Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
An Ode to our Rebels from Bud Zegel
I wanted to share "an ode" that was created by Mr Zegel.
According to your faith will it be done to you
Faith is a belief you cannot see
Coach Clayton will say, “This is bigger than me”
He’s led you this far - it’s been quite a run
Who would believe you’re 13 and one
"We Believe!!” is the cry we’ve shouted all year
I think it all started when McCallie was here
Miracles still happen – We saw it that night
We’re proud of the way you finished the fight
We’ve been there each night when you’ve taken the field
Few yards or points would this great defense yield
JD -Timmy -Taylor - Ben -Nick and Cole
Always found ways to plug up the hole
The Webb was spread out by Coach Donnie’s boys
The Hunters and Jonny made lots of noise
The hand-me-down backs turned out pretty good
We all had the faith and knew that they would
Ramsey, Eric, Jamaul and the twins
All had a big part in those 13 wins
But without the points on our side of the ball
We wouldn’t be here - this late in the Fall
Isaiah and Mark and Andrew and Connor
We love what you’ve done and are here to honor
You did a great job learning the O’s and the X’s
And how ‘bout that man we all call Texas
Alex and Keylo were Thunder and Lightning
At times their runs could be quite frightening
Nothing was better than Nichols to Eaton
Or a catch made by Maurer - the defense he’s beaten’
The past is the past – we’ve had a great year
It ain’t over yet - that’s why we are here
Back in the Boro – some will remember
A cry went out, “We’ll be here in December!”
So far you fulfilled you part of the deal
The victory is yours to go out and seal
The Rebels were there back in ‘O 4
But came up short, we lost that war
Not this year we say our heart
Go out tomorrow and do your part
This is the word - Go out and have fun
When it is over the Prize you’ll have won
Franklin Rebels – you make us so very proud
We’ll all be there - shoutin’ pretty loud
This is your time –You’re the chosen few
According to your faith will it be done to you!
Bud Zegel
According to your faith will it be done to you
Faith is a belief you cannot see
Coach Clayton will say, “This is bigger than me”
He’s led you this far - it’s been quite a run
Who would believe you’re 13 and one
"We Believe!!” is the cry we’ve shouted all year
I think it all started when McCallie was here
Miracles still happen – We saw it that night
We’re proud of the way you finished the fight
We’ve been there each night when you’ve taken the field
Few yards or points would this great defense yield
JD -Timmy -Taylor - Ben -Nick and Cole
Always found ways to plug up the hole
The Webb was spread out by Coach Donnie’s boys
The Hunters and Jonny made lots of noise
The hand-me-down backs turned out pretty good
We all had the faith and knew that they would
Ramsey, Eric, Jamaul and the twins
All had a big part in those 13 wins
But without the points on our side of the ball
We wouldn’t be here - this late in the Fall
Isaiah and Mark and Andrew and Connor
We love what you’ve done and are here to honor
You did a great job learning the O’s and the X’s
And how ‘bout that man we all call Texas
Alex and Keylo were Thunder and Lightning
At times their runs could be quite frightening
Nothing was better than Nichols to Eaton
Or a catch made by Maurer - the defense he’s beaten’
The past is the past – we’ve had a great year
It ain’t over yet - that’s why we are here
Back in the Boro – some will remember
A cry went out, “We’ll be here in December!”
So far you fulfilled you part of the deal
The victory is yours to go out and seal
The Rebels were there back in ‘O 4
But came up short, we lost that war
Not this year we say our heart
Go out tomorrow and do your part
This is the word - Go out and have fun
When it is over the Prize you’ll have won
Franklin Rebels – you make us so very proud
We’ll all be there - shoutin’ pretty loud
This is your time –You’re the chosen few
According to your faith will it be done to you!
Bud Zegel
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
~6-5a All Region Awards~
Congratulations for this years 6-5a First team All Region Awards
Graham Nichols- QB - Offensive player of the year
Cole Nathan - DE - Defensive lineman of the year
All Region
Keylo Lee - HB
Alex Ford- FB
Connor Walkup - LT
Jarriel Eaton -WR
J.D. Jervis - DT
Nick Gordon - LB
Great Season Guys !! Good job !
