Monday, December 30, 2013

ATHENS NEWS COURIER ALL COUNTY TEAM

The only Elkmont player that was selected for the 2013 All County First Team was Rhett Bailey.  He was chosen as the athlete player on the Offense.




Rhett Bailey, Senior, Elkmont: Bailey did a little bit of everything for the Red Devils, lining up at receiver and quarterback. Bailey averaged 13 yards per carry and 22 yards per catch with one touchdown. 

Honorable mention:
Defensive line: Kody Clark
Linebacker: Jared Bailey 
Rhett Bailey, Senior, Elkmont: Bailey did a little bit of everything for the Red Devils, lining up at receiver and quarterback. Bailey averaged 13 yards per carry and 22 yards per catch with one touchdown. - See more at: http://www.enewscourier.com/archivesearch/x1956143693/Four-Tanner-players-lead-veteran-First-Team-offense#sthash.CGCJj1Ax.dpuf
Rhett Bailey, Senior, Elkmont: Bailey did a little bit of everything for the Red Devils, lining up at receiver and quarterback. Bailey averaged 13 yards per carry and 22 yards per catch with one touchdown. - See more at: http://www.enewscourier.com/archivesearch/x1956143693/Four-Tanner-players-lead-veteran-First-Team-offense#sthash.CGCJj1Ax.dpuf


To read the complete team, click on link:  News Courier

Wednesday, December 25, 2013

RED DEVILS SELECTED FOR 2013 DECATUR DAILY ALL AREA TEAM

 The Decatur Daily has released it's 2013 All Area 1A - 3A football team.  The Elkmont Red Devils had one player make the first team.  We also had two more players make the honorable mention team.  Congrads to our football players who were recognized for their 2013 accomplishments. 

For complete All Area Team: Decatur Daily


First Team Offense:
K: Alexis Hernadez, Elkmont, Jr.: Was a steady presence in Elkmont’s special teams.


Honorable Mention:

Jared Bailey (RB, Jr.)



Zeb Pankey (RB, Fr.).

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

ELKMONT FOOTBALL BANQUET - DECEMBER 8

It is time to honor our senior players and cheerleaders during the annual Elkmont Football Banquet.  It will be Sunday December 8, 2 pm at New Bethel Baptist Church. Cake and punch will be served following banquet.Players, cheerleaders and their families are invited.  Since there won't be a dinner served this year, there will no cost for attendance.

Monday, November 11, 2013

2013 SEASON FINAL REGIONAL STANDING


Class 3A - Region 8
School
Wins All
Losses All
Wins Region
Losses Region
Madison Academy
10
0
7
0
Colbert County
9
1
6
1
Lauderdale County
8
2
5
2
Deshler
7
3
4
3
Elkmont
3
7
3
4
Westminster Christian
5
5
2
5
Clements
1
9
1
6
West Morgan
0
10
0
7

Sunday, November 3, 2013

ELKMONT MIDGET SEASON WRAP-UP

Midget football began mid-summer with a handful of kids braving temperatures in the mid-90's and hummingbird-sized mosquitoes to condition for the upcoming 2013 season.  With a significant part of the last year's team having moved up, they knew they had big shoes to fill.  


With the beginning of school came the newest additions to the Midgets, a group of kids with big hearts and a lot of grit; but, many had never played football before.  The schedulers were not kind, pitting the Red Devils against the top three teams in the league in their first three games.  In those three losses, the Midgets learned what it meant to play as a team and decided that those three games would not dictate the rest of their season.  Practice was different; they ran a little faster, hit a little harder, and were quick to encourage each other.  They policed themselves when someone wasn't hustling or giving 100%, and they weren't always polite to each other about it.  There were a lot of high fives, and the older kids were quick to put their arms around the gritty newcomers and bring them into the Midget football family. 

Coaches were smiling and nodding their heads, and parents were hugging their kids after practice to reward their efforts; the players sensed that they had rounded the corner, and they wanted to get better and for the scoreboard to reflect the hard work that they had put in for the past several months.  

In the next three games, the Midgets turned their season around with dominating wins against East Limestone 2, Tanner, and Clements.  Their last game - against the West Limestone Wildcats - would determine whether they would have a winning or losing record.  Looking at the scoreboard, the Midgets lost their last game to West by the score of 20-0.  


The Wildcats were just too big and too fast. But, watching the Red Devils play, everyone who had followed them all year long knew that they really were winners despite what the scoreboard showed.  Opposing coaches complimented our coaches and players at the end of the game on how much they had improved following those miserable first three games.  



