Belfry Vs. Middlesboro [Archive] - Kentucky Sports Forum

Panther#42

11-11-2006, 01:55 AM

The Belfry Pirates take on the Jackets of Middlesboro next week at CAM for the Region 4 title. Middlesboro is 11-1 on the season and Belfry is 10-2 on the season, should be a great game, nothing against the Belfry fans, but i'll have to go with M-boro on the win 28-24! Though I hope Belfry wins this game and has a re-match with Russell in the semi's!

JFLDAD

11-11-2006, 03:04 AM

Hope to see you'all in two weeks...(Belfry that is.)

PLAYBOY5

11-11-2006, 07:12 AM

GO BELFRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I will be there!

TRAIN85

11-11-2006, 07:30 AM

I'm pulling for my Pike Co. brethren once again.

BelfryPride

11-11-2006, 07:47 AM

This will be a tough game.

Belfry -28
Middlesboro -24

BelfryJustice

11-11-2006, 08:55 AM

Belfry has played a better schedule and I question the D of Middlesboro.

I will be taking the Pirates in this one! :Thumbs:

Belfry -21:flame:
Middlesboro- 14

Belfry has to hold on to the ball! :letsparty

Panther#42

11-11-2006, 08:59 AM

Yes Belfry is used to playing for the region title year in year out, but Middlesboro hasn't competed for one in a few years I think, so im betting they're pretty hungry for one right about now and intend to take from the Pirates! Though I hope they don't, anything could happen! Hopefully I'll be able to attend this game

orisonspi

11-11-2006, 09:22 AM

Belfry has eliminated Middlesboro the past 3 years by an average score somewhere around 36-10.

The Pirates have put up over 40 points against Middlesboro the past two seasons and this year's Jackets defense appears vulnerable as well.

That being said, M-boro is LOADED with athleticism at the skill positions and will pose numerous matchup problems.The ,argin of error against this opportunistic Mboro team is slim to none. Simply put, if the Belfry from the first quarter last night shows up to play then i expect Middlesboro to win by 3 TD.... if Belfry can execute and limit turnovers the Pirates should be able to take this one themselves by a couple scores.

Middlesboro was ranked higher than Belfry at season's end, have a better record, and are yet to lose to a KY team. That being said the Jackets should be favored in this one.

DEVILOLOGIST

11-11-2006, 09:29 AM

I have heard that the facilities are not that good at MBoro, so I would rather go to Belfry, I would love to see your new stadium. Go Devils........we are pulling for Belfry.

belfrypride07

11-11-2006, 10:09 AM

I've never really seen Middlesboro play, but I have watched clipings from Sports overtime. They look really good. buuut I think that belfry's D will pull together (again) and stop them. Sorry, I just don't see a win Comming for the yellow jackets.

Belfry know's that this game won't be an easy one, but they will be ready.

Belfry -- 21
Middlesboro -- 10

GO PIRATES:letsparty :PirateSho

:redboxer: CONGRATS CORY CHAPMAN ON SPORTS OVERTIME'S DRIVE OF THE WEEK!!!!!!! :Clap:

belfrypride07

11-11-2006, 10:11 AM

Hope to see you'all in two weeks...(Belfry that is.)

Back at ya!!
Where will it be at?

Panther#42

11-11-2006, 10:15 AM

Belfry! Playoffs run through all even number districs and regions this year! So every game till state will be played at the respective even numbered district region teams home field, since Belfry is in District 8 Region 4 they host the region and semi final games

JUDGE140

11-11-2006, 10:28 AM

Belfry's D will be ready for Middlesboro as well as the Offense. My opinion is Belfry by 2 TD's, Middlesboro can't take being hit up under the chin all night long, they will fold to the Pirates in the second half

pillsburythrowboy

11-11-2006, 11:05 AM

I have heard that the facilities are not that good at MBoro, so I would rather go to Belfry, I would love to see your new stadium. Go Devils........we are pulling for Belfry.

