FB: Ohio Athletic Conference

[HScoach]

Did I mention my daughter is working for Coach Hallet 

Really?  Wow.  We didn't even know she was at Heidelberg.  When did that happen?  You should really make a conscious effort to keep us updated on your personal life.

[HScoach]

Holy cow, that makes my head spin.......kind of makes me feel inadequate that my kid went to MUC, played some ball, and will graduate in four years with a job as a 2nd Louie in the Army. 

The end of college and a job, what more could a Dad want

Yep, the job placement rate in the Army is 100%!  He's part of the 1st ROTC class at MUC to graduate.  We will not only be able to see him graduate on Saturday, but we will also pin his Lt. bars on him at a commissioning ceremony right after.

His older brother, a West Point grad, is currently an Platoon Leader in Iraq (Infantry, Ranger).....so, we will soon have two deployed. 

Sometimes, it's fun watching them grow up.........other times, not so much.  Best wishes to all the grads!

God bless you and your sons!

[JK]

Holy cow, that makes my head spin.......kind of makes me feel inadequate that my kid went to MUC, played some ball, and will graduate in four years with a job as a 2nd Louie in the Army. 

The end of college and a job, what more could a Dad want

Yep, the job placement rate in the Army is 100%!  He's part of the 1st ROTC class at MUC to graduate.  We will not only be able to see him graduate on Saturday, but we will also pin his Lt. bars on him at a commissioning ceremony right after.

His older brother, a West Point grad, is currently an Platoon Leader in Iraq (Infantry, Ranger).....so, we will soon have two deployed. 

Sometimes, it's fun watching them grow up.........other times, not so much.  Best wishes to all the grads!

As someone who lived (lives) that life, I wish your son (actually, both sons) the best of luck.  The Army, especially as a young officer, is a constant challenge, but incredibly rewarding.  The mantle of leadership is not one to be taken lightly, but I am sure the values you instilled in your boys and the training they received through USMA and ROTC has more than prepared them for whatever they may face.  The lessons your son learned on the field and the character building he endured at the hands of Coach Kehres and others in the MUC football program will only add to his potential for success.

I know it's tough on the family with deployment looming, but I commend you on your attitude toward it.  Your sons made a hard choice to serve their country in a time of war and they should be applauded for it.  You have to trust that their training and intellignece will see them through safely.  I assure you they will be trained to the highest standard, their Soldiers will be highly trained and professional, and they will have the best equipment available.  All the variables for success are there and hopefully that makes you rest easier.

If I can be of ANY kind of assistance, to you or your sons, please let me know.

Oh, and Army money isn't bad for a first job either.  Especially when it's tax free with Hazardous Duty Pay added in when in a combat zone.  Leadership, travel, good money; if it weren't for the whole leaving your family and putting yourself in harm's way, the Army might be the best gig out there. 

[JK]

We will not only be able to see him graduate on Saturday, but we will also pin his Lt. bars on him at a commissioning ceremony right after.

In my young life, nothing has meant more to me than having my Mom and Dad pin on my 2LT bars, my wife pin on my 1LT and CPT rank (fiancee when she pinned me with 1LT), and my son pin on my MAJ rank.  I assure you it will be extremely emotional for both you and he.  Just make sure you put them on straight.  Of course with one already in, you probably have some practice. 

[SaintsFAN]

Oh, and Army money isn't bad for a first job either.  Especially when it's tax free with Hazardous Duty Pay added in when in a combat zone.  Leadership, travel, good money; if it weren't for the whole leaving your family and putting yourself in harm's way, the Army might be the best gig out there.  

Do they take fat, out-of-shape, has-been athletically (if they ever were)  32 year olds?

[Raider 68]

Oh, and Army money isn't bad for a first job either.  Especially when it's tax free with Hazardous Duty Pay added in when in a combat zone.  Leadership, travel, good money; if it weren't for the whole leaving your family and putting yourself in harm's way, the Army might be the best gig out there. 

Do they take fat, out-of-shape, has-been athletically (if they ever were)  32 year olds?

Maybe the Air Force or Navy, (oops) I am a Navy veteran!

[JK]

Oh, and Army money isn't bad for a first job either.  Especially when it's tax free with Hazardous Duty Pay added in when in a combat zone.  Leadership, travel, good money; if it weren't for the whole leaving your family and putting yourself in harm's way, the Army might be the best gig out there.  

Do they take fat, out-of-shape, has-been athletically (if they ever were)  32 year olds?

Dude, I'm in and I meet all three of your criteria. 

THough I doubt that the question was asked seriously given the source, a serious answer is yes, they would.  Especially the National Guard or Army Reserve, who are both understrength officers.

