ELKMONT PLAYERS MAKE DECATUR DAILY 1A-3A FOOTBALL TEAM

The Decatur Daily released its Class 1A-3A football team.  Five Elkmont players made the all- star list.

The Decatur Daily Class 1A-3A football team

Offense:  

WR: Cole Glass, 

Elkmont, Sr., 6-4, 190:               

Caught 39 passes for 447 yards and six TDs.

Defense:

LB: Daniel Logan, 
Elkmont, Sr., 6-0, 215: Finished with 165 tackles, four sacks, four forced fumbles and two blocked kicks. Was his third season in a row with more than 100 tackles.

LB: Cody Martin, 
Elkmont, Sr., 5-11, 205: Had 166 stops, four INTs (one returned for a TD), two sacks, three forced fumbles and two blocked kicks. Also his third season in a row with more than 100 tackles.

P: Logan Murphy, 
Elkmont, Sr., 5-11, 175: Punted 35 times for an average of 39.0 yards per attempt.

Honorable mention:

QB:  Hayden Huseth, 
Elkmont, Sr., 5-9", 150
Rushed for 1103 on 132 carries;  12 touchdowns; 81 of 127 with 1069 passing yards and 8 touchdowns

FOOTBALL MEETING - DEC. 13

• There will be a mandatory football meeting to play all 8th through 11th graders wanting to play football next year after school on Tuesday. If you have any questions, see Coach Holt.

DANVILLE GAME PHOTOS BY AMY BOSTON PHOTOGRAPHY AVAILABLE

Two disc set (120 photos) of high resolution pictures by Amy Boston Photography.  If you would like the set - $20, please contact Amy at Amy Boston Photography (256-431-4218) close to the railroad tracks across the road from the Limestone County Annex (driver's license office, Athens, AL.  

SLIDE SHOW OF PICTURES: CLICK HERE

WATCH ELKMONT VS HANCEVILLE

The first round of the Alabama State 3A playoffs is now posted on youtube.
Click on the link - ELKMONT VS HANCEVILLE to watch the game

DECEMBER QUARTERBACK CLUB MEETING - Dec. 6

IMPORTANT MEETING:  New Gym @ 6 pm

Wrap up: meeting
Agenda:
Old Business:

New Business:
Reports by Committees
Suggestions
Evaluation of QB club goals for 2011

NEW AHSAA FOOTBALL ALIGNMENT - 3A REGION 8

In Class 3A, new Region 8 members include Deshler, Madison Academy and Westminster Academy, replacing Danville, Sheffield and Rogers.


Old region 8 alignment:                  New region 8 alignment:
Elkmont                                       Elkmont
West Morgan                                West Morgan
Clements                                      Colbert County
Danville                                        Lauderdale County
Sheffield                                       Clements
Colbert County                               Madison Academy
Lauderdale County                          Dreshler
Rogers                                         Westminster Academy



Deshler’s football dominance in Class 4A, Region 8 will come to an end in 2012.  A fixture in the Class 4A football playoffs for the past two decades, the Tigers will find themselves in Class 3A for at least the next two years as the AHSAA announced its reclassification for the school years covering 2012-13 and 2013-14 on Wednesday.


Several area schools will find themselves in different classes for the next two years, but Deshler’s drop was perhaps the most surprising.  Deshler neighbor Sheffield is dropping to Class 2A, while Rogers moves up to Class 4A, where it was situated before the 2010 reclassification.
source:  times daily, AHSAA

ELKMONT LOSES TO MADISON ACADEMY - DUST DEVIL IN THE STANDS

Elkmont's football season ended with a 42-0 loss to Madison Academy last Friday night in the second round of the state playoffs.  The Red Devils ended with a 7-5 record.

The Mustangs were the better team; however, Elkmont did not play up to their ability.  Madison Academy scored early and often.  The Red Devils' defense could not stop the run or the pass.  The offense had four turnovers and could not get any offense through the air.  Even though, it was a disappointing end to the season,  this team has a lot to be proud of.

• Beat county rivals - Ardmore, West Limestone and Clements
• Returned to the 3A state playoffs after missing them last year
• Upset 4th ranked and previously undefeated Hanceville in the first round of the playoffs
• In a four year span, this senior class won more football games during their career than any other class in Elkmont High School history.

The Seniors were:

Sloan Hawkins:  Strong senior year, high motor, strong and tough, made a number of big plays on defense this year.

Bronson Ellis:  Amazing he was able to come back and play this season; strong and tough, hard worker, played better and better as the season progressed.

Cole Glass:  Outstanding career, excellent speed and jumping ability, a threat to score at anytime, made big plays this year running, pass catching, on defense and on special teams.

Skyler Gant:  Outstanding all around player, excellent speed and quickness, strong defensive player, great punt returner.

Logan Murphy:  High energy player, physical, aggressive, made a number of big plays on defense, outstanding punter.

