FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS - CLEMENTS COLTS

 

Elkmont football is having Senior night to recognize our seniors tonight.  This is their last game of the 2017 season. They are playing the Clements Colts.  Win or lose, senior night is always a very emotional night at Boss Hill Stadium.  Good luck Red Devils.   

 

2:15 - PEP RALLY

*If you are interested in coming out and showing support for our boys, join us at the new gym

 

6:30 -  SENIOR RECOGNITION

7:00 - KICKOFF WEATHER
*Be prepared for rain

*kickoff temps - lower 60s 

END OF GAME - SENIOR WALK

PREDICTION 

DECATUR DAILY

Where: Boss Hill Stadium

What: Class 3A, Region 8 game

Records: Clements (3-5, 1-5), Elkmont (1-8, 1-5)

Last meeting: Clements won 13-7 last season

The skinny: 
Both of these Limestone County rivals have been eliminated from the playoffs, but there’s always a lot at stake when they meet. Elkmont holds a 28-27 lead in the series. Clements’ win last season broke Elkmont’s six-game winning streak over the Colts. The Red Devils had won 17 of the last 19 meetings.

The Daily pick: Clements

ELKMONT SENIOR NIGHT IS FRIDAY

Elkmont football is having Senior night to recognize our seniors this Friday.  This is their last home game for the regular season for the 2017 season. They are playing the Clements Colts.  Win or lose, senior night is always a very emotional night at Boss Hill Stadium.  Good luck Red Devils.  

 

WEST MORGAN GAME SUMMARY:
Our Red Devils took it on the nose, October 19, losing to West Morgan 46-9 in a Class 3A, Region 8 game.  Elkmont's offense had a total of 148 yards. Davis Hobbs' 34-yard touchdown pass to Cameron Davis accounted for Elkmont's only points on offense. The Red Devils also scored when a high snap on a West Morgan punt attempt was kicked out of the back of the end zone for a safety.

Link to Decatur Daily game article: West Morgan

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS - WEST MORGAN

The Elkmont Red Devils will be traveling to West Morgan this evening. It is going to be beautiful football weather so take what you need to stay warm. Kickoff should be in the lower 60s and will fall to the upper 50s by the end of the game.

SCOUTING REPORT:

Who: Elkmont at West Morgan

Where: Rebels Stadium

What: Class 3A, Region 8 game

Records: Elkmont (1-7, 1-4); West Morgan (7-1, 4-1)

Last meeting: West Morgan won 22-15 last season

The skinny: West Morgan is enjoying its best season in a decade, and the Rebels are in contention for one of Region 8’s top playoff spots. … Elkmont has been eliminated from the playoff race. … Running back Isaac Huguley and quarterback Gabe Peluso have been explosive playmakers in West Morgan’s offense. The duo have combined for more than 2,000 rushing yards. … Elkmont is on a three-game losing skid. … Elkmont leads the series 18-11.

The Decatur Daily picks: West Morgan 40, Elkmont 14

ATHENS NEWS COURIER
Elkmont will need to put in its best performance of the year if it has any hopes of defeating a high-scoring West Morgan team. The Rebels have won five games in a row, averaging 43 points per game... One week after holding Colbert Heights to just 15 points, Elkmont's defense ran into a buzz saw in region leaders Lauderdale County, allowing 63 points in a 63-12 loss... West Morgan defeated Clements 37-10 last Friday.

Prediction: West Morgan 42, Elkmont 13
 

HOW THE REGION SHAPES UP: 

Region 8
Lauderdale Co.	5-2	5-0
West Morgan	7-1	4-1
Colbert Heights	7-1	4-1
Colbert County	4-3	3-2
Lexington	3-4	3-2
Elkmont	1-7	1-4
Clements	2-5	0-5
East Lawrence	0-7	0-5

FOOTBALL LEADERS:
Passing: 
 Davis Hobbs, 
*35 completions, 72 attempts, 10 interceptions
*4 touchdowns, 528 yards

Rushing:   Cameron Davis *76 carries, 524 yards      *1 touchdown  Passes Received:  Hunter Pitman *12 catches, 249 yards *2 touchdowns Tackles:   Christian Green, 63.5  Cameron Davis, 41.5 Luke Clanch, 37.5 Peyton Lovell, 27 Mark Pena, 25.5 Addison Cox, 22   Interceptions:  Ben Hobbs, 3 Peyton Lovell, 2

