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FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 3Offense will be key to Alvord’s fight for the playoffsLast year’s record:6-4, 2-3 in districtReturning lettermen: 16Offensive starters: 5Defensive starters: 5y TRAVIS MEASLEYThe Alvord Bulldogstarted fall practice with arand new coach, albeit aamiliar face, and lingeringuestions about the possiilityof getting back to thelass 2A state playoffs afterissing them in 2008 withdisappointing district reordof 2-3. After the disrictand former head coachike Chaney split waysarlier this summer, theead job was turned over toefensive coordinator Doneweber.“I think the transition haseen going really well thusar,” Deweber said. “All thether coaches (except one)ere able to stay on and weidn’t change too much anyf the terminology. The kidseem to have respondeduite well thus far.”Coach Deweber wants tomaintain most of the structurethat brought the Bulldogssuccess in the past byrunning the football outAlvord varsity football teamPlayer Position Weight Class2 Trevor Hartfield QB/DB 175 Sr5 L.J. Phillips Rec/DB 145 Sr7 Tyler Choat Rec/DB 160 Sr8 Jesse Browne FB/LB 160 Soph9 Austin Bowen Rec/DB 160 Jr10 Bryan Weaver Rec/DB 140 Jr11 Colton Redman RB/DB 165 Jr13 Ethan Gardiner Rec/DB 165 Sr16 Stephen Talamantes TE/LB 170 Jr17 Luis Maldonado QB/DB 145 Jr22 Jeremy Browne Rec/DB 170 Sr23 T.J. Houston RB/LB 185 Jr24 Tanner Bowen Rec/LB 170 Sr29 Dustin Piercy TE/DL 165 Jr32 Dylan Barclay FB/LB 185 Sr38 Cody Harrison RB/DB 165 Jr50 Luke Haak OL/LB 190 Sr51 Colby Burdine OL/DL 185 Sr54 Clay Hopkins OL/LB 165 Jr56 Hunter Sereika C/DL 160 Jr59 Dalton King OL/DL 200 Jr62 Trevor Chandler OL/DL 190 Jr64 Dustin Stachowiak OL/DL 200 Sr68 Grant Biediger OL/LB 165 Sr70 Cory Rogers OL/DL 220 Sr74 Justin McMann OL/DL 200 Sr76 Elijah Gardiner OL/DL 200 Sr77 Colton Archa OL/DL 220 Sr79 Taylor Foster OL/DL 180 JrCoaches: Don Deweber, Ron Holson, Lane Wilson,Quinten Berend, Mike Virden, Larry Hicksof the I-formation. Fansmight see a little more ofthe spread offense, however,as the coaching staff triesto better utilize offensiveweapons, centered aroundsenior quarterback andreturning starter TrevorHartfield.In his third year on varsityand his second year asstarting quarterback, Hartfield(6-1, 185 pounds) isin position to have anothergreat season and push theBulldogs to a playoff berth.Hartfield has the ability tobeat teams with his armand his legs, and in his seniorseason, he should havethe football intelligence tomake some stellar plays forAlvord.“Trevor is a good playerand is going to have to carrythe load for us offensively,”Deweber said. “He knowsthe offense and has pickedup the subtle changes reallywell. We are looking for himto have a breakout year.”Hartfield showcased hisarm during two-a-days, andopposing defenses could seemuch more aerial ball movementfrom the Bulldogs thisseason than in previousyears.Last year, the Bulldogsrelied on senior workhorseShane Watkins to carry theload for the offense, andWatkins produced gameafter game until sustainingan injury. This year, theBulldogs will have somenew faces in the backfield,and Deweber hopes that afew young tailbacks can fillin the hole left by Watkins.Colton Redman will carrymost of the load for the Bulldogsat running back. Atonly 165 pounds, the juniorwon’t be the bruising backthat Watkins was, but hewill be able to use his speedto be productive. Coacheshave also noticed the timehe spent in the weight roomthis summer, and Redmanhas looked very solid in fallpractice.Cody Harrison, a juniorvarsity standout for Alvordlast year, is returning fromoffseason ACL surgery andwill be a good secondarytailback to give Redman abreak. Dylan Barclay willContinued on page 5

Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 4FootballPreview2009IndexAlvord Football, Cheerleaders .....................2-7Boyd Football, Cheerleaders.....................8-12Decatur Football, Cheerleaders ..............13-17Northwest Football,Cheerleaders ..............................18-19, 34-35Fall Sports Preview ....................................20Wise County Cross Country Teams .........21-23Wise County Volleyball Teams ................24-29Wise County Bands ....................................30Paradise Football, Cheerleaders .............36-40Bridgeport Football, Cheerleaders ..........41-46Chico Football, Cheerleaders .................47-50Friday, August 28Paradise at Van AlstyneBreckenridge at BridgeportTimberview at NorthwestBoyd at BowiePerrin at ChicoElectra at AlvordSaturday, August 29Decatur vs. Dallas Madison, 7p.m., Denton Collins StadiumFriday, September 4Paradise at HenriettaBridgeport at Mineral WellsNorthwest at BurlesonGainesville at DecaturValley View at ChicoGunter at BoydPetrolia at AlvordFriday, September 11Paradise at AubreyProsper at BridgeportDecatur at Liberty ChristianBoyd at Glen RoseAlvord at Valley ViewArcher City at ChicoFriday, September 18Bowie at ParadiseFriday night lightsA week-by-week schedule of Wise County football teamsArgyle at DecaturAlvord at WindthorstSouth Grand Prairie at NorthwestBoyd at GodleyChico at City ViewFriday, September 25Nocona at ParadiseBridgeport at ArgyleGrapevine at NorthwestDecatur at ProsperGrandview at BoydChico at HenriettaFriday, October 2Graham at BridgeportNorthwest at ColleyvilleAlvord at Sacred HeartFriday, October 9Paradise at JacksboroBridgeport at BurkburnettNorthwest at BellIowa Park at DecaturChico at BoydMillsap at AlvordThursday, October 15Decatur at HirschiFriday, October 16Paradise at ChicoIowa Park at BridgeportKeller at NorthwestAlvord at BoydFriday, October 23Millsap at ParadiseBridgeport at VernonNorthwest at Keller CentralBurkburnett at DecaturChico at AlvordBoyd at JacksboroFriday, October 30Paradise at BoydHIrschi at BridgeportTrinity at NorthwestDecatur at VernonParadise at BoydJacksboro at AlvordMillsap at ChicoFriday, November 6Alvord at ParadiseBridgeport at DecaturNorthwest at Keller CentralBoyd at MillsapChico at JacksboroWhich is YOURfavorite poster?Vote online at wcmessenger.com/sports/updatestarting Thursday, August 27

FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 5Offense will be key to Alvord’s fight for the playoffs ...Continued from page 3be the fullback, and coacheshave been impressed withhis ability to block and runthe football.The offensive line may bea bit of a question mark forthe Bulldogs. The line is fullof seniors, but some lack experienceand size. SeniorsColton Archa and DustinStachowiak will anchorthe offensive line and havethe most experience of thegroup. Luke Haak, DaltonKing, Clay Hopkins, JustinMcMann, Elijah Gardiner,Corey Rogers and GrantBiediger will add depth andleadership to the line.“We are going to be smallerthan most across thefront, there is no questionabout that,” Deweber said.“Our guys are going to haveto be quick on their feet andknow their assignments extremelywell. If they do that,I think we will be just fine.”Luis Maldonado, the Bullogs’backup quarterback,ill play wide receiver, andeweber said he was imressedwith the way Malonadocaught the ball inractice. Tanner Bowen,eremy Brown, L.J. Phillips,Stephen Talamantes andDustin Piercy will also contributeto the wide receiverand tight end positions.Bowen and Brown, both seniors,should be the leadersat the positions.Defensively, Alvord is goingto be led by the linebackers.Junior T.J. Houston wasthe star to watch cominginto the season, but a tornAchilles tendon has him outfor the season. The threethreestack defense will allowthe Bulldogs to make2009 Alvord High Schoolvarsity football scheduleDate Opponent Site TimeAug. 15 Muesnter (scrim.) Away TBDAug. 20 Archer City (scrim.) Home TBDAug. 28 Electra Home 7:30 p.m.Sept. 4 Petrolia Home 7:30 p.m.Sept. 11 Valley View Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 18 Windthorst Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 25 OpenOct. 2 Sacred Heart Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 9 Millsap Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 16 Boyd 0Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 23 *Chico Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 30 Jacksboro Home 7:30 p.m.Nov. 6 Paradise Away 7:30 p.m.* Homecomingup for their lack of size.Linebackers Haak andBowen will be asked to leadthe deep group of linebackers.Talamantes, Barclayand Clay Hopkins will alsoprovide skill and experienceat the position.“The linebacker core isdefinitely our strong pointdefensively,” Deweber said.“Most of those guys have experienceat the position. Weare small, but athletic. Ourguys are going to be flyingall over the football field,running stunts and doingwhatever they can to gainthe advantage.”The secondary will bemade up of mostly seniorsas well. Phillips has beenimpressive in practice,showing skills as a covercorner and a solid tackler.Seniors Tyler Choat, JeremyBrowne and Ethan Gardinershould add age and experienceto the secondary.The defensive line will bemuch younger than the offensiveline, and the lackof size will again force theAlvord coaches to look forother ways to get to thequarterback. Seniors ColbyBurdine, Stachowiak andArcha will be the main forcesin the trenches for theBulldogs.Alvord should see a moreproductive season this year.Hartfield brings an extrayear of experience to thequarterback position, and ifsome of the wide receiverscan step up and take pressureoff the backs of Redmanand Harrison, the offenseshould move the ball well.Defensively, the linebackersare going to have to helphold the line of scrimmage.If they can do so, Alvord hasa chance to get back to theplayoffs this fall.1st Choice Truck Lube, Inc.1300 W. FM 1810 • 940-627-3223Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Sat. 8 a.m. - Noonwww.1stchoicetrucklubecenter.comOur 1st Choice isWise County Football!Good luckto allparticipants!Proudly supports theALVORD BULLDOGS110 W. Franklin St. • Alvord940-427-5575www.legend-bank.comBEHINDDECATURTIREFM 1810DecaturHwy 287Hwy 380NThe only choice in truck maintenance.

Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 6FootballPreview2009The 2009-10Alvord varsitycheerleadersare, backrow, MacyLynch,JenniferWard(mascot) andMadi Lynch,middle row,SavanahCampbell,KaileyWatkins,Torie Abbottand ChelseySteel andin frontare LaceyChestnutand AmberGreer.GO TEXANS!Have a Great Fall SeasonBest wishes to all Wise County Teams!The 2009-10 Alvordjunior varsitycheerleadersare, clockwisefrom topmiddle,Carley King,Ariel Rogers,JordanWarren, ErinPatrick, Kaci• Hydro-Mulchers • Erosion Products • Fertilizer • SeedArnold andAshley Edge. PO Box 6, Justin, TX 76247 • 940-648-2751800-657-1822 • www.justinseed.com

FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 72009 Alvord junior varsity football team5 Chase Word8 Tyler Caster9 Beni Browne10 Jeremy Lingle11 Trevor Hardee12 Logan Enis13 Clayton Brown16 Travis Hampton17 Jordan Locklear22 Scotty Batchelor23 Chance Mitchell24 Kyle Rice28 Brandon Aeling29 Casen BakerGood Luck to all of OurWise County Teams!from your friends atNorth TexasTire & AutomotiveThomas Cope ~ Owners ~ Keith BurkeNew & Used Tires - Auto RepairMon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sat., 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.32 Jacob Klein33 Thomas Trice34 Dakota Crafton38 Jordan Lingle40 Alex Bailey44 Marcus Vaughan53 Austin Gaskins54 Harley Davila55 James Joplin56 Justin Heap64 Cody Blackwood66 Maurisio Perez70 Josh Blake80 Adrian Hardy103 S. Hwy. 287 • Decatur, TX.940-626-8050YOURHOMECOMINGHEADQUARTERSBEST OF LUCK TO ALLWISE COUNTY TEAMS!Floral Designsfor Every OccasionServing all of Wise County.A RAY OFFLOWERS411 East Walnut • Decatur940-627-1208M-F 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. • Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.www.arayofflowers.com

FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 9Boyd has the talent to play into the holidaysBoyd varsity football teamPlayer Position Class3 Brandon Bomar RB/DB Sr5 JR Whatley WR/DB Jr7 Kyle Stearns WR/DB Sr8 Austin Ratliff WR/DB Jr9 Tim Fleming QB/DB Sr10 Ryan Wilson WR/DB Sr11 Cameron Boyers WR/DB Jr12 Jeff Mears WR/DB Sr14 Tim Warner QB/LB Sr16 Jorge Vasquez WR/DB Sr17 Cody Rothlis WR/DB Sr19 Edgar Lugo WR/DB Sr20 Casey Kirkland WR/DB Jr21 Ricky Ricketts RB/DL Jr25 Travis Williams WR/DL Jr26 Chance Vanderslice WR/DL Sr33 Jesse Brothers WR/LB Sr34 Jake May WR/DB Sr36 Andrew Scruggs WR/DB Sr42 JD Childress WR/LB Sr44 Neil Livingston RB/LB Jr45 Dylan House WR/DL Jr46 Colton Lyon RB/LB Jr50 Yancey Dunning OL/D Sr51 Hollis Gregory OL/DL Sr52 Victor Ramirez OL/LB Jr58 Matt McBride OL/DL Jr64 Cameron Tyner OL/DL Sr66 Kyler Foster OL/DL Jr67 Steven Goode OL/DL Sr70 Kameron Sessums OL/DL Sr75 Michael Huddleston OL/DL Sr76 Andrew Guevara OL/DL Sr77 George Lavigne OL/LB Sr78 Ryan Stokes OL/DL Sr88 Alan Cardona WR/DB SrCoaches — J.G. Cartwright, BrandonHopkins, John Basting, Oscar Hernandez,Derick King, Kris Taylor, Mike Boyers,Doug Norman, Dwayne Gardner and DanielBourgeois.Last year’s record:5-6, 3-2 in districtReturning lettermen: 17Offensive starters: 10Defensive starters: 7y ROBERT MORGANComing off a 5-6 season is not a statistic thatould scare many opponents, but Boyd justight be the exception this year and the hype islready building. The Yellowjackets, who finishedhird in district play last year, are picked in theop 10 in nearly every preseason state poll depiteits losing record in 2008.That’s because the South Wise County boysave a roster loaded with talent like the 2004tate championship team. With 10 starters backon offense and seven on defense, Boyd has themost returning experience of any team in the districtand the county.“We definitely have a lot of guys back who haveplayed a lot of football,” said coach J.G. Cartwright.“We have moved some of our startersaround but that’s because we are fortunate tohave depth at all the positions this year. We havea chance to be a pretty good football team.”The strength of the Yellowjackets will likely beoffense where 10 starters return for another shotat a district title. The leader of the pack will bequarterback Tim Fleming (6-1, 205), one of thefew signal callers in the state to run and throwfor more than 1,000 yards in the same season.“Tim is a good one,” Cartwright said. “He alsoruns track, cross country and plays basketballso he is always working hard. He added about15 pounds this summer and is also running faster,so that speaks volumes for how hard he hasworked.”Fleming will operate behind the biggest andmost talented line in the county where four ofthe five starters are back. However, all but onestarter will be in a new position as Cartwrighthas shuffled his big boys around to utilize moretalent.“We might be a little slow to start because theguys are learning a new position, but they justabout all started in one position or another,” hesaid. “There is no doubt that we are big, but thatcan also slow us down a little so we will need toblock well.”Senior Hollis Gregory (6-0, 252) will line up atContinued on page 10

Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 10FootballPreview2009Boyd has the talent to play into the holidays ...Continued from page 9center while senior AndrewGuevara (6-1, 312) and seniorGeorge Lavigne (6-1,257) will line up at left guardand tackle, respectively. Theright guard spot will be helddown by seniors CameronTyner (6-2, 286) and RyanStokes (6-0, 340).At right tackle, senior StevenGoode (6-1, 280) willstart but will also be backedup by junior Matt McBride(6-2, 271). The stable of linemenwill also include KameronSessums, Kyler Foster,Victor Ramirez and MichaelHuddleston.The spread offense hasall of its receivers back. Theleading man is left wideoutsenior Kyle Stearns (6-0, 170) who racked up 850yards in the air in 2008. Theright side will feature seniorEdgar Lugo and junior JRWhatley.The inside receiving corpswill include junior TravisWilliams, senior Jesse Brothers,senior Ryan Wilson andjunior Austin Ratliff.There is another changein the backfield where Boydhas to fill the void of JeremySessums. Cartwrightlooked no further than juniorColton Lyon (6-1, 210),a two-way starter who hasdominated opponents sinceSubscribeOnline.www.wcmessenger.com/subscribe2009 Boyd High Schoolvarsity football scheduleDate Opponent Site TimeAug. 15 Henrietta (scrim.) Away TBDAug. 20 Lake Worth (scrim.) Home TBDAug. 28 Bowie Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 4 Gunter Home 7:30 p.m.Sept. 11 Glen Rose Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 18 Godley Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 25 *Grandview Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 2 OpenOct. 9 Chico Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 16 Alvord Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 23 Jacksboro Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 30 Paradise Home 7:30 p.m.Nov. 6 Millsap Away 7:30 p.m.* Homecominghis freshman year on varsity.Because Lyon plays nearlyevery play of the game,he will also be backed upat running back by seniorBrandon Bomar and juniorNeal Livingston.The kicking game is insure hands, or feet, as well,as Fleming will take care ofpunting and Lugo returnsat kicker.Defensively, the Yellowjacketshave the most depthwhich is good news for fansas it will allow the two-waystarters to get more breathersduring the game.The defensive tackles inthe 4-3 look will not have apredetermined set of startersas coaches plan to use aneight-man rotation. The bigand physical group will includeGuevara, Tyner, Gregory,Stokes, Goode, McBride,Foster and Huddleston.The end positions are setwith senior Yancey Dunningand Williams doing the bulkof the work. They will bebacked up by junior RickeyRicketts, Kameron Sessumsand junior Dylan House.The linebacker crew isSPECIAL OFFERSfor Teachers & Students• $45 Massage • $60 Acne Treatment Facial (offer expires 9.25.09)Wishing all Wise Countyathletes a winning season!• Massage Therapy• Facials• Spa Treatments• Waxing• Spa Products116 E. Main Street, Ste. D • Decatur • 940-627-5697East of Decatur Squarenearly set with most of thegroup intact from last year.In the middle slot will beLavigne and Lyon and bothwill get help from Tim Warner,Brothers and Ramirez.The weakside duo will besenior J.D. Childress andLivingston.Every safety returns thisseason and gives Boyd thefastest bunch in district.Fleming, Lugo and Wilsonwill rotate in those twospots, while Stearns, Ratliffand Whatley will do thesame at cornerback.Cartwright is confidenthis team can reach its potentialthis year. He addedthat a brutal non-districtschedule should help hisstaff make all the necessaryadjustments before districtplay.“I don’t think anyonehas a tougher non-districtschedule than us,” he explained.“All five teams weplay were in the playoffslast year, and two in districtmade it. With seven of our10 opponents being a playoffteam, we will have toget better quickly. We couldstart district with a losingrecord, but it will make usbetter. But we could easilywin them all, we’ll just haveto wait and see how quicklywe start clicking.”Wishing the Best of Luck to All ofOur Wise County TeamsLumber • Painting Supplies • Masonry Products• Hardware • Electrical Supplies• Tools • Plumbing Supplies• Glass (Custom Cut) • Fixtures • Ace PaintsMunn’s Home & AutoACE HARDWAREHardware: 940-433-2321Automotive: 940-433-2322112 S. Hovey • BoydCHECKUS OUT!• Cheer suits(all colors)• Cheer shoes& Accessories• Boys SpiritJerseys(all colors)• Dance wear• Dance shoes• HalloweenCostumes• Wigs, Makeup& other access.Le DanceTheatrical Supply206 N Mason,Downtown BowieOpen Mon. thru Sat.940-872-4538

FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 11GO BOYDYELLOWJACKETS!We proudly supportour hometown teams!2009 Boyd junior varsityfootball team3 Austin Booth5 Abraham Moreno10 Chasen Starnes17 Jared Cate20 Casey Kirkland33 Jacob Brothers34 Beau Montgomery36 C.J. Neckar45 Gabe Gillespie50 Garret Gregory51 Danny Ricketts52 Cameron Plummer59 Chad Bost60 Kyle Huber62 Trent Tate64 Dillon Pickett67 Christian Almonrode75 Tru Vang76 Rick Hardcopf77 Tyler PowersNA Ross SmithNA Josh JacobsThe Movie Store110 W. Rock Island • Boyd940-433-8777 • 940-433-2800WE’VE GOT THE SPIRIT — The 2009-10 Boyd varsity cheerleaders are, from left, (back row)Matt Shearer, Dean Tate, (third row) Danielle Foster, Ashlie Snodgrass, Evie Worley, JessicaTaylor, Oveta Garcia, (second row) Bethany Riley, Katie May, Brooke Barnett, Taylor Truly,(front row) Kaylee Ford, Chelsea Elkins, Allie Voiselle, Maria Moreno and Andrea Porras.Where Quality and Service MatterProud Supporter of AllWise County Athletes!• Groceries • Bakery • Deli • Floral• Meat • Produce • Dairy • Frozen • Specialty FoodsHOMETOWN PR♥UD1202 FM 51 S., Decatur940-627-6438Hwy. 114, Boyd940-433-23251501 Halsell, Bridgeport 100 E. Maginnis, Chico940-683-4006940-644-2426www.marketplacegrocery.com

Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 12FootballPreview20092009 Boyd freshmanfootball team3 Eric Esquivel5 Blake McDonald12 Michael Partin17 Cody Bradley30 Dillon Reid33 Gilbert34 Josh Vess42 Singleton45 Dakota Caldera50 Yeager Harkness51 Farrell52 Derrick Wreay55 Hunter Martin60 Garrett Raley67 Josh Dodd68 Matt Sinclair77 Brett WilsonPROUDLY SUPPORTING ALLOUR BRIDGEPORT ATHLETESGO TEAM— The2009 BoydHigh Schooljunior varsitycheerleadersinclude,from left,HaleyWilson,GabbyPorras,JessicaLeavell,AmandaMartindaleand VictoriaHowe.THE FIRSTNATIONAL BANKSubmit YOURlocal news...www.wcmessenger.com/submitFIRST SINCE 1890A Branch of the First National Bank of Jacksboro1055 US Hwy. 380 • Runaway Bay940-575-2100Telebank 940-374-3522Open Mon. - Thur., 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.www.fnbjacksboro.com

Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 14FootballPreview2009Eagles hope a little more depth produces better resultsLast year’s record:4-6, 2-3 in districtReturning lettermen: 27Offensive starters: 3Defensive starters: 5y ROBERT MORGANDecatur head footballoach Kyle Story has beenfortunate guy in his nineears leading the program.e has been blessed with aot of talent and a coachingtaff that has had very littleurnover this decade.However, he was not soucky last year as he had theisfortune of an issue alloaches face in some pointinjuries. The Eagles, whoometimes played withoutny of the linebackers thattarted the season, hads many as seven startersidelined at once last yearecause of injuries.Story is hopeful that willPlayer Position Class1 Alec Torres REC Jr2 Colton Parker LB/QB So3 Cole McCurdy DB/REC Jr4 Colby Moore DE/RB Sr5 Hunter Hargrave DB/REC Sr6 Dillon Quinn REC Jr7 Cookie Zamora DT/RB Sr8 Brevon Blaylock DB/REC So9 Zach Gage LB/REC Sr10 Brandon Climer REC Jr11 Taylor Hawkins DB/REC Sr12 Wesley Coleman DB Jr13 Sterling Hicks DE Sr14 Ross Madden DB/REC Sr15 Preston Cone LB Jr17 Danny Hardin DB/REC Jr20 Blake Haney LB/REC So21 Brandon Jones DB/REC Sr22 Colton White LB Sr24 Clint Taylor LB Sr25 Alejandro Beltran RB Jr26 Chance Gasperson LB/RB Sr28 Juan Aldape DB Sr30 Jose Martinez RB Jr31 Nick Mackenrodt LB Jr33 Ryan Thomas DE/REC Sr39 Ashton Hacker LB Jrnot be a problem this yearnow that his group has a littlemore depth and severaltalented players back from a2009-10 Decatur varsity football team4-6 team. Most of the experienceis on defense where fivestarters return from a groupthat could be one of the best44 Tyler Hodges DB/RB Jr48 Van Speed LB Jr50 Kaleb Montes LB/OL Jr53 Jonathan Alling DT/OL Jr54 Ethan King LB/OL So55 Jase Reeves DT/OL Sr56 Francisco Perez DT/OL Sr58 Jacob Murphey OL Jr62 Nathan Alling OL Sr63 Bobby Byrd DE/OL Jr64 Nick Martinez DE/OL Sr65 Taylor Archer OL Sr66 Marcus Dwinnell DE Jr67 Chase Glasscock DT Jr68 Zack Park OL Sr71 Jaime Gomez DE/OL Jr73 Ryan Maxson OL Jr74 Clint Moore DT/OL Sr79 Isaac Aranda DE Sr80 Kyle Green REC Sr88 Justin Smith LB SrCoaches: Kyle Story, Chris Jones, Glenn Vrba, JackReeves, Dennis Cobb, Chris Carter, Tim Mynarcik,John Speed, David Park, Heath Tullous, Nick Stokes,Casey Jones, Chris Hornsby, Randon Jean, Dene Matthewsand Samuel Alaniz.in District 5-3A.The most improved areaon the team is looking to bethe front line where nearlyevery returnee saw playingtime on varsity last year.The Eagles, who will playmore of a 4-3 defense insteadof the 3-4 like last year, willbe led by senior Clint Mooreand junior Jonathan Allingat tackle. Seniors CookieZamora and Francisco Perezwill also rotate in thosespots to give DHS plenty ofmuscle on the line.Story is excited about theend positions where a pairof talented starters returnin seniors Ryan Thomas andNick Martinez. They will bebacked up by seniors ColbyMoore and Jase Reeves aswell as junior Marcus Dwinnell.Martinez is the leadingtackler back this year afterposting 96 a year ago.“We should be real goodup front. Those guys can getafter it,” said Story. “We areContinued on page 16

FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 15WE’VE GOT SPIRIT,YES WE DO — The2009-10 DecaturHigh School varsitycheerleading squadfeatures CarmenCash, Shay Story,Lynzee Jordan, LauraWaggoner, KatySanders, AmberPerkins, Amber Griffen,Denae Schertz, JessicaDodd, Ally Howertonand Hilary Kuykendall.WISE TRIVIAThe county’s first real stadium was builtfor COLLEGE football.Penn O. Dickson Field was on the campusof old Decatur Baptist College,now the Wise County Heritage Museum.Decatur High School played there, too.WISECOUNTYTITLECOMPANYA Century of Accuracy and ReliabilityBridgeport 1709 Ninth Street • 940-683-3581Decatur 405 Park West Court • 940-627-35 -3581“LocallyOwned” www.wisetitle.com2009 Decatur junior varsityfootball team1 Gamino, Daniel2 Tate, Chris3 Saunders, Chris4 Fitzgerald, Reece5 Roose, Christian6 Moon, Elliott7 Muehlstein, Garrett10 Jackson, Cooper12 Spence, Taylor13 Walker, Jacob14 Turner, Chance15 Murphy, Josh17 Harris, Jon19 Snow, Conner20 Medlin, Colby22 Brazeau, Dustin24 Perez, Nick25 Doubrava, Will26 Terrell, Mason30 Hoskins, Zach31 Warren, Tim33 Atwood, Colton40 Carpenter, HadenGood Luck to all WiseCounty Teams!41 Henson, Corey45 Gillispie, Colton52 Dobbs, Jared54 Niblett, Cruz55 Murillo, Frankie58 White, Conner59 Lira, Arnulfo60 Cowdrey, Collin62 Adams, Jeremy63 Galindo, Gerardo64 Cooper, Jared67 Cortez, Ray68 Munoz, Herandi70 Garrett, Chace71 Alvarez, Juan73 Selby, Cole74 Rodriguez, James77 Pippin, Cody78 Cortez, Jacob79 Ripolio, Bryan84 Hogan, Caleb89 Lopez, ArtemioJohn Winder, D.D.S., Inc.F A M I L Y D E N T I S T R Y5 0 1 S . W A S H B U R N • D E C A T U R940-627-2514Left to right:Travis Caddell,D.D.S.John Winder,D.D.S.Paige Winder,D.D.S.Timothy Casey,D.D.S.Roy Kindrick,D.D.S., M.S.D.

Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 16FootballPreview2009Eagles hope a little more depth produces better results ...ontinued from page 14starting to play more teams thatrun the ball, so this should help us alot up front.”The linebacker corps is in muchbetter shape this year. The Eaglesare much deeper than a year ago. Atthe inside spots will be junior KalebMontes and senior Clint Taylor,while senior Colton White will providesome additional help.The early candidates at the outsidelinebacker spots are sophomoreEthan King and senior ZachGage. Sophomores Colton Parkerand Blake Haney will also rotate inthose positions to complement thequick group.Senior Ross Madden is one ofthe top defenders on the team andwill start once again at cornerback.He will be joined by senior TaylorHawkins, junior Cole McCurdy andjunior Danny Hardin, a talentedtwo-way player who transferredfrom Sanger over the summer.The Eagles have the rest of thedefense set for the most part as WesColeman will take over at free safetywith some help from Tyler Hodges,while Brandon Jones is set to playthe strong side with assistance fromBrevon Blaylock, who racked up 91tackles and two interceptions whileplaying for Sanger last year.“We feel like the defense will beconsiderably better than last year.We don’t have a lot of depth butmore than we did last year whenyou consider we were losing playersevery game it felt like,” said Story.“We must continue to get better inthe secondary.”Offensively, only time will tell howgood the Eagles will be after losingmost of its starters at the skilled positions.The most noticeable differencewill be at quarterback whereTim Metts will not return as he hastransferred to another school.Taking over under center will notbe an unknown player as Parker(5-10, 185), who played in severalgames last year as a freshman,is scheduled to run the show. Theyoungster is quick on his feet andStory said he is throwing the ballbetter.The single set back will be determinedlater in the season as coacheshave to find a replacement for MatthewHuddleston who ran for morethan 1,000 yards in 2008. One of theleading candidates is Hodges (6-0,185), who played well in a scrimmageagainst Kennedale. Story saidhe plans to use several runningbacks early in the season before decidingif he will have a designatedstarter. Also running the ball willbe senior Chance Gasperson, juniorJose Martinez, junior Alejandro Beltran,Zamora and Moore.Another big role to fill is at receiverwhere standout Chad Harrison(Midwestern State University)has left a void. However, Jones wasa starter last year and could be themain target. Story said he will alsohave Thomas, Madden and juniorBrandon Climer catching passesthroughout the season at the insidespot.The outside receivers have notbeen determined, but coaches knowwho they are considering as starters.That group of speedsters includesHawkins and Gage, while2009 Decatur varsity football scheduleDate Opponent Site TimeAug. 15 Kennedale (scrim.) Home 10 a.m.Aug. 21 Springtown (scrim.) Away 7 p.m.Aug. 29 Dallas Madison Denton Collins Stadium 7 p.m.Sept. 4 Gainesville Home 7:30 p.m.Sept. 11 Argyle Lib. Christian Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 18 #Argyle Home 7:30 p.m.Sept. 25 Prosper Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 2 OpenOct. 9 *Iowa Park Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 15 *WF Hirschi Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 23 *Burkburnett Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 30 *Vernon Away 7:30 p.m.Nov. 6 *^Bridgeport Home 7:30 p.m.* District Play# Homecoming^ Senior Nightjunior Wes Coleman, junior DillonQuinn and McCurdy are also vyingfor playing time.The anchor of the offense will bethe line, which Story said is playingthe best of any group so farWISE COUNTY MESSENGERLocal Paper. Local News.Loyal Readers.thanks to the return of three starters.That’s no surprise as all-districtstandouts Nathan Alling and FranciscoPerez are back at center andguard, respectively. Zach Park willback up Perez, and Jonathan Allingand Montes will take care of thework at right guard.At left tackle, Clint Moore is anotherfull-time player back, and hewill be backed up by Reeves. Martinezand Reeves will also rotate atthe right tackle spot.“Our line has done a darn good jobso far,” Story said. “They are pickingup the stunts and blocking real well.We will need a lot from them so wecan hopefully improve our completionpercentage, which was not realgood last year.”The kicking game is the biggestconcern for the Eagles. As always,the quarterback will take care ofthe punting chores, but Story isstill auditioning for the kicking job.Hawkins and Beltran are the earlyfront-runners.CLASSIFIEDS ONLINEwww.wcmessenger.com/class

