****2007 WILLIE RAY SMITH FINALISTS/WINNERS ANNOUNCED TONIGHT****

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WILLIE RAY SMITH

AWARD FINALISTS

    2007 Season

OFFENSIVE NOMINEES

DePauldrick Garrett, WO-S  RB

Stats: Rushed for 1400 yds

All time leading rusher at WOSHS in School History

Cody Hussey, Lumberton  RB

Stats: 1783 yds 19 TD’s on 254 carries, 361 yds 1 TD on 27 receptions

District 22-4A Offensive MVP

Christine Michael, West Brook  RB

Stats: 1171 yds 24 TD’s on 197 rushes; District 21-5A MVP

Pierce Rhodes, Kirbyville  RB

Stats: 1922 yds on 206 carries, 283 yds on 16 receptions,

182 points on 22 rush TD, 5 TD receptions, 1 TD Kickoff return, 1 TD fumble return, four 2 point conversions; District 21-3A MVP

Tramain Thomas East Chambers, QB

Stats: 2215 total yds with 35 total TD's; 1352 yds rushing 30 TD’s; 863 yds on 49 of 96 with 5 TD’s and 7 int’s

DEFENSIVE NOMINEES

Cory Bell, WO-Stark  LB/DE

Stats: Leading Tackler – 82 tackles

David Falgout, West Brook  Safety

Stats: 119 tackles 3 int 12 PBU

Kheeston Randall, Kelly  DE

Stats: 42 solo tackles 36 assists 16 sacks 10 hurries 4 forced fumbles

Tramain Thomas, East Chambers  Safety

Stats: 106 tackles 11 int 3 returned for TD’s; 11 tackles for loss 1 sack; 9 forced fumbles 4 recovered fumbles; 22 passes defended

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One Offensive and Defensive Winner will be announced in Feburary.

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WILLIE RAY SMITH

AWARD FINALISTS

     2007 Season

OFFENSIVE NOMINEES

DePauldrick Garrett, WO-S  RB

Stats: Rushed for 1400 yds

All time leading rusher at WOSHS in School History

Cody Hussey, Lumberton  RB

Stats: 1783 yds 19 TD’s on 254 carries, 361 yds 1 TD on 27 receptions

District 22-4A Offensive MVP

Christine Michael, West Brook  RB

Stats: 1171 yds 24 TD’s on 197 rushes; District 21-5A MVP

Pierce Rhodes, Kirbyville  RB

Stats: 1922 yds on 206 carries, 283 yds on 16 receptions,

182 points on 22 rush TD, 5 TD receptions, 1 TD Kickoff return, 1 TD fumble return, four 2 point conversions; District 21-3A MVP

Tramain Thomas East Chambers, QB

Stats: 2215 total yds with 35 total TD's; 1352 yds rushing 30 TD’s; 863 yds on 49 of 96 with 5 TD’s and 7 int’s

DEFENSIVE NOMINEES

Cory Bell, WO-Stark  LB/DE

Stats: Leading Tackler – 82 tackles

David Falgout, West Brook  Safety

Stats: 119 tackles 3 int 12 PBU

Kheeston Randall, Kelly  DE

Stats: 42 solo tackles 36 assists 16 sacks 10 hurries 4 forced fumbles

Tramain Thomas, East Chambers  Safety

Stats: 106 tackles 11 int 3 returned for TD’s; 11 tackles for loss 1 sack; 9 forced fumbles 4 recovered fumbles; 22 passes defended

i thought corey bell had a 150 tackles

[westend1]

If they go purely by numbers, without taking into account the level of competition, It looks like Rhodes on offense and Thomas on defense.

[playdefense]

I always love that comment - level of competition.  I have seen plenty of 4a and 5a schools that could not play dead.  Thomas could play for anybody in the state and be the MVP hands down.  The back from Kirbyville played the likes of WOS, Jasper, etc.  HMMMM - level of competition.  I would take both of those kids over anybody from some 4a or 5a.

Good luck to all nominated - despite your level of competition

[Pimp Smack]

If youcan win both I would vote TT in both categories

[setexan]

Cory Bell had 130..not 82.

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Thanks

[AggiesAreWe]

My picks would be Hussey for offense and Thomas for defense.

[Gabe]

Bell had his hands involved in a team-leading 130 tackles. He collected 10 tackles for losses, caused four fumbles and recovered three more. In 21-3A play, Bell was a part of a defensive unit that allowed a mere 7.7 points a game as the Mustangs were able to extend their current 21-3A winning streak to 24 games.

From Vans story in Thursday's Orange Leader.

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WO-S’ Garrett, Bell named Smith finalists

Van Wade

The Orange Leader

WEST ORANGE — It has been rare when over the years when West Orange-Stark doesn’t have a representative in the prestigious annual Willie Ray Smith, Sr. Awards banquet honoring the best offensive and best defensive football players in Southeast Texas.

