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Maybe in the "Moron's HS Football Handbook", but in a system that is governed a bit more equitably, only an idiot of a Commissioner would allow the participants to form the teams ... unless the goal is to put most spectators to sleep.That's always going to be the case.
What was it that happened to Johnnie Lang?... Neither Raymond Thomas or Octavious James would have started for Manatee this year if Johnnie Lang was still with the team...
Not so fast my friend.................do you honestly think Manatee matched up to STA at the skilled position in the semi-finals the year they knock them off in the semis? About the only thing Manatee matched up against STA that game was Manatee's defensive front against STA's Offensive front. A pick-6 and two Ace Sanders big plays were the difference that game. I remember texting Wavebb during the game with score updates...(because he thought Manatee didn't stand a chance, so he passed on coming to the game), he was in complete shock every time I provided an update.Neither Raymond Thomas or Octavious James would have started for Manatee this year if Johnnie Lang was still with the team. Like Gatorman said, they both transfered for playing time. Can't blame them. They both would have spot played or would have been moved to another position.
FLABOY941, I disagree! Manatee would match up with Braden River up front. Manatee's team speed and skill players would be the difference! Braden River isn't equal to Manatee in that area yet! There is a reason they didn't want play Manatee! So we will never know! Braden River will not beat Dwyer or STA in 7A!
Advice for gatorman001: When tryin to communicate wiff Wave, always call, never text. Wave's hearin fine, but he aint worff a damn at readin.... I remember texting Wavebb during the game with scores ... he was in complete shock every time I provided an update ...
That I like ... Manatee under Kinnan was my Fla HS team.. They came to play, lost two OOS games in 2011 then roared back and won the states.. Always under Joe there were a threat and only once that I recall got blown out by STA..It may be unfair and somewhat unrealistic to think that Booth will duplicate Kinnan's success. It may be okay to set the bar high but he will not do what Kinnan did. As far as IMG goes, they are useless. They can't compete for a state championship so to me, that defeats the purpose of high school sports. Their resources and facilities are second to none but it's a manufactured team with no brotherhood. They are not hurting Manatee at all.
He's certainly not the only local coach who has enjoyed a certain level of professional success while maintaining a questionable modicum of integrity.Kinnan is an ass.
As my other post referenced, great x and o's coach, but one Kinnan in a lifetime is enough. There are a lot of coaches like him past and present and they do understand the difference. Great teams and championships, but a lot of shenanigans got the ball rolling and kept it going. Probably no different then other programs in the state that are consistent playoff teams over multiple years.From my experience with Coach Kinnan, he is a great guy. He gets the most out of his players and ran a structured football program. He's a legend when it comes to coaching. We need more coaches like him. Too many coaches don't understand the difference between have a good team and having a good program.
"STRUCTURE AND GOOD PROGRAM". yep,plus added discipline and Joe rocked..From my experience with Coach Kinnan, he is a great guy. He gets the most out of his players and ran a structured football program. He's a legend when it comes to coaching. We need more coaches like him. Too many coaches don't understand the difference between have a good team and having a good program.
Joe Dropped Braden River when they were horrible as they were not giving a good look for anything. Braden River was not happy about that and I'm sure that is a big reason why they won't put Manatee back on the schedule. It was the right move by Manatee then and it is fine that Braden River doesn't want them back on the schedule because of it.FLABOY941, Braden RIver doesn't want to play Manatee on any level. That includes FR and JV. Booth tried to schedule a game with them back in early spring but they said their schedule was full. Later in the summer Bradley was looking for several games to fill his schedule. They have a good football team but they are very over rated! Their schedule over the past two years has been a joke. He will not play the Canes and after this year they are going to be hurting! Booth could easily go out and schedule the Bayshore's and North Port's of the world and go undefeated. It's just a different approach to getting your team better! Don't see them playing anytime soon.
Never knew that, thanks.. Where is Joe?? I heard he had cancer??? He has a position with USFJoe Dropped Braden River when they were horrible as they were not giving a good look for anything. Braden River was not happy about that and I'm sure that is a big reason why they won't put Manatee back on the schedule. It was the right move by Manatee then and it is fine that Braden River doesn't want them back on the schedule because of it.
Joe Dropped Braden River when they were horrible as they were not giving a good look for anything. Braden River was not happy about that and I'm sure that is a big reason why they won't put Manatee back on the schedule. It was the right move by Manatee then and it is fine that Braden River doesn't want them back on the schedule because of it.
WIPE OUT !!!!!!!!!!!!10/16/2009
Braden River (Bradenton, FL) 14-7 Manatee Win
10/15/2010
@ Braden River (Bradenton, FL) 24-7 Manatee Win
10/7/2011
Braden River (Bradenton, FL) 63-0 Manatee Win
10/5/2012
@ Braden River (Bradenton, FL) 56-0 Manatee Win
Go Canes Go!
DJ'S, ranking system and his arrogance will keep hurting him...Manatee is still very, very, very good. We overlook powerhouses, but this team is in the top 5-7% of all schools in FL. They still absolutely hammer teams. While they may be "down", This team could make the final four. It will be tough but I could see it....
Round 1: Oak Ridge - lots of talent, M should win
Round 2: Dr. Phillips - M won 24-21 last year in rd.3
Round 3: Vero/Osceola - another big test
Final4: West Orange/ Apopka/ Lake Brantley
That's the way I see it.
Looks like we have a nice addition to the board. Good thread. Dallas' board is just getting ugly. I'm avoiding it. On here we solve things and "carry on"... You can see the results with the explosion in # of posters
Shocker.That I like ... Manatee under Kinnan was my Fla HS team.. They came to play, lost two OOS games in 2011 then roared back and won the states.. Always under Joe there were a threat and only once that I recall got blown out by STA..
That I like ... Manatee under Kinnan was my Fla HS team.. They came to play, lost two OOS games in 2011 then roared back and won the states.. Always under Joe there were a threat and only once that I recall got blown out by STA..
If you don't like my posts don't read them and shut up !!!!!.. Two different story lines and all I stated was that Manatee, under Kinnan, was my Fla team.. TS if you don't like it...Go junp in the Gulf chump and pack it up.You go on and on about following rules on another post then gush about a guy whose career ended badly because of them; you're a little hard to follow. You may want to read some Herald-Tribune articles from the last couple of years if you're going to be an expert on Fl football.
You go on and on about following rules on another post then gush about a guy whose career ended badly because of them; you're a little hard to follow.
Cut throat Joe... ps Bosco coach thought Joe was "pompous".... I like Manatee..Oh and by the way, We do not like Coach Kinan.. Lol.. I have been apart of a few championships.. I first started coaching, Manatee had us 44-0.. We emptied the benches.. Heck we scored.. Coach Kinan put his starters back in against my back ups..
.... I like Manatee..
If you don't like my posts don't read them and shut up !!!!!.. Two different story lines and all I stated was that Manatee, under Kinnan, was my Fla team.. TS if you don't like it...Go junp in the Gulf chump and pack it up.
Where in my post did I mention Jersey ?????? Can you read or are you so predisposed to busting Jersey that it corrupts your ability to respond and to think a reply through ?? Do not reply to my posts again.. If you must, just answer the post.Seriously? What are you 12? And here I thought you were just a little slow...I don't like most of your posts, nor do most of the posters on here, but you spew your nonsense everywhere. If Jersey is such a great football state, why don't you bother those guys.
Key in Van Halen: "You might as well JUNP"