Photos from Snapperbowl in Florida

For those who traveled to Florida for the Snapperbowl and are interested in the photos, they are located here.



Snapperbowl Game 1



Snapperbowl Game 2

More Super Bowl Photos

Thanks to the Poss family for sharing their Super Bowl photos with us as well!! We've used several in the books we've ordered.

You can view them here.

To the coach's

I want to thank the coaching staff for leading us to the superbowl win and for everything else, and to Coach Mike for throwing us the parties. Thank you Mrs. Carla for filling in for my mom when she was overseas getting Ellie. Thank you Coach Bobby and Coach Johnny for getting the water bottles for us.

Sincerely:Josh

Year End Books -- Ordered!

I placed the order (finally) for the year-end photo books today! I am very excited about this year's book and cant's wait until we can all see them and share the fun of remembering all that happened this year.

For those interested in a "sneak peak" you can visit the place I ordered them and get a preview. Click here.

Remember, the year-end banquet is on December 7.

Brandon Beck # 48

Brandon,
I am very proud of you.

Love,
Dad

This is the beginning of a new day.God has given me this day to use as I will.I can waste it or use it for good.What I do today is very important because I am Exchanging a day of my life for it.When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever.Leaving something in its place I have traded for it.I want it to be a gain, not loss - good, not evil.Success, not failure in order that I shall not forget the price I paid for it.

Savannah Smith

Savannah,
We are very proud of the wonderful job you have done this year coaching the cheerleading team. The girls seemed to really like having you around and I know that it was a big help to Mrs. Marley.
We love you very much!

Love,
Mom and Dad

Bailey Smith

Bailey,
We love to watch the smile and happiness you have while you are cheering. I hope that you have had fun cheering this year for the Vikings.
We Love you very much!!

Love,
Mom and Dad

Austin #27 & team

Austin and I would like to say thank you to all the coaching staff and players for a great year. Especially Mrs. Carla and, Mrs. Maggie without you guys we couldn't have done it. This year has went so fast. I am so thankful we have such a great group of young men , champions, in football and champions in life . We must all remember to keep running for a touch down!

And to my son ,Austin Poss thanks for all the hard effort you put out for the team. For all the laughs and tears we shared this year. You will always be my champion!!

Thanks to all our friends we made this year we will never for get you!

C.P.A Coach Poss

To Jarret and All

To Jarret and All,

Jarret we are proud of you and your attitude towards your team. You did what was asked of you without complaint or question and when you were called upon you did your best for yourself and your teamates. We could not have asked you for any more than freely you gave.

Coach Mike, Hans, Darren, Johnny, Jeff and Bobby- we would like to thank you for the wonderful year we have had. Coach Bobby and Johnny- You have been the "greatest" waterboys a team could have. Thank you all for being so good to Jarret since this was his first year with the Vikings. We have really enjoyed being a part of this team. You have all made us feel very welcome. We have formed some very good friendships this season.

Carla - thank you for all that you have done for the team. You have been a great team mom.

Maria - thank you for all the great pictures you took this season. We have enjoyed looking at all of them.

Maggie - thanks for always being there when we had questions regarding the team. We don't know how you do all that you do.


Love,
Steve, Cheri and Brandon

To Callie (Cheerleader)

Callie,
You did such a great job cheering for the Vikings. We enjoyed many hours of cheers at home and games and look forward to many more. Love you lots!!!

Mom & Dad

To Carson #5

Carson,
We are so proud of you for all that you accomplished this year. Stay focused and keep working hard. We love you!!!

Mom & Dad

To Carla

Carla,
THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO! You are an amazing woman, you have been the heart of any team that Kaleb has been on that you are our team mom. You work so hard to make sure everything is taken care of and never hesitate in doing that. You give so much of yourself to these boys and treat them as your own, that says sooo much for your character. You also keep the coaches and us parents in check with what we need to do....how you do it all I will never know! I want you to know how much I appreciate everything you do and have done this year and in previous years. Too bad there aren't more like you...you set high standards for other team moms to meet (yeah right!); you are a true class act!
Angel

Jody #75

Jody,

I am so proud of you for playing football this year and sticking with it. You have really made a lot of friends and memories this year. I am so glad that you got to wear #75 because it means so much to you and our family. You have really been through a lot this year and it brightens my day to see you smile. I really loved watching your team play this year.

Love,
Mom

Jacob #35 and Savannah (cheerleader)

Jacob,
I am so proud of you! You've come a long way and worked so hard for it. You are a dedicated player and teammate. Go Vikings!

Savannah,
you did awesome cheering. Thanks Vikings cheerleaders, you girls rocked it!

Love you both,
Mom

Thank you coaches! Thank you for your time and energy. These football players will REMEMBER YOU FOREVER.
Thanks Carla for all the behind the scene work you do. Where would we be without you??

Heather Mauck

Coaches

To the coaches of the 2008 9/10 Super Bowl Champs....I wanted you to know how grateful I am that my son has had the privilege of playing for you. You are all truly amazing, the things that you have taught these boys will be with him for the rest of their lives...heart, determination, good sportsmanship, teamwork, and pride. You all carry these traits in yourself that's why it was so easy for the boys to learn it from you. Each and every boy respected each and every one of you, you all had a way of getting them to do what you wanted without yelling all of time. You spoke they listened...I admire this! Thank you for EVERYTHING you done for my son and the other boys on the team. I am proud to say you all were my son's coaches and I can't wait for next season!

Angel (#60's mom)

Kaleb #60

I am so happy that you FINALLY decided to give it another go at football. I know you have absolutely loved this season! You and your team have created many lifetime memories together. I don't think I have ever seen you as excited about anything as you were about making it to the Super Bowl. I am very proud of your heart and determination during this season, you really got in there and supported your team. This season was exciting for me so I know it was exciting for you!! I don't think either one of us can wait for next year!

Love ,
Mom

Austin #88

Dear Austin,

I remember you saying "No, I don't want to play football, I want to wait for basketball." Then you decided to give practice a try and see if you liked it. You were so excited! You called me 3 or 4 times in about 10 minutes to tell me "Mom, I love it and I'm playing. " We are so proud of the young man you became on and off the field this year. We couldn't wait to watch the games on Saturday morning. I know you made memories that will stay with you forever and winning a Super Bowl---- way to go son.

We love you,
Mom and Dad

Coaches and others

I think we had the best coaching staff of all and, Blake actually enjoyed playing football this year. I have never heard my son say he didn't want football season to be over but he did Saturday after the Bordeaux Bowl. I would like to thank each and every one of you for everything you have done this season, your time and dedication paid off in the end. I would like to say a very special thank you to Coach Mike for all the fun things that he put together for the boys this year. Blake had so much fun and I know the rest of them did too. I also want to thank The Baker's for the sponsorship and for the awesome limo that they got for the team that was an unforgettable moment and I have never seen such excited boys I know they loved it. I would also like to thank Carla for all her hard work it was very appreciated. And last but not least The Latham's for the blogspot, pictures, and videos. I love them because I couldn't always make it to the games. Oh, and Mr. Ray for collecting all those stats I love to look at them.

