2011 HS Football Thread

Charlotte 49er Football 🏈 Football Recruiting
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With our team kicking off in 2 years, we all now have a renewed interest in local HS football. Many of us have talked about going to local games as a group spreading the word of 49er football, and maybe seeing a future 49er in action.

I saw that the Observer has started it’s “Sweet 16” Countdown and thought it would be a good start to this thread. I don’t know who, if anyone we are recruiting on these teams, so if you have info feel free to add it.

#16 Albermarle Bulldogs

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/07/31/2494374/the-2011-preseason-sweet-16-football.html

Last year: 12-4, 5-2 Yadkin Valley 1A (N.C. 1AA champions)

Three to watch: WR Desi Dockery (5-foot-8, 160), Sr. Leading receiver for an explosive offense. … OLB Freddie Parker (6-0, 190), Sr. Was defensive MVP in state final and won the 100 meters at 1A state track championships during May. … FB Trenton Stanback (5-11, 190), Sr. Stanback will be looked at to help lead a stout running attack.

Schedule:
Aug. 19, West Stokes;
26, West Stanly;
Sept. 2, at North Stanly;
Sept. 9, at Mt. Pleasant;
16, at Chatham Central;
23, West Montgomery;
30, at South Davidson;
Oct. 7, North Rowan;
14, at East Montgomery;
21, North Moore;
28, South Stanly.

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A good preview article from this weekend:

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/07/30/2492726/kickoff-is-just-around-the-corner.html

[b]Top area recruits[/b]

Jonathan Bullard, Crest, Sr., DE: Big South Defensive Player of the Year had 106 tackles, 30.5 tackles for a loss and five fumbles caused last season. Colleges recruiting: Alabama, Auburn, Clemson, Florida, Miami (Fla), Nebraska, North Carolina, N.C. State, South Carolina, Tennessee.

Riley Ferguson, Butler, Jr., QB: Led the 2010 state champions to more than 45 points per game, throwing for 2,900 yards and 24 touchdowns. He has eight other offensive starters back with him. Has offers from Clemson, LSU, Michigan.

D.J. Humphries, Mallard Creek, Sr., OL: Possibly the No. 1 recruit in the state and top 20 in many national polls. Will anchor a large Mavericks’ offensive line. Colleges recruiting: Florida, South Carolina, Tennessee, Auburn, Clemson, Georgia., North Carolina, N.C. State.

Carlos Watkins, Chase, Sr., DE: 50 tackles, 14 sacks and 29 tackles for a loss last season. He rushed 65 times for 270 yards and caught 11 passes for 237. Colleges recruiting: Alabama, Arkansas, Baylor, Miami (Fla), Michigan, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Syracuse, Tennessee.

Others: Germone Hopper, Berry (Sr., WR/RB); Rhaheim Ledbetter, Crest (Sr. safety); Nick Dawson, Berry (Sr., LB); Terrance Knox, Concord (Sr. TE); B.J. Beecher, Concord (Jr., QB); Desmond Jackson, West Rowan (Jr., RB); Uriah LeMay, Butler (Jr., WR); Jay Jay McCullough (Fort Mill Nation Ford, Sr., TE).

Undercover stars (players you don’t know … yet)

John Brockington, Garinger all-purpose player: Rarely comes off the field and helped his team to a memorable 7-5 season last year. All-conference pick ran for 166 yards, had 615 receiving yards and eight scores. Had four interceptions on defense, returned 19 punts for 12.3 average and kicked 15 PATs and a field goal.

Tyler Chadwick, Marvin Ridge QB: Coach’s son and star baseball pitcher threw for 2,670 total to go with 21 TDs in 2010. He’s 16-5 as a starter.

Michael Cunningham, Lincolnton running back/linebacker: Southern Piedmont 1A/2A player of the year ran for more than 300 yards and had 105 tackles, 16 for loss and seven sacks on defense. He also returned three punts for TDs and two kickoff returns for scores.

Evan Guest, Independence QB: Added 20 pounds of muscle since throwing for 2,733 yards and 23 touchdowns last season.
Peter Kalambayi, Butler linebacker: 6-3, 230-pound junior is another in a long line of stars at linebacker at Butler.

Sam Shisso, East Mecklenburg receiver: Great size (6-4, 205) and averaged more than 17 yards per catch last season. He’s committed to Miami of Ohio.

Quataye Smyre, South Iredell receiver: East Carolina recruit scored every 3.2 times he had the ball last season. Finished with 749 yards receiving, 12 touchdowns and a 20.81 per catch average.