Dillion Ferguson:  High motor player, always goes hard, made plays on the defensive line.

Juan Hernandez:  Great team player, hard worker, second string kicker, could have stepped in at anytime and done a good job.

Matt Newsom:  Great attitude, team player, did everything he was asked to do.

Austin McNatt:  Made some big plays as a receiver, effective starting cornerback.

Daniel Logan:   Three year starter, played a great deal as a freshman, effective offensive lineman, hard hitter, excellent tackler, outstanding linebacker.

Hayden Huseth:  Exciting player, fast and quick, made big plays both on offense and defense.

Cody Martin:  Three year starter, played a great deal as a freshman, excellent offensive lineman, physical player, excellent tackler, outstanding linebacker.

Jose Hernandez;  Three year starter, outstanding kicker, good team player.

The Dust Devil has enjoyed covering the football Red Devils this year from the stands. 

Coming soon: THE DUST DEVIL IN THE GYM - covering the basketball Red Devils; look for his articles on the Elkmont Basketball Blog.

ELKMONT ENDS SEASON WITH LOSS TO MUSTANGS

"Elkmont (7-5) ended their season Friday night with a 42-0 loss to Madison Academy (10-2).

Elkmont generated only 139 yards of total offense on the night. Madison Academy, on the other hand, generated touchdowns on four of their six first-half possessions to take a 28-0 lead at halftime.

Elkmont put together two second-half drives deep into Madison Academy territory but both stalled. Madison Academy added two late fourth-quarter touchdowns for the 42-0 victory.

The Red Devils could not contain Madison Academy quarterback James Olive, a difference maker who rushed for two touchdowns (7 yards each) and passed for two scores to Nicholas Haas (17 and 25 yards).

Elkmont senior linebacker Cody Martin was a bright spot with two pass interceptions.

The Red Devils played almost the entire game without senior running back/defensive back Skyler Gant who was injured on Elkmont’s first offensive play." 

source:  Athens New Courier

IT HAD TO END SOME TIME

Elkmont wrapped up its season with a loss to Madison Academy in the second round of the playoffs.  It was a disappointing loss and did not represent what a good team the Red Devils are.  The Hill Spirit is very proud of the team and the season they put together.  There are so many great memories.  Wish all the seniors the best as this chapter in their life ends and the next one begins.

VIDEO OF MADISON ACADEMY COACH'S SHOW - ELKMONT

Listen to the Madison Academy Coach's Pregame Show.
His take on the Elkmont Red Devils
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z23nfLJ2Icc&feature=related

STUDENT SECTION PLANNED FOR PLAYOFF GAME

"THE CREW" IS COMING BACK TO ELKMONT.  The crew chiefs are Howard Petty and Layne Smith.  They want as many people as possible to join the student section for Elkmont's 2nd round playoff game vs Madison Academy.  They want to "BLACK OUT" the Mustangs so come dressed in  ever fashionable black.  Be sure to get to the game early so you can sit in the "CREW" section. Gates open at 5:00 pm - be sure to be there by 6 pm to be assured a seat.  Ask Howard and Layne for more info. 

If you are a student and have a friend on the team, grab some buddies and come to the game. Get there about 5:30 and sit as a group; the more the better Be wild, be crazy, be loud, dress up, be noticed, have fun - the team will appreciate your support. Us old people tend to worry about what others might think if we aren't dignified but you are young and don't care about such foolish things. Elkmont has some fun student sections in the past. 

Think of it as college game day fan training for when you go to college.

GO ELKMONT RED DEVILS!

MADISON ACADEMY MUSTANGS - PRE GAME LOOK

What to expect: The Mustangs have gone 31-6 in Cohu’s first three seasons, winning more games in a three-year stretch than any other period since the program began in 1963 and winning region titles each time.  The offense is well balanced, able to score off the run or pass.  The offensive line is experienced and larger than the Elkmont Red Devil defensive line. It will be a battle for the defense to keep the Mustangs from opening big holes to run the offense through.

Returning starters: 12

Back on offense: QB Hunter Olive (Sr./6-0/170/All-Region WR/46 REC/816 YDS), RB Marcus Sease (Sr./6-2/205), RB Khyle Jackson (Sr./6-1/190), OL Cole Swearengen (Jr./6-0/280/All-Region), OL Cole Corder (Jr./5-10/250/All-Region), OL Blake Copeland (Sr./5-10/195), OL Nick Holman (Soph./6-2/215) 

Back on defense: DB Olive (80 TKLS/5 INT), LB Sease (123 TKLS/All-Region), DB Jackson (81 TKLS/All-Region), DL Swearengen, DL Corder, DL Holman, LB Copeland 

Top newcomers: RB/DB Kerryon Johnson (Fr./6-0/170), LB Taylor Ernst (Sr./5-10/200), RB/LB Taylor Ziak (Soph./5-10/185), WR/DB Chandler Trach (Jr./5-8/155), OL/DL Frank Williams (Soph./6-0/240) 

What to expect: The Mustangs have gone 31-6 in Cohu’s first three seasons, winning more games in a three-year stretch than any other period since the program began in 1963 and winning region titles each time.  The offense is well balanced, able to score off the run or pass.  The offensive line is experienced and larger than the Elkmont Red Devil defensive line. It will be a battle for the defense to keep the Mustangs from opening big holes to run the offense through.