Even the game announcer said after the game that, while he couldn't say it while he was announcing, he had seen (and heard) some of the hardest hits of the 2013 season by Elkmont in that last game against West.  When it would have been easier to fold after beginning 0-3, the Midgets decided to fight instead and finished the season 3-4.  

A group of kids who started the season getting to know each other ended the season as a team that played with pride and intensity - a truly special group of kids that was proud to wear Elkmont's colors.  The best way to describe their play is that they played like they didn't want to disappoint each other.  A lot of words can be used to describe this year's team - hungry, intense, gritty, hard-hitting, relentless, passionate.  But, at the end of the day, they are just a group of kids who played a game they love, for a group of coaches they would go to the end of the earth for, with kids who would become their closest friends; and they became a really good team in the process.  By any measure, that is a winning season.



Saturday, November 2, 2013

SENIOR NIGHT

At Elkmont High School, we recognize our Seniors who have been involved in the football season (the football players, cheerleaders, band) and cross country.  This special event is called Senior Night and happens during the last home football game.  This year we had sixteen seniors take that long last walk down the field.  Wishing them the best life has to offer.



OUR SENIORS FOR 2013-2014

Football

Rhett Bailey – Rhett is the son of Kevin and Missy Bailey.  He has been a member of the Varsity Football, Basketball, and Baseball teams for the past four years.  Rhett is the Senior Class President and was selected as a Class Favorite for the Senior Class.  On campus, he is a member of the Senior Beta Club, FCA, Elkmont Ambassador Club, and Spanish Club.  He is also a member of the Athens Junior Civitan Club and the Limestone County Student Senate.  Rhett was awarded the 2013 Honored Hero of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  Rhett is an advocate for St. Jude.  His future plans are to attend UAB and pursue a degree in medicine.  
 
Kris Gooch – Kris is the son of Tommy Gooch and Brandi Bostic.  He has been a member of the Varsity Football Team for four years. Kris is a member of the Senior Beta Club, Mu Alpha Theta, FCA, and Limestone County Gifted Program.  Kris plans to join the U.S. Navy and earn a degree in law.  He aspires to become the youngest Supreme Court Justice.  

Derek Lovell –Derek is the son of Jeff and Jan Lovell.  He has been a member of the Varsity Football Team for four years.  He is a member of the Senior Beta Club, Spanish Club, and FCA.  Derek plans to join the Navy and become an officer.  

Nick Moore – Nick is the son of Mark and Amanda Moore.  He has been a member of the Varsity Football Team for four years.  Nick is a member of the Senior Beta Club.  He plans to attend college in the fall to pursue a degree in Engineering.


Cody Thomas –Cody is the son of Jeff and Leigh Thomas.  He has been a member of the Varsity Football Team for four years.  Cody is a member of FCA and FFA.  He is very active in his church and volunteers for various community events.  In the fall, Cody plans to attend Calhoun Community College to pursue a trade in HVAC.


Cheerleaders 
 
Jensen Pugh– Jensen is the daughter of Barry and Leigh Pugh. Jensen is a member of the Principal’s Advisory Board and Senior BETA Club.  She also served as the 2012 Youth Representative for the Athens City Chamber of Commerce.  Jensen has been a member of the EHS Cheerleading Squad for 5 years, and she is serving as Captain this year.  Jensen is also a member of the Cross Country and Track teams, where she has lettered in both JV and Varsity.  Jensen was chosen as the 2013 Girls State Representative for Elkmont High School.  She is a volunteer for the Elkmont Lions Club, and she attends Westview Church of Christ.  In the fall, Jensen plans to attend college to pursue a degree in nursing.  



Band

Brianne Hargrove – Brianne is the daughter of David and Regina Hargrove.  Brianne has been a member of the Marching Band for five years and Concert Band for seven years.  She has also been a member of the Color Guard for four years, where she served as Captain all four years.  Brianne has participated in the Limestone County Honor Band and the UNA Extravaganza.  She was elected as the Senior Class Secretary.  She is also a member of the National Honor Society, Senior Beta Club, Mu Alpha Theta, FCCLA, FFA, FCA, and Limestone County Gifted Program.  Brianne participated in the Limestone County Chamber of Commerce Youth Leadership Program.  She is very active in church and volunteers for various community events.  Brianne was awarded the Limestone County Distinguished Young Woman for 2014.  She plans to attend UNA in the fall and major in Interior Design and Photography.    

Payton Ikard – Payton is the son of Mike and Sirena Ikard.  He has been a member of the Marching for five years and Concert Band for four years.  Payton plans to attend Nashville Auto Diesel College and restore cars.

