Tight end Dallin Holker quit three games into the season to enter the transfer portal. Henry asked for funds and donations at this weeks Daytona Beach City Commission meeting in an effort to pay for buses, food and overnight accommodations for students and chaperones to make the trip and support the team. Buccaneer sports and the school in general mean a great deal to me, I bleed blue and gold, Henry, who will attend Fridays contest, said. After entering the transfer portal, Robbins took visits to BYU and UCLA before committing to BYU and running backs coach Harvey Unga. As the Buccaneer sports and the school in general mean a great deal to me, I bleed blue and gold, Henry, who will attend Fridays contest, said. Franchinis pass to the end zone on fourth down fell incomplete and the Thunderbolts stayed within two. The Tigers, at 10-1, will host. Any team can beat any team on any given night, said first-year Springville coach Dave Valeti, who previously served as an assistant coach for the Red Devils. Coach Travis Roland said that several area businesses, including Fat Boi Gourmet Potatoes, BJs Restaurant and Brewhouse, Bethune Grill and Nothing Bundt Cakes in Ormond Beach have reached out to feed the team before Fridays game. Last week, Sharp scored from 4 yards out with 1:15 left as Millville found the end zone twice in the last 9:08 to capture the South Jersey 4 crown. Each program is just two years removed from a 5A semifinal appearance, so its not out of the realm of possibility to expect either to make a huge jump and be right in the thick of the Region 9 hunt. Until now. The county and community are taking care of the kids and its elevating everything they do.. In a way, Mainland has been the calm after the storm and for Chitwood, drawing hope from athletics is just one aspect of this teams run that reaches further than wins and losses. This years offense will feature a strong and experienced line with a healthy Jamison Harward running the ball. I was on campus then and I was engaged deeply as a teacher, coach and administrator during the time those kids were developing. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. Its amazing and overwhelming at the same time. News Sports I dont know if I have the words to put it in perspective. The Dunbar defense, which had been such a strength for the Tigers all season long, wore downin the second half, allowing Mainland to rush for 153 yards and two touchdowns. "I felt like the kids were playing hard. Im confident with what we can do in 3 minutes. Fellow junior, Kyle Larsen, returns as a ball hawking safety who will direct the young backfield. second-straight thrilling comeback in the final two minutes of the fourth quarter, Last-minute touchdown lifts Delsea High School football to win over Camden, state final, They needed 100 seconds to go 83 yards against the Blue Devils in the sectional final, Woodbury football gets revenge, becomes historic first state finalist, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. He has also played over 900 snaps in his collegiate career. Henry asked for funds and donations at this weeks Daytona Beach City Commission meeting in an effort to pay for buses, food and overnight accommodations for students and chaperones to make the trip and support the team. "The defense was kind of dead, the offense was a little dead. Why the hell not?' Mainland and Daytona could be like some of these South Georgia schools where the city loves it and pushes it. Gillis opted to transfer after not seeing the field this season. Salem Hills is the only team who hasnt claimed region hardware, but ironically enough two years ago it still enjoyed a 5A semifinal appearance as a third-place team from Region 9. Losing that production hurts, but we bring back a lot of talented guys. Provo tied with Wasatch for third-place a year ago, but, like Wasatch, also bowed out of the playoffs earlier than expected. Its amazing. Address: 1255 West International Speedw, Daytona Beach, FL 32114. I could see us being a really good team and competing again for the region championship, and I could also see a scenario with our inexperience and were a smaller school at Spanish Fork maybe we struggle a little bit, especially early in the season, said Smith. We are so talented and so gifted. Backup quarterback Jacob Conover announced his plans to enter the Transfer Portal on Friday. Josh Buck is one of Spanish Forks top returning players as he rushed for 1,054 yards and nine touchdowns a year ago. Arguably the most important addition to BYU's 2023 roster has been Pitt transfer Kedon Slovis. Mainland is an infectious place that generates a sense of pride, unity and togetherness that really is unrivaled at any place that Ive been.. He finished with two sacks and a tackle for loss. The pages get an average of 4,550 views within 3 weeks. In 2021, Barrington took over for Harris LaChance in the starting lineup when LaChance went out with injury. Roland was a captain and defensive