Thank You,
The Waller's

Blake #28

OMG!!! You finally won the SUPERBOWL now you get one of those superbowl rings like your brothers. I just wanted to let you know how proud we are of you. Me and your dad love coming to watch you play. You are growing up so fast, before you know it we will be watching you play high school football. You are turning out to be a great young man! You and your team did an awesome job this year and I hope that you continue to play because you are such a good athlete and you always do your best. Just always remember you have to keep your heart in it to be the best. We love you very much!!! Go Vikings Superbowl Champs!!!
Love,
Mom, Dad, Brandon, & Hailey

Scott #52

We love you so much and are so very proud of you. We are very proud to be your parents. You are a great kid and a wonderful blessing in our lives! Congratulations on winning the Super Bowl!!!
Mom and Dad

Joshua #74

Josh

Remember that day in July when you went to Memphis with me? We passed by Harpeth's stadium and I told you that's where the Super Bowl was going to be played this year. You looked at me with deadpan eyes and said, "We're going to be there this year and win it!" You and your teammates made it come true. I hope that you have enjoyed this season as much as your mom and I have enjoyed watching you play.

You had an amazing season this year. You overcame your "Cowboys Curse" and actually got to play against them. You made some hard-hitting tackles and blocks. I know that you love playing many other sports, but I truly believe that you excel the best in football. I hope that you will come back next year. I know you think that I am hard on you, but I truly love you, and want to see you succeed at the next level. Next year, Ellie will get to watch you play.

To the coaches: Mike, Hans, Darren, Jeff and the CPAs: John and Bobby. Thank you for your dedication this season in coaching the 9/10 Vikings. I know that you guys had just as much fun as the kids. You guys did more in bringing these kids together from all walks of life, and making them truly teammates. Thank you to the football wives of these guys for allowing them to spend all this time eating, sleeping and thinking football. IT PAID OFF!

Carla, you are always on top of things, and make this organization run smoothly. Thank you for giving your time, energy and efforts, and the sacrifices you made to make this year truly special.

To everyone involved with this program: BRING ON NEXT YEAR!

RJ #89

I am really glad that you got to experience the game of football this year. I enjoyed watching you play. I hope you learned alot and made alot of new friends. Come back next year...

Love,
Wayne

Blake #32

You had a great year and scored your 1st touchdown!!! You even bounced back after jaw surgery and came back and played again at the end of the year. I never thought that I would be a parent running up and down the fence. But I couldn't help it. I really loved watching you and your teammates playing the game. You are a tough boy and I look forward to watching you next year.

Love,
Dad

James #42

We are so proud of you and really enjoyed watching you play this year. You and your team had such a wonderful year. Great Job! Go Superbowl Champions!

We love you very much!
Mom, Dad, Paw Paw, Nannie and Granny

TO ALL THE TEAM AND PARENTS

First, I want to thank everyone for allowing us to have a great season. I want to thank the coaches for teaching me new things everyday and night. I want to thank the players for putting in the hustle and time to lead us to being SUPERBOWL CHAMPS!!!! I want to thank the parents for cheering us on through the season. I want to especially thank my mom for leading me and guiding me through the hard times this year, and not pointing out the negative things, but the positive things. I want to thank Mr. Steve for using his time to keep the stats for us.
I want to thank my dad for spending time with me, not only at home, but on the practice and game field this year. Thank you to Mrs. Maria for taking all of the pictures of us all year. I really like looking at them. Thank you to Mr. Kevin for filming all of our games for us and the coaches to review and help us out.


Sincerely,

Bryce Collier

G-MAN

I want you to know that I am so very proud of the young man that you have become. I love the way that you carry yourself on and off the field. I also loved coaching you this year. Keep up the good work.

Love
Dad

9/10 JOELTON VIKINGS WHO ARE NOW YOUNG MEN

WHAT A GREAT SEASON!!! I first want to say thanks for all of you hard work that you put into this season, it paid off in the end. I know that it was worth it when you all were announced the SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS 2008!! I loved working with each and every one of you. I want to give a special thanks to Kevin and Maria Latham for all of the extras that they give each week. Also to the best team mom there has ever been, Ms. Carla Collier, thanks for all of your hard work, we could not do it without you. And last but not least, parents, thank you for giving me opportunity to work with your son's this year. I had a lot of fun getting to know them and watching them grow into some of the best young men that I have ever seen.

Coach Hans

BAILEY BAKER

Congratulation's on a great season!! You guys did it! Your talents and determination show more everyday. You have the desire to be the best at everything you do and that's what makes you so special and unique. You are capable of achieving whatever your heart desires. You have a very bright future, and we are so proud of you! Keep being Bailey Baker!! We love you!!

Love,
Mom and Dad

Vikings Football team

What a year. What started on July 21st, well actually it started before that. Once I realized I would be coaching this team, the recruiting began. I knew we had the best of the best already on this team, but I wanted to add pieces to the puzzle. And boy did we. When it was over we had all the best athletes in this area, all on one team. Then it was up to us to make a team. Along the way I assembled the best coaching staff I have ever worked with in my 20 years of coaching. And then having already the best team mom in history. The work was now to be done on the field. People doubted if all these "Superstars" could be a team, if some of the boys could cut it in football. But we answered those questions. We practiced, we scrimmaged anyone we could find. We played school teams, TYFA teams, Mid State teams, 11 - 12 year old teams, and when the season was here we were ready. We had one little set back along the way. But 111 days later we finally won the big one.
To the parents thanks for your support. You might not have always agreed with me, but for the most part you kept it to yourself, and supported everything we did.
To the coaches thanks again for your help, your time, and most of all your friendship. I am not sure y'all always thought everything would work out, but it did.
And to the boys, and this is what this is about, I love each and everyone of you. I am so proud of you. You are great young men. Thank you for playing football for me. I am so humbled to be a small part of giving you that Superbowl that you have been chasing. Thanks to God who makes all this possible, to Maggie for her support,and Mick#7 for all your magic. I love you.

Coach Mike

Mickey #7

Mickey what a great year of football! I am so proud of you and your teammates. And what a great coaching staff you had. You are really becoming a wonderful young man, and I am so proud of you. You and Daddy always say that I am hard on you, but it is just because I want the best for you. The harder you work for something ,the better the outcome. Keep working hard!

Love always, Mom

Mickey #7

Mickey thanks for playing for me this year. I know football is probably your least favorite sport, but I think it is the one you do best. I know I would rather watch you play football than any other sports combined. You were a great team player and leader this year. I am so proud to be involved with you winning the Superbowl. I love you. Keep having fun and keep being "Mick the Quick".
Love, Dad

Year End Stats

Thanks to Steve Ray for taking the time to analyze and compile the year-end stats! Great year, guys!!

Joelton Vikings
2008 Regular Season and Post Season Statistics Compilation

Offense
Total Offense: 370 Carries for 2318 Yards=6.26 Yards per Carry Average
24 Passes for 169 Yards=7 Yards per Completed Pass Average
Total 2487 Yards of Total Offense
Points ScoredVikings= 289 Points
Those Other Guys=82
Our Opponents Were Out Scored by 207 Points!!!!!

Bryce Collier:
85 carries for 605 yards= 7.1 yard average
10 receptions for 114 yards= 11.4 yard average
16 Touchdowns and 13 extra points

Mickey Martin:
78 carries for 509 yards= 6.5 yard average
13 passes for 102 yards= 7.8 yard average
8 Touchdowns and 1 extra point.