GO, EAGLES, FIGHT — The 2009-10 Decatur High Schooljunior varsity cheerleading squad is led by Kortni Robinson,Chanan Morrison, Haley Dale, Hannah Davidson, KellieFlesher, Tiphanee Nichols, Whitney Vrba, Sydney Gregg, LacyFranklin, Payton Boner, Kenzie Snell and Kendall Trachta.Sports Fans! Eat Your Pre-game Meal With Us.Italian RestaurantCatering AvailableWe Accept All Major Credit Cards940-627-0111940-627-9611200 S. Washburn St • Decatur(Next to Taco Bell)Now serving seafood,veal, chicken, pasta& pizza. Full menu!WE SUPPORTALL OURWISE COUNTY TEAMSHAVE A GREAT SEASON!901 E. Bus. 380Decatur • 940-627-5962Monday - Saturday, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.cross country band volleyball cheerleading footballcross country b a n d v o l l e y b a l l c h e e r l e a d i n g f o o t b a l l b a n dDowntown Decatur Businesses SupportWise County SportsCity of Decatur MainStreet Program106 S. TrinityDecatur, Texas 76234940-627-6158HarrisMusic111 West MainDecatur940-627-5737TRINITY RIVERFURNITURE MFGDesign Studio and GalleryCustom Built Furnitureand Restoration121 N. State St.940-627-5737Apparel and GiftsYou can do all things throughChrist who Embellishments strengthens you.Phil 4:13103 N. State St.940-627-1911Cabbage PatchCaféHome-cooked SpecialsM-F 11 a.m. - 2p.m.112 W. Walnut940-627-5600Children’s Parties,Mending & AlterationsHomecoming MumsLayaway Available115 N. State St.940-626-3727Nell’sNookNon-Profit Benefitting Hospice114 N. Trinity • Decatur940-626-8006CALENDAR OF EVENTSSEPTEMBERCruise Nights on theCourthouse Square ....................................Sept. 5Girls Night Out ....................................... Sept. 10City Wide Garage Sale ............................ Sept. 19OCTOBERCruise Nights on theCourthouse Square .....................................Oct. 3National Night Out ....................................Oct. 6Girls Night Out ..........................................Oct. 8Painting Downtown Pink ......................... Oct. 23NOVEMBERHoliday Open House ................................ Nov. 7Veteran’s Day Celebration ....................... Nov. 11Girls Night Out ....................................... Nov. 12Lucky Seven ............................................ Nov. 27DECEMBERMoonlight Madness ....................................Dec. 5Girls Night Out ........................................Dec. 10Cowboy Christmas ...................................Dec. 12Mistletoe & Motorcycles ..........................Dec. 19Contact Frieda Hanley at 940-627-6158for more information.Antiques119 West Main ~ Decatur940-627-1993Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Sewell &ForbisChristopher N. ForbisAttorney at Law102 W. Walnut940-627-2143Stephen J. WrenMason L. WoodruffJennifer Wren100 N. Trinity, Decatur940-627-2162114 West Walnut940-627-2112Photography by Maria940-627-6771WISE OFFICEFURNITUREBusiness or Home OfficeNew and Used Furniturewofurniture.com202 W. Walnut940-627-6141Full Lineof OfficeSupplies115 S. Trinity • Decatur940-627-5987Fax 940-627-1004www.messengerofficesupply.comc r o s s c o u n t r y b a n d v o l l e y b a l l c h e e r l e a d i n g f o o t b a l l b a n d

FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 19New coach, quarterback hope to continue playoff streakNorthwest High Schoolhead coach Bill Pattersonis in for a challenge as thefirst-year coach of the Texans.After spending eightyears building a playoff-caliberprogram at 5A NaamanForest High School in Garland,Patterson jumps intodistrict 5-5A, arguably oneof the toughest in the statewith powerhouse EulessTrinity. After a 4-3 districtrecord and a playoff appearancelast year, Pattersonwill have to rely on the returningleadership on theoffensive side of the ball tohelp him reach his constantgoal: Another trip to the postseason.“We have everything inplace to continue to be a successfulfootball program,”Patterson said. “From returningplayers to facilities,I can’t imagine a betterplace to be.”The success of the Texanswill rest squarely on theshoulders of the quarterbackand the offensive line. Fansare going to see a slightlyNo. Name Pos. Class2 Casey Jones RB 123 Chris Bain WR 124 Cameron Langer WR 115 Tristan Ceasar RB 126 Ethan Armor OLB 127 Eric Clinton WR 128 Kevin Meek WR 129 Hector Galvan CB 1210 Casey Obenshain CB 1111 Drew Bridges S 1212 Jacob Jones QB 1113 Derreal Jackson WR 1214 Taylor Barnhill QB 1215 Chris Welch WR 1216 Alec Laffoon QB 1117 Alan Young CB 1018 Chris Prebevsek K 1219 Travis Price S 1220 Daniel Lumbantobing DL 1221 Cole Edwards WR 1222 Chris Young RB 1223 Charles Campbell S 1224 Anthony Chiofalo LB 1225 Matt Nichols CB 1226 Kerry Harris RB 12new look from the Texans,as Patterson likes to spreadout the defense in multiplereceiver threats, but thenpound the football with apowerful ground game.“My philosophy is youhave to run the football,plain and simple,” Patterson2009 Northwest varsity football team27 Jomi Ogunwolu RB 1128 JJ Flaggs DE 1229 Nathan Rusche S 1130 Brandon Tewksbury S 1231 Chad Wampler LB 1132 Michael Reed RB 1033 Ingram Carpenter CB 1234 JD Hake LB 1235 Chris Brown DE 1237 Shaun Knaust WR 1138 Eric Chiofalo DE 1040 Dak McElhannon DL 1244 Parker Hatley LB 1145 Hunter Martin DE 1249 Jared Cook DL 1150 Casey Crone DL 1151 Jason Inderlied OL 1252 Jeff Stevens LB 1155 Dylan Dykes DL 1159 Sawyer Cooper OL 1160 Tim Brown OL 1161 David Range OL 1262 Trent Thompson DL 1263 Dominque Stewart DL 1064 John Scholler OL 1265 Andrew Thrasher DL 12said. “We are going to spreadteams out and then run itdown their throats. Thatsets up the play-action andthe passing game for us.”Three guys are lockedin a battle for the quarterbackposition. Senior TaylorBarnhill and juniors JacobJones and Alec Lafoonhave all been getting looksin practice. Barnhill (6-4)is the leading candidate forthe job and with his largeframe, could prove to be theperfect fit for Patterson’soffense. None of the threequarterbacks, however, have66 Ubaldo Arriaga DL 1270 William Musgrove OL 1271 Ben Collins OL 1272 Dakota Nortan OL 1174 Blake Mortan OL 1275 Michael Aydelotte OL 1276 Dakota Brinkley OL 1277 Lewis Ray OL 1278 Anthonly Ramirez OL 1179 Jonathan Christman OL 1080 Cody Long WR 1081 Ismael Haynes WR 1182 Zach Briggs WR 1183 Steven Schrieber WR 1284 Bryan Gillham WR 1286 Aaron Jackson S 1287 Bryce Lawson WR 1188 Justin Hess S 1289 Tyler Morgan LB 1090 William Tucker DL 1297 Shane King DL 1199 Christian Gonzales DL 11Head coach: Bill PattersonAssistants: Joel Johnson, Kenny Duck, RobertJohnson, Pepper Nix, Larry Meek, Trey Aley,Monty Leaf and Bobby Hollowaymuch game experience.Running back is probablythe biggest questionmark for Northwest and aspot where Patterson needssomeone to step up and becomethe offense’s work-Continued on page 34

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Fall Sports Preview 2009Page 21The 2009-10Boyd HighSchool girlscross countryteam willfeature SkylarTruly, KatieMark, AbigailFagan andDancey Jordan.Not picturedare BethanyRiley, CourtneySanders andJulie Read.The boys’team includesAlexanderSnodgrass, NoelBrickle and KyleDunn. Not picturedare MattShearer, HunterShearer, JeffMears and JakeMay.The 2009-10Alvord crosscountry teammembers are,back row, AshleyMusgrave, BeckyHofsiss, CoachSchmucker,Jordan Ward,Chelsey Steeleand TabithaHofsiss, middlerow, Madi Lynch,Carley King,Harley Hooks,Kaci Arnold,Robyn Musgrave,Caly Rangle andMacy Lynch, bottomrow, KaileyWatkins, ArielRogers and MacyPritchett.

Page 22Fall Sports Preview 2009The 2009-10Decatur HighSchool boyscross countryrunnersare (seniors)Alex Forbis,GustavoHuerta, ChrisOrtiz, EricPedroza,ChaseSaunders,(juniors)Kyle Hunley,Pablo Rivas,(sophomores),Shane Pogue,(freshmen)Gunner Dailey,Travis Kyle,RemingtonMay, TimSlimp, DanielSmyers andMichealSmyers.The 2009-10 DecaturHigh School girlscross country runnersare (seniors) JackieAguinaga, Katie Oberle,Teresa Rivera, RebeccaRoose, Sutton Young,Katie Brown, (juniors)Karen Fernandez,Hanna Galloway,Astrid Mendez, CasieMorgan, Tracie Pryor,(sophomores) HannahDavidson, Kory Jones,Elise Keller, BiancaMorrison, NatalieNeighbors, ZuleimaPalomo, Casey Ritter,Andrea Rivera, PaulinaSanchez, KristaTamplen, VeronicaTorres, Erica Lampkins,Whitney Vrba, (freshmen)Macky Dailey,Tamara Maywald,Haleigh Newville andLindsey Provan.

Fall ports Preview 2009Page 2320 WORDS20 DOLLARS1 WEEK28,000 HOMESThe 2009-10Slidell HighSchool crosscountry teamincludes AllieStaub, BobbiClemmer,Chanel Brewer,Katy Stephens,ShandaWoodruff,Nicole Verdugo,AshtonStroope,Fernanda Ortiz,Sarah Davis,RebekahMcGregor, AprilManess andBrandi Yoast.First Name: _______________________________________________Last Name: _______________________________________________Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________City: ___________________________ State: ________ Zip: _________Phone: ___________________________________________________E-mail: ___________________________________________________# of Issues: _________ ❏ Credit Card ❏ Check #: ____________Credit Card Type: ________________________ Exp.: ______________Credit Card Number: _______________________________________Ad (20 words of Less):_________ _________ _________ _________ __________________ _________ _________ _________ __________________ _________ _________ _________ __________________ _________ _________ _________ _________Ads must be prepaid before running. Submit payment to:Wise County MessengerPO Box 149 • 115 South Trinity • Decatur, TX 76234WISE COUNTY MESSENGERLocal Paper. Local News.Loyal Readers.We’re Backing theEagles All the Way!2009 Decatur EaglesVarsity Football ScheduleAug. 15 .......Kennedale.................HomeAug. 21 .......Springtown................AwayAug. 29 .......Dallas Madison..........AwaySept. 4 ........Gainesville................HomeSept. 11 ......Liberty Christian......ArgyleSept. 18 ......Argyle...........HomecomingSept. 25 ......Prosper ...................AwayOct. 2 ..........ByeOct. 9 ..........Iowa Park ...............HomeOct. 15 ........WF Hirschi ...............AwayOct. 23 ........Burkburnett .............HomeOct. 30 ........Vernon .....................AwayNov. 6 ..........Bridgeport ...............HomeFreshman & JuniorVarsity Football ScheduleAug. 15 .......Kennedale.................HomeAug. 21 .......Springtown................AwayAug. 27 .......ByeSept. 3 ........Gainesville.................AwaySept. 10 ......Liberty Christian.......HomeSept. 17 ......Argyle........................AwaySept. 24 ......Prosper.....................HomeOct. 1 ..........Ponder.......................AwayOct. 8 ..........Iowa Park..................AwayOct. 14 ........WF Hirschi ..............HomeOct. 22 ........Burkburnett ..............AwayOct. 29 ........Vernon ....................HomeNov. 5 ..........Bridgeport ................AwaySandford Oil Co.U.S. Business Hwy. 81 SouthDecatur • 940-627-2689