 Karen McNeill – Karen is the daughter of Jennifer McNeill.  Karen has been a member of the Marching Band for five years and Concert Band for seven years.  She has been the flute and piccolo section leader for the past four years.  Karen is also a member of the National Honor Society, Senior Beta Club, Mu Alpha Theta, FCA, Elkmont Ambassador Club, and Limestone County Gifted Program.  She participated in the Limestone County Chamber of Commerce Youth Leadership Program and is a former HOBY Ambassador.  Karen is very active in her church youth group and volunteers for various community events.  In the fall, she plans to attend college and major in Social Work.  Her goal is to get a Master’s degree in Social Services. 

Casey Newport – Casey is the daughter of Robby and Dana Newport.  She has been a member of the Marching Band for five years and a member of the Color Guard for the past three years.  On campus, Casey participates in FCA, FCCLA, and First Priority.  She is a member of the Elkmont United Methodist Church where she is very active in the Youth program and is also a member of the church choir.  Casey plans to attend the Calhoun Community College and pursue a degree in Pediatric Nursing. 

Quterrais Williams – Quterrais is the son of Drenda Cosby.  He has been a member of the Marching Band for five years and Concert Band for six years.  Quterrais is also a member of the Limestone County Honor Band and the UNA Extravaganza.  Quterrais has been a member of the Senior Beta for three years. He plans to attend college in the fall.

Cross Country



Jensen Pugh -  we have all ready met her under cheerleaders; very busy lady.

Josh Ferrazas – Josh is the son of Joe Ferrazas.  He has been a member of the Cross Country team for one year and the Track and Field team for the past four years, where he competed in the 4-by-1 relay. Josh played Varsity Football Team for four years.  He is the Senior Class Vice-President and was selected as a Class Favorite for the Senior Class. While on campus, he volunteers his time tutoring Elementary students.    Josh maintains a high average while holding down a full-time job after school.  In the fall, he plans to attend Calhoun Community College for his basics and later transfer to a university to pursue a Master’s Degree in Management, with a minor in Entrepeneurship

Tyler Helms – Tyler is the son of Chris and Michelle Helms.  He has been a member of the Cross Country and Track teams for the past four years, where he received All-County, All-Area, Sectional, and All-State honors. Tyler is a member of the Senior Beta Club, FFA, and FCA. Tyler is very active in his youth group at Truth Baptist Church.  In the fall, he plans to attend college and pursue a degree that will allow him to find a good job and settle down. 

Chandler Johnson – Chandler is the son of Terri and Matthew Schrimsher.  He has been a member of the Cross Country and Track teams for the past four years.  Chandler is a member of the Senior Beta Club, FFA, and FCA. He participated in the Limestone County Chamber of Commerce Youth Leadership Program.  Chandler is a member of the Truth Baptist Church Youth Group where he is very active in all the community events.  In the fall, he plans to attend college and pursue a four-year degree.

Adam McMahan – Adam is the son of Brandon and Brandy McMahan.  Adam has been a member of the Cross Country and Track and Field teams, where he has received honors on various levels.  Adam holds the school record for the two-mile.  For the past two years, Adam has also participated in baseball and basketball.  Adam was selected as a Class Favorite for the Senior Class.  On campus, he is a member of the Senior Beta Club, FCA, Student Advisory Board, and Mu Alpha Theta.  Adam participated in the Limestone County Chamber of Commerce Youth Leadership Program. Adam is a member of Truth Baptist Church where he volunteers for various community events.  In the fall, Adam plans to attend the University of South Alabama to pursue a degree in Pharmacy. 

Nick Shelton – Nick is the son of Howie and Julie Shelton.  He has been a member of the Cross Country and Track teams for the past four years.  Nick is the Senior Class Treasurer.  On campus, he is a member of the Senior Beta Club and Mu Alpha Theta.  He is very active in his youth group at church.  In the fall, Nick plans to study Pediatric Oncology and Hematology at the University of South Alabama.

Friday, November 1, 2013

ELKMONT YOUTH FOOTBALL - NOVEMBER 2

Elkmont Youth Football Schedule *all games at Athens Middle School

  Mini-Midgets     10:00 am    Elkmont v. East  
Micro                 11:00 am    Playoff, #2 v. #3

                           Noon         Playoff, #1 v. #4
 
Midget                Noon    Elkmont vs West
 *midget game has been moved up; don't know how that affects the Micro games.

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS - ELKMONT VS WILSON


Elkmont football is having Senior night to recognize the seniors this Friday.  This is their last  game for the 2013 season. They are playing the Wilson Warriors.   Win or lose, senior night is always a very emotional night at Boss Hill Stadium.  Good luck Red Devils.   Weather at Kickoff: Wet field; clear skies and 55 degrees with slight breeze out of the west.  Ladies who will be walking out on the field with the seniors, flats will be much better than heels on soft wet ground.