Unless they hanve changed since the 2003 season in which they beat us out of the playoffs there awful. We dressed in what appeared to be a grade sc hool gym. Had to get back on the bus and drive to the field. We went to some locker room at the half which was awful. I do rember that there was some little yellow car that kept driving around the field that was made to look like a bee. And I do rember hearing some wrestling theme songs during warmups.

CAM2006

11-11-2006, 11:25 AM

Back at ya!!
Where will it be at?

CAM

Meaty

11-11-2006, 11:27 AM

Should be a great game/ You can't go against the Pirates so i'll take them by 10

CAM2006

11-11-2006, 11:27 AM

Belfry -- 35
Middlesboro -- 14

two color blue

11-11-2006, 01:24 PM

If Belfry does not take better care of the ball they will come up short against the jackets. 28-21

BlackcatAlum

11-11-2006, 01:41 PM

Middlesboro dosnt have that great of a defense but Belfry won't get many break-a-way runs because of the yellow jackets team speed. But IMO Belfry's defense will eventually stop Hoskins, Ford, and there other really good player. So I'll say Belfry will win.

Middlesboro-14
Belfry-------31

Getum-Choppin

11-11-2006, 02:01 PM

Gotta go with Belfry now, 28-14 Pirates

mrfootball03

11-11-2006, 03:37 PM

I'll say Belfry 38-20

Old School

11-11-2006, 04:27 PM

Home field advantage means a lot esp. in the playoffs
Belfry by 14

mlb_27

11-11-2006, 04:28 PM

belfry will beat jackets as simple as that.... it would be leslie co. playin belfry if it wasnt for the bad call

belfrypride07

11-11-2006, 04:53 PM

CAM

well, then this one should be a good game.
I can't wait.

Pirate Pal

11-11-2006, 11:35 PM

I heard that Middlesboro was a passing team this year..can anyone confirm their strengths and weaknesses please.

I know that in 2003 they were suppose to be a passing team, but Belfry shut that down pretty quickly if I recall at Middlesboro.

I will of course pick my Pirates to win this one, but I think it will be close..it usually is once to start getting close to the carpet.

warriorpride

11-12-2006, 02:53 AM

i hope belfry wins this one.im rootin for my Pike Co. brethren once agin

JFLDAD

11-12-2006, 04:56 AM

I want too see the new Statium,my wife's uncle lives in Turkey Creek...just a hop,skip and a jump away.:devilflam

Lance

11-12-2006, 06:57 AM

Hope good game but Belfry wins!!!!!!!

BelfryJustice

11-12-2006, 08:43 AM

Very even here for the vbookie!

GoldenHands10

11-12-2006, 01:26 PM

I hope Middlesboro wins just because i don't want to see Belfry win another title. Middlesboro-35 Belfry-28

joethegreek

11-12-2006, 02:39 PM

It's early in the week . I see this being a great matchup. Middlesboro wants this game to be a shootout. The Pirates are going to have to protect the football. that's been there problem for the last few years. I don't think that the Yellowjackets defense can slow down belfry's rushing game. Belfry's defense more than likely won't stop Middlesboro's high octane offense. Need to force some turnovers and eliminate the big play. I don't know if the jackets have a field goal kicker. glen earnest could decide the outcome in thisgame. belfry's hard to beat at home 13 consecutive home playoff victories. should be a great game by two outstanding programs

Meaty

11-12-2006, 02:49 PM

Is it gonna be played at Pond Creek or M'Boro??

All-American Lineman

11-12-2006, 04:01 PM

Lets go Belfry

Cards09

11-12-2006, 04:12 PM

im goin say belfry in a battle

joethegreek

11-12-2006, 04:15 PM

The games will be played at the Belfry

GOREDDEVILS

11-12-2006, 04:37 PM

Good luck Pirates:Thumbs:

DEVILOLOGIST

11-12-2006, 05:18 PM

I too wish to see the new stadium at BELFRY,,,,,, But MBORO is tough also..who will it be...