Well, WO-S certainly made a statement this year as local media nominated running back DePauldrick Garrett as an offensive finalist and linebacker Cory Bell as a defensive finalist for the 16th annual event coming up in late February or early March.

“It’s terrific to have both those kids in the finals,†said Mustang head coach Dan Hooks. “We’ve been represented well in that event over the years and we’ve had kids win it a few times. To have two players from the same team involved in the same year is quite a deal and we’re honored to have those guys representing our program.â€

Garrett, the Orange Leader’s Offensive Player of the Year, became WO-S’ all-time leading rusher this season when he rushed for 1,394 yards and 25 touchdowns on 204 carries in helping lead the Mustangs (11-2) to their fourth straight District 21-3A crown and all the way to the Class 3A Division II Region III semifinals.

“DePauldrick, what a workhorse he has been,†said Hooks. “He’s so darn elusive and he made a lot of people miss the last couple years. He has also surprised with the way he runs with power. He was such a tremendous asset to the program and made himself a solid leader on and off the field.â€

Garrett wrapped us his days at WO-S with 3,251 yards and 52 touchdowns on 476 carries.

The other four finalists that will join Garrett include Lumberton running back Cody Hussey, who rushed for 1,783 yards and 19 touchdowns on 254 carries; Beaumont West Brook running back Christine Michael, who dashed for 1,171 yards and 24 TDs on 197 rushes; Kirbyville running back Pierce Rhodes, who had 1,922 yards and 27 TDs on 206 carries; and East Chambers’ quarterback Tramain Thomas, who had 2,215 total yards (1,352 rushing, 863 passing) and was involved in 35 touchdowns.

Bell, the Leader’s Player of the Year, had a tremendous senior campaign in just his first full season on the varsity after transferring from California during his junior year.

Bell had his hands involved in a team-leading 130 tackles. He collected 10 tackles for losses, caused four fumbles and recovered three more. In 21-3A play, Bell was a part of a defensive unit that allowed a mere 7.7 points a game as the Mustangs were able to extend their current 21-3A winning streak to 24 games.

“I have to say that the California kid fit in perfectly for us,†Hooks said. “He busted his tail every day up here last summer and made himself an excellent football player. It just seemed like he got better each and every week. He’s such a quality kid. He may not have been in the program long but he’ll be considered a Mustang forever.â€

Joining Bell as defensive finalists include East Chambers’ Thomas, who posted 106 tackles and 11 interceptions; West Brook safety David Falgout, who posted 119 tackles and three interceptions; and Beaumont Kelly defensive end Kheeston Randall, who notched 78 tackles, 16 sacks and forced four fumbles.

The Smith Awards are in honor of legendary Southeast Texas coach Willie Ray Smith, Sr. (1911-1992).

Smith began his coaching career in 1942 at Dunbar High School in Lufkin. After coaching for four years, Smith came to Orange where he led Wallace High School up to 1957. In 1957, Smith began an 18-year coaching stint at Beaumont Charlton-Pollard High School.

Smith captured 235 games in his career, accomplishing amazing feats with stern discipline. He took over ill-equipped programs and turned each one of them into consistent winners.

Smith’s sons, Tody and Bubba, who both starred in the National Football League, are among more than 20 players he helped send on to pro football.

[Bucof2010]

I think offense is a close race but to me TT should have defense hands down. 11 interceptions on top of 106 tackles impresses me dont know about you guys.

[Guest Nederland Bandit]

No DJ????? Let's see he made the All Army American team and no nominations for Willie Ray???? What a joke.

[Guest coachhooker]

Thomas from EC- has  had one of the best offensive minds with him for 3 years and I know he has one of the best defensive minds with him this year. I know that doesnt make a darn but I know he could have played for any 5a progam in the state on both sides of the ball.  TT should win won of these awards.  he is a pure player the end

[AJ25]

No DJ????? Let's see he made the All Army American team and no nominations for Willie Ray???? What a joke.

how about what a joke for him gettin army american team?

[png81]

how about what a joke for him gettin army american team?

That was the biggest joke!

[SFA85]

No DJ????? Let's see he made the All Army American team and no nominations for Willie Ray???? What a joke.

But he was 2nd team all district lol.....

[Guest Wildcat 08]

Rhodes from Kirbyville should win!!!!!!!!!!!!

[silverhat]

Two WOS Mustangs!!  One on each side of the ball!!  That is a first!!  Not bad for a team that played this year with "NO TALENT"

[Guest Nederland Bandit]

No DJ????? Let's see he made the All Army American team and no nominations for Willie Ray???? What a joke.

how about what a joke for him gettin army american team?

Your a joke!!! He should have been nominated!!!

[Guest Round Ball]

Bell and Thomas should win the award.

[alphadog]

Asa Cardenas got left out IMO!

[Gabe]

Makes you feel any better, I know at least one sports writer who nominated DJ 

[Guest Nederland Bandit]

Thanks man.

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