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I can not wait for Aug 19th. I’ve been going to a high school game in the area every Friday night for the past 10 years or so.

Week 1 may have the biggest game of the year - Butler @ Mallard Creek. Both will easily be ranked in the top 5 in 4A, maybe the top 2. Also, West Rowan travels to Mooresville the 1st Friday.

The best info on NC high school football can be found here - NCPreps.com. I stay mostly on the 3A board though cause that’s what my high school is.

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Reaching out to get target info to come up with a good schedule. Unfortunately the limited info out there is all from this board.

Go hough huskies in the mean time.

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#15 Lincolnton Wolves

http://prepinsiders.blogspot.com/2011/08/2011-preseason-sweet-16-football-poll.html

[b]Three to watch: [/b] FB/WB/PR/KR Michael Cunningham (6-0, 205), Sr.: NCPreps preseason 2A All-State as a specialist. All-around, versatile athlete who can run and catch the ball out of the backfield, but he’s more dangerous returning kicks and in the secondary (scored three TDs by interception, returned a fumble and blocked punt for two more scores). FB Dee Littlejohn (6-1, 220), Sr.: Big, strong, fast fullback who can outrun most people in the secondary. WB/QB/WR Jalen Littlejohn (6-2, 180), Sr.: Can play multiple positions not just on offense, but defense (OLB, CB, S), as well, and is one of the main leaders on both sides of the ball. 
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Aug.: 19, at Maiden;
26, Belmont South Point;
Sept.: 2, Lake Norman Charter;
9, at Shelby;
16, Gastonia Forestview;
23 Gastonia Highland Tech;
Sep. 30, East Lincoln;
Oct. 7, at Cherryville;
14, at Bessemer City;
21, North Lincoln;
28, at West Lincoln.

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I’ve been going to HS games since I graduated from HS wayyy back in the day. I’ll be paying more attention now to potential future NINERS. I know one kid who’s a jr. this year and has told his parents he wants to be an original NINER after his sr. year. We’ll see. I cannot divulge his name or school, however. Stay tuned

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#14- Independence Patriots

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/08/02/2499079/sweet-16-no-14-independence.html

Three to watch:

QB Evan Guest (6-2, 180), Sr. He has gained 20 pounds through a relentless workout routine.

LB Kahlil Gonzales (5-9, 170) Sr. Coach Bill Geiler calls him the “leader of the whole program.”

CB Jack Tocho (5-11, 185) Jr. Moved from linebacker to secondary and has excellent speed.

Schedule:

Aug. 19, at Hough;
Aug. 26, at North Mecklenburg;
Sept. 2, Vance;
Sept. 9, West Charlotte;
Sept. 16, at East Mecklenburg;
Sept. 23, Ardrey Kell;
Sept. 30, at Providence;
Oct. 6, South Mecklenburg;
Oct. 14, Rocky River;
Oct. 21, at Myers Park;
Oct. 28, Butler.

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#13 - Sun Valley Spartans

http://prepinsiders.blogspot.com/2011/08/2011-preseason-sweet-16-football-poll_03.html

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Three to watch:

C Jarred Barr, 6-3, 270, Sr. College recruit has had a strong summer and will anchor the offensive line.

WR/QB Kevin Saxton, 6-3, 180, Jr. Big-time athlete who filled in for QB Ryan Smith last season and has great hands.

LB Luke Gill, 6-0, 190, Jr. Played a lot last season as sophomore reserve in multiple positions. Stein expects him to have a big year.

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Schedule:

Aug. 19, at Richmond Senior;
Aug. 26, Mallard Creek;
Sept. 2, idle;
Sept. 9 Garinger;
Sept. 16, Red Springs;
Sept. 23, at Clover;
Sept. 30, at Anson;
Oct. 7, at Marvin Ridge;
Oct. 14, Parkwood;
Oct. 21, @ Weddington;
Oct. 28, Porter Ridge.

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#12 - Burns Bulldogs

http://obsprepspot.blogspot.com/2011/08/2011-preseason-sweet-16-football-poll.html

[b]Three to watch: [/b]QB Brandon Littlejohn (5-11, 175) Sr.: Passed for 2,287 yards and 39 touchdowns last season.

RB Darius Ramsey (5-8, 175) Sr.: Averaged 6.83 yards per carry and is the Bulldogs’ dynamo.

NG Tank Ramseur (5-10, 285) Sr.: He creates a variety of problems for opponents with his presence along the line.

