A former running back at Xavier at a time when there were no facemasks Motz taught for 30 years but remains best known as the last coach of a state football champion for a Denver Prep League school, 23 years ago. Family of 4: $14 Cedar Rapids Jefferson High School football players hoist the championship trophy after beating West Des Moines Dowling in the 4A Finals on Nov. 18,1972. Two schools won their fifth straight state championship in 2022. Biloxi Sun Herald & Bing News. It was just about 3 miles, exactly, he said. Ted LePage coached for 12 seasons (2006-2017), taking the 2006 and 2008 teams to state semifinals. All-Americans were: Mel West (1951), Keith Weber (1958, 1959), Charlie Brown (1962), Bob Wilson (1963), Chuck Weber (1964), Gary Butler (1964), Mike Hopkins (1971), George Shorthose (1979), Mike Bedosky (1988) and Justin Smith in 1997. Laman played tight end and defensive end on that title team. Students: $3 Halftime | Sioux Falls Jefferson 21 Harrisburg 14. EP-J broke Winner's 34-game winning streak dating to 2019, getting sweet revenge against the Warriors, who blew out the Huskies, 52-14, in the state semi-finals last year. The 1989 Thomas Jefferson High School state championship team poses for a photo at the start of that season. He even got hit by a car twice and he did it with plantar fasciitis, said his son, Dr. Andy Motz. "I never saw them get this far so you know I'm excited, see I'm nervous right now," said Grayson. It will be aired live on the GPB Knowledge Channel and streamed live on the GPB website, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Sectional championship games are officially set in our area. Notes:Jefferson again opened the season with a loss to Oconee County but then won 10 games in a row to claim the schools ninth region championship and advance to the state quarterfinals. But the District 4 champion making its state championship debut never got the chance. And now, the class 4A championship, is theirs! In 2012, the Jefferson Dragons made their first and only appearance in a state football championship game, flattening defending champions Calhoun 31-14 for the Class 2A title at the Georgia . The 1974 Aliquippa team earned a 567 rating, which would be the 3rd-highest in state history and was nearly 30 points higher than the three teams that tied for second place that season. People say, Was this unexpected? Jeffersons defense, however, would get the ball back for the offense after forcing Harrisburg into a speedy three-and-out. 2014. A Karr parent says, "Karr has been here several times. Weve probably still got some kids who are out of town.. Groups of 10+: $2/person, High School Golf Clinic presented by Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company. Grant Laman, a junior tight end on the Spartans title team and now TJs boys basketball coach, recalled Motz as a master at organization and inspiration. ", "I just saw a hole, cut back and took it to the house," Hueser said. He always had something special. Back then, the DPL contained two divisions. HERSHEY Style points arent important to Thomas Jeffersons football team, or else the Jaguars coaching staff wouldnt be wearing shorts in 40-degree weather. Timmins kick made the score 14-6. Spangler said he and the WVBOA are committed to making the game an annual event hosted by different schools. In 6A, Male is in its fifth straight championship game but hasn't won since 2018, and Bullitt East is riding a team-of-destiny aura it hopes ends with its first Kentucky state crown. However, the team went 5-3-1 and didn't play for a WPIAL title. Volmer connected with Volmer on a 35-yard TD on a fourth and nine play. Montbello went on to lose to Cherry Creek in the 1990 6A final, its third consecutive championship-game showing. A scholar, leader, coach and friend, Herman Motz, also known as Coach Motz, went 135-30-1 at Thomas Jefferson High School in a head-coaching career that began in 1976 and culminated with the Spartans winning the state title in 1989. Last year, we killed everyone, TJ senior Preston Zandier said. His wife, Patricia, recalls it differently. People were pounding on our bus, just making noise, and saying, Were going to beat you! It was something.. The Hornets finished 2022 ranked No. Published: Feb. 23, 2023 at 9:28 PM PST. Neil Devlin is a former Denver Post reporter who covered high