catalyst on that team, setting a single-season school record with 217 tackles, one that still stands. Were from Millville, a hood town, but us guys, we really develop a family, a brotherhood, and we just came out here today and showed that.. It's transfer season and the window to enter to transfer portal closes today. " Chitwood said. While Chitwood didnt arrive in Daytona Beach until 2006, both Roland and Henry have fond memories of the 2003 squad, though both find themselves in different positions now. |, Bill Evans | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com David Perkins Jr. of Dunbar runs the ball against Daytona Beach's Mainland High School in the state football semifinal game on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in Fort Myers. Thats why when you see them run, they run with extra grit to fight through it. Another former Power Five defensive lineman is transferring from Utah State, Why BYU mens basketball is seeking some redemption at Santa Clara, Philadelphia Flyers player cites faith to explain his pregame absence on Pride night. And since, the fan base has waited. He previously was the head coach at Spanish Fork for three years from 2012-2014, where his teams posted a 23-14 record. More: Bishop Verot falls to Florida High, 38-28, in Class 2S state semifinal, More: Dunbar football is confident its defense can limit Mainland's high-powered passing offense. On 11/19, the Mainland varsity football team won their away playoff game against Rockledge (FL) by a score of 16-14. Flipboard. Mainland is a team battle tested with playoff-bound programs littered all over its calendar for the season. After BYU quarterback Jaren Hall declared for the NFL Draft, Slovis made his move to Provo official. Last year the Wasps lost to eventual state champion Lehi in overtime in the 5A second round. Thee BEST Offensive ATHLETE in Central Florida and top 10 in the state! Provo High seems to be reloaded to be a contender in Region 9 and to make a run late in the season. He played college football at Snow College and is a graduate of UVU. According to Pro Football Focus, Cravens is coming off the best year of his career. Chitwood has gotten involved on social media as well, tweeting a video congratulating and encouraging the team and has engaged in some friendly banter with Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. He was 13-6 at Morgan (1988-89), 11-29 at Ogden (1994-1997), 2-17 at Cottonwood (1998-99) and 4-7 at North Sanpete (2011). Put it in their hands, called the plays and they made it happen.. Jackson Cravens, a defensive tackle with one year of eligibility remaining, is returning home to Provo. I know I was lucky in life, I had good parents, good grandparents and I didnt grow up behind the eight ball like some of these kids have, Chitwood said. We had a great core of seniors last year that set some good examples and good standards for us. In total, he appeared in 29 games over the course of his Utah career. Mainland High School football coaches (left) serve food catered by BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse to players at the school last week. Millville coach Humberto Ayala on the Thunderbolts winning back-to-back playoff games in the final minutes. BYU secured its first major transfer of the recruiting cycle when Aidan Robbins committed to the Cougars. Bagnah played at Boise State for four seasons and appeared in 20 games before entering the transfer portal. We believe in our process and the players have really bought in. It's the day Mainland and Lake Wales have each waited decades for. Our region is tough. Journalism matters. Ever since July 5 weve been out here grinding, quarterback Jacob Zamot said. That was a monumental moment in the history of the school and the community., BUCS HISTORY: Looking back at Mainland football's past Final Four trips, 'HE'S A CATALYST':How linebacker Ty Richmond leads the Mainland defense, TO THE 'SHIP:TO THE 'SHIP: Mainland rallies past Dunbar, punches ticket to Class 3S football title game, Indeed. BYU added a specialist through the transfer portal. "That's what he does. Mainland Regional High School - Boys Varsity Football MAINLAND MUSTANGS Linwood, NJ 9,516 views 235 followers Timeline Highlights Team Schedule Mainland Regional - Varsity Football has a new game recap. Jeudy-Lally spent just one year at BYU after transferring from Vanderbilt. Valeti said he along with the entire team is extremely hungry for the 2022 season to kick off. We look forward to competing at a high level against the opponents on our tough schedule. They needed 100 seconds to go 83 yards against the Blue Devils in the sectional final. A two-score deficit against a biting cold, howling wind and a stout Mustang defense felt too much to overcome. 