From the notebook……..**Four weeks into the 2010 season and there are 15 undefeated teams amongst the three classes in the latest Southern Sports & Travel rankings. That will change over the next few weeks as some big matchups approach. This week #2 DeSoto and #5 Marvell battle in out in a huge single-A clash while in AA #5 Central Hinds visits Brookhaven and will be looking to end the top ranked Cougar’s nineteen game winning streak.
**I received some updates from River Oaks senior Vincent Moore who suffered a fractured fibula in a week three win over Porter's Chapel. Moore has garnered lots of attention from college recruiters and is still hopeful he can return when the playoffs roll around in November. “I fractured the fibula in my left leg and had surgery on Thursday September 9th at P&S Surgical Center in Monroe, LA. Doctor Sol Graves (former LSU quarterback) performed the surgery and the recovery time is supposed to be anywhere from 8-12 weeks from the day of surgery. So, if everything goes perfect, I should be back in time for some playoff games,” said Moore. On the college recruiting topic and how the injury may affect his prospects Moore said, "Yea I have talked to most of the coaches who were recruiting me throughout the spring and summer and they all have made it clear that this injury will not affect my future with their school. So really the only disappointing thing about the situation as far as recruiting goes is that the possibility new(maybe bigger/better) schools coming along and finding me over the course of the season is probably gone."
All the people I have spoken to about Moore have confidently stated that they wouldn’t be surprised if he is back on the field in November, he’s just that kind of person. One bit of good news is that senior tailback Teshadi Talton is said to be close to 100% following a knee sprain suffered a few weeks back. Talton rushed for 87 yards on 6 carries and a touchdown in the Mustang’s 40-0 win over district foe Glenbrook.
**Big “Shout Out” to the folks at Indianola. I made the trip last Friday to cover the District 1AA opener between the Colonels and North Delta. While Indianola fell short in losing 24-13 they have plenty to be proud of. It was my first visit to an Indianola football game and what a great atmosphere they have created for football on Friday nights. I was a bit surprised with how large their stadium is and the stands were 80% full. It’s fun covering a game with a huge vocal crowd and student section along with a great sound system to boot. At some places it’s like being at a wake but kudos to Colonel supporters and fans for making Friday nights exciting.
**This Friday night I’m making the short drive to Amite to cover the Presbyterian at Oak Forest matchup and I’ll have my partner with me for the first time since week one. My wife has been caring for her parents recently but with God’s grace both are doing well. She receives between 150 and 200 updated scores on Fridays nights and posts them on Southern Sports & Travel. I did my best the past three weeks to post scores as they became available but it was a challenge. This past Friday night I solicited the help of my son who lives south of Seattle, Washington. I forwarded scores to him and he in turn posted them. Unfortunately by the time the Indianola/North Delta game had concluded I had 97 texted scores that I hadn’t sent him. How’s that for technology……Indianola to Seattle to Bogalusa!
**I’m currently working on compiling touchdowns leaders and top rushers in the MAIS. It’s a big undertaking but I’m hopeful that I can provide that in the coming weeks.
**Southern Sports & Travel is in need of more sponsors and advertisers. The website is not a for profit endeavor but expanding and improving coverage in the future isn’t sustainable at current levels. For sponsorship or advertising rates please email aafandaman@yahoo.com or call 985-750-3455.
**Big “Shout Out” to the folks at Indianola. I made the trip last Friday to cover the District 1AA opener between the Colonels and North Delta. While Indianola fell short in losing 24-13 they have plenty to be proud of. It was my first visit to an Indianola football game and what a great atmosphere they have created for football on Friday nights. I was a bit surprised with how large their stadium is and the stands were 80% full. It’s fun covering a game with a huge vocal crowd and student section along with a great sound system to boot. At some places it’s like being at a wake but kudos to Colonel supporters and fans for making Friday nights exciting.
**This Friday night I’m making the short drive to Amite to cover the Presbyterian at Oak Forest matchup and I’ll have my partner with me for the first time since week one. My wife has been caring for her parents recently but with God’s grace both are doing well. She receives between 150 and 200 updated scores on Fridays nights and posts them on Southern Sports & Travel. I did my best the past three weeks to post scores as they became available but it was a challenge. This past Friday night I solicited the help of my son who lives south of Seattle, Washington. I forwarded scores to him and he in turn posted them. Unfortunately by the time the Indianola/North Delta game had concluded I had 97 texted scores that I hadn’t sent him. How’s that for technology……Indianola to Seattle to Bogalusa!
**I’m currently working on compiling touchdowns leaders and top rushers in the MAIS. It’s a big undertaking but I’m hopeful that I can provide that in the coming weeks.
**Southern Sports & Travel is in need of more sponsors and advertisers. The website is not a for profit endeavor but expanding and improving coverage in the future isn’t sustainable at current levels. For sponsorship or advertising rates please email aafandaman@yahoo.com or call 985-750-3455.
