenberg
Steven Levinson- John Hopkins
Anthony Catanzano-John Hopkins
Mike Stoffel- John Hopkins

Click here for the complete list then scroll down to District 2 college Division
http://www.cosida.com/documents/2008/11/5/08football.pdf (http://www.cosida.com/documents/2008/11/5/08football.pdf)

Again hats off to athlete's listed, showing hard work on and off the field will help them in the future.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 10, 2008, 02:55:24 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2008, 02:34:58 PM
The two best running backs I saw all year were Deluca and Kase. Like I said before, you could throw a blanket over the top 5 Qb's, all with different styles. O' Connor from Dckinson had a career year and won two games by himself and almost pulled off an unbelievable comeback against Hopkins.

And will be back with Mitchell again next year--Look out
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 10, 2008, 03:00:14 PM
Hey guys, I've been out of the country for a while, and the first game i've seen all season was Dickinson and Juniata. I think Mitchell and O'connor were both robbed by not getting at least honor roll this week. They both look like great candidates for first team all-conference...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2008, 03:07:39 PM
CC welcome back, I think the conference tries to spread the wealth each week with their player recogination. It's not a big deal.  O' Connor had 10 catches and really didn't play much in the second half only returning punts and kickoffs as some of the back up receivers got some playing time.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 10, 2008, 03:10:23 PM
Doing your International studies?? As your President Bill Durden states "engaging the world". Welcome back
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 10, 2008, 03:18:07 PM
How about mitchell, 110 rushing 250 passing and 4 TDs????  also, from what i've read, muhlenberg looks great, and  seem to have one the nations best o-lines
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2008, 03:24:12 PM
The Mules are big, strong and mean and that is coming from a Red Devils fan. ( ha ha)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 10, 2008, 09:32:21 PM
BT,

Just big enough, strong enough, and tough enough to be playing next week while the .500 Devils,
if they are lucky, are doing their laundry and thinkin about what woulda, coulda, and shoulda been.I
can get you and the Devils some good seats at the playoffs.
Go Mules......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 11, 2008, 08:06:44 AM
I just want to congratulate The Mules for winning the Centennial Conference again, and hopefully a win over Moravian this saturday ( i know this game will be a war) you can throw the stats and the standings and the record books away for this game.
The Centennial Conference this year i think was very competitive a few of Muhlenberg's games could have went either way this year, which proves how strong this Conference gets every year.
So good luck to each school for this final weekend in the Centennial Conference, and thanks D3Boards.com for letting me speak my mind and just letting off some steam once in a while.
Good luck to all.
GO MULES !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 11, 2008, 09:36:08 AM
Hey Muledaddy, you are really starting to get on my nerves!. You can't even take a compliment without turning it around and sounding pompous and arrogant. Creek gets it. We all understand your position, the Mules are superior and the rest of the teams in the conference stink. Maybe you feel the need to come on here and rub it the other teams' face because you are feeling sorry for yourselve because your kid is hurt, who knows?. Going undefeated two years in a row is a great feat, however, I for one hope the Hounds spoil your dream season this Saturday and if not them, then an early exit in the first round of the playoffs.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 11, 2008, 10:24:12 AM
Muledaddy, one more thing, my son's High School coach used to have a saying "Win with class, act like you have been here before" GO HOUNDS!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 11, 2008, 11:02:12 AM
BTEXPRESS
I hear you! Graciousness makes for a classy winner! I was a D1 athlete back in the early 80's and myself and my teammates were very superstitious. You dress the same way, eat the same thing, you know rituals. Karma was a part of it. You don't say to much, you never say to much because we all know what Karma is ..... As far as Mulenberg goes I was most impressed with the O-line wow! I think you could put any runningback in this conference behind them and he would come out looking pretty good. For the sake of the conference I would like to see mulenberg go far into the playoffs, but I could do without the very ungracious comments!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 11, 2008, 11:26:38 AM
Coach, I agree, the Mules line was the best I saw this season. I try to give them a compliment and Muledaddy comes back sounding like a Jerk. Here our my picks for the week:

MUHLENBERG over Moravian ( I really hope I am wrong with this pick)
F & M over Gettyburg ( second best game of the week, both teams playing for pride)
DICKINSON over Ursinus ( The Devils are playing for a winning season)
HOPKINS over McDaniel ( ECAC game on the line for the Jays)
CORTLAND STATE over Ithaca ( playing for an undefeated season)

BONUS MILLSAP
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on November 11, 2008, 11:36:03 AM
Muledaddy, you are alienating the rest of the CC fans on this board.  I would love to root for the Mules to represent the CC deep into the play-offs, but you are making it hard.  I would also love to pray for your son to be able to play thru the end of the season, but you make that hard also.

You are close to riding your mule train alone.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 11, 2008, 01:25:50 PM
BT,
If your comment was meant as a compliment, why would you put a derisive, mocking "ha-ha) at the end of it?

If you can explain that to me and the Board, I can be man enough to accept the error of my interpretation.Otherwise, you, my dear confused friend, are a sophmoric ignoramus. Nuff said....let's get real... let's get honest....Go CC...Go Mules
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 11, 2008, 01:49:56 PM
My point was that a Devils Fan (ha ha) was saying something nice about your line. They are without question the best O line in the league. They are big ,strong and mean as a good line should be. What am I missing here, and why would you be the only one on this board to interpret my comments any other way???? Aren't you the same guy on came on here after seeing an exciting game between the Devils and the Mules who complained about the Refs and said Muhleberg was 20 ponts better than Dickinson? We want to root for your team in the playoffs as our conference representative. Your team is good and has a chance to go undefeated two years in a row. Any one who follows sports knows how hard that is to do. You have to have team chemistry, good coaching, good players, minimal injuries and yes some LUCK. You come off that the only team that matters is the MUles. My kid has been busting his butt since August as well. He has had to over come several injuries through out his career. Maybe you are a nice guy, but lately you appear to be a pompous jerk.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 11, 2008, 02:23:02 PM
Yo BT,

My apolgy for the misinterpretation...I sincerely believed you were mocking my beloved Mules.

Let's go forward in peace and harmony and I do appreciate the recognition that the Mule O line is special this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hounds on November 11, 2008, 02:43:12 PM
New to board, have been reading since moravian joined cc,MuleDaddy my son will be playing maybe his final game Sat so I can understand that your son may go out on an injury.This is a good conference son has played all 4 years so we got a taste of the Mac and Cc.I may have to become a red devil fan next yr my Nephew was a guest of Dickinson for the Moravian game, he loved it out there, there are some other cc schools also talking to him.Mule Daddy the records as u kn ow don't matter saturday its a war.My son has been chasing Santagato around for the las 2 years got a him couple times also looked bad on a couple.Hopefully everyone comes away on saturday ok and The Mules can do well in Ncaa, I am not sure if hounds win they would get at large bid, this conference doesnot get respect it deserves.Hope all is going to ok with your son.Good luck on Sat.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 11, 2008, 03:29:27 PM
Muledaddy I accept your apology. If you have read any of my posts for the last year, you will never see me put down any player or team. I try to remain as even keeled as possible.  I enjoy some banter between fans once in a while, but you were getting personal and attacking the fine young men who are "Wearin' The Red" as Coach Breaux likes to say. We are on this board because we enjoy CC football. Some have kids who currently play, some are former players and some like Old Ends just enjoy Division III for what it is, athletes playing the sport for the love of the game. I took a friend of mine to see a Dickinson vs Gettysburg game a few weeks ago. He had never seen a D 3 football game before. Even though we sat through pouring rain, he absolutely loved it and couldn't believe how good the players were. We come onto this site for information and to have fun and to do the pick ums and share insights, not to be personall attacked. there I said my piece.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 11, 2008, 07:16:38 PM
Mates,   
       It's time for this weeks picks: Millsap for fun
1. Ithaca over Cortland State (Corteca has playoff implications which are wide ranging)

2.F and M over G'Burg...a great Battle at a great battleground..defense can carry the day

3.Dickinson over Ursinus......strong Devils duo unleashed

4.Hopkins over McDaniel...a very strong Kase
.
5, Muhlenberg over Moravian ....the game we all have been waiting for since week 3.....the Santagato cup
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 11, 2008, 08:03:30 PM
Well I am glad that is over with..

I have had my own business since I was 22 years old. Having a limp and walking with a cane since I was 12 knowing that my limitations in the job market would be bias as to what I could or could not do. Over the many years I have learn to simply enjoy watching athlete's, both men and women, do things with thier bodies that I could not do. Hence, I learned to respect the practice, timing, and dedication that they must endure.

Yes, I put competition out of business and hired those people to work with me. Never once did any of the people that I did work for, worked with me, or competitors hear anything but good things about all of them. Only because of what an old shop owner in Brooklyn told me. Sugar works better than lemmons. A sour taste is remembered longer that the sweet one, but your always glad to find a sweet one.

enough said

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 11, 2008, 08:16:09 PM

Old,

You rock...life is too short and precious not to be grateful each minute of each day...staying in the moment, never taking the next breath for granted......to live happy, joyous, and free....amen
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 11, 2008, 08:30:11 PM
Ryan, weather is about the only thing that may keep me away from Muhlenberg/Moravian. If I make it I will take my old lap top and keep a running post for you. Of course if the wireless signal be with me.
Have fun in Ind. Take a snow shovel.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 11, 2008, 09:25:53 PM

Old,

    It would be a pleasure to meet you, shake your hand, and put a face with the wise words,wit and

great picking ability if you make the trip. I will give you my cell phone number and maybe we can meet over

a good hotdog, my treat.


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 11, 2008, 09:31:39 PM
Here are my pick-ums
Mulenberg
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Hopkins
Cortland
Millsap

Hope everyone has a happy and healthy last regular season game!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 11, 2008, 10:20:30 PM
Hello Everyone,

69 Mule here out in Southern California with my first post.  I am a newbie but I have been following your post patterns for the last two football seasons as the Mules have risen to national prominence in D3.  Your posts have been very entertaining and enlightening so I have decided to register and join in the fun.

Unfortunately, the reason I am finally getting around to this was the shocking remarks made by Muledaddy to BT Express.  Muledaddy, I have two things to say about your remarks.  First, I think you weren't contrite enough in your apology.  To make up for putting your foot so far in your mouth, you should send BT Express a fifth of his favorite libation (I hope it is a 16 year old single malt).  Second, arrogance and pomposity make for bad luck.  I'm with Coach Chris on that – we need all the good Karma we can muster to get through Moravian and then the playoffs.  Let's not jinx the Mules!

I moved West right after graduation in 1969 and had no contact with Muhlenberg or any classmates.  A few years ago the Mules came out to California and played Cal Lutheran (a 10 minute drive away) and that rekindled a little interst.  I ran ito two classmates that I recognized at the game!  Surfing the web I found this site and also found that I could listen to the Mules on the internet radio broadcasts of some of the games and I have become a fan.

Thanks to you all for keeping me entertained.  Now you have to listen to my two cents!

Go Mules and go Centennial Conference!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on November 11, 2008, 10:55:35 PM
Quote from: old ends on November 11, 2008, 08:30:11 PM
Ryan, weather is about the only thing that may keep me away from Muhlenberg/Moravian. If I make it I will take my old lap top and keep a running post for you. Of course if the wireless signal be with me.
Have fun in Ind. Take a snow shovel.


Thanks old ends.

I'm sending you a PM.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 12, 2008, 07:44:00 AM
69Mule,


Welcome aboard,
                              It's been a heck of a ride these past four years, watchig the Mules climb out of the pit and reach the top of a mountain, undisputed CC champs.

  I could not agree more with you about karma, and we can use all we can get if the Mules  are to get by a well rested and very determined Moravian team,
thus preserving our 2nd consecutive undefeated regular season and putting us in good shape for playoff seeding.
    It's a great school, a great conference, and having had a son play 4 years on the Mules has been an experience that I will always cherish as a gift from God.

     Unfortunately, my boy is out as a result of a knee injury sustained last week,
but the team is deep and hopefully will not miss a beat. It's been a game at a time,
so far so good,,
and hopefully this approach will see us through.
   In closing, my apology was sincere, I am contrite, but I offer this in mitigation: I am sitting here, Weds am, knowing that my son has yet to receive his MRI, the bureaucratic health system causing ongoing great emotional stress, not to mention the kid not getting any physical treatment.Perhaps my frustration set a hair trigger and I
overeacted to the innocuous comment of BT, to whom  I will gladly send a bottle of
his favorite libation, this being a grand idea.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 12, 2008, 09:48:07 AM
Muledaddy
Good job Muledaddy, i'm checking the Dictionary on some of those words you put into your last posting........ and also i'm hoping all goes well with your sons MRI, my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Your other postings almost had me quoting Rodney King " Can't we all just get along " ?, but a man of your caliber who i know personally came to your senses and "its all good "
So like i said a couple of postings ago, Good luck to all Schools on this last Saturday of the season, and to those teams who will be going into the play-offs, good luck to them also.
Thanks again D3Boards.

GO MULES !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on November 12, 2008, 09:53:51 AM
Pick em's

Muhlenberg
dickinson
hopkins
f&m
cortland

millsaps
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on November 12, 2008, 10:31:57 AM
Pick em's

Muhlenberg
Dickinson
Hopkins
F&M
Ithica
Millsaps

Wouldnt mind seeing an upset, but doubt it will happen. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2008, 10:45:35 AM
Welcome aboard 69Mule, How did you know I like 16 year old single malts? Muledaddy, I hope your boy is OK. I have had two of my children suffer ACL injuries. You are right, just going through the red tape with insurance, x rays and finally an MRI is nerve racking.  It's not like Tom Brady or McNabb or any professional athlete who knows just about right away what they are dealing with. Hopefully it turns out for the best.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 12, 2008, 11:06:54 AM
Good morning BT and Muledaddy and all,

Thanks for the welcome.  I recommend a nice Lagavulin single malt.  Goes great with cigars and good buddies.

Muledaddy, I know what it is like dealing with the healthcare business.  I was self employed for quite a few years and because of that and family members with pre-existing conditions I got the shaft from the health insurance companies.  Dealing with this mess can certainly foul one's mood.

I pray your son's injury turns out to be minor and he'll be able to perform some heroics for the Mules in the playoffs.

Can someone tell me the deadline for this week's pickems?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2008, 11:54:59 AM
Mule 69 Usually the picks are in by Friday. I guess the Centennial Conference games are played every Saturday at 10:00am your time ( West Coast) I guess the good thing about living out there is you don't struggle to stay awake watching the Saturday night college games on ESPN. ( Ha Ha)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 12, 2008, 05:23:20 PM
muledaddy, sorry to hear about your son.  i hope that all will be well and he can return to normal in due time.  it is always a shame to go out on the sideline, but at least he has something to be proud of from the last 4 years.

as a person who has also misread others points, your apology only has to satisfy btexpress but mule69's suggestion never hurts.  ::)

i, for one am hoping for the mules to stay in the south, so that we can have that rematch you have been wishing for all year. :)  good luck this weekend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 12, 2008, 07:08:27 PM
MUHLENBERG
Gettyburg
DICKINSON
JOHNS HOPKINS
CORTLAND STATE

BONUS MILLSAPS

I'm picking the Mules with my heart.  The Hounds have whipped our butts good more often than not. We're at their house to boot.  This game will be a squeaker.  Could be a battle of two good kickers.

BT, I moved to California for the climate.  When I was 13, I swore as I was doing my paper route in a blizzard,  that I would move to California right after college and that I did.  Those gray days, one after the other, in the leaky Lehigh Valley helped with that decision.  At my age, I never fight the urge to nap.  A good nap before bed time is fine by me.  I can only see UCLA get there butts kicked so many times!  At least basketball season is nigh.

Any news on your son's injury, Muledaddy?  Will keep my fingers and toes crossed.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 12, 2008, 08:23:07 PM
Pick-ems

Moravian-- just my upset of the week--does not change what the mules did. Just going with the home dog on this
Gettysburg-- They are coming on strong and again homer pick
Dickinson-- to much for the Bears
Hopkins--ok
Cortland

Millsap

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 12, 2008, 08:36:14 PM
Regional rankings are out... Just click on the D3 logo above and look for regional rankings.


The weather for Sat., as BTE has stated in the past, looks wet, cold, and a parent's day to show love to the children.
Old guys like me, with no children playing in the mud, can stay home and look at live stats while doing numerous other things.

Mule, if the weather breaks up I'll try and make it other wise it is going to have to wait for playoffs.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 12, 2008, 08:43:24 PM

Mates,
weather may be dicey for the big game on saturday at Moravian.Mules run better in mud than Greyhounds,
in the animal kingdom.I see the same on the field if weather becomes a factor. Deferownse will be the keyto the game.Look close at both teams stats and draw your own conclusions...use olympic scoring..throw out the best and the worst......and score on what's left.......I see an edge for the Mules.It should be a great game, with 2 top notch qbs, 2 strong running games.....and 2 geat kickers.......defense,defense,defense...ps..mri results tomorrow...thanks
for all good wishes for my son...all members of the family really appreciate the outpouring of sincere concern and
prayers....defense, defense,defense
wins the game.....Go Mules!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 12, 2008, 08:46:56 PM
muledaddy, in the animal kingdom mules dont run at all!!!!!!! ::)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 12, 2008, 08:59:41 PM
muledaddy

How is it that the school isn't taking care of the insurance end and getting the mri post haste? I would think that the injury happening in a team game or practice should be covered...
Then again if you are dealing with Allentown Hosp. I understand that they don't take all insurers
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 12, 2008, 09:20:25 PM

PaWesley,
                 It has been a nightmare and I have premiere coverage allegedly, paying close to 20000 to cover wife, son, and me.Aetna sucks, the health system sucks, and I can not imagine what comes next,
when we have socialized national healthcare.I expected prompt reasonable service and treatment and
the healthcare institutions and the insurers are not interested in the patient, only the buck.i do not include
the fine team doctor in the above rant, knowing that he is as frustrated by the system as we are,
especially since he is a former college football player, treats the NFL team which holds preseason camp
in the Lehigh valley, and takes care of the world Champion Phillies AAA farm team, the Lehigh valley
Iron Pigs......Hmmmm, mules, pigs.......i guess he doesn't treat any other teams with barnyard animal names......but I am not sure......l have faith in him...but not the system that makes my kid wait so long..
in physical and emotional pain.......call me a crybaby..but thats the way it is......SERENITY NOW !!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 12, 2008, 09:29:00 PM
muledaddy

Why isn't the school taking care of it???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 12, 2008, 10:56:17 PM
Quick question about my alma mater... I'm a '92 Red Devil grad, (did not play football but i played baseball there) is Dickinson as bad as there record shows, a 5-4 record isn't up the "normal" Red Devil standard. That being said, with most of the offense returning and most of the defense leaving, how would you expect them to be next season? and I hate to say this, but Go Mules and represent the CC with pride.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 13, 2008, 09:56:05 AM
CC, The Red Devils could very well be 8-1 going into the final week of the season. Lost opening game to Hobart (7-1) by 7. Devils had the lead late in the game only to let up two TD's in the final minutes. Lost to McDaniel by 7. Game was played in the pouring rain and the Devils fumbled twice inside the five yard line. Still had a chance to tie when time ran out and they were inside McDaniel's ten yard line. Lost to Hopkins (7-2) by 2. Were down 33-0 only to miss a tying two point conversation with a minute to go. Lost to Muhlenberg by 6. Although they lose some players on Defense, they should be ok for next season. They have all their key players back on Offense and started two Freshman on the O line who can only get better.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 13, 2008, 10:12:13 AM
Muledaddy, take it from someone who feels your frustration with the healthcare situation. I also pay almost $20,000 a year for Health Insurance. Like I said yesterday, I had to go through TWO children a year apart who suffered ACL injuries. The frustarting part is not knowing what the injury actually is at this point. We had to see our Family doctor first to get a referral for an X Ray(waste of time) because we couldn't get an MRI without an X ray first. Then in both cases we had to wait a week or so before we could schedule the MRI. I think it will go smoothly once you know the extent of the damage if any. I too felt my kids should be treated like like a pro athlete. When Donovan McNabb hurt his knee, he and the Eagles both knew what was going on within 24 hours. In both of my children's cases, we didn't know until almost TWO WEEKS later. It is my understanding that my health insurance is primary also if my son gets hurt playing for Dickinson unless it is an emergency.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 13, 2008, 11:45:44 AM

Mates,
The preliminary verdict is in...it's an ACL tear.......we get a brace, he does some exercises, he may or may not have a shot at the 2nd round in the playoffs...
and surgery will probably be done over the Christmas break.All things being considered,
I am ok, he is ok, his mom is ok...it was the delay and insurance company bull**** that was driving us crazy........
    On another topic, I felt that Dickinson was going to be very strong pre-season.
I can see how they got a few bad bounces..I had picked them 2nd in my preseason poll...they will be kickass next year since they have a great core
returning.
                 Moravian was more of a preseason sleeper, although they were on my radar because they had talented young kids last season.
                  Hopkins was tough last year so I felt they would be tougher this year, having figured them for a 3rd behind Dickinson.
                  Gettysburg was a queston mark preseason, knowing they had the arm, but wondereing if they had the receivers and the defense.
                   The rest played out about as expected, in a great season of CC football, which has made me seriously think theat I am hoked for life on CC- D3.
Good day, good fortune, God Bless, and thanks for all the suport during the insane delay.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 13, 2008, 12:14:34 PM
Muledaddy
I'm very happy that things turned out the way they did for your son, tell him to hang in there.
These Mules have to bring there A Game for this Saturday against a very good Moravian Team, Moravian has everything to gain and nothing to lose, so the gloves will be off, and the rain gear will be on. Thats one thing that i have noticed about this team they never look ahead, which i think has added to there success this year and last year.
So this should be a real good game to watch from both sides of the field.

GO MULES !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on November 13, 2008, 01:01:36 PM
I noticed that someone posted the following "What a shame for the Juniata team! Coach Alt did a good job with that program. They were moving in the right direction!"

The Eagles won what, a game a year under Alt for 5 years and he thinks the team was headed in the right direction?  Players came and went, the common denominator in 5 years was Alt and his POOR decisions. 

Whether it was picking assistant coaches or choosing which players played where, or his failure to make changes to his offense to reflect the skill level of his players.

Coach Alt is a gentleman and a very nice guy but he reached the pinnacle of ineptitude as a head coach. 

The Juniata athletic administration may have set that program back 10 years keeping him around that long.

Murphy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 13, 2008, 01:15:23 PM
I absolutely agree with that statement. 5 wins in 5 years does not cut it. I've had the opportunity to meet Alt and he was a class act, just time to move on from the program.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 13, 2008, 01:54:34 PM
It was my understanding being up at Huntingdon last weekend that Juniata is wiping the slate clean and will let the new coach pick his own staff. Probably a good idea.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 13, 2008, 09:24:21 PM
Almost forgot to do this.  Tomorrow will be my ninth day on jury day.  I hope it ends tomorrow.

Well here goes:
Guess-em's for 11/15/08

Muhlenberg
F & M
Dickinson
John Hopkins

Bonus--Ithaca-only because I was born in Ithaca 60 years ago.  My parents were completing grad work at Cornell.

Fun--Millsap

I, too, hope Muledaddy's son recovers quickly.
I currently wear a full ankle brace from an injury suffered in 1969 due to a college sports injury.
Fortunately, medical care has improved drastically.  Unfortunately, the system has gotten worse.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 13, 2008, 10:03:13 PM
Mule:

Hopefully your son will be able to play in round two. Bummer having to undergo a procedure over Christmas break. But they are young and recover quickly.

Looks like a wash out for Sat. Will watch live stats as stated before.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 13, 2008, 10:07:22 PM
The Lehigh Valley press is heating up the game

Moravian: http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/1226552797238360.xml&coll=3 (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/1226552797238360.xml&coll=3)

Muhlenberg:
http://www.mcall.com/sports/all-schuler.6667143nov12,0,4218345.column (http://www.mcall.com/sports/all-schuler.6667143nov12,0,4218345.column)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 13, 2008, 10:18:25 PM
Lets look at some of the special team players that could become All Conference

PUNT RETURN AVG         Team Cl  G  Ret  Yds TD Long   Avg
----------------------------------------------------------
1. Jarrell Diggs....... F&M  FR  9   22  262  1   49  11.9
2. Travis Wenrich...... MCD  JR  9   16  169  0   30  10.6
3. Tyler Hall.......... JUN  JR 10   10   98  0   20   9.8


KICK RETURN AVG         Team Cl  G  Ret  Yds TD Long   Avg
----------------------------------------------------------
1. George Eager........ F&M  JR  9   12  406  1   85  33.8
2. Matt Dunker......... JUN  JR 10   10  247  0   57  24.7
3. Brandon Spayd....... JUN  JR 10   30  726  1   90  24.2

PUNTING                 Team Cl  G Punts   Yds Long   Avg
---------------------------------------------------------
1. Greg Zara........... UC   SR  9    51  2101   58  41.2
2. Michael Voskian..... MOR  SR  9    39  1503   56  38.5
3. David Mazzola....... MUHL SR  9    30  1110   64  37.0

FIELD GOALS             Team Cl  G   FG  FGA  Pct.  FG/G
--------------------------------------------------------
1. Brian Reckenbeil.... MOR  SR  9   13   19  68.4  1.44
2. Gordon Craig........ DC   SO  9    9   12  75.0  1.00
3. Michael Katz........ MUHL SO  9    7   10  70.0  0.78

FIELD GOAL PCT          Team Cl  G   FG  FGA Long  Pct.
-------------------------------------------------------
1. Gordon Craig........ DC   SO  9    9   12   38  75.0
2. Michael Katz........ MUHL SO  9    7   10   42  70.0

PAT KICKING PCT         Team Cl  G Made  Att   Pct.
---------------------------------------------------
1. Michael Katz........ MUHL SO  9   42   42  100.0
    Brian Reckenbeil.... MOR  SR  9   25   25  100.0

Defense tommorrow.

Offense line is a tough call since the only stats deal with a team effort. yds/game etc. we can let that up to the coach's.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 14, 2008, 07:17:39 PM
Congrats to Juniata's Jay Leonard.. nice article below
http://blog.pennlive.com/patriotnewssports/2008/11/leonard_completes_record_caree.html (http://blog.pennlive.com/patriotnewssports/2008/11/leonard_completes_record_caree.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 14, 2008, 07:26:59 PM
Defense time:

INTERCEPTIONS           Team Cl  G  Int  Yds TD Long Int/G
----------------------------------------------------------
1. Brandon Doyle....... MUHL SR  7    4   24  0   23  0.57
2. Carl Robinson....... MOR  SR  9    5   22  0   21  0.56
3. Matt Rathbun........ MUHL SR  9    4  164  1   50  0.44
    Chris Baldwin....... JHU  SR  9    4  110  2   45  0.44
    Daniel Burley....... MOR  SO  9    4   50  0   44  0.44
    Travis Wenrich...... MCD  JR  9    4   31  0   21  0.44

SACKS                      Team Cl  G Pos Solo Ast  Yds Total Avg/G
----------------------------------------------------------------
1. Josh Jerrold............ GC   SR  9 DE     8   1   44   8.5  0.94
2. Douglas Bocchino.... MOR  SR  9 DL     7   2   46   8.0  0.89
3. Jeremiah Lachaud.... MUHL JR  8 DE     5   0   36   5.0  0.62
4. A.J. Albert............... JHU  SO  9 LB     4   0   34   4.0  0.44
....
TACKLES FOR LOSS        Team Cl  G Pos Solo Ast  Yds Total Avg/G
----------------------------------------------------------------
1. Josh Jerrold............ GC   SR  9 DE    13   2   63  14.0  1.56
2. Matt Rathbun.......... MUHL SR  9 LB    11   3   45  12.5  1.39
3. Douglas Bocchino.... MOR  SR  9 DL     8   6   60  11.0  1.22
4. Sam Cox.................. MCD  SO  9 DL     7   4   29   9.0  1.00

PASSES DEFENDED         Team Cl  G Brup  Int Total Avg/G
--------------------------------------------------------
1. Brandon Doyle....... MUHL SR  7    7    4    11  1.57
2. Carl Robinson....... MOR  SR  9    6    5    11  1.22
    Travis Wenrich...... MCD  JR  9    7    4    11  1.22
    Daniel Burley......... MOR  SO  9    7    4    11  1.22

TACKLES (Ends/lineman)
Player                  Team Cl  G Pos Solo Ast Total Avg/G Sack
----------------------------------------------------------------
1. Douglas Bocchino... MOR  SR  9 DL    32  22    54   6.0  8.0
2. Jason Marquis....... JUN  FR 10 DL    33  24    57   5.7  1.5
3. Mark Worrilow....... UC   JR  9 DL    23  25    48   5.3  3.5
4. S Sullivan.......---... GC   SO  8 DL    22  20    42   5.2  0.0
5. Tredell Johns.....-.. DC   SR  9 DL    20  23    43   4.8  3.5

TACKLES (Linebackers)
Player                  Team Cl  G Pos Solo Ast Total Avg/G Sack
----------------------------------------------------------------
1. Mike Weick.......... MCD  JR  9 LB    49  60   109  12.1  0.5
2. Josh Roy............. JUN  SR 10 LB    58  57   115  11.5  0.0
3. Tyler Hall............. JUN  JR 10 LB    57  39    96   9.6  2.0
4. Ben Hargrave........ DC   SR  9 LB    36  49    85   9.4  1.0

TACKLES (Defensive backs)
Player                  Team Cl  G Pos Solo Ast Total Avg/G Sack
----------------------------------------------------------------
1. Chris Baldwin....... JHU  SR  9 DB    45  30    75   8.3  0.0
2. Jordan Baird........ JUN  FR 10 DB    58  24    82   8.2  0.0
3. Michael Dalton...... DC   SR  9 DB    32  37    69   7.7  0.0
4. Aaron Slaughter..... MCD  JR  9 DB    33  35    68   7.6  0.0
5. Michael Maxwell..... DC   JR  9 DB    31  29    60   6.7  2

TACKLES (Other positions)
Player           ,,,,,       Team Cl  .. G Pos Solo Ast Total Avg/G Sack
----------------------------------------------------------------
1. Joe Henry.........,,.,,.. UC   FR . 7   17  16    33   4.7  0.0
2. William Moates....,... MUHL SR  9   18  16    34   3.8  3.0
3. Mark Accomando...... MUHL SO  9  19  11    30   3.3  0.0
4. David Mazzola......... MUHL SR  9   21   6    27   3.0  0.0
5. Joe Kost..........    .... UC           5    11   1    12   2.4  0.0

Those are stats thru last Sat. games

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 15, 2008, 09:25:11 AM
Mates,
             It's 9 am and the weather is best desribed as a monsoon.The Mules season started in a hurricane,opening night agaisnst Wilkes, had a midpoint that was best described as a super-soaker,(the
F and M game), and wraps up the regular season in this mess.I do not know how Moravian has fared in the rain and muck, but the Mules have found a way to win.Wet balls,fumbles, short tempered soaked humans,
have not stopped the train.The caboose will be missing today,unable to block for his backfield buddy,run
those short yardage first downs, pick up those short pass yardage plays that sometimes turn into more,
and return those kickoffs for good field position.After 4 yrs of D3 football, he has been relelgated by injury to a
sideline spot where he will be the  2nd biggest cheerleader for the guys on the field, his dad being no. 1.

GO MULES.......GO....GO.. GO...for you have given us so much.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 15, 2008, 10:21:13 AM
I wish I could send some of our weather to you today.  It will be in the eighties, dry and very windy here in Socal.  I woke up a little while ago to a sunrise blocked out by stinking, thick black smoke filling the entire sky from the fires 75 mile away in Santa Barbara.   Sadly,  :'( I will not be able to listen to the broadcast of the Moravian game on WMUH over the internet as I will be playing the blues, literally, as I am a musician (among other things).

Old, I really appreciate the links to news articles about the Mules and the CC conference.  The LA Times doesn't write to many articles about the Mules.  LOL!.  ;D

Muledaddy, I know you and your son are down in the dumps and I share your pain.  Like I said before, I have been following these posts for 2 years and feel like I know you. Please let us all know what his prognosis is for playing in the playoffs.

Good luck to the Mules!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 01:00:10 PM
Nice article about McDaniel linebacker Mike Weick

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/11/15/sports/esports111508.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/11/15/sports/esports111508.txt)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 01:16:07 PM
Gettysburg -7 -- F & M- 0
Moravian 7  -- Muhlenberg 0    3 big penelties against the Muhls already
Dickinson 7 -- Ursinus 0
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 01:21:23 PM
Ithaca 14--- Cortland 10
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 01:24:17 PM
Dickinson 14 --- ursinus ^
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 01:39:28 PM
Moravian 14    Muhlenberg 0
Dickinson 14    Ursinus     12
Gettysburg 14  F & M         7

all second quarter scores
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 01:50:36 PM
Hopkins 14    McDaniel 0
Gettysburg 33   F & M  7
Dickinson 14   Ursinus 12
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 01:59:53 PM
Moravian 14   Muhlenberg    7 at the half
No change in the other games
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 02:20:32 PM
Ithaca 28    Cortland 13
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 02:34:55 PM
Dickinson 17   Ursinus  12

all other games still the same
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 02:38:41 PM
Muhls block a punt and score

Tied 14=14 late in the third quarter
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 02:44:29 PM
Ithaca 25  Cortland 13

The only reason I am kepting an eye on this game because it could change where the Muhls may go..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 02:59:57 PM
Dickinson 23   Ursinus 12     4th qtr
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 03:01:57 PM
Gettysburg 40  F & M  7

Ithaca wins

Muhls keeps getting penelties hurting drives  11 for 83 yds
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 03:05:55 PM
Dickinson 30 Ursinus 12

Mitchell 185yds passing 110 yds rushing
O'Conner 120 yds revc
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hounds on November 15, 2008, 07:06:25 PM
Son ended Hounds career in good fashion,mother nature kept the weather good, and two teams put on a heck of a show, u cannot ask for more,Good wishes to the Mules as they continue on. He ended 2 and 2 against  the Mules and with living in Whitehall and following both Moravian and Muhlenberg  to beat them twice is a task.This game no different always a war
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 09:21:40 PM
Regular season pick-em finals 11/15/08 games

Old ends           4  -  1
Terrorizer24      3  -  2
69Mule              3  -  2
Reserved Seat  3  -  2
BTEXPRESS       2  -  3
Muledaddy         3  -  2
coachchris         2  -  3
Heavy300         2  -  3

Overall

Terrorizer         21  -  3  ( .875)
Old Ends          42  -  12( .778)
Muledaddy       42  -  12( .778)
Heavy300        22  -  8  ( .733)
Reserved Seat 33  -  15( .688)
BTEXPRESS      37  -  17( .685)
coachchris        35  - 19( .648)
69mule              3  -  2  ( .600)

Congrats to Terrorizer24 for winning the overall. He picked every Centennial correct until this week. I hope you are as lucky in cards or lottery.

I will continue this thru the playoff's. Plus next week I will add the ECAC games, just for the teams that get in from our conference.

So sharpen your minds and prepare for playoff pick-ems, which will continue until the final playoff game is played.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 09:38:05 PM
Did not take long for the news to hit

From the Centennial Conference home page
'Hounds Stun Muhlenberg in Overtime
(November 15) - Ryan Rempe scored on a 1-yard run in overtime to give Moravian a thrilling 27-24 overtime victory against archrival Muhlenberg. The Mules held a 21-14 with 1:11 remaining but fumbled the ball away at their own 11. Three plays later, Rempe scored to tie the game and force overtime. 'Berg's Michael Katz booted a 26-yard field goal to give the Mules a 24-21 edge, setting up Rempe's heroics. Rempe carried 41 times for 180 yards, as the Greyhounds were outgained 384-277.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 09:43:40 PM
It hits you what may have caused it. Take a look.

November 15 - Moravian 27, Muhlenberg 24
Scoring summary
Muhlenberg (9-1, 7-1)           0     7     7     7     3 -- 24
Moravian (8-2, 6-2)             7     7     0     7     6 -- 27

Mo-Ryan Rempe 1 run (Brian Reckenbeil kick), 7:28
Mo-Rempe 5 run (Reckenbeil kick), 9:45
Mu-Bobby Bushong 29 pass from Eric Santagato (Michael Katz kick), 0:20
Mu-Chris Hartzell 17 blocked punt return (Katz kick), 5:33
Mu-John DeLuca 17 run (Katz kick), 4:13
Mo-Rempe 2 run (Reckenbeil kick), 0:54
Mu-Katz 27 field goal
Mo-Rempe 1 run

Team Stats
                                  Mu        Mo
First downs                24        15
Rushes-yards            51-193    52-183
Passes comp-att-int  16-29-3   7-13-1
Passing yards           191       94
Total yards               384       277
Punts-Avg                2-28.5    4-31.0
Penalties-Yards          12-88     5-45
Fumbles-Lost              2-1       2-1
Time of possession      33:46     26:14
Sacks by-Yards            2-16      4-23

or was it the week of rest, just wanted it more, home field advantage, or injuries on the Muhlenberg side.


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 09:55:59 PM
The season came to an end, but not the way we wanted it to. You have to give credit to the coaches of both Muhlenberg and Moravian for a great game today. To the players who gave it all. To the fans who stood in bad weather to cheer for their team.

Muledaddy I do not know who feels the worst at your household. But your son cannot blame himself for not being able to play, the post above shows that certian things went a different way today. Healty or not it was the way the ball bounced today. He should feel good that he may yet get to play another day and take out his frustrations on the next opponent.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hounds on November 15, 2008, 10:02:26 PM
Big thing for hounds was the emergence of D line,Hounds switched for 3-4 to 4-3  3 games ago and were able to aplly alot of pressure and free up Lb's to fly around a little more.MuleDaddy sounds like your son was starting FB his path and my sons had to cross in previous to years son was LB,Hope Mules get a good draw
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 10:43:07 PM
in the papers
Moravian : http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf/2008/11/moravian_college_shocks_muhlen.html (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf/2008/11/moravian_college_shocks_muhlen.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2008, 10:50:12 PM
Ursinus:http://www.ursinus.edu/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=366&srcid=1038 (http://www.ursinus.edu/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=366&srcid=1038)

Hopkins:http://hopkinssports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/111508aaa.html (http://hopkinssports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/111508aaa.html) Mr Kase had another good game

Gettysburg: http://www.gettysburgsports.com/News/football/2008/11/15/081115_FM.asp?path=football (http://www.gettysburgsports.com/News/football/2008/11/15/081115_FM.asp?path=football)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hounds on November 16, 2008, 09:48:23 AM
MuleDaddy and Mules fan u can't come away from that game feeling warm and fuzzy. 14 pts against hounds defense who is physical, and hounds 3rd tailback had a great game.U run into the likes of a DelVal who is every bit a physical as hounds but alot quicker and more explosive offense could spell trouble with a capital  T, your son will be missed greatly against a quciker D.,but that is why u play the game  and you have a great coach who will be put to the test.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 16, 2008, 01:50:20 PM
I would like to hear all input about the pilot drug testing program in D3 sports. I know that it started in Sept 2007 and it is wrapping up in May 2009. Should mandatory testing be done in D3 football? What do you think?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 16, 2008, 02:47:56 PM
Now that regular season has come to an end, what do people think about all conference, and Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and Coach of the Year
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 16, 2008, 03:40:39 PM
Muhlenberg to stay in the south... 1st game against Wesley..

here is the rest of the bracket
http://www.d3boards.com/playoffs/footballbracket2008.pdf (http://www.d3boards.com/playoffs/footballbracket2008.pdf)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 16, 2008, 03:47:45 PM
Some of the articles from todays papers
Moravian:
http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-moravian-a.6673285nov16,0,2004164.story?track=rss (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-moravian-a.6673285nov16,0,2004164.story?track=rss)
http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/1226811913192040.xml&coll=3 (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/1226811913192040.xml&coll=3)

Gettysburg: http://www.eveningsun.com/localsports/ci_10997818 (http://www.eveningsun.com/localsports/ci_10997818)

McDaniel: http://www.eveningsun.com/localsports/ci_10997819 (http://www.eveningsun.com/localsports/ci_10997819)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 16, 2008, 03:50:29 PM
Stats are in click below to review
http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 16, 2008, 04:12:26 PM
Quote from: coachchris on November 16, 2008, 01:50:20 PM
I would like to hear all input about the pilot drug testing program in D3 sports. I know that it started in Sept 2007 and it is wrapping up in May 2009. Should mandatory testing be done in D3 football? What do you think?

Here is an article that you can read
http://phoenix.swarthmore.edu/2008/09/11/sports/changes-in-drug-testing-a-burden-for-diiiathletes (http://phoenix.swarthmore.edu/2008/09/11/sports/changes-in-drug-testing-a-burden-for-diiiathletes)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 16, 2008, 04:32:45 PM
 Thanks for the article old end! I have heard some buzz about steroid use in D3 football and with no rules or regulations I can see where this could be a problem.  What is the chatter on this issue.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 16, 2008, 04:46:47 PM
Only thing i know that a lot of the schools are for it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 16, 2008, 04:54:14 PM
Play-off Pick-ems
for 11/22

LaGrange ( 9-1)                   at   Millsaps ( 10 - 0)
Christopher Newport ( 8-1)  at   Washington & Jefferson (9 - 1)
Wesley ( 9  - 1)                   at    Muhlenberg  ( 9 - 1)
Hard-Simmons (9 - 1 )         at    Mary Hardin-Baylor (9 - 1 )


will add ecac later

Moravian vs Salisbury
Hopkins vs Catholic
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 16, 2008, 06:34:13 PM

Old,
Please review my picks and give me 3-2 instead of 2-3.I had Hopkins, Dickinson and Ithaca. Thanks. I do believe this puts you and I into an exact tie overall......WOW
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hounds on November 16, 2008, 06:39:54 PM
What is the word on Wesley, they beat wiedner and lost to DelVal,Lyco won the MAC and Del Val lost to FDU who moravian used to handle  for the most part,hard to get a read on them
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 16, 2008, 08:20:51 PM
muledaddy, i will save the banter for later in the week.  important information needed about tailgating.  what do i need to know?  specific lot, rules, etc. so i can get the work out to the other wesley fans.  thanks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 16, 2008, 08:31:35 PM
Weslydad,

i will try to get some info for you asap....how about it, the reunion is going  to happen.....more to follow
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: hounddaddy on November 16, 2008, 08:32:50 PM
Hey Hounds, apparently everybody is ignoring you.  I'll give you some love.  Great game yesterday and watching it again today on TV replay was even sweeter.  I'm not gonna gloat after Moravian won a huge end of season and end of carrer game for our sons.  I've been a reader and not a contributor to this blog for a couple years.  I like to see what folks are saying.  I think it has been cool to see our kids play in the MAC for 2 years and the CC for 2 years and get a flavor for the style of each league.  I think that Moravian has to recruit a little bit differently in the CC and I believe that will manifest itself in the next couple years.  More speed and a little less smash mouth style.  Regarding the Mules, I am gauging this on only seeing them a couple times, but they look very average compared to last years team.  I don't think that any of the Moravian kids doubted that they could win yesterday if they played a solid game.  Last year was definitely a different story.  Anyway, I've enjoyed reading the blog postings in the past and I will continue to involve myself in the future.  Good Luck to the Mules and hopefully Moravian, if they are fortunate enough to get an ECAC bid tomorrow.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 16, 2008, 09:03:19 PM

Houndfans,
                       Congratulations on your win.It hurts to lose a chance to go undefeated back to back,

but i guess it just wasn't in the cards.I hope you get an ECAC game and do well. Your school is a fine

addition to the CC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 16, 2008, 09:33:34 PM
No comments about CC Awards?? I think it will be interesting to see if Kase or Deluca will be 1st Team Running back.
Title: All-Centennial Conference Team
Post by: commish on November 17, 2008, 09:01:51 AM
The voting for the All-Conference team takes place later this morning, as the Centennial coaches gather for the annual meeting in Lancaster.  So get those picks in now ... we'll have it posted for you later this afternoon.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 17, 2008, 10:14:06 AM
Muledaddy, sorry the Mules didn't run the table, but your post above to Houndaddy shows some class. Good luck against Wesley. The other CC fans will be pulling for you to make a nice run in the playoffs.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on November 17, 2008, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Hounds on November 16, 2008, 06:39:54 PM
What is the word on Wesley, they beat wiedner and lost to DelVal,Lyco won the MAC and Del Val lost to FDU who moravian used to handle  for the most part,hard to get a read on them

It's called having a bad day with 2 key fumbles and 16 penalties for 145 yards.  Wesley has done really well in cleaning up play the last couple of games.    If Wesley doesn't make mistakes, it's a tough nut to crack. 

-Ski
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 17, 2008, 11:08:35 AM
Quote from: Teamski on November 17, 2008, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Hounds on November 16, 2008, 06:39:54 PM
What is the word on Wesley, they beat wiedner and lost to DelVal,Lyco won the MAC and Del Val lost to FDU who moravian used to handle  for the most part,hard to get a read on them

It's called having a bad day with 2 key fumbles and 16 penalties for 145 yards.  Wesley has done really well in cleaning up play the last couple of games.    If Wesley doesn't make mistakes, it's a tough nut to crack. 

-Ski

Teamski,

Wesley is an interesting team to look at.  My (rhetorical) question is... have the mistakes you mention from a bad day been cleaned up, or is it a result of the level of competition the last two weeks?

Time will tell, but I believe they have a shot to go all the way to South Region Finals, and then its a toss up with Millsaps...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on November 17, 2008, 11:11:26 AM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on November 17, 2008, 11:08:35 AM
Quote from: Teamski on November 17, 2008, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Hounds on November 16, 2008, 06:39:54 PM
What is the word on Wesley, they beat wiedner and lost to DelVal,Lyco won the MAC and Del Val lost to FDU who moravian used to handle  for the most part,hard to get a read on them

It's called having a bad day with 2 key fumbles and 16 penalties for 145 yards.  Wesley has done really well in cleaning up play the last couple of games.    If Wesley doesn't make mistakes, it's a tough nut to crack. 

-Ski


Teamski,

Wesley is an interesting team to look at.  My (rhetorical) question is... have the mistakes you mention from a bad day been cleaned up, or is it a result of the level of competition the last two weeks?

Time will tell, but I believe they have a shot to go all the way to South Region Finals, and then its a toss up with Millsaps...

Ask Salisbury.

-Ski
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 17, 2008, 11:22:01 AM
When does the ECAC bids come out? I would assume that Moravian and Hopkins will get a bid if they both applied.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SU Backer on November 17, 2008, 11:43:47 AM
  I don't have a dog in this fight, but since ski threw us in this mix (ask Salisbury)....Wesley is the real deal, make no mistake, unless they were to beat themselves somehow, I think they will roll into the South finals. Salisbury is very good; (17 point win over CNU, whipped Geneva by 42, a team that handled TMC handily I think, beat St John Fisher on the road etc., our 2 losses were to MAC co-champ Del Val @ their house when they were pretty hot and a 2 score loss to Wesley) and I can tell you we just physically got beat by a better team against Wesley. They are good.....you don't know how that pains me to say :(
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 17, 2008, 12:06:24 PM
I would like to say Congratulations to Moravian College for a very hard fought win on saturday, i had said last week that you could throw away the records books, stats, past games....this was a real war and i can see that this Hounds Team is going to be a force next year.
About Wesley this Saturday, another war in the making, and i know a lot has been said about them and thats all well and good, but please don't think that this Mule Team is just going to role over and play dead and i know Wesley won't either.
So Wesley fans welcome to Allentown and good luck to both teams !

GO MULES !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 17, 2008, 12:09:51 PM
SU,

I'm not bringing TMC into this.  But since you brought it up... no, it wasn't handily... 17-13.  No excuses... the kids learned an important lesson about having to show up to every game.  They were coming off the weekend... beating W&J for the PAC title.  

The funny thing is... I didn't expect this kind of reaction from teamski, maybe from some of the other homers on here...

I said that I definitely feel like they can make the South Finals, but the key is... that they've put their bad days (not my words) behind them.  

Good luck,


also, I can tell you that I was picking Salisbury to be "in"... shame that they weren't. 

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on November 17, 2008, 12:23:32 PM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on November 17, 2008, 12:09:51 PM

The funny thing is... I didn't expect this kind of reaction from teamski, maybe from some of the other homers on here...


Sorry about that...... :-\

-Ski
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 17, 2008, 12:34:28 PM
You're good.  I've got my eye on Wesley..

I think any one of Wesley/MHB/Millsaps would be a great challenge for the west region in the final 4.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2008, 12:51:56 PM
Mule since you changed your picks after I wrote them down I missed your change.

Sorry and it has been corrected.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2008, 12:56:12 PM
Basicly Moravian had a super day and Muhlenberg had their bad day. The stats posted before show that they were off.

Team Stats
                                  Mu        Mo
First downs                24        15
Rushes-yards            51-193    52-183
Passes comp-att-int  16-29-3   7-13-1
Passing yards           191       94
Total yards               384       277
Punts-Avg                2-28.5    4-31.0
Penalties-Yards          12-88     5-45
Fumbles-Lost              2-1       2-1
Time of possession      33:46     26:14
Sacks by-Yards            2-16      4-23

not like the muhls
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on November 17, 2008, 12:57:40 PM
Well, I'm not going to be the one to roll in and say that Wesley is going to absolutely crush Muhlenberg.  I know the Mules are savoring the opportunity to avenge last year's playoff loss.  Wesley needs to take the Mules seriously.  One of the saving graces this season is the fact that Wesley has been on the road for all but three games this season.  So, I wouldn't expect the home field advantage to be that significant.

-Ski
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2008, 01:07:18 PM
One can compare stats and other things, but it comes down to game day.
Who wants it more than the other guy? Who is better prepared. The biggest thing might be the weather, which we will have to watch throughout the week.
Forecasst now is mid 30"s
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2008, 01:12:00 PM
Looks like Moravian vs Salisbury ECAC

http://www.moravian.edu/athletics/football/schedule.htm (http://www.moravian.edu/athletics/football/schedule.htm)

John Hopkins vs Catholic ECAC
http://hopkinssports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/sched/jhop-m-footbl-sched.html (http://hopkinssports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/sched/jhop-m-footbl-sched.html)

Will modify pick-ems to so this.

Not only will their be banter on the Wesley - Muhlenberg game
now the Salisbury- Moravian game.


Congrats to both teams for the ECAC nod.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2008, 01:21:33 PM
In case you do not want to find them here is a copy of the pick-em's
Play-off Pick-ems
for 11/22

LaGrange ( 9-1)                   at   Millsaps ( 10 - 0)
Christopher Newport ( 8-1)  at   Washington & Jefferson (9 - 1)
Wesley ( 9  - 1)                   at    Muhlenberg  ( 9 - 1)
Hard-Simmons (9 - 1 )         at    Mary Hardin-Baylor (9 - 1 )


will add ecac later

Moravian vs Salisbury
Hopkins vs Catholic

Those from the ACFC may get in on this as well. Good luck to all
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 17, 2008, 01:58:34 PM
Old Ends, you are on top of this. If you need Stats, Ends is the man: Here goes with my picks. If I wait until the end of the week, I will probably change my mind several times after reading all the expected banter;

MILLSAPS over LaGrange ( Millsaps has a former Bama HC and LaGrange is a new program)
W & J over CNU ( both experienced playoff teams, I think the Presidents have the better offense)
MUHLENBERG over Wesley( On paper it should go the other way,but I think the Mules learned from their first loss last week and are looking for revenge from last year)
MHB over HS ( picked this game with a coin toss)

ECAC
SALISBURY over Moravian ( Think the Hounds will be emotionally spent after beating the Mules)
HOPKINS over Catholic ( This should be a close and exciting game)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 17, 2008, 02:09:42 PM
You know after looking at all the ECAC games including Kean at Delaware Valley and Albright at Monclair State these games make for some interesting match ups. They let the fans see how the various conferences compare on the field since, in most cases, the conferences don't schedule each other in the regular season. I know last year the Centennial Conference did very well in their ECAC games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2008, 07:00:27 PM
Thanks BTE:

Well here it is the All- Conference:http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/All_CC_FB.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/All_CC_FB.pdf)

Congrats to all. Muledaddy you got bragging rights on all of us for the rest of this year( ending 12/31/08).

Won't say any more until all of read the selections.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2008, 07:11:18 PM
This is not football related but some of the Conference schools are in the article about raising money for the schools:
http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/education/bal-md.college16nov16,0,3755318.story (http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/education/bal-md.college16nov16,0,3755318.story)

It is not all about the sports. Keeping pace with what the student needs to stay with other colleges and to attract the best to the school takes money.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2008, 07:31:32 PM
ECAC Lambert Poll
ECAC® Lambert Meadowlands
Division III Football Poll
presented by FieldTurf Tarkett

1. Ithaca
1. Wesley
3. Cortland State
4. Muhlenberg
5. Washington & Jefferson
6. Trinity
7. Salisbury
8. Hobart
9. Montclair State
10. Rensselaer


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2008, 07:41:35 PM
Overall three teams from the Conference, Muhlenberg, Moravian and John Hopkins are getting a chance to play another game. Depending on how they do only helps the status of the Conference. Win or lose it is a big start to getting the recognition that is needed overall.

Good luck to all, both our Conference and players.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 17, 2008, 07:47:50 PM
old ends

Unfortunately no one outside the ECAC gets it about the extra game ... But it is something extra for the seniors to play one more game...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 17, 2008, 09:56:52 PM

Mates,

Congrats to all 3 CC teams getting post season play.Good luck to all. Special congrats to players of the year DeLuca and Rathbun, as well as their coach, The Duke.The Mules have a very
tough game coming up, the Wolverines being at least as strong as last year, when the Mules
only hung with them for a half.
Defense will either win the game for the Mules, by containing the explosive offense and keeping the number of points scored by Wesley to 26 or less, or the Mules or in trouble. Every defensive player must
play the game of his life for the Mules to prevail.SPecial teams must get the job done, with punting, place kicking, and kick coverage being critical.GO MULES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 17, 2008, 10:03:52 PM
muledaddy, hope all is well with your son.  you make good points for the game, add one more thing to it, turnovers.  if wesley has them they will be in trouble, if they dont then they will be tough.

any info for me on tailgating?  the weather looks good for the weekend.  only 4 more days.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on November 18, 2008, 06:44:58 AM
pick em's

millsaps
W&J
wesley
mh-baylor

salisbury
hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 18, 2008, 11:13:30 AM
pick em's
Millsaps
W&J
Mulenberg
Hard-Simmons
Moravian
Hopkins

Good luck to all cetennial teams, go get us the respect we deserve!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 18, 2008, 04:51:48 PM
Mates,

  Picks on a chilly Tuesday afternoon (weather about the same as that predicted for Allentown on Sat)
1.Milsapps
2.Hopkins
3.Moravian
4.Hardin-Simmons
5. mules
6. W and J
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 18, 2008, 06:53:53 PM
muledaddy, you stated that we can park on the street around the stadium and hang there with little bother, is that true?  will you be in the parking lot?  if so i have no problem dragging my stuff to a different location and sharing some fun banter before the game :D  is muhlenburg like most no adult beverages places, if they dont see it they dont say anything?  as far as the weather, cold is better that wet :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 18, 2008, 07:34:40 PM

Wesleydad,
Yep. Lots of red plastic cups seem to be around, rather than original containers.I will be there by 10 or so
and will make sure you have my cell if I do not know where my location is oing to be  in advance.Let's
see if the school gives a little hand and finds us some space where cars can park and fans can grill a dog, eat a sandwich, aand siip a beverage. I really  look forwad to meeting yyou as a fellow parent and D3 fan.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 18, 2008, 08:01:11 PM
The Centennial Conference Fall Academic Honor roll has been released.
Congrats to all 49 players from each of the conference's schools have made the list. It it an honor to see that many names on this list.

Here it is:http://www.centennial.org/AHR/fall_08.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/AHR/fall_08.pdf)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 18, 2008, 08:05:39 PM
For the last week of the season Congrats to the following:
Ryan Rempe, Moravian Offensive player of the week
Drew Morrissey, Moravian- Defensive player of the week
Matt Cahill, McDaniel and Chris Hartzell, Muhlenberg Co Special players of the week

The rest can be viewed here:http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/1116.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2008/1116.pdf)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 18, 2008, 08:10:22 PM
Final stats are in:

2008 Centennial Conference Football Team Statistics Through games of Nov 17, 2008


SCORING OFFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg......-----.... 10   45  45   0   0   8   0  339  33.9
2. Gettysburg.......------... 10   46  38   0   0   5   0  329  32.9

SCORING DEFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg............... 10   22  16   1   0   2   1  158  15.8
2. Moravian................... 10   23  20   0   0   5   1  175  17.5

PASS OFFENSE             G   Att  Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds  Avg TD Yds/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Gettysburg............. 10   274  161  13  58.8 2220  8.1 14 222.0
2. Muhlenberg............ 10   244  150   8  61.5 2097  8.6 20 209.7

PASS DEFENSE             G   Att  Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds  Avg TD Yds/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall. 10   253  125  11  49.4 1343  5.3  8 134.3
2. McDaniel................ 10   249  125  11  50.2 1553  6.2 10 155.3
3. Muhlenberg............ 10   274  132  17  48.2 1564  5.7  5 156.4

|--Gained--||---Lost---|
TURNOVER MARGIN          G  Fum Int Tot Fum Int Tot Mar  Per/G
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Moravian............ 10   17  16  33  12   8  20 +13   1.30
2. Muhlenberg.......... 10    4  17  21   7   8  15  +6   0.60

View the rest here: http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confldrs.htm)

If you want to compare Wesley and or Salisbury click below
http://www.acfcfootball.com/seasons/2008/stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.acfcfootball.com/seasons/2008/stats/confldrs.htm)


Enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 18, 2008, 08:46:18 PM
Every week D3football has articles Around the Region. Our region is the Mid- Atlantic. I have enjoyed reading this every week and as before ask for you to read it, which I hope you have.. http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midatlantic/2008/Macon+faces+a+tall+task (http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midatlantic/2008/Macon+faces+a+tall+task)

One thing as parents, we must show the student athletes that we to can learn no matter what our ages. We can not be experts in everything, but learn from those in fields we are not. I must say that this is one of the first years I have enjoyed reading this article and therefore have learned as well. I am not saying this to get brownie points from Ryan, to old for that, he has done a super job with this sector.

Thanks Ryan
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 18, 2008, 09:09:18 PM
Muledaddy play the simulator again:
http://www.nationalsportsrankings.com/joomla/index.php?option=com_oneonone (http://www.nationalsportsrankings.com/joomla/index.php?option=com_oneonone)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 18, 2008, 09:18:19 PM


Old,

the simulator now says Mules win 20 of 25 games, avg margin of victory being 7 pts.....great
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 18, 2008, 09:28:57 PM
 
Quote from: muledaddy on November 18, 2008, 09:18:19 PM


Old,

the simulator now says Mules win 20 of 25 games, avg margin of victory being 7 pts.....great


It's those other five times you have to watch out for though ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on November 18, 2008, 10:47:06 PM
Quote from: old ends on November 18, 2008, 08:46:18 PM
Every week D3football has articles Around the Region. Our region is the Mid- Atlantic. I have enjoyed reading this every week and as before ask for you to read it, which I hope you have.. Macon faces a tall task (http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midatlantic/2008/Macon+faces+a+tall+task)

One thing as parents, we must show the student athletes that we to can learn no matter what our ages. We can not be experts in everything, but learn from those in fields we are not. I must say that this is one of the first years I have enjoyed reading this article and therefore have learned as well. I am not saying this to get brownie points from Ryan, to old for that, he has done a super job with this sector.

Thanks Ryan

Thank you, old ends. Your note means a lot.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on November 19, 2008, 05:21:13 PM
Just sending a Congrats to the CC teams with one game left to play. Its a great thing to be able to get those dedicated seniors one more shot at the game they love and cherish. I hope for 3 big wins this weekend, but we all know that Muhlenberg has a uphill battle this weekend. Mules, Hounds and Jays.... represent the CC right and everyone be safe and good luck!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 19, 2008, 06:49:05 PM
Picks for 11/22

Millsaps-stats look better and it is a home game
W & J again picking the homer
Muhlenberg--Because it is the Centennial champ at home
MHBU--toss up going with the homer
Moravian--Centennial
John Hopkins-- Centennial

OK I admit that I am routing for the home teams and Centennial teams. But then this would not be the Centennial page.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 19, 2008, 07:20:28 PM
Ok I am going to try and do a little thing with the NCAA stats and where Muhlenberg and Wesley fall with the stats.

Muhlenberg's numbers are or the right followed by the national leader then the conference leaders
TEAM RANKINGS
235 teams ranked in Division III
9 teams ranked in the Centennial Conference
 
Category         National       Actual      National      Actual     Conf    Centennial Conference  Actual
                           Rank                           Leader                     Rank              Leader

Rushing Offense      30        217.40     Salisbury     397.00       2             Dickinson               229.00
Passing Offense      73        209.70     Hartwick      401.89       2            Gettysburg             222.00
Total Offense          23         427.10     Mount Union 541.80      2            Gettysburg            438.20
Scoring Offense      32           33.90  Monmouth (Ill.)  49.10      1            Muhlenberg            33.90
Rushing Defense    41         101.80    Mount Union    43.00      1            Muhlenberg            101.80
Pass Efficiency         7            89.76   Cal Lutheran   72.87       1             Muhlenberg           89.76
Defense
Total Defense        17         258.20    Mount Union  158.90       1            Muhlenberg           258.20
Scoring Defense    31           15.80    Mount Union      6.00       1           Muhlenberg              15.80
Turnover Margin    44               .60        Aurora           2.30        2             Moravian                  1.30
Pass Defense        35         156.40    Salve Regina  110.89       3         Frank. & Marsh.        134.30
Passing Efficiency  16         154.18    Mount Union   207.56      1          Muhlenberg              154.18
Sacks                     80             2.00    Mount Union       3.90     5              Moravian                   2.40

Wesley( it seems that NCAA has grouped this conference with Independents, some of the conference leaders are
            not in the conference.)

Rushing Offense    25         226.44      Salisbury       397.00      4           Salisbury                397.00
Passing Offense    81         206.22       Hartwick       401.89      1            Wesley                  206.22
Total Offense        20          432.67   Mount Union     541.80      2          Salisbury                460.70
Scoring Offense    14            39.11   Monmouth (Ill.)   49.10      2          Salisbury                  42.70
Rushing Defense  19            82.67    Mount Union      43.00      1            Wesley                   82.67
Pass Efficiency
Defense                47          104.49    Cal Lutheran      72.87      2       Neb. Wesleyan           89.72
Total Defense       10          250.11    Mount Union     158.90      1            Wesley                250.11
Scoring Defense   12            13.22    Mount Union         6.00      2       Neb. Wesleyan           11.20
Turnover Margin 117                .00        Aurora              2.30       5      Neb. Wesleyan                .60
Pass Defense       52          167.44    Salve Regina     110.89      4            Becker                 138.00
Passing Efficiency  3           172.85    Mount Union      207.56     1            Wesley                 172.85
Sacks                 T-110           1.89    Mount Union           3.90     5          Salisbury                    3.00

Overall the numbers are close... going to be a very good game


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 19, 2008, 09:08:36 PM
Old,

thanks for the stats.I would not have guessed that the numbers were as close as they came out.
I thought it was going to be a good contest and your research bears that out. I will look for the limper
and the golf club cane. The suspense is mounting. I am excited about the game also.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 20, 2008, 07:40:42 AM
I just want to wish Muhlenberg College Football Team good luck this Saturday and i know as always you will make The Centennial Conference proud !
God Speed !

GO MULES !!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HeardEnough on November 20, 2008, 09:14:06 AM
Can anyone provide some advice on where to park at Johns Hopkins. From what I understand the parking situation in not ideal.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 20, 2008, 10:38:35 AM
You can park along the street on West University Parkway right behind the visitors grandstands and walk 100 yards to the stadium. If there are no spots left,there is a parking garage at a hotel on West University Parkway again across the street from the visitors grandstands. There are signs and a parking attendent waving a flag, you can't miss it. I believe it is $8 to park for a game. If you park in the garage, you are 200 yards away from entering the stadium.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HeardEnough on November 20, 2008, 11:04:36 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 20, 2008, 10:38:35 AM
You can park along the street on West University Parkway right behind the visitors grandstands and walk 100 yards to the stadium. If there are no spots left,there is a parking garage at a hotel on West University Parkway again across the street from the visitors grandstands. There are signs and a parking attendent waving a flag, you can't miss it. I believe it is $8 to park for a game. If you park in the garage, you are 200 yards away from entering the stadium.


Thank you!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 20, 2008, 03:16:02 PM
An article about McDaniel Football--hope it works for them
Terrorizer24 enjoy the read

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/11/20/sports/dsports112008.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/11/20/sports/dsports112008.txt)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 20, 2008, 04:13:20 PM
Well now Catholic and John Hopkins

Catholic

Category             National   Actual    National   Actual    Conf     Old Dominion              Actual
                             Rank                    Leader              Rank     Athleti Conference
                                                                                                    Leader

Rushing Offense   205         89.30   Salisbury  397.00      7        Randolph-Macon       171.70
Passing Offense    13        304.20    Hartwick  401.89      3        Hampden-Sydney     360.90
Total Offense        47        393.50     Mt Union  541.80     3        Hampden-Sydney     470.50
Scoring Offense    37          32.80 Monmouth (Ill.) 49.10  1        Catholic                      32.80
Rushing Defense 202       204.90    Mt Union     43.00     7         Emory & Henry           87.30
Pass Efficiency      95        114.19  Cal Lutheran 72.87    3         Emory & Henry         110.90
Defense
Total Defense     200        396.20   Mt Union    158.90    7          Emory & Henry        286.80
Scoring Defense 104          22.30   Mt Union       6.00     2          Emory & Henry         15.90
Turnover Margin     5            1.60    Aurora         2.30     1           Catholic                     1.60
Pass Defense     132       191.30 Salve Regina 110.89   1            Catholic                  191.30
Passing Efficiency 11       160.59    Mt Union     207.56   1            Catholic                  160.59
Sacks                   24            2.80   Mt Union          3.90  1           Catholic                      2.80


John Hopkins


Rushing Offense   61      182.40  Salisbury       397.00  5           Dickinson               229.00
Passing Offense   92      200.90  Hartwick        401.89  3         Gettysburg              222.00
Total Offense       57      383.30   Mt Union       541.80   4        Gettysburg              438.20
Scoring Offense   78        27.00 Monmouth (Ill.) 49.10   4         Muhlenberg              33.90
Rushing Defense 74      122.40   Mt Union          43.00  2         Muhlenberg            101.80
Pass Efficiency     64      109.67 Cal Lutheran     72.87  5         Muhlenberg              89.76
Defense
Total Defense     95       321.20  Mt Union        158.90  4          Muhlenberg            258.20
Scoring Defense 81         20.10  Mt Union             6.00 4          Muhlenberg              15.80
Turnover Margin 163          -.40   Aurora               2.30 8            Moravian                  1.30
Pass Defense     149     198.80 Salve Regina   110.89  6        Frank. & Marsh.        134.30
Passing Efficiency 106   119.34    Mt Union       207.56 5          Muhlenberg             154.18
Sacks                  T-49        2.30   Mt Union           3.90  2           Moravian                    2.40
T=tied at this ranking

Looks like another good game.. What one has an advantage on the other , the other has an advantage elsewhere.


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 20, 2008, 05:19:04 PM
Good day to all!
Here are my picks:

Millsaps
Washington & Jefferson
Muhlenberg
Mary Hardin-Baylor

Moravian
Hopkins

Best wishes to the Hounds and Jays.  Maybe this year the CC can get a little more respect with 3 victories this weekend.

Go Mules!

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 20, 2008, 07:21:13 PM
muledaddy, thanks for the email you sent me with the name of a contact at muhlenberg.  only 2 days until it is on.  will see you on saturday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 20, 2008, 08:42:29 PM
Now the Moravian vs Salisbury match up

Moravian

Category           National  Actual    National       Actual      Conf     Centennial        Actual
                           Rank                   Leader                         Rank     Conference             
                                                                                                      Leader                 

Rushing Offense   36       203.40   Salisbury      397.00       4       Dickinson          229.00
Passing Offense  187       136.70   Hartwick       401.89      8       Gettysburg       222.00
Total Offense       114       340.10  Mt Union       541.80      5        Gettysburg       438.20
Scoring Offense    81         26.30 Monmouth (Ill.) 49.10       5       Muhlenberg         33.90
Rushing Defense  99        130.50   Mt Union         43.00      4        Muhlenberg      101.80
Pass Efficiency      36         99.98   Cal Lutheran    72.87      3       Muhlenberg         89.76
Defense
Total Defense      63         301.90   Mt Union        158.90      3       Muhlenberg       258.20
Scoring Defense  44           17.50    Mt Union            6.00     2       Muhlenberg         15.80
Turnover Margin  13             1.30     Aurora              2.30     1        Moravian              1.30
Pass Defense      66         171.40   Salve Regina  110.89      4     Frank. & Marsh.   134.30
Passing Efficiency 148      111.20      Mt Union      207.56     6      Muhlenberg        154.18
Sacks                   40            2.40       Mt Union         3.90     1       Moravian                2.40

Salisbury


Rushing Offense     1         397.00      Salisbury    397.00     1        Salisbury           397.00
Passing Offense   231         63.70       Hartwick    401.89   10         Wesley             206.22
Total Offense         10        460.70      Mt Union     541.80     1      Salisbury            460.70
Scoring Offense      5           42.70   Monmouth (Ill.) 49.10    1      Salisbury              42.70
Rushing Defense   43        102.00      Mt Union         43.00    2      Wesley                82.67
Pass Efficiency      150        123.88   Cal Lutheran    72.87    7   Neb. Wesleyan       89.72
Defense
Total Defense         42        287.20      Mt Union      158.90    3        Wesley            250.11
Scoring Defense   109          23.00      Mt Union           6.00   5   Neb. Wesleyan       11.20
Turnover Margin  T-195          -.70        Aurora             2.30   9    Neb. Wesleyan          .60
Pass Defense        115       185.20    Salve Regina   110.89   7         Becker             138.00
Passing Efficiency 168         106.19      Mt Union       207.56   7        Wesley             172.85
Sacks                     18             3.00       Mt Union           3.90  1       Salisbury                3.00


Again NCAA has combined ACFC with Independents so some of the teams in Conference leaders are not in ACFC

Moravain needs another super game to stop Salisburg ground game. Maybe these Gulls do not wings.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 20, 2008, 09:12:33 PM
Just saw a chilly forecast for Allentown... Bring hand and foot warmers.

which side gets the sun,, and keep the market open late for warm ups
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: G-manWU on November 21, 2008, 01:21:06 AM
Hi everyone, sorry to intrude on your turf from the MAC board, but hopefully you guys can give me some insight on a recent development. I did the video work for Wilkes during the 2004-07 seasons, while I was an undergrad there, so I have some experience with CC teams from great games and scrimmages over my career.

I have tried to keep tabs on the former MAC teams now in the CC, and I recently learned that Coach Alt had resigned from the top gig at Juniata. I never met Coach Alt - we only played Juniata during my freshman year- but I know he had a good reputation and was well-liked in the MAC. Dose anyone know the circumstances around the coaching change, or have an idea of who may be the new boss in Huntington? Out of the 11 teams in the MAC when I stated at Wilkes, JC is the only school I have not seen a game at, and I hope to get out there to see a game someday and visit the auto museum in town.

Best wishes to all of you and to the teams and players still playing this week :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 21, 2008, 09:53:40 AM
G Man, not to be smart but here is Coach Alt's 5 year record:

2004 1-9
2005 0-10
2006 2-8
2007 1-9
2008 1-9

By all accounts he was considered a nice guy, however, I think the above record indicates why Juniata wanted a change. They are bringing a whole new staff for next year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on November 21, 2008, 11:02:18 AM
Pick ems....

LaGrange ( 9-1)                   at   Millsaps ( 10 - 0)- MILLSAPS
Christopher Newport ( 8-1)  at   Washington & Jefferson (9 - 1)- W&J
Wesley ( 9  - 1)                   at    Muhlenberg  ( 9 - 1)- MUHLENBERG
Hard-Simmons (9 - 1 )         at    Mary Hardin-Baylor (9 - 1 )- MARY HARDIN-BAYLOR

Moravian vs Salisbury- SALISBURY
Hopkins vs Catholic- HOPKINS
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 21, 2008, 02:10:21 PM
Old,

The sun shines on the Mules  side tomorrow.....but it's still going to be cold..seatwarmers/pads are in
good taste on aluminum bleachers...but the field and stadium are beautiful; there is a Starbucks
inside the  building adjacent to the end zone, and the multilevel weight/exercise room overlooks the field..
warm up breaks at halftime are great when the wind chilll is biting....but there is nowhere on this planet
I would rather be tomorrow.....this is going to be an incredible outing.......I feel it in my bones......besides
the arthritis...;
if you see a guy in red cap that says "muledaddy",  please say "hi muledaddy"......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 21, 2008, 03:27:26 PM
Play-off GUESS-ems for 11/22

Millsaps
Washington & Jefferson
Wesley
Mary Hardin-Baylor


Moravian
Hopkins

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 22, 2008, 01:36:16 AM
Gents,

Santagato knows Wesley,as does Deluca. Playcalling mix, with a 300 lb O line and no Mr Robinson on the DE spot, will result in points.How many, I don't know, but I would guess close to 30. Katz foot will get points wnen you need them.Cresta is the best wide receiver in recent Mule history.
Intense defense, although not as celebrated as last year's team, can and must get the job done.
Pressure McSweeneey, contain Beavers, Jackson, and Lanouette, steer and rope Pennewal, and the game will be a piecedof cake.....no small order......Mulesl30 to Wsley 27..........on a perfect cold football day....will Texas feel
Floridalike after Allentown? A couple good bounces and we will know. Go Mules!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 22, 2008, 07:26:03 AM
Got up early only to find that we had about 4 inches of winter white stuff on the ground with another dusting possible during the day and tonight. Therefore it makes the trip I really hoped to make out of the question. Good luck to all and will listen to it on the computer.

Just do not like driving in snow and ice anymore.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 22, 2008, 07:27:15 AM
muledaddy, not sure how you guys get 30, but if you do wesley will be in trouble.  getting ready to head up your way in about an hour, i will give you a call when i get to the college so we can meet.  pawesleyfan and teamski are also supposed to be in attendance and they know where to find me, i will be wearing the 13 jersey and my other sons army hat for good luck.  see you in a bit.

old ends, just saw your post, shame that you cant make it, was looking forward to meeting you.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on November 22, 2008, 07:30:57 AM
Let the rubber pellets fall where they may! ;)  We'll see you all there! 

-Ski
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 22, 2008, 08:03:27 AM
Time to put the plow on the tractor because I do not think it is going to melt today any time soon.. Have a great time all and stay warm.. Remember certain drinks make you warm.. others can help make it colder even though it is warm going down.. coffee, soup, tea, and hot coca, are good beer, liquor, and soda, help to dehydrate you.. be safe and warm
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 22, 2008, 09:54:20 AM
Good morning all!

It will be 73 degrees today in socal  ;D.  Will be werain' my red mule teeshirt and tuning in to WMUH on the web. 

Now everybody listen to old ends and make sure you double up on the soup to counteract all those adult beverages!

Wish I could be there.  GO MULES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 22, 2008, 03:59:58 PM
Anyone know what happened to Hopkins' starting QB today?  He's listed in the starting lineup, but nowhere to be found in the boxscore or play by play analysis.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 22, 2008, 06:26:58 PM
Well it was not a good day for the Conference.. All three teams ended the season. Today they we just not the better team. Good luck to all that played their last game today, with studies an employment after gradutation'

John Hopkins: http://hopkinssports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/112208aaa.html (http://hopkinssports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/112208aaa.html)l

Moravian: http://www.moravian.edu/athletics/football/recaps.htm#11 (http://www.moravian.edu/athletics/football/recaps.htm#11)

Muhlenberg: http://www.muhlenberg.edu/sports/fall08/1122.html (http://www.muhlenberg.edu/sports/fall08/1122.html)

enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 22, 2008, 06:30:04 PM
Pick-em results for 11/22/08

BTEXPRESS           4  -  2
Terrorizer24          4  -  2
Reserved Seat      4  -  2
69Mule                  3  -  3
old ends                3  -  3
Heavy300              2  -  4
Coachchris             2  -  4
Muledaddy             1  -  4

Will post next week's tomorrow.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on November 22, 2008, 06:50:20 PM
I wanted to pass on my congratulations to the Muhlenberg Mules for a good football game.  While I know the Muhlenberg offense didn't make much headway, the defense really stood out and kept the Wesley offense off balance.  That took some spirited play to do.  I was impressed by the pass rush that landed some pretty impressive sacks. 

I hope that Muhlenberg and Wesley will continue to play in the seasons ahead as it would definately be an excellent rivalry.   It was nice to meet Muledaddy once and for all.  ;)

-Ski
Title: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 22, 2008, 07:01:18 PM
did not see it coming... did you??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 22, 2008, 07:57:57 PM

Mulefolk,

It just wasn't our day.Congrats to Wesley, a very good team with lots of class.Wesleydad and Teamski, the pleasure was mine, meeting fellow D3 fans at the game. I only wish we were not quite as banged up
as we were, thinking that we  could have given you a better contest.We just never got going offensively, your defense being vey good.Things might have been a little different if some of our late season injuries
hadn't happened, but maybe not. l think both programs would benefit by continuing to play one another, especially if the CC seriously wants to raise its level of play a notch.I think our defense stood up pretty well overall, with the exception of the Hail Mary lapsewith no time on the clock at halftime.We droped the ball when we had our chances in the first half, a no-no in playoff competition.It's been a great run, with 2
CC titles, 4 yrs of screaming my lungs out, and a lot of wonderful friends. God bless.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 22, 2008, 08:01:03 PM
muledaddy, it was nice to meet you today.  the mules should be proud of the defensive effort they put out today.  i wish your son good luck with the surgery and you and your family a happy holiday season.  thanks for asking about my other son serving our country in the army in afghanistan.  :) 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 22, 2008, 09:38:47 PM
Old,

It comes as a shock that all 3 CC teams went down to defeat.I would have bet that it couldn't happen.

All fought hard, 2 of 3 had leads, and it just was a tough day for our cnference. I still think the  conference is getting stronger than it was in the past, but what do I know, with a 1-4 pickem record this week....
the last minute field goal in Texas was just a bellweather of a difficult day, on the 45th anniversary of
the death of Camelot.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hounds on November 23, 2008, 10:26:07 AM
Congrats to CC seniors, wish all well as they proceed to join the rest of us.Hounds gave the SeaGulls all they could ask for ,dominated them in 1st half ,but they adjusted at intermission,blown coverage on pass play was the big play.Defense  did a good job.I believe all three teams showed that the CC belongs in a playoff picture.Ater my son playing 2yrs MAC and 2yrs CC the topic comes up which is better conference.The fun now begins with who will be next year favorite, I think John Hopkins looks good,But my son will tell u as long a Mitchell qb's Dickinson u can never count them out.Mule Daddy hope surgery goes well. my son will see family Doc this week,Ater 4yrs of linebacking in college and 4 in Hs,bad shoulders and Knee after yesterdays game.My nephew is being recruited by CC schools local area QB so I will continue to follow CC football happy holidays to all
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 23, 2008, 10:46:23 AM
Delaware's online paper about yesterdays Muhlenberg--Wesley game

http://www.delawareonline.com/article/20081123/SPORTS/811230354 (http://www.delawareonline.com/article/20081123/SPORTS/811230354)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 23, 2008, 11:16:58 AM
Pick-em for 11/29/08

UW-Whitewater ( 10-1)  @  Willamette (11-0)
Wartburg ( 10-1)            @  Monmouth ( 11-0)
Washington & Jefferson(10-1) @ Millsaps (11-0)
Wesley (9-1)                  @ MHBU      (10-1)
Hobart (9-1)                   @ Mt. Union (11-0)
Curry (10-1)                    @ Cortland State (10-1)
Franklin ( 10-1)               @ No Central (11-0)
Wheaton (9-2)                @ Wabash (10-1)

Good luck
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: thewaterboy on November 23, 2008, 01:06:49 PM
muledaddy, your team fought hard. I had expected it to be another Wesley blowout. But your defense was excellent, and always putting pressure on our offense. Your QB also was good. He kind of reminded me of Doug Flutie. He was frustrating to watch though  ;) Whenever it looked like he was going to be sacked for a huge loss, he would just duck and run for a 10 yard pickup. Your defense was good and took advantage of a lot of WC mistakes. I did not think that your defense was so good. They constantly pressured our QB and you guys kept the ball out of Larry Beavers hands. So good game, and hopefully our teams will meet again in the future.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on November 23, 2008, 01:44:41 PM
 One thing that happened in the fourth quarter that we were all talking about on the Wesley side was the lack of desperation that the Mules playedin the 4th quarter. Using 2 mins and 3 plays at a clip just to go 10 yrds. That last drive last almost 9 minutes but only gatherer 60 or so yrds? Wesley's D played very well but at the point don't you try and take a crack at some long passes?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 23, 2008, 06:10:57 PM
As the year comes to another end 123 seniors played what could be the final game. Here is a list of the teams with number of gradutating seniors.

Muhl-- 16
Morv    18
J.Hopk 13
Dickin   14
Getty   9
F & M    21
Ursinus- 14
McDan   8
Juniata  10

Good luck to all.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on November 24, 2008, 06:56:42 AM
pick em's

uw-w
monmouth
millsaps
mhbu
mt. union
cortland state
north cent.
wabash
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 24, 2008, 08:21:32 AM
Good Morning to all
I would like to say something about the Muhlenberg & Wesley game, in the first quarter this game could have gone either way, i do think the cold weather had a lot to do with that, cold hands, dropped balls, fumbles, most definitely a factor.But these Mules hung in there but they lost to a very good Wesley team quick to the ball on both sides. Muhlenberg had a GREAT run these last 2 years, though its hard for the seniors to end there season like that, but one door closes and many more doors will open for these men. So congratulations to Muhlenberg for a great season and good luck to all the seniors.
Also i would like to wish Wesley the best of luck in Texas this saturday, your team showed me and others what a class group of men you have and a really good football team, at the end of the game when both teams got together in the middle of the field and got down on one knee and i assume to say a prayer ( not sure if some don't like to bring a higher source into this ), that just showed me something that i haven't seen in along time.
So GO WESLEY !!!
Good luck again in Texas !
and a HAPPY THANSKGIVING TO ALL !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 24, 2008, 06:35:07 PM
Season is over--Playoffs are finished so did everyone put their footballs away and go home????

Come on lets see who thinks what teams are hot for next year,,,

Ill go with Dickinson and Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 24, 2008, 06:44:49 PM
Guess-em for 11/29/08

UW-Whitewater
Monmouth
Washington & Jefferson
Wesley
Mt. Union
Cortland State
No Central
Wheaton
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 24, 2008, 07:47:07 PM

Old,

It's hard to argue with your picks for next year,both being really good.the question posed is whether there is a sleeper like Moravian was this year.
Between Dickinson and Hopkins, its a coin toss at this point. Mitchell and Kase make compelling candidates for the player of the year pre pre preseason picks.
Gettysburg has an interesting group coming back, Rempe sure showed us something from Moravian,
F and M qb Harrison looks like the real deal, and it looks like a rebuilding year for the Mules after 2
CC championship seasons.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 25, 2008, 10:37:12 AM
Pick ums for this week:

Whitewater
Monmouth
Millsaps
Wesley ( Just have a feeling)
Mt. Union ( now it's Hobart's turn to get beat up)
Cortland State
Frankilin
Wabash

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 25, 2008, 12:57:07 PM
Pick ems
Whitewater
Monmouth
Millsaps
MHBU
Mt. Union
Curry
North Central
Wabash
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 25, 2008, 05:07:51 PM
I would say Johns Hopkins would have to be the pre season favorite going into next season. With the return of Kase at RB and the two Freshman, Tomlin at QB and Wernick at WR their offense should be excellent. Dickinson only loses one starting tackle on offense so their offense should give Hopkins a run for their money as well. They must replace half of their defense. With Muhlenberg's run of the past few years, you can never count the Mules out, they just reload. Moravian losses alot on both sides of the ball. F & M played alot of freshman this season and they and Gettysburg could make a run to get out of the middle of the pack. Ursinus needs a good incoming recruiting class to reach  a winning season. Juniata needs a new coach and they and McDaniel appear to have a long way to go to contend for a conference championship.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hounds on November 25, 2008, 06:03:05 PM
Hopkins gets my vote, Dickinson,Gettysburg and F@M also could be deadly.Moravian does loose  quality kids.On defense they could be very good with what they have coming back, offensively the Rb finished  strong but will be new Qb
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hounds on November 25, 2008, 06:05:55 PM
I meant to say in last post there will be a new QB .
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 25, 2008, 08:53:37 PM
picks fpr 11/25/08

UWW
Monmouth
W & J
Wesley
Mt Union
Cortland
No Central
Wabash
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 25, 2008, 08:57:35 PM
Just in case I do not get here tomorrow have a happy turkey day everyone.

Happy Thanksgiving
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 25, 2008, 10:05:01 PM
Thanksgiving blessings to all!
Here goes on my picks.  I forsee a lot of upsets.  Or maybe I have a big ol' blind spot!

Willamette
Wartburg
Washington & Jefferson
Wesley               
Mt. Union
Curry                   
No Central
Wabash
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 26, 2008, 05:49:36 PM
Two players from Muhlenberg named Academic All- Americans
http://www.muhlenberg.edu/sports/fall08/1126.html (http://www.muhlenberg.edu/sports/fall08/1126.html)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 28, 2008, 09:27:29 AM

Gents,

      Happy Black Friday...some pretty good buys out there...cash is king in the beatup economy.Here is how
the ball bounces tomorrow:1. UWW (in a real good game)
2.Monmouth
3.W and J (qb shootout)
4.WESLEY
5.Mt Union
6.Curry
7.No. central
7.Wabash.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 29, 2008, 08:58:56 PM
Results for 11/29

Reserved Seat           5  -  3
Heavy300                  4  -  4
BTEXPRESS                4  -  4
Old Ends                    4  -  4
69Mule                       3  -  5
Coachchris                 3  -  5
Muledaddy                 3  -  5

Overall

Reserved Seat           9   -  5
BTEXPRESS                8  -  6
Old Ends                    7  -  7
Heavy300                  6  -  8
69Mule                       6  -  8
Coachchris                 5  -  9
Muledaddy                 4  -  9  ( last week you missed a game)
Terrorizor24               4  -  2

Well none of set the world on fire with todays picks. Reserved Seats Guess-ems did the best.

Will post next weeks games tomorrow

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: throwthebubble on November 30, 2008, 07:29:15 AM
Any word on the HC search at Juniata?

As fans who've followed the conference and Juniata (at least briefly), do you think there is potential there?  Aside from the Muhlenberg game, their scores were competitive across the board this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 30, 2008, 06:38:45 PM
Pick-ems for 12/6/08

Washington & Jefferson   @ MHBU
Cortland                         @ Mt Union
Wheaton                        @ Franklin
Wartburg                       @ U-WW

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on December 01, 2008, 08:49:05 AM
Does anyone know when the list for The All-Americans comes out ?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on December 01, 2008, 09:05:31 AM
Now that the second round is over, what do these playoffs say about Muhlenberg? Muhlenberg was a team who was ranked as high as second in the COUNTRY this season, but lost to Wesley 20-0 who then got spanked when they went down to Texas last weekend. I think Muhlenberg was a very good football. Not great, but very good. BUT, do these playoffs show that they were quite overrated by being ranked anywhere near some of the top 10 teams?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on December 01, 2008, 09:52:42 AM
Quote from: greekgeek on December 01, 2008, 08:49:05 AM
Does anyone know when the list for The All-Americans comes out ?

The D3football.com A-A list is announced during the Stagg Bowl pregame broadcast and will be posted on the site shortly thereafter.

The AFCA's list comes out sometime before the Stagg Bowl, though I don't know (or care) exactly when  ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on December 01, 2008, 10:02:50 AM
Ryan
is that a little bit of a dig towards the AFCA's list ? or you really don't care about either list ? and thanks for the info.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on December 01, 2008, 10:16:34 AM
That's a little dig at the AFCA. :) I appreciate that they put out the list and all of the players on it are exceptional players, but there are certain restrictions that don't make it all-encompassing. For example, no team can have more than one player on the list. Not to drink the Mount Union kool-aid, but I'm fairly certain that both QB Micheli and RB Kmic are worthy of first team All-American status, but only one is eligible to make the AFCA's list -- and only one it will be.

So the gold standard is the D3football.com list. ;D We just pick the best of the best without limitations.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 01, 2008, 11:06:35 AM
CC To answer your question about the Mules, yes the second place ranking was on the high side. In all reality, there are 4 or 5 schools who have a realistic shot at winning a National Championship before the season starts. The other 200 some schools have no shot. Wait until you see some of this week's scores as well in the final eight and if history repeats itself there will be a few more blow outs. Before the playoffs started, I looked at the game notes for Mount Union. Looking at their roster and I saw they had 30 Freshman listed ( that's about average for most D III schools including the CC schools). Then on the next page was the FRESHMAN roster with 104 more players listed. The CC schools can NEVER compete with that. Most CC schools carry 80 to 90 players total. I think a successful year for the CC Champion would be to win a first round game in the playoffs, then maybe a second round with a little luck. Look at what happened to Wesley this past weekend against MHB. It is just not apples to apples when it comes down to the playoffs with an average D III program.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 01, 2008, 11:46:42 AM
CC:
What BTE stated is true. All I am going to add is that between cost of admission and academic reguirements make it tough on football. Yes some of the teams in other sports do better, but overall football is not on the same calibur as other conferences. This not just for Centennial their are other as well.

Within the conference it is just good football. Year to year the top teams change as the seniors move on and the underclass players move up. The team that plays more underclass players will be the teams to beat. Overall this years top teams may not be there next year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 01, 2008, 06:39:09 PM
Ends you are right, the CC is much improved from top to bottom. The football played this year was a good,hard fought, entertaining brand of football. It's just the conference does not have that one super team that can go far on the National stage. Look at Washington & Jefferson's conference, the PAC, I think the CC is a much better overall conference than the PAC, however, W & J made it to the D III quarter finals in the playoffs. It will be interesting to see how the PAC does against the MAC when they pair the teams up against each other next season based on how they finished the season this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 01, 2008, 07:56:03 PM

Throwthebubble,

I saw your post re Juniata and I echo youur feeling that  they progressed  throughout the season and showed marked improvement, being competitive in all games except the one on my birthday, Muhlenberg.[
If they can put a decent qb out theere next year, they will make the move to the middle of the pack, rather than the cellarI really expected them to pick up 1 or 2 more wins this year and they just caught a few bad bounces ii.e.overtime, weather......I like the kids and their committment. I hope they are fortunate enough to get the right head coach.The Mules were very lucky in that department when they hired Mike Donnelly.
On day one, he told all, he will put the best 11 men on the field at all times, no favorites, no class rules,
just an honest simple depth chart;everyone always knows where he stands, and why. Go Eagles.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on December 01, 2008, 08:41:02 PM
guess-ems for 12/6/08

MHBU
Mt Union
Wheaton
U-WW
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 01, 2008, 09:10:06 PM


Guessems:

Mt Union
Mary Hardin
Wheaton
Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 02, 2008, 10:55:23 AM
PICK UMS

MHBU over W & J ( Look what they did to Wesley who I thought had a solid team)
MT UNION over Cortland State ( Next victim)
WHEATON over Franklin ( a bit of an upset)
UWW over Wartburg ( Defending champs keep rolling along)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on December 02, 2008, 01:19:26 PM
PICK UMS
Mt. Union
Whitewater
MHBU
WHEATON
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 02, 2008, 06:24:41 PM
picks for 12/6

MHBU
Mt Union
Franklin
Wartburg- upset of the day

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on December 02, 2008, 11:03:16 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 01, 2008, 11:06:35 AM
CC To answer your question about the Mules, yes the second place ranking was on the high side. In all reality, there are 4 or 5 schools who have a realistic shot at winning a National Championship before the season starts. The other 200 some schools have no shot. Wait until you see some of this week's scores as well in the final eight and if history repeats itself there will be a few more blow outs. Before the playoffs started, I looked at the game notes for Mount Union. Looking at their roster and I saw they had 30 Freshman listed ( that's about average for most D III schools including the CC schools). Then on the next page was the FRESHMAN roster with 104 more players listed. The CC schools can NEVER compete with that.
And from what I've heard, Mt Union has a full JV schedule, so by the time those 104 freshman move up with the big boys, they have plenty of game experience.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 03, 2008, 11:40:19 AM
CBE,You are correct, most D III schools play 3 or 4 JV games,and from what I understand Mount Union plays TEN. Without following the Raiders closely, I wonder how many of those 135 Freshman make it to their Senior year? Another question is if they drop off the football team, do they stay at Mount Union as regular students or do they transfer to other schools?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on December 03, 2008, 04:27:42 PM
How would MU fair against 1AA schools?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 03, 2008, 04:50:23 PM
tough to answer.. Just as DIV III their is the good, the bad, and the ugly in the championship div(1AA). You could check Mt Union football page and see if they ever played a div up.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 04, 2008, 05:55:31 PM
I just look at the all-conference teams again.. Juniata has a freshman Jason Marquia dl and a JR Andy Miller-DB.  If the new coach can keep the players and get a few more new ones they could be a big factor next year.

Just waiting to see who they might pick-up. You know I'll keep looking at the papers and let you know asap.

That may be next year though
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 07, 2008, 12:13:09 PM
Results for 12/6

Reserved Seat         4  -  0
Muledaddy              4  -  0
BTEXPRESS             4  -  0
coachchris              4  -  0
Old ends                 2  -  2

Overall

Reserved Seat       14  -  5
BTEXPRESS           13  -  6
coachchris             9  -  9
old ends                9  -  9
Muledaddy             8  -  9
Heavy300              6  -  8
69mule                  6  -  8

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 07, 2008, 12:15:18 PM
Picks for 12/13

U-WW       at  MHBU
Wheaton   at Mt Union

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 07, 2008, 02:07:06 PM
Mates,

     Mules just don't get no respect....nor does the CC . Let's get real, and then surreal.
The  Mules were undefeated last year and would have been again if injuries in game 9 (Ursinus) didn't
take 2 cylinders or sparkplugs from the offensive engine, the leading receiver (over 100 yds per game
and plenty of tds), , and the starting fullback,the undersized member of the 3  amigos in the backfield,
a run/pass blocker as good as you could find in the conference backfields, who ran the short yardage
first downs, caught the 3rd down conversion passes, and gave you 23yds per kickoff return for
field position.Cut off one arm and one leg and try to win a race; it aint happenin.
The rest of the team carried on as well as could be expected, but the losses to Moravian and Wesley just
made it clear to the Mules, their coaches, and their fans that the promise and dream of the 2nd undefeated season, much less outstanding playoff potential, were over..Any rating of the Mules before then was earned, and anyone who looks back and says otherwise did not watch the Mules closely.....the CC national rep could have grown even more....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 07, 2008, 03:12:37 PM
Muledaddy-- and your point is ????

Centennial is just one of the few conferences that, within it's self, plays good football. There may a chance that one of the teams has a great season and goes futher than round 1 or 2. This year was good to show that while three teams had good records the rest did not thus pulling the Mules and the rest down. It is looked at overall not just conference games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on December 07, 2008, 03:37:42 PM
I thought that the more telling feature is that the CC went 0-3 in post-season play.  The ECAC games gave us an idea of the level just beyond the Pool A bid.

As a conference, the throne is up for grabs every year.  It makes a good race, and fans can enjoy it.  The difference between #1 and #9 is minimal compared to what is seen in the "power conferences" that still have teams in the playoffs.   :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: roocru on December 07, 2008, 03:41:43 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on December 07, 2008, 02:07:06 PM
Mates,

     Mules just don't get no respect....nor does the CC . Let's get real, and then surreal.
The  Mules were undefeated last year and would have been again if injuries in game 9 (Ursinus) didn't
take 2 cylinders or sparkplugs from the offensive engine, the leading receiver (over 100 yds per game
and plenty of tds), , and the starting fullback,the undersized member of the 3  amigos in the backfield,
a run/pass blocker as good as you could find in the conference backfields, who ran the short yardage
first downs, caught the 3rd down conversion passes, and gave you 23yds per kickoff return for
field position.Cut off one arm and one leg and try to win a race; it aint happenin.
The rest of the team carried on as well as could be expected, but the losses to Moravian and Wesley just
made it clear to the Mules, their coaches, and their fans that the promise and dream of the 2nd undefeated season, much less outstanding playoff potential, were over..Any rating of the Mules before then was earned, and anyone who looks back and says otherwise did not watch the Mules closely.....the CC national rep could have grown even more....

Muledaddy,

I might take a little heat for this response but if I do it will be worth it!  Please stop your whining.  >:( It is getting very old and tired. 

Injuries happen to everyone.  To the best of my memory during the course of this year;
1)   UMHB lost it's starting tailback (and probable All American) for the season in the second game of the year,
2)   Lost the second tailback for at least six games in the third game of the year,
3)   Lost three more tailbacks to injuries for multiple games during the remainder of the season,
4)   Lost a total of six tailbacks during the course of the year for all or part of the season
5)             Played a total of ten different people at tailback during the course of the year
6)   Lost the starting wide receiver for two games, (same as you are crying about)
7)   Lost their starting free safety when they had to move him to tailback at the end of the year
8 )   Lost one defensive end/linebacker for several weeks during the season
9)   There are probably more I don't know about

In spite of all this UMHB beat Wesley 46-14 who beat you 20-0!!  Then beat the winner of the other half of the bracket 63-7!!  :o

If losing two starters left you an arm and a leg, I guess all UMHB had left was eyeballs.   :D

YOU DON'T GET RESPECT, YOU EARN IT!!   ::) :P
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 07, 2008, 03:44:45 PM
Thanks Ralph.. Thanks roocro...I am hoping that Muledaddy figures it out,
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on December 07, 2008, 06:58:43 PM
guess-ems for 12/13

U-WW
Mt Union
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 07, 2008, 07:35:14 PM
Roo,

Simply amazing....it sure sounds like you have a fine group of athlete-scholars;we are, fortunately or unfortunately, just a l ittle smaller, just a little slower, and just scholar-athletes......life's a bitch..and all I was saying is ....you have to live with the bounces.....get it, Mr. Roocru ? Enjoy life..its a gift...make the best of your present... Happy Hollidays...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on December 07, 2008, 08:37:03 PM
  Boy I can't imagine what muledaddy would have written had the Eagles lost to the Giants today ;) Or maybe he is a Giants fan or even worse a Cowboy fan..

Sorry Ralph and Roo ;D

Maybe some folks shouldn't type after cocktail hour!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 07, 2008, 10:10:00 PM
PaWesley,

Do you really think I am whining when I just say what's on my mind and heart?If so, thats ok with me.
Perhaps I suffer from too  sober a view of the precious experience....life...with feelings...and a heart...and sensitivity...and common sense....and who is to say what is factual in the realm of the surreal.....the term I used to preface my earlier  remarks which precipitated all this activity...its good to see some action on the
board....I'll have a life "lite"...you can enjoy your preference too...great country...gotta love the passion of a rooo, an old end, a Frank Rossi, a Pat Coleman, a ryan tipp, and a K-Mack....Happy Hollidays...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on December 07, 2008, 10:37:05 PM
muledaddy

You certainly have a different way of getting people talking!  All I am saying a little sugar and less vinager may get you a little better response.

And Happy Holidays to you and yours. Don't know how much typing I'll be doing after Friday...(arm surgery) so I'll send the well wishes now. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 07, 2008, 10:42:35 PM


PaWesley,
Good luck on 

Friday...my boy is scheduled for the knife on New Years eve.....
but no  regrets..it was the ride of a lifetime......D3 rules
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on December 07, 2008, 10:52:51 PM
Muledaddy

Good luck to you son.  I went through it with my son so I know what you are dealing with. If he does the work the knee will come back well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on December 08, 2008, 01:19:10 AM
Quote from: muledaddy on December 07, 2008, 07:35:14 PM
it sure sounds like you have a fine group of athlete-scholars;we are, fortunately or unfortunately, just a l ittle smaller, just a little slower, and just scholar-athletes......

Everyone in Division III is a scholar first and an athlete second, muledaddy. Put down the bitters.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on December 08, 2008, 01:35:30 AM
Muledaddy,

There are too many times I come on this site, see you rant and rave about underrating the Mules and then you apologize a few hours later. GET OVER IT. You had an overrating at #2 in the country. If you really think that besides Mount Union, you were the best team in the country, then you are very, very wrong. As far as coming on this site and ranting about how your son is the best blocker in the conference, and the best fullback in the conference, then you are turning into one of those stuck up parents who believes his kid should playing for the NY Giants. Don't be like that and don't downgrade people like Timmy Wells from Dickinson or deRouen from Moravian, who in most books are the 1 and 2 fullbacks in the conference. I've stated it once and will state it again, there is an elite class of teams in D3 that have a legit chance every year, and your Mules are NOT one of them.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CruAlum39 on December 08, 2008, 09:42:57 AM
Muledaddy,

Injuries are a part of football.  They suck, but you really cant use them as an excuse.  Most teams have a key injury or two by game nine.  That's a lot of games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 08, 2008, 12:35:09 PM
41 to 14, 45 to 28, 34 to 17, 63 to 7. What are these numbers? The final scores from last weekend's D III playoff games. If you read my posts from last week, history has a way of repeating itself. The four losers last week made if to the FINAL EIGHT out of 239 schools playing Division III football. Look at Washington & Jefferson for example. They have a long and storied football history. They have a former Mount Union player as their Head Coach. If you speak with their Head Coach, he will come flat out and tell you he believes his team is and/or should be a TOP TEN team every year in Division III. He expects his team to compete for the National Championship, yet deep down inside he knows they are not in Mount Union's, or St John's or Whitewater's or this year Mary Hardin Baylor's class. His team lost 63 to 7. Muledaddy, your Mules had a nice two year run. They got to make it to the big dance two years in a row, but the sad reality is there are only 4 or 5 teams that  have a chance to win a National championship in Division III. It is what it is. Just enjoy the fact that for a few weeks you were able to tell your friends, neighbors and relatives that your son was playing for the NUMBER 2 ranked team in the nation. I know I did the same thing when you came to Carlisle to play Dickinson. " Hey my son's team is playing the #2 team ranked in the nation this week." It's just not apples to apples anymore when it comes to the playoffs. The average D III football team can not compete when you compare them to the elite teams in the Nation. Look at who is left, Mt Union, Whitewater, MHB and Wheaton. Three of those teams will be there for years to come. Let's all root for Wheaton this weekend. Maybe we will witness a miracle!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Gray Fox on December 08, 2008, 01:01:31 PM
Daddy,

One of the keys to success in D3 is large squads.  This helps with the injury situation and gets guys playing in their natural  position.  Another is getting to postseason play so everybody gets more practices to prepare for the next year.

Look at the teams that are successful year after year such as UMHB, UWW, St. John's, and MUC and you will see this pattern. 

Otherwise, be happy that you get to the playoffs and that your son is getting a good education playing the sport he loves.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CruAlum90 on December 08, 2008, 02:37:37 PM
Yep, you guys are right, there are only 4 or 5 teams that legitimately have a shot to win the national championship every year.  3 of them are still playing and i'd have to stick St. Johns and possibly Hardin Simmons in that category, the only reason they have not been advancing to this level is because they keep playing us in the first round every year.  ANyways, Saturday will be an awesome test for both teams.  The Cru's advancing this year though, this team is playing its best football right now and has really jelled and come together at the end of the year when it's mattered.  Besides, I know the U wants another shot at us, seeing as though we are the only team in america with a winning record against em..... GO CRU..... GO TEXAS FOOTBALL
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 08, 2008, 03:36:11 PM
Muledaddy--- you have proved to be a motivational person.  Your posting motivated at lot of response. Have not seen that much activity on this board, post season, in a long time. But please try not to keep it up. Season is over, your sons recovery is now important. May everything go well with him for the new year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on December 08, 2008, 03:38:47 PM
As a reminder, Muhlenberg was never higher than No. 4 in our poll.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on December 08, 2008, 07:04:10 PM
muledaddy, have a great holiday.  dont change your enthusiasm for the mules, just keep it in perspective when looking at the big picture of d3football.  no need to beat a dead horse, or in this case a mule ;), making it to the top flight teams in the polls does not translate to the field, wesley has found that out 4 years now, certainly a top 10 team, but not quite a top 4 one.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 08, 2008, 08:06:39 PM

Mates,

I love d3 football.It will remain an impotant part of my life the rest of my life, as a hobby. I know that MUC,
WW, and UMHB play a different level game from the vast majority of the rest of the division.If Wheaton
can advance, it would be a nice thing, kinda like the Phillies winning the world series.It just doesn't
happen every day.(Phils have won 2 championships since 1885).
Strange as it sounds, I enjoy the banter of these boards, sincerely hoping that some of you can appreciate
that half the time I am  playing the role of the provocateur in our little debates.
Dreams can come true, most of mine have.I am blessed and grateful as we approach the time of the year where I see more gratitude and good will to our fellows than all year long. MERRY CHRISTMAS
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: roocru on December 08, 2008, 09:13:58 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on December 08, 2008, 08:06:39 PM

Mates,

I love d3 football.It will remain an impotant part of my life the rest of my life, as a hobby. I know that MUC,
WW, and UMHB play a different level game from the vast majority of the rest of the division.If Wheaton
can advance, it would be a nice thing, kinda like the Phillies winning the world series.It just doesn't
happen every day.(Phils have won 2 championships since 1885).
Strange as it sounds, I enjoy the banter of these boards, sincerely hoping that some of you can appreciate
that half the time I am  playing the role of the provocateur in our little debates.
Dreams can come true, most of mine have.I am blessed and grateful as we approach the time of the year where I see more gratitude and good will to our fellows than all year long. MERRY CHRISTMAS

Muledaddy,

I have said my piece and promised myself I would not respond again, however;

This last flowery post and saying you are "playing the role of the provocateur in our little debates" does nothing to make up for the denigrating and condescending response you made regarding the "athlete-scholars" at UMHB.  If you are truly the fan of D3 football you say you are, you would apologize to the UMHB athletes you slandered and to the parents of those athletes like me!  That is, if you have the compassion and parental love you claim to have.

That is it and I am through with this matter for good.  Merry Christmas and best wishes for your son as he goes through surgery.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: janesvilleflash on December 08, 2008, 09:22:07 PM
Quote from: Gray Fox on December 08, 2008, 01:01:31 PM
Daddy,

One of the keys to success in D3 is large squads.  This helps with the injury situation and gets guys playing in their natural  position.  Another is getting to postseason play so everybody gets more practices to prepare for the next year.

Look at the teams that are successful year after year such as UMHB, UWW, St. John's, and MUC and you will see this pattern. 

Otherwise, be happy that you get to the playoffs and that your son is getting a good education playing the sport he loves.

Whitewater and all the WIAC have roster limits of 100.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 08, 2008, 09:37:41 PM
Roo and Pat,

We are all involved with D3, where the kids are all scholar athletes;some appear to be a tad more athletic;i.e. Mt Union, UMHB, WW, et al........if the Mt Union program has over 100 freshman players, and
has a 10 game freshman/jv schedule, I can understand the obvious. Go Wheaton.......Merry Christmas and Happy Hollidays to all. Let's see a good final round and a great Stagg Bowl like last years outstanding WW performance.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 08, 2008, 09:50:17 PM


Flash,
           2pts: congratulations on a program which does an amazing job, annually, with a 100 man  roster
limit;
kudos for the best signature saying I have seen on the boards...about those insults....ha-ha....if I could figure out how to give you kkarma, I would.......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 09, 2008, 11:24:34 AM
Pick ums

MHB over W Whitewater ( spoils a rematch)
MT UNION over Wheaton ( another victim)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: sjmb9 on December 09, 2008, 01:30:00 PM
Word is that Vinny Corona is transfering from McDaniel
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 09, 2008, 02:37:32 PM
If he is, it is not because of playing time. Not too many times do you get a QB who is transferring who started his entire Freshman year. Any word where? another CC school? You don't really see too many transfers between CC schools.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 09, 2008, 07:54:18 PM
picks for 12/13

U-WW
Mt Union

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 10, 2008, 11:24:17 AM
Congratulations to the following CC players being named to the D3football.com All South Region team.

First Team: DeLuca, Moates, Rathburn( Muhlenberg)
Second Team: O'Connor (Dickinson) Kase(Hopkins)
Third Team: Stoffel(Hopkins) Morrrissey(Moravian)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on December 10, 2008, 11:25:56 AM
Pick ums for 12/13

Mt. Union
Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 10, 2008, 08:43:47 PM

picks 
muc

mhbu
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 10, 2008, 08:53:41 PM
Congrats to those who made the D3football South All-Reagion team as mention by BTEXPRESS.

You can check the list at D3fooballl or click below

http://www.d3football.com/all-region/2008_d3football_all-south_region.pdf

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 11, 2008, 10:59:11 AM

Sincere congratulations to all South Region picks, but special best wishes to

John DeLuca (who ran faster, longer and harder than anyone else on the champion Mules this
year and last,this year with a broken/dislocated hand for 8 wks, preventing him from being able to use that hand to straight-arm would be tacklers on that side),
to Matt Rathbun (another captain stalwart leader of the defense who proved that you can play, even with broken ribs, an inspiration to a defense that started slow, but got better as the season went on) and to Billy Moates, one tough defensive lineman, whose father was the restraining influence on me in the stands when I found myself getting over excited), : thanks for the back to back championship, your leadership, and your courageous smash mouth football play. Happy Hollidays..
Congrats to the guys on the team from the other schools as well, all most deserving.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on December 11, 2008, 11:23:20 AM
Quote from: muledaddy on December 11, 2008, 10:59:11 AM


Sincere congratulations to all South Region picks, but special best wishes to

John DeLuca (who ran faster, longer and harder than anyone else on the champion Mules this
year and last,this year with a broken/dislocated hand for 8 wks, preventing him from being able to use that hand to straight-arm would be tacklers on that side),

Wouldn't a dislocated hand be called something different?? Like, severed or something? 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 11, 2008, 05:48:34 PM

Saints,

I don't know but one can have a dislocated finger,shoulder, arm, without amputation,in addition to a fracture/break. I purposely resisted asking J.D. too many details about his injury after each game at the family tailgate; I just saw his face, which showed how much he could suck it up and go through pain..You had to see that kid to believe how tough he was on the football field!!!! His hand and his litle finger were kaput......he could have stopped playing and had surgery but refused to do so since it would have ended his season after game 3 or 4, I forget which. One tough kid.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on December 11, 2008, 07:57:26 PM
Since we are discussing injuries, Special congrats to a player from my Alma Mater... Pat O'Connor, i've heard through parents that Pat has played the past two season with Arthritis is both knees. Thats right, a 20 year old with arthritis in the knees playing college football. Also to Dickinson center andrew cuikerescu playing with a separated should and QB Ian mitchell who played an entire season with 2 torn tendons in his ankle.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 11, 2008, 08:42:41 PM

CC,

gutsy kids performing at high levels...all of them..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 13, 2008, 06:24:48 PM

Mates,
On this ,the day of the semifinals, with it being determined that this year's Stagg Bowl will, in fact, be a rematch of last year's, I would like to proudly announce THE 2008 CENTENNIEL CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR,

PART OF THIS YEAR'S ALL MULEDADDY TEAM (and preseason All American) , MIKE 'TINY' NOLAN, an immovable force at center, without whom the Mules would never have won back to back championships.