school sports. They say this is something they've waited for, for a very long time. All seven Ohio High School Athletic Association state championship football games are set for this week in Canton. This put Jefferson into the red zone. The scoring drive was highlighted by a 48-yard scamper by Hueser that electrified the EP-J fans. Top Players: Sammy Elegreet (WR), Garmon Randolph (LB/TE). Each win brought the team closer and closer to their goal. The Dragons defeated Pepperell 49-0 in the first round of state but fell to Blessed Trinity in the second round. West Jefferson is coming off a 4-6 season with Willie Brooks as head coach. Northside pair signs with D-II Concord football. He told us that it was about American Indian tribes. Amos said he likely will move to the heavyweight division in college. Northsides Tra Jackson carries the ball while receiving a block from Hayden Porterfield during a game against William Byrd. The senior running back had 17 carries for 205. It doesnt say how you got it.. Richmond's John Marshall boys basketball reclaims No. The Dragons lost an early season game to the Bulldogs and then saw them again in the state semifinals, where Thomson took a 27-6 victory. 3950 S Holly St, Denver, CO 80237 (720) 423-7000 Hueser, named the Joe Robbie Most Valuable Player,rushed for 119 yards on 14 carries, and scored two touchdowns. Fax: 417-889-2761, MondaySaturday Sioux City Easts Fitzy Grant completes 3-point play against Norwalk. The Maize rushing attack helped propel the Eagles to the Class 5A state championship game on Saturday. "Our offensive line is the best in the state.". Six football teams will be crowned KHSAA state champions between Friday and Saturday. The Jaguars previously won state titles in 2004, 07, 08 and 19, all with Cherpak as coach. MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Spangler said he expects approximately 23 boys and 18 girls to participate. Ninety-nine times out of 100 when we walked on the field, Adkins said, we knew we were going to win. The list of Jays who went on to play in the NFL features Brown (Atlanta Falcons), Jerry Crumpler (Dallas Cowboys), Dennis Meyer (Pittsburgh Steelers), Shorthose (Miami Dolphins, Kansas City Chiefs, Denver Broncos), Don Webb (then-Boston Patriots), Smith (Cincinnati Bengals, San Francisco49ers), Steve Martin (Indianapolis Colts, Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets, Chiefs, Patriots, Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, Minnesota Vikings), Kirk Farmer (St. Louis Rams, Chiefs), Justin Gage (Chicago Bears, Tennessee Titans) and Sylvester Williams (Broncos, Titans, Dolphins and currently with the Los Angeles Chargers). Brandon (11-2) vs. Madison Central (12-1) , 7 p.m . The Huskies held the Warriors to 207 yards rushing. CEDAR FALLS, Iowa Its defense bent more than it has all season, but didn't break. Saturday, November 28, 2020 | 6:27 PM. Jefferson Davis County 25-15 Noxubee County: 4A : 12/7/2019 Corinth 55-21 Poplarville: 5A : 12/7/2019 West Point 38-26 Picayune: 6A : More: OC's West Weeks has one more high school game. Girls Alleghanys Rachel Hepler and Murray McClung; Auburns Sydney Rorrer; Blacksburgs Chris Martin; Carroll Countys Haley Turman; Cave Springs Taylor White and Cait Flippen; Craig Countys Grace Faw and Logan Stevens; Floyd Countys Ragan Wiseman and Natalie Boothe; Glenvars Haley Green; Hidden Valleys Hailey Singleton; Lord Botetourts Molly Hassell; Parry McCluers Reba Wilhelm and Mackenzie Wheeler; Salems Maia Foley; and William Flemings Nadjae Stokes, Cienna Bryant, T.K. Alumni Pat Bode says, "This game is like the Saints going to the Superbowl. At Florida State University High School: 8/27: Thomasville: 9/03: Lake Placid High School, FL: 9/10: Godby High School: 9/24: . I always had respect for the guy. He also spent 2012 and 2013 as the News and Sports Director of KSDJ Radio in Brookings, SD. Elk Point-Jefferson football fans are expected to pack the stands at the DakotaDome in nearby Vermillion for the Huskies' title matchup with t, The fight never left the Woodbury Central Wildcats as they fell to Grundy Center, 49-20, in the Class A semifinals, Thursday. The Warriors certainly have a big support system. Pat Bode says, "We got like from early '70s to late '80s to right now, to the 2014s, and we're all here to support East Jefferson.". But TJ couldnt