FIRST DAY OF HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PRACTICE

by Steve Dunford

It does not seem possible, but Friday Night Lights are 2 1/2 weeks  away.  I will be keeping a close eye on the SIRR-Ohio and the Black Diamond Conference.  I might throw a few stories in there from time to time from the Mississippi Division of the River to River.

There will be extensive coverage of the Benton Rangers, the  West Frankfort Redbirds, the  C-Z-R Bearcats, the  S-V-W-W Red Devils, the  Hamilton County Foxes and the Johnston City Indians.

I will be working on the next few days contacting each coach in the BDC, and the Ohio division.  I plan on writing a preview of all the teams.

Here is something that I did on my blogsite last year.  I would have a preview of each game of the schools I cover.  I am going to step it up one notch this year.  I am going to talk to the opposing coaches as well.

Because of the logistics of things, the coverage might be heavily for West Frankfort.  With NewsChannel 15 in Mt. Carmel, video steaming multiple Black Diamond games weekly.  I know Harrisburg and I believe Murphysboro streams as well.  If you want your team to get coverage, all you have to do is ask.

Coverage will not be limited to football only.  I will share some things from volleyball, cross country and golf.  I might share some info from time to time from junior high baseball games.

Because I can not divide myself and be several places at one time, if coaches and fans could provide me information, and a picture it would be great.  You can call me at 937-0253, call or text at 513-1274, send me an email at sdunford1970@hotmail.com or send me a message on Facebook.

I am looking forward to the fall sports season starting.