[rscl70]

Oh, and Army money isn't bad for a first job either.  Especially when it's tax free with Hazardous Duty Pay added in when in a combat zone.  Leadership, travel, good money; if it weren't for the whole leaving your family and putting yourself in harm's way, the Army might be the best gig out there.  

Do they take fat, out-of-shape, has-been athletically (if they ever were)  32 year olds?

According to the AEFS Director at the local chapter of the Red Cross, the Army is accepting enlistees up to the age of 60.  They are especially interested in truck drivers.

[seventiesraider]

Oh, and Army money isn't bad for a first job either.  Especially when it's tax free with Hazardous Duty Pay added in when in a combat zone.  Leadership, travel, good money; if it weren't for the whole leaving your family and putting yourself in harm's way, the Army might be the best gig out there.  

Do they take fat, out-of-shape, has-been athletically (if they ever were)  32 year olds?

According to the AEFS Director at the local chapter of the Red Cross, the Army is accepting enlistees up to the age of 60.  They are especially interested in truck drivers.

Yea, I bet they are. We were real popular in VietNam as well, motorized bomb detectors

[HScoach]

Not nearly enough kickers.  Hopefully that position is hit a little harder in the future.......



South Charleston Southeastern Senior Austin Mercer to Play Football at Mount Union
(ALLIANCE, OH)—South Charleston Southeastern senior Austin Mercer has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Mercer, a 6-2, 190-pound wide receiver, was an all-district, all-county and all-conference selection for coach Greg Bonifay at Southeastern Local High School.  This past season, he had 48 catches for 1,162 yards with 11 touchdowns.
Mercer plans to study in Mount Union's new Mechanical Engineering program and is the son of Jon and Kathy Mercer of South Charleston.

St. Clairsville Senior Logan Cook to Play Football at Mount Union
(ALLIANCE, OH)—St. Clairsville senior Logan Cook has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Cook, a 6-1, 180-pound kicker, was a two-time All-Ohio, two-time all-district, two-time all-league selection for coach James McLean at St. Clairsville High School.  
Cook plans to study Psychology and is the son of Don and Lori Cook of St. Clairsville.

North Canton Hoover Senior A.J. Sarbaugh to Play Football at Mount Union
(ALLIANCE, OH)—North Canton Hoover senior A.J. Sarbaugh has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Sarbaugh, a 6-0, 195-pound tight end/punter/kicker, was an All-Ohio, two-time all-district, all-league and all-county selection for coach Don Hertler Jr at Hoover High School.  This past season he had 30 catches at tight end, a 37.1 yard punting average and made nine field goals with a long of 43 yards.
Sarbaugh plans to study Education and is the son of Jeff and Ginny Sarbaugh of Canton.

Marion Harding Senior Eric Gilmore to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Marion Harding senior Eric Gilmore has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Gilmore, a 5-11, 180-pound wide receiver/defensive back, was a an all-district and all-conference selection for head coach Heath Hinton at Marion Harding High School.
Gilmore plans to study Mathematics and is the son of Steve and Tery Gilmore of Marion, Ohio.

Batesville (IN) Senior Alex Collins to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Batesville (IN) senior Alex Collins has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Collins, a 6-5, 250-pound defensive end, was an all-conference selection and team defensive lineman of the year for coach Eric Heppner at Batesville High School.  This past season he had 41 tackles with 5.5 sacks.
Collins plans to study Early Childhood Education and is the son of Kevin and Connie Collins of Batesville, IN.

North Daviess (IN) Senior Ryan Webster to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—North Daviess (IN) senior Ryan Webster has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Webster, a 5-7, 185-pound running back, was an all-state, all-conference selection and conference offensive player of the year for coach Scott Helms at North Daviess High School.  He is the school's all-time leading rusher with 5,353 yards and 71 touchdowns.
Webster plans to study Sport Business and is the son of Bill and Christina Webster of Odon, IN.

Williamsburg (KY) Senior Ryan Moses to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Williamsburg (KY) senior Ryan Moses has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Moses, a 6-3, 180-pound quarterback, was an two-time all-state, two-time district player of the year, four-time all-conference selection for coach Jerry Herron at Williamsburg High School.  Over his four year career, Moses threw for 8,978 yards and 92 touchdowns, while rushing for 2,191 yards with 31 touchdowns on the ground.
Moses plans to study Biology and is the son of Rick and Alisa Moses of Williamsburg, KY.