Bailey Baker:
61 carries for 343 yards= 5.6 yard average
2 receptions for 6 yards= 3 yard average
4 Touchdowns and 5 extra points

Austin Poss:
22 carries for 300 yards= 13.6 yard average
4 receptions for 12 yards= 4 yard average
5 Touchdowns and 8 extra points

Austin Douglas:
17 carries for 203 yards= 11.9 yard average
8 receptions for 16 yards= 3.1 yard average
3 Touchdowns and 12 extra points

Blake Waller:
17 carries for 64 yards= 3.7 yard average
1 receptions for 3 yards= 3 yard average
2 Touchdowns and 5 extra points

Jarret Ray
19 carries for 106 yards= 5.6 yard average
1 Touchdown and 1 extra point

Carson Gudino:
44 carries for 140 yards= 3.1 yard average
1 extra point

Matt Brown:
13 carries for 72 yards= 5.5 yard average
7 passes for 52 yards= 7.7 yard average
2 Touchdowns and 4 extra points.

Blake Gober:
3 carries for 43 yards= 14.3 yard average
1 Touchdown.

Jacob Waffird
4 carries for 13 yards= 3.2 yard average
1 Touchdown

Gunnar Pfeffer:
2 carries for 8 yards= 4 yard average
1 reception for 3 yards= 3 yard average
1 extra point.

Defense

Non Stripers
(By Tackle Ranking Order)

Bailey Baker
47 Tackles, 22 assists and 6 Sacks

Mickey Martin
34 Tackles, 13 assist and 2 Interceptions

Bryce Collier
31 Tackles and 14 assists

Austin Douglas
25 Tackles and 15 assists

Matt Brown
22 Tackles, 13 assists and 2 Interceptions

James Whitby
19 Tackles, 16 assist and 3 Sacks

Jarret Ray
16 tackles, 26 assists, 1 Interception and 1 sack

Carson Gudino
14 Tackles, 11 Assists, 2 Interceptions and 1 Sack

Austin Poss
14 Tackles, 8 assists, 2 Interceptions

Gunnar Pfeffer
13 Tackles and17 Assists

Blake Gober
12 Tackles and 16 Assists

RJ Harris
11 Tackles, 11 Assists

Jacob Waffird
7 tackles, 7 Assists and 1 Sack

Kaleb Watkins
5 Tackles and 8 Assists

Brandon Beck
8 Assists

Blake Waller
3 Tackles and 7 Assists

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"Knuckle Draggers"
(By Tackle Ranking Order)

Joshua Latham
27 Tackles, 20 Assists, 3 Sacks, 2 points scored by safety

Levi Thomas
24 Tackles, 12 assists and 1 sack

Caleb Rediker
20Tackles, 15 Assists and 1 Sack

Scott Nidiffer
16 Tackles, 19 Assists and 2 sacks

Sean McAvoy
9 Tackles, 21 Assists

David Rose
4 Tackles, 12 Assists

Jody Tuberville
4 Assists

To Josh

I've struggled for a while about what to write about you because there just aren't enough words to describe how proud we have been for you this year, both personally and in football. Your dad and I have watched you play football for four years now and we both agree that this has been your best year ever. We have been so proud to watch you learn the game, learn the plays and develop a love of the game. We've enjoyed sharing your excitement before and after each game.

We also know that the changes in our family-- adding a sister -- have affected you this season and we could not be more proud at how mature you have been in accepting, loving and obviously adoring your new baby sister. We are so proud of the young man we are watching develop before our eyes.

And while we might not say it nearly enough, we are VERY proud of you. We always knew you were a champion and now you, along with each of your teammates, have the title to prove it. This is a year you and our family will most certainly never forget.

We are especially appreciative, as well, to each of your coaches who have exemplified what good sportsmanship and true character are during our entire season. We are pleased that Josh had a chance to play for each of you.

We love you, Josh!
Mama, Daddy and Ellie

9/10 Vikings

We went from the heat of July to the cold of November with all the hard work and determination of one goal. It paid off, we came out the Superbowl Champs! Each player should keep the memories in your heart. I know you will!!!
Thanks also to all of the other coaches, your a great group of guys!!

Coach Darren

Dave #68

Dave,

You had a great season! Good Job!!!

Daddy Loves You!

MISS SAVANNAH

There are only a few words that say all that I need to say but these are the main two, THANK YOU!!! You were such a great help this year. I'm not sure I could have done it without you. I hope that you will come back and help again next year. As always have a lot of fun, but be good.

Love,
Ms. Marley

9-10 CHEERLEADERS

I was so very lucky to have such a great group of young ladies this year. It was a great season. I hope that all of you had fun and learned something along the way. You ladies always gave me your all and it showed. I hope that you all will come back next year so that we can do it again. Thanks to all you parents, you all were wonderful and supportive of the girls. I had a ton of fun, they were so fun to work with. See you next year.

Have fun, but be good,
Love Ms. Marley

MCKENNA

I am so very proud of you. You are such a sweet and beautiful little girl. You have become a GREAT good cheerleader. You always give it you all no matter what you do in sport and school and that makes me so very lucky to have daughter like you. Always keep your head high, that beautiful smile, laughter in your heart and never lose your spunk and I have no doubt that you will go as far as you wish to.

I LOVE YOU
MAMA

HANS

I know that I can get fussy at times about how much time spend on the phone talking about what plays will work or which ones won't or about the practice's/games before, or how you will watch a game film and then turn around and watch it again in slow motion. I know this is dedication, and it shows. You are such a wonderful coach, you love each and every one the boys as if they were you own. You only want them to give their all and they do. This is one of the best traits that any one person can have because when you believe in something will all that you have, like you do, it comes through to the players and parents, and then you have passed this on. Keep up the good work, it shows in the end result, SUPERBOWL CHAMPIONS!!!!

LOVE YOU ALWAYS,
MARLEY

GUNNAR,

WOW, What a season!!!. I just want you to know that I am so proud of you. Even though I don't get to watch the games until afterward, that may be even better 'cause I can put them in slow motion. You have worked hard this year and it has shown, on and off the field. You are growing up so very fast, I'm not sure that I like it but I will get used to it, I guess. You have grown into a athletic, bright, caring and prideful young man right before my eyes. You are such a wonderful person in all that you do, whether it be sports or school. These are traits that will come in handy somewhere down in the road of life, carry them with you always and you will continue to come out on top. Always keep your head high, a smile on you face and laughter in your heart and you will do well and go far. GO VIKINGS!!! or as Torrin says "DO Bikings"!!!

I LOVE YOU
MOM

Bryce and Darren

I am so glad that you were able to work together this year! It didn't turn out so bad....Super Bowl Champions!!!!

Bryce you continue to AMAZE me every time you step foot on the field!! I will cheerish every memory you gave me this year and years to come. You are a great teammate and always thinking of everyone else and not yourself!

Darren you stepped out of your comfort zone this year and worked well with the players and other coaches to make it one amazing coaching staff this year for a sport that you have never coached in. I am sure the team will remember your "motovational " talks, "Matt Foley", for years to come. Thank you for always having a positive attitude for our players.

Love you both,
Carla

To Dave

Dave,

What a first season in football!! You make your family very proud of your efforts. You have the ability to "tackle" new things with a positive attitude and a keen sense of determination.

I will miss telling my football stories on Mondays to my classroom and wearing my purple for the Joelton Vikings. I really haven't meant to embarrass you. It is just I am VERY proud of you!