Page 24Fall Sports Preview 20092009-10 Northwest Lady Texans varsity volleyball teamPlayer Position Class1 Hayden Berryhill S Sr.2 Alisha Copeland S Sr.3 Olga Vannamann DS Jr.4 Kristen Hatley DS Sr.5 Katie Van Houten OPP / S Jr.6 Daniliz Marrero OH Sr.7 Ellen Cocanougher MB So.8 Hanna Tippett OH So.9 Emily Harris MB Sr.10 Molly Smestad DS Sr.11 Rachel Bower OH So.12 Ciara Lawson OH Sr.14 Brooke Berryhill DS Fr.15 Brooke Alverson MB Sr.The 2009-10 Chico High School varsity volleyball team features MaloriMoss, Molli Umphress, Jamey Williams, Emily Fuller, Kim Workman, MarissaHerrera, Nikki Weatherly, Hannah Avants, Casey Tate, Alyssa Bowyer,Cameron Bowyer and Kaci Walker.Coach: Dayna Horak2008 overall record: 20-172008 district record: 9-5Starters lost: Sam Sanders(middle blocker), Marisa Morton(libero)Returning starters: BrookeAlverson (senior, middle blocker),Alisha Copeland (senior, setter),Daniliz Marrero (senior, hitter),Ciara Lawson (senior, hitter)Strengths: defensive backcourtNeeds improvement: blocking,terminating play*Coaches’ poll1. Keller2. Grapevine3. Keller Central4. Northwest5. L.D. Bell6. Colleyville Heritage7. Trinity8. Fossil Ridge* tabulation of all the districtcoachesCoaches: Brent Hand (headcoach) and Steven Qualls(assistant)2008 overall record: 16-182008 district record: 3-7Starters lost: 3Returning starters fromjunior varsity: Alyssa Bowyer(senior, hitter), Hannah Avants(sophomore, blocker)Strengths: Speed,communicationNeeds improvement: Continuedmaturity*Coaches’ poll1. Paradise2. Peaster3. Brock4. Jacksboro5. Millsap6. Chico7. Boyd* tabulation of all the districtcoachesWISE COUNTYDIRECTORY ofAreaChurcheswww.wcmessenger.com/churchGood Luck toall our Wise CountyTeams!940-627-5121Flusche Auto RepairCompany802 N. Miller • DecaturFlusche — A Trusted Name in Auto Repair in Wise County since 1936We support all the participantsinvolved in Wise County Sports.Patti Gage, Joyce Bennett, Donna Jones,Susan Holmes, Chanda Crisp, Chelsey Skiles,Lisa Michael, Angela Vest, Lori Hachtel andBarbara Fritsche with Freedom LinesMon. - Sat. Late appointments availableWalk-ins Welcome103 S. WashburnDecatur940-627-1002

Fall Sports Preview 2009Page 252009-10 Decatur Lady Eagles varsity volleyball team1 Kortni Robinson2 Ingrid Boatman3 Holly Harrison4 Fleming Smurthwaite5 Joey Redwine6 Lynzee Jordan8 Kourtney Tompkins10 Carmen Cash12 Sara Oxford14 Ciara Currin15 Claribel Trejo17 Annelise CarpenterManager: Krista WendlingCoaches: Claire Rose (head coach),Della Stallard and Ashley Alexander(assistants)2008 overall record: 18-112008 district record: 8-2Starters lost: 4Returning starters: FlemingSmurthwaite (senior, setter/hitter),Sara Oxford (junior, middle blocker),Kortney Tompkins (sophomore,hitter), Carmen Cash (senior,defense)Strengths: An abundance ofreturning young talent that helpedlead the team to the playoffsin 2008. The group has severalversatile athletes that can playmultiple positions. Leadership andexperience is deep.Needs improvement: We are youngwith seven sophomores*Coaches’ Poll1. Decatur2. Iowa Park3. Bridgeport4. Vernon5. Burkburnett6. Hirschi* tabulation of all the districtcoaches

Page 26Fall Sports Preview 20092009-10 Boyd Lady Yellowjackets varsity volleyball teamName Class Position2 Sarah Sanders So Hitter4 Tera Medlock Sr Hitter5 Danielle Hensarling So Hitter6 Mattie Perkins So Middle7 Callie Phillips So MiddleCoaches: Misty Shepard (headcoach) and Kelcie Newton(assistant)2008 overall record: N/A - 2009first year of varsity playStarters from junior varsity: SarahSanders (soph., outside hitter),Allie Voiselle (soph., setter), BrookeBarnett (soph., libero), PaigeGittings (fresh., middle), DanielleFoster (soph., setter), ChelseaLandes (soph., outside hitter),Jenny Hardcopf (junior, middle)Strengths: aggressiveness,competitive spirit, athletic ability,14 Allie Voiselle So Setter17 Brooke Barnett So Libero20 Paige Gittings Fr Middle21 Danielle Foster So Setter23 Chelsea Landes So Hitter33 Jenny Hardcopf Jr Middleplayer intelligenceNeeds improvement: Lack ofexperience and playing time,instincts, team movement, youth*Coaches’ poll1. Paradise2. Peaster3. Brock4. Jacksboro5. Millsap6. Chico7. Boyd* tabulation of all the districtcoachesThe 2009-10 Bridgeport High School varsity volleyball team will featureLauren Ritchey (2), Becky Grinnell (3), Alicia Erwin (4), Lindsey Zachary (5),Katie Cook (6), Macey Robinson (7), Jessica Hartsell (8), Kaleisha Haynes(9), Haley Meekins (10) and Jordyn Hulsey (11).Coaches: Lynn Larson (head coach)and Dallas Taylor (assistant)2008 overall record: 23-162008 district record: 6-4Starters lost: 4Returning starters: Haley Meekins(sophomore, middle), JessicaHartsell (senior, hitter), Katie Cook(junior, middle)Strengths: Team unity, coachable,defenseNeeds improvement: Lots of kidswith no varsity experience. Improvementin many areas needed.*Coaches’ poll1. Decatur2. Iowa Park3. Bridgeport4. Vernon5. Burkburnett6. Hirschi* tabulation of all the districtcoachesSUBMIT...news stories, sports, news,update information,lifestyle announcements,letters to the editor andobituarieson-line @wcmessenger.com/submitEric & JackAre Proud to Support theAthletes of Wise County!Jack CannonEric Cannon940-368-1811 • 940-393-5317www.cannonrealty.netCatch OurWinningTeamsLocally owned,community-minded,electric cooperativeproviding highstandards of servicefor customers largeand small.WISEELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC.940-627-2167 • 1900 N. Trinity • Decatur

Fall Sports Preview 2009Page 27VARSITY PANTHERS — The 2009 varsity Paradise Panther volleyball team includes Hannah Johnson, Meg Arthur, Gabbie Vonheuvel, Brandi Erwin, BaleighNewman, Kaitlyn Sides, Courtney Andrews, Candice McDaniel, Hannah Runnels and Casey Fletcher.Coaches: Susie Burt (head coach) and KarenEssig (assistant)2008 overall record: 24-122008 district record: 10-2Starters lost: 1Returning starters from junior varsity: HannahJohnson (senior, hitter), Casey Fletcher (senior,blocker), Meg Arthur (senior, setter), BaleighNewman (senior hitter), Candice McDaniel (seniorlibero)Strengths: A very close nit group. They watch outfor each other and work well together.Needs improvements: Capitalize on out of systemplays more and when you have a team down keepthem that way.*Coaches’ poll1. Paradise2. Peaster3. Brock4. Jacksboro5. Millsap6. Chico7. Boyd* tabulation of all the district coachesWe are Proud Supporters ofAll Wise County Athletes &Wish Them Good Luck in theyear ahead3388 S. Hwy. 101 • Bridgeport940-683-0001

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Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 34FootballPreview2009New coach, quarterback hope to continue ...Continued from page 19horse.Four senior running backs are listedon the Texans’ roster, which is aplus for Patterson, but none of themhave had any real varsity experience.Casey Jones, Tristan Ceasar,Chris Young and Kerry Harris allhave a chance to win the startingposition, but none have been able tobreak away from the pack thus farin practice. Patterson hopes that thecompetition will make whoever doesemerge as the starter much better.“The competition should makethese guys better,” Patterson said.“Each day they have to come topractice ready to work as hard asthey can to try and win that startingjob.”Whoever wins the starting job willhave a solid group of offensive linemen,led by returning tackle BenCollins (6-3, 245 pounds), blockingfor them. Seniors David Range, JasonInderlied, Colton Roelofs, JohnScholler and a large group of othersbring depth and experience to theline that will drive Patterson’s offense.If the Texans struggle running theball, they can fall back on a group ofwide receivers that may be the mosttalented in the Metroplex. SeniorChris Bain (5-7, 150 pounds) leadsthe way for this group. Although2009 Northwest Texans varsity football scheduleDate Opponent Site TimeAug. 21 Mansfield Summit* Away 5:30 / 7 p.m.Aug. 28 Mansfield Timberview Home 7:30 p.m.Sept. 4 Burleson Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 11 OpenSept. 18 South Grand Prairie*** Home 7:30 p.m.Sept. 25 Grapevine** Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 2 Colleyville Heritage** Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 9 L.D. Bell** Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 16 Keller** Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 23 Keller Fossil Ridge** Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 30 Euless Trinity** Home 7:30 p.m.Nov. 5 Keller Central** Away 7 p.m.*Scrimmage** District***Homecominghe may be small, Bain is arguablyone of the fastest, most experiencedreceivers in the state. He is almostimpossible to cover in the slot. Nextto him, standouts Cameron Langer,Eric Clinton and Kevin Meek willprovide any quarterback with multipletargets that can be downfieldthreats. Clinton, a senior, had themost catches for the Texans lastyear (49) for more than 500 yards.Defensively, Patterson is as muchabout stopping the run as he isabout running the ball on offense.Most of the time, he said the Texanswill stack as many as nine playersin the box and force teams to beatthem through the air. For that to besuccessful, Patterson will have torely on a group of experienced andtalented linebackers.Seniors Anthony Chiofalo andEthan Armor will anchor the defenseat linebacker, providing leadershipand experience. Chiofalo wasthe Texans’ leading tackler last yearwith 81 and had three sacks. JuniorChad Wampler has also showedflashes of brilliance during fall practice.Adding depth to the linebackergroup will be senior J.D. Hake, juniorsJeff Stevens and Parker Hatleyand sophomore standout TylerMoore.The defensive line should be justas solid as the linebackers. Nosetackle Ubaldo Arriaga is going tobe the leader in the trenches, alongwith seniors William Tucker, AndrewThrasher, Daniel Lumbantobingand Trent Thompson. JuniorsDylan Dykes, Jared Cook, CaseyCrone, Shane King and ChristianGonzales should also contribute.The Texans’ secondary is anotherspot Patterson feels is a littleshaky.“The secondary is a little youngand more of a question mark,” Pattersonsaid. “We have a safety spotand a corner spot completely up forgrabs right now, and a bunch of guysare working hard competing for it.”Defensive backs Armor and ColeEdwards will be two bright spots forthe Texans in the secondary, however.Edwards was moved over fromreceiver, and Patterson said he hasseen some good things out of the receiver.Armor is listed as an outsidelinebacker on the Texans’ rosterbut could see time in the defensivebackfield.The Texans have a tough non-districtschedule and will have theirhands full with district 5-5A, as willthe rest of the teams. If Pattersoncan find some leaders at both therunning back and safety positions,Northwest should be heading backto the playoffs this fall.THEY’VE GOT SPIRIT,YES THEY DO — The2009-10 NorthwestHigh School varsitycheerleaders areCasey Applegate,Stephanie Aslinger,Kemi Campbell, AshleyDay, Kristi Epperson,Kassidy Free, SadieGolden, MorganRansleben, WhitneyRedman, Bailey Shank,Haley Simmons, KylieThomas, LindseyThomas, ShaynaTomlinson, LaurenWatson, NatalieWatters and MakenzieWitt.

