OlDawg

It was a solid season. Proud of the young men. To me, need to incorporate just a little more of a passing threat next year where teams can’t stack the box as much. Lancaster literally had all 11 within 5-6 yards of LOS. When LP finally started throwing a little late in the game, you could see Lancaster wasn’t ready for it at all. Even a 75/25 split would help the D’s have to be a little more honest. I can understand this year. Second year of system, first full offseason program, wanting to get basics strong, and only a first time starting Soph at QB. But, next year, would hope to have a little more variety in key spots with the QB having a year of experience under his belt.

Congrats Eagles!

Lancaster had a very solid club. Lots of talent. I can see why some had them ranked #3 earlier in the year. If they had a little more discipline, they’d be a lot tougher. The LP/Lancaster game was closer than the score indicated. It was as competitive as advertised. Good game, even with all the flags. LP is very young. This experience will help them get back to where they used to be very quickly. The staff is ahead of schedule to me. They return the entire backfield, half of the OL including the big TE on Dave Campbell’s watch list, and over half the D. At 2249, not sure if they’ll stay 5A, or move back to 6A. But, the future is looking bright again, and the talent pipeline seems to be back with the backing of the administration, staff, and community. I’m hearing around town that parents outside LP are asking about the community. Apparently, some publication has rated La Porte as the 10th best ISD out of 75 in the greater Houston area. With all the new facilities, the 1:1 technology standards, and all the local support, the kids have excellent opportunities.

He got some yards late. But, neither team’s rushing game really got firing. D’s played well except for a couple semi big plays by the Tigers. I don’t remember any run of over about 15 yards max. Most were of the less than 3 yard variety for both teams with many TFL’s or no gains. Lancaster pretty much stuffed LP’s run game with all 11 in the box. Game was closer than the score indicates. It was as advertised as far as competitive. Would have been better without some of the penalties. LP has a very young squad. This experience will help them as they continue to build back to what they historically were up until 5-6 years ago with all the coaching changes. This staff is ahead of schedule, and the talent pipeline is back. Not sure if they’ll stay 5A or not at 2249. We’ll see.

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Lancaster stopped LP on 4th. LP dropped TD pass in the end zone. Congrats Tigers!

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TD LP!

Lancaster moving the ball through the air. Beautiful touch TD to the edge.

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Lancaster with all 11 within 6 yards of LOS.

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Game is on LPSportsnet YouTube channel.

Lancaster floating LB to LP backside & basically blitzing him every play. LP needs to adjust at half & seal that backside LB. If they do, lanes will open up big time. Right now, there’s no cutback & the blitzing LB is in backfield too quick. We’ll see if LP adjusts. Lancaster having some success through the air with the wind. Both rushing attacks are being managed pretty well so far. LP PK must have put a lot of work in and got rid of the jujus. LOL

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Not a popular opinion amongst those who post a lot, but LP has actually been the most consistent team in 8-5A all year. Nothing flashy. Just steady. A throwback to the old LP as I’ve stated multiple times. They didn’t even settle on a QB until Week 5/6, and have also had their share of injuries and players out as did other district teams. Still, they just steadily plugged along. All this without having a ‘true’ home game all year. I consider that fairly impressive in itself. (Not sure where this first round PO game will be either since we don’t have a home field right now.) Until 2017–and a string of multiple coaches that didn’t work out, new district leadership, and other changes—La Porte was a PO team for basically 30 years straight. (Even as typically the smallest school in whichever district they were placed.) Teams always knew—win or lose—they were in for a ‘dog fight’ when they matched up with La Porte. This group of young men have never known the PO’s. So, we’ll see how they fare. But, I’m sure the staff will have them as ready to play as possible. Good Luck to all the 8-5A PO teams. I’ll be rooting for all.

I’d be curious if TexanLive or NFHS broadcasts PO games, or is it strictly Fox (or whoever owns the rights now since I thought I read somewhere Fox Southwest got bought out recently.) I’d definitely like to be able to see the games.

The last second TD is one thing. Those things happen. But, it always gets a rise out of you, so it’s kinda fun. 😆 The clerical error is a different matter. It’s just a sad statement about leadership thoroughness—regardless of this week’s outcomes. How much the confusion effected play during games is unknown.