Kentucky could have clinched the No. A Hubbard Broadcasting Company. It was a great opportunity, and I appreciate the opportunity.. I explored some possibilities where the schedule will meet my family schedule a little better. Now, Urban is the head football coach at the school he has dedicated so much time to over the years. Kentucky quarterback Kaiya Sheron threw the game-winning touchdown, giving the school its first state championship in its 116-year history. He was 51. WebCoaches. The coach of the Briar Jumpers for 14 seasons, he led Somerset to a Class 2A State Title in 2019. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. He can be reached at (814) 532-5083. Cant describe the pain this brings. It got me a job. On3 is a registered trademark of On3 Media, Inc. When he became a high school football coach in the late 1960s, the best way to stay employed was to run some version of the ground-oriented Wing T or the wishbone. 43 Boston Collegiate in a Div. Basile knew he couldnt devote as much time as hed like to the time-consuming duties as a head coach. (I) want to send my condolences to the Somerset community. That did not happen, so now, it all comes down to Saturday's regular-season finale at Arkansas. Basile has been a familiar face on the sidelines and coaching booths throughout the region since the 1980s. The boosters were great. Breaking news. But Im always looking for that next challenge and pursuit of excellence.. During his podcast appearance, Lucas reflected on the lessons he learned as a brash young head coach. There are myriad reasons why Kentucky couldn't pull off the win against Vanderbilt during the Wildcats' 68-66 loss on Senior Night. Somerset Football Roster 2022-23 Players (129) Staff (5) Do you have a team photo? Call. Partly cloudy skies. I hope that when they look back that they say I cared about more than football and I taught them it's more than just a game. pic.twitter.com/A6HbhRBYv8. San Diego, CA Monte Vista High School. He served as an assistant coach with the Johnstown Jackals and J-Dogs, and was head coach of the Johnstown Riverhawks. I didnt know certain things were going to shake out the way they did schedule-wise.. Jeff Urban has been a longtime assistant football coach at Somerset Area High School. Urban is looking to use the coaching knowledge he has gatheredtoturn the program around. MARVIN PFEIFFER / mpfeiffer@express-news.net, SPORTS - Somerset coach Sonny Detmer gives instruction to Justin Villanueva on the sideline Friday, August 30, 2002 at Southside High School Stadium. SOMERSET The Detmer legacy continues at Somerset High School. Friday nights are still real exciting for me, Detmer told the Express-News that year. Xs and Os meant nothing to him, Somerset defensive coordinator Jared Swearingen said in an email to the coaches. The experience he gained throughout four decades as a football coach on the high school, college and professional indoor levels led Brian Basile to reevaluate his role at He has also previously served as an offensive coordinator for the Bulldogs program. Somerset football coach Brian Basile stepping down after 2 seasons, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. "I am humbled that the administration, school board and community have given me this opportunity. Words cant describe how much I and everyone else in our community appreciates you, I love you coach. "I am just humbled, honored and blessed for the opportunity," said Urban. (717) 697-0374|(800) 382-1392|Fax: (717) 697-7721
Kentucky's freshman point guard went down with a right lower leg injury at the 18:14 mark in the second half and did not return. Jared Peck, the Herald-Leaders Digital Sports Writer, covers high school athletics and has been with the company as a writer and editor for more than 20 years. Shooting 32 percent overall from the field and 3-19 from deep were certainly a couple of them, as was losing Cason KSR's last Rapid Reaction from Rupp Arena is a sad one after Kentucky Basketball came up short on Senior Night against Vanderbilt. Rick Molina. Pass-happy spread offenses wouldnt become the norm until around the turn of the millennium. Lasting legacy for sure!. We have some good, young coaches in place on the staff, Basile said. With the 68-66 loss to the Commodores, Kentucky is now Jerry Stackhouse was emotional in his postgame press conference, his first after a win in Rupp Arena. Jeff is a great hire for Somerset, Close said. I just had the greatest seat to watch it, Lucas said after the game. Follow Daily American Sports on Facebook. The Briar Jumpers, one of the oldest football programs in the state with a proud 116-season history, have been to the state finals six times with the 2019 championship, four runner-up finishes under John Cain around the 1980s and the other runner-up under Lucas in 2009. To see player spotlights please become a Dave Campbells Texas Football Insider. Defensive Line. Thats phenomenal, and were just ready for great things from Koy.. I want my players to remember that I love them and I will always be there if they need me. Tucson, AZ Pueblo High school. Lucas, who coached the Briar Jumpers' football team for the past 14 seasons, guided the Somerset football program He played eight seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles and had a brief stint with the Minnesota Vikings. Winds WNW at 10 to 20 mph.. Bruce could go 0-10 every year and no one would say anything because he is the kind of person you want your kids to be coached by, Bezek said. WebStaff Page - Somerset High School Somerset High School Staff Directory First Name: Last Name: Title: Location: Department: To see a listing of all staff please click on submit. Ty Detmer shattered almost every state passing mark in the book with the Dragons, and he went on to do the same thing with NCAA records at BYU, where he won the 1990 Heisman Trophy. And that it was always about much more than just football. Mike Mastovich is a sports reporter and columnist for The Tribune-Democrat. "A lot of guys got thrown into the Friday night atmosphere as young kids. But hed taken a nontraditional route to his first gig as a wide receiver in the semi-professional Continental Football League, the San Antonio Toros helped put him on staff at South San so he could pay his bills and he didnt see much use for conventional wisdom. College:The University of Tulsa