The balance of the team, limited to CC players, will be announced forthwith.




Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 13, 2008, 10:07:55 PM
Results for 12/13/08

we all went 2 - 0

so therefore the overall is as follows
Reserved Seat          16  -  5
BTEXPRESS              15 -  6
coachchris               11 -  9
old ends                  11 -  9
muledaddy               10 -  9

one more week to go
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 13, 2008, 10:10:04 PM
Final pickem 12/20/08

UWW vs Mt Union

Bonus..

Total points for game.

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 15, 2008, 03:13:54 PM
Hey Juniata fans, any scuttlebutt on a possible new coach? Any names being talked about? It has been almost a month since the old staff was let go.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 15, 2008, 07:37:44 PM
BTE...

I have been checking the local papers and Juniata's web site, but so far nothing, unless I missed it.

sometimes they wait until the new coach talks to all the players, sometimes they do not.

I will keep checking
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 16, 2008, 10:28:37 AM
Ends thanks. Well I am not really sure about this game, so I will go for the revenge factor this weekend and pick MOUNT UNION to take back the title. Ends thanks again for doing the pick ums this year, it has been fun.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on December 16, 2008, 11:28:49 AM
Final guesskem 12/20/08

Mt Union

Bonus..

Total points for game---75

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 16, 2008, 12:57:33 PM
Ends, forgot my total game points from above.

Winner: Mount Union total game points 60
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 16, 2008, 07:25:44 PM
I agree it is revenge

Mt Union

63pts 

35-28 got to pick something. Not good at picking lottery numbers either
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on December 16, 2008, 09:16:30 PM
Pick ums
Mt Union
49
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 16, 2008, 10:01:12 PM

Whitewater
54 total pts
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on December 19, 2008, 09:03:37 AM
I would just like to wish The Centennial Conference and all Div.3 Football a Very Happy Holiday and a very Safe and Happy New Year.
Muledaddy, i hope your son's operation goes well, i wish him a speedy recovery.
D3 Boards, thank you for letting me bantor for these last couple of seasons.
Good luck to all and to all....things will be fine in 2009 !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 19, 2008, 10:02:45 AM
Well it looks like Juniata has a new Head Football coach. Carmen Felus, the Offensive Coordinator the past three seasons at 1AA University of Tennessee @ Chattanooga was named to the position yesterday. He had previously coached at DII IUP so I guess he has a lay of the land in Central Pa. Wish him well with the Eagles, although it doesn't look like Chattanoga set the world on fire during his tenure there going 1-11 in 2008, 2-9 in 2007 and 3-8 in 2006. IUP was 5-5 in 2006 during his final season as OC there.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 19, 2008, 10:04:50 AM
Correction, IUP was 5-5 in 2005.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on December 19, 2008, 10:48:23 AM
Felus went to high school about 45 minutes from Juniata (Penn Cambria) and played at the school formerly known as Western Maryland.  He's probably as good a fit for that program as they will find.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 19, 2008, 09:32:09 PM
Two points on Stagg Bowl eve,

1. Felus looks like a good fit for the Juniata head coaching spot;I look for rapid advancement of that team next year and the following 2 years.


2. The All Muledaddy team for this year, led by All American Mike Nolan,

mirrors the Centenniel Conference All Conference team as published on the website, with the exceptions of Mike Weick (McD), Josh Roy (Juniata) and Mike GawelMule) being elevated to the first team, rather than the second unit.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 19, 2008, 09:50:55 PM

Mates,

The d3 line is 60 pts over/under.......I like under......is everyone else on the over ....but then,, I alsolike

the Warhawks.......apparently not a popular pick on this board.....oh well...aint the first time ......
thanks to all, especially Old Ends, for the great job he did on this board this year....it has been a pleasure,
and sometimes an emotional and educatioanl experience...but , overall, a great avocation.....Merry
Christmas aand Happy New Year to All.....thanks for the consideration and well wishes for my son, who
is home watching the game with me, looking forward to getting his surgery over, and has a deep appreciation for all that 4 yrs of d3 football has done for  him as an athlete , scholar, and. person.......or should we say scholar-athlete, just to keep the spirit of the season joyous for all......


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on December 20, 2008, 02:52:57 PM
Right digits 5 and 7, just in the wrong order.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 21, 2008, 02:16:00 PM
Well we all know who we picked
Bonus goes to Muledaddy he had picked 54, and was  close without going over

Final playoff overall

Reserved Seat   17  -  5
BTEXPRESS        16  -  6
coachchris         12  -  9
old ends            12  -  9
Muledaddy        10  -  10

Happy holidays to all.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 21, 2008, 02:20:09 PM
Congrats to the players from Muhlenberg who were picked to be D3 All American's.

Check it out at the main d3 page

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 21, 2008, 02:52:38 PM
A little bit more about the New Juniata Head coach, an article in the Altoona paper.

http://altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/514300.html?nav=751 (http://altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/514300.html?nav=751)

What Juniata's campus paper is saying
http://www.juniata.edu/athletics/news.html?SHOWARTICLE+3679

Coach Keating for McDaniel will be back..
http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/12/19/sports/bsports121908.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2008/12/19/sports/bsports121908.txt)

enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 21, 2008, 06:29:03 PM


CONGRATS....to Mules John DeLuca and Matt Rathbun, D3 All-Americans, and Pat  O'Connor, Dickinson

Red Devil, honorable mention......for jobs well done...condolences to those overlooked unjustly......
.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 22, 2008, 11:42:53 AM
Well it was a fun season. Every year it seems to go by fast. Congratulations to Mount Union with another Championship. As I watched the game on Saturday I realized what playing Football at the Division III level means. From the beginning of practice in the middle of August up till the championship game it was a fun season. Good luck to all the graduating Seniors and to all the returning players who are probably in the weight room right now getting ready for next season. I have enjoyed the banter(for the most part) on this board this season. Good luck to Juniata's new coach and to all the other CC coaches out on the recruiting trail this winter. The CC should be very competative and fun again in 2009. Happy holidays to all.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 23, 2008, 02:51:23 PM


Old, BT and all the rest,

Thank you for letting me join the wonderful world of d3 football, CC style.I know

it sounds corny and trite, but you have made my life experience better for having

become a part of your community.My son's college football career was a great source of joy to me, but it wa magnifed by the CC conference messageboard experience. Happy Holidays to all and God Bless.

                                                  Muledaddy



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 24, 2008, 04:26:11 PM
To all have a Happy Holiday and Great New Year.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on December 24, 2008, 05:02:12 PM
Greetings to all on the CC Boards!

Many thanks for an entertaining season on these boards and for welcoming me to the group.  Special thanks to Old Ends for the links to interesting articles about the CC teams and players and to Muledaddy who adds lots of excitement. 

Muledaddy, I hope that you will be back next year because without your input everyone's blood pressure might get too low  ;D.  Please let us know how your son's knee is mending and of any recruiting news from the Mules' inner circle as well. 

Best wishes to all for a healthy and happy 2009. 

See you next fall.

69Mule
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on December 26, 2008, 10:44:32 AM
What is the general thoughts on the new Top 25 rankings. They are now listing Muhlenberg as #25. They are a good #25
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 26, 2008, 11:10:03 AM
CC12, looking at the final rankings, you could make an argument for the Mules from anyway from 15th to 25th. I think if the final score against Wesley was a little closer they would have finished closer to 15th. But at least they finished in the top 25. I know I am biased as most of us who follow the CC are, but the conference was a lot stronger top to bottom and hopefully we can get a team in the future who will win a first round NCAA game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 26, 2008, 09:12:26 PM
BT,

      Who beat Salisbury in the NCAA 1st round last year.......the Mules, that's who......end of season poll last year rank no. 8.....earned and never questioned
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 27, 2008, 09:04:25 AM
Muledaddy, sorry, I forgot the Mules went to the second round last year. I don't think anyone questioned their top ten ranking in 2007 with only one loss. I think with two losses this season, it would have been hard to crack the top 15. Do I think being ranked 25th is a bit low? yes, as I stated above, you could make an argument from 15th to 25th and be right. Remember when picking all conference, all area, all region, all american, or a Top 25 etc, the picks are subjective and open to debate. At least they continue to settle things on the field in D III.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on December 30, 2008, 09:49:50 AM
Muledaddy
Just want to wish your son a speedy recovery tomomrrow, and the best of luck to you and the rest of your family in 2009, it was a great ride these last 4 years wasn't it ? A lot of wonderful memories, going to games to different parts of the country, wouldn't be doing that if these guy's weren't playing football, and also meeting a good guy like yourself.
So a toast to your son, and good luck to him after football, he is a fine youg man Muledaddy he will do great in the working world.
Also good luck for all next years teams in the Centennial Conference, it should be very competitive Conference.
And last but not least thanks to D3boards for letting me speak my mind every now and then.
So HAPPY NEW YEAR to all who are reading this right now !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 30, 2008, 05:38:16 PM
Mule-- hope all goes well tomorrow for your son..  :)

Happy New Year ALL
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on December 30, 2008, 10:22:20 PM
mule, by the wishes of good luck from others, i am guessing that it is time for the boy to get the knee fixed.  prayers that all goes well and have a happy new year.  only 8.5 months until this all starts again and u and i can just sit back and see how it plays out instead of wanting to help the cause somehow ;D.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 01, 2009, 10:51:20 AM

Wes, Old, Greek and all other D3 mates,

Thank you for your prayers and best wishes. The New Year's eve surgery is over, 2 hours of hell for any parent. Hopefully, rehab will be smooth. Happy New Year to all.May it be healthy, joyous, and prosperous.
Thanks again on behalf of my family...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 03, 2009, 08:45:52 AM
Muledaddy...

Is your son up and walking around yet?? Hope everything went well and he heals up quickly in time for classes.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on January 03, 2009, 01:44:43 PM
I have some interesting Off-Season "drama" to discuss. I work with a former Gettysburg Bullet D-Linemen. We got to talking about CC football and he brought up Matt Flynn winning the 2009 CC Offensive Player of the Year. Now, Obviously being a dickinson Alum i put my vote out for Mitchell or O'Connor. My colleague went on to discuss what seemed to be a Phillip Rivers vs. Jay Cutler rivalry between these two quarterbacks. We have all seen the hatred between those pro-QBs but is it fair to say that just because Dickinson and GBURG are bitter rivals, that these two young men are also bitter rivals? That being said, I have never met Flynn or Mitchell but I heard from a friend who is now a CC official that Mitchell, like rivers and cutler, does like to smack talk while on the field. I am not an advocate of trash talking on the field, but could these be the source of why people see these two QBs as having a rivalry toward each other in addition to their teams? Or is it strictly because they are now the two seniors and top dogs in the conference at that spot. I am really curious to read everyones comments about this and to see other's view on talking while on the field.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 04, 2009, 11:59:01 AM
Old,

On the couch, in an immobilizer, on pain meds,  crutches to the bathrooom (finally), no weight bearing yet, PT tomorrow...it,s going to be a long slow haul....but he'll make it...he's tough...like his old man...Thanks
again for aasking about him...hoping all in the d3 nation, and you in particular, are well, I am,
Muledaddy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on January 04, 2009, 01:29:41 PM
mule daddy,

im glad to hear about your son. Ive had a brother with knee surgery before. We were a big hockey family and that is another sport that takes a toll on the body. My prayers go out to your son.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 04, 2009, 06:08:11 PM
Well I must be slipping the American Football Coaches Assoc( AFCA) released back on the 19th of December their verson of the All American team--No one from the Conference is mentioned.

http://www.afca.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=9300&ATCLID=3634442 (http://www.afca.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=9300&ATCLID=3634442)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 05, 2009, 11:16:19 AM
CC12 To answer your question about Mitchell, off the field you will never meet a more polite, soft spoken young man than Ian. On the field he is a flat out competitor. I saw every game Dickinson played this season and I saw a few times when he was excited after making a big play. Does he trash talk?, I don't know, I am not on the field, he probably has on occasion. I think most great QB's are that way. Don't take this wrong, but I don't think he thinks of Flynn as being a rival at all. Their styles are completely different. I think the teams are rivals and don't like each other very much. As you know G'burg and F & M are the Devils two big rivals and games between those teams are circled on the calender before the season starts every year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 05, 2009, 06:14:08 PM

Mates,

Big Eagles win plus good news on the homefront...my boy went to  rehab and they cleared him to use 1 crutch and bear weight....his first shower since surgery was a big hit.....life is getting better ....faster...
but it will be a 4-5 mo haul for the whole deal.....his pre surgery rehab exercises helped..no quad lag detected at  initial pt eval......I can't put into words how good it felt to come home from work and see him
upright, after 4 and one-half days horizontal....and helpless....his mom was  a natural great nurse but I surprised myself with my efforts.....nothing is too much for a loved one...peace....

On topic, I don't think there is room for trash talking on the field...just do it..don't hot dog it....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on January 06, 2009, 07:26:03 AM
Thats GREAT news about your son Muledaddy, so i guess he will be good to go for the Banquet ? About the trash talking, i would love to have a microphone down in the trenches once in a while to hear of what kind of trash talking really goes on, i think thats part of the game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on January 07, 2009, 06:09:14 PM
BT,

Thats a good thing to hear that a young man can be very polite and soft spoken and then when he puts the helmet on he can transform into such a competitor. Coach Breaux must be doing a good job over there. Does anyone know much about the new JC coach??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on January 07, 2009, 07:09:48 PM
I'll second the notion that Mitchell is a reserved guy off the field. I interviewed him this past year, and he was great to talk with: smart and deflecting attention onto those around him.

I can't speak for his intensity on the field, but he's undoubtedly a stand-up athlete off of it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 08, 2009, 06:03:35 PM

Greek,

I will see you at the conference championship team banquet,same time, same place as last year..I think

it may be a little longer this year because of the number of seniors, but that's ok by me...I will savor every

moment, reflecting on the 4 years which have flown by like a dream come true...since our boys first met

on move-in day for camp in freshman summer.......now they are men.....CC/D3 football has done us a

great service........its lessons have been well learned by the Mules...its been a nice run.....


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Buck Lateral on January 10, 2009, 08:06:26 PM
Greetings,

I don't know if this is the right place to be asking such questions; but I was wondering if anyone had an opinion about which of the CC schools would be the best fit for a spread QB. My son is starting to look at schools and were trying to steer him in the direction of  the Centennial Conference. Specifically  I'd love to hear opinions on which schools have the best QB coach and where a QB can compete on his merits.

Thank you in advance for any info/opinions.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 10, 2009, 09:28:09 PM

Dear Buck,

Come to Muhlenberg, the CC conference champs for the past 2 years.The 1st team all CC qb is

a graduating senior named Erik Santagato.He competed with 3 or 4 others as a freshman to win the job,

and performed well to keep it. The Mule coach, and his staff, know how to handle young men and give

them every chance to compete, fairly, for playing time.The best 11 players will be on the field at all times.

The boys learn a great deal about themselves, life, and teamwork, maturing nicely along the way. This is
as good as it gets in D3, academics being most important, but competition being rugged.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 11, 2009, 09:26:20 PM
Buck Lateral

Here are a couple of links to help you.

1. Centennial Conference has some game footage on You tube
  here is the link http://www.youtube.com/centennialconference (http://www.youtube.com/centennialconference)

2. also facebook http://www.facebook.com/ (http://www.facebook.com/) ( I do not have a facebook account so I do not know how it works

3. Go on the Conference web site look at roosters and stats.

4. By now most of the posters are doing other things waiting for football season to return. Some of the parents still read, but you can look back on some of the post and get a feel for different teams.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on January 12, 2009, 11:11:06 AM
If he is a runner, go to Dickinson, you see what they do with the option game. Perfect for spread QB
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Buck Lateral on January 12, 2009, 02:09:33 PM
Thank you all for your input. I wouldn't characterize my son as an option QB, but he can run. He seems to be most effective from the shotgun. Is there a CC team that runs exclusively or predominantly from the gun?

Thanks again
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Warren Thompson on January 12, 2009, 04:49:56 PM
A post from [screen name] "Buck Lateral"? In this day and age, I'm shocked that anyone still knows what the buck lateral series was/is. (In the 1950s, to show my age, I recall that it was a staple in the Princeton single-wing.)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 12, 2009, 05:49:07 PM
Warren, it is nice of you to grace us with your words of wisdom on the Centennial board. It is not everyday that we get a Hall of Fame poster on here. I am probably not as old as you but you are right, have not heard the words Buck Lateral in a few years. Now we just talk about Spread Offense, the West Coast Offense and the latest, THE WILDCAT. Speaking of spread offenses, I don't think there is a team in the CC who only uses the shot gun. Most of the teams seem to run the spread in some variation but not the shot gun 100% of the time.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Buck Lateral on January 12, 2009, 08:44:00 PM
Warren, I responded to your e-mail, but also wanted to say on this board that there is a considerable renaissance in the ancient formations of football. Today's spread offense is regarded as latest hottest thing. However, its original form came  spread formation invented by Coach Leo R. "Dutch" Meyer in the 1930's at Texas Christian University. Miami's wildcat looks a lot like some of the early belly series from a variety of practitioners including Biggie Munn at Minnesta I believe. In any event, it's great to see how today's best football minds are adapting the foundations of the game to today's athlete.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Superfoot Wallace on January 12, 2009, 10:05:21 PM
Sometimes bits of history get lost or misconstrued along the way too.

Formationally, Walter Camp's original T formation had the signal caller a quarter of the way into the backfield, hence the title - quarterback.

Most identify the T quarterback with the under center variety, but the pistol variety as Camp actually employed retains or should say holds the potential for some of the ball wizardry almost nonexistent from shotgun.

signed,
Dan Fouts

http://dumcoach.com/mswf/mswf.pdf (http://dumcoach.com/mswf/mswf.pdf)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on January 12, 2009, 10:33:21 PM
Quote from: Buck Lateral on January 12, 2009, 08:44:00 PM
Warren, I responded to your e-mail, but also wanted to say on this board that there is a considerable renaissance in the ancient formations of football. Today's spread offense is regarded as latest hottest thing. However, its original form came  spread formation invented by Coach Leo R. "Dutch" Meyer in the 1930's at Texas Christian University. Miami's wildcat looks a lot like some of the early belly series from a variety of practitioners including Biggie Munn at Minnesta I believe. In any event, it's great to see how today's best football minds are adapting the foundations of the game to today's athlete.
Buck, as a football historian, you probably saw the obituary of Sam Baugh (former Washington Redskin and former Hardin-Simmons head coach during their Border Conference days).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Buck Lateral on January 12, 2009, 11:02:00 PM
Yes I did Ralph. I'm sure you're also aware that Baugh was the original spread QB playing for the TCU  Horned Frogs under Dutch Meyer. What I'm unsure of is whether Baugh's skills led Meyer to develop the spread or if Slinging Sammy was recruited to bring an already-conceived offense to its fullest potential. At any rate, in today's vernacular- Baugh was a beast and that offense was tailor-made for him.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Warren Thompson on January 13, 2009, 10:51:57 AM
Quote from: Buck Lateral on January 12, 2009, 08:44:00 PM
Today's spread offense is regarded as latest hottest thing. However, its original form came  spread formation invented by Coach Leo R. "Dutch" Meyer in the 1930's at Texas Christian University.

As a ninth-grader I was fortunate to see the TCU spread in action: it was 1949 and the Frogs took down the Longhorns in Austin. The TCU tailback, I recall, was Lindy Berry.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Warren Thompson on January 13, 2009, 12:08:34 PM
Quote from: Buck Lateral on January 12, 2009, 08:44:00 PM
Warren, I responded to your e-mail, but also wanted to say on this board that there is a considerable renaissance in the ancient formations of football. Today's spread offense is regarded as latest hottest thing. However, its original form came  spread formation invented by Coach Leo R. "Dutch" Meyer in the 1930's at Texas Christian University. Miami's wildcat looks a lot like some of the early belly series from a variety of practitioners including Biggie Munn at Minnesta I believe. In any event, it's great to see how today's best football minds are adapting the foundations of the game to today's athlete.

There's a different sort of "Wildcat" formation run by a high school in Virginia. It aligns all four backs, essentially shoulder-to-shoulder to each other, about a yard behind the offensive line. The coach says the center can snap the ball back or even roll it to one of them.

As I recall, Meyer already had a version of the spread in place when he recruited Baugh. He then tweaked it to take better advantage of Baugh's skills as a passer.

Out of curiosity, I wonder if any team runs the "A formation," as originally popularized by the NY Giants under Steve Owen.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Warren Thompson on January 13, 2009, 12:43:31 PM
Quote from: MacLeod on January 12, 2009, 10:05:21 PM
Sometimes bits of history get lost or misconstrued along the way too.

Formationally, Walter Camp's original T formation had the signal caller a quarter of the way into the backfield, hence the title - quarterback.

Most identify the T quarterback with the under center variety, but the pistol variety as Camp actually employed retains or should say holds the potential for some of the ball wizardry almost nonexistent from shotgun.

At one time, the rules dictated that the quarterback in the T formation had to be set at least a yard behind the center (thus no "man-under" alignment).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Buck Lateral on January 13, 2009, 01:38:29 PM
Warren,

It's funny that you'd mention the "A" formation. I actually sat in on a presentation at the Single Wing Conclave by Ted Seay on the "A" formation. Ted is a fascinating guy, who spends much of his time updating historic offenses into contemporary playbooks. I ran some "A" formation plays when I coached my son's youth league team. Given your interest in the early aspects of the game I recommend that you visit the Single Wing, Etc discussion board over at Delphi forums. Ted is a regular participant, a generous guy and a wealth of knowledge. If you're nostalgic for the teams of your youth, a fellow named Jim Barg has the most extensive collection of dvd's of games as early as the 1920's. I believe he even has one of Harvard that was filmed by Thomas Edison. In any event, the history and lore of the game is alive and well on that forum and it is well worth a visit.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Superfoot Wallace on January 14, 2009, 01:09:45 AM
Ted Seay the Austrian?

Seay's Wild Bunch is the Wheel route to Canada's Whip route.

Though they tend to stay under center, Carnegie Mellon University uses some A formation. For those not in the know, A is essentially a short punt formation or rifle type formation with bone backs and fullbacks.  Rich Erdelyi, the CMU offensive coordinator, I believe uses a tackles over approach from A formation and combines it with front side guard pulls.

As some of the purists have moved away from the buck lateral, the tackles over approach has given way to bunch receiver formations with attendant jet/rocket sweeps.

signed,
Byron "Whizzer" White
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Buck Lateral on January 14, 2009, 08:55:45 AM
For those of you who may be interested in what the heck we've been talking about; Ted's A Formation playbook (among others) is available here:

http://www.coachteed.com/freedl/offense.html

I've unashamedly stolen much from Mr. Seay over the years. The best route combo I got from him was a slant/whip- wheel combo. Basically, the slot runs a wheel and the SE runs slant (pick) against man coverage or whip against zone. Its a easy read and throw for the QB. His Wild Bunch stuff (adapted from Coverdale, et al) is excellent too.

I met Ted between his posting in Fiji and Vienna. It's nice to know our nations diplomats are so versatile.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 14, 2009, 08:23:07 PM
Back in 1956 my father drove us to Ithaca to see Harvard beat Cornell.
My father new people at Cornell so we really got close to the sidelines.
The Coach for Harvard kept telling his offense." these plays are designed to score touchdowns not 2 -3 yards at a time...execute  execute or sit on the bench. That is about all I remember except Cornell did not win.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Buck Lateral on January 15, 2009, 10:05:06 AM
That was an historic game you saw. That was the first formal game of the Ivy League and Harvard crushed Cornell, 32-7, in Ithaca. I think that was Lloyd Jordan's last year as Harvard's HC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 15, 2009, 10:35:04 AM
I am enjoying reading about all this football history!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Buck Lateral on January 15, 2009, 02:03:23 PM
BTExpress (and others):

If you enjoy the ancient history of the game and live in Eastern PA or nearby, I strongly recommend attending the Single Wing Conclave. I have attended 3-4 times over the years and have always enjoyed learning the X's and O's as well as the great history of offensive football theory. In past years attendees have come from as far away as Europe, Yet the group is normally around 100 people and everyone, including the speakers is available 24/7 and completely willing to share their knowledge and experience.

Warren, this year they're even having a full seminar devoted to the Buck Lateral.

Contact info follows:

8th Annual Single Wing Conclave
Friday, February 27th & Saturday, February 28th, 2009
Burke Auditorium
King's College
Wilkes-Barre, PA

8th Annual Pre-Conclave Mixer
Thursday, February 26th, 2009
8:00ish - ???
TGIFridays (adjacent to the Holiday Inn-Kidder Road)
880 Kidder Road
Wilkes-Barre, PA

NOTE: More info on the Mixer to come.

6th Annual Beer Taste BBQ
Friday, February 27, 2009
7-10ish
Holiday Inn-Kidder Road
Wilkes-Barre, PA
NOTE - The Beer Taste BBQ is an idea in that everyone attending brings one case of craft/micro beers from wherever they live so that everyone can sample good beers from all over the US. Feel free to mix it up - get any genre you want. 2008's offerings were outstanding & very diverse - keep it up!!

6th Annual Conclave "Survivors" SteakFest
Saturday, February 28th, 2009
Time: evening TBA
Outback Steakhouse
Wilkes-Barre, PA

REGISTRATION:

TO REGISTER VIA PAYPAL :
INDIVIDUAL: (1-4 coaches per school/team/organization) $27 per coach in advance, posted no later than Tuesday, February 24th, 2009.
STAFF: (5+ coaches per school/team/organization) $22 per coach in advance, posted no later than Tuesday, February 24th, 2009.
Go to http://www.paypal.com and Submit Payment to buckspin@roadrunner.com along with your email & the name(s) of who is attending

TO REGISTER VIA CHECK, MONEY ORDER OR CASH :
INDIVIDUAL: (1-4 coaches per school/team/organization) $25 per coach in advance, $35 at the door or postmarked after Saturday, February 21st, 2009.
STAFF: (5+ coaches per school/team/organization) $20 per coach in advance, $30 per coach at the door or postmarked after Saturday, February 21st, 2009.

Mail check or MO payable to: "Single Wing Conclave" and the name(s) of who is attending to:

Mail payment to:
Todd Bross
218 Butler Road
Union, ME 04862

CONCLAVE T-SHIRTS!
More to come...

Email all questions to buckspin@roadrunner.com

LODGING:
Our "unofficial" base camp has been:

Holiday Inn Wilkes-Barre (Arena)
880 Kidder Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
Reservations: 1-800-315-2621
Front Desk: 1-570-824-8901
Fax: 1-570-824-9310
Email: info@holiday-wilkesbarre.com

There is a group rate of $63/nite. To get this rate, mention you are attending the "Single Wing Coaching Conclave" at King's College. Our contact is Nicole. You can certainly find cheaper places to stay, but IMHO you will will missing out on a lot of after hours BS chalk talk/video sessions which are as valuable, if not more valuable, then the Conclave's presentations.

CONCLAVE SCHEDULE OF PRESENTATIONS:

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27th:

7:30 AM - Continental breakfast on site, Burke Auditorium
8ish - File in, welcome, introductions

AM SESSION:
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION: "Topic TBA"
Bob Howard
Athletic Director/Head Coach
Webster City High School
Webster City, IO

2nd AM: "Redundant Passing from Multiple Sets"
Dennis Cronin
Offensive Coordinator
North Middlesex Regional High School
Townsend, MA

- LUNCH BREAK @ Gonda's:
http://forums.delphiforums.com/SingleWing/messages?msg=4026.18

PM SESSION:
1st PM: "Getting Beastly with the Beast"
Scott Bobek
Defensive (not a typo) Coordinator
Archbishop Curley HS
Baltimore, MD

2nd PM: "Nutrient Timing: The Missing Piece In Your Stength Training Program"
Todd Bross
Conclave Founder
Union, ME

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28th:

7:30 AM - Continental breakfast on site, Burke Auditorium
8ish - File in

AM SESSION:
1st AM:
The Annual "Sermon On The Podium" from St. John The Bald
John Ward
Offensive Coordinator
East Columbus Gators
East Columbus, NC

Note - There will not be a 2nd AM Saturday. Those of you who have attending Saturday morning services at the Church Of 56 before know why....

- LUNCH BREAK @ Gonda's:
http://forums.delphiforums.com/SingleWing/messages?msg=4026.18

PM SESSION:
1st PM: "Buck Lateral Series"
Jeremy Haymore
Offensive Coordinator
Patrick Henry High School
Roanoke, VA

"Conclave Freeform"
Conclave Attendees

ATTENTION - This year we are going back to the origins of the Freeform in that it will be an on the fly Q&A session. 2 hours of what you want to know! A real ask & answer.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: r.w. mcnickels on January 16, 2009, 10:19:55 AM
Just saw on the conference website that Susquehanna has joined as an associate member in football:

http://www.centennial.org/susquehanna.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on January 16, 2009, 11:14:45 AM
and women's golf.

Hello, nice to be here.  :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 16, 2009, 04:18:58 PM
The Grove,

Welcome to the little ivy league.....enjoy the ride........real scholars playing real football (and

women's golf).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 16, 2009, 04:47:04 PM
That will make it a ten team conference so every team gets to play one game outside the conference..I think the AQ is a lock, of course, but unless the conference has another 9-1 team that beat a higher ranked team, it could be awhile before we see two teams quilify
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 16, 2009, 06:24:26 PM
Old,

agreed...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Warren Thompson on January 16, 2009, 06:31:08 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on January 16, 2009, 04:18:58 PM
The Grove,

Welcome to the little ivy league.....enjoy the ride........real scholars playing real football (and
women's golf).

Not to put too fine a point on things, but there are "real scholars [at least, actual students] playing real football" in conferences other than the "little ivy league" [sic!]. The Centennial Conference has no monopoly here. :P
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 16, 2009, 06:41:24 PM
Hi warren,
Are there scholars in other D3 conferences?

Of  course. Is the CC referred to as the Little Ivy League?....you bet youur boots it is....point of fact
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on January 16, 2009, 11:20:08 PM
Is it referred to that by anyone outside the conference, Muledaddy? I think the folks up in the NESCAC have a much better claim to that moniker than the Centennial does.

The Liberty League, from which Susquehanna comes, is not exactly a conference full of academic stiffs either. Maybe not as elitist as Muledaddy, though.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on January 17, 2009, 05:39:36 AM
Quote from: muledaddy on January 16, 2009, 04:18:58 PM
The Grove,

Welcome to the little ivy league.....enjoy the ride........real scholars playing real football (and

women's golf)
.
Susquehanna gives the CC 6 women's golf teams.  The CC is one shy of the AQ in women's golf.

http://www.centennial.org/golf/women/index.html

Page 30-31 D-III Women's Golf Handbook (http://web1.ncaa.org/web_files/champ_handbooks/golf/2008/2008_d3_w_golf_champ_handbook.pdf)

Are there any other acceptable affiliates to bring the conference to 7?  NYU?  The UAA doesn't have near enough teams to sponsor women's golf.

How about St Lawrence, Vassar and Wm Smith from the LL?  As I review the Handbook, I think that the Pres AC and the NATHC move from Pool B to Pool A.  There were 6 Pool B bids in 2008.  There may only be 4 bids this year.  It certainly makes sense to lock in a Pool A bid by taking affiliates.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 17, 2009, 01:27:32 PM
Ralph,

As ever, you are on the money....1 more affiliate for the AQ in women's golf makes real good sense.

I hope the powers that be in the CC move in that direction forthwith.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: IllinoisCoach on January 19, 2009, 12:10:28 AM
WIll someone tell me what Steve Ulrich and the rest of the scribes doing the Centennial COnference have been drinking?  Comparing this conference and its "elite" academic status with other noted and recognized academic conferences?  Give me a break - the Centennial has a few schools whose admissions standards are "Are You ALive?" and "CAN YOU AFFORD THIS PLACE?"  If you have answered yes to the above two, congratulations!  Merely check out McDaniel (there are some who call it "McDumbell"), Ursinus, and Moravian to name just a couple.  Not exactly the NESCAC, UAA, or Liberty League I might add!  True, you have Johns Hopkins, Muhlenberg, Gettsyburg (somewhat), and Dickinson but to call it an ELITE ACADEMIC CONFERENCE!!!???? C'mon man - wake to hell up!  I mean McDaniel admits 700 SATs for cripes sake!  Ursinus??!!  Moravian??!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on January 19, 2009, 08:48:25 AM
Springfield High football rules  :P
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 19, 2009, 10:26:19 AM
Illinois, Are you attacking the whole conference? Maybe they all aren't the Williams or Amhersts of the world but the top five or six CC schools you mentioned are among the top liberal arts schools in the country among many rankings. I think you are being a little harsh on McDaniel and Ursinus. Maybe you are using reputations from 7 to 10 years ago. From the time Western Maryland changed their name to McDaniel their entrance requirements went way up. The current Ursinus president has really improved that school both academically and facility wise during the last ten years. And by the way, where did YOU go to school???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 19, 2009, 07:52:33 PM
To handle oneself with comments using terms that have no bearing with out points of reference are deemed--non factual. Therefore Ilcoach, let me know the next time you talk to any of the people who represent the schools with-in the Centennial and or any of the other Conferences in Division III. Please provide numbers percentages etc to warrent your statement. Also glad you made this conference post the first of your post. We do not feel honored

Thank you
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 19, 2009, 08:28:02 PM





      Yikes!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on January 19, 2009, 08:54:15 PM
Academic-schmacademic. Of the Centennial's 10 football-playing members for 2009, a *mere* seven of them are listed as Tier 1 schools on U.S. News & World's liberal arts ranking report. Just seven!? Gosh, that's a C-minus.  ;)

But, erm, upon further review, one member, Johns Hopkins, isn't a liberal arts school. It's rated by USN&W as one of the best universities in the country. That's all. Just one of the absolute best out there.

As for the two remaining schools, they make the cut as as Tier 3 schools in the report.

Personally, I consider the Centennial an academic conference, hands down. The UAA and NESCAC have been mentioned as others in D3land, but two biggies out there also are the North Coast and the Midwest conferences.  :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 21, 2009, 01:01:55 PM
There has been very little reaction/talk on this board about Susguehanna coming into the CC in 2010. Personally, I think it is a great idea. Good school academically, outstanding football stadium, not too far geographically. I thought they should have come aboard when the CC expanded with Moravian and Juniata. I know it only leaves one out of conference game and there could be some impact on getting more than the CC champion into the playoffs, but right now that seems a long shot anyway. Thoughts??? Wonder how the Susguehanna fans feel about it.? Obviously way less travel!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on January 21, 2009, 02:57:02 PM
The Liberty League board has discussed this more than this board. (BTW, they didn't seem too happy about it)

I haven't really heard much chatter amongst alumni or anyone else. Even the local paper didn't give it much ink. I'm definitely psyched about playing "closer" teams, especially Gettysburg and Dickinson which are near my roots. I liked the Liberty League teams, but this is definitely more familiar territory.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 21, 2009, 07:14:45 PM
One thing that stumps me is that when Moravian and Juniata where voted in to football, poor Susquehanna was left out. Even though they did ask, something happened that they were not let in.

With travel of 5 overnight trips for Susquehanna, this was a logical move.
The most that I can think is maybe 2 hours to Allentown and Collegeville. The rest around an hour if that.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 22, 2009, 03:12:50 PM
With Susquehanna coming into the league in two years, it got me thinking how nice their football stadium is and how it will be a welcome addition to the conference. Overall, I think the CC is very fortunate with great athletic facilities. For fun, here is my rankings of the stadiums in the conference based on the actual facility, atmosphere, crowds etc. see if you agree:

1. Gettysburg ( big stadium, great crowds)
2. Muhlenberg( not the biggest stadium, but the new style turf was a great improvement)
3. Dickinson( the first phase of renovations this year make this a first class place to watch football)
4. McDaniel ( sitting in the bowl gives this stadium a great atmosphere)
5. Hopkins( a DI facility but a terrible atmosphere with small crowds even for night games)
6. Moravian( the covered grandstands give it a unique look)
7. Juniata( best natural turf in the conference)
8. F & M ( the stadium could use some upgrades)
9. Ursinus( all their other athletic facilites have been upgraded, now it's the football teams' turn)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 22, 2009, 08:27:35 PM
Nice BT-- Hopkins is a great stadium, but there it is Lacross.
              Ursinus--with not even charging to see the game and
                           the current President is not a fan of football--it will be ahwile till that happens.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 24, 2009, 12:19:43 PM
Old,

I like the stadium at Ursinus, but the playing surface, poorly kept natural grass, sucks. There is a movement afoot,  and the student newspaper ran a feature article on the need for a new field, but,
for the reasons cited in your comment, i won't hold my breath.
   I live about 15 minutes from Ursinus so I wish they would get the new field, giving me a nearby vantage
point to see our CC kids compete well, on good footing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 25, 2009, 07:00:09 PM

Old,

Time flies when you are having fun.I just got back from the Mules football banquet, celebrating the

CC championship for the 2nd straight year. It was a 300 person lovefest, honoring the team,coaches, and

16 senior players.

Four hours went fast, knowing this was the last gathering of the team.Friendships made for life,between

players, as well as parents, will endure.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 101 Aborne on January 27, 2009, 07:45:16 PM
  Mule Daddy I have enjoyed your comments over the past two years. You should be very proud of your son not only for his football accomplishments but more importantly for the fact he will graduate fdrom one of the finest small liberal arts colleges in America.The last two years have been simply outstanding for thr Mule gridders, not even the Major, the legendary Ben Schwartzwalder  produced such outstanding records before he moved on to Syracuse. Hopefully next season the old grey mule will continue down the road to another conference championship.have a nice day and airborne all the way,
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on January 29, 2009, 09:07:47 PM


Airborne,


Thank you for your kind words.Both my son and I appreciate them.The Mule experience has been a


great one, with 4yrs of football and 4 months of study abroad in Australia.The school atmosphere is


really amazing,as are the kids who appreciate the opportunity to experience it. The football may be over,

as  incredible as it was, but the Mule will be a part of our family for years to come....may the next championship come soon.......Good Luck, God Bless, and thanks for fighting for our freedom.......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on January 31, 2009, 10:23:58 PM
The final stats were posted but I did not post them here,

click here: http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confonly.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2008stats/confonly.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on February 02, 2009, 09:41:30 PM
Requiem,


A moment of remembrance for Blackburn and Principia, no longer playing d3 football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on February 05, 2009, 07:44:10 AM
Does anyone know how recruiting went this year for C C ?
I know it's way too early to make any predications, but what school is losing a lot of seniors this year, and what schools are up and coming......
I know it's only February and the Superbowl is only 4 day's old but i miss the chatter on this sight already.
I look forward to hear any comments.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 05, 2009, 01:24:45 PM
Greek, Unlike D I and D 1AA, who had their National signing day yesterday, most D III schools don't usually know who is coming until around May. Many potential students are waiting on acceptence letters (unless the student requested early decesion)and most schools in the CC don't send out the acceptence letters until April 1st. Most decisions are also based on financial aid and/or merit scholarships. The CC schools usually don't pubically announce their recruits until the students mail their deposits into the schools which usually is around May 1st. Now is the time that the D III recruiting heats up as kids who thought they had a shot at a higher level found out yesterday that the D 1AA and DII schools were not interested in them and have fallen through the cracks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on February 05, 2009, 02:46:18 PM
Thanks for the Info BT, didn't know there was that much involved about the recruting issue. I just thought maybe some might have heard through the grape vine who was looking where. This is for you Muledaddy, went to the Wing Bowl last Friday.....i'm still laughing !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 05, 2009, 03:14:15 PM
Greek, I always wanted to go to the Wing Bowl, was it worth it????
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on February 05, 2009, 05:01:24 PM


Greek/BT,

   Aint nothin like a wing bowl........one helluva good time.....I had to send my emissaries this year,although I followed it closely on the radio and the internet...taint the same as leadin a posse of 10 or 20 stout hearted lads on the world's best competitive eating/beer and stripper contest....at 5 am in a packed 20000
fan Friday before the SuperBowl ritual....my boys got vip treatment in the pink suite/club box.......the
absence of the pro eaters made this year special.......next year, they are back again.........the Black Widow,
Joey Chestnut, and the entire freak show.....sadly, its as close as we can get to a Super Bowl in Philly.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on February 06, 2009, 08:07:51 AM
Muledaddy & BT, i went to the 10th wingbowl 7 years ago and i swore i would never go to another one, because we had to wait outside until they open the doors and it was freezing outside then once they opened the doors it was a mad rush to get a seat, 7 years ago it was free.Well low and behold a friend of mine called me the night before the 17th Wing Bowl and said that he had a ticket and a ride down to Wingbowl 17 so needless to say...it is much better with a ticket and tickets were only $7.50 and i think most of the proceeds went to the Families of Police and Firefighters in Philadelphia who have lost love ones, so at $7.50 a ticket and over 20,000 people there it was well worth it good fun for a good cause. One more thing what happens at the Wing Bowl...stays at the Wing Bowl !
Bt....Maybe Mule Daddy can get you and me in a Club Box for next years Wing Bowl !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 06, 2009, 08:27:37 PM
I am pondering that with todays money troubles if teams in the Conference may start putting more limits on travel cost, teams size, and grants toward the athletes.

The parents with student athletes, I think, will end up with some additional cost placed on them. It may not be a question of " is it fair", but out of the colleges need. Some programs may get cut because of cost restraints. Even though times are very tough for parents maintaining a child in college, some of the pressure is going to effect all levels.

For the next few years the colleges closer to the home of the student will become more of a first choice. It maybe a Community College or night school so the student can work to help pay the cost.

One of these moves is Susquehanna asking and getting into the Conference. The move becomes very cost effective for them and the rest of the Centennial teams. One less out of conference team and also maybe one less overnighter.

Parents let me know what you think.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 09, 2009, 10:23:58 AM
Ends, I thought about your question all weekend. While I don't see a drastic reduction on the athletic side in terms schedules, overnight trips, equipment, etc. I do see all the schools slowing down in the ARMS RACE as far as facilities are concerned. Most of the CC schools have really improved on building fitness centers, building new fields or improving exsisting ones( IE Field Turf), new swimming pools, new field houses, new gyms, etc. I believe the economy has also hurt the very wealthy who have donated $millions toward these projects over the past few years. I can see schools holding onto uniforms longer and not replacing them like they use to every few seasons. The interesting question you brought up is how the schools will handle their financial aid and merit scholarships? Will they dip into their shrinking endowments to cover these costs? Another big question will this schools continue to increase the tuitons year after year like they been doing for the past few years. With tuition at all the CC schools in the $40's(thousands) Some of the schools may be pricing themselves out for athletes to consider. Many may opt to attend state schools and not even play sports because that is all their parents can afford. Very interesting topic.Time will tell.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 18, 2009, 10:29:08 AM
Boy this CC board is Dead!!! I realize it is the off season, but most of the other boards have some chatter. Ends has tried to get some discussions going but with no luck.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on February 19, 2009, 07:49:43 AM
Ends & BT, with the economy being so bad i really feel bad for the seniors this year, who have worked so hard at getting a great education for the last 4 years and have nothing to show for it. My son is a senior this year and he is having a really hard time trying to find a job, and time is running out. He did get a great education and played football all 4 years but......something has to give soon. Great resume'..... great kid....no job !
The thing that i keep saying to him is "look its not your fault " and "things are bad all over "
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 19, 2009, 11:38:53 AM
Greek agree, I read an article in the Wall Street journal that the class of 2009 might have to wait at least 18 to 24 months before they get a decent job in their field of choice. Many have student loans which they will have to start repaying when they graduate.  Applications for Medical, Law and graduate schools are down for the first time in nearly eight years. It hasn't been this bad for newly college graduates since the early 80's according to the article. Keep having the "WARD CLEVER" speeches with your son to keep his spirits up.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on February 19, 2009, 03:38:49 PM
I did hear that instead of the usual 6 months they get before they start paying there student loans back that there is a possibility that it might happen this year that they are changing it to 9 months because of the failing economy.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on February 19, 2009, 05:04:43 PM
Gents,

In an era where the best the president can come up with is to reward those who do not pay their mortgages, to tax those who work hard enough to make a decent living, and the Speaker of the House can fly , with 7 other congressmembers on a private G7 aircraft to Italy, at a cost of 400000,while the auto industry dies, the steel industry is whipped  by our global competitiors, the brokerage houses fall like so many leaves, and a doctor thinks its a good idea to put 8 babies in the womb of an idiot who can't care for her existing 6 kids, the continued economic horror show only worsens on a daily basis as the leader
preaches more doom and gloom after pushing a panic button bailout bill that no one really knows, understands, or had an opportunity to study....what's the big deal about our children having a tough time getting jobs....or whether the capital improvement budgets at CC schools, or elsewhere, have  to put projects on hold...these are not the best of times...pray for a presidential awakening.. and a word of confidence in the American people to meet and rise above the threats to the very core of our society...my kid isn't even looking....yikes
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 19, 2009, 05:39:36 PM
Muledaddy, well said!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on February 20, 2009, 07:43:34 AM
Ditto Muledaddy, i'm not pushing the panic button yet, i work in Center City Phila. and our company just laid everything on the line with a big meeting telling us what there doing to keep everyones jobs. It lasted about an hour and toward the end of the meeting i heard what i was waiting for NOBODY IS GETTING LAID OFF....whew ! I'm 53 years old and was not looking foward to trying to find another job, especially the way the economy is today.As long as there is money coming in, thats a good thing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 20, 2009, 04:21:17 PM
Guys, Getting back to Ends original question, how will this economy effect the CC schools with admissions, aid and athletics???? ???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on February 21, 2009, 01:40:41 PM

Guys,

Muhlenberg will not change 1 bit....upon assurance of none less than the President, with exception of
recognizing the need for increased financial aid being available.......I think that most of the CC schools are well endowed enough to weather the storm.....in the absence of a complete 1930's degree depression.

These are very good, but very expensive liberal arts colleges, which will continue to be desireable
places of study and athletic play.

Will we lose out on some kids because their parents get laid off or fired because of economic upheaval? Sure, but I do not see this being the rule, rather than the exception.

I have  sons who are state affiliated college/university grads (West Chester); I am a grad of both Penn State and Temple,
but  I look back at the last 4 years, consider all aspects of the CC experience my son has had the
privilege of living, and know, if I had to do it all over again, the CC is hard to beat.....overall...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 22, 2009, 08:50:15 AM
Wel, it seems that some of our media is starting to ask the same question I did. Below is an article which mentions some of our Centennial conference teams.

Click here: http://www.pennlive.com/sports/patriotnews/college/index.ssf?/base/sports/1235261406164720.xml&coll=1 (http://www.pennlive.com/sports/patriotnews/college/index.ssf?/base/sports/1235261406164720.xml&coll=1)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 22, 2009, 10:22:07 AM
Ends, Thank you for the article. Saw the school I root for, Dickinson, will look to cut back on their athletic budget. I can see the football team not taking as many players to an away game as an example. Good thing they already renovated the football stadium last season. There was to be a phase II renovation with new locker rooms and upgraded home stands, I can now see that put on the back burner for a while.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on February 24, 2009, 02:33:26 PM
Hey does anyone know who does the Centennial Conference Football Web-Site ? when i go into the site it still has Muhlenberg Football ( who i root for ) Team as Champs of 2007, some of those guy's in the picture graduated already, can't that be updated to say 2008 Champs ? and maybe get a new picture put in there ? I know its not Football Season but some of us still go on that Web-Site.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on February 24, 2009, 03:03:44 PM
I agree, I've noticed that and also players who have broken records or moved up in "All-Time Stats" have not been given that recognition on the website either. Interested to see where active players rank in those situations and who looks to break records the upcoming year. I know that the upcoming season is far off, but I guess I already have that football itch
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 26, 2009, 04:09:57 PM
My Bother-in-Law in North East PA called me last night that a Nanicoke High School Player signed to pplay with Ursinus. His name, I think was Wall and he will be going there as a wide receiver.

Ursinus in the past has recruited well in that part of the state and some of them, in the past, have done well within the conference. Dickinson also had some players from that area.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on February 27, 2009, 12:50:12 PM
Hey Coach,
how you doing i hope well. Dickinson, Franklin and Marshall, Gettysburg, Ursinus and Mulenberg are ranked in the top 100 liberal arts colleges in the country. Ursinus is ranked 15 or 20 higher than Mulenberg and the rest that were mentioned sat in the 50th to 70th. Johns Hopkins is in a class above with Haverford and Swathmore, who don't have football teams but are in the cenntenial conference. The cenntenial conference is a strong academic conference you should look into it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Gray Fox on March 04, 2009, 11:18:01 AM
Check out the latest Forbes.  There is an article about how the Harvard endowment lost billions of dollars through mismanagement.  The effect on the school are still unknown. :'(

I hope the CC schools were a lot smarter.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on March 05, 2009, 02:53:56 PM
Just want to wish GOOD LUCK to the Muhlenberg Womens Basketball Team this weekend in Maine ! GO MULES !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on March 10, 2009, 10:13:59 AM
Creek, Good luck to the women Mules team as well as the F & M men's team as both are in the sweet 16. As much as I love football, there nothing more exciting than the NCAA  basketball playoffs in all three divisions. I have the opportunity over the years of watching many CC men's basketball championship games at Ursinus, F & M and Gettysburg, etc and in most cases the games have come down to the wire and the atmoshere has been incredible with standing room only crowds. This past weekend was a perfect example on TV. Watching games for the smaller mid major teams as they clawed their way into the big dance in their conference championship games and then seeing their fans storm the court to celebrate was neat to watch.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on March 10, 2009, 09:49:29 PM

GO DIPS...GO MULES.......HAPPY ST PATRICK'S DAY TO ALL........ENJOY THE TOURNEYS
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on March 11, 2009, 07:13:03 AM
Good luck to Dave Madeira after announcing his retirement from coaching Muhlenberg Mens Basketball .

Madeira retires after 22 years

The winningest coach in Muhlenberg College athletic history, Dave Madeira has announced his retirement.

Madeira compiled a career record of 311-247 in 22 seasons as head men's basketball coach.  He surpassed current athletic director and former baseball coach Sam Beidleman on the school's all-time list with his 256th win on Jan. 15, 2005, at McDaniel. Madeira's 300th win came against Hood on Jan. 3, 2009, and his final win was a 52-50 victory against Haverford in the first round of the Centennial Conference playoffs on Feb. 25 – part of a 16-11 season for the Mules.

"God has blessed my wife and I with 22 years of employment as the head coach of basketball at Muhlenberg College. I've worked with tremendous support from our administration, faculty, assistant coaches and of course the players," said Madeira.

"We are moving on to another phase of our lives where we will move closer to our son, daughter-in-law and five grandchildren. We are very thankful to have had this opportunity at Muhlenberg and will be MULES the rest of our lives."

Under Madeira's coaching, Muhlenberg won two Centennial Conference championships and won or shared CC East Division titles in eight of the 10 years in which the CC had divisions. The Mules received bids to the NCAA Division III Tournament in both 1995 and 1998.

Madeira led the Mules to double digits in wins in each of his first 16 seasons. His team qualified for conference playoffs 13 times and conference playoff tiebreakers on two other occasions.

Including his five years as an assistant coach before becoming head coach, Madeira was on the bench for 402 Muhlenberg wins.

Before coming to Muhlenberg, the 62-year-old Madeira piloted the highly successful basketball program at Lakeland High School, Lackawanna County, from 1974 to 1981, where he earned a District II PIAA championship in 1977. Madeira was an assistant for four years at Abington High School, Montgomery County, and for one year at Melbourne (Fla.) High School.

Madeira is a 1969 graduate of Concord College in Athens, W.Va., where he played varsity football and baseball. He earned his master's degree in physical education from West Chester University.

"Dave has had a long and distinguished career at Muhlenberg," said Beidleman. "His impact on the hundreds of young men he coached goes far beyond the basketball court. I'm sure I speak for the entire College community in wishing him a long and healthy retirement."

Muhlenberg will conduct an immediate search for a replacement.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on March 11, 2009, 11:28:43 AM
Really surprised there is no discussion on the CC basketball board about Coach Madeira retiring. It sounds like he had a nice career with the Mules. The CC is very fortunate that most of the Head Coaches for both football and basketball usually have long tenures. It is nice for a kid coming into college knowing that for the most part, their coach will be there for them during their careers. I know in other D III conferences many coaches use the position as a stepping stone. Hope the Mules fine a new replacement that can match Coach Madeira's reputation. If you are the AD do you go after a younger coach hoping they will stay there long? Picking the right coach for a program is the hardest job for an AD in my opinion.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on March 11, 2009, 01:40:56 PM
Just checked the CC basketball board and there is now a lot of discussion on the open Muhlenberg job and possible new coach. There is also discussion on what the job pays. I am assuming that it is a full time position. I do believe that all the CC Head coaches are full time with the exception of Ursinus' Head coach Kevin Small. Does anyone know that for sure? Do you go after another Head Coach from another school or do you hire a current Asst Coach?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on March 26, 2009, 07:26:23 AM
Well i know this might be getting old about me saying something about that picture again, but c'mon it will be 2 years soon, if you don't have a recent picture i sure do ! And if you are not sure what i'm talking about just check out the picture on the Centennial Conference Football Web Site it still has Muhlenberg 2007 Champs. The Womens picture has been updated, baseball from last year has been updated.......WHY NOT FOOTBALL ???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on March 30, 2009, 07:32:34 AM
Thank you for updating the Centennial Conference 2008 Muhlenberg College Football Champions picture. I swear i will no longer bring up this topic again.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on April 21, 2009, 05:59:10 PM

Mates,

When do we come out of hibernation and welcome the Spring ...............isn't it time to start to ponder

who gets to play Wesley this year in the playoffs? Will the Mules pull off a miracle and make it 3 in a row,

after losing so many seniors? If not, whose turn is it?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on April 22, 2009, 11:47:33 AM
Muledaddy, I'll bite, yes I am interested in talking about Football again rather than the economy. Most of the CC schools are finishing up Spring practice and most of the schools will know what incoming Freshman they will have by May 1st when the deposits are due. If you go strictly by last season's records and returning players, I have to say Hopkins will be the pre season favorite. Dickinson should be right up there as they have all their skill players back including QB Mitchell and WR O'Connor. Obviously your Mules lost a lot but you can't count them out. F & M and Gettysburg should be competitive. Moravian lost a lot, Ursinus has some rebuilding to do as does McDaniel. Juniata starts all over with a new coaching staff so the jury is still out. Only 4 months till the fun begins!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on April 22, 2009, 08:41:42 PM

BT,

Welcome back. I like the Devils and the Bluejays as the strongest on paper but I am looking for a sleeper,

much like Moravian was last year, that can come out of the gate strong unexpectedly.Let's put our collective wits to the test and go searching the rest of the conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on April 23, 2009, 05:09:09 PM
Muledaddy, I thought about your question about which team will be the MORAVIAN TEAM for the 2009 season and I would say it could be the Dips of F & M. A team that could sneak up on teams and win 8 games. Their skill players were young last season and if some of last year's Freshmen can fill some holes they could be that sleeper team this season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on April 24, 2009, 11:52:59 AM
Hey Muledaddy & BT
This year is really going suck without our boy's playing, but i will be attending some games this year, how about you Muledaddy ?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on April 24, 2009, 12:34:19 PM
Creek, it's not the same without your son playing. You will get through this year because you know the upcoming Seniors and some of their parents but as time goes on you will always be a fan but the games won't have the same meaning and intensity as before. If you don't believe me, did you go back and watch your son's High School play during the four years your son was playing at Muhlenberg?? See what I mean? When your son was playing in High School, you lived and died on every play and on the game's outcome. Now when you go back to the High School games, " it's that is a shame they lost" AND YOU FORGET ABOUT IT BY THE 11:00 NEWS. Feel fortunate that you have enjoyed the last 8 years watching your boy play doing something you both loved. Not to change the subject,but how is your son's job search coming along?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on April 24, 2009, 03:16:48 PM
Not too good BT, i hope the economy picks up soon. I feel bad for the men coming out of college this year. But hopefully when they see where he went to school and played for four years in a Conference that is all about academics something will fall into place for him, i'm keeping my fingers crossed BT, and thanks so much for asking.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on April 24, 2009, 09:32:07 PM
I think you are on to something big....the Dips fit the picture as a sleeper extraordinary.....let me check them out and get back to you with my thoughts.....

TO:BT
FROM:Muledaddy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on April 24, 2009, 09:40:29 PM

Greek,

Hoping that all is well and looking forward to seeing you in a few weeks for graduation...I will
bring the crying towels....if only we had 5 years of eligibility...or 6...or 7..or...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on April 24, 2009, 10:14:22 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on April 24, 2009, 12:34:19 PM
If you don't believe me, did you go back and watch your son's High School play during the four years your son was playing at Muhlenberg?? See what I mean?

If he wasn't still playing, however, you might have felt differently about his high school team.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on April 27, 2009, 12:06:01 PM
My point is when your son or daughter stops playing, be it High School or College, you look at the game with different colored glasses. I am fortunate that my son has three more years of playing D3 football. I enjoyed going back this past season and watching his old High School play but it just wasn't the same. Saw the parents I knew and watched the players I knew, but it didn't really matter whether they won or lost. It was more of an entertainment night than a "Wear your feelings on your sleeve" kind of experience. Greek and Muledaddy will probably feel the same this season when they watch the Mules without their sons on the field.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on April 27, 2009, 04:24:26 PM
BT

  I will tell you one thing I mlike a lot better!!! Watching someone elses kid wrestle  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on April 27, 2009, 05:06:23 PM
Agree, I am also fortunate none of my kids wrestled, pitched or was a goalie in any sport.!( Ha Ha)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on April 27, 2009, 06:33:25 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on April 27, 2009, 05:06:23 PM
Agree, I am also fortunate none of my kids wrestled, pitched or was a goalie in any sport.!( Ha Ha)
Mine did all of the above and was a kicker!!! his senoir year of high school..  Only pitched and kicked in college.. And I wonder why I am feeeling so old  :D
LOL
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on April 29, 2009, 07:44:53 AM
I would like to Congratulate the Boy's from The Centennial Conference who made it to The NFF ( National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame ) You guy's make yourselves and your parents very Proud, Congratulations on a job well done !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on April 29, 2009, 11:09:06 AM
Creek, I just saw the list, Congratulations to both you and Muledaddy for having both of your sons achieve this outstanding award. In the game of life, academics will always outway anything accomplished on the playing fields.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on April 30, 2009, 09:45:13 PM


BT.

  Thanks for the congrats...I would be less than  honest if I didn't tell you how proud I am of my boy's

performance, on the field and in the classroom, over  these past four years.It's more than I could ever have

prayed for or expected. I would like to share in the congrats with Greek and all the other parents whose

kids have had the chance to play and excel in the classroom simultaneously, no small task.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on May 04, 2009, 01:50:31 PM
Any predictions for 2009? Hopkins, Dickinson, G'burg and F & M all seem to have a lot of firepower returning. Historically the Mules usually have one rebuilding year between powerhouses. Could Juniata make some noise this fall by knocking off one of the perennial powers? Opening day is 4 months away...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on May 04, 2009, 04:12:08 PM
Quote from: Yen4Ten on May 04, 2009, 01:50:31 PM
Any predictions for 2009? Hopkins, Dickinson, G'burg and F & M all seem to have a lot of firepower returning. Historically the Mules usually have one rebuilding year between powerhouses. Could Juniata make some noise this fall by knocking off one of the perennial powers? Opening day is 4 months away...
You would have to say Hopkins and Dickinson will be the two preseason favorites. Both teams return just about all their skillplayers on offense. I think the Mules will be down slightly this season, I would not say rebuilding just retooling somewhat. Juniata was probably the best 1-9 team in the country, they were in most games last season but found ways to lose in the end. They will improve in 2009 but who knows how the team will respond to a new coaching staff.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on May 04, 2009, 09:56:12 PM
Yen,

Welcome aboard. I see Juniata pulling off a couple upsets and improving to at least 3-4 wins in a tough league,. I echo BT about them being the best 1-9 team in America last year and I expected them to win
a game or towo more than they did.If they pull hard and come together under the new coach, they could go 4-6.They are not going to be a doormat.Dickinson and Hopkins start with some real offensive firepower
but the parity of this league gets better each year.Once again, welcome to the  finest little academic
oriented football league in the world, bar none.For the size of the schools, its amazing competition on the field
and in the classroom.Carpe Diem.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on May 05, 2009, 10:42:56 AM
Ok guys, i kind of broke this down as far as which team is losing the most and who has the most coming back, this information is the best i could find, i could not find out how many sr. F & M was losing.
Here goes.....
Johns Hopkins: jr. 23  sr.  9
McDaniel:          jr. 23  sr.  8
Muhlenberg:     jr. 21   sr. 16
Ursinus:            jr. 18   sr.14
Dickinson:         jr. 16   sr. 19
Juniata:            jr. 16    sr. 9
Moravian:         jr. 14    sr. 16
Gettysburg:     jr.  13    sr. 13
F & M:              jr.  8      sr. na

You can all draw your own conclusions, but the way this draw's out.....looks like another competitive year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on May 05, 2009, 11:58:33 AM
Creek, so if understand the above numbers, the JR # is the number of returning Seniors in 2009 and the Sr# is how many Seniors each team lost from 2008. Is that correct?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on May 05, 2009, 02:00:31 PM
Yup, that is correct BT
JR. is whats coming back and SR. is what there losing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on May 07, 2009, 12:40:50 PM
Congratulations to you and your son also Muledaddy, a great education hopefully will lead to a great job. Next weekend will be filled with mixed emotion, happy for them to be graduating, but sad that it will be all over for them and for us too. I have been going to football games since he was in 5th grade......
Hopefully the rain will hold up for next weekend, see you next week Muledaddy we will be toasting our kids quite frequently i suppose.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on May 10, 2009, 04:58:22 PM
Mule, I appreciate the warm welcome to the discussion board. I've been around the Centennial Conference for a few years now and I'd have to say the level of play is as high as ever. It is comforting to see true student-athletes competing at the high level that these young men display year in and year out. Football is one of the rare sports where character is just as important as natural athletic ability. This is especially evident in the NFL over the past several year i.e. Cowgirls '08, Mike Vick, Bungles etc... To everyone who posts on this discussion board: Your interest and enthusiasm for Centennial Conference football is appreciated greatly by players and coaches alike. I can't wait to see what happens in the fall. No matter what, these young men will play the game with the utmost sportsmanship and dignity that the sport deserves. On this mothers day I have to say God Bless all of the football moms out there who had the guts to sign their sons up for football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on May 11, 2009, 08:26:03 PM
Yen, 

I like the character building I have had the pleasure  observing during the past
four years. Individuals, teams, coaches, students,players, friends, studies, laughs, tears, triumphs,
frustrations, failures, have all gone into the melting pot and the CC recipe impresses me.

Growth, humanity, self confidence,loyalty,self knowledge, have appeared in the eyes, hearts, and actions
of those kids whom I have had the chance to see grow through the process.

CC football is one hell of a game.......graduation  comes so soon...they are all winners....for life......healthy
competition constitutes good preparation for the challenges ahead.......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on May 19, 2009, 02:08:31 PM
Congratulations to the F & M women's Lacrosse team for winning their SECOND National Championship in three years. Thanks for representing the CC and making us proud. Now that being said, do you think the CC has any shot of ever getting a football team to Salem??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on May 19, 2009, 07:04:57 PM
BT,

F and M Women's lacrosse rocks...congrats to the national champs....I can see a CC football team making the trip to Salem, in the next 10 years, with a good bounce or two and some luck at recruiting and  avoiding injuries......We broke into the top 5 rankings this past year, no 4 at D3 and no 2 at the coach's
poll, so we just have to keep the momentum rolling, rolling, rolling......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on May 19, 2009, 10:55:19 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on May 19, 2009, 02:08:31 PM
... do you think the CC has any shot of ever getting a football team to Salem??

Every conference has a chance -- some are just armed with better odds than others ;)

The '07 Mules were certainly the Centennial's strongest contender in years. Aside from that year, other scores in the past five seasons have been 31-3, 28-3, 49-21, 20-0. Not great showings, but those first-round games included matchups against the likes of Wesley and St. John Fisher, teams that are well-regarded as being among D3's best.

However, the CC's brightest spot is also an Achilles' heel (the ODAC has this same issue). The parity in this conference has improved, and with that increased competition will come better recruiting and better play. The teams will toughen, and the athletes' skills will sharpen.

The catch, of course, is that the team that gets the AQ is more likely to emerge with a blemish or two on its record (as in '04-'06). That means a lower first-round seed and a steeper playoff mountain to climb.

The very thing that is making this conference better and more impressive is the same thing that's undercutting its chance to skate into Round 2 or 3 of the postseason. Still, IMHO, you're moving in the right direction.  :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on May 20, 2009, 04:54:28 PM
Ryan, Thank you for your well thought out and fair assessment of the current state of affairs of CC football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on May 20, 2009, 09:45:07 PM


Thank you Mr Tipps...an excellent assessment....."07 Mules were special....."08 got bitten by the injury bug

just before playoff time or they might have matched or exceeded 07 team, IMHO
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on May 22, 2009, 07:36:19 PM
The Conference does suffer from another problem within it's self. Parity which can be good or bad, depending on the winners and losers. Last year Muhlenberg got loses againts teams that did not have the injuries they had.  It shows me that a strong team in the conference has to have all cylinders running throughout the season to suceed. Without talent in the backup positions other teams may knock them off.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on May 26, 2009, 03:54:25 PM
ENDS, It's good to have you back on the board. Hope you are doing well.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on May 26, 2009, 08:07:01 PM

Ends,


Welcome back..you were missed.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on May 27, 2009, 08:31:13 PM
Thanks

Tough recovery but I am getting there....Still limp a little. No more sailing though. :'(
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on June 01, 2009, 08:23:05 PM
And there is more to come..



Conference Presidents Council Announces
Cost Containment Measures
(June 1) - The Centennial Conference Presidents Council unanimously adopted measures to contain costs that pertain to the conduct and administration of the Conference's regular season and championship events.
The measures were announced by Presidents Council chair Joan Develin Coley, president of McDaniel College, at the Annual Meeting of the Centennial Conference on May 27 on the McDaniel campus in Westminster, Md. The plan is in response to the current financial climate and the Council's commitment to contain college costs.

"Our goal was to reduce costs without altering the students' intercollegiate athletic experience," said Coley. "The current economic situation on our campuses required the cooperation of all institutions' presidents and athletic directors, and the measures that we adopted will provide needed savings. It is important to note that our job is not complete and the Centennial Conference will continue to discuss further cost-containment measures throughout these difficult times."

The Presidents Council created a sport-specific travel squad size policy for 14 of its 24 championship sports in addition to establishing a set date for the first date of competition for fall sports that is later than the first permissible NCAA date. The Council also shortened the length of the indoor track and field championship from two days to one and the men's golf championship tournament from three days to two. Finally, the Council will work with other conferences to urge the NCAA to work toward reducing expenses that may be deemed unnecessary at Division III such as microphones for football officials and LED lights for basketball backboards.

A cost containment Task Force, chaired by Ursinus College president John Strassburger, also urged that the Conference share its purchasing power for athletic equipment where feasible, consider conference calls for meetings when the agenda warrants, and continue discussions with other conferences about the length of playing and practice seasons in Division III.

from the Conference web site

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on June 01, 2009, 08:26:50 PM
Article on McDaniel Sports teams:

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2009/05/31/sports/1_mcdaniel_changing_course.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2009/05/31/sports/1_mcdaniel_changing_course.txt)

and a different article:

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2009/05/31/sports/2_mcdaniel_early_decision.txt (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2009/05/31/sports/2_mcdaniel_early_decision.txt)

enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 08, 2009, 03:45:34 PM
Congratulations to Dickinson's Pat O'Connor who was named Preseason First Team All American wide receiver by the Sporting News. O'Connor and QB Ian Mitchell are in line for great senior seasons. A little over two months before the teams report to camp.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on June 10, 2009, 08:50:13 AM
O'Connor and Mitchell are a pretty dynamic combination for the Devils. If they can answer a few question marks on the O and D lines it could be a great season in Carlisle. The week 6 matchup between the Devils and Bluejays could have serious playoff/championship implications. Are either of these teams capable of duplicating what the Mules did in 07 when they finished with a perfect reg. season? This may be the best Dickinson team since the 1994 installation that went undefeated.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on June 10, 2009, 10:26:36 AM
I was going through the Centennial Conference Schedules and i happen to come across an article on Franklin & Marshall's web-site about James Gregory, a VERY, VERY GOOD Linbacker and how disappointed he was about not getting picked up by any NFL Team, this year more than any other year it is so hard to break into the NFL, because this time last year these men had at least 3 other Pro Teams that they could have played for, The Arena League is on hold for a year, why ? who knows, the European League is no more and the Canadian League don't want anymore American players on there team's, so again there's 3 chance's that these men could have gotten the experience to play in other Leagues and made a nice transition over to the NFL. This is my own opinion ( and as everyone knows, opinion's are like Butts, everybody has one ) but there names in Div. 3 have to almost jump off the page to even get looked at.
Hopefully Div.3 Football Players will get recognized sooner than later.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 10, 2009, 11:45:46 AM
Quote from: Yen4Ten on June 10, 2009, 08:50:13 AM
O'Connor and Mitchell are a pretty dynamic combination for the Devils. If they can answer a few question marks on the O and D lines it could be a great season in Carlisle. The week 6 matchup between the Devils and Bluejays could have serious playoff/championship implications. Are either of these teams capable of duplicating what the Mules did in 07 when they finished with a perfect reg. season? This may be the best Dickinson team since the 1994 installation that went undefeated.
Agree, I see the Dickinson vs Hopkins game as being a standing room only, all for the marbles type of game. Both teams have ALL their offensive weapons returning. On paper the Red Devils could be 5-0 going into the game, they will be tested in week two by Hobart and if they can past them it could set up a great game against the Jays.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on June 16, 2009, 08:47:53 AM
Greek -

The article you referenced was a tongue-in-cheek response to ESPN's Page 2 mock draft that featured Gregory as a mainstay leading up to the NFL draft.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 16, 2009, 02:32:08 PM
Hey Pizza, any word or thought's on F & M upgrading their football field and stadium?. Went to a basketball game when the Dips were making their final four run and couldn't believe all the upgrades to the campus and other athletic facilities. The campus really looked nice until you saw how old the football stadium looked.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on June 16, 2009, 05:50:56 PM
Eventually all athletic facilities will be across Harrisburg Pike on the old Armstrong plant grounds. Tennis, lax, field hockey, soccer, and swimming are all already over there. New locker room for the Diplomats this year!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 17, 2009, 11:08:01 AM
Quote from: pizzashop on June 16, 2009, 05:50:56 PM
Eventually all athletic facilities will be across Harrisburg Pike on the old Armstrong plant grounds. Tennis, lax, field hockey, soccer, and swimming are all already over there. New locker room for the Diplomats this year!
Sounds like a great master plan. I know there is plenty of room across the street for expansion. Hopefully with this economy it doesn't take ten years to complete.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: IllinoisCoach on June 17, 2009, 12:22:06 PM
Centennial Conference team ever at Salem? PULLLLLLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEZE!  NO TEAM from this conference will ever get past the OAC, the Minnesota conference, the CCIW, the Iowa Conference, or the best from the NCAC (Wabash, Wittenberg, etc.).  Stick with lacrosse which no one cares about past Wooster,Ohio and Field Hockey (BORING!) and other nonner sports CC.  Football in Maryland, and the mid atlantic is LOUSY!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 17, 2009, 12:36:13 PM
ILLINOIS, Thank you for  sharing your thoughts with us, now you can go back to wherever you came from!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSCTiger74 on June 17, 2009, 02:50:30 PM
I think that the fact IllinoisCoach has 3 posts and -4 karma tells us all we need to know about him.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on June 17, 2009, 08:40:04 PM

  Illannoyed,

                         Thanks for sharing. your insights are most revealing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on June 18, 2009, 11:54:24 AM
IllinoisCoach is a former CC head football coach.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 18, 2009, 12:22:39 PM
Apparently looking at his very first post back in April trashing the CC and McDaniel in particular, maybe a tie or two to the Green Terrier program???? ???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on June 18, 2009, 12:42:02 PM
Well, Pizza, based on your tip and some searching on the internet, it didn't take long to figure out who IllinoisCoach is. Let's just say my post  from above is correct! IC why such bitterness? It sounds like you have had a long distinguised coaching career. Why come on this board and trash the entire conference?. The young men playing football for these CC schools are bright, student athletes who are dedicated to their sport. Whatever happened to you over 16 years ago is in the past!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on June 18, 2009, 09:35:16 PM

   The Plot thickens....Illinois is a former CC coach....wow....bitterness from a bygone day....but why?


   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on June 21, 2009, 12:35:03 PM
It's embarrassing for this coach to be outted like this. Ideally this discussion board is full of parents, fans and players who share their enthusiasm for the student-athletes who play division 3 football. If I were a member of the administration at IC's current school, I'd question the character of the individual coaching my student athletes. Anyone who holds a grudge for 15 years after leaving a school and vents it in this manner is not the best person to sculpt impressionable young people.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on June 21, 2009, 03:05:54 PM

  Yen,

             Well stated.......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on July 06, 2009, 03:27:53 PM
   a nice feather in Muhlenberg's cap from a different part of the country. read on

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

A couple of notes from Kangaroo land:

The grapevine reveals "talk" of a possible replacement for the Colorado College game. Not in a position myself to give specifics but wish Jekelish or someone close to the program could update...

Also, with the arrival of the new AC president Dr. Marjorie Hass I thought it would be interesting to look into the state of the football program at her most recent stop - Muhlenberg College in PA. The football program there has been at least a recent DIII success. {I'm sure that if this is relevant some of our posting partners can expand on their football past or present.} While this certainly does not tell us anything about her posture regarding athletic programs and budgets, we can know she has at least seen the impact a successful football program can have on a DIII campus.

An excerpt from the Muhlenburg football website says the following about the 2008 season: "Muhlenburg won its second consecutive Centennial Conference championship, swept the CC postseason awards and climbed to unprecedented heights in the national poll."
"Muhlenberg ended it's season with a 20-0 loss to Wesley in the first round of the NCAA Tournament".

I hope that this somehow translates into good fortune for Austin College and the SCAC in the near and long term.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CC12 on July 09, 2009, 08:26:37 AM
As we near August (exciting, I know) I was thinking about the annual pre-season poll that is released. Does anyone know when the yearly Conference Media Day is when this is released?
Title: Centennial Conference Football Media Day
Post by: commish on July 09, 2009, 09:33:28 PM
The Centennial Conference football preseason media day is scheduled for Wednesday, August 5.  A victim of the economy, the event will not be a live, in-person gathering of coaches and media.  Rather, the Conference will hold a live chat with all nine coaches, utilizing "Cover It Live."  Some of you may be familiar with this technology, as the Conference used it during the spring for baseball and lacrosse preseason coaches chats.  Coaches will take questions from viewers and respond in real-time.  Look for more information to come on www.centennial.org
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on July 13, 2009, 09:52:58 AM
Football camps for all the CC teams open in FOUR WEEKS! Hopefully we can get this board up and going again, the smell of a new season is right around the corner.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gordonmann on July 13, 2009, 06:45:03 PM
Commish:

Cool idea.  I'll add it to the Daily Dose post on cost containment.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on July 15, 2009, 02:32:48 PM
My prediction for how the Coaches will vote in the preseason poll:

Hopkins
Dickinson
Mules
Moravian
F and M
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Mcdaniel
Juniata
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on July 24, 2009, 08:53:54 AM
2009 schedule has been posted:

click here: http://www.centennial.org/football/2009_schedule.doc

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pumkinattack on July 28, 2009, 06:00:34 PM
I don't know about anyone else, but I'm excited for the Bart-Dickinson game this year.  It's generally a good one (still bitter about the OT loss two years ago) and the O'Conner matchup against the Bart secondary will be a brilliant OOC matchup.  We've got returning DB's who both are very good (one, Woodard, a FR last year was excellent) and from the games I've seen the safety projected to step in is going to be strong too.  Our biggest D question marks will be at Will LB (have one kid coming back who was injured for a chunk of the year) and the defensive interior losing three of the best defensive players we've had this decade at ILB and DT. 
Title: Centennial Conference Media Day
Post by: commish on August 04, 2009, 10:55:10 AM
The Centennial Conference's Football Media Day is slated for Wednesday with a live chat with the nine head coaches. We'll use live blogging software to have an interactive conversation with each Conference head coach. Each coach will answer questions from the moderator while also taking questions from you - the audience. Join the fun by sending in a question once the chat begins, in advance or via Twitter. Each 25-minute block will feature three schools:

> 11:30-11:55 - Moravian, Muhlenberg, Ursinus
> 11:55-12:20 - Johns Hopkins, Juniata, McDaniel
> 12:20-12:45 - Dickinson, Franklin & Marshall, Gettysburg

http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/08/2009-football-media-day.html

Our twitter feed is @centennialconf
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 04, 2009, 09:18:29 PM

   TGIW,

               Somebody blow the whistle and lets get this football thing started.........again....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 06, 2009, 02:22:18 PM
Muledaddy, it is obvious that the CC coaches still have the repect for the Mules program and coaching staff after picking the Mules to finish second ( tied with Dickinson) in yesterday's preseaon meeting. I think they got it right with JHU on top and the Mules and Red Devils right behind. Should be a fun season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 06, 2009, 10:10:52 PM
  BT,

    Frankly, I was pleasantly surprised at the tie for 2nd pick of the Mules, it having been a tad higher

    than I would have expected. JHU and the Devils impress me at this early stage. Incidentally, both

    Nolan and Rathbun, legit star players last year,are pleased to have joined the Mule coaching staff.  

    If the skills and determination of these 2 interns rub off on the players, anything can happen. The

    rest of the coaches in Mike Donnelly's barn  are real stubborn....about winning...who knows what the season holds?

   




Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 10, 2009, 12:59:31 PM
Mule Daddy
I was on vacation came back today and i was reading some of the comments and reply's on the "Replay" of the Centennial Conference Media day, and i'm somewhat surprised about some of the picks but i like The Mules @ #2 ! So let the games begin, looking forward to going back for another reason.

GO MULES !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 10, 2009, 09:03:07 PM
 

  Greek,

            Welcome back. Let the good times roll.....another year of Centenniel football....yeah,yeah,yeah....

  just home games or will you travel a bit?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 11, 2009, 07:17:52 AM
Muledaddy
All the home games we will make, the away games.....the jury is still out on that one, but there is nothing like being on the visitor's side when your team is winning, so i might be tempted to go to most of the away games, if i do i will be in touch.

GO MULES !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on August 11, 2009, 07:38:16 PM
muledaddy

I was just looking over the Wesley(185) roster and  I noticed 5 or so new recruits from the Lehigh VaIiey area., Wonder if it was because of the playoff game at up there last year. I don't remember any kids from that area at wesley over the years.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 12, 2009, 01:11:45 PM
Quote from: PA_wesleyfan on August 11, 2009, 07:38:16 PM
muledaddy

I was just looking over the Wesley(185) roster and  I noticed 5 or so new recruits from the Lehigh VaIiey area., Wonder if it was because of the playoff game at up there last year. I don't remember any kids from that area at wesley over the years.
A roster of 185 kids, unbelievable! I know Mt Union, W & J, St John's, etc have preseason rosters that size, but realistically how many of those kids stick with the program all 4 years. Another question I always wondered was if they left the football team, do they still stay in school or do they transfer. I guess if your son is one of the lucky ones to play that is nice. But if they are a running back and line up the first day and there are 20 other running backs, it has to be a little demoralizing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on August 12, 2009, 04:30:05 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on August 12, 2009, 01:11:45 PM
Quote from: PA_wesleyfan on August 11, 2009, 07:38:16 PM
muledaddy

I was just looking over the Wesley(185) roster and  I noticed 5 or so new recruits from the Lehigh VaIiey area., Wonder if it was because of the playoff game at up there last year. I don't remember any kids from that area at wesley over the years.
A roster of 185 kids, unbelievable! I know Mt Union, W & J, St John's, etc have preseason rosters that size, but realistically how many of those kids stick with the program all 4 years. Another question I always wondered was if they left the football team, do they still stay in school or do they transfer. I guess if your son is one of the lucky ones to play that is nice. But if they are a running back and line up the first day and there are 20 other running backs, it has to be a little demoralizing.

BT.

There was a big number that stayed around last year but I know there is a number of them that don't last the first week but do stay in school.  I'll keep an eye on the roster that's posted after camp. And some stick out the  first year and leave
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: hasanova on August 12, 2009, 11:00:02 PM
Hey guys.  Good to see football season is right around the corner!  I'm a Guilford alumnus who can always get a personal look at the more "southern" South Region teams (ODAC, USAS, SCAC, etc.).  As I prepare my ballots for the South Region Top Ten, however, I always want to get a better feel for the UAA, PAC, CC and ACFC.

Who are the movers and shakers in your region and who'll be watching the taillights of the leaders?  I see SVC is now in the PAC, but I'm guessing they're not yet eligible for the title.  Are Thomas More and W&J still the teams to beat in the PAC?  Is Wesley still a threat to make Salem?  Are the Mules in line for a 9-1 or 10-0 season in the CC?  Thanks for your thoughts.

Let's get the season started!  Intracity, but interconference, rivals Guilford and Greensboro in the 13th Annual "Souper" Bowl, September 5 at 1 pm.   Can't wait!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 13, 2009, 11:52:04 AM
Could the Mules go 10 -0 or 9-1 sure, but they probably lost too much from last year, Dickinson needs to get out of the gate fast and get past Grove City and Hobart to set up a show down with Hopkins. On paper JHU is the favorite but not by much over the Red Devils and Mules. This could be the closet CC race in years with all the teams from top to bottom much improved. Would be very surprised if the CC champion goes undefeated.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 13, 2009, 05:14:49 PM

Mates,

It's almost time...football is in the air...camps start this weekend...just a few weeks until gametime...

look for a great year in the CC, even more exciting than the last few....avoiding the nonconference pitfalls

at the beginning of the year will be imporant as the competition sets up for one hell of a run for the

championship....meanwhile, 185 on the Wesley roster....YIKES... I guess I was lucky my kid was a Mule or he might never have had a chance at getting serious playing time..things work out right, usually..........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: hasanova on August 13, 2009, 10:15:36 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on August 13, 2009, 11:52:04 AM
Could the Mules go 10 -0 or 9-1 sure, but they probably lost too much from last year, Dickinson needs to get out of the gate fast and get past Grove City and Hobart to set up a show down with Hopkins. On paper JHU is the favorite but not by much over the Red Devils and Mules. This could be the closet CC race in years with all the teams from top to bottom much improved. Would be very surprised if the CC champion goes undefeated.
Thanks, BTEXPRESS.  There are a couple of CC teams on my radar to start the season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: glorydays on August 17, 2009, 01:25:24 PM
I have recently heard from my neighbor, a former Dickinson Devil, that QB Ian Mitchell tore his ACL and MCL at practice. Can anyone confirm this. Nothing has been written on the Dickinson Website.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 17, 2009, 03:57:17 PM
Quote from: glorydays on August 17, 2009, 01:25:24 PM
I have recently heard from my neighbor, a former Dickinson Devil, that QB Ian Mitchell tore his ACL and MCL at practice. Can anyone confirm this. Nothing has been written on the Dickinson Website.
If that is true that would be a devastating loss for the Red Devils. With him, they are a serious threat to win the conference, without him, well....... ????
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on August 17, 2009, 04:29:19 PM
Quote from: glorydays on August 17, 2009, 01:25:24 PM
I have recently heard from my neighbor, a former Dickinson Devil, that QB Ian Mitchell tore his ACL and MCL at practice. Can anyone confirm this. Nothing has been written on the Dickinson Website.
Bad information. Thankfully not true.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on August 18, 2009, 08:48:33 PM
Quote from: glorydays on August 17, 2009, 01:25:24 PM
I have recently heard from my neighbor, a former Dickinson Devil, that QB Ian Mitchell tore his ACL and MCL at practice. Can anyone confirm this. Nothing has been written on the Dickinson Website.

Trash info from the former Red Devil.  This former Red Devil must not be following camp very close.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on August 20, 2009, 08:28:48 AM
I'm new to the board and was wondering what are everybody's thoughts on the preseason rankings? Graduation has taken a heavy toll on both Muhlenberg and Moravian, it seems like mostly a two team race with Hopkins and Dickinson. Hopkins QB is still young but they have a workhorse in Kase. Mitchell is a proven leader and winner for Dickinson and has serious offensive weapons in O'Connor and Lord. Gettysburg has proven they can score with the best of them but will they ever be able to stop anyone. F&M is improving but seems to be a year or 2 away. Muhlenberg is always competitive but it seems they lost way too much to contend. Moravian needs some offensive playmakers to step up and they could once again contend. Look forward to hearing everyone's thoughts
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: glorydays on August 21, 2009, 12:34:58 PM
First, I'd like to apologize to Ian Mitchell and the Dickinson Red Devils. I meant no harm by writing what I wrote, I was just looking for clarification. I hope Mitchell has a healthy and successful season. As for CCFan's post, I think that much more will fall onto the shoulders of the Hopkins QB since most teams will stack the box to stop Kase, forcing them to throw. As for Muhlenberg, NEVER COUNT THEM OUT! I have seen in the past that Muhlenberg is always tough. Dickinson is my preseason favorite because of that offense. A second year with the no huddle, along with Mitchell, O'Connor and Lord is very scary. They also have one of the Centennial Conferences toughest players in Tim Wells, a fullback. He is a bruiser.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Heavy300 on August 23, 2009, 12:38:26 PM
Quote from: glorydays on August 21, 2009, 12:34:58 PM
First, I'd like to apologize to Ian Mitchell and the Dickinson Red Devils. I meant no harm by writing what I wrote, I was just looking for clarification. I hope Mitchell has a healthy and successful season. As for CCFan's post, I think that much more will fall onto the shoulders of the Hopkins QB since most teams will stack the box to stop Kase, forcing them to throw. As for Muhlenberg, NEVER COUNT THEM OUT! I have seen in the past that Muhlenberg is always tough. Dickinson is my preseason favorite because of that offense. A second year with the no huddle, along with Mitchell, O'Connor and Lord is very scary. They also have one of the Centennial Conferences toughest players in Tim Wells, a fullback. He is a bruiser.

Mitch should have a good year, and so should the whole offense. This might be one of the most dangerous offensive teams I have ever seen at Dickinson. The schedule is tough for the Red Devils, but I think this is the year they can handle it week in and week out. Grove City on the road should be a good test for the tough week 2 clash with #15 Hobart.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 24, 2009, 09:11:09 PM
  Mates,

I think we will have a clear picture of Darwin's Devils  after the Hobart game.If they kick GC and Bart hard, watch out....If not, wait and see. Hopkins Kase will get his yards, stacked or not....he is big enough, tough enough, and fast enough to get it done. Irish Mike Donnelly will need to pull a rabbit's foot out of a hat to
run with the big dogs in the CC this year, but who ever thought he had a 20 game winning streak in him
like he did with the good old Mules. Graduation was tough, but  he always seems to find a rising star somewhere
to keep him competitive, even in the off years. I am looking hard at F and M and want to see some production from their sharp young  qb and supporting cast. Gburg will score, but their opponents usually score more. Ursinus, Moravian, McDaniel and Juniata bring up the second half..I have spoken.It is written.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on August 24, 2009, 10:29:47 PM
muledaddy
  Wesley is headed to Muhlenberg thursday nite for a 6pm scrimmage
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 26, 2009, 02:15:45 PM
Muledaddy & Wesleyfan

I am headed up to Allentown tomorrow night to check out how both teams look for the this year, any chance of seeing either one of you there ?
It should be a good test for both teams .
Can't wait to get Div.3 Football started up for another year !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on August 26, 2009, 08:43:41 PM
greekgeek

I can't make it up . I have other commitments . Only about a 50 minute drive for me but I don't sdee it happening
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on August 27, 2009, 09:23:37 PM

Greek,

Sorry but regrets about the scrimmage....I will be there when the season gets under way, and I will see Wesley at Del  Val..hi to all in the land of the Mules





Title: Centennial Conference Weekly Coaches Chat
Post by: commish on August 30, 2009, 11:49:07 AM
Following the success of the preseason coaches chat (1,164 viewers as of Friday morning), the Centennial Conference will hold a weekly chat with the nine head football coaches, beginning this Tuesday, September 1, at 10 a.m. EDT.

The coaches will answer questions from the moderator about the preseason camp just concluded, the outlook for the season and this week's opening opponent.

Dickinson starts things off at 10 a.m., followed by Franklin & Marshall (10:07), Gettysburg (10:14), Johns Hopkins (10:21), Juniata (10:28), McDaniel (10:35), Moravian (10:42), Muhlenberg (10:49) and Ursinus (10:56). If time permits, we will also take questions from viewers.

Check back on Tuesday morning for the official link or go directly to http://centennialconference.blogspot.com
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 01, 2009, 10:36:57 AM
I noticed last year that you guys did pick 'ems on this board. Is that going to happen again this year?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 01, 2009, 05:04:38 PM
Our Dear friend OLD ENDS ran that for us. Haven't heard from him in a long while. Hope he is doing well and will run the pick ums for us again this season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: G-manWU on September 02, 2009, 11:09:23 PM
Hey everyone,

My first time on this part of the board I believe. If any of you Mules fans are making the trip to Wilkes, give me a yell if you need help with directions, or finding the field, restaurants/hotels, etc.. At this point it looks like a combination of work commitments will prevent me from attending this one, but I hope you all enjoy the game nonetheless. I spent my four football seasons as an undergrad (2004-2007) as the video dude for Wilkes Football- some of my fondest memories with lots of great people. So hit me up for any questions or info you need on anything Wilkes-related. Cheers! :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 03, 2009, 06:50:09 AM
Welcome to this side of the board G-man

I know that this is a rebuilding year for The Mules beings that they lost a good portion of there offense, just wondering how Wilkes is looking this year, have not had a chance to check Wilkes Football pages.

Good Luck to both teams this year.

Go Mules !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on September 03, 2009, 11:55:41 AM
Just to switch it up a bit (and being excited for my alma mater for the first time since 2005), the Green Terror have a lot of seniors returning and morale has apparently been through the roof since the start of spring workouts.  They've replaced yet another Defensive Coordinator, but most importantly I'm excited to see what they can do.  All the seniors in the world doesn't make anything automatic, we all know that; but hey, i can be real; things can't get much worse in Westminster.  Go Terror!

Good luck too all CC teams this season.  By the way, how many MORE teams can the CC add???

have a great year all, looking forward to some good banter on the D3Board...BEST TIME OF YEAR!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on September 03, 2009, 02:55:39 PM
wow...talk about a jinx...not more than an hour after i posted the below, i read an article in the Carroll County Times that 6 starters are suspected to not participate in Saturday's opener against non-conference foe St. Vincent, due to injuries.  Not good news, although it will prepare some younger guys to step up and fill the void.  Go Terror!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 03, 2009, 09:16:23 PM

BT, Greek et al,

Let the games begin...let's pick "em.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 04, 2009, 07:57:35 AM
Dickinson @ Grove City....Dickinson
F & M @ Wash. Lee....F & M
Lebanon Valley @ Gettysburg...Gettysburg
J H @ Delaware Valley...J H
Juniata @ Allegheny...Allegheny
St. Vincent @ McDaniel...McDaniel
Moravian @ Susquehanna...Moravian
Albright @ Ursinus...Albright
Muhlenberg @ Wilkes... Muhlenberg

The first week is always the hardest week.

Good Luck Everyone
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 04, 2009, 08:08:07 AM
Dickinson @ Grove City - Dickinson
F & M @ Wash. Lee - F & M
Lebanon Valley @ Gettysburg - Leb Val
J H @ Delaware Valley - Del Val
Juniata @ Allegheny - Allegheny
St. Vincent @ McDaniel - McDaniel
Moravian @ Susquehanna -  Moravian
Albright @ Ursinus - Albright
Muhlenberg @ Wilkes - Muhlenberg


Hopkins vs. Del Val game is a tough one choose have to give credit to the teams for scheduling such a tough first week game
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 04, 2009, 01:35:33 PM
I agree the first week always is tough to pick. I got out the quarter and flipped on a few picks.

WINNERS:
Dickinson
F & M
Lebanon Valley
Delaware Valley
Allegheny
McDaniel
Moravian
Albright
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 04, 2009, 04:00:47 PM
Best guesses

Dickinson
F & M
Gettysburg
John Hopkins
Allegheny
McDaniel
Moravian
Albright
Wilkes
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gordonmann on September 04, 2009, 04:05:07 PM
For those interested in the Johns Hopkins/Delaware Valley game, you can listen to a live broadcast tomorrow over this here interweb.

Johns Hopkins (8-3 in 2008)
vs.
Delaware Valley (8-3 in 2008)

Click here to listen (http://pointers.audiovideoweb.com/stcasx/3c3winlive3370/play.asx)

The stream will be inactive until pregame coverage begins at 1:40 pm for the rare 2 pm kickoff.  You'll need Windows Media Player to listen.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 04, 2009, 04:17:39 PM
WEEK 1 WINNING PICKS:

dICKINSON
F AND M
LEB VALLEY
DEL VAL
ALLEGHENY
ALBRIGHT
MCDANIEL
MORAVIAN
MUHLENBERG
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 04, 2009, 04:21:44 PM

gORDON,

tHANKS FOR THE INFO...it should be game of the week... RE Hopkins-Del Val....see ya there if i don't make my Mule game in Wilkesbarre.....Doylestown is only a stone
s throw for me (45min)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 04, 2009, 07:11:59 PM
picks
Dickinson
Washington & Lee
Del Vall
Allegheny
Ursinus
McDaniel
Moravian
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 04, 2009, 07:16:15 PM
Someone else will have to run the picks this year..getting better but stll aways to go.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gordonmann on September 04, 2009, 09:47:29 PM
Muledaddy:

Cool.  Flag me down if you see a guy with a goatee and a Tigers hat (if I remember to wear it).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: G-manWU on September 04, 2009, 10:54:20 PM
Quote from: greekgeek on September 03, 2009, 06:50:09 AM
Welcome to this side of the board G-man

I know that this is a rebuilding year for The Mules beings that they lost a good portion of there offense, just wondering how Wilkes is looking this year, have not had a chance to check Wilkes Football pages.

Good Luck to both teams this year.

Go Mules !

Thanks for the welcome!!

Turns out I will be able to make the Wilkes-Mules game at Ralston tomorrow- see you there if anyone can make it.

If you're tailgating, bring your ble/red plastic cups and keep it reasonable, and you won't have a problem. Parking is good but the lot can fill up quick- try the lot at Kirby Park just down the street if you can't get a space there.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on September 05, 2009, 01:36:53 AM
Dickinson @ Grove City - Dickinson
F & M @ Wash. Lee - W and L
Lebanon Valley @ Gettysburg - Leb Val
J H @ Delaware Valley - Hopkins
Juniata @ Allegheny - Allegheny
St. Vincent @ McDaniel - McDaniel
Moravian @ Susquehanna -  Moravian
Albright @ Ursinus - Ursinus
Muhlenberg @ Wilkes - Muhlenberg

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on September 05, 2009, 03:20:45 PM
Turning out to be a pretty good game in Lexington, Va., between W&L and F&M. The Dips are up 29-21, after W&L just scored on 4th and 1.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 05, 2009, 03:50:45 PM
Final score
F&M 29
W&L 27
2-point try missed
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 05, 2009, 05:07:43 PM
Not a good start for the Centennial Conference(3-6)

Dickinson @ Grove City....Dickinson(close)
F & M @ Wash. Lee....F & M(close)
Lebanon Valley @ Gettysburg...Lebanon Valley
J H @ Delaware Valley...Delaware Valley
Juniata @ Allegheny...Allegheny
St. Vincent @ McDaniel...McDaniel
Moravian @ Susquehanna...Susquehanna
Albright @ Ursinus...Albright
Muhlenberg @ Wilkes... Wilkes
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 05, 2009, 08:26:06 PM

Mates,

             I went to Doylestown, couldn't find Gordon (unless he is young, with a brown goatee, but no tigers hat.
It was a good game, with    Isgro, the Delval qb, being the best athlete on the field. He runs, passes, and thinks well.
                  Hopkins was rather flat offensively, with Kase contained nicely by the Aggie defense.O'Connor,
the JH  2 running back showed sparks of brilliance, but was hurt and hobbling most of the game.   the cenn
From my seatthe Centenniel Confeerence remains wide open...JH doesn't have the horsepower to
dominate. A moment of silence wlll be obseved by me for my poor Mules, losers on their 3rd interception.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: G-manWU on September 05, 2009, 10:36:30 PM
Muledaddy,

Glad you enjoyed your day in Doylestown. A great game at Ralston Field today between two good teams- it was close and hard-hittng and everything you want in a great game.

If today was anything to go by, the CC shoulden't forget Muhlenberg- they have some fantastic talent. IMHO the tailback #26 is outstanding- he's among the most elusive runners I've seen in six seasons working for/following Wilkes. The coaching staff also did a great job with the QB (also a freshman I believe) by calling managible throws for him- good routes by the wideouts and they were catching everything.

I coulden't see either of the picks in the red zone very well, but on the second INT, I thought the Mules just should have kept running away with #26 and whatever other backs they had- Wilkes was not at their best in stopping the run.

On a final note, great sportsmanship all-around at Ralston. Muhelnberg brought a great group of fans who were very friendly and well-behaved. Also, i had a chance to speak with both #26 and #56 after the game, both very nice guys. Best wishes to all of your teams on a very good season in the CC :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 06, 2009, 07:18:15 PM
stats from the games
click here: http://www.centennial.org/Football/2009stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2009stats/confldrs.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 06, 2009, 07:20:39 PM
The Conference has something new this year..
click here: http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/09/sunday-morning-quarterback.html (http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/09/sunday-morning-quarterback.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: G-manWU on September 07, 2009, 01:14:16 AM
Old Ends,

Back when I was working with the team at Wilkes as a student, I seem to remember you posting on the MAC board. Any connections to the league from those days?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 07, 2009, 04:47:29 PM
my nephew's son and daughter went to Wilkes and would visit. Watched a few basketball and football games and would make comments.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 07, 2009, 05:07:04 PM
congrats to Ian Mitchell, Dickinson--Sam Massaro, F & M-- and CJ Billera, McDaniel players of the week, see the rest here.

http://www.centennial.org/football/index.html (http://www.centennial.org/football/index.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 07, 2009, 09:11:43 PM
OK BOYS,

If we are going to have a pick'um, we have to do the work and tabulate the results because Old
is still recovering from his setback.....I'll do week 1 tomorrow night if nobody else has ....
after that, we can all take a turn,fair enough?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 08, 2009, 11:52:05 AM
Ok Muledaddy you tabulate this past weekend's scores and I will then keep track for the next few weeks. The only thing I ask is if I make a mistake with your picks, just let me know. I will post this weekend's schedule later on today.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 08, 2009, 02:29:45 PM
For any Dickinson fans interested in this week's match-up vs. Hobart, the Statesmen's season outlook is up:

http://www.hwsathletics.com/news/2009/9/7/HFB_0907093346.aspx

I will posting my notes on the Dickinson game on my blog later this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 08, 2009, 05:48:51 PM
Mates,

Here are the unofficial week #1 results:    Muledaddy  7-2     .777
                                                                   BTexpress   7-2        "
                                                                   CCfan27      7-2        "
                                                                   Reserved     6-3     .666
                                                                   Yen4ten       6-3     .666
                                                                   greekgeek   5-4     .555
                                                                   OldEnds       4-4     .500

Note:Old did not pick Leb Val-G'Burg game
                                                                   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 08, 2009, 07:47:52 PM
According to the Centennial Conference site these are the games for Week2:

Saturday, September 12
#17 Hobart at Dickinson
Catholic at Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg at Hampden-Sydney
Randolph-Macon at Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna at Juniata
McDaniel at Moravian
Ursinus at Lebanon Valley
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 09, 2009, 01:36:27 AM
TGP's Dickinson game preview is up on gohobart.blogspot.com
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 09, 2009, 07:33:29 AM
Quote from: TGP on September 09, 2009, 01:36:27 AM
TGP's Dickinson game preview is up on gohobart.blogspot.com


Thanks for the preview on the Statesmen
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 09, 2009, 08:25:17 AM
Saturday, September 12
#17 Hobart at Dickinson  - Hobart
Catholic at Franklin & Marshall - F&M
Gettysburg at Hampden-Sydney - Hampden-Sydney
Randolph-Macon at Johns Hopkins - Hopkins
Susquehanna at Juniata - Susquehanna
McDaniel at Moravian - Moravian
Ursinus at Lebanon Valley - Leb Val

Hopefully a better week for the CC but I don't see much of an improvement coming.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 09, 2009, 09:51:35 AM
Quote from: Reserved Seat on September 08, 2009, 07:47:52 PM
According to the Centennial Conference site these are the games for Week2:

Saturday, September 12
#17 Hobart at Dickinson
Catholic at Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg at Hampden-Sydney
Randolph-Macon at Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna at Juniata
McDaniel at Moravian
Ursinus at Lebanon Valley

Week 2 Pick Em's

Dickinson
Hampden-Sydney
F&M
Hopkins
Susquehanna
McDaniel
LVC
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 09, 2009, 10:43:08 AM
I will keep track of everyone's picks for a few weeks. Here is mine:

DICKINSON over Hobart ( on paper Hobart should win, but the Devils offense is just too good)
F&M over Catholic ( the Dips take down another ODAC school)
HAMPDEN SYDNEY over Gettysburg ( the Bullets could start the year 0-2)
HOPKINS over RMC ( The Jays get their first win of the year)
SUSQUEHANNA over Juniata ( new coaching staff still needs some time)
MCDANIEL over Moravian ( When was the last time the boys from MD started the year 2-0?)
LVC over Ursinus ( the Bears have a tough task at hand this weekend with another MAC school)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 09, 2009, 01:06:07 PM
Quote from: RedDevil4Life on September 09, 2009, 07:33:29 AM
Quote from: TGP on September 09, 2009, 01:36:27 AM
TGP's Dickinson game preview is up on gohobart.blogspot.com


Thanks for the preview on the Statesmen

My pleasure.  Good luck on Saturday.  Your Devils definitely scare us Statesmen fans.  You're a tough opening draw given Mitchell et al.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 09, 2009, 02:16:44 PM
Hobart ( i just like them this week )
F & M ( just better than Catholic )
Hampden-Sydney ( going with home team )
J. H. ( another close game still going with the home team)
Susquehanna ( agree with B T )
McDaniel (looking good this year )
L V C ( just because there home )

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 09, 2009, 03:57:24 PM
Best Guesses

Hobart
F&M
Hampden-Sydney
John Hopkins
Susquehanna
Moravian
Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on September 09, 2009, 06:11:18 PM
Saturday, September 12
Dickinson (Dick D steps it up)
Franklin & Marshall (Sets up a showdown for the Wagon)
Hampden-Sydney (Gburg offense better on turf)
Susquehanna
McDaniel (Coach Keating gets it done despite injuries)
Lebanon Valley
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on September 09, 2009, 07:08:41 PM
and Hopkins over RM
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 11, 2009, 09:48:34 AM
Muledaddy and Ends make sure you get your picks in today. I hope it is not a rainy sloppy day on Saturday.It seemed like almost every game last year was that way. I swore I was going to buy a decent RAINCOAT this season (Ha Ha). I don't mine a little rain, but I don't like bad weather to determine the outcomes of games like it did in several CC games last season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pumkinattack on September 11, 2009, 11:39:14 AM
Does Dickinson offer a webcast of their football games so we can watch online from home and if so, how do we go about getting it?  Thanks!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 11, 2009, 12:55:05 PM
Quote from: pumkinattack on September 11, 2009, 11:39:14 AM
Does Dickinson offer a webcast of their football games so we can watch online from home and if so, how do we go about getting it?  Thanks!
No just audio from both schools radio stations doing the game this week. Should be a good one though.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 11, 2009, 08:10:17 PM
Well here goes

Dickinson
F & M
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Susquehanna
McDaniel
Lebanon Valley

old
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 11, 2009, 09:30:19 PM
Gentlemen,
                  Week #2 winning picks  Hobart              
                                                         Moravian
                                                         F and    M
                                                         HSC
                                                         Johns Hopkins
                                                         Susquehanna
                                                         Leb Valley
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pumkinattack on September 12, 2009, 08:18:49 AM
A little bit more about Hobart I posted on the LL board:

Game notes for Hobart/Dick are out:

http://hwsathletics.com/documents/2009/9/11/2009-0912%20Dickinson%20Game%20Notes.pdf

Some thoughts on the two deep listed (for what that's worth, its not always accurate):

Vella is the starter w/transfer Earl #2, so it looks like Rose from Victor isn't expected to play this year barring injury.

No Marlier or Schulz.  I hope neither have any significant injury.  Schulz is replaceable because all the other receivers came back from last year, so having Vincent, Muratori and Schetting as the top three  is still strong.  Sort of concerned about Marlier because I thought he was going to have a big year after he seemed to get stronger in the playoffs (even though his MUC stats may look light, he ran tough). 

The #1 RB is Pat Julian, a spread QB at Sauquoit Valley two years ago.  He had a bunch of big rushing games as QB there (couple of 300 yd games), but last year he played slot and battled injuries.  Looks like he added a few lbs too, which is good.  Tritten is #2.  Surprised Julian beat out Tritten, but he must have earned it so I look forward to seeing what they both can do. 

FB is Matt Howard over former starting OL Andrew Miller.  That spot is a ? mark.

On Defense, nothing surprising except maybe that FR Klindera isn't in the 2 deep at ILB.  I had heard good things about him.  One FR in the entire 2 deep, which is good.  I actually think the team D is going to be better than last season.  The front four has three returning starters and one DT who got significant time in rotation the last two years.  The OLB's are three year and two years starters (having Fernando Jones back after a year away is also good).  At ILB, Ill be interested to see what happens.  I think OLaughlin is going to blow up this year.  He had that strong rookie season and guys have come out of no where in the past like Hager as a JR and Hoffman as a SR.  Reggie Robinson is a talented and tough kid who was hurt a bit last year.  The secondary will be rock solid with three year starter Szymanski, Woodard and Kelliher (who I was a maniac on special teams last year and played a bit a safety in meaningful minutes).

The dickinson game is going to be tough and I think Bart's keys are controlling the LOS and having a rushing advantage. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on September 12, 2009, 12:48:07 PM
Hobart fumbles on the Dickinson 10.

Dickinson driving to the Hobart 33, under 7 mins in the half;  2nd and a long 2.

Long gain...

Hobart holds on 2 and goal from the 2 and 3rd and goal, but Dickinson scores on 4th and goal from the 1.

89 yd drive by the Red Devils; 7-0  6:00 left in the first half.

2:14 left in the 1st half.




Hobart 25 yd FG from the right hash as time expires in the half.  Dickinson leads Hobart 7-3 at the half.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on September 12, 2009, 01:47:44 PM
Dickinson's Ian Mitchell runs for a 21yd TD.  Kick is blocked. Hobart's Orlando Patterson ran the blocked kick back beyond midfield; 0:32 in the 3rd.  85 yd drive.  Dickinson leads 20-3.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 12, 2009, 01:48:22 PM
Impressive win for Dickinson.  Hobart has a lot of issues to address prior to facing CMU next week.  Good luck to the Devils the rest of 09. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 12, 2009, 03:23:39 PM
Dickinson played a great game on both sides of the ball today. Might be one of the best games I have seen the Red Devils play in a while. Only bad thing was that Ian and Pat were not on the same page a few times. Great job Dickinson, keep the Wagon where it belongs next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 14, 2009, 10:27:43 AM
Here are our results after week number 2 in the pick ems:

CCFAN27  6-1
REDDEVIL4LIFE 6-1
BTEXPRESS   6-1
YEN4TEN     6-1
MULEDADDY 6-1
GREEKGEEK 5-2
RESEVEDSEAT 5-2
OLD ENDS 5-2


OVERALL:
MULEDADDY      13-3
CCFAN27           13-3
BTEXPRESS        13-3
YEN4TEN            12-4
RESERVEDSEAT   11-5
GREEKGEEK         10-7
OLD ENDS            10-6
REDDEVIL4LIFE    6-1
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 14, 2009, 12:20:20 PM
This week's schedule for the pick ems. Remember there is a FRIDAY night game this week, so the picks have to been in by Friday afternoon:

Gettysburg @ Johns Hopkins ( FRIDAY)
Dickinson @ F & M
Ursinus @ Juniata
Catholic @ McDaniel
Lebabon Valley @ Moravian
Union @ Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 15, 2009, 11:25:34 AM
Johns Hopkins
Dickinson
Ursinus
Catholic
Lebabon Valley
Union

Some tough games to choose here...especially the lower teams in the conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 15, 2009, 12:33:13 PM
This week's picks look tough to me. Some good close games this week.

HOPKINS over Gettysburg ( This game will be close, can either defense stop the other?)
DICKINSON over F & M( Another close one, but the Conestoga Wagon trophy stays in Carlisle for a 6th straight year)
URSINUS over Juniata ( The bears offense is starting to jell)
CATHOLIC over McDaniel ( Tossed a coin for this pick)
LVC over Moravian ( The Dutchman take down their third staight CC opponent)
UNION over Muhlenberg ( The Mules could be 0-2 for the first time in years)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 15, 2009, 02:17:47 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on September 14, 2009, 12:20:20 PM
This week's schedule for the pick ems. Remember there is a FRIDAY night game this week, so the picks have to been in by Friday afternoon:

Gettysburg @ Johns Hopkins ( FRIDAY)
Dickinson @ F & M
Ursinus @ Juniata
Catholic @ McDaniel
Lebabon Valley @ Moravian
Union @ Muhlenberg

Week 3 Pick Em

Hopkins
Dickinson
Ursinus
McDaniel
LVC
Union
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on September 15, 2009, 07:50:56 PM
Johns Hopkins
Dickinson
Ursinus
McDaniel
Moravian
Union
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 16, 2009, 06:36:31 PM
Hopkins
Dickinson
Ursinus
McDaniel
Lebanon Valley
Union

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on September 17, 2009, 11:27:44 AM
Gentlemen-
I've been out of the loop for a little while and wanted to check our board for any updates on the happenings of the CC.  Any news?  I'm seeing a lot of "pick ems'" but no discussion threads.  Must have been a quiet week in the hunt for the Boot.  I'll look forward to seeing how this week turns out for our Centennial guys!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 17, 2009, 01:05:01 PM
J H
Dickinson
Ursinus
McDaniel
Lebanon Valley
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on September 17, 2009, 07:45:33 PM
getting ready for a great weekend of Centennial football!  It's "Friday Night Lights" as Hopkins entertains Gettysburg.  Last year the two teams combined for over 1,000 yards of total offense.  Will we see that again?  It's "Wagon Week" as Dickinson travels to Lancaster to take on Franklin & Marshall for the Conestoga Wagon Trophy.  Two of the CC's top QB's take center stage in Ian Mitchell and John Harrison.  Keep an eye on the battle between Pat O'Connor and Barry Lovett!  Ursinus travels to Juniata to take on the Eagles with both teams looking for their first win of 2009.  Out-of-Conference play features Catholic-McDaniel, LVC-Moravian and Union-Muhlenberg.  Get the lowdown on all the games from the head coaches.  http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/09/football-press-conference_15.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 17, 2009, 10:30:53 PM

Week 3..wild things.....
                                    G'Burg .....major offensive  upset
                                     F and M ,,,,,,,Franklin's ghost saves the wagon...a flying circus upset
                                     Ursinus..finally gets a w
                                     McD........without golden arches, but with ball security
                                      LebVal.....mac beats cc, again,again,again
                                      Mules .....a Mike Donnelly miracle upset
                                     
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSC85 on September 18, 2009, 08:31:02 AM
Muledaddy,

I was at the Hampden-Sydney vs. Gettysburg game last week.  G'burg was extremely efficient offensively.  They threw the ball down the field and looked great on crossing routes.  Also they did not have a turnover until the overtime.  I think they are a dangerous team because they are never out of a game as they proved in the Lebanon Valley game.  They may not have all the pieces to win the CC but they certianly have a chance to win any game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 18, 2009, 10:16:02 AM
Reserved Seat don't forget your picks today
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 18, 2009, 01:32:26 PM
Battle for the Wagon tomorrow. Lets go Red Devils.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 18, 2009, 07:13:54 PM
Just got home.
I hope I made it before kick-off.