put the game away until the clock hit zeroes. This is a parent-led Facebook fan page of Jefferson High School (WV) Football Here are the pairings for the title games slated for Dec. 3-4 at Southern Miss. Bellevue High won the national championship in 2012 with arguably the greatest high school football player in state history on its roster future UCLA star and NFL linebacker Myles Jack. And then, reverse the stroll at days end. Jersey Shore scored with 34 seconds left and then recovered an onside kick, but its final drive stalled 21 yards from the end zone as time expired. Our coaches were the best teachers of fundamentals at any level. Please subscribe to keep reading. They will serve as head coaches for the two boys basketball teams that will take part in the Bright Services Western Virginia Basketball Officials Association all-star game at 4 p.m. at Patrick Henry High School. Which is exactly the case and a perfect setting for home-field advantage. 24. I definitely like both programs and the direction theyre going in, he said. Besides giving Jefferson its only state crown, the game also provided a bit of revenge as the Yellow Jackets had beaten the Dragons 39-6 in the first round of the 2011 playoffs. Volmer's pass to Bartles gave the Warriors a two-point conversion, knotting the score at 14-14. Forty-six years after leading Jefferson High School to the 1970 Group AAA boys basketball championship, former Magicians stars Mike Franklin and Ron Marsh will be back on the court Sunday. 1 Marist at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta. The following week's games will be played at SHI . "To havea big body, a great player back for the state championship, thats invaluable," Terry said. 3. Congratulations to TJ Football: 2020-2021 State Champions! "We knew this was going to be the matchup for the state finals and we were ready for them.". VERMILLION, S.D. Jefferson City Football was the first to win 10 state titles (1976, 1977, 1978, 1984, 1988, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1994 and 1997) in Missouri high school history. . This was maybe the most unlikely of the five. It's a feat many, including school alumni, never thought they'd see. I said all right, lets try to run a counter on the back side," he said. Website by Schilling/Sellmeyer. Tennessee's Alcoa High School enters 2022 with the long active state championship streak in America. Not already a subscriber? Missouri State High School Activities Association MSHSAA Test Site MSHSAA Facebook Page MSHSAA Twitter Page MSHSAA Instagram Page. -- LucasHueser broke off a 31-scoring run late in the fourth quarter as Elk Point-Jefferson upset top-ranked Winner, 21-14, Friday for the school's first state football championship. Friday's games. Any concerns about Fornia being at full strength were quickly answered on Winner's first play from scrimmage when the senior stopped Winner leading rusher Riley Orel for no gain. 2016. Players and parents: sign up for Remind to receive updates. Jefferson ranked No. Springfield, Missouri 65809, 417-889-3100 or 1-800-498-5678 We wanted to do it at PH this time because we have a Jefferson flavor, Spangler said. The Louisville area will have its eyes on two games in particular: Christian Academy vs. Bardstown and Male vs. Bullitt East. Harrisburg tried to work the ball downfield to tie it back up before the break, but it was to no avail. He coached Washington-Marion to a 4-6 record in 2018. You have permission to edit this article. Ben Swarte, named the Most Outstanding Back, rushed 15 times for 81 yards. He is a graduate of South Dakota State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism Broadcasting and a minor in Leadership. Lionel Messi named men's Player of the Year at the 2022 Best FIFA Awards, LeBron James is facing weeks on the sidelines after foot injury. Class 5 Third Place C5 3rd Place. And they dominated the DPS that year.. Thomas Jeffersons DeRon VanBibber celebrates his touchdown next to Jersey Shores Connor Davis during the PIAA Class 4A state championship game on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, at Hersheypark Stadium. 