I know you have learned a tremendous amount this season. You have had a FABULOUS coaching staff! What a wonderful group of coaches to teach boys about the important plays of football and life!

Thank you for being such an awesome son!

Love,
Mom

To Matt

Matt,

I'm not sure you really wanted to play football this year, but you had it in your mind that you were going to succeed in this sport too. And you definitely did surprise us each week. You are an amazing young man and athlete.

" The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in a person's DETERMINATION, " and you have plenty of that.

We would like to thank the coaches, team moms, photographers, and parents for making this a very memorable year.

Pam & Mike Brown

To Caleb

Caleb,

We are so proud of you , you are outgoing and full of life!

You love all sports and activities that challenge you, and you always enjoy what you do. You have helped me understand that "sacking the quarterback" is a good thing. Ha Ha!!

Between you and dad, I'll learn this sport one day.

Keep God first and remember "We Love You"

Dad, Mom, and Kayla

To Levi

Levi,
What can I say ....You seem to go to the top no matter what you do.
You have a heart like I have never seen and a smile that keeps people moving.
You are one of the most focused,hard working athletes of your time and it is always a pleasure to watch you play.
We know great things will always follow you.
We love you with all our heart and are so proud to call you our SON .
Love,
Mom and Dad


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REMINDER: If you want to post a special message to your Viking that will be included in the book, please either do it here or email Carla (carla_collier@chs.net) or Maria (mblatham@charter.net) and we'll post it for you.

Superbowl stats!!!!!!

#10's Dad said...
SUPERBOWL 2008!!!WE BEAT THE DEVILS!!!
1st 6-0
2nd 14-7
3rd 14-13
Final 14-13
Total Offense: 45 Carries for 175 Yards1 pass for 3 yards =178 yards
Bryce Collier- 14 carries for 65 YARDS AND TWO TOUCHDOWNS!!!!!!
Mickey Martin- 14 carries for 51 yards, 1 EXTRA POINT PASS COMPLETION!!!!
Austin Douglas- 2 carries for 30yards and an EXTRA POINT PASS RECEPTION FOR 2 POINTS!!!!!!
Bailey Baker- 9 carries for 19 yards and a 48 YARD MONSTER GAME CHANGING PUNT!
Matt Brown- 2 Carries for 6.
Carson Gudino- 2 Carries for 5 yards.

Defense
AFTER CLOSE REVIEW BY OUR ALMOST INSTANT REPLAY CREW (KEVIN LATHAM) THE GAME SAVING EXTRA POINT STUFF WAS LEAD BY BIG #52 SCOTT NIDIFFER WITH A PUSH BACK FROM THE GOAL LINE ASSIST BY #10 JARRET RAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Austin Douglas- 5 Tackles and 4 assists and a STRIP that caused a fumble!!!
Bailey Baker- 5 Tackles and 2 assists and ONE FUMBLE RECOVERY!!!!
Bryce Collier- 5 tackles and 1 assist and 2 pass deflections!!!!!!!!
Scott Nidiffer- 5 tackles and 1 assist!!!!
Mickey Martin- 4 Tackles 1 assist 1 Fumble Recovery and 1 pass deflection and 1 Interception!!!
Jarret Ray- 3 tackles and 4 assists 1 pass deflection and 1 onside kick recovery!!!!
James Whitby- 3 Tackles 3 assists.
Gunnar Pfeffer- 2 Tackles and 2 assists.
Matt Brown- 2 Tackles and 1 assist. (A Game saving tackle!)
Blake Gober- 2 Tackles and 1 assist.
Sean McAvoy- 2 Tackles and 2 assists.
Caleb Rediker- 2 Tackles and 2 assists.
Joshua Latham- 2 Tackles and 3 assists.
Levi Thomas- 1 Tackle and 1 assist.
Dave Rose- 1 assist.
Kaleb Watkins- 1 assist.
Blake Waller- 1 assist.
Jacob Waffird- 1 assist.

Perfect ending to a perfect season!!!

I would like to say congratulations to a great team and a great coaching staff! I have really enjoyed working with all of the players, coaches and parents this year as your team mom. I have one more job left to do this year, and that is to make sure you have a perfect banquet! I love each and every one of you and I am so proud of how you have played as a team this year.
I would LOVE to see all of you come back and play next year together, so think about that over the next few months! I truly believe that we could win another superbowl next year!!! I hope you have enjoyed your season as much as your coaches and parents have. You have made memories that will last a life time.

Coaches--I have heard from numerous people, in our park and outside our park, on how we have one of the best coaching staff they have ever seen. I agree and applaud you on your heart and efforts this year. Thank you for taking your time to coach and love our boys.

Parents--- It has been a pleasure working with you this year. You have all been so willing to help me in every way that you could. You have some great sons!

I would like to say a special thank you to Kevin and Maria Latham for being our personal media relations this year again. The photos that are taken by Maria are very special memories and I cannot wait to see the book! The videos that Kevin takes every week are not only special memories, but great learning tools for our coaches. We appreciate and love both of you for what you do for our team. And this blog site that you set up is the bomb!!!!

Thank you to Steve Ray for getting our "stats" every game. That will be a great added touch to our books this year. We will enjoy going back and reviewing those for years to come!

Our sponsor Baker's Home Improvement (Jeremy and Tracy Baker) thank you again for being our team sponsor! The extra effort that you went this year for the Limo ride, cannot be topped as a special memory these boys will have for a lifetime! Thank you for making that memory for them!

Players---I will keep up with all of you over the years just as I have my other boys from 6 years ago on their 1st Super bowl win! Some of them are Juniors and Seniors playing football now at various high school teams in the area. I kept up with them, just like I will you 6 years from now!!!

Always play with your heart and keep playing as long as you love the game!

Thank you for letting me serve as your team mom this year. I hope you have had as much fun as I have this year!

Love you all!
Carla Collier

SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS

I am so sorry to have missed the game today and can't wait to see photos from other parents and the video.

Joelton Vikings are the 2008 Super Bowl Champions!

Congratulations!!!! What a perfect end to a sensational year!!

Team captains for this week were: Bailey Baker, Bryce Collier, Josh Latham and Scott Nidiffer. All team members were on the field for the toss.

SUPER BOWL!!!

Photos from the time at the park before leaving can be found here.


GOOD LUCK BOYS!!! Bring home the trophy!!


Photos from Brandon Beck are located here.