Picks

John Hopkins
F&M
Ursinus
Catholic
Moravian
Union
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2009, 11:22:53 AM
F&M's passing game has been extremely successful, so far this season.
Harrison didn't throw an uncatchable pass last year. Several would have required good catches, but not one pass seemed in danger of being picked off.  F&M will probably have to establish more of a running game this week than what they had the last two weeks.  There's a lot of speed in the back field if they can get a gap.
Hobart didn't seem to be a 17th ranked team.  Dickinson played well, but the opponent may not have been as advertised.  It was great that these 2 Centennial Conference teams won.  I'll have to repond to RedDevil4Life even though my cousin is a Red Devil alumnus--Go Dips.
The weather looks like it's going to be great for football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: dlippiel on September 19, 2009, 04:03:14 PM
Thought the Mules were solid today in their defeat of the Union Dutchmen. dlip always has a ton of respect for the Mules and feels they will battle all season long and continue to grow in the CC. Union came in today very over confident and simply stated, "thought their **** didn't stink." The Mules clearly put the U in their place and deserve much credit for the W. dlip feels like Union played one of it's worst games in dlips recent memory but does not feel that is in anyway an excuse for the L. Congrats Mules and dlip wishes you a ton of luck for the remainder of 09', you deserve it!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2009, 04:26:27 PM
Wild game at F&M.
F&M's running game against Dickinson's running game
Dickinson kicks a field goal with 4 seconds left to win 43-42.
F&M moved the ball at will passing.
Dickinson moved the ball at will running.
F&M was unable to successfully convert on 2 extra points tries, so went for 2 on their last three scores converting all three with pass plays.
An extremely exciting game to watch.
Dickinson's quarterback was extremely elusive, and their big running back ran with power.
F&M's offensive line gave Harrison plenty of time to look for an open receiver.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2009, 04:28:36 PM
Does anyone have the match ups for next week?
I have to make my picks tonight.
I might not have access to a computer next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSCTiger74 on September 19, 2009, 04:49:29 PM
Quote from: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2009, 04:28:36 PM
Does anyone have the match ups for next week?
I have to make my picks tonight.
I might not have access to a computer next week.

These may not be official, but I got them from D3.com ...
Moravian @ JHU
Muhlenberg @ Gettysburg
F&M @ Juniata
McDaniel @ Dickinson
Ursinus idle
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2009, 10:16:14 PM
Thanks, HSCTiger 74.
My picks
JHU
Muhlenberg
F&M
Dickinson

I can't do much worse than last week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 19, 2009, 10:24:38 PM
Quote from: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2009, 11:22:53 AM
F&M's passing game has been extremely successful, so far this season.
Harrison didn't throw an uncatchable pass last year. Several would have required good catches, but not one pass seemed in danger of being picked off.  F&M will probably have to establish more of a running game this week than what they had the last two weeks.  There's a lot of speed in the back field if they can get a gap.
Hobart didn't seem to be a 17th ranked team.  Dickinson played well, but the opponent may not have been as advertised.  It was great that these 2 Centennial Conference teams won.  I'll have to repond to RedDevil4Life even though my cousin is a Red Devil alumnus--Go Dips.
The weather looks like it's going to be great for football.

Did your cousin play? And what a game.  Big time shoot out in Lancaster today. The Wagon stays in Carlisle for the 19th time in 22 years. Good luck next week to F & M
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 20, 2009, 09:59:43 AM

A game of inches........the Devil winning chip shot field goal brushed the fingers of the F and M defender attempting the block, but not enough to send it off course.
This prognosticator would have truly welcomed that additional inch, just to redeem
myself for my misplaced faith in G'Burg on Friday night at Hopkins.

I did have the extreme pleasure of seeing a Mike Donnelly miracle in Allentown as the Mule defense and special teams rose to the occasion, upsetting previously ranked #22 Union.........nice to see the Greek again in person.....and the beat goes on...
I wil pick from Myrtle Beach SC this week, a most suitable site for the forlorn chaser
of the little white ball.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on September 20, 2009, 10:11:33 AM
Congrads to Muhlenberg on the win over a ranked opponent!  Well done!

-Ski
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 21, 2009, 10:23:05 AM
Gentlemen here are the results from the weekend's PICK EMS:

Greekgeek         6-0 ( NICE JOB)
Old Ends            5-1
Reddevil4life      5-1
CCfan27            4-2
Muledaddy         4-2
Yen4Ten            4-2
Btexpress          4-2
Reserved seat   2-4

Only the Muhlenberg fans who towed the party line predicted the Mules big upset win over Nationally ranked Union.

OVERALL after three weeks:

Muledaddy          17-5
CCfan27              17-5
Btexpress            17-5
Yen4ten               16-6
Greekgeek           16-6
Old Ends              15-6
Reserved Seat      13-9
Reddevil4life         11-2
Title: Weekly Press Conference
Post by: commish on September 21, 2009, 07:14:51 PM
Join us on Tuesday at 10 a.m. EDT for the weekly Centennial Conference football press conference.  Watch what the nine head coaches have to say about last weekend's game ... this weekend's opponent ... and what's going on with their respective team.  Want to ask a question?  Join in.  Can't take time away from the office or class?  Leave a question in the comment box.  We'll ask it for you.
http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/09/football-press-conference_21.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 22, 2009, 10:47:21 AM
My picks for this weekend. Looking at the schedule, I don't really see any upsets:

HOPKINS over Moravian  ( The Jays offense is too much for the Hounds to stop)

MUHLENBERG over Gettysburg ( Might be closer than people think. Mules coming off the big win against Union. Bullets might be the best 0-4 team in the country)

F & M over Juniata ( This could get UGLY)

DICKINSON over McDaniel ( The Red Devils owe McDaniel one from last year's rain soaked upset win)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 22, 2009, 11:32:09 AM
My Picks for the weekend

Hopkins beats Moravian (Gonna be a tough year for the hounds)

Gettysburg beats Muhlenberg (Let down game for the Mules after a big win? Gettysurg has the offense, can it stop the young mules offense)

F&M beats Juniata (Impressive performance for F&M last weekend just fell short of shocking the league)

Dickinson beats McDaniel (It could monsoon this weekend and the Devils wouldn't let a repeat of last year happen)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on September 22, 2009, 11:45:40 AM
SKI?  The SKI I know??? 
Congrats to the Green Terror for getting Coach Keating win #100...truly a milestone for Uncle Tim.

Quote from: Teamski on September 20, 2009, 10:11:33 AM
Congrads to Muhlenberg on the win over a ranked opponent!  Well done!

-Ski
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 22, 2009, 01:48:54 PM
Well i went 6-0 last week but i could easily go 0-4 this week thats what makes this Centennial Conference so good.
Well here goes:
Mc Daniel beats Dickinson ( my 1st upset )
F. & M. beats Juniata ( no upset here )
Muhlenberg beats Gettysburg ( a great offense playing an always impressive defense Mules in a squeaker )
Moravian beats J.H. ( 2nd upset )

p.s. it was great seeing Muledaddy last week in Allentown.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 22, 2009, 07:18:42 PM
picks for this weekend

John Hopkins
Gettysburg
Franklin and Marshall
Dickinson

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on September 22, 2009, 08:09:15 PM
muledaddy, was looking for a game to go see this week and I think I have come up with one.  mules at gettysburg.  what kind of game will this be?  will it be worth the 2+ hour trip?  are you making the trip?  I see the Ryan is making the trip so that would be nice to catch up with him.  Let me know what you all think.  It is nice being a free agent and getting around to see other teams.  how bout tailgating at gettysburg?  wife is even coming along to do some siteseeing in the town so it will be a good trip.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 23, 2009, 08:33:18 AM
Pick Em's

Dickinson
Mules
F&M
Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on September 23, 2009, 06:42:53 PM
Hopkins
Gettysburg
F&M
Dickinson

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on September 24, 2009, 11:49:05 AM
Any interesting story lines going into the weekend?  All i've really seen is pick ems.  Here's a topic.....

Dickinson vs McDaniel, after last years disapointing upset loss, do the Devils have what it takes for a revenge blow out, or does a revamped passing game for the Terror keep it close or perhaps pull out an upset for a second straight season.

The Carroll County Times reports that McDaniels top 2 receiving threats are nursing shoulder injuires-- Something to keap an eye on.

http://www.carrollcounty.com/articles/2009/09/24/sports/6_mcdaniel_notebook.txt

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 24, 2009, 01:07:27 PM
Quote from: Terrorizer24 on September 24, 2009, 11:49:05 AM
Any interesting story lines going into the weekend?  All i've really seen is pick ems.  Here's a topic.....

Dickinson vs McDaniel, after last years disapointing upset loss, do the Devils have what it takes for a revenge blow out, or does a revamped passing game for the Terror keep it close or perhaps pull out an upset for a second straight season.

The Carroll County Times reports that McDaniels top 2 receiving threats are nursing shoulder injuires-- Something to keap an eye on.

http://www.carrollcounty.com/articles/2009/09/24/sports/6_mcdaniel_notebook.txt




Not a chance that McDaniel pulls out an upset. There is no way that team can stop the prolific offense that Dickinson has. Dickinson is proving that they may be the best team in the league.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 24, 2009, 01:19:36 PM
Hey any given day anybody can beat anybody, just look what happened last week with Muhlenberg.....beating # 22 ranked Union team. Anything could happen.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 24, 2009, 01:29:43 PM
I agree anything can happen...but not after what happened last year and where this team is headed. The same core is there for Dickinson and they remember what happened. Do you think Muhlenberg would let Moravian beat them this year if they the same players from 'Berg were back. I don't think so
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on September 24, 2009, 02:01:52 PM
This years' McDaniel squad is more talented and more confident than the team that beat Dickinson last year.  The same core of Dickinson could feel the same dissapointment they felt last season at the hands of the Terror. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on September 24, 2009, 02:13:29 PM
From McDaniel's press release for this weeks contest: "After two weeks of the season, McDaniel was ranked 22nd in all of Division III in rush defense, allowing just 108 yards on the ground combined in its first two games"

"In 2008, the Green Terror defense recorded just nine sacks for the entire season. Through three games in 2009, the unit has already gotten to the quarterback a CC-best nine times. Mike Ford (Drexel Hill, Pa./Haverford Twp.) leads the conference with 4.5 sacks, forcing the opponents back 52 yards on those plays. Ford is tied for ninth in the nation in sacks per game (1.5) and tied for third in tackles for loss (2.83). The team's nine sacks have totaled 72 negative yards - 34 yards more than any other team in the conference. Conversely, the offensive line has allowed just four sacks a year after giving up 34. "

I'd say things will stack up for one heck of a game on Saturday between the Red Devils and the Terror.  It looks like last week Mitchell (who, don't get me wrong, is an outstanding athlete/QB), did some damage on the ground by himself, but only threw the ball 14 times...from the looks of the first 3 games I'd say in all fairness, the Terror D has both of those threats pretty well covered.  I have to agree though that "any given Saturday" you just never know.  I wish the beer wasn't so cold and the flat-screens weren't so large in Baltimore this Saturday or I'd be heading up to Carlisle to see this matchup. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 24, 2009, 02:38:29 PM
Dickinson's loss to McDaniel last year was a gut wrencher to the Red Devils. The weather factored into that game for sure. Yes, anything could happen, but I think Dickinson stays undefeated at 4-0 after Saturday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 25, 2009, 05:59:02 AM

Wesleydad and My Felllow Boardmates,

The weather in MyrtleBeach is righteous (85air/80 ocean), the friendship and golf are beautiful too,
but my heart will be in the CC on Saturday, if not my body.
For what its worth, here we go: 1. Dickinson-unstoppable at this point; 2-F & M-  better each week;
3. Hopkins- this could be interesting if they can contain Mr. Kase; and 4. MULES-it's going to have to be like
the 2007 squeaker  (13-12 on a blocked extra point with 28 secs on the clock), because Mr. Flynn is no
joke.
        Wesleydad, I am sorry I can't make this one but I'll come to Dover if we can't catch a CC game
sometime during the season.........Good luck to all, God Bless America, and the kids of D3, of all ages.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 25, 2009, 06:55:18 AM
Quote from: Terrorizer24 on September 24, 2009, 02:01:52 PM
This years' McDaniel squad is more talented and more confident than the team that beat Dickinson last year.  The same core of Dickinson could feel the same dissapointment they felt last season at the hands of the Terror. 

If ickinson fumbles the ball 5 times ( few of which were inside their own 10 or 2o) like last year they might feel the same dissapointment. Buuuuuuut I doubt that. McDaniel is a better team this year but I think Dicknson will win big. 34-6
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 25, 2009, 07:34:43 AM
Hey Red Devil and CC FAN, i think GT9 and Terrorizer are making some pretty good points about this game against Dickinson and Mc Daniel. Who knows which way the football will bounce this weekend for all 4 games. ( i'm just saying )
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 25, 2009, 09:51:32 AM
Yes they make good points. But you have to look at who McDaniel has played. GT97 points out how good their defense is but they played St. Vincent who is hardly a football team, Moravian who is averaging all of 8 points a game and Catholic who isn't very good. Dickinson has playmakers all over the field and Mitchell will run wild on them. I am not a Dickinson fan I did not go to Dickinson, but I just think McDaniel's 2-1 record is a little inflated considering the teams they have played. They lost to Moravian 21-16 then the following week Moravian got crushed by Leb Val 42-3. Look at the numbers...Long day for the terror
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Terrorizer24 on September 25, 2009, 10:10:06 AM
Speaking of Leb Val....they are 3-0 against CC Teams.  Maybe they should join the conference. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 25, 2009, 10:21:46 AM
Yea. They are good team this year, I saw them against Moravian. They have a chance to win the MAC. Very strong offensive football team.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on September 25, 2009, 10:25:36 AM
The first weekend of fall means the first full weekend of Centennial football action with games at four venues. The biggest game of the day pits a pair of CC unbeatens as Moravian visits Johns Hopkins. Can't make the trip to see your favorite team play? You can watch two games - Moravian-Hopkins and Muhlenberg-Gettysburg - on your computer with streaming video courtesy of JHU and Gettysburg. You can also listen to the game in Baltimore, as well as the Dickinson-McDaniel contest.

The Friday Tailgate
http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/09/friday-tailgate_25.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 25, 2009, 12:52:54 PM
Hey i'm not a Dickinson fan or a McDaniel fan, i just thought i would stir the pot a little bit on this board......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 25, 2009, 01:36:04 PM
Greekgeek...We definitely need more of that on this board. It seems like all we get is pick 'ems. The game i'm truly interested this weekend is Gburg and the Mules, I had a really hard time picking that game and think it could definitely go either way. My personally opinion is the Mules offense may not have the fire power, they needed a kickoff return td to win last week. I'd like to hear others' thoughts on this game or any other game in the CC for that matter.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSC85 on September 25, 2009, 01:42:22 PM
I watched the Gettysburg - Hampden-Sydney game.  Gettysburg was very impressive.  They moved the ball well and did not have a turnover until the overtime.  I think if they hang onto the ball,  they will move the ball and are very dangerous.  They definitely have the fire power to win this weekend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 25, 2009, 02:26:32 PM
I'm a Muhlenberg fan, which i'm sure you figured out by now, and i was at there game last week and they could have easily won that game by 30, some Freshmen mistakes but there is a lot of raw talent on this team and Muhlenberg always has trouble with Gettysburg when they go to the Battlegrounds, there defense is always good, do i think that Muhlenberg is going to win the rest of there games? i might have been born at night not but not last night.
I really like this Conference every couple of years another team steps up and makes for some really GREAT games and this weekend is no different.
So if i rustle a few feathers on this Board its all in fun, and thats the way i meant it.
Have a GREAT weekend Everyone ! See you on the Board soon.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 25, 2009, 04:38:04 PM

   Mulefans/Mulehaters,

Whatever you say, the Mules have heart, if not offensive experience in the backfield.Can they beat the
Bullets tomorrow? Yes, but it will require them to go deep within theirselves, play incredible defense, and put some points on the board.
The freshman qback must grow up NOW, and complete 57-60 per cent while  avoiding the forced throw
interceptions. Will 2 great coaches do great jobs in a very competitive setting? You can bet your life on it.
   Is there another game in the CC tomorow that offers the potential excitement that Mules-G'Burg does?
Bothe D3 and yours truly doubt it. Can someone tell me how I can watch this game from Myrtle on
G'Burgsports TV? Que sera, sera. Get the ball to the receivers and the Mules have a very good shot.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 25, 2009, 04:55:28 PM
I agree the Mules vs Bullets is the CC game of the week. Gettysburg runs a crazy offense that is sometimes hard to stop.But never count out Muhlenberg as evidenced over the last few seasons. GBurg might be the best 0-3 team around and hopefully it is a close exciting game. That is the beauty of D III football and especially the CC conference. Unlike other conferences who seem to have the same one or two teams at the top every season, it seems the CC has a team rise from the middle of the pack and make a good run for a few years. Let's all enjoy the games on Saturday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on September 25, 2009, 05:25:50 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on September 25, 2009, 04:55:28 PM
GBurg might be the best 0-3 team around ...

I haven't looked at every team across the country, but this is exactly what I've been thinking all week.

I'm in Pa. right now and interviewed Coach Streeter a couple of hours ago. Looking forward to a good game tomorrow!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on September 25, 2009, 06:30:21 PM
allright mule people, who is going to be at the game?  ryan and i are trying to figure out what to do pregame, yes i am also making the trip as this was the best game that i could find within a short (less the 3 hours) driving distance.  let us know so we can find whomever is in the lot.  how is the tailgating at gburg?  i know the mule people travel well and met some of you last year in the playoff game when i was talking to muledaddy before the game.  hope to hear from some of you this evening as i will be calling ryan later to set up the day.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on September 26, 2009, 02:03:32 PM
Gettysburg hail mary pass as time expires comes oh-so-close to being caught, but it's not. Score is a whopping 3-3 at the half.

Lots of missed turnover opportunities. Muhlenberg dropping passes that should be INTs but also coughing the ball up a couple of times and recovering their own fumbles.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 26, 2009, 05:31:50 PM
Quote from: greekgeek on September 25, 2009, 07:34:43 AM
Hey Red Devil and CC FAN, i think GT9 and Terrorizer are making some pretty good points about this game against Dickinson and Mc Daniel. Who knows which way the football will bounce this weekend for all 4 games. ( i'm just saying )
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Making a good point doesn't mean to much once to take the field. Dickinson took care of business today behind another big day for Mitchell. Maybe another CC player of week for him??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 26, 2009, 09:00:40 PM
Touch'e Red Devil.......Touch'e
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on September 27, 2009, 08:21:52 AM
muledaddy,

hope your return from myrtle beach was better than the mules played yesterday. They were beaten handily in every aspect of the game.  what are they doing offensivly?  other than throwing to cresta, who is a very good receiver, they dont have much to offer.  gettysburg, who had given up 40+ in the first 3 games, dominated the o line and had pressure on the qb almost all game.  the running game is just ok at best.  when your only score is a 45 yard field goal, which for the conditions was impressive, you are in trouble.  defensivly they did not seem to play with the same intensity that i remember from the last 2 playoff games against wesley.  gettysburg move the ball easily between the 20's and only their inability to score in the first half kept the game even remotely close.  the weather was not much of a factor as the turf held up well to the showers.  after 3 games it seems that the mules will have to step it up on offense or this could be a long season.  i will keep in touch with you with my game plans to see if we can take in a game this season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSC85 on September 27, 2009, 10:16:42 AM
Congratulations to Gettysburg for getting rewarded for playing up the their potential.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 28, 2009, 10:36:47 AM
Results from this past weekend:

CCFAN27          4-0
YEN4TEN           4-0
OLD ENDS         4-0
RESEVED SEAT  3-1
BTEXPRESS       3-1
REDDEVIL4LIFE 3-1
MULEDADDY      3-1
GREEKGEEK       1-3


OVERALL

CCfan27              21-5
Muledaddy           20-6
Btexpress            20-6
Yen4ten               20-6
Old Ends*            19-6
Greek Geek          17-9
Reserved Seat     16-10
Reddevil4Life        14-3

* Ends because of your past didication of keeping track of the pick ems we will give you an extra pick this week to get caught up. Red Devil we will figure out something for you down the road.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 28, 2009, 12:01:31 PM
I'm interested to hear some other peoples' thoughts on the events of this past weekend. Dickinson appears as strong as ever, the rushing numbers that Mitchell is putting up as a QB are astounding. Hopkins rolled over Moravian, boy is Moravian's offense struggling (95 total yards). Gettysburg's high power offense was held to 20, but their defense put the clamps on the young mules offense allowing just 3 points. And as expected F&M cruised easily to victory over Juniata. I see Dickinson as the favorite at this point to win the conference, but Hopkins lone loss is to a very good Del Val team. Should be a nice test for them this week in Allentown against the Mules. Seems like that should be the game of the week. What are other peoples' thoughts and predictions now that we are through 4 weeks of the season...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 28, 2009, 12:56:11 PM
Pick ems for this week. The bonus game will be for OLD ENDS & RED DEVIL to let them catch up in games picked with the rest of us. I picked Lebanon Valley because they have played three CC teams this year.

Dickinson @ Moravian
Gettysburg @ Ursinus
Johns Hopkins @ Muhlenberg
Juniata @ McDaniel

***** Bonus game pick for Ends & Devil  Lebanon Valley @ Wilkes
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on September 28, 2009, 01:37:30 PM

Dickinson
Gettyburg
Mules
McDaniel
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on September 28, 2009, 06:41:40 PM
I ended week 3 with only 6 incorrect picks and got all of my picks correct this past weekend. I'm confused how I ended up with a 19-7 record.

Week 5 Pickems

Hopkins
Dickinson
Gburg
Mcdaniel
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on September 28, 2009, 08:28:07 PM
Don't forget that the weekly press conference gets underway on Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. EDT.  Ask a question of any of the nine head coaches and see what they have to say about the week past ... and the game ahead.  Join in the conversation ... or leave a question in the comment box (before 9:45 a.m. please) and we'll try to include it. 
http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/09/football-press-conference_28.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 29, 2009, 09:25:02 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on September 28, 2009, 12:56:11 PM
Pick ems for this week. The bonus game will be for OLD ENDS & RED DEVIL to let them catch up in games picked with the rest of us. I picked Lebanon Valley because they have played three CC teams this year.

Dickinson @ Moravian
Gettysburg @ Ursinus
Johns Hopkins @ Muhlenberg
Juniata @ McDaniel

***** Bonus game pick for Ends & Devil  Lebanon Valley @ Wilkes


BT - Leb Val plays Del Val this week. Wilkes is on the 10th. Just thought you'd want to know so you can change the extra game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 29, 2009, 09:45:47 AM
Quote from: Yen4Ten on September 28, 2009, 06:41:40 PM
I ended week 3 with only 6 incorrect picks and got all of my picks correct this past weekend. I'm confused how I ended up with a 19-7 record.

Week 5 Pickems

Hopkins
Dickinson
Gburg
Mcdaniel

FIXED, Remember one of the conditions I stipulated in the beginning when I offered to do this was just let me know if I made a mistake. I have alot on my plate this week. I also screwed up the LVC opponent this week. So ENDS and DEVIL, your extra pick this week is LEBANON VALLEY vs DELAWARE VALLEY. Thanks CC27 for pointing that out. Looks like rain again ( what else is new for Saturday's games)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 29, 2009, 10:27:01 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on September 28, 2009, 12:56:11 PM
Pick ems for this week. The bonus game will be for OLD ENDS & RED DEVIL to let them catch up in games picked with the rest of us. I picked Lebanon Valley because they have played three CC teams this year.

Dickinson @ Moravian
Gettysburg @ Ursinus
Johns Hopkins @ Muhlenberg
Juniata @ McDaniel

***** Bonus game pick for Ends & Devil  Lebanon Valley @ Wilkes

Pick Em's

Dickinson
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
McDaniel

Bonus = Del. Valley
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 29, 2009, 11:05:53 AM
Picks for the week

DICKINSON over Moravian ( a win sets up the big CC showdown against Hopkins next week)
GETTYSBURG over Ursinus ( Bullets go for two in a row)
HOPKINS over Muhlenberg ( see above)
MCDANIEL over Juniata ( looks like another long year for the Eagles)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 29, 2009, 11:23:38 AM
Picks for the week

Dickinson beats Moravian (Hounds offense is non-existent)

Gettysburg beats Ursinus (Bullets are a very good 1-3 team)

Hopkins beats Muhlenberg (Mules need to cut down on turnovers if they expect to win, should be a good one)

McDaniel beats Juniata (A battle of the bad, Juniata is just worse)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 29, 2009, 06:17:52 PM
Picks for this week-end

Dickinson
Gettysburg
John Hopkins
McDaniel

Bonus--LebanonValley

Thanks
Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 30, 2009, 09:11:19 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on September 28, 2009, 12:01:31 PM
I'm interested to hear some other peoples' thoughts on the events of this past weekend. Dickinson appears as strong as ever, the rushing numbers that Mitchell is putting up as a QB are astounding. Hopkins rolled over Moravian, boy is Moravian's offense struggling (95 total yards). Gettysburg's high power offense was held to 20, but their defense put the clamps on the young mules offense allowing just 3 points. And as expected F&M cruised easily to victory over Juniata. I see Dickinson as the favorite at this point to win the conference, but Hopkins lone loss is to a very good Del Val team. Should be a nice test for them this week in Allentown against the Mules. Seems like that should be the game of the week. What are other peoples' thoughts and predictions now that we are through 4 weeks of the season...

CCFan
I feel Dickinson is in the drivers seat at the moment, but that could change at any point in this conference. I see Dickinson playing a tight one with Moravian and then getting ready for a brutal 3 game stretch with JH, @Gettysburg, and @Muhlenberg. Gettysburg seems to have talent and may be one of the better teams in the conference despite their record. I look fo them to make a strong run the rest of the season. JH vs. Mules will be a battle, and I think after this week you will be able to get a better read on what to expect the rest of the season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on September 30, 2009, 09:55:38 AM
Quote from: HSC85 on September 27, 2009, 10:16:42 AM
Congratulations to Gettysburg for getting rewarded for playing up the their potential.

Agreed. They seem to be much better than people think. Can't wait for the 24th. Bucket game is always fun.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 30, 2009, 10:29:57 AM
Red Devil - I would be really surprised if the game this weekend with Moravian was a tight one. Moravian has had virtually no offense all year and their defense has been giving up quite a few rushing yards albeit they have been on the field quite a bit this year. I would expect Dickinson to handle this game fairly easily, but their next few games certainly will test them. I agree that this weekend should tell us a little about what to expect, especially the JHU vs Muhlenberg game a good chance to see how strong Hopkins really is.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 30, 2009, 11:38:58 AM
I will make this prediction right now. The 2009 CC champion will NOT finish the season undefeated like the Mules have done in the past. The conference is much improved going 5 or 6 teams deep. Like others have said G Burg is a dangerous team to play. Right now Dickinson and Hopkins appear to be a step above, but F & M, Muhlenberg and G Burg can and will steal some wins. This year is shaping up to a fun one to watch.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 01, 2009, 11:45:56 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on September 30, 2009, 10:29:57 AM
Red Devil - I would be really surprised if the game this weekend with Moravian was a tight one. Moravian has had virtually no offense all year and their defense has been giving up quite a few rushing yards albeit they have been on the field quite a bit this year. I would expect Dickinson to handle this game fairly easily, but their next few games certainly will test them. I agree that this weekend should tell us a little about what to expect, especially the JHU vs Muhlenberg game a good chance to see how strong Hopkins really is.

I hope it is not close. I do not think it will be a blow out though.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 01, 2009, 03:48:19 PM
Quote from: RedDevil4Life on October 01, 2009, 11:45:56 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on September 30, 2009, 10:29:57 AM
Red Devil - I would be really surprised if the game this weekend with Moravian was a tight one. Moravian has had virtually no offense all year and their defense has been giving up quite a few rushing yards albeit they have been on the field quite a bit this year. I would expect Dickinson to handle this game fairly easily, but their next few games certainly will test them. I agree that this weekend should tell us a little about what to expect, especially the JHU vs Muhlenberg game a good chance to see how strong Hopkins really is.

I hope it is not close. I do not think it will be a blow out though.
Hopefully weather doesn't factor into any of the games this weekend. But the beauty of Dickinson's offense is that they just do not rely on the passing game. If it is pouring rain, Mitchell is just as dangerous as a runner. Their three running backs can also get the job done as well, rain or shine.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 02, 2009, 09:23:11 AM
MULEDADDY & RESERVED SEAT, don't forget to get this week's picks in.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 02, 2009, 04:13:52 PM
PICKS

1.Dickinson
2.Gettysburg
3.McDaniel
4. Hopkins (it hurts double on homecoming to pick against my team< but......so far, no good scoring..help)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 02, 2009, 09:53:29 PM
Guesses

Dickinson(running game won't be affected by any chance of rain)
Gettysburg (Ursinus is struggling)
Johns Hopkins (suppose to be JH's year-we'll see)
McDaniel(ditto for Juniata still struggling)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on October 03, 2009, 09:31:54 AM
Hopefully its not too late to change my picks but I like Ursinus pulling an upset in the rain at home. So my picks for the day are:


Dickinson
Ursinus
Hopkins
Mcdaniel
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 03, 2009, 05:34:23 PM
Yen4Ten
Good switch on Ursinus game, but did it rain?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on October 03, 2009, 10:29:48 PM
It did not rain at Ursinus, it was sunny. The final score was Ursinus 55 Gettysburg 50. I have got a question for you, where did you hear Ursinus is struggling? I have been to all their games last year and this year and I do not see it. I will say they lost their running back from last year in the off season. They lost their new number one in the Delaware Valley scrimmage to a broken leg. That is after he popped off a fifty yard run and a ten yard run. They also lost their number two running back to a hamstring after he put up 125 yds last week, their number 3 had over 100 yds today. Maybe you know something I do not? I would love to hear your in put.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 04, 2009, 03:18:39 PM

Mates,

55-50....wow
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 04, 2009, 04:05:34 PM
coachchris
Just what I heard from several parents, especially after the second game. After the LVC game, Ursinus had been 3-11 in their last 14 games.
Maybe the Juniata game and Gettysburg game signal a new direction.
The rain comment was in reference to Yen4Ten's posting.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on October 04, 2009, 06:59:50 PM
I was just curious maybe you knew something, no biggie. I have watched the cc for three years now and I will be honest with you I don't see a big difference with these teams as far as talent and ability go. Seems to be all the cc teams recruit the same kids. I think allot of the out come of this league is coaching and the ability to get your team to play as a unit? I am not saying there are not outstanding football players in the league there are. I am saying they are spread out through out the league. I would love to hear your input. Thanks
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 04, 2009, 07:03:42 PM
Quote from: coachchris on October 03, 2009, 10:29:48 PM
Maybe you know something I do not? I would love to hear your in put.

Maybe he does or maybe he does not. c'est magnifique, mals ce n'est pas la querre.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 05, 2009, 10:35:30 AM
Results from last week:

Yen4Ten        4-0  ( Yen hopefully you played the lottery on Saturday, nice gut feeling on Ursinus)
Red Devil4life 3-2
Greekgeek     3-1
BTexpress      3-1
CCfan27         3-1
Reservedseat 3-1
Muledaddy      3-1
Old Ends         3-2


Overall

CCfan27           24-6
Yen4ten            24-6
Muledaddy        23-7

BTexpress         23-7
Old Ends           22-8
Greekgeek        20-10
Reservedseat    19-11
Reddevil4Life     17-5**** Devil because you didn't make picks the first week you are 8 behind the rest of us. I will give you a choice. I can pick 4 extra games for the next two weeks or you can pick two extra games for the next four weeks to get caught up. Probably using Susquehnna in those picks because they will be in the CC starting next season. Your choice??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 05, 2009, 11:22:02 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on October 05, 2009, 10:35:30 AM
Results from last week:

Yen4Ten        4-0  ( Yen hopefully you played the lottery on Saturday, nice gut feeling on Ursinus)
Red Devil4life 4-1
Greekgeek     3-1
BTexpress      3-1
CCfan27         3-1
Reservedseat 3-1
Muledaddy      3-1
Old Ends         3-2


Overall

CCfan27           24-6
Muledaddy        23-7
Yen4ten            23-7
BTexpress         23-7
Old Ends           22-8
Greekgeek        20-10
Reservedseat    19-11
Reddevil4Life     18-4**** Devil because you didn't make picks the first week you are 8 behind the rest of us. I will give you a choice. I can pick 4 extra games for the next two weeks or you can pick two extra games for the next four weeks to get caught up. Probably using Susquehnna in those picks because they will be in the CC starting next season. Your choice??


I will be fine with whatever games you pick. Just dont make them to hard lol. Also I went 3-2 this week and not 4-1. Thanks for doing this I really appreciate it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on October 05, 2009, 11:50:18 AM
BT,
I appreciate the kudos for the Ursinus pick. Although my weather prediction wasn't spot-on, I simply like the Bears at home against a turf team. I have to point out a mistake since I finished last week with a 20-6 record; after this week I should be 24-6. It looks to be a four team race for the conference at this point between Hopkins Dickinson Ursinus and F and M with the first three controlling their own destiny. In fulfillment of the preseason predictions, the Dickinson-Hopkins winner will be in the driver's seat. If you were going to pick one centennial game to attend all season, this is the one. Hope to see you all there.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 05, 2009, 12:56:32 PM
Red Devil & Yen, fixed the scores. Sorry about that, trying to do too many things on Monday mornings. Yes, the place to be will be in Carlisle this weekend. If the weather is decent, Biddle field will be standing room only. Red Devil we will pick two Extra games for the next four weeks,I am having trouble keeping track as is. Ha Ha
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 05, 2009, 10:10:51 PM

How do we feel about the F and M visit to Ursinus, two grass teams ,I think? I live near Collegeville so I will probably take this one in, although there  i s no question that the most interesting matchup is
in Carlisle.Hopefully, my Mules have found a qb now and improvement is imminent. Meanwhile,
sincere congrats to Coach Gallagher for having come up with a potent offensive attack, and the ability to
control the clock when he needed it. I need some sleep to dream about my picks for this week.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on October 06, 2009, 08:48:02 AM
Week #6 of the Centennial Conference football season has the best matchups of the year, as Johns Hopkins (3-0, 4-1) visits Dickinson (3-0, 4-0) and Franklin & Marshall (1-1, 3-1) travels to Ursinus (2-0, 2-2). We'll have questions for the nine head coaches on Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. EDT, but you can also get your questions in as well. Leave them in the comment box below ... or better yet ... join in at 10 a.m. and ask your question LIVE!  One change in format -- Ursinus will begin the press conference, as Coach Gallagher participates in an NCAA regional call later in the morning.
http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/10/football-press-conference.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 06, 2009, 09:59:40 AM
Here are this week's pick ems:

Johns Hopkins @ Dickinson
F & M @ Ursinus
Gettysburg @ Moravian
Muhlenberg @ Juniata

*** Devil here are your extra picks for the week:
Susquehanna @ Rochester
Albright @ Lycoming
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 06, 2009, 01:10:04 PM
After watching the Mules play last week they are such a young team and i know there is a lot of talent on this team, but every couple of years each team has to go through this but keep an eye on Dandridge the Mules running back he already has over 400 yards and he is only a freshmen and if he stays healthy ? who knows what could happen.
I to think the game of the week should be J.H. and Dickinson.
F & M against Ursinus should also be a good game.
Also Moravian has something to prove to themselves.
What can you say about the Mules, i really think they need this game, i will have my predictions later on in the week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 06, 2009, 01:16:40 PM
My picks for the week

F&M beats Ursinus (I believe F&M can at least put something that resembles a defense on the field unlike Gettysburg)

Gettysburg beats Moravian (Maybe Moravian can score a touchdown against a defenseless Gettysburg team..then again Muhlenberg didn't)

Muhlenberg beats Juniata (Eagles are bad, QB for Mules had a nice showing off the bench. Likely to improve their offense)

Hopkins beats Dickinson (By far the hardest pick of the year and I'm still not confident in it. I saw Dickinson play in person last week, haven't seen Hopkins. Winner in my opinion is very likely to win the conference)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 06, 2009, 09:32:17 PM
Guesses

Johns Hopkins(any rumors on injuries?)
F & M(still need to work on running game)
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 06, 2009, 10:26:06 PM
This weeks picks

Dickinson( home field thing)
Ursinus( home field thing)
Gettysburg(highest points scored for a losing cause) will have better luck this week
Muhlenberg ( no need to say anything)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 07, 2009, 07:09:57 AM
Dickinson
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 07, 2009, 07:58:30 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on October 06, 2009, 09:59:40 AM
Here are this week's pick ems:

Johns Hopkins @ Dickinson
F & M @ Ursinus
Gettysburg @ Moravian
Muhlenberg @ Juniata

*** Devil here are your extra picks for the week:
Susquehanna @ Rochester
Albright @ Lycoming


Picks

Dickinson
F&M
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg

***Albright
***Susquehanna
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 07, 2009, 09:58:16 AM
This weeks's picks:

DICKINSON over Hopkins ( This pick is with my heart, if JHU wins, I wouldn't be surprised)
F&M over Ursinus ( game between two grass teams, still think the Dip's offense is too tough for the Bears to stop)
GETTYSBURG over Moravian ( The Hounds offense is struggling)
MUHLENBERG over Juniata ( continues to be a long season for the Eagles)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on October 07, 2009, 11:00:27 AM
Dickinson (Whoever plays better run defense will win)
F'in Marshall (Ursinus has to be tired after that track meet and Dips are rested)
Both B(u/e)rgs

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 08, 2009, 11:04:10 AM
On paper, this weekend's game between Hopkins and Dickinson should be a dandy. Both teams have high powered offenses. The question for both teams is who can stop the other? If the game is anything like last year's contest ( JHU out to a huge lead, then held on for dear life at the end to hold on for the win) it should live up to the billing. I would expect if the weather is decent ,there will be a standing room only crowd as it is homecoming for the Red Devils. The winner will be in the driver's seat to take the 2009 CC crown.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 08, 2009, 11:53:24 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on October 08, 2009, 11:04:10 AM
On paper, this weekend's game between Hopkins and Dickinson should be a dandy. Both teams have high powered offenses. The question for both teams is who can stop the other? If the game is anything like last year's contest ( JHU out to a huge lead, then held on for dear life at the end to hold on for the win) it should live up to the billing. I would expect if the weather is decent ,there will be a standing room only crowd as it is homecoming for the Red Devils. The winner will be in the driver's seat to take the 2009 CC crown.


I wish I was going to be at this game. I think this game is shaping up to be a potentially historic game for the CC. Both teams have some quality wins and Hopkins' lone loss is to Del Val who is a very strong team as well. Picking this game was very difficult and I chose Hopkins but have very little confidence in my pick as I know this game could go either way. I believe Kase will have a big day, and as long as Tomlin avoids mistakes I think Hopkins can pull this one out. However, Dickinson has that kid named Ian Mitchell who can make a game changing play at any moment. This is truly shaping up to be a great one.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 08, 2009, 02:18:08 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on October 08, 2009, 11:53:24 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on October 08, 2009, 11:04:10 AM
On paper, this weekend's game between Hopkins and Dickinson should be a dandy. Both teams have high powered offenses. The question for both teams is who can stop the other? If the game is anything like last year's contest ( JHU out to a huge lead, then held on for dear life at the end to hold on for the win) it should live up to the billing. I would expect if the weather is decent ,there will be a standing room only crowd as it is homecoming for the Red Devils. The winner will be in the driver's seat to take the 2009 CC crown.


I wish I was going to be at this game. I think this game is shaping up to be a potentially historic game for the CC. Both teams have some quality wins and Hopkins' lone loss is to Del Val who is a very strong team as well. Picking this game was very difficult and I chose Hopkins but have very little confidence in my pick as I know this game could go either way. I believe Kase will have a big day, and as long as Tomlin avoids mistakes I think Hopkins can pull this one out. However, Dickinson has that kid named Ian Mitchell who can make a game changing play at any moment. This is truly shaping up to be a great one.

This game should be the best match up of the year. I would have trouble picking against Dickinson considering its at home and homecoming. The Red Devils are consistantly good at home especially against good competition. I look for the total of this game to be in the 60's or maybe close to 70's with Dickinson coming out on top in the end. Last years game was very weird. Hopkins scored 30 some points the first half and Dickinson came right back and did the same the second half. Hope it is more of a back and forth game this time. Devils 40 JH 33
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 09, 2009, 08:36:25 AM
Please check out Ryan Tipps Article about the Hopkins -- Dickinson game. Interesting--

http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midatlantic/2009/From+friends+to+foes%2C+then+back+again (http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midatlantic/2009/From+friends+to+foes%2C+then+back+again)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 09, 2009, 08:40:50 AM
s
Still time to change your mind..Check out the stats.
http://www.centennial.org/football/2009/O4.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2009/O4.pdf)enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 09, 2009, 09:56:26 AM
Quote from: old ends on October 09, 2009, 08:36:25 AM
Please check out Ryan Tipps Article about the Hopkins -- Dickinson game. Interesting--

http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midatlantic/2009/From+friends+to+foes%2C+then+back+again (http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midatlantic/2009/From+friends+to+foes%2C+then+back+again)

enjoy


good read...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 09, 2009, 10:41:04 AM
Your'e right RedDevil it is a good read, i was at the Hopkins - Muhlenberg game last week and i didn't know that Pat McDonough was a classmate of there's,  McDonough played a good game, and at times he was putting a real hurting on Kase.
But like i always say thats what makes this Conference so Great, players showing respect for each other.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 09, 2009, 12:14:38 PM
Muledaddy, don't forget your picks. I know you are studying the stats, checking the wins and losses,comparing historical match ups, looking at the weather channel and if all else fails, getting that shiny quarter out of your pocket for a coin toss. Ha Ha
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on October 09, 2009, 02:31:54 PM
So how are you guys doing?  I see my favorite team is doing better.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 09, 2009, 03:03:54 PM
Here we go again, picks from a crossbreed equine:
1 F and M (Harrison and Eager, just enoguh to shade a fine senior qb)
2 G' burg...because both God and I have not forgotten the last game of last year
3.Muletime......the only birds flying this weekend are in south Philly...
4.Dickinson...35-34.......hometown edge to a fine qb vs a great rb...just for kicks
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 09, 2009, 03:12:14 PM
Quote from: Murphy on October 09, 2009, 02:31:54 PM
So how are you guys doing?  I see my favorite team is doing better.
A blast from the past. I for one miss your banter and insight of all things from JUNIATA LAND. Hope you and your son are doing well. I guess things really haven't changed much in Huningdon, have they????
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Murphy on October 09, 2009, 03:17:54 PM
I almost feel sorry for them but like splik said 2 years (tears) ago it's the culture.

How is Mike?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 10, 2009, 09:53:14 AM
Saturday morning papers

Morivan -- Gettysburg
http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-n.7034013oct10,0,4293070.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-n.7034013oct10,0,4293070.story)

Muhlenberg -- Juniata
http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-mulecap.7012231oct10,0,7532119.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-mulecap.7012231oct10,0,7532119.story)

Hopkins -- Dickinson
http://blog.pennlive.com/college-corner/2009/10/local_college_football_dickins_1.html (http://blog.pennlive.com/college-corner/2009/10/local_college_football_dickins_1.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 10, 2009, 03:33:34 PM


Hats off to Andrew Kase and the Bluejay defense, final score hopkins 23, Dickinson 12 (no touchdowns
for the Devils)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 10, 2009, 05:09:40 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on October 10, 2009, 03:33:34 PM


Hats off to Andrew Kase and the Bluejay defense, final score hopkins 23, Dickinson 12 (no touchdowns
for the Devils)


Hopkins played a great game. Dickinson was inside the red zone 4 times and couldn't get it done. Tough day. Not having RB greg Lord and WR Pat O'Connor hurt the Devils a lot more than I thought it would. Hope they recover from their injuries and get back one the field soon. Hopkins should march over the rest of the conference now and probably win the the CC. Dickinson can still finish really well if they run the table and get an at large bid. The season is not over fellas, use this bye week to regroup.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 10, 2009, 05:24:15 PM
well there goes the home field thing
Dickinson goes down at home
Ursinus same thing
other two games went the way I thought


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 11, 2009, 09:16:13 AM
here is what the paper say:
http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/10/sunday-morning-qb_11.html (http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/10/sunday-morning-qb_11.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 12, 2009, 09:54:09 AM
Results from last week's pickems:

CCfan27            4-0
Reserved Seat   4-0
Reddevil4life       5-1**
Yen4ten              3-1
Muledaddy          3-1
Btexpress            3-1
Old Ends              2-2
Greekgeek           2-2


Overall:

CCfan27                28-6
Yen4ten                 27-7
Muledaddy             26-8
Btexpress               26-8
Old Ends                 24-10
Reserved Seat        23-11
Greekgeek              22-12
Reddevil4life           22-6**
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 12, 2009, 08:35:12 PM

Tough loss for the Devils....no O'Connor, no Lord....no good
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on October 13, 2009, 09:24:37 AM
quick reminder to join us for Tuesday's football press conference which gets underway at 10 a.m. EDT.
Get your questions in now! http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/10/football-press-conference-1013.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 13, 2009, 09:48:21 AM
This week's pick ems:

Moravian @ F & M
Juniata @ Gettysburg
Ursinus @ Johns Hopkins
McDaniel @ Muhlenberg
Dickinson idle

Devil here are your extra picks
RPI @ Susquehanna
Lycoming @ Widener
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 13, 2009, 11:09:54 AM
Picks for the week

F&M beats Moravian (Moravian is heading for 2-8 season. F&M is good. Harrison to Eager quite a combo)

Gettysburg beats Juniata (No explanation needed)

Hopkins beats Ursinus (Hopkins' lone loss is to Del Val whose lone loss is to Wesley...Hopkins should win the conference)

Mules beat McDaniel (McDaniel isn't good)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 13, 2009, 12:54:06 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on October 13, 2009, 09:48:21 AM
This week's pick ems:

Moravian @ F & M
Juniata @ Gettysburg
Ursinus @ Johns Hopkins
McDaniel @ Muhlenberg
Dickinson idle

Devil here are your extra picks
RPI @ Susquehanna
Lycoming @ Widener


Pick'
F&M
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Muhlenberg

Extra Pick's
Susquehanna
Widener
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 13, 2009, 12:55:03 PM
CCfan

I would be shocked if all 8 of us don't have the same four picks based on your comments. My picks are the same as yours. F &M, Gettysburg, JHU and The Mules.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 13, 2009, 08:36:36 PM

BT,
       ditto re CC's comments....and picks:Mules, bullets, Dips, bluejays...finally, a pretty clear week


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 14, 2009, 10:02:03 AM
Quote from: muledaddy on October 13, 2009, 08:36:36 PM

BT,
      ditto re CC's comments....and picks:Mules, bullets, Dips, bluejays...finally, a pretty clear week



Hey Daddy are you sure about that? Might be a severe Nor'easter Thursday through Saturday. Hope you are right and the weather people are wrong!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 14, 2009, 01:20:10 PM
BT, i think Muledaddy was talking about a clear week for picks
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 14, 2009, 02:19:28 PM
Quote from: greekgeek on October 14, 2009, 01:20:10 PM
BT, i think Muledaddy was talking about a clear week for picks
Greek, after reading that again, you are absolutely right. I guess I had a Senior moment. I could be wrong but I just do not see any upsets in the CC this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 14, 2009, 06:38:18 PM
Picks

F & M
Gettysburg
John Hopkins
Muhlenberg

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 15, 2009, 08:37:13 AM
F & M ( home team advantage )
Gettysburg (good offense )
J H ( the real deal )
McDaniel ( this one breaks my heart, prove me wrong Mules )
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on October 16, 2009, 08:57:37 AM
It really doesn't seem like it was that long ago.  As part of D3football.com's 10th anniversary, the website looks back on the ten most memorable conference races of the D3football.com era. At No. 1, perhaps the most memorable college football conference race in Division III history, as when the dust settled on the 2004 Centennial Conference season, five teams could claim a share of the championship. Pat Cummings, a 2002 graduate of Dickinson and a contributor to D3football.com's Around The Mid-Atlantic region for years, wrote a column about the race with two weeks left in the season. With one week remaining, things had not become any clearer. Below is a page that tried to explain the situation "if this or if that" happened. Enjoy this trip down memory lane.

http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midatlantic/2004/Centennial+could+require+a+recount

http://www.fansonly.com/photos/schools/jhop/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/ccbreaker04.pdf
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 16, 2009, 09:24:51 AM
Quote from: commish on October 16, 2009, 08:57:37 AM
It really doesn't seem like it was that long ago.  As part of D3football.com's 10th anniversary, the website looks back on the ten most memorable conference races of the D3football.com era. At No. 1, perhaps the most memorable college football conference race in Division III history, as when the dust settled on the 2004 Centennial Conference season, five teams could claim a share of the championship. Pat Cummings, a 2002 graduate of Dickinson and a contributor to D3football.com's Around The Mid-Atlantic region for years, wrote a column about the race with two weeks left in the season. With one week remaining, things had not become any clearer. Below is a page that tried to explain the situation "if this or if that" happened. Enjoy this trip down memory lane.

http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midatlantic/2004/Centennial+could+require+a+recount

http://www.fansonly.com/photos/schools/jhop/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/ccbreaker04.pdf

what year that was
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 16, 2009, 10:12:30 AM
Reserved Seat and Yen4ten, don't forget to get your picks in. Boy the weather is just nasty today. Hopefully it clears up by game time on Saturday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 16, 2009, 02:01:53 PM
Here's my guesses for the next two weeks, since I might not be near a computer again.

Oct. 17
F&M
John Hopkins
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg

Oct. 24(I hope I have the right match-ups)
F&M
Dickinson
McDaniel
Moravian
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on October 16, 2009, 03:47:49 PM
without even reading the article on the '04 CC race i am getting chills thinking about it...i was a Jr. at McDaniel at the time and every single week it was like being GLUED to the websites/internet figuring out who won by how many and where they played and who they had next...to this day it is nice to say that we had the opportunity to share a piece of the pie that year, but obviously would've been much sweeter had it been exclusive.  That should serve as proof that ALL CC boys can flat out GET IT on the football field, and as far as the underlying message that D-III sports promotes, i can't think of a more competitive conference that can tout such a mass of highly-educated, qualified, hard-working young men. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Yen4Ten on October 16, 2009, 11:03:37 PM
I'm pulling for an upset down in Baltimore to make this race a little more interesting. Dips, Mules, Bullets and Bears. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on October 17, 2009, 08:23:21 AM
A story that goes beyond football ... Dickinson senior Ian Mitchell helps to fight cancer one yard at a time ... while also becoming the most productive QB in school history.

http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2009/10/16/features/football_this_week/doc4ad71d7d42311109610105.txt
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 17, 2009, 09:53:35 AM
Good to see he's still at it.

http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midatlantic/2008/Lifelong+teammates
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 17, 2009, 11:57:35 AM
Greetings to all from the left coast!  I've listened to a couple of games this year and the Mules look like they are in a rebuilding year.  If it's not too late I would like to enter my picks:

F&M
Hopkins
Mules
Gettysburg

Susquehanna
Lycoming

All the best to you all for keeping this post alive!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 17, 2009, 02:30:39 PM
Haltime score Ursinus 16 Hopkins 7, so much for thinking this week's picks would be slam dunks. It has been said many times on this board, the CC is a tough conference. If the bears hold on to win, it might be 2004 all over again as far as the conference race is concerned.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 17, 2009, 07:49:01 PM
Recouping in Fl has made my brain not focus on the whole picture.
Should have pick Ursinus-- that makes 4 years straight over Hopkins. Hurray for the Bears. Makes the
Conference title a hourse race.

Four teams have but one loss. Hopkins, F & M, Dickinson, and Ursinus.
Hopkins and F & M have a date in three weeks
Dickinson and Ursinus meet last week of Conference play

This also could change if the any of the above catch a loss before those games. Hopkins has a week  to shake this off and then get ready for Juniata.
Dickinson gets ready to play for a Jug against Gettysburg
F & M has the Muhls at home
Ursinus travels back to MD for McDaniel.( keep that in mind,, back to back trips to MD)

another season of sitting on the edge of the seat
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on October 17, 2009, 08:09:49 PM
This is all you can ask for as a football fan, it is anybody's conference. I can not wait for next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 18, 2009, 09:29:06 AM
Sunday Morning papers:

click here: http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/search/label/Sunday%20Morning%20QB (http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/search/label/Sunday%20Morning%20QB)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 19, 2009, 08:19:26 AM
Wow. What a weekend in the CC. I must admit I was wrong, McDaniel takes care of business against the Mules and Ursinus drops the big upset of Hopkins. Congrats to those 2 programs for proving the many on here that picked against them without giving them much of a chance, myself included. Ursinus has been impressive and the rest of the year is going to be quite exciting. This is what makes this conference so great, any saturday anyone can win.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 19, 2009, 12:47:47 PM
Ok you have my word that I will never say our picks look like slam dunks again. Congratulations to Ursinus and McDaniel on big wins last weekend. Here are the results:

Week:
Yen4ten        3-1
Greekgeek    3-1
69 mule**     4-2
Redevil4life**3-3
CCfan27         2-2
Muledaddy     2-2
Btexpress      2-2
Old Ends        2-2
Reservedseat 2-2

Overall

We have a tight battle at the top

CCfan 27          30-8
Yen4ten           30-8
Muledaddy       28-10
Btexpress         28-10
Old ends           26-12
Reserved seat   25-13
Greekgeek        25-13
Reddevil4life**  25-9
69Mule**           4-2
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 19, 2009, 07:03:16 PM
Congrats to the following players of the week:
Jamel Mutunga, Gettysburg Offensive player
Sam Cox, McDaniel Defensive player
George Eager, F & M Special Teams player

Read the rest here:http://www.centennial.org/football/2009/O18.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2009/O18.pdf)

enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 19, 2009, 07:09:42 PM
Stats with games thru 10/17
SCORING OFFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Gettysburg..........        7   37  30   2      0   5     0  271  38.7
2. Franklin & Marshall.     6   28  16   4      0   2     0  198  33.0

SCORING DEFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........        6   12  10   0   0      5   0    97  16.2
2. Johns Hopkins.......       7   15  13   0   0      9   1   132  18.9


PASS OFFENSE             G   Att  Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds    Avg TD Yds/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall.  6   239  162   5  67.8 1904  8.0 20 317.3
2. Gettysburg..........     7   249  154   8  61.8 2092  8.4 17 298.9

PASS DEFENSE             G   Att  Cmp Int  Pct.  Yds  Avg TD Yds/G
------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Franklin & Marshall.  6   154   71   9   46.1  900  5.8  9 150.0
2. Johns Hopkins.......   7   187   89  13  47.6 1220  6.5  9 174.3


TURNOVER MARGIN          G  Fum Int Tot Fum Int Tot Mar  Per/G
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Dickinson...........          6    5   10  15   3     4    7  +8    1.33
2. Johns Hopkins.......      7    6   13  19   4     7   11  +8   1.14
3. Gettysburg..........        7   10  10  20   5     8   13  +7   1.00

See the rest here http://www.centennial.org/Football/2009stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2009stats/confldrs.htm)

enjoy





Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on October 20, 2009, 09:02:18 AM
Getting ready for our Tuesday morning press conference!  We'll begin at 10 a.m. with Ursinus head coach Peter Gallagher and end after 11 with Muhlenberg head coach Mike Donnelly.  Plenty of good questions in between.  Please join us at http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/10/football-press-conference_19.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 20, 2009, 09:49:56 AM
This week's pickems schedule:

Muhlenberg @ F&M
Dickinson @ Gettysburg
Ursinus & McDaniel
Juniata @ Moravian
Johns Hopkins idle

** Extra games for Devil & 69Mule
Kings @ Lebanon Valley
Widener @ Albright
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on October 20, 2009, 10:42:46 AM
Quote from: old ends on October 17, 2009, 07:49:01 PM

Dickinson gets ready to play for a Jug against Gettysburg



Old, just for the record, D'son and G'burg play for an old oaken bucket (of some sort).  It got a little warped in the late '80s when D'son won it back after a long. long absence.  Apparently, some liquids were dispensed into it and then imbibed from it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 20, 2009, 12:50:05 PM
Quote from: ock7 on October 20, 2009, 10:42:46 AM
Quote from: old ends on October 17, 2009, 07:49:01 PM

Dickinson gets ready to play for a Jug against Gettysburg



Old, just for the record, D'son and G'burg play for an old oaken bucket (of some sort).  It got a little warped in the late '80s when D'son won it back after a long. long absence.  Apparently, some liquids were dispensed into it and then imbibed from it.

I beleive they are playing for the LITTLE BROWN BUCKET on Saturday.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 20, 2009, 01:34:04 PM
Muhlenberg ( i just like them this week )
Dickinson ( Gettysburg has a week defense )
Ursinus (McDaniel just got by Muhlenberg )
Moravian ( this could be close )
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 20, 2009, 03:27:25 PM
Here are my picks for this week:

F &M over Muhlenberg( High powered offense vs the league's best defense)
DICKINSON over Gettysburg ( could be a very close game, Devils D just a little bit better)
URSINUS over McDaniel ( hope the Bears don't have an emotional let down after last week's big upset)
MORAVIAN over Juniata ( This game is not a gimme, going with the home team)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 20, 2009, 04:56:27 PM
My picks for the week

F&M beats the Mules (F&M has been good, although so had the Mules defense)

Dickinson beats Gettysburg (Just feel Dickinson knows how to win a little bit better than Gettysburg right now)

Ursinus beats Mcdaniel (both coming off big wins, personally think Ursinus is the better team)

Moravian beats Juniata (Oh how poor of a moment it will be if the Hounds lose to Juniata on Homecoming. Please don't let that happen)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 20, 2009, 07:19:22 PM
Picks

F & M
Gettysburg ( is Pat back yet?)
Ursinus
Moravian

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 21, 2009, 05:55:43 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on October 20, 2009, 09:49:56 AM
This week's pickems schedule:

Muhlenberg @ F&M
Dickinson @ Gettysburg
Ursinus & McDaniel
Juniata @ Moravian
Johns Hopkins idle

** Extra games for Devil & 69Mule
Kings @ Lebanon Valley
Widener @ Albright

F&M
Dickinson
Ursinus
Moravian

**LVC
**Albright
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 22, 2009, 12:34:30 PM
Here are my picks.  Hello to all.  This week is probably Juniata's only hope for a win this season.  Their D played pretty stubborn against the Mules so I'll pick Juniata.   Pickin' the Mules with my heart not my head.

Mules
Dickinson
Ursinus
Juniata

Leb Val
Albright

Hi Muledaddy!  Haven't heard too much from you thiss season.  Miss the colorful reparte you contribute.  Sometimes a ruffled feather is better than an ignored feather.  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 22, 2009, 11:06:25 PM

Hi everybody,

                      Been hypnotized by the fightin Phillies...fantastic.....
time to pick,. taking nothing for granted,  here we go;  F and M, Gettysburg, Ursinus, Moravian......



Hopefully, my chatterbox will return and the Phils will win the Series again.I think I want some Yankee
butt.....I know I want some Yankee butt...

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 23, 2009, 12:02:28 AM
Okay Muledaddy.  Thanx for not gloating.   My Dodgers got the mustard kicked out of them by the Phillies again!  Hats off to the Phils on a great victory.  The Dodgers pitching staff choked big time --as usual.   We need an ace and we got a deuce.  Best of luck in the World Series.   

Waat is the word on practice this week?  Did coach Donnelly make the Mules run steps for days?  Those 3 personal foul calls in the 4th quarter against McDaniel were downright un-mule-like.  What is your take on that??????

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 23, 2009, 11:50:19 AM
Anybody have an update on O'Connor? Could be a big factor in the game against Gettysburg. He is a big time playmaker and it would be a shame to see him miss another game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GT97 on October 23, 2009, 12:06:41 PM
I will be attending the McDaniel/Ursinus game tomorrow.  It's McDaniel's homecoming; always a spectacle (especially for a returning player/alumnus).  Still probably reveling in last weeks victory I think tomorrow could be a good game...let's hope anyway.  For those of you who have never seen a McDaniel home game or homecoming it truly is one of DIII's neatest spectacles.  Best of luck to all CC players, parents on the board here, and teams going into the weekend!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 23, 2009, 01:35:49 PM
Quote from: GT97 on October 23, 2009, 12:06:41 PM
I will be attending the McDaniel/Ursinus game tomorrow.  It's McDaniel's homecoming; always a spectacle (especially for a returning player/alumnus).  Still probably reveling in last weeks victory I think tomorrow could be a good game...let's hope anyway.  For those of you who have never seen a McDaniel home game or homecoming it truly is one of DIII's neatest spectacles.  Best of luck to all CC players, parents on the board here, and teams going into the weekend!
I had the pleasure of seeing a game there last season against Dickinson. Even though it rained most of the game, there was still a great crowd and atmosphere with everyone parked around the bowl. The fraternity guys were great as well ,as they heckled the Devils before, at haltime and after the game as the team came up the large set of steps toward the locker room.( All in good fun of course) A great environment for a D III football game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 23, 2009, 02:05:35 PM
Quote from: GT97 on October 23, 2009, 12:06:41 PM
I will be attending the McDaniel/Ursinus game tomorrow.  It's McDaniel's homecoming; always a spectacle (especially for a returning player/alumnus).  Still probably reveling in last weeks victory I think tomorrow could be a good game...let's hope anyway.  For those of you who have never seen a McDaniel home game or homecoming it truly is one of DIII's neatest spectacles.  Best of luck to all CC players, parents on the board here, and teams going into the weekend!

I had the pleasure of playing at Mcdaniel. It was quite an experience and must be a lot of fun to play 5 home games there a year. Frat row as you walk to and from the locker room is relentless (even when McDaniel was down 35-0 at halftime). I can't imagine what that place was like back in the late 90's when Mcdaniel was basically running the CC. Great atmosphere and definitely an experience I'll never forget.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 23, 2009, 03:35:53 PM
Yen, Don't forget your picks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 24, 2009, 05:22:37 PM
Poor Mules,they lost another one....... tough year for Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 24, 2009, 06:50:42 PM
Great win Red Devils!!! Way to keep the Bucket in Carlisle for another year!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2009, 08:37:11 AM
Looks like it remains a  four team race for the Conference title.

Congrats to Juniata for getting their first Conference win
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2009, 08:53:21 AM
What the morning papers are saying

Moravian
http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-fbcmoravian.7065251oct25,0,4872843.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/all-fbcmoravian.7065251oct25,0,4872843.story)

F & M
http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/243926 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/243926)

McDaniel
http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2009/10/25/sports/1_mcdaniel_ursinus.txt# (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2009/10/25/sports/1_mcdaniel_ursinus.txt#)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 25, 2009, 06:20:10 PM


Congratulations to the Juniata Eagles on their first CC win....keep up the good work
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2009, 08:05:49 PM
Story on Dickinson game:
http://www.dickinson.edu/sports/article.cfm?articleIndex=1740 (http://www.dickinson.edu/sports/article.cfm?articleIndex=1740)

Sunday Morning QB
http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/10/sunday-morning-qb_25.html (http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/10/sunday-morning-qb_25.html)

enjoy


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 25, 2009, 08:12:48 PM
Stats are in:

SCORING OFFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Gettysburg..........        8   41  34   2     0   5     0  299  37.4
2. Dickinson...........          7   30  28   0     0   7     0  229  32.7
3. Franklin & Marshall.     7   31  18   4     0   2     0  218  31.1
4. Johns Hopkins.......      7   24  22   0     0   7     0  187  26.7
   Ursinus.............            7   26  23   0     0   2     1  187  26.7

SCORING DEFENSE          G   TD  XP 2XP DXP  FG Saf  Pts   Avg
--------------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........       7   15  12   0      0   5     0  117  16.7
2. Johns Hopkins.......      7   15  13   0      0   9     1  132  18.9
3. Franklin & Marshall.     7   19  17   0      0   1     0  134  19.1

RUSHING OFFENSE          G    Att   Yds   Avg    TD  Yds/G
--------------------------------------------------------
1. Dickinson...........          7    331  1708   5.2  20  244.0
2. Gettysburg..........        8    378  1868   4.9  23  233.5
3. Johns Hopkins.......      7    268  1067   4.0  12  152.4
4. Ursinus.............           7    286   888   3.1  12  126.9

RUSHING DEFENSE          G  Rushes  Yards  Avg.  TD  Yds/G
----------------------------------------------------------
1. Muhlenberg..........       7     214    588     2.7   4   84.0
2. Johns Hopkins.......      7     271    732     2.7   6  104.6
3. Ursinus.............           7     220    790     3.6   6  112.9
4. Franklin & Marshall.     7     267    901     3.4  10  128.7

the rest

http://www.centennial.org/Football/2009stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2009stats/confldrs.htm)

enjoy







Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 26, 2009, 09:54:25 AM
Here are results. Congratulations to the Eagles of Juniata on their first win of the year. No team wants to go through a season without a win. The players and coaches work too hard not to receive some sort of gradification in return. For whatever reason Yen4ten was MIA with his picks.

Reddevil4life           5-1**
69Mule                    5-1**
CCfan27                  3-1
BTexpress                3-1
Greekgeek               2-2
Reservedseat           2-2
Old Ends                   2-2
Muledaddy                2-2
Yen4ten                    0-0**

Year to date

CCfan27                     33-9
BTexpress                  31-11
Muledaddy                 30-12
Reddevil4life               30-10**
Yen4ten                      30-8**
Old Ends                     28-14
Reservedseat             27-15
Greekgeek                  27-15
69Mule                        9-3**

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on October 26, 2009, 06:04:50 PM
There are just three weeks remaining in the Conference football regular season and we have a four-way tie at the top between Dickinson, Franklin & Marshall, Johns Hopkins and Ursinus. What do the head coaches think of the race? Who is the favorite down the stretch? Who will be the spoiler? Ask your question of the nine head coaches on Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. right here on our weekly press conference. Can't get away from a meeting to join us live? Leave your question in the comment box by 9:45 a.m. and we'll try to get it "on the air."

http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2009/10/football-press-conference_26.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 26, 2009, 07:15:03 PM
Players of the week are posted on the link below:
http://www.centennial.org/football/2009/O25.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2009/O25.pdf)

Congrats to all

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 27, 2009, 10:01:39 AM
This week's Pick Ems schedule:

Johns Hopkins @ Juniata
F & M @ McDaniel
Dickinson @ Muhlenberg
Moravian @ Ursinus
Gettysburg idle

** Extra picks for Devil, 69Mule and Yen4ten

Wilkes @ Lycoming
Rowan @ Kean
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 27, 2009, 11:41:55 AM
My picks for the week

Hopkins beats Juniata
F&M beats McDaniel
Dickinson beats Muhlenberg
Ursinus beats Moravian

Seems like a pretty easy pick 'ems week...(But we all remember what happened last time we thought that)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 27, 2009, 12:08:42 PM
CC, I agree doesn't look like an upset this week. There probably will be one, but I don't see it. I have the same four picks as you this week.

JHU
F & M
Dickinson
Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 27, 2009, 07:28:41 PM
Picks  ???

John Hopkins
F & M
Dickinson
Ursinus

My fingers are crossed for this week.

Also I see Dickinson's Pat O'Conner did not play last week against Gettysburg. Anyone hear if he will make this weeks game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 27, 2009, 09:30:31 PM
Coaches' pre-season poll was a little off as of now
Pre-season(current)
John Hopkins(1)
Muhlenberg(7)
Dickinson(1)
Moravian(8)
Gettysburg(5)
F&M(1)
Ursinus(1)
McDaniel(6)
Juniata(8)

This week guesses(based on my last place standing)
Johns Hopkins
F & M
Dickinson
Ursinus

These pick won't help me move up in the standings since it looks like everyone pretty agrees as of now.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 28, 2009, 10:26:06 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on October 27, 2009, 10:01:39 AM
This week's Pick Ems schedule:

Johns Hopkins @ Juniata
F & M @ McDaniel
Dickinson @ Muhlenberg
Moravian @ Ursinus
Gettysburg idle

** Extra picks for Devil, 69Mule and Yen4ten

Wilkes @ Lycoming
Rowan @ Kean

Hopkins
F&M
Dickinson
Ursinus

**Lycoming
**Kean
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 28, 2009, 09:04:51 PM
Regional Rankings are out.

Dickinson ranked 9th in the South Region.

to see the rest go to d3football.com and click on regional rankings
enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 28, 2009, 09:11:49 PM
After checking out the Regional Rankings. Click on Around the region, then Mid-Atlantic and read a nice article by Ryan Tipps on Juniata's first victory for the new coach.

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 29, 2009, 07:25:09 AM
Well i can't get any worse in my pick ems, i'm in last place anyway so why not shoot for an upset !

John Hopkins
F & M
Ursinus
Muhlenberg ( what the hell )

How about the World Champ PHILLIES !
Cliff Lee was amazing !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 29, 2009, 08:43:57 AM
MuleDaddy,
Haven't heard much from you this year. Any preview on what to expect from the mules sat? Running team? or passing?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 29, 2009, 07:42:50 PM

Devil,

I am envious this year.You have a nice team with some real depth. Even without your superstar
receiver/returner (whom I understand remains injured), the rest  of the team has picked up the slack.
Kudos to  Coach Breaux, his staff and the scholar  athletes of a fine school.
Turning to my poor ,tired and oft disjointed Mules, we will show up, play some good defense, and pray that we have identified the qb of the future (finally), noting thstruggle continues at this point,
at he is a graduate of the same high school that our last outstanding field general (Santagato), hailed from. I see a nice future but the  search for points, via running and/or passing presents a serious challenge. I think The Duke is one hell of a coach, but he can't grab the ball and carry it over the line for the kids.......they must mature and  this is the rebuilding year
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 30, 2009, 07:31:35 AM
Quote from: muledaddy on October 29, 2009, 07:42:50 PM

Devil,

I am envious this year.You have a nice team with some real depth. Even without your superstar
receiver/returner (whom I understand remains injured), the rest  of the team has picked up the slack.
Kudos to  Coach Breaux, his staff and the scholar  athletes of a fine school.
Turning to my poor ,tired and oft disjointed Mules, we will show up, play some good defense, and pray that we have identified the qb of the future (finally), noting thstruggle continues at this point,
at he is a graduate of the same high school that our last outstanding field general (Santagato), hailed from. I see a nice future but the  search for points, via running and/or passing presents a serious challenge. I think The Duke is one hell of a coach, but he can't grab the ball and carry it over the line for the kids.......they must mature and  this is the rebuilding year

Thanks.  Hope it is a good one tomorrow.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 30, 2009, 12:02:55 PM
As we all know you can never count out the Mules. They still have a great defense and Dickinson will have to be on their game offensively on Saturday. It looks like some players have really stepped up to take O'Connor's spot over the last few weeks. It is just more by committee now, than just one player, which is not a bad thing. Hopefully O'Connor will be able to get back on the field before the season is over. If you look at the history of the CC, teams make runs for a few years and then settle into mid pack. That is because most of the schools are recruiting the same type of kids. You get a good class or two and you can have a nice three or four year run. The Mules will be back after some growing pains.

MULEDADDY, 69MULE and YEN4TEN don't forget your picks for this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 30, 2009, 01:00:18 PM
Hopkins
F&M
Dickinson (maybe if I vote against the Mules they'll win.  Reverse psych  :-\.  Or maybe they could stop with the dumb penalties and turnovers)
Ursinus
Wilkes
Glassboro State Teachers' College (Rowan)

Happy Halloween to all
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on October 30, 2009, 02:44:57 PM
GLASSBORO STATE????, now 69mule you are really dating yourself.(ha ha) They still have the same ugly colors: chocolate and yellow.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 30, 2009, 06:18:20 PM


      JAYS,DIPS, DEVILS,  BEARS.........I would love to see an upset, anywhere, but especially in allentown, but I doubt it......

Can King Cole regain last year's world series form.....we will know on saturday night...GO PHILLIES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 31, 2009, 01:36:21 PM

FLASH.early 2nd qtr...............Mules 10   Devils 0...free on Mule TV
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 31, 2009, 02:06:56 PM

UPDATE...at the half..mules.10  DEVILS  0.......hmm ...could the Greek have a little inside info??????
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 31, 2009, 02:47:02 PM

Update......3 min left in 3rd qtr....Mules 16 devils 0
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 31, 2009, 03:40:58 PM

  7 sec left...fg try....up....good....final score...Devils 17 Mules 16...Oh well. it almost happened
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on October 31, 2009, 08:44:48 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on October 31, 2009, 03:40:58 PM

  7 sec left...fg try....up....good....final score...Devils 17 Mules 16...Oh well. it almost happened

Hats off to Mules. Good defensive team! Dickinson showed their will to win in the 4thQ and I can't be more proud of the entire team!!! Good luck to Muhlenberg the rest of the way. Red Devils, focus and grab two wins to close out the season and good things will come.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 01, 2009, 01:53:23 PM
Ouch!  Ouch!  Ouch! The Mules let the Red Devils battle back.  Oh. what a painful thing to listen to the 4th quarter.  I know coach Donnelly  knows way more about football that I ever will but how can he run the same play (handoff to the same running back) over and over and expect to move the ball?  Don't you have to trust your QB just a little bit? Kudos to Dickinson for putting on a furious rally.
   
Nice job by the Greyhounds with a big upset of Ursinus.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 01, 2009, 05:59:06 PM


   Toughest loss of the season for the Mules.they can grow from it and beat the Bears, with Muledaddy
in attendance, next week.

Congrats to Coach Dapp and the Hounds on a nice upset effort;may the Mules be so fortunate.(Hamels)
never showed up on Sat night .... tough for the Phils



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 02, 2009, 11:12:46 AM
Results from last week's pickems. Yes we had an upset ( Moravian) but none of us were smart enough to pick the Hounds. For the second week in a row, Yen4ten was MIA with his picks.

CCfan 27      3-1
BTexpress    3-1
Reddevil4life 4-2**
69Mule          4-2**
Muledaddy    3-1
Old Ends       3-1
Reservedseat 3-1
Greekgeek      2-2
Yen4Ten          0-0

Overall

CCfan27           36-10
BTexpress        34-12
Reddevil4life     34-12 ( You are now caught up)
Muledaddy        33-13
Old Ends           31-15
Yen4Ten            30-8**
Reserved Seat   30-16
Greekgeek         29-17
69Mule               13-5**



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 02, 2009, 03:28:00 PM
Muledaddy, Greek and 69, the Mules played a heck of a game against the Devils. Their defensive game plan was outstanding. For three quarters the Devils couldn't do a thing against them. The Freshman QB was impressive as well. A small kid but he played with poise. The best 2-6 team I have seen. Loved the athmosphere at Scotty Wood.( although the away stands are not the greatest) It was family day and a decent crowd showed up on a bad weather day.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 03, 2009, 10:01:10 AM
Pickems for this week. Big game down in Baltimore which could impact who will go to the the BIG DANCE from the CC in the NCAA playoffs. Remember we have a FRIDAY night game this week, so get your picks in early.

Juniata @ Dickinson(FRIDAY)
F & M @ Johns Hopkins
McDaniel @ Gettysburg
Muhlenberg @ Ursinus
Moravian  idle

** Extra picks for 69 Mule & Yen4ten( where have you been?)
Albright & Delaware Valley
Widener @ Wilkes

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 03, 2009, 11:54:28 AM
My picks for the week

Dickinson beats Juniata (No Shocker there)

Gettysburg beats McDaniel (Could be a pretty close game)

Ursinus beats Muhlenberg (I think the Mules have a chance if they can put up some offense, Ursinus will likely be an angry team after losing to the Hounds)

I'll be back later in the week with F&M vs. Hopkins pick. I need more time to decide. This is my hardest decision since the Hopkins vs. Dickinson game
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 03, 2009, 12:53:36 PM
Here are my picks. Going with my gut on a couple.

DICKINSON over Juniata.( if the atmosphere is only half of what last year's first historic night game in Carlisle was, the Eagles are in for a long night!)
F & M over Hopkins ( As a Devils fan, a win by the Dips will help pave the way into the playoffs for the Devils)
GETTYSBURG over Mcdaniel ( Bullets are rested)
MUHLENBERG over Ursinus ( very impressed with the Mules last week, not sure how they will play on grass)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 03, 2009, 05:38:57 PM
Dickinson
Hopkins
Gettysburg
Mules
Del Val
Wilkes

Go Phils from a Dodgers fan!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 05, 2009, 07:55:22 AM
Dickinson ( the better team )
Johns Hopkins ( play better at home )
Gettysburg ( close game )
Muhlenberg ( best defense in the Conference )
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 05, 2009, 08:35:58 AM
Picks

Dickinson
F&M
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 05, 2009, 09:21:10 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on November 03, 2009, 11:54:28 AM
My picks for the week

Dickinson beats Juniata (No Shocker there)

Gettysburg beats McDaniel (Could be a pretty close game)

Ursinus beats Muhlenberg (I think the Mules have a chance if they can put up some offense, Ursinus will likely be an angry team after losing to the Hounds)

I'll be back later in the week with F&M vs. Hopkins pick. I need more time to decide. This is my hardest decision since the Hopkins vs. Dickinson game

Made my decison...I am going with Hopkins to beat F&M. From the beginning of the year I thought Hopkins has what it takes to win the CC. F&M has really impressed me this year behind the record setting play of young Harrison at QB. Sticking with Hopkins.

Questioning my Ursinus pick but I am sticking with it. Plus I never mind seeing the mules lose.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 05, 2009, 03:10:11 PM
The match up between F & M and Hopkins is very interesting. I have seen both teams play and both teams have very high powered offenses although they play two totally different styles. Hopkins does have a passing game but also relies on Kase and his running, where F & M does run the ball some, but relies more on the pass to move the ball. The outcome will come down to who plays the better defense. There is probably more pressure on Hopkins to win this game as they were the preseason CC favorite. Home field advantage @ Homewood might be the difference. Probably for the first time ever, there will be fans in Carlisle rooting for the Dips to win.Hope it is a good game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 05, 2009, 03:53:23 PM
CCFan, why are you so down on the Mules ?
just wondering.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 05, 2009, 03:57:16 PM
Moravian Grad. It comes with the territory
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 05, 2009, 04:37:52 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on November 05, 2009, 03:57:16 PM
Moravian Grad. It comes with the territory
HA HA Good response. Have to remain true to your roots and team!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 05, 2009, 04:59:46 PM
Understood

GO MULES !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 05, 2009, 09:20:47 PM
Dickinson(strong offense-or just too strong period)
F & M(may need to establish the hint of a running game)
Gettysburg(home)
Ursinus(not a good omen for Ursinus, since I have a poor track record picking for or against Ursinus)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 06, 2009, 11:51:35 AM
Muledaddy, Old Ends and Yen4ten don't forget your picks, Remember there is a game tonight.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 06, 2009, 12:12:58 PM
picks

Dickinson
Hopkins
Gettysburg
Ursinus

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 06, 2009, 04:45:43 PM
DEVILS,JAYS,BULLETS,MULES....and that's the way it should be,according to my dreams last night.

Its a great conference and good luck to all.

Muledaddy will be making an appearance at the Collegeville game.....GO MULES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 06, 2009, 07:44:31 PM
see you there Muledaddy, maybe we can bring them some luck.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 07, 2009, 01:07:29 PM
Hate to say it, but lets go DIPS ::)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 07, 2009, 06:10:44 PM
Well it is going to come down to the final week. If Hopkins and Dickinson win next week---John Hopkins gets the NCAA playoff bid. Dickinson may go to Eastern Conference.

Mr Comish can let us know what happens if the both loose. I think that John Hopkins will still get the nod because of the head to head matchup where Hopkins won.

If one or the other lose the one that did not lose gets in.

back to sailing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2009, 08:42:27 AM
Nice article about Players in yesterdays game between F & M and John Hopkins.

http://www.northjersey.com/sports/college_sports/69262597.html (http://www.northjersey.com/sports/college_sports/69262597.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2009, 08:48:53 AM
Todays articles about Yesterday;

John Hopkins; http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/110709aaa.html (http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/110709aaa.html)

Ursinus: http://www.ursinus.edu/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=1149 (http://www.ursinus.edu/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=1149)

McDaniel: http://mcdanielathletics.com/sports/fball/2009-10/releases/20091107_gettysburg (http://mcdanielathletics.com/sports/fball/2009-10/releases/20091107_gettysburg)

enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 08, 2009, 11:25:26 AM
Mates,

       The pain was unbearable, watching the Mules hand 21 pts to their opponents, including multiple fumbles in their

own  redzone
making  the difference between a 10-3 Mule win and the bitter reality of a 24-10 Mule loss.ball security,
ball security, ball security....nothing is more important.The young Mules don't have the fire in their bellies that it takes to be champions, and  the returning seniors can't do it all by themselves. Nice defense...no offense, except for the always magnificent work of wide receiver Phil Cresta, who has champions rings..and memories.....Lachaud,Emmett,Ahouse,Bender, Hussey, and all the other  seniors...cherish those rings forever.....
for they commemorate your finest hours....good luck, God Bless, and there's always next year....MULEDADDY
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: lizalan07 on November 08, 2009, 02:50:08 PM
It was good to finally see a decent size crowd show up for a Hopkins football game. Attendance was put at 2300. Reminded me of the 80's when they always had crowds of 2000 plus people. Hopefully some of this spirit will carry over into next season, and possibly another post season home game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on November 08, 2009, 05:28:47 PM
Good Sunday to all. 

Johns Hopkins has control of the NCAA automatic berth.  If the Blue Jays defeat McDaniel, Hopkins gets the AQ due to its head-to-head win over Dickinson.  If the Terror wins and Dickinson defeats Ursinus, the Red Devils go to the NCAAs.  If Hopkins and Dickinson both lose, Ursinus is the automatic qualifier.  In a three-way tie at 6-2, the Bears win the tie-breaker due to head-to-head wins over the Jays and Devils.  In a four-way tie that includes Franklin & Marshall, Hopkins and Ursinus are both 2-1 against the others involved in the deadlock, while the Diplomats and Dickinson are 1-2.  The Bears get the nod with their head-to-head win over the Blue Jays.

In case of a tie, the Centennial Conference does name multiple champions, but must select an automatic qualifier to the NCAA tournament per NCAA "Pool A" regulations.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2009, 09:18:16 PM
Thanks Mr. Steve....

I have got to ask you if there was an older Forest in your life,,,,
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 09, 2009, 10:54:48 AM
What happened to F&M Sat.??? Anyone at the game with a run down?? Hopkins play flawless of did the dips have a bad day??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 11:07:56 AM
Results from the pickems. It is hard to believe we are heading into the last game of the regular season.

Results for the week:

69 Mule      4-2**
CCFan27    3-1
Old Ends     3-1
Reddevil      2-2
Greekgeek   2-2
Reserved     2-2
Muledaddy   2-2
BTexpress    1-3
Yen4ten       0-0** ( missed picks for the third week in a row)


Overall

CCFan 27       39-11
Reddevil4life  36-14
Muledaddy     35-15
BTexpress      35-15
Oldends         34-16
Reserved Seat 32-18
Greekgeek      31-19
Yen4ten           30-8**
69 mule           17-7**

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 12:58:13 PM
Quote from: RedDevil4Life on November 09, 2009, 10:54:48 AM
What happened to F&M Sat.??? Anyone at the game with a run down?? Hopkins play flawless of did the dips have a bad day??
I was shocked at that score myself. Initially D III had F & M winning on the scoreboard page. I am told that Hopkins just dominated from the opening kick off in every phase of the game. F & M had no answer for stopping the Jays and their offense could never get going.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 09, 2009, 02:18:18 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 11:07:56 AM
Results from the pickems. It is hard to believe we are heading into the last game of the regular season.

Results for the week:

69 Mule      4-2**
CCFan27    3-1
Old Ends     3-1
Reddevil      2-2
Greekgeek   2-2
Reserved     2-2
Muledaddy   2-2
BTexpress    1-3
Yen4ten       0-0** ( missed picks for the third week in a row)


Overall

CCFan 27       39-11
Reddevil4life  36-14
Muledaddy     35-15
BTexpress      35-15
Oldends         34-16
Reserved Seat 32-18
Greekgeek      31-19
Yen4ten           30-8**
69 mule           17-7**



Looks like CCFan got it wrapped up lol
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 09, 2009, 03:01:05 PM
Quote from: RedDevil4Life on November 09, 2009, 02:18:18 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 11:07:56 AM
Results from the pickems. It is hard to believe we are heading into the last game of the regular season.

Results for the week:

69 Mule      4-2**
CCFan27    3-1
Old Ends     3-1
Reddevil      2-2
Greekgeek   2-2
Reserved     2-2
Muledaddy   2-2
BTexpress    1-3
Yen4ten       0-0** ( missed picks for the third week in a row)


Overall

CCFan 27       39-11
Reddevil4life  36-14
Muledaddy     35-15
BTexpress      35-15
Oldends         34-16
Reserved Seat 32-18
Greekgeek      31-19
Yen4ten           30-8**
69 mule           17-7**



Looks like CCFan got it wrapped up lol

If you picked every game opposite of me and they all won then you could take it RedDevil...However, I plan on picking your Red Devils as of now and do not expect you to pick against them.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 04:16:45 PM
As Lee Corso always says " Not so fast my friends", last year when Old Ends was running the pickems, we had a regular season champ and then we wiped the slate clean and had a playoff run till the Dvision III National championship in Salem,. Is there enough interest in doing that again???. Let's take a poll to see if we want to do it or just stop and declare CC27 the 2009  pickems champ!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 09, 2009, 04:38:19 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 04:16:45 PM
As Lee Corso always says " Not so fast my friends", last year when Old Ends was running the pickems, we had a regular season champ and then we wiped the slate clean and had a playoff run till the Dvision III National championship in Salem,. Is there enough interest in doing that again???. Let's take a poll to see if we want to do it or just stop and declare CC27 the 2009  pickems champ!!!

I will be following the playoffs anyway so I am definitely in for a playoffs pickems.

What do you guys think the possibility of getting 2 CC teams in? CC doesn't have a great reputation in the National Playoffs but if Hopkins seals it up and Dickinson is at 9-1 you would think they have to be in consideration. Albright and LVC are battling to be 9-1 also this weekend. It seems there is going to be quite a few quality teams that miss the AQ which will likely hurt the CC teams because we have not had the best track record in the playoffs. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on November 09, 2009, 05:07:40 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on November 09, 2009, 04:38:19 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 04:16:45 PM
As Lee Corso always says " Not so fast my friends", last year when Old Ends was running the pickems, we had a regular season champ and then we wiped the slate clean and had a playoff run till the Dvision III National championship in Salem,. Is there enough interest in doing that again???. Let's take a poll to see if we want to do it or just stop and declare CC27 the 2009  pickems champ!!!

I will be following the playoffs anyway so I am definitely in for a playoffs pickems.

What do you guys think the possibility of getting 2 CC teams in? CC doesn't have a great reputation in the National Playoffs but if Hopkins seals it up and Dickinson is at 9-1 you would think they have to be in consideration. Albright and LVC are battling to be 9-1 also this weekend. It seems there is going to be quite a few quality teams that miss the AQ which will likely hurt the CC teams because we have not had the best track record in the playoffs. 

My guess (and I posted this on the East Region Playoff boards) was that Dickinson would get a Pool C but end up playing against DVC in the first round.  I believe Dickinson's OOC games (win over Hobart a potentially 6-3, etc) may give them a bump over Albright.  I see Leb Val as the other "eastern" Pool C, but wouldn't be surprised if Dickinson snuck into our bracket.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 05:09:52 PM
CC Unfortunately, I think  if Dickinson wins this week against Ursinus and finishes at 9-1 they will be looking at the ECAC playoffs along with F & M if they finish 8-2. In my opinion, the winner of the Albright vs LVC game will probably get in as the second team from the MAC. The CC champ needs to win at least a first round game in the NCAA's to give the conference some future credibility. Ask Muledaddy his thoughts on the subject. The Mules were a very good team the past few seasons but had to play Wesley in the first round and for whatever reason, they did not match up well with them. If Muhlenberg played any other team  from the South region, other than Wesley I believe they win. It hurts the CC's reputation that Hopkins got beat by Delaware Valley earlier this year. In many people's minds, the MAC is stronger than the CC. I am not so sure. The CC has gotten stronger from top to bottom and if there were a MAC vs CC challenge, I'd pick the CC to come out on top. The problem you have is that you will never have a team from the CC that can make it to Salem. The entrance requirements, tuition and other factors contribute to that reality. If a CC team could win two rounds of the playoffs, it would be a successful year in my opinion.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 10, 2009, 07:12:46 AM
yeah I will do Playoff Pick Em. Also, I feel Dickinson has a very good shot at getting an at large bid. They have to win this weekend first so it is not realistic until then. As far as ECAC goes I am prety sure Dickinson is not apart of that this year.(All sports) So if there is not at large then season over. That should be enough to get the boys ready to play Sat. It should be a really good game in Carlisle.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 10, 2009, 08:32:27 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 05:09:52 PM
CC Unfortunately, I think  if Dickinson wins this week against Ursinus and finishes at 9-1 they will be looking at the ECAC playoffs along with F & M if they finish 8-2. In my opinion, the winner of the Albright vs LVC game will probably get in as the second team from the MAC. The CC champ needs to win at least a first round game in the NCAA's to give the conference some future credibility. Ask Muledaddy his thoughts on the subject. The Mules were a very good team the past few seasons but had to play Wesley in the first round and for whatever reason, they did not match up well with them. If Muhlenberg played any other team  from the South region, other than Wesley I believe they win. It hurts the CC's reputation that Hopkins got beat by Delaware Valley earlier this year. In many people's minds, the MAC is stronger than the CC. I am not so sure. The CC has gotten stronger from top to bottom and if there were a MAC vs CC challenge, I'd pick the CC to come out on top. The problem you have is that you will never have a team from the CC that can make it to Salem. The entrance requirements, tuition and other factors contribute to that reality. If a CC team could win two rounds of the playoffs, it would be a successful year in my opinion.


BT, Didn't the Mules win a first round game over Salisbury two years ago before getting smacked by Wesley? I could be wrong but I thought I remembered them winning a game that year. And I believe you are correct that the Mules would probably have beaten a different south region team. If it wasn't for that loss to that team over in Bethlehem :) they probably wouldn't have seen Wesley in the first round. That said I feel a CC team could be competitive in the playoffs as long as they don't draw Wesley first as they are flat out killing teams this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on November 10, 2009, 09:51:49 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 05:09:52 PM
... It hurts the CC's reputation that Hopkins got beat by Delaware Valley earlier this year. In many people's minds, the MAC is stronger than the CC. I am not so sure. The CC has gotten stronger from top to bottom and if there were a MAC vs CC challenge, I'd pick the CC to come out on top. The problem you have is that you will never have a team from the CC that can make it to Salem. The entrance requirements, tuition and other factors contribute to that reality. If a CC team could win two rounds of the playoffs, it would be a successful year in my opinion.

I don't think that JHU's loss against DelVal hurt the CC's rep. The Aggies are a great team and have shown that they can win whether their starting QB is playing or their backup. They have depth, and that makes them tough. The fact that DelVal is 8-1 makes JHU's loss a quality loss, if there is such a thing.

And, sorry to say, but this season, I'd say the MAC is definitely stronger. That conference has regained the reputation is had three and four seasons back. If you would have asked me this question in '07 or '08, I'd probably have gone with the Centennial. This year, the MAC is better in my mind. But the CC is still good, don't get me wrong on that.

As for Dickinson getting into the playoffs, I believe that Mary Hardin-Baylor will be the only Pool C candidate ahead of the Red Devils in the South. Now, while this isn't a guarantee by any stretch, it does help their Pool C argument with teams like Wheaton and Otterbein and Centre losing last week. That makes Dickinson look all that much better, and the fact that JHU, UC and F&M have good records this year shows Dickinson has played some quality competition.

I hate to admit this, but if you want Dickinson in the dance, you'll also have to root against my alma mater, Wabash, this weekend. :) With a win, my team is looking at a Pool C. With a loss, they're almost surely out. But, first and foremost, Dickinson has to win on Friday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2009, 10:06:01 AM
CC you might be right, we need Greek and Muledaddy to confirm that they beat Salisbury two years ago in the first round and then lost to Wesley. As I stated before, the CC is a much improved conference from top to bottom over the last few seasons as evidenced by our pickems record. We just don't have that one power house team that seems to dominate the conference each year, like the Washington & Jeffersons, Delaware Valleys, Rowens, etc of the world. But that is ok because it makes the regular season more fun. It seems like a CC school will get a few outstanding back to back recruting classes which enable them to make nice runs at the top of the conference for a few seasons, then it is someone else's turn at the top. The problem you have competing against the Welseys, Albrights and Delaware Valleys is that those schools along with the Mount Unions and St Johns on the National scale bring in recruiting classes as large as the CC team's entire rosters. It is just a different mentality. Would I want my son showing up at preseason camp as a running back and seeing 19 other running backs on the roster??? The funny thing is when those classes are Seniors there are only a few of them left. I always wondered if the kids stay at the school and become regular students or do they try and transfer to play at other schools? If they stay it has to be a money maker for those colleges.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on November 10, 2009, 10:45:31 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2009, 10:06:01 AM
CC you might be right, we need Greek and Muledaddy to confirm that they beat Salisbury two years ago in the first round and then lost to Wesley. ...

You don't need them. There's this Web site I heard of that is a wealth of 2007 playoff information, including that year's bracket (http://www.d3football.com/playoffs/07/bracket). ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2009, 11:02:19 AM
Thanks Ryan, always enjoy reading your stuff. So we have our answer, the Mules did beat Salisbury in the first round and lost to Wesley in the second round. Ryan as a Dickinson fan, I must root for Walbash to lose this weekend, sorry about that. However, please keep up the good work on this site, you help make it fun for everyone.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on November 10, 2009, 11:21:40 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2009, 11:02:19 AM
Ryan as a Dickinson fan, I must root for Walbash to lose this weekend, sorry about that.

No harm in that. This is a good year for the Red Devils. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 10, 2009, 11:29:00 AM
Quote from: Ryan Tipps on November 10, 2009, 09:51:49 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 09, 2009, 05:09:52 PM
... It hurts the CC's reputation that Hopkins got beat by Delaware Valley earlier this year. In many people's minds, the MAC is stronger than the CC. I am not so sure. The CC has gotten stronger from top to bottom and if there were a MAC vs CC challenge, I'd pick the CC to come out on top. The problem you have is that you will never have a team from the CC that can make it to Salem. The entrance requirements, tuition and other factors contribute to that reality. If a CC team could win two rounds of the playoffs, it would be a successful year in my opinion.

I don't think that JHU's loss against DelVal hurt the CC's rep. The Aggies are a great team and have shown that they can win whether their starting QB is playing or their backup. They have depth, and that makes them tough. The fact that DelVal is 8-1 makes JHU's loss a quality loss, if there is such a thing.

And, sorry to say, but this season, I'd say the MAC is definitely stronger. That conference has regained the reputation is had three and four seasons back. If you would have asked me this question in '07 or '08, I'd probably have gone with the Centennial. This year, the MAC is better in my mind. But the CC is still good, don't get me wrong on that.

As for Dickinson getting into the playoffs, I believe that Mary Hardin-Baylor will be the only Pool C candidate ahead of the Red Devils in the South. Now, while this isn't a guarantee by any stretch, it does help their Pool C argument with teams like Wheaton and Otterbein and Centre losing last week. That makes Dickinson look all that much better, and the fact that JHU, UC and F&M have good records this year shows Dickinson has played some quality competition.

I hate to admit this, but if you want Dickinson in the dance, you'll also have to root against my alma mater, Wabash, this weekend. :) With a win, my team is looking at a Pool C. With a loss, they're almost surely out. But, first and foremost, Dickinson has to win on Friday.

Booo Wabash lol...YAnd Dickinson plays sat afternoon
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2009, 11:44:51 AM
Here are this week's pickems( Hard to belieive it is the final week of the regular season)

Johns Hopkins @ McDaniel
Ursinus @ Dickinson
Gettysburg @ F & M
Moravian @ Muhlenberg
Juniata ( SEASON COMPLETE)

**Extra picks for 69mule and Yen4ten**

Lebanon Valley @ Albright
Susquehanna @ Union
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 10, 2009, 11:49:50 AM
RedDevil, I was at the Hopkins game last week. Hopkins out played F&M it every way. Best game they have played so far. On offense F&M was on their heels from the start, had alot of trouble with the pressure from the Hopkins D. Although F&M defense looked good on paper before the game, they either didn't show up or you can't take numbers alone into consideration. Hopkins offense did pretty much what ever they wanted to
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 10, 2009, 12:05:55 PM
That is correct.  Mules beat Salisbury in the 1st playoff round in 2007.  Count me in on a playoff pickem'.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 10, 2009, 12:38:36 PM
Quote from: GoHop on November 10, 2009, 11:49:50 AM
RedDevil, I was at the Hopkins game last week. Hopkins out played F&M it every way. Best game they have played so far. On offense F&M was on their heels from the start, had alot of trouble with the pressure from the Hopkins D. Although F&M defense looked good on paper before the game, they either didn't show up or you can't take numbers alone into consideration. Hopkins offense did pretty much what ever they wanted to

Thanks, I never would have guessed F&M would have had that much trouble.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 10, 2009, 12:40:26 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2009, 11:44:51 AM
Here are this week's pickems( Hard to belieive it is the final week of the regular season)

Johns Hopkins @ McDaniel
Ursinus @ Dickinson
Gettysburg @ F & M
Moravian @ Muhlenberg
Juniata ( SEASON COMPLETE)

**Extra picks for 69mule and Yen4ten**

Lebanon Valley @ Albright
Susquehanna @ Union

Pick Em's

Hopkins
Dickinson
F&M
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 10, 2009, 01:38:52 PM
My picks for the week

Hopkins beats McDaniel (Impressive win by McDaniel last week. Don't think they can handle a Hopkins team who seems to be clicking on all cylinders)

Dickinson beats Ursinus (Would be interesting if Hopkins lost and Ursinus pulled this upset as they would earn the AQ, but don't see either happening)

F&M beats Gettysburg (F&M looks to rebound from the thrashing they took from Hopkins and hope to obtain ECAC bid)

Hounds beat Mules (This game has a little different feel than last year huh? Two teams that obviously got gutted by graduation. Go Hounds)

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on November 10, 2009, 01:54:20 PM
Quote from: RedDevil4Life on November 10, 2009, 07:12:46 AM
yeah I will do Playoff Pick Em. Also, I feel Dickinson has a very good shot at getting an at large bid. They have to win this weekend first so it is not realistic until then. As far as ECAC goes I am prety sure Dickinson is not apart of that this year.(All sports) So if there is not at large then season over. That should be enough to get the boys ready to play Sat. It should be a really good game in Carlisle.
Red Devil, what happened w/ D'son and the ECAC?  I'd be interested in knowing why they took themselves out of consideration for an ECAC bowl birth?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 10, 2009, 02:07:47 PM
Quote from: ock7 on November 10, 2009, 01:54:20 PM
Quote from: RedDevil4Life on November 10, 2009, 07:12:46 AM
yeah I will do Playoff Pick Em. Also, I feel Dickinson has a very good shot at getting an at large bid. They have to win this weekend first so it is not realistic until then. As far as ECAC goes I am prety sure Dickinson is not apart of that this year.(All sports) So if there is not at large then season over. That should be enough to get the boys ready to play Sat. It should be a really good game in Carlisle.
Red Devil, what happened w/ D'son and the ECAC?  I'd be interested in knowing why they took themselves out of consideration for an ECAC bowl birth?

All I know is they did not join ECAC this year. A few other schools did the same thing.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on November 10, 2009, 02:27:44 PM
Quote from: RedDevil4Life on November 10, 2009, 11:29:00 AM
Booo Wabash lol...YAnd Dickinson plays sat afternoon

Oops, my bad about the Friday mention. On our site here, we have the DC/UC game listed on Nov. 13. I better get that changed in my column this week too!  :o
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2009, 02:45:11 PM
Here are my picks

HOPKINS over MCDaniel ( I guess I can hope for the miracle win by McDaniel but don't see it happening)
DICKINSON over Ursinus ( Hope this is not the last game for two future Devil Hall of Famers in Mitchell & O' Connor)
F & M over Gettysburg ( Dips shoot for an 8 -2 season and an ECAC bid)
MUHLENBERG over Moravian ( Hard to believe both these teams are shooting for only their 3rd win of the year)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 10, 2009, 03:25:17 PM
Does anybody know why there is no Weekly Release for the CC or why they didn't have the weekly coaches conference today?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 10, 2009, 04:36:43 PM
Picks--

John Hopkins
Dickinson
F & M
Muhlenberg
???

Back in safe harbor--Ida making it rough.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 10, 2009, 05:20:41 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on November 10, 2009, 03:25:17 PM
Does anybody know why there is no Weekly Release for the CC or why they didn't have the weekly coaches conference today?

No idea, I've been checking all day too
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 10, 2009, 05:22:34 PM
Quote from: RedDevil4Life on November 10, 2009, 12:38:36 PM
Quote from: GoHop on November 10, 2009, 11:49:50 AM
RedDevil, I was at the Hopkins game last week. Hopkins out played F&M it every way. Best game they have played so far. On offense F&M was on their heels from the start, had alot of trouble with the pressure from the Hopkins D. Although F&M defense looked good on paper before the game, they either didn't show up or you can't take numbers alone into consideration. Hopkins offense did pretty much what ever they wanted to

Thanks, I never would have guessed F&M would have had that much trouble.

Me either, it was quite a surprise was expecting the game to be much closer
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 10, 2009, 05:30:28 PM
That makes three of us. I thought Hopkins could win but never in such a blow out fashion. Hopkin's defense is good but I thought the Dips would be able to put up points on them. Maybe that is where a better running game would have helped F & M.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 10, 2009, 07:14:42 PM
Mates,

I was surprised that Fand M got hammered by the Jays; I expected a  closer  game. I knew that JH  could play some good defense( having seen them  hold DelVal for 3 qtrs, listened to them hold Dickinson's
explosive offense  down) but I thought Harrison would float some bombs to Eager and another receiver or two. I felt that Kase was going out (last home game) with a bang and he has been running very well
in recent games (closeer to 200 yds than 100 per game). I can see Hopkins beat DelVal in a rematch in the playoffs and hope we do.
Meanwhile, the CC suffers from a tough road to Salem,  because it starts out in Dover,Del.,home of perenniel power Wesley, runs to the toughest team in   the South (often found in Texas) and just for good measure,requires a midway stop against another hot Southern team on a once in 25 year streak.The '07 Mules, a very good team, won 1 game in the tournament after an unbeaten CC season, only to get handled by Wesley, who beat them more
emphatically in'08. It will be a wonderful surprise to see a CC team make it to the final 4,much less the finals.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 10, 2009, 07:31:33 PM



Picks.....

Hopkins,Dickinson, Fand M, Mules (c'mon guys)


No press conference??????????Yikes.......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mcdanielsid on November 10, 2009, 08:16:28 PM
Scheduling conflicts prevented the conference office from conducting the normal Tuesday morning press conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 10, 2009, 11:55:27 PM
It is always a tough game against the Greyhounds.  The favored Mules got shellacked last year and just to rub it in, my pet Greyhound ate the couch! 

Picks:
JH
Gettysburg
Dickinson
Mules - How about some trickery, like a reverse or end around? 
Leb Val
Susquehanna

Go Mules!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 11, 2009, 07:12:08 AM
Johns Hopkins ( i think this game will be a lot closer than people think )
Dickinson ( finish a good season )
Gettysburg (upset ) hey i can't do any worse i'm in last place anyway !
Muhlenberg ( please get it together for this game guys )
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2009, 11:56:25 AM
After reading everything on this website, Daily Dose, other boards etc. It appears that Dickinson could be on the outside looking in for the playoffs despite the potential of finishing the season 9-1. Hopefully they are wrong and the Red Devils get a plan C bid. Hate to see the season coming to end on Saturday against Ursinus.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on November 12, 2009, 12:36:53 PM
Hopkins is ranked #10 in the South region.  If they win the CC and the AQ, that will bump out one of the top 8 ranked teams.  W&J?  Dickinson?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 12, 2009, 01:54:36 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2009, 11:56:25 AM
After reading everything on this website, Daily Dose, other boards etc. It appears that Dickinson could be on the outside looking in for the playoffs despite the potential of finishing the season 9-1. Hopefully they are wrong and the Red Devils get a plan C bid. Hate to see the season coming to end on Saturday against Ursinus.

Wabash losing would be huge. Very possible as well. Wouldn't hurt for W&J to lose to waynesburg but I don't think thats going to happen
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2009, 03:35:07 PM
Waynesburg is 5-4 and W & J  is 8-1,so not likely. What bothers me is that W & J would probably get the nod over the Devils because of their past reputation in the NCAA playoffs. However, if you look at the PAC, they have dominated that conference for years until Tommy More beat them the last two years. You can't tell me the PAC is a stronger conference top to bottom than the CC. I don't buy it, especially this year. Hopkins, Dickinson and F & M have had great seasons. Two years ago Dickinson got left out with an 8-2 record but at least got to play in an ECAC game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 13, 2009, 06:51:12 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2009, 03:35:07 PM
Waynesburg is 5-4 and W & J  is 8-1,so not likely. What bothers me is that W & J would probably get the nod over the Devils because of their past reputation in the NCAA playoffs. However, if you look at the PAC, they have dominated that conference for years until Tommy More beat them the last two years. You can't tell me the PAC is a stronger conference top to bottom than the CC. I don't buy it, especially this year. Hopkins, Dickinson and F & M have had great seasons. Two years ago Dickinson got left out with an 8-2 record but at least got to play in an ECAC game.


I have to agree that the CC is very strong this year. IF Dickinson wins tomorrow and get left out of the playoffs I would feel robbed. CC doesn't usually get respect come selection sunday. Time for that to change.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 13, 2009, 10:00:19 AM
Reserved Seat & Yen4ten don't forget your picks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: @d3jason on November 13, 2009, 10:18:50 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2009, 11:56:25 AM
After reading everything on this website, Daily Dose, other boards etc. It appears that Dickinson could be on the outside looking in for the playoffs despite the potential of finishing the season 9-1. Hopefully they are wrong and the Red Devils get a plan C bid. Hate to see the season coming to end on Saturday against Ursinus.

They would seem to be a lock for a ECAC bid.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 13, 2009, 11:30:43 AM
Quote from: ock7 on November 12, 2009, 12:36:53 PM
Hopkins is ranked #10 in the South region.  If they win the CC and the AQ, that will bump out one of the top 8 ranked teams.  W&J?  Dickinson?

It doesn't really matter, because the top eight teams aren't guaranteed a spot anyway.

If you read the projection I made, one loss by an at-large team gets Dickinson in my projected field. It's not over for Dickinson.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 13, 2009, 11:32:33 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2009, 03:35:07 PMWhat bothers me is that W & J would probably get the nod over the Devils because of their past reputation in the NCAA playoffs.

If that were the case, wouldn't W&J be ranked ahead of Dickinson already?

Past reputation is really removed from the equation the past decade or so.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 13, 2009, 11:42:59 AM
Pat, hope you are right. No matter what the sport, there are always bubble teams who feel they should be in the Big Dance and just miss the cut. I guess that is what has made the playoff selections so interesting over the years. There will always be debates on who deserves to get in.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ock7 on November 13, 2009, 02:34:18 PM
Have we ever had 2 CC teams make the playoffs in the same year?  It would be nice to see it happen this year.  Red Devils need to win tomorrow or it does not matter.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 13, 2009, 02:46:51 PM
Just saw and confirmed on the ECAC website that Dickinson DID NOT apply to be considered for an ECAC game. Have no idea why?, they hosted and played Waynesburg two years ago. Maybe it was a cost cutting measure by the Athletic Department, really makes no sense. Still hoping for a little luck after Saturday's games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on November 13, 2009, 04:23:12 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 13, 2009, 02:46:51 PM
Just saw and confirmed on the ECAC website that Dickinson DID NOT apply to be considered for an ECAC game. Have no idea why?, they hosted and played Waynesburg two years ago. Maybe it was a cost cutting measure by the Athletic Department, really makes no sense. Still hoping for a little luck after Saturday's games.

A lot of schools (such as Hobart in the LL) opted not to (pay to) play in the ECACs.  I can't speak for Dickinson, but Hobart did it purely due to budget constraints.

As an aside, please consider tuning in to www.inthehuddlle.com this Sunday night at 7:30 PM ET. 

Although our radio show is Liberty League focused, CC fans may be interested in hearing my co-host Frank Rossi (possibly Eric Ren if he's over his pneumonia) and I interview the chair of the D3 selection committee, Director Solomen regarding the 32 teams picked (and those that weren't) for the NCAA tournament.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 13, 2009, 07:14:28 PM
Final guesses:
Johns Hopkins
Dickinson
F & M(lack of a running game still causing problems)
Muhlenberg

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: lizalan07 on November 14, 2009, 05:51:27 PM
Heard on the radio driving up to the McDaniels game, that today's game will be the school's 1,000th college football game.  Quite a milestone. They mentioned that a few other Centennial schools have also accomplished this task. I believe they said Dickinson and Gettysburg.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 14, 2009, 06:43:02 PM
Franklin and Marshall has played 1081 games(577W-457L-47T)
Gettysburg has played 1056 games(528W-486L-42T)
Dickinson has played 1039 games(468W-516L-55T)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 14, 2009, 07:06:13 PM
Congrats to Johns Hopkins on winning the Centennial Conference and good luck in the NCAA playoffs, and congrats to The Mules for finishing there season with a win over Moravian 7-0.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 14, 2009, 08:10:47 PM
Great season Red Devils. You never folded today and you should be proud of that. Congrats to Hopkins on winning CC. Dickinson loses some extremely talented seniors from this group. It was a pleasure to watch you all play for 4 years. Good luck to you guys.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 14, 2009, 08:22:47 PM
Kudos to Johns Hopkins for winning the CC conference.  Since Mount Union is more than 500 miles away you can breathe a sigh of relief.  Uh Oh.  Delaware Valley is a formidable first round opponent and I guess that is who you'll be pitted against.  Best of luck!

