RED DEVIL MAKES 2016 ALL COUNTY TEAM

The Athens News Courier released its All County team for 2016.  Hunter Pitman was recognized for his play in the 2016 season.

OFFENSE: Honorable Mention

Hunter Pitman

 

ELKMONT SEASON ENDS

The Elkmont Red Devils finished their challenging, rebuilding season, October 21. The Clements Colts snapped a six-game losing streak to Elkmont going back to 2009 with a 13-7 win. 

Cameron Davis had a 5-yard touchdown run for Elkmont. Zeb Pankey led the Red Devils with 41 rushing yards on seven carries.

Throughout the season, the Red Devils showed flashes of quality play that might come to be in the next few seasons. With another year to grow, mature and lift weights, the Elkmont faithful could have a lot to shout about in the fall of 2017.  

WEST MORGAN HOLDS ON FOR WIN

West Morgan secured the program's first winning season since 2008 by holding on for a last-second win over Elkmont, 22-15.  

Elkmont had the ball inside West Morgan's 5-yard line late in the game, but was unable to stop the clock before getting off a final play.

Zeb Pankey and Cameron Davis each had rushing touchdowns in the loss for Elkmont.

West Morgan (6-3, 3-3 in Class 3A, Region 8) closes region play next week at Lexington. Elkmont (0-9, 0-6) plays at Clements.

Decatur Daily Article Link

Down Home Portraits has great actions shots of the game. Album Link 

SECOND HALF STOPS RED DEVILS

The Elkmont Red Devils burned out of the gate and went toe to toe with the Lauderdale County Tigers, October 7. Elkmont  scored on the second play of the game when Patrick Jobman threw a 76-yard touchdown pass to Mark Pena to take an early 7-0 lead.

The Tigers made an interception and returned it 47 yards for a touchdown. Jonathan Rone’s 2-point run gave the Tigers an 8-7 lead.

The lead did not last, however, as Zeb Parker broke a 71-yard touchdown run to give the Red Devils a 13-8 advantage.

The Tigers scratched their way back into the lead with a 28-yard touchdown run a 16-13 score. A red hot Elkmont tied it with a Juan Mendoza-Flores 25-yard field goal as the half ended, 16-16.

 

Lauderdale County Tigers roared past the Red Devils in the second half with 43 unanswered points for a 59 -16 win. 

 

Highlights:

Zeb Pankey carried the ball 15 times for 102 yards and a touchdown in the loss for Elkmont.

Patrick Jobman completed 7 of 22 pass attempts for 156 yards.

Sources:
Decatur Daily
Florence Times
 

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS - LAUDERDALE COUNTY

The Elkmont Red Devils will be lining up across from one of the best teams they will play this season. They will be traveling to Rogersville to take on the Lauderdale County Tigers this evening.  Kickoff is at 7 pm.

Elkmont's Area Leaders
Passing:

Patrick Jobman

*Cmp-Att-Int: 27-85-3

Yards: 259; Interceptions:3

Rushing:
Zeb Pankey - 35 carries, 222 yards, 1 TD

Receiving:

Hunter Pitman - 14 catches, 190 yards, 3 TD

Interceptions:
Hunter Pitman - 3

Weather:
Clear skies, low humidity.  Kickoff temperature will be 79 degrees and will drop to low 70s by the end of game. Light breeze out of the northeast

Predictions:

Decatur Daily
Elkmont at Lauderdale County

Where: Robert Earl Grisham Stadium

What: Class 3A, Region 8 game

Records: Elkmont (0-7, 0-4); Lauderdale County (3-3, 3-1)

Last meeting: Lauderdale County won 46-7 in 2013

The skinny: Lauderdale County is in contention for a top playoff spot in Region 8, while Elkmont has fallen out of playoff contention. … Lauderdale County’s defense has recorded two shutouts this season. … Elkmont has been shut out twice this season, and the Red Devils have scored only 59 points. … Lauderdale County leads the series 19-6.

Athens News Courier

Preview: Elkmont catches Lauderdale County at the worst time, off the heels of two close losses. The Tigers beat West Morgan, East Lawrence and Clements by a combined score of 128-13 then dropped back-to-back games to Wilson and Lexington by a combined nine points. Elkmont, meanwhile, had its most competitive game all season, losing 32-15 against Colbert Heights.

News Courier Prediction: Lauderdale County 47, Elkmont 7

MIDDLE SCHOOL FINISHES SEASON

The Middle School Red Devils ran out of steam against the Highland Rim Hornets by a final score of 14-6 on Tuesday night.