CAM2006

11-12-2006, 05:40 PM

I too wish to see the new stadium at BELFRY,,,,,, But MBORO is tough also..who will it be...

I hope you get to see the new stadium, but like you said Middlesboro is a tough team

belfrypride07

11-12-2006, 08:17 PM

Is it gonna be played at Pond Creek or M'Boro??

at the cam... :PirateSho :thumpsup:

belfrypride07

11-12-2006, 08:19 PM

Belfry is going to win this one, our biggest match up will be russell....
&& if belfry get's past russell, they will be state champs. no doubt.

Dad 35

11-12-2006, 09:12 PM

Belfry no doubt!!! GO DEVIN AND DUSTIN!!!

Panther#42

11-12-2006, 10:24 PM

but I think it will be close..it usually is once to start getting close to the carpet.

Thats for sure! Always gets harder...Of course you have the one team occasionally that dominates all the way through

TRAIN85

11-13-2006, 07:18 AM

i hope belfry wins this one.im rootin for my Pike Co. brethren once agin
Why would you post the exact same thing as someone else? Post 4 is what you stole without quoting

football_fan

11-13-2006, 10:40 AM

Gotta go with Belfry in this one, but this is going to be a great game.... Could go down to the wire! Belfry 21-20

TheBrahmaBull

11-13-2006, 11:10 AM

Belfry is going to win this one, our biggest match up will be russell....
&& if belfry get's past russell, they will be state champs. no doubt.Mercer will beat anyone that comes out of this Bracket, by 2+ touchdowns, but I think it will be fun to see who gets 2nd place.

GOREDDEVILS

11-13-2006, 11:40 AM

Mercer will beat anyone that comes out of this Bracket, by 2+ touchdowns, but I think it will be fun to see who gets 2nd place.

You sound so sure of yourself You might be eating some crow in a few weeks.:thatsfunn

Midee1

11-13-2006, 11:47 AM

Mercer will beat anyone that comes out of this Bracket, by 2+ touchdowns, but I think it will be fun to see who gets 2nd place.

It really amuses me to see this. If that be the case why doesn't everyone else in AA just give them the rings and start practicing for next year. Seeing that none of the battle tested teams have any chance at all. No need to take a chance getting any of the players injured for next year by playing in a meaningless game.

Midee1

11-13-2006, 11:51 AM

Mercer will beat anyone that comes out of this Bracket, by 2+ touchdowns, but I think it will be fun to see who gets 2nd place.

Sorry to beat a dead horse here but this sounds eerily familiar to the Ft. Campbell supporters last year.

GOREDDEVILS

11-13-2006, 11:53 AM

I doubt thebrahmabull has even seen Russell or Belfry play for that matter.So thats a pretty weak statement considering that fact.

orisonspi

11-13-2006, 12:53 PM

Mercer will beat anyone that comes out of this Bracket, by 2+ touchdowns, but I think it will be fun to see who gets 2nd place.
Considering that 10 of the past 12 state champions has came out of the Eastern Semi-State... including the past 4... it may be more accurate to reverse your statement.

Sponge Bob

11-13-2006, 01:08 PM

I know Mercer is extremely talented this year. I'm asking an honest question here. What did they get from Harrodsburg this year that is an improvement from last year's team?

I do know that Mercer came into their game at Russell last year at 10-1. Russell outgained them 364-222 on the ground and 436-306 total. They also outscored them 41-26. That was also with allowing 135 rushing to Griffith and 97 rushing to Walker. Mercer was REALLY good last year.

Not comparing years, but I am actually just trying to find out what areas they have improved on this season with the merger.

BoondockSaint

11-13-2006, 01:54 PM

Midee1

11-13-2006, 01:56 PM

Tons of speed is what Mercer Co. got from Harrodsburg, and it looks to be paying big dividends.

Can you give us some details? Like who they got and what position they play and what they brought to the team.