19 Mainland in the Group 4 semifinals, Nov. 20, 2022, Football semifinals key matchups: The must-win clashes in every playoff game. The Buccaneers went on to defeat Naples 24-13 the following day. Hes a graduate of Skyline High School and the University of Utah and founded QB Elite in 2011. Also on the docket were plans to decorate the school with signs for each player, a possible spot in Saturdays Christmas parade and a welcoming ceremony, win or lose, when the team returns. We have several competitions at different positions that will continue into fall camp. It couldnt have come at a better time. Head coach: Steve Coburn. Coach Travis Roland said that several area businesses, including Fat Boi Gourmet Potatoes, BJs Restaurant and Brewhouse, Bethune Grill and Nothing Bundt Cakes in Ormond Beach have reached out to feed the team before Fridays game. Ian spent five years at Missouri State from 2018-2022 including a redshirt season and a free year of eligibility in 2020. 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WebThe Mainland Regional High School District in Linwood, NJ is committed to safeguarding an exceptional scholastic environment of distinction that exceeds the New Jersey Student On Monday, BYU freshman defensive lineman Isaiah Perez announced his plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal. Why the hell not?' A lot of teams have doubted us after our two losses, but if we come together and play OBG football, theres no team beating us, he said. It means a great deal for these young men and this coaching staff and the school to respond to the COVID challenge the world faced in this way, Henry said. The programs pursuit of the first-ever Group 4 state championship has come with far more drama than it hoped, but the jaw-dropping endings have been worth the knee-rattling suspense. Defensively the Dons will rely heavily on four-year starting defensive lineman Isaac Reupena. August 15, 2022 LINWOOD, N.J. High school football is cyclical for most schools, and Mainland Regional coach Chuck Smith is hoping things are starting to come around again for his Mustangs. Fueled by a talented core of linebackers (Sawyer Johansen and Kolton Brisk), the Wasps should be tough on defense. |, Luis Torres | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com . User Agreement, Thats all you can really ask for. |, Mike Kinney | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com While Chitwood didnt arrive in Daytona Beach until 2006, both Roland and Henry have fond memories of the 2003 squad, though both find themselves in different positions now. Trailing 14-7 and with Mainland threatening to take a two-score lead, Dunbar senior defensive back Shawn Russ picked off Creecy and returned the interception 95 yards for a touchdown to tie the game at 14 with just over seven minutes left in the second quarter. Chitwood added that he expected a video response from Judd and the Lake Wales side and planned to push it across social media platforms as well. The only head coach in Maple Mountains history, Burtenshaw is entering his 14th season as head coach with a 62-83 record over that stretch. This time the crew did not reverse their call and the Buccaneers took a 24-23 lead. Hes a graduate of Provo High School and Stanford University. All rights reserved. Watch this highlight video of the Mainland (Daytona Beach, FL) football team in its game Recap: Mainland vs. Dunbar 2022 on Dec 2, 2022. However, the crew huddled and then ruled Creecy short of the end zone, setting up a fourth-and-goal from inside the 1. WebIf you have general questions about Mainland Athletics please contact the Athletic Director Terrance Anthony Mr. Terrance Anthony Athletic DirectorTrack & Field Head Coach Provo is the only team over the past three years to claim an outright region title, which happened three years ago. Conover was BYUs second-string quarterback behind Jaren Hall for the entirety of the 2022 season. Fall transferred to NAU. Florida State Semifinal High School Football 2022 Dates: Friday, December 2, 2022 Time: In Progress The Dunbar (Fort Myers, FL) varsity football team has a home playoff game vs. Mainland (Daytona Beach, FL) today @ 7:30p. 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Springville High Schools Ryder Burton throws a pass during the 5A football championship game against Lehi High School at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021. On Dunbar's first offensive play of the third quarter, junior TJ Abrams broke through the middle of the Buccaneers' defense and raced 58 yards for a touchdown, putting the Tigers in front 23-14. Help support local journalism with a subscription. DAYTONA BEACH During Mainland High's deepest postseason run in nearly a decade, the Buccaneers have had a simple philosophy. On the next play, Buccaneers senior Ajai Harrell powered straight ahead and as he was being tackled by a host of Dunbar defenders, stretched the ball across the goal line. You got to play to the end, you got to play to the end when you play us, head coach Humberto Ayala said. We just really couldnt do nothing.". Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Yet, with time comes age and with age, perspective. Zamot directed another magical march, which Sharp capped by cutting back into a vacated gap by a blitzing linebacker as he scooted past the goal line. Even when the games are close, I know well always come through.. As of this writing, Robbins is considered a four-star recruit by 247 Sports and tied for the highest-rated transfer running back in the transfer portal. Maile comes to BYU after playing over 1,000 snaps for the Utes and starting the last two years at center. Football Recruiting. With a career in politics, he cant identify his best or most important. Visit the Mainland High School Spirit Wear Shop on Prep Sportswear today! After nearly two decades of being shut out of the state championship picture, the Daytona community is backing the Bucs. Our strength will be the depth of our team, but we will lack experience in some positions. In three seasons at BYU, Holker tallied 42 receptions for 521 On Tuesday, BYU added another veteran offensive lineman for its first season in the Big 12. But a lot of kids that grew up like me are dead, or in prison, and sports was the vehicle that taught structure. This is like getting a hug, when people are feeding you, Roland said. Featured Departments Men's T-Shirts Men's Sweatshirts Hats Premium Women's T-Shirts Mainland Football Head Coach, Chuck Smith. Two years again Wasatch and Maple Mountain shared the region title and then last year Springville and Spanish Fork shared it. You have to remember, a lot of these young men missed [the 2020] football season, playing Pop Warner or high school ball. Im in a different role now, its very different. 2 in 5A). Coach Kirk Chambers team returns six starters on offense and could be the sleeper team in the region based on preseason projections. Scott Mattlock led Boise State in sacks that season with seven. 1:00. Mainland's stats have been entered for the 30-23 win @ Dunbar on 12/2/2022 7:30 PM. Blachewicz: His sack of Franchini inside the red zone in the fourth quarter was the play of the game and kept Millville alive. an entire county discovered football superiority Friday night.. The Buccaneers finished the game with 521 yards of total offense, running 76 plays compared to just 36 for the Dunbar offense. Barrington has been in BYU's two-deep along the offensive line over the last two seasons. After one season with the Utes, Cravens transferred up to Boise to join Broncos where he played for three seasons. Mainland High School. It required them to remain dedicated and committed to a sport they love and we are proud of them.. 3 seed with a 10-3 record, Mainland brings an explosive offense and an attacking defense. Sharp: Ran 11 times for 65 yards and scored the game-winning, 18-yard touchdown with 39 seconds left. Bricere Hunter: Had a 44-yard fumble return score, a 1-yard TD run and finished with 10 carries for 73 yards. It's been nineteen years since Mainland's only for now, at least shining football moment, an anniversary reached officially on Monday. I cant say enough. I wanted my team to win.. It means a great deal for these young men and this coaching staff and the school to respond to the COVID challenge the world faced in this way, Henry said. Those interested can contact Roland at 386-681-7118 or BLOCK leader Krystal Frazier at 386-589-8728. 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The Mustangs return nine starters on offense and 11 on defense from last seasons team, which finished 4-6. Mainland was dropped for 1-yard losses on the first two plays of the possession, then sophomore Darian Blachewicz burst through the line and sacked quarterback John Franchini for an 8-yard loss. You can also contact him at 856-486-2431. Burton threw 12 interceptions last season, but six of them came in the championship ouster to Lehi. Mainland Regional High School is a regional public high school and school district serving students in grades nine through twelve from the communities of Linwood, Northfield and Somers Point in Atlantic County, New Jersey, United States, serving a total population of over 25,000 in the three communities. Henry, also a Mainland graduate in the Class of 1991, was a teacher and an administrator at the school at the time, as well as Mainlands boys basketball coach. Defensively, we are multiple. But he can clearly remember the one he gave on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003, in front of a group of Mainland High School football players who would battle for a Class 5A state championship the next day. We really like our team chemistry and attitude. with Marlon Leslie and 2 other s February 17th at 7:51 AM Recap: Mainland Regional vs. Hammonton 2021 243 Views All Rights Reserved, High school football: Unpredictability the theme again in Region 9, but Springville hoping to stay on top amid coaching change, You might be surprised where former Boise State quarterback Hank Bachmeier ended up, High school girls basketball: Notes and highlights from Tuesdays games, Northridge, North