Warren Central (IN) Senior Brandon Blackburn to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Warren Central (IN) senior Brandon Blackburn has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Blackburn, a 5-9, 235-pound lineman, was an all-state, all-conference and starter for two state championship teams for coach John Hart at Warren Central High School.
Blackburn plans to study Criminal Justice and is the son of James and Vanessa Blackburn of Indianapolis, IN.

Forest Hills Northern (MI) Senior Cullen Dame to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Forest Hills Northern (MI) senior Cullen Dame has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Dame, a 5-11, 265-pound lineman, was an all-conference selection for coach Jeff Rapelje at Forest Hills Northern High School.
Dame is an undeclared major and is the son of Blair and Denise Dame of Grand Rapids, MI.

North Broward Prep (FL) Senior Cameron Hartley to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—North Broward Prep (FL) senior Cameron Hartley has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Hartley, a 6-0, 230-pound linebacker, was an all-state and two time all-county selection that totaled 96 tackles for coach Jeff Dellenbach at North Broward Prep.
Hartley plans to study Sport Business and is the son of Ron and Denise Hartley of Davie, FL.

Ann Arbor Pioneer (MI) Senior Chris Biggs to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Ann Arbor Pioneer High School (MI) senior Chris Biggs has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Biggs, a 6-1, 205-pound safety, was an all-conference selection for coach Jeremy Gold at Pioneer High School.
Biggs plans to study Education and is the son of Brian and Patricia Biggs of Ann Arbor, MI.

Thomas Stone (MD) Senior Adam Proctor to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Thomas Stone High School (MD) senior Adam Proctor has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Proctor, a 5-7, 160-pound safety, was an all-conference and two-time all-academic selection for coach Jeremiah Vedis at Thomas Stone High School.
Proctor plans to study Sport Business and is the son of Oscar and Maria Proctor of Waldorf, Maryland.

Thomas Stone (MD) Senior Tyler Stewart to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Thomas Stone High School (MD) senior Tyler Stewart has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Stewart, a 5-7, 170-pound running back, was a three-year team captain and team MVP this past season for coach Jeremiah Vedis at Thomas Stone High School.
Stewart is an undeclared major and is the son of Wes and Carrie Stewart of Hughesville, Maryland.

Marysville (MI) Senior Aaron Locke to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Marysville senior Aaron Locke has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Locke, a 5-11, 185-pound free safety, was an all-conference and all-area selection for coach Mark Caza at Maryville High School.  In 2009, he totaled 75 tackles and seven interceptions.
Locke plans to study exercise science and is the son of Roland and Jennifer Locke of Marysville.

[seventiesraider]

Thanks to HSCoach and Len for all that information

[Raider 68]

Not nearly enough kickers.  Hopefully that position is hit a little harder in the future.......



South Charleston Southeastern Senior Austin Mercer to Play Football at Mount Union
(ALLIANCE, OH)—South Charleston Southeastern senior Austin Mercer has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Mercer, a 6-2, 190-pound wide receiver, was an all-district, all-county and all-conference selection for coach Greg Bonifay at Southeastern Local High School.  This past season, he had 48 catches for 1,162 yards with 11 touchdowns.
Mercer plans to study in Mount Union’s new Mechanical Engineering program and is the son of Jon and Kathy Mercer of South Charleston.

St. Clairsville Senior Logan Cook to Play Football at Mount Union
(ALLIANCE, OH)—St. Clairsville senior Logan Cook has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Cook, a 6-1, 180-pound kicker, was a two-time All-Ohio, two-time all-district, two-time all-league selection for coach James McLean at St. Clairsville High School. 
Cook plans to study Psychology and is the son of Don and Lori Cook of St. Clairsville.

North Canton Hoover Senior A.J. Sarbaugh to Play Football at Mount Union
(ALLIANCE, OH)—North Canton Hoover senior A.J. Sarbaugh has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Sarbaugh, a 6-0, 195-pound tight end/punter/kicker, was an All-Ohio, two-time all-district, all-league and all-county selection for coach Don Hertler Jr at Hoover High School.  This past season he had 30 catches at tight end, a 37.1 yard punting average and made nine field goals with a long of 43 yards.
Sarbaugh plans to study Education and is the son of Jeff and Ginny Sarbaugh of Canton.

Marion Harding Senior Eric Gilmore to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Marion Harding senior Eric Gilmore has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Gilmore, a 5-11, 180-pound wide receiver/defensive back, was a an all-district and all-conference selection for head coach Heath Hinton at Marion Harding High School.
Gilmore plans to study Mathematics and is the son of Steve and Tery Gilmore of Marion, Ohio.