Schedule: Aug. 19, Crest; Aug. 26, @ Kings Mountain; Sept. 2, Mooresville; Sept. 9, @ South Point; Sept. 16, Q-Foundation; Sept. 23, @ Freedom; Sept. 30, @ Chase; Oct. 7, East Rutherford; Oct. 14, Patton; Oct. 21, @ RS Central; Oct. 28, Shelby.
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Sun Valley’s schedule is absolutely ridiculous. They almost had Butler in Week 3 too.

Week 1 of HS Football around here is going to be crazy. Just off the top of my head -

Butler @ Mallard Creek
Crest @ Burns
West Rowan @ Mooresville
Sun Valley @ Richmond Co.

Those are some big time match-ups for the first week of the season.

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[quote=“N1NER, post:10, topic:25584”]Sun Valley’s schedule is absolutely ridiculous. They almost had Butler in Week 3 too.

Week 1 of HS Football around here is going to be crazy. Just off the top of my head -

Butler @ Mallard Creek
Crest @ Burns
West Rowan @ Mooresville
Sun Valley @ Richmond Co.

Those are some big time match-ups for the first week of the season.[/quote]

I’m thinking that Mallard Creek- Butler might be the first stop on our HS Football tour. Who else is up for meeting out at this game? Do they allow tailgating at HS games?

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#11 Hibriten Panthers

http://obsprepspot.blogspot.com/2011/08/2011-preseason-sweet-16-football-poll_05.html

Three to watch

CB/RB Julius Gaines (Sr. 6-1, 175): Game-changer with decent speed and great instincts

C Nathaan Schultz (Sr. 5-10, 257): Has athleticism and will be a leader on the offensive line

TE/LB Daniel Osborne (Sr. 6-2, 231): Will mentor a young linebacking corps and could move into spot at defensive end if young, talented unit featuring three sophomores matures quickly.

[b]Schedule: [/b]Aug. 19, East Burke; 26, Tuscola, Sept. 2, at West Caldwell, 9, at Patton, 16, at South Caldwell, 23, Davie County, 30, St. Stephens, Oct. 7, at Fred T. Foard, 14, Hickory, 21, at Watauga, 28, Alexander.
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[quote=“Mr. Bojangles, post:9, topic:25584”]#12 - Burns Bulldogs

http://obsprepspot.blogspot.com/2011/08/2011-preseason-sweet-16-football-poll.html

[b]Three to watch: [/b]QB Brandon Littlejohn (5-11, 175) Sr.: Passed for 2,287 yards and 39 touchdowns last season.

RB Darius Ramsey (5-8, 175) Sr.: Averaged 6.83 yards per carry and is the Bulldogs’ dynamo.

NG Tank Ramseur (5-10, 285) Sr.: He creates a variety of problems for opponents with his presence along the line.

Schedule: Aug. 19, Crest; Aug. 26, @ Kings Mountain; Sept. 2, Mooresville; Sept. 9, @ South Point; Sept. 16, Q-Foundation; Sept. 23, @ Freedom; Sept. 30, @ Chase; Oct. 7, East Rutherford; Oct. 14, Patton; Oct. 21, @ RS Central; Oct. 28, Shelby.
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The HS I went to. That’s the best team we’ve had since 03.

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#10- Rock Hill South Pointe

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/08/06/2510282/new-look-suits-faster-squad.html

Three to watch:

DB/WR Tay Hicklin (Sr., 6-1, 175)
DB/WR Montay Crockett (Sr., 6-1, 175)
DB/WR Corey Neely (Sr., 6-1, 170)

Schedule:

Aug. 26, Northwestern;
Sept. 2, at Airborne for Christ;
10, West Rowan;
16, at Rock Hill;
23, Spartanburg;
30, at Fort Mill;
Oct. 7, at Fort Mill Nation Ford;
14, Fairfield Central;
21, at Chester;
28, York

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#9- Belmont South Point

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/08/07/2511920/raiders-look-to-avenge-early-ouster.html

Three to watch:

OT Jeffrey Lawing, 6-3, 235, Sr.: The three-time all-conference player anchors a strong offensive line.

WR/DB Justus Watkins, 6-1, 180, Sr.: Probably the Red Raiders’ most talented offensive player; has game-breaking ability.

RB Devon Robbins, 5-11, 170, Jr.: Also a kick returner, he’s been timed close to 4.4 seconds in the 40-yard dash.