Great job Mule defense in shutting out those stubborn Greyhounds!  Godspeed to the seniors all around the CC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 15, 2009, 09:49:39 AM
  Mount Union is not more than 500 miles away.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 16, 2009, 09:36:44 AM
F&M will have a home game against Wilkes next Saturday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 16, 2009, 10:54:50 AM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on November 13, 2009, 11:32:33 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 12, 2009, 03:35:07 PMWhat bothers me is that W & J would probably get the nod over the Devils because of their past reputation in the NCAA playoffs.

If that were the case, wouldn't W&J be ranked ahead of Dickinson already?

Past reputation is really removed from the equation the past decade or so.
Well Pat, maybe past reputation did factor into W & J getting a bid. Now I wonder if Dickinson would have won on Saturday if they would have gotten a bid since they were ranked ahead of W & J going into the final weekend. I guess we will never know.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 16, 2009, 11:41:27 AM
Congratulations to CCfan27 as the 2009 PICKEMS CHAMPION. We will now wipe the slate clean and start all over with the D3 playoffs. If you did not participate with the CC picks, you are encouraged to join in the fun later on in the week when we post the playoff pickems. Good Luck to Johns Hopkins, make the CC proud!

Overall results:

CCfan27                 42-12
Redevil4life             39-15
Muledaddy              38-16
BTexpress               38-16
Old Ends                  37-17
Reserved Seat         34-20
Greekgeek               33-21
Yen4ten                   30-8**
69mule                     20-10**       
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 16, 2009, 01:21:19 PM
Great job doing the pickems for the football seasons BT and thanks so much for taking care of the standings .
C'mon Johns Hopkins the Centennial Conference is behind you every step of the way !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 16, 2009, 01:38:25 PM
BT thanks for all your hard work with Pick ems this year. Playoff Pick Em should be great as well, maybe I can win this one. Good job CCFan.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 16, 2009, 02:29:31 PM
BT thanks for taking care of the pick ems this year. I look forward to the playoff pickems and the chance at a total season sweep. Good Luck to JHU in the NCAA playoffs, as well as F&M and Ursinus in their ECAC games this weekend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 16, 2009, 05:36:56 PM
D3football.com Pick 'em is up.

http://www.d3football.com/pickem/
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 17, 2009, 10:27:33 AM
Another poll, need your responses ASAP. Do we want to do our own CC Pick Ems for the D3 championship or do we want to do the website's?. See Pat's post above.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 17, 2009, 11:03:33 AM
I think it would be fun to do our own if you are up to it? We have been competing against each other's picks all year, it will be fun to see who picks the playoffs the best out of us. That's my thought. Is the playoff pool usually all the playoff games on the CC board or are a select few picked each week? I don't have a great deal of knowledge on teams too far out of the mid-atlantic region but I am in for whatever is decided.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bluejay19 on November 17, 2009, 11:30:37 AM
does anyone no where you can stay in godforsaken farmville va?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: hurley on November 17, 2009, 11:36:22 AM
I Was told that the comfort Inn Farmville has an all inclusive package deal for fans.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 17, 2009, 12:15:05 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on November 17, 2009, 11:03:33 AM
I think it would be fun to do our own if you are up to it? We have been competing against each other's picks all year, it will be fun to see who picks the playoffs the best out of us. That's my thought. Is the playoff pool usually all the playoff games on the CC board or are a select few picked each week? I don't have a great deal of knowledge on teams too far out of the mid-atlantic region but I am in for whatever is decided.
The way I was thinking about doing it was we pick every team and every game right up through the finals. We will all need to step out of our CC shell and do some research on the entire field. Sure there will be some guesses and luck involved but it should be fair for everyone.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 17, 2009, 01:18:31 PM
I'm leaning torward what CCFAN said, i haven't been following the other Divisions that close, but i'll do what the majority does.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 17, 2009, 01:27:32 PM
I'm ok with whatever, it will just be a whole lot of guessing for the first round games as many of us wouldn't know much about some of the teams in the first round games and I would find myself picking based on records rather than having an understanding of how good a team is. I was thinking maybe pick between 4 and 6 first round games, some teams that maybe some CC teams have faced or at least are located in our general region, then as the playoffs go on we could pick all the games. Just a thought.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 17, 2009, 01:36:31 PM
Mates,

Let's stay together and have a go at it...anyway you like....5,10 or some other number of select games...you call it...I'll play...I like our group
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 17, 2009, 02:40:16 PM
I am ok if you all trust me to hand pick 5 or 6 games to get us started. We could try and stick with at least the teams we know and throw in a few BIG GUNS we are all familar with. Old Ends, do you remember what we did last year?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 17, 2009, 03:29:08 PM
Whatever you guys decide is OK with me.  A suggestion might be to use the same bracket and scoring system as the D3 bracket and just see who does the best among us Centennial folks.  I think that might make it easier on BT Express rather than devise a whole new scheme.  Whaddayathink?

And yes BT, thanks for your effort this season on the pickem's and also for remembering good old Glassboro State Teachers College ;D.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 17, 2009, 07:04:18 PM
No reason you can't do both. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 18, 2009, 10:03:03 AM
Ok I thought about this and to be fair to Pat and the website, I think we will do a shorten version of our Pick ems. Pat is right, there is no reason someone can't do both. We will start out with 6 games and for those of you who are up to the challenge, you can do the website's as well. If you were sitting on the sidelines during the season and did not jump in for our CC picks, please feel free to join us this time. All picks must be submitted in a timely fashion. Here is week #1 Good Luck.

Wahington & Jefferson @ Mount Union
Albright @ Alfred
Susquehanna ( Will be in the CC next season) @ Delaware Valley
North Carolina Wesleyan @ Wesley
JOHNS HOPKINS @ Hampden Sydney
Cal Lutheran @ Linfield ( little left coast flavor for 69 mule)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 18, 2009, 11:03:53 AM
I didn't do the refular season but will try my luck now.

Mount Union
Alfred
DelVal
Wesley
Hopkins
Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 18, 2009, 11:04:36 AM
My first week playoff picks

Mount Union beats W&J (Not shocking)
Albright beats Alfred (Rooting for the area team)
Del Val beats Susquehanna (Del Val has only lost to Wesley - very impressive)
Wesley beats NC Wesleyan (Wesley has destroyed CC in the past but are good)
Hopkins beats Hampden Sydney (I Hope!)
Linfield beats Cal Lutheran (Linfield only because I've actually heard of them before)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 18, 2009, 11:04:49 AM
"regular"
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 18, 2009, 05:50:54 PM
BTE

Sorry got a bug that put this old timer in the Hospital for a week and have not been on. Doing fine now.

Last year I just picked a few games much like you just did.

Picks
Mt Union
Albright
Delaware Valley
Wesley
John Hopkins
Linfield

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 18, 2009, 08:59:51 PM
BTExpress, thanks for the regular season.

Here goes:
Mount Union
Alfred
Delaware Valley
Wesley
Hampden Sydney
Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 19, 2009, 07:32:40 AM
Mount Union
Albright
Del Val
Wesley
Cal Lutheran
Hampden Sydney
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 19, 2009, 09:54:25 AM
Ends glad to hear you are feeling better. Here are my picks:

Mt Union
Albright
Del Valley
Wesley
Hopkins
Cal Lutheran
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 19, 2009, 12:27:00 PM
I would like to give this a shot, sorry I missed the season.

Mt Union
Albright
  Del Valley
  Wesley
  Hampden Sydney   
  Linfield

I wish all CC best of luck this weekend and hope they all bring home W's!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on November 19, 2009, 09:26:19 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on November 18, 2009, 10:03:03 AM
Ok I thought about this and to be fair to Pat and the website, I think we will do a shorten version of our Pick ems. Pat is right, there is no reason someone can't do both. We will start out with 6 games and for those of you who are up to the challenge, you can do the website's as well. If you were sitting on the sidelines during the season and did not jump in for our CC picks, please feel free to join us this time. All picks must be submitted in a timely fashion. Here is week #1 Good Luck.

Wahington & Jefferson @ Mount Union
Albright @ Alfred
Susquehanna ( Will be in the CC next season) @ Delaware Valley
North Carolina Wesleyan @ Wesley
JOHNS HOPKINS @ Hampden Sydney
Cal Lutheran @ Linfield ( little left coast flavor for 69 mule)

Picks

Mt. Union
Alfred
Del Val
Wesley
Hampden Syd
Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 20, 2009, 12:34:45 PM
Mates,

Here we go;  Mt Union,  Delval,Albright, Wesley, Hopkins, Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 20, 2009, 01:11:24 PM
Picks:
Mt. Union
Albright
Del Val
Wesley
Hampden-Sydney
Cal Lutheran

Sorry Jays, if you had beat Ursinus you would have had my vote. I do hope you come out with a victory for the CCC.  I am going with an upset by Cal Lutheran based on their performance against common opponent Pacific Lutheran. CLU gave up 7 and Linfield gave up 44.  Also for sentimental reasons.  Back in 2002 (?) I read in the LA Times that Cal Lutheran was playing my old alma mater, the Mules.  So I went to the game and reconnected with the Mules.  Have been listening to their games on Saturdays ever since.  The heavily favored Mules got whupped that day but it was fun anyway.  This is probably way more that you all wanted to know but what the heck!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 20, 2009, 03:34:31 PM
i think its great 69Mule hearing some stories from the past, maybe we should post some other stories from a long time ago, i think it would be some interesting reading...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on November 20, 2009, 10:56:58 PM
If I can jump in, here are my picks.
Mt. Union
Albright
Del Valley
Wesley
Hampden Sydney
Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 21, 2009, 12:13:39 AM
 I love hearing about anyone's experience on or off the field, please keep sharing!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSCTiger74 on November 21, 2009, 09:12:17 PM
Congratulations to the Blue Jays on an excellent win (damn it  :)). Maybe we'll get you next time. Best of luck next week at Thomas More.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 22, 2009, 10:06:29 AM
Sounds like a match up of two teams that run the ball and pride themselves on stopping the run this weekend in. Kentucky.  Anyone in here headed to the game?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 22, 2009, 10:39:58 AM
To the Bluejays,

Congratulations to a fine coach aand a fine team.The CC is well represented in this year's tourney.
A strong Kase  can be made, with an outstanding defense, that  Thomas More will need more than a prayer
 if they want to stop the Jays. Nice, poised qb, nice receivers, make the Jays ready to fly on too the next round, one game at a time.Crowley crows, and properly so.Nice work, boys. GOOD DEFENSE AND SUPERIOR POUNDING PREVAILS.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSC85 on November 22, 2009, 11:37:00 AM
Congratulations to Johns Hopkins on a well played game yesterday.  Good luck next week and the rest of the tournament.  I want to compliment all the players for playing hard and with good sportsmanship.  The Blue Jays earned the win.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 22, 2009, 12:56:02 PM
Thomas More (no St) has the #2 ranked rush defense in the country.. Sounds like it will be a battle of wills on Saturday and not the case where prayers will be needed. It will take 2-3 series to get used to the speed on both sides of the ball that TMC has.  Been the case all 11 games.. After that, a battle of wills..as I don't see either getting away from their gameplan.  Playoff team Mount St Joe came into their game with TMC averaging nearly 200 per game on the ground and ended up with .3 yards a carry. 

JHU and TMC will have to throw efficiently while staying after the run game to win this one. 

Is anyone making the trip?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 23, 2009, 09:48:24 AM
Congratulations to the Blue Jays of Johns Hopkins for pulling off the upset on Saturday. Below are the results of our week one playoff pickems:

CCFan27                  6-0
Old Ends                  6-0
Muledaddy               6-0
GoHop                      5-1
CoachChris               5-1
CBE                           5-1
BTexpress                 5-1
Reservedseat            4-2
Greekgeek                 4-2
Reddevil4life               4-2
69mule                       4-2
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 23, 2009, 03:34:54 PM
Just curious if anyone had thoughts on the All-CC team. I was particularly impressed that a few under classmen made first team defense. 2 sophomores and a freshman. That in my mind is a pretty impressive accomplishment. It would be hard to argue against any of the skill positions on Offense, although I was extremely impressed with John Harrison's numbers from F&M at QB. Mitchell absolutely is deserving for how good he has been for his entire career at Dickinson.   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 23, 2009, 04:51:50 PM
CCFan, I agree, with most all conference teams be it College or even High School the upper classmen tend to get the nod. The CC has been fortunate to have a nice crop of QB's over the last four or five years and there have been many deserving choices. If you play offense, it is pretty easy to judge one's season just by looking at the stats for the skill positions. However, if you play defense, a player's stats don't tell the whole story. For example, the best Defensive Backs might not get the most interceptions or tackles because teams tend to shy away from those players with their offensive game plans. If you are a linebacker on a bad team, you might have more tackles stastically than a linebacker on a good team who has help. So for two Sophomores and a Freshman to make all CC is a great accomplishment.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 24, 2009, 09:09:09 AM
Ok, here are week #2 of the playoffs pickems:


Montclair State @ Mount Union
Albright @ Delaware Valley
Mississippi College @ Wesley
JOHNS HOPKINS @ Thomas More
Coe @ St Thomas
Mary Hardin Baylor @ Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 24, 2009, 10:14:55 AM
My Week 2 playoff picks

Mount Union beats Montclair State
Delaware Valley beats Albright
Wesley beats Mississippi College
Thomas More beats JHU
St Thomas beats Coe
Mary Hardin Baylor beats Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 24, 2009, 02:12:46 PM
Mount Union beats Montclair State
Del Val beats Albright
Wesley beats Mississippi
Hopkins beats Thomas More (making the trip to see this one)
Coe beats St. Thomas
Linfield beats MHB
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 24, 2009, 02:56:29 PM
I am truly hoping that Hopkins can win this weekend (even though I didn't pick them). Does anybody know if a CC team has ever made it through the second round? It would be a great breakthrough if JHU were able to get into the third round and it would certainly earn our conference some more respect. Good Luck this weekend to Hopkins. Keep making the CC proud!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 24, 2009, 02:59:56 PM
Quote from: GoHop on November 24, 2009, 02:12:46 PM
Mount Union beats Montclair State
Del Val beats Albright
Wesley beats Mississippi
Hopkins beats Thomas More (making the trip to see this one)
Coe beats St. Thomas
Linfield beats MHB


Should be a great game, goHop.  TMC has an impressive tailgate and most don't leave the tailgating to watch the game, as it sits up on a hill overlooking the field.  You can get a tailgate spot when you enter the campus.  They go for $10.. or you can pay the $7 to go sit in the stands. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 24, 2009, 03:58:25 PM


Hmmmm...muledaddy and pat coleman are tied for 9th in the big dance (pickem tournament).I must rest before making my CC picks. Perhaps a little turkey will give me the strength...Happy Thanksgiving to all.





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Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on November 24, 2009, 04:15:59 PM
Go Hopkins! Do the CC Proud like you did last week!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 24, 2009, 04:52:33 PM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on November 24, 2009, 02:59:56 PM
Quote from: GoHop on November 24, 2009, 02:12:46 PM
Mount Union beats Montclair State
Del Val beats Albright
Wesley beats Mississippi
Hopkins beats Thomas More (making the trip to see this one)
Coe beats St. Thomas
Linfield beats MHB


Should be a great game, goHop.  TMC has an impressive tailgate and most don't leave the tailgating to watch the game, as it sits up on a hill overlooking the field.  You can get a tailgate spot when you enter the campus.  They go for $10.. or you can pay the $7 to go sit in the stands. 


Thanks for the information SaintsFan. Looking forward to an exciting game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 24, 2009, 05:10:23 PM
Quote from: GoHop on November 24, 2009, 04:52:33 PM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on November 24, 2009, 02:59:56 PM
Quote from: GoHop on November 24, 2009, 02:12:46 PM
Mount Union beats Montclair State
Del Val beats Albright
Wesley beats Mississippi
Hopkins beats Thomas More (making the trip to see this one)
Coe beats St. Thomas
Linfield beats MHB


Should be a great game, goHop.  TMC has an impressive tailgate and most don't leave the tailgating to watch the game, as it sits up on a hill overlooking the field.  You can get a tailgate spot when you enter the campus.  They go for $10.. or you can pay the $7 to go sit in the stands. 


Thanks for the information SaintsFan. Looking forward to an exciting game.


No problem.  another FYI that I forgot about.... TMC charges $5 for parking (not in the tailgate area) and $10 for Tailgate spots.  So if you go into the stadium you'll pay $12. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 25, 2009, 07:20:05 AM
Mount Union
Del Val
Mississippi
Thomas Moore
St. Thomas
Mary Hardin Baylor
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 25, 2009, 09:36:16 AM
My picks for this weekend:

Mt Union( No one is stopping them in this round)
Delaware Valley ( It is tough to beat the same team twice in a season, but I think DVC is better)
Wesley ( Game will be close, Mississippi is a good team)
Thomas More ( hope I am wrong, but it is a long trip for the Jays and it is tough to win two games in a row on the road in the playoffs)
Coe( After last week's big win against St John's, Coe continues their winning ways)
MHB( got the coin  out on on this game, going with the upset)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 25, 2009, 07:34:43 PM
This week's guesses:

Mount Union
Delaware Valley
Wesley
Thomas More
St Thomas
Mary Hardin Baylor
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 25, 2009, 08:47:02 PM
picks

Mt Union
Delaware Valley
Wesley
Johns Hopkins
St Thomas
Linfield

Have a good Holiday all
Enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 26, 2009, 06:07:44 PM


picks

Linfield, MHB,Thomas Moore, Delval, Wesley, Mt Union
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on November 26, 2009, 11:08:31 PM
  Picks

Mt. Union
Albright
Wesley
Thomas Moore
Coe
MHB
To anyone going to the game have a safe trip, hope it goes your way. It would be great for Hopkins to get this one

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on November 26, 2009, 11:27:04 PM
Mt Union
Del Val
Wesley
Thomas More
St Thomas
MHB
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 27, 2009, 09:34:31 AM
Quote from: muledaddy on November 26, 2009, 06:07:44 PM


picks

Linfield, MHB,Thomas Moore, Delval, Wesley, Mt Union
MULEDADDY
You didn't pick a winner for the Coe/St Thomas game AND Linfield plays MHB. Please adjust your picks for these two games. 69Mule and Reddevil4life, don't forget your picks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 27, 2009, 10:12:45 AM
http://www.d3football.com/audio.php
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 27, 2009, 11:02:18 AM
I hope all my CC brethren had a fine Thanksgiving with great food and no family feuds.

Jays, you did us proud with your great convincing victory last week.  You won me over so you get my pick this week.

My picks:
Mt. Union
Del Val
Wesley
Hopkins
St. Thomas
Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on November 28, 2009, 02:54:19 PM
Heck of a ballgame!!  Congrats Jays!!  Enjoy the flight home!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on November 28, 2009, 02:55:58 PM
hats off to the jays on not giving up and winning the game.  good luck against the wolverines next week.  very impressive outing for the CC champs.

great effort by tmu to fight back after being down 18 pts in the first half.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 28, 2009, 03:27:32 PM
Great job Blue Jays!  Going to need to bring their "A" game on defense and put up some points to pull the shocker in Dover next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSCTiger74 on November 28, 2009, 07:16:29 PM
Congratulations to all the Hopkins players and fans for another great win today. Now I don't feel quite so bad about last week's result. Keep up the good work next week in Dover.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: lizalan07 on November 29, 2009, 09:45:37 AM
I guess, now the announcers will have to stop referring to Tyler Porco as "the running quarterback." Congrats on the great game, to both squads.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 29, 2009, 12:40:54 PM
Congrats to Johns Hopkins for making it to the Region Finals.  Just stopping in to get the info on the Blue Jays.  I have read that they play a pretty good defense, holding hampden-Sydney to only 7 would suggest that.  What do they have on offense?  Heard they also have pretty good size.  Any info would be appreciated so I know what to look for this Saturday.  I also expect that there should be a good number of Jays fans at the game this Saturday, does Johns Hopkins fan base travel well?  Enjoy the week, Region Finals is a nice step for the CC.  I am sure that you would like to get some revenge for the conference being sent out by Wesley the last 2 years.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 29, 2009, 12:54:33 PM
Quote from: lizalan07 on November 29, 2009, 09:45:37 AM
I guess, now the announcers will have to stop referring to Tyler Porco as "the running quarterback." Congrats on the great game, to both squads.

He is the running QB --- as we were told by some of the folks at Johns Hopkins.  The threat of run from that formation made it a great play call and helped Johns Hopkins jump out to a lead, which turned out to be too much for Thomas More to overcome.


wesleydad,

i was on the call yesterday in Crestview Hills... here are my impressions of Johns Hopkins

*Very well coached... and the team has poise when momentum went to Thomas More.  They responded everytime TMC scored in the 2nd half.  
*Very physical team and have a big running back who is nimble also --- he was very tough to bring down yesterday.  
*offensively they run a few different formations, have the wildcat installed for Tyler Porco --did try one pass out of yesterday, which caught the Saints off guard and went for a 63 yard TD to open the scoring yesterday.
*Very good tackling team
*The one weaker spot that I saw was their QB, who at times was off target (3 int's) and inaccurate on about 6 more that his receivers went to catch.  Has WR's who can make plays on the ball.
*Not intimidated as a team or a staff --- these guys are playing like they have nothing to lose.  Went with a deep corner route on a 4th and 4 late in the 3rd quarter to set up Andrew Case's 1 yard TD run.  

I was more than impressed with JHU yesterday.  I just finished an interview with Pat Coleman for this week's ATN Podcast (will be on the daily dose tomorrow) and talked about what I saw from Hopkins yesterday.  

Congrats are in order... everytime TMC scored late in the 3rd or 4th quarter, JHU answered.  They have a very good team and its fans should be proud of what they have accomplished this post season.  It was hard for me to watch the FG go through the uprights yesterday after time had expired (I played QB for TMC in the 90s), but Thomas More was outplayed yesterday and Johns Hopkins will represent the Centennial well this week in Delaware, IMO.  

Good luck this week and a special thanks to Hopkins SID Ernie Larossa for his help during the broadcast yesterday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on November 30, 2009, 11:46:24 AM
Another Big win for the Jays on Saturday!!! Hopkins is helping put the CC in the national spot light.

Our results from last weekends pickems. Ends you are making the rest of us look bad. ( Ha Ha)

Old Ends             5-1
69 Mule               5-1
Go Hop                4-2
CCfan 27             3-3
Reserved Seat     3-3
Coach Chris         3-3
CBE                      3-3
Greek Geek          2-4
Bt express            2-4
Muledaddy            1-3**
Redevil4life           0-0**


Overall

Old Ends                 11-1
CCfan27                  9-3
Go Hop                    9-3
69 Mule                    9-3
Coach Chris             8-4
CBE                          8-4
BTexpress                7-5
Reserved Seat         7-5
Muledaddy               7-3**
Greekgeek               6-6
Reddevil4life             4-2**
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on November 30, 2009, 04:25:39 PM
Congratulations to the Blue Jays. I listened to this entire game live and it had to have been one of the best games in college football history.  While this will be a tall task on Saturday @ Wesley, Nothing is impossible.  Go Jays.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 01, 2009, 08:12:52 AM
We are now down to the Final Eight teams. Here are this week's pickems:

Albright @ Mount Union
Johns Hopkins @ Wesley
Wittenberg @ Wisconsin-Whitewater
St Thomas @ Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on December 01, 2009, 08:53:58 AM
Quote from: Bulldog10 on November 30, 2009, 04:25:39 PM
Congratulations to the Blue Jays. I listened to this entire game live and it had to have been one of the best games in college football history.  While this will be a tall task on Saturday @ Wesley, Nothing is impossible.  Go Jays.

Pat Coleman and I were talking about Heartstoppers and Hailmarys:  The 100 Greatest College Football Finishes before the game..  This game would belong in there.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on December 01, 2009, 10:17:49 AM
My picks for the week

Mount Union beats Albright (Great Run by Albright, it will stop here)

Wesley beats Hopkins (Not sure Hopkins can squeak another one out, but I will be rooting for them)

Wis-Whitewater beats Wittenberg

Linfield beats St. Thomas (??? I know nothing about this game)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on December 01, 2009, 11:22:28 AM
Mount Union
Johns Hopkins
Wisconsin-Whitewater
Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 01, 2009, 11:41:02 AM
Here our my picks:


MOUNT UNION over Albright ( a victory for the Lions would be keeping the game within 4 touchtowns)
WESLEY over Hopkins ( I would be thrilled if this pick is wrong)
WISCONSIN WHITEWATER over Wittenberg ( There is Mt Union and Whitewater and then the rest of D 3)
LINFIELD over St Thomas ( Going with history, don't know much about St Thomas)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on December 01, 2009, 03:24:07 PM
Mount Union
WI-WW
Wesley
Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gordonmann on December 01, 2009, 04:55:58 PM
Here's a question.  Will anyone who isn't affiliated with Albright, JHU, St. Thomas or Wittenberg pick at least one of them to win?  I wouldn't.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on December 01, 2009, 06:18:37 PM
just like in horse racing, you can't always just pick the favorite. if everyone picked only favorites then there is no point in doing the rest of the pick-um's
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSCTiger74 on December 01, 2009, 07:58:01 PM
Quote from: gordonmann on December 01, 2009, 04:55:58 PM
Here's a question.  Will anyone who isn't affiliated with Albright, JHU, St. Thomas or Wittenberg pick at least one of them to win?  I wouldn't.

Jeremybozz picked St. Thomas on the ODAC pick-em board. No explanation why; maybe he just had a premonition.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on December 01, 2009, 09:50:02 PM
Quote from: HSCTiger74 on December 01, 2009, 07:58:01 PM
Quote from: gordonmann on December 01, 2009, 04:55:58 PM
Here's a question.  Will anyone who isn't affiliated with Albright, JHU, St. Thomas or Wittenberg pick at least one of them to win?  I wouldn't.

Jeremybozz picked St. Thomas on the ODAC pick-em board. No explanation why; maybe he just had a premonition.

Of all those games, St. Thomas at least has the best chance at an upset. Still not a great chance, mind you, but if I were to go with an underdog, that's the horse I'd hitch my cart to.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on December 02, 2009, 07:32:39 AM
Mount Union ( DUH )
Wesley ( J H you had a nice run )
Wisconsin-Whitewater ( there just waiting for Mt Union )
St. Thomas ( upset-Christmas comes a little early )
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 02, 2009, 09:39:30 AM
Quote from: gordonmann on December 01, 2009, 04:55:58 PM
Here's a question.  Will anyone who isn't affiliated with Albright, JHU, St. Thomas or Wittenberg pick at least one of them to win?  I wouldn't.
I won't pick against any of those four top seeds left. The sad reality is that those programs are light years ahead of most D 3 football programs. If you look any any other D 3 sport, you can turn your program around and have a chance at a National Title with the addition of a few Super Star athletes, not in football. It takes years of recruiting, good coaching, upgrading facilites, favorable administrations etc to get football programs to that level on a consistant basis. Just look at Division IA, why are the same twenty schools always in the hunt with the BCS? Look no further than Notre Dame and their expectations. I compare ND's problems to most D 3 schools. It is very hard for the average D 3 football coach to recruit the players needed to compete on a national level with the restrictions placed on them by the administrators.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: coachchris on December 02, 2009, 12:29:16 PM
Mt Union
Wesley
Wisconsin Whitewater
Linfield

My pick ums
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 02, 2009, 01:46:41 PM


Mt Union, Johns Hopkins, Whitewater, Linfield


NOTE: Temporary insanity resulted in my picking half the games and both sides of one game last week. I was finishing up Thanksgiving dinner and packing for my annual steelhead trout fishing trip (from Thanksgiving  night til the following Tuesday, on the salmon River in upstate NY) when I remembered that I had not picked and.....end of story...let's see Hopkins make us all believe in Santa just a little bit longer.......Happy Holidays to all
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on December 02, 2009, 04:52:15 PM
Not much chance to move up in the standings.
Picks(guesses)

Mt Union
Wesley
Wisconsin Whitewater
Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 02, 2009, 07:49:18 PM
Picks

Mt Union
Wesley
Wisconsin-Whitewater
Linfield

It is not a question of  having a pickum and picking the favorites. I just did not have to flip a coin that much this week.
One always hopes the underdog wins. It is the players, coaches, parents and fans who get to say " great year we made it to the playoff's". Not all of the people get to say that.

That is why the pickums are fun. It is our chance to also claim victory, without the bumps and injuries.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on December 02, 2009, 10:23:28 PM
Have to go with the home teams:
Mt Union
Wesley
UWW
Linfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gordonmann on December 03, 2009, 11:36:57 PM
For those who are interested, D3football star Keith McMillan and I will be broadcasting this Saturday's game between Hopkins and Wesley...

Johns Hopkins
vs.
Wesley

Click here (http://www.d3football.com/audio.php) for the link to the broadcast.  Stop by the press box and say hello.  I'm the one who doesn't look like this.

(https://www.d3boards.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.d3football.com%2Fimages%2Fmugs%2Fkeithsig.jpg&hash=4723f520e3208fc4db827e2ac84707068df74580)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on December 04, 2009, 08:38:22 AM
Quote from: gordonmann on December 03, 2009, 11:36:57 PM
For those who are interested, D3football star Keith McMillan and I will be broadcasting this Saturday's game between Hopkins and Wesley...

Johns Hopkins
vs.
Wesley

Click here (http://www.d3football.com/audio.php) for the link to the broadcast.  Stop by the press box and say hello.  I'm the one who doesn't look like this.

(https://www.d3boards.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.d3football.com%2Fimages%2Fmugs%2Fkeithsig.jpg&hash=4723f520e3208fc4db827e2ac84707068df74580)

wow --- they are bringin in the heavy hitters for the South Finals!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: @d3jason on December 04, 2009, 09:48:49 AM
Keith's wife gets to enjoy the tax free shopping. that's why she lets him come ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on December 04, 2009, 10:07:57 AM
Players to watch in the Hopkins vs. Wesley Matchup?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D O.C. on December 04, 2009, 11:11:02 AM
Stress free and safe travel to all. No injuries!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on December 04, 2009, 12:01:02 PM
Quote from: gordonmann on December 03, 2009, 11:36:57 PM
For those who are interested, D3football star Keith McMillan and I will be broadcasting this Saturday's game between Hopkins and Wesley...

Johns Hopkins
vs.
Wesley

Click here (http://www.d3football.com/audio.php) for the link to the broadcast.  Stop by the press box and say hello.  I'm the one who doesn't look like this.

(https://www.d3boards.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.d3football.com%2Fimages%2Fmugs%2Fkeithsig.jpg&hash=4723f520e3208fc4db827e2ac84707068df74580)

Keith & Gordanmann, stop by the Hopkins tailgate, good food and drink available beginning at 10 a.m., rain/snow or shine
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bleedpurple on December 04, 2009, 11:52:57 PM
BP QUARTERFINAL ANALYSIS AND PROJECTIONS POSTED:

http://uwwfootball.blogspot.com
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on December 05, 2009, 03:08:04 PM
A tip of the hat to Hopkins and a heck of a season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on December 05, 2009, 04:26:58 PM
Congrads to Johns Hopkins for a great season!  You played really tough today, and should be proud of your performance! 

-Ski
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D O.C. on December 06, 2009, 01:37:32 AM
Good job Johns Hopkins.

Put that in your memory bank.

That's how it's done.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on December 06, 2009, 08:29:02 AM
Nice job to the Blue Jays and thier fans.  Great showing in the crap weather.  It is a shame because neither team got to show what they can do.  I was impressed by the play of the D line, they controlled wesley's offense most of the game.  I am not sure why the coaches chose to fake the punt at that point in the game when neither team looked like they were going to mount much of a drive in the weather, field position battle was going back and forth.  I also dont know what wesley was doing on the first punt, couldnt tell if it was a fake or not, but the player got hit in the chest with the ball before he even reacted.  Good luck next season and if you guys tailgate that well on the road in that weather, then I will have to add Hopkins to my list of visits for next season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on December 07, 2009, 09:54:47 AM
I had a feeling the Wesley/JHU game would be closer than most were thinking.. I just didn't think JHU would get shut out.  Great season for the Blue Jays.  Nice run in the playoffs.  You'll always have the memory of beating TMC in Kentucky (unfortunately  >:( )
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 07, 2009, 10:45:47 AM
Results from the weekend's pickems. Before the playoffs started we had discusions on whether the CC was being overlooked on the National scale. My opinion was that if the conference had a team that could win two rounds of the playoffs that would be quite an accomplishment. Congratulations to Johns Hopkins, they not only advanced to the final eight, but put up a pretty good fight against Wesley and I truly believe opened some eyes around the country. Do you think it ever gets old for Mount Union going out and just crushing decent teams every year?  

Old Ends       4-0
CCFan 27      4-0
BTExpress     4-0
69 Mule         4-0
Coachchris    4-0
Reservedseat 4-0
CBE               4-0
Go Hop          3-1
Muledaddy     3-1
Greekgeek     3-1


Overall

Old Ends          15-1
CCfan27           13-3
69 mule            13-3
Coach Chris      12-4
CBE                   12-4
Go Hop              12-4
BTexpress          11-5
Reserved Seat    11-5
Muledaddy          10-4**
Greekgeek          9-7
Reddevil4life        4-2**
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSCTiger74 on December 07, 2009, 01:23:38 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 07, 2009, 10:45:47 AM
Before the playoffs started we had discusions on whether the CC was being overlooked on the National scale. My opinion was that if the conference had a team that could win two rounds of the playoffs that would be quite an accomplishment. Congratulations to Johns Hopkins, they not only advanced to the final eight, but put up a pretty good fight against Wesley and I truly believe opened some eyes around the country. Do you think it ever gets old for Mount Union going out and just crushing decent teams every year? 

Based on what I read over on the OAC board, I would have to say no. As a matter of fact, their fans seem to get concerned if they don't put up at least a perfectly executed monkeystomp in every game. A pretty common post after beating Albright 55-3 was that Mt. Union needs to play better against Wesley or Whitewater if they expect to win.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 07, 2009, 02:24:41 PM
Quote from: HSCTiger74 on December 07, 2009, 01:23:38 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 07, 2009, 10:45:47 AM
Before the playoffs started we had discusions on whether the CC was being overlooked on the National scale. My opinion was that if the conference had a team that could win two rounds of the playoffs that would be quite an accomplishment. Congratulations to Johns Hopkins, they not only advanced to the final eight, but put up a pretty good fight against Wesley and I truly believe opened some eyes around the country. Do you think it ever gets old for Mount Union going out and just crushing decent teams every year? 

Based on what I read over on the OAC board, I would have to say no. As a matter of fact, their fans seem to get concerned if they don't put up at least a perfectly executed monkeystomp in every game. A pretty common post after beating Albright 55-3 was that Mt. Union needs to play better against Wesley or Whitewater if they expect to win.
Tiger, I believe you are right. For 99% of the teams just making the NCAA playoffs every few years is quite a thrill. I know Mt Union gets great surport from their fans and town, but I can't see how slaughtering your opponent on a weekly basis can be fun. As a matter of fact, it seems like they turn it up a notch when the playoffs begin. It just goes to show you that MUC and a handfull of other programs are way ahead of most D3 programs. I remember when they lost assistant coach Don Montomery to Emery & Henry, everyone thought he would be able to wave his Raider magic and transform E & H into a MUC clone. Although he has improved the program at E & H, it's not even on par with HSC at this point. It just doesn't make the D3 football playoffs much fun to watch anymore. I guess there is always a thrill to see if they lose. But the last time I checked Mt Union has lost only FOUR games since 2000.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on December 07, 2009, 06:07:32 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 07, 2009, 02:24:41 PM
Quote from: HSCTiger74 on December 07, 2009, 01:23:38 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 07, 2009, 10:45:47 AM
Before the playoffs started we had discusions on whether the CC was being overlooked on the National scale. My opinion was that if the conference had a team that could win two rounds of the playoffs that would be quite an accomplishment. Congratulations to Johns Hopkins, they not only advanced to the final eight, but put up a pretty good fight against Wesley and I truly believe opened some eyes around the country. Do you think it ever gets old for Mount Union going out and just crushing decent teams every year? 

Based on what I read over on the OAC board, I would have to say no. As a matter of fact, their fans seem to get concerned if they don't put up at least a perfectly executed monkeystomp in every game. A pretty common post after beating Albright 55-3 was that Mt. Union needs to play better against Wesley or Whitewater if they expect to win.
Tiger, I believe you are right. For 99% of the teams just making the NCAA playoffs every few years is quite a thrill. I know Mt Union gets great surport from their fans and town, but I can't see how slaughtering your opponent on a weekly basis can be fun. As a matter of fact, it seems like they turn it up a notch when the playoffs begin. It just goes to show you that MUC and a handfull of other programs are way ahead of most D3 programs. I remember when they lost assistant coach Don Montomery to Emery & Henry, everyone thought he would be able to wave his Raider magic and transform E & H into a MUC clone. Although he has improved the program at E & H, it's not even on par with HSC at this point. It just doesn't make the D3 football playoffs much fun to watch anymore. I guess there is always a thrill to see if they lose. But the last time I checked Mt Union has lost only FOUR games since 2000.

It makes you wish that there was a divisional system like that of the British Football clubs.  If you are the top two teams at the end of the season, you move up to the next division.  If you are the bottom two, you are delagated to the next lower division.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 08, 2009, 01:32:57 PM
Well we are down to the final four in our pickems contest. All the teams still standing are undefeated. Can Linfield and Wesley pull off the upsets?:

Wesley ( 13-0) @ Mount Union ( 13-0)
Linfield (12-0) @ Wisconsin-Whitewater ( 13-0)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 08, 2009, 03:17:55 PM
Picks

Mt Union
Linfield( upset time)

Linfield is due and I really think this is the game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on December 08, 2009, 07:33:57 PM
Mount Union
Wisconsin-Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 08, 2009, 08:23:49 PM


  Linfield, Mt Union, (it will be a nice change of pace)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on December 08, 2009, 08:35:56 PM
I think it'll be all purple.....again.

Mt Union
UWW
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on December 09, 2009, 07:29:17 AM
Mt. Union
UWW
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on December 09, 2009, 09:15:21 AM
Mount Union
Wis-Whitewater

Unfortunately that's just how it seems to go these days.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 09, 2009, 09:26:11 AM
Agree, as much as I would like to see the underdogs win, I just don't see it this year. Going with Mount Union and UWW as my picks. Very interested to see if Wesley can keep it close.( No other team has so far this year) Although both teams have earned it, it makes it almost impossible for the underdogs to have to travel on the road every year in the Semi Finals. Distinct advantage for Mt Union and UWW.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on December 09, 2009, 11:50:45 AM
My picks,

Mount Union
Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on December 09, 2009, 12:40:44 PM
I would like nothing more than to see a final of Linfield vs Wesley.   Linfield may even have a chance.  However, thay don't get my pick.

Mt.  Union
WI-WW

Kudos to the Hopkins defense on holding Wesley to 12 points!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 09, 2009, 07:53:53 PM

To Johns Hopkins,

Congratulations on an unprecedented showing for the CC in the playoffs.Who knows, a better bounce

or two on a nasty rainy day and you were in the final four. Your coaching, team play,and toough defense

were admirable. Holding Wesley to 12 points on a rainy/sleet filled afternoon "down in the ditch" was

no small accomplishment. Kase, Tomlin, Lachman , and the entire team will not be forgotten by this Mule.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 09, 2009, 08:00:14 PM
Three senior players from the conference will be playing in the D-III Senior Classic.

Matt Flynn--Gettysburg
Ian Mitchell-Dickinson

will play for the North Squad

George Eager--F&M

will play for tthe South Squad

See the rest here: http://www.d3football.com/dailydose/2009/12/05/d-iii-senior-classic/ (http://www.d3football.com/dailydose/2009/12/05/d-iii-senior-classic/)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on December 09, 2009, 08:05:31 PM
Quote from: old ends on December 09, 2009, 08:00:14 PM
Three senior players from the conference played Saturday will be playing in the D-III Senior Classic.

Reccomend a small change to your post, old ends :)

Eager really did well out of the gate, though as I tried to watch lots of other players, I didn't see if he kept up that level of play the whole game. Players were getting rotated in and out a lot to make sure everyone saw time on the field.

Mitchell played pretty hard-nosed, and even came back to the game after being helped off the field with an injury.

I'll confess that I didn't keep great tabs on how well Flynn played. :(
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 09, 2009, 08:08:53 PM
I do not know it anyone posted this before but 56 football players made academic honor roll from the Conference.

A big congrats to them for both hitting the books and opponents.

See the list here
http://www.centennial.org/AHR/fall_09.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/AHR/fall_09.pdf)

ALso Jake Floyd named 1st team All Academic
http://muhlenberg.edu/sports/fall09/1124.html (http://muhlenberg.edu/sports/fall09/1124.html)

Suprised the Muhlenberg bloggers did not see that one.

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 09, 2009, 08:10:54 PM
Thanks for the correction. AT my age future tense is better then past
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 14, 2009, 11:00:49 AM
Well we are now down to the final week of the season. For the 5th year in a row we have an all purple final with Mount Union vs Whitewater. Oh well some things never change, maybe next season.

Standings for the pickems:

CBE                    2-0
Greekgeek         2-0
CCfan27            2-0
BTexpress          2-0
Reserved Seat    2-0
Go Hop                2-0
69 Mule               2-0
Old Ends              1-1
Muledaddy           1-1
Coachchris            0-0**
Reddevil4life         0-0**

Overall

Old Ends                16-2
69 mule                  15-3
CCfan27                  15-3
CBE                         14-4
Go Hop                    14-4
Btexpress                13-5
Reserved seat          13-5
CoachChris               12-4**
Muledaddy                11-5**
Greekgeek                11-7
Reddevil4life              4-2**


Pick for this week    Mt Union vs Wisconsin-Whitwater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on December 14, 2009, 05:46:01 PM
Please vote for John Troxell for the Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year: http://www.coachoftheyear.com/ (http://www.coachoftheyear.com/). 

Besides national exposure for one of the nation's best conference's, a win for Troxell would be a victory for Lauren's First and Goal Foundation - http://www.laurensfirstandgoal.org/ (http://www.laurensfirstandgoal.org/) - both in the fiscal sense and in exposure for the cause. Trox is on the foundation's board, and many of the Centennial's coaches volunteer for the foundation's camps.

Please vote once a day between Tuesday, December 15th and Tuesday, December 29th!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on December 14, 2009, 07:52:31 PM
Quote from: pizzashop on December 14, 2009, 05:46:01 PM
Trox is on the foundation's board, and many of the Centennial's coaches volunteer for the foundation's camps.

If anyone ever wants to send story ideas my way, this is exactly the kind of thing I'm looking for. I would have loved to have heard about this before now. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on December 14, 2009, 10:18:34 PM
I thought you were on our blast list :-[

You are now.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on December 14, 2009, 10:32:43 PM
Thank you, sir. :)

I'll put it in the pipeline for '10.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on December 15, 2009, 08:21:55 AM
I really like what i read about Coach Troxell, A fine Outstanding human being and i hope he wins coach of the year, he's done a fine job and F & M. but what really puts the icing on the cake for me anyway he was an assistant coach at Muhlenberg for 3 years.
Good Luck Coach
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on December 15, 2009, 10:09:34 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 14, 2009, 11:00:49 AM
Well we are now down to the final week of the season. For the 5th year in a row we have an all purple final with Mount Union vs Whitewater. Oh well some things never change, maybe next season.

Standings for the pickems:

CBE                    2-0
Greekgeek         2-0
CCfan27            2-0
BTexpress          2-0
Reserved Seat    2-0
Go Hop                2-0
69 Mule               2-0
Old Ends              1-1
Muledaddy           1-1
Coachchris            0-0**
Reddevil4life         0-0**

Overall

Old Ends                16-2
69 mule                  15-3
CCfan27                  15-3
CBE                         14-4
Go Hop                    14-4
Btexpress                13-5
Reserved seat          13-5
CoachChris               12-4**
Muledaddy                11-5**
Greekgeek                11-7
Reddevil4life              4-2**


Pick for this week    Mt Union vs Wisconsin-Whitwater

My pick for this week:
Wisconsin-Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 15, 2009, 01:23:55 PM
Maybe wishful thinking on my part, but I am picking WHITEWATER to win on Saturday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 15, 2009, 07:48:11 PM
Pick for Sat

Wisc- WW

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on December 16, 2009, 07:16:24 AM
Mt Union
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on December 16, 2009, 02:53:00 PM
My pick for the Championship

Mount Union

I am sick of these 2 teams. Bump them up to Division II. It would really make the playoffs interesting if they were not involved. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 16, 2009, 03:21:01 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on December 16, 2009, 02:53:00 PM
My pick for the Championship

Mount Union

I am sick of these 2 teams. Bump them up to Division II. It would really make the playoffs interesting if they were not involved. 
Agreed, it would probably make for an exciting championship if there were 2 first time teams playing. I will still watch the game on TV and alot of D3 fans will as well. Half will watch only to see if Mt Union can be bumped off again by Whitewater like a few years ago.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on December 16, 2009, 03:24:46 PM
Pick:  Mt. Union

Yeah, its the same old same old.  You can't bump the schools up to DII without giving scolarships which is not on the agenda I suppose.  The questions is: "how do these two teams get the players they do without giving them scholarships or have they found a loophole that no one else has found?"
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on December 16, 2009, 03:34:33 PM
One little thing is they both get home games every year
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 16, 2009, 03:39:31 PM
 Here are my thoughts on the subject.I could be wrong, but I don't think both Ohio and Wisconsin have many D2 schools which seem to drain the talent pool in states like Pennsylvania (where most CC schools are located for an example). The Wisconsin schools are State schools which helps attracting kids if finances are a consideration.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on December 16, 2009, 04:00:33 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 16, 2009, 03:39:31 PM
Here are my thoughts on the subject.I could be wrong, but I don't think both Ohio and Wisconsin have many D2 schools which seem to drain the talent pool in states like Pennsylvania (where most CC schools are located for an example). The Wisconsin schools are State schools which helps attracting kids if finances are a consideration.

I agree with your thoughts, it seems as though Ohio has a lot of Division 1 teams (i.e. Ohio, Ohio State, Miami Ohio, Akron, Cincinnatti, etc.). So for the most part the elite players go to Division 1 programs and then many players who would probably be at a higher level than Divison III (i.e. Division 1 FCS, Division II) in other states end up at Mount Union in Ohio. I think that Mount Union could certainly compete on the Division II level. I think they would likely be near the top of the PSAC year in and year out with the talent level that they have.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on December 16, 2009, 04:55:15 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on December 16, 2009, 04:00:33 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 16, 2009, 03:39:31 PM
Here are my thoughts on the subject.I could be wrong, but I don't think both Ohio and Wisconsin have many D2 schools which seem to drain the talent pool in states like Pennsylvania (where most CC schools are located for an example). The Wisconsin schools are State schools which helps attracting kids if finances are a consideration.

I agree with your thoughts, it seems as though Ohio has a lot of Division 1 teams (i.e. Ohio, Ohio State, Miami Ohio, Akron, Cincinnatti, etc.). So for the most part the elite players go to Division 1 programs and then many players who would probably be at a higher level than Divison III (i.e. Division 1 FCS, Division II) in other states end up at Mount Union in Ohio. I think that Mount Union could certainly compete on the Division II level. I think they would likely be near the top of the PSAC year in and year out with the talent level that they have.


INCORRECT.  In Ohio there are almost 40 colleges that play football.  Ohio's 18 D3 teams make it a very competitive state for recruiting.  Then you add in fringe teams like Thomas More just south of Cincy, who gets alot of the quality Cincy guys.  Adrian on the border of Mich/Ohio hits Northwest Ohio and members of the PAC compete for players from Northeast Ohio because of their proximity to Ohio. 

The bottom line is ... Mount Union has had sustained success because of Larry Kehres.  The fundamentals he teaches and the coaching the players receive is 2nd to none. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 16, 2009, 05:03:36 PM
Quote from: Andy Feltersnatch on December 16, 2009, 04:55:15 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on December 16, 2009, 04:00:33 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 16, 2009, 03:39:31 PM
Here are my thoughts on the subject.I could be wrong, but I don't think both Ohio and Wisconsin have many D2 schools which seem to drain the talent pool in states like Pennsylvania (where most CC schools are located for an example). The Wisconsin schools are State schools which helps attracting kids if finances are a consideration.

I agree with your thoughts, it seems as though Ohio has a lot of Division 1 teams (i.e. Ohio, Ohio State, Miami Ohio, Akron, Cincinnatti, etc.). So for the most part the elite players go to Division 1 programs and then many players who would probably be at a higher level than Divison III (i.e. Division 1 FCS, Division II) in other states end up at Mount Union in Ohio. I think that Mount Union could certainly compete on the Division II level. I think they would likely be near the top of the PSAC year in and year out with the talent level that they have.


INCORRECT.  In Ohio there are almost 40 colleges that play football.  Ohio's 18 D3 teams make it a very competitive state for recruiting.  Then you add in fringe teams like Thomas More just south of Cincy, who gets alot of the quality Cincy guys.  Adrian on the border of Mich/Ohio hits Northwest Ohio and members of the PAC compete for players from Northeast Ohio because of their proximity to Ohio. 

The bottom line is ... Mount Union has had sustained success because of Larry Kehres.  The fundamentals he teaches and the coaching the players receive is 2nd to none. 
But there are only 4 or 5 D2 schools in Ohio. I don't disagree that Coach Kehres has built a monster through hard work but there are well over 20 D3 schools just in the Eastern part of Pa plus (14) D2 PSAC schools throughout the state competing for players.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: PA_wesleyfan on December 16, 2009, 05:23:08 PM
BT

You can add Temple to that list as well as Villanova, Lehigh and a few other DIAA to those schools because kids and the NJAC schools as well. I know Temple has recruited using the line we are DI and you can play here !! But I have contented all along that Wisconsin schools are more comparable to Pa's DII. I think Mt Union gets the best of the best because of reputation. Just as I believe that Wesley has now taken a bite into the NJAC southern NJ area. Wesley also recruits well in Del and Chester countys on Pa
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on December 16, 2009, 10:51:07 PM
I'm going with Whitewater.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on December 17, 2009, 02:13:44 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 16, 2009, 05:03:36 PM
But there are only 4 or 5 D2 schools in Ohio. I don't disagree that Coach Kehres has built a monster through hard work but there are well over 20 D3 schools just in the Eastern part of Pa plus (14) D2 PSAC schools throughout the state competing for players.

I believe if Mount Union were in Pennsylvania they would still do just fine, thanks.

Allegheny put together a nice run in the early '90s in PA when they had good coaching. Mount Union just has hung onto its coach.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 17, 2009, 09:28:35 AM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on December 17, 2009, 02:13:44 AM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 16, 2009, 05:03:36 PM
But there are only 4 or 5 D2 schools in Ohio. I don't disagree that Coach Kehres has built a monster through hard work but there are well over 20 D3 schools just in the Eastern part of Pa plus (14) D2 PSAC schools throughout the state competing for players.

I believe if Mount Union were in Pennsylvania they would still do just fine, thanks.

Allegheny put together a nice run in the early '90s in PA when they had good coaching. Mount Union just has hung onto its coach.
AGREED
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on December 17, 2009, 11:46:32 AM
It has to be more than good coaching. Mount Union has to attract better athletes than the other Division III institutions. No doubt Kehres is a fantastic coach, but you don't win the way they have with schemes and motivation. They have the most talented team in Division III year in and year out and that comes from the athletes that choose to go to their school. Who can blame a kid who may struggle to make an impact on a lower division 1 team that decides to go win 3 or 4 national championships as a star at Mount Union. I certainly can't blame these kids. The statement that this is all coaching in my opinion doesn't really hold too much water in the argument. Sure, kids may want to play for Kehres because he can get them National Championships but it's more than schemes and motivation.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on December 17, 2009, 11:57:07 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on December 17, 2009, 11:46:32 AM
It has to be more than good coaching. Mount Union has to attract better athletes than the other Division III institutions. No doubt Kehres is a fantastic coach, but you don't win the way they have with schemes and motivation. They have the most talented team in Division III year in and year out and that comes from the athletes that choose to go to their school. Who can blame a kid who may struggle to make an impact on a lower division 1 team that decides to go win 3 or 4 national championships as a star at Mount Union. I certainly can't blame these kids. The statement that this is all coaching in my opinion doesn't really hold too much water in the argument. Sure, kids may want to play for Kehres because he can get them National Championships but it's more than schemes and motivation.

They really don't... not EVERY year... Like this year for instance.  Wesley was MORE talented.  And MUC lost their QB, top RB (two weeks prior) and had their all conference DE get suspended.  The difference is Larry Kehres.  GREAT coaching... not good coaching.  Its great.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 17, 2009, 01:20:37 PM
But when you bring in 100 recruits a year and have almost 200 athletes in preseason camp and have a full 10 game JV schedule and have players waiting until their Junior year to play, and have a favorable admissions department....................WELL you are not comparing APPLES TO APPLES with the average D3 football program who might have 80 players on a roster and maybe plays a 3 game JV schedule.etc. If you want to call that great coaching??? That being said, I would bet that is the magic process used by the top TEN D3 football programs in the country. In Division I almost all the schools play by the same set of rules i.e. number of scholarships, like,kind facilites,set limit on full time coaches, etc. In D3 the schools commitments to their football programs are all over the map. That is why you have seen the same few schools advance in the playoffs the last few years. It also reaffirms what a great season a team like Johns Hopkins had this past season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on December 17, 2009, 01:35:23 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 17, 2009, 01:20:37 PM
But when you bring in 100 recruits a year and have almost 200 athletes in preseason camp and have a full 10 game JV schedule and have players waiting until their Junior year to play, and have a favorable admissions department....................WELL you are not comparing APPLES TO APPLES with the average D3 football program who might have 80 players on a roster and maybe plays a 3 game JV schedule.etc. If you want to call that great coaching??? That being said, I would bet that is the magic process used by the top TEN D3 football programs in the country. In Division I almost all the schools play by the same set of rules i.e. number of scholarships, like,kind facilites,set limit on full time coaches, etc. In D3 the schools commitments to their football programs are all over the map. That is why you have seen the same few schools advance in the playoffs the last few years. It also reaffirms what a great season a team like Johns Hopkins had this past season.

The OAC is a top academic conference.  There's no favorable admissions department.  Seriously.  Just say "agree to disagree"... thats insulting to that conference and school.  I'm not even a fan of the school, but I know some people up there.  The coaches weren't allowed to even leave their campus for recruiting until a couple years ago.  

I've been to Mount Union a few times and their facility is no different than anywhere else.  Its older actually... its the oldest stadium in Ohio.  

Look I'm a fan of TMC (and an alum)... I had the same questions about MUC a few years back.   Its easy to fall into assumptions about admissions, scholarships etc.  Most schools in the area have JV schedule -- I know TMC does.  

I would guarantee you that JHU gives more academic scholarship money than Mount Union does.  But thats for academics.  The plain fact is, that when Larry Kehres retires --- their run will end.  

Its very hard to grasp what I'm saying... but if you do some research on MUC on this website and their own website, I think you'll see what I'm talking about.   Here's one little anecdote from this past weekend... I had a buddy travel up to MUC for the game... and he remarked to me that such and such (a HS teammate of his and a real pee-on) was All American at MUC... that my friends is coaching.  My buddy said he was terrible player in HS... and couldn't believe he was an All American.

Good luck and happy searching.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 17, 2009, 02:02:15 PM
I didn't say MUC is letting dummies into the school. But I can guarantee, even if a coach in the CC wanted to bring in 100 recruits a year, there is NO WAY the Admissions Directors in the CC would let them.Plus even with academic $$$ the average cost to attend a CC school is alot higher than an MUC, any Wisconsin school, Wesley etc. You think I am directing all this toward MUC and I am not. If you look at ANY of the top Ten D3 football programs, they are using the MUC model with their football programs ( 100 recruits, 200 players in preseason camp, full JV schedules, etc) Schools like St Johns, Washington & Jefferson, Wesley are all doing the same thing. Even schools closer to the CC conference, like Albright, Delaware Valley and Lycoming  are starting to do the same. The bottom line is if you are a good High School football player who wants to play for a National Championship you will have MUC at the top of your list. Just like if you are a great women's soccer player you consider North Carolina, a women's basketball player you consider U Conn, a women's volleyball player, Penn State. Those programs have built powerhouses in their respective sports just like coach Kehres has in D3 football!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on December 17, 2009, 03:08:36 PM
I have a question...anyone answer if you can. What percentage of the people that start preseason camp at these schools that bring in upwards of 100 freshmen in finish college on the team at that school. This is an honest question because I have seen even at a smaller school, I started with around 45 or 50 people in my recruiting class and we finished with 18 seniors in the end. People decided to stop playing for various reasons either they knew they weren't good enough to play, couldn't keep the grades and left school, needed to get a job to pay for school, transferred to play elsewhere, etc. I wonder if this is the case at the elite schools such as MUC or UWW or do many of these kids hang on for 4 years. After all they probably get to play in 9 or 10 games a year since MUC beats most of their opponents by 30. Any input would be appreciated. I am done with hating on MUC and Whitewater they have done what they are asked to do in order to get to the National Championship and are not breaking any rules in the process.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 17, 2009, 03:34:40 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on December 17, 2009, 03:08:36 PM
I have a question...anyone answer if you can. What percentage of the people that start preseason camp at these schools that bring in upwards of 100 freshmen in finish college on the team at that school. This is an honest question because I have seen even at a smaller school, I started with around 45 or 50 people in my recruiting class and we finished with 18 seniors in the end. People decided to stop playing for various reasons either they knew they weren't good enough to play, couldn't keep the grades and left school, needed to get a job to pay for school, transferred to play elsewhere, etc. I wonder if this is the case at the elite schools such as MUC or UWW or do many of these kids hang on for 4 years. After all they probably get to play in 9 or 10 games a year since MUC beats most of their opponents by 30. Any input would be appreciated. I am done with hating on MUC and Whitewater they have done what they are asked to do in order to get to the National Championship and are not breaking any rules in the process.
CC  I have asked that same question a few times on this board as well. Do the kids stay at the same school but just as students?( if so the colleges have found a great source of income and a way to increase the male student population) do they transfer to another school to try and play football? or do they transfer to a less expensive state school/community college to save $$. The only point of reference I have is when my son was being recruited by Washington & Jefferson, they gave us a football yearbook which had the Seniors pictures on the back and I counted 13 Seniors for that upcoming season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on December 17, 2009, 04:28:07 PM
BT,

I was at my school for all 4 years of college. You see about every scenario that you listed in your reply. Some stay if they enjoy the school enough, some leave because of money, some leave because of football, some fail out of school. I would say of the 45 or so people that I came into preseason camp with my freshman year, that I graduated with about 8-10 of the ones that quit football and 17 of our 18 seniors on the football team were there as freshmen(one transferred in).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HScoach on December 17, 2009, 05:24:07 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on December 17, 2009, 11:46:32 AM
It has to be more than good coaching. Mount Union has to attract better athletes than the other Division III institutions. No doubt Kehres is a fantastic coach, but you don't win the way they have with schemes and motivation. They have the most talented team in Division III year in and year out and that comes from the athletes that choose to go to their school. Who can blame a kid who may struggle to make an impact on a lower division 1 team that decides to go win 3 or 4 national championships as a star at Mount Union. I certainly can't blame these kids. The statement that this is all coaching in my opinion doesn't really hold too much water in the argument. Sure, kids may want to play for Kehres because he can get them National Championships but it's more than schemes and motivation.

Umm, you're wrong.  It's nothing more than Larry Kehres.   And when he retires, the kingdom will come crashing down.

I wish they could simply get by with simply having bigger, faster, stronger, better players than the rest of D3 but that isn't the case.  Each of the WIAC teams Mount has faced (LaCrosse in the 1990's and UWW now) were bigger and faster than Mount.  Same with Rowan.  Shoot, even Ohio Northern in thier own conference had better talent in the late 90/early 00's than Mount did but never beat them. 

At this point, the best recruiter for Kehres is all of his ex-players spread around the country that are high school coaches.  He's turned out some very successful HS coaches that feed the program with kids.  There are also tons of kids that come to Mount to play even though they weren't actively recruited just to be a part of the program. 

I personally know of one local kid that went to Mount as a QB simply because his goal was to be a high school coach and there isn't a better guy to play for and learn under than LK.  He never cracked the travel roster and never stepped on the varsity field in his 4 years but he enjoyed every minute of his time at MUC and he learned a ton from LK and now has the benefit of having Mount on his resume and LK as a reference.  That carries a TON of weight in Ohio high school coaching circles.   

Mount wins so consistently because they have great depth constantly competing for playing time led by a great coach that is very satisfied with staying at his alma mater instead of chasing the big $.  Kehres has had multiple D1 offers and he's politely said no thanks everytime.  His teams are very well prepared and rarely beat themselves.

Allegheny in the early 1990's was an absolute beast until O'Keefe quit.  He's now a very successful O-coordinator at Iowa, but 'Gheny has turned into crap since he left.  If he would have stayed we could be talking about Allegheny as the King of D3 instead of Mount.  And once LK leaves Alliance, Mout will return to being the average program that they were before he took over in 1986.

Mount has been hearing the catcalls and theories about why they have all these shady advantages over the rest of D3, but it's really as simple as Larry Kehres.  When the MUC reign started in 1993, Mount was the David playing Goliath Rowan in the Stagg.  Mount was a little private college in a small Ohio town with 1,500 students playing big, bad Rowan with all the D1 transfers, big student body and low tuition.  Kind of funny how 15 years later it's Mount that is the Goliath, but the town and tuition hasn't gotten anymore advantageous.  Alliance is still a crappy blue collar town in northeast Ohio and Mount is still expensive.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HScoach on December 17, 2009, 05:26:13 PM
And on the subject of recruiting, here's the list of colleges playing football in Ohio.  There is a ton of competition for HS talent here. 

DI-FBS
1.  Ohio State University
2.  Akron
3.  Bowling Green
4.  Kent State
5.  Miami
6.  Ohio U.
7.  Toledo
8.  Cincinnatti

DI-FCS
9.  Dayton
10.  Youngstown State

DII
11.  Ashland
12.  Findlay
13.  Tiffin
14.  Central State U.
15.  Lake Erie College


DIII
16.  Baldwin Wallace
17.  Bluffton
18.  Capital
19.  Case Westeren
20.  Defiance
21.  Dennison
22.  Heidelberg
23.  Hiram
24.  John Carroll
25.  Kenyon
26.  Marietta
27.  Mt. St. Joseph
28.  Mount Union
29.  Muskingham
30.  Oberlin
31.  Ohio Northern
32.  Ohio Wesleyan
33.  Otterbein
34.  Wilmington
35.  Wittenberg
36.  Wooster

NAIA
37.  Ohio Domincan
38.  Malone
39.  Walsh
40. Notre Dame College
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 18, 2009, 10:00:00 AM
Don't forget to get your picks in for the PICKEMS. We are still missing a few. I knew there has been alot of discussion about the Championship game on Saturday, but is still kind of neat to be able to turn on the televsion and see OUR D 3 athletes playing on National TV. I don't think I have missed watching the game since ESPN started showing it live. The best of luck to both teams. I will make this bold prediction, a team wearing PURPLE will win.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSCTiger74 on December 18, 2009, 01:32:12 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 17, 2009, 02:02:15 PM
I didn't say MUC is letting dummies into the school. But I can guarantee, even if a coach in the CC wanted to bring in 100 recruits a year, there is NO WAY the Admissions Directors in the CC would let them.

Just out of curiosity, why not? Unless there is some conference rule against it, if all of those recruits were academically qualified and could anticipate being admitted even if they weren't athletes then there seems to be no reason not to bring them in. An institutional decision to upgrade the football program shouldn't be viewed any differently than a decision to upgrade music or drama or premed, as long as the values of the school aren't being compromised. And the additional 40-60 annual tuition payments (especially at private schools) wouldn't be unwelcome either.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 18, 2009, 02:36:38 PM
Because for the most part, many of the CC schools can't find 100 recruits that would qualify for admissions and have parents willing to pay the tuition ( average $45,000 a year) even with financial aid. I don't have hard facts, but I would guess the average recruiting class for a CC school is between 30 to 40 recruits in most years. Rosters are usually between 70 to 85 players. Many CC coaches are frustrated when several recruits are denied admission or wait listed each year. That being said, I am sure EVERY D3 coach in America has that same problem. I agree, in these tough ecomonic times it would make sense for these colleges to use football as bait to help increase the male student population and help with the bottom line. Again,D3 schools are all over the map on how thay view football and athletics in general as far as their commitment both financially and how they support the programs. Look at both Northeastern and Hofstra who both recently dropped long time football programs, yet Old Dominion and Georgia State are willing to commit $$$ Millions to start 1AA programs up. I don't know what the right answer is??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 18, 2009, 05:16:31 PM


    Raiders over Warhawks
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on December 19, 2009, 02:55:54 PM
Mount Union
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 21, 2009, 10:43:10 AM
As the snow is sitting on the ground, our D3 season is officially over. Congratulations to OLD ENDS( the innovator of our CC Pickems) for winning the playoff title. Below are our official standings for our playoff picks. Thank you for participating. Wishing everyone a safe enjoyable holiday!! Before you know it the 2010 season will be here.

Old Ends                  17-2
69 Mule                    15-4
CCFan 27                  15-4
CBE                           15-4
Go Hop                      15-4
BTexpress                  14-5
Reserved Seat            13-6
Coachchris                  12-4**
Muledaddy                  11-6**
Greekgeek                  11-8
Reddevil4life                4-2**


Now I am going to close out the season with some comments that may sound like sour grapes. As I watched the championship game on Saturday with my son. I was kind of rooting for Whitewater to take down the Giant Mount Union just for something different. My son asked me why? He said UWW is D3 in name only, that they really are different from most other D3 programs and should really be playing in D2. After the game, I did some research and have to agree. They are a public school with an enrollment of 10700. The yearly tuition with room and board for in state students is $11,882 and they play in a renovated stadium that seats 13,000. I would say that compares to almost all the NCAA schools playing D2 football, including the schools in the Pa playing in the PSAC conference. Whitewater doesn't smell, taste or feel like other D3 schools including all the CC schools, Hampden-Sydney, Randolph Macon, Albright, Lycoming,Wittenberg, Wabash, Mary Hardin Baylor, Linfield, etc and even MOUNT UNION.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on December 21, 2009, 03:48:12 PM
However, a full 25% of Division III schools are state schools, so they are very much part of the norm.

This isn't high school, where schools are classified by their enrollment.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on December 22, 2009, 07:47:07 AM
Thanks so much B T for doing the pickems this year, even if i did come in last, but it was fun. So Merry Christmas to all and have a very Safe and Happy New Year to all that played.
Love your comments B T, dosen't sound like sour grapes to me, facts are facts.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 02 Warhawk on December 22, 2009, 12:25:07 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on December 21, 2009, 03:48:12 PM
However, a full 25% of Division III schools are state schools, so they are very much part of the norm.

This isn't high school, where schools are classified by their enrollment.

exactly Pat.....Whitewater had this stadium and that enrollment for YEARS and YEARs now..but yet they were a .500 team only 7-8 years ago, yet no one was complaining then.

Whitewater...like all colleges...recruit their players BEFORE they enroll into the university. So the enrollment has nothing to do with it's success, and everything to do with the coach staff and their recruiting.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 22, 2009, 01:46:45 PM
Quote from: 02 Warhawk on December 22, 2009, 12:25:07 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on December 21, 2009, 03:48:12 PM
However, a full 25% of Division III schools are state schools, so they are very much part of the norm.

This isn't high school, where schools are classified by their enrollment.

exactly Pat.....Whitewater had this stadium and that enrollment for YEARS and YEARs now..but yet they were a .500 team only 7-8 years ago, yet no one was complaining then.

Whitewater...like all colleges...recruit their players BEFORE they enroll into the university. So the enrollment has nothing to do with it's success, and everything to do with the coach staff and their recruiting.
Will never change your mind. But we are not talking APPLES to APPLES. Big difference recruiting kids, especially in this economy when you compare schools costing $50,000 a year and ones under $12,000 a year. 13,000 seat stadiums vs 2500 seat stadiums. Easier to get D1 transfers coming back to their home state schools ( ie Rowan a few years ago) because of the costs, than most other D3 schools. I know it is what is it is, no use getting into a pi***** contest. But I have seen many D3 colleges in person over the years and 90% don't look like the WIAC and NJAC schools. They look like D2 schools to me. Just watching the championship game I realize UWW and MU are clearly heads and shoulders above the rest of D3 and the scores through the playoffs bare that out. But I guess there is always hope for the other 236 teams in D3, it is why they play the game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on December 22, 2009, 02:03:48 PM
The good news is that classification in college is not based on looks, it's based on what the school chooses to do and which set of rules it chooses to follow. Judging based on looks makes it sound like you want D-III to be a country club.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on December 22, 2009, 02:44:37 PM
I think that the high prestige colleges may have an advantage in other sports, though.

It looks to me that there are plenty of very smart athletes, especially women, who are selecting a prestigous D-III, and the financial package that their grades can get, over the low D-1 or D-II experience.

We may not see that in football, but I believe that that can be seen in other sports such as NESCAC, UAA and NEWMAC hoops, in NESCAC and UAA baseball, Liberty League, E8 and Centennial football. (JHU had a very good run this year).

I am not sure about soccer or volleyball or lacrosse.  Tennis has power teams from prestigous conferences.

Golf is "too warm weather" to determine if there are power schools, altho' the PGA approved program at Methodist may be a good case.

UT-Tyler is a real challenge for us in the ASC.  Tuition is $155/hour;  $3021 for an 15-hour semester.  There are nice apartments in a safe neighborhood across the street from the school for $299/month.  That is less than $15,000 total cost for a year of school at UT-Tyler.

UTDallas is a different story.  I consider UTD on an academic par with Trinity TX.  Guaranteed tuition for UTD is $4925 for a full semester load (15-22 hours).

Neither plays football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on December 22, 2009, 03:04:14 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on December 22, 2009, 02:03:48 PM
The good news is that classification in college is not based on looks, it's based on what the school chooses to do and which set of rules it chooses to follow. Judging based on looks makes it sound like you want D-III to be a country club.
Pat, does Catholic look more like Whitewater or Mount Union? No where am I accusing the UWW's or Rowan's of the world of not playing by the rules set forth by the NCAA for D3 schools. But they have a distinct advantage when it comes to attracting the kind of caliber athlete it takes to reach the top of the mountain in D3 football. But let's say, you are a potential recruit. Would you like to play in a  first class ,sold out stadium in front of 13,000 fans or have your parents pay FOUR times the tuition and play in front of a couple hundred. In 1a for example, it the same decision that say a kid looking to play at Temple vs Penn State would face. But like I said above, there is still hope for the other D3 teams. Look at what Rutgers has done over the past few seasons with the right coach and right surport from the Administration. UWW and MU can't stay on top forever or......................maybe they can? It takes nothing away from the thousands of kids playing D3 football  for the enjoyment during the season,it's just during playoff time you realize there are the few HAVES and almost everyone else is a HALF NOT. Happy holidays to all!!!!PS Ralph couldn't agree more with your post.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on December 22, 2009, 03:09:36 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 22, 2009, 03:04:14 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on December 22, 2009, 02:03:48 PM
The good news is that classification in college is not based on looks, it's based on what the school chooses to do and which set of rules it chooses to follow. Judging based on looks makes it sound like you want D-III to be a country club.
Pat, does Catholic look more like Whitewater or Mount Union?

Who cares what they look like? No 238 institutions (425 if you count non-football schools) can fit into your stereotypical mold.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on December 22, 2009, 03:26:29 PM
Well you continue to cite Rowan as an example.  They weren't even included in the postseason in 2009.  Football is truly cyclical and when Larry Kehres leaves Mount Union, they will come back to the rest of D3.  Whitewater is on quite a run... but they too will revert back eventually. 

Meanwhile, the its on the rest of D3 to catch up with them.


Each had a scare in the Seminfinals this year --- and Witt could have came close if they hadn't lost their QB in the 2nd half.  Climbing the mountain is possible.  BUT --- I liked the football I saw on TV during the Stagg Bowl.   They are two legitimate dynasties as Pat's crew has said.  Emphasis on legitimate.... what they are doing can be done anywhere, given the right people in charge.

Just my .02
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 02 Warhawk on December 22, 2009, 03:27:46 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on December 22, 2009, 03:04:14 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on December 22, 2009, 02:03:48 PM
The good news is that classification in college is not based on looks, it's based on what the school chooses to do and which set of rules it chooses to follow. Judging based on looks makes it sound like you want D-III to be a country club.
Pat, does Catholic look more like Whitewater or Mount Union? No where am I accusing the UWW's or Rowan's of the world of not playing by the rules set forth by the NCAA for D3 schools. But they have a distinct advantage when it comes to attracting the kind of caliber athlete it takes to reach the top of the mountain in D3 football. But let's say, you are a potential recruit. Would you like to play in a  first class ,sold out stadium in front of 13,000 fans or have your parents pay FOUR times the tuition and play in front of a couple hundred. In 1a for example, it the same decision that say a kid looking to play at Temple vs Penn State would face. But like I said above, there is still hope for the other D3 teams. Look at what Rutgers has done over the past few seasons with the right coach and right surport from the Administration. UWW and MU can't stay on top forever or......................maybe they can? It takes nothing away from the thousands of kids playing D3 football  for the enjoyment during the season,it's just during playoff time you realize there are the few HAVES and almost everyone else is a HALF NOT. Happy holidays to all!!!!PS Ralph couldn't agree more with your post.

Don't assume just b/c Whitewater has a larger stadium that they sell it out every game. Infact I don't think Whitewater has EVER filled up Perkins Stadium. They probably only (on average) fill up 40-50% of it during the regular season. then even less than that during the playoffs when students aren't around for the holidays....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on December 22, 2009, 03:31:20 PM
Thanks for the nod about the other sports mentioned in the post, but Pat is right.

We all come to the table as D-III's.  In most ways, D-III is the most egalitarian collegiate athletic experience that we have.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 24, 2009, 07:51:11 PM
Best of the holidays to all. Be careful and enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on December 25, 2009, 03:13:23 PM
Best wishes to all my CC friends for a healthy and happy 2010.  Way to go Blue Jays, you done us all proud!

Thanks for all the fun.  See you next year.

69mule
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: lizalan07 on December 26, 2009, 03:37:20 PM
Good article in today's Baltimore Sun paper about the new head football coach at Stevenson University and his recruiting efforts. In the article he stays that because of lower tuition costs he feels that he may be able to get some of the student-athletes that would go to Hopkins or McDaniels. I really don't think that his efforts will take away from Hopkins, because they really don't have that many local players on their team. But, seeing as their location is fairly close to Carroll County, they may take a few recruits away from McDaniels. Being in the CC should keep McDaniel as the preferred choice over playing an independent schedule, but we'll see in time.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 26, 2009, 10:42:30 PM

Happy Holidays and Good Luck for a Wonderful New Year to all my D3 mates, especially the CC

regulars.Thanks to BT for the stat work, and congrats , the playoff pickem winner to the most deserving champion of them all, Old Ends, playoff pickum winner......Until next year, thanks to all once again for
a wonderful season. Good luck to Coach Mike D as he trudges the road too recruiting success...I hope....GO MULES
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on January 08, 2010, 10:35:47 AM
I'm not really sure if people check the boards over the winter months since this is my first year posting, but I am curious what people see as needs in recruiting for the various CC teams. What does Hopkins have at running back to replace Kase? Who will take over the offense for Dickinson now that Mitchell is gone? Does F&M have play makers to replace Eager? Will Muhlenberg or Moravian make it back toward the top half? Does Gettysburg have a replacement for Flynn? Will any of the other teams be in the running for the top spot? How will Susquehanna's addition play into the mix? Just thought these might be some things to keep the board going a little over these cold winter months if people do actually check these boards.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: lizalan07 on January 08, 2010, 11:12:44 AM
As far as Hopkins running game, who knows, maybe they'll be able to recruit a big 225 lb. freshmen to take the place of Kase, but unless they do, they will have to alter their running game. Rigaud has real good speed and can be gone if he gets around the outside corner. He will be a Sophmore and will probably be the main running attack. He only weighs in at 165 lb. Being young, he'll probably put on some weight, but hopefully not so much that it will affect his speed.  The other two reserve running backs are also light weights, O'Connor and Fazio, at 175 and 185 lb's respectively. They can  be effective between the tackles. Also look for more use of Porco, (the running QB).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 08, 2010, 11:53:52 AM
Dickinson doesn't lose alot in terms of sheer numbers but they do lose IMPACT players on both sides of the ball. On Offense they need to replace Mitchell & O'Connor( both future Dickinson Hall of Famers) and on Defense they lose their leader ( Maxwell). If they find a replacement at QB for Mitchell, they should be competative again in 2010.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on January 08, 2010, 02:36:58 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on January 08, 2010, 11:53:52 AM
If they find a replacement at QB for Mitchell, they should be competative again in 2010.

Easier said than done! Mitchell was the heart and soul of that offense his entire career

Unless Moravian has an extremely good recruiting class or there are some players that seriously improve in the off season it is hard to see them near the top next year. No proven QB, Rempe graduated. I believe they have a good amount of their defense back which was decent this year even though the numbers didn't look like it some games but the offense didn't give them much of a chance.

Muhlenberg looked like they may have found their QB toward the end of last year and had a strong year out of the freshman RB. I could see them being back in the mix.

If I had to choose a team right now to win the conference I think it would be between F&M and Hopkins and I'd give the slight edge to F&M because I think Harrison is the best QB in the conference hands down.

Who would you guys choose? Being as objective as possible! If that is even possible haha
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BobHP on January 08, 2010, 04:45:25 PM
New Poster here--great board, lot of good football talk, and no personal agendas--a pleasure to read.

Anyway, I saw several CC games last fall and my two bits would be (in no particular order):

1) Dickinson's Mitchell will be a HUGE hole to fill. Some good players still left (the FB is a horse, and they had some good DBs and LBs) but in that offense, the QB is everything. The coaching staff seems to inspire a lot of devotion in their players, which goes a long way.

2) Muhlenberg-- tough team, young last year, they bring a bit more feisty attitude than the other CC teams I saw which will serve them well, I think, as they try to prove that '09 was an aberration.

3) F & M -- for my money, they're the favorite. Finished strong in '09, excellent QB, the momentum is all in their favor in 2010.

4) Gettysburg -- a goodly number of players returning but Flynn is a major loss, no doubt. But biggest issue with Gettysburg is intangible stuff -- they had a lot of talent this year and got worse with each game, losing spirit and resiliency as the season progressed. It's two years in a row now that the Bullets have had the #1 offense in the CC and the #10 defense. Seems to me some changes are in order.

5) Hopkins -- AWESOME season in '09. Loved rooting for them. But I'm not sure it's a program that can sustain that high level two years running. We'll see.

6) Susquehanna -- pretty good program, from what I understand. Really nice stadium and field, if you haven't seen it. Should be an excellent addition to the CC.

Anyway, forgive any ignorance I've shown here. Just a fan really. Take care.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 08, 2010, 04:51:20 PM
Agree, on paper right now, without knowing what recruits are coming in, I'd say the DIPS will go into the 2010 season as the CC favorite.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BobHP on January 08, 2010, 05:03:27 PM
But I'd guess that very few incoming freshmen will make a difference. It's probably only half-a-dozen or so across the league that even get significant varsity playing time, much less make an impact. I know there are talented exceptions, but as a rule . . .
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on January 08, 2010, 05:09:32 PM
Quote from: BobHP on January 08, 2010, 05:03:27 PM
But I'd guess that very few incoming freshmen will make a difference. It's probably only half-a-dozen or so across the league that even get significant varsity playing time, much less make an impact. I know there are talented exceptions, but as a rule . . .
Yes, very few Freshman seem to play, BUT that is why F&M will have an advantage next year. Their QB has started since his Freshman year and they had an outstanding season in 2009 playing with a fairly young team. But in most cases very few Freshman have made an impact in this league over the past few years. There is a big difference at any level between an 18 year old playing against 21 or 22 year old young men. Most players need a year in the college system and a year or two in the weight room.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 09, 2010, 08:08:12 PM
Just a little print from Iowa on DIII recruiting
Click Here: http://gazetteonline.com/blogs/diamonds-and-ice/2010/02/01/no-signing-day-for-d-iii-football-programs?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:%20GazetteonlinecomDiamondsAndIce%20(GazetteOnline.com%20Diamonds%20and%20Ice) (http://gazetteonline.com/blogs/diamonds-and-ice/2010/02/01/no-signing-day-for-d-iii-football-programs?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:%20GazetteonlinecomDiamondsAndIce%20(GazetteOnline.com%20Diamonds%20and%20Ice))

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RedDevil4Life on February 12, 2010, 07:32:30 AM
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Carlisle Sentinel Story:

http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2010/02/10/news/local/doc4b72c7198e960585816937.txt

Vote for Rare Disease Champion:

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Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on February 17, 2010, 02:48:49 PM
I guess this qualifies as a hypothetical...but if you took the 10 teams from the Centennial and had them go head to head with the 10 teams in the NESCAC, what would be the result (top team plays the top team, 2nd place team plays 2nd place team, etc)?

I think level of football in Centennial is better...what say you?


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 17, 2010, 03:51:56 PM
I thought about your question long and hard and am not sure I can give you an exact answer. The biggest reason is the NESCAC teams don't play any other schools but themselves, so it is very hard to gage just how good they they really are. They do not participate in the NCAA playoffs and from what I understand, they don't even scrimmage a non NESCAC team. I would guess the perennial top teams like Williams and Trinity could compete with the top CC teams. I know when my son was being recruited we looked at an NESCAC school but felt the overall competition was better in the CC. I think from top to bottom, the CC is a better conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on February 17, 2010, 04:14:13 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on February 17, 2010, 03:51:56 PM
I thought about your question long and hard and am not sure I can give you an exact answer. The biggest reason is the NESCAC teams don't play any other schools but themselves, so it is very hard to gage just how good they they really are. They do not participate in the NCAA playoffs and from what I understand, they don't even scrimmage a non NESCAC team. I would guess the perennial top teams like Williams and Trinity could compete with the top CC teams. I know when my son was being recruited we looked at an NESCAC school but felt the overall competition was better in the CC. I think from top to bottom, the CC is a better conference.

I guess if someone was really bored they could break down the rosters of the starters and see how many of the kids were All State, All Conference, etc.  (5 points for First Team All State, 4 Points for 2nd Team All State, 3 Points for All Confernce, etc) That would give you some kind of quantitative starting point.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 17, 2010, 05:33:11 PM
I don't think All State is the right measuring stick. It's like comparing Apples to Oranges. A kid could play on a 4A school loaded with D1 kids and not even get a sniff at All State let alone all conference, yet another kid could play at a small school in a different state on a team that STINKS but because he is a big fish in a small pond that kid makes All State. My Daughter plays soccer at a D1 school. Last year at the start of the season there were players on her team who came in with all kinds of ALL STATE, ALL EVERYTHING labels and they did not see the light of day on the field. All State picks are purely subjective and in my experience watching High School teams, sometimes based purely on the size of the players and what level they are projected to play in college. Some of the most talented High School players that I have ever seen play over the years, were 5'7" 160lb linebackers if you get my drift.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on February 17, 2010, 07:42:32 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on February 17, 2010, 05:33:11 PM
I don't think All State is the right measuring stick. It's like comparing Apples to Oranges. A kid could play on a 4A school loaded with D1 kids and not even get a sniff at All State let alone all conference, yet another kid could play at a small school in a different state on a team that STINKS but because he is a big fish in a small pond that kid makes All State. My Daughter plays soccer at a D1 school. Last year at the start of the season there were players on her team who came in with all kinds of ALL STATE, ALL EVERYTHING labels and they did not see the light of day on the field. All State picks are purely subjective and in my experience watching High School teams, sometimes based purely on the size of the players and what level they are projected to play in college. Some of the most talented High School players that I have ever seen play over the years, were 5'7" 160lb linebackers if you get my drift.

I know what you are saying but, all things being equal, if 15 starters on one team from Centennial are All State and only 5 starters from a team from NESCAC are All State, I would say that this is a significant difference.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 18, 2010, 12:48:55 AM
Disagreed. Means nothing in college.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on February 18, 2010, 07:28:29 AM
Noted...however if you were to look at the rosters of Texas, USC and Florida, you'd see that the overwhelming number of starters were All State in high school.  If you were to look at the starting roster of the typical D3 school, you would only see a handful of All Staters.

There IS a correlation.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 18, 2010, 10:20:42 AM
D3 is NOT D1. As I stated above, it's all about SIZE and SPEED. We had a kid at my son's High School who was 6'6" and 290lbs, made all conference, all area and all state. Signed with a major D1 school. You know what? He was as soft as could be on the field and I wouldn't have picked him for THIRD team all conference let alone First team all state. But he had potential, he Red Shirted a year, spent a lot of time in the weight room, they reshaped his body and now is a starter his Junior year. I think you will fine even at THE D3 LEVEL, all the acolades in the world mean absolutely ZIP when the kids report to camp in August. The upper classman laugh when Freshman start talking about All Conference and All State, Pat is right. It means absolutely nothing when practice begins. I have seen many All State selections ride the pine in the CC over the years.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on February 18, 2010, 01:09:56 PM
I will have to agree with BT and Pat on the all-state debate. From my experience playing in Division 3 we had a lot of kids coming in from New Jersey saying they were all-county, all-state, won 4 state championships, etc. By the time we were seniors we put together a pretty good team (8-3) and of the players that started on both sides of the ball I would bet maybe 2 or 3 were even all conference in high school. A lot of the players from my area in high school turned into All centennial team players and were not even honorable mention all conference or all area in high school. The reality is many people don't develop fully until they hit college and particularly in Division 3 you will find a lot of the kids who only started for maybe a year in high school because they were behind some talented players but didn't draw enough attention from the higher levels or quite a few 5'8 180 lb running backs or small linebackers who a higher level didn't want to take a chance on. These types of players can turn into All-conference even All-Region performers when they get to Division 3. Just my opinion on the All-state debate, I don't really have any insight into the NESCAC conversation because I have never seen a team from there play and honestly didn't even know they existed til about a year ago when I started following D3football.com
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on February 18, 2010, 02:56:12 PM
CC Excellent post, that has been my experience as well, watching the CC teams play over the past few years. I would bet even Mount Union and Wisconsin Whitewater do not have rosters full of All State kids as well. It is amazing watching the development of skinny 18 year old kids who turn themselves into all CC type of players after a few years in college.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on February 18, 2010, 06:57:05 PM
When an athlete is in high school they do not just concentrate on one sport, in most cases. Therefore when they get to the college level there are only a few that play two sports. Being able to limit themselves to just one sport helps them develope the skills needed to play. The major part is the mental toughness. The winning mind set or just being on the team.

I have seen All-State players fall away at college and those who just went out for something to do and they become All Americans.

The factors that go into a winning programs comes from all levels at home and at school. We, in fact, are products of our own enviroment.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on February 24, 2010, 05:21:38 PM
I my opinion th CC would dominate the NESCAC. My son was being recruited by Middlebury so we went to a couple of games. Although there are certainly some talented players on each NESCAC team, I think from top to bottom a CC team generally has more talent than a NESCAC team. Fortunately my son went to Hopkins, started as a freshman and had a great career. Although Middlebury is a great school I don't think my son would have enjoyed the football there as much.

Regarding "All State" in high school, it means nothing.
Title: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on February 25, 2010, 01:27:30 PM
Any potential Aztec Bowl players in the Centennial this upcoming season?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on March 22, 2010, 12:35:46 PM
Spring practice starts today for alot of the CC schools.!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Buck Lateral on April 27, 2010, 11:11:21 PM
I'm interested in hearing what kind of recruiting year CC schools are having. I heard that Ursinus got stud RB/SS Bryan Ellis from the McDonogh School in MD. The kid is an absolute beast and will be an impact player as a freshman. They also got Neill Kennedy, a DB/WR also from McDonogh. Very smart kid with great football instincts who will develop into a nice asset. Susquehanna is bringing Alex Terpening, brother of DE Trevor. He'll probably be moved to WR. Any others?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on July 09, 2010, 01:05:43 PM
With Susquehanna now in the mix the 2010 schedule is on the link below.
http://www.centennial.org/schedules.html (http://www.centennial.org/schedules.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: kate on July 10, 2010, 11:01:46 AM
So good to see you back posting, old ends - the season's getting ever closer.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: glorydays on July 14, 2010, 10:09:19 AM
Does anyone have any predictions for a first team all-conference this year? Both POTY's are gone with Kase and Wixted. Does anyone know much of what Dickinson will be like this year? I know they lost a bunch of seniors. Does anyone know who has graduated/who will replace them? Let's get this forum rolling into August!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on July 14, 2010, 02:48:47 PM
Quote from: Buck Lateral on April 27, 2010, 11:11:21 PM
I'm interested in hearing what kind of recruiting year CC schools are having. I heard that Ursinus got stud RB/SS Bryan Ellis from the McDonogh School in MD. The kid is an absolute beast and will be an impact player as a freshman. They also got Neill Kennedy, a DB/WR also from McDonogh. Very smart kid with great football instincts who will develop into a nice asset. Susquehanna is bringing Alex Terpening, brother of DE Trevor. He'll probably be moved to WR. Any others?

Muhlenberg got a solid LB in Kory Critchon from Los Angeles' Chaminade Prep. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on July 14, 2010, 04:22:22 PM
Susquehanna is a very good team.  I think they will definitely be able to compete for the CC title.  I have a horse in this race this year (not with Susquehanna)...can't wait.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on July 18, 2010, 08:47:51 PM
Looks like some of the teams are posting the 2010 rosters..

F & M :http://godiplomats.prestosports.com/sports/m-footbl/2010-11/roster (http://godiplomats.prestosports.com/sports/m-footbl/2010-11/roster)
Gettysburg: http://www.gettysburgsports.com/roster.aspx?path=football& (http://www.gettysburgsports.com/roster.aspx?path=football&)
Juniata: http://www.juniata.edu/athletics/roster_manager/main_roster.html?id=1 (http://www.juniata.edu/athletics/roster_manager/main_roster.html?id=1)

That is all for now

enjoy


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on July 23, 2010, 12:31:55 PM
I have been watching video on this kid Kory Critchon from Chaminade Prep., he's the real deal, but then again Muhlenberg has always had a great defense.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on July 27, 2010, 07:34:10 PM
  Good evening gentlemen,

I trust that all have had a  pleasant off-season and come back with a renewed sense of enthusiasm that only the coming of CC football can produce.

I am a year older, perhaps a little wiser, and have had the benefit of some new hardware installed.Perhaps
the blood to my  brain will circulate better, or at least I will be able to better tolerate the excitement of the season.

I will start my research, pray to the oracles, and prepare for the challenge.God Bless Old Ends!!

May we all find this to be the best of all years.....considering the Greek and I are 2 years removed from active playing sons.....the experience of a lifetime
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on July 28, 2010, 07:35:04 PM
Is it appropriate to pick these games when you have a kid who plays for a CC team?
Title: Centennial Football Coaches Chat
Post by: commish on July 29, 2010, 09:48:00 AM
The 2010 football season officially kicks off on Thursday, August 5, with the annual Coaches' Interactive Chat. It is your opportunity to ask questions of the Centennial's 10 head football coaches as they get ready for the new season. Join us at 2 p.m. EDT on Thursday -- http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2010/07/football-coaches-chat.html

We'll also unveil the 2010 preseason poll of coaches and sports information directors, along with the online information guide for the new season.  Hope you can join us!
Title: Re: Centennial Football Coaches Chat
Post by: iamhuge on July 30, 2010, 02:48:49 PM
Quote from: commish on July 29, 2010, 09:48:00 AM
The 2010 football season officially kicks off on Thursday, August 5, with the annual Coaches' Interactive Chat. It is your opportunity to ask questions of the Centennial's 10 head football coaches as they get ready for the new season. Join us at 2 p.m. EDT on Thursday -- http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2010/07/football-coaches-chat.html

We'll also unveil the 2010 preseason poll of coaches and sports information directors, along with the online information guide for the new season.  Hope you can join us!

Will the transcript / audio be available at a later date and time?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on July 30, 2010, 03:56:22 PM
Quote from: old ends on July 18, 2010, 08:47:51 PM
Looks like some of the teams are posting the 2010 rosters..

F & M :http://godiplomats.prestosports.com/sports/m-footbl/2010-11/roster (http://godiplomats.prestosports.com/sports/m-footbl/2010-11/roster)
Gettysburg: http://www.gettysburgsports.com/roster.aspx?path=football& (http://www.gettysburgsports.com/roster.aspx?path=football&)
Juniata: http://www.juniata.edu/athletics/roster_manager/main_roster.html?id=1 (http://www.juniata.edu/athletics/roster_manager/main_roster.html?id=1)

That is all for now

enjoy





Thanks...if you look at F&M's 2009 roster and compare it to their 2010 roster.  It looks like they only graduated 6 seniors who had playing time and have 18 players, who had significant playing time, coming back from the 9-2 team. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on August 02, 2010, 08:28:42 PM
"Will the transcript / audio be available at a later date and time?"

Yes. The Conference will archive the transcript of the chat.  There is no audio, however.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on August 03, 2010, 08:17:01 AM
Quote from: iamhuge on July 28, 2010, 07:35:04 PM
Is it appropriate to pick these games when you have a kid who plays for a CC team?


I'd say it's certainly appropriate to pick the games when you have a kid who plays for a CC team...I believe Muledaddy was picking games while his son was playing, lucky for him the Mules didn't lose very much during that time period so picking his son's team every week was actually an advantage. This may not be the case for everyone depending on what CC team your son plays for.
Title: Centennial Conference Preseason Poll, Discuss
Post by: commish on August 05, 2010, 05:56:30 PM
Johns Hopkins is the favorite to win the 2010 Centennial Conference football championship in a preseason poll of football coaches and sports information directors. The Blue Jays received 11 of 20 first-place votes (teams not permitted to vote for themselves) for 154 points to outdistance Franklin & Marshall (145 pts, 7 firsts). Ursinus was third (126, 1), followed by Susquehanna (107, 1), Dickinson (99), Muhlenberg (90), McDaniel (57), Moravian (52), Gettysburg (51) and Juniata (19).

Your thoughts, as always, are appreciated.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference Preseason Poll, Discuss
Post by: iamhuge on August 05, 2010, 08:49:11 PM
Quote from: commish on August 05, 2010, 05:56:30 PM
Johns Hopkins is the favorite to win the 2010 Centennial Conference football championship in a preseason poll of football coaches and sports information directors. The Blue Jays received 11 of 20 first-place votes (teams not permitted to vote for themselves) for 154 points to outdistance Franklin & Marshall (145 pts, 7 firsts). Ursinus was third (126, 1), followed by Susquehanna (107, 1), Dickinson (99), Muhlenberg (90), McDaniel (57), Moravian (52), Gettysburg (51) and Juniata (19).

Your thoughts, as always, are appreciated.

I'd say the Centennial Conference is pretty darn good.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on August 06, 2010, 08:47:13 AM
John Troxell doesn't spend too much time thinking about the successes of 2009. In his fourth year at the helm, the Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year Finalist delivered a 9-2 season that ended with a come-from-behind, 29-24 win, over Wilkes in the ECAC South Atlantic Bowl.

2010 F&M football preview: http://godiplomats.com/sports/m-footbl/2010-11/releases/2010preview (http://godiplomats.com/sports/m-footbl/2010-11/releases/2010preview)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on August 17, 2010, 02:28:02 PM
With the teams having reported to camp this week I would have thought there might be some chatter on the board. What are everyone's thoughts for this year? Favorite to win the league? Offensive POY? Defensive POY? etc.

My guess would be it will be a 2 team race between JHU and F&M based mostly on the strong QB play each of them have been getting over the last couple seasons. I also would put those 2 QBs as my front runners for Offensive POY. It will be interesting to see how JHU fares without Kase in the backfield as he was a workhorse last year. Should be an interesting season as it always is in the CC. Look forward to hearing others' opinions.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on August 18, 2010, 12:43:08 PM
Having a son that played in the undefeated years at Muhlenberg, him and i have been talking and The Mules have a hard road ahead of them, but knowing Mike Donnelly, even losing one of his coaches who accepted the Head Coaching job at Kings,  he will get Muhlenberg into the mix and won't be down for too long...... I hope.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on August 18, 2010, 02:53:02 PM
First time posting to CC as I'm coming over from LL with Susquehanna. It's good to be in Centennial and hoping to learn a lot and have some fun. There are very good institutions & teams here and SU fits in well.

Go Crusaders!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on August 18, 2010, 05:00:27 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on August 17, 2010, 02:28:02 PM
With the teams having reported to camp this week I would have thought there might be some chatter on the board. What are everyone's thoughts for this year? Favorite to win the league? Offensive POY? Defensive POY? etc.

My guess would be it will be a 2 team race between JHU and F&M based mostly on the strong QB play each of them have been getting over the last couple seasons. I also would put those 2 QBs as my front runners for Offensive POY. It will be interesting to see how JHU fares without Kase in the backfield as he was a workhorse last year. Should be an interesting season as it always is in the CC. Look forward to hearing others' opinions.

Don't forget JHU's defense.  They were very strong last season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on August 18, 2010, 05:01:30 PM
Quote from: BubDad on August 18, 2010, 02:53:02 PM
First time posting to CC as I'm coming over from LL with Susquehanna. It's good to be in Centennial and hoping to learn a lot and have some fun. There are very good institutions & teams here and SU fits in well.

Go Crusaders!

Huge upgrade to the CC with Susquehanna joining it.    There are going to be some real slobberknockers this season..no doubt!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on August 19, 2010, 11:34:09 AM
What's the read on Dickinson this season?  I noticed they were ranked #6 or something in the coaches' preseason poll.

Mitchell et al certainly are tough to replace, but does this board see a big drop off coming in Carlisle this fall?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on August 19, 2010, 12:19:41 PM
Quote from: iamhuge on August 18, 2010, 05:01:30 PM
Quote from: BubDad on August 18, 2010, 02:53:02 PM
First time posting to CC as I'm coming over from LL with Susquehanna. It's good to be in Centennial and hoping to learn a lot and have some fun. There are very good institutions & teams here and SU fits in well.

Go Crusaders!

Huge upgrade to the CC with Susquehanna joining it.    There are going to be some real slobberknockers this season..no doubt!

Sorry bad click the first time.
Looking forward to some great slobberknockers too and should make most of the games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on August 20, 2010, 08:08:34 AM
Quote from: TGP on August 19, 2010, 11:34:09 AM
What's the read on Dickinson this season?  I noticed they were ranked #6 or something in the coaches' preseason poll.

Mitchell et al certainly are tough to replace, but does this board see a big drop off coming in Carlisle this fall?

I don't really know too much about what Dickinson has coming back, I believe they have 2 of their running backs returning, not sure how much on defense. That being said, Mitchell was a huge portion of their offense for the last few years and I think it will be too much to replace for them to be a top contending team. Where they fall among the rest remains to be seen. If they can play some good defense and run the ball effectively, I could see them finishing in the top half.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WearinTheRed on August 20, 2010, 10:47:44 AM

uote author=TGP link=topic=3550.msg1218991#msg1218991 date=1282232049]
What's the read on Dickinson this season?  I noticed they were ranked #6 or something in the coaches' preseason poll.

Mitchell et al certainly are tough to replace, but does this board see a big drop off coming in Carlisle this fall?
[/quote]


They should be solid.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BobHP on August 23, 2010, 11:16:18 AM
I see Gettysburg has added four new assistant coaches. This seems to me to be a warning to the current staff under Barry Streeter. I mean, for the past two years Gettysburg had the league's best offense and its worst defense. And last year was truly sad with the squad utterly losing spirit through the season and just getting worse each game. Gettysburg values its athletics and I think the AD there (not to mention the alums) may be getting a little impatient with the consistently lackluster and under-achieving Bullets. Streeter's a long-time class act but if your kids don't perform for you, then somethings got to give.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 24, 2010, 04:49:51 PM
Overall, I hate to say this, but I think the Centennial is weaker than last year.  With Mitchell, Kase, and a whole lot of stars graduating, this conference doesn't have the same feel.  Who are the up and coming stars for each team?  I know the Mules have some young talent at QB and the other skill spots even though they lost Cresta.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on August 24, 2010, 05:07:57 PM
Quote from: Bulldog10 on August 24, 2010, 04:49:51 PM
Overall, I hate to say this, but I think the Centennial is weaker than last year.  With Mitchell, Kase, and a whole lot of stars graduating, this conference doesn't have the same feel.  Who are the up and coming stars for each team?  I know the Mules have some young talent at QB and the other skill spots even though they lost Cresta.

10 bucks will fill your brain with a lot of knowledge on who could be rising stars: Kickoff 2010 (http://www.d3football.com/kickoff/)  :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 25, 2010, 04:54:42 PM
I know, I know.

I want to hear from the real Centennial experts though, the guys from this forum know these teams inside and outside.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 25, 2010, 09:04:15 PM
Our Centennial Kickoff writer played football at a school in the Centennial.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on August 26, 2010, 08:43:34 AM
What is the protocol with discussing any predictions or rankings from Kickoff? Just curious because I'd like to hear other people's thoughts on the predictions in the CC from Kickoff.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 26, 2010, 09:09:00 AM
If someone played football in the Centennial, That does not mean they have a better idea of what is going on PRESENTLY.

Not trying to take a shot at you, just making a point.

Thanks though, Kickoff is great, and I really enjoy it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 26, 2010, 11:08:13 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on August 26, 2010, 08:43:34 AM
What is the protocol with discussing any predictions or rankings from Kickoff? Just curious because I'd like to hear other people's thoughts on the predictions in the CC from Kickoff.

You can comment on Kickoff within Kickoff, to be sure -- there is comment functionality. Certainly would like conversation to be there if possible.

Bulldog10 -- sorry, did seem like you were taking a shot with your previous post, though.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bulldog10 on August 26, 2010, 11:51:58 AM
Kickoff is GREAT!

But i like to utilize the forum for some further insight on specific teams, tailgates, big games, atmosphere....

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gordonmann on August 30, 2010, 11:32:20 PM
Ahhh, Labor Day weekend.  The final throes of summer.  Cookouts on a warm afternoon.  'Smores around the camp fire.  And, of course, Division III football on the internet on Saturday night.  

Delaware Valley
vs.
Muhlenberg

To listen to the game from your camper as you soak in the last moments of the summer, click here (http://pointers.audiovideoweb.com/stcasx/3c3winlive3370/play.asx).

Kickoff for the Mules' and Aggies' seasons is at 7 pm.  Pregame starts at 6:40 pm.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on August 31, 2010, 04:36:26 PM
Quote from: gordonmann on August 30, 2010, 11:32:20 PM
Ahhh, Labor Day weekend.  The final throes of summer.  Cookouts on a warm afternoon.  'Smores around the camp fire.  And, of course, Division III football on the internet on Saturday night.  

Delaware Valley
vs.
Muhlenberg

To listen to the game from your camper as you soak in the last moments of the summer, click here (http://pointers.audiovideoweb.com/stcasx/3c3winlive3370/play.asx).

Kickoff for the Mules' and Aggies' seasons is at 7 pm.  Pregame starts at 6:40 pm.


That's a stiff opener for the Mules.  Good luck boys.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jumpshot on September 01, 2010, 03:44:28 PM
Does the Centennial Conference have any limits common to all schools as :) to the number of men and women athletes allowed in an entering class? Also, are there any uniform academic standards for athletes? Or is it a wide range of policies and practices? What about fall "captain's" practices in which I counted 30 women lacrosse players yesterday at one school? Thanks for any insight.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 01, 2010, 04:07:47 PM
You mean like Nescac which limits it Football squad to 75 players or it's TIPS program on allowing a certain amount admissions for athletes? No, the CC does not have such limitations. Each school has their own admission standards. I am sure it is harder to get accepted to some of the schools than others in the CC, but most of the schools are pretty much in line with each other. Most of the time it comes down to Financial Aid and/or Academic Scholarships which does differ from school to school on attracting student athletes.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 01, 2010, 06:06:46 PM
Hi guys,
It's time...this week I must go with my local team, the Delval Aggies, who will overpower my beloved Mules.....the Aggies deserve their national recognition and I lok forward to following them on a national scale all year ...as I continue to successfully prognosticate here, in my beloved CC conference.
I need to find a way to get Coach Mike Donnelly a little luck, so he can compete in what is going to be a
tough conference with a lot of excitement for all of us, and more than a few great upsets...Best of luck to all

                                           Humbly  yours,

                                            Muledaddy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 03, 2010, 08:55:37 AM
Is there going to be pick 'ems again this year? I am not going to have access to a computer after today so I guess I will post my picks now in hopes that we will be doing pick 'ems again.

Del Val over Muhlenberg
Leb Val over Gburg
McDaniel over Juniata
Susquehanna over Moravian
Ursinus over Albright
F&M over W&L

Could be some real good games this weekend. The Ursinus vs. Albright game intrigues me because some people are high on Ursinus this year and Albright lost quite a bit from their playoff team a year ago. Would like to see the CC take it to the MAC this weekend but I believe Del Val and Leb Val are too strong of teams to overcome. Would like to see Moravian bounce back after a very down year last year but just not sure where the offense is going to come from. As a Moravian Grad it's hard to admit but I think Muhlenberg will work its way back toward the top this year. They have some young guys who got experience on the offense last year and their defense is always a force. My pick for the conference champ going into week 1 is between F&M and Hopkins and I am siding with F&M initially as long as they can put together a strong defense. Just my opinions...would like to hear others. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 03, 2010, 10:23:00 AM
I ran the pickems last year, but my son suffered a career ending injury and I have lost my luster for this season. I still love D3 football and the CC conference, but my heart is just not into it this year. Anyone want to step up to the plate for the pickems???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 03, 2010, 10:52:42 AM
BT, I'm very sorry to hear about your son. Thanks for your willingness in the past to run the pick 'ems pool.

I can help run the pool but may not be able to maintain it every week so may need some help from some others on the board.

If people want to do this, post your picks and I will compile the first week's results when I get back next week. BT, your picks are welcome if you desire to make picks but don't have it in you to compile all the results for the year.

Games for the week are below:

Del Val @ Muhlenberg
Gburg @ Leb Val
McDaniel @ Juniata
Susquehanna @ Moravian
Ursinus @ Albright
W&L  @ F&M

If there isn't a whole lot of interest in this we can just scrap it for the year. We can determine this based on participation this week.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on September 03, 2010, 05:36:17 PM
Quote from: BTEXPRESS on September 03, 2010, 10:23:00 AM
I ran the pickems last year, but my son suffered a career ending injury and I have lost my luster for this season. I still love D3 football and the CC conference, but my heart is just not into it this year. Anyone want to step up to the plate for the pickems???

That's rough BT, try to hang in there. My son was injured and lost a year and would have been done except for a recently developed miracle of modern medicine.
I think CC nailed the picks this week so mine would be.

DITTO

Except I'll take Susquehanna to win the conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 03, 2010, 08:52:02 PM
I like you, BubDad. :-)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 03, 2010, 10:19:13 PM
PICKS........

Give me some CC...his picks are perfect this week only....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 04, 2010, 03:56:42 AM
Greetings to all and welcome Susquehanna fans.  I hope Earl isn't messing up anyone's holiday weekend.  Sitting here in Cali waiting for the next earthquake to hit.

Picks
Del Val over Muhlenberg
Leb Val over Gburg
McDaniel over Juniata
Susquehanna over Moravian
Albright over Ursinus
F&M over W&L

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on September 04, 2010, 08:45:49 AM
W&L at F&M

Live video, live stats, one screen, absolutely free: http://client.stretchinternet.com/client/fandm.portal (http://client.stretchinternet.com/client/fandm.portal)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 04, 2010, 09:09:52 AM
Is there a separate in-game thread or does everyone just post here? I'll be at Susquehanna-Moravian if anyone wants live updates (assuming my battery holds out).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 04, 2010, 11:18:56 AM
No separate in-game thread for the Centennial -- if there ends up being a lot of game day traffic we could always add one later.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 04, 2010, 01:20:23 PM
7-0 Moravian, 4:11 1st
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 04, 2010, 02:08:15 PM
10-3 Moravian at the half.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 04, 2010, 02:47:13 PM
10-6 early 4th.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 04, 2010, 03:21:39 PM
12-6 final.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 04, 2010, 03:39:51 PM
BT,

My heart goes out to your son, you and your family, a career ending injury being devastating.I was lucky, my kids knee injury/surgery didn't happen until game 9 of his sr year.....just the regular strains,sprains,
and dings until then. It hurt like hell so I can't imagine it happening earlier... the emotional pain was as bad
as the physical....good luck to your boy in the future...I pray he has as good a recovery as humanly possible.

One moment the world is peachy....the next its just the pits..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 04, 2010, 08:04:23 PM
Quote from: TheGrove on September 04, 2010, 03:21:39 PM
12-6 final.

Wow - can the LL please have SUS back?  Congrats to Gettysburg on their win over Leb Val
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on September 04, 2010, 09:51:18 PM
F&M had a very successful outing against W&L.  I think the first half stat of 200 yds offense for F&M vs. only 4 yds of total offense for W&L pretty much sums it up.  It was a great day for the Diplomat defense.

Once W&L got in a big hole on the scoreboard, it really took them out of their game plan even though they fought hard to finally get onto the scoreboard.  The Dips twos got a lot of work in the 3rd and 4th quarter including several frosh making their college debuts.

Great day in Lancaster!
Title: Centennial Conference Sunday Morning QB
Post by: commish on September 05, 2010, 08:07:44 AM
Here is our recap of all of Saturday's gridiron action with links to game stories from local and regional newspapers. We call it - Sunday Morning QB.  http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2010/09/sunday-morning-quarterback.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on September 05, 2010, 10:37:39 AM
Quote from: TGP on September 04, 2010, 08:04:23 PM
Quote from: TheGrove on September 04, 2010, 03:21:39 PM
12-6 final.

Wow - can the LL please have SUS back?  Congrats to Gettysburg on their win over Leb Val

Write off the Crusaders if you like, they took a bad loss to Merchant Marine last year and ran the table on the rest of the league.
Should not have under estimated the Gettysburg offense. What happened with Mcdaniel & Juniata?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 05, 2010, 11:24:30 AM
not writing them off, but its to be expected they wouldn't be the same team w/o paveletz, majors, johnsen and moran this season.

speaking of the CC - we'll be previewing the hobart - dickinson game, among others on tonight's In the HuddLLe - you can tune in at 7:30 PM ET at www.inthehuddLLe.com
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 05, 2010, 07:14:44 PM

   A Pleasant Surprise..G-Burg is a real player in this years competition.....a very nice showing by the Bullets moves them up several notches in my book....Congrats to coach barry Streeter....... only  3 pts on the board....Juniata and Mcdaniel are still hurting.......and facing long seasons...
no matter how good their defenses are......moravian started surpisingly well over susquehana....the rest
were about as expected......this was week  1 as I saw it....

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 06, 2010, 06:19:49 PM
Missed the picks will watch for them next week:

He are some articles on last weeks games
Moravian: http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/128365956111870.xml&coll=3 (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/128365956111870.xml&coll=3)

McDaniel: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/article_8c7f27de-b88b-11df-8a31-001cc4c03286.html (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/article_8c7f27de-b88b-11df-8a31-001cc4c03286.html)

Gettysburg:http://blog.pennlive.com/patriotnewssports/2010/09/gettysburg_wins_season-opening.html (http://blog.pennlive.com/patriotnewssports/2010/09/gettysburg_wins_season-opening.html)

F & M :http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/285640 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/285640)

Ursinus: http://readingeagle.com/article.aspx?id=246887 (http://readingeagle.com/article.aspx?id=246887)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 06, 2010, 06:23:02 PM
Stats have been posted.. I know John Hopkins and Dickinson have not played yet, but it all works out in the wash

click here:http://www.centennial.org/Football/2010stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2010stats/confldrs.htm)

Weekly release starts tomorrow.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 07, 2010, 08:34:37 AM
Picks Summary - So far only 4 people have weighed in with the picks. We didn't make an effort until late last week to get it going so hopefully more people will join on this week.

