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MikeTobias The Port Arthur News GROVES — It hasn’t even been two weeks since new Port Neches-Groves Indians Head Coach and Athletic Director Brandon Faircloth stepped into the mix. Monday night, the newly appointed “chief of the tribe†strolled into the PN-GISD board room, donning the Indians’ colors, to ask trustees for the funding approval of technology equipment and athletic personnel appointments. “In order to meet the needs of the athletic department, new technology equipment and software is needed,†Superintendent Lani Randall said, prior to the vote. The new technology requested comes in the form of: video editing software ($12,700), 1 Server for the field house ($8,000), and 2 laptop computers ($2,400). $23,100. Several members of the board, including President Rusty Brittain questioned Faircloth as to the nature of the equipment and whether it would supplement existing software already in place. “We’re trying to create a program that’s going to give our kids the best chance to be successful,†Faircloth said. “We’re not concerned with how anyone else is doing things — we’re concerned with how we’re doing things and what we feel is right.†Faircloth told the trustees current software and hardware in place for video editing only allows one coach to work on one desktop computer at a time. With the additional equipment, coaches would be able to work on the software off of a network server, specific to the athletic department, with the mobile versatility that laptop computers provide. “It helps with a lot of the coaches being able to work on laptops, to work on video editing,†Faircloth explained. “It helps when you separate into position meetings to be able to take a laptop into there and be very position specific on does and don’ts. We’ll be able to let the kids watch themselves and have it cut up that way so our kids not only can be active learners, but visual learners as well.†Faircloth also requested funds for several athletics position. The request positions were for two new coordinator positions for the remainder of the 08-09 school year, two new varsity assistant coach/teaching positions for the 08-09 school year, and an athletics secretary that would serve the needs of both boys and girls athletics. “Additionally, it is recommended that two new middle school assistant coach positions would be added for the 2009-2010 school year.†The board voted unanimously in favor of both proposals. Posting for the new positions will begin immediately.

Definitely off to a good start! NDN's on the WARPATH!

GREAT video! Sounds like Coach Faircloth is planning to stay at PNG for a "very long time". I like the fact that he gave kudos to the PNG kids, calling them "intense, intelligent" and how he likes our facilities and the changes he's planning on making at PNG. I think, again, the school board did a GREAT job in hiring Coach Faircloth....he's the "perfect" fit to be the new Head Chief at The Reservation! PNG...........Honor.............Pride....................Tradition..............."Priceless!"

I AGREE!

I think his reputation precedes him as an OC, the BEST in his region. And, he has some very well known, successful coaches at his fingertips if he needs advice, consultation, etc. I think it is GREAT that he is already at The Reservation, implementing plans, setting goals, motivating, and getting to know the kids, staff, and PNG community. Its been a long while since I've seen PNG this excited about a HC and I know he will have all the support and then some from the district and community. Coach Faircloth will set the precedent and will have the support he needs to find his groove and lead PNG back to the powerhouse it once was. I commend our school board for standing their ground on the HC/AD requirements and giving Brandon Faircloth this chance. Honor....Pride....Tradition....thats what PNG is all about!

When you look at the resume he was the best candidate for the tax payers money. This guy is going to be good for us. I totally agree with you, pngfan1 ! Faircloth was the best man for the job.

From PNG forum, a poster made the following comments: My son was fired up from the first speech by Coach Faircloth. He has already changed the attitudes of the boys. He told them his offense is very confusing for the other team but it is proven and works. He told the only sport he likes is football then next is spring football. I've heard this from several parents and players alike. Faircloth is going to be good for PNG. I look for it to be an exciting year at The Reservation!

Everyone at PNG is excited about Coach Faircloth. We know he will change our entire program for the better. I think we, the PNG faithful, will continue to be surprised and amazed at his leadership in developing our program....exciting things are happening at The Reservation! ;D

I think if Central stays with the same system they had last year that Stowers implemented, they will be ok. If their new HC comes in with his own scheme of things that is contrary to what the players are accustomed too, then who knows. Whatever happens, BEST OF LUCK to the Jags this year!

Best of Luck to Coach Crouch and LCM this year! ;D

Coach Faircloth is bringing positive CHANGE to The Reservation! PNG is going to have an exciting year!

Nice video. Thanks for sharing.

Amen, ditto. You guys did the right thing. I agree ;D !

I thought it passed, do I know something I shouldn't yet? I was under the impression that it had passed too. Is this not true?

Thanks for sharing. NDN Ken will truly be missed! Prayers go out to his family. A nice guy!

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Thanks prepballfan. The excitement of our new coach and comments like yours far outweigh all the negativity that we endured the past several weeks. You are ABSOLUTELY right, Purple Rain.........!

I totally agree. Coach Faircloth has the expertise to offer advice at his finger tips if he needs it.

All of US NDN fans are very, very excited about Coach Faircloth and we are here to support him and his staff in every way possible. We know we have the BEST coach and look forward to a GREAT year of Indian Football! I-N-D-I-A-N-S, Scalp 'em, NDN's, Scalp 'em!!!! PNG>>>>>>>>>>>>>Honor...............Pride................Tradition............."Priceless" !

I didn't know he was a special teams coach as well. This is good, VERY good! ;D

I WENT TO A ALEDO FOOTBALL GAME DURING HURRICANE IKE AND TALK ABOUT A TOP NOTCH PROGRAM AND FACILITIES.I HAVE RELATIVES THAT WORK FOR ALEDO SCHOOL DISTRICT AND WHEN ASKED ABOUT JOE DALE CAREY THEY COULD NOT SAY ENOUGH GOOD THINGS ABOUT HIM AND HIS FAMILY.LOOKS LIKE PN-G IS BRINGING IN A NEW GENERATION OF COACHES TO THE AREA.THINGS ARE CHANGING AT THE RESERVATION. ;D They definitely are! High caliber coaches at PNG......man, this is excitin!

I like the idea that Coach Faircloth stated that he wants to incorporate his style of play all the way to the middle school. This is exciting! He's looking to rebuild the COMPLETE program at PNG......have the kids learn the plays early, so when they get to varsity, thier skills can be fine tuned. I like his 50-50 style of play, 50% running the ball, 50% passing. I think he'll be able to bring a good mix to PNG and its gonna be an exciting "change" for PNG fans to enjoy! Honor..........Pride...........Tradition................PNG!

Man, I can't wait ! I've heard people around the area say we may have a Spring "Fire Up" pep rally. Anyone else heard this? I think it would be a good idea! How many days until week 0? The NDN's are pumped!

I totally agree! We have the right coaches in place to bring PNG back to the outstanding football program that it once was!

Faircloth stated: Faircloth said he wants to install an offensive game plan different than the grind-it-out style familiar to so many PN-G fans. "I like using multiple formations on offense," Faircloth said. "And we will be 50-50 on pass and run. If we have to throw the ball 50 times to win a game, then we'll pass 50 times. "We'll take what the defense gives us." I LIKE THIS GUY!!!! WOW! I HAVE A FEELIN PNG WILL BE BACK WITH A STRONG LEADER IN FAIRCLOTH!