Graham Nichols- QB - Offensive player of the year
Cole Nathan - DE - Defensive lineman of the year
All Region
Keylo Lee - HB
Alex Ford- FB
Connor Walkup - LT
Jarriel Eaton -WR
J.D. Jervis - DT
Nick Gordon - LB
Great Season Guys !! Good job !
~ Congratulations~
Congratulations to the 2008 Rebels for their INCREDIBLE season.
Franklin had only one loss in the regular season and 1 loss in the State Championship Game vs Oakland.
Many do not realize what it takes to have a successful program in athletics today. It needs commitment and support from not only the players but the staff and the schools and the parents. Rebels should be PROUD of the season they have had. The memories can never be taken away. Comraderie and Bonds and people that have bonded make this a Championship season as well.
You, as young men have stepped up and met the task of some of lifes challenges.You have matured as the season went on.Sopomores, Juniors have looked up to your leadership as Seniors< and it is something they can take from you for next season.
Congratulations to your Oakland opponent for winning
Congratulations to Rebels for State Runner Up
Congratulations on being Champions!
Franklin had only one loss in the regular season and 1 loss in the State Championship Game vs Oakland.
Many do not realize what it takes to have a successful program in athletics today. It needs commitment and support from not only the players but the staff and the schools and the parents. Rebels should be PROUD of the season they have had. The memories can never be taken away. Comraderie and Bonds and people that have bonded make this a Championship season as well.
You, as young men have stepped up and met the task of some of lifes challenges.You have matured as the season went on.Sopomores, Juniors have looked up to your leadership as Seniors< and it is something they can take from you for next season.
Congratulations to your Oakland opponent for winning
Congratulations to Rebels for State Runner Up
Congratulations on being Champions!
Thursday, December 4, 2008
~ BELIEVE~
Ok Rebel Fans.....Here we are coming up on one of the most exciting weekends in Rebel Football that EVERYONE has dreamed about.
First of all, Take time out to CONGRATULATE a Rebel on all the accomplishments they have taken on and won.I cannot think of one specific, single item to say..."This is what did it...this is what lit the fire.." ..there were sooo many.
If there was any advice we could give our team, I think Coach Clayton said it well.. "MAINTAIN THE FOCUS "If we can start with that, we will be the WINNING team this Saturday..There is NO BETTER COMPLETE team than this years Rebel team...Yes I said it, and will argue that many times over.
MANY times this season we have heard....Our Defense is young, and undersized, We dont have as much depth, We have folded in the BIG game...Brentwood this, Independence that, Ravenwood this...Well guess where they are?
I read an article in a local publication...Our players were quoted as " There are no single hero's on our team, we all do our job, we RELY on each other.." As a coach or a parent or a fan, how could you not want a team with that mentality? There we go..ANOTHER area to be proud of for this team. Congratulations again, for possessing the maturity of a Champion.
Ok lets add it up...what are the keys to a championship win on Saturday?
1) Maintain the Focus
2) BELIEVE in yourself
3) BELIEVE in your teammates
4) BELIEVE in your Coaches
5) BELIEVE that on every single play, you will win that battle one play at a time.
You will maintain that block, you will wrap up on that tackle, you will stay on your assignment, you will cover your man, you will run harder for that extra yard, you will KNOW where that First down is, you will see the ball into your hands and catch it no matter the circumstance,you will hold on and protect that ball,you will be alert and know the snap count,you will continue until you hear that whistle,you will play your game....you will PLAY YOUR GAME.
6)BELIEVE that you will give 110% to reach your goal.
and finally BELIEVE..
.....At the end of that game, whether you hoist the Gold ball or the Silver ball...We as parents and fans and a great county and community...will be there to back you and CELEBRATE a Great Season and a team full of Winners on the field and off. For if it came down to Teamwork, Leadership, Maturity and work ethic..You would have already won without playing the game.