Summit escape with region wins. Hes a graduate of Spanish Fork High School and UVU. Until now. Maple Mountain and Salem Hills finished bottom two in Region 9 a year ago and thats where their projected again. MIDDLETOWN The Mainland Regional High School football team played its best second half of the season Friday night. This is the season the Mainland Regional High School football team has waited for. We want to use multiple fronts and pressures to dictate the game. MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. The quarterbacks heading into this championship tilt have both had sensational seasons, with Lake Wales Trent Grotjan and No matter what Mainland does, coming off of two hurricanes with the economy and all the things going on, when they come home, those guys will get the best pizza and wings in Volusia County and their sheriff is going to foot the bill.. Head coach: Jeff Higginson. I have no doubt in my mind. Four of the six teams have also taken a turn finishing in the bottom two teams in the region only Wasatch and Springville havent. I just did what I had to do, Blachewicz said. WebMainland High School (Daytona Beach, FL) Varsity Football Varsity Boys Football Daytona Beach, FL FOLLOW TEAM 22-23 V. Football Home Schedule Roster Stats " Chitwood said. Im fortunate to have the guys we have. If you have general questions about Mainland Athletics please contact the Athletic Director Terrance Anthony Athletic DirectorTrack & Field Head Coach Boys/Girls; Assistant Head Football CoachAthletics Desk Phone: (386) 258-4665 x54335Email: tanthony@volusia.k12.fl.us Romney, a former three-star recruit, turned down various P5 schools when he signed with BYU. As the No. While he recognizes and embraces that his standing at Mainland and in the community has changed, he said his support is unwavering, though delivered through different channels these days. Dallin Holker. Head coach: Dustin Smith is heading into his third season as head coach after guiding the Dons to an 11-11 record the past two years. Connect with Dan DeLuca: @News-PressDan (Twitter), ddeluca@gannett.com. "I know mayors and governors do it and I thought, 'Is it appropriate for sheriffs to do it? Offensively, we believe in a physical, tough approach. Certainly, the teams run has also beena boost to an area that needed one after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole both battered the coastline this fall, just a little over a month apart. The game is set for a 1 p.m. kickoff on Friday in Fort Lauderdale. Hes a graduate of San Juan High School and the University of Utah. In three seasons at BYU, Holker tallied 42 receptions for 521 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns. They sit as the No. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, However, Dunbar would muster just two first downs and 14 yards of total offense over the final 23 minutes of the game. We just came up short.". |, Joe Zedalis | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Sharp looked to have tears in his eyes after being carried onto the field on the shoulders of his cousin and teammate, but it was actually because of the cold, the shivering junior said. On the Buccaneers' next series, the Tigers came up with another turnover as senior defensive back Eddie Bennett intercepted a Creecy pass at midfield and returned it to Mainland's 12-yard line. The Florida High School Athletic Association has yet to announce a date and time for the contest, though it will be held between Dec. 15-17. Pili racked up 191 tackles over four seasons at BYU. Spanish Fork defense: 17.3 ppg (No. Check the film! At receiver, he will have his choice of fellow seniors, Talo Takitaki and Tomasi Hifo, with underclassmen Drew Deucher and Moses Vaenuku ready to make big plays as well. Roland said that while stomachs are full, hearts are overflowing. "I felt good the whole game," Dunbar coach Sammy Brown said. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Fall has received offers from NAU and Northern Colorado (where Ed Lamb is now head coach) since entering the portal. Third-year Spanish Fork coach Dustin Smith really likes the quality of his returning starters, but there arent that many and the newcomers are very inexperienced at the varsity level. Wide receiver Terrence Fall entered the transfer portal after three seasons in the program. Coach Jeff Higginsons general outlook: Were excited out our young football team! With a career in politics, he cant identify his best or most important. You dont have to be a star on a team to make it in life, but the values of teamwork, ethics and morals and support and expectation and accountability put on you, those things you carry for the rest of your life. 2023 www.news-journalonline.com. 