Stats from Playoff--Station Camp game

#10's Dad said...
Station Camp Playoffs Round Two!!!
1st 6-0
2nd 14-0
3rd 14-0
Final 27-0
Total Offense:39 Carries for 186 Yards
3 passes for 27 yards =213 yards
Bryce Collier- 15 carries for ONE HUNDRED YARDS, 1 reception FOR 20YARDS, one 6 yard pass completion AND TWO TOUCHDOWNS!!!!!!
Mickey Martin- 10 carries for 41 yards, 1 EXTRA POINT PASS COMPLETIONS AND ONE TOUCHDOWN!!!!
Matt Brown- 2 Carries for 8 yards 1 20 yard pass completion and ONE TOUCHDOWN!!!!!
Bailey Baker- 5 carries for 15 yards and 1 EXTRA POINT PASS RECEPTION FOR 2 POINTS!!!!
Blake Waller- 2 Carries for 9 yards and 1 EXTRA POINT!!!!
Austin Poss- 1 carry for 3 yards.
Austin Douglas- 2 carries for 4yards.
Carson Gudino- 2 Carries for 2 yards.
Gunnar Pfeffer- Fumble Recovery for a 6 yard gain

Defense
James Whitby- 5 Tackles 1 assist and ONE SACK!!!!
Bailey Baker- 5 Tackles and 2 assists and ONE SACK!!!!
Matt Brown- 3 Tackle and 1 assist and a pass deflection.
Scott Nidiffer- 2 tackles and a SACK!!!!
Sean McAvoy- 2 Tackles and 2 assists.
Caleb Rediker- 2 Tackles and one assist.
Joshua Latham- 1 Tackles and 2 assists.
Austin Douglas- 3 Tackles and 1 assist.
Mickey Martin- 2 Tackles and 2 assist!!!
Jarret Ray- 1 tackle and 1 assist.
Levi Thomas- 1 Tackle and 1 assist!!!
Austin Poss- 1 assist.
Bryce Collier- 3 tackles and 1 assist.
David Rose- 1 assist.
Kaleb Watkins- 1 assist.
Gunnar Pfeffer- 2 assists.
Carson Gudino- 1 assist.
Blake Gober- 1 tackle
Blake Waller- 1 assist.
Jacob Waffird- 1 Tackle.

SUPER BOWL BOUND BOYS!!!!!!!

Joelton vs Station Camp

What an awesome game the boys played on Saturday!! If they play like that next week, they will most certainly bring home the Super Bowl title. Prayers for Austin Poss that he has a very speedy and pain-free recovery from his injury on Saturday.

The photos from this week's game are located here.

ALSO: A reminder, last year, after the last game, parents posted comments or a post to their son on the blog. Those were included in the book. If you want to do this and do not know how, email me at mblatham@charter.net and I will help you or give it to Carla or myself or Kevin at the park and I'll include it on the blog for you.

Also, the photos from this year will continue to stay up, so you can have access to them long after the season is over.

GO VIKINGS!! Win the Super Bowl!!

Amazing Game Joelton 27--Station Camp 0

The Vikings are on fire!!!! Great game today, perfect weather and perfect game. OUR line is the greatest in the league!! Too many great plays today to list each one, everyone played as a team!! That is how you win championships.....

Team Captains today: Bailey Baker, Gunnar Pfeffer and Josh Latham.

Our thoughts are with you Austin Poss on your injury today! We are truly going to miss you next week but you will be on the sidelines cheering us on!! We couldn't have made it this far without you......We are going to win it all for you!

Next week SUPERBOWL!!!! Payback time for WHW!!!!!

Be loud, be proud! Go Vikings!

Photos from Springfield - Playoff Round 1

The photos from the Springfield game can be found here.

Good luck to the Vikings today in their match up against Station Camp!!

Stats from 1st round vs. Springfield

#10's Dad said...

Springfield Playoffs round One
Total Offense:
25 Carries for 206 Yards
3 passes for 39 yards =245 yards

Mickey Martin- 8 carries for 67 yards, 1 35 YARD PASS COMPLETION, 1EXTRA POINT CARRY, 2 EXTRA POINT PASS COMPLETIONS AND TWO TOUCHDOWNS!!!!
Bryce Collier- 4 carries for 35 yards,1 reception FOR 35 YARDS, ! RECEPTION FOR 2 EXTRA POINTS AND TOUCHDOWN!!!!
Bailey Baker- 6 carries for 35 yards and 1 EXTRA POINT PASS RECEPTION FOR 2 POINTS AND ONE TOUCHDOWN!!!!
Austin Poss- 1 carry for 45 yards, extra point pass for 2 yards and ONE TOUCHDOWN!!!!
Austin Douglas- 2 carries for 50 yards ONE TOUCHDOWN points!!!
Jarret Ray- 2 Carries for 4 yards.
Blake Waller- 2 Carries for 3 yards.
Carson Gudino- 2 Carries for 4 yards.

Defense

Bailey Baker- 5 Tackles and 3 assists and TWO SACKS!!!!
Caleb Rediker- 3 Tackles and a SACK!!!!
Joshua Latham- 3 Tackles and a SAFTEY 2 POINTS!!!!
Austin Douglas- 4 Tackle and 2 assists.
James Whitby- 3 Tackles 1 assist and a SACK!!!!
Mickey Martin- 5 Tackles and 3 assists!!!
Gunnar Pfeffer- 3 Tackles and 2 assists!!!!!
Jarret Ray- 1 tackle and 1 assist.
Carson Gudino- one onside kick recovery!!!!
Matt Brown- 1 Tackle and 2 assists.
Levi Thomas- 1 Tackles and 1 assist!!!
Austin Poss- 3 Tackles, 1 assist.
Bryce Collier- 2 tackles and 2 assists.
Sean McAvoy- 2 assists.
Scott Nidiffer- 3 tackles 2 assists.
David Rose- 1 assists.
Kaleb Watkins- 1 assists.

Photos from Pleasant View Game

Hi guys!! I'm back with Ms. Ellie from Kyrygzstan and TIRED, but happy.

Here is the link for the photos from Brandon Beck's pictures from the Pleasant View Eagles game.

I will be posting the photos from the first playoff game today!! Great job, Vikings!!!

One down and 2 to go....Joelton 42-- Springfield 7

Great effort today by EVERYONE on the Vikings team. Defeating Springfield 42-7 in the 1st round of playoffs. Now let's focus on whoever we will face next week!!!

Team Captains this week were: Scott Nidiffer, Bryce Collier and Mickey Martin

We will get pictures up as soon as we can... We sure have missed you Mrs. Latham, and we are all excited to see you and Ellie soon!!!! Glad to have you both back in the states with us again!!!

Again, what an awesome group of young men and coaches we have on this 9/10 team! You are a joy to watch play the game of football and we want to see 2 more games of it!!!!!!!!!

Joelton vs. Pleasant View Stats

#10's Dad said...

Pleasantview Eagles
1st quarter 16 to 0
2nd quarter 28 to 8
3rd quarter 35 to 8
Final Score: 35 to 8

Total Offense:
38 Carries for 324 Yards
2 passes for 2 yards =328 yards

Mickey Martin- 8 carries for 80 yards and TWO TOUCHDOWNs!!!!
Bryce Collier- 6 carries for 57 yards,1 reception for two extra points and one TOUCHDOWN!!!!
Bailey Baker- 6 carries for 45 yards and ONE EXTRA POINT and some KILLER BLOCKS!!!!
Austin Poss- 1 carry for 45 yards, extra point pass for 2 yards and ONE TOUCHDOWN!!!!
Matt Brown- 3 Carries for 37 yards, 2 extra point pass completions and ONE TOUCHDOWN!!!!.
Austin Douglas- 2 carries for 5 yards extra point catch for 2 points!!!
Jarret Ray- 5 Carries for 31 yards.
Blake Waller- 2 Carries for 10 yards.
Carson Gudino- 4 Carries for 9 yards.
Jacob Waffird 1 carry for 5 yards.
Scott Nidiffer- 45 SNAPS!!!!