Schedule:

Aug. 19 Clover (S.C.);
Aug. 26, at Lincolnton;
Sept. 2, East Gaston;
Sept. 9, Lawndale Burns;
Sept. 16, Kings Mountain;
Sept. 23, at Gastonia Huss;
Sept. 30, Gastonia Ashbrook;
Oct. 7, at Gastonia Forestview;
Oct. 21, at North Gaston;
Oct. 28, Boiling Springs Crest

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[quote=“Mr. Bojangles, post:15, topic:25584”]#9- Belmont South Point

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/08/07/2511920/raiders-look-to-avenge-early-ouster.html

Three to watch:

OT Jeffrey Lawing, 6-3, 235, Sr.: The three-time all-conference player anchors a strong offensive line.

WR/DB Justus Watkins, 6-1, 180, Sr.: Probably the Red Raiders’ most talented offensive player; has game-breaking ability.

RB Devon Robbins, 5-11, 170, Jr.: Also a kick returner, he’s been timed close to 4.4 seconds in the 40-yard dash.

Schedule:

Aug. 19 Clover (S.C.);
Aug. 26, at Lincolnton;
Sept. 2, East Gaston;
Sept. 9, Lawndale Burns;
Sept. 16, Kings Mountain;
Sept. 23, at Gastonia Huss;
Sept. 30, Gastonia Ashbrook;
Oct. 7, at Gastonia Forestview;
Oct. 21, at North Gaston;
Oct. 28, Boiling Springs Crest

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OH HELL YEAH!

GO BIG RED!

Anyone that wants to come to Belmont to watch the Raiders whip some ass just give me a call!

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#8- A. L. Brown

http://obsprepspot.blogspot.com/2011/08/2011-preseason-sweet-16-football-poll_08.html

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Three to watch
RB Damien Washington (6-1, 190), Sr.: Great athlete will play RB, QB, WR. Offers from UNC, William & Mary and Richmond

DE Gerald Holt (6-3, 250), Sr.: Fast as a linebacker and solid player. Newsome calls him a “great leader.”

OL Hunter Morris (6-2, 250), Sr.: Smart center makes all calls and is strong long snapper and college recruit. Good student.

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Schedule:

Aug. 19, Shelby;
Aug. 26, at S. Rowan;
Sept. 2, Rocky River;
Sept. 9, at Porter Ridge;
Sept. 16, at JM Robinson;
Sept. 23, Central Cabarrus;
Sept. 30, Cox Mill;
Oct. 7, at Mt Pleasant;
Oct. 14, Hickory Ridge;
Oct. 21, at NW Cabarrus;
Oct. 28, Concord

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[quote=“NinerWupAss, post:16, topic:25584”][quote=“Mr. Bojangles, post:15, topic:25584”]#9- Belmont South Point

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/08/07/2511920/raiders-look-to-avenge-early-ouster.html

Three to watch:

OT Jeffrey Lawing, 6-3, 235, Sr.: The three-time all-conference player anchors a strong offensive line.

WR/DB Justus Watkins, 6-1, 180, Sr.: Probably the Red Raiders’ most talented offensive player; has game-breaking ability.

RB Devon Robbins, 5-11, 170, Jr.: Also a kick returner, he’s been timed close to 4.4 seconds in the 40-yard dash.

Schedule:

Aug. 19 Clover (S.C.);
Aug. 26, at Lincolnton;
Sept. 2, East Gaston;
Sept. 9, Lawndale Burns;
Sept. 16, Kings Mountain;
Sept. 23, at Gastonia Huss;
Sept. 30, Gastonia Ashbrook;
Oct. 7, at Gastonia Forestview;
Oct. 21, at North Gaston;
Oct. 28, Boiling Springs Crest

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OH HELL YEAH!

GO BIG RED!

Anyone that wants to come to Belmont to watch the Raiders whip some ass just give me a call![/quote]

I might come on up on the 9th, but I’ll be on the visitors side ;D . Last time I went to SP, you guys came back in the 4th quarter and beat us, but that was at least 5 years ago.

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Well here is to hoping your next trip is just as positive as your last! 8)

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#7- Rock Hill Northwestern

http://obsprepspot.blogspot.com/2011/08/preseason-sweet-16-no-7-rock-hill.html

Three to watch

WR B.J. Boyd (Sr. 6-0, 170): Smart receiver who should be Trojans’ No. 1 target this season

DB Josh Shelton (Sr., 5-9, 160): Top cover cornerback and expected to be leader of defense this year

RB Lathomas Long (Jr., 5-10, 170): Dual threat back who will get plenty of touches in Air Raid offense

[b] Schedule:

Aug. 26, at South Pointe,
Sept. 2, at York,
9, at Ridge View,
16, at Blythewood,
23, Nation Ford,
30, North Augusta,
Oct. 7, Spartanburg,
13, Lancaster,
21, at Clover,
28, at Gaffney,
Nov. 4, Rock Hill.

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