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Looking back at Mainland football's past Final Four trips, How linebacker Ty Richmond leads the Mainland defense, TO THE 'SHIP: Mainland rallies past Dunbar, punches ticket to Class 3S football title game, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. YouTube's privacy policy is available here We had a couple of things that were questionable down on the goalline but I thought the kids fought hard. Certainly, the teams run has also beena boost to an area that needed one after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole both battered the coastline this fall, just a little over a month apart. Dunbar kicker Austin Price connected on a 21-yard field goal to give Dunbar a 17-14 lead. Springville advanced all the way to the 4A state championship game last year, but it had a dreadful performance in the title game in losing to Lehi. I guess they just wanted it more. Your sponsorship is a tax-deductible donation toward the program that helps pay for fees, travel costs, equipment, uniforms and much more. Millvilles heartstopping performances the past two weeks define the character of the program. Millville will take on Northern Highlands at Rutgers for the Group 4 state championship on either Dec. 3 or 4. Bagnah, an edge/outside linebacker who has two seasons of eligibility remaining, received offers from NAU, Jacksonville State, Montana, Eastern Washington, Hawaii, and BYU after entering the transfer portal. Henry, also a Mainland graduate in the Class of 1991, was a teacher and an administrator at the school at the time, as well as Mainlands boys basketball coach. . 0:05. Since the portal opened, BYU has seen 13 players transfer out of the program and 10 players transfer into the program. Coach Dustin Smiths general outlook: We are returning several key players from last years team, but overall we will be younger than usual this season with a lot of playing time out there to be earned. In a way, Mainland has been the calm after the storm and for Chitwood, drawing hope from athletics is just one aspect of this teams run that reaches further than wins and losses. Defensively, junior Tagai Lesa will lead the defense from the middle linebacker position. Caden Luke captains the defense as a returning starter at safety. Nineteen years later, the Bucs are set to play for a state championship, this one against Lake Wales in the 3S classification. Lapuaho adds needed depth to the interior offensive line. This is like getting a hug, when people are feeding you, Roland said. The game is set for a 1 p.m. kickoff on Friday in Fort Lauderdale. . Some of our younger guys are excited, theyve been waiting for their turn to get under the lights, said Valeti. But the glee is just the same. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood said the Volusia Sheriff's Foundation is set to make a $3,500 donation to the cause as well. 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Weber State transfer Nuuletau Sellesin committed to BYU as a PWO. This has that South Georgia, Texas feel. Through it all, the Bucs kept winning. "This one is different now. (Courtesy: Dave OSullivan) In 2018, the Stangs went 8-3, then they followed that up with a 9-1 mark. 2023 www.courierpostonline.com. All rights reserved. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. I think its a monumental opportunity for the community to remind these young people how much we applaud and support them when they do great things, Henry added. Offensively, the Wasps return standout senior running back, Chris Cook, along with Jeraldo Payan (C) and Austin McNaughtan (LG) on the offensive line. I know I was lucky in life, I had good parents, good grandparents and I didnt grow up behind the eight ball like some of these kids have, Chitwood said. Head coach: Dave Valeti. "In 'Jai, we trust." Offensive coordinators : Chase Roberts and Devin Lindley. "This one is different now. Coburn has five years of head coaching experience at Snow College (2006-2010) and 19 years head coaching experience at the high school level. BYU signed Boise State transfer Isaiah Bagnah on signing day. MCI Imporant Dates Mainland Collegiate Institute's Imporanta Dates We look forward to our Zamots eyes were welled up. The Mainland High School football team is being supported by local businesses and beyond as it plays for the FHSAA state championship. Subscribe to The News-Press and the Naples Daily News. At that point, it appeared Dunbar would be the first Lee football team to play for a state championship since Estero in 1998. Longtime starter and 2022 team captain Keenan Pili transferred to Tennessee. Against the Aggies, Conover was 5/9 and he threw for 45 yards. I expect will make some mistakes, but be led several very experienced seniors who have all played varsity since their sophomore and even freshman years. Through it all, the Bucs kept winning. While he recognizes and embraces that his standing at Mainland and in the community has changed, he said his support is unwavering, though delivered through different channels these days. Conover attempted just one pass in that game as BYU dominated the game on the ground. Primary Phone: (386) 