JV CAGE THE BULLDOGS

The JV Red Devils scored on the its first play from scrimmage last night.  Never looking back, they defeated the Priceville Bulldogs, 27-12.  Drake Black's long run opened the gate with Elkmont's first touchdown.  Quarterback Clay Hunt also found the end zone.  Luke Claunch completed the scoring with two touchdowns.  Santiago Altamirano was consistent on special teams, making three of his four extra point attempts.  Seth Coffman had two long receptions to move the ball for the Red Devils.   

Our JV will finish up their season at Ardmore next week on Monday.  Be sure to dress warm, football weather has arrived.

ELKMONT LOSES TO LAUDERDALE COUNTY

The top ranked team in the region, Lauderdale County, came to the hilltop last Friday.   They put together an impressive game illustrating why they are undefeated in the region, winning 63-12.  Elkmont's defense wasn't able to stop the Tiger train but did have some bright spots to build on for this Friday's game at West Morgan.

ELKMONT HIGHLIGHTS:
OFFENSE
*Davis Hobbs completed 4-of-6 passes for 62 yards; leading rusher with 82 yards, nine carries *Cameron Davis - 68 yard touchdown run
*Peyton Lovell - 37 yard touchdown run 
*Hunter Pitman had one reception for 45 yards

Total offense:  200 yards

 
DEFENSE
*Christian Green,10 tackles
*Ben Hobbs, interception

DOWN HOME PORTRAITS  provided our photos and as a large selection that you can order from.  Great pictures of the band as well as the game.

 

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. The Lauderdale County Tigers will be traveling to the hilltop this evening.  Gates open at 6 pm; kickoff at 7 pm. Parking: $3

WEATHER:
It might not be quite cool enough for perfect football weather but it is going to be a beautiful night for the game.  Kickoff should be in the mid 70s and will fall to the upper 60s by the end of the game.

SCOUTING REPORT:

Lauderdale County at Elkmont

Where: Boss Hill Stadium

What: Class 3A, Region 8 game

Records: Lauderdale County (4-2, 4-0), Elkmont (1-6, 1-3)

Last meeting: Lauderdale County won last year’s game 59-16
Radio: FM-97.1 or 1240 AM

The skinny: 
Lauderdale County can’t afford to look past Elkmont. The Red Devils just missed an upset at Colbert Heights last Friday, falling 15-13. Lauderdale County’s two losses were to Class 4A undefeated Wilson and Rogers. … Elkmont’s Patrick Jobman rushed for 146 yards on 14 carries in the loss to Colbert Heights. … Lauderdale County leads the series 20-6.

The Decatur Daily pick: Lauderdale County

 
Times Daily
The skinny: 
Lauderdale County hung 55 on the scoreboard for the second time this season in knocking off Lexington a week ago. The Tigers scored three special teams touchdowns and two defensive touchdowns to pull away in the second half. Expect a similar outburst this week against an Elkmont team which has allowed four opponents to top 40 points this year. … The Red Devils are just 1-16 since 2015. … Lauderdale County holds a 20-6 advantage in the series first played in 1926. The Tigers have won five in a row, including a 59-16 win last year.

HOW THE REGION SHAPES UP: 

Region 8
Lauderdale Co.	4-2	4-0
West Morgan	6-1	3-1
Colbert Heights	6-1	3-1
Colbert County	4-2	3-1
Lexington	2-4	2-2
Elkmont	1-6	1-3
Clements	2-4	0-4
East Lawrence	0-6	0-4

FOOTBALL LEADERS:
Passing: Davis Hobbs, 
*31 completions, 66 attempts, 10 interceptions
*4 touchdowns, 461 yards
Rushing: Cameron Davis
*67 carries, 442 yards, 5 touchdowns

Passes Received: Hunter Pitman
*12 catches, 204 yards, 2 touchdowns

Tackles:  
Christian Green, 53.5 
Cameron Davis, 41.5
Luke Clanch, 31.5
Peyton Lovell, 25
Mark Pena, 21.5