Batesville (IN) Senior Alex Collins to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Batesville (IN) senior Alex Collins has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Collins, a 6-5, 250-pound defensive end, was an all-conference selection and team defensive lineman of the year for coach Eric Heppner at Batesville High School.  This past season he had 41 tackles with 5.5 sacks.
Collins plans to study Early Childhood Education and is the son of Kevin and Connie Collins of Batesville, IN.

North Daviess (IN) Senior Ryan Webster to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—North Daviess (IN) senior Ryan Webster has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Webster, a 5-7, 185-pound running back, was an all-state, all-conference selection and conference offensive player of the year for coach Scott Helms at North Daviess High School.  He is the school’s all-time leading rusher with 5,353 yards and 71 touchdowns.
Webster plans to study Sport Business and is the son of Bill and Christina Webster of Odon, IN.

Williamsburg (KY) Senior Ryan Moses to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Williamsburg (KY) senior Ryan Moses has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Moses, a 6-3, 180-pound quarterback, was an two-time all-state, two-time district player of the year, four-time all-conference selection for coach Jerry Herron at Williamsburg High School.  Over his four year career, Moses threw for 8,978 yards and 92 touchdowns, while rushing for 2,191 yards with 31 touchdowns on the ground.
Moses plans to study Biology and is the son of Rick and Alisa Moses of Williamsburg, KY.

Warren Central (IN) Senior Brandon Blackburn to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Warren Central (IN) senior Brandon Blackburn has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Blackburn, a 5-9, 235-pound lineman, was an all-state, all-conference and starter for two state championship teams for coach John Hart at Warren Central High School.
Blackburn plans to study Criminal Justice and is the son of James and Vanessa Blackburn of Indianapolis, IN.

Forest Hills Northern (MI) Senior Cullen Dame to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Forest Hills Northern (MI) senior Cullen Dame has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Dame, a 5-11, 265-pound lineman, was an all-conference selection for coach Jeff Rapelje at Forest Hills Northern High School.
Dame is an undeclared major and is the son of Blair and Denise Dame of Grand Rapids, MI.

North Broward Prep (FL) Senior Cameron Hartley to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—North Broward Prep (FL) senior Cameron Hartley has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Hartley, a 6-0, 230-pound linebacker, was an all-state and two time all-county selection that totaled 96 tackles for coach Jeff Dellenbach at North Broward Prep.
Hartley plans to study Sport Business and is the son of Ron and Denise Hartley of Davie, FL.

Ann Arbor Pioneer (MI) Senior Chris Biggs to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Ann Arbor Pioneer High School (MI) senior Chris Biggs has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Biggs, a 6-1, 205-pound safety, was an all-conference selection for coach Jeremy Gold at Pioneer High School.
Biggs plans to study Education and is the son of Brian and Patricia Biggs of Ann Arbor, MI.

Thomas Stone (MD) Senior Adam Proctor to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Thomas Stone High School (MD) senior Adam Proctor has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Proctor, a 5-7, 160-pound safety, was an all-conference and two-time all-academic selection for coach Jeremiah Vedis at Thomas Stone High School.
Proctor plans to study Sport Business and is the son of Oscar and Maria Proctor of Waldorf, Maryland.

Thomas Stone (MD) Senior Tyler Stewart to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Thomas Stone High School (MD) senior Tyler Stewart has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Stewart, a 5-7, 170-pound running back, was a three-year team captain and team MVP this past season for coach Jeremiah Vedis at Thomas Stone High School.
Stewart is an undeclared major and is the son of Wes and Carrie Stewart of Hughesville, Maryland.

Marysville (MI) Senior Aaron Locke to Play Football at Mount Union
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Leonard Reich, Sports Information Director
(ALLIANCE, OH)—Marysville senior Aaron Locke has committed to attend Mount Union and compete on the football team this Fall.
Locke, a 5-11, 185-pound free safety, was an all-conference and all-area selection for coach Mark Caza at Maryville High School.  In 2009, he totaled 75 tackles and seven interceptions.
Locke plans to study exercise science and is the son of Roland and Jennifer Locke of Marysville.

Looks like a real good group! thanks HScoach

[seventiesraider]

Kickers? Kickers? We don't need no stinking kickers.

Have we really "needed" a kicker since Rodney Chenos

[Raider 68]

Kickers? Kickers? We don't need no stinking kickers.

Have we really "needed" a kicker since Rodney Chenos

Let's hope that kicking is not their only claim to fame! How about some large, fast, physical, OL/DL!

[seventiesraider]

 44 punts in 15 games, and 8 FG attempts

Really?  Wow.  We didn't even know she was at Heidelberg.  When did that happen?  You should really make a conscious effort to keep us updated on your personal life.

Try to keep up