With identical picks, Bubdad, Muledaddy, and myself were 4-2. 69Mule's only difference was taking Albright instead of Ursinus and came in at 3-3.

Interesting week throughout the Centennial - I of course was happy to see Moravian pull out a win against a playoff team last year in Susquehanna - also heard from a couple friends who were at the game that Moravian left a few more points on the field with some sustained drives that didn't turn into points.

McDaniel score surprised me a little, not sure if that is improvement by Juniata or whether McDaniel is going to take a step back after winning I believe 5 games last year.

Gburg win was impressive. F&M was what I expected. Glad to see Ursinus get a win against a good MAC team from last year. I don't think the Mules should be overly concerned about their loss to Del Val as I believe Del Val is a legitimate top 10 team, I think playing that level of competition this early in the season can only help the Mules later on.

I'll try to give my thoughts on the games each week with the picks summary - and we certainly would enjoy more participants in the pick 'ems.

This weeks games:

JHU @ Randolph Macon
Dickinson @ Hobart
Juniata @ Susquehanna
Moravian @ McDaniel
Ursinus @ F&M*

*I'd call this the game of the week in the Centennial could have serious championship implications.


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 07, 2010, 11:35:33 AM
Quote from: muledaddy on September 04, 2010, 03:39:51 PM
BT,

My heart goes out to your son, you and your family, a career ending injury being devastating.I was lucky, my kids knee injury/surgery didn't happen until game 9 of his sr year.....just the regular strains,sprains,
and dings until then. It hurt like hell so I can't imagine it happening earlier... the emotional pain was as bad
as the physical....good luck to your boy in the future...I pray he has as good a recovery as humanly possible.

One moment the world is peachy....the next its just the pits..
Muledaddy, Thats for the kind words. I know you and your son went through the same thing. The good news is the sun still comes up everyday and he is still getting a fine education. The bad news is that he didn't go out on his own terms. As we all know, especially in D3, the end of the line does eventually come. That being said, he is a better, more rounded person by having the opportunity of playing D3 football and for that we are gratefull.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on September 07, 2010, 11:41:54 AM
Bubdad was in Bethlehem for the game as well. Moravian dominated time of possession while SU's young defense was on a long learning curve. Still the Greyhounds only put up 10 points. Left points on the field? Yes, Moravian may have scored again after an interception in the final two minutes but the Crusaders had the ball inside the 5 three times and came away with 6 points. I believe the last attempt was a touchdown on fourth down as the ball broke the plane, unfortunately there's no replay review in Div 3. Garner is the second tall strong QB I've seen in two weeks after being at the Alfred scrimmage. Moravian is a good team this year. Susquehanna's offense underachieved on Saturday, the jury is out on the Crusaders right now.
My picks,

JHU over Randolph Macon
Hobart over Dickinson
Susquehanna over Juniata
Moravian over Mcdaniel
F&M over Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 07, 2010, 03:00:15 PM
Quote from: BubDad on September 07, 2010, 11:41:54 AM

Hobart over Dickinson


I concur.  My Dickinson-Hobart preview is up on my gohobart.blogspot.com website for any CC fans that may be interested.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 07, 2010, 03:48:31 PM
Picks for the week
Winners will be:
John Hopkins
Hobart
Susquehanna
Moravian
F & M

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 07, 2010, 03:53:12 PM
Congrats to John Harrison--F & M and Kyle Whitmoyer--Gettysburg Co Offensive players of the week.

Joe Delaney--Gettysburg Defensive player of the week

Maike Barrett-- Gettysbuer and Bill Castor--McDaniel CO Special teams Player of the week

Keep up the effort

Rest of the Release click here:http://www.centennial.org/football/2010/FB905.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2010/FB905.pdf)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 07, 2010, 03:58:44 PM
Something new to look at:
http://chronicle.com/blogPost/NCAA-Rolls-Out-New-Look-for/26708/ (http://chronicle.com/blogPost/NCAA-Rolls-Out-New-Look-for/26708/)

and this is the new site:http://www.ncaa.org/divisionIII (http://www.ncaa.org/divisionIII)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 07, 2010, 04:27:24 PM
Quote from: old ends on September 07, 2010, 03:58:44 PM
Something new to look at:
http://chronicle.com/blogPost/NCAA-Rolls-Out-New-Look-for/26708/ (http://chronicle.com/blogPost/NCAA-Rolls-Out-New-Look-for/26708/)

and this is the new site:http://www.ncaa.org/divisionIII (http://www.ncaa.org/divisionIII)

enjoy

Interesting!  Good find k+
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on September 07, 2010, 05:10:17 PM
Quote from: old ends on September 07, 2010, 03:58:44 PM
Something new to look at:
http://chronicle.com/blogPost/NCAA-Rolls-Out-New-Look-for/26708/ (http://chronicle.com/blogPost/NCAA-Rolls-Out-New-Look-for/26708/)

and this is the new site:http://www.ncaa.org/divisionIII (http://www.ncaa.org/divisionIII)

enjoy

I'd be interested to hear Mr. Coleman's take on this.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 07, 2010, 10:06:55 PM
I think it's nice to see the NCAA do for Division III what we have been doing since 1997.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on September 08, 2010, 12:00:01 AM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on September 07, 2010, 10:06:55 PM
I think it's nice to see the NCAA do for Division III what we have been doing since 1997.

I agree, it's long overdue since the vast majority of their "student athletes" are in Div 3. Doubt they'll ever have the savy to do what you do here though.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 08, 2010, 10:30:44 AM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on September 07, 2010, 10:06:55 PM
I think it's nice to see the NCAA do for Division III what we have been doing since 1997.

LOL and +k for the wit.  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 09, 2010, 04:13:52 PM
My picks for the week

JHU over Randolph Macon
Hobart over Dickinson
Susquehanna over Juniata
Moravian over McDaniel
F&M over Ursinus

I have been high on F&M coming into this year and this week is important in the race for CC crown. Obviously Hopkins is going to be a factor in this race but this is a crucial game so early in the season. I have thought F&M would be a contender at some point since Harrison started playing as a Freshman - that kid is the real deal. Troxell isn't too shabby as a Head Coach either...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 10, 2010, 06:38:09 PM
Picks...jhu
f and m, hobart,
moravian,
susq,
           NOTE:    Pat Coleman's D3 has put the light on the greatest number of student athletes in America

for the greatest time, with the greatest dedication; the new NCAA recognition of this group of athletes is

nice, but will never replace the informed, dedicated staff led by Pat and the quality of their coverage of D3 footbal;McMillan,  Coleman ,Tipps,and all others of this incredible organization, I tip my  hat in appreciation and recognition of your efforts on behalf of all fans,players,parents and followers of the D3 nation....thanks
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: RMC08 on September 10, 2010, 07:24:21 PM
I posed a question to the ODAC board and was told that question had a better chance of getting answered here...whats the scoop on this Hopkins team...who are the studs I need to be on the lookout for tomorrow?  I am looking forward to a great game at Day field.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 10, 2010, 10:25:57 PM
Ursinus or F&M?  Hmmmmmm.   Since I picked Albright last week I have to give the nod to Da Bears.

JHU over Randolph Macon
Dickinson over Hobart
Susquehanna over Juniata
Moravian over McDaniel
Ursinus over F&M
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 11, 2010, 04:34:44 PM
Susquehanna wins, 45-3
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 11, 2010, 08:28:32 PM
Looks like Hobart defeated Dickinson 38 - 7
Randolph-Macon 41  John Hopkins 37
McDaniel 13  Moravian 10
Ursinus 10  F & M 7

enjoy


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 11, 2010, 09:51:43 PM
Wow.  If #20 W&J got licked worse than Muhlenberg by DelVal then is there hope for the Mules this year? 

Interesting upset by Cal Lutheran over Linfield our here on the left coast.  This should have some playoff implications.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 12, 2010, 08:48:48 PM
here is what they are saying in the papers

Ursinus:http://www.pottsmerc.com/articles/2010/09/12/sports/srv0000009363695.txt (http://www.pottsmerc.com/articles/2010/09/12/sports/srv0000009363695.txt)

F & M:http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/288387 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/288387)

McDaniel:http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/article_94188508-be21-11df-b98f-001cc4c03286.html (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/article_94188508-be21-11df-b98f-001cc4c03286.html)

Susquehanna: http://dailyitem.com/0200_sports/x788124273/Susquehanna-wins-home-opener-over-Juniata (http://dailyitem.com/0200_sports/x788124273/Susquehanna-wins-home-opener-over-Juniata)

enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 12, 2010, 08:54:17 PM
Conference Stats :

click here:http://www.centennial.org/Football/2010stats/confonly.htm (http://www.centennial.org/Football/2010stats/confonly.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 13, 2010, 08:44:21 AM
Picks Summary - Everyone came in this week at 2-3. The only difference in picks was that 69mule picked Ursinus correctly over F&M but incorrectly picked Dickinson over Hobart.

Through 2 weeks
CCfan27 - 6-5 - .545 win pct.
Muledaddy - 6-5 - .545 win pct.
Bubdad - 6-5 - .545 win pct.
69mule - 5-6 - .454 win pct.
Old ends - 2-3 - .400 win pct.

It's a shame to see Hopkins lose but it looks as if they played Randolph Macon very tough and RMC is traditionally a very good football team. I don't see this as a sign of a down year at all for Hopkins and they could possibly run the table in the CC and find themselves back in the playoffs. Big win for Ursinus over F&M gives them a nice edge in the CC race. Tough loss for my Hounds who just can't seem to get an offense going. Defense once again played very well just aren't getting enough support to get W's. Susquehanna bounces back to trounce Juniata as expected. I think some people up in Carlisle might expect a down year for Dickinson after losing all everything in Mitchell, not sure if the loss to Hobart is indication that Dickinson is down or if Hobart is a really good team. Any other insights on these games would be great.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 13, 2010, 08:55:16 AM
Games for this week:

F&M @ Dickinson
JHU @ Gettysburg
Juniata @ Ursinus
McDaniel @ Catholic
Moravian @ Leb Val
Muhlenberg @ Susquehanna
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: labart96 on September 13, 2010, 11:38:57 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on September 13, 2010, 08:44:21 AM
I think some people up in Carlisle might expect a down year for Dickinson after losing Mitchell, not sure if the loss to Hobart is indication that Dickinson is down or if Hobart is a really good team. Any other insights on these games would be great.

Having listened to the Bart/Dickinson game I think it is probably a little of both.  Dickinson's new QB really struggled early on, both from being pressured by the Hobart defense, but he also over/under threw several passes making Dickinson a pretty one dimensional team - on offense at least.

This really helped Hobart win the field position battle; e.g., Hobart's longest offensive possession was a drive they started on their own 48 yard line (and that possession was helped by a fake punt).  This put the Devil defense having a short field and when the special teams came up with a couple of huge plays (fake punt on 4th down, punt block for TD, 90 yd kickoff return for TD...) that broke the game wide open.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on September 13, 2010, 12:56:31 PM
 "Susquehanna bounces back to trounce Juniata as expected."

Don't know if it was expected based on week one, but it certainly was a mismatch on Saturday.

My picks,

F&M over Dickinson
Gettysburg over JHU
Ursinus over Juniata
Catholic over Mcdaniel
Leb Val over Moravian
Susquehanna over Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 15, 2010, 05:01:26 PM
well maybe get some breaks on this weeks picks the victors shall be.. ???

F&M
John Hopkins
Ursinus
McDaniel
Leb Val
Susquehanna

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 16, 2010, 11:12:31 AM
My picks for the week:

F&M over Dickinson
JHU over Gettysburg
Ursinus over Juniata
Catholic over McDaniel
Leb Val over Moravian
Muhlenberg over Susquehanna

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 17, 2010, 08:28:37 AM
Just a reminder - the F&M vs. Dickinson game is tonight for those of you who haven't picked the games for the week yet.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 17, 2010, 11:54:07 AM
F&M over Dickinson
JHU over Gettysburg
Ursinus over Juniata
McDaniel over Catholic
Moravian over  Leb Val
Muhlenberg over Susquehanna
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 17, 2010, 04:33:40 PM
My picks:

F&M
JHU
Ursinus
McDaniel
LV
Susquehanna
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 18, 2010, 09:39:06 AM
....too late for a simple Fri night pick....

Oh, well, here we go...

JHU,URSINUS,MCDANIEL,MORAVIAN,AND 'MULES'
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 20, 2010, 08:55:18 AM
Picks Summary

CCfan27 - 11-6 - .647 win pct
Muledaddy - 10-6 - .625 win pct
Bubdad - 9-8 - .529 win pct
69 Mule - 10-7 - .588 win pct
Old ends - 7-4 - .636 win pct
GoHop - 5-1 - .833 win pct

Looks like there were some good games throughout the CC this weekend. I don't have too much insight on any of the games but would like to hear some people thoughts if they were at any of the games. I listened to a good portion of the Moravian game and it was simply another case of no offensive support. The defense is on the field for too long and is bound to give up some points when you put them in certain situations. Most teams are not going to win many games in the CC scoring less than 10 points. Interesting to see McDaniel at 3-0 but I'd say the easier part of their schedule is over and they will certainly be tested in the coming weeks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 20, 2010, 08:55:54 AM
Games for this week:

Dickinson at McDaniel
Juniata at Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg at Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins at Moravian
Susquehanna at Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 20, 2010, 11:57:18 AM
My picks:

Dickinson
F&M
Gettysburg
JHU
Ursinus

JHU-Morvaian should be an interesting game. Moravian usually has a decent defense and this year isn't doing much offensively. Hopkins, on the other hand has been racking up big offensive numbers but their defense has also been giving up lots of points. Hardest game for me to pick is Gettysburg/Muhlenberg. I don't think the mules can put up enough points to keep up with the bullets nor do I think their defense can get Gettysburg to fire blanks. Susquehanna I think has been a disapointment so far or maybe it just shows that the Centennial conference is better than most people give it credit for.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WearinTheRed on September 21, 2010, 07:03:22 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on September 20, 2010, 08:55:54 AM
Games for this week:

Dickinson at McDaniel
Juniata at Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg at Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins at Moravian
Susquehanna at Ursinus

Dickinson
F&M
Muhlenberg
Hopkins
Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 21, 2010, 09:13:20 AM
With people joining the pick 'ems late we are going to end up with a pretty big discrepancy in number of games picked if we don't do something about it soon. There are a couple options that I was thinking of (if anyone has any other ideas let me know). I could give a few extra games each week until people catch up (We could either choose MAC games since they are in the same area as most of the CC schools, or we could pick a few top 25 games, or some combination of this). Or we could drop the worst weeks for the people that have picked all the games until we get to the same number of picked games.

I am kind of torn between the 2 options because this is supposed to be a CC pool and we all probably know more about the CC schools than any of the other conferences so picking games from other conferences may not be a fair process. But also as of now the people that have picked all the games would end up dropping their 3 worst weeks. Let me know which you guys would prefer or if there are any other ideas. I am open to anything.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 21, 2010, 09:57:05 AM
Why not just leave in all the games for now and just base it on win percentage. At the end of the season if this doesn't work out fairly for the people that made picks in all the games then make adjustments by dropping one or more of the first three weeks when not everyone was participating. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 21, 2010, 10:10:26 AM
Quote from: GoHop on September 21, 2010, 09:57:05 AM
Why not just leave in all the games for now and just base it on win percentage. At the end of the season if this doesn't work out fairly for the people that made picks in all the games then make adjustments by dropping one or more of the first three weeks when not everyone was participating. 

We can do that, we can just see how it shakes out at the end and determine from there. After all, this is all for fun anyway.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 21, 2010, 01:16:05 PM
Yes, the pickem's are for fun.  But to be fair, maybe we should limit the contest to those who have entered by this weekend's games.  The reason being that it is much harder to pick the games in the first few weeks since there have been fewer games and less basis for comparison.

As far as the winning percantage as the basis for winning the "title", that seems fair to me.

In past years we did not only limit the picks to CC teams.  We 2 had bonus picks each week from outside the CC.  This is fun because it gets us to take a look at other conferences and teams outside the CC.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on September 21, 2010, 04:31:21 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on September 20, 2010, 08:55:18 AM
Picks Summary

CCfan27 - 11-6 - .647 win pct
Muledaddy - 10-6 - .625 win pct
Bubdad - 9-8 - .529 win pct
69 Mule - 10-7 - .588 win pct
Old ends - 7-4 - .636 win pct
GoHop - 5-1 - .833 win pct

Looks like there were some good games throughout the CC this weekend. I don't have too much insight on any of the games but would like to hear some people thoughts if they were at any of the games. I listened to a good portion of the Moravian game and it was simply another case of no offensive support. The defense is on the field for too long and is bound to give up some points when you put them in certain situations. Most teams are not going to win many games in the CC scoring less than 10 points. Interesting to see McDaniel at 3-0 but I'd say the easier part of their schedule is over and they will certainly be tested in the coming weeks.


Bubdad was at the SU/Muhlenberg game of course. Ouch! The Crusaders are having a rough season so far and an absolute disaster in the red zone. Muhlenberg has an excellent organization and coaching staff that will carry them past some better teams. Based on past experience I was surprised to see such a small turnout of Mule fans.
Went with my gut on picks last week, that's why I suffer frequent indigestion. Regarding the Pick 'em title a minimum number of games would probably be the standard, same as batting and scoring titles. Probably not critical unless there's a big prize I didn't hear about, it's just fun to try and get them right.
My picks this week,

Dickinson
F&M
Gettysburg
Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna (have to keep believing)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 22, 2010, 10:15:11 AM
My picks:

Dickinson over McDaniel
F&M over Juniata
Gettysburg over Muhlenberg
JHU over Moravian
Ursinus over Susquehanna

Interested to see how McDaniel fares against Dickinson this week, I'd say it's their first real test of the year. Gettysburg vs. Muhlenberg could be a tight one. The others I personally believe are easy wins for F&M, JHU and Ursinus, but you never know in the CC, upsets have happened before.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 23, 2010, 12:26:23 PM
Pickems:

Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall
Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna

It's time for the Crusaders to get after it and pull off a road upset against a solid Bear eleven.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on September 23, 2010, 01:13:50 PM
Quote from: 69mule on September 23, 2010, 12:26:23 PM
Pickems:

Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall
Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna

It's time for the Crusaders to get after it and pull off a road upset against a solid Bear eleven.

They certainly haven't played to their potential so far, it would be a great time to pull it all together.


I've seen Gettysburg's offense and was very impressed, maybe to impressed. The Mules game planning and adjustments took down the Crusaders, maybe they'll do it again. Muhlenberg was my first choice for my son, but he followed his heart and his friends to SU. Good luck to the Mules this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 24, 2010, 10:42:44 PM
Picks

Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg
Johns Hopkins
Ursinus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 25, 2010, 05:43:44 AM
Heart and love of the game is all ......today

F and M

JHU

MC DANIEL

URSINUS

MULES>>>>>>>>>>>>>>FOREVER
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on September 25, 2010, 08:24:25 AM
muledaddy, how is it going?  hope you are enjoying the games so far.  i will let you know if the mules end up on my travel list this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WearinTheRed on September 25, 2010, 08:22:04 PM
Dickinson with a huge first win of the season at McDaniel today. WR Craig Helfer with a nice day for the Red Devils. Close to 200 yds recieving I think. 41-16 was the final. Defense was great today as well. Hope this gets the Red Devils going. Good luck next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BTEXPRESS on September 26, 2010, 09:38:22 AM
Quote from: WearinTheRed on September 25, 2010, 08:22:04 PM
Dickinson with a huge first win of the season at McDaniel today. WR Craig Helfer with a nice day for the Red Devils. Close to 200 yds recieving I think. 41-16 was the final. Defense was great today as well. Hope this gets the Red Devils going. Good luck next week.
Looks like the Devils found themselves a QB. Junior Ricky Martz was 23 for 29 for 262 yards passing. Hefler had 8 catches for 155 yards. Hopefully this win gets the boys from Carlisle back on the right track toward a winning season.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on September 26, 2010, 10:18:37 AM
Sunday Morning Quarterback takes a look at big wins by Dickinson, Franklin & Marshall and Ursinus with recaps to all the day's gridiron action. http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2010/09/sunday-morning-quarterback_26.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 28, 2010, 08:55:34 PM
Picks Summary:

CCfan27 - 15-7 - .681 win pct.
Muledaddy - 14-7 - .667 win pct.
BubDad - 12-10 - .545 win pct.
69Mule - 14-8 - .636 win pct.
Oldends - 7-4 - .636 win pct.
GoHop - 9-2 - .818 win pct.
Wearinthered - 5-0 - 1.000 win pct.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 28, 2010, 09:00:15 PM
Games for this week:

Moravian at Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall at Susquehanna
Ursinus at Gettysburg
Muhlenberg at Johns Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 28, 2010, 09:04:09 PM
My picks for the week:

Dickinson
F&M
Ursinus
JHU
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WearinTheRed on September 29, 2010, 07:15:19 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on September 28, 2010, 09:00:15 PM
Games for this week:

Moravian at Dickinson
Franklin & Marshall at Susquehanna
Ursinus at Gettysburg
Muhlenberg at Johns Hopkins

Picks

Dickinson
F&M
Ursinus
Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 29, 2010, 10:00:08 AM
Dickinson
F&M
Ursinus
JHU
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on September 29, 2010, 02:04:17 PM
Turning out to be a tough year but heads up and play on.

My picks

Dickinson
Susqu
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bleedpurple on September 29, 2010, 09:32:09 PM
Ursinis breaks into Top 25 in Bleed's D3 Rankings!

www.uwwfootball.blogspot.com
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 29, 2010, 09:48:09 PM
Picks

Dickinson
F&M
Ursinus
John Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 01, 2010, 03:03:21 AM
Dickinson
F&M
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on October 01, 2010, 01:13:10 PM
The Friday Tailgate gets you ready for the weekend's games, including the showdown in the Charm City between CC unbeatens Muhlenberg and Johns Hopkins.
http://centennialconference.blogspot.com/2010/10/friday-tailgate.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 02, 2010, 12:04:41 PM
Sorry for being late, but these are the last words...

Dickinson over Moravian

F&M over Susquehanna

Ursinus over Gettysburg

Mules over Hopkins

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 03, 2010, 06:58:33 PM

wesleydad,
great to hear from you...all is well on the homefront..my mule is now Villanova Law student.Mules look like they are  starting to grow up after a tough year last year.
I see your team is really rolling this year...sorry I missed the DelVal game...read about it and it ssounded like a good one. Let me know if your schedule points you in this direction.
I hope all is well with you and yours..my muleteam is doing fine...
How do the wolverines lineup at the end of the year???Can they do it?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 04, 2010, 07:42:56 AM
Picks Summary - Apologize Reserved Seat - I didn't see your picks last week when I was doing the summary.

CCFan27 17-9 - .654 win pct
Muledaddy 17-8 - .680 win pct
Bubdad 13-13 - .500 win pct
69Mule 17-9 - .654 win pct
Oldend 7-4 - .636 win pct
Go Hop 11-4 - .733
Wearinthered 7-2 - .778 win pct
Reserved Seat 6-3 - .666 win pct


A couple unexpected wins in the CC this weekend - The faithful Mule Fans cashed in on a nice pick 'ems victory with their win down in Baltimore. Everybody knows Donelly doesn't allow them to be down for too long over in Allentown and we are seeing that they are a contender quicker than many of us have expected. Hounds grab a win in Carlisle with a QB who's last QB reps were in preseason camp of 2009 prior to him moving to safety where he had started the first 4 games of 2010. Ursinus wins a high scoring affair to stay undefeated and F&M gets a win vs Susquehanna by scoring over 40. Any insights on the games from people in attendance would be appreciated. I listened to most of the Moravian game and it sounded like the Defense once again played a fantastic game and they got just enough offense out of the new QB both through the air and on the ground. It will be interesting to see if they stick with him or they bring back the Freshman who they said was out with a sickness this week. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 04, 2010, 07:44:07 AM
This Weeks Games:

Dickinson at Johns Hopkins*
Moravian at Gettysburg
Juniata at Muhlenberg
Susquehanna at McDaniel

Remember Dickinson at Hopkins is Friday October 8th so get the picks in by Friday evening.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 04, 2010, 03:51:48 PM
I wasn't at the Hopkins game, but its hard to win when your QB throws 4 interceptions. He has had this problem occasionally in the past, but usually bounces back well. Anyway, I thought last weeks picks would be easy, but I was wrong. Parity rules supreme in the centennial. My picks for this week:

JHU
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 04, 2010, 05:18:55 PM
Question: How does a QB go from being one of the best in the region one year to one of the worst in the conference the next?
With injuries and suspensions SU was in disarray on Saturday, hard to watch. Crusaders may have to go recruiting on campus at this rate. With all due respect to any followers here, F&M comes across as an average team to me.

My picks,

Hopkins
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 05, 2010, 07:59:48 AM
Quote from: BubDad on October 04, 2010, 05:18:55 PM
Question: How does a QB go from being one of the best in the region one year to one of the worst in the conference the next?


I assume you are talking about the SU QB. Level of competition and/or familiarity of the defenses he is facing could very well contribute to this. Also, I don't know too much about SU but do they have the same playmakers in the passing game? After all, a QB can only do half of the work, the other half is on the receivers to get open and catch the ball and make plays. Just a couple thoughts from a outsider, haven't seen the kid play at all nor do I know anything about the makeup of the SU team.

When you say F&M looks like an average team, who is that in comparison to? I am just curious because their only loss is to Ursinus who is currently undefeated. I have been extremely impressed with the play of Harrison in past years and am just curious what makes you consider them an average team.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 05, 2010, 09:45:16 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on October 05, 2010, 07:59:48 AM
Quote from: BubDad on October 04, 2010, 05:18:55 PM
Question: How does a QB go from being one of the best in the region one year to one of the worst in the conference the next?


I assume you are talking about the SU QB. Level of competition and/or familiarity of the defenses he is facing could very well contribute to this. Also, I don't know too much about SU but do they have the same playmakers in the passing game? After all, a QB can only do half of the work, the other half is on the receivers to get open and catch the ball and make plays. Just a couple thoughts from a outsider, haven't seen the kid play at all nor do I know anything about the makeup of the SU team.

When you say F&M looks like an average team, who is that in comparison to? I am just curious because their only loss is to Ursinus who is currently undefeated. I have been extremely impressed with the play of Harrison in past years and am just curious what makes you consider them an average team.


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Your QB comments all seem reasonable but there's more to it. Palazzi had a ton of good experience last year and progressed very well, but this year he looks like a deer in the headlights, as if he's lost his focus and confidence. He got himself benched on Saturday, it's a very strange developement.
Regarding F&M, such comments are always risky and I have been flamed in the past, but I love the game and a good discussion. I will rephrase and say that F&M is a good team but I see four teams I'm convinced are better which puts them in the middle of the CC or in other words "average" though I don't want it to come across as an insult. Harrison appeared to have trouble seeing and I think would have struggled against a team that wasn't horribly depleted on defense as SU was. F&M has a tough remaining schedule, we'll see how it goes.
Another observation while I'm at it. Ursinus does not look to be the most talented team in this conference but they are very aggressive, especially on special teams. They are definitley the nastiest team and to play them you need to be ready to match it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 05, 2010, 02:06:33 PM
Bubdad - If Ursinus is not the most talented team in the league who would you consider the most talented? I'm truly just curious, I am actually a Moravian supporter and have only seen 1 CC game so far this year and that was Hopkins at Moravian. I was very impressed with Hopkins in that game, but I obviously wouldn't consider Moravian a contender in the league this year. With Hopkins going down to Muhlenberg last week, that shook a lot of things up and showed that maybe the Mules are ready to compete for the title this year (to my dismay) when most people probably thought they were a year or 2 away. The last half of this year will be very interesting, with how much parity has already been on display it's anybody's guess as to who comes out as the champion this year.

I enjoy the opinions whether it be favorable or unfavorable to the teams as long as they aren't attacking which I've never really seen on these boards.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 05, 2010, 03:42:16 PM
CC,
Moravian is a outstanding college and I love bethlehem. We lived in Sussex county NJ and a lot of kids from there went to Moravian, there's a great sports tradition there. I'm a dog lover so I loved the rescue greyhounds running on the field this year. I think the Greyhounds are doing well considering the challenges they had coming into the season. In my humble opinion Johns Hopkins and Gettysburg have more talent than Ursinus, but the Bears have balance and attitude, they have the inside track to the chamionship at this point. Muhlenberg has a chance, as I said previously they have the best coaching and organization. They game plan very well, matching there strengths against other teams weaknesses and their halftime adjustments actually work. Unfortunately for the Mules no one will be taking them lightly from now on.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 06, 2010, 12:14:18 AM
Bubdad, thanks for bringing up the rescued Greyhounds.  It is ironic that this old Mule has 2 rescued Greyhounds sitting here with me.  Both boys are former racing dogs.  Angus is very outgoing and sociable and Wally is the new guy who was surely abused because he's a little skittish -- but still affectionate and trying hard to get over his past.  Anyway, to all those out there in D3 land, I recommend a Greyhound as a pet as they are very loving and gentle souls.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 06, 2010, 12:52:16 AM
Quote from: 69mule on October 06, 2010, 12:14:18 AM
Bubdad, thanks for bringing up the rescued Greyhounds.  It is ironic that this old Mule has 2 rescued Greyhounds sitting here with me.  Both boys are former racing dogs.  Angus is very outgoing and sociable and Wally is the new guy who was surely abused because he's a little skittish -- but still affectionate and trying hard to get over his past.  Anyway, to all those out there in D3 land, I recommend a Greyhound as a pet as they are very loving and gentle souls.

When I met the dogs and talked to their handlers I was impressed by how calm they were and how they handled the game environment. I thought they were the nervous type but the word is they're very good family dogs. I have a couple of catahoulas right now and love the breed, but I have not had as much oppotunity to hunt them as I had hoped which is frustrating for this kind of hound.

My latest observation is the CC is the right fit for SU, but the team would have had more succes in the LL based on this years results there. The Centennial is a strong conference this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 06, 2010, 10:45:17 AM
Buddad, I agree that Ursinus can be a "nasty" team, and sometimes steps over the line and plays dirty. I also agre that hopkins has more talent, but they need to be more consistent and avoid turnovers. The hopkins QB is very talented but when things go bad they go really bad. 3 picks last week and in two of the games hopkins lost last year he also had multiple picks. Hopkins will need to win out to have a chance. The mules and susquehanna are both surprises this year, one for being better than expected and the other for being worse. As I said in a previous post, I think the centennial is much stronger than most people give it credit for. At this time my prediction is that Ursinus will win the conference, unless someone else steps up (i.e. muhlenberg or hopkins). My general observation from following the hopkins games is that the conference is weak on defense this year. Most of the games are fairly high scoring. Previous years just seemed to have teams that were known for defense, but I just haven't seen it this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 06, 2010, 11:07:52 AM
Bubdad,

You aint't gonna believe this.  Our third dog is a rescued Catahoula.  A girl named Mattie - the friendliest dog you ever met.    Now that's a small world, eh?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 06, 2010, 12:01:44 PM
GoHop,

I think all your observations are dead on. Personally I would like to see someone else "step up" but as anyone can see by my pick'ems I like underdogs, favored teams bore me. Since your a Hopkins guy I can't help bringing up something that is sticking in the craw in Selinsgrove this year. The word is that JHU was less than thrilled about playing the Crusaders in Selinsgrove for Homecoming based on SU's success last year. That led to hard negotiations and a 4pm start time so the game would not be played under the lights as well. If true it's a shame as it turns out that the crusaders aren't much of a threat this year and Susquehanna has a beautiful stadium for night games.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 06, 2010, 12:11:48 PM
Quote from: 69mule on October 06, 2010, 11:07:52 AM
Bubdad,

You aint't gonna believe this.  Our third dog is a rescued Catahoula.  A girl named Mattie - the friendliest dog you ever met.    Now that's a small world, eh?

That's awesome! As I said I love the breed. My two girls are the most natural hunters I've ever seen. They can run and hunt in the woods and return to the exact spot they were released every time guaranteed. They stay on the property and love they're house and people. If you dont work them they will go nuts though, as I'm getting older I may need a mellower breed.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 06, 2010, 01:22:45 PM
Bubdad,

I'll agree Susquehanna has a beautiful stadium for night games, just don't schedule them for a Thursday night in August! Moravian opened the season there a few years ago on a Thursday night and kickoff didn't happen until after 9 p.m. due to some T-Storms.

I'd have to say that Hopkins motivation for not playing a night kickoff would probably be travel time after the game. If they played a 7 o'clock game by the time everything was wrapped up, the kids showered, and got something to eat it would leave them around 11 o'clock or later with the entire trip to Baltimore still ahead of them. While I like the idea of Night games, I think the travel after the game for many of the CC contests makes it more of a hassle on the players and coaches than the atmosphere warrants. I doubt their unwillingness had anything to do with how Susquehanna played last year on Homecoming. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 06, 2010, 04:32:56 PM
CC,

I love a good debate, so with respect here's my response.
Honestly playing football every week  at 1pm saturday feels like we're all still in high school somewhere where they can't afford lights or are not really into football. Thunderstorms? I say play on this is football! College students that can't stay up late on a Saturday Night? I'm going to have a difficult time accepting that unless the argument is they'll miss the best parties of the week. Though it's a moot point now, I'm sure any coach would be unhappy looking at the schedule to find he is playing a defending league champ on their field for homecoming and under the lights.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 06, 2010, 05:04:00 PM
Lightning is serious business and it's right of the NCAA to enforce a mandatory delay when there is lightning in the area.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 06, 2010, 11:42:23 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 06, 2010, 05:04:00 PM
Lightning is serious business and it's right of the NCAA to enforce a mandatory delay when there is lightning in the area.

Pat,

It was a joke, I'm painfully aware of lighting rules and delays having coached youth sports for thirty years. Your getting a little stodgy in your advancing years. I do believe a little metal bleacher time for NCAA leadership during a lightning storm could only improve their decision making.

That's a joke too  ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 07, 2010, 08:35:47 AM
Quote from: BubDad on October 06, 2010, 04:32:56 PM
CC,

I love a good debate, so with respect here's my response.
Honestly playing football every week  at 1pm saturday feels like we're all still in high school somewhere where they can't afford lights or are not really into football. Thunderstorms? I say play on this is football! College students that can't stay up late on a Saturday Night? I'm going to have a difficult time accepting that unless the argument is they'll miss the best parties of the week. Though it's a moot point now, I'm sure any coach would be unhappy looking at the schedule to find he is playing a defending league champ on their field for homecoming and under the lights.

A few of my opinions, and as you said, I too enjoy a respectful debate:

I'm sure the reason players wouldn't want to play a late game may have to do with the partying, but my guess is it would more likely be the coaches that would not be in favor. Sundays for a college coaching staff are quite long days as it is and add to that getting home at possibly 2 or 3 A.M. and you can see why coaches would shy away from these night games with 2+ hours of travel time after the game. Division 3 coaching staffs aren't filled with tons of GA's that are devoted to film breakdown and film exchange. Most of the time any GA's on the coaching staff coach their own position and that gives them the burden of breaking down the film then analyzing it as well. Sundays often include film exchange with next weeks oppenent (which usually requires a halfway meeting point), grading the film of your own team from Saturday's game, and starting to implement your game plan for the following week. I would bet most D3 coaching staffs put close to 10 hours in on sundays, so getting home at 2 a.m. after a long day of travel and a game and turning around to put in another long day in the office probably isn't real enticing to a coach. I don't think it matters if they are playing a defending conference champ on their homecoming, or if its a game against an 0-10 team from the year before. The logistics of the whole event produce more negatives than the benefit of the great atmosphere.

Late games also make it inconvenient for parents of the players as well. Imagine your kid chose to go to school 2 hours away and they played their home games at 7 p.m., wouldn't that be inconvenient to make that drive home 5 saturdays in the fall getting home after midnight. I'm sure if this was the case parents certainly would make the trip to see their child play but couldn't it be much more convenient with a 1 o'clock kickoff and home by 7 p.m.?

As for it feeling like a high school game when it is played at 1 p.m. on a saturday, I'd have to disagree there too. I played 99% of my high school games at night and came to enjoy the saturday afternoon atmosphere during my college playing days. There was nothing like the feeling of walking up to the field on a cool fall afternoon to see the stands filled and the band playing. By the time I was an upper classmen, playing a night game, felt very "high school."

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 07, 2010, 10:26:33 AM
Personally, I enjoy a 1:oo game more. It gives time for a tailgate before the game and for the players to join the tailgate after the game as well(hopkins has some good tailgates). Also, I like watching a game in daylight better. However, I think the travel time for the visiting team is the biggest factor.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 07, 2010, 11:13:41 AM
Quote from: BubDad on October 06, 2010, 11:42:23 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 06, 2010, 05:04:00 PM
Lightning is serious business and it's right of the NCAA to enforce a mandatory delay when there is lightning in the area.

Pat,

It was a joke, I'm painfully aware of lighting rules and delays having coached youth sports for thirty years. Your getting a little stodgy in your advancing years. I do believe a little metal bleacher time for NCAA leadership during a lightning storm could only improve their decision making.

That's a joke too  ;)

Ahh, alright. Throw a  :) on the other joke and I would have gotten it too. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 07, 2010, 01:08:55 PM
Solid arguments guys,
I actually put this question to a number of coaches during the recruiting process and many made the same points. Quite a few also said they would like to have night games at least occasionally and enjoy playing under the lights very much. The original point still stands, one team wanted 7pm, one wanted 1pm, so we got 4pm because no one would give in. Should have tossed a coin or arm wrestled for it, compromise seems so unfootball like.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 07, 2010, 01:24:46 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 07, 2010, 11:13:41 AM
Quote from: BubDad on October 06, 2010, 11:42:23 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 06, 2010, 05:04:00 PM
Lightning is serious business and it's right of the NCAA to enforce a mandatory delay when there is lightning in the area.

Pat,

It was a joke, I'm painfully aware of lighting rules and delays having coached youth sports for thirty years. Your getting a little stodgy in your advancing years. I do believe a little metal bleacher time for NCAA leadership during a lightning storm could only improve their decision making.

That's a joke too  ;)

Ahh, alright. Throw a  :) on the other joke and I would have gotten it too. :)



Some things don't come thru well in black and white. It was meant as a sarcastic response to the idea that lighting delays could be a criteria for setting game start times. Lighting happens but it's hard to plan for well in advance.
It's good to see your still slumming on the boards here. The new site is great.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 07, 2010, 01:29:05 PM
Quote from: BubDad on October 07, 2010, 01:08:55 PM
Solid arguments guys,
I actually put this question to a number of coaches during the recruiting process and many made the same points. Quite a few also said they would like to have night games at least occasionally and enjoy playing under the lights very much. The original point still stands, one team wanted 7pm, one wanted 1pm, so we got 4pm because no one would give in. Should have tossed a coin or arm wrestled for it, compromise seems so unfootball like.

I wouldn't mind a night game occasionally myself but I think the logistics need to be right...for example Moravian and Muhlenberg easily could make their game a night game (only at Muhlenberg as of now because they have lights) if they wanted due to the 15 minute travel time.

Either way, the debate was fun throughout the week and enjoy the football this weekend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 07, 2010, 02:26:00 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on October 06, 2010, 01:22:45 PM
Bubdad,

I'll agree Susquehanna has a beautiful stadium for night games, just don't schedule them for a Thursday night in August! Moravian opened the season there a few years ago on a Thursday night and kickoff didn't happen until after 9 p.m. due to some T-Storms.  

Ugh, don't remind me... that was a looooooooooooooooooong night!

But for the record - there was a lightning delay in the opener between the two in Selinsgrove the year before, and that was a day game!

No offense to you Moravian folks, but I've been through some of the worst weather when we play the Greyhounds... two lightning delays and two hurricanes! yick.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 07, 2010, 03:59:12 PM
Quote from: TheGrove on October 07, 2010, 02:26:00 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on October 06, 2010, 01:22:45 PM
Bubdad,

I'll agree Susquehanna has a beautiful stadium for night games, just don't schedule them for a Thursday night in August! Moravian opened the season there a few years ago on a Thursday night and kickoff didn't happen until after 9 p.m. due to some T-Storms.   

Ugh, don't remind me... that was a looooooooooooooooooong night!

But for the record - there was a lightning delay in the opener between the two in Selinsgrove the year before, and that was a day game!

No offense to you Moravian folks, but I've been through some of the worst weather when we play the Greyhounds... two lightning delays and two hurricanes! yick.

And unfortunately for SU folk, at least 3 losses in those occurrences  ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 07, 2010, 05:28:37 PM
Hopkins has been playing a home night game on friday the last few years. Its a little harder for the fans that are far away but it has worked out so far. The teams they have been playing on friday are dickinson and gettysburg, I don't think it would work for the teams that are further away. The problem for me with a friday night game is having to take at least half a day of work to make the 3 hour drive and then either stay overnight or dirve back and get home at 2 a.m. Although the games are fun it is difficult for many of the fans.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 07, 2010, 06:34:34 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on October 07, 2010, 03:59:12 PM
Quote from: TheGrove on October 07, 2010, 02:26:00 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on October 06, 2010, 01:22:45 PM
Bubdad,

I'll agree Susquehanna has a beautiful stadium for night games, just don't schedule them for a Thursday night in August! Moravian opened the season there a few years ago on a Thursday night and kickoff didn't happen until after 9 p.m. due to some T-Storms.   

Ugh, don't remind me... that was a looooooooooooooooooong night!

But for the record - there was a lightning delay in the opener between the two in Selinsgrove the year before, and that was a day game!

No offense to you Moravian folks, but I've been through some of the worst weather when we play the Greyhounds... two lightning delays and two hurricanes! yick.

And unfortunately for SU folk, at least 3 losses in those occurrences  ;)

You're trying to give me nightmares, aren't you?  ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 08, 2010, 08:31:31 AM
My picks:

JHU
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on October 08, 2010, 02:40:38 PM
Quote from: BubDad on October 04, 2010, 05:18:55 PM
Question: How does a QB go from being one of the best in the region one year to one of the worst in the conference the next?
With injuries and suspensions SU was in disarray on Saturday, hard to watch. Crusaders may have to go recruiting on campus at this rate. With all due respect to any followers here, F&M comes across as an average team to me.

My picks,

Hopkins
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna


I was at the F&M vs. SU game.  While SU was injury depleted, the only reason they were ahead early in the game was because of F&M turnovers.  
 
Defensively, the F&M front 7 pursues relentlessly though Susquehanna did a nice job running the ball on the edge and blocking down and sealing the corner for a few big plays.

F&M is most impressive in their ability to convert their 3rd and longs as they seem very comfortable in that offensive situation.  Having said that, it would be nice to see their running backs get fully healthy so that they can get more yards running the ball on first down and also be able to chew up the clock later in the game.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on October 08, 2010, 02:46:24 PM
Quote from: BubDad on October 06, 2010, 12:01:44 PM
GoHop,

I think all your observations are dead on. Personally I would like to see someone else "step up" but as anyone can see by my pick'ems I like underdogs, favored teams bore me. Since your a Hopkins guy I can't help bringing up something that is sticking in the craw in Selinsgrove this year. The word is that JHU was less than thrilled about playing the Crusaders in Selinsgrove for Homecoming based on SU's success last year. That led to hard negotiations and a 4pm start time so the game would not be played under the lights as well. If true it's a shame as it turns out that the crusaders aren't much of a threat this year and Susquehanna has a beautiful stadium for night games.

SU has a beautiful stadium for day games too.  I was extremely impressed with the stadium and adjoining facilities.  I was not impressed with the $6.00 admission charge.  I guess SU did not get the memo when they joined the CC.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 08, 2010, 04:15:42 PM
Old Ends,
    We miss your posts.  We pray that all is well with you.

Picks:
JHU
Mules
McDaniel - 2 evenly matched teams.  Pick goes to home field advantage.
Moravian - Hounds D trumps Bullets O
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 08, 2010, 04:19:58 PM
Be sure to read Ryan Tipps uplifting article in Around the Region.  I will be tuning in to Ursinus' next game to check out broadcaster Bern Gavlick.  Great piece, Ryan!

http://d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/mid-atlantic/index
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 08, 2010, 04:22:30 PM
Quote from: iamhuge on October 08, 2010, 02:46:24 PM
Quote from: BubDad on October 06, 2010, 12:01:44 PM
GoHop,

I think all your observations are dead on. Personally I would like to see someone else "step up" but as anyone can see by my pick'ems I like underdogs, favored teams bore me. Since your a Hopkins guy I can't help bringing up something that is sticking in the craw in Selinsgrove this year. The word is that JHU was less than thrilled about playing the Crusaders in Selinsgrove for Homecoming based on SU's success last year. That led to hard negotiations and a 4pm start time so the game would not be played under the lights as well. If true it's a shame as it turns out that the crusaders aren't much of a threat this year and Susquehanna has a beautiful stadium for night games.

SU has a beautiful stadium for day games too.  I was extremely impressed with the stadium and adjoining facilities.  I was not impressed with the $6.00 admission charge.  I guess SU did not get the memo when they joined the CC.


SU isn't the only one that charges an admission fee.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 08, 2010, 05:15:06 PM
Picks
Johns Hopkins
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
McDaniel
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 08, 2010, 09:27:11 PM


mULES, mCDANIEL,jhu,BULLETS....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 11, 2010, 10:43:59 AM
Picks Summary:

CCfan27: 20-10, .667 win pct
Muledaddy: 21-8, .724 win pct
BubDad: 16-14, .533 win pct
69Mule: 20-10, .667 win pct
GoHop: 14-5, .737 win pct
Reserved Seat: 10-3, .769 win pct

Did not submit picks this week:
Wearinthered: 7-2, .778 win pct. 
Oldends 7-4, .636 win pct

Didn't see any games this weekend, heard there was possibly some controversial officiating in the Moravian vs. Gettysburg. Not really sure of the specifics but just heard from a couple people that there were some questionable calls and/or no calls. It looks like the QB who they brought over from defense played fairly well again (completed 50% of his passes for 270 yards and 2 tds while running for 65 and another score). The score that surprised me a little was how bad McDaniel beat up on Susquehanna, I thought that game could go either way but looks like it was a completely one sided affair. Any insights on the weekends game, as always is appreciated.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 11, 2010, 10:46:14 AM
This weeks games:

Johns Hopkins at Ursinus
Muhlenberg at McDaniel
Franklin & Marshall at Moravian
Dickinson at Susquehanna
Gettysburg at Juniata
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 11, 2010, 11:35:11 AM
JHU
Muhlenberg
F&M
Dickinson
Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on October 11, 2010, 12:07:26 PM
Quote from: 69mule on October 08, 2010, 04:19:58 PM
Be sure to read Ryan Tipps uplifting article in Around the Region.  I will be tuning in to Ursinus' next game to check out broadcaster Bern Gavlick.  Great piece, Ryan!

http://d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/mid-atlantic/index

Just saw your note, so sorry for the belated response. Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on October 12, 2010, 07:59:02 PM
muledaddy, checking the schedules and the mules have 2 big home games left in the season.  wesley is off both weeks, so i am thinking that a trip to mule country could be on hand.  which game would you suggest i attend?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WearinTheRed on October 14, 2010, 09:46:28 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on October 11, 2010, 10:46:14 AM
This weeks games:

Johns Hopkins at Ursinus
Muhlenberg at McDaniel
Franklin & Marshall at Moravian
Dickinson at Susquehanna
Gettysburg at Juniata

Ursinus
Mules
F&M
Dickinson
Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 14, 2010, 10:21:24 AM
Going AWAY.  HOME is not sweet.

Johns Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Franklin & Marshall
Dickinson
Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 14, 2010, 03:40:57 PM
Looking at the AFCA polls for the last two weeks I have made an interesting observation.  During week 3 (10/4/10) Ursinus got 26 votes and Muhlenberg got 25.  The next week, week 4 (10/11/10) Ursinus, after a bye week, received 29 votes and the Mules received only 3 measly votes after a thorough drubbing of Juniata.  With a big halftime lead the reserves were put in.

What this tells me is that in these polls you have to kick the living tar our of a weaker opponent and run up the score to a gaudy level before you get any props from the polls.

Coach Donnely, bless him, in the 5 years since I have been following the Mules, has always show a lot of class and good sportsmanship.  He has never run up the score after having the game well in hand and has put in the 2nd and 3rd srting guys to give them an opportunity to play as well as gaining valuable game experience.  Thank you coach Donnelly for marching to the beat of your own drummer and sticking to your principles.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2010, 03:45:03 PM
It's the AFCA poll -- I don't think coaches are impressed by running up the score. Neither is our poll. But when you get to the bottom levels of any poll, where there are fewer votes (25) than there are voters (the AFCA has 40 or so), you're going to get inconsistencies.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 15, 2010, 07:48:43 AM
My picks

Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Franklin & Marshall
Dickinson
Gettysburg

Decent slate of games this week...Headliner is definitely Hopkins at Ursinus, which I think if Hopkins can play mistake free football they have a good chance of pulling it out. Unfortunately for them, they have made their share of mistakes this year. Muhlenberg at McDaniel should also be a good one, if the Mules pull off another road win down in Maryland that might just say the Mules are back. Obviously they have some tough games left on their schedule past McDaniel but if they get this one, look out. Hoping the Hounds can shock F&M on Homecoming but not sure that is in the cards, need another consistent game out of newly found QB Johnson and a solid game from the defense with some forced turnovers to have a chance.

Good Luck to all the teams this weekend. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 15, 2010, 07:56:39 AM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on October 14, 2010, 03:45:03 PM
It's the AFCA poll -- I don't think coaches are impressed by running up the score. Neither is our poll. But when you get to the bottom levels of any poll, where there are fewer votes (25) than there are voters (the AFCA has 40 or so), you're going to get inconsistencies.

Pat,

I am extremely impressed with the job the D3.com team does in terms on surveying the boards for different areas to add their insight. That must be quite a time consuming thing to do with the amount of different threads that exist. On top of writing for the various D3sports pages and your full time jobs, it is quite impressive. All the effort is much appreciated and keep up the good work.

Enjoy the weekend of football
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 15, 2010, 12:33:33 PM
Ursinus
Mules
Dickinson
Moravian
Gettysburg

I am waiting for the Greyhounds to be the fly in someone's ointment.  Just not the Mules' ointment as the Greyhounds have, over the years, been known to do.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 16, 2010, 12:32:40 PM

bears ,mules ,dickinson.f and m, gburg.......might get to see Ursinus, I hope.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 17, 2010, 08:47:19 PM
Just got back home after many weeks of  travel.

Some thing never change.

Looks like Ursinus and Muhlenberg are once again heading for a battle for number one.

enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 17, 2010, 08:52:47 PM
Have not post Sunday feedback for some time

So here is what they said in the papers

MCDaniel:http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/local/article_bb051ba6-d990-11df-9a11-001cc4c03286.html (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/local/article_bb051ba6-d990-11df-9a11-001cc4c03286.html)

Moravian: http://articles.mcall.com/2010-10-16/sports/mc-moravian-1016-20101016_1_rocco-calvo-field-moravian-defense-joe-tegan (http://articles.mcall.com/2010-10-16/sports/mc-moravian-1016-20101016_1_rocco-calvo-field-moravian-defense-joe-tegan)

Dickinson: http://dailyitem.com/0200_sports/x1099035709/Susquehanna-falls-to-Dickinson-in-Centennial-clash (http://dailyitem.com/0200_sports/x1099035709/Susquehanna-falls-to-Dickinson-in-Centennial-clash)


Enjoy



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bleedpurple on October 18, 2010, 09:53:39 AM
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Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 18, 2010, 10:26:26 AM
Picks Summary:

Ccfan27 24-11 - .686 win pct
Muledaddy 25-9 - .735 win pct
69Mule 23-12 - .657 win pct
GoHop 17-7 - .708 win pct
Wearinthered 11-3 - .786 win pct
ReservedSeat 13-5 - .722 win pct

Did not post picks this week:
BubDad 16-14 - .533 win pct
Oldends 7-4 - .636 win pct

Another good weekend of Football in the CC...Hounds pick up a huge Homecoming win against F&M, the new QB has given them quite a spark offensively as he has really been impressive the last 3 weeks. The defense was very good as it has been most of the year. Mules pick up another big win and Ursinus takes another step toward the CC title. It's starting to look like a crash course for Muhlenberg and Ursinus to meet for the CC title, although the Mules will be dealing with an angry F&M squad this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 18, 2010, 10:27:18 AM
This weeks games:

Gettysburg at Dickinson
McDaniel at #24 Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall at Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins at Susquehanna
Moravian at Juniata
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 18, 2010, 12:34:38 PM
Good Morning,

I think you made a boo boo CCFan.  I picked 5 out of 5 this past week, cleverly picking the Moravian upset ;D    Based on 20-10 after the previous week I should be 25-10.  Did I miss something? 

In any event, many thanks for being the "pickem administrator" this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on October 18, 2010, 09:32:53 PM
ok mule fans, wesley has a bye week this week and in 2 weeks.  the mules have what look like 2 good games.  which game would you suggest that i add to my traveling d3 football game itinerary?  F & M coming off a tough loss or ursinus possibly for the league title and maybe even a trip on the line to dover.  let me know your thoughts.  hate sitting around on a saturday and mule is a short trip, well at least compared to some fo the others i have made so far, from my place.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 18, 2010, 09:45:31 PM
Wesleydad,

Which game  better.... I think that the challenge of Harrison (senior qb) and the Dips  will be a big hurdle, but it sure would be interesting to see if the Mules can beat Ursinus for the championship...especially since
this young Mule squad  was picked 6th in the CC pre-season....all thought it would take another year of rebuilding to return to compete for the conference title...kudos to Coach D and his gutsy kids...let me know and I will try to make it work for us to meet pregame.....always a pleasure...

                                                                                        Muledaddy
NOTE; Boss(Mrs.) just reminded me of dinner engagement this weekso I can only Ursinus....possible title game
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 18, 2010, 09:51:27 PM


Ol.d Ends........you were sorely missed and not forgotten;

                Welcome back..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on October 19, 2010, 07:09:58 AM
For the sake of accuracy, F&M's John Harrison is a junior.

Returning to my lurking status... now.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on October 19, 2010, 11:33:36 AM
Wesleydad,
I think the Mules will make it worth your trip,
I've been away from this board for a while, i'm pretty sure i'm going to make the Ursinus game regardless of the out come of the Mules & F & M game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BubDad on October 19, 2010, 03:51:06 PM
Back from travel, not much to say. How about a poem.

Pity us , pity us, disaster untold.
Almost over but definitely done.

My picks,

Gettysburg
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
Moravian
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 19, 2010, 06:55:38 PM



pizza,
thanks......forgot Harrison was only a jr.....has a great arm
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 19, 2010, 08:19:11 PM
This weeks Picks

Gettysburg
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
John Hopkins
Moravian

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 20, 2010, 08:21:15 AM
Quote from: 69mule on October 18, 2010, 12:34:38 PM
Good Morning,

I think you made a boo boo CCFan.  I picked 5 out of 5 this past week, cleverly picking the Moravian upset ;D    Based on 20-10 after the previous week I should be 25-10.  Did I miss something? 

In any event, many thanks for being the "pickem administrator" this year.

You are correct 69Mule, Entered your picks incorrectly...

You are 25-10 .714 win pct.


Thanks for the correction.

Also, thanks for the good karma for the Hounds with the upset pick, every time I've picked them they lose. I'd rather lose a pick in the pick 'ems pool and see them win on the field. Think I'm going to have to pick them over Juniata this week, hopefully my jinx can be over this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 20, 2010, 10:35:23 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on October 20, 2010, 08:21:15 AM
Quote from: 69mule on October 18, 2010, 12:34:38 PM
Good Morning,

I think you made a boo boo CCFan.  I picked 5 out of 5 this past week, cleverly picking the Moravian upset ;D    Based on 20-10 after the previous week I should be 25-10.  Did I miss something? 

In any event, many thanks for being the "pickem administrator" this year.

You are correct 69Mule, Entered your picks incorrectly...

You are 25-10 .714 win pct.


Thanks for the correction.

Also, thanks for the good karma for the Hounds with the upset pick, every time I've picked them they lose. I'd rather lose a pick in the pick 'ems pool and see them win on the field. Think I'm going to have to pick them over Juniata this week, hopefully my jinx can be over this week.

Historically, the Greyhounds have had a propensity for making teams cry with their upsets.  I figured that the new Hound QB was starting to feel comfortable with his new role and the team has some newfound confidence.  Thus, it was the Dips turn to cry.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 21, 2010, 01:19:17 PM
My Picks:

Gettysburg
Ursinus
F&M
JHU
Moravian

A couple tough choices this week...took F&M mainly because I think most people will take the Mules, don't really have a reason why F&M will win this game other than they will be angry over the loss last week. Gettysburg and Dickinson was a toss up for me and I chose the offense of Gettysburg as my determining factor, although that hasn't always led to wins for them in the past. Hopefully my pick ems jinx of picking Moravian will end this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 21, 2010, 02:05:33 PM
Picks:
Ursinus
Mules
Hopkins
Moravian
Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 21, 2010, 08:44:09 PM
Ursinus,Gburg,Jhu,Moravian,Mules....feelin funky....


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WearinTheRed on October 21, 2010, 09:01:06 PM
Quote from: ccfan27 on October 18, 2010, 10:27:18 AM
This weeks games:

Gettysburg at Dickinson
McDaniel at #24 Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall at Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins at Susquehanna
Moravian at Juniata

Picks

Dickinson
Ursinus
Mules
Hopkins
Moravian
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 22, 2010, 09:00:30 AM
PICKS

Gettysburg
Ursinus
F&M
John Hopkins
Moravian
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on October 22, 2010, 04:11:00 PM
Excellent piece by Ryan Tipps in this week's Around the Region: http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/mid-atlantic/2010/coaches-wtth-a-cause (http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/mid-atlantic/2010/coaches-wtth-a-cause)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 25, 2010, 08:28:55 AM
Picks Summary...

Ccfan27 29-11 .725 win pct
Muledaddy 29-10 .743 win pct
Bubdad 19-16 .543 win pct
69Mule 29-11 .725 win pct
Oldends 11-5 .688 win pct
Wearinthered 14-5 .737 win pct
Reserved Seat 18-5 .783 win pct

Did not submit picks this week

GoHop 17-7 .708 win pct


With the Mules losing to F&M this weekend, that leaves Ursinus alone at the top of the conference. Ursinus has Moravian and Muhlenberg over the next 2 weeks and Moravian is far from the team that started 1-2 with the emergence of Johnson at QB. I think it's a tall order for the Hounds to take down Ursinus but I don't think it is going to be a cake walk for the Bears this weekend in Bethlehem. The Mules have their opportunity to hand Ursinus a league loss in 2 weeks as well. Both games are on the road for Ursinus so if they come out of the next 2 weeks without a loss they will have some serious momentum going into the playoffs.

I listened to the Moravian Game this weekend, and it seems as though Juniata is as down as ever unfortunately. Offense for Moravian has continued to improve under Johnson and the defense came up big with 2 defensive TDs. Any insight on other games would be appreciated. From what I read, a blocked punt turned out to be the deciding factor in the F&M win over Muhlenberg.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 25, 2010, 08:29:37 AM
This Weeks Games:

#24/24 Ursinus at Moravian
Muhlenberg at Dickinson
McDaniel at Franklin & Marshall
Juniata at Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna at Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WearinTheRed on October 25, 2010, 08:45:00 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on October 25, 2010, 08:29:37 AM
This Weeks Games:

#24/24 Ursinus at Moravian
Muhlenberg at Dickinson
McDaniel at Franklin & Marshall
Juniata at Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna at Gettysburg

Picks

Ursinus
Dickinson
F&M
Hopkins
Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 25, 2010, 09:23:16 AM
Was out of town last week and could,t get my picks in before the friday night game.

This week:
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
F&M
Hopkins
Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on October 26, 2010, 08:12:57 AM
I was at the F&M vs. Muhlenberg game.  It was obvious I was watching two very good teams.  Muhlenberg had some success running the ball to the outside in the first half but F&M successfully adjusted and was able to hold them down from there.

Both teams were inconsistent offensively, however F&M was more successful in converting 3rd and longs - most likely due to the experience at the QB position.  Muhlenberg did do a good job at keeping the F&M attack bottled up by putting pressure on the QB while maintaining tight coverage.

At the end of the day, special teams made all of the difference.  Muhlenberg missed a short field goal and F&M blocked 2 punts, one for a TD.  Curious as to why Muhlenberg lines up their punter only 10 yds back from the line of scrimmage.   Both punt blocks came from straight up the gut.

Hopefully one of these teams gets to the post season to show what they can do.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 27, 2010, 06:51:29 AM
Picks for this week

Moravian
Muhlenberg
F & M
John Hopkins
Gettysburg

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 27, 2010, 08:30:10 AM
My Picks:

Ursinus
Muhlenberg
F&M
JHU
Gettysburg

I would love to take the Hounds but I have been proven as a jinx this year with the exception of the Juniata game...will gladly take a loss in the pick 'ems this week
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 28, 2010, 06:20:04 PM
Picks
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Franklin & Marshall
Johns Hopkins
Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 29, 2010, 03:24:21 PM
Prognostications:
Mules
F&M
JHU
Gettysburg
Moravian

Yup.  I am going with Ryan Tipps and Old Ends for the Moravian upset.  The Hounds snowball is turning into an avalanche.  I just hope the snowball melts for the Muhlenberg game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 29, 2010, 07:08:57 PM
Mules, Dips, Bullets,Hounds, and Bluejays......its now or never....good Moravian home outing.....the will to win can win it all....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 30, 2010, 02:09:22 PM
14-10 moravian at halftime
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 30, 2010, 03:02:32 PM
17-17 end of 3rd quarter
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 30, 2010, 03:43:00 PM
24-17 moravian wins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 30, 2010, 04:04:51 PM
       CONGRATULATIONS HOUNDS....!!!!!!
faith moves mountains....if you bring your shove
ls...nice digging, .............let's all take a ride to Allentown next week...Mules
must bring the same determination, committment and courage shown by the Moravian Hounds on this date....
1st place in the CC is the prize......who wants it most???????????????????


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on October 30, 2010, 09:28:50 PM
muledaddy, since it looks like next weeks game has some meaning to it, i will likely be making the trip to mule country.  i will chat with you later this week to find out where you will be so that we can get together before the game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 01, 2010, 08:01:02 AM
Picks Summary:

Ccfan27 33-12 .733 win pct
Muledaddy 34-10 .773 win pct
69Mule 34-11 .756 win pct
Oldends 15-6 .714 win pct
GoHop 21-8 .724 win pct
Wearinthered 17-7 .708 win pct
Reserved Seat 22-6 .786 win pct


No picks submitted this week:
BubDad 19-16 .543 win pct


Thanks to 69Mule and Muledaddy for the good Hounds karma this weekend...Hounds are a completely different team from their first 4 games and I think it all starts with Johnson at QB. He gives them the ability to score and I think that it has allowed the defense to play more comfortably instead of playing so tight, knowing that if they gave up points they were probably going to lose. Makes you wonder where the Hounds would be if Johnson had been at QB all year.

Big showdown in Allentown next week, if the mules pull it off they have to come to Bethlehem the following week and get a win to win the conference and get into the playoffs. And we know what happened last time the Mules came to Bethlehem haha sorry mules fans had to take that shot.  ;D

Anyway, I might have to make the short trip over to Allentown next Saturday and watch this one. Who would've thought at the beginning of the year that Muhlenberg would enter the last 2 weeks with the ability to control their own destiny and get into playoffs again? They certainly don't stay down for long over there in Atown.

Good Luck in the last couple weeks to all teams and it'll be fun to see how this all shakes out.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 01, 2010, 08:01:57 AM
This week's games:

Ursinus at Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins at Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg at McDaniel
Dickinson at Juniata
Susquehanna at WPI
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 01, 2010, 01:14:53 PM
Wow, no commentary on the Susquehanna-Gettysburg game?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 02, 2010, 07:29:29 AM
Quote from: TheGrove on November 01, 2010, 01:14:53 PM
Wow, no commentary on the Susquehanna-Gettysburg game?

Sorry Grove, got caught up in the exciting game I saw in Bethlehem this weekend. I did see a short article on the Gettysburg-Susquehanna game and it seems like it was quite wild. Gettysburg down 50-27 and scores 34 unanswered to come back and win?! That's a shame for Susquehanna who has had a tough year to surrender that type of lead and lose the game, I certainly don't think 1-8 is what Susquehanna was expecting coming into this year. Gettysburg just always seems to know how to score points, if they could put together a stout defense they would certainly contend for a CC title. Did turnovers do Susquehanna in? It seems like there had to have been something for Gettysburg to get that many possessions in the last 18 minutes of the game...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 02, 2010, 11:11:28 AM
MY picks,

Ursinus
Hopkins
McDaniel
Dickinson
Susquehanna
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 02, 2010, 11:34:01 AM
This week's D3 Top 25 Fan Poll has been released!

www.uwwfootball.blogspot.com

For discussion, go to general football as there is a thread for this poll...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 02, 2010, 03:36:35 PM
Picks for this week

Ursinus
F & M
Gettysburg
Dickinson
WPI

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 02, 2010, 05:48:30 PM
Muhlenberg
Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg
Dickinson
WPI
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 03, 2010, 08:35:53 AM
Read in the Morning Call this morning that Mules can clinch the conference with a win over Ursinus and Hopkins beating F&M. I believe Ursinus would clinch with just a win this weekend as they would have beaten everyone they could be tied with at the end of the season regardless of their outcome against Dickinson.

The only scenario that I am unsure of who would get the AQ is if Mules beat Ursinus this weekend, F&M beats Hopkins. Then the Mules lose to Moravian the following weekend and F&M and Ursinus win their games. In this instance it would be Muhlenberg, Ursinus, and F&M tied at the top with each of them having a 1-1 record against the other 2 teams. Does anyone know how that shakes out for the AQ in that instance?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 03, 2010, 08:58:56 AM
After a little more research, it looks as though it would end up coming down to Strength of Schedule as I don't think the 2nd criteria can break the tie according to the conference manual's tiebreaker rules. As of today Muhlenberg, F&M and Ursinus are separated by a mere .008 on the SOS criteria with Ursinus as the highest. That all will change each week though with the outcomes of the teams they played and teams they still have on their schedule. I am sure the conference adminstrators are hoping this is played out on the field and one of the easier scenarios decide it. Either way, if the Mules win out they are in, If Ursinus beats Muhlenberg they are in. If F&M loses this weekend, the Mules vs. Ursinus game decides the AQ. Just some food for thought on the possible scenarios in the coming weeks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 03, 2010, 11:26:20 AM
My Picks:

Ursinus
F&M
Gettysburg
Dickinson
Susquehanna

I am actually somewhat rooting for the Mules this week and an F&M win so that the Mules come to Bethlehem on the 13th with the CC Title on the line for them. I personally believe Ursinus will win as they aren't going to be happy about the loss to Moravian last week and can clinch the AQ this weekend. Should be a good weekend of football...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 03, 2010, 07:11:44 PM
PICKS

Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall
Gettysburg
Dickinson
Susquehanna
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 04, 2010, 06:52:59 PM

PICKS AND THE MUSE....


MULES,bullets dips,devil,wpi............out on a limb with a couple tricky picks......its all about Allentown, hard work from a gritty group....that's what Billy Joel wrote about in '82....and that's what can get it done again in '10...how bad do the mules want it...
just 1% more than  the bears?...... THE MULES ARE BACK AFTER JUST A 1 YEAR BREAK ...
UNBELIEVABLE.....BUT ACHIEVABLE.....GO MULES GO...!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 101 Aborne on November 04, 2010, 07:39:54 PM
Mule Daddyl   You are right on with your pick against Ursinus.That old gray mule still has it's kick.This old class of '55 mule will be in attendance on Saturday.Everybody have a great day. Airborne all the way.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 05, 2010, 03:42:55 PM
Hey Mule Daddy, the Greek Geek and company will be there, it will be just like old times again
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 06, 2010, 08:58:19 AM
getting ready to head off to allentown to see the mules game with ursinus.  looking to see a good game and hanging with muledaddy and the other mule faithful.  see you guys at the game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on November 06, 2010, 04:03:38 PM
McDaniel over G-burg 36-30 in 3OT
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 06, 2010, 08:11:40 PM

mules 27 bears 20....but it  really wasn't that close...mules  mistakesutomatic  handed  a td to bears...mules missed a chip shot field goal and an extra point...mules defense getting better ,,,offense a little sloppy...points on the table....AQ to Irish Mike Donnelly and his young, but every improving team...a potential minidynasty(for next year or two....if tDhey can only keep their heads right sized.........coach donnelly knows how to produce
winning teams..........

Mules...congrats. the undisputed CC conference championship at Houndtown is waiting next week...close the
deal......many thanks to the many players and parents from  the champs of the century (2007-2008) for
coming out.....and for their kind words....Muletown still is a special little place...where dreams can come true
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 06, 2010, 09:28:30 PM
muledaddy, sorry i didnt find you today.  nice win by the mules and a return to the playoffs.  the end of the first half was not pretty.  the mules will be hurt by their inability to get a true punt off in the playoffs.  gritty qb and rb.  defense plays good position football.  if they can win game one, they will likely be making a trip to wesley in round 2.  good luck next week and in the playoffs.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 07, 2010, 01:11:37 PM
we

sorry we missed one another...got ugly at end of the half ... much like our wesley game  hail mary on a really


strange time clock...the mules  are growng...game by game...steadily... defense by Donnelly is good...

multiple key defenders out with injuries (including leading tackler LB McDonough) but team should be physically ok by playoffs...1st punter out with an acl....(we know what that's like)...hopefully we can fix the kicking game in the next week or two....soph qb and tb duo will be heard from this year and next and next....hopefully, we win one and take a  ride down to Dover.......I owe you a beverageain of your choice..d3 is alive and exciting..again
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 07, 2010, 04:16:20 PM
What they are saying in the Sunday papers

Muhlenberg: http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-muhlenberg-ursinus-football-20101106,0,1615584.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-muhlenberg-ursinus-football-20101106,0,1615584.story)

Hopkins & F & M :http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/309253 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/309253)

McDaniel: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/local/article_659bcfec-ea1c-11df-986c-001cc4c03286.html (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/local/article_659bcfec-ea1c-11df-986c-001cc4c03286.html)

Dickinson & Susquehanna:http://blog.pennlive.com/college-corner/2010/11/lvc_rushes_past_lycoming.html (http://blog.pennlive.com/college-corner/2010/11/lvc_rushes_past_lycoming.html)

Enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 08, 2010, 08:58:17 AM
Picks Summary:

First off, Congratulations to the Mules on locking up the AQ this weekend. I don't think many (if any) would have expected the Mules to be representing the CC in the playoffs at the beginning of the year. They have gotten solid play out of some young offensive players and have put together a strong defense as usual over there in Allentown.

Ccfan27 - 35-15 .700 win pct
Muledaddy - 36-13 .735 win pct
69mule - 36-14 .720 win pct
Oldends - 16-10 .615 win pct
GoHop - 25-9 .735 win pct
Reserved Seat - 24-9 .727 win pct

Did not submit picks this week
Bubdad 19-16 .543 win pct
Wearinthered 17-7 .708 win pct

Didn't see or listen to any games this weekend, if anyone has any insight on the games over the weekend that is always appreciated. I am truly impressed with the job Donnelly continues to do over at Muhlenberg. They truly do not stay down for long. They lost a ton of talent from 2008 squad and many were 3 and 4 year starters, so the down 2009 was at least expected. For them to win the conference so quickly after that great run they had is really a feather in the cap of Coach Donnelly. Hopefully my Hounds can give them another loss next weekend in Bethlehem, but good luck to them in the playoffs regardless.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 08, 2010, 09:16:44 AM
This weeks games:

Muhlenberg at Moravian
Dickinson at Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall at Gettysburg
McDaniel at Johns Hopkins
Washington and Lee at Juniata
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 08, 2010, 09:33:14 AM
My picks:

McDaniel(might be the best team in the conference at the moment)
Ursinus
F&M
Hopkins
W&L
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 08, 2010, 01:12:26 PM
Quote from: GoHop on November 08, 2010, 09:33:14 AM
My picks:

McDaniel(might be the best team in the conference at the moment)
Ursinus
F&M
Hopkins
W&L

GoHop,

Just curious why you think McDaniel may be the best team in the conference at the moment. They've lost 3 of their last 4 games and and needed 3 OTs to beat Gettysburg who is also in the middle of the pack. Their only win by a substantial margin was against Susquehanna who has been quite bad this season.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 08, 2010, 03:32:41 PM
CC, Methinks GoHop had a typo in his post.  He meant Moravian might be the best tam inthe CC) as he picked Hopkins to beat McDaniel.

The Hounds are playing as well as anybody.  We'll see if the bye week took away some of their momentum.  They always play their biggest rival, the Mules, very tough even when they are having an off year.  The Mules better get good and cranky over previous losses to Moravian if they want to take some swagger into the playoffs.

Go Mules!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 08, 2010, 04:36:03 PM
CCfan27,

Sorry, brain-fart on my part. I meant Moravian over the Mules and that Moravian is possibly the best team at the moment. Moravian is a different team since they put in the new QB. Your observations about McDaniel are all correct. I picked Hopkins over McDaniel already. I should proof read before I post.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2010, 07:31:16 PM
Picks for this week

Moravian
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Johns Hopkins
Washington and Lee

Moravian always plays Muhlenberg very tough at home.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 08, 2010, 07:45:27 PM
Weekly Centinnial release

Click Here:http://www.centennial.org/football/2010/1107.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/football/2010/1107.pdf)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WearinTheRed on November 09, 2010, 06:34:46 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on November 08, 2010, 09:16:44 AM
This weeks games:

Muhlenberg at Moravian
Dickinson at Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall at Gettysburg
McDaniel at Johns Hopkins
Washington and Lee at Juniata

Mules
Dickinson
Gettysburg
Hopkins
W&L
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 09, 2010, 08:27:56 AM
Quote from: GoHop on November 08, 2010, 04:36:03 PM
CCfan27,

Sorry, brain-fart on my part. I meant Moravian over the Mules and that Moravian is possibly the best team at the moment. Moravian is a different team since they put in the new QB. Your observations about McDaniel are all correct. I picked Hopkins over McDaniel already. I should proof read before I post.

I should have seen the Hopkins pick later in the picks and realized this was just a mistake as well. Haha but yes I'd agree Moravian is playing at a very high level right now. You can't point to anything other than the change at QB as to why this team started clicking. Defense has been solid the whole year for the most part and just needed the ability to score points and off they went. Interesting mix of Seniors and underclassmen this year at various positions, so I will be curious to see how they replace seniors next year, particularly at the WR position where Sylvainus and Hersch have been playing since they were Freshmen. I am looking forward to the game in Bethlehem on Saturday and maybe the Hounds can send the Mules limping into the playoffs like the last time they came to Bethlehem with the playoff berth secured. Remember it like it was yesterday...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 09, 2010, 05:58:16 PM
Attended the F&M game against John Hopkins.  F&M struggled on pass defense especially 3rd and anything.  Hopkins' quarterback timing passes caught F&M flat-footed.  One of the most unusual catches occurred in the third quarter and seem to deflate  F&M.  F&M linebacker was covering Hopkins' receiver chest to chest and never saw the pass.  The receiver caught the ball and the defender and ran together for about 10 yards before the receiver was able to possess the ball in one hand and bring it around the defender.  The defender had no idea the ball was caught.  It was certainly one of the top completions of the year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Frank Rossi on November 10, 2010, 02:30:14 PM
We've got Regional Rankings... Final time for the season that we'll see them:

http://d3blogs.com/d3football/2010/11/10/ncaas-third-regional-rankings/
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 12, 2010, 09:41:42 AM
PICKS
Moravian(best guess- home field)
Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall
Johns Hopkins
Washington and Lee
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 12, 2010, 10:52:03 AM
Picks:

Muhlenberg
Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall
Johns Hopkins
Washington and Lee
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 12, 2010, 11:58:54 AM
My Picks

Moravian
Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall
Johns Hopkins
Washington and Lee


Should be a great weekend of football, with great weather expected. Everybody going to a game, enjoy. I will be in Bethlehem hoping to see the CC champs take another loss into the playoffs...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 12, 2010, 09:34:13 PM
mules,bears,bullets,jays,w&l....and so it goes....a superhuman effort will be required by the MULES.....

2 years of payback,especially for the '08 team's OT loss at Houndtown, the only scar on what would have been  

back to back undefeated seasons.........this  year's team can make their name as  the NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK....go Mules go!!!!!!!!!!!! Take it all !!!!

               
 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on November 12, 2010, 10:09:41 PM
Quote from: Frank Rossi on November 10, 2010, 02:30:14 PM
We've got Regional Rankings... Final time for the season that we'll see them:

http://d3blogs.com/d3football/2010/11/10/ncaas-third-regional-rankings/

I can't believe Washington & Lee is ranked 6th and already has an automatic bid to the playoffs.  I saw F&M play them and the Diplomats beat them like a bad kid at Sunday school.
W&L must have gotten a lot better...anyway congrats to them.


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 14, 2010, 05:42:32 PM
mulefans, at least your first round trip is shorter than originally projected, flight to umhb.  a familiar foe again.  safe travels and we will see you on saturday.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2010, 07:17:40 AM
A day Late but better than never:

Muhlenberg: http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-mules-greyhounds-1113-20101113,0,2698422.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-mules-greyhounds-1113-20101113,0,2698422.story)

Moravian: http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/128971113082830.xml&coll=3 (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/128971113082830.xml&coll=3)

Ursinus: http://www.pottstownmercury.com/articles/2010/11/14/sports/srv0000009961191.txt?viewmode=fullstory (http://www.pottstownmercury.com/articles/2010/11/14/sports/srv0000009961191.txt?viewmode=fullstory)

McDaniel: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/article_30b56b88-efaa-11df-9c3e-001cc4c002e0.html (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/article_30b56b88-efaa-11df-9c3e-001cc4c002e0.html)

Gettysburg: http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/312429 (http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/312429)

Juniata: http://altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/544290/Eagles-finish-winless.html?nav=751 (http://altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/544290/Eagles-finish-winless.html?nav=751)

It seems that Moravian just has the Muhls number. 3 years in row.

Well good luck to Muhlenberg against Wesley.

Enjoy




Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 15, 2010, 11:05:54 AM
Picks Summary:

Ccfan27- 39-16 .709 win pct
Muledaddy - 40-14 .741 win pct
69Mule- 39-16 .709 win pct
Oldends- 21-10 .677 win pct
GoHop - 29-10 .744 win pct
Wearinthered - 20-9 .690 win pct
ReservedSeat- 28-10 .737 win pct

Did not submit picks this week
Bubdad- 19-16 .543 win pct

I think the regular season pick 'ems championship should go to Muledaddy...while GoHop has the highest win pct, when i look back over games that muledaddy and GoHop both picked, Muledaddy has a higher win pct in those games. In commonly picked games Muledaddy picked 30 out of 38 games correct and GoHop picked 28 out of 38 games correct.

Either way it has been fun to pick the games all year and see what everyone thinks going into the games each week.

As for this past weekends games...What a game in Bethlehem, as the Hounds used a blocked extra point with about a minute left to beat the Mules. I was really surprised by this, because in my time playing in the CC, Muhlenberg was always one of the more sound teams on special teams and for them to have a game tying XPT blocked and a FG blocked earlier is somewhat unbelievable. It's amazing how Moravian turned around their season and they have been rewarded for that turnaround by received an ECAC birth at Wilkes on Saturday. Good Luck to the Mules at Wesley on Saturday, you certainly have a tall order but congratulations on the AQ and represent the CC to the best of your ability. Any other insight from other games would be appreciated. Only other game that stuck out to me really was Gettysburg beating F&M pretty handily...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 15, 2010, 01:30:14 PM
Good luck, Muhlenberg!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 15, 2010, 02:34:55 PM
something different....
Muhlenberg is playing Wesley  ???
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mandfense on November 15, 2010, 04:07:38 PM
No ECAC game for Ursinus?  Did they turn down an invite?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on November 15, 2010, 09:24:13 PM
Good luck Mules....

and best of luck to Hopkins, Moravian and F&M.  These games matter when it comes to ranking the conferences.  (Hear that NESCAC?  :) )
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 15, 2010, 10:26:00 PM
Hey, folks -- our friends at d3photography.com (not part of the network, but a partner) is hosting D3football.com's bracket challenge this season. Go sign up and fill out a bracket at:
http://www.d3photography.com/pickem/

As usual no prizes, which protects student-athletes and coaches from NCAA issues.

This season, one sign-up gets you access to all bracket challenges -- no more signing back up for D3hoops.com brackets in the spring.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 16, 2010, 10:44:51 AM
Quote from: ccfan27 on November 15, 2010, 11:05:54 AM
Picks Summary:

Ccfan27- 39-16 .709 win pct
Muledaddy - 40-14 .741 win pct
69Mule- 39-16 .709 win pct
Oldends- 21-10 .677 win pct
GoHop - 29-10 .744 win pct
Wearinthered - 20-9 .690 win pct
ReservedSeat- 28-10 .737 win pct

Did not submit picks this week
Bubdad- 19-16 .543 win pct

I think the regular season pick 'ems championship should go to Muledaddy...while GoHop has the highest win pct, when i look back over games that muledaddy and GoHop both picked, Muledaddy has a higher win pct in those games. In commonly picked games Muledaddy picked 30 out of 38 games correct and GoHop picked 28 out of 38 games correct.

Either way it has been fun to pick the games all year and see what everyone thinks going into the games each week.

As for this past weekends games...What a game in Bethlehem, as the Hounds used a blocked extra point with about a minute left to beat the Mules. I was really surprised by this, because in my time playing in the CC, Muhlenberg was always one of the more sound teams on special teams and for them to have a game tying XPT blocked and a FG blocked earlier is somewhat unbelievable. It's amazing how Moravian turned around their season and they have been rewarded for that turnaround by received an ECAC birth at Wilkes on Saturday. Good Luck to the Mules at Wesley on Saturday, you certainly have a tall order but congratulations on the AQ and represent the CC to the best of your ability. Any other insight from other games would be appreciated. Only other game that stuck out to me really was Gettysburg beating F&M pretty handily...

That sounds fair to me, Muledaddy also submitted picks for a couple of weeks that I missed. He deserves the championship.

Comments on the Hopkins-McDaniel game. Hopkins looked good, although the running game is still suspect. McDaniel on the other hand was not as good as I thought they would be. I was surprised at how small their running backs were. Against a good quick defense they had many problems. As for next year, Hopkins needs a running back and better O-line push on the run. Otherwise I think they will be very good next year. Combining that with a few other young teams in the conference, like the Mules, next year could be very interesting.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 16, 2010, 11:12:37 AM
Congrats Muledaddy on this years picks, it was nice having your son over for dinner last sunday, listening to them talk about the 07-08 Mules.
Go Mules !
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 16, 2010, 06:33:59 PM
I think it was about 2 years ago Ursinus could have gone to an EC game out in the Pittsburgh Area against Carnige Mellon, but decided against it because of cost.

I cannot think that cost would be a factor for a 2 hour ride up the PA Turnpike. One source of mine claims that they wanted the game at home. The field at Ursinus is Natural grass( or mud by seasons end) Wilkes is also grass but in better shape.

Even though Ursinus has decided not to play, Moravian, F & M and Johns Hopkins are 3 very good teams to represent the Conference.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 16, 2010, 06:41:35 PM
The Centennial Conference released the All Star selection:

Click here: http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2010-11/files/2010_All_CC_FB.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2010-11/files/2010_All_CC_FB.pdf)

Congrats to all both players and Coaches.

Johns Hopkins leads with 7 players followed by Muhlenberg 5, Ursinus 4, everyone else, except Dickinson and Juniata, with 2.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on November 16, 2010, 09:30:20 PM
Quote from: TheGrove on November 15, 2010, 01:30:14 PM
Good luck, Muhlenberg!

Is this your new home, Grove? 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 17, 2010, 08:20:22 AM
Quote from: old ends on November 16, 2010, 06:33:59 PM
I think it was about 2 years ago Ursinus could have gone to an EC game out in the Pittsburgh Area against Carnige Mellon, but decided against it because of cost.

I cannot think that cost would be a factor for a 2 hour ride up the PA Turnpike. One source of mine claims that they wanted the game at home. The field at Ursinus is Natural grass( or mud by seasons end) Wilkes is also grass but in better shape.

Even though Ursinus has decided not to play, Moravian, F & M and Johns Hopkins are 3 very good teams to represent the Conference.

Enjoy

I believe there is a certain point in the season that you have to apply to be accepted into an ECAC bowl. With Ursinus being undefeated most of the season, maybe they only wanted NCAA playoffs. I know there is some sort of application process for ECAC games and I think the cutoff for applying is somewhere around the middle of the season. Not too sure on specifics but I had heard that Ursinus did not apply for it this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 17, 2010, 01:53:54 PM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on November 16, 2010, 09:30:20 PM
Quote from: TheGrove on November 15, 2010, 01:30:14 PM
Good luck, Muhlenberg!

Is this your new home, Grove? 

Just wishing our conference-mates well in the playoffs.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2010, 05:15:28 PM
Looks like the weather will not be a factor this weekend.

Good Luck  to all the teams

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 18, 2010, 06:21:33 PM
The Fall Academic Honor Roll for the Centennial Conference

Congrats to all to endevor the books as well as thier sport.

http://static.psbin.com/j/g/gtthxmk25904bh/AHR_Fall_10.pdf

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on November 19, 2010, 08:00:01 AM
Good Luck to Mike Donnelly and the coaching staff and all there players down in Del.

Good Luck Mules
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 20, 2010, 03:55:24 PM
It seems that the Centennial Conference went 1-2 today

Wesley over Muhlenberg  53-14

Washington & Jefferson over Franklin & Marshall 54-41

Johns Hopkins over Lebanon Valley 44-14

Time to Congradulate the Victors for the win.




Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on November 20, 2010, 04:19:13 PM
Quote from: old ends on November 20, 2010, 03:55:24 PM
It seems that the Centennial Conference went 1-2 today

Wesley over Muhlenberg  53-14

Washington & Jefferson over Franklin & Marshall 54-41

Johns Hopkins over Lebanon Valley 44-14

Time to Congradulate the Victors for the win.


Correction Old Ends Moravian also won the Southeast bowl game today, I believe the final was 26-14. For some reason they were not on the D3football scoreboard or the centennial page. Any way congrats to the Hounds and Hopkins on the wins today and everyone else for very successful seasons...





Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on November 20, 2010, 06:33:17 PM
Quote from: old ends on November 20, 2010, 03:55:24 PM
It seems that the Centennial Conference went 1-2 today

Wesley over Muhlenberg  53-14

Washington & Jefferson over Franklin & Marshall 54-41

Johns Hopkins over Lebanon Valley 44-14

Time to Congradulate the Victors for the win.

Moravian also beat Wilkes



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BobHP on December 09, 2010, 11:21:43 AM
Just looked at 2010 season stats. Since I tend to watch G'burg, I notice that for the third year in a row the Bullets led the league in offense and finished dead last in defense. Repeat: Third Year In A Row for best offense and worst defense.

Which begs the obvious question: Might it be time to change coaches?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 10, 2010, 09:12:08 PM
Bullets...offense so potent...defense nonexistent....new approach needed.....3 yrs running...its becoming an

obvious absurdity...shak'em up coach...GO WESLEY...BEAT WW.....




Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 15, 2010, 08:25:00 PM



      ww v mt union....????? ho-hum........again.....happy holidays to all
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on January 01, 2011, 09:40:52 PM
A happy and healthy new year to all.  See you in September.
Title: Ursinus Associate Head Coach Chris Rusiewicz named new Head Coach at Guilford
Post by: hasanova on January 05, 2011, 10:42:48 AM
This was just posted on Guilford's website, so I guess it's now official.  Chris Rusiewicz (pronounced roo-sev-itch), the 2010 AFCA Assistant COY while at Ursinus College, has been named Guilford's 22nd Head football Coach.  I'm sure a more thorough release will follow after today's 1:30 pm press announcement on Guilford's campus.

Welcome aboard, Chris!

http://www.guilford.edu/athletics/football/
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bspinelli on January 07, 2011, 11:00:34 AM
This is a sad day for anyone connected with Muhlenberg Football. Coach Marino was real gentlemen, a great coach and a great person. 

http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-muhlenberg-marino-0105-20110105,0,7289374.story
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 101 Aborne on January 10, 2011, 06:17:37 PM
 Yes,it is a sad day  with the passing of Frank Marino.It is also a very sad day for those of us who have served with the 101st Airborne Division with the passing of Dick Winters,506 Parachute Infantry Regiment,Easy Company(Band of Brothers).The fiddlers will play and the dancers will dance while Dick Winters makes his last jump into the Fiddlers Green.Rest in peace Major Winters and Airborne all the way.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on February 22, 2011, 11:51:36 PM
McDaniel's AD resigned.  National search underway.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on February 22, 2011, 11:54:40 PM
By Josh Land, Times Staff Writer Carroll County Times | 0 comments

In the middle of his 12th academic year on the job, Jamie Smith resigned as McDaniel College athletic director Monday.

Longtime women's basketball coach Becky Martin has taken over as interim director of athletics, a move confirmed on the school's athletics website staff directory and by Martin via phone Monday night.

"I think this has taken a lot of people by surprise," Martin said. "It certainly has taken me by surprise."

Phone calls to Smith and the college's communications department, and a Facebook message sent to McDaniel president Roger Casey were not returned.

Martin, who was in her third year serving as assistant athletic director, said she received the news recently but was given no reason for Smith's resignation.

"I was told it was Jamie's decision," Martin said. "I wasn't part of the conversation. Jamie didn't say anything to me. That was a discussion between Jamie and the president."

Smith had presided over the department since September 1999. During his time at the school, Green Terror athletics experienced mixed results with the women's basketball program and both golf programs rising to national prominence. But in recent years, there has been a department-wide decline.

Since 2005, McDaniel has won just one Centennial Conference championship outside of golf - last winter in women's basketball.

Martin said she has been told that the college plans to launch a national search for a new athletic director, and hasn't been informed how long she'll be filling in.

"They want to bring in an appropriate candidate to fill the position, and whether that's two months from now, five months from now, I don't think they have a specific timeframe," she said. "But I believe they'd like to get someone into the position as we move into the new year."

Martin also said she isn't sure whether she'll pursue the job. She has been the Green Terror's women's basketball coach for 30 seasons and has won four Centennial championships. However, the Terror are coming off a 7-18 season.

"Right now, my interest is I'm the women's basketball coach. I've been asked to help in the athletic department and that's what I'm doing," Martin said. "At this stage of the game, all I can tell you is I'm still here recruiting for the program.

"It's my basketball program. I want it to continue to be successful."

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TerrorFan on March 05, 2011, 12:09:59 PM
It's been a tough few years to be a terror fan. I'm not sure I want the women's basketball coach to get the job full time. Hopefully they're not looking at going that direction. Athletics director should be a full time job.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on March 08, 2011, 10:50:48 PM
I don't get the impression she's too interested in the position.  She was told they were conducting a national search, so it sounds like it will be someone from outside the school.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on June 07, 2011, 08:20:59 AM
Moravian's AD Paul Moyer to McDaniel - Wonder who will fill the void at Moravian, will be interesting to see if they go externally to find a national candidate or if one of the current head coaches will show interest and get it. The internal ones I could see being a good fit are Dapp (Football), Byrne (Softball) and Spirk (Women's Basketball).
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on June 16, 2011, 10:18:01 PM
GO on a trip with my bride, of 51 years, for a year and look at all the changes. must be the year of change. Ursinus getting a new field. Touchhdown tree staying?

will catch up on other things as I read.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ryan Tipps on June 23, 2011, 03:07:53 PM
Pretty awesome for these two Dickinson grads!

Red Devil football goes global (http://www.dickinsonathletics.com/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/20110621qjcr83)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on July 01, 2011, 12:32:26 PM
Coach Scot Dapp ends his tenure at Moravian to become the new AD. Jeff Pukszyn, the team's defensive coordinator for more than the last decade will take over as Head Coach. I think this is a great move for the overall athletic department as a whole and the football team will also benefit with the opportunity for a fresh perspective at the head coaching position. It will be interesting to see who Coach Pukszyn appoints as the OC and if anything philosophically will change within the offense. Should be an interesting season to watch these things play out.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on July 28, 2011, 09:59:41 AM
The annual Centennial Conference preseason coaches chat is set for Thursday, August 4, beginning at 12:30 p.m. EDT. Ask questions of all 10 head coaches and get their perspective on the upcoming season. We'll also unveil the preseason poll of coaches and SIDs. Join us on Thursday at 12:30.
http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/Chat
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on August 04, 2011, 11:47:35 AM
A reminder that we are just 45 minutes away from the start of the annual Centennial  preseason football interactive chat with the Conference's 10 head coaches. Ask questions of each head coach and get his perspective on the upcoming season. We'll also unveil the preseason poll of coaches and SIDs. Join us on Thursday at 12:30.
http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/Chat
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on August 04, 2011, 04:32:07 PM
Preseason Poll of Head Coaches and SIDs
voters not permitted to vote for their own team

1-Johns Hopkins (14), 157
2-Ursinus, 130
3-Muhlenberg (4), 128
4-Franklin & Marshall (2), 116
5-Moravian, 98
6-Gettysburg, 79
7-Dickinson, 66
T8-McDaniel, 54
T8-Susquehanna, 54
10-Juniata, 18

Download your copy of the 2011 Conference Football Guide
http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/Guide/index
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on August 19, 2011, 08:48:15 AM
Iamhuge,
Is your son recovered from his injury?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on August 23, 2011, 04:53:54 PM
Quote from: Reserved Seat on August 19, 2011, 08:48:15 AM
Iamhuge,
Is your son recovered from his injury?

He's going to give it a try this fall...I doubt he'll ever be the same.  That's the way it goes though.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on August 23, 2011, 04:54:25 PM
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Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 25, 2011, 10:09:56 AM
With some of the trouble in Div I football, articles like the link below make Div III even more enjoyable.

Article about a Johns Hopkins Grad and former football player.

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/Moore (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/Moore)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 25, 2011, 10:13:00 AM
Congrats to the preseason All-americans

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/072211AA (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/072211AA)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bleedpurple on August 26, 2011, 04:15:58 PM
ANYONE INTERESTED IN BEING PART OF THE 2011 TOP 25 FAN POLL, PLEASE SEND ME A MESSAGE WITH YOUR CURRENT EMAIL ADDRESS. Now that Kickoff is out, I'd like to get our first poll out by the middle of next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 02, 2011, 10:12:14 AM
Where's the action guy's.. Games start tomorrow and the activity is not happening.  :-[

No one is talking up thier program :'(

sad
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 02, 2011, 10:14:29 AM
Weekly release:
http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/FB-2011.pdf (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/FB-2011.pdf)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 02, 2011, 10:20:20 AM
Articles about the teams in the Confrence:

Ursinus:http://pottsmerc.com/articles/2011/08/31/sports/srv0000013450820.txt (http://pottsmerc.com/articles/2011/08/31/sports/srv0000013450820.txt)

Susquehanna: http://blog.pennlive.com/patriotnewssports/2011/08/trevor_terpening_and_susquehan.html (http://blog.pennlive.com/patriotnewssports/2011/08/trevor_terpening_and_susquehan.html)

Muhlenberg: http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf/2011/08/muhlenberg_college_2011_footba.html (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/sports/index.ssf/2011/08/muhlenberg_college_2011_footba.html)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 02, 2011, 10:26:05 AM
More articles

Moravian:http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/moravian-college/index.ssf/2011/08/moravian_college_2011_football.html (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/moravian-college/index.ssf/2011/08/moravian_college_2011_football.html)

McDaniel: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/football-preview-green-terror-hoping-to-get-back-to-winning/article_626092d4-d3f7-11e0-b9fa-001cc4c03286.html (http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/football-preview-green-terror-hoping-to-get-back-to-winning/article_626092d4-d3f7-11e0-b9fa-001cc4c03286.html)

Gettysburg: http://www.eveningsun.com/localsports/ci_18771485 (http://www.eveningsun.com/localsports/ci_18771485)

F & M http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/449644_F-M-Football--Unfinished-business.html (http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/449644_F-M-Football--Unfinished-business.html)

Dickinson: http://www.cumberlink.com/sports/article_53edee22-d519-11e0-a234-001cc4c002e0.html (http://www.cumberlink.com/sports/article_53edee22-d519-11e0-a234-001cc4c002e0.html)

Nothing on Hopkins or Juniata so far
Enjoy





Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 02, 2011, 10:31:07 AM
In case you wish to watch Juniata sports read the following:
click  here: http://www.juniata.edu/athletics/football/news.html?action=SHOWARTICLE&storyno=5249 (http://www.juniata.edu/athletics/football/news.html?action=SHOWARTICLE&storyno=5249)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 02, 2011, 10:33:13 AM
Best I could do for Johns Hopkins
http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/080411aac.html (http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/080411aac.html)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 02, 2011, 09:27:09 PM
Susquehanna's opener with Wilkes will be televised locally on WQMY. Also, the newly-redesigned athletics site debuted today: www.gosusqu.com

Go Crusaders! Who else is opening OOC?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 02, 2011, 09:35:00 PM
Everyone: http://www.d3football.com/conf/CC/2011/schedule
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 02, 2011, 09:38:58 PM
Thanks, Guru.  But I was hoping to get people talkin'. Not that you're not people. ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: gordonmann on September 02, 2011, 09:54:10 PM
Programming note...

Delaware Valley
vs.
Muhlenberg

For those who can't make it Doylestown on Labor Day weekend, you can listen to the game through a live broadcast here (http://athletics.delval.edu/sports/2008/9/5/FB_09football%20broadcast.aspx?path=football).  Kickoff is at 1 pm with pregame coverage at 12:40.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 03, 2011, 08:52:56 AM
The computer will be busy today going back and forth between games
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 03, 2011, 01:03:53 PM
Hobart 21  Dickinson 0 2nd quarter
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 03, 2011, 01:37:45 PM
Hobart 27 Dickinson 0 half
Washington & Lee 7 F & M 0 start of the 2nd
Susquehanna 9 Wilkes 6 1st quarter
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 03, 2011, 05:17:53 PM
Susquehanna beats Wilkes, 33-30 in OT.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on September 04, 2011, 08:40:45 AM
Tried to tune into the fourth quarter of the McDaniel/Catholic game, but the WTTR server must have been overloaded. The lack of video and audio combined with the torture of waiting for live stats to update was pretty frustrating for this office-bound alumni >:(  It's pretty disappointing that in 2011, you can't get audio or video out to the world in a reliable fashion.

Was anyone at the game? How did McDaniel look? Was Catholic legit?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 04, 2011, 10:34:34 AM
Things to look at today

Saturday recap:http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-03-Recap (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-03-Recap)

Sunday morning papers:http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-04-QB (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-04-QB)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 05, 2011, 08:06:21 AM
Turn-over, turn-over, turn-over, turn-over, turn-over.
Hard to beat a ranked team when you lose the ball 5 times.
Passing game solid, but no running game.
New receivers did well for F&M, as they had to replace most of last year's starters.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: G-manWU on September 05, 2011, 11:18:53 AM
For as disappointing as it was to see the Colonels come out on the losing end Saturday, I really need to hand it to Susquehanna's offense. In eight years of watching or working with Colonels football, I don't think I have ever seen a better passing performance against Wilkes than the final two drives in regulation on Saturday.

The Crusaders have lots to work on IMHO, especially in terms of penalties. But as long as the trio of Palazzi/Ritter/Knouse stays healthy and active, Susquehanna will be able to hang with anyone in the Centennial Conference this season.

Good luck on the rest of the season to all of my CC friends and fellow D3 fans.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 05, 2011, 02:12:30 PM
Week 2 release is below.. Congrats to all player's of the week.
http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-04-Release (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-04-Release)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 05, 2011, 02:16:51 PM
The Stat's are in:

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/Stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/Stats/confldrs.htm)

I see what reserved seat meant.
Quote from: Reserved Seat on September 05, 2011, 08:06:21 AM
Turn-over, turn-over, turn-over, turn-over, turn-over.
Hard to beat a ranked team when you lose the ball 5 times.

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 06, 2011, 06:38:07 PM


Hi guys,

It is great to be back in the land of the Mules,Dips,Devils,Bluejays, Bullets, Hounds, Terror and all the rest. Can we have a

little pick'em tournament, starting this Friday? Who wants to play?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 07, 2011, 08:06:27 AM
Muledaddy,

I would participate in the pick'em tournament, but don't have the time to administer the pick 'ems pool as I did last year. If there is enough interest I would certainly be interested.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 07, 2011, 07:06:14 PM


   CCfan,


I guess I have to find some time...let's get some players and I will try to do the admin....many thanks to you for your past service...I think its my turn.....what's the deadline, an hour  before kickoff for the pick to be valid???? Where are all the CC fans who played so reliably in the past?

Muledaddy......still trudgin' the road of happy destiny
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 08, 2011, 12:02:36 AM
Greetings from California, all.  I hope all you CC fans and other D3ers haven't been hit too hard by the recent storms (and earthquake!) on the East Coast.

Nice win for Susquehanna.  Looks like the Crusaders will definitely be more of a factor in the CC this season.

I'm in for the pickems, Muledaddy.  Are you going to add a bonus game outside the CC as well?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 08, 2011, 06:45:51 PM


PICKEMS...WEEK OF 9/10


                   URSINUS V GETTYSBURG
                    JUNIATA V  DICKINSON
                    MUHLENBERG V F & M
                    SUSQUEHANNA V HOPKINS
                    MORAVIAN V MCDANIEL

BONUS PICK-           MONTCLAIR STATE V SALVE REGINA    .................Go for the glory..pickem......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 08, 2011, 07:22:53 PM
 Ursinus
Dickinson
F & M
John Hopkins
Moravian

BONUS PICK-  Montclair State
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 09, 2011, 08:45:00 AM
MY PICKS:
                   URSINUS OVER GETTYSBURG
                    DICKINSON OVER JUNIATA
                    F&M OVER MUHLENBERG
                    HOPKINS OVER SUSQUEHANNA
                    MORAVIAN OVER MCDANIEL

BONUS PICK-           MONTCLAIR STATE OVER SALVE REGINA
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 09, 2011, 10:23:00 AM
GETTYSBURG
DICKINSON
MUHLENBERG                     
HOPKINS
MORAVIAN
MONTCLAIR STATE
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 09, 2011, 11:08:25 AM
Ursinus
Dickinson
F&M
Hopkins
Moravian
Salve
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 09, 2011, 02:31:19 PM


week of 9/10 Picks

                               Ursinus
                               Dickinson
                               Mules
                               Hopkins
                               Moravian                     BONUS PICK: Salve           



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 09, 2011, 04:19:34 PM
I will try the following teams to win:

Gettysburg
Dickinson
F & M
Hopkins
McDaniel
Montclair State

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 09, 2011, 06:49:41 PM
Looks like the F&M/Muhlenberg game is the toss-up Centennial game.  The field is wet but it looks great. The grass is ready, the lines are painted, hopefully, the weather co-operates.  Looking forward to an exciting game.
F&M needs to avoid the turnovers and establish a running game to go with their passing game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 10, 2011, 08:26:19 AM

   Mules will need an amazing defensive effort to contain the Dips.Harrison's arm  is amazing.Mule defensive pressure must equal that shown during the first 60 minutes agaisnst Del Val last week.
Look to the all american candidates to rise up and make this a very tight game when it should otherwise be a day in the park for the finest Dip passer in many years. The Mule offensive line MUST give TD,
a talented running back, some room to work.I am interested in seeing how well the Mule qb can fill the
bigtime shoes of his little predecessor from the same high school, Lakewood (NJ), now that he has had
some good experiences and the taste of victory last year.GO MULES!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 10, 2011, 01:27:34 PM



    Mules 7 Dips 3...end of 1st qtr....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 10, 2011, 02:08:19 PM



     Mules 21 Dips 3   halftime.......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 10, 2011, 04:10:13 PM
Total domination by Muhlenberg.  The Mules ran all over F&M.  F&M could mount no offense.  Every time they did something they shot themselves in the foot with a penalty or an interception.  F&M displayed no tackling skills.  The interceptions weren't even close to completions.  Muhlenberg deserved the win.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 101 Aborne on September 10, 2011, 06:52:51 PM
  Mule Daddy,   As always glad to read your astute comments,one correction though, the Mule quarterbacks in question are from Lakeland Regional not Lakewood.How is your son doing very well I hope.Nice win today against the Dips. Have a great day, and Airborne all the way and then some.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 10, 2011, 08:16:51 PM

Apologies for the wrong high school error on my Mule qbs;I must have been thinkin' of my Phils minor league team, Lakewood Blueclaws (always loved crabs).Moving on to business, I do believe the results are as follows,  subject to correction by players:     Old Ends-----------5-1
                                    69Mule-------------5-1
                                    CCfan--------------4-2
                                    Reservedseat------ 3-3
                                    Muledaddy----------3-3
                                    GoHop--------------2-4............thus ends week 1 of CC competition......let's comment/chat about the games, except for the Bullets last second 32 yd td gamewinner....simply amazing!!!!
                             
                                                                     

                                                                     
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 10, 2011, 09:19:08 PM
I will comment on the loss of F & M

Turnovers again cost them.. looking at the stats 4 interceptions does not help the cause. Which the Mules picked up 99 yards

Must ponder as to why.. 52 yards lost rushing.. O-line needs help is my answer, but that is without seeing the game and just looking at the stats.

http://godiplomats.com/sports/m-footbl/2011-12/files/910fmmc.htm (http://godiplomats.com/sports/m-footbl/2011-12/files/910fmmc.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 11, 2011, 12:18:03 PM


  Hopkins is the team to beat.....may the mules have a good week getting ready for the task;McDaniel is for real, once again, long overdue; Moravian has a lot of work to do on both sides of the ball;Bullets and Ursinus are ready for any shootouts,offensively; What are the Devils up to....not showing much yet.....this looks like a good year for upsets galore......and the beat goes on.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 12, 2011, 09:59:21 AM


Mules have to contain Joe Rollins, no small feat, to get past McDaniel....then on to Homewood....one day at a time...one step at a time....one game at a time...one play at a time....I see some potential in this Mule team...
if they are willing to do the work....great potential without committment is worthless....and so starts the work
week....Go Mules!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 12, 2011, 11:27:31 AM
Wow! I really dug myself into a hole with the first week's picks. I think muledaddy is right that hopkins is the team to beat, with the mules in second. I was expecting more from F&M, but I guess they are having some troubles. McDaniel looks like thay might finally be competitive again. Looking forward to an exciting season
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 12, 2011, 06:01:09 PM
Where is Bubdad?  Has your son graduated?  How are the Catahoulas?

Anyhow, I wonder why Susquehanna, after a nifty victory over Wilkes (who ain't half bad) got beat so bad by Hopkins.  I almost picked them for an upset in my pickems over the Jays.  Anyone see that game?

Muleville: I see that the kid from out here in SoCal, Kory Crichton,f inally got some reps and made the most of it - 9 tackles against the Dips in his first start.  Way to go Kory!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 12, 2011, 06:17:03 PM





     Hopkins averaging 50+pts per game, Hewitt throwing monster numbers, Wernick making 15 catches in 1st two games,

sure makes it tough.What does it take to slow down this machine?

Joe Rollins rolls throgh yardage like he is cuttin' butter.......who can contain him? a penny for your thoughts........
   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 14, 2011, 07:10:17 PM
Been out of commission for a week or so... any thoughts on Dickinson? Would be nice to win our Homecoming game this weekend.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 14, 2011, 10:26:13 PM
yes,, unless they moved the game Dickinson is at Susquehanna this week.

Sep. 17  Dickinson at Susquehanna  1:00 PM  Live stats Video Audio 
            Gettysburg at  Juniata       1:00 PM  Live stats Live stats Video   
         Frank. & Marsh. at  Ursinus   1:00 PM  Live stats Audio
         Johns Hopkins at  Moravian   2:00 PM  Live stats Video Audio   
           McDaniel at Muhlenberg     2:00 PM  Live stats Video Audio
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 15, 2011, 10:02:38 AM
I don't know if anyone is doing it this week, but here are my picks:

Dickinson
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 15, 2011, 05:07:04 PM



Let's all pick'em.....thanks to Old Ends for posting this weeks schedule....I was a little tardy this week.....but we have an

ongoing tournament......week by week...I will go look for a bonus pick game now.......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 15, 2011, 05:18:03 PM




        THIS WEEK'S BONUS PICK----------CORTLAND V KEAN.....let's get to it, boys!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 15, 2011, 05:36:23 PM



       Dickinson
       Gettysburg
      Ursinus
       Hopkin
        mules
      Kean.........bonus
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 15, 2011, 06:35:43 PM
Picks:

Susquehanna
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Johns Hopkins
Muhlenburg

Cortland-- going with the home team which has a 14-1 record against Kean
              even though Kean beat Wesley last week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 15, 2011, 07:01:24 PM
week 3 release:

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-11-Weekly (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-11-Weekly)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 15, 2011, 07:03:03 PM
Stats for the firsts two weeks:

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/Stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/Stats/confldrs.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 15, 2011, 11:24:06 PM
Quote from: muledaddy on September 15, 2011, 05:18:03 PM




        THIS WEEK'S BONUS PICK----------CORTLAND V KEAN.....let's get to it, boys!!!!!!!

Well if a girl can play, here's mine:

Susquehanna  (gotta go with the alma mater on Homecoming) 
Gettysburg
Ursinus   
Johns Hopkins 
Muhlenberg     

And the bonus... Kean.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 16, 2011, 07:47:48 AM
My picks:

Susquehanna (I think Hopkins may just be that good)
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Hopkins (unfortunately I think it's going to be a rough home opener for the Hounds)
Muhlenberg
Bonus - Cortland (Although it would be a very impressive 2 weeks if Kean pulls off another one)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 16, 2011, 10:52:36 AM
Dickinson           
Gettysburg         
Ursinus   
Johns Hopkins           
Muhlenberg
Cortland
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 16, 2011, 04:07:46 PM
muledaddy thanks for notifying me my pick is Kean
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jayhawkdaddy on September 16, 2011, 05:37:59 PM
Dickinson
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Johns Hopkins
Muhlenberg
SUNY-Cortland
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 17, 2011, 12:58:49 PM
Made it just in time.
Still trying to put my crystal ball back together after last week.
Sep. 17  Dickinson
            Gettysburg
            Ursinus
            Johns Hopkins
            Muhlenberg

            Cortland
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 17, 2011, 01:55:48 PM
Cortland - - Kean tied at 7 starting the 2nd quarter

Gettysburg 14  --  Juniata 0 2nd quarter

F & M -- Ursinus   0  2nd quarter

that is all so far


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 101 Aborne on September 17, 2011, 06:41:43 PM
     Unbelievable game in Allentown today. Mules trailed 26 to 7 with 13 minutes left in fourth quarter and put up 27 unanswered points for the win 34-26.It was worth the trip from Florida for homecoming.Very interesting game next week against Hopkins.Everybody have a safe day and airborne all the way.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 17, 2011, 07:36:34 PM
Woweee!  What a finish for the Mules! Never say die.