12 McKeesport in the seventh-place game Tuesday night, claiming the WPIAL's seventh and final spot in the PIAA playoff field in Class 5A.. Caden Kaiser added 11 the Foxes (15-11). Pugh completed 13 of 29 passes for 179 yards and one touchdown. Poindexter and Tab Green. Elk Point-Jefferson captures first state football championship, upsets Winner, 21-14. Thomas Jeffersons DeRon VanBibber celebrates after breaking up a pass during the fourth quarter of the PIAA Class 4A state championship game against Jersey Shore on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, at Hersheypark Stadium. Thomas Jefferson High School's Grant Laman on Thursday displays the state championship trophy the Spartans won in 1989. If Javascript is disabled browser, to place orders please visit the page where our photos are available to purchase. He had 61-yards rushing, 203-yards passing, and was named the Joe Robbie MVP. Kansas City Celebrity Golf Classic presented by Hillyard, Inc. Lake of the Ozarks Celebrity Golf Classic presented by Missouri Eagle, Springfield Celebrity Golf Classic presented by Great Southern Bank -- Sunday Round, Womens Sports Luncheon draws crowd of 500, Honorees set for Womens Sports Luncheon on March 1. The Tornadoes won their seventh straight state championship in 2021, finishing the. "Weve been working toward this goal since we were in youth football, all of the hours we put in the weight room this summer," Hueser said. 12:00 pm4:00 pm, Adults: $5 The Foxes jumped out to a 23-0 lead in the first quarter, then held off Thurston 26-20 on. Every time you went to the film room, you saw those pictures of all those undefeated teams, and you knew all those guys were looking at you and making sure you were playing well.. ", Their opponentEast Jeffersona team that's never made it to a championship game, ever in the school's history. 11. Written on Murgas shoes was the jersey number of former teammate Jeno Moretti, a Jefferson Hills teen whos missing. Herman? Between losses to Thomson, Jefferson clicked off a 10-game winning streak. Those championship season. Boys Auburns Zach Rutledge and Lucas Kenley; Bath Countys Derek Oliver; Blacksburgs Hank Skutt; Carroll Countys Jordan Combs; Cave Springs Brody Hicks and Mason Reyer; Craig Countys Kevin Swingle; Floyd Countys Michael Osborne and Evan Davis; Franklin Countys Nick Guadarrama and Elijah Vieira; James Rivers Dakota Anderson; Lord Botetourts Ryan Fralin and Joe Mikalauskas; North Cross Peyton Bailey and Jordan Lowery; Northsides Kendrick Tucker, Carlos Basham and George Bright; Pulaski Countys Isaac Poe and Miguel Garcia; Radfords Marcus Finley, Isiah Morton and Heth Grant; Roanoke Catholics Ethan Tait; Rockbridge Countys Shameik Ware; William Byrds Damon Childress; and William Flemings Tyrell Adams and James Hagins. From this field rose one of arguably the first behemoths of Missouri prep football, and the results are why the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame proudly inducted the Jefferson City Jays Football Program with the Class of 2019. Wildcats head co. High School | Home of the Spartans. We just outworked everybody and had more desire to be the best, said Pete Adkins, the programs longtime coach how not only was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame in 1986 but was honored as a Missouri Sports Legend with a sculptor creating a bust, specially cast in bronze, that sits on the Hall of Fames Legends Walkway with so many other big names. 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Since that time, Jefferson has reached the state semifinals one time (2016) and has played in the quarterfinals four times (2013, 2014, 2017, 2018). Terry said his players remained confident after giving up the tying TD. After Carson Timmins PAT, the Huskies led 7-0. The Jaguars never trailed and seemed in control throughout behind a stifling defense that held Jersey Shore to minus-66 rushing yards with seven sacks. 