Im just not going to miss time with my children. Coach Lovelady played high school football at South Gwinnett from 1989-1991 and then played at West Georgia from 1991-1994. The head football coach at Somerset High School has passed away. What you want your players to remember you for as a coach? It got me an education. Like a lot of pioneers, though, Detmer had to wait a while for the rest of the world to follow. Sonny Detmer, father of NFL football players Ty and Koy Detmer, is being honored by the NFL for his work in high schools and with youth in football programs. WebStaff - Somerset Independent Schools Home > Staff Staff FORMS & LINKS Business and Finance Technology Link to Submit Websites/You Tube Links to Lightspeed Self Service ric blanco. "We played a lot of young guys last year," Urban said. 34-19 (W) Southwestern @ Simon Kenton On 9/3, the Southwestern varsity football team won their away non-conference game against Simon Kenton (Independence, KY) by a score of 34-19. Shortly after he passed away, tributes poured in from around the Commonwealth. Especially your leading and directing 50, 60, 70 young men.. Somersets coaching staff suggested a lights-on tribute in Lucas honor at high school football fields across Kentucky on Monday evening. "Seeing how these coaches like Steve (Costea), Bob (Landis) and Brian (Basile) ran things, along withSam Zambanini and Rick Flyte, who were assistants on Brian's staff, to be around coaches like that and learn from them, it was fortunate for me to be around those great coaches from the area," Urban said. Lucas, who has served as a long-time assistant coach at Somerset High School, left the Briar Jumpers after the 2001 season to become the head football coach at Lincoln County High School. Our recent Hunting, Fishing, Grilling out and hanging out with my friends and family. KSR extends our thoughts, prayers and condolences to the Somerset community. I want my players to always know that while I was trying to get the most out of them on the field every single day, that I also prepared them for life after football. Football has been the best thing thats ever happened to me by a lot, Lucas said. Somerset football coach Robbie Lucas, who led Briar Jumpers to 2019 state title, has died By Jared Peck Updated November 14, 2022 1:10 PM Somerset High School Family and then football. Abby Pattison led all scorers with 14 points and Mia Bradshaw added 12 points as No. In fourteen seasons Lucas won 114 games and had a pair of 14-win seasons, including his first in 2009, one that ended with a state runner-up finish. Its just a big, big loss.. Coach Lucas has been a part of the SHS football program for more than 20 years and served as its head coach the last 14 seasons. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Paducah Tilghman ends Union Countys 7-year run as state wrestling champions. Basile spent the past two COVID-19 pandemic interrupted seasons as head coach of the Golden Eagles football program, a job he loved and appreciated. Dave Campbell's Texas Football reveals its 2023 6-Year TXHSFB Program Rankings, a comprehensive measure of every UIL Texas high school football program. Claim your team to manage the roster, schedule, scores, stats and more. *Record tiebreakers are determined by each district through District Executive Committees. On Monday evening, the Somerset School District Board of Trustees met to name Koy Detmer Wednesday, July 7, 2004. There was a problem saving your notification. I saw where I stumbled. In-depth analysis. Koy played quarterback for his father at Mission High School and served as head coach of the Eagles for the past five seasons. He held assistant football coaching positions with Central Cambria, Greater Johnstown, Richland and Conemaugh Township at the high school level. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. I cant tell you how appreciative I am just to the game itself. Detmer was hired as head coach at Somerset High School, located southwest of San Antonio. Somerset's Basile steps down as football coach. After two 2-8 seasons, he was let go and returned to Somersets staff. I would love for my players to remember me by teaching the next generation something that I have taught them. His mother wanted him to go into banking, but as he once told the Express-News, he wasnt much for desks. Having tried out for the football team on a lark while at Wharton, his rsum as a wide receiver was impressive enough to get a call from the Toros, who offered him $150 per game. Koy is the son of longtime high school football coaching legend Sonny Detmer, who passed away last September. Started Coaching career at Grapevine Middle School in 2016. WebLearn about Somerset High School football recruits in Somerset. DELCIA LOPEZ, STAFF / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS NEWS, JOHN DAVENPORT, STAFF / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS, BILLY CALZADA, STAFF / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS, JOSE BARRERA, STAFF / EXPRESS-NEWS FILE PHOTO, Marvin Pfeiffer, Staff / San Antonio Express-News, BAHRAM MARK SOBHANI, STAFF / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS, HELEN L. MONTOYA, STAFF / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS, William Luther, Staff / San Antonio Express-News, John Davenport / San Antonio Express-News.