Let's hope Terror RB Rollins has only a minor injury.

Nice picks Ms. Grove.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 18, 2011, 12:13:31 PM
Nice article in the Morning Call about the Mule comeback

http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/muhlenberg/mc-mcdaniel-muhlenberg-football0917-20110917,0,3877721.story
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 18, 2011, 04:25:17 PM
PICK'EM RESULTS.....CC CONF PLAY WEEK 2..............        theGrove............6-0
                                                                                GoHop................5-1             overall.......7-5   (4)
                                                                                 Old Ends............5-1                             10-2 (1)
                                                                                 CCfan...............5-1                               9-3 (2)                         
                                                                                  Muledaddy........5-1                               8-4 (3)
                                                                                   69Mule............4-2                               
                                                                                   reservedseat....4-2                               7-5 (4)
                                                                                   jayhawkdaddy...4-2
                  CONGRATS TO THIS WEEK'S STAR:theGrove                                                               
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 18, 2011, 04:51:59 PM
Holy moley! I was so caught up in Homecoming festivities that I had no idea what the rest of the CC did. I would have been happy to be 1-5 this week, as long as that 1 was the SU game.  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 18, 2011, 10:06:21 PM
the conference does a great job  putting out the Sunday Morning Quarterback
http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-18-QB (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-18-QB)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 19, 2011, 09:24:46 PM
Johns Hopkins listed intop 25 of AFCA
see the d3 link
http://www.d3football.com/seasons/2011/contrib/201109194y2to5 (http://www.d3football.com/seasons/2011/contrib/201109194y2to5)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 19, 2011, 09:27:37 PM
week 4 release from the Conferencee
http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-18-Weekly (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-18-Weekly)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 21, 2011, 09:30:12 PM
9/24

McDaniel  at Ursinus
Moravian  at  Dickinson
Susquehanna at Gettysburg
Juniata  at F & M
Muhlenberg  at Johns Hopkins

Start thinking  about your picks  until we get the bonus pick from muledaddy

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 22, 2011, 06:25:33 PM
9/24

Ursinus
Dickinson
Gettysburg
F & M
Johns Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 22, 2011, 09:55:53 PM
Ursinus
Dickinson
Susquehanna
F&M
Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 22, 2011, 11:03:36 PM
just remember I only posted the teams.. Muledaddy has to post the wild card game of the week so your votes may be one short.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 23, 2011, 11:14:23 AM
I figured it would be easier to edit and add in when the bonus was announced. Plus, I'm on the road tomorrow, so I could miss it.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on September 23, 2011, 12:26:06 PM
9/24

Ursinus over McDaniel
Moravian over Dickinson
Gettysburg over Susquehanna
F&M over Juniata
JHU over Muhlenberg (This would be a great game to see)

Not sure if I'm going to be able to make it back on for the bonus pick but I will try to check in tomorrow morning and make a pick once it's posted.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 23, 2011, 01:53:50 PM
Picks

Ursinus
Dickinson
Gettysburg
F & M
Johns Hopkins

TheGrove is correct easier to edit wild card in later rather than to forget altogether

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 23, 2011, 10:30:05 PM
Let's forget the bonus pick this week.  Wouldn't be fair to TheGrove & CC Fan otherwise.  OK?

Ursinus
Dickinson
Gettysburg
F & M
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference TODAY'S GAMES
Post by: muledaddy on September 24, 2011, 09:52:32 AM
McDaniel v. Ursinus

Moravian v. Dickinson

Susquehanna v. Gettysburg

Juniata v. Franklin & Marshall

Muhlenberg v. Johns Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference MY PICKS
Post by: muledaddy on September 24, 2011, 09:54:58 AM
Ursinus

Dickinson

Gettysburg

Franklin & Marshall

Johns Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 24, 2011, 11:31:49 AM
Muledaddy:

It may snow in the lehigh valley with you going against the mules.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 24, 2011, 01:31:01 PM


   Yikes....got caught on a crappy golf coursew, with 3 foursomes on the same tee on a par 5, kept m from getting my bonus game in this week....sorry for the letdown...I will do better........it killed me to lpick against the Mules....folr the first time in many years...I still
hope someone drives by Homewood stadium at 88 mph and takes it back to the future....like the 2007 game.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on September 24, 2011, 07:44:49 PM
What a day in the Conference! Johns Hopkins upends Muhlenberg without QB Hewitt Tomlin. Ursinus scores late to upend McDaniel. Susquehanna gets a two-point conversion in the first OT to defeat Gettysburg. Franklin & Marshall and Moravian get their first victories. Read all about it in our "Saturday recap" http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-24-Recap
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 25, 2011, 09:48:27 AM
The Sunday Morning Quarterback from the Conference:
http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-25-QB (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/09-25-QB)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 26, 2011, 07:19:33 PM
 WEEK 3 -PICK'EM RESULTS-CC

THEGROVE..............4-1
CCFAN27................4-1
OLDENDS................3-2      RESERVED SEAT ....3-2
69MULE..................3-2
MULEDADDY............3-2
...................................................OVERALL TO BE POSTED LATER TONIGHT OR TOMORROW;WE CAN MAKE UP THE BONUS ROUND WITH 2 BONUS PICKS IN A FUTURE WEEK.....Team of the week.......OT winner Susquehanna
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 26, 2011, 08:55:48 PM
    PICK'EM- OVERALL AFTER WEEK 3 CC
                                                         thegrove.....................10-1.................90.9%
                                                         ccfan27...................... 13-4................76.4%         69MULE...............12-5
                                                         oldends........................13-4................76.4%
                                                         muledaddy....................11-6................64.7%       RESERVED SEAT.....10-5
                                                         69mule.........................7-4.................63.6%
                                                         gohop..........................7-5.................58.3%
                                                        ...................................................................
                                                         jayhawkdaddy...............4-2..................66.6%
(rankings arbitrarily based on minimum of 11picks)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 27, 2011, 11:50:37 AM
Muledaddy,

I am 12-5.  You missed my pickems for last wee on the total.  ;D

Interesting matchup this week out here on the Left Coast.  Cal Lutheran vs. Redlands,  Both teams are ranked in the D3 top 25.  Might make for a good bonus game for the pickems.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 27, 2011, 11:51:19 AM
I mean week 2.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on September 27, 2011, 12:19:37 PM
Video highlights from JHU-Muhlenberg game available at link below (Johns Hopkins-Muhlenberg Post Game in menu on right):

http://www.hopkinssports.com/allaccess/

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on September 28, 2011, 04:38:31 PM
Hopkins is looking mighty tough.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 30, 2011, 11:58:30 AM
I didn't see my picks listed from last week.
Are the pairings for this week posted?
Thanks
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 30, 2011, 06:23:22 PM
Where are the picks. Heading to the airport and will not be back until Monday. Oh well!!!
Scratch me out this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 01, 2011, 09:18:20 AM
In the words of perenniel mediocre Phila Eagles coach Andy Reid,  "I lust do a better job" . Apologies to all. I will attempt corrections tonight or tomorrow......

todays's games               Dickinson v F and M
                                     Hopkins v Juniata
                                     Ursinus v Moravian
                                     G'burg v McDaniel
                                     Susquehanna v Muhlenberg
Bonus........Redlands v Cal Luthern  (west coast game)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 01, 2011, 09:22:28 AM

   Muledaddy's picks

Hopkins
McDaniel
ursinus
f and m
mules
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 01, 2011, 09:27:21 AM

NOTICE- I will post on Wednesdays starting next week...sorry for inconvenince...reserved seat and 69 mule....investigation and correction of your picks for overall purposes is underway....Muledaddy
(I have allowed the nonsense of my  otheer lives to improperly infringe on my duties as Pickem Admin....I will do better..!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 01, 2011, 11:07:00 AM
Hopkins
Ursinus
McDaniel
Muhlenberg
F&M
Cal Luthern
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 01, 2011, 12:25:56 PM
Since Old Ends and Reserved Seat couldn't pick I think we should proclaim a bye week for the pickems this week.  Let's just resume the pickems next week.  Fair enough?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 01, 2011, 05:19:56 PM



FAIR ENOUGH!!!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 02, 2011, 10:19:04 AM
The bye week is appreciated. I was in New York this weekend, so I would have lost out too.  :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 03, 2011, 09:50:05 AM
since I missed the last week can we count mine for this week so that I catch up in the overall number of games picked?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 03, 2011, 09:43:19 PM
\\\Gohop......FAIR ENOUGH........your  picks for 10/1 will be the only ones counted.........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 04, 2011, 06:57:11 PM
                 

     Hi everyone:

:(                         Dickinson v Hopkins (Fri night special)
                             Mules v G'burg
                             Juniata v Ursinus
                             Moravian v Susquehanna
                              F&  M  v McDaniel
       BONUS.............Albright v Lycoming
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 05, 2011, 09:08:24 AM
I'll take Lycoming, but I think that game was last week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 05, 2011, 02:13:37 PM
Your right Reserved seat

Lycoming won over Albright
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 05, 2011, 02:22:37 PM
Picks

Muhlenberg wins the battle of the bu(e)rgs
Johns Hopkins
Ursinus
Susquehanna
McDaniel


will update if and when we get a bonus pick

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 05, 2011, 06:43:09 PM
BONUS GAME FOR 10/8...........SPRINGfield vs Salisbury..........


Good Luck to All....Pickem...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 06, 2011, 09:58:23 AM
Mules
Hopkins
Ursinus
Susquehanna
McDaniel
Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 06, 2011, 12:44:44 PM
Howdy all.

Here is a great article about the Cal Lutheran vs. Redlands game last Saturday (and DIII football in general) from the Los Angeles Times.  Enjoy, as Old Ends always says.

http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-erskine-20111006,0,1580714.column
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 06, 2011, 02:43:59 PM
Hey, I don't know about the rest of those, but Susquehanna has a bye this week. Moravian-Susquehanna is next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 06, 2011, 03:42:04 PM
TheGrove is right...All teams have a bye this week--mid term maybe... the games Muledaddy posted are for 10/15..

Oui
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 06, 2011, 10:36:27 PM


    Yikes......I hope the bonus game, Salisbury v Springfield is this week, at least....


                        My pick...salisbury...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 07, 2011, 11:36:31 AM
Pick:  Springfield
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ccfan27 on October 12, 2011, 08:12:29 AM
My Picks:
                             
Hopkins over Dickinson
Mules over G'burg
Ursinus over Juniata
Susquehanna over Moravian
F&M over McDaniel


I knew the whole conference was on a Bye last week so I didn't even bother coming on to look for pick 'ems. If another Bonus gets posted for this week I will make my pick.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 12, 2011, 09:30:06 AM
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Ursinus
Susquehanna
F&M
Alfred
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 12, 2011, 10:03:38 AM
Mules
Hopkins
Ursinus
Susquehanna
McDaniel
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 12, 2011, 09:44:22 PM

......Salisbury v Alfred......AT ALFRED......BOTH TEAMS IN TOP 25

    10/15 Bonus pick
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 12, 2011, 10:09:17 PM
Alfred at home

Just add it to the pick selection made 10/5

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 13, 2011, 10:08:37 AM
salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 13, 2011, 11:05:11 AM
Best guesses:
Hopkins
Mules
Ursinus
Susquehanna
F&M
Alfred
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 13, 2011, 01:09:21 PM
Mules
Hopkins
Ursinus
Susquehanna
F & M
Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 14, 2011, 07:17:34 PM
URSINUS
SUSQ
FANDM
ALFRED
MULES
HOPKINS
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 19, 2011, 12:13:09 PM
picks for 10/22

Friday Night 10/21
McDaniel over Dickinson

Saturday 10/22
Ursinus over Susquehanna
Muhlenberg over Juniata
Moravian over F & M
Johns Hopkins over Gettysburg

If there is an extra will add later.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 19, 2011, 01:04:03 PM
picks for 10/22

Friday Night 10/21
Dickinson

Saturday 10/22
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
F & M
Johns Hopkins

add wild card  St. Thomas
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 19, 2011, 01:47:54 PM
Dickinson
Ursinus (much as I hate to)
Muhlenberg
F & M
Johns Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 19, 2011, 08:05:10 PM
10/21-22 picks....

                                  Dickinson
                                  Ursinus
                                  Mules
                                  F and M
                                  Hopkins

BONUS GAME:  Bethel vs St Thomas........MY PICK=BETHEL
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 19, 2011, 08:20:33 PM

          last results 10/15             theGrove.......5-1
                                                goHop,69mule,reserved seat,muledaddy.....all 4-2
                                                 ccfan.....4-1
                                                  Oldends......3-3


(Overall results to be posted when tabulated, hopefully this weekend)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 19, 2011, 11:55:48 PM
McDaniel
Ursinus
Mules
F & M
Hopkins
St. Thomas
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 20, 2011, 01:10:35 AM
For some reason I can't edit my other post, so:

Dickinson
Ursinus (much as I hate to)
Muhlenberg
F & M
Johns Hopkins
Bonus: St. Thomas
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 20, 2011, 10:04:23 AM
Dickinson
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
F&M
Hopkins
St. Thomas
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on October 21, 2011, 11:24:30 PM
will be taking my traveling road show to the cc this week.  i will be heading to gettysburg to see the game between the bullets and the blue jays.  I hope it is a good game but i think that the blue jays d wil be too much for gettysburg.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jknezek on October 22, 2011, 07:22:33 PM
Quote from: wesleydad on October 21, 2011, 11:24:30 PM
will be taking my traveling road show to the cc this week.  i will be heading to gettysburg to see the game between the bullets and the blue jays.  I hope it is a good game but i think that the blue jays d wil be too much for gettysburg.

Any thoughts on how bad this got? It looks like maybe the JHU starters were in a drive longer than necessary and then the Bullets gave up 2 tds to the second string offense and the final td was on a fumble recovery. While the score looks like it really was ran up on the Bullets, I'm thinking that only that last offensive sequence in the third that led to a score early in the 4th was pushing it for the Blue Jay's first team.

I hate seeing scores like this, but it doesn't really look like JHU was being cruel. I'm not sure I'd have pulled the starters early in the 3rd on the road versus the #2 team in the conference at 49-14, but I probably would have at 56-14 midway through the 3rd. At 62-14, and finally pulling your starters early in the 4th, I think they were in 1 sequence too long. Looks like the backup qb only threw 4 passes in the 3 series he played. While it is questionable that he threw at all, I can sympathize with wanting to give him at least a few attempts.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on October 22, 2011, 09:45:46 PM
jk, gettysburg has the worst pass defense i have seen since i have been watching d3 football the past 7 years.  they could not cover anyone.  that being said, the game was over at the half, that is when i left and now that i see the final i am glad that i did.  there is no reason for jhu to still be throwing the ball up 49 - 14, let alone for 2 more scores - one by the starting qb.  comparison to the wesley-husson game where i have heard that wesley did not throw a pass in the second half after building a big lead.  i would be ok with the second string qb throwing the second half td's for the reason you said.  jhu has a nice football team, but i think they may run into trouble after the first round of the playoffs because i dont think they can run the ball that well and the playoff teams they face will be much better than gettysburg who is the worst team i have seen this year.  will be interesting to see where they get seeded.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jknezek on October 22, 2011, 09:51:31 PM
Thanks. I figured anyone who was at the game was long gone before the point where it got really ugly. I had to dig through the stats to find what I posted. Appreciated the comments.

As for the playoffs, I think winning a game or two in the playoffs would make a fantastic year for a team like JHU. I don't think there are many schools that can realistically believe they have a shot at going much further. D3 is way too top heavy with a few programs that stand out and a team having a great year just isn't going to compete often with a powerhouse program.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jumpshot on October 23, 2011, 04:54:56 PM
In my opinion, there are no excuses for running up a score as Hopkins did at Gettysburg yesterday. Someday Hopkins will be in Gettysburg's shoes --in football or another sport --- and will then get to experience how wrong it is! Quite surprising that John Hopkins with such sound standards would let the situation get out of control.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 24, 2011, 10:15:37 AM
I wasn't at the game, but in years past Hopkins has been on the other side of one-sided games too. Also, you can't stop throwing the ball early in the second half sinply because you have a big lead. Gettysburg might have made some adjustments at the half which could have changed things. It turns out they didn't, but how would the JHU coaches know that in advance. I think they pulled the starting QB after the first series. Additionall, you have to play the entire second half, so, if you have a third down and 5 or a second and 8, you need to consider all options for getting the first down. You can't blame Hopkins if they throw a short pass and the opponent's defense lets it turn into a long gain or a TD. The score does look ugly but that doesn't mean it was intentionally run-up.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jknezek on October 24, 2011, 10:44:21 AM
Quote from: GoHop on October 24, 2011, 10:15:37 AM
I think they pulled the starting QB after the first series.

I actually looked at the play by play stats. If you look at my post you'll see the starting qb was still in the game until last drive of the 3rd quarter which finished with a td in the 4th quarter. When Gettysburg scored early in the third to go to 49-14 I wouldn't have had a problem sending out the starter for one more series. JHU did that and went up 56-14 midway through the third. Gettysburg then punted and JHU sent out the STARTING QB again for that final series. That's where I have a small problem. 56-14 midway through the 3rd and the other team just punted you don't send the starters out again.

Now, once it went to 62-14 and the starters were pulled, I put the next 3 TDs squarely on Gettysburg. They let JHU's second string offense score two touchdowns in two series and then gave up a fumble return for a TD to finish the game. Should the kid that recovered the fumble have just fallen down and not scored? Eh, sportsmanship says yes but it could be the only TD that second string defensive player ever scores in college. Should the second string qb have thrown 4 passes in 2 series? I don't have a problem with that either since you want that kid to get some real reps.

As I said in my original post, I think JHU left the starters in for one inexcusable series. Other than that, the score looks much crueler than what the JHU coaches were trying to allow.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 24, 2011, 11:59:57 AM
I stand corrected, they should have pulled him earlier.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ExTartanPlayer on October 27, 2011, 10:55:04 AM
Quote from: jumpshot on October 23, 2011, 04:54:56 PM
In my opinion, there are no excuses for running up a score as Hopkins did at Gettysburg yesterday. Someday Hopkins will be in Gettysburg's shoes --in football or another sport --- and will then get to experience how wrong it is! Quite surprising that John Hopkins with such sound standards would let the situation get out of control.

I posted something about this on the SCAC board - you can't judge "running up the score" just by the numbers on the board.  We were debating two games (a 72-0 win by UMHB in 2005 and McMurry's 60-16 win over Texas Lutheran this year) and it's pretty obvious that the game with the "closer" score actually had a much more egregious offense (backup QB throwing a touchdown pass with a 53-16 lead and 32 seconds remaining, after the starting QB threw a touchdown with just five minutes to go) than the 72-0 game (where the starters were pulled after 1 series in the third quarter and the entire fourth quarter was a series of running plays by UMHB's third and fourth-teamers).

I read a story about a high-school game this year with a final score of 84-0, which seems like running up the score at first blush.  Then you find out that the winning coach pulled the starters mid-first-quarter, agreed to kick off to start both halves, and didn't pass the ball once in the second half.  Not as bad as it sounds.

I know of another high school game that ended 70-7, in which the winning team scored touchdowns on their first four offensive snaps and promptly removed the starters.  The JV's played out the game, and you can't exactly tell those kids "Sorry, we know that this is one of the only varsity games you'll get into this year, but we're going to take a knee for the rest of the game."  Getting the chance to play in that game might be the reason that those kids come back out for the team the next year.

I've also made this point before: if you're on the losing end, do you really feel any better if the other team just stops playing the game?  Would you really prefer that they start punting on first down or intentionally fumbling the ball to you?  Doesn't that level of "charity" start to offend you even more than losing by 50?

At the college level, I think it's perfectly reasonable to let the starters play the entire first half and most of the third quarter unless you're approaching triple digits on the scoreboard.  Once the starters are removed, I find it perfectly kosher to let the backups play "normal" football for most of the third and fourth quarter as long as you're not running a hurry-up offense and obviously just trying to rack up points.  Once you're under two minutes to go, probably oughta just take a knee or run fullback dives into the middle.

Specifically referring to the JHU-Gettysburg game: I agree with jknezek that the only "egregious" offense was JHU's starting QB throwing a touchdown pass early in the fourth quarter.  Even if you want to let the starters play the first three quarters, that's fine with me, but with a 56-14 lead as the third quarter ended, the coach probably could have used the quarter break to organize the second-string offense and get them out there.

Beyond that, everything else seems pretty reasonable.  So Hopkins' second-string offense came in and scored two TD's on mostly running plays, and it's not like the few pass plays they ran were deep post patterns or anything.  The last touchdown was a fumble return by a freshman defensive lineman (who's presumably a second- or third-string player, given that he has a total of three tackles for the season).  As knezek says: are you supposed to tell your kids not to play the game?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 27, 2011, 07:50:21 PM
Picks for Oct 29th

McDaniel over Juniata
Muhlenberg over Dickinson
F & M over Susquehanna
Ursinus over Johns Hopkins ( they have had there number for the last few years)
Gettysburg over Moravian


Cortland


enjoy







enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 27, 2011, 08:26:22 PM
McDaniel
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
Hopkins
Gettysburg
Bonus TBD
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 27, 2011, 09:27:19 PM
McDaniel
Muhlenberg
F & M
Johns Hopkins
Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 27, 2011, 10:23:31 PM


GAMES FOR 10/29

Juniata v McDaniel
Dickinson v Mules
Susquehanna v F and M
Ursinus v Hopkins
Gettysburg v Moravian      BONUS PICK..........CORTLAND VS THE COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 27, 2011, 10:26:58 PM

MULEDADDY'S  10/29 picks.......Hopkins
                                           McDaniel
                                           F and M
                                           Gettysburg
                                           Mules

                          Bonus-Cortland
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 27, 2011, 10:42:35 PM


RECAP....RESULTS FROM 10/22 PICK'EMS..........

                                                                  OLD ENDS.....3-2
                                                                   RESERVED SEAT 6-0
                                                                   THE GROVE        6-0
                                                                    GO HOP            6-0
                                                                     69MULE            5-1
                                                                      MULEDADDY      5-1
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 28, 2011, 10:57:57 AM
McDaniel
Muhlenberg
F & M
Johns Hopkins
Gettysburg
TCNJ
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 28, 2011, 12:18:32 PM
Sorry for the double again, but I still can't edit posts.  >:(

McDaniel
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
Hopkins
Gettysburg
Bonus: Cortland

Susquehanna-F&M has been moved up to noon due to the impending snow. Any other changes?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 28, 2011, 10:00:49 PM
Add TCNJ to my picks.
Sounds like a miserable day to watch football.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 29, 2011, 04:36:38 AM
McDaniel
Muhlenberg
F&M
Hopkins
Gettysburg
Bonus: TCNJ
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 29, 2011, 12:44:31 PM
Watching the F & M game.. boy I am glad I live in FL.

Susquehanna is ahead in the 2nd quarter 7 to 0

The weather could change some of the outcomes. the one who have a good ground game have a better chance then those who need to pass more.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 29, 2011, 02:57:19 PM

Allentown.....6" of snow and  windy...end of third qtr....mules 12-devils 0.......Baltimore....late 3rd qtr Hopkins 23 Ursinus 9

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 29, 2011, 06:32:03 PM
Well I guess Ursinus forgot the number they had on Johns Hopkins.. went down twice again this weekend.
Thought F & M could pull it off.
SO it goes

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 30, 2011, 06:26:06 PM
Ugly game at F&M.  Susquehanna looked much better prepared for the conditions.  They seemed to have better traction on the field, and their players on the sideline were wrapped in parkas.  I guess F&M will have open their purse strings and buy some parkas.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 02, 2011, 07:19:55 PM



      11/5 PICKEMS'..............f n m vs hopkins

                                       mcdaniel vs susquehanna

                                       juniata vs moravian                               BONUS.....st john fisher vs salisbury

                                       ursinus vs MULES

                                       dickinson vs g'burg

                                       
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 02, 2011, 07:28:27 PM
RESULTS FROM 10/29
                                thegrove......6-0
                                muledaddy....5-1
                                reservedseat 4-2
                                gohop...........4-2
                                69mule.........4-2
                                oldends........4-2
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 02, 2011, 07:34:59 PM

   Muledaddy's picks for 11/5       Mules  (upset now)
                                             Hopkins (just cruisin')
                                             Susquehanna (respectforthegrove)
                                             Moravian (homefield advantage....barely)
                                             G'burg.....(getthebucket)
                                                                                    st john fisher.....(fliespastgulls)
                                                                                     
                                             
                                                             
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 02, 2011, 10:12:01 PM
muledaddy, thanks for the update.  I think I should be 4-2.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 03, 2011, 10:58:26 AM
Hopkins
Susquehanna
Moravian
Gettysburg
Ursinus
Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 03, 2011, 06:19:11 PM
Thanks for the shout-out, muledaddy. NOW you all start picking Susquehanna!  ;D

Hopkins
Susquehanna
Moravian
Muhlenberg
Gettysburg
SJF
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 03, 2011, 07:55:11 PM
Pick for 11/5
Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna
Moravian
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Salisbury

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 04, 2011, 10:57:54 AM
Ahh.  The Grove, the doyenne of gridiron prognostication, has picked.  Now I can just copy and paste the Grove's picks and at least tie for the lead this week.   ;D Alas, I think St. John Fisher may have a tough time beating Salisbury.  What does the Grove know that we don't.   :-\

Jays
Crusaders
Hounds
Mules
Bullets
Steaks  ??? (Salisbury, that is)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 04, 2011, 02:11:00 PM
F&M

Susquehanna

Moravian                               

Ursinus

Gettysburg

Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 05, 2011, 10:02:40 PM
Almost had the upset.
F&M played Hopkins tough.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 06, 2011, 09:05:21 PM
Ah, 69mule, my only secret has been having more faith in my Crusaders than the rest of you!  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 10, 2011, 09:41:56 AM
picks for the final week

Johns Hopkins over McDaniel
Susquehanna over Juniata
F & M over Gettysburg
Ursinus over Dickinson
Muhlenberg over Moravian

bonus pick Delaware Valley

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 10, 2011, 10:17:22 AM
Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna
F & M
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 10, 2011, 09:28:11 PM
Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna
F & M
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 11, 2011, 03:38:45 PM


GAMES FOR 11/12.....
                                Hopkins v McDaniel
                                Susque v Juniata
                                G'burg v  F and M
                                Ursinus v Dickinson
                                 Moravian v Mules

              BONUS..........Widener v Delval
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 11, 2011, 03:41:57 PM



Muledaddy picks for 11/12....Hopkins,
                                        Susque
                                         F and M
                                         Dickinson
                                         Mules
                                                      WIDENER
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 11, 2011, 03:51:20 PM


Official Muledaddy tabulation of picks for past week 11/5/11 games

                                                                                            GoHop........5-1
                                                                                             69Mule......5-1
                                                                                              Muledaddy.4-2
                                                                                              thegrove....4-2
                                                                                               oldends......3-3
                                                                                                reserved....2-4       
An attempt to post totals for the season weeks 2 through 10 will be made, hopefully in a few days......respectfully submitted...MD
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: kate on November 11, 2011, 04:03:26 PM
Hi muledaddy!  By tomorrow afternoon at this time i SINCERELY hope that your record is 4 and 3! ;)   Huge Aggie fan here- GO DEL VAL!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 11, 2011, 06:50:39 PM

KATE: I hold no grudge over the Aggie 10-9 defeat of the Mules this year.I just think its about time for the Widener team to show up and make the playoffs.Frankly, I have always loved the Aggies, living within an hour of their home all my life.I  go to their games
sometimes for fun and have enjoyed the wy the program has grown from nothing to a pretty good little powerhouse in a relatively
short time.My heart is with them tomorrow, but my Mulebrain says otherwise.

MD
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 11, 2011, 08:43:36 PM
Hopkins
Susquehanna
F & M
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
BONUS: It's a toughie, but I'll take DelVal on the home field advantage.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 12, 2011, 09:48:40 AM
DelVal is my remaining pick
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 12, 2011, 11:56:42 AM
Johns Hopkins
Susquehanna
F & M
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Wiedener
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 12, 2011, 12:04:47 PM
Final pick
Del Val
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Upstate on November 13, 2011, 06:59:39 PM
A St. John Fisher fan here, enlighten me about Hopkins.  What can we look forward to next SatErday?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: sjfcards on November 13, 2011, 08:45:38 PM
Quote from: Timeforachange on November 13, 2011, 06:59:39 PM
A St. John Fisher fan here, enlighten me about Hopkins.  What can we look forward to next SatErday?

Congrats to Johns Hopkins on what looks like a heck of a season. I am excited to see a new opponent for Fisher. What should we expect?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 13, 2011, 08:50:00 PM

Results for  last week of regular season play, games of 11/12
                                                                                   reservedseat.........5-1
                                                                                   oldends.................4-2
                                                                                   thegrove................4-2
                                                                                    69mule..................3-3
                                                                                    gohop....................4-2
                                                                                     muledaddy.............2-4   (all-time personal worst week)             
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Upstate on November 14, 2011, 08:42:17 AM
Wow, this conference is hopping with excitement...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: fisheralum91 on November 14, 2011, 09:39:42 AM
All I hear is crickets!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 14, 2011, 09:45:15 AM
muledaddy, please recheck my picks, I should be 4-2, the only games I missed were Juniata & Gettysburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 14, 2011, 09:50:38 AM
To beat Hopkins you have to control the ball.  F&M(3-7) and McDaniel(2-8) both gave Hopkins fits the last 2 weeks, and neither one os an outstanding team.  F&M controlled the ball for over 40 minutes and only lost by 5.  McDaniel controlled the ball for 32 1/2 minutes and only lost by 4.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: BlueJayNation on November 14, 2011, 10:29:02 AM
Quote from: Timeforachange on November 13, 2011, 06:59:39 PM
A St. John Fisher fan here, enlighten me about Hopkins.  What can we look forward to next SatErday?

You can expect a lot of passing supported by a good running attack. Offensively, the team has a lot of weapons and doesn't rely on a single playmaker. The QB is the focal point, and if he gets time to throw, he's tough to beat. Defensively, the DL sets the tone- they will pressure the QB. This past week, they knocked the 1st and 2nd team QBs out of the game.

As a previous poster noted, to beat Hopkins, it needs to be done with a ball control offense. Mediocre teams played Hopkins close the last 2 games of the year. One did it through ball control (40 min TOP), the other via 6 Hopkins turnovers. Don't expect the turnovers to continue, they made very few during the season. Remains to be seen if the Blue Jays were caught looking ahead since they clinched 2 weeks ago - although they were playing for the team's first undefeated season in history.

What's the story with St. John Fisher? What can Hopkins expect?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Upstate on November 14, 2011, 12:34:21 PM
Quote from: BlueJayNation on November 14, 2011, 10:29:02 AM
Quote from: Timeforachange on November 13, 2011, 06:59:39 PM
A St. John Fisher fan here, enlighten me about Hopkins.  What can we look forward to next SatErday?

You can expect a lot of passing supported by a good running attack. Offensively, the team has a lot of weapons and doesn't rely on a single playmaker. The QB is the focal point, and if he gets time to throw, he's tough to beat. Defensively, the DL sets the tone- they will pressure the QB. This past week, they knocked the 1st and 2nd team QBs out of the game.

As a previous poster noted, to beat Hopkins, it needs to be done with a ball control offense. Mediocre teams played Hopkins close the last 2 games of the year. One did it through ball control (40 min TOP), the other via 6 Hopkins turnovers. Don't expect the turnovers to continue, they made very few during the season. Remains to be seen if the Blue Jays were caught looking ahead since they clinched 2 weeks ago - although they were playing for the team's first undefeated season in history.

What's the story with St. John Fisher? What can Hopkins expect?

Thanks for the info!

Offensively SJF is led by their QB/RB Kramer.  Their starting QB broke his hand and Kramer, a D-1 transfer from Colgate, stepped in and has performed admirably. They run a pistol offense with him that uses a lot of zone reads and some sprint option, he's got great speed & can get around the edge quickly.  They like to run the ball behind their big O-line (they average 6'3" 310lbs) and their preseason AA RT. 

They have a good pair of starting senior WRs (combined for 137 rec, 1800yds, 21 TDs as JRs) but the lack of a prototypical QB this year has hurt their numbers but they can still make big plays.  They have a SO RB that has taken over halfway though the season, he has deceptive speed & quickness, he wont break one long but he has a knack for getting through a hole quickly & into the 2nd/3rd level.

Defensively they run a hybrid defense, it's like a 3-3-5.  They like to give a bunch of different looks to confuse the O-line & like to bring pressure from everywhere. They have really good trio of safeties that are always around the ball and any three of them can blitz up the middle or off the edge.  They have good size up the middle with their NG (6'6', 325) & their ILBers (6'0" 230, 6'0" 260) that allows them to keep the run game in front of them & allow the 3-3 looks. 

They've had two major break downs defensively this year.  One was when an opponent had back to back bye weeks and 21 days to break down the SJF team.  Hobart did a great job of breaking down the SJF defense & the SJF offense was very young and developing since they still were trying to find out what they had at QB with Kramer.  Hobart jumped on top of them early & the SJF offense had 4-5 drives that lasted less than 5 plays to start the game.  Then Salisbury is just Salisbury & their triple option with a legit passing attack is a pain to stop regardless.

I'm pumped to see this match up, SJF's strength has been defense this year and it looks as though Hopkins has a great offense so I'm hoping for a great game either way!

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 14, 2011, 06:05:16 PM
Congrats to the Players of the Academic All-District Teams
www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/11-10-Academic

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 14, 2011, 06:10:39 PM
Final stats are in for the season
www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/Stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2011-12/Stats/confldrs.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 30, 2011, 05:41:59 PM
So what's the final pick'em tally??
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on December 01, 2011, 07:52:40 PM
Think muledaddy has forgotten the final results maybe this will help remind him.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on December 05, 2011, 08:20:30 PM

   FINAL CC PICKEM TABULATIONS.....FINALLY FOUND A PENCIL WITH A GOOD ERASER

   1.theGrove................................35-5...........87.5%  .......GRAND CHAMP
   2.goHop....................................31-12.........72. %
   3.69Mule 33-14.........70.2%
   4.reservedseat...........................31-14.........68.8%
   5.muledaddy..............................31-16.........65.9%
   6.oldends..................................30-16.........65.2%

Sincere best wishes for the holiday season and new year.......seeya next fall.......I hope
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on December 06, 2011, 01:11:49 PM
Thanks, muledaddy!

It was a fun run. Ya'll will probably have the advantage next year, though, since TheGrove will no longer be in the 'grove. Don't know how many, if any, games I'll catch.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: USTBench on December 07, 2011, 11:17:19 AM
So, turns out Jerry Sandusky was turned down for a job at Juniata. Wonder why?

http://deadspin.com/5865897/jerry-sandusky-applied-for-a-coaching-job-last-year-was-rejected-for-pretty-obvious-reasons
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on December 10, 2011, 06:05:56 PM
Tim Keating has stepped down as HC at McDaniel.  No decision on an interim coach or plan for a replacement at this time.

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/keating-out-as-mcdaniel-football-coach/article_949e65b0-ba20-5a88-bb33-b8efe0186293.html


http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/mcdaniel-president-discusses-keating-other-departures/article_cfa1bae1-7d9e-5329-88ce-40c9ce01e825.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: CBE on December 16, 2011, 11:48:49 PM
OC Aaron Bartolain was named interim coach at McDaniel.


http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/sports/colleges/mcdaniel/bartolain-named-mcdaniel-s-interim-football-coach/article_6a4c0c79-362e-5fd8-87a1-a417f0b7feb2.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on February 04, 2012, 10:31:36 AM
McDaniel finally broke ground on the new stadium.

https://www.mcdaniel.edu/11980.htm (https://www.mcdaniel.edu/11980.htm)

Hearing that a coach should be in place by or in March.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on February 21, 2012, 08:38:32 PM
Quote from: pizzashop on February 04, 2012, 10:31:36 AM
McDaniel finally broke ground on the new stadium.

https://www.mcdaniel.edu/11980.htm (https://www.mcdaniel.edu/11980.htm)


Does that mean the visiting fans might have actual seats?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: pizzashop on March 01, 2012, 06:11:42 PM
Don't think so, but you're better off arriving early and taking advantage of the tailgaiting tradition anyway.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on March 03, 2012, 09:50:27 PM
Quote from: pizzashop on March 01, 2012, 06:11:42 PM
Don't think so, but you're better off arriving early and taking advantage of the tailgaiting tradition anyway.

No thanks. Drunks screaming obscenities and lewd comments at opposing fans and cheerleaders is not my idea of a great tailgating tradition.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: mcdanielsid on March 05, 2012, 10:37:59 AM
New head coach hired at McDaniel. Mike Hoyt, former associate head coach and defensive coordinator at Albright.

http://www.mcdanielathletics.com/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/20120305_hoyt (http://www.mcdanielathletics.com/sports/fball/2011-12/releases/20120305_hoyt)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: greekgeek on March 23, 2012, 01:57:37 PM
Wasn't there another Sandusky at Albright a few years back ?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WMCheerman on May 07, 2012, 03:04:40 AM
Does anyone else think that McDaniel should have been in the mens lacrosse national tournament instead of a school like Connecticut college, which was rank worse in nearly every category by lax power. Is this bias for NESAC schools? 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on May 09, 2012, 12:09:38 AM
The NESCAC schools do well in just about every sport we track in terms of strength of schedule.
Title: Centennial Conference Football Kick-Off
Post by: commish on July 02, 2012, 10:24:02 AM
Save the date! The Centennial Conference Football Kickoff is set for Wednesday, August 1. The 10 head coaches will talk about the upcoming season and their team's prospects for 2012. More information to come.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on July 09, 2012, 04:52:40 PM
Hopkins to get new locker rooms, office space and conference room for football:

http://www.HopkinsSports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/070912aaa.html

They added the video board at Homewood Field last summer.  Nice additions for a program already excelling on the field and in the classroom. Hard to top that combination of success and academics.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on July 11, 2012, 08:54:53 AM
One month until report date.  Hopkins to welcome 31 freshmen from 16 different states to Homewood.

http://www.HopkinsSports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/071012aaj.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SUADC on July 11, 2012, 10:50:24 AM
Quote from: jhu on July 11, 2012, 08:54:53 AM
One month until report date.  Hopkins to welcome 31 freshmen from 16 different states to Homewood.

http://www.HopkinsSports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/071012aaj.html

There are two things that I find interesting about this report. First, Out of the 31 players, only two are from the state of Maryland and three total from the DMV :o. Second, the representation from 16 states, that's amazing!
Title: Centennial Conference Kickoff
Post by: commish on July 23, 2012, 03:08:33 PM
The 2012 Centennial Conference Kickoff is set for Wednesday, August 1, beginning at 10:30 a.m. More information to come tomorrow ... and get your questions ready for the 10 head coaches. #CCKickoff12
Title: Centennial Conference Kickoff
Post by: commish on July 24, 2012, 09:07:55 AM
The 2012 Centennial Conference Football Kickoff will be held on Wednesday, August 1, beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, Pa. This is a unique format in which the 10 head football coaches in the Conference will interact with the media and fans in three different formats:

1) A traditional media conference format where the head coach speaks to assembled media and takes questions;

2) A one-on-one sit-down conversation with our emcee - Mike Straub - about the upcoming season and the Division III experience. Each coach will appear live for a 10-minute interview, featuring YOUR questions! Got a question for your favorite coach? Post them to our Facebook page or Tweet them to us using the hashtag #CCKickoff12. Then watch the stream to see if your question is selected!

3) A live interactive one-on-one chat with each coach. Each coach will sit down for a live 10-minute chat with you, the Centennial Conference fans. Join us on our Cover it Live blog and ask your coach what to expect this season!

We hope you can join us, either in person, via video stream or by participating on our blog, as the Centennial Conference begins its 30th season of football. More information can be found below.

Link: http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2012-13/kickoff/
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on July 24, 2012, 11:14:30 AM
F&M has posted their 2012 / 2013 roster on their website:

http://godiplomats.com/sports/m-footbl/2012-13/roster

Title: #CCKickoff12
Post by: commish on July 31, 2012, 10:05:42 AM
Join us on Wednesday for the Centennial Conference Football Kickoff - an interactive media session with our 10 head coaches. Watch the press conference, ask questions during our conversations with each coach, chat on our blog. Keep the conversation going on Twitter with the hashtag #CCKickoff12. We'll also release our preseason poll of coaches and SIDs. Did you know that the poll has been correct 12 of the last 14 years? It promises to be a great day as we kick off the 2012 season. See you beginning at 10:30 a.m. http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2012-13/kickoff
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on August 01, 2012, 11:14:01 AM
Hopkins tops 2012 CC Preseason Football Poll:

2012 Centennial Conference Preseason Poll
Rk.  School – Points (1st-Place Votes)

1.  Johns Hopkins – 153 (14)
2.  Ursinus – 137 (4)
3.  Muhlenberg – 126 (1)
4.  Gettysburg – 96
5.  Susquehanna – 92
6.  Franklin & Marshall – 85
7.  Dickinson – 71 (1)
8.  McDaniel – 68
9.  Moravian – 53
10.  Juniata – 19
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on August 01, 2012, 07:34:06 PM
I like that fifth spot. Hopefully we can sneak up on people like we did last year.  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on August 16, 2012, 08:46:50 AM
What's the scrimmage schedule out there?  JHU @ Catholic on Aug. 22 at 7 pm.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: iamhuge on August 25, 2012, 02:19:23 PM
Quote from: jhu on August 16, 2012, 08:46:50 AM
What's the scrimmage schedule out there?  JHU @ Catholic on Aug. 22 at 7 pm.

F&M scrimmaged Lycoming.  There was an article on the outcome here.  https://www.sungazette.com/page/blogs.detail/display/1034/Lycoming-football-wins-scrimmage-with-F-M.html

Looks like Lycoming has a formidable defense.  Is their league tougher than the CC?

 

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on August 26, 2012, 01:11:08 PM
I will also ask for the opinion of the Mid-Atlantic gurus on the two leagues, but I consider the MAC a bit stronger. If you matched the teams, MAC #1 vs CC #1, MAC #2 vs CC #2, ...  MAC #10 vs CC #10, then I think that the MAC would win 6 games to 4.



Of course, when I get home tonight, I will look at my copy of Kickoff and do their mathematical head-to-head.   ;)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: FCGrizzliesGrad on August 26, 2012, 02:07:29 PM
ANYONE INTERESTED IN BEING PART OF THE 2012 TOP 25 FAN POLL (http://www.d3boards.com/index.php?topic=7065.msg1434525#msg1434525):
Please send me a PM with your ballot. I'd like to get a preseason poll up by Thursday night.

During the season ballots shall be due by Tuesdays so I can get them up Tuesday night.

Remember, this is just fun and we aren't part of the BCS Formula... yet ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on August 28, 2012, 06:17:19 PM
The Johns Hopkins season preview has been posted.  They don't mention freshmen ... just returning players ... in their annual preview.

http://www.HopkinsSports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/082812aaa.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 02, 2012, 10:21:32 PM
Hey, the season started yesterday... why the crickets in here?

Susquehanna beat Merchant Marine. How did the rest of the conference fare?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: footballfan413 on September 08, 2012, 05:20:48 PM
To fans of D-3 football everywhere.  I am honored to have been asked to spread the word regarding a new cancer fund that has been established to help Tom Pattison, UW-W sports broadcaster and founder of www.warhawkfootball.com    I and my family know, all to well, how a cancer diagnosis can be devastating to a families daily lives and finances. Please, consider making even the smallest donation to Tom.

The following is an open letter by Retired UW-W Coach Bob Berezowitz:

Team Tom Cancer Fund Drive established

Once a Warhawk, always a Warhawk are the often spoken words by Tom Pattison, longtime "voice" of the Warhawks. Over the many years of broadcasting UW-Whitewater football, basketball and baseball games on KOOL 106.5 (and prior to that (940 WFAW), Tom has "bled purple" during each one of his broadcasts.

Unfortunately, on May 28, 2012 Tom was diagnosed with advanced stage 2 colon cancer. He underwent colorectal cancer surgery in Fort Atkinson and in the process has developed astronomical hospital and medical bills.

Tom has already gone through the first phase of radiation treatment at the UW Cancer Clinic along with chemotherapy with phase two starting later this month.

Tom has given his heart and soul to Warhawk athletics over his 25 years of living here in southern Wisconsin. He served six years as the president of the UW-Whitewater Quarterback Club and still serves on the club's board of directors.

In 2003 Tom founded Warhawkfootball.com where Warhawk fans, players, former players and parents have been able to view up-to-date Warhawk football news and information 365 days a year. Nearly 1.5 million visitors have clicked onto the Website over the years.

The Website that has been funded entirely by Tom has been a popular "voice" for Warhawk football fans not only locally but around the world.

Well now Tom needs your assistance in his battle with cancer.

With the help and leadership of UW-Whitewater Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Paul Plinke and former Warhawk football coach Bob Berezowitz and KOOL 106.5 Radio a team has been set up to lead a campaign to raise funds for Tom.

The "Team Tom Cancer Fund" has been established through Commercial Bank in Whitewater and is now accepting donations.

Donations may be sent to: Team Tom Cancer Fund, c/o Commercial Bank, 200 South Freemont St. Whitewater, WI 53190


The fund raising drive will also include Tom Pattison Day at Perkins Stadium on Oct. 6, 2012. More details will be announced shortly.

"I have known Tom for many years while coaching and now in retirement," Berezowitz said. "There is not another person who has given more of himself to help promote UW-Whitewater football. He is always writing articles for both past and present players that are published on his Website.

It is now our turn to say "thank you" for his efforts by considering making a donation to the to assist Tom in his time of need.

Go Warhawks,
Bob Berezowitz
UW-Whitewater Football Coach/Retired
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: WMCheerman on September 10, 2012, 10:56:54 PM
What was cause of McDaniel's Joe Rollins "disqualification" in Saturday's game against Moravian? That was very unusual for a football game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 11, 2012, 11:46:34 PM
Howdy to all the Centennial fans!  We have been a little slow to start posting this season.  Would love to hear from all of you with your pickems for this week.  I volunteer to be the pickems administrator this year.  Unless anyone else wants the honor.
Here are this week's games:

Susquehanna @   Dickinson       
Juniata @   Gettysburg    
Ursinus  @Frank. & Marsh.    
Muhlenberg @ McDaniel       
Moravian @ Johns Hopkins       

Have fun!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 12, 2012, 09:34:35 AM
dickinson
gettysburg
ursinus
muhlenberg
hopkins

has been very quiet here, hopefully things will pick up with the pick'em
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 12, 2012, 12:40:11 PM
Susquehanna
Gettysburg   
Frank. & Marsh.   
Muhlenberg     
Johns Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 12, 2012, 05:29:24 PM
Dickinson       
Gettysburg   
Frank. & Marsh.   
Muhlenberg     
Johns Hopkins
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 12, 2012, 06:47:46 PM
I'll ditto Reserved Seat!
Dickinson       
Gettysburg   
Frank. & Marsh.   
Muhlenberg     
Johns Hopkins

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 12, 2012, 07:08:31 PM
Good to see some action in here!

Susquehanna       
Gettysburg   
Ursinus     
Muhlenberg       
Johns Hopkins       

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 13, 2012, 01:16:12 AM
Quote from: TheGrove on September 02, 2012, 10:21:32 PM
Hey, the season started yesterday... why the crickets in here?

Susquehanna beat Merchant Marine. How did the rest of the conference fare?

So Grove, what do you mean by "crickets". 

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 13, 2012, 07:05:10 PM
Quote from: 69mule on September 13, 2012, 01:16:12 AM
Quote from: TheGrove on September 02, 2012, 10:21:32 PM
Hey, the season started yesterday... why the crickets in here?

Susquehanna beat Merchant Marine. How did the rest of the conference fare?

So Grove, what do you mean by "crickets".

Thankfully, things have picked up! I'd been hanging out on the Liberty League board just to hear some chatter!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 13, 2012, 11:47:48 PM
Quote from: 69mule on September 13, 2012, 01:16:12 AM
Quote from: TheGrove on September 02, 2012, 10:21:32 PM
Hey, the season started yesterday... why the crickets in here?

Susquehanna beat Merchant Marine. How did the rest of the conference fare?

So Grove, what do you mean by "crickets".

Crickets is a common phrase to describe silence.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 14, 2012, 09:17:02 PM
hopkins
mules,bullets,bears,devils......thanks, Pat........here we go........
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 18, 2012, 12:01:59 AM
Below are the results for week #3 (pickems week #1)
Nice picks NJF 1003!  Welcome to the CC boards.  Is this rookie good luck or do we have an expert prognosticator on our hands?
I forgot about the bonus pick.  My apologies.  There will be 2 bonus picks this week to even things up.

WEEK 1           W   L    PCT.
RESERVED SEAT   5   0   1.000
NJF 1003`           5   0   1.000
MULEDADDY   4   1   0.800
69 MULE           4   1   0.800
GO HOP           4      1   0.800
THE GROVE   3   2   0.600
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 19, 2012, 01:05:30 AM
Pickems for week #4:

Dickinson @ Moravian    
Gettysburg @ Susquehanna    
Ursinus @ McDaniel    
F & M @ Juniata    
Hopkins @   Muhlenberg    
Bonus Picks:         
Lycoming @ Albright
Buffalo State @ Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2012, 09:45:09 PM
Dickinson   
Gettysburg   
Ursinus   
F & M   
Hopkins   
Bonus Picks:         
Lycoming
Buffalo State @ Salisbury--game next week
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 19, 2012, 10:15:39 PM
I was so amped when I saw Buffalo State as the next game on Salisbury's schedule I neglected to look at the date.  Thanks, Reserved Seat.  My apologies. We'll use that one for next week and just have 1 bonus game this week.  Here are the revised pickems:

Dickinson @ Moravian   
Gettysburg @ Susquehanna   
Ursinus @ McDaniel   
F & M @ Juniata   
Hopkins @   Muhlenberg   
Bonus Pick:         
Lycoming @ Albright
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 20, 2012, 12:40:59 AM
Dickinson
Susquehanna   
Ursinus
F & M
Hopkins
Bonus Pick:   
Lycoming
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 20, 2012, 09:01:54 AM
Dickinson
Gettysburg
Ursinus
F&M
Hopkins
Lycoming
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 20, 2012, 09:04:10 PM
So... I guess I'm going with all the away teams....

Dickinson   
Gettysburg   
Ursinus   
F & M   
Hopkins   
Bonus Picks:
Lycoming
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 20, 2012, 10:59:17 PM
Moravian
Gettysburg
Ursinus
F & M
Muhlenberg
Lycoming
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 22, 2012, 08:53:33 PM
Wild game between F&M and Juniata.  F&M's quarterback put up an unusual line.  26-30 with 5 TDs   More touchdowns than incompletions.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 27, 2012, 01:11:56 PM
2 Bonus picks this week to make up for none in the first week (week 3).
Will have the results from last week posted later today.
Moravian @ Ursinus
Juniata  @ Johns Hopkins
McDaniel @ Gettysburg 
Frank. & Marsh. @ Dickinson   
Muhlenberg  @ Susquehanna 
Bonus Games:
Carnegie Mellon @ Wabash
Buffalo State @ Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 27, 2012, 01:57:32 PM
Ursinus
Johns Hopkins
Gettysburg 
Frank. & Marsh.   
Susquehanna 
Bonus Games:
Carnegie Mellon
Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 27, 2012, 02:33:26 PM
Ursinus
Hopkins
Gettysburg
F&M
Muhlenberg
Wabash
Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 27, 2012, 05:50:53 PM
Ursinus
Johns Hopkins
Gettysburg 
F&M
Susquehanna  (it's Homecoming... I'm not going against my alma mater)
Bonus Games:
Carnegie Mellon
Buffalo State
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on September 27, 2012, 07:40:43 PM
moravian

hopkins

g'burg

f & m,

mules...........BONUS.....wabash, salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 27, 2012, 10:01:32 PM
This week is a little more challenging...

Ursinus, if it was at Moravian I might lean towards the other way
Johns Hopkins, ok that ones not bad
Gettysburg, not too bad either 
Frank. & Marsh., this one is tough, but I have to go w/ my Dips   
Muhlenberg, but susquehanna has a chance   

Bonus Games:
Carnegie Mellon
Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 27, 2012, 10:51:31 PM
WEEK 2          W    L      overall   
RESERVED SEAT   5   1   0.909   10W-1L
NJF 1003`     5   1      0.909    10W-1L
MULEDADDY   0   0   0.800   4W-1L  Missed you last week, Muledaddy
69 MULE           5   1      0.818    9W-2L
GO HOP           5   1   0.818   9W-2L
THE GROVE   4   2   0.636   7W-4L
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 27, 2012, 11:05:31 PM
Ursinus
Johns Hopkins
Gettysburg
Dickinson   
Muhlenberg
Bonus Games:
Carnegie Mellon
Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 03, 2012, 12:34:33 PM

This week's pickems (will have standings posted soon):
Ursinus @ Juniata 
Susquehanna @ Moravian   
McDaniel @ Frank.& Marsh. 
Johns Hopkins @ Dickinson   
Gettysburg @ Muhlenberg     
Bonus pick:
Willamette @ Whitworth
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 03, 2012, 01:00:53 PM
This are for next week, at least the Centennial games.
Is the bonus pick for this week or next?

Ursinus
Moravian   
Frank.& Marsh. 
Johns Hopkins   
Muhlenberg     
Bonus guess:
Willamette
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 03, 2012, 03:48:23 PM
Oops.  My bad! :-[

Lets take a week off as I didn't see that this week is a bye week in the CC.   I need to check my work!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 03, 2012, 05:57:41 PM
Sounds good.  Thanks for your effort.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 04, 2012, 01:42:41 AM
Week 5 standings (our week 3)
WEEK 5           W    L   OVERALL   
RESERVED SEAT   6   1   0.889   16W-2L
GO HOP           6       1    .833          15W-3L
NJF 1003           5       2       0.833   15W-3L
MULEDADDY   5   2    0.750   9W-3L
69 MULE           4   3        0.722    13W-5L
THE GROVE   5   2    0.667   12W-6L
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 09, 2012, 10:50:19 PM
This week's picks:
Ursinus @ Juniata
Susquehanna @ Moravian   
McDaniel @ Frank.& Marsh.
Johns Hopkins @ Dickinson   
Gettysburg @ Muhlenberg     
Bonus pick:
St. John Fisher @ Alfred
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 10, 2012, 08:35:13 AM
Ursinus
Susquehanna
F&M
Hopkins
Gettysburg
St. John Fisher
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 10, 2012, 09:14:40 AM
Ursinus
Moravian   
Frank.& Marsh. 
Johns Hopkins   
Muhlenberg     
Bonus guess:
St. John Fisher
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 10, 2012, 04:07:20 PM
Juniata - Yes, Juniata.   They have been improving and this week they'll enjoy the upset.
Susquehanna
Frank.& Marsh.
Johns Hopkins   
Muhlenberg     - Gettysburg looks really good but like the Beach Boys said: "Be true to your school".
Bonus pick:
Alfred
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 10, 2012, 06:16:22 PM
Juniata
Susquehanna
Frank.& Marsh.
Johns Hopkins
Muhlenberg     
Bonus pick:
St. John Fisher
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 12, 2012, 06:10:21 PM

URSINUS
SUSQ
F & M
HOPKINS
MULES
ALFRED...........hunch bet.....wedding of 2 Alfred grads at Watkins glen on sat....goood luck, Mike and Mickie....I'm comin'
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 15, 2012, 09:02:01 PM

I feel good.........nice weekend
       
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 17, 2012, 01:48:19 PM
Hey Muledaddy!   Nice job on a perfect week for your picks.  How was the wedding?

This week's picks below.  Will post the results as soon as I can.

Susquehanna @ Ursinus   
Gettysburg @ Johns Hopkins
Dickinson @ McDaniel   
Juniata @Muhlenberg 
Moravian @ Frank. & Marsh.
Bonus pick:
Louisiana College @ Sul Ross State 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 17, 2012, 03:35:35 PM
Ursinus   
Johns Hopkins
Dickinson
Muhlenberg 
F&M

Bonus pick:
Louisiana College
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 17, 2012, 10:18:41 PM
I am enjoying your pick'ems.

Pineville La to Alpine TX  = 800 miles and 13 hrs on the road anyway you go.

Plus, it is a climb from 118' above sea level to 4475' above sea level, the highest football field in D3.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 17, 2012, 11:33:17 PM
Thanks for your insight, Ralph.  Glad you like the pickems!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 18, 2012, 08:11:31 AM
Susquehanna
Hopkins
McDaniel
Muhlenberg
F&M
Louisiana College
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 18, 2012, 07:03:47 PM
LAST WEEK'S RESULTS AND OVERALL STANDINGS.  MULEDADDY SURGES INTO A TIE FOR THE LEAD WITH RESERVED SEAT WITH A PERFECT WEEK.

WEEK 6-----------   W   L   OVERALL   
RESERVED SEAT-   4   2   0.833-   20W-4L
MULEDADDY------   6   0   0.833-   15W-3L
GO HOP-----------   4   2   0.792-   19W-5L
NJF 1003 ---------   4   2   0.792-   19W-5L
69 MULE----------   5   1   0.750-   18W-6L
THE GROVE------   0   0   0.667-   12W-6L
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on October 18, 2012, 08:09:36 PM


   Susquehanna
   Hopkins
   Dickinson
   Mules
   F & M
Sul Ross..............hometown upset

CONGRATS TO THE NEWLYWEDS......a great wedding....and an Alfred upset.......
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 18, 2012, 09:40:35 PM
Ursinus   
Johns Hopkins
Dickinson   
Muhlenberg 
Frank. & Marsh.
Bonus pick:
Louisiana College
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 18, 2012, 11:52:15 PM
Ursinus   
Johns Hopkins
McDaniel   
Muhlenberg
Frank. & Marsh.

Sul Ross -  Hmmmmm.  800 mile bus ride, 1 mile elevation, home field advantage.   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 19, 2012, 08:44:09 PM
Well, I'm back after a two-plus-week interval where I was sans computer. I've missed the pick'em. I'll try to jump back in next week for the fun of it.  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 19, 2012, 10:02:16 PM
Can't get the video of the JHU-Gettysburg game. LiveStats is working tho'.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 19, 2012, 10:12:21 PM
Hey, The Grove!  Welcome back.  You could make things interesting and pick the Saturday games.  8-)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: SUADC on October 19, 2012, 10:26:02 PM
Appears as if Johns Hopkins and Gettysburg might be going down to the wire...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 19, 2012, 11:08:15 PM
Quote from: 69mule on October 19, 2012, 10:12:21 PM
Hey, The Grove!  Welcome back.  You could make things interesting and pick the Saturday games.  8-)

Well, thanks! I'm a bit out of the loop, but I'll take a stab at it. All but the top two, right? (BTW, Friday games? What's up with that?)


Dickinson   
Muhlenberg 
Frank. & Marsh.
Bonus pick:
Sul Ross State
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 19, 2012, 11:18:09 PM
JHU pulled it out in the fourth quarter. They scored the last 21 points.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 22, 2012, 08:28:45 AM
F&M's offensive line put together another terrific game.  The quarterback had all day to look for receivers, and the backs had huge holes to run through.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: onetinsoldier on October 23, 2012, 08:41:58 AM
two centennial coaches currently in top ten

http://coachoftheyear.com/
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D O.C. on October 24, 2012, 02:17:58 PM

Opinions please....if I'm going to be in Silver Spring, MD, on  Saturday the 27th, what would be my best game to see within an hour and a half?
Disappointed Hopkins will be in PA.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 24, 2012, 02:28:23 PM
Johns Hopkins @ Ursinus 
Muhlenberg @ Dickinson   
Frank. & Marsh.@ Susquehanna   
Moravian @ Gettysburg
McDaniel @ Juniata
Bonus Pick:
Cortland State @ Kean 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 24, 2012, 03:36:19 PM
Quote from: D O.C. on October 24, 2012, 02:17:58 PM

Opinions please....if I'm going to be in Silver Spring, MD, on  Saturday the 27th, what would be my best game to see within an hour and a half?
Disappointed Hopkins will be in PA.

Looks like the Washington & Lee @ Catholic U.  Might be the only game in town if you don't want to drive a long way.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 24, 2012, 06:32:11 PM
Johns Hopkins 
Dickinson   
Susquehanna  (oh, why not.)
Gettysburg
Juniata
Bonus Pick:
Cortland State
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 25, 2012, 01:54:56 AM
WEEK 7-----------   W   L   OVERALL   
RESERVED SEAT-   6   0   0.867-   26W-4L
NJF 1003 ---------   6   0   0.833-   25W-5L
MULEDADDY------   4   2   0.792-   19W-5L
GO HOP-----------   4   2   0.767-   23W-7L
69 MULE----------   4   2   0.733-   22W-8L
THE GROVE------   3   1   0.682-   15W-7L

Reserved Seat and NJF were perfect last week. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 25, 2012, 09:27:27 AM
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
F&M
Gettysburg
Juniata
Kean
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 25, 2012, 10:38:35 AM
This week's guesses:
Johns Hopkins 
Muhlenberg   
Frank. & Marshall 
Gettysburg
Juniata
Bonus Pick:
Cortland State
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 25, 2012, 03:36:50 PM
Johns Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Frank. & Marsh.
Gettysburg
Juniata
Bonus Pick:
Cortland State
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 25, 2012, 09:21:22 PM
Lots of agreement this week!
Johns Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Frank. & Marsh.
Gettysburg
Juniata

Bonus Pick:
Cortland State
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 27, 2012, 03:56:48 PM
Ugly loss by F&M.  Over double in every offensive category, but turnovers kill them.  Susquehanna comes up with key plays.  Eighty yard touchdown pass and an interception for another touchdown.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 27, 2012, 08:56:26 PM
My faith in my alma mater is beginning to pay off again.  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 28, 2012, 05:25:58 AM
Quote from: TheGrove on October 27, 2012, 08:56:26 PM
My faith in my alma mater is beginning to pay off again.  ;D

If you look at it, your pick wasn't such a stretch.  After all, Susquhanna shut out the Mules and the Mules shut out F&M.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 28, 2012, 03:18:29 PM
Quote from: 69mule on October 28, 2012, 05:25:58 AM
Quote from: TheGrove on October 27, 2012, 08:56:26 PM
My faith in my alma mater is beginning to pay off again.  ;D

If you look at it, your pick wasn't such a stretch.  After all, Susquhanna shut out the Mules and the Mules shut out F&M.

Be that as it may, I believe I was the only one to pick them.  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 28, 2012, 07:56:10 PM
Quote from: TheGrove on October 28, 2012, 03:18:29 PM
Quote from: 69mule on October 28, 2012, 05:25:58 AM
Quote from: TheGrove on October 27, 2012, 08:56:26 PM
My faith in my alma mater is beginning to pay off again.  ;D

If you look at it, your pick wasn't such a stretch.  After all, Susquhanna shut out the Mules and the Mules shut out F&M.

Be that as it may, I believe I was the only one to pick them.  ;D
No argument there. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 31, 2012, 10:33:38 PM
This weeks pickems:
Gettysburg @  Dickinson Fri 7:00 PM            
Moravian @ Juniata             
Johns Hopkins @ Frank. & Marsh.             
Ursinus @ Muhlenberg            
Susquehanna @ McDaniel            
Bonus Pick:            
Bridgewater @ Randolph-Macon            
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 31, 2012, 10:54:10 PM
WEEK 8-----------   W   L   OVERALL   
RESERVED SEAT-   5   1   0.861-   31W-5L
NJF 1003 ---------   5   1   0.833-   30W-6L
MULEDADDY------   0   0   0.792-   19W-5L
GO HOP-----------   4   2   0.750-   27W-9L
69 MULE----------   4   2   0.750-   27W-9L
THE GROVE------   5   1   0.714-   20W-8L
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 01, 2012, 04:37:44 PM
Gettysburg
Moravian
Johns Hopkins           
Ursinus
Susquehanna           
Bonus Pick:           
Bridgewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 01, 2012, 11:47:28 PM
Gettysburg
Juniata             
Johns Hopkins         
Muhlenberg           
Susquehanna             
Bonus Pick:           
Bridgewater       
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 02, 2012, 12:01:06 PM
Gettysburg
Moravian
F&M       
Muhlenberg           
Susquehanna             
Bonus Pick:           
Bridgewater       
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 02, 2012, 12:50:39 PM
Gettysburg           
Juniata             
Frank. & Marsh.             
Muhlenberg           
Susquehanna           
Bonus Pick:           
Bridgewater 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 03, 2012, 09:23:08 AM
SaT am pickin....sorry

hopkins,juniata,mules,susquehanna...bridgewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 03, 2012, 04:35:42 PM
Well... this weekend was interesting.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 03, 2012, 08:12:19 PM
Great game at F&M.  I guess neither team has a kicking game.  Few opportunities taken to try field goals.
Bonus games are killing me.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 07, 2012, 11:45:24 AM
This week's pickems:
McDaniel  @ Johns Hopkins   
Muhlenberg @ Moravian 
Frank. & Marsh.@ Gettysburg
Juniata @ Susquehanna   
Dickinson @ Ursinus
Bonus pick:
St. John Fisher @ Utica
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 08, 2012, 09:08:45 AM
Johns Hopkins   
Muhlenberg
Frank. & Marsh.
Susquehanna   
Ursinus(home team)
Bonus pick:
St. John Fisher(no clue)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 08, 2012, 05:20:27 PM
Hopkins   
Moravian 
Gettysburg
Susquehanna   
Ursinus
Bonus pick:
St. John Fisher
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 09, 2012, 04:27:12 PM
Hopkins
Muhlenburg
F&M
Susq
Ursinus
St. John Fisher
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: muledaddy on November 09, 2012, 09:01:51 PM


same as NJF.....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 10, 2012, 10:10:12 AM
Last week's results:
WEEK 9-----------         OVERALL   
RESERVED SEAT-   4   2   0.833-   35W-7L
NJF 1003 ---------   3   3   0.786-   33W-9L
MULEDADDY------   3   2   0.759-   22W-7L
GO HOP-----------   0   0   0.750-   27W-9L
69 MULE----------   3   3   0.714-   30W-12L
THE GROVE------   1   5   0.618-   21W-13L

NJF and Reserved Seat nailed the F&M upset.  Reserved seat looks like he's in control of his own destiny  :D for the CC Pickems Championship.

Where are you GoHop?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 10, 2012, 10:21:04 AM
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Ursinus
Utica
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 10, 2012, 05:41:51 PM
Hi Everyone:

Just back form a long sailing trip with the family sorry I got back to late to get in any of the polls. Will take the next few days catching up. Hope no one has storm damage from Sandy.

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 14, 2012, 08:30:09 PM
Hi Old Ends!
Great to see you back on the CC boards.  We missed you this season and hope to hear from you next September.  Sounds like you had quite an adventure,  We would love to hear some stories about the trip.

All the best!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 14, 2012, 08:53:18 PM
WEEK 10----------         OVERALL   
RESERVED SEAT-   4   2   0.813-   39W-9L
NJF 1003 ---------   5   1   0.792-   38W-10L
MULEDADDY------   5   1   0.771-   27W-8L
GO HOP-----------   0   0   0.750-   27W-9L
69 MULE----------   5   1   0.729-   35W-13L
THE GROVE------   4   2   0.625-   25W-15L

Best of luck to the Jays in the NCAA playoffs.  That 2nd round game should be a doozy!  Go Mules and go Dips in the ECAC bowls.  All in all, a good year for the CC with 3 teams in the post season.

Reserved Seat hung on to edge NJF by one game to become the 2012 CC Boards Pickems Champion.   Are you headed to Disneyland, Reserved Seat?
Have a great Thanksgiving and holiday season to all.  Hope to see you in September.

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 14, 2012, 11:07:16 PM
Quote from: 69mule on November 14, 2012, 08:53:18 PM
WEEK 10----------         OVERALL   
RESERVED SEAT-   4   2   0.813-   39W-9L
NJF 1003 ---------   5   1   0.792-   38W-10L
MULEDADDY------   5   1   0.771-   27W-8L
GO HOP-----------   0   0   0.750-   27W-9L
69 MULE----------   5   1   0.729-   35W-13L
THE GROVE------   4   2   0.625-   25W-15L

Best of luck to the Jays in the NCAA playoffs.  That 2nd round game should be a doozy!  Go Mules and go Dips in the ECAC bowls.  All in all, a good year for the CC with 3 teams in the post season.

Reserved Seat hung on to edge NJF by one game to become the 2012 CC Boards Pickems Champion.   Are you headed to Disneyland, Reserved Seat?
Have a great Thanksgiving and holiday season to all.  Hope to see you in September.



Dang it! I'll get you in bball season! lol

Also just for fun:
F&M
Muhl
JHU
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 16, 2012, 08:04:52 AM
sorry I missed the last two weeks, I was out of the country on business. next year I'll need to do better scheduling.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: purpled on November 20, 2012, 06:11:20 PM
For those Blue Jay fans making the trip to Alliance, welcome! It's a small town so don't expect much. We do have a Holiday Inn Express, Super 8 and a Comfort Inn with plenty of good places to eat. Saturday's weather as of Tuesday is a high of 39 with a 60% chance of snow...you will be sitting in the open stands facing west and the wind comes out of the northwest so it will be cold.

Have a safe trip and hope to meet of few of you!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on November 20, 2012, 10:09:12 PM
Thanks for the info. Purpled.  We should have a decent turnout in Alliance on Saturday and will bring an extra layer.  BIg step up for us this week - in looking through the mu site your team looks as impressive as ever.  Looking forward to the game and seeing the mu campus.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Kira & Jaxon's Dad on November 21, 2012, 09:30:38 AM
Quote from: purpled on November 20, 2012, 06:11:20 PM
For those Blue Jay fans making the trip to Alliance, welcome! It's a small town so don't expect much. We do have a Holiday Inn Express, Super 8 and a Comfort Inn with plenty of good places to eat. Saturday's weather as of Tuesday is a high of 39 with a 60% chance of snow...you will be sitting in the open stands facing west and the wind comes out of the northwest so it will be cold.

Have a safe trip and hope to meet of few of you!

Don't forget if you have time Friday or Sunday, the Pro Football HOF is just up the road a bit.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: theaprof on November 21, 2012, 03:26:32 PM
Serious inquiry--any JH fans want to trade a hat or t-shirt this weekend?  I have been trading with teams for the last several years and am looking to expand my collection.  Mount Union gear for Johns Hopkins.  I will supply a new piece of UMU clothing/hat for an equivalent from JHU.  PM me if you are interested.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: purpled on November 21, 2012, 07:20:12 PM
Quote from: jhu on November 20, 2012, 10:09:12 PM
Thanks for the info. Purpled.  We should have a decent turnout in Alliance on Saturday and will bring an extra layer.  BIg step up for us this week - in looking through the mu site your team looks as impressive as ever.  Looking forward to the game and seeing the mu campus.

You're welcome! This year's edition of the Raiders, especially the offense, is very good. A sophomore starting at QB is not the norm but Burke has been exceptional. And the defense...so very quick to the ball. We give up 37 yards/game on the ground and you have a RB who averages 130...should be interesting.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on June 11, 2013, 02:27:05 PM
I was wondering when teams play Moravian (Greyhounds), do the play hounddog by Elvis?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MnmIVBSZYM
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on June 12, 2013, 11:22:47 AM
The preseason pubs are out and Johns Hopkins is ranked in the top 10 in Sporting News and Lindy's rankings.  Jenifer (OL/T) and Cranston (OL/C) also earned preseason AA nods.
http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/061213aab.html

87 days till kickoff!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on June 13, 2013, 11:34:15 AM
Quote from: jhu on June 12, 2013, 11:22:47 AM
The preseason pubs are out and Johns Hopkins is ranked in the top 10 in Sporting News and Lindy's rankings.  Jenifer (OL/T) and Cranston (OL/C) also earned preseason AA nods.
http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/061213aab.html

87 days till kickoff!

Congrats to Jenifer and Craston. It appears that teams within the Centennial Conference is going to have to go through Johns Hopkins again this year. I expect the conference to be competitive, as always. I have Muhlenberg as my pre-season favorite for the Centennial crown, Johns Hopkins second, and Gettysburg third. However, never know who may get the nod for the playoff spot.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on June 14, 2013, 12:09:09 PM
More news from Hopkins yesterday as Margraff announced his incoming class.  A group of 27 that comes from 14 different states!

http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/061313aad.html

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on June 14, 2013, 02:32:53 PM
Quote from: jhu on June 14, 2013, 12:09:09 PM
More news from Hopkins yesterday as Margraff announced his incoming class.  A group of 27 that comes from 14 different states!

http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/061313aad.html

Almost look similar to Case Western's incoming roster. Also, notice they have a few players from America's power house high schools.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on July 16, 2013, 10:08:29 AM
Johns Hopkins ranked best hosipital in the country. http://healthyliving.msn.com/health-wellness/best-hospitals-2013-14-honor-roll#19
Title: #CCKickoff13
Post by: commish on August 06, 2013, 02:14:43 PM
This is your invitation to join us for #CCKickoff13 on Wednesday, August 7, beginning at 10:30 a.m.

What is #CCKickoff 13? It's the start of the Conference's 30th anniversary season, as the Centennial began as a football-only conference in 1983. Rather than hosting just a traditional coaches press conference to begin the year, the Conference's 10 head coaches will talk about their prospects for the upcoming season in three different interactive formats - the traditional question-and-answer session with the media, a one-on-one conversation with an emcee about Division III football, and a Twitter chat that will take questions from the live audience.

The media Q-and-A and the one-on-one conversation will both be streamed live through the Conference website, while the Twitter chat can be followed online as well.

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2013-14/releases/7-19-Kickoff

Coaches will be available in three formats ...

1) A traditional media conference format where the head coach speaks to assembled media and takes questions;

2) A one-on-one sit-down conversation with our emcee - Mike Straub of WGAL-TV - about the upcoming season and the Division III experience. Each coach will appear live for a ten-minute interview, featuring questions from fans! We're encouraging questions submitted on our Facebook page or via Twitter, using the hashtag #CCKickoff13.

3) A live interactive one-on-one Twitter chat with each coach. Each coach will sit down for a live 10-minute chat with you, the Centennial Conference fans. Join us on Twitter, using the hashtag #CCKickoff13, and ask your coach what to expect this season!

The kickoff event will be held at Franklin & Marshall College beginning at 10:30 a.m. with a brief state of the conference address given by Ulrich that will also be streamed live. Coaches will then have 10-minute blocks at each station, fielding questions from both members of the media and interested fans.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on August 07, 2013, 09:17:47 PM
Great media event hosted by Commish today.  Hopkins virtually unanimous pick at the top of the preseason poll:

2013 Centennial Conference Preseason Poll
Rk. School - Points (1st-Place Votes)
1. Johns Hopkins - 161 (17)
2. Franklin & Marshall - 139 (3)
3. Ursinus - 122
4. Muhlenberg - 120
5. Gettysburg - 98
6. Susquehanna - 86
7. Juniata - 57
8. Dickinson - 54
9. Moravian - 39
10. McDaniel - 24

Check out video of all the coaches talking about their teams on the CC's new video portal - http://www.centennialconference.tv/

Thoughts on poll?  Season?  Most coaches said their teams report middle of next week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on August 08, 2013, 07:00:58 PM
Quote from: jhu on August 07, 2013, 09:17:47 PM
Great media event hosted by Commish today.  Hopkins virtually unanimous pick at the top of the preseason poll:

2013 Centennial Conference Preseason Poll
Rk. School - Points (1st-Place Votes)
1. Johns Hopkins - 161 (17)
2. Franklin & Marshall - 139 (3)
3. Ursinus - 122
4. Muhlenberg - 120
5. Gettysburg - 98
6. Susquehanna - 86
7. Juniata - 57
8. Dickinson - 54
9. Moravian - 39
10. McDaniel - 24

Check out video of all the coaches talking about their teams on the CC's new video portal - http://www.centennialconference.tv/

Thoughts on poll?  Season?  Most coaches said their teams report middle of next week.

I think that Muhlenberg should have been at least #2 or #3, they return a good portion of their Defense. The program usually has its success with its defense. I know they lose a lot on 'O', but they still have a seasoned QB with a returning TE.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on August 09, 2013, 12:35:45 PM
I hear you on the 'berg.  With apparently 20 voters and only two points betwen UC and MC, that's probably one extra person putting Bears in front.  UC does have Curran back, but really UC/MC is a tie for 3rd in my mind.  F&M beat hopkins last year, could have beat them year before and has Schneider back.  No question Dips are deserving of #2.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on August 09, 2013, 01:23:14 PM
Quote from: jhu on August 09, 2013, 12:35:45 PM
I hear you on the 'berg.  With apparently 20 voters and only two points betwen UC and MC, that's probably one extra person putting Bears in front.  UC does have Curran back, but really UC/MC is a tie for 3rd in my mind.  F&M beat hopkins last year, could have beat them year before and has Schneider back.  No question Dips are deserving of #2.

Yet, the Mules blanked F&M last year and that defense is still intact. It should all be clear by the second week of the season. F&M is playing at home though, but that doesn't matter, the Mules and F&M games have been close in the recent years.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 16, 2013, 09:05:18 PM
After much traveling over the last year. I am looking to see if anyone is going to do a pick-em for this year.

Keep me posted

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on August 22, 2013, 02:50:03 PM
Hopkins has posted their season preview.  Only includes returning players so may have been written before practice started.  Not many spots for newcomers to find time at JHU this year, but guessing at least a few will see some time.   Especially on spec. teams.

http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/082013aaa.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 04, 2013, 10:17:46 PM
Since no one has yet volunteered to head up the pickems this year, I guess I can do that! (and it's adds some posts to this thread!)
And if we don't start week 1, it gets easier with all the conference games! Get your picks in before the first game!

Week 1

Friday Night
TCNJ at Ursinus
Saturday
F&M at W&L
Hobart at Dickinson
Thiel at Juniata
Moravian at Ithaca
Johns Hopkins at Randolph-Macon
Gettysburg at Misericordia
Apprentice School at Muhlenberg
Susquehanna at Merchant Marine
Catholic at McDaniel

Bonus Game
Christopher Newport at Salisbury

I guess that means I should open up the picks too...
Ursinus
F&M
Hobart
Juniata
Ithaca
Hopkins
Gburg
Muhl
Susquehanna
Catholic
Salisbury

Good luck!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 05, 2013, 12:44:31 PM
Woohoo!

Ursinus
F&M
Hobart
Thiel
Ithaca
Johns Hopkins
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
McDaniel

Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jayhawkdaddy on September 05, 2013, 06:35:47 PM

Friday Night
NEW JERSEY at Ursinus
Saturday
F&M at WASHINGTON & LEE
HOBART at Dickinson
Thiel at JUNIATA
Moravian at ITHACA
JOHNS HOPKINS at Randolph-Macon
GETTYSBURG at Misericordia
Apprentice School at MUHLENBERG
SUSQUEHANNA at Merchant Marine
CATHOLIC at McDaniel

Bonus Game
Christopher Newport at SALISBURY
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 06, 2013, 03:53:44 PM
NJ
F&M
Hobart
Juniata
Ithaca
Hopkins
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
McDaniel
Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 06, 2013, 05:17:27 PM
Thanks NJF for assuming the pickems administrator role this year.  Welcome back Old Ends.

Ursinus
W&L
Hobart
Juniata
Ithaca
Johns Hopkins
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
McDaniel

Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 06, 2013, 09:54:43 PM
Think I missed the first game, but nevertheless:
Ursinus
F&M
Hobart
Thiel
Ithaca
John Hopkins
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
Catholic
Salisburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 07, 2013, 12:20:07 PM
Hey Reserved Seat.  That Salisburg must be a new nickname for Salisbury Steak.   :D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 07, 2013, 08:49:43 PM
Sorry I did not back in time to pick.. better luck next..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 07, 2013, 09:09:07 PM
Here is what they are saying in the papers:

Muhlenburg: http://www.mcall.com/sports/mc-football-muhlenberg-game-0907-20130907,0,5394570.story (http://www.mcall.com/sports/mc-football-muhlenberg-game-0907-20130907,0,5394570.story)

Thats all so far.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 07, 2013, 09:14:34 PM
Too bad was Salisburg(y) was underprepared.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 07, 2013, 10:16:59 PM
We're crowning three champions of week 1: njf1003, jayhawkdaddy, and 69mule who all wen 8-3 this week!
Susquehanna at Merchant Marine and Christopher Newport at Salisbury were the most incorrectly picked results with 0-6 records.
Hobart at Dickinson, Moravian at Ithaca, Johns Hopkins at Randolph-Macon, Gettysburg at Misericordia, Apprentice School at Muhlenberg were correctly picked by everyone!
Here are the results:
NJF1003- 8-3 0.727
TheGrove- 6-5 0.545
jayhawkdaddy- 8-3   0.727
GoHop- 6-5 0.545
69mule- 8-3 0.727
Reserved- 7-4 0.636

Let me know if I messed up anywhere! New players are always welcome to join us!
I'll try and get next week up by Tuesday!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 08, 2013, 06:13:35 PM
Thank you
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 09, 2013, 08:06:35 PM
some more recaps:
http://cumberlink.com/sports/football/college-football-hobart-handles-dickinson-in-season-opener/article_30759650-1803-11e3-8c46-0019bb2963f4.html (http://cumberlink.com/sports/football/college-football-hobart-handles-dickinson-in-season-opener/article_30759650-1803-11e3-8c46-0019bb2963f4.html)

http://www.pottsmerc.com/section/SPORTS02 (http://www.pottsmerc.com/section/SPORTS02)

http://www.altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/574627/Udinski-does-it-all-in-Eagles--victory-over-Thiel.html?nav=751 (http://www.altoonamirror.com/page/content.detail/id/574627/Udinski-does-it-all-in-Eagles--victory-over-Thiel.html?nav=751)

http://www.timesleader.com/news/collegesports/814991/QB-puts-on-a-show-but-Cougars-fall (http://www.timesleader.com/news/collegesports/814991/QB-puts-on-a-show-but-Cougars-fall)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 09, 2013, 08:09:43 PM
Some more

http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/892450_Washington---Lee-denies-Franklin---Marshall-at-the-finish.html (http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/892450_Washington---Lee-denies-Franklin---Marshall-at-the-finish.html)

http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/football/bs-sp-statefbroundup-0908-20130908,0,1886644.story (http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/football/bs-sp-statefbroundup-0908-20130908,0,1886644.story)

http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/mcdaniels-runs-for-234-yards-and-three-tds-for-usmma-1.6030970 (http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/mcdaniels-runs-for-234-yards-and-three-tds-for-usmma-1.6030970)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 09, 2013, 08:23:10 PM
top 25 south region

http://www.d3football.com/top25 (http://www.d3football.com/top25)

Gettysburg ranked in total offensive:
http://www.ncaa.com/stats/football/d3 (http://www.ncaa.com/stats/football/d3)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 09, 2013, 11:37:40 PM
Feel free to link to our Top 25 on our site, rather than giving NCAA.com your clicks!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 10, 2013, 07:02:43 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on September 09, 2013, 11:37:40 PM
Feel free to link to our Top 25 on our site, rather than giving NCAA.com your clicks!

Some times just finding it, at this age, makes you forget what you are really looking for.  Made a note to remember to look there first. making another note to remind me of the first note.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 10, 2013, 09:37:27 PM
This week's games!

Muhlenberg at F&M
Susquehanna at Hopkins
Juniata at Dickinson
Moravian at McDaniel
Ursinus at Gettysburg

Bonus Game
Pacific Lutheran    at Cal Lutheran

Get your picks in before game time!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 11, 2013, 09:33:16 AM
F&M
Hopkins
Juniata
Moravian
Gettysburg
Cal
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 11, 2013, 02:44:22 PM
This weeks picks

F & M
Johns Hopkins
Dickinson
Moravian
Gettysburg

Bonus
Cal Luthern
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on September 11, 2013, 03:02:17 PM
Looking forward to checking out the Mules vs. F&M, any thoughts on how the teams will shake out this weekend. I have the Mules in my pick'em.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jknezek on September 11, 2013, 03:10:00 PM
Quote from: D3MAFAN on September 11, 2013, 03:02:17 PM
Looking forward to checking out the Mules vs. F&M, any thoughts on how the teams will shake out this weekend. I have the Mules in my pick'em.

F&M is good. Athletic defense, good qb, good receivers. I watched them play W&L the last two years. This year's team is every bit as good, but W&L's defense is much, much better than last year, or this game would have been ugly. Like last year, the home team won, but it wasn't comfortable for anyone. F&M played really disciplined against the option. I wouldn't count the Dips out of anything just because they lost a really tough opening game. W&L hasn't lost at home since the first game of 2010 (14 games) and the Dips basically lost a toss up.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 12, 2013, 05:36:31 PM
This week's guesses:

F&M
Hopkins
Dickinson
Moravian
Ursinus

Bonus Game
Cal Lutheran
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 12, 2013, 05:48:16 PM
Muhlenberg
Hopkins
Dickinson
Moravian
Ursinus

Bonus Game
Pacific Lutheran - I'll be different.  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 12, 2013, 09:20:48 PM
F&M
Hopkins
Dickinson
Moravian
Gettysburg

Cal Luthern
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 13, 2013, 05:08:22 PM
Hmmmm, the Mules aren't getting much love on these boards.  Did we forget that last year the Mules shut out the Dips 21-0?

The Mules were picked in the pre-season CC poll to finish fourth.  Per the Mules football home page "The last two times it (the Mules) was picked lower than third,  Muhlenberg went on to win the conference title." 

You never know, history just might repeat itself in 2013.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 13, 2013, 08:40:26 PM
Quote from: 69mule on September 13, 2013, 05:08:22 PM
Hmmmm, the Mules aren't getting much love on these boards.  Did we forget that last year the Mules shut out the Dips 21-0?

The Mules were picked in the pre-season CC poll to finish fourth.  Per the Mules football home page "The last two times it (the Mules) was picked lower than third,  Muhlenberg went on to win the conference title." 

You never know, history just might repeat itself in 2013.
I can give my reasoning. It's at F&M. F&M lost because they went for 2 to win. The Mules didn't play anyone good last week while the Dips have been tested. (and being a Diplomat fan, it's hard to cheer against them!)

But as they always say, that's why they play the game!
and you did give good reason for picking the Mules, it definitely  one of the two better match-ups tomorrow!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 14, 2013, 01:43:59 AM
Muhlenberg
Hopkins
Juniata
Moravian
Ursinus
Bonus Game
Cal Lutheran
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 14, 2013, 01:42:48 PM
Susquehanna keeping it close with Hopkins for one half - 14-7.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 14, 2013, 02:08:55 PM
I hope the second half of these games goes better than the 1st half...4 teams losing so far.  ouch!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 14, 2013, 04:28:45 PM
Muhlenberg made the game with F&M extremely entertaining once Palladino entered the game.  Palladino displayed a strong arm that allowed Muhlenberg's offense to stretch the field.  While Carlucci was in the game, F&M seemed to contain the Mules' offense.  After Palladino entered the game, F&M's fans were on the edge of their seats worrying about his arm.  Muhlenberg may have a new quarterback or definitely a new quarterback when they're behind.  Palladino will be force to deal with in the future.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 14, 2013, 05:57:35 PM
Not a good week for the CC picks, collectively going 0.417!
No one correctly saw McDaniel taking down Moravian and only TheGrove got our bonus game correct!

This weeks co-winners are TheGrove, 69mule, GoHop, Reserved Seat who went 3 for 6, 0.500. Overall records are below, again let me know if you see something wrong.

jayhawkdaddy 0.728 8-3
69mule 0.647 11-6
NJF1003 0.588 10-7
Reserved Seat 0.588 10-7
TheGrove 0.529 9-8   
GoHop 0.529 9-8   
old ends   2-4   0.333

Note: Results have been updated based. Reserved Seat's results were incorrect for this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 14, 2013, 06:54:22 PM
TheGrove, being different paid off this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 17, 2013, 01:23:49 AM
Quote from: Reserved Seat on September 14, 2013, 06:54:22 PM
TheGrove, being different paid off this week.

;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 17, 2013, 09:08:29 PM
So, who is going to be different this week?

F&M at Ursinus
Gettysburg at Juniata
Dickinson at Susquehanna
McDaniel at Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins at Moravian

Bonus Game
Delaware Valley at Albright

F&M
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Hopkins
Delaware Valley
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 18, 2013, 12:13:30 PM
not me...

F&M
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Hopkins
Delaware Valley
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 18, 2013, 01:54:38 PM
Congrats to the following players of the week

Click the link: http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2013-14/releases/9-15-POW (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2013-14/releases/9-15-POW)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 18, 2013, 01:56:43 PM
Some stats to look at before making your picks:

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2013-14/leaders (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2013-14/leaders)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 18, 2013, 01:59:16 PM
This weeks picks:

Ursinus
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins

Delaware Valley

Thanks
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 18, 2013, 03:16:19 PM
F&M
Juniata
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins

Bonus Game
Delaware Valley
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 18, 2013, 03:52:36 PM
Welcome. What do you think about how your team looks this year?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 18, 2013, 04:38:36 PM
So much for a history lesson.  The Dips outplayed the Mules, plain and simple.

Kudos to the F & M broadcast crew.  Very enjoyable to watch on the web.

Will the Juniata squad continue to earn the new moniker "Upstart Eagles" and deflect the Bullets?  That is my pickem this week.

F & M
Juniata "Upstart Eagles"
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins

Delaware Valley



Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 18, 2013, 06:46:57 PM
F&M
Juniata
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins

Bonus Game
Delaware Valley

69mule, you have a keeper with your freshman quarterback.  I even like your picks.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 19, 2013, 09:48:53 AM
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins

Delaware Valley
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 19, 2013, 12:26:33 PM
Quote from: Reserved Seat on September 18, 2013, 06:46:57 PM
F&M
Juniata
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins

Bonus Game
Delaware Valley

69mule, you have a keeper with your freshman quarterback.  I even like your picks.


The kid looks like he has a cannon for an arm but sometimes a loose cannon.  He threw a couple of bombs that looked sweet but an overall .375 completion percentage shouldn't buy him the starting job over the more steady Carlucci.  Time will tell.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2013, 04:44:00 PM
69mule, freshman quarterback definitely needs to work on his timing and speed.  Some of his passes were darts that the receivers couldn't handle.  His arm strength gives him a lot of potential, but you're right his accuracy will keep him from being a starter.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 21, 2013, 01:50:48 PM
Well Juniata is up at the half, Looks like the start of another on of those weekends
F & M also up at the half

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 21, 2013, 08:41:08 PM
Results for this week!

TheGrove   4-6 0.667
69mule 4-6 0.667
Reserved   4-6 0.667
old Ends   4-6 0.667
Dipswin13 4-6 0.667
NJF1003 3-6 0.500
GoHop 3-6 0.500

Overall
jayhawkdaddy 8-11 0.727
Dipswin13 4-6 0.667
69mule 15-23 0.652
Reserved   14-23 0.609
NJF1003   13-23 0.565
TheGrove   13-23 0.565
GoHop 12-23 0.522
old Ends 6-12 0.500



As usual let me know if you see any problems
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 22, 2013, 04:51:34 PM
The rumor I had heard about F&M throughout the week were corrected.  I almost switched my choice, and it looks like I should have.  According to the rumor, all the running backs were injured, and the game would ride on Schneider's arm and legs.  Fifty-three of the sixty-six plays were passes or runs by Schneider.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on September 24, 2013, 09:52:26 AM
Nice story in today's Philly Inquirer about Eagles coach Chip Kelly and his year as def. coordinator at Hopkins:

http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20130924_Kelly_s_innovative_ways_began_at_Johns_Hopkins_20_years_go.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 24, 2013, 07:08:19 PM
It's time for Week 4! Who is going to be the first to get all six games right?

Juniata at F&M
Moravian at Dickinson
McDaniel at Ursinus
Susquehanna at Gettysburg
Muhlenberg at Hopkins

Bonus Game
Kalamazoo at Chicago

F&M
Dickinson
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Chicago
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 24, 2013, 08:14:03 PM
This weeks picks>

F & M
Dickinson
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Johns Hopkins

Bonus
Chicago
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 25, 2013, 09:33:34 AM
Juniata
Dickinson
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Hopkins

Kalamazoo
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 25, 2013, 01:19:38 PM

Juniata - If you look at their stats, its not too much of a stretch.
Dickinson
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg -  Now that's a stretch. 
Bonus Game
Chicago

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on September 26, 2013, 03:19:36 PM
Juniata
Dickinson
Ursinus
Susquehanna (surely we can't go 0-4!)
Hopkins

Bonus Game
Kalamazoo
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 27, 2013, 01:15:43 PM
F&M
Dickinson
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Hopkins

Bonus Game
Chicago
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on September 28, 2013, 05:28:52 PM
Hopkins looked really really really good. I was very impress in how they played today.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 29, 2013, 10:40:37 PM
Week 4 Results!
We finally had some people perfect: Reserved Seat, NJF1003, and Old Ends!
GoHop and 69mule both went 4-6 while TheGrove tried to be different, but only ended up at 3-3.

Overall Standings
jayhawkdaddy 0.727 8-3
Reserved Seat 0.690   20-9
Old Ends 0.667   12-18
DipsWin13 0.667 4-6
69mule 0.655 19-10
NJF1003 0.655 19-10
TheGrove   0.552 16-11
GoHop 0.552 16-11



As usual let me know if something is wrong!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on September 30, 2013, 12:41:23 PM
So, how good is Ursinus? They are a good 4-0 now and currently under the radar. I see that they don't play either Johns Hopkins or the Mules until the end of the year. Could there be a game of unranked teams in early November?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 02, 2013, 09:38:54 PM
This weeks's games:
Dickinson at F&M
Johns Hopkins at Juinata
Ursinus at Moravian
Gettysburg at McDaniel
Susquehanna at Muhlenberg
Bonus Game:
Middlebury at Amherst

My picks!
F&M
Hopkins
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Amherst
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 03, 2013, 09:32:37 AM
F&M
Hopkins
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Middlebury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 03, 2013, 01:25:39 PM
This weeks picks

F & M
Johns Hopkins
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg

Bonus:
Amherst

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 03, 2013, 04:58:50 PM
This weeks picks seem cut and dry except for the bonus game.  Of course, that's when some big upset will occur.

F&M
Hopkins
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Amherst
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 03, 2013, 06:38:14 PM
This week's games:
F&M
Johns Hopkins
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Bonus Game:
Middlebury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 04, 2013, 12:43:18 AM
F&M
Johns Hopkins
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Bonus Game:
Amherst
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 04, 2013, 01:41:31 PM
Looks like the bonus game will decide if any of us moves up in the rankings
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 06, 2013, 05:02:29 PM
Well as GoHop predicted the bonus game was the only thing separating people this week!
Old Ends, NJF1003, TheGrove, and 69mule pulled out the bonus game and took home the crown this week.

Here are the overall standings headed into the bye week:
old Ends 0.750 18-6
Reserved Seat 0.714 25-10
69mule 0.714 25-10
NJF1003 0.714   25-10
TheGrove 0.629 22-13
GoHop 0.600 21-14


(I've removed people who have participated in 2 or fewer weeks, but your always welcome to join us again!)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 11, 2013, 06:22:22 PM
The pickems haven't been posted so I'll do it for today.  Must be because of the govt shutdown.  LOL.  It's too late for the JHU-DC game in all fairness. 

Juniata@ Ursinus
Frank. & Marsh.@ McDaniel
Muhlenberg@ Gettysburg
Moravian@ Susquehanna
Bonus:
Millsaps @ Trinity

My picks:
Ursinus
Frank. & Marsh
Muhlenberg
Moravian
Trinity
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 11, 2013, 07:09:39 PM
??? no games this week
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 11, 2013, 10:34:10 PM
Ursinus
F&M
Muhlenberg
Oh heck... Susquehanna
Trinity
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 12, 2013, 11:08:38 AM
Doh!  My bad.  Bye week.  Ugh!  :-[
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 12, 2013, 02:07:28 PM
Quote from: 69mule on October 12, 2013, 11:08:38 AM
Doh!  My bad.  Bye week.  Ugh!  :-[
I know what I'm doing!
lol
See you Tuesday with a list of games!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 14, 2013, 11:19:45 AM
Quote from: njf1003 on October 12, 2013, 02:07:28 PM
Quote from: 69mule on October 12, 2013, 11:08:38 AM
Doh!  My bad.  Bye week.  Ugh!  :-[
I know what I'm doing!
lol
See you Tuesday with a list of games!

Obviously much more than I do, NJF!  No dis was intended.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 14, 2013, 12:29:21 PM
Look we all know that every week all of us want to show how how much we enjoy making our picks.  Showing that we know more about the game then we really do.

But I must also admit...I wondered what happen and went on to the CC web site and saw the bye week. Then went back to the results and saw at the top bye week..

I can blame my age for not reading everything and forgetting things..

Sorry I forgot where this was headed.. ???

Oh well..
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on October 14, 2013, 01:27:34 PM
Good friend of mine is a Dickinson fan and has invited me to the Johns Hopkins game in Baltimore, I should be in attendance Friday for a game that I don't think will be close, but look forward to actually watching Johns Hopkins in person.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 15, 2013, 05:11:51 PM
This Week's Games (but actually)
Friday:
Dickinson at JHU

Saturday:
Juniata at Ursinus
F&M at McDaniel
Muhlenberg at Gettysburg
Moravian at Susquehanna
Bonus:
Milsaps at Birmingham Southern

We've got a Friday game so don't delay in getting your picks in!

JHU
Ursinus
F&M
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
Milsaps
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 16, 2013, 05:39:52 PM
This Week's Guesses
Friday:
JHU

Saturday:
Ursinus
F&M
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna
Bonus:
Birmingham Southern
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 16, 2013, 10:22:27 PM
this week's picks

Johns Hopkins
Ursinus
F & M
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna

Milsaps

Enjoy

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on October 16, 2013, 10:38:57 PM
Friday:
JHU

Saturday:
Ursinus
F&M
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Bonus:
Milsaps
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 18, 2013, 05:03:43 PM
JHU
Ursinus
Frank. & Marsh
Muhlenberg
Moravian

Millsaps
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on October 19, 2013, 08:55:17 AM
Had a chance to watch the Dickinson vs. Johns Hopkins game last night live and I have to say that Johns Hopkins had a severe size advantage at every position. I think Johns Hopkins did what any team would have done if they had the size advantage at every position, run the ball and play man to man cover 1. However, I would give this young Dickinson team credit, they had moments of flashes where they dominated and was able to move the ball on Hopkins and force three and outs. I think the turning point of the game was the fourth td by Hopkins (Should have been intercepted) by the TE, that hurt Dickinson morale. Good game by both teams. Going forward, I seen some bigs plays by Hopkins, but against an inferior team, really doesn't mean to much.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 19, 2013, 03:43:31 PM
Juniata won over Ursinus.  It is good to see a program like Juniata become a team not to taken lightly. Looking at the box score Looks like Ursinus could not run the ball. 30% on 3rd down conver. and only 1 out of 6 on 4th down. 33 of 66 pass complets.

Even thought I picked Ursinus at home, really did not expect this.

Congrats to the Juniata team on the victory

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 19, 2013, 04:45:31 PM
Several F&M players told me to take Juniata.  I didn't listen.
Also, my wild guess on the Bonus Game didn't work either.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 19, 2013, 08:43:33 PM
here is the link to the Juniata == Ursinus game:

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2013-14/boxscores/20131019_p6tw.xml (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2013-14/boxscores/20131019_p6tw.xml)

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 20, 2013, 02:08:41 PM
No one went perfect this week!
Reserved, Haven't you learned that the players are always right about Juniata yet?
I've got to try and find bonus games that could go either way!
TheGrove, I pulled your picks from last week and just used the four that still worked!

Old Ends 23-7 0.767
NJF1003 30-11 0.732
69mule 29-12 0.707
Reserved Seat 29-12 0.707
DipsWin13 8-12 0.667
TheGrove 25-14 0.641
GoHop 21-14 0.600
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 21, 2013, 10:36:37 AM
Thanks! I didn't get a chance to check in this week and just assumed last week's would work. At least I got Susquehanna right, although it looks like the rest of y'all did as well.  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: commish on October 22, 2013, 08:00:41 PM
Inside the Huddle #6 is now available. The Centennial Conference's weekly football show features a look back at week 6, a look ahead to week 7, an interview with McDaniel head coach Mike Hoyt and more. Come take a look at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncg9bAY6p2c (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncg9bAY6p2c)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 23, 2013, 11:43:16 AM
It's Week 8!

F&M at Moravian
McDaniel at Dickinson
Ursinus at Susquehanna
Muhlenberg at Juniata
Hopkins at Gettysburg

Bonus Game:
UW-Whitewater    at UW-Oshkosh

F&M
Dickinson
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Hopkins
Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 24, 2013, 09:12:37 AM
Week 8

F&M
Dickinson
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Hopkins

Bonus Game:
UW-Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 24, 2013, 09:44:34 AM
This weeks picks:

F & M
Dickinson
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Johns Hopkins

Bonus
UW-Whitewater

For those who wish to change a pick...one teams q-back has not played for the last few games..
Hint---have a cold

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 24, 2013, 09:58:52 AM
F&M
Dickinson
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Hopkins

Bonus Game:
UW-Whitewater
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 24, 2013, 10:54:26 AM
Ineresting matchup on the bonus game.

F&M
Dickinson
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Hopkins
Bonus Game:
UW-Whitewater   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on October 24, 2013, 12:26:23 PM
F&M
Dickinson
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Hopkins
Bonus Game:
UW-Whitewater

Perhaps next year we could do the pick'em with confidence points? See: http://help.yahoo.com/kb/index?page=content&y=PROD_SPORTS_P_PRO_FOOT&locale=en_US&id=SLN6640 (http://help.yahoo.com/kb/index?page=content&y=PROD_SPORTS_P_PRO_FOOT&locale=en_US&id=SLN6640) It would certainly cut down on the number of ties.  Just a thought, could be fun.  Thanks again for doing this njf1003!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 24, 2013, 11:29:31 PM
F&M
Dickinson
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Hopkins
Bonus: UWW
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 26, 2013, 01:19:06 PM
Looks like picking F&M was wrong.
Almost half-time  Moravian 31  F&M 7
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 26, 2013, 03:38:28 PM
Reserved seat:

Another one I think no one would have quessed.  Looks like the Greyhounds played well at home today. Congrats to them.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 26, 2013, 03:41:02 PM
Also at the half... Oshkosh up 14 to 10.

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 28, 2013, 04:55:32 PM
No one's got the upsets right this year! Another week of a lot of 5-1!

Overall Standings!
Old Ends 0.750 27-9
NJF1003 0.750 35-12
69mule 0.723 34-13
Reserved Seat 0.723 34-13
DipsWin13 0.722 13-18
TheGrove 0.641 25-14
GoHop 0.634 26-15

and here are this week's games:
Susquehanna at F&M
Gettysburg at Moravian
Ursinus at Hopkins
Dickinson at Muhlenberg
Juniata at McDaniel

and in keeping with ranked team's as the bonus game:
No. 4 North Central (Ill.) at No. 20 Illinois Wesleyan
(I couldn't do the WIAC again, although it's another great matchup!)   

F&M
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Juniata
North Central

and I'm glad we're (F&M) back at home, it's been too long!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 28, 2013, 05:05:54 PM
Well I hope for better luck this time:

F & M
Moravian
Johns Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Juniata

No. Central

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on October 29, 2013, 01:22:33 PM
I'm not even going to try to be different.  ;D

F&M
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Juniata
North Central
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on October 30, 2013, 08:50:58 AM

F&M
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Juniata

No. 4 North Central (Ill.)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 30, 2013, 10:21:26 AM
F&M
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Juniata
North Central
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 30, 2013, 05:47:37 PM
F&M--even though they have no running game
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Juniata




No. 4 North Central (Ill.)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on October 31, 2013, 12:21:26 PM
Congrats to Johns Hopkins John Arena - named to the 2013 NFF Scholar-Athlete class today. Selection includes $18,000 Postgraduate Scholarship.
http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/103113aac.html

4.0 in Neuroscience ... Wow!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jknezek on October 31, 2013, 12:51:04 PM
Quote from: jhu on October 31, 2013, 12:21:26 PM
Congrats to Johns Hopkins John Arena - named to the 2013 NFF Scholar-Athlete class today. Selection includes $18,000 Postgraduate Scholarship.
http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/103113aac.html

4.0 in Neuroscience ... Wow!

Student Athlete indeed. Very impressive.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 02, 2013, 12:02:26 PM

F&M
Moravian
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Juniata
North Central
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on November 02, 2013, 03:24:13 PM
Johns Hopkins in a good one with Ursinus.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on November 02, 2013, 03:26:36 PM
Quote from: D3MAFAN on November 02, 2013, 03:24:13 PM
Johns Hopkins in a good one with Ursinus.

Big touchdown by Hopkins, two point conversion good. Hopkins by 6.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 05, 2013, 11:23:16 PM
I've been a little busy, so results are coming soon, but here are this weeks games!

F&M at Johns Hopkins
Juniata at Moravian
Dickinson at Gettysburg
McDaniel at Susquehanna
Muhlenberg at Ursinus

Bonus Game:
No. 21 Concordia-Moorhead at No. 18 St. Thomas

My Picks:
Hopkins
Juniata
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Ursinus

St. Thomas
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on November 06, 2013, 09:22:38 AM
F&M at Johns Hopkins
Juniata at Moravian
Dickinson at Gettysburg
McDaniel at Susquehanna
Muhlenberg at Ursinus

Bonus Game:
No. 21 Concordia-Moorhead at No. 18 St. Thomas
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 06, 2013, 10:30:00 AM
Johns Hopkins
Moravian
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
St. Thomas

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 06, 2013, 11:20:43 AM
Johns Hopkins
Moravian
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Ursinus

St. Thomas
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 06, 2013, 08:13:52 PM
Picks for this week
Johns Hopkins
Moravian
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg

Bonus  St Thomas

enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 07, 2013, 09:14:16 AM
F&M(I'll get too much harassment, if I don't pick F&M)
Juniata
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg

St. Thomas
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 08, 2013, 02:53:05 PM
Johns Hopkins
Juniata
Gettysburg
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg

Bonus Game:
St. Thomas
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 08, 2013, 04:54:21 PM
I know everyone has been waiting with bated breath for Week 10's standings and here they finally are:
old ends and 69mule pulled out the only 2 6-0 weeks!
Moravian's coming on at the end of the season!

Overall Standings!
old ends 0.786 33-9
NJF1003 0.755 40-13
69mule 0.755 40-13
DipsWin13 0.750 18-6
ReservedSeat 0.736 39-14
TheGrove 0.667 30-17
GoHop 0.660 31-16

Good luck this week!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 12, 2013, 08:18:18 PM
Last Week saw McDaniel pull off the upset over Susquehanna and no perfect scores!
TheGrove pulled out 5-1 while the rest of the pack (expect GoHop) went 4-2.

Overall results headed into the last week:
Old Ends 0.771 37-11
NJF1003 0.746 44-15
69mule 0.746 44-15
DipsWin13 0.733 22-8
ReservedSeat 0.729 43-16
TheGrove 0.686 35-16
GoHop 0.642 34-19

Week 11's Games:
Gettysburg at F&M
Johns Hopkins at McDaniel
Ursinus at Dickinson
Moravian at Muhlenberg
Susquehanna at Juniata

Bonus Game:
Hampden-Sydney at Randolph-Macon

F&M
Hopkins
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Juniata
Randolph-Macon
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 13, 2013, 10:43:31 AM
Wow, I suck at this

F&M
Hopkins
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Juniata
H-S
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on November 13, 2013, 03:13:13 PM
Gettysburg at F&M
Johns Hopkins at McDaniel
Ursinus at Dickinson
Moravian at Muhlenberg
Susquehanna at Juniata

Bonus Game:
Hampden-Sydney at Randolph-Macon
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 14, 2013, 12:47:04 PM
I hate to be boring, but I agree with all of NJF1003's picks this week.  Looks like we'll be tied at the end of the regular season.  The bonus game is a tough pick.  My pick goes to home field advantage.

F&M
Hopkins
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Juniata
Randolph-Macon
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 14, 2013, 06:06:10 PM
njf1003 Thanks for doing this, you have done a great job.

Picks

F & M
Johns Hopkins
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Juniata

Hampden-Sydney

Thanks again
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 14, 2013, 07:12:29 PM
Quote from: 69mule on November 14, 2013, 12:47:04 PM
I hate to be boring, but I agree with all of NJF1003's picks this week.  Looks like we'll be tied at the end of the regular season.  The bonus game is a tough pick.  My pick goes to home field advantage.


Do I switch to H-S to "go for the win?"

Nah, I guess we can tie....
Hum.... what is the tiebreaker? Let's go with Conference Games, followed by Week 1 games, and lastly bonus games!
Just so it's out there now!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheGrove on November 15, 2013, 09:23:40 AM
F&M
Hopkins
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna ... Gotta be different somehow, might as well show faith in the alma mater.
H-S
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 15, 2013, 12:53:56 PM
Week 11's Games:
F&M
Johns Hopkins
Ursinus
Muhlenberg
Susquehanna

Bonus Game:
Hampden-Sydney
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 17, 2013, 02:47:55 PM
Final Regular Season Standings!
Old Ends takes the crown with a record of 0.796 (43-9). Maybe we all should skip week one next year...
DipsWin13 grabbed second 0.778 (28-8).
NJF1003 and 69mule tied in third at 0.754 (49-16).
Reserved Seat came in fifth at 0.738 (48-17).
TheGrove wrapped up with a record of 0.702 (40-17).
GoHop 0.678 (40-19).


Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 18, 2013, 03:14:15 PM
Hey CC fans.  I am looking for some info as far as the Hopkins campus and field goes.  It looks like they only have stands on 1 side of the field, is that true?  Also, how is the parking.  I am figuring that since they are top notch in lax they likely have plenty of parking.  I also know that they tailgate well as plenty came to wesley 2 years ago.  What is the tailgate situation there, do they have designated areas for it?  Any info would be greatly appreciated?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on November 19, 2013, 06:18:26 AM
There's plenty of parking off San Martin Drive. Looks like they posted some info. on tickets, directions, parking, etc. yestrday - The lot right near the Lax HOF is where the JHU parents tailgate will roll.

http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/111813aaa.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 19, 2013, 02:28:06 PM
Quote from: jhu on November 19, 2013, 06:18:26 AM
There's plenty of parking off San Martin Drive. Looks like they posted some info. on tickets, directions, parking, etc. yestrday - The lot right near the Lax HOF is where the JHU parents tailgate will roll.

http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/111813aaa.html

JHU, thanks for sending this.  I saw some of it last night when I was investigating JHU for saturday.  I was hoping for some first hand tips for those of us traveling to JHU for the first time.  Best place to park, tailgate, time to get there for a good parking spot and so on.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on November 19, 2013, 11:09:28 PM
The JHU faithful will take control of the lot at the US Lacrosse HOF.  However, I'd suggest you get to campus around 9/9:30 am and park in the small lot at the corner of Univ. Parkway and San Martin Drive.  There is a covered area under the building there (it's ground level) and an area that is out in the open on a small wooded lot.  They will charge you to park there, but it's no more than 100 yards from that lot to the field so you can stay and "partake" until 11:45 am and be in by kickoff!