Interceptions: 
Ben Hobbs, 2

ELKMONT SCARES COLBERT HEIGHTS IN FOURTH QUARTER

Elkmont rolled into Colbert Heights Friday night.  The Red Devils  just missed pulling off an upset over the Wildcats who fumbled three times.  Elkmont's defense gained two of those three turnovers. The Red Devils had 209 rushing yards.  Elkmont dropped to 1-5, 1-3 in Class 3A, Region 8. The Red Devils play at home Friday against Lauderdale County.  Kickoff at 7 pm; gates open at 6 pm

Game Highlights:

*First Quarter

Elkmont took the opening kickoff and went 70-yards in 11 plays. James Green caught a 4-yard pass from Patrick Jobman for the first touchdown of the game.

*Second Quarter
* Kevin Shaw took the ball up the middle on a 2-yard run. The Wildcats had a successful 2-point conversion, giving Colbert Heights an 8-7 lead.

*Colbert Heights' touchdown, Chandler Willis capped the drive with a 3-yard run around the right end.

*Halftime: Colbert Heights 15, Elkmont 7

*Fourth Quarter:
Davis Hobbs capped a Red Devil drive on a 5-yard run off the left guard making it 15-13. A failed attempt at a two-point conversion kept Elkmont from tying the game, and gave the Wildcats their homecoming win.

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS - COLBERT HEIGHTS

The Red Devils will be traveling to Colbert Heights this evening.  It is a longer trip than most of our games.  Give yourself some extra time. A beautiful night to see out under a full moon to watch a game.  Kickoff @ 7 pm; temperature upper 70s.

WHERE: Amos Mitchell Stadium

WHAT: Class 3A, Region 8 game

RECORDS: Elkmont (1-5, 1-2); Colbert Heights (5-1, 2-1)

LAST MEETING: Colbert Heights won 32-15 last season

THE DECATUR DAILY SKINNY: 
Colbert Heights enters the second half of the season in contention for one of the league’s top playoff spots. … Elkmont is led by running back Chistian Green and quarterback Patrick Jobman. … Colbert Heights leads the series 12-5.

TIMES DAILY TAKE:
Colbert Heights continues to impress. The Wildcats scored a season-high 35 points while posting their second shutout of the season last week at Sheffield. Dylan Chandler ran for 3 touchdowns and the Wildcats’ defense held Sheffield to 190 total yards. … Colbert Heights features the No. 8 scoring defense in Class 3A, allowing 12 points per game. … Elkmont enters off a 42-14 drubbing at West Limestone. The Red Devils gave up 21 points in the first quarter in allowing their fourth opponent to score 40 or more points this season. … Elkmont is allowing 34.3 points per game in 2017, which ranks 50th among 59 Class 3A schools. Expect a big night for the Wildcats. … Colbert Heights holds a 12-5 all-time record over Elkmont, including a 32-15 win in 2016.

 

THE DAILY PICKS: Colbert Heights 34, Elkmont 14

Photo provided by Down Home Portraits

Prep Football Leaders 
Passing: Davis Hobbs, 
*31 completions, 66 attempts, 10 interceptions
*4 touchdowns, 432 yards

Rushing: Cameron Davis
*64 carries, 428 yards, 4 touchdowns

Passes Received: Hunter Pitman
*12 catches, 204 yards, 2 touchdowns

Tackles:  
Christian Green, 43
Cameron Davis, 36
Luke Clanch, 26
Mark Pena, 17.5

Interceptions: 
Ben Hobbs, 2

HOW THE REGION SHAPES UP:

1. Lauderdale County
2. West Morgan
3. Colbert Heights
4. Colbert County
5. Lexington
6. Elkmont
7. Clements
8. East Lawrence 

In Class 3A, Region 8, Elkmont and Clements both need to win and get lots of help. Elkmont sits 1-2 in region play while Clements is 0-3. Any further region losses by either team would basically eliminate them from playoff contention.
 

RED DEVILS TREE WILDCATS

Elkmont middle school traveled to West Limestone yesterday.  They have been steadily improved throughout the season and caught the Wildcats unprepared. The Red Devils won 20-14.  The last game of the season will be next Monday at East Lawrence at 5:30 pm.  There is a possible rain maker brewing in the gulf so it may be a wet night.