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VIDEO:  Madison Academy vs Weaver Highlights 

PREDICTIONS:

southrandolp:    Elkmont over Madison Academy

TheMSP:       Madison Academy over Elkmont  26-14

Hillspirit:             Elkmont wins 28-14

Dust Devil:          Elkmont wins 21-20

Greg the Fan:      Madison Academy over Elkmont

Date	Participants	Results
08/26/2011 @ 07:00 pm	North Jackson High School (4A)	L 10 31
09/02/2011 @ 07:00 pm	Sardis High School (3A)	L 14 28
09/09/2011 @ 07:00 pm	Randolph School (3A)	W 63 0
09/16/2011 @ 07:00 pm	New Hope High School (3A)	W 55 0
09/23/2011 @ 07:00 pm	Plainview High School (3A)	W 35 6
09/30/2011 @ 07:00 pm	Sylvania High School (3A)	W 35 6
10/07/2011 @ 07:00 pm	Pisgah High School (3A)	W 35 0
10/14/2011 @ 07:00 pm	Geraldine High School (3A)	W 49 14
10/21/2011 @ 07:00 am	Brindlee Mountain High School	W 49 10
10/28/2011 @ 07:00 pm	West Limestone High School (4A	W 21 20
11/04/2011 @ 07:00 pm	Weaver High School (3A)	W 27 26
11/11/2011 @ 07:00 pm	Elkmont High School (3A)

Jersey Num Name Position Grade Height Weight 1 Kerryon Johnson RB/DB 9 6'0" 170 2 Everett Brooks WR/DB 9 5'10" 155 3 William Olive WR/LB 9 5'11" 165 4 Brandon Wimberly RB/LB 9 5'10" 160 6 Marcus Sease RB/LB 12 6'2" 205 7 James Olive QB/DB 12 6'0" 170 8 Kyle Jackson RB/DB 12 6'1" 190 9 Colby Crossfield WR/DB 11 6'3" 165 10 Thomas Nay WR/DB 12 5'10" 145 11 Taylor Ziak RB/LB 10 5'10" 185 12 Logan Hamlett RB/DB 10 5'8" 165 13 Nicholas Haas WR/DB 11 6'0" 140 14 Taylor Ernst TE/LB 12 5'10" 200 16 Hayden Faith WR/DB 12 6'0" 165 18 Justin Wimberly QB/DB 11 5'10" 150 19 Nathan Geis WR/DB 9 5'7" 135 20 Ashton Coward QB/DB 9 5'10" 145 21 Zachary Smith WR/DB 12 5'10" 165 23 Houston Lee WR/DB 11 5'9" 140 24 Chandler Trach WR/DB/K 11 5'8" 155 25 Patrick Hammond TE/DB 11 6'0" 160 31 John Debro WR/DB 9 5'5" 135 33 Andrew Watson WR/DB 11 5'9" 130 34 Colt Stewart TE/LB 10 6'1" 150 35 Nathaniel Cox WR/DB 9 5'6" 125 44 Tyler Menees RB/LB 11 5'11" 160 50 Nicholas Holman OL/DL 10 6'2" 215 51 William Copeland OL/LB 12 5'10" 195 52 Christopher Moorefield OL/DL 10 5'11" 180 53 Benjamin Mccafferty OL/DL 11 5'10" 195 55 Andrew Moore OL/DL 9 5'9" 190 57 Ronnie Scruggs OL/DL 11 5'8" 215 58 William Harwell OL/DL 10 5'7" 160 60 Adam Mann OL/DL 9 5'9" 230 62 Joseph Berryman OL/DL 9 5'6" 175 63 Raymond Huffman OL/DL 10 6'0" 235 65 Garrett Lindsey OL/DL 10 5'10" 230 66 James Marshall OL/DL 10 5'10" 180 67 John Crider OL/DL 9 5'9" 200 68 Daniel Graveman OL/DL 12 6'0" 195 70 Mitchell King OL/DL 9 6'1" 200 71 Robert Swearengen OL/DL 11 6'0" 280 73 Frank Williams OL/DL 10 6'0" 240 75 Raymond Deep OL/DL 12 5'10" 235 76 Cole Corder OL/DL 11 5'10" 250 77 Austin Donegan OL/DL 9 6'0" 300 78 Eric Mcalpin OL/DL 9 5'9" 175 80 Jeffery Lewter TE/LB 9 5'10" 150 85 Taylor Kelley TE/LB 10 6'2" 185 88 Alexander Hairston WR/DB 10 5'10" 130