9-2A District PreviewJacksboro TigersLast year’s record:6-5, 4-1 in districtReturning lettermen: 10Offensive starters: 2Defensive starters: 1The Tigers made the most of all oftheir veterans last year en route toupsetting Boyd and advancing to thestate playoffs.However, making the playoffs thisyear will require a lot of improvementfrom a lot of new faces as Jacksborolost 19 of its 22 starters. To makethings even more interesting, theteam has only 50 players to dividebetween varsity and JV teams.The only two starters back onoffense are likely the two best athleteson the team. Senior linemanTyler Batey (6-2, 275) is one of thebest in District 9-2A and will be theleader of a line that will be small andinexperienced.The good news for the Tigers isthat the offense will be guided byone of the area’s top quarterbacksin Kole Weldon (6-3, 220). The senioris the leading returning passerin the district as he threw for 1,277yards and seven touchdowns.Every other position on offenseis up for grabs. Likely to take overat running back for Logan Gunter isjunior Casey Pierce.The rest of the spread offense hasnot been decided as all the receivershave to be replaced with a thintalent pool.Defensively, the only returningstarter is linebacker Rowdy Thomas.The 5-11, 210-pound senior has 4.9speed and will be the featured playeron a young defense.Millsap BulldogsLast year’s record:5-5, 1-4 in districtReturning lettermen: 15Offensive starters: 7Defensive starters: 7The Bulldogs ended five years offrustration in 2008 by posting theirfirst winning season. They have plentyof reasons to expect to be evenbetter this year as seven startersare back on each side of the ball.The biggest difference last yearwas big improvement on offensewhere Trey Matthews starred atquarterback. Although he graduated,the Bulldogs feel like theywon’t miss a beat as Zeb Littlefieldis slated to take over under center.The sophomore has a good arm, andhe can run with the ball.The running back spot is in goodhands as junior Mat Callan (5-10,175) will be back in the saddle afterrunning for 590 yards and seventouchdowns last season. SeniorChris Hicks will move around on offenseas he lines up in the backfieldas well as at the receiver spot wherehe had 405 yards in the air a yearago.The Bulldogs will have to findmore receivers to complement thepassing game if they want to bein the playoff hunt in the final twoweeks of the season.The offensive line has two talentedplayers back in junior Kyle Gooch(6-2, 230) and Daymen Hinrichs (6-1, 225) but must find another tackleand a center to make things easierfor Littlefield and Callan.DHSProudly SupportsProudly SupportsAll l DecaturAthletic ProgramsWe Support Eachand Every One ofOur Wise CountyTeams!940-627-5343800 A Medical Ctr. Dr.in Decatur✔EASE✔VALUE✔SELECTION✔SERVICE115 S. Trinity, Decatur 940- 627-5987Public Fax 940-627-1004 OPEN 7:30-5:30 Monday-FridayOrder On-line: messengerofficesupply.comSchool SuppWHY STANDIN LINE JUSTTO PAY MORE?pplies“Just South of The Courthouse”

FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 37Paradise has a big challenge in order to repeat as champs2009 Paradise varsity football team2 Bryson Mack Sr.5 Nathanial Bersch Sr.7 Ryder Lybrand Jr.8 Braiden Black Sr.9 Dylan Goforth Sr.11 Kyle Bradshaw Sr.15 Caleb Read Sr.20 Kevin Jackson Sr.22 Gavin Von Hueval Sr.24 Jarrett Roper Fr.29 Jonathan Lee Sr.48 Chase Reynolds Soph.50 Jackson Cunningham Soph.51 Tyler Ishmael Jr.52 Dale Simpson Jr.54 Corgan Andrews Sr.60 Kason Gentry Sr.65 Garrett Underwood Sr.66 Brandon Bryant Soph.67 Josh Talley Sr.70 Phillip Sims Jr.75 Watt Ragle Sr.77 Jared Rogers Jr.Coaches: Danny Neighbors, ScottBroussard, Stephen Carter, Bob Ferguson,Jonathon Ryle, Larry Norwood, Michael Sidesand Curtis GoforthLast year’s record:10-1, 5-0 in districtReturning lettermen: 9Offensive starters: 3Defensive starters: 5y ROBERT MORGANThe Paradise High Schoolootball team cruised to theistrict championship lastear because it had theost lethal offense in 9-2And one of the top-rankedefenses.However, this year bothroups are just a skeletonf last season’s talent-filledoster after losing a bulk ofhe team to graduation andwo other returning startersho decided to quit duringwo-a-days. That has creatdsome sleepless nights foread coach Danny Neighorsand many tough pracices.“We have a long way too,” said Neighbors aboutis team’s chances of getingback to the level of lastear’s 10-1 team. “We havea lot of people to replace andjust not a lot of time to doit, but we have the talent tomake it happen, it could justtake a while.”Although the offense hasjust three starters back,Neighbors is the most excitedwith its potential becauseof depth on the frontline. Senior Corgan Andrews(5-9, 218) could be the bestlineman, and he will moveto center this season.Senior Kason Gentry (5-11, 246) will take over at leftguard, junior Dale Simpson(6-4, 216) and juniorJared Rogers (6-1, 227) areslated to take care of businessat right tackle. Thereis some competition for thestarting nod at right guardwhere sophomore JacksonCunningham (6-0, 255) andjunior Tyler Ishmael (5-10,227) will play this season.Seniors Josh Talley, GarrettUnderwood and Watt Ragle,sophomore Bradley Bryantand junior Phillip Sims willalso play in the deep rotation.“I’m very pleased withhow we are looking on theoffensive line,” said Neighbors.“We have a lot of talentup there, and we are biggerthan we were last year.”The big front will protectfor a new quarterbackas Clifton senior move-inDylan Goforth will be leadingthe way this year afterthrowing for more than1,400 yards and rushing formore than 500 last season.Junior Toi Glover was expectedto replace P.J. Fuller,but a shoulder injury haslikely ended his season.“Dylan is a good-lookingquarterback,” Neighborssaid. “He has a very strongarm and is the real deal.”Senior Jonathan Lee willlikely return to the runningback spot he held last year,but freshman Jarrett Roperwill see a lot of playing timeearly on.The Panthers’ receivingcorps lost some talent earlyin two-a-days when twoyearletterman Conner Higginstransferred to Graham.However, the cupboard is farfrom bare, and senior wideoutBryson Mack will now bethe main target downfield.“I think Bryson is oneof the best receivers in thearea and the state,” Neighborssaid. “He has greathands and is fast.”Backing up Mack will beseniors Braiden Black andNathanial Bersch.The slot receiver spot willbe led by senior Caleb Read,and senior Kyle Bradshawwill also play frequently.Junior Ryder Lybrand, seniorGavin Von Huevel andsophomore Chase Reynoldsare also expected to fill inat any of the receiver positions.Goforth will also take careof the punting chores, a jobhe did last year at Cliftonthat earned him all-districthonors.Continued on page 38COTTONDALE GROCERY & DELISUPPORTSTHE MIGHTY PANTHERS6719 FM 2123 • Cottondale, TX 76073 • 940-433-2374OPEN 7 DAYS 5:30 A.M. - 9 P.M.

Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 38FootballPreview2009Paradise has a bigchallenge in order torepeat as champs ...2009 Paradise High Schoolvarsity football scheduleDate Opponent Site TimeAug. 15 Bridgeport (scrim.) Home 7 p.m.Aug. 20 Castleberry (scrim.) Away 7 p.m.Aug. 28 Van Alstyne Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 4 Henrietta Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 11 Aubrey Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 18 Bowie Home 7:30 p.m.Sept. 25 *Nocona Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 2 ByeOct. 9 Jacksboro Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 16 Chico Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 23 Millsap Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 30 Boyd Away 7:30 p.m.Nov. 6 Alvord Home 7:30 p.m.* HomecomingContinued from page 37Defense is where Neighbors has the most concern becausethe entire unit is thin on depth at every position.The kicking duties have not been set yet, but coaches arelooking at Roper and Rogers to take care of things.The defensive front is set and there are not many backupsavailable. Junior Phillip Sims (6-1, 213) and Rogerswill start at the ends and will rotate with Gentry andUnderwood. Senior Josh Talley (6-2, 225) is the leadingcandidate to anchor the nose guard spot with a little helpfrom Ishmael.The inside linebackers will be Andrews and Simpson,while Bradshaw and Lee will likely start at the outsideslots. Jackson, Lybrand and Cunningham will also seesome time at linebacker.Neighbors likes what he sees at cornerback whereBersch and Black will play most of the time with somehelp from Read. The safety spot is good thanks to the returnof starters Mack and Goforth.“Our defense is quick and physical all over the place. It’skind of a waiting game right now because we need to getsome games under our belt,” Neighbors said.SubscribeOnline.www.wcmessenger.com/subscribeThe 2009-10 Paradise High School junior varsity cheerleading squadincludes, from left, Molli Read, Sidney Grisham, Hailee Foster, Kim Sadler,Ali Caruthers, Moriah Mann, Abbi Read and Amber Mantooth. The mascot isMahayla Mann.The Rose VillaNew Fashions ForThe Entire Family• Designer Jeans• Work Jeans& Camos for men• Tons of men’s shirts: teeshirts, collared shirts & more• Junior clothing• Accessories: Jewelry, Purses,Belts, Sunglasses, Flat walletsNew ClothingArriving Daily...NOT A THRIFTSTORE!We support allWise County Youth.Best of luckthis season!1.5 MILES S. OF PARADISE • 3977 W. HWY 114940-969-2300 • TUES - SAT 10 A.M. - 6 P.M.

FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 392009 Paradise junior varsity football team2 Nathan Lamb3 Taylor Goforth4 Kyle Potteiger5 Drake Trachta6 Trasi Guess8 Shelton Garces12 Taylor Choate21 Brantley Smith22 Andrew Sims24 Dylan Moore29 Chase Reynolds32 Cole Castleberry34 Josh Pewitt35 Tyler Cobb40 Caleb Godwin51 Cole Dement54 Cade Dement55 Garrett Henry65 Mikey Rose70 Robert Hull71 Casey Largent72 Blake Skinner75 James Tax76 Robert Hackney85 Riley PaschallGO PANTHERS!2 Josh McDowell3 Zach Fletcher4 William Tilghman5 Brandon Richardson6 Callahan Storey8 Conner McBride12 Dylan Hightower21 Wesley Meadows2009 Paradise freshman football team22 Hayden Brown24 Jordan McCornell29 Jarrett Roper32 Katon Hickman52 Morgan Davis54 Jordan Carter55 Zach Woodruff56 Payton Madden58 Braiden Broussard60 Robert Bruton65 Brandon Lopez66 Elijah Strand70 Eric Walker75 Travis Wood80 John Poteet85 Dakota RichardsonSCREENPRINTINGSweatshirts • BagsTeam Uniforms • CapsGolf Shirts • T-ShirtsEmbroideryGood Luck K-Bob!Have A Great VolleyballSeason, Molli & Abbi!328 Schoolhouse Rd.Paradise, TX 76073940-969-3680