2023 Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. Jefferson City Football was the first to win 10 state titles (1976, 1977, 1978, 1984, 1988, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1994 and 1997) in Missouri high school history. Odessa 21, San Antonio Jefferson 14 1947 San Antonio Brackenridge 22, Highland Park (Dallas) 13 1948 City - Fort Worth Arlington Heights 20, Houston Lamar 0 2A - Waco 21, Amarillo 0 1A - Monahans 14, New Braunfels 0 1949 City - San Antonio Jefferson 31, Dallas Sunset 13 2A - Wichita Falls 34, Austin 13 1A - Littlefield 13, Mexia 0 1950 Class 4A Louisiana High School Football State Championship Games. Leto placed 14th with a personal . And now Terry Walker is carrying the torch as the teams latest coach. Zandier and DeRon VanBibber also scored for the Jaguars, who led 21-7 with less than 6 minutes left. After the kickoff, the Huskies marched down the field, calling six run plays to reach the Winner 31-yard line. Hunter Geary returned a short kickoff 16 yards to the EP-J 40. Who makes the best hot chicken sandwich in Denver? Bay Springs (11-3) vs. Simmons (13-0), 3 p.m. Class 6A. New Orleans -- For the first time ever, the East Jefferson High School Warriors win a state championship. High School Championship Rings Celebrating champions at every level Capture the Story of your Championship Season with a stunning personalized piece of jewelry handcrafted in North America. Our desire is to build strong moral character and academic excellence in the student/athletes while seeking . In the last eight years, the Dragons have gone 84-16 overall with a 41-4 mark in region play. Jersey Shore had only 11 yards from scrimmage in the first half, but its rally started in the third quarter with a 51-yard interception return touchdown. 5:54. and St. Pius X, which tilted the region championship to the Golden Lions. You can contact Chris by email at charlan@triblive.com or via Twitter . I dont like blowing teams out. Visiting teams probably sense theyre up against all of the Jays tradition towering from behind the grandstands. PUEBLO Thomas Jefferson had a chance to tie Gateway in the closing moments of the Class 4A spring football state championship game when coach Mike Griebel decided to gamble. Newton High School guard Stephon Castle can add another bullet point to his lengthy resume after making the final roster for the 2023 McDonalds All-American Game. Notes: The region championship came down to Jeffersons late November game at Oconee County and the host Warriors prevailed to claim the crown. Thomas Jeffersons Ian Hansen catches a pass in front of Jersey Shores Cam Allison during the first quarter of the PIAA Class 4A state championship game on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, at Hersheypark Stadium. More: Jefferson's Malaki Starks has career night to lead Dragons over Benedictine in state semis, Top Players: Zack Boobas (DB), Caleb Chandler (OL), Hayden Kilgore (K), Dontae Wilson (DL), Colby Wood (RB). Ruth Grayson has children and grand-children who went to East Jeff, but it's now her great-grandson who she's here to cheer on at the state championships! Mountain Island Ch. In the postseason, the Dragons wailed on Sonoraville, thumped Appling County and were narrowly eliminated by Crisp County. Tony Grosso coached from 2002 to 2005. It's the first state football title for the Cavaliers in their second season of existence as a high school. Every day was a story, former Jays player George Shorthose once told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Taylen Ashley scored four touchdowns in the game for Jefferson two rushing and two passing. Thomas Jeffersons Preston Zandier celebrates after the Jaguars defeated Jersey Shore, 21-14, in the PIAA Class 4A state championship game on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, at Hersheypark Stadium. Tournament Game 2022 New Jersey High School Football Playoff Brackets: NJSIAA Group 2 Jefferson Township 3 Westwood 40 Final Box Score Tournament Bracket Nov 5, 2022 @ 1:17am Stats Updated In just over seven minutes, Winner drove 40 yards in 14 plays, which included two successful fourth down conversions. GPB Sports Reporter Hannah Goodin caught up with Southwest DeKalb girls basketball coach Kathleen Richey-Walton to talk about everything from the Panthers playoff run, her numerous state championships and her proudest accomplishments as a coach. EP-J's Jakob Scarmon came up with a big play, intercepting a Blake Volmer pass intended for Riley Orel. I have a tall frame. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. After the. [1] There have been seven ties for state champion. 