Highland Rim scored its first touchdown on a pass up the middle with 37 seconds left in the first half. 

Isaiah Sutherland's touchdown pass to tight end Josh Burrows in the third quarter was called back because of a penalty, and Highland Rim took its 8-0 lead into the fourth quarter. 

Following an injury to Isaiah Sutherland, backup quarterback Rowe Allen threw a touchdown pass to Tyler Burge. 

The Red Devils mustered a goal line stand with four minutes left in the game, keeping the Hornets out of the end zone on all four downs. 

An untimely turnover sealed the Devils' fate, resulting in a final score of 14-6. Elkmont had carried a five game win streak into its final game and ended its season 5-3.

Assistant Coach's Corner
Proud of how hard are young men fought tonight. 5 games in 15 days is brutal, but they fought through and finished strong. 5-3, county Champs, and a wonderful group of young men. I'm proud to be their Coach, and even more proud of them. A great season, and I'm already missing not having practice tomorrow. How sweet it is. Go Big Red.

Zachary Lyman

ELKMONT MIDDLE SCHOOL ARE COUNTY CHAMPIONS

Rowdy Red Devil fans filled the stands and enjoyed watching Elkmont upset the previously undefeated Ardmore Tigers in the Limestone County Middle School Championship game 16-6.

Elkmont's defense set the tone by forcing a turnover on downs in Ardmore's first possession. Elkmont scored on its first possession on a Nick Gibson run and took an 8-0 lead into halftime. 

Ardmore started the second half with an onside kick which led to Ardmore's only score of the day. 

On Elkmont's next possession, it answered immediately on an Isaiah Sutherland run. Elkmont led 16-6 at the end of the 3rd quarter. 

Neither team scored in the fourth, primarily because of Elkmont's clock management. 

Elkmont's defense was hard-hitting all day. Hunter Broadway, Josh Burrows, Paul Gooch, and Devin Plyler's names were frequently called by the game announcer, often for tackles made in the backfield. 

On the other side of the ball, the offensive line did a tremendous job of creating holes not only for speedsters Gibson and Sutherland but also for fullback Gooch who picked up much-needed yards up the middle. 

The Red Devils' last game is Tuesday, at home, against Highland Rim at 6:00 pm. Highland Rim won the Lincoln County, Tennessee, Championship last week.

ASSISTANT COACH'S CORNER
All the texts, calls, posts, and every other way I've heard from you all today has been wonderful! This picture is YOUR 2016 COUNTY CHAMPS! HOW BOUT THEM RED DEVILS!?!?!? I can't even begin to describe what today has felt like. I'm so proud of all these young men, and I love them like my own family. They worked so hard from worst last year, to first this year. I'm proud to be a part of the coaching staff for Elkmont middle school football. I'm thankful for the young ladies cheering, the awesome parents and grandparents that help so much, and the Elkmont community that came out to support us today. I promise you, we all noticed and loved having the big crowd! One of the best days of my life today, guys and gals. As I lay in my bed looking forward to some sleep, all I can think is how sweet it is. Go Big Red.

Zachary Lyman

 

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS - HOMECOMING

Homecoming is finally here after a week of fun.There is still lots of activities today and the crowning of the Homecoming Queen at Halftime but the main event is the football game.  The Red Devils will be lining up across from the Colbert Heights


 6 pm - Gates Open
*Homecoming Night is always wall to wall people so if you want a seat be there by 6:30 pm

Kickoff  @ 7 pm

 

Halftime - Homecoming Court and Crowning of Queen

Weather 
*clear and crisp
*kickoff temps - upper 60s
*it is going to get cold sitting out by southern standards, be ready with some gloves. 

Area Leaders - Elkmont *Rushing: Zeb Pankey - 23 carries, 150 yards, 1 TD
 
*Interceptions: Hunter Pitman - 3

PREDICTIONS:
Colbert Heights at Elkmont

Where: Boss Hill Stadium

What: Class 3A, Region 8 game

Records: Colbert Heights (3-3, 2-1), Elkmont (0-6, 0-3)

Last meeting: Elkmont won 10-0 in 2009.

DECATUR DAILY

The skinny: Colbert Heights is trying to hang on to the fourth playoff spot out of Region 8. … Elkmont has one of its youngest teams in several seasons. Scoring points has been a problem. The Red Devils have been outscored 279-44.