226-0300. He passed for 2,300 yards and 25 touchdowns, and that production figures to go up with a year of experience under his belt. Green announced his plans to enter the transfer portal this morning after seeing limited playing time this season. The FHSAA Class 3S football championship is on the line, and the Buccaneers (11-3) will Were in it, no matter what the situation is, to the very end., More:Last-minute touchdown lifts Delsea High School football to win over Camden, state final. Im the mayor and Ill try to support the kids to make sure they have the resources needed and the school has what they need. Mainland and Daytona could be like some of these South Georgia schools where the city loves it and pushes it. The Bucs pulled away in the fourth quarter again with two touchdowns in a 21-3 win. Keeping New Jersey athletes healthy together. Chitwood has gotten involved on social media as well, tweeting a video congratulating and encouraging the team and has engaged in some friendly banter with Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. Watch this highlight video of the Mainland (Daytona Beach, FL) football team in its game Recap: Mainland vs. Rockledge 2022 on Nov 19, 2022. But Russ again intercepted Creecy, this time at the goal line, to preserve the Tigers' 17-14 advantage. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Daytona Beach's Mainland High School is one of a few Central Florida teams that will play for a football state championship. One of the Red Devils top returning players is BYU quarterback commit Ryder Burton. Roland was a captain and defensive catalyst on that team, setting a single-season school record with 217 tackles, one that still stands. Suamataia ended up winning the starting job and played the lion's share of the reps. Fitzgerald was a multi-year starter for Missouri State at right tackle. Northern Highlands defeated North Hunterdon 21-20 in the other semifinal on a blocked extra point in overtime. Coach Dave Valetis general outlook: We are excited for this upcoming season. Barrington followed his brother to Waco to play for Jeff Grimes and Eric Mateos. The Thunderbolts seemed down and out in the fourth quarter against Mainland too, but the grit Ayala has praised his team for left its mark on the turf in Marlton. For days, videos of buildings collapsing, photos of beach erosion and interviews with displaced citizens were plastered on national news channels and many of the people most affected are still scrambling. Hes worked extremely hard all offseason to be better prepared for success on the biggest stage. . With five returning offensive and defensive starters back it has a great foundation to build on, and the rest of the Region 9 coaches know it too as theyve pegged Springville as the team to beat in region. Coach Kirk Chamberss general outlook: The Bulldogs look to improve on their 7-3 season and hope to push deeper into the playoffs with an experienced group of returning starters leading the way. On 12/2, the Mainland varsity football team won their away playoff game against Dunbar (Fort Myers, FL) by a score of 30-23. After switching from safety, Kyson Condie will take the reins at quarterback. Perhaps the most surprising player to enter the transfer portal, Clark Barrington was a three-year starter for BYU along the offensive line who started 40 games. "Russ is a super player; he's dynamic," Brown said. Lehi won 35-6. Mainland Football Head Coach: Chuck Smith Record: 10-2 5-0 in Coach Brad Burtenshaws general outlook: We have a solid group of experienced players coming back from last year. Roland deflected credit, distributing it instead to his assistants and players and with another game to go, largely avoided talk of legacy and broader meaning. Weve had quite a few people do some great things for us. Find NCSA Football Athletes at Mainland High School by Name: And it mightve been, except the Thunderbolt D had other ideas. Keep up with Mainland High School sports with football jerseys, baseball jerseys, and Buccaneers fan apparel for baseball, basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball, and more. This has that South Georgia, Texas feel. Sefa Diaz and Ezra Tuilevuka hope to be putting a lot of pressure on opposing quarterbacks as well. You dont have to be a star on a team to make it in life, but the values of teamwork, ethics and morals and support and expectation and accountability put on you, those things you carry for the rest of your life. Ian Fitzgerald, an offensive tackle, committed to the Cougars over competing offers from the likes of Boise State, Memphis, Tulane, Utah State, and Coastal Carolina and a host of other Group of Five programs. But he can clearly remember the one he gave on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003, in front of a group of Mainland High School football players who would battle for a Class 5A state championship the next day. You have to remember, a lot of these young men missed [the 2020] football