This is a great spot, and will provide plenty of room for tailgating (and some cover if we get showers)

Safe travls to Baltimore.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 20, 2013, 07:44:31 AM
Quote from: jhu on November 19, 2013, 11:09:28 PM
The JHU faithful will take control of the lot at the US Lacrosse HOF.  However, I'd suggest you get to campus around 9/9:30 am and park in the small lot at the corner of Univ. Parkway and San Martin Drive.  There is a covered area under the building there (it's ground level) and an area that is out in the open on a small wooded lot.  They will charge you to park there, but it's no more than 100 yards from that lot to the field so you can stay and "partake" until 11:45 am and be in by kickoff!

This is a great spot, and will provide plenty of room for tailgating (and some cover if we get showers)

Safe travls to Baltimore.

Thanks JHU.  Enjoy the game.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on November 23, 2013, 06:00:16 PM
A well done to John's Hopkins for one hell of a game today.  You guys really put on a show.  It was only 36 seconds of separation between the two teams today.  That was it.  You should be proud of your team.  They were the real thing out on the field.

-Ski
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 23, 2013, 06:00:35 PM
Big win for F&M and the Centennial Conference.  Good win out of conference.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on November 25, 2013, 10:22:24 AM
Quote from: Reserved Seat on November 23, 2013, 06:00:35 PM
Big win for F&M and the Centennial Conference.  Good win out of conference.

Big win indeed, I think that the Centennial performed really well over the weekend, tough losses by both Muhlenberg and Hopkins, but F&M definitely had a big statement win against Del Val.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on November 26, 2013, 10:05:00 AM
For F&M, it was a blowout like none I've seen them produce this season.  It really makes you wonder what this team could have accomplished if they had been healthy all year long. 

I know it's not new news but does anyone have any feelings about the All-Conference selections?: http://centennial.org/sports/fball/2013-14/releases/11-19-All-CC

First Team Offense

QB-E.J. Schneider, Franklin & Marshall *Sr, 6-1, 196, Barry Lakes, N.J. / Delbarton School
RB-Joe Rollins, McDaniel + Sr 5-6 170 Temple Hills, Md. / Surrattsville
RB-Brandon Cherry, Johns Hopkins Soph 5-6174 Parkville, Md. / Boys' Latin
WR-Jerry Rahill, Ursinus # Sr 5-11 195 Chalfont, Pa. / Archbishop Wood
WR-Jordan Zackery, Franklin & Marshall * Jr 5-7 156 York, Pa. / William Penn
WR-Cody Geyer, Muhlenberg Jr 5-8 180 Wanaque, N.J. / Lakeland Regional
TE-Michael Long, Muhlenberg % Jr 6-1 217 Highland Park, N.J. / Highland Park
OL-Vincenzo Bonaddio, Johns Hopkins (A) # Sr 6-5 312 Garnet Valley, Pa. / Salesianum School, Del.
OL-Armand Jenifer, Johns Hopkins + Sr 6-4  306  Teaneck, N.J. / Bergen County Academies
OL-Ben Cranston, Johns Hopkins (A) * Sr 6-0 270 Parkton, Md. / Loyola
OL-Sam Dickinson, Franklin & Marshall Sr 6-1 267 Madison, Conn. / Daniel Hand
OL-Bryan Auvil, Muhlenberg (A) Soph 6-3 265 Macungie, Pa. / Emmaus

First Team Defense

Pos-Name, School Cl Ht Wt Hometown / High School

DL-Brandon Felus, Juniata *Sr 6-3 240 Columbia, Pa. / Columbia
DL-Michael Longo, Johns Hopkins (A) % Jr 6-0 225 Scarsdale, N.Y. / Iona Prep
DL-Jared Shope, Juniata (A) # Sr 6-3 245 Altoona, Pa. / Altoona Area
DL-Greg DeLade, Muhlenberg % Jr 6-0 235 Chatham, N.J. / Chatham
LB-Brendan Wengerter, Franklin & Marshall Sr 6-0 208 Cresskill, N.J. / Cresskill
LB-John Arena, Johns Hopkins (A) # Sr 6-0 210 Bryn Mawr, Pa. / St. Joseph's Prep
LB-Ian Gimbar, Muhlenberg * Jr 5-11 205 Hellertown, Pa. / Saucon Valley
LB-Kevin Gorman, Juniata # Sr  6-0 230 Waverly, N.Y. / Waverly Central
DB-Ryan Rice, Johns Hopkins (A) # Jr 6-0 185 Frisco, Texas / Wakeland
DB-Aaron Fant, Franklin & Marshall Jr 5-10 175 Madison, N.J. / Madison
DB-Anthony Orlando, Moravian Soph 5-9 175 Bethlehem, Pa. / Liberty
DB-Brian Velasco, Franklin & Marshall (A) # Jr 5-11 188 Zionsville, Pa. / Emmaus

First Team Specialists

PK-Spencer Hotaling, Susquehanna + Jr 6-3 170 Selinsgrove, Pa. / Selinsgrove
P-T.J. Morton, Susquehanna ^ Soph 5-10 175 Elkton, Md. / Salesianum School, Del.
KR-Jordan Zackery, Franklin & Marshall # Jr 5-7 156 York, Pa. / William Penn

Offensive Player of the Year: Joe Rollins, McDaniel, Sr., RB
Defensive Player of the Year: Brandon Felus, Juniata, Sr., DL
Rookie of the Year: Nick Palladino, Muhlenberg, Fr., QB
Scholar-Athlete Award: John Arena, Johns Hopkins, Sr., LB (4.0 GPA, Neuroscience)
Coach of the Year: Tim Launtz, Juniata

NOTES

Rollins is the first McDaniel player since Brod Maybank in 2004 to earn Centennial Offensive Player of the Year honors. He is the fifth Green Terror to win the offensive honor and first player on an under .500 team to win the award since 1999 (Paul Smith, Gettysburg).
Felus is the first Juniata player to win the Centennial Defensive Player of the Year award. He is also the first lineman to capture defensive honors since 2000 (Aaron Bartolain, McDaniel).
Rollins, Jenifer and Hotaling become the 37th, 38th and 39th players to earn first-team All-Centennial honors three times.
Schneider, Rollins, Zackery, Jenifer, Cranston, Felus, Gimbar and Hotaling were repeaters from the 2012 first team.
Four players were unanimous first-team selections – Rollins, Bonaddio, Felus and Rice.
Launtz is the first Juniata coach to receiver Conference Coach of the Year honors.
Muhlenberg had two players named to the first team to raise its all-time total to 129. Johns Hopkins is second with 127, followed by Franklin & Marshall (117), Dickinson (113), McDaniel (85), Ursinus (78), Gettysburg (73), Moravian (14), Susquehanna (12) and Juniata (4).
Twelve students were also named to the Conference Academic Honor Roll, which recognizes sophomores, junior and seniors who are key performers and have a 3.40 cumulative grade point average or higher.


Second Team Offense

QB-Ward Udinski, Juniata (A) Jr 6-3 215 Doylestown, Pa. / Central Bucks West
RB-Chris Negron, Moravian Fr 5-8 175 Allentown, Pa. / Freedom
RB-Jason Golderer, Ursinus Sr 5-10 200 Philadelphia, Pa. / Bishop McDevitt
WR-Aden Twer, Gettysburg Sr 6-0 185 Jenkintown, Pa. / Jenkintown
WR-Dan Wodicka, Johns Hopkins + Sr 6-2 215 West Lafayette, Ind. / West Lafayette
WR-Tim Muller, Franklin & Marshall Sr 6-3 195 Pound Ridge, N.Y. / Fox Lane
WR-Isaiah Slutter, Juniata Jr 5-9 190 Hawley, Pa. / Wallenpaupack
WR-Denzell Walker, Susquehanna Jr 6-0 185 Baltimore, Md. / McDonogh School
TE-Brendan Hartman, Johns Hopkins Sr 6-3 240 Cockeysville, Md. / Loyola
TE-Kyle Shuck, Juniata Jr 6-2 222 Selinsgrove, Pa. / Selinsgrove
OL-Joe Polansky, Ursinus & Sr 6-2 260 North East, Md. / Caravel Academy
OL-Kevin Quinn, Johns Hopkins # Sr 6-2 300 Newtown Square, Pa. / Malvern Prep
OL-Josh Gongloff, Juniata % Jr 6-0 355 Tyrone, Pa. / Bellwood-Antis
OL-Michael Reali, Gettysburg Jr 6-4 285 Manhasset, N.Y. / Paul D. Schreiber
OL-Wilmer Barndt, Ursinus Sr 6-1 300 Perkiomenville, Pa. / Boyertown

Second Team Defense

DL-Joe DiTrolio, Johns Hopkins (A) # Sr 5-11 270 Newtown Square, Pa. / Malvern Prep
DL-Matt Connery, Johns Hopkins Jr 6-3 235 Norman, Okla. / Norman
DL-Andrew Fiorentino, Ursinus % Sr 6-0 235 Ocean View, N.J. / Ocean City
DL-Steve Ambs, Ursinus Soph 6-1 230 Pottstown, Pa. / Pottsgrove
LB-Jeremey Thomas, Muhlenberg Jr 5-11 195 Garfield, N.J. / St. Mary
LB-Michael Miller, Dickinson Sr  5-10 205 Hainesport, N.J. / Bishop Eustace
LB-Adrian Bernard, Susquehanna # Jr 6-0 220 East Stroudsburg, Pa. / Pius X
LB-Ryan Young, Franklin & Marshall Jr 5-10 198 Monkton, Md. / Loyola Blakefield
DB-John Feaster, Muhlenberg Fr 5-9 184 Washington Twp., N.J. / Bergen Catholic
DB-Kyle Adkins, Ursinus Soph 5-10 185 Holland, Pa. / Archbishop Wood
DB-Mitch Helmandollar, Dickinson Jr 6-2 190Glenolden, Pa. / Interboro
DB-Ricky Sinnig, Moravian (A) Jr 6-0 193 Hillsdale, N.J. / Bergen Catholic
DB-Dysean Alexander, Ursinus Soph 5-9 170 Bethlehem, Pa. / Moravian Academy

Second Team Specialists
PK-Nick Campbell, Johns Hopkins Fr 5-10 190 Torrance, Calif. / South
P-Robby Fay, Gettysburg Soph 5-8 165 New Providence, N.J. / New Providence
KR-Cody Geyer, Muhlenberg Jr 5-8 180 Wanaque, N.J. / Lakeland Regional


Honorable Mention Offense

QB-Robbie Matey, Johns Hopkins Sr 5-9 195 Orlando, Fla. / Dr. Phillips
RB-Shawn Wilson, Dickinson Soph 5-10 200 Philadelphia, Pa. / Malvern Prep
OL-Frank Seitz, Franklin & Marshall Jr 6-1 252 Slingerlands, N.Y. / LaSalle
OL-Elijah Long, Susquehanna Soph 6-1 285 Willingboro, N.J. / Camden Catholic
OL-Tommy DeVito, Muhlenberg Jr 6-2 255 Chatham, N.J. / Chatham
OL-Ryan Ignatovig, Franklin & Marshall Soph 6-3 276 Pottstown, Pa. / Pope John Paul II

Honorable Mention Defense

DL-Kevin Cellary, Muhlenberg Jr 6-2 260 Allendale, N.J. / Northern Highlands
DL-John Snyder, Moravian Fr 5-11 260 Lehighton, Pa. / Palmerton
LB-Kevin Bracken, Moravian Jr 6-0 224 Wanaque, N.J. / Lakeland Regional
LB-Mike Cousar, McDaniel # Sr 5-10 195 Easton, Pa. / Easton Area
LB-Ethan Wilt, Juniata (A) Jr 6-3 215 Altoona, Pa. / Altoona
DB-Tyler Cerbo, Muhlenberg Jr 5-11 170 Newton, N.J. / Kittatinny

Honorable Mention Specialists

PK/P-Connor Winter, Muhlenberg Jr 6-1 179 Boonton Twp., N.J. / Mountain Lakes 

+ 1st team All-Centennial in 2011 and 2012
* 1st team All-Centennial in 2012
# 2nd team All-Centennial in 2012
% Honorable Mention All-Centennial in 2012
(A) Named to 2013 Fall Conference Academic Honor Roll


All-Sportsmanship Team

Russ Allen, Dickinson, Sr, DB
Chris DeStefano, Franklin & Marshall, Sr, DB
Pat McMichael, Gettysburg, Sr, TE
Joe DiTrolio, Johns Hopkins, Sr, DL
Greg Nixon, Juniata, Sr, LB
Pat Tighe, McDaniel, Sr, DL
Robbie Moyer, Moravian, Sr, QB
Joe Carlucci, Muhlenberg, Sr, QB
Duke Hyacinthe, Susquehanna, Sr, RB
Sean Cooney-Olson, Ursinus, Sr, OL
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on December 16, 2013, 05:34:16 PM
Ho, Ho, Ho...Hum.  Another all purple day in Salem

NJF 1003,  thanks for your service as pickems administrator.

My new years resolotion: I will not submit picks on the bye week this year. :-[
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on March 10, 2014, 09:33:49 PM
Two Blue Jays earned NCAA Postgraduate Scholarships recently.  Congratulations to Arena and Bonaddio.  Can't imagine there's a better combination of academics and football anywhere in Division III right now than at Hopkins.

http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/031014aab.html
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3viewer on March 28, 2014, 08:34:16 PM
From a Brockport poster...Good luck to Rocco Salomone as he was named the new DC at Susquehanna. Long time ex HC at Brockport who was known for their tough defenses during their 4 straight NCAA playoff appearances in the early 2000's.
Looks like Coach Briggs has been there longer than Rocco was at Brockport. 1-9 last year.  They used to be pretty dominant...don't follow them now...not sure what happened .?
I see their OC used to coach at Cortland.another Upstate NY guy..and their DBs coach is from Rochester NY as well.
Was the previous DC fired ? resigned ?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on March 31, 2014, 10:42:10 AM
As F&M gets set to start up spring ball, they also will have a few familiar faces missing from the coaching staff as Craig Sutyak (defensive coordinator) and Jay Ridinger (assistant coach & former WR/ Captain) will join the coaching staff at Lehigh as  defensive backs coach and assistant defensive backs coach respectively.  Former F&M All-Conference defensive lineman and assistant Coach Mark Surma is also the Outside Linebackers Coach for the Mountain Hawks, so plenty of familiar faces on the sideline up in Bethlehem.

http://www.lehighsports.com/news/2014/3/20/FB_0320144025.aspx a
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3viewer on April 17, 2014, 07:21:40 PM
That was fast. Previously reported new DC at Susquehanna, Rocco Salomone already called it quits.
He was pretty heavily promoted on their social media...even going so far as to have a promotional type poster made up with all his previous coaching stats, a bit unusual for a D3 coordinator. Their social media has been silent about his departure.
Must not have liked the food.
https://twitter.com/SUCruFootball/status/450648930426953728/photo/1/large?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=fb&utm_campaign=SUCruFootball&utm_content=450648930426953728
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Go mules on May 30, 2014, 10:15:01 PM
Two teams in the preseason top 20. Should be a fun season, can't wait to get started
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on May 30, 2014, 10:19:16 PM
Welcome to the board. Those magazines aren't usually written by anyone who follows Division III on a regular basis so their value isn't much beyond a little publicity in May or June. :)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on July 18, 2014, 12:50:28 PM
50 days until kickoff... Who's excited?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on July 21, 2014, 06:46:59 AM
Quote from: DipsWin13 on July 18, 2014, 12:50:28 PM
50 days until kickoff... Who's excited?

I am definitely excited.  ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on August 06, 2014, 05:22:56 PM
Getting close now ... CC held its annual media day and Hopkins grabbed the top spot in the preseason coaches/sids poll.

http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/080614aab.html

Might be too many players to replace at JHU ... mules, with always great defense and great young QB, probably team to beat.  They also get Hop at home ... and Hop goes too Muhlenberg, Ursinus & F&M - tough road trips this year for Jays.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 05, 2014, 12:58:03 PM
It's time for the 2014 CC boards Pickem's Competition.  I was hoping that someone out there in CC Land would volunteer to be the Pickems admisnistrator for this year.  If no one volunteers I'll do it.   There are two games tonight so get your picks in before kickoff.  If not, not to worry.  The season winner is the one with hte best winning percentage. 

Sep. 5 
Ursinus at   TCNJ   
McDaniel  at  Catholic   
Sep. 6 
Dickinsonat  #12 Hobart     
Randolph-Macon at  #14 Johns Hopkins     
Lebanon Valley at  Franklin & Marshall   
Susquehanna   at Lycoming     
King's (Pa.)   at Moravian   
Muhlenberg   at Wilkes   
Bridgewater (Va.) at  Gettysburg   
Juniata  at Grove City
Bonus game:
No. 21 Hampden-Sydney  at  No. 16 Wabash 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 05, 2014, 02:12:33 PM
Thanks for your offer


TCNJ   
McDaniel   
Sep. 6 
Hobart     
Johns Hopkins     
Franklin & Marshall   
Lycoming     
King's (Pa.)
Muhlenberg   
Gettysburg   
Grove City
Bonus game:
Wabash 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 05, 2014, 06:28:14 PM
Thanks for your offer! I'll participate!

Ursinus
McD
Hobart
Hop
F&M
Lycoming
Kings
Muhl
Gettysburg
Juniata
Hampden-Sydney

Thanks!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 05, 2014, 07:00:54 PM
Ursinus
Catholic   
Hobart     
Johns Hopkins     
Lebanon Valley
Lycoming     
King's (Pa.)     
Muhlenberg 
Gettysburg   
Juniata
Wabash 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on September 05, 2014, 10:21:59 PM
McDaniel takes the lead against Catholic with 26 seconds left. Score 34-31. Kicker missed extra point. What a comeback. Regardless of the outcome, if McDaniel plays like they played the second half, the rest of the Centennial better watch out.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on September 05, 2014, 10:31:20 PM
McDaniel pulls it off, Catholic missed a game tying fg as time expired. What a comeback...Football is here in Division III!!!!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 11, 2014, 03:53:53 PM
Hey D3MAFAN-MG !

We would welcome you to the pickems with open arms. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 11, 2014, 03:58:04 PM
Week 1's pickems winner is NJF1003 with a winning percentage of .727.  Reserved Seat and 69mule are tied for 2nd at .626.

Where are all the CC fans this fall?  We would appreciate all the past participants to join in the fun.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 11, 2014, 03:59:29 PM
Week 2 pickems:

F&M @ Muhlenberg
McDaniel@ Moravian
Gettysburg @ Ursinus
Dickinson @ Juniata
Johns Hopkins @ Susquehanna
Bonus: Bethel @ Wartburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 12, 2014, 09:29:52 AM
Still here!  I missed the pick'em last week because it was posted a little late, but no matter.  Very exciting non-conference week 1 last week, but as far as I'm concerned week 2 and beyond are the picks that really matter!

Muhlenberg
Moravian
Urinus
Juniata
Johns Hopkins
Bethel

Also, if we were to do confidence picks, the non-CC tie-breaker wouldn't be necessary, but that's merely a suggestion! 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 12, 2014, 05:58:36 PM
F&M
McDaniel
Ursinus
Juniata
Hopkins
Wartburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 13, 2014, 11:27:15 AM
F&M
McDaniel
Ursinus
Dickinson
Johns Hopkins
Bonus: Wartburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 13, 2014, 11:28:39 AM
Muhlenberg
Moravian
Ursinus
Dickinson
Johns Hopkins
Wartburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 17, 2014, 05:20:55 PM
This week's pickems.  Will get the results from last week tabulated soon.

Moravian @ Johns Hopkins 
Ursinus @ Franklin and Marshall 
Susquehanna @ Dickinson 
Juniata @ Gettysburg 
Muhlenberg @ McDaniel
No. 7 UW-Platteville @ No. 5 North Central (Ill.)   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 17, 2014, 06:54:16 PM
JHU
F&M
Dickinson
Juniata
Muhlenberg
NCI
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 17, 2014, 10:21:39 PM
JHU
F&M
Susquehanna
Juniata
Muhlenberg
North Central
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 19, 2014, 11:10:43 AM
Week 2 co champs are DipsWin13 and 69 Mule with 5 out of 6 right.

DipsWin13   5W 1L   0.833
69mule                   5W 1L   0.833
NJF1003                   4W 2L     0.667
Reserved Seat   3W 3L   0.500

Since week 1 is so difficult and we added another player, I will not be using the week 1 picks in the overall results this year.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 19, 2014, 11:17:45 AM
Johns Hopkins 
Ursinus   
Dickinson 
Juniata
Muhlenberg
UW-Platteville
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on September 19, 2014, 01:36:14 PM
Moravian @ Johns Hopkins  
Ursinus @ Franklin and Marshall 
Susquehanna @ Dickinson 
Juniata @ Gettysburg  
Muhlenberg @ McDaniel
No. 7 UW-Platteville @ No. 5 North Central (Ill.)   
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 26, 2014, 11:48:23 AM
Preemptive picks for the weekend:

Moravian def. Dickinson
F&M def. Juniata
Gettysburg def. Susq.
JHU def. Muhlenberg
Ursinus Def. McDaniel

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 26, 2014, 01:10:29 PM
This week's pickems.  Sorry they are late.  I thought I posted these on Wednesday and I guess I didn't hit "post".

Ursinus @ McDaniel
Franklin & Marshall @ Juniata
Dickinson @ Moravian
Gettysburg @ Susquehanna
Johns Hopkins @ Muhlenberg
Bonus: Chapman @ Whitworth 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 26, 2014, 05:33:13 PM
LAst week's results:

We welcome D3MA to the CC boards as he kicked our butts and went 5-1 for an .833 winning percentage.  Nice going D3MA!

DipsWin- 4-2 this week,  9-3 overall (.750)
69mule -  4-2 this week,  9-3 overall (.750)
NJF1003 -  3-3 this week;  7-5 overall (.583)
Reserved Seat; no picks this week; 3-3 overall (.500)
D3MA -   5-1 this week and overall (.833)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 26, 2014, 11:37:02 PM
Ursinus
F&M
Moravian
Gettysburg
Hopkins
Whitworth
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on September 27, 2014, 08:43:22 AM
Ursinus @ McDaniel
Franklin & Marshall @ Juniata
Dickinson @ Moravian
Gettysburg @ Susquehanna
Johns Hopkins @ Muhlenberg
Bonus: Chapman @ Whitworth
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 27, 2014, 01:07:37 PM
Ursinus
Juniata
Dickinson
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Whitworth
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 01, 2014, 01:52:56 PM
Here are week 4's results:
Dipswin was a perfect 5-0 (no bonus pick) to take top honors this week.  NJF1003 has a good week at 5-1.  D3MA and 69Mule?  Not so good.

Dips Win: 5-0  and 14-3 overall (.824)
NJF1003: 5-1 and  12-6 overall (.667)
D3MA: 2-4 and 7-5 overall (.583)
69Mule: 2-4 and 11-7 overall (.611)
Reserved Seat didn't pick (.500 overall)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 01, 2014, 03:24:26 PM
WEEK 5 PICKS:

Juniata @ Johns Hopkins
Moravian @ Ursinus
McDaniel @ Gettysburg
Muhlenberg @ Susquehanna
Franklin & Marshall @ Dickinson
BONUS: Thomas More @ Washington & Jefferson
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 02, 2014, 05:07:11 PM
Johns Hopkins
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Franklin & Marshall
BONUS: Washington & Jefferson
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 03, 2014, 08:14:32 PM
Hopkins
Ursinus
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
F&M
W&J
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on October 03, 2014, 10:17:32 PM
Juniata @ Johns Hopkins
Moravian @ Ursinus
McDaniel @ Gettysburg
Muhlenberg @ Susquehanna
Franklin & Marshall @ Dickinson
BONUS: Thomas More @ Washington & Jefferson

Will be seriously shocked if there are any "upsets" this week (or if anyone has any different picks besides the bonus.)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 08, 2014, 05:20:28 PM
Based on the fact that Dickinson didn't get blown out by #12 (at the time) Hobart, I thought they might upset F&M.   That is, if it was an upset at all.

Susquehanna must be the best 0-5 team in D3.  They only lost to JHU by 7 and then lost to the Mules by only 4.  Watch out for a couple of big upsets by the Crusaders.  Ursinus could fall to them.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 08, 2014, 05:23:57 PM
Last week's results:
Dips Win: 5-1  and 17-4overall (.810)
NJF1003: 5-1 and  17-7 overall (.708)
69mule: 5-1 and 16-8 overall (.667)
D3MA: didn't pick.   (overall .583)
Reserved Seat didn't pick (.500 overall)
Only three players last week and they all had the same picks.

Bye week is this week.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 09, 2014, 07:35:12 PM
Sorry I have not gotten into the picks this yea, but just got back from vacation and catching up on things.

Seems that turnovers and penalties are again deciding some of the games.
Johns Hopkins and Ursinus look like the hot teams this year.

Check out the stats:http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2014-15/stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2014-15/stats/confldrs.htm)

Enjoy
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 14, 2014, 10:29:53 PM
Welcome back Old Ends.  8-) Looking forward to you joining in on the pickems.

This week's pickems.  Don't forget that there is a Friday night game.

Johns Hopkins @ Dickinson Fri. 10/17/14             
Ursinus  @ Juniata                 
McDaniel @ Franklin & Marshall       
Susquehanna    @ Moravian    
Gettysburg @ Muhlenberg
Bonus: Emory & Henry @ Hampden-Sydney

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on October 15, 2014, 02:15:21 PM
JHU
Ursinus
F&M
Moravian
Muhlenberg
Hampden-Sydney

I like the Friday night thing, I wonder if it causes any adjustments for the players.  I imagine they're all pretty well rested coming out of the bye week though.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on October 15, 2014, 02:52:14 PM
Johns Hopkins @ Dickinson Fri. 10/17/14             
Ursinus   @ Juniata                 
McDaniel @ Franklin & Marshall         
Susquehanna    @ Moravian      
Gettysburg @ Muhlenberg
Bonus: Emory & Henry @ Hampden-Sydney
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 15, 2014, 05:09:29 PM
I picked Emory and Henry only because I didn't want the same opicks as the first 2 submissions.

Johns Hopkins         
Ursinus               
Franklin & Marshall       
Moravian     
Muhlenberg
Emory & Henry
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 15, 2014, 10:11:15 PM
Hopkins
Ursinus
F&M
Moravian
Muhlenberg
Hampden-Sydney

I heard F&M wants to play several night games when that new stadium eventually gets built. Did you know that they've played night games at Sponaugle-Williamson?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 22, 2014, 05:38:13 PM
WEEK #7 PICKEMS:

Gettysburg @ Johns Hopkins (Fri., Oct, 24)
Moravian @ Franklin & Marshall
Susquehanna @ Ursinus
Dickinson @ McDaniel
Juniata @ Muhlenberg
Bonus: Salisbury @ Ithaca 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 22, 2014, 06:03:58 PM
LAST WEEK'S RESULTS:

NJF1003, Dipswin13 and D3MA were locked in a 3 way tie for the winner's spot at 5-1.  69Mule brought up the rear at 4-2.

OVERALL RANKINGS
Dipswin13 22-5 (815)
NJF1003 22-8 (.733)
69mule 20-10 (667)
D3MA  12-6 (.667)
Reserved Seat 3-3 (.500)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on October 22, 2014, 10:43:17 PM
Gettysburg @ Johns Hopkins (Fri., Oct, 24)
Moravian @ Franklin & Marshall
Susquehanna @ Ursinus
Dickinson @ McDaniel
Juniata @ Muhlenberg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 23, 2014, 03:41:16 PM
JHU
Moravian
Ursinus
Dickinson
Mules
Salisbury

Will the upstart Juniata Eagles continue their winning ways and pull a big upset over the Mules?  Can winless Susquehanna pull off a miracle and beat the Ursinus Bears?  After all, they only lost to Hopkins by a TD and to the Mules by only 4.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on October 23, 2014, 04:02:18 PM
Gettysburg @ Johns Hopkins (Fri., Oct, 24)
Moravian @ Franklin & Marshall
Susquehanna @ Ursinus
Dickinson @ McDaniel
Juniata @ Muhlenberg
Bonus: Salisbury @ Ithaca
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 24, 2014, 08:42:32 PM
Totally missed these until now..
JHU
F&M
Ursinus
Dickinson
Muhlenberg
Salisbury
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 29, 2014, 05:08:32 PM
This weeks pickems:

Franklin & Marshall at Susquehanna
Johns Hopkins at Ursinus
Moravian at Gettysburg
Muhlenberg at Dickinson
McDaniel at Juniata
Bonus: Thomas More @ Waynesburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 29, 2014, 05:23:13 PM
Last week's results:

NJF1003 takes the weekly championship but DipsWin is the overall leader.

Dips Win:  26-6 overall (.813).  4-1 this week
NJF1003: 27-9 overall (.733).  5-1 this week
69mule: 24-12 overall (.667).  4-2 this week
D3MA: 15-9 overall   ( .625).  3-3 this week
Reserved Seat didn't pick (.500 overall)
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 29, 2014, 05:30:28 PM
F&M
JHU
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Juniata
Thomas More
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 29, 2014, 09:00:03 PM
F&M
JHU
Gburg
Muhlenberg
Juniata

Waynesburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on October 31, 2014, 10:21:37 AM
Franklin & Marshall at Susquehanna
Johns Hopkins at Ursinus
Moravian at Gettysburg
Muhlenberg at Dickinson
McDaniel at Juniata
Bonus: Thomas More @ Waynesburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 31, 2014, 06:44:35 PM
Franklin & Marshall
Johns Hopkins
Gettysburg
Muhlenberg
Juniata
Waynesburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on October 31, 2014, 07:07:37 PM
Franklin & Marshall at Susquehanna
Johns Hopkins at Ursinus
Moravian at Gettysburg
Muhlenberg at Dickinson
McDaniel at Juniata
Bonus: Thomas More @ Waynesburg
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on November 05, 2014, 02:28:15 AM
Does anyone see the Centennial having two teams in this year's playoff? Thoughts? I believe that if both teams can at least win one game, it would help with the perception in the upcoming year's.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jknezek on November 05, 2014, 09:16:24 AM
Quote from: D3MAFAN-MG on November 05, 2014, 02:28:15 AM
Does anyone see the Centennial having two teams in this year's playoff? Thoughts? I believe that if both teams can at least win one game, it would help with the perception in the upcoming year's.

Unlikely. Only Muhlenberg stands a chance at getting a C and they won't have a quality win. They spent their one OOC beating up on Wilkes (2-6). I doubt Ursinus gets RR, especially if they lose to Muhlenberg. So the Muhles would be 0-1 RRO, with an SOS under .500.  Not going to get it done on the table.

Do they even get to the table? The South is a little short on C candidates right now. Assuming Wesley gets a B, that leaves either TLU, Centre or the MASCAC champ getting the other B. I think it goes to an undefeated Centre, but their schedule is not good. I'd assume a one loss TLU gets to the table before Muhlenberg, TLU will have a better SOS, and I definitely think an undefeated Centre hits the table first. Who else? Maybe the ODAC runner-up. E&H could be a one loss ODAC team, loss to H-SC, win over Maryville. They will also have a terrible SOS however.

That leaves TMC. Two losses to RRO, and also a poor SOS. But... the extra RRO game probably pushes them up. Other than an undefeated Centre, or maybe a one loss TLU, I don't see a South team getting off the board in comparison to the North and West teams. So whoever hits the table first is most likely the only South team with a chance, and I just don't see Muhlenberg in that role.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on November 05, 2014, 11:40:54 AM
Quote from: jknezek on November 05, 2014, 09:16:24 AM
Quote from: D3MAFAN-MG on November 05, 2014, 02:28:15 AM
Does anyone see the Centennial having two teams in this year's playoff? Thoughts? I believe that if both teams can at least win one game, it would help with the perception in the upcoming year's.

Unlikely. Only Muhlenberg stands a chance at getting a C and they won't have a quality win. They spent their one OOC beating up on Wilkes (2-6). I doubt Ursinus gets RR, especially if they lose to Muhlenberg. So the Muhles would be 0-1 RRO, with an SOS under .500.  Not going to get it done on the table.

Do they even get to the table? The South is a little short on C candidates right now. Assuming Wesley gets a B, that leaves either TLU, Centre or the MASCAC champ getting the other B. I think it goes to an undefeated Centre, but their schedule is not good. I'd assume a one loss TLU gets to the table before Muhlenberg, TLU will have a better SOS, and I definitely think an undefeated Centre hits the table first. Who else? Maybe the ODAC runner-up. E&H could be a one loss ODAC team, loss to H-SC, win over Maryville. They will also have a terrible SOS however.

That leaves TMC. Two losses to RRO, and also a poor SOS. But... the extra RRO game probably pushes them up. Other than an undefeated Centre, or maybe a one loss TLU, I don't see a South team getting off the board in comparison to the North and West teams. So whoever hits the table first is most likely the only South team with a chance, and I just don't see Muhlenberg in that role.

You are right JK, poor scheduling is going to doom them, I know they played Wilkes back in 09 and loss, but that wasn't a very good year for the Mules, but scheduling a team like Apprentice (no pun intended) has hurt their perception especially after losing to Delaware Valley a couple times, they may have wanted to dial it down, but you only help yourself by playing better teams, when situations like this occur, so the may be on the outside looking in.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 05, 2014, 05:39:53 PM
Results:

DipsWin retains first place.  D3MA passes 69mule for 3rd in overall winning percentage.  Welcome back reserved seat!

Dips Win:  31-7 overall (.816).  5-1 this week
NJF1003: 27-9 overall (.738).  4-2 this week
D3MA: 21-9 overall   ( .700).  6-0 this week
69mule: 24-12 overall (.690).  5-1 this week
Reserved Seat:  7-5 overall (.583) 4-2 this week
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 05, 2014, 05:52:12 PM
This week's pickems:

#8/8 Johns Hopkins at Franklin & Marshall
Moravian at Juniata
Gettysburg at Dickinson
Susquehanna at McDaniel
Ursinus at #-/25 Muhlenberg
Bonus: Willamette at Pacific Lutheran

#/# - D3football.com / AFCA ranking
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on November 06, 2014, 06:32:42 PM
Pretty impressive ... 10 JHu players on academic all district team.  Cant be many - if any - with more.

http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/110614aab.html

COngrats to Margraff and his boys.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 06, 2014, 11:41:17 PM
JHU (just don't see it happening again, as much as I want it to aka last time JHU was at F&M, we beat them, last conference loss for Hop)
Juniata
Dickinson
Susquehanna
Muhl (matchup of the day, home team getting the edge)

Pacific
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on November 07, 2014, 06:05:44 AM
#8/8 Johns Hopkins at Franklin & Marshall
Moravian at Juniata
Gettysburg at Dickinson
Susquehanna at McDaniel
Ursinus at #-/25 Muhlenberg
Bonus: Willamette at Pacific
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 07, 2014, 02:32:21 PM
I messed up.  It is Willamette at Pacific (not Pacific Lutheran).  Please repick the bonus game.  If all do not repick the bonus game we'll omit it this week.  Sorry for my error.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 07, 2014, 02:35:54 PM
Johns Hopkins
Juniata
Dickinson
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Willamette
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 07, 2014, 02:38:40 PM
Johns Hopkins
Juniata
Dickinson
Susquehanna
Muhlenberg
Pacific
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on November 12, 2014, 09:52:14 AM
For those who haven't seen yet, F&M and Gettysburg will get to battle for a pretty cool trophy in their annual matchup from now on, beginning with this season, the 100th game between the two schools:

http://www.eveningsun.com/collegesports/ci_26909352/gettysburg-college-football-rivalry-franklin-marshall-gets-some
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 13, 2014, 12:30:59 PM
This week's picks:

McDaniel at Johns Hopkins
Muhlenberg at Moravian
Dickinson at Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall at Gettysburg,
Juniata at Susquehanna
No. 16 Delaware Valley at No. 12 Widener
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 13, 2014, 03:03:34 PM
Johns Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall
Susquehanna
Widener
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 13, 2014, 05:24:58 PM
Last week's results:

D3MA was perfect 2 weeks in a row.

Dips Win:  31-7 overall (.816).  Absent this week
D3MA: 27-9 overall   ( .750).  6-0 this week
NJF1003:31-11 overall (.738).  4-2 this week
69mule: 27-15 overall (.643).  3-3 this week
Reserved Seat:  11-7 overall (.611) 4-2 this week
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 14, 2014, 12:27:17 AM
Johns Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall
Susquehanna
Widener
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on November 14, 2014, 01:22:52 AM
Quote from: 69mule on November 13, 2014, 12:30:59 PM
This week's picks:

McDaniel at Johns Hopkins
Muhlenberg at Moravian
Dickinson at Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall at Gettysburg,
Juniata at Susquehanna
No. 16 Delaware Valley at No. 12 Widener

There is no way I catch Dips, I guess Dipswins (literally)  :'( ;) ;D
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 14, 2014, 12:02:17 PM
Hopkins
Muhlenberg
Ursinus
Franklin & Marshall
Juniata
Delaware Valley
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on November 15, 2014, 10:00:30 AM
If we're still going:

Muhlenberg
Hopkins
Ursinus
Juniata
F&M
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 17, 2014, 02:03:50 PM
Despite all the naysayers, the Mules are in the playoffs.   ;D
Go Mules and go Jays!

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on November 17, 2014, 02:16:58 PM
Quote from: 69mule on November 17, 2014, 02:03:50 PM
Despite all the naysayers, the Mules are in the playoffs.   ;D
Go Mules and go Jays!

I had a feeling the committee was going to do something crazy this year, just didn't know if it was going to be with the Mules or Thomas More. Nevertheless, congrats to the Mules and Jays!
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 17, 2014, 05:15:30 PM
l standings in the pickems.

Congrats to Dips Win as the 2015 CC Pickems champ.  He was the winner of the weekly picks (possibly by virtue of the fact that he did not pick the bonus game)but the winner just the same.

Dips Win:  35-8 overall (.814)   4-1 this week
D3MA: 31-11 overall   ( .738).  4-2 this week
NJF1003:  35-13 overall (.729).  4-2 this week
69mule: 31-17 overall (.646).  4-2 this week
Reserved Seat:  15-9 overall (.625) 4-2 this week

Thanks to all for participating. 
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Jayfan on November 17, 2014, 06:38:20 PM
Congrats to the Mules, so great for the CC to get two teams in the tourney.

I have a question for anybody that may know; if Hopkins wins, and Hobart wins, who has the home game?

Thx

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bartman on November 23, 2014, 09:22:09 PM
Quote from: Jayfan on November 17, 2014, 06:38:20 PM
Congrats to the Mules, so great for the CC to get two teams in the tourney.

I have a question for anybody that may know; if Hopkins wins, and Hobart wins, who has the home game?

Thx
Welcome to sunny Geneva...wine tours....the lake trout capital of the world....  and Statesmen football..... No lax sticks allowed Saturday
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on November 24, 2014, 10:20:59 AM
What a tough way for the Mules to end their season!  They were such a talented team this year and I feel for those guys to go down the way they did.  I wasn't able to watch but saw the box score and recap... Was there anyone who was there/ tuned in who can shed a little light on how it all went down in the last couple of minutes in the 4th?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: ITH radio on November 24, 2014, 11:05:12 AM
Would welcome any Hop or CC fans' insights on the Blue Jays via PM or otherwise. Looking for "data" for blog / game preview.

Thx!

JB
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: 101 Aborne on November 24, 2014, 12:10:28 PM
Dips win 13___the mules put up a great effort and really deserved to win.unfortunately some terrible clock management in the final 90 seconds by the coaching staff turned the game. A phantom defensive holding penalty did not help either.but this old mule was very proud of the kids, hopefully next year will be as good as this one was.have a safe day and airborne all the way.
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bman on November 24, 2014, 12:58:55 PM
Quote from: DipsWin13 on November 24, 2014, 10:20:59 AM
What a tough way for the Mules to end their season!  They were such a talented team this year and I feel for those guys to go down the way they did.  I wasn't able to watch but saw the box score and recap... Was there anyone who was there/ tuned in who can shed a little light on how it all went down in the last couple of minutes in the 4th?

DipsWin13
Not sure if you read the MAC board, but I put a summary of the last 6 minutes on the board...Only video would do it justice however...not sure if a replay is available.  I will check...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bman on November 25, 2014, 10:13:31 AM
Quote from: bman on November 24, 2014, 12:58:55 PM
Quote from: DipsWin13 on November 24, 2014, 10:20:59 AM
What a tough way for the Mules to end their season!  They were such a talented team this year and I feel for those guys to go down the way they did.  I wasn't able to watch but saw the box score and recap... Was there anyone who was there/ tuned in who can shed a little light on how it all went down in the last couple of minutes in the 4th?

DipsWin13
Not sure if you read the MAC board, but I put a summary of the last 6 minutes on the board...Only video would do it justice however...not sure if a replay is available.  I will check...

Dips win 13...you can go onto the Scoreboard for the Playoffs and scroll to the Widener/Muhlenberg game.  You can click on the Video link.
It will take to to the Livestream sign in page (you will have to register for Widener events (its free).  Once complete, you will be able to play the replay of the game...

Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bman on November 25, 2014, 10:16:54 AM
Quote from: 101 Aborne on November 24, 2014, 12:10:28 PM
Dips win 13___the mules put up a great effort and really deserved to win.unfortunately some terrible clock management in the final 90 seconds by the coaching staff turned the game. A phantom defensive holding penalty did not help either.but this old mule was very proud of the kids, hopefully next year will be as good as this one was.have a safe day and airborne all the way.

just watched the replay of the game on livestream...(at around 2:38 in the broadcast) you will see the holding penalty you mention...it was not phantom...the linebacker mugged the receiver coming across the middle...it's clear in the video...
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on November 27, 2014, 09:40:32 PM
All-CC honors are out (and have been for a few days...)

http://centennial.org/sports/fball/2014-15/releases/All-CC

Anyone have any thoughts?  Major disagreements with the picks?  Anything?
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: bman on November 28, 2014, 10:33:08 AM
Udinski must be a stud, beacuse Palladino is really really good....
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on December 12, 2014, 11:41:41 AM
Looks like there's going to be a new face at the helm of the Crusaders for the first time in a quarter of a century, as Susquehanna head coach, Steve Briggs is going to be transitioning into a new role as a development officer for the university for their upcoming capital campaign.

http://www.gosusqu.com/sports/fball/2014-15/releases/2014121074vpon
Title: Re: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on January 15, 2015, 03:44:17 PM
QuoteSusquehanna University has named Tom "Perk" Perkovich, Muhlenberg College's offensive coordinator, as its head football coach, the university announced at a news conference Tuesday afternoon.

http://centennial.org/sports/fball/2014-15/releases/1-13-Perkovich
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on July 13, 2015, 02:54:05 PM
http://www.d3football.com/top25/2015/preseason

Hopkins (#13) and Muhlenberg (#25) both representing the Centennial in the Preseason D3 Football poll.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 26, 2015, 08:41:16 PM
This year I will be able to be more involved then the last few.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 26, 2015, 08:44:27 PM
Preseason Centennial Poll

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/guide/Poll (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/guide/Poll)

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on August 26, 2015, 08:51:15 PM
Some interesting facts:

[urlhttp://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/guide/2015-FB-Notes.pdf][/url]

enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 02, 2015, 02:00:20 PM
Great to see you back old ends!  Really looking forward to this upcoming CC season.  So I'll volunteer to step up and do the pick'em this season (many thanks to the hard work of NJF1003 their hard work the past few seasons!)  If it's amendable to everyone, I'd like to try something a little bit different this season that might generate a little bit of interest, I think should be a fun addition to our tradition, and will be a truer test of CC football knowledge: a confidence interval pick'em pool (for a full explanation, see: https://help.yahoo.com/kb/pro-football-pickem/SLN6640.html?impressions=true)

Previously, we've picked winners and losers of each matchup with a non-Centennial tie-breaker.  After each week (and the end of the season) we add up who got the most games correct, and then award a winner.  For a confidence pool, we still pick winners of games, but then there's a small added step of weighting the confidence of those picks to award points. 

Each week, you'll assign a point value from 1 (least confident) to 10 (most confident) to the result of each game based on how strongly you feel about the accuracy of your selections. If your selection is correct, you'll receive points equal to the confidence-point value you associated with that game.  If you pick the winner incorrectly, you'll receive 0 points.

For instance, if you're extremely confident that Johns Hopkins is going to win (shocker) you'd assign it as the match up that you're most confident in, and if they do win, you would get that value added to your weekly (and overall) score.

You'll be able to make your picks weekly on a form that will be housed here: http://tinyurl.com/CCFBPickEm2015

So three steps:
1) Enter your user name and select the week you're making picks for.
(https://www.d3boards.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FXeaUDDr.png&hash=4468c70351da5ed73cc1a35af0f973a026fbdf91)
2) Pick the winner of each game.
(https://www.d3boards.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F4hdU06h.png&hash=4d4b168d57fe870277d7431cdaa5d65ae3587922)
3) Select your confidence score for each game.
(https://www.d3boards.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FE8XcnTo.png&hash=2aba8958df7c46c6731e5bc2ce0b612a45ab69bc)

Full album with high resolution photos can be found here: http://imgur.com/a/GEfEL

Three added bonuses of this system (in my mind) are:
1) It eliminates the non-CC tie-breaker (that I'm fairly certain everyone just guessed on anyways)
2) If someone misses a week, it won't cripple them for the overall season standings.
3) It should help make tallying up the scores easier.

Once I see how it goes, I'll see if I can either upload the scoresheet directly, or tally them up and post.  I already have the games entered for week one.  I hope you all might be willing to try this out, and if it ends up being too difficult, we can reevaluate.  Hope I haven't made this sound more difficult than it actually is!  If you have any questions or thoughts, feel free to post and I'll try to clear it up.

So once again, go to the following link to make your picks, and best of luck to everyone!: http://tinyurl.com/CCFBPickEm2015
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 03, 2015, 10:25:06 PM
Crazy game between Ursinus and Millersville. In the fourth overtime, tied 9-9.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: GillCJ1 on September 03, 2015, 10:40:08 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on September 03, 2015, 10:25:06 PM
Crazy game between Ursinus and Millersville. In the fourth overtime, tied 9-9.

I was following updates on this game.  5 OTs!  So close to the record.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 04, 2015, 01:29:15 AM
Truly a bonkers way to start the season with the UC/ Millersville matchup, but having attended the F&M v. LVC game, it ended up being quite the barnburner too right down to the wire.

This is why I'm so excited for CC football to be back, it's such a wonderful time of the year!

(Also, if you haven't made your picks yet, it's not too late!!!) http://tinyurl.com/CCFBPickEm2015
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 04, 2015, 11:48:37 AM
Just filled out my picks. Had to choose for the UC and F&M games too even though they were already played. Hope others play too, things seem a little quiet here.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on September 04, 2015, 06:55:15 PM
I saw the Millersville score (5OTs) and did a double-take.

But why did Ursinus play a D-2 school?  There are so many D-3's nearby.  Thanks.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 05, 2015, 05:38:48 PM
totally miss this weeks picks due to the birth of a great granddaughter, but it was worth missing to see the little one.

http://www.gettysburgsports.com/news/2015/9/4/FB_0904153230.aspx (http://www.gettysburgsports.com/news/2015/9/4/FB_0904153230.aspx)

[urlhttp://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/090515aaa.html][/url]


enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 08, 2015, 10:13:57 PM
Great first week definitely punctuated by that wacky Ursinus game... Haven't ever seen one quite like that.  F&M and McDaniel games came right down to the wire too!

Now for the picks:
gohop   53
njf1003   46
DipsWin13   44
Jcfb2003   38
jayhawkdaddy   34

You can view the picks from last week (with confidence scores) here on the "Week 1" tab at the bottom of the page: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WmngDqpgvdhS9ZZY8wc38IW9LMS43NDL9l4UEDvBonY/edit?usp=sharing

All the games this week are 1 PM, and you can make them here: http://tinyurl.com/CCFBPickEm2015 (be sure to select "Week 2 (9/12)" on the first page.)

Many congratulations to old ends on your great granddaughter!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 09, 2015, 10:12:03 AM
Dipswin13:

That is really a nice set up for the picks. Will enjoy this.

Thanks
Old Ends
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 13, 2015, 09:12:17 PM
In case you did not get to read about a game, here are some of the local newspaper accounts.

F & M Game
http://lancasteronline.com/sports/collegefootball/fourth-quarter-rally-carries-f-m-to---victory/article_f7cadf28-599f-11e5-8af5-bbc95bf5a785.html


Gettysburg
http://www.eveningsun.com/collegesports/ci_28803416/gettysburg-grinds-out-win-over-ursinus (http://www.eveningsun.com/collegesports/ci_28803416/gettysburg-grinds-out-win-over-ursinus)

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 14, 2015, 10:01:50 PM
Quite the week in the CC, the weather being relatively uncooperative, and some unexpected results to be sure.

Kudos to njf1003 for being the only one to pick the Diplomats to knock off the Mules (although also the only one to pick the Green Terror to beat the Hounds...)  Great to see old ends and 69mule get in on the action as well this week.  69mule took first place with 11 points, but GoHop still maintains the overall points lead with the week 1 scores included.

User name    Week 2 Points   Correct Picks
DipsWin13           7                     2
old ends            10                     3
gohop                 8                     3
jcfb2003             8                     2
69mule              11                    3
njf1003               9                     3

You can view the picks from last week (with confidence scores) here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WmngDqpgvdhS9ZZY8wc38IW9LMS43NDL9l4UEDvBonY/edit?usp=sharing

Also, I added a tab for total number of correct picks because I know that has been a fan favorite in the past.

You can make your picks for week 3 here: http://tinyurl.com/CCFBPickEm2015 (be sure to select "Week 3 (9/19)" on the first page.)

Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 14, 2015, 11:56:43 PM
Quote from: DipsWin13 on September 14, 2015, 10:01:50 PM


Kudos to njf1003 for being the only one to pick the Diplomats to knock off the Mules (although also the only one to pick the Green Terror to beat the Hounds...) 
Yeah...
I don't know what I was thinking with that Terror pick. I guess I wasn't thinking about much Moravian had improved recently...
But yeah... weird weather delayed games on Sat.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 15, 2015, 10:29:42 AM
Greetings from the left coast.  8-)   It is actually raining this morning, a blessing to us.

I watched part of the Mules/Dips game.  Two missed conversions by the Mules and a lot of persistence by the Dips made the difference.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 15, 2015, 12:26:49 PM
69mule- The conversions were definitely key, but in my mind the key moment that swung the momentum to the Diplomats was the turnover in the 4th quarter at right around the 2 minute mark of the highlight video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3ioFqp5HTE&feature=youtu.be

You can hear Phil Soto-Ortiz say that a Mules first down would end the game and then the Diplomat defense took the ball.  Honestly though, what a sensational football game (regardless of outcome or rooting interest) to start of the CC season!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2015, 03:57:38 PM
Just got around to reading the confidence point rule.  Looks like I didn't follow the rules.  I'll do it correctly next week.  I only looked at what the pickers above me did; I should have looked at everyone's or read the rules first. ;D
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2015, 04:07:11 PM
I had Muhlenberg and John Hopkins as definite wins.(5-4)
F&M almost sure(3)
The other two games as not sure(2-1)
As you can tell from my confidence levels.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 19, 2015, 04:17:08 PM
Looking at the scoring from previous weeks, it looks like some scores are inflated by using the same confidence levels.  I love the scoring idea.  Wish I had read the rules earlier.  I was just trying to get my vote in on time. :-[


Congratulations DipsWin13 on your work.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 19, 2015, 05:23:25 PM
Reserved Seat- I actually goofed up and didn't check the "allow one response per line" box on the confidence points grid this week (i.e. it was possible to select two games at the same confidence level, which based on the rules we have set you shouldn't be able to do.)  I have it corrected for future weeks so it won't happen again. 

Everyone did really well this week with their picks (I'll review them and have scores and totals up early next week) but I think to rectify the mistake, I'll give the maximum amount of allowable points for correct answers without repeats.  As far as I know the only game that anyone got incorrect was the Dickinson/ Susquehanna score (I was one of the ones who got it incorrect...) so it may not be a real issue... and again this is all just for fun anyways.

I'm glad you all are enjoying the system, I think it's been a lot of fun so far!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 19, 2015, 09:23:04 PM
Updates that are showing up in the paper

F & M
http://godiplomats.com/sports/m-footbl/2015-16/releases/20150919std9yi (http://godiplomats.com/sports/m-footbl/2015-16/releases/20150919std9yi)

Gettysburg
http://www.juniatasports.net/sports/fball/2015-16/releases/20150919rlm240 (http://www.juniatasports.net/sports/fball/2015-16/releases/20150919rlm240)

Susquehanna
http://www.gosusqu.com/sports/fball/2015-16/releases/20150919ppbiss (http://www.gosusqu.com/sports/fball/2015-16/releases/20150919ppbiss)

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 22, 2015, 07:55:24 PM
One thing I always enjoy looking at is the stats. Helps with the picks and the trends I see. One of them I key in on is the turnover margins. Below are the stats for the 2 Conference games for each team so far.

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confonly.htm (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confonly.htm)

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 24, 2015, 12:45:39 PM
My picks are in for this week.

Glad to see you have extended it out for the next few weeks.

Just a great system

Thanks
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 26, 2015, 08:14:52 AM
How can I see my picks to review?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on September 26, 2015, 12:46:57 PM
Hi Old Ends,  Great to have you back.  I hope the great grand baby is thriving.  Congrats.  Appreciate the links you send us.

I like to look at the stats too.  Later in the season I like to go to the NCAA website and compare the CC teams and players with the national D3 leaders.

All the best!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on September 26, 2015, 01:50:16 PM
Sorry for dropping the ball on posting results from last week.  I'll have a full update after week 4.  Week-by-week results are viewable in the color tabs at the bottom of the page here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WmngDqpgvdhS9ZZY8wc38IW9LMS43NDL9l4UEDvBonY/edit?usp=sharing
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Div3Fan on September 27, 2015, 04:21:49 PM
I thought the Mules might pull out a W yesterday  :'(

I was surprised to see that JHU has won all but one game in the CC  these past 5 years.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 27, 2015, 07:11:55 PM
Here is what the papers have to say

Hopkins

http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/football/bs-sp-hopkins-football-20150926-story.html (http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/football/bs-sp-hopkins-football-20150926-story.html)

F & M
http://lancasteronline.com/sports/football/franklinandmarshall/tanner-erisman-shines-in-f-m-debut-as-diplomats-down/article_7831f5a8-6499-11e5-ada7-af5149a0d781.html (http://lancasteronline.com/sports/football/franklinandmarshall/tanner-erisman-shines-in-f-m-debut-as-diplomats-down/article_7831f5a8-6499-11e5-ada7-af5149a0d781.html)

Dickinson:

http://cumberlink.com/college-football-turnovers-cost-dickinson-in-loss-burger-scores-twice/article_bae914bf-93e3-52a8-a479-f258e5099348.html (http://cumberlink.com/college-football-turnovers-cost-dickinson-in-loss-burger-scores-twice/article_bae914bf-93e3-52a8-a479-f258e5099348.html)

enjoy


Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 29, 2015, 11:14:44 AM
I am trying to put in my picks for this week but it doesn't work. Anyone else having this problem?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 29, 2015, 02:39:43 PM
My picks didn't go through either.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 29, 2015, 05:18:21 PM
I'm having no success either...
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 29, 2015, 08:03:48 PM
Here are the Stats thru the 29th of September.

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confonly.htm (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confonly.htm)

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on September 29, 2015, 08:09:34 PM
I went back to page 235 and click on the link and put my picks in with no problem.

See if that works for all of you.

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on September 30, 2015, 10:07:15 AM
That's what I did, still doesn't work. Got to make picks but when I clicked on continue it just brings me back to the same page. The bar at the bottom says 42% done and never goes to 100% after I do my confidence picks like it used to.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 01, 2015, 08:02:29 PM
Here are my picks since I'm not sure I'll be able to check in again to see if the form is fixed.
F&M 3
Muhl 4
JHU 5
Gburg 2
Moravian 1
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 01, 2015, 09:44:38 PM
Also, my picks
F&M 2
Muhl 4
JHU 5
Gburg 3
Ursinus 1
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 02, 2015, 10:17:30 AM
Here are mine:
F&M 4
JHU 5
Muhl 3
Gburg 2
Moravian 1
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 03, 2015, 11:38:05 AM
Me 3:

F&M 2
Get 5
Mor 1
Mules 3
JHU 4
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 04, 2015, 10:36:44 AM
Here is what the papers ha to say:

F & M and Dickinson. did not see that one coming.
http://lancasteronline.com/sports/local_sports/dickinson-earns-soggy-football-win-at-franklin-marshall/article_086d9d06-6a2c-11e5-a7eb-1f85e9a55540.html (http://lancasteronline.com/sports/local_sports/dickinson-earns-soggy-football-win-at-franklin-marshall/article_086d9d06-6a2c-11e5-a7eb-1f85e9a55540.html)

Muhlenberg and Susquehanna:
http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-muhlenberg-susquehanna-centennial-conference-football-1003-20151003-story.html (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-muhlenberg-susquehanna-centennial-conference-football-1003-20151003-story.html)

Moravian and Ursinus :
http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/moravian-college/index.ssf/2015/10/moravian_college_football_team_34.html#incart_river (http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/moravian-college/index.ssf/2015/10/moravian_college_football_team_34.html#incart_river)

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on October 05, 2015, 04:17:36 PM
The form is working again, I just entered my picks for week 6
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 06, 2015, 06:26:40 PM
The stats for the Conference games only to date:

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confonly.htm (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confonly.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 06, 2015, 06:33:41 PM
October 24th Johns Hopkins and Gettysburg look to battle for the number one spot of the Conference.
I hope to view this game over the video links.

Have watched a few so far this year and have enjoyed them.

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Adam Turer on October 13, 2015, 07:27:24 PM
Hey All,

I don't have much time to hop on the boards, but love to see everyone following the Centennial. Is this the year someone finally knocks off JHU? As good as some of the other teams have looked, I don't see too many weaknesses in the Blue Jays yet. At least we enter the second half of the season with some worthy contenders. Hope you're reading Around the Mid-Atlantic each week. Feel free to reach out if you have any column ideas. Thanks!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on October 14, 2015, 01:23:52 PM
Thank you guys for being so patient and manually entering your picks here.  I'm not sure what happened with the form, but it should be in good working order now.  Here's the full updated standings with picks, and points:

Username   Total Points
gohop   100
njf1003   97
DipsWin13   93
Jcfb2003   60
69Mule   53
Old Ends   37
jayhawkdaddy   34
Reserved Seat   12
   
Username   Correct Pick %
njf1003   83.33%
69Mule   80.00%
DipsWin13   76.67%
Old Ends   75.00%
gohop   71.43%
Jcfb2003   60.00%
Reserved Seat   60.00%
jayhawkdaddy   50.00%

I'm going to try to get the rest of the picks for the remainder of the season set up as a safety measure, but thank you all again for participating!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 17, 2015, 11:56:26 AM
DipsWin13, if I didn't get my picks in for a week, doesn't count for all misses?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 17, 2015, 02:07:50 PM
F&M's starting QB goes down with what looks like an ankle injury.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 17, 2015, 03:15:03 PM
Penalties are killing F&M negating negatives by McDaniel and taking points off the board for F&M.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 20, 2015, 05:33:47 PM
I didn't get my picks in last week as I was on vacation in Texas.  While sitting for a couple of hours at the Austin airport I followed the video link at D3.com to the Gettysburg feed and watched the Mules put it all together.  I couldn't believe the quality of the feed on my old iPhone 4!  I am not sure whether it was the quality of Gettysburg's technology or that fact that I didn't have to share broadband with my landlord's 2 teenage girls.  Grateful to watch the entire second half.  Thank you Gettysburg audio visual folks.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 20, 2015, 06:46:18 PM
Wish I had the same experience with the McDaniel feed.  It kept buffering and I missed most of the game.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on October 21, 2015, 02:01:20 PM
Buffering is the bane of my enjoyment of the Mules' games.  :'(   So much buffering that I need a handful of Bufferin to get rid of the headache.   >:( Do they still make Bufferin?  ;D

From now on, I'll try my phone first.  Don't kids ever play outside anymore?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on October 24, 2015, 02:17:06 PM
No defense by F&M
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 30, 2015, 06:36:04 PM
Have there been any updates on the pick standings.
I think I missed some results
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on October 30, 2015, 06:38:59 PM
Here are the stats up to last weeks games

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confonly.htm (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confonly.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 02, 2015, 04:04:53 PM
Are the week 9 pick options available yet?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 02, 2015, 07:35:51 PM
Stats including last weeks games

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confldrs.htm (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confldrs.htm)

enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 02, 2015, 07:40:29 PM
Here is what some of the papers had to say:

http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-gettysburg-moravian-football-20151031-story.html (http://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-gettysburg-moravian-football-20151031-story.html)

http://www.dailyitem.com/sports/susquehanna-football-drops-another-close-one-to-franklin-marshall/article_330749ee-801c-11e5-9642-87f4712e79e7.html (http://www.dailyitem.com/sports/susquehanna-football-drops-another-close-one-to-franklin-marshall/article_330749ee-801c-11e5-9642-87f4712e79e7.html)

http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/football/bs-sp-college-state-football-roundup-1101-20151031-story.html (http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/football/bs-sp-college-state-football-roundup-1101-20151031-story.html)

enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 03, 2015, 05:44:07 PM
My picks for this week
   Moravian      3 
   Johns Hopkins   5   
   Muhlenberg   4      
   Gettysburg   2   
   Susquehanna    1
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 04, 2015, 07:33:43 PM
Picks for week 9

Moravian---4
Johns Hopkins-----5
Muhlenberg----2
Gettysburg---1
Susquehanna---3

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Dave 'd-mac' McHugh on November 05, 2015, 04:33:32 PM
Centennial to team up with the MAC for post-season bowl games - pulling out of the ECAC debacle: http://www.d3football.com/notables/2015/11/centennial-mac-pull-out-of-ecac-bowls (http://www.d3football.com/notables/2015/11/centennial-mac-pull-out-of-ecac-bowls)
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 06, 2015, 11:35:39 AM
Moravian   4
Johns Hopkins   5
Susquehanna   3
Gettysburg   1
Muhlenberg   2

Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 06, 2015, 08:09:02 PM
Great news about the MAC and Centennial getting together for that extra game. Not only the cost factor for the schools but to the parents and fans. It will help the local economy where the game is to be played.

Again good news, Maybe some of the other Conference's who are in a mixed region will also start a trend.

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 07, 2015, 01:45:30 PM
Gettysburg 7 Dickinson 6 with 2 mins to go.

Had to go thru the D3 video to get the game.

enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 07, 2015, 01:56:11 PM
Gettysburg let Dickinson  march down the field and score a field goal.

Gettysburg 7  Dickinson 9 at the half.

enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 07, 2015, 02:32:46 PM
Gettysburg has scored

Gettysburg 13  Dickinson 9
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 07, 2015, 02:45:31 PM
No change in the score going into the 4th quarter
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 07, 2015, 03:32:45 PM
Gettysburg 20  Dickinson 17   Final score
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 08, 2015, 01:02:40 PM
For the three of us who picked this week--perfect picks.  :)
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: DipsWin13 on November 10, 2015, 08:40:39 PM
Hi all-- apologize again for slacking with the poll.  I have us updated through the last week of the season and I promise I'll make sure I have the MAC/ CC bowl games on there once it's announced who they are!  Standings to come shortly.  Thanks to everyone who has stuck this season out!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 10, 2015, 10:37:59 PM
When I try to enter week 10, it takes me to week 2.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 11, 2015, 06:42:33 PM
I am having the same problem. Also I did fill out week 5 and it show nothing, which is ok it is just fun to play.

If still a problem tomorrow I will just do like we did last week.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on November 13, 2015, 12:47:32 PM
Johns Hopkins--5
Franklin & Marshall--1
Dickinson--4
Susquehanna--2
Moravian--3



Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 13, 2015, 02:04:30 PM
Johns Hopkins--5
Franklin & Marshall--1
Dickinson--3
Susquehanna--2
Moravian--4

Do we get 2 in NCAAs if Moravian wins?
MAC-Centennial Bowls look like they should be 2 good games!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 13, 2015, 04:29:48 PM
On paper, Moravian should beat the Mules.  The Greyhounds are having a great year.  Kudos to them but I can't bring myself to vote against the Mules in our rivalry game.

JHU 5
F&M 4
URSINUS 1
Juniata 3
MULES 2
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 13, 2015, 10:02:23 PM
Picks:

Johns Hopkins--5
Dickinson--2
Moravian--4
F&M--------3
Juniata----1

watching this terrible mess in France   VERY sad.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 14, 2015, 02:08:50 PM
Just before the half Muhlenberg 22  Moravian 0
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 14, 2015, 02:15:37 PM
Other games in progress:

Johns Hopkins 35  McDaniel 17

Gettysburg  and F&M tied at 7

Ursinus  21  Dickinson 5

Susquehanna 17 Juniata 10

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2015, 03:44:43 PM
Here is what they said in the papers

Johns Hopkins:
http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/111415aab.html (http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/111415aab.html)

Gettysburg:
http://www.gettysburgsports.com/news/2015/11/15/FB_1115155323.aspx (http://www.gettysburgsports.com/news/2015/11/15/FB_1115155323.aspx)

Susquehanna:
http://www.juniatasports.net/sports/fball/2015-16/releases/20151114rdslzj (http://www.juniatasports.net/sports/fball/2015-16/releases/20151114rdslzj)

Muhlenberg:
http://muhlenbergsports.com/news/2015/11/14/FB_1114151725.aspx (http://muhlenbergsports.com/news/2015/11/14/FB_1114151725.aspx)

Ursinus:
http://www.ursinusathletics.com/sports/fball/2015-16/releases/20151114qsplbz (http://www.ursinusathletics.com/sports/fball/2015-16/releases/20151114qsplbz)

Enjoy


Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2015, 08:22:52 PM
Good luck to all the teams playing in next week in the MAC - Centennial Conference Play-offs.

Stevenson at Muhlenberg
Moravian at Delaware Valley

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 15, 2015, 08:42:29 PM
Good Luck to Johns Hopkins as they are at home against Western New England.
The Golden Bears coach is a 1994 graduate of Dickinson. Keith Emery is in his 1th season coaching the Golden Bears.

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: ExTartanPlayer on November 15, 2015, 09:23:54 PM
Quote from: old ends on November 15, 2015, 08:22:52 PM
Good luck to all the teams playing in next week in the MAC - Centennial Conference Play-offs.

Stevenson at Muhlenberg
Moravian at Delaware Valley

Enjoy

I think this is a really cool idea, for what it's worth.  I got to play in an ECAC bowl game as senior at Carnegie Mellon vs. Centennial Conference foe Gettysburg, and I loved it.  I really like the idea of conferences partnering to cut down on travel and create some natural rivalries between leagues with similar geographic footprint.  I may write the Presidents Athletic Conference and suggest that we try something similar.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on November 15, 2015, 09:32:26 PM
Yeah, it really makes lots of sense for both conferences (and a bunch of CC schools were formally MAC anyways!)
Most of the ECAC games were ending up being MAC/CC anyways and now it's cutting out the middle man and making it cheaper/better for the schools!
And it gives teams with good seasons another chance to play and rewards them without making them travel forever!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2015, 01:33:45 PM
Quote from: njf1003 on November 15, 2015, 09:32:26 PM
Yeah, it really makes lots of sense for both conferences (and a bunch of CC schools were formally MAC anyways!)
Most of the ECAC games were ending up being MAC/CC anyways and now it's cutting out the middle man and making it cheaper/better for the schools!
And it gives teams with good seasons another chance to play and rewards them without making them travel forever!

Oh how true your statement. Plus I think I read that the cost of the schools to be a part of NCAA is increasing next year pending a vote.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2015, 01:38:00 PM
The All Centennial Conference Teams have been posted. Congrats to all:

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/releases/All-CC (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/releases/All-CC)

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: old ends on November 17, 2015, 01:39:42 PM
The Stats for the Conference through last weeks games:

http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confonly.htm (http://www.centennial.org/sports/fball/2015-16/stats/confonly.htm)

Enjoy
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 22, 2015, 07:12:08 PM
any thoughts on this years Hopkins team.  I have not seen them at all this year.  They looked balanced on paper.  Anyone see them in person that can shed some light on what to expect this weekend in the game with Wesley.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: desertcat1 on November 25, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
Happy Thanksgivings to everyone. Safe travels.  :-*
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on November 29, 2015, 10:36:19 AM
Just wanted to pass on congrats to Johns Hopkins for a great season and a spirited game yesterday.  You guys showed why you are the class of the Centennial Conference.  There is no doubt that Wesley can always look forward to a tough game whenever it plays JHU.

-Ski
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: GoHop on November 30, 2015, 02:51:18 PM
close game, if Hopkins had made that first field goal it could have been a different game, could then have gone for a field goal at the end instead of a first down and maybe won the game.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: ITH radio on June 23, 2016, 11:46:00 AM
Quote from: njf1003 on November 15, 2015, 09:32:26 PM
Yeah, it really makes lots of sense for both conferences (and a bunch of CC schools were formally MAC anyways!)
Most of the ECAC games were ending up being MAC/CC anyways and now it's cutting out the middle man and making it cheaper/better for the schools!
And it gives teams with good seasons another chance to play and rewards them without making them travel forever!

This came out today:

http://www.ecacsports.com/sports/2016/6/23/FB_0623163314.aspx?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Dave 'd-mac' McHugh on August 15, 2016, 02:49:41 PM
Surprised no one is talking about this: http://www.d3football.com/notables/2016/08/susquehanna-ncaa-violation-vacates-2015-season
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: D3MAFAN on October 23, 2016, 01:29:55 PM
If F&M beats Johns Hopkins in a few weeks, who gets awarded with the conference championship?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 23, 2016, 11:18:40 PM
Quote from: D3MAFAN-MG on October 23, 2016, 01:29:55 PM
If F&M beats Johns Hopkins in a few weeks, who gets awarded with the conference championship?
Assuming JHU, Muhl, and F&M win out with F&M beating Hop, then all three would share the conference championship finishing at 8-1 in conference.

From the CC manual:
C. Determining the NCAA Tournament Representative
1. Head-to-Head competition;
2. Results against 3rd place team, 4th place team, etc. until tie is broken;
3. Strength-of-schedule criteria, as determined by the NCAA Championships Committee formula, for all games;
• Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OWP)
• Opponents' Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OOWP)
Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OWP). Take each opponent's regular won-lost percentage against other Division III teams
(excluding the results against the team in question) and average the percentages. To calculate: Team A Schedule is as follows:
Opponent Record vs Team A Revised Record Revised W-L Percentage
Team B 21-7 0-1 21-6 .7778
Team C 11-15 0-1 11-14 .4400
Team D 7-20 0-1 7-19 .2692
Team E 13-13 0-1 13-12 .5200
Team F 23-6 1-0 22-6 .7857
Total 74-56 (.5692) .5585 (OWP)
Team A's Opponents' Average Winning Percentage = .5585
Opponents' Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OOWP). The strength of each opponents' schedule is measured by computing the
opponents' winning percentage for each opponent, then averaging the percentages. This recognizes the fact that two opponents with similar
won-lost records may have played far different schedules (in terms of strength of opponents).
To calculate: Take Team B, C, D, E and F schedules and perform the same calculation as above (OWP). It is important to note that the
OOWP will support the OWP (i.e., if Teams A and B have the same OWP of .5692; Team A has a OOWP of .6125 and Team B has a OOWP
of .4567; it would indicate team A has the stronger strength of schedule).
4. Team with the fewest overall losses;
5. The most recent team representing the Conference as its automatic qualifier shall be eliminated and the remaining teams shall
revert to the Conference's primary tie-breaking criteria (head-to-head competition).
When any secondary criteria in a multiple-team tie favors one team over the others, that team earns the seed and is removed from
the tie-breaker. Re-apply the criteria to all remaining teams, starting with the Conference's primary tiebreaker for all sports (head-tohead
Centennial competition). (Adopted 6/6/01; Revised 6/4/03, 6/9/04, 5/27/15)

which as of now would make Hopkins the NCAA rep, based on SOS....
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 101 Aborne on October 24, 2016, 10:36:13 AM
F and M will not beat Hopkins unfortunately Even if the Mules run the table and finish 9 and 1,they probably will not get into the tournament. There is not a great deal of respect for the Centennial Conference.You wil probably see a 7 and 3 team get in but not Muhlenberg.It will not make this old Mule happy but that 's the way it is.Have a great day and Airborne All The Way.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: jknezek on October 24, 2016, 10:39:06 AM
Quote from: 101 Aborne on October 24, 2016, 10:36:13 AM
F and M will not beat Hopkins unfortunately Even if the Mules run the table and finish 9 and 1,they probably will not get into the tournament. There is not a great deal of respect for the Centennial Conference.You wil probably see a 7 and 3 team get in but not Muhlenberg.It will not make this old Mule happy but that 's the way it is.Have a great day and Airborne All The Way.

A 7-3 team has never gotten an at-large bid in the AQ era. Muhlenberg got one not too long ago at 9-1 and put up a good showing. It's certainly not a guarantee that a 9-1 Muhlenberg would get a bid, but depending where in the South Region Rankings they fall it is possible. However, with few At-Larges to give out, and HSU playing UMHB tough last weekend, Muhlenberg will most likely not be the first South Region team on the table.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 101 Aborne on October 24, 2016, 11:17:45 AM
Excuse me friend but Norwich was 6 and 4 and gained entrance n last year's tournament.I may have landed on my head a few times but I still have some degree of recall. Have a nice day.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: jknezek on October 24, 2016, 11:33:12 AM
Quote from: 101 Aborne on October 24, 2016, 11:17:45 AM
Excuse me friend but Norwich was 6 and 4 and gained entrance n last year's tournament.I may have landed on my head a few times but I still have some degree of recall. Have a nice day.

That's because you don't understand how the playoffs work. There are 26 conferences (I think, might be 25) where the champion qualifies automatically, regardless of record. There is one spot (this year) reserved for teams in non-automatic qualifying conferences. And there are 5 spots reserved for at-large bids, in other words teams who don't win their AQ. If Muhlenberg does not win the CC AQ, then they need one of those 5 spots, which have NEVER gone to a team with 3 losses. They have, on rare occasions, gone to teams with 2 losses, but typically they go to 1 loss conference runner-ups.

So yes, a team can get in with a 6-4 type record, but not because they were "selected" over a 9-1 Muhlenberg. They get in because they are part of an Automatic Qualifying Conference, just like the CC teams.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 24, 2016, 09:05:16 PM
Quote from: 101 Aborne on October 24, 2016, 11:17:45 AM
Excuse me friend but Norwich was 6 and 4 and gained entrance n last year's tournament.I may have landed on my head a few times but I still have some degree of recall. Have a nice day.
Like he said, Norwich won the conference's Pool A (automatic qualifier) bid.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on October 24, 2016, 11:29:33 PM
Quote from: 101 Aborne on October 24, 2016, 10:36:13 AM
F and M will not beat Hopkins unfortunately Even if the Mules run the table and finish 9 and 1,they probably will not get into the tournament. There is not a great deal of respect for the Centennial Conference.You wil probably see a 7 and 3 team get in but not Muhlenberg.It will not make this old Mule happy but that 's the way it is.Have a great day and Airborne All The Way.
F&M is the last conference team to have beaten Hopkins so there's always a chance!
Regional rankings will tell us if any one else in the conference stands at chance at an at large NCAA berth.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: RtSLl3100 on November 02, 2016, 10:00:50 PM
What will hurt muhlenburg is cwru probably staying on the board til the 4-5th round on the table. Also the fact that Moravian has dropped off since a strong start to the season, and the week 11 match up with them doesn't look as impressive with having both teams at 8-1 fighting to finish behind JHU. But if hsu  loses to etbu then we will see where muhlenburg goes in the regional rankings
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 05, 2016, 04:38:53 PM
Good to see some activity on these boards!   8-)  Now, I've landed on my head several times as well so I am going to ask what is probably a dumb question.  Now that Salisbury lost and is a 2 loss team, how does that affect the Mules chances in getting the at large bid?  Saying that they defeat the Greyhounds, of course.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: RtSLl3100 on November 05, 2016, 10:56:47 PM
IMHO it doesn't hurt there chances, probably increases but still think they may be left on the table pending what else happens in week 11
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: wally_wabash on November 05, 2016, 11:04:04 PM
Quote from: 69mule on November 05, 2016, 04:38:53 PM
Good to see some activity on these boards!   8-)  Now, I've landed on my head several times as well so I am going to ask what is probably a dumb question.  Now that Salisbury lost and is a 2 loss team, how does that affect the Mules chances in getting the at large bid?  Saying that they defeat the Greyhounds, of course.

You'll really want CWRU to lose next week to Carnegie Mellon.  Wouldn't hurt if WashU also lost and prevented CWRU from getting an RRO win as WashU is perhaps on the fringe of being ranked.  But the biggest obstacle right now for Muhlenberg is that they are behind CWRU in the South region.  Get ahead of them and the Mules have a shot. 
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 06, 2016, 12:18:34 AM
Thanks for the clarifications.  Go Tartans!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: mr_mom on November 22, 2016, 11:57:47 PM
If I can talk one or more of my kids to accompany me on Saturday, what is the best way for this D3 fan in Manassas, VA to make it to the game?  And more importantly, where would we park?

Good luck to both teams, safe travel to both fan bases.
Mom
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Alliance72 on November 23, 2016, 10:27:25 AM
Quote from: mr_mom on November 22, 2016, 11:57:47 PM
If I can talk one or more of my kids to accompany me on Saturday, what is the best way for this D3 fan in Manassas, VA to make it to the game?  And more importantly, where would we park?

Good luck to both teams, safe travel to both fan bases.
Mom
Thanks for asking about this.  There's some parking information here at http://ts.jhu.edu/Parking/, but maybe the locals will provide better information.  I'm thinking about going from Fairfax Saturday and am also trying to convince my son to go with me. Might be tough.  I took him to the Stagg Bowl in 2000 and it was wet and cold.  Hoping for OK weather Saturday.  I think the route's pretty straightforward - just always worried about traffic on the Beltway and 95 North even on Saturday morning.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: BillyRayJimBob on November 27, 2016, 11:31:30 AM
I live down the road in Odenton ... since 2010.
I am a Mount Union grad, so I was at the game yesterday.
Enormous (GINOROUS .. a new word that my kids taught me?) for JHU athletics, particularly football.  Watched the post-game media interview.  Some incredible young men there.  They gonna go on and do great things.  God bless them (and y'all) and wish them well.

But...   My medical insurance card says John Hopkins, but those educated doctors cannot figure out why I bleed PURPLE and WHITE?!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 01, 2017, 01:12:25 PM
     Hooah!  Corporal Hicks here.  Ive heard some rumblings around Nick Palladino and John Feaster from Muhlenberg.  One of my guys in the Lehigh Valley heard they are both trying to make the NFL.  Any knowledge behind any of this?  Palladino who is my favorite Cent football player to watch has  some potential but I dont know about the NFL.  Rumor has it, Feaster had some sort of try out with either the Jets, or the Giants not sure which one.  Man isn't it great seeing these Centennial athletes push for their dreams of stardom? 

Corp. Out
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hank Mardukas on May 17, 2017, 05:22:35 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 01, 2017, 01:12:25 PM
     Hooah!  Corporal Hicks here.  Ive heard some rumblings around Nick Palladino and John Feaster from Muhlenberg.  One of my guys in the Lehigh Valley heard they are both trying to make the NFL.  Any knowledge behind any of this?  Palladino who is my favorite Cent football player to watch has  some potential but I dont know about the NFL.  Rumor has it, Feaster had some sort of try out with either the Jets, or the Giants not sure which one.  Man isn't it great seeing these Centennial athletes push for their dreams of stardom? 

Corp. Out

Nick "Pally" Paladino has had multiple NFL workouts but I have been notified that he has received on offer from the Saskatchewan Roughriders. His mother is a native of out neighbors to the North so I can see him joining the CFL and wish him all the best.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: HansenRatings on June 14, 2017, 01:08:50 PM
Decided I'm going to spam every conference board with my preseason (non-returning-starter-adjusted) projections.


Team   Rating   Overall   Conference
Johns Hopkins   0.9715   9.1-0.9   8.3-0.7
Muhlenberg      0.9474   8.8-1.2   7.8-1.2
Frank & Marsh   0.7332   6.0-4.0   5.4-3.6
Susquehanna   0.6905   5.7-4.3   5.0-4.0
Moravian      0.6183   5.0-5.0   4.5-4.5
Gettysburg      0.5504   4.2-5.8   3.9-5.1
Ursinus         0.5388   4.2-5.8   3.7-5.3
McDaniel      0.3769   3.0-7.0   2.4-6.6
Juniata         0.3763   3.2-6.8   2.4-6.6
Dickinson      0.2707   1.7-8.3   1.7-7.3

Huge apparent dropoff in quality after JHU & Muhlenberg. Not sure how much each team is losing for returning starters/production, but I would like to see Muhlenberg get into the playoffs. Depending on how I weighted the importance of finishing 2nd vs. 3rd in conference, Muhlenberg was neck & neck with UWP for the last playoff spot last season. Would like to see them get in next year. Gotta be frustrating finishing 9-1 regularly w/o the opportunity to play in the playoffs.

UPDATE: I only had 8 conference games listed at first (glitch in my spreadsheet wasn't counting any conference games before Week 3).
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: ITH radio on July 07, 2017, 08:11:44 AM
Muhlenberg added former Hobart DC, Kory David, recently. While named "interim" DC, it also sounds like he will have some HC type responsibilities due to Coach Donnelly's battle with leukemia.

Wishing both the best going forward.

http://muhlenbergsports.com/news/2017/6/26/football-david-named-interim-defensive-coordinator.aspx
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: jhu on August 16, 2017, 07:16:18 PM
Looks like it's time to starting talking CC football 2017.  Preseson Poll is out ... Blue Jays #1.  They lost a ton, surprised it wasn't closer, although Mules lost maybe best QB in league history.  Top five might be interchangeable this year.  Should be a great season.

http://centennial.org/sports/fball/2017-18/releases/Preseason-Poll-8-16
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Reserved Seat on September 09, 2017, 09:45:28 PM
No chatter???
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Corporal Hicks on September 13, 2017, 03:58:24 PM
Dark horse team of the year: Bryn Mawr

  Just a joke folks.  Looks like the same old centennial as we know it.  Hopkins, Muhlenberg and Susquehanna on top.  Interested to see how the rest of the year plays off.  Excited for the Hopkins Mules game as it never disappoints.

Corp. Out
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: jumpshot on September 17, 2017, 11:08:54 AM
Gettysburg at 0-3 after losing its first three games, each in the final seconds. Annually recurring hype never seems to pan out. Best days were 50 years ago.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Gray Fox on September 19, 2017, 11:18:16 PM
A good article:

http://footballscoop.com/news/college-professor-want-cultivate-grit-resilience-among-student-body-look-student-athletes/
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 24, 2017, 10:50:53 PM
F&M pulling out wins so far this year.
Tough stretch ahead with Muhl and then @JHU.
Susq beat Muhl and held Hop close, so we'll see.

Hopkins still probably going to win the conference again and doubtful we get more than 1 in NCAAs.
Still would be nice to open Shadek with a home CC-MAC Bowl!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on September 30, 2017, 07:49:21 PM
Ursinus ends Hopkins streak!
Can F&M beat Hopkins?
Dips eek out a win of MUHL in the final game at Sponagule-Williamson Field.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 01, 2017, 03:16:15 PM
Regional rankings are out:
http://www.d3football.com/playoffs/2017/first-regional-ranking

... in case anyone reads here anymore.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 08, 2017, 03:09:32 PM
Latest regional rankings are out:
http://www.d3football.com/playoffs/2017/second-regional-ranking
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: RtSLl3100 on November 08, 2017, 10:24:42 PM
Good to see JHU and F&M still regionally ranked.  Hopeing the CC can get in the win column this year with the MAC-CC bowls. 0-4 since the start 2yrs ago
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hank Mardukas on November 09, 2017, 11:52:31 AM
Almost Playoff Time!!!!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on September 23, 2018, 03:59:58 PM
There is seldom much acitivity on this board, but

2 OT losses by Susquehanna in the last 2 weeks certainly hurts!

By the end of the season, they will likely be the best 8-2 team in the country
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on October 03, 2018, 07:23:00 AM
New to the board but longtime follower of D3 football. I live in Centennial land and have always been a big fan of the league and mission of all the schools.
Agree with you Ralph, Susquehanna could be the best two loss team in the country. The CC appears to be pretty competitive. Dickinson at 1-4 has had a tough schedule but with second year coach and some young talent, could be a year way from really making a jump. Muhlenberg has a no picnic schedule the next four weeks@ @ Ursinus, @ Thomas More, McDaniel and @ Hopkins. This could be a year when there is no unbeaten in league play and the tiebreaker decides the auto bid. Next few weeks are going to be fun to watch.
Title: Week of 10/6/2018 Centennial Games
Post by: The Mole on October 03, 2018, 08:25:53 PM
Juniata @ Gettysburg: battle of the winless. Somebody gets a W. Go with the Eagles.
Muhlenberg @ Ursinus: another tough week for the Bears. Mules are on a mission...
Johns Hopkins @ F&M: Knockout game. Dips are banged up. Blue Jays could win big....
Moravian @ Susquehanna: River Hawks are battle tested. Hounds are not, it will show.
Dickinson @ McDaniel: Green Terror has all the tough teams remaining, starting here. Red Devils get this one.
Title: Re: Week of 10/6/2018 Centennial Games
Post by: The Mole on October 07, 2018, 03:17:49 PM
What is going on in Huntingdon? 0-6, nice win for the Bullets.
I watched some of the Muhlenberg vs Ursinus second half--Mules ran the ball at will on them
Looks like a collision course of Hopkins versus Muhlenberg for the auto bid in a few weeks (shocker). F&M is really limping along, doesn't look like a 10 win team from last season.
Also watched the last drive of Moravian vs Susquehanna. PI call on a 4th down play on the last drive on what looked like an uncatchable ball was the difference. Game would have been over. However, Hounds still had to go about 1/2 the field and they did, Crusaders had no answer for shifty receiver #3. Can't believe how many Centennial games have been OT or last minute drives. Last 5 games for the Crusaders have been that way. What else can you ask for?
Nice win for the Red Devils too.
BYE week coming up, but the Mules have an interesting road game at Thomas More down in the Kentucky suburbs of Cincinnati. A loss won't hurt their auto bid, BUT, if they lose to JHU and don't get the auto, an at-large might be a stretch with two losses. Should be a good test for both teams.


Quote from: The Mole on October 03, 2018, 08:25:53 PM


Juniata @ Gettysburg: battle of the winless. Somebody gets a W. Go with the Eagles.
Muhlenberg @ Ursinus: another tough week for the Bears. Mules are on a mission...
Johns Hopkins @ F&M: Knockout game. Dips are banged up. Blue Jays could win big....
Moravian @ Susquehanna: River Hawks are battle tested. Hounds are not, it will show.
Dickinson @ McDaniel: Green Terror has all the tough teams remaining, starting here. Red Devils get this one.
Title: Re: Week of 10/6/2018 Centennial Games
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 07, 2018, 06:51:58 PM
Quote from: The Mole on October 07, 2018, 03:17:49 PM

Looks like a collision course of Hopkins versus Muhlenberg for the auto bid in a few weeks (shocker).

The rest of the South Region Teams hope that the Mules win. That would practically eliminate any CC team from Pool C consideration.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 11:30:51 AM
Looks like Hansen has the Muhlenberg/Thomas More at a 50/50 probability (29.1-29)

Should be a good one.

https://www.hansenratings.com/game-predictions
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on October 12, 2018, 11:48:13 AM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 11:30:51 AM
Looks like Hansen has the Muhlenberg/Thomas More at a 50/50 probability (29.1-29)

Should be a good one.

https://www.hansenratings.com/game-predictions

Should be a good one, being that its Thomas More Homecoming, I would have given them the .1.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 12:57:43 PM
Quote from: MANDGSU on October 12, 2018, 11:48:13 AM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 11:30:51 AM
Looks like Hansen has the Muhlenberg/Thomas More at a 50/50 probability (29.1-29)

Should be a good one.

https://www.hansenratings.com/game-predictions

Should be a good one, being that its Thomas More Homecoming, I would have given them the .1.

The Saints are usually tough at home.  But each of the three home games this year will feel like a homecoming for TMU. 

Had some struggles in Week 1 and Week 2 with the defense because they are relying on the youngsters.  Tomorrow will be interesting to see if TMU can get yards on the ground. 
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on October 14, 2018, 05:41:02 PM
Appears that this game of Muhlenberg @ TMC did not disappoint. Should help both teams if they make postseason play.

Quote from: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 12:57:43 PM
Quote from: MANDGSU on October 12, 2018, 11:48:13 AM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 11:30:51 AM
Looks like Hansen has the Muhlenberg/Thomas More at a 50/50 probability (29.1-29)

Should be a good one.

https://www.hansenratings.com/game-predictions

Should be a good one, being that its Thomas More Homecoming, I would have given them the .1.

The Saints are usually tough at home.  But each of the three home games this year will feel like a homecoming for TMU. 

Had some struggles in Week 1 and Week 2 with the defense because they are relying on the youngsters.  Tomorrow will be interesting to see if TMU can get yards on the ground.
Title: Centennial Games Week of 10/20/18
Post by: The Mole on October 14, 2018, 06:53:56 PM
In an attempt to resuscitate this thread, here are the Centennial games this week after the BYE:

McDaniel (3-3/2-3) @ Muhlenberg (6-0/5-0) Mules should take it but Green Terror are improved.
Johns Hopkins (5-1/4-1) @ Gettysburg (1-5/1-4) The Bullets will be unloaded upon by a motivated Blue Jays team.
F&M (4-2/3-2) @ Dickinson (2/4/2-3) Sneaky road game versus a plucky Red Devils outfit. Is the Dips QB able to be near full strength?
Juniata (0-6/0-5) @ Moravian (4-2/3-2) Eagles will have their hands full with the Greyhounds, unlikely to get the first W here.
Susquehanna (3-3/2-3) @ Ursinus (4-2/3-2) Grizzlies will lose their third straight after starting out 4-0. River Hawks have had many close games and are more battle tested with a tougher front end schedule. They handed JHU their lone loss....

quote author=The Mole link=topic=3550.msg1890116#msg1890116 date=1539553262]
Appears that this game of Muhlenberg @ TMC did not disappoint. Should help both teams if they make postseason play.

Quote from: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 12:57:43 PM
Quote from: MANDGSU on October 12, 2018, 11:48:13 AM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 11:30:51 AM
Looks like Hansen has the Muhlenberg/Thomas More at a 50/50 probability (29.1-29)

Should be a good one.

https://www.hansenratings.com/game-predictions

Should be a good one, being that its Thomas More Homecoming, I would have given them the .1.

The Saints are usually tough at home.  But each of the three home games this year will feel like a homecoming for TMU. 

Had some struggles in Week 1 and Week 2 with the defense because they are relying on the youngsters.  Tomorrow will be interesting to see if TMU can get yards on the ground.
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Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 14, 2018, 08:03:43 PM
Muhlenberg can do the rest of D-3 a favor by giving JHU its 2nd loss in 2 weeks.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on October 15, 2018, 07:51:30 AM
Quote from: The Mole on October 14, 2018, 05:41:02 PM
Appears that this game of Muhlenberg @ TMC did not disappoint. Should help both teams if they make postseason play.

Quote from: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 12:57:43 PM
Quote from: MANDGSU on October 12, 2018, 11:48:13 AM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 11:30:51 AM
Looks like Hansen has the Muhlenberg/Thomas More at a 50/50 probability (29.1-29)

Should be a good one.

https://www.hansenratings.com/game-predictions

Should be a good one, being that its Thomas More Homecoming, I would have given them the .1.

The Saints are usually tough at home.  But each of the three home games this year will feel like a homecoming for TMU. 

Had some struggles in Week 1 and Week 2 with the defense because they are relying on the youngsters.  Tomorrow will be interesting to see if TMU can get yards on the ground.

Muhlenberg played well..  Both teams stopped the other's running game and Muhlenberg won the game by being more efficient than TMU through the air. 

I would think Thomas More's playoff hopes are quite small - that was their second loss (an inexplicable loss to NC Wesleyan to start the season) and they still have a game at Saint John's left in the season finale. 
Title: Re: Centennial Games Week of 10/20/18
Post by: The Mole on October 20, 2018, 06:35:53 PM
No surprises this week:
Muhlenberg 42 McDaniel 18
JHU 51 Gettysburg 14
F&M 35 Dickinson 14
Moravian 31 Juniata 14
Susquehanna 41 Ursinus 35 OT. Crusaders 4th OT game this year and the JHU and Moravian games were 2 and 3 point games decided in the last minute.

BIG week coming up....

Quote from: The Mole on October 14, 2018, 06:53:56 PM
In an attempt to resuscitate this thread, here are the Centennial games this week after the BYE:

McDaniel (3-3/2-3) @ Muhlenberg (6-0/5-0) Mules should take it but Green Terror are improved.
Johns Hopkins (5-1/4-1) @ Gettysburg (1-5/1-4) The Bullets will be unloaded upon by a motivated Blue Jays team.
F&M (4-2/3-2) @ Dickinson (2/4/2-3) Sneaky road game versus a plucky Red Devils outfit. Is the Dips QB able to be near full strength?
Juniata (0-6/0-5) @ Moravian (4-2/3-2) Eagles will have their hands full with the Greyhounds, unlikely to get the first W here.
Susquehanna (3-3/2-3) @ Ursinus (4-2/3-2) Grizzlies will lose their third straight after starting out 4-0. River Hawks have had many close games and are more battle tested with a tougher front end schedule. They handed JHU their lone loss....

quote author=The Mole link=topic=3550.msg1890116#msg1890116 date=1539553262]
Appears that this game of Muhlenberg @ TMC did not disappoint. Should help both teams if they make postseason play.

Quote from: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 12:57:43 PM
Quote from: MANDGSU on October 12, 2018, 11:48:13 AM
Quote from: SaintsFAN on October 12, 2018, 11:30:51 AM
Looks like Hansen has the Muhlenberg/Thomas More at a 50/50 probability (29.1-29)

Should be a good one.

https://www.hansenratings.com/game-predictions

Should be a good one, being that its Thomas More Homecoming, I would have given them the .1.

The Saints are usually tough at home.  But each of the three home games this year will feel like a homecoming for TMU. 

Had some struggles in Week 1 and Week 2 with the defense because they are relying on the youngsters.  Tomorrow will be interesting to see if TMU can get yards on the ground.
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Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 20, 2018, 08:21:59 PM
The rest of the country wants Muhlenberg to dispatch JHU from Pool C consideration.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on October 20, 2018, 08:57:53 PM
If Hopkins knocks off Muhlenberg and both finish 9-1, do the Mules have a shot at Pool C with Wesley with two losses, CWRU may also be at 9-1 from the PAC. What a mess....

Quote from: Ralph Turner on October 20, 2018, 08:21:59 PM
The rest of the country wants Muhlenberg to dispatch JHU from Pool C consideration.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 20, 2018, 09:20:20 PM
Quote from: The Mole on October 20, 2018, 08:57:53 PM
If Hopkins knocks off Muhlenberg and both finish 9-1, do the Mules have a shot at Pool C with Wesley with two losses, CWRU may also be at 9-1 from the PAC. What a mess....

Quote from: Ralph Turner on October 20, 2018, 08:21:59 PM
The rest of the country wants Muhlenberg to dispatch JHU from Pool C consideration.
I think that they do.  We need to see the Regional Rankings. If Muhlenberg wins out, I think that they would be the #2 seed in the South.  The NCAA is likely to bracket a UMHB-HSU rematch in the second round.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: RtSLl3100 on October 20, 2018, 11:36:06 PM
So much disdain for JHU, a team that has been on top of a conference for 8+ years. Next weeks game has a lot on the line for who will represent the CC come NCAA. Wesley still has to play Salisbury as well. Pending the winner I could see NJAC getting 2 teams in. The MAC and PAC both in a good fight for the AQ as well
Title: CENTENNIAL GAMES WEEK OF 10/27/18
Post by: The Mole on October 21, 2018, 08:36:55 PM
Gettysburg @ Susquehanna: this one should not go into OT for the Crusaders
Dickinson @ Juniata: Red Devils should handle the Eagles who are winless
Ursinus @ McDaniel: Bears lost a tough one and are in the midst of a 3 game skid. Should be reversed here.
Moravian @ F&M: Both teams have identical 5-2/4-2 slates. Dips have had the tougher road. Give them the edge here.
Muhlenberg @ JHU: Lots at stake here for Pool A & C. Flip the coin.


Quote from: RtSLl3100 on October 20, 2018, 11:36:06 PM
So much disdain for JHU, a team that has been on top of a conference for 8+ years. Next weeks game has a lot on the line for who will represent the CC come NCAA. Wesley still has to play Salisbury as well. Pending the winner I could see NJAC getting 2 teams in. The MAC and PAC both in a good fight for the AQ as well
Title: CENTENNIAL GAMES WEEK OF 10/27/18 RESULTS
Post by: The Mole on October 27, 2018, 09:43:17 PM
Susquehanna 27 Gettysburg 9
Dickinson 47 Juniata 14
Ursinus 30 McDaniel 14
F&M 40 Moravian 6 (did not expect a blowout like this)
JHU 27 Muhlenberg 16 (Blue Jays again?)

Quote from: The Mole on October 21, 2018, 08:36:55 PM
Gettysburg @ Susquehanna: this one should not go into OT for the Crusaders
Dickinson @ Juniata: Red Devils should handle the Eagles who are winless
Ursinus @ McDaniel: Bears lost a tough one and are in the midst of a 3 game skid. Should be reversed here.
Moravian @ F&M: Both teams have identical 5-2/4-2 slates. Dips have had the tougher road. Give them the edge here.
Muhlenberg @ JHU: Lots at stake here for Pool A & C. Flip the coin.


Quote from: RtSLl3100 on October 20, 2018, 11:36:06 PM
So much disdain for JHU, a team that has been on top of a conference for 8+ years. Next weeks game has a lot on the line for who will represent the CC come NCAA. Wesley still has to play Salisbury as well. Pending the winner I could see NJAC getting 2 teams in. The MAC and PAC both in a good fight for the AQ as well
Title: CENTENNIAL GAMES WEEK OF 11/3/18
Post by: The Mole on October 28, 2018, 11:22:18 AM
JHU @ Juniata (Blue Jays need to stay healthy)
Gettysburg @ Muhlenberg (ditto above and can't be hung over from the L Saturday)
Ursinus @ F&M: Dips looked very strong at home Saturday, finally hitting their stride
Moravian @ Dickinson: Hounds got trounced in Lancaster, can't let Red Devils hang around, they are improved
Susquehanna @ McDaniel: Green Terror will be scared looking at Crusaders on film
Title: CENTENNIAL RESULTS WEEK OF 11/3/18
Post by: The Mole on November 03, 2018, 07:04:23 PM
JHU 56 Juniata 0
Muhlenberg 49 Gettysburg 0
Ursinus 27 F&M 24
Dickinson 36 Moravian 29
Susquehanna 20 McDaniel 3

Quote from: The Mole on October 28, 2018, 11:22:18 AM
JHU @ Juniata (Blue Jays need to stay healthy)
Gettysburg @ Muhlenberg (ditto above and can't be hung over from the L Saturday)
Ursinus @ F&M: Dips looked very strong at home Saturday, finally hitting their stride
Moravian @ Dickinson: Hounds got trounced in Lancaster, can't let Red Devils hang around, they are improved
Susquehanna @ McDaniel: Green Terror will be scared looking at Crusaders on film
Title: CENTENNIAL GAMES WEEK of 11/10/18
Post by: The Mole on November 04, 2018, 08:01:26 AM
Muhlenberg @ Moravian: crosstown rivalry with Pool C bid possibility for Mules, Hounds MAC/CC bowl hopes are slim but must win to have any shot.

McDaniel @ Johns Hopkins: Blue Jays should clinch Pool A in this battle for Baltimore

F&M @ Gettysburg: Dips need a win and are hoping for a MAC/CC bowl as well. Tough season for Bullets.

Juniata @ Susquehanna: Can the Eagles pull the upset over the Crusaders (who should get a MAC/CC bowl) to avoid a winless slate?

Dickinson @ Ursinus: Both had nice wins last week and need another here to have a shot at that MAC/CC bowl game (if Muhlenberg doesn't get a Pool C bid, its gonna get dicey)
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 11, 2018, 08:29:23 PM
Muhlenberg 53 Moravian 7 and a Pool C bid on the road to face Delaware Valley
Johns Hopkins 42 McDaniel 17. Blue Jays host Pool B winner MIT
F&M 34 Gettysburg 10. Diplomats take on Lycoming in Centennial/MAC Bowl
Susquehanna 24 Juniata 6. Crusaders face Stevenson in Cen/Mac Bowl
Ursinus 31 Dickinson 0, Bears play Misericordia in Cen/Mac Bowl
Nice seasons for all, good luck his week!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 17, 2018, 02:50:06 PM
Way to go Mules!

A South Region 2nd round with the Mules and RMC.

DelVal tries the Mississippi Miracle on the last play of the game and does not convert.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHbzQoXuxdU
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: D O.C. on November 17, 2018, 02:54:29 PM
The Mules!
Nicely done.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on November 17, 2018, 10:05:58 PM
Quite a post-season day for the Centennial Conference. 5-0 with two teams on to the second round of the tournament. Congratulations to all of the victorious Centennial teams-F & M with a dramatic win over Lycoming, Susquehanna over Stevenson, Ursinus dismantling Miseracordia and good luck next week to Hopkins and Muhlenberg after their opening round victories over MIT & Del Val!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 18, 2018, 03:53:28 PM
JR, I was just thinking about this. so I wanted to dig a little deeper into the MAC vs Centennial history. The results surprised me. I grabbed a notebook and scanned through head to head games from 1998 through 2018 (including this past week), and the MAC is 45-72 versus the Centennial overall including regular season, bowl games and playoffs. I have listed the year by year head to head records (MAC left-Centennial right) below. It is important to note that from 2007-2010, Juniata, Moravian and Susquehanna switched over from the MAC to the Centennial. Other than that, the results are fairly consistent over time. Repeat, I was not expecting what the data revealed. Going by years 6-13-2 record. I apologize if I missed a game or two as I did this quickly, but that does not change the narrative.

1998: 0-4     2005: 3-2     2012: 2-1
1999: 1-4     2006: 2-4     2013: 1-2
2000: 2-4     2007: 1-4     2014: 2-3
2001: 3-3     2008: 3-2     2015: 2-4
2002: 1-6     2009: 7-1     2016: 3-3
2003: 1-5     2010: 2-4     2017: 1-5
2004: 4-3     2011: 4-1     2018: 0-7

Quote from: Joe Rockhead on November 17, 2018, 10:05:58 PM
Quite a post-season day for the Centennial Conference. 5-0 with two teams on to the second round of the tournament. Congratulations to all of the victorious Centennial teams-F & M with a dramatic win over Lycoming, Susquehanna over Stevenson, Ursinus dismantling Miseracordia and good luck next week to Hopkins and Muhlenberg after their opening round victories over MIT & Del Val!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on November 20, 2018, 08:07:17 PM
Here is a link to a preview of a feature on Muhlenberg's Coach Donnelly that will air on Thanksgiving Day on CBS sports. The preview speaks for itself. https://twitter.com/CBSSportsNet/status/1064946456522575872

QuoteFriends of Mules Football.
CBS has set a date for the video about Coach Duke Donnelly and his battle with cancer. 
It will air on CBS Sports, Thanksgiving day at 2:30 PM.  We hope you'll tune in and share some memories about Coach Donnelly.  You can see a preview of the video on our twitter page. 
If you don't have CBS Sports I'm sure we will be getting the link to the video shortly after.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING


Nate Milne
Muhlenberg College
Head Football Coach

Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on November 23, 2018, 09:02:37 AM
If you missed the broadcast you can watch the entire 10 minute feature here:

https://twitter.com/CBSSportsNet/status/1065697657476210688

I promise you it's worth 10 minutes of your time.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 24, 2018, 05:00:35 PM
WOW! Two teams in the Centennial in the Final 8. Impressive showing (and a good draw). Hopkins vs RPI and Muhlenberg at Mount Union. Its gravy from here. Two 11 win teams still playing and three 8-3 teams that won postseason bowls. Phenomenal year for the conference regardless of the outcome of next week for the Mules and Jays.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on November 24, 2018, 05:27:46 PM
Quote from: The Mole on November 24, 2018, 05:00:35 PM
WOW! Two teams in the Centennial in the Final 8. Impressive showing (and a good draw). Hopkins vs RPI and Muhlenberg at Mount Union. Its gravy from here. Two 11 win teams still playing and three 8-3 teams that won postseason bowls. Phenomenal year for the conference regardless of the outcome of next week for the Mules and Jays.

Would be stunned if Hopkins losses to RPI.  Stunned.  Hopefully Muhlenberg can make a game of it.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: HSCTiger74 on November 24, 2018, 06:05:27 PM
Quote from: wesleydad on November 24, 2018, 05:27:46 PM
Quote from: The Mole on November 24, 2018, 05:00:35 PM
WOW! Two teams in the Centennial in the Final 8. Impressive showing (and a good draw). Hopkins vs RPI and Muhlenberg at Mount Union. Its gravy from here. Two 11 win teams still playing and three 8-3 teams that won postseason bowls. Phenomenal year for the conference regardless of the outcome of next week for the Mules and Jays.

Would be stunned if Hopkins losses to RPI.  Stunned.  Hopefully Muhlenberg can make a game of it.

   That's what Brockport thought, too. Having said that however I still agree with you.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on November 24, 2018, 08:24:53 PM
Quote from: HSCTiger74 on November 24, 2018, 06:05:27 PM
Quote from: wesleydad on November 24, 2018, 05:27:46 PM
Quote from: The Mole on November 24, 2018, 05:00:35 PM
WOW! Two teams in the Centennial in the Final 8. Impressive showing (and a good draw). Hopkins vs RPI and Muhlenberg at Mount Union. Its gravy from here. Two 11 win teams still playing and three 8-3 teams that won postseason bowls. Phenomenal year for the conference regardless of the outcome of next week for the Mules and Jays.

Would be stunned if Hopkins losses to RPI.  Stunned.  Hopefully Muhlenberg can make a game of it.

   That's what Brockport thought, too. Having said that however I still agree with you.

My thoughts exactly.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MUC57 on November 26, 2018, 09:25:20 AM

All you Muhlenberg fans

Congrats on a nice game Saturday and a super season. First time ever this far in the playoffs. You guys may like it so much you'll want to do it next year. Hope you do!
But for now. You know you'll have your hands full with the Raiders. Also know that Mount Union takes no one for granted. You're here because out of 250 teams in Dlll, you are one of the top 8. Also, you beat the team (Randolph-Macon) that beat the team (John Carroll) that Mount struggled with in the regular season. So it should be a good game. Hey, there's a reason they call.. it "The Elite 8".
Hope you bring lots of fans. I'll try my best to meet some of you.
Travel safely and Go Mules! (Go Raiders too)! See you in Alliance. 🐴 🏈 😃
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 27, 2018, 02:00:31 AM
How crazy would it be if JHU and the Mules played in the semifinals?  A looooooooong shot.  But it might dispel the idea that the CC is a weak conference.  WHat do you think the odds might be?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MUC57 on November 27, 2018, 07:21:53 AM
Quote from: 69mule on November 27, 2018, 02:00:31 AM
How crazy would it be if JHU and the Mules played in the semifinals?  A looooooooong shot.  But it might dispel the idea that the CC is a weak conference.  WHat do you think the odds might be?
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JHU and the Mules in the semis? Ouch. Don't even want to think about it.
Nice to see a Muhlenberg poster on here. How about getting some of your buddies on here as well. Since our teams have never played each other, we need to get better acquainted.
I congratulated you guys on a previous post, so will not do it again here. Yes I will, congrats on your win and your good season..
Hope to hear more from the Mules fans. Go Mules and Go Raiders! 🐴 ☠ 😃
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on November 27, 2018, 10:29:13 AM

QuoteJHU and the Mules in the semis? Ouch. Don't even want to think about it.
Nice to see a Muhlenberg poster on here. How about getting some of your buddies on here as well. Since our teams have never played each other, we need to get better acquainted.
I congratulated you guys on a previous post, so will not do it again here. Yes I will, congrats on your win and your good season..
Hope to hear more from the Mules fans. Go Mules and Go Raiders! 🐴 ☠ 😃

This isn't a very active board and probably never will be. That being said, odds are you will probably see both of the Centennial representatives in the next two rounds. I'd wager you'll see about 200 fans traveling to Alliance from each school-mostly families of the players. I've been to a lot of Muhlenberg-JHU games over the years. You'll like the people you meet. You're going to see two talented well-coached teams that are solid on both sides of the ball and very similar in terms of skill level. JHU is a little better on offense and Muhlenberg a little better on defense. They're going to be better than you expect, but certainly not on par with UWW, UMHB or St. Johns. Both of these teams would have likely beaten John Carroll this year. I only saw one Mount Union game this year and it wasn't in person. The Raiders looked to be a little faster and a little more physical than the Blue Jays and Mules and are certainly a very well-coached team-although I think you will be impressed with the O-line of Hopkins, they're very good and their QB is top-notch. This Mount Union is better than any team Muhlenberg or JHU have ever faced-travel and awe are going to be factors, although Muhlenberg has made a trip to Ohio (to play TMC) and Hopkins has played Mount Union before. 10-team leagues and limited travel budgets make inter-conference comparisons difficult, but these are two teams that would be competitive in any D3 conference. Turning over the Magic-Ball and guessing at the scores- 45-24 & 48-35 and good luck to Mount Union in the Stagg Bowl.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MUC57 on November 27, 2018, 10:41:00 AM

Joe Rockhead

Nice hearing from you and welcome to the boards. We have a lot of fun here and even learn a little about what's going on in Dlll. Johns Hopkins and Muhlenberg are the real deal. 250 teams started the season but only 8 remain! Don't ya just love Dlll football? 🏈 🍺 ❗️
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on November 27, 2018, 12:27:11 PM
Quote from: Joe Rockhead on November 27, 2018, 10:29:13 AM

QuoteJHU and the Mules in the semis? Ouch. Don't even want to think about it.
Nice to see a Muhlenberg poster on here. How about getting some of your buddies on here as well. Since our teams have never played each other, we need to get better acquainted.
I congratulated you guys on a previous post, so will not do it again here. Yes I will, congrats on your win and your good season..
Hope to hear more from the Mules fans. Go Mules and Go Raiders! 🐴 ☠ 😃

This isn't a very active board and probably never will be. That being said, odds are you will probably see both of the Centennial representatives in the next two rounds. I'd wager you'll see about 200 fans traveling to Alliance from each school-mostly families of the players. I've been to a lot of Muhlenberg-JHU games over the years. You'll like the people you meet. You're going to see two talented well-coached teams that are solid on both sides of the ball and very similar in terms of skill level. JHU is a little better on offense and Muhlenberg a little better on defense. They're going to be better than you expect, but certainly not on par with UWW, UMHB or St. Johns. Both of these teams would have likely beaten John Carroll this year. I only saw one Mount Union game this year and it wasn't in person. The Raiders looked to be a little faster and a little more physical than the Blue Jays and Mules and are certainly a very well-coached team-although I think you will be impressed with the O-line of Hopkins, they're very good and their QB is top-notch. This Mount Union is better than any team Muhlenberg or JHU have ever faced-travel and awe are going to be factors, although Muhlenberg has made a trip to Ohio (to play TMC) and Hopkins has played Mount Union before. 10-team leagues and limited travel budgets make inter-conference comparisons difficult, but these are two teams that would be competitive in any D3 conference. Turning over the Magic-Ball and guessing at the scores- 45-24 & 48-35 and good luck to Mount Union in the Stagg Bowl.