Sponge Bob

11-13-2006, 01:57 PM

Can you be more specific? What areas improved in speed? What players?

Midee1

11-13-2006, 02:01 PM

It is my understanding that they still have Griffith and Walker. The new speed is supposed to be Jackson and Ford. O-line and D-line are not as big, but are more athletic.

It is also my understanding that the O and D lines are not as big as last years but a bit smaller and more athletic. Looks like they are only giving up about 80 yards rushing per game.

BoondockSaint

11-13-2006, 03:30 PM

I think Midee1 summed it up pretty well. Jackson & Ford are both from Harrodsburg & they team up with the Walker kid who played at Mercer Co. last year.

They can have a change of pace D-Line, so to speak. They can go big, or they can go with some more athletic D-Lineman and still be just as physical.

Basically, they went from a good football team to a great football team with the addition of some skill guys who give them a big "up" in team speed. Plus, they got some much needed depth.

The College One

11-13-2006, 03:31 PM

Im going to say Belfry in a close on friday night.

Belfry-28
Middlesboro-27

BlackcatAlum

11-13-2006, 04:19 PM

Belfry cannot afford to turn the ball over early in this game like they did against Prestonsburg, cause Middlesboro will and can score quickly...Good luck Pirates

TheBrahmaBull

11-13-2006, 04:29 PM

You sound so sure of yourself You might be eating some crow in a few weeks.:thatsfunnMaybe, but I doubt it.

TheBrahmaBull

11-13-2006, 04:34 PM

I doubt thebrahmabull has even seen Russell or Belfry play for that matter.So thats a pretty weak statement considering that fact.I have seen Russell play and have seen and played against Belfry. Both Russell and Belfry are tough, but so is Middlesboro and any team left in 2A, but Mercer is better than any of them, but they can be beaten if they play a bad game.

TheBrahmaBull

11-13-2006, 04:37 PM

Sorry to beat a dead horse here but this sounds eerily familiar to the Ft. Campbell supporters last year.Anything can happen, that is what makes this time of year so much fun IMO.

TheBrahmaBull

11-13-2006, 04:39 PM

It really amuses me to see this. If that be the case why doesn't everyone else in AA just give them the rings and start practicing for next year. Seeing that none of the battle tested teams have any chance at all. No need to take a chance getting any of the players injured for next year by playing in a meaningless game.I have the right to my opinion just like the other posters that say Russell, Belfry, or other teams will win have. I do not have to justify my opinion just becasue it does not fall in line with the opinion of most eastern Kentuckians. I know the stats, and I know the history, I just think that Mercer is better than anyone out there.

Midee1

11-13-2006, 04:42 PM

I have the right to my opinion just like the other posters that say Russell, Belfry, or other teams will win have. I do not have to justify my opinion just becasue it does not fall in line with the opinion of most eastern Kentuckians. I know the stats, and I know the history, I just think that Mercer is better than anyone out there.

And as I stated earlier. Ft. Campbell was all we heard about last year. They took an early exit in the playoffs. No personal attacks here just trying to have a good argument. In the end what you or I think does not matter. All that matters is what happens on the field Friday night.

Boomer86

11-13-2006, 04:50 PM

Im goin to go with Middlesboro in a close one..

BlackcatAlum

11-13-2006, 05:11 PM

piratefan_4ever

11-13-2006, 05:17 PM

I hope Middlesboro wins just because i don't want to see Belfry win another title. Middlesboro-35 Belfry-28

Thats not very nice....

GOREDDEVILS

11-13-2006, 05:18 PM

'05 Ft. Campbell is no '06 Mercer Co! Mercer can run the ball with about 4 or 5 guys all night long. They are big, fast, and they are the size of a 4A school in class 2A, like Fox Sports pointed out in another thread.

They have really no more kids than a power house football program like Belfry or Russell dressed for football. 69 including the 3 freshman. Russell has 64 10-12.So the issue really isn't how many more people they dress than the other top 2a teams.