Wise County goes HollywoodIn one of the mostextensive andcreative footballpreview sections,the Wise CountyMessengerrecreated apopular footballmovie poster witheach of the area’sseven varsityfootball teams. Thefollowing is a listof them and theathletes featuredin each. Photos byJoe Duty. Photoillustrations byAndrew May.AlvordThe Bulldogsrecreatedthe poster for“Rudy” for thisyear’s specialsection. SeniorLJ Phillips (5)played the roleof Rudy and wascarried off thefield by seniorteammatesDustinStachowiak (64),Trevor Hartfield(2), Luke Haak(50) and JeremyBrowne.BoydThe Yellowjacketshelped deliver“The JunctionBoys,” which wasaltered as TheTater JunctionBoys, playingoff the name of aformer restaurantnear Boyd andan old road onthe east side oftown. Pictured ishead coach J.G.Cartwright andthe varsity teamafter a two-a-daypractice.Bridgeport“The Program”poster wasremade by theBulls. Headcoach DannyHenson andsenior DanielScott arefeatured, whilesenior BlakeWaldrep andcheerleaderAudra Hart arepictured on themotorcycle.ALL PRE-OWNEDPRICESRoad-Trip Ready•Diesels •Cars•Gas Trucks•SUVs •VansREDUCEDKlementcjd.comUS 287 North, Decatur940-627 -6700 817-430-8416ChicoDecaturHeadfootballcoach PeteHart hadthe toughtask ofrecreatingthe poster“Rememberthe Titans”along witha couple ofhis playersduringpractice.In one of the mostdifficult tasks, nearlya dozen Eagles puton their game facesto bring together“The Longest Yard.”The talented bunchincluded RyanThomas, ZachGage, Jase Reeves,Francisco Perez,Cookie Zamora,Colby Moore, NathanAlling, Clint Taylor,Kyle Green, ChanceGasperson, ClintMoore and RossMadden.Backs the Decatur Eagles &Alvord Bulldogs All the Way!NorthwestParadiseBecause of uniform colors,Northwest was aneasy choice to take onthe challenge of duplicating“The Game Plan”poster. Taylor Barnhill isat the center of attention,while teammatesAnthony Chiofalo (24)Eric Clinton (7) andChris Bain (3) are inthe back. DestineeDuty played the role ofthe ballerina while thebulldog was played byRocky, who is owned byKarie Elling and SandieElling Wallace.“Varsity Blues”was the movieselected forthe Panthers.Members of thefootball teamfeatured in thisposter are BrysonMack, KyleBradshaw, CalebRead, CorganAndrews andKason Gentry.Team trainersAllison Arder andKarleigh Hull alsohelped pull of thisreproduction.Friendly, Fast ServiceCompound Drugs • Drive-Thru • Free DeliveryAccepting Medicare Part Dand Most InsuranceDECATUR1101 Eagle Dr. • Suite CDecatur, 76234940-627-5400Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sat., 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.ALVORD115 E. Bypass 287. • Suite BAlvord, 76225940-427-2801Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.Closed Sat.

Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 42FootballPreview2009Bridgeport is the favorite, but there is work to be doneLast year’s record:12-1, 5-0 in districtReturning lettermen: 17Offensive starters: 3Defensive starters: 5y ROBERT MORGANBridgeport head footballoach Danny Henson justight have the toughest jobhis fall as he has to find aay to replace six all-statelayers from last year’seam that went 12-1 anddvanced to the state quarerfinals.Five of those honors wento players on the offensiveide where just two startersre back from what was theost explosive unit in Wiseounty. The biggest hit wasn the line where four of theve starting linemen haveraduated, all of which werell-state players.“The offensive line is goingo take the most work simlybecause most of thoseuys either played behindtarters or were on JV lastear,” said Henson. “I don’think it will be a weaknessecause we have some talentedguys who are just goingto need some time to getused to this level and withour new quarterback.”The only returnee up frontis senior Josh Hartsell (6-3,240) at tackle. Also rotatingin at that spot will be sophomoreMatt Smith and seniorJoey White, who lettered ondefense in 2008 but has beenmoved to fill a void.Sophomore Luke Simmonswill take over atcenter while senior JulioHerrera and sophomoreSebastian Esquivel will rotateat guard. Juniors LaneLobue and Tyler Hannahwill also fill in at differentspots on the line.The group will be protectingfor a new quarterbackas Cody Henson will run theshow this year. The juniorwill take over for CameronGreen who threw for morethan 6,000 yards in his finaltwo years.The Bulls do not expect tolose a beat with the new signalcaller and in fact, couldbe a little more dangerouswith the change.“Cody played in every2 Diego Hernandez Sr4 Bo Zalmanzig Sr7 Kyle Parker Sr8 Brady Boyd Jr9 Garrett Mullins So10 Trent Schuett So11 Dylan Hines Sr12 Austin Blevins Sr14 Ricky Martinez So15 Cody Henson Jr16 Jordan Daniel Sr17 Jace Hudson Jr20 Blake Waldrep Sr21 Matt Minix Jr22 Jason Mitchell Sr24 Dustin Green Sr26 Kevin Coan Jr28 Keefer Spencer Sr30 Eric Oberg Sr32 Dalton Bracken So33 Braulio Salazar Sr34 Tyler McDuffie Jr35 Stormy Mishnick Jrgame last year, either at receiveror as a backup quarterbackin games that wereblowouts,” said the headcoach. “Cody throws the ballwell on the run, so in thatregard, we will have a fewmore options offensively.”Bridgeport must alsofind a new running back toreplace all-stater CorbinGreen, who will not return2009 Bridgeport varsityfootball team39 Daniel Scott Sr43 Austin Hicks Jr44 Drew Cunningham Sr45 Quinton Hudson Sr47 Dillon Lingo Jr48 Trevor Boales Jr50 Josh Hartsell Sr51 Tyler Hannah Jr52 Matt Smith So53 Joey White Sr54 Luke Simmons So55 Jaden Corbin Jr56 Jesus Acevedo Sr61 Shay Giddens Jr65 Zach Watson Jr66 Blas Hernandez So68 Luis Gaytan Sr72 Rusty Tedder Sr73 Lane Lobue Jr76 Julio Herrera Sr77 Jon Lawrence Jr78 Sebastian Esquevel Sofor his senior year. JuniorMatt Minix is the earlyfront-runner to take overin the backfield, but sophomoreTrent Schuett andfreshman Gabe Huerta arealso being considered forthe spot and could likely seetime throughout the season.The Bulls have the mostexperience at receiver andhave lots of depth to goalong with it. Jordan Danieland Austin Blevins arethree-year starters who willline up at the inside andoutside spots, respectively.Senior Dustin Green, whowill also back up Henson,will see some time at insidereceiver along with seniorDylan Hines. Junior JaceHudson and senior Bo Zalmanzigwill also see plentyof time at outside receiver.“For all the work we haveto do on offense, we havemade some pleasant improvementsalready,” saidHenson. “Once we scrimmageCelina, I think we willhave a lot of questions answered,but right now I amvery pleased with where weare with the season startingin a week.”Defensively, the Bulls arethe most talented with thereturn of five starters. Themost talented of the bunchis three-year starter andall-state inside linebackerBlake Waldrep (6-0, 195).Senior Drew Cunninghamis another returningContinued on page 45

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Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 44FootballPreview20095-3A District PreviewBurkburnett BulldogsLast year’s record:9-2, 4-1 in districtReturning lettermen: 21Offensive starters: 4Defensive starters: 5The Bulldogs fell a game shy ofwinning a second straight districtchampionship last season, but managedto make it to the state playoffsfor the third time in as many years.Burkburnett has its hands full thisyear if it plans to keep the recentplayoff tradition alive. The group lostall its skill-position players and itshead coach Bill Dalke resigned thissummer to take an assistant job atEnnis.The new coach knows a littlesomething about grooming playersto fills in at the skilled positions.Offensive coordinator Scott Boswellwas promoted to the top job. Hetakes over a 9-2 Bulldog team thathas four starters back on offense.The top players in that unit includelineman Robert Blackmon (6-3, 250) and tight end Jerrod Topte(6-1, 195). Burk will try to rebuildits running game with quarterbackCanon Cornelius (6-0, 185) and runningback James Lorenzo. The deepthreat on the team will be receiverTemi Ogunleye.Defense will be the strength of theteam this year. Five players are backon a unit that allowed less than 12points a game in 2008. The leaderof the pack is nose guard LorenzoBarnes, a 6-foot, 300-pound seniorwho creates a lot of problems for opposingcenters.Another name that will be heardoften this year is linebacker MalachiNaef (6-2, 235), who posted 110tackles last year. The secondary willbe led by cornerbacks Gavin Whittaker,Ben Cahayla and Lorenzo.The defense is quick but undersizedin the backfield. If the Bulldogscan solidify the line around Barnes,they will be a title contender onceagain.Hirschi HuskiesLast year’s record:0-10, 0-5 in districtReturning lettermen: 20Offensive starters: 8Defensive starters: 8There is nothing but good newsfor the Huskies this season becauseafter going 0-10 last season and 1-19 the last two years, the group canonly get better.Even better news for fans is thatthe Huskies bring back eight starterson each side of the ball and alsowill bring in JV players who went 6-4a year ago.The strength of the team is expectedto be the offense where thereis plenty of speed to give defensesmany problems. Leading the groupwill be quarterback Darius Thorton,who racked up 466 yards rushingand 525 passing in part-time worklast year. At 5 foot, 8 inches and 160pounds, the senior is small but thefastest athlete on the team.Hirschi could have the fastest receivingcorps in the district as theyhave a trio that possesses 4.6 speed.The biggest targets are veteran seniorsTevin Edwards (6-3, 185) JaysonScroggins (6-2, 180) along withjunior Damon Ferguson (5-8, 165).In the backfield will be newcomerShane Clement, a 5-8, 175-pound juniorwho has breakaway speed.The biggest concern on offensewill be on the front line where twostarters are gone. Taylor Lee, TerryBradley and Joe Barron are expectedto anchor the group.Defensively, linebacker DevinCriss is the leader of the pack. The 6-1, 210-pound junior led the Huskiesin tackles a year ago and will be thesparkplug of a unit that was shreddedin District 5-3A play in 2008. Thortonwill also split time on defense at cornerbackwhile sophomore defensiveback Anthony Toliver is expected tohelp improve the defense.Just like on offense, Hirschi willhave to improve on the front line ifit expects to compete for one of thethree playoffs spots in district.Iowa Park HawksLast year’s record:1-9, 1-4 in districtReturning lettermen: 16Offensive starters: 8Defensive starters: 8The Hawks steadily improved lastseason and should battle for the thirdplayoff spot this season. After experimentingwith the spread offenseearly last season, coaches scrappedthat idea and went back to a runninggame and it made a difference.One reason Iowa Park could makethe playoffs — or be a spoiler andruin any team’s postseason hopes— is the return of standout runningbackRichard Smoak. The 6-2, 170-pound senior is dangerous when hetakes off with the ball, and there willbe a lot of that again this year afterrushing for 919 yards and nine touchdownslast season.When Smoak does not take theball, it’s likely that junior runningback Eric Stanley will be looking fortouchdowns. The Hawks, who willnot throw the ball much this year,have to find receivers that will keepdefenses honest.Under center for the Hawks will beLee Clubb.The offense will have an experiencedline back which will be ledby senior Justin Thacker (6-1, 270).Juniors Caleb England and Dai Le willalso make room for Smoak to breakthe line of scrimmage.Defense is where the Hawks needto improve the most. They gave upmore than a dozen touchdowns onplays that went for more than 50yards in district play last year. However,with eight starters back, IowaPark has reason to think that theexperience will pay off and lead toat least two more district wins whichcould be enough to get into the playoffs.The strength of the unit is in thesecondary where all the defensivebacks are back in action. StaffordDyer, Kris Tucker and Clubb are theDBs, while the group will also gethelp from veteran linebackers J.D.Cuatt and John Elliott.Iowa Park lost its front line and isusing its two scrimmages to fill thoseGO ! FIGHT ! WIN !Good luck to all teams and fallsports participants.Open 7 days a week2803 S. Hwy. 287Decatur940-627-7179www.thefirehousegym.comspots. If coaches can find three goodones, then the Hawks will put upmore of a fight in 2009.Vernon LionsLast year’s record:6-6, 3-2 in districtReturning lettermen: 16Offensive starters: 5Defensive starters: 5Vernon was responsible for endingDecatur’s six-year playoff run whenit upset the Eagles last year 47-30.The third playoff spot could comedown to the winner of that game thisyear.The Lion defense did not strikefear into any teams as it allowedmore than 400 yards a game. Theunit lost several key players to graduationand will have plenty of workto do to earn a third straight trip tothe playoffs.The defense’s best athletes areJesus Lora (5-7, 175) and JonathanNeuberger (5-11, 185). The linebackerduo combined for 147 tackles in2008, and Lora is the fastest playeron the team with 4.4 40-yard speed.Vernon’s 4-2-5 defense will alsofeature free safety Elton Watson(5-11, 160) and cornerback LouisTubbs (5-10, 170). Just like most ofthe district, the Lions lost most oftheir linemen, and finding the talentto fill those spots will determine howgood this team is.The offense has a little more workto do as it lost all of its skilled players.However, the line could be thebest in the district with all-districtstandouts Adrian Hernandez (senior)and Tate Methvin (junior) returning.The only returning player with extensiveplaying time in the high-profilepositions is tailback Eric Wilson(5--6, 140). The senior, who will takeover for the speedy Craig Whiteside,chalked up 687 yards and seventouchdowns last year.Everything else is up the air forVernon. No decision has been madeon a quarterback and its receivers.PROUDLY SUPPORTINGWISECOUNTYATHLETESFIRST STATEBANKChico201 S. Weatherford940-644-2218Bridgeport1709 9th Street940-683-6300Motor Bank809 WW Ray CircleParadise630 Main St.940-969-2265Runaway Bay258 Hwy. 380 W.940-575-2265

FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 45Bridgeport is the favorite, but there is work to be done ...Continued from page 42starter and will line up oppositeWaldrep. Both willbe backed up by sophomoreDalton Bracken and juniorTyler McDuffie.At outside linebacker, seiorKeefer Spencer is a reurninglettermen who coulde the most talented at thatpot. Also seeing time alongith Spencer are juniorstormy Mishnick and AusinHicks.In front of them on theine will be a lot of new facsas well. The only starterack is Scott at tackle. SeiorRusty Tedder and juiorZach Watson will rotatet the other tackle positionhen the Bulls are in a 4-3ook.Junior Dillon Lingo is theop returning athlete at deensiveend. Henson alsoxpects to use sophomoreBlas Hernandez, juniorTrevor Boales and McDuffiealong the line during thepreseason to determine thebest fit.“We’ve got some physicalboys up front,” Henson said.“Just like on offense, it willtake a few games to knowwho the starters will be justbecause we have so manyspots to fill we have to evaluatewho is the better fit foreach position.”Letterman Kevin Coan,a junior, will lead the packat cornerback. Again, thereis a hole to fill so senior JasonMitchell and Hernandezare auditioning for the otherstarting job.Safety is the only positionthat the coaching staff willnot have to worry about in2009 Bridgeport High Schoolvarsity football scheduleDate Opponent Site TimeAug. 15 Paradise (scrim.) Away 7:30 p.m.Aug. 20 Celina (scrim.) Home 7 p.m.Aug. 28 Breckenridge Home 7:30 p.m.Sept. 4 Mineral Wells Away 7:30 p.m.Sept. 11 *Prosper Home 7:30 p.m.Sept. 18 ByeSept 25 Argyle Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 2 Graham Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 9 Burkburnett Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 16 Iowa Park Home 7:30 p.m.Oct. 23 Vernon Away 7:30 p.m.Oct. 30 Hirschi Home 7:30 p.m.Nov. 6 Decatur Away 7:30 p.m.* HomecomingDRY CLEANSUPER CENTERWE SUPPORTALL WISE COUNTYATHLETESthe early part of the season.Senior Kyle Parker will linePharmacy, ChristianBooks & Giftsup at the free safety spot,while junior Brady Boyd andsenior Braulio Salazar willrotate on the strong side.The kicking duties will behandled by sophomore RickyMartinez, who will replacehis cousin, Ricky Martinez,who held the job for the lasttwo years.Despite being hit hard bygraduation, the Bulls arepicked in every preseasonpoll to win the district crownfor the third straight year.“We lost a lot, but also havea lot of guys who played a loteither on varsity or startedon junior varsity,” said Henson.“I think we’re going tobe alright.”PROUDLY SUPPORTINGTHE BRIDGEPORT BULLSHAVE A GREATSEASON!1801 FM 51 SOUTH DECATURMon. - Fri., In by 9 a.m. out by 5 p.m.Open Sat. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.940-627-9599NOWCARRYINGAETREXTHERAPEUTICSHOESWe Now Accept:• Medicare Part B & D• Medicaid, VA• Most Insurance Accepted709 W.W. Ray Circle • Bridgeport • www.vrchristianstore.comFlu Shots• Compouding• Free Delivery940-683-2950

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Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 48FootballPreview2009Size, depth has given Chico a positive outlook2009 Chico varsityfootball teamPlayer Position Class9 Wade Patterson REC/DB Sr10 Leo Garcia REC/DB Sr11 Tyler Bigham RB/DB Jr15 David Herrera QB/DB Sr20 Ryan Mote RB/LB Sr22 Marcus McCain RB/LB Sr25 Justin Carlton RB/LB Sr30 Wes Workman RB/LB Jr32 Naamon Barkley REC/DB Jr34 Austin McNair REC/DB Jr44 Nathan Dawson TE/DE So50 Lincoln McNabb OL/DL Sr51 Carlos Colorado OL/DL Jr52 Sabian Williams OL/DL So55 Caleb Matice OL/DL So61 Cody Byers OL/DL Jr64 Josh Stapp OL/DL Sr66 Alex Delgado OL/DL Jr70 Britt Workman OL/DL Sr75 Travis Reese OL/DL Sr80 Dakota Saldivar REC/DB Jr85 Gabriel Rohan TE/DE SoCoaches: Pete Hart, Billy Garza, MikeMcAlister, Mike May, Jason Sanders andAnthony OwenLast year’s record:0-10, 0-5 in districtReturning lettermen: 12Offensive starters: 5Defensive starters: 5y ROBERT MORGANThings can only get betterhis year for the Chico Highchool varsity football team.fter going winless last yearnd chalking up just oneictory in 2007, the Dragonsan only get better.Head coach Pete Hart beievesthat is going to starthis season. With nearly halfhe starters back on eachide of the ball, more size onhe lines and a little moreepth than usual, he hasood reason to think everyhingwill be fine in 2009.“We have had a very goodoffseason and a number ofthe boys put in the extra effortcoming into two-a-daysand for the last three weeksof practice,” said Hart. “Wewill still have a lot of guysplaying on both sides of theball, but it’s good to know wehave more guys to plug inand give others a few morebreaks.”Hart is extremely pleasedwith the progress of his defensewhich has four startersback in the secondary.The group is undersized butis making the routine plays.Senior Justin Carlton(5-11,180) and junior WesWorkman (5-9, 160) willanchor the linebacker positionsat the middle andweak spots, respectively.Senior Ryan Mote (6-0, 175)is likely to take over at thestrong side spot and seniorMarcus McCain (5-10, 165)will fill in at all three spots.The Dragons have a coupleof veterans to lead thecornerbacks crew as seniorsWade Patterson and LeoGarcia are returning starters,and junior Dakota Saldivarwill likely complete thethree-man rotation. JuniorAustin McNair will takeover at strong safety andcoaches believe junior TylerBingham and senior DavidHerrera will compete for thefree safety job.“We are not real big or realfast in the secondary, but weare hitting people on a moreregular basis right now,” saidHart. “All guys are loweringtheir pads and bringing thewood. If we keep doing thosephysical things, they willmake the plays we need.”The only position set instone on the defensive frontis talented senior LincolnMcNabb (6-1, 190). SophomoreGabriel Rohan hasa shot at taking the otherend spot, which is also beingsought by sophomoreNathan Dawson. The coachingstaff does not have anyoneslated to start at tackleas it plans to rotate all thelinemen in those two spotsindefinitely.“When we scrimmagedSanto last week it was somegood ol’ fashion smashmouthfootball,” Hart said.Both teams were runningthe ball and hitting everywhere.I don’t think therewere more than four passesthrown in the entire scrimmage.Lots of hitting and welike to see that.”Offensively, there is competitionat quarterbacksince Klent Selz transferredat the end of the season.That has left the job wideopen between McCain (5-10,165) and Herrera (6-3, 180),and Hart said they will continueto battle for the jobgoing into the non-districtschedule.Whoever wins the job willget to lead Chico back into anew offense as it is switchingfrom the spread offenseto an I-formation. Thatleads into another battleContinued on page 49

FootballPreview2009Wise CountyMessengerThursday, Aug. 27page 49Size, depth has given Chico ...Continued from page 48for a starting job as Bingham (5-11, 165) andMote (6-0, 175) are fighting for the high-profilespot that was vacated by Kyler Hale andDanny Tolliver.Leading the way at fullback will be Carltonand Wes Workman, both of whom playedvarsity last season at different offensive positions.The offensive line has a pair of big, strongstandouts leading the way with senior centerTravis Reese (6-0, 240) and junior left guardAlex Delgado (5-11, 270). Britt Workman (6-1,280), senior Josh Stapp (6-0, 270), junior CarlosColorado (5-9, 195), sophomore Sabian Williams(6-1, 240) and sophomore Caleb Matice(6-0, 225) will all rotate on the line as most areplaying both ways.The Dragons are looking at several peopleat the receiver spot including Garcia, McNair,Patterson and Saldivar. The tight end workwill go to Rohan and Dawson.The kicking and punting duties have notbeen decided and coaches have not narrowedthat list of candidates down.2009 Chico High Schoolvarsity football scheduleDate Opponent Site TimeAug. 15 Santo Chico TBAAug. 21 Nocona Nocona TBAAug. 28 Perrin-Whitt Chico 7:30Sept. 4 Valley View Chico 7:30Sept. 11 Archer City Chico 7:30Sept. 18 City View City View 7:30Sept. 25 Henrietta Henrietta 7:30Oct. 2 OpenOct. 9 Boyd Boyd 7:30Oct. 16 Paradise Chico 7:30Oct. 23 Alvord Alvord 7:30Oct. 30 Millsap Chico 7:30Nov. 6 Jacksboro Jacksboro 7:30GO DRAGONS — The 2009-10 Chico High School varsity cheerleaders are Alyssa Bower,Lacie Moore, Courtney Evans, Heathers Williams, Nikki Weatherly, Hannah Avants, MolliUmphress, Cameron Bowyer, Meagan Maddux, Cassie Martin, Cayte Gammage, MeaganGreen, Kenzie Cantrell and Brittni Boling.

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