Defense

RJ Harris- 5 tackles and 1 assist!!!!
Mickey Martin- 4 Tackles and 1 assist and ONE INTERCEPTION!!!
Gunnar Pfeffer- 3 Tackles and a FUMBLE RECOVERY!!!!!
Jarret Ray- 3 tackles and 3 assists and 1 sack!!!
James Whitby- 2 Tackles 1 assist and a FUMBLE RECOVERY!!!!
Carson Gudino- 1 Tackle, 1 assist, 1 INTERCEPTION and ONE SACK!!!!
Matt Brown- 1 Tackles and 2 assists.
Levi Thomas- 2 Tackles and 2 assists and ONE SACK!!!
Jacob Waffird- 2 Tackles.
Blake Waller- 2 tackles and 1 Assist.
Bailey Baker- 3 Tackles and 3 assists.
Austin Poss- 2 Tackle, 1 assist.
Austin Douglas- 2 Tackle and 1 assist.
Bryce Collier- 2 tackles and 2 assists.
Sean McAvoy- 2 assists.
Scott Nidiffer- 3 assists.
Caleb Rediker- 2 Tackle and 1 assist.
Joshua Latham- 2 Tackle and 1 assist.
David Rose- 2 assists.
Kaleb Watkins- 2 assists.
Brandon Beck- 2 assists.
Jody Tuberville- 1 assist.

October 18, 2008 7:59 PM

9/10 Division Champions 6-0

Great job to the 9/10 Joelton Vikings and coaches!!! We are seeded 1st in the Division with a 6-0 record and headed to the 1st round of playoffs.

Today we defeated Pleasant View 35-8 and we will play Springfield in the first round on 10/25/08 at Joelton!!!!!!

Team Captains this week were---Sean McAvoy,

Good luck in the playoffs!!!

Go Vikings!

Joelton vs. Cheatham County Stats

#10's Dad said...

Cheatham County Titans
1st quarter 20 to 0
2nd quarter 26 to 0
3rd quarter 26 to 0
Final Score: 26 to 0

Total Offense:
36 Carries for 239 Yards
1 passes for 2 yards =241 yards

MAJOR CREDIT GOES TO "THE BIG O LINE" WHO CAN NEVER GET ENOUGH CREDIT FOR THE YARDS GAINED BY THE BALL CARRIERS, AND TO SCOTT NIDIFFER FOR OVER 40 PERFECT SNAPS IN THIS GAME ALONE!!!!

Jody Tuberville BIG #75 "FIRE PLUG" 1 CARRY FOR TWO YARDS!!!!
Austin Douglas- 2 carries for 28 yards extra point catch for 2 points and one TOUCHDOWN!!!
Bryce Collier- 5 carries for 43 yards,1 reception and two TOUCHDOWNS!!!!
Bailey Baker- 3 carries for 15 yards
Mickey Martin- 5 carries for 62 yards, 1 extra point pass and ONE TOUCHDOWN!!!!
Jarret Ray- 4 Carries for 27 yards.
Carson Gudino- 11 Carries for 43 yards.
Jacob Waffird 1 carry for 4 yards.
Austin Poss- 1 carry for 2 yards.
Matt Brown- 1 Carry for 6 yards.
Blake Waller- 4 Carries for 16 yards.



Defense

Matt Brown- 5 Tackles and 1 assist.
Levi Thomas- 4 Tackles, 1 assist.
Jarret Ray- 3 tackles and 2 assists, 1 pass deflection and 1 Interception!!!
Jacob Waffird- 2 Tackles, 1 assist.
RJ Harris- 2 tackles and 2 assists.
Blake Waller- 1 tackle and 1 Assist.
Bailey Baker- 3 Tackles, 1 assists.
Austin Poss- 1 Tackle, 1 assist.
Mickey Martin- 2 Tackles and 2 assists.
Austin Douglas- 1 Tackle and 1 assist.
Bryce Collier- 2 tackles and Onside Kick Recovery!!!
Sean McAvoy- 1 Tackle and 1 assist.
Scott Nidiffer- 3 assists.
Caleb Rediker- 1 Tackle and 1 assist and a Perfect onside kick!!!!
Joshua Latham- 1 Tackle and 2 assist.
Carson Gudino- 3 Tackles 2 assists.
Gunnar Pfeffer- 2 assists.
David Rose- 2 assists.
Kaleb Watkins- 1 Tackle and 1 assist.
Brandon Beck- 2 assists.
Jody Tuberville- 1 assist.
James Whitby- 2 assists.

October 12, 2008 5:27 PM

Joelton vs Cheatham County

Delay?? Ha!! *smile* Folks, Kevin has done an excellent job of uploading the photos and I've decided I've worked myself out of a job because the photos that the Colliers (I understand both Brock and Carla took photos Saturday) did were incredible. Thank you so much to them for doing this while I'm away.

The photos are located here.

A shamless plug: for those interested in seeing photos of Ellie on Gotcha Day, I will post them on my blog tomorrow night (your time) at www.introvertedextrovert.blogspot.com. I can't wait!!

Congrats to the Vikings today. There was no doubt in my mind you guys would be successful. I was on a plane somewhere between London and Bishkek from noon-two thirty and I continued to think about you all the entire time. My heart was there with you all.

Win again next week, ok, so I can see you all in the playoffs when I return with Ellie!!

Vikings vs. Cheatham County--Homecoming!

What a great game today by all of the Vikings!

Joelton 26--Cheatham County 0

We started the game with a guest of honor as a team captain, Cody Risner (#21). It was an honor to have him at our game today as a team captain and accepting our autographed team ball.

Other team captains this week were Brandon Beck, Jody Tuberville and Dave Rose.

We have some great pictures this week that consist of the game, Cody, and our homecoming court. There will be a delay in posting those since Maria is out of town getting Little Ellie. We will get them put on the blog as soon as possible. So keep checking back.....

Go Vikings!!!!

Vikings vs. WH West Stats

#10's Dad said...

White House West
1st quarter 21 to 0
2nd quarter 27 to 0
3rd quarter 27 to 6
Final Score: 35 to 6

Total Offense:
42 Carries for 240 Yards
2 passes for 4 yards =244 yards

Jacob Waffird 2 carries for 4 yards and one Touchdown!!!!!
Austin Poss- 1 carry for 10 yards, 1 interception 45 yard return for one Touchdown!!!!
Matt Brown- 3 Carries for 8 yards, 1 extra point carry and 1 pass for 2 extra points!!!!
Blake Waller- 4 Carries for 24 yards 1 extra point reception for 2points!!!!
Bryce Collier- 5 carries for 43 yards,1 reception 2 extra points and two Touchdowns!!!!
Bailey Baker- 6 carry for 27 yards and one Touchdown!!!!
Mickey Martin- 11 carries for 61 yards, 1 extra point pass!!!!
Jarret Ray- 3 Carries for 23 yards.
Carson Gudino- 8 Carries for 27 yards.
Gunnar Pfeffer-1 carry for 2 yards

Defense

Levi Thomas- 4 Tackles, 1 assist.
Jacob Waffird- 2 Tackles, 4 assists and 1 SACK!!!!
RJ Harris- 2 tackles and 2 assists.
Blake Waller- 2 tackles.
Bailey Baker- 2 Tackles, 2 assists.
Austin Poss- 1 Tackle, 2 assists, 1pass deflection and 1 interception!!!!
Mickey Martin- 3 Tackles and 1 assist.
Austin Douglas- 3 Tackles.
Jarret Ray- 3 tackles and 2 assists.
Bryce Collier- 2 tackles and 1 assist.
Sean McAvoy- 2 assists.
Scott Nidiffer- 1 Tackle 1 assist.
Caleb Rediker- 1 Tackle and 1 assist and a fumble recovery!!!!
Matt Brown- 2 Tackles ! pass deflection and 1 Interception!!!!
Joshua Latham- 1 Tackle and 1 assist.
Carson Gudino- 5 Tackles 2 assists and 1 INTERCEPTION!!!!
Gunnar Pfeffer- 1 tackle and 2 assists.
David Rose- 2 Tackles and 1 assist.
Kaleb Watkins- 2 Tackles.
Brandon Beck- 2 assists.