 


Predictions:


Athens News Courier:

Preview: Two weeks ago, Elkmont controlled its destiny in 3A Region 8. Two consecutive losses have knocked the Red Devils out of playoff contention, but a win over Wilson would finish the season on a high note.

Wilson is a hard team to figure. After being eliminated from playoff contention with back-to-back losses to West Limestone and Central in early October, the Warriors upset Brooks last week to hand the region title to Haleyville. Wilson has held its opponents to exactly seven points in its four wins this season.

News Courier prediction: Wilson 21, Elkmont 10

Decatur Daily: 



The skinny: Elkmont is trying to snap a two-game losing skid, while Wilson is on a two-game winning streak. … Jared Bailey and Zeb Pankey lead a strong Elkmont rushing attack. … Last week, Wilson stunned rival Brooks in an upset that crushed the Lions’ hopes for the Class 4A, Region 8 title. Jason Futrell leads the Warriors’ rushing attack. … The all-time series between Elkmont and Wilson is tied 2-2.


The Daily picks: Wilson 28, Elkmont 21

Sunday, October 27, 2013

ELKMONT MIDGETS HOBBLE COLTS


In a 26-14 victory over the Clements Colts, the Elkmont Midgets football team continued their balanced play with four players reaching the end zone.  Blake Brown, Brody Eckstein, and Isaiah Sutherland all scored rushing touchdowns.  Watching the Midget special teams is always a treat, with Jedidiah Sutherland having a long return  and Masin Morris adding Elkmont's fourth TD on a kickoff return. 



Elkmont's special teams also recovered a fumble when a ball ricocheted off a Clements player's back into the hands of kicker Josh Burrows.  The defense continued its solid play, with Blake Brown and Paul Gooch making key tackles.  The Red Devils take a three game winning streak into next weekend's 2:00 pm match-up against the West Limestone Wildcats.  The winner of next week's Elkmont-West Limestone game secures a spot in the county play-offs.

Saturday, October 26, 2013

TOUGH NIGHT FOR RED DEVILS

ROGERSVILLE — Samuel Grisham accounted for five touchdowns as Lauderdale County cruised past Elkmont.  Grisham ran for three scores and threw for two as the Tigers (7-2, 5-2) completed region play. LCHS will be the No. 3 seed from Class 3A, Region 8.

“We played as well as I expected us to play,” coach Bob Grisham said. “I like the way we controlled the ball and we had no turnovers and very few penalties. We’ve got disciplined kids and it was good to get a chance to play a lot of people tonight.”


After Elkmont (3-6, 3-4) went three-and-out on the opening possession, LCHS drove 46 yards in five plays with Samuel Grisham scoring on a 10-yard run to put the Tigers up 6-0. The Tigers increased their lead to 13-0 midway through the first quarter when John Trousdale took a screen pass from Grisham and took it 34 yards for a touchdown.


LCHS struck again early in the second quarter, driving 58 yards in seven plays. On a fourth-and-one play Grisham ran a keeper around left end for a 25-yard touchdown that made it 20-0.
The defense set up the next score when William Cook intercepted a pass at the Elkmont 19. On the next play, Zack Simbeck ran 19 yards for a score to extend the lead to 27-0.
Grisham later capped a 9-play, 81-yard drive when he found William Grimmett on a fade pattern for a 5-yard touchdown. LCHS took the 34-0 lead into halftime.


Grisham returned the second-half kickoff 60 yards to set up a 4-yard touchdown run by Noah Bishop to push the lead to 40-0 early in the third quarter.
LCHS scored again on its next possession as Grisham ran a keeper 45 yards to make it 47-0.
Grisham finished with 110 yards rushing on eight carries and was 6 of 7 passing for 75 yards and two touchdowns.  Elkmont’s only score came on an 8-yard run by Zeb Pankey with just over two minutes remaining.


The Red Devils will be playing Wilson in the final game of the season next Friday at Boss Hill Stadium.  Senior Night is always an emotional time when we say goodbye to our seniors who have participated in Friday Night Lights this season.

Friday, October 25, 2013

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE LAUDERDALE COUNTY TIGERS?

Mash Mouth Football
 Offense:  Based on the run; huge offensive line
Defense:  Strong against the run; huge defensive line





Date
Opponent
Result
08/30
Location: Wilson High School
Win
09/06
Location: Lauderdale County High School
Loss
09/13
Game Details: Deshler HS
Win
09/20
Location: Lauderdale County High School
09/27
Game Details: Lauderdale County High School
Win
10/04
Game Details: CCHS
10/11
Game Details: West Morgan High School
10/18
Location: Lauderdale County High School