season, playing Pop Warner or high school ball. Springvilles defensive coordinator since 2014, Dave Valeti is taking over as head coach at his alma mater this season. and Your California Privacy Rights (User Agreement updated 1/1/21. The Tigers (10-2) held a nine-point lead early in the second half and looked poised to continue their quest to become the first Lee County team to ever win a state football championship. ", "It was a great season, a great run," Brown said. "If you take those seven points away, do the math.". BYU linebacker Tate Romney entered the transfer portal after just one season with the program. In 2021, Conover competed for the starting job against Jaren Hall and Baylor Romney. He spent seven years in the NFL, playing for the Browns, Bills, Bengals and Falcons. Also on the docket were plans to decorate the school with signs for each player, a possible spot in Saturdays Christmas parade and a welcoming ceremony, win or lose, when the team returns. Theres a sentiment in Region 9 that if things arent going well for your football program, just hunker down and wait a year and youll probably be competing for a region title the following season. Any loss that ends a season is tough to endurebut for the Dunbar High School football team, Friday's 30-23 loss to visiting Daytona Beach Mainland in the Class 3S semifinals was especially excruciating. One of the proudest moments of my career was being able to speak to the football team the night before the championship game, Henry said. Holker committed to Colorado State. The Buccaneers won it all Im in a different role now, its very different. They have worked hard this offseason, looking forward to watching them compete this fall. Valeti said Springvilles physical brand of football that focuses on clock management and great defense wont change despite the coaching change. In his penultimate high school football game before heading to the University of Florida and later the National Football League, Rainey scorched Mainland on the This is a really hard year for me to predict how were going to be. Fitzgerald, who has just one year of eligibility remaining, committed shortly after taking an official visit. The officials again ruled a touchdown for Mainland but video of the play appeared to show Harrell's knee was down before the ball crossed the gall line. Hes a graduate of Bonneville (Idaho) High School and BYU. That lead appeared to be in jeopardy late in the first half with Mainland facing a third-and-goal from the Dunbar 5. Mainland Football 2022-2023 - NJ.com Keeping New Jersey athletes healthy together. And since, the fan base has waited. We just had to make plays.. pic.twitter.com/qkM8kLdbWk, Mike Chitwood (@SheriffChitwood) December 7, 2022. He stops receivers.". No matter what Mainland does, coming off of two hurricanes with the economy and all the things going on, when they come home, those guys will get the best pizza and wings in Volusia County and their sheriff is going to foot the bill.. Bagnah tallied six sacks in 2021 which was the second most on his team. DAYTONA BEACH As the mayor of Daytona Beach since 2012, Derrick Henry has given many speeches. In his career, Cravens has racked up 75 total tackles including 7 tackles for loss and 4.5 sacks. We had 3 minutes, Ayala said. Like Nathaniel Gillis, Korbyn Green was a development defensive back prospect that signed with the class of 2022. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Get the latest news, schedule, scores, stats, league standings, rankings and photos for Mainland's high school's Football teams. All rights reserved (About Us). Wasatch has some big holes to fill with just three returning starters on offense and four on defense, but its a program thats consistently on the cusp of greatness and its 11 combined region wins the past three years is more than anyone else. This season, Barrington was listed as a co-starter at right tackle alongside Kingsley Suamataia. Chitwood added that he expected a video response from Judd and the Lake Wales side and planned to push it across social media platforms as well. Roland's sister Tamika, and some of the team moms known as BLOCK, are asking those in the community to consider sponsoring a player by donating snacks, pillows or blankets for the four-hour-plus bus rides, toiletries, encouraging letters or notes, or other personalized items. Henry was more open, speaking about what the school has meant to him. Roland deflected credit, distributing it instead to his assistants and players and with another game to go, largely avoided talk of legacy and broader meaning. For a minimum donation of $500 your businesss name and logo will be featured on all the Mainland High School Flag Football Fundraiser webpages. More than wins on the field, Henry said this team has been a shining example of overcoming adversity. Mainland returned to Daytona Stadium for a third-round matchup with Fletcher. 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