Joelton vs. White House West

Saturday was a beautiful day for football and the Joelton Vikings dominated the field during their time in White House versus the White House West Devils, pulling off a 35-6 victory.

Photos from this week's game can be found here.

Team captains for this week's game were Blake Gober, RJ Harris, Jacob Waffird and Levi Thomas.

I will be gone for two weeks and in my absence Brock Collier (Bryce's brother) will be taking photos for our team. I will be with you each Saturday at 12:30 in spirit and will return just in time to watch the Vikings in their first play-off games.

Go Vikings!!

Game Stats - Joelton vs. Ashland City

collected by Steve Ray

Ashland City Cowboys
1st quarter 22 to 0
2nd quarter 30 to 0
3rd quarter 30 to 0
Final Score: 36 to 0

Total Offense:
23 Carries for 226 Yards
3 passes for 6 yards =232 yards

Austin Poss- 2 carries for 52 yards, 1 reception for 2 extra points, 2 Touchdowns!!!!
Matt Brown- 1 Carry for 6 yards, 1Touchdown!!!!
Jarret Ray- 3 Carries for 14 yards, 1 Touchdown!!!!
Austin Douglas- 1 carry for 32 Yards, One reception 2 extra points, 1 Touchdown!!!
Carson Gudino- 8 Carries for 27 yards.
Blake Waller- 3 Carries for 10 yards.
Bryce Collier- 1 carry for 40 yards,1 reception 2 extra points.
Mickey Martin- 1 carry for 15 yards, 3 extra point passes!!!!
Bailey Baker- 1 carry for 32 yards!!!!

Defense

Levi Thomas- 5 Tackles, 1 assist and one fumble recovery!!!!
Jacob Waffird- 5 Tackles!!!!
RJ Harris- 4 assists 1 pass deflection.
Blake Waller- 4 tackles and 1 assist.
Bailey Baker- 1 Tackles, 2 assists.
Austin Poss- 2 Tackles.
Mickey Martin- 2 Tackles.
Austin Douglas- 2 assists.
Jarret Ray- 4 assists 1 pass deflection.
Bryce Collier- 3 assists.
Sean McAvoy- 1 Tackle 1 assist.
Scott Nidiffer- 1 Tackle 1 assist.
James Whitby- 2 assists.
Caleb Rediker- 2 Tackles and another perfect onside kick.
Matt Brown- 1 Tackle 1 assist and 1 onside kick recovery.
Joshua Latham- 1 Tackles, 1 assist.
Carson Gudino- 1 assist.
Gunnar Pfeffer- 2 assists.

Joelton vs. Ashland City Cowboys

Great game today Vikings. It was out of the shoot with a touchdown and it seemed like every time someone got their hands on the ball, another touchdown was scored. You guys all did well today.

Photos from today's game are located here. Again, there are quite a few to sort through, but I was glad to be able to get so many of all the players today so I took more!

Team captains for this week were: Blake Gober, Jarrett Ray and Austin Poss.

Final score for today's game was Vikings-36, Cowboys-0. The game was called with 3 minutes, 18 seconds still left in the game.

After the game, all the players signed a game ball for Blake Gober who was unable to play due to injuries to his jaw requiring it to be wired shut for a while. We hope that he is feeling better and back to normal really soon!

Go Vikings!!

Game Stats - Joelton vs. South Cheatham

Collected by Steve Ray

South Cheatham Indians
1st 7 to 7
2nd 15 to 14
3rd 23 to 14
Final 23 to 20

Total Offense:
35 Carries For 219 Yards
3 passes for 6 yards =225 yards

Bryce Collier- 14 carries for 114 yards, 2 Touchdowns!!!!
Mickey Martin- 9 carries for 51 yards, 1 Touchdown!!!!
Matt Brown- 1 Carry for 2 yards, 2 pass completions for 4 yards 1 extra point!!
Bailey Baker- 7 carries for 36 yards!!!!
Austin Poss- 3 carries for 9 yards, 1 reception for 2 extra points!!!
Austin Douglas- 1 carry for 1 Yard, One reception 2 extra points.

Defense

Bailey Baker- 7 Tackles, 2 assists 1 sack!!
Austin Poss- 4 Tackle 1 assist
Mickey Martin- 5 Tackles 1 assist.
Austin Douglas- 1 Tackles, 1 assist.
Jarret Ray- 2 assists.
Bryce Collier- 4 Tackles 2 assists.
Sean McAvoy- 2 assists.
Scott Nidiffer- 2 assists.
James Whitby- 1Tackles, 2 assists.
Caleb Rediker- 2 Tackles, 2 assists.
Matt Brown- 2 Tackles.
Joshua Latham- 4 Tackles, 4 assists and 2 Sacks!!!.
Levi Thomas- 1 Tackles, 1 assist.
Carson Gudino- 1 assist.
Blake Gober- 2 assists.
Gunnar Pfeffer- 2 assists.

Vikings v South Cheatham

What a nail-biting game on Saturday against the South Cheatham Indians!! It was back and forth the entire game. The Viking team and coaches proved, however, that no matter how unfair things seem to be, playing fair is the right thing to do and makes the victory even sweeter.

Team Captains this week were : Kaleb Watkins, Caleb Rediker and Carson Gudino

Final score for the game was 23-20.

Photos for the game (warning, there are a lot) are here.

My favorite photo of the day is below. Ask Coaches Mike and Hans what this was all about!

Game Stats - Joelton vs. Portland

Collected by Steve Ray


Total Offense
Total Offense: 29 Carries For 238Yards - 3 passes for 42 yards =280 yards

Blake Gober- 3 carries for 43 yards and one Touchdown!!!!!
Matt Brown- 2 Carries for 7 yards, 3 pass completions for 42 yards!!
Bailey Baker- 5 carries for 53 yards and Two Touchdowns!!!!
Bryce Collier- 4 carries for 47 yards, 1 reception for 35 yards. 2 Touchdowns!!!!
Austin Poss- 3 carries for 22 yards.
Austin Douglas- 3 carries for 28 Yards, One reception 4 yards.
Blake Waller- 3 carries for 5 yards.
Jarret Ray- 1 carry for 5 yards.
Carson Gudino- 5 carries for 21 yards 1 extra point!!
James Whitby- 1 carry for 10 yards!!
Gunnar Pfeffer- 1 reception for 3 yards, 2 extra points!!