BlackcatAlum

11-13-2006, 05:22 PM

They have really no more kids than a power house football porgram like Belfry or Russell dressed for football. 69 including the 3 freshman. Russell has 64 10-12.So the issue really isn't how many more people they dress than the other top 2a teams.

I guess theres only one way to find out. Good luck Belfry & Russell!

slugger9

11-13-2006, 07:29 PM

if middlesboro's refs are reffing then middlesboro will win this one.. because of thier refs leslie lost to the jackets.. i pick belfry 28-12

JUDGE140

11-13-2006, 07:47 PM

Brahma Bull why don't you just call up the KHSAA and tell them that they are wasting their time having the rest of the playoff, since Mercer Co has it won already and we can just go to Louisville, Dec 1st and see them get their trophy. I don't think Mercer can beat any of the mountain teams remaining in the playoffs

Midee1

11-13-2006, 08:02 PM

Alright. ENOUGH of this calling out. While we may not agree with everyone's opinion they are just as entitled to it as everyone else. Keep it about the game and lay off the personal call outs.

I was guilty of it and realize that I was wrong. So let's get this thread back on track.

DEVIL89

11-13-2006, 08:06 PM

Should be a good game I wish that Middlesboro would win but this game will be TOO close to call I believe.

mrfootball03

11-13-2006, 09:53 PM

They have really no more kids than a power house football program like Belfry or Russell dressed for football. 69 including the 3 freshman. Russell has 64 10-12.So the issue really isn't how many more people they dress than the other top 2a teams.

Does Belfry dress that many?

GOREDDEVILS

11-13-2006, 09:56 PM

Does Belfry dress that many?
I'm not sure how many Belfry dresses but im sure they are somewhere close with their winning tradition in football.

PirateMom#55

11-13-2006, 10:28 PM

Belfry Has approximately 80 that dresses that 9-12

Cards09

11-13-2006, 10:40 PM

belfry all the way

softbally_8

11-13-2006, 11:26 PM

Belfry by 12

footballfan74

11-14-2006, 10:47 AM

Gotta go with those Pirates!

throw deep

11-14-2006, 01:49 PM

Belfry Has approximately 80 that dresses that 9-12

The most up to date roster that I have seen has 71 players listed on it.

GOREDDEVILS

11-14-2006, 05:07 PM

If Russell dressed freshman they would dress about 89.

GOREDDEVILS

11-14-2006, 05:13 PM

Belfry 28

Middlesboro 14

belfrypride07

11-14-2006, 06:06 PM

I doubt thebrahmabull has even seen Russell or Belfry play for that matter.So thats a pretty weak statement considering that fact.

I AGREE :Thumbs:

mrfootball03

11-14-2006, 10:14 PM

If Russell dressed freshman they would dress about 89.

The roster i seen today.. Belfry has 69 including freshman... so Belfry isn't that high... i remember when Belfry used to have about 90

LovetheBucs

11-14-2006, 10:48 PM

Belfry has solid, not "out of this world" numbers for a 2a football team.

When they were 3a, they tended to carry a roster (including Frosh) of 85 or so.

Blackflag

11-15-2006, 12:06 AM

Belfry all the way.

CoachB

11-15-2006, 12:41 AM

Not even close.... Belfry 46 Middlesboro 8

TRAIN85

11-15-2006, 05:23 AM

I'm rooting for Belfry but don't count out M-boro, they are pretty good like always.

BoondockSaint

11-15-2006, 09:29 AM

The roster i seen today.. Belfry has 69 including freshman... so Belfry isn't that high... i remember when Belfry used to have about 90

Ten years ago the roster was in the mid-90s. But the school enrollment was up above 1000, too.

They have great numbers for a school with 650-700 kids.

pikevillefan00

11-15-2006, 10:03 AM

I hope Belfry gets to achieve another ring this year, but I have to go with the stats here.