Congratulations 2008 Rebels..Seize the OPPORTUNITY...you deserve it!
GO REBELS!!
2)
First of all, Take time out to CONGRATULATE a Rebel on all the accomplishments they have taken on and won.I cannot think of one specific, single item to say..."This is what did it...this is what lit the fire.." ..there were sooo many.
If there was any advice we could give our team, I think Coach Clayton said it well.. "MAINTAIN THE FOCUS "If we can start with that, we will be the WINNING team this Saturday..There is NO BETTER COMPLETE team than this years Rebel team...Yes I said it, and will argue that many times over.
MANY times this season we have heard....Our Defense is young, and undersized, We dont have as much depth, We have folded in the BIG game...Brentwood this, Independence that, Ravenwood this...Well guess where they are?
I read an article in a local publication...Our players were quoted as " There are no single hero's on our team, we all do our job, we RELY on each other.." As a coach or a parent or a fan, how could you not want a team with that mentality? There we go..ANOTHER area to be proud of for this team. Congratulations again, for possessing the maturity of a Champion.
Ok lets add it up...what are the keys to a championship win on Saturday?
1) Maintain the Focus
2) BELIEVE in yourself
3) BELIEVE in your teammates
4) BELIEVE in your Coaches
5) BELIEVE that on every single play, you will win that battle one play at a time.
You will maintain that block, you will wrap up on that tackle, you will stay on your assignment, you will cover your man, you will run harder for that extra yard, you will KNOW where that First down is, you will see the ball into your hands and catch it no matter the circumstance,you will hold on and protect that ball,you will be alert and know the snap count,you will continue until you hear that whistle,you will play your game....you will PLAY YOUR GAME.
6)BELIEVE that you will give 110% to reach your goal.
and finally BELIEVE..
.....At the end of that game, whether you hoist the Gold ball or the Silver ball...We as parents and fans and a great county and community...will be there to back you and CELEBRATE a Great Season and a team full of Winners on the field and off. For if it came down to Teamwork, Leadership, Maturity and work ethic..You would have already won without playing the game.
Congratulations 2008 Rebels..Seize the OPPORTUNITY...you deserve it!
GO REBELS!!
2)
Saturday, November 29, 2008
~State Championship Berth ~
Congratulations to Franklin in their HUGE Victory over White Station.
Just when you think you have praised and congratulated everyone on accomplishments ,tasks, or plays, that they have done, each week it just gets better and better.
I think I can speak for most parents when I say.."No Matter how this season had been played out, we, as parents, couldnt have been more proud of our sons who have grown into men over this last year."
Once again it was a team effort on both sides of the ball. I have to say, I cannot honestly say one outplayed the other. From Offense and Defense,Special teams efforts, the Rebels flat out got it done.
For the Defense to stop a high scoring explosive Offense in the Spartans, to the Rebel Offense pounding 35 points on a stout Defense that has only rendered an average of 9 points to their opponents over their last few games.We were the team we needed to be.
We HAVE to be even BETTER this final game.This is what you have been playing for.
Be prepared for the BIGGEST battle of your Career.
GO REBELS!
Just when you think you have praised and congratulated everyone on accomplishments ,tasks, or plays, that they have done, each week it just gets better and better.
I think I can speak for most parents when I say.."No Matter how this season had been played out, we, as parents, couldnt have been more proud of our sons who have grown into men over this last year."
Once again it was a team effort on both sides of the ball. I have to say, I cannot honestly say one outplayed the other. From Offense and Defense,Special teams efforts, the Rebels flat out got it done.
For the Defense to stop a high scoring explosive Offense in the Spartans, to the Rebel Offense pounding 35 points on a stout Defense that has only rendered an average of 9 points to their opponents over their last few games.We were the team we needed to be.
We HAVE to be even BETTER this final game.This is what you have been playing for.
Be prepared for the BIGGEST battle of your Career.
GO REBELS!
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving to all you Rebels fans.
To the Players,the trainers,the cheerleaders, the Coaches, the band , and all the parents.