Defense

Bailey Baker- 5 Tackles, 1 sack!!
Austin Poss- 1 Tackle 1 assist and one Interception!!
Austin Douglas- 2 Tackles, 2 assists, one onside kick recovery!!
Jarret Ray- 2 tackles, 4 assists, 1pass deflection.
RJ Harris- 1 assist.
Bryce Collier- 2 Tackles 1 assist, one pass deflection, one onside kick recovery!!
McGuire Elliott- 2 assists.
Sean McAvoy- 1 Tackle, 2 assist.
Scott Nidiffer- 2 Tackle, 2 assist, one Sack!!!
James Whitby- 3 Tackles, 2 assist, one Sack!!!!
Caleb Rediker- 2 Tackles, 2 assists, 2 perfect onside kicks!!!
Matt Brown- 2 assists.
Joshua Latham- 2 Tackles, 3 assists.
David Rose- 2 assists.
Levi Thomas- 4 Tackles, 2 assists.
Kaleb Watkins- 1 tackle and 2 assists.
Carson Gudino- 4 Tackles 2 assists.
Blake Gober- 3 Tackles 6 assists.
Gunnar Pfeffer- 1 tackle and 1 assist.
Brandon Beck- 1 assist.
Blake Waller- 2tackles and 4 assists.

Joelton vs. Portland

Great game today, Vikings!

Team captains for today were Matt Brown, Josh Latham and Blake Waller.

And let me just say that Blake Gober was on fire today! He got his first touchdown and there is a photo of him riding on a Portland player's back while bringing him down.

Final score for today's game was 33-12.

We surely missed Coach Mike who was still on vacation, but Coach Hans did a great job as "Interim Head Coach" and all the other coaches and assistants did a wonderful job as well!!

Way to GO!!!

Photos from today's game can be found here. Remember, I was using a temporary camera again this week so the quality isn't as good as I'd like. However, there are some great photos of the cheerleaders!! I will have my regular camera repaired and back in service next week (finger's crossed!!).

Website for MTYFL

Someone asked at the park tonight if there was a way to see the scores/standings of the other teams in our league. There is a website for the Middle Tennessee Youth Football League. You can click HERE or there is a link over on the right side of the page. It will tell you the scores of each game for the teams each week.

You can also get directions to the fields from this website as well.

Game Stats - Joelton vs. White House

Provided by Steve and Brandon Ray

Total Offense:
30 Carries For 99 Yards - 1 pass for 3 yards =102 total yards

Mickey Martin- 7 carries for 23 yards -- 1 pass completion for 3 yards.
Bailey Baker- 7 carries for 27 yards.
Bryce Collier- 11 carries for 32 yards, 1 Touchdown!!!!
Austin Poss- 3 carry for 11 yards.
Austin Douglas- 1 carry for 7 Yards. 1 reception for 3 yards 2 extra points!!!!

Defense

Joshua Latham- 8 Tackle, 2 assist. 1 tackle was a solo touchdown saving tackle on the one foot line!!!!!
Bryce Collier- 8 Tackles.
Bailey Baker- 7 Tackles, 3 assists.
Mickey Martin- 5 Tackles, 1 assist.
Gunnar Pfeffer - 3 Tackle, 2 assist
Caleb Rediker- 2 Tackles, 3 assist.
Sean McAvoy- 1 Tackle, 3 assist.
Jarret Ray- 1 Tackles, 2 assists.
Scott Nidiffer- 3 assists.
James Whitby- 1 Tackle, 1 assist.
Matt Brown- 1 Tackle
David Rose- 1 Tackle, 1 assist.
Blake Gober- 1 Tackle.
Austin Douglas- 1 Assist.
McGuire Elliott- 1 Assist.

Vikings vs. White House East

Yesterday was a tough loss on the field, but we will be able to take a lot of things to the practices this week and learn from them. Those few mistakes and lessons will make us a better team throughout the rest of the season! We have to focus and grow from this loss! I would much rather take this loss from a hard played game now, than get it later in the season with a division game or playoff game. You boys still played hard yesterday, we just need to get meaner and learn from that. Josh Latham, you had the game of your life yesterday! Great Job! Our whole defensive line was awesome on stopping WHE two times on the goal line!! Keep up the good work next week and weeks to come! Everyone did a good job, we will just do better next week!!!

Carla Collier

Joelton vs. White House

Sadly, today, Joelton lost to White House East with a score of 16-8. It was not because of lack of effort, however, as Joelton led a good part of the game.

Team captains for this week were Bailey Baker, James Whitby and Gunnar Pfeffer.

The photos I was able to take can be found here. Unfortunately, a few plays into the game my camera had a problem. I have since diagnosed it as some internal problem with the focusing mechanism and will send it off Monday to have it fixed (again!). Fortunately, I was able to borrow Carla Collier's camera to take photos. You can view those photos here.

Also, Brandon Beck took photos of today's game and they can be found here.

I think Ms. Poss took photos as well and I will try to get them and post them here for you to view as well.

Game Stats - Joelton vs. Greenbrier

Game Satistics
Provided by Steve and Brandon Ray

Offense
Total Offense: 28 Carries For 166 Yards -- 2 passes for 28 yards =194 yards

Mickey Martin- 6 carries for 73 yards -- 2 for 2 pass completion for 28 yards. 1 touchdown!!!Bailey Baker- 6 carries for 39 yards.
Bryce Collier- 6 carries for 29 yards, 2 receptions for 28 yards. 2 Touchdowns!!!!
Austin Poss- 1 carry for 16 yards.
Austin Douglas- 1 carry for 7 Yards.
Blake Waller- 1 Extra point carry. 1 point!!
Jarret Ray- 1 Extra point carry.1 point!!
Carson Gudino- 2 carries for 2 yards.

Defense
Bailey Baker- 5 Tackles, 2 assists.
Austin Douglas- 4 Tackles
Mickey Martin- 2 Tackles, 1 assist.
Jarret Ray- 2 tackles, 2 assists.
RJ Harris- 2 Tackle, 1 assist.
Bryce Collier- 2 Tackles
McGuire Elliott- 2 tackles
Sean McAvoy- 1 Tackle, 2 assist.
Scott Nidiffer- 1 Tackle, 1 assist.
James Whitby- 1 Tackle, 1 assist.
Caleb Rediker- 1 Tackle, 1 assist.
Matt Brown- 1 Tackle,1 assist and 1 Interception!!!!
Joshua Latham- 1 Tackle, 1 assist.
David Rose- 1 Tackle, 1 assist.
Levi Thomas- 1 Tackle, 1 assist.
Kaleb Watkins- 1 Tackle
Carson Gudino- 1 Tackle.
Jacob Waffird- 1 assist.
Blake Gober- 1 assist.

By all the names listed above you can see that it was a team effort from these young men that sent Greenbrier home with their Bobtails kicked in 90 degree weather. In the 10 years I have been involved in this football league I have seen Greenbrier Teams beaten but never this badly!!!

Words from Coach Mike

What about those Vikings? Thanks to all the parents for your support. It is an honor to coach these kids. They are a talented bunch that give us 100 PER CENT. We have a long way to go, but are off to a good start. White House next week -- tough game. Do not forget Panama City. Maggie will have info this week.

Thanks!

Coach Mike

Great Hot game today!!! Everyone played their hearts out and shut down the Bobcats! I LOVE IT!!!!!!! There were way too many great plays today to start naming...but we looked good on defense, offense , the line, punting, etc.....just everything! Let's keep up the good teamwork and sportsmanship and go get those White House Blue Devils next...... maybe it will start cooling off here soon. Go Vikings!

Joelton vs. Greenbrier Photos

The photos from today's MOST AWESOME game are located here (click the word here to be taken to the page).

What an awesome first game this team had against Greenbrier. Team captains for this game were: Mickey Martin, Bryce Collier and Scott Nidiffer. Final score was 20-0