I'd rather have a 10 league conference any day, I remember the days that we had to find 8 games while being independent. Interesting, the CC usually plays the MAC or ODAC teams for OOC, which is similar to how the NJAC has the NJAC/MAC challenge. Do you think the CC will open up its OOC schedule with the current success, possibly playing PAC/OAC/NJAC teams?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bartman on November 27, 2018, 09:34:46 PM
Quote from: Joe Rockhead on November 23, 2018, 09:02:37 AM
If you missed the broadcast you can watch the entire 10 minute feature here:

https://twitter.com/CBSSportsNet/status/1065697657476210688

I promise you it's worth 10 minutes of your time.
What a great tribute to Coach Donnelly. I hope our Hobart alum, Coach Milne, can follow in his footsteps. Good luck to the Mules against the Raiders .....you never know , the ball bounces in funny ways.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: art76 on November 28, 2018, 10:05:48 AM
Just cross-pollinating from the other conference with two teams left in it.

Good luck to the Jays and the other Pool C team left, the Mules.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MUC57 on November 28, 2018, 06:50:18 PM

Hey Mules fans

Would love to hear from you. Weather forecast for Saturday, as of now, is rain with temps from 49-55. So, won't be cold but will be wet. Many people on the boards would be glad to provide info on a broad range of things. Our alumni office, headed up by Tiffany Hogya, has been in contact with Muhlenberg.
If you're coming down (or over), travel safely and enjoy your visit to northeast Ohio. See you Saturday? Best to the Mules and Go Raiders! 🐴  😃 ☠
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on November 29, 2018, 01:00:12 PM
Sadly, this board lost it's mojo a few years back.  We had some nice reparte going but all of those fans have left the boards so I check in once or twice a season to see if there is any activity.  It is great to see such good will from you Purple Raiders fans and to see some posts here for a change.  I just hope the Mules give you guys a run for the money.

I live in Texas now.  It would be a mind bowing miracle if we made it to the Stagg Bowl.  I might show up no matter who is playing.  Best of luck to the Mules and the Raiders and of course JHU too. 
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: ITH radio on November 29, 2018, 02:19:54 PM
As a Hobart guy I'd love to see Coach Milne's team show well, but have watched D3FB for almost 30 years and first time teams vs. MU rarely fare well. JHU vs. RPI should be a better match up, and could play to the Engineers strengths with bad weather potentially hurting the Blue Jays awesome offense.

Can't wait to see how it pans out. Our tale of the tape is posted on our twitter page and our preview show will be out later today / tonight. Good luck!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: raiderguy on November 29, 2018, 06:20:19 PM
I visited the Muhlenberg web site and was very impressed with the planning for the game. Pep rally, poster party,and lots of free food plus free bus tickets for students. Nice! The buffet at Mount is very good if that is your choice and worth the $8. WELCOME to the MACHINE!

Watched the tribute to Coach Donnl!ey and was very impressed. Sorry for your loss but my guess is he'll be watching.

Reminds me of a coach we just lost from Mount. Have a safe trip to Alliance!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: raiderguy on November 30, 2018, 12:24:39 PM
WOW........Everybody must be on the bus headed for Alliance! Too much free food I guess. I don't even hear any.crickets! ;D
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MUC57 on November 30, 2018, 04:05:02 PM

Mules fans

If you see this, know that I will wander over to your tailgate area tomorrow. Even if you don't see this, I will still wander over tomorrow. But if you don't see this, how will you know? You'll know when you see me. I always enjoy talking to our visitors. Good luck to The Mules! And The Raiders! 🐴 🏈 ☠ ❗️
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: D O.C. on December 01, 2018, 12:42:05 PM
Dang! I might as well throw in 2 cents since (say it ten times fast) there are so many other visitors to this board.

Great school-yard TD by JHU. Ya' think the refs like to get involved? Call it back by 2 flags when there could have been 20. 
I wasn't there so I don't know if either of them directly led to the 10 second scramble and completed pass.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on December 01, 2018, 12:49:34 PM
Quote from: D O.C. on December 01, 2018, 12:42:05 PM
Dang! I might as well throw in 2 cents since (say it ten times fast) there are so many other visitors to this board.

Great school-yard TD by JHU. Ya' think the refs like to get involved? Call it back by 2 flags when there could have been 20. 
I wasn't there so I don't know if either of them directly led to the 10 second scramble and completed pass.

surely it did, right??
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: WRMUalum13 on December 01, 2018, 08:18:40 PM
Kudos to Muhlenberg for competing with Mount for 4 quarters. You did a much better job than most of "the machine"s first time opponents. Awesome defense and a respectable run game. As a mount fan I was impressed with the physicality on defense and ability to stymie a normally fantastic offense. It seemed like we couldn't get much going besides the wildcat. Also didn't feel like the Mules were intimidated coming into Mount Union stadium, definitely played a full game. Nice job Mules, I have a newfound respect for the centennial conference and will probably have even more respect after next week.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: theaprof on December 04, 2018, 02:12:24 PM
In the past, several of us old confused guys from Mount Union have met for wings and some golden beverages on the Friday night before the semi-final.  Anyone interested in reviving that tradition?  We could meet at Rey's 62 in Alliance and talk about how no one has ever seen a team like....Skunk? HSCoach? Sidekick? Ric? MUC57? Hurfmuc? DesertRaider? Etc? Anyone else in the Alliance area?...Anyone from Johns Hopkins that wants to thump chests??? 

It has always been a friendly get together with fans of both teams invited for a real D3 sharing experience.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: theaprof on December 05, 2018, 02:07:06 PM
8:00 at Rey's 62 on State Street--it's in the plaza just west of the Texas Roadhouse.  Hope to see some of the Johns Hopkins fans!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: theaprof on December 06, 2018, 10:51:21 PM
Helloooooo?.??  Is anybody in here?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on December 07, 2018, 08:00:50 AM
Quote from: theaprof on December 06, 2018, 10:51:21 PM
Helloooooo?.??  Is anybody in here?

No.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: ITH radio on December 07, 2018, 08:21:23 AM
Our semifinal show, including an interview with JHU SR SS Addison Quinnones, is up:

https://www.facebook.com/126112447487909/posts/1961251073974028?sfns=1
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: D O.C. on December 07, 2018, 06:02:12 PM
Go get 'em Jays!


Of course I'm referring to books in the library not some dumb National Semi-final sports contest.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on December 09, 2018, 08:05:35 AM
Best season in Centennial Conference history!
Hopkins 12-2 with a semifinal loss (3-1 overall post season)
Muhlenberg 11-2 with a quarterfinal loss (2-1 in playoffs)
Susquehanna, F&M and Ursinus all 8-3 with MAC/Centennial bowl wins
Not too shabby--8-2 post season record with both Ls to The Machine.
Great season to watch and follow. Congrats to all players, coaches, fans and families of all.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ice Bear on December 09, 2018, 10:47:53 AM
Congrats to JHU on the great season. dlip believes you are one hell of a team and did yourself proud yesterday. dlip honestly didn't think the Blue Jays were going to hold up...he'll enjoy eating crow on that! Best of luck next year and again, **** ton to be proud of!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: D O.C. on December 09, 2018, 12:18:14 PM
Way to go Bluejays!
Of course, I mean all those Fulbrght Grant winners.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MUC57 on December 09, 2018, 01:03:53 PM
Quote from: The Mole on December 09, 2018, 08:05:35 AM
Best season in Centennial Conference history!
Hopkins 12-2 with a semifinal loss (3-1 overall post season)
Muhlenberg 11-2 with a quarterfinal loss (2-1 in playoffs)
Susquehanna, F&M and Ursinus all 8-3 with MAC/Centennial bowl wins
Not too shabby--8-2 post season record with both Ls to The Machine.
Great season to watch and follow. Congrats to all players, coaches, fans and families of all.

That speaks volumes about the quality of the Centennial Conference. And congrats to Muhlenberg and, especially, Johns Hopkins. Two teams that could, and did, beat a lot of teams. Good luck next year. I'll be keeping eyes and ears open on your progress. Go CC!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MUC57 on January 02, 2019, 05:10:35 PM
Condolences to the entire John's Hopkins community, his family and friends on the loss of Coach Margraff. I didn't know him, but I believe that a coach that good has to be admired by all off-field.
Rest in eternal peace Coach! ✝ 😥
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: JCUStreaks70 on January 02, 2019, 05:51:10 PM
I'd like to offer my sympathies to the entire JHU Football Community. Coach Margraff is in my prayers.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: thewaterboy on January 02, 2019, 06:31:15 PM
Condolences to the JHU football community.... Much respect to Coach Margraff and the program, who I have come to respect after 3 epic clashes with my team (Wesley) in the postseason. Coach Margraff was one of those coaches who took the right approach to Division III football. Rest in peace.

May Coach Margraff and Coach Drass find time to sit together up there on football Saturdays in the fall.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on January 02, 2019, 06:38:29 PM
Terrible News. RIP Coach, rest easy. You went out on top!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Raider 68 on January 02, 2019, 10:03:27 PM
Thoughts and prayers for the JHU and Margraff family.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on January 02, 2019, 11:22:16 PM
Condolences to the JHU family!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: SaintsFAN on January 03, 2019, 06:23:16 AM
Just awful news.  Condolences to the JHU Community and the Margraff family. 
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Mr. Ypsi on January 04, 2019, 12:32:52 PM
A heartfelt tribute to Coach Margraff in a location you might not otherwise run across - The Detroit Free Press!  A sportswriter there has a son who is a freshman on the JHU football team.  Go to freep.com.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Teamski on January 12, 2019, 01:33:34 PM
A bit belated, but my sincere condolences to the Margraff family, players and fans of John Hopkins football.  We here at Wesley know exactly the pain you are going through and those of us who felt the loss of our own Coach Mike Drass understand the shock and sadness you are going through right now.  Keep the faith and know that Coach Margraff's spirit is imbued in the soul of John Hopkins football and Division III as a whole.  He will not be forgotten.

-Ski
Title: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on September 15, 2019, 03:13:35 PM
Making another attempt to try and revive this thread

Looks like another very competitive season for the CC

Susquehanna takes down Hopkins for the 2nd year in a row, they get Muhlenberg this week and then F&M the following week--no favors with that schedule. All conference contenders.
Ursinus has their QB back and will also be dangerous and Dickinson and McDaniel both continue to improve. Moravian has started out slow, but could be dangerous. Gettysburg and Juniata continue to struggle, hopefully they can make some progress but it won't be easy in this league.

One loss champion is likely, but with 5 Pool C bids, a second like The Mules last year might be a stretch. Strap in for a bumpy and exciting ride!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 15, 2019, 04:02:24 PM
Susquehanna has to learn from last year, where they beat JHU but then couldn't maintain that. I suspect that will be an issue with some voters this week, for example.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on September 15, 2019, 08:04:19 PM
Quote from: Pat Coleman on September 15, 2019, 04:02:24 PM
Susquehanna has to learn from last year, where they beat JHU but then couldn't maintain that. I suspect that will be an issue with some voters this week, for example.

No doubt, Pat. The league has become much more difficult top to bottom. The Susquehanna loss to Moravian last year as a prime example. Does only one non conference game (usually against MAC teams) hurt overall SOS as they beat each other up?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on September 15, 2019, 08:26:23 PM
It does hurt overall SOS -- beating each other up, however, doesn't have any effect on the SOS. All of the conference games balance out.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on September 16, 2019, 02:16:33 PM
Can we have three teams at 9-1 this year?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on September 16, 2019, 08:18:31 PM
Quote from: MANDGSU on September 16, 2019, 02:16:33 PM
Can we have three teams at 9-1 this year?

Great question, I think it is possible but I am not a stats/probability expert. I need some algebra help here, but with 10 teams and 90 league games--45 wins and 45 losses in CC play. You could have 3 teams 8-1 in league play with a team at 6-3 losing to all them but beating everyone below that....someone check me on this, I am way out of my element and competency....

Example

Hopkins 8-1/9-1(L to Sus)
Sus 8-1/9-1 (L to Muhl)
Muhl 8-1/9-1(L to Hopkins)
F&M 6-3/7-3 (L to the 3 above beat Leb Val)
Dickinson 3-6/4-6 (beat W&L)
Moravian 3-6/3-7 (loss to Kings)
Ursinus 3-6/4-6 (beat Bethany)
McDaniel 3-6/4-6 (beat Misericordia)
Gettysburg 3-6/3-7 (loss to Bridgewater)
Juniata 0-9/0-10 (loss to Grove City)

Who knows?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on September 16, 2019, 08:43:25 PM
What is the Centennial tie-breaker?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on September 16, 2019, 09:00:21 PM
Quote from: Ralph Turner on September 16, 2019, 08:43:25 PM
What is the Centennial tie-breaker?

http://www.centennial.org/Manual/2019-20/sports/Football.pdf

Section IV - Rules Governing Championship
A. Determining the Conference Champion. The Conference champion will be based on the best won-lost record in a single roundrobin season.
B. Ties for First Place. In case of a tie for first place at the conclusion of the regular season, multiple champions will be named.
C. Determining the NCAA Tournament Representative
1. Head-to-Head competition;
2. Results against 3rd place team, 4th place team, etc. until tie is broken;
3. Strength-of-schedule criteria, as determined by the NCAA Championships Committee formula, for all games;
• Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OWP)
• Opponents' Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OOWP)
Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OWP). Take each opponent's regular won-lost percentage against other Division III teams
(excluding the results against the team in question) and average the percentages. To calculate: Team A Schedule is as follows:
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: wally_wabash on September 16, 2019, 09:15:24 PM
Quote from: The Mole on September 16, 2019, 09:00:21 PM
Quote from: Ralph Turner on September 16, 2019, 08:43:25 PM
What is the Centennial tie-breaker?

http://www.centennial.org/Manual/2019-20/sports/Football.pdf

Section IV - Rules Governing Championship
A. Determining the Conference Champion. The Conference champion will be based on the best won-lost record in a single roundrobin season.
B. Ties for First Place. In case of a tie for first place at the conclusion of the regular season, multiple champions will be named.
C. Determining the NCAA Tournament Representative
1. Head-to-Head competition;
2. Results against 3rd place team, 4th place team, etc. until tie is broken;
3. Strength-of-schedule criteria, as determined by the NCAA Championships Committee formula, for all games;
• Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OWP)
• Opponents' Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OOWP)
Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OWP). Take each opponent's regular won-lost percentage against other Division III teams
(excluding the results against the team in question) and average the percentages. To calculate: Team A Schedule is as follows:

The ODAC can be weird so nothing is certain here, but on the surface this would seem to favor Hopkins as Randolph Macon is likely going to have a better W/L year than Lycoming or TCNJ. 
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on September 17, 2019, 03:25:51 PM
+1! to Wally and The Mole
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on September 17, 2019, 03:51:04 PM
Quote from: wally_wabash on September 16, 2019, 09:15:24 PM
Quote from: The Mole on September 16, 2019, 09:00:21 PM
Quote from: Ralph Turner on September 16, 2019, 08:43:25 PM
What is the Centennial tie-breaker?

http://www.centennial.org/Manual/2019-20/sports/Football.pdf

Section IV - Rules Governing Championship
A. Determining the Conference Champion. The Conference champion will be based on the best won-lost record in a single roundrobin season.
B. Ties for First Place. In case of a tie for first place at the conclusion of the regular season, multiple champions will be named.
C. Determining the NCAA Tournament Representative
1. Head-to-Head competition;
2. Results against 3rd place team, 4th place team, etc. until tie is broken;
3. Strength-of-schedule criteria, as determined by the NCAA Championships Committee formula, for all games;
• Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OWP)
• Opponents' Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OOWP)
Opponents' Average Winning Percentage (OWP). Take each opponent's regular won-lost percentage against other Division III teams
(excluding the results against the team in question) and average the percentages. To calculate: Team A Schedule is as follows:

The ODAC can be weird so nothing is certain here, but on the surface this would seem to favor Hopkins as Randolph Macon is likely going to have a better W/L year than Lycoming or TCNJ.

It's going to be really weird this year. I agree with R-MC, but Lycoming looks to improve off a year where they lost all 6 of their games by an average of 10 points and if you take away the Susquehanna loss, only 6 points.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on September 24, 2019, 07:17:08 PM
Another attempt to revive some interest in what was a great conference last year with 2 playoff teams (Hopkins & Muhlenberg, as well as three 8 win teams in the Centennial/MAC Bowl challenge--Susquehanna, Ursinus & F&M)

Muhlenberg @ Juniata: Eagles got a huge and surprising W over Ursinus last week. Can they pull off a bigger shocker?

F&M @ Susquehanna: River Hawks fell to Muhlenberg in OT (after beating Hopkins), The Dips need this as they still have Hopkins and Muhlenberg on the slate. Should be the game of the week in the CC

Hopkins @ Dickinson: Red Devils are improved and tough on D, Jays cannot take them lightly

Gettysburg @ McDaniel: Winnable match up for both squads. Green Terror should win but the Bullets will give them a good shot

Ursinus @ Moravian: Grizzlies got trapped by Juniata. can they rebound against the winless Greyhounds?

Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on September 30, 2019, 08:54:23 AM
A bit of a separation week in the Centennial coming this Saturday:

Muhlenberg @ F&M: Dips got beaten soundly by Susky this past week, can they pull off an upset that would create chaos? Mules are in total control and unbeaten overall and in CC play

Hopkins @ Ursinus: Both are 3-1/2-1 overall. The league losses are very different though--Blue Jays to Susquehanna and Bears to Juniata. Two years ago, Ursinus won this to stop the CC win streak. They have the talent to pull it off again.

Juniata @ McDaniel: Do not look at the records in this one--Green Terror have beaten the two winless CC squads below and a back down to earth Misericordia--BUT they are 3-1. Eagles are just 1-3 with a tough schedule and the aforementioned W over Ursinus--a victory here would be another step in the their improvement.

Moravian @ Gettysburg: Both teams are 0-4. Greyhounds are the better team on paper and have 3 one score losses (by a total of 13 points). Bullets appear improved but may be disappointed Saturday

Dickinson @ Susquehanna: Red Devils are trying to get back to the top tier of the conference and have had to face Muhlenberg and Hopkins already and lost those by a combined 41 points. They still have some work to do-- this would be a statement upset but River Hawks have too much to let that happen (but this is the type of game they have come up short in the past)
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on October 06, 2019, 10:37:31 AM
I appreciate your efforts to bring some interest to the board. Halfway through the season, thanks to a late summer business trip to Virginia, I've had the chance to see 8 of the 10 Centennial teams in action in person, some of them several times.  The only teams I haven't seen yet are Moravian & McDaniel. I probably won't catch one of their games until they play Muhlenberg. (And Moravian-McDaniel was the game closest to my home-go figure) The quality of play in the league is very good overall. Every team I've seen, including Gettysburg, has quality players, but there's a definite hierarchy in the league. Here's my humble assessment at the halfway mark.

Muhlenberg, Susquehanna and Hopkins are a cut above this year.  These are 3 really good teams-deserving of their rankings. Well-coached. Sound in every aspect of the game.  Excellent on defense and great skill players on offense. They've got the 3 best QB's in the league and barring some unusual result these 3 will top the standings in some form at the end of the year.  One, maybe two, of these top 25 caliber teams will be left out of the tournament this year. (There's not a lot that separates these 3 teams) The Muhlenberg-Hopkins showdown in week 8 will likely determine if it's a 3-way tie at the end of the year or a 0-1-2 loss ordering of these 3 teams. If you're just a plain football fan-catch one of these teams in action.

Ursinus is a good team with an excellent QB as well. Their loss to Juniata is more a reflection of Juniata's improvement and Ursinus taking them lightly. Their schedule does them no favors putting Hopkins, Muhlenberg & Susquehanna on their plate in consecutive games. They gave Hopkins quite a scare yesterday (watch the last 1/2 hour of that game https://portal.stretchinternet.com/ursinus/portal.htm?eventId=557050&streamType=video   The Ursinus play-by-play announcer does a great job)  Muhlenberg & Susquehanna will need to pay attention when they play them because they're capable of the upset.

I thought F & M would be better. They also were served up a three week stretch of Susquehanna-Muhlenberg-Hopkins.  I watched Muhlenberg absolutely dismantle them yesterday-as Susquehanna had the week before. Muhlenberg dialed it back in the 2nd half-it could have been much worse. (I wonder if the two F & M guys at the concession stand who said the Mules were overrated before the game have changed their opinion?) They've still got Hopkins and Ursinus in front of them with two losses in the books already. They're still top half of the league in talent-but not up with the top 3.

It falls off pretty quickly from here to the bottom half. Dickinson is vastly improved. They put a scare in Susquehanna last night, but when the game was on the line Susquehanna just put an end to any upset ideas they might have had by quickly scoring and then shutting Dickinson's offense down. Their defense is legit. They've got a couple of play makers on offense-including a good QB, a good RB and a very good WR.  They're just not quite there yet. We'll see when they play F & M in a couple of weeks if they've really made a jump.

I put Juniata next. They've got a couple of receivers who are as good as any in the league. Everybody's got a long bus ride to go see them. This is a pretty good squad. Just not a complete team.  I don't think they're done winning games this year-in fact I think they've got a legitimate shot at .500. Good for them, it would be a nice bounce back from an 0-10 year.

Moravian & McDaniel, like I said, the two teams I haven't seen yet.  McDaniel won a close game between the two. My observations would be based on what I saw last year and looking at results from this year. Not the best way to assess things, but this is likely where they slot in right now (#8 & #9-you pick which goes where).

That leaves Gettysburg. Saw them against Bridgewater. They moved the ball pretty well but just couldn't get it done. Moravian & McDaniel were probably their best shots at a win this year-maybe Juniata, but I don't think so. They're in a tough stretch. I can't figure them out. It's a great school and they do a nice job recruiting. They've got some good players, just not enough. This is a tough league where everybody's at least pretty good. Somebody's got to be at the bottom.   
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on October 06, 2019, 10:45:33 AM
BYE WEEK in Centennial this week, Muhlenberg appears the team to beat, but a future date with Hopkins looms. Susquehanna needs to win out and pray for the Jays to knock off the Mules. F&M appears to be down as they have gotten beat up a combined 91-19 the last two weeks to the Mules & River Hawks. They have work to do in order to get a MAC/Centennial Bowl bid. McDaniel is in a logjam of 2-2 CC teams with the Dips, Ursinus and Juniata. Dickinson and Moravian are at 1-3. Gettysburg may struggle to get a W. They have an improved Juniata after the BYE and then Hopkins, Susquehanna, Muhlenberg and the rivalry game with F&M, respectively. Yikes.

Keep an eye on the Red Devils of Carlisle after the BYE. Record says 1-3/2-3 but they have gotten through the gauntlet and lost to the Muhlenberg, Hopkins and Susquehanna trio. Each successive game was a closer score (29, 22 and 7 points). They won't be a picnic for the rest of the CC and will be a factor in determining bowl bids.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on October 07, 2019, 10:03:38 AM
Good assessment JRock. I posted right after you. Ursinus is a dangerous team. Their QB can sling it and they do not lack for talent. I follow them closely as I live close by. The league is as good as it has ever been.

Quote from: Joe Rockhead on October 06, 2019, 10:37:31 AM
I appreciate your efforts to bring some interest to the board. Halfway through the season, thanks to a late summer business trip to Virginia, I've had the chance to see 8 of the 10 Centennial teams in action in person, some of them several times.  The only teams I haven't seen yet are Moravian & McDaniel. I probably won't catch one of their games until they play Muhlenberg. (And Moravian-McDaniel was the game closest to my home-go figure) The quality of play in the league is very good overall. Every team I've seen, including Gettysburg, has quality players, but there's a definite hierarchy in the league. Here's my humble assessment at the halfway mark.

Muhlenberg, Susquehanna and Hopkins are a cut above this year.  These are 3 really good teams-deserving of their rankings. Well-coached. Sound in every aspect of the game.  Excellent on defense and great skill players on offense. They've got the 3 best QB's in the league and barring some unusual result these 3 will top the standings in some form at the end of the year.  One, maybe two, of these top 25 caliber teams will be left out of the tournament this year. (There's not a lot that separates these 3 teams) The Muhlenberg-Hopkins showdown in week 8 will likely determine if it's a 3-way tie at the end of the year or a 0-1-2 loss ordering of these 3 teams. If you're just a plain football fan-catch one of these teams in action.

Ursinus is a good team with an excellent QB as well. Their loss to Juniata is more a reflection of Juniata's improvement and Ursinus taking them lightly. Their schedule does them no favors putting Hopkins, Muhlenberg & Susquehanna on their plate in consecutive games. They gave Hopkins quite a scare yesterday (watch the last 1/2 hour of that game https://portal.stretchinternet.com/ursinus/portal.htm?eventId=557050&streamType=video   The Ursinus play-by-play announcer does a great job)  Muhlenberg & Susquehanna will need to pay attention when they play them because they're capable of the upset.

I thought F & M would be better. They also were served up a three week stretch of Susquehanna-Muhlenberg-Hopkins.  I watched Muhlenberg absolutely dismantle them yesterday-as Susquehanna had the week before. Muhlenberg dialed it back in the 2nd half-it could have been much worse. (I wonder if the two F & M guys at the concession stand who said the Mules were overrated before the game have changed their opinion?) They've still got Hopkins and Ursinus in front of them with two losses in the books already. They're still top half of the league in talent-but not up with the top 3.

It falls off pretty quickly from here to the bottom half. Dickinson is vastly improved. They put a scare in Susquehanna last night, but when the game was on the line Susquehanna just put an end to any upset ideas they might have had by quickly scoring and then shutting Dickinson's offense down. Their defense is legit. They've got a couple of play makers on offense-including a good QB, a good RB and a very good WR.  They're just not quite there yet. We'll see when they play F & M in a couple of weeks if they've really made a jump.

I put Juniata next. They've got a couple of receivers who are as good as any in the league. Everybody's got a long bus ride to go see them. This is a pretty good squad. Just not a complete team.  I don't think they're done winning games this year-in fact I think they've got a legitimate shot at .500. Good for them, it would be a nice bounce back from an 0-10 year.

Moravian & McDaniel, like I said, the two teams I haven't seen yet.  McDaniel won a close game between the two. My observations would be based on what I saw last year and looking at results from this year. Not the best way to assess things, but this is likely where they slot in right now (#8 & #9-you pick which goes where).

That leaves Gettysburg. Saw them against Bridgewater. They moved the ball pretty well but just couldn't get it done. Moravian & McDaniel were probably their best shots at a win this year-maybe Juniata, but I don't think so. They're in a tough stretch. I can't figure them out. It's a great school and they do a nice job recruiting. They've got some good players, just not enough. This is a tough league where everybody's at least pretty good. Somebody's got to be at the bottom.   
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on October 07, 2019, 10:41:13 AM
Quote from: Joe Rockhead on October 06, 2019, 10:37:31 AM
I appreciate your efforts to bring some interest to the board. Halfway through the season, thanks to a late summer business trip to Virginia, I've had the chance to see 8 of the 10 Centennial teams in action in person, some of them several times.  The only teams I haven't seen yet are Moravian & McDaniel. I probably won't catch one of their games until they play Muhlenberg. (And Moravian-McDaniel was the game closest to my home-go figure) The quality of play in the league is very good overall. Every team I've seen, including Gettysburg, has quality players, but there's a definite hierarchy in the league. Here's my humble assessment at the halfway mark.

Muhlenberg, Susquehanna and Hopkins are a cut above this year.  These are 3 really good teams-deserving of their rankings. Well-coached. Sound in every aspect of the game.  Excellent on defense and great skill players on offense. They've got the 3 best QB's in the league and barring some unusual result these 3 will top the standings in some form at the end of the year.  One, maybe two, of these top 25 caliber teams will be left out of the tournament this year. (There's not a lot that separates these 3 teams) The Muhlenberg-Hopkins showdown in week 8 will likely determine if it's a 3-way tie at the end of the year or a 0-1-2 loss ordering of these 3 teams. If you're just a plain football fan-catch one of these teams in action.

Ursinus is a good team with an excellent QB as well. Their loss to Juniata is more a reflection of Juniata's improvement and Ursinus taking them lightly. Their schedule does them no favors putting Hopkins, Muhlenberg & Susquehanna on their plate in consecutive games. They gave Hopkins quite a scare yesterday (watch the last 1/2 hour of that game https://portal.stretchinternet.com/ursinus/portal.htm?eventId=557050&streamType=video   The Ursinus play-by-play announcer does a great job)  Muhlenberg & Susquehanna will need to pay attention when they play them because they're capable of the upset.

I thought F & M would be better. They also were served up a three week stretch of Susquehanna-Muhlenberg-Hopkins.  I watched Muhlenberg absolutely dismantle them yesterday-as Susquehanna had the week before. Muhlenberg dialed it back in the 2nd half-it could have been much worse. (I wonder if the two F & M guys at the concession stand who said the Mules were overrated before the game have changed their opinion?) They've still got Hopkins and Ursinus in front of them with two losses in the books already. They're still top half of the league in talent-but not up with the top 3.

It falls off pretty quickly from here to the bottom half. Dickinson is vastly improved. They put a scare in Susquehanna last night, but when the game was on the line Susquehanna just put an end to any upset ideas they might have had by quickly scoring and then shutting Dickinson's offense down. Their defense is legit. They've got a couple of play makers on offense-including a good QB, a good RB and a very good WR.  They're just not quite there yet. We'll see when they play F & M in a couple of weeks if they've really made a jump.

I put Juniata next. They've got a couple of receivers who are as good as any in the league. Everybody's got a long bus ride to go see them. This is a pretty good squad. Just not a complete team.  I don't think they're done winning games this year-in fact I think they've got a legitimate shot at .500. Good for them, it would be a nice bounce back from an 0-10 year.

Moravian & McDaniel, like I said, the two teams I haven't seen yet.  McDaniel won a close game between the two. My observations would be based on what I saw last year and looking at results from this year. Not the best way to assess things, but this is likely where they slot in right now (#8 & #9-you pick which goes where).

That leaves Gettysburg. Saw them against Bridgewater. They moved the ball pretty well but just couldn't get it done. Moravian & McDaniel were probably their best shots at a win this year-maybe Juniata, but I don't think so. They're in a tough stretch. I can't figure them out. It's a great school and they do a nice job recruiting. They've got some good players, just not enough. This is a tough league where everybody's at least pretty good. Somebody's got to be at the bottom.   

Looking ahead, I think the best bet for the CC to get two teams in is for Johns Hopkins and Muhlenberg do to the OOC schedule.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on October 14, 2019, 06:59:38 AM
Coming off the BYE week in the CC:

Ursinus @ Muhlenberg: Friday night game in Allentown. Can the Grizzly QB engineer an upset over the Mules? 'Berg has a pretty good slinger themselves, might be too much to ask

McDaniel @ Dickinson: Red Devils have had a tougher slate, a win they need to show they are over the hump. Green Terrors feel the same way....

F&M @ Hopkins: Could be a long night for the Diplomats. They appear to be down a bit and Homewood is not an easy venue

Susquehanna @ Moravian: River Hawks need to make a statement by taking care of business and avoiding complacency. Greyhounds only W is over winless Gettysburg

Gettysburg @ Juniata: Eagles have made strides and Bullets have not. Anything can happen but if the boys in Huntingdon want to mpve up the ladder, this a a contest they must dominate
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on October 19, 2019, 05:43:40 PM
Muhlenberg 45 Ursinus 21--Mules continue to roll

Dickinson 34 McDaniel 0--Red Devils are improving each week

F&M 20 Hopkins 17--huge road win for the Diplomats, essentially knocking Blue Jays out of Pool C

Susquehanna 31 Moravian 7--River Hawks drowned the Hounds

Gettysburg 31 Juniata 28--Eagles shot down by the Bullets in a nice win for the Blue & Orange.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on October 20, 2019, 09:51:32 AM
Saw two games this weekend. Went to Muhlenberg Friday night. They should play at least one night game every year there. The dome lit up behind the visitor's stands made for a really pretty view.  Good attendance, really nice atmosphere for a game.  Ursinus hung with the Mules for a half, but Muhlenberg was just plain better on both sides of the ball.  The Mule's 98 yard drive near the end of the first half combined with the interception near the goal line in the last minute of the half (After Ursinus advanced 45 yards following 3 consecutive 15 yard penalties on Muhlenberg) took the starch right out of the Bears.  The Mule's QB threw 4 absolutely stunning TD passes. 24 point margin of victory over a pretty good team was impressive.  Susquehanna will need to bring it against the Bears next week. Hopefully Ursinus' #21 is ok. Excellent player. He got taken out by one of his own guys on an interception return-it looked pretty serious.

I almost didn't go to Baltimore on Saturday-almost.  But my lawn mower wouldn't start and my wife said she'd go with me. I can't believe it was the same F & M team I saw Muhlenberg throttle two weeks ago. Two goal line stands by F & M. They made big plays on offense. Two clutch interceptions. Tammaro made some big runs and clutch throws but JHU couldn't convert a 3rd down. Not scoring with first and goal (twice!) was inexplicable.  Exciting game that went down to the last minutes. Really nice afternoon and Homewood is a cool place to see a game too-well worth the price of admission!  (If you don't know, the Centennial schools don't charge admission :)  but this game would have been worth a couple of bucks) All it cost me was a tank of gas and a nice dinner with my wife down at Fell's Point. Looks like JHU's long Conference Championship/NCAA tournament streak is over-for this year. They'll be back, I'm sure. 
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on October 20, 2019, 04:42:14 PM
Joe Rock thanks for the tidbits, surprising but great win for the Dips in Balto. Muhlenberg's QB is a real gamer. Saw him play in HS and he flew under the radar, much to their delight....

This Week...

Gettysburg @ Hopkins: Tough Friday night venue for the Bullets, will be tough to get another W here

Dickinson @ F&M: VERY interesting match-up in this tilt. Red Devils are a tough out, Dips will not take them lightly

Moravian @ Juniata: Eagles got sniped by Gettysburg, Moravian beat the Bullets for their only W.

Ursinus @ Susquehanna: River Hawks are playing well, but need to be wary of Bears QB as Joe Rock pointed out. He has engineered his share of upsets in the past--could be a track meet

Muhlenberg @ McDaniel: Green Terror are not scaring the Mules
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on October 26, 2019, 08:25:34 PM
Hopkins 63 Gettysburg 7 not a surprise

Dickinson 17 F&M 10 OT Could be the program turn the corner win Red Devils needed

Moravian 32 Juniata 28 close game between teams with similar records and rosters

Susquehanna 34 Ursinus 0 statement W by the River Hawks

Muhlenberg 49 McDaniel 7 expected stomping by the Mules
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on October 26, 2019, 08:31:50 PM
Hopkins @ Muhlenberg: Can the Jays play spoiler to the CC front runner? Should be a good one

Susquehanna @ Gettysburg: Bullets have a major challenge ahead of them with a team battling for a Pool C bid (unless the Mules get tripped twice)

F&M @ Moravian: Dips will try to rebound vs the 'Hounds.

McDaniel @ Ursinus: Teams with 3-4/2-4 slates to battle it out. Bears are probably a little better but got mauled by Susky.

Juniata @ Dickinson: Do the Red Devils read their clippings or take care of business? They are sniffing a MAC/CC bowl bid.....
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 03, 2019, 01:26:22 PM
Muhlenberg 31 Hopkins 16--boys from Allentown are humming along

Susquehanna 56 Gettysburg 13--River Hawks are playing for Pool C

Moravian 17 F&M 16--Diplomats missed a chip shot FG that could have won it

Ursinus 37 McDaniel 16--though this might have been closer

Dickinson 51 Juniata 21--Red Devils out to prove they are most improved in the CC
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 03, 2019, 01:31:39 PM
COMING THIS WEEK:

Ursinus @ F&M: teams with identical records (4-4/3-4) battling it out for what could be a bowl knockout game

Dickinson @ Moravian: The visitors can taste a post season bowl with a W here....

Juniata @ Hopkins: the first of 3 games that could be ugly

McDaniel @ Susquehanna: River Hawks need to keep winning and need help for the Pool C bubble

Muhlenberg @ Gettysburg: Mules need to stay healthy, could be over by halftime
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on November 04, 2019, 10:33:45 AM
Muhlenberg took care of business this week. Hopkins played hard but the outcome was never in doubt.  JHU is still a very good team, but this game was more about just how good Muhlenberg is. The answer is really good.  JHU was very classy in defeat. This game had to hurt but I get the impression that there's a lot of mutual respect between these two teams.  First time that JHU has lost a game by more than 8 points since 2013.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on November 04, 2019, 11:05:42 AM
I should have added that the game day atmosphere was phenomenal.  The stadium was packed to capacity both home and visitors' sides, the fence line was two deep. There were tailgates all over campus,  including the Hopkins parents who filled a lot across from the stadium. I was able to eat some great food and drink a couple of beers courtesy of people I never met before. I had a really good time at the game and so did my wife-who I have to give some credit to for riding along with me this fall to games-all so I could avoid yard work.     
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on November 06, 2019, 02:34:10 PM
Susquehanna looks to be in good position with it's SOS, but should continue to root for Johns Hopkins and Lycoming to win out.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 09, 2019, 09:03:08 PM
F&M 44 Ursinus 16 Think Bears stud QB banged up, tie game at 16 headed to 4Q--TD and pick six right after trapped them

Moravian 24 Dickinson 6 In the surprise of the day, Hounds defense came up with 5 picks. Tough to overcome.

Hopkins 57 Juniata 26 Was 28-20 in middle of 3Q and then the Blue Jay offense went into overdrive

Susquehanna 49 McDaniel 7 Expected result on a chilly senior night in Selinsgrove.

Muhlenberg 44 Gettysburg 3 Mules have clinched the auto bid and cannot fall asleep next week
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 10, 2019, 10:47:55 AM
Wrapping up the last week of the regular season  in the Centennial....

Moravian @ Muhlenberg: Valley Rivalry (D3 Version), Mules have clinched Pool A and want to stay healthy, Greyhounds had a nice W over Dickinson and could sneak into a MAC/Centennial Bowl with a W

Hopkins @ McDaniel: The Maryland Railroad Lantern is at stake. Blue Jays will be bowling next week if they choose regardless of the outcome. Green Terror sport the lowest scoring O in the league, a victory will be hard to scare out for the seniors.

Gettysburg & F&M: The Lincoln Football Trophy will be up for grabs in this 109th meeting all time in a series that is very close. Diplomats will probably get a bowl with a W, Bullets have second lowest scoring O (by two points) and the worst defense in terms of points allowed. Stranger things have happened on this game....

Susquehanna @ Juniata: River Hawks are in the thick of the Pool C conversation, so the Goal Post Trophy rivalry is a must win. The Eagles are in the throes of a 4 game losing streak. Going to be a real challenge to break that....

Ursinus @ Dickinson: This tilt could determine the final bowl spot in the CC/MAC bowls (assuming Susquehanna wins). Red Devils got bitten by the Hounds and Bears got mauled in the 4th quarter by F&M. Should be a good game between teams fighting for another chance to extend the season.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 16, 2019, 07:13:49 PM
Stay tuned for upcoming bowl/playoff bids tomorrow....

Hopkins 42 McDaniel 0: no surprise, down year for the Jays, may get cross town Stevenson in what should be interesting....

Muhlenberg 52 Moravian 7: Who will the Mules get in Round 1?

F&M 55 Gettysburg 7: Diplomats will be bowling (maybe Wilkes?)

Susquehanna 63 Juniata 7: with a rash of Pool C hopefuls losing, River Hawks should be fine, just who do they play and where?

Ursinus 27 Dickinson 19: Both finish with identical 5-5/4-5 records and this could mean the Bears get the bowl (Misericordia ?)
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 17, 2019, 10:04:52 AM
Yikes, I may have spoken too soon, boys from Selinsgrove projected to be out...
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on November 17, 2019, 01:11:41 PM
Nobody is just fine in a playoff process with just five at-large bids.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 17, 2019, 08:15:43 PM
NCAA & MAC vs Centennial Bowls

MIT @ Muhlenberg: The Mules could not have asked for a better draw in their bracket (no Mt Union). The Engineers won the deceptively competitive NEWMAC and won't roll over, they have some mo' as they ended the regular season on a 5 game win streak. Mules should advance....

Wilkes @ Susquehanna: Congrats to the Colonels who have turned their program around! They got handled by Del Val and Stevenson so still have improvement to go, but still a great accomplishment by the players and staff to get to this point. They had 4 games decided by one score or less and were victorious in all of them, a sign of learning how to win. This will be a step up in competition versus an old conference foe that will either play really inspired and feels that they were snubbed for the field of 32, OR will sleep walk through the game because it had its eyes on a different goal.

Hopkins @ Stevenson: Juicy cross town Baltimore skirmish. The Mustangs two Ls were early to Pool A squads (Del Val & Bridgewater VA) so you could say they are battle tested, but Wilkes is the only team it beat that has a winning record. Jays had a "down year" by their standards, but those 3 losses were by a total of 19 points to Pool A Muhlenberg and fellow CC bowlers F&M and Susquehanna. Also one W over a winning team, 8-2 Randolph-Macon (runner up in the ODAC).

F&M @ Misericordia: Cougars have turned their program around though. They are limping into this game losing three of their last 4 with the W over second year squad Alvernia. Lost to Albright on 11/9, which broke like a 20 game losing steak for the Lions. They did not play Stevenson or Del Val and did play Wilkes close in a 36-35 loss. Their opponents that they beat combined for 18 wins. Dips had a big W over Hopkins but followed up that W with back to back losses to Dickinson and Moravian. Misericordia played in a bowl last year and got absolutely murdered by Ursinus. These games can be hard to gauge....
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on November 23, 2019, 09:48:30 AM
Didn't realize the MIT-Muhlenberg connection:

QuoteNCAA Division III football playoffs: MIT at Muhlenberg features former teammates turned opposing head coaches


A few summers ago, Massachusetts Institute of Technology assistant football coach Brian Bubna came to Allentown with staffers to chalk talk with the Muhlenberg College coaches.

The MIT men toured the tranquil quads, the football facilities, the majestic dining hall.

Bubna (Hobart '04) felt at home breaking bread and breaking down blocking schemes with his former college teammate at Hobart College, Nate Milne (Hobart '03), an assistant on the Mules' staff.

Both were coaching under outstanding head coaches and happy trying to navigate Division III, where they'd once played on Hobart's first tournament teams.

Bubna's return to Scotty Wood Stadium Saturday at noon for an NCAA playoff game might not feel so collegial for the buddies who stay in contact during the season.

Read the full preview at this link:
https://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-spt-muhlenberg-football-mit-ncaa-20191122-n6wz5t3elze6leapcdnqfoupzm-story.html
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 23, 2019, 08:22:40 PM
Great pull, Joe Rock, love it!

Muhlenberg 38 MIT 0: Mules may have backed off in the 4th quarter based upon Joe's comments above. Brockport will be a stiff test this week

Susquehanna 88 Wilkes 24: 55-24 8:08 2Q. Resounding statement. Did they need to go for two to get 90? Hope that was a muffed snap and "FIRE" call.

Hopkins 51 Stevenson 28: Turning point, Mustangs cut it to 24-14 with 1:24 left in the half and allowed Blue Jays to go down and score another TD with just 9 seconds left to make it 30-14 and then a score at 9:14 of 3Q to make it 37-14 was the dagger.

F&M 31 Misericordia 13: Dips were in control the whole time and held the Cougars to 27 yards on the ground.

Another strong year by the CC overall (not as good as last year, but more than respectable) and the Mules are still going. The Centennial continues to soundly handle MAC foes. Congrats to all the seniors in their last hurrah.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: G-manWU on November 26, 2019, 12:50:27 AM
Quote from: The Mole on November 23, 2019, 08:22:40 PM
Great pull, Joe Rock, love it!

Muhlenberg 38 MIT 0: Mules may have backed off in the 4th quarter based upon Joe's comments above. Brockport will be a stiff test this week

Susquehanna 88 Wilkes 24: 55-24 8:08 2Q. Resounding statement. Did they need to go for two to get 90? Hope that was a muffed snap and "FIRE" call.

Hopkins 51 Stevenson 28: Turning point, Mustangs cut it to 24-14 with 1:24 left in the half and allowed Blue Jays to go down and score another TD with just 9 seconds left to make it 30-14 and then a score at 9:14 of 3Q to make it 37-14 was the dagger.

F&M 31 Misericordia 13: Dips were in control the whole time and held the Cougars to 27 yards on the ground.

Another strong year by the CC overall (not as good as last year, but more than respectable) and the Mules are still going. The Centennial continues to soundly handle MAC foes. Congrats to all the seniors in their last hurrah.

Hi folks, first time posting on the CC board for me. Longtime Wilkes fan here, worked for the program as a student in the 2004/05/06/07 season, been following the program ever since.

My thanks for the good vibes shown to Colonels on here since the bowl matchups were announced. For longtime fans, this season felt like a breath of fresh air, especially when you consider how far the team has come since going 0-10 two seasons ago.

I made the drive from Scranton to Selinsgrove on Saturday, was hoping it would be at least a little closer. But the River Hawks have a really talented team, no doubt they were worthy of being in the NCAA tournament.

Even with the lopsided score, I'm proud that the Colonels didn't give up. Susquehanna continued to bring it on defense even after posting 40+ points, and the Wilkes touchdowns were well-earned. It would have been easy to roll over and quit, so I'm glad the team kept plugging against a superior foe.

As for the 2-point attempt on the last SU touchdown, my view of the play was blocked by players on the Wilkes sideline. I certainly hope it wasn't a designed 2-point play, as the River Hawks more than made the statement they were looking for at that point.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 27, 2019, 07:18:08 AM
GMAN, quite a turnaround and a season to be proud of in W-B. The MAC became a power conference in D3 in the 80s with Widener and then Lycoming, Albright, Wilkes and Susky also had their turns. I think what has "hurt" is that you have 3 teams in W-B now with Kings, Wilkes and Misericordia. In any case, glad to see them back and have success like they did under Joe DiMelfi and Frank Sheptock.

Quote from: G-manWU on November 26, 2019, 12:50:27 AM
Quote from: The Mole on November 23, 2019, 08:22:40 PM
Great pull, Joe Rock, love it!

Muhlenberg 38 MIT 0: Mules may have backed off in the 4th quarter based upon Joe's comments above. Brockport will be a stiff test this week

Susquehanna 88 Wilkes 24: 55-24 8:08 2Q. Resounding statement. Did they need to go for two to get 90? Hope that was a muffed snap and "FIRE" call.

Hopkins 51 Stevenson 28: Turning point, Mustangs cut it to 24-14 with 1:24 left in the half and allowed Blue Jays to go down and score another TD with just 9 seconds left to make it 30-14 and then a score at 9:14 of 3Q to make it 37-14 was the dagger.

F&M 31 Misericordia 13: Dips were in control the whole time and held the Cougars to 27 yards on the ground.

Another strong year by the CC overall (not as good as last year, but more than respectable) and the Mules are still going. The Centennial continues to soundly handle MAC foes. Congrats to all the seniors in their last hurrah.

Hi folks, first time posting on the CC board for me. Longtime Wilkes fan here, worked for the program as a student in the 2004/05/06/07 season, been following the program ever since.

My thanks for the good vibes shown to Colonels on here since the bowl matchups were announced. For longtime fans, this season felt like a breath of fresh air, especially when you consider how far the team has come since going 0-10 two seasons ago.

I made the drive from Scranton to Selinsgrove on Saturday, was hoping it would be at least a little closer. But the River Hawks have a really talented team, no doubt they were worthy of being in the NCAA tournament.

Even with the lopsided score, I'm proud that the Colonels didn't give up. Susquehanna continued to bring it on defense even after posting 40+ points, and the Wilkes touchdowns were well-earned. It would have been easy to roll over and quit, so I'm glad the team kept plugging against a superior foe.

As for the 2-point attempt on the last SU touchdown, my view of the play was blocked by players on the Wilkes sideline. I certainly hope it wasn't a designed 2-point play, as the River Hawks more than made the statement they were looking for at that point.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on November 29, 2019, 11:12:56 AM
Brockport @ Muhlenberg: Mules get a redoubtable Golden Eagles squad Saturday in Allentown. Expect the home team to advance but it will not be a cakewalk. The E8 champs have shown resiliency all year and have played a tough schedule. The victor gets winner of Union and Salisbury.

Hope everyone had an enjoyable Thanksgiving with family, friends and loved ones.

Gotta love playoff football.....
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on December 01, 2019, 10:45:35 AM
In case you want a little bit more about yesterday's game than Muhlenberg "won big in second round action", here's the recap of yesterday's game.  Brockport was quite stout along both lines and their linebackers were very fast. Mules kept after the running game, even though it wasn't easy and eventually put up 124 yards rushing against a defense that had been allowing 27 yards a game. They just made plays in the passing game-Curtiss and Daniel made some incredible catches and Hnatkowski was terrific even when he was under pressure. They were really good on defense as Brockport never made it past the Muhlenberg 40.  It was 42-0 but the Golden Eagles put up a fight the whole way. They were very physical-didn't seem that lopsided until you looked closer at what was happening. Muhlenberg is a deceptively good team. Nothing fancy, they just beat you.

QuoteFootball Rolls into Quarterfinals

The Muhlenberg football team flexed its muscles on defense again, shutting out Brockport 42-0 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

The fourth-ranked Mules (12-0) set a school record with their 12th win of the season and advanced to the quarterfinals to play at Salisbury, a 62-41 winner vs. Union, in the quarterfinals.

One week after blanking MIT, 38-0, Muhlenberg hung another zero, becoming the first team in the history of the Division III playoffs (dating to 1973) to record shutouts in each of the first two rounds.

Muhlenberg allowed 184 total yards, including only 71 on 21 passing attempts. The Golden Eagles (9-3) took only six snaps inside Mule territory, none inside the 40, and they resulted in a total of -5 net yards.

Junior Joshua Barnett (pictured above) was one of 12 Mules to record a tackle for loss, finishing with a pair of sacks among his six stops. Seniors Dante Lonardo and Mickey Kober also made multiple stops behind the line of scrimmage.

The back-to-back shutouts were the first for the Mules since 2012.

Meanwhile, behind record-breaking performances by junior Michael Hnatkowsky and senior Ryan Curtiss, the offense picked apart a Brockport defense that ranked in the top 10 in Division III in rushing defense (first), total defense (fifth) and pass efficiency defense (ninth).

Hnatkowsky completed 18 of 30 passes for 243 yards and five touchdowns, tying the school record for TD passes in a game for the fourth time this season. With at least one game remaining in his junior season, he now holds the Centennial Conference career mark with 93 touchdown passes.

Curtiss caught eight passes for 107 yards and two touchdowns, adding a third TD running out of the wildcat formation in the fourth quarter. He broke the CC and school record for career receptions by a tight end (141) and also tied the school record of 14 touchdown catches in a season.

Senior Todd Spirt also made history, booting all six extra points to become the CC all-time leader in points scored by a kicker (286).

Muhlenberg took the opening kickoff and was forced to punt after gaining one first down. On the punt, the bouncing ball hit one of the Brockport players and was recovered at the 19-yard line by sophomore John Washington.

It was the lone turnover of the game, but it set the stage for what was to come.

Two plays after the fumble, Hnatkowsky connected with Curtiss on a 6-yard score.

Later in the quarter, completions of 12 and 22 yards to Curtiss set up the second touchdown, a 17-yard pass from Hnatkowsky to junior Mitch Daniel.

Trailing 14-0, the Golden Eagles elected to go for it near midfield with 1:03 left in the first quarter, and junior Nick Sirico broke up the pass. Nine plays and 51 yards later, it was Hnatkowsky to Curtiss from 17 yards out to make it 21-0.

Curtiss had seven catches for 100 yards in the first half alone. Daniel, who hauled in a 41-yard scoring pass in the third quarter, narrowly missed a 100-yard game, catching five balls for 99 yards.

Senior Chris Hillburn also caught a touchdown pass to cap a 13-play, 74-yard drive that featured conversions on third-and 13 and third-and-14 against a Brockport defense that was holding opponents to a 20.5-percent conversion rate on third down.

Junior James Diggs rushed for a game-high 76 yards on only 12 carries to lead a rushing attack that gained 124 yards – 97 more than the Eagles' average entering the game.

https://muhlenbergsports.com/news/2019/11/30/football-rolls-into-quarterfinals.aspx
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on December 01, 2019, 07:43:07 PM
Great summary Joe Rock, thanks for the update.

Mules head down to Salisbury in a matchup of teams that are a combined 24-0. They are the first team to pitch shutouts in the first two weeks of the playoffs. They surrendered just 26 points in November. The Seagulls option attack could be tough to simulate game speed at practice this week and may take them a half to adjust. Can the home team slow down the Allentown offense? Should be a great contest.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on December 04, 2019, 04:03:54 PM

DE Frankie Feaster and TE Ryan Curtiss of Muhlenberg and DB Danial Shelton of Susquehanna representing the Centennial Conference on the 2019 AFCA All-American team.  https://www.afca.com/st-johns-jackson-erdmann-and-lake-forests-jordan-mcinerney-headline-the-2019-afca-division-iii-coaches-all-america-teams/  Three great players.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on December 05, 2019, 11:20:43 AM
The Mules are firing on all cylinders so far in the playoffs.  This is the first time any team has thrown two shutouts in the first 2 rounds of the D3 playoffs.  This is probably the Mules best year since they won the mythical small college national championship in 1946 by defeating St. Bonaventure in the Tobacco Bowl.  https://www.mcall.com/news/mc-xpm-2006-12-14-3695186-story.html
Saturday's game against Salisbury should be a wang dang doodle!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on December 05, 2019, 12:30:07 PM
Wang dang doodle! Slobberknocker!

Anyway, welcome back to the board!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on December 05, 2019, 02:54:13 PM
Most career touchdown passes by active juniors in all NCAA divisions-Three of the top 5 are from D3, including #1.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B5s8rwbnWAH/
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on December 06, 2019, 11:30:40 AM
Preview of tomorrow's quarterfinal game in Salisbury between the Mules and the Sea Gulls (you've got to love D3 mascots!)

QuoteFootball vs. Salisbury NCAA Playoff Preview

One week after handling one of the top defenses in Division III, the Muhlenberg football team will take on one of the top offenses.

The fourth-ranked Mules (12-0) travel to Maryland to face sixth-ranked Salisbury (11-0) in a NCAA quarterfinal game on Saturday at noon. The winner advances to face the winner of the Delaware Valley-North Central game in the semifinals.

helpful links: game information | Salisbury campus map | live video | live stats

Muhlenberg is the first team in the history of the Division III playoffs to win by shutout in each of the first two rounds. The Mules blanked MIT, 38-0, in the first round, before advancing to the quarterfinals for the second straight year with a 42-0 shutout of Brockport, which came in with the top rushing defense in the NCAA.

A shutout will be hard to come by against the Sea Gulls, who are third in Division III in scoring at 51.1 points per game. A high-powered triple-option attack that averages 343.0 rushing yards per game has led Salisbury to wins of 83-0 (against Maritime) and 62-41 (against previously undefeated Union) in the NCAA Tournament.

The Sea Gulls have been held under 40 points just once in their last eight games.

The Mules are third in Division III in scoring defense, allowing only 9.8 points per game, and have given up a total of 33 points in their last six games. Muhlenberg also is 10th in rushing defense and total defense and 14th in pass efficiency defense.

The Muhlenberg offense has also been on a roll, scoring at least 40 points in seven of its last nine games. Despite giving up 41 points to Union, Salisbury is ninth in Division III in rushing defense and 25th in total defense.

The teams have met twice previously, both in the postseason. In the 2007 NCAA Tournament, Muhlenberg scored 10 points in the final five minutes for a 31-21 win. In the 2013 ECAC South Atlantic Bowl, Salisbury stopped a two-point conversion with 24 seconds left to hang on for a 21-19 win.

Salisbury, the New Jersey Athletic Conference champion, and Muhlenberg, the Centennial Conference champion, have one common opponent in TCNJ. The Mules won 45-26 in their season opener in a game that was 42-7 late in the third quarter. The Sea Gulls won 62-20 last month in a game that was 48-14 at halftime.

https://muhlenbergsports.com/news/2019/12/6/football-vs-salisbury-ncaa-playoff-preview.aspx
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on December 07, 2019, 05:40:51 PM
Congrats to Muhlenberg on a great game,  your defense played very well. You dictated the game on all fronts from start to finish.  Good luck in the Semis.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on December 08, 2019, 11:44:55 AM
Muhlenberg hosting North Central at noon on Saturday. Game to be televised on ESPN3 (and I think the other semifinal as well). Pretty cool experience for the players, coaches, fans, alums and institutions. Mules are the only remaining unbeaten squad left (kudos to Middlebury for finishing 9-0, still curious how NESCAC would fare with limited rosters, etc.) and have only surrendered 8 points in the bracket.

Appears to be a matchup of North Central and a gunslinger QB and a stingy Mules D, but these teams have not gotten here by accident and are not one dimensional in any facet of the game. Regardless of the outcome, an awesome season for both teams. As a PA resident who almost attended Muhlenberg and being located an hour away, I am pulling for them. Just want to see a great game that may help educate "those that are not aware" how good football is at this level.

Final comment, with two Pool C teams left, the committee got it right. Not to beat a dead horse, I wonder how Susquehanna may have done, as their only blemish was a 24-17 OT loss in Allentown. Further evidence how difficult it is to win your league and get the opportunity. Good luck to all the remaining semifinalists!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on December 08, 2019, 01:20:10 PM
Should be a great game in Allentown. The best team the Mules have seen all season coming to town. I'm no prognosticator but I believe it will likely be a one score game either way. (35-31, 38-35, something like that) You'll get your $10 worth if you attend. Mules playing with house money (although I'm sure they don't see it that way) at this point. They're a sneaky good team that doesn't bludgeon you, they're just real sound in every aspect of the game. Although 17 points allowed over the last 5 games does tend to get your attention. Centennial teams in the semis two years in a row-great for the conference.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on December 08, 2019, 02:20:38 PM
In some ways, Muhlenberg reminds me of service academy (Army Navy Air Force) teams.

Athletically capable, but very very smart and disciplined, executing to a high degree of perfection...
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: rlk on December 08, 2019, 07:12:28 PM
As an MIT alum (and fan), rooting for Muhlenberg to go all the way.  And I know that I'm not the only one with that view.  Good luck against North Central!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: BerryCollegeFan on December 09, 2019, 09:35:06 AM
Muhlenberg is playing very well.  This next game looks to be a good match-up.  Can't wait to see it.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on December 09, 2019, 09:58:00 AM
Highlights of the Salisbury game w/ post game interviews.   https://youtu.be/dQ3KNAi1UWQ
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: 69mule on December 09, 2019, 10:19:22 AM
Question:  If the Mules were ranked higher than Salisbury how did the Sea Gulls get a top seed ahead of MC?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on December 09, 2019, 10:21:25 AM
The NCAA uses the NCAA regional rankings to rank teams, not the D3football.com Top 25.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on December 12, 2019, 07:50:47 AM
This is a big deal for a little school like Muhlenberg.  If you've been there, you know it's a great place to see a game, but the stadium only holds about 3,000-probably goes to about 5,000 when you account for people standing around the field and on the terrace behind the Life-Sports center.  Looks like a rainy day-that may keep the numbers down. 

North Central folks traveling to Allentown should take note that parking is limited and will be more limited because of restrictions on Liberty Street and the campus lots near the stadium. Many of the other campus lots should be available however since Friday is the last day of finals and a lot of the students will be clearing out. No matter where you park on campus it won't be much of a walk to the field-the school is pretty compact. Too bad the weather is going to be nasty because it is a very nice campus to visit.

QuoteMuhlenberg vs. North Central: Final Four football coming to Allentown

Last fall the Muhlenberg football team experienced big-time Division III football when it traveled to Ohio to face perennial power Mount Union in the NCAA quarterfinals.

The Mules took a 7-0 lead before falling 38-10 to a program with 13 football national titles. Had they won, the Mules would have advanced to the national semifinals for an ESPN game against Centennial Conference rival Johns Hopkins.

A year later, the Mules are 13-0 and in the national semifinals for the first time. On Saturday they host North Central College of Illinois (noon, ESPN3).

Final Four football is coming to Allentown.

"I think it will be exciting for our students and our campus," coach Nate Milne said. "It's finals week for all of our students, so we're trying to figure out practice times and everything."

And figure out if everyone will fit in Scotty Wood Stadium, which holds 3,000. Muhlenberg has never hosted a national semifinal game. The soccer program hosted games to reach the semifinals in 1995 and 2014.

"We've had games where it's been packed," sports information director Mike Falk said. "I think we can get a lot more in there with people standing along the fence."

Fourth-ranked Muhlenberg is the lone unbeaten left and the highest-ranking team remaining. Top three seeds Mary Hardin-Baylor — the defending national champion — Mount Union, and Wheaton all have fallen.

Fifth-ranked North Central (11-1) outdueled Mount Union two rounds ago, 59-52. On Saturday the Cardinals beat Delaware Valley College 31-14 to reach the semis.

"This will be a wonderful week," Milne said. "It should be a great game."

North Central averages 53 points and 335 passing yards per game, but Muhlenberg advanced to the semifinals with shutout wins over MIT and Brockport and a 24-8 victory at triple-option Salisbury, which came in averaging more than 50 points a game.

"North Central is more of a traditional style offense that you see in 2019," Milne said. "What jumps off the screen when you watch them on film is their team speed. They play with a tenacity that mirrors what we play with."

The other D-III semifinal, St. John's of Minnesota at Wisconsin-Whitewater, will air on ESPN3 at 3 p.m.

The championship is Friday, Dec. 20, at 8 p.m. on ESPNU in the 47th Amos Alonzo Stagg Bowl at Woodforest Bank Stadium in Shenandoah, Texas.

https://www.mcall.com/sports/college/mc-spt-muhlenberg-north-central-20191208-l7do7kspv5hizcnplnxq24p32q-story.html?outputType=amp#nt=taboola-feed
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: wesleydad on December 12, 2019, 10:52:18 AM
Quote from: Joe Rockhead on December 12, 2019, 07:50:47 AM
This is a big deal for a little school like Muhlenberg.  If you've been there, you know it's a great place to see a game, but the stadium only holds about 3,000-probably goes to about 5,000 when you account for people standing around the field and on the terrace behind the Life-Sports center.  Looks like a rainy day-that may keep the numbers down. 

North Central folks traveling to Allentown should take note that parking is limited and will be more limited because of restrictions on Liberty Street and the campus lots near the stadium. Many of the other campus lots should be available however since Friday is the last day of finals and a lot of the students will be clearing out. No matter where you park on campus it won't be much of a walk to the field-the school is pretty compact. Too bad the weather is going to be nasty because it is a very nice campus to visit.

I remember visiting Muhlenberg in the 2005 - 08 timeframe.  The visitor stands are small and hard to actually see the game from.  The home side is nice.  We parked on the streets behind the home stands back then, I figure it is still ok to do so.  As far as the game goes, this looks like a repeat of the NCC/Del Val game.  Can Muhlenberg limit the big plays and make NCC go on long drives?  If they can they have a chance.  My concern would be can Muhlenberg score enough to win the game.  I think the offense is better than Del Val's and if they can control the clock with nice drives this game is going to be a good one.  I was thinking about attending but the forecasted rain will cancel that idea.  Good luck this week.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ice Bear on December 12, 2019, 11:09:58 AM
Ice Bear thinks a lot of NCC but would really love to see the Jack-Asses pull this one out. Ice was so impressed with what he saw against Salisbury and feels like parts and/or most of PA certainly has an "east region" feel. He also remembers the Mules coming up to Shocktown years back to play Ice's beloved Dutchmen. IB is hoping for a competitive injury free game for both of these excellent D3 football teams!

Let's ****ing go Jack-Asses!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: wally_wabash on December 12, 2019, 11:18:40 AM
Neither semifinal went reached 3,000 spectators last year.  Semifinals at UMHB in 2016 (vs. Mount Union) and 2017 (vs. Brockport) did go over 3,000, but that's UMHB for you.  I think it's awesome that Muhlenberg has earned this opportunity to host a semifinal game for the first time in their history and I hope that they figure out how to exceed capacity.  Looking forward to a great game on Saturday!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: jmcozenlaw on December 14, 2019, 12:42:24 PM
21 - 0 with 5 minutes left in the first quarter. I said it all week, had Nigro not fumbled at the 10 and made it a 24 - 21 game..................and had DelVal pulled off the miracle and beat North Central on the road, I would have LOVED their chances at Muhlenberg. Absolutely loved their chances!

I honestly do believe that DelVal had a better defense than Muhlenberg. They gave up 31 for the entire game (on the road) and Muhlenberg has already given up 21.

Ah, what could have been. Woulda. Coulda. Shoulda. Horseshoes and hand grenades (for those enough to remember that reference) ;)
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Hooper22 on December 14, 2019, 07:11:17 PM
That is awesome JWC..   Absolutely loved the pick 6 last year at DelVal..   It is what it is.. Congrats to NCC for a great game!   They deserve to move on..

BTW.  loved your pick of DeSales (3-3) as the best team in Philly in D3 Hoops.   May go 3-4 with a game against Scranton on Monday...  maybe not.   They are the class of a down MAC Freedom and should win that Conference easily moving forward. 

Also-  Loved the DelVal Hoops Coaches tour of Maryland JUCO this early Fall with trips to Hammond CC, Harford CC, Chesapeake CC, Cecil CC and CCBC.    He called it the "Maryland JUCO tour".  No issue with transfers like you advocate on the hoops board.  Some conferences and Colleges do not have this option nor do they go down that road. It doesn't make them "better", they just cant get those men into the school academically.  That is their schools choice.    Doesn't mean those men  wont succeed when given an opportunity, like your CPA example at DelVal.

Good luck to Swarthmore, DeSales and Scranton football next year..   They all should be better!   :: ;D

Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on February 04, 2020, 02:55:41 PM
Another of Coach Donnely's disciples heads off be a head coach.  This time it's Josh Carter leaving Muhlenberg to take over at Juniata.

QuoteHUNTINGDON, Pa.- The Juniata College Athletics Department is pleased to announce the hiring of Josh Carter as the 23rd head coach of the football team. He brings over a decade of coaching experience to Juniata.   

"We feel Josh is one of the top young coaches in the country and the absolute right person to take the reins of our football program at this moment in time," said Athletics Director and Head Men's Basketball coach Greg Curley. "His experience in helping lead one of the top Division III football programs in the country, at a highly selective academic institution; his background as a proven recruiter, coach, and teacher; his commitment to developing the entire student-athlete both on and off the field; his passion and vision for Juniata football combined with his character and values-based leadership philosophy; align perfectly with our priorities and expectations for our football program."   

Coach Carter spent the past six years as the special team's coordinator, as well as the quarterbacks and wide receiver coach at Muhlenberg College, his alma mater. He was responsible for coordinating all facets of the kicking game, including: playbook, installation, scouting, personnel, and scheme. He also coached the QB's wide receivers as well as assisted the offensive coordinator in all facets of the offense. The team was 58-13 while he was on staff, rewriting the school and conference record books. Muhlenberg won an ECAC Championship in 2017, made the NCAA Elite Eight and was Centennial Conference Co-Champions in 2018, and this past season went 13-1 on their way to the NCAA DIII Semifinals while also winning a conference championship.

In 2018, Michael Hnatkowsky broke the school record for touchdown passes in a season with 31 TD tosses. In 2017, Hnatkowsky set the conference record for passing yardage and touchdowns by a freshman QB. In 2016, kick returner Nick Lamb led the conference in kickoff returns and was a D3fotballl Third Team All-American, the first since Carter himself. During his six years, Carter's position groups featured 11 all-conference selections, two Players of the Year, and one All-American. 

"Coming to Juniata is the realization of a dream for me. I can't say thank you enough for the support that has been given to me by family and friends throughout my life that have led me to this point," said Carter. "I'd like to thank President Troha, Greg Curley, and the search committee for the opportunity to head a new era of Juniata Football. I'd also like to thank my Muhlenberg family for everything. Without all of the players, coaches, staff and administrative support over my playing and coaching career,  I would not be standing where I am today."

Carter also spent time as a safeties coach at Fordham University and as a wide receivers coach at Lafayette College in the mid-2000s.

Carter was an exceptional two-sport athlete in his time at Muhlenberg, as he was a standout football and baseball player. A three-year All-American, he was named to the All-Centennial Conference first team five times (three as a kick returner and two as a wide receiver) and was CC Offensive Player of the Year in 2000. He has also put together a stellar baseball career, where he hit .348, stole a school-record 86 bases, and pitched a no-hitter. Carter was inducted into the Muhlenberg College Athletic Hall of Fame in 2007 and was named to the D3Football All-Decade team in 2011.

Carter is the first African-American head coach of the Juniata football program and the third to lead a Centennial Conference football team.

"I think it's great, knowing that we are getting these opportunities, and it is nice to enter into the club with Coach Banks (Gettysburg College) and join Coach White (McDaniel College)," said Carter. "It shows that the Centennial is making great strides, that there are people of color who are more than qualified and ready to take on the responsibly of being the face of a program. It shows that we are entering into the next phase of progress for people from underrepresented communities becoming head football coaches."

https://www.juniatasports.net/sports/fball/2019-20/releases/20200203r9uu1m
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on July 07, 2020, 12:18:43 PM
Looks like the Centennial Conference will be calling off the season-maybe playing a conference only schedule in the Spring, maybe...oh well.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on July 07, 2020, 03:17:47 PM
Quote from: Joe Rockhead on July 07, 2020, 12:18:43 PM
Looks like the Centennial Conference will be calling off the season-maybe playing a conference only schedule in the Spring, maybe...oh well.
Yep. Just saw that as well. It's on the centennial's twitter.
Just a conference slate still means 9/10 games.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Dave 'd-mac' McHugh on July 07, 2020, 03:57:13 PM
Quote from: Joe Rockhead on July 07, 2020, 12:18:43 PM
Looks like the Centennial Conference will be calling off the season-maybe playing a conference only schedule in the Spring, maybe...oh well.

Considering the national powerhouses the Centennial has for lacrosse programs (both DIII and DI) ... a spring football schedule even five or so games against conference opponents is going to be rather challenging.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: TheOsprey on July 07, 2020, 05:49:48 PM
ESPN - reporting All Centennial conf. Fall sports suspended. ::)
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Dave 'd-mac' McHugh on July 07, 2020, 06:34:01 PM
Quote from: TheOsprey on July 07, 2020, 05:49:48 PM
ESPN - reporting All Centennial conf. Fall sports suspended. ::)

Yeah ... not helping my old stomping grounds screwed this up as well ... even after I told them they had it wrong.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: jmcozenlaw on July 07, 2020, 10:13:30 PM
What a scheduling mess many schools are dealing with. By the hour..........and with number 3 pencil (the youngsters are wondering what that means) ;)
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: bill on July 07, 2020, 10:53:33 PM
My oldest will be attending a Centennial school (hopefully in person) this fall. We got the letter as well...he's a spring athlete, but I am hopeful they will start having non traditional practices later in the fall. His email had a statement in it about the conference assessing "sport-specific" activities at the end of Sept...
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Dave 'd-mac' McHugh on July 08, 2020, 05:10:36 PM
Quote from: jmcozenlaw on July 07, 2020, 10:13:30 PM
What a scheduling mess many schools are dealing with. By the hour..........and with number 3 pencil (the youngsters are wondering what that means) ;)

Wasn't it a number two pencil?!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on July 08, 2020, 09:11:50 PM
Quote from: Dave 'd-mac' McHugh on July 07, 2020, 03:57:13 PM
Quote from: Joe Rockhead on July 07, 2020, 12:18:43 PM
Looks like the Centennial Conference will be calling off the season-maybe playing a conference only schedule in the Spring, maybe...oh well.

Considering the national powerhouses the Centennial has for lacrosse programs (both DIII and DI) ... a spring football schedule even five or so games against conference opponents is going to be rather challenging.
They can do it. They handle successful soccer and field hockey programs with football normally. Lax may need to move a match to Sunday or something. It'll be extra work to pull off for sure, but not something they can't handle.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Dave 'd-mac' McHugh on July 09, 2020, 03:40:54 PM
Quote from: njf1003 on July 08, 2020, 09:11:50 PM
Quote from: Dave 'd-mac' McHugh on July 07, 2020, 03:57:13 PM
Quote from: Joe Rockhead on July 07, 2020, 12:18:43 PM
Looks like the Centennial Conference will be calling off the season-maybe playing a conference only schedule in the Spring, maybe...oh well.

Considering the national powerhouses the Centennial has for lacrosse programs (both DIII and DI) ... a spring football schedule even five or so games against conference opponents is going to be rather challenging.
They can do it. They handle successful soccer and field hockey programs with football normally. Lax may need to move a match to Sunday or something. It'll be extra work to pull off for sure, but not something they can't handle.

You are only considering games. On that token, football moves to Friday night before they start stealing from lacrosse games on Saturdays. Also, there are teams in this region that won't play on Sundays.

But games are the tip of the iceberg. There are practices to try and manage on limited fields. Johns Hopkins basically has one field. Do tell me how they are to manage two soccers, field hockey, two lacrosses, and football practices during a week (remember, there are also mid-week games for all but football) on one field? And being it is turf and any other field is grass, unless they are playing on another grass field that week it isn't practical. Not a lot of schools have the field access to be able to have all teams have practices when they need NOR is it fair to have teams practicing on fields that won't prepare them for their upcoming games.

Also, there is locker room space. At Hopkins, lacrosse has their own facilities, but the rest have to share facilities. I am pretty sure there isn't going to be enough locker room space especially considering you might be coming off winter sports that are using locker rooms until March as well.

Then there are training staffs. There aren't enough trainers to handle all of those practices and all of those games at the same time - especially when lacrosse and football need multiple trainers per game/practice usually. And god forbid COVID is still rampant and social distancing is still needed because then that means either limited people in the training room and half of the training tables able to be used, or it means taking over locker rooms (as one school as described to me their plan) which hampers the ability to use locker rooms for teams.

Then you get to game-day operations. How many games in one day is too many? I worked at Stevenson where in the fall having a football game followed by a soccer game followed by another soccer or a field hockey game happened a few Saturdays in the fall and was just about the worst day imaginable. Game day staffs tend to be heavily student involved. Do you have enough students to do this? Do you have enough staff? Of course staff tends to double-dip with their other jobs. Those who work lacrosse games are coaches in the fall and vis versa. How do you do things when staff are busy with their own teams? Can you realistically have game day staff available for all those events all week long? And moving games to other days to lessen the burden of one day now hampers the ability for teams to practice because the field is spoken for.

And of course there are sports information departments. They are already overworked in a "normal" year. Now you expect them to be able to do solid work when covering nearly every sport a department has ... at the same time? That means live stream coverage, live stats, writing stories, updating season stats, keeping things up to date, dealing with media, prepping for games, the list is exhausting.

I never even mentioned the athletes who might participate in one sport in the fall and another in the spring. That option is now gone.

While it may seem easy to move around dates of games, the logistics of having fall sports in the spring is pretty daunting. Schools are losing money so far in this at incredible rates. Throwing money at the 'problem' just isn't going to fly or could it be an option. This isn't easy especially at DIII institutions and thus why I say often ... I don't see this happening.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: jmcozenlaw on July 09, 2020, 09:17:07 PM
Quote from: Dave 'd-mac' McHugh on July 08, 2020, 05:10:36 PM
Quote from: jmcozenlaw on July 07, 2020, 10:13:30 PM
What a scheduling mess many schools are dealing with. By the hour..........and with number 3 pencil (the youngsters are wondering what that means) ;)

Wasn't it a number two pencil?!

;)
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: erwinsto on December 11, 2020, 12:07:57 PM
Nothing new in this announcement regarding football unless I'm missing something. Revisit spring options in January.

https://twitter.com/CentennialConf/status/1337109962565234690?s=19
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: UfanBill on September 14, 2021, 05:51:56 PM
Is anybody out there ??? With the new NCAA region alignments the CC is now in Region 2 with the E8, LL and NJAC. With that comes a responsibility to step up the comments on this board, right? I see the CC board has not had a comment since last December. Pat and his crew give us a forum for our opinions. Does anyone have anything to say about their favorite CC team?  What do you think of being in Region 2? Does it matter?  Let's hear something from the CC.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Former CAC Coach on September 15, 2021, 10:41:54 AM
Agree that the CC board has been weak....Not sure why there is no chatter or digs at other schools, when it has 3 of the top 38 teams in the national poll....
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: erwinsto on September 18, 2021, 11:40:29 PM
That Muhlenburg loss today was pretty surprising. Sounds like Ursinus played a great game after being beat pretty soundly the previous week.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on September 19, 2021, 09:38:40 PM
Quote from: erwinsto on September 18, 2021, 11:40:29 PM
That Muhlenburg loss today was pretty surprising. Sounds like Ursinus played a great game after being beat pretty soundly the previous week.

I watch that Ursinus vs. Johns Hopkins game and I think aside from that horrible 2nd quarter, where Ursinus had a couple turnover on downs and turnovers that saw a 21-14 game with 5 minutes left in 2nd  go to 42-14. I think both teams were fairly even early on. I think a questionable 4 down attempt in the 1st quarter led to a momentum shift that carried over into 2nd quarter for Johns Hopkins that they never relinquish. Don't get me wrong, Johns Hopkins defense stepped up on the critical 4th down attempts and the offense made some explosive plays, so kudos to them. They are looking like the #1 team in Region 2 IMHO. I think you could possibly see a 4-way tie in the CC this year, between Susquehanna, Johns Hopkins, Ursinus, and Muhlenberg. I think people are forgetting about Susquehanna after their closs win against a pesky Franklin & Marshall team. Ursinus and Johns Hopkins plays F&M in consecutive weeks, respectively. We shall see over the next two weeks if Ursinus is really good as they face both F&M and Susquehanna, respectively. I think all these teams are very good. Although, I think both Johns Hopkins and Muhlenberg should be much higher in the Top 25, I think it will settle itself out by year's end. Although, I think this conference is strong enough to be a two bid league, I think Susquehanna and Johns Hopkins have the best case this year as their OOC games were against 2-1 Lycoming and albeit a winless Stevenson team, respectively, but are surely enough to make it on Region 1 regional rankings if each win out. Stevenson finishing 7-3 and/or Lycoming winning the league or finishing 8-2.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: erwinsto on September 19, 2021, 10:57:07 PM
Definitely agree regarding that questionable choice to go for it on fourth down so early. That really shifted the game. Their offense was playing pretty well up to that point but it was all down hill from there. I thought their offense was good/balanced. Interested to see Susquehanna and Muhlenburg in person.
Title: Thoughts on Season thus far
Post by: erwinsto on October 14, 2021, 10:04:42 AM
Has it gone as you expected, surprised by the results? Thoughts on how it will play out including playoff spots? Any way that the conference gets two spots this year?
Title: Re: Thoughts on Season thus far
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on October 14, 2021, 11:25:38 AM
Quote from: erwinsto on October 14, 2021, 10:04:42 AM
Has it gone as you expected, surprised by the results? Thoughts on how it will play out including playoff spots? Any way that the conference gets two spots this year?
Responding to your question with my breakout of both R1/R2, that is posted weekly in R1 section. The only surprise result(s) for me is Muhlenberg's loss to Ursinus and although the record may not show, Dickinson three losses are to teams that are a combined 14-2, losing by an average margin of 16. They have some key matchups late and if John's Hopkins survives it's matchups against Muhlenberg and Susquehanna over the next two/three weeks, it can't overlook this Dickinson team. Now, to answer your last question, it depends on multiple factors because currently Susquehanna has a current SOS ranked 74 and will get better as they play both JH and Muhleberg later in the season. Additionally, Susquehanna will want Lycoming  to finish the season with 7/8 wins. As for John's Hopkins, Stevenson is currently 0-5 and could easily finish 5-5, but could only finish with 2/3 wins and currently have a SOS rank of 196. Muhlenberg current SOS rank is 142, which will improve as the season progresses, but will need TCNJ, which is 3-2 and tied atop the NJAC to finish with 7/8 wins, which is not unrealistic as the NJAC has been flipped upside down this year sans Salisbury. I think Susquehanna has the best case with how the MAC has been performing and Lycoming probably being ranked in R1. Another case would be for the committee to be very subjective when selecting at-large teams, which they have the ability to.
Quote from: FANOFD3 on October 10, 2021, 10:27:03 PM
My updated Regional Rankings
R1:
1. Delaware Valley (5-0) (1-0) - Key Win - Lycoming (3-2)
2. Merchant Marine (5-0) (1-0) - Key Win - FDU-Florham (4-1)
3. Wilkes (5-0) (0-0)
4. FDU-Florham (4-1) (0-1) - Key Win - Widener (5-1)
5. Widener (5-1) (0-1) - Key Loss - FDU-Florham (4-1)
6. Catholic (3-2) (1-1) - Key Win - Endicott (5-1)
7. Endicott (5-1) (0-1) Key Win - St. Lawrence
8. Lycoming (4-2) (0-2) Key Losses - Delaware Valley (5-0), Susquehanna (5-0
9. Salve Regina (5-1) (0-0) Key Win - UNE (3-2)
10. Bridgewater State (4-2) (0-0) - Key Loss - Ithaca (5-0)

R2.
1. Ithaca (5-0) (2-0) Key Win(s) - Hobart (4-1), Brockport (3-2), Bridgewater State (4-2)
2. Union (5-0) (1-0)  - Key Win(s) - Utica (4-1), St. Lawrence (3-2)
3. Susquehanna (5-0) (1-0) Key Win(s) - Lycoming (4-2), Ursinus  (3-2)
4. Cortland (5-0) (0-0) - Key Win(s) - Brockport (3-2), TCNJ (3-2)
5. Johns Hopkins  (5-0) (0-0) - Key Win(s) - Ursinus (3-2)
6. RPI (6-0) (0-0)
7. Salisbury (3-1) (0-1) Key Loss - UW-W (5-0)
8. Hobart (4-1) (0-1) Key Loss - Ithaca (5-0)
9. Utica (4-1) (0-1) Key Loss - Union (5-0)
10. Muhlenberg (4-1) (0-0) - Key Win(s) - TCNJ (3-2)

Key Wins - Teams above .500

Here is my updated bracket - officepoolstop.com/Brackets/35411
Title: Re: Thoughts on Season thus far
Post by: erwinsto on October 15, 2021, 10:14:26 AM
Quote from: FANOFD3 on October 14, 2021, 11:25:38 AM
Quote from: erwinsto on October 14, 2021, 10:04:42 AM
Has it gone as you expected, surprised by the results? Thoughts on how it will play out including playoff spots? Any way that the conference gets two spots this year?
Responding to your question with my breakout of both R1/R2, that is posted weekly in R1 section. The only surprise result(s) for me is Muhlenberg's loss to Ursinus and although the record may not show, Dickinson three losses are to teams that are a combined 14-2, losing by an average margin of 16. They have some key matchups late and if John's Hopkins survives it's matchups against Muhlenberg and Susquehanna over the next two/three weeks, it can't overlook this Dickinson team. Now, to answer your last question, it depends on multiple factors because currently Susquehanna has a current SOS ranked 74 and will get better as they play both JH and Muhleberg later in the season. Additionally, Susquehanna will want Lycoming  to finish the season with 7/8 wins. As for John's Hopkins, Stevenson is currently 0-5 and could easily finish 5-5, but could only finish with 2/3 wins and currently have a SOS rank of 196. Muhlenberg current SOS rank is 142, which will improve as the season progresses, but will need TCNJ, which is 3-2 and tied atop the NJAC to finish with 7/8 wins, which is not unrealistic as the NJAC has been flipped upside down this year sans Salisbury. I think Susquehanna has the best case with how the MAC has been performing and Lycoming probably being ranked in R1. Another case would be for the committee to be very subjective when selecting at-large teams, which they have the ability to.
Quote from: FANOFD3 on October 10, 2021, 10:27:03 PM
My updated Regional Rankings
R1:
1. Delaware Valley (5-0) (1-0) - Key Win - Lycoming (3-2)
2. Merchant Marine (5-0) (1-0) - Key Win - FDU-Florham (4-1)
3. Wilkes (5-0) (0-0)
4. FDU-Florham (4-1) (0-1) - Key Win - Widener (5-1)
5. Widener (5-1) (0-1) - Key Loss - FDU-Florham (4-1)
6. Catholic (3-2) (1-1) - Key Win - Endicott (5-1)
7. Endicott (5-1) (0-1) Key Win - St. Lawrence
8. Lycoming (4-2) (0-2) Key Losses - Delaware Valley (5-0), Susquehanna (5-0
9. Salve Regina (5-1) (0-0) Key Win - UNE (3-2)
10. Bridgewater State (4-2) (0-0) - Key Loss - Ithaca (5-0)

R2.
1. Ithaca (5-0) (2-0) Key Win(s) - Hobart (4-1), Brockport (3-2), Bridgewater State (4-2)
2. Union (5-0) (1-0)  - Key Win(s) - Utica (4-1), St. Lawrence (3-2)
3. Susquehanna (5-0) (1-0) Key Win(s) - Lycoming (4-2), Ursinus  (3-2)
4. Cortland (5-0) (0-0) - Key Win(s) - Brockport (3-2), TCNJ (3-2)
5. Johns Hopkins  (5-0) (0-0) - Key Win(s) - Ursinus (3-2)
6. RPI (6-0) (0-0)
7. Salisbury (3-1) (0-1) Key Loss - UW-W (5-0)
8. Hobart (4-1) (0-1) Key Loss - Ithaca (5-0)
9. Utica (4-1) (0-1) Key Loss - Union (5-0)
10. Muhlenberg (4-1) (0-0) - Key Win(s) - TCNJ (3-2)

Key Wins - Teams above .500

Here is my updated bracket - officepoolstop.com/Brackets/35411

Great analysis. Thanks for sharing, really appreciate the insight. Looking forward to watching how this plays out. I thought Stevenson would have a better record but it seems they have had a tough schedule early on. To your point, maybe their wins come on the back half of the schedule. Your last comment was interesting; The ability to be subjective with at large selections. Anything to elaborate on there, or just referencing a general view of the subjective nature of the process?
Title: Re: Thoughts on Season thus far
Post by: wally_wabash on October 15, 2021, 12:25:39 PM
Quote from: FANOFD3 on October 14, 2021, 11:25:38 AM
Another case would be for the committee to be very subjective when selecting at-large teams, which they have the ability to.

The selection criteria are really pretty objective. There is some wiggle room there, but they can't really color outside the lines too much. 
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on November 27, 2021, 04:10:17 PM
Good showing out of the CC today. Muhlenberg Defense looks to be back to what it was last year. Hopkins played admirably and at least it wasn't a "Cake Walk" that the pundits kept/keep mentioning. I think the game was loss for Hopkins the last 5 to 10 minutes of the 2nd quarter and missed opportunities early on to keep the lead. Again, great program in Hopkins. Looking forward to seeing what the Mules can do next week.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bartman on November 27, 2021, 04:42:22 PM
Strong effort by Hopkins against Mt. Union today.There were many excellent D3 athletes on your side and you are well coached. Let's see how Muhlenberg does against the Raiders. CC has some talent, for sure.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 27, 2021, 04:59:48 PM
Very impressed with the Centennial Conference today.
Congrats!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MUC57 on November 28, 2021, 02:04:37 PM

FWIW

I, of course, was at the Mount game. I think Johns Hopkins was one of the best teams Mount has played in sometime. Much of the time, watching them was like watching Mount play. And if you doubt The Blue Jays ability, check the score. And check out the back and forth as the game went on. Great team.
Now, since Muhlenberg is the only team to beat Hopkins in the regular season, and Hopkins gave us fits, how excited am I to play the Mules? OK, it should be a good game. The Raiders better be ready.
Good luck to Johns Hopkins next year. I have a feeling they'll be back. Oh, and Go Raiders!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on December 05, 2021, 06:59:23 AM
Probably a question for the podcast, but too many parts and characters to fit into Twitter. Along the lines of "parity" that was addressed last week--a better phrase may be "competitive balance". Teams like Muhlenberg and Hopkins have clearly closed the gap on Mount Union. They have yet to topple them but are getting very close. Keith referenced yesterday how it took NCC YEARS to finally crash the party with the purple powers.

Is the Mount not as dominant or a combination of Muhl/JHU improving? Also, and more importantly, what are the factors that have led to the rise? Obviously it is recruiting, coaching, admissions/admin support and help. But more specifically what are they doing within those factors that may be more nuanced that are differentiating them? Example, they could be doing something different for player development in the off-season--specifically certain types of nutrition, lifts, etc.

It is not easy to bust through. What are those critical success factors underneath the hood that may not be seen accelerating the jump?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: WRMUalum13 on December 05, 2021, 01:10:01 PM
Quote from: The Mole on December 05, 2021, 06:59:23 AM
Probably a question for the podcast, but too many parts and characters to fit into Twitter. Along the lines of "parity" that was addressed last week--a better phrase may be "competitive balance". Teams like Muhlenberg and Hopkins have clearly closed the gap on Mount Union. They have yet to topple them but are getting very close. Keith referenced yesterday how it took NCC YEARS to finally crash the party with the purple powers.

Is the Mount not as dominant or a combination of Muhl/JHU improving? Also, and more importantly, what are the factors that have led to the rise? Obviously it is recruiting, coaching, admissions/admin support and help. But more specifically what are they doing within those factors that may be more nuanced that are differentiating them? Example, they could be doing something different for player development in the off-season--specifically certain types of nutrition, lifts, etc.

It is not easy to bust through. What are those critical success factors underneath the hood that may not be seen accelerating the jump?

Something I noticed was both JHU and MUHL had two of the best passers in D3. For some reason in the last 5 years or so passing defense has seemed to be Mount Union's weakness. I think both JHU and MUHLs came into Alliance with the recipe to beat Mount which is strong QB play and an excellent front 7.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on December 05, 2021, 03:04:47 PM
And the QB was a 5th year, that helps. I heard from a former Hopkins player that JHU had several 5th year players this year. I know that was a boost for many teams across all of college football this season at all levels. Will it take a full 4 year cycle to work through?

At the end of the day, still no surprises for semifinal participants.

Quote from: The Mole on December 05, 2021, 06:59:23 AM
Probably a question for the podcast, but too many parts and characters to fit into Twitter. Along the lines of "parity" that was addressed

last week--a better phrase may be "competitive balance". Teams like Muhlenberg and Hopkins have clearly closed the gap on Mount Union. They have yet to topple them but are getting very close. Keith referenced yesterday how it took NCC YEARS to finally crash the party with the purple powers.

Is the Mount not as dominant or a combination of Muhl/JHU improving? Also, and more importantly, what are the factors that have led to the rise? Obviously it is recruiting, coaching, admissions/admin support and help. But more specifically what are they doing within those factors that may be more nuanced that are differentiating them? Example, they could be doing something different for player development in the off-season--specifically certain types of nutrition, lifts, etc.

It is not easy to bust through. What are those critical success factors underneath the hood that may not be seen accelerating the jump?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on December 14, 2021, 10:35:30 AM
John Troxell, F&M head coach resigned--heading to his alma mater Lafayette to be head football coach
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on December 14, 2021, 05:48:34 PM
Quote from: The Mole on December 14, 2021, 10:35:30 AM
John Troxell, F&M head coach resigned--heading to his alma mater Lafayette to be head football coach
Disappointing, but can't blame him! Maybe the new higher can take the next step at F&M and finally get an NCAA berth.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on December 15, 2021, 08:49:25 AM
Cannot blame him at all. Dips are 500 team last 23 years (120-121). He got them to a bowl or ECAC games 9 of last 12 years. Not too shabby. To your point, can the new staff get them over the hump--beating Hopkins, Muhlenberg and now Susquehanna? Might be a tall order. One of the best stadium facilities in D3. Trox may have top ticked it there.....

Quote from: njf1003 on December 14, 2021, 05:48:34 PM
Quote from: The Mole on December 14, 2021, 10:35:30 AM
John Troxell, F&M head coach resigned--heading to his alma mater Lafayette to be head football coach
Disappointing, but can't blame him! Maybe the new higher can take the next step at F&M and finally get an NCAA berth.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on December 15, 2021, 09:46:19 AM
Quote from: The Mole on December 15, 2021, 08:49:25 AM
Cannot blame him at all. Dips are 500 team last 23 years (120-121). He got them to a bowl or ECAC games 9 of last 12 years. Not too shabby. To your point, can the new staff get them over the hump--beating Hopkins, Muhlenberg and now Susquehanna? Might be a tall order. One of the best stadium facilities in D3. Trox may have top ticked it there.....

Quote from: njf1003 on December 14, 2021, 05:48:34 PM
Quote from: The Mole on December 14, 2021, 10:35:30 AM
John Troxell, F&M head coach resigned--heading to his alma mater Lafayette to be head football coach
Disappointing, but can't blame him! Maybe the new higher can take the next step at F&M and finally get an NCAA berth.

Although it's not to common in the D3 landscape where you see plenty of "lifer" coaches especially those that have done enough to be respected either in conference and/or nationally. F&M either will use this to get new coach (possibly younger) that can energize the current players and hit the recruiting trail from a different standpoint, recruiting is an all-hustle all-day, no-sleep, young man's game. Potentially allowing them to get over the hump in the next 2 to 4 years. I watch a lot of DIII football and notice that for some programs, a new coach with a new scheme (Aurora) or just getting younger (NCC) can catapult a program from one tier to the next.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on December 15, 2021, 03:02:12 PM
Troxell was 92-67 in 16 years, .578 win pct., 6-3 in Bowl Games. Second most wins all-time behind Dip legend Tom Gilburg. They took a chance on a young guy in his 30's to turn the ship. I would say it was a success--good record, kids graduating, beautiful new stadium built and very strong alumni outreach. The question is, does the administration care about making the playoffs? They would probably be content/satisfied with finding his clone: a young coach in his 30s that has played and coached in strong academic environments and wants to be a head man. They will get some good interest in this gig.....

Quote from: FANOFD3 on December 15, 2021, 09:46:19 AM
Quote from: The Mole on December 15, 2021, 08:49:25 AM
Cannot blame him at all. Dips are 500 team last 23 years (120-121). He got them to a bowl or ECAC games 9 of last 12 years. Not too shabby. To your point, can the new staff get them over the hump--beating Hopkins, Muhlenberg and now Susquehanna? Might be a tall order. One of the best stadium facilities in D3. Trox may have top ticked it there.....

Quote from: njf1003 on December 14, 2021, 05:48:34 PM
Quote from: The Mole on December 14, 2021, 10:35:30 AM
John Troxell, F&M head coach resigned--heading to his alma mater Lafayette to be head football coach
Disappointing, but can't blame him! Maybe the new higher can take the next step at F&M and finally get an NCAA berth.

Although it's not to common in the D3 landscape where you see plenty of "lifer" coaches especially those that have done enough to be respected either in conference and/or nationally. F&M either will use this to get new coach (possibly younger) that can energize the current players and hit the recruiting trail from a different standpoint, recruiting is an all-hustle all-day, no-sleep, young man's game. Potentially allowing them to get over the hump in the next 2 to 4 years. I watch a lot of DIII football and notice that for some programs, a new coach with a new scheme (Aurora) or just getting younger (NCC) can catapult a program from one tier to the next.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Pat Coleman on February 09, 2022, 03:02:55 PM
This is coming -- schools leaving the Centennial for football for the Landmark, which would have enough for an automatic bid.
https://d3football.com/notables/2022/02/landmark-to-add-two-take-football-automatic-bid
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: njf1003 on February 16, 2022, 10:09:45 AM
Tom Blumenauer Selected to Lead F&M Football
https://t.co/SdAcEJqN8e
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Joe Rockhead on April 07, 2022, 01:41:55 PM
NJAC/Centennial scheduling agreement starting in 2023. Three crossover games for each team each year. https://www.centennial.org/Schedules/2023-24-Football.pdf  Some interesting matchups. For instance, Salisbury will be playing Muhlenberg, Hopkins and McDaniel. On a side note, looking at the future schedules, it appears that this year may be the last for the long-standing Muhlenberg-Moravian rivalry for their annual last game of the year.   (Mules will be finishing up against Montclair State)  Don't know if that first game of the year will be the new slot for the Mules and Greyhounds or if it's going to be a hiatus for the matchup. Although not yet announced, I believe the Mules will be opening up against Mary Hardin Baylor this year down in Texas.  Don't know if that will be reciprocated with a trip by the Crusaders to Allentown the next year or not.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on April 08, 2022, 09:57:33 AM
Quote from: Joe Rockhead on April 07, 2022, 01:41:55 PM
NJAC/Centennial scheduling agreement starting in 2023. Three crossover games for each team each year. https://www.centennial.org/Schedules/2023-24-Football.pdf  Some interesting matchups. For instance, Salisbury will be playing Muhlenberg, Hopkins and McDaniel. On a side note, looking at the future schedules, it appears that this year may be the last for the long-standing Muhlenberg-Moravian rivalry for their annual last game of the year.   (Mules will be finishing up against Montclair State)  Don't know if that first game of the year will be the new slot for the Mules and Greyhounds or if it's going to be a hiatus for the matchup. Although not yet announced, I believe the Mules will be opening up against Mary Hardin Baylor this year down in Texas.  Don't know if that will be reciprocated with a trip by the Crusaders to Allentown the next year or not.

Yeah, Salisbury will be playing one of the toughest, if not thee toughest schedule in 2023, probably playing against 3 Top 10/15 teams easily, while playing a Top 50 opponent in Stevenson.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: RowanPhan on May 25, 2022, 06:11:20 PM
Quote from: Joe Rockhead on April 07, 2022, 01:41:55 PM
NJAC/Centennial scheduling agreement starting in 2023. Three crossover games for each team each year. https://www.centennial.org/Schedules/2023-24-Football.pdf  Some interesting matchups. For instance, Salisbury will be playing Muhlenberg, Hopkins and McDaniel. On a side note, looking at the future schedules, it appears that this year may be the last for the long-standing Muhlenberg-Moravian rivalry for their annual last game of the year.   (Mules will be finishing up against Montclair State)  Don't know if that first game of the year will be the new slot for the Mules and Greyhounds or if it's going to be a hiatus for the matchup. Although not yet announced, I believe the Mules will be opening up against Mary Hardin Baylor this year down in Texas.  Don't know if that will be reciprocated with a trip by the Crusaders to Allentown the next year or not.
Very exciting announcement
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: CNU85 on May 26, 2022, 09:01:15 AM
Great news. Makes scheduling a lot easier. Thanks for sharing that!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on May 31, 2022, 12:22:48 PM
Anyone, get a chance to watch the BIG 33 game between MD and PA H.S. All-Stars? The MD squad feature players committed to both Salisbury and Mount Union, any word of the PA young men?
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: umhb2001 on July 28, 2022, 01:32:29 AM
Looking forward to hosting the Mules here in a few weeks. If anyone needs info about the Belton area, please let me know. Lots of great places to stay and eat.

Blessings and safe travels.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: CNU85 on July 28, 2022, 08:32:44 AM
Quote from: umhb2001 on July 28, 2022, 01:32:29 AM
Looking forward to hosting the Mules here in a few weeks. If anyone needs info about the Belton area, please let me know. Lots of great places to stay and eat.

Blessings and safe travels.

It's HOT in September in Belton. Although when I was down there for a game, they were still playing in a high school stadium with aluminum seats. I kid you not -- I set my water and gatorade bottles down on the bleacher seat and I heard them sizzle. That's when I got up and found the air conditioned CNU radio booth and stood in the corner all game.

I like the part in your post that says "in a few weeks"....the season is right around the corner.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: umhb2001 on July 31, 2022, 04:34:49 PM
Quote from: CNU85 on July 28, 2022, 08:32:44 AM
Quote from: umhb2001 on July 28, 2022, 01:32:29 AM
Looking forward to hosting the Mules here in a few weeks. If anyone needs info about the Belton area, please let me know. Lots of great places to stay and eat.

Blessings and safe travels.

It's HOT in September in Belton. Although when I was down there for a game, they were still playing in a high school stadium with aluminum seats. I kid you not -- I set my water and gatorade bottles down on the bleacher seat and I heard them sizzle. That's when I got up and found the air conditioned CNU radio booth and stood in the corner all game.

I like the part in your post that says "in a few weeks"....the season is right around the corner.

Great story! Since 2013, we have played at Crusader Stadium. With the visitors sitting on the east side, they get the afternoon sun. A 6:00 game does well to allow for some time to be in shade more, and a N/S wind provides a pretty good breeze.

A nice cup of Cru-Nilla ice cream helps to cool you down as well.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: jmcozenlaw on July 31, 2022, 07:40:29 PM
Heading down to Texas for another reason a little later this year..........with about 60,000+ other Eagles fans take over "Jerry's World" and add to the Cowboys quarter-of-a-century+ of irrelevance. I'm hoping that it's not steamy hell by that time of the year!! ;)
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Kelly Boggs on August 09, 2022, 11:14:01 AM
December in Texas is usually pretty nice.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: CNU85 on August 09, 2022, 12:50:42 PM
Quote from: umhb2001 on July 31, 2022, 04:34:49 PM
Quote from: CNU85 on July 28, 2022, 08:32:44 AM
Quote from: umhb2001 on July 28, 2022, 01:32:29 AM
Looking forward to hosting the Mules here in a few weeks. If anyone needs info about the Belton area, please let me know. Lots of great places to stay and eat.

Blessings and safe travels.

It's HOT in September in Belton. Although when I was down there for a game, they were still playing in a high school stadium with aluminum seats. I kid you not -- I set my water and gatorade bottles down on the bleacher seat and I heard them sizzle. That's when I got up and found the air conditioned CNU radio booth and stood in the corner all game.

I like the part in your post that says "in a few weeks"....the season is right around the corner.

Great story! Since 2013, we have played at Crusader Stadium. With the visitors sitting on the east side, they get the afternoon sun. A 6:00 game does well to allow for some time to be in shade more, and a N/S wind provides a pretty good breeze.

A nice cup of Cru-Nilla ice cream helps to cool you down as well.

Hopefully someday I get to see the "new" stadium. I was down there for the second of the home/away series. In 2006, the Cru came to Va ranked #5 and we held at the goal line for 4 straight plays to end the game. The next year, in 2007, we flew down to Belton and got whooped! If I remember correctly, it was a close game until about 90 seconds before halftime.....then the wheels, bumpers, mirrors, fenders, all fell off the bus!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on August 29, 2022, 02:50:40 PM
Hi Pollster's, just wanted to extend an invitation to join the ERFP for this upcoming season. We will continue to do R1/R2. Feel free to DM or respond here if interested. I'll reach out to last year participants to gauge any interest as well.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: ADL70 on August 31, 2022, 10:42:10 AM
Any Muhlenberg folks going to Belton for Saturday's game?

I'm probably going to the game and it would be great to meet some of you folks.

BTW CWRU plays Hopkins Saturday afternoon.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: ADL70 on August 31, 2022, 12:31:26 PM
There is a family connection in Saturday's CWRU-JHU game.

This article from West Lafayette IN HS from 2016. James is currently a physician in Atlanta and Daniel is JHU's DC.

James Wodicka was valedictorian in the class of 2007. He was an outstanding three sport athlete and
was chosen as a National Football Foundation Scholar Athlete. He went on to attend Case Western
University where he graduated cum laude with a degree in biomedical engineering. James played
defensive back for Case Western's football team and led his team in interceptions his senior year.
James was married in 2015 and is currently in the combined MD/PhD physician–scientist training
program at IU School of Medicine. He is also completing his PhD degree in Biomedical Engineering
at Purdue. In his free time he helps coach the defensive backs for the West Lafayette football team.

Daniel Wodicka was valedictorian in the class of 2010. He also was a standout three sport athlete and a National Football Foundation
Scholar Athlete as well as being chosen Indiana Mr. Football. Daniel led the West Lafayette High School football team to the 3A state
championship in 2009. He continued his academic and athletic career at Johns Hopkins University where he graduated with a degree in
biomedical engineering. Daniel was a standout football player at Johns Hopkins and set team records for single-season and career receptions and is one of the most decorated Blue Jay football players in school history. He is currently pursuing a career in coaching. He spent
two years at Johns Hopkins coaching wide receivers and was hired in April of 2016 as the running backs coach and video coordinator at
Northern Michigan University
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: E.115 on September 03, 2022, 05:45:34 AM
Johns Hopkins fans --

On the heals of the Orioles beating our Guardian @ and taking the series, Cleveland welcomes the travelers from Baltimore.

Food recommendations walking distance to the stadium (DiSanto Field):

1) Little Italy https://littleitalycle.com (Presti's Bakery for breakfast...anywhere for lunch or dinner)
2) Cheap and easy = Jolly Scholar Brewery https://www.thejollyscholar.com
3) Fancy = L'Albatros https://www.albatrosbrasserie.com
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: E.115 on September 03, 2022, 05:48:59 AM
Game notes - Johns Hopkins @ Case Western Reserve:  https://hopkinssports.com/news/2022/9/2/johns-hopkins-case-western-football-notes.aspx
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on September 03, 2022, 08:52:31 AM
Quote from: E.115 on September 03, 2022, 05:48:59 AM
Game notes - Johns Hopkins @ Case Western Reserve:  https://hopkinssports.com/news/2022/9/2/johns-hopkins-case-western-football-notes.aspx

CC teams (fans) haven't existed in sometime (as far as active). It's a shame, because their conference is currently the torch bearer for R1/R2 right now.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: umhb2001 on September 03, 2022, 10:40:18 PM
Muhlenberg looked good tonight and gave the defense fits in the first half, UMHB just had that national championship pedigree. I expect the Mules will learn a lot and be a force in November and December. Good luck.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: The Mole on September 04, 2022, 11:23:46 AM
Muhlenberg is a fine team and is going to win their share of contests. Just outclassed by a bigger, faster and stronger team. They moved the ball in a few spots, but just could not keep up with the speed and athleticism of The Cru. The end result was not a surprise, almost expected.....
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: phil on September 04, 2022, 07:50:40 PM
Quote from: E.115 on September 03, 2022, 05:45:34 AM
Johns Hopkins fans --

On the heals of the Orioles beating our Guardian @ and taking the series, Cleveland welcomes the travelers from Baltimore.

Food recommendations walking distance to the stadium (DiSanto Field):

1) Little Italy https://littleitalycle.com (Presti's Bakery for breakfast...anywhere for lunch or dinner)
2) Cheap and easy = Jolly Scholar Brewery https://www.thejollyscholar.com
3) Fancy = L'Albatros https://www.albatrosbrasserie.com

My DD is committing to CWRU for softball and we're heading up to the campus from Texas for Homecoming wknd and the softball ring ceremony on Sat. morning before the football game. Any suggestions for a particular restaurant in Little Italy? I've already got Cleveland Bagels, Presti's and L'Albatros on the itinerary.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: E.115 on September 05, 2022, 04:07:19 PM
^ oh nice!  Great softball program.  NCAA tournament most years recently.

For Little Italy dinner, I'd check out Mia Bella... but you really can't go wrong with some of the surrounding spots (Valerio's, Etna). 

Enjoy your trip to Cleveland in October.  You'll be there in peak fall foliage.

——————————

JHU @ CWRU game photos:  https://www.news-herald.com/2022/09/03/photos-case-western-reserve-johns-hopkins-football-sept-3-2022/

Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: phil on September 05, 2022, 07:23:19 PM
Valerio's it is. Fall foliage is a nice perk... not much of that in Houston! Thanks for the assist!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on October 14, 2022, 08:16:49 PM
Mules miss a 31-yd FG with 5 mins left in 2Q. OUCH! Trail JHU 21-14.

Jays drive the length of the field, score a TD but miss the PAT. 27-14 at the half.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ice Bear on October 19, 2022, 12:11:33 PM
Ice Bear says great write up on Susquehanna https://www.d3football.com/columns/features/2022/2021-stumble-still-stings-susquehanna.

Ice loves their story and remembers their time in the LL well. The River hawks carved up the LL, winning the league, during their last season in the conference (2009). They only lost to LL foe MMA in league play that season, while also dropping games to Lycoming (beginning of the season) and Del Valley in the NCAA Playoffs. The Bear thinks the River Hawks have grown as a program since then and would certainly show better in the tournament if they are able to win the CC this season. Maybe the lesson here is don't **** with this team on their last year of affiliation with a conference?

Ice will be watching and rooting for them that's for sure. Great write up and story!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: D O.C. on October 29, 2022, 03:51:26 PM
Congratulations Susquehanna despite those gawd awful announcers.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ice Bear on October 29, 2022, 05:20:05 PM
Ice Bear sends his congrats to former LL member Susquehanna on their huge ****ing WIN today over an excellent John's Hopkins team!
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ralph Turner on November 13, 2022, 05:31:33 PM
Quote from: Ice Bear on October 29, 2022, 05:20:05 PM
Ice Bear sends his congrats to former LL member Susquehanna on their huge ****ing WIN today over an excellent John's Hopkins team!
... the win that knocked JHU out of the playoffs
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Ice Bear on November 13, 2022, 06:30:04 PM
Quote from: Ralph Turner on November 13, 2022, 05:31:33 PM
Quote from: Ice Bear on October 29, 2022, 05:20:05 PM
Ice Bear sends his congrats to former LL member Susquehanna on their huge ****ing WIN today over an excellent John's Hopkins team!
... the win that knocked JHU out of the playoffs

Ice is happy for Susquehanna Ralph but admittedly bummed for JHU. IIBHO JHU is a very strong team this year and an excellent program. Ice feels they are a better team than Utica.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: Bob.Gregg on November 13, 2022, 07:24:36 PM
Utica had to be ahead of Hopkins when time came to choose the at-large teams.
Final regional rankings flipped or national committee flipped final regional rankings.
If I wanted to, I'd look at who is on what committee...
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: BallGuy145 on September 18, 2023, 10:18:46 AM
This board seems to be dying down but the conference is doing pretty good.

Muhlenberg starting off 3-0! 3 wins vs Moravian, Salisbury, and TCNJ.

Hopkins has been rolling lately! 3 good wins vs Ithaca, Christopher Newport, and Salisbury.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: UfanBill on November 11, 2023, 06:37:57 PM
I came on here as a Union fan looking for comments about the CC and Muhlenberg specifically.The Centennial Conference is one of the best and arguably most competitive leagues in all D3 football. Where are all your posters??? I suspect there is another forum that CC fans use to communicate with each other. Link please.
Title: Re: FB: Centennial Conference
Post by: MRMIKESMITH on November 11, 2023, 08:09:05 PM
Quote from: UfanBill on November 11, 2023, 06:37:57 PM
I came on here as a Union fan looking for comments about the CC and Muhlenberg specifically.The Centennial Conference is one of the best and arguably most competitive leagues in all D3 football. Where are all your posters??? I suspect there is another forum that CC fans use to communicate with each other. Link please.

I think with technology, many folks go striaght to the website to get the information they need on social media. I know for some teams, they don't encourage players to look at D3boards at all or the website and to focus on the 1 game at a time. I wish all DIII schools marketed the boards to the parents/alum. I just don't think many Coaches, OCs, and DCs could stomach what would be said on these boards. Then there is the vetting of emails by D3football to preven trolls. Many posters that would have general conversations would get overun by trolls, current players fake account, etc.