1896-- Ann Arbor, Detroit Central, and Grand Rapids . Ron Cole coached the Jays to the 1997 state championship as well as a 1998 state runner-up and three state semifinal berths (1996, 1999, 2001). Georgia Public Radio GPTV, Ways to Watch GPB's Coverage of the GHSA Basketball Championships, 10 Questions With Southwest DeKalb Girls Basketball Coach Kathleen Richey-Walton, 2023 Basketball Spotlight: Newton 5-Star Stephon Castle, GHSA Football Championship Stadium Announcement, 7A State Final: Mill Creek vs. Carrollton, 5A State Final: Warner Robins vs. Ware County, 3A State Final: Cedar Grove vs. Sandy Creek. Thomas Jeffersons Conner Murga carries for a first down during the PIAA Class 4A state championship game against Jersey Shore on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, at Hersheypark Stadium. Their efforts led to Adkins owning the best winning percentage in the country for a coach with 100 or more games. One game will be . There will be no practice sessions for the players, who will wear their own home or away jerseys. TJ had 13 tackles for a loss and sacked Wheary seven times. GLENCOE 1994. Creek had won multiple state titles in the decade but TJ prevailed in the quarterfinals, 28-15, in what turned out to be legendary Bruins coach Fred Tesones final game. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. In fact, the program has played in 23 state semifinals and also has two state runners-up to its name stemming from the 1979 and 1998 seasons. Obviously, you want to come and play well, but in the long run it doesnt say the score on the trophy, TJ coach Bill Cherpak said. The Tigers offense sputtered on their next possession, which gave Jefferson the ball back with a chance to take the lead before the break. I say I felt more like it was unlikely almost, Cherpak said. Notes: Now back in Class 3A, Jefferson lost its opener to Oconee County, then reeled off seven victories in a row before falling to Monroe Area in late October for the region championship. Elk Point-Jefferson faces off against Winner High School in the South Dakota High School Activities Association football Class 11B championship. Between 1958 and 1995, his Jefferson City teams were 348-48-2 he won 405 games overall counting his first job at Centralia High School and the Jays walked across the sports page with a swagger that was certainly earned. A short punt gave the Cavaliers the ball on the Tigers side of the 50. The Ohio high school football season concludes this weekend with OHSAA state championship games. It's championship weekend in Lexington, Kentucky. If these guys listened and would follow us, good things would happen., Tags: Jefferson City Jays Football Program. Thomas Jeffersons Preston Zandier (right) celebrates with Jack Konick after the Jaguars defeated Jersey Shore, 21-14, in the PIAA Class 4A state championship game on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, at Hersheypark Stadium. After a victory at home over White County in the first round of the state playoffs, the Dragons made treks to Ridgeland (a 28-21 win) and Mary Persons (a 51-32 loss in the quarterfinals). Jefferson received to start the second half, and they wasted no time getting back into the scoring column. Cave Spring senior Cody Amos, who capped his second straight undefeated season by repeating as VHSL Group 3A champion at 220 pounds, said he has narrowed his choice for college to Virginia Tech or Old Dominion. The lead had been only seven points before VanBibber scored on a 4-yard run in the fourth quarter. Every day, he figured out what he would do. Motz would trudge west on Hampden Avenue, cross the bridge over Interstate 25 and take a left to go up the hill on Holly Street. Lucas Robinson | Wisconsin State Journal. Kepley, who starred at North Carolina in the late 1950s and early 1960s before returning to Roanoke to coach at Jefferson and Patrick Henry, is expected to toss up the ceremonial jump ball before the boys game. Those were really the days, Tesone said. Home; About Me; Contact; Baseball; Softball; Boys Basketball; Girls Basketball; Football. I saw the ball going low and I just dove right at it," Scarmon said. Winner drove deep into EP-J territory at the end of the half, but Carson Keiser's 35-yard field goal try was short. Elk Point-Jefferson's Lucas Hueser carries the ball during the Class 11B state football championship against Winner in the Dakota Dome Friday. High school notebook: 1970 Jefferson state champs to coach all-star teams. He used to tell me he thought we would win it, she said. 79, saw its 58-game win streak come to an end in 2022, but finished strong to capture . 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