The Daily picks: Colbert Heights 28, Elkmont 10

ATHENS NEWS COURIER 

Preview: 
Colbert Heights visits Elkmont Friday trying to snap a two-game losing streak. Prior to those losses, the Wildcats put together a three-game winning streak including a 22-9 win over Clements. Elkmont has lost six straight and been outscored by at least four touchdowns in every game this season.

News Courier Prediction: Colbert Heights 29, Elkmont 9

ELKMONT HEADED TO CHAMPIONSHIP

Elkmont jumped out to a 28-0 early lead and cruised to a 34-16 win over the West Limestone Wildcats. 

With Ardmore's win over East Limestone, the Red Devils are slated to play the Tigers in the County Championship at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday at East Limestone. 

Nick Gibson found the end zone twice, joined by Paul Gooch and Blake Brown. Isaiah Sutherland rounded out Elkmont's scoring with a pick six. 

Elkmont improved its record to 4-2 and hopes to avenge an early season loss to Ardmore on Saturday.

BLANKENSHIP TOO MUCH FOR RED DEVILS

Reed Blankenship ran for two touchdowns and threw for two more as West Limestone shut out Elkmont 47-0 Friday at Boss Hill Stadium in Elkmont.

Zeb Pankey led Elkmont with 49 yards rushing on seven carries.

Elkmont (0-6) hosts Colbert Heights for our Homecoming game next Friday.

Highlight of the Night:

One of our cheerleaders, Leah Seibert received lots of love from everyone. 

The Red Devils showered her with yellow flowers in tribute to her strength as she continues to battle cancer.

Video Link: Flowers for Leah

Photos Link: Down Home Portraits

MIDDLE SCHOOL EDGES CORNERSVILLE FOR THE WIN

Elkmont Middle School survived a wild game in Cornersville, Tennessee. 
 
Hunter Broadway returned a punt to the two yard line, setting up a Nick Gibson touchdown. This put the Red Devils on the score board first. 

Cornerville added a touchdown of its own to tie the score, 8-8.  

 

Later in the game, following a ferocious tackle by Josh Burrows and Paul Gooch, the Red Devils pinned the Bulldogs on their own one yard line for fourth down. The snap went over the punter's head and out of the end zone for a safety. 

Cornersville moved the ball well in the fourth quarter. With the Bulldogs marching to the end zone, Westin Clinard's interception ended one drive. 

Cornersville's final drive ended with a Tyler Burdge interception, resulting in Elkmont taking a knee for a final score of 10-8. Elkmont's defense continues to dominate. 

In addition to interceptions by Clinard and Burdge, Jedidiah Sutherland also picked off a pass. Broadway and Burrows recovered fumbles at critical times. Elkmont improves their record to 3-2.

Appreciate our middle school cheerleaders.

EAST LAWRENCE AT ELKMONT

The East Lawrence Eagles, gained 366 yards and seven touchdowns in a 53-17 win against Elkmont.

Zeb Pankey turned in a solid performance for Elkmont, rushing for 72 yards on offense and totaling a team-high 13 tackles on defense.

Decatur Daily

A disappointing night on the hilltop last Friday but the Red Devils are working hard to prepare for a home game vs the West Limestone Wildcats later this week. Losses as well as wins are part of the rebuilding process.

For more Down Home Portraits Game Photos: Elkmont vs East Lawrence

On a positive note, our young ladies that attended youth cheer camp  and performed at the game were adorable.

MIDDLE SCHOOL WINS AGAIN

The Middle School Red Devils enjoy a two game win streak, shutting out the Clements Colts 32-0. 



Nick Gibson found the end zone twice, once on a reception from Isaiah Sutherland and again on a run. 



Sutherland and fullback Paul Gooch also scored running touchdowns for the Red Devils, who improve to 2-2. 

Elkmont's defense dominated the line of scrimmage, forcing two turnovers and making numerous stops on fourth down. The Red Devils travel to Cornersville on Thursday.

RED DEVILS UPSET EAST LIMESTONE IN OVERTIME

A pick 6 put the Middle School Red Devils on the scoreboard first when Isaiah Sutherland returned an interception over 80 yards for the touchdown.

Tied 6-6 at halftime, neither team scored in the second half in a defensive battle. 

East got the ball to start overtime, and the Elkmont defense kept them out of the end zone. 


In Elkmont's first possession in overtime, Sutherland dumped the ball off to Nick Gibson who found his way to the end zone for a final score of 12-6. 

Elkmont's defense was phenomenal, containing the Indians and securing the Red Devils' first victory of the season.

GAME PHOTOS LINK: DOWN HOME PORTRAITS