M-Boro 25
Belfry-24
In Double OT

GOREDDEVILS

11-15-2006, 10:10 AM

Ten years ago the roster was in the mid-90s. But the school enrollment was up above 1000, too.

They have great numbers for a school with 650-700 kids.

Russell had last year 654 while Belfry had 690. Russell had 356 boys and Belfry had 345. Belfry had 322 girls while Russell had 298 girls.

GOREDDEVILS

11-15-2006, 10:17 AM

Another thing a school could have 1'000 boys and only have 40 or 50 on the team.If they are having alot of losing seasons so as long as teams are winning they will draw boys in.Alot of it has to do with how well the jfls are run also.

White Mike

11-15-2006, 11:10 AM

good luck belfry

scavanger

11-15-2006, 12:51 PM

i think middlesburrow

scavanger

11-15-2006, 12:52 PM

28-21 middlesboro

PirateMom#55

11-15-2006, 03:59 PM

28-21 middlesboro

I hope you are wrong ...

Charlie

11-15-2006, 04:01 PM

This game will be the toughest test for the Pirates this year...Hopefully, we dont turn the ball over because Middlesboro will put points on the board quick....They have a great QB, Trevor Hoskins which is a huge threat on our secondary...Also there RB Earls is probably the quickest we have faced...Should be a great game but I believe as long as BELFRY controls the clock the game will be in our favor...

BELFRY-28
Middlesboro-14

Dream_Weaver

11-15-2006, 04:02 PM

Good Luck Belfry

mrfootball03

11-15-2006, 04:18 PM

Belfry has great coaches... They always prepare well, and analyize every part of Middlesboros' game.. Thier scouting reports are always in-depth.. If Belfry loses this game, it will be because Middlesboro is the better team.. thats the only way. Belfry has destroyed Middlesboro in the last 3 meetings, also this is at CAM.. Home field does wonders... It doesn't matter who stands in Belfrys way down the line.. to get from point a to point b (state championship) this is the road you have to take.. there are no shortcuts

JumperFootball

11-15-2006, 06:14 PM

I say pirates big in this one!

mrfootball03

11-16-2006, 10:08 PM

Well guys, the games a day away...
any changes of heart?.. and other thoughts?...

I think Middlesboro is going to have trouble with Belfry's run.........
I never liked the scheme Coach Roark goes with everyone close up on the line, one missed tackle and then "another pirate touchdown"...
The jackets will have 9 in the box.. The corners play man, and saftey locks on TE, but walks up infront of LB's... IMHO, you can't expect to stop Belfry's big plays like this...
I see Belfry putting up alot of points on the board..
They key to a pirate victory lies with how well the defense stops the highly talented, and atheltic Middlesboro offense.. If they can do that.. I look for a long night for the Jackets, on top of the 3 hours trip...

Pirates~R~Us

11-16-2006, 11:54 PM

Game day is almost here :letsparty

:redboxer: LETS GO PIRATES:redboxer:

:1:

Dream_Weaver

11-17-2006, 11:04 AM

:Cheerlead GO PIRATES:Cheerlead

BelfryPride

11-17-2006, 11:18 AM

:Skull03: GO PIRATES !!!!!!!!!!:Skull03:

DESTROY MIDDLESBORO !!!

PirateMom#55

11-17-2006, 11:32 AM

:Cheerlead GO PIRATES :Cheerlead

Good Luck Boys , :PirateSho

Pond Creek

11-17-2006, 11:46 AM

Good Luck Belfry! I'm ready to go 48 minutes !!!! Let's do it!!! Hit'em hard D! Let them no what they're up against.

Pond Creek

11-17-2006, 12:09 PM

Just a little update........ My sources tell me that M'boro left around 10:30 this morning heading to CAM Stadium. Cam is already getting pumped up! Lots of decorating, sheets being hung, cups in the fence, tickets being bought, cars going by honking their horns!!! It is the playoffs!!!