We have lots to be thankful for.But relating to this team , we can be thankful that we have come as far as we have, so far, with very few injuries. We have watched this team mature and get better and better each week.
We have great parents that help out week after week.
We have great coaches that keep our team in tact and in place.
We have watched some of the best High School Football this season and watched the Seniors take charge and control their Destiny.
We are headed for the Semi-finals against a very good opponent.We are fortunate to have them in OUR HOUSE!
Have a great Thanksgiving and Lets get ready for some Football the day after!!
Come LOUD....Come PROUD!!!!!! GO REBELS!!!
To the Players,the trainers,the cheerleaders, the Coaches, the band , and all the parents.
We have lots to be thankful for.But relating to this team , we can be thankful that we have come as far as we have, so far, with very few injuries. We have watched this team mature and get better and better each week.
We have great parents that help out week after week.
We have great coaches that keep our team in tact and in place.
We have watched some of the best High School Football this season and watched the Seniors take charge and control their Destiny.
We are headed for the Semi-finals against a very good opponent.We are fortunate to have them in OUR HOUSE!
Have a great Thanksgiving and Lets get ready for some Football the day after!!
Come LOUD....Come PROUD!!!!!! GO REBELS!!!
Brentwood....We have been waiting for this Rematch
It was probably one of the coldest nights we have had all year. Game time was calling for temperatures down to 19 degrees.Cold for the fans of Brentwood, but the coldest of temperatures would yield to the FIRE in the hearts of all the players and fans for visiting Franklin.
You see, nothing would stoke the fires more, than a single loss to this big rivalry on October 3rd. Losing to these Bruins in the final minutes of a game that the Rebels should have won. Their ONLY loss in the season of a blood, sweat , and tears season.The Rebels needed to "even" the score, especially if they were to continue in their playoff lives.
As predicted, this game came down to which Defense was going to stop the others Offense.
Brentwood has been one of the leagues Premier teams, and after knocking off Franklin in October, They were siiting on top of the region waving the crown, waiting week after week, hoping that someone else could break the will of this Franklin team, otherwise they would have to see them again in the playoffs.
Franklin kept their focus and waited for this revenge.After a hard fought game, and missing an extra point early in the game, 7-6 would be given to Brentwood.
In the fourth quarter, with 1:11 left in the game, a handoff to Alex Ford that would go to his favorite side, off the left tackle, where the line opened a hole big enough for a truck to go through. Touchdown REBELS!
Nichols would go for two with a pass to Elrod for the 14-7 lead.
With close to a minute left, Franklins Defense would make a statement after a botched kick gave Brentwood good field position.Hunter Howard was playing possessed, he was around the ball on every play.
Great job Defense, and Congratulations Rebels for A Great Playoff win and avenged win against a very good Brentwood team.
VICTORY IS SWEET.
You see, nothing would stoke the fires more, than a single loss to this big rivalry on October 3rd. Losing to these Bruins in the final minutes of a game that the Rebels should have won. Their ONLY loss in the season of a blood, sweat , and tears season.The Rebels needed to "even" the score, especially if they were to continue in their playoff lives.
As predicted, this game came down to which Defense was going to stop the others Offense.
Brentwood has been one of the leagues Premier teams, and after knocking off Franklin in October, They were siiting on top of the region waving the crown, waiting week after week, hoping that someone else could break the will of this Franklin team, otherwise they would have to see them again in the playoffs.
Franklin kept their focus and waited for this revenge.After a hard fought game, and missing an extra point early in the game, 7-6 would be given to Brentwood.
In the fourth quarter, with 1:11 left in the game, a handoff to Alex Ford that would go to his favorite side, off the left tackle, where the line opened a hole big enough for a truck to go through. Touchdown REBELS!
Nichols would go for two with a pass to Elrod for the 14-7 lead.
With close to a minute left, Franklins Defense would make a statement after a botched kick gave Brentwood good field position.Hunter Howard was playing possessed, he was around the ball on every play.
Great job Defense, and Congratulations Rebels for A Great Playoff win and avenged win against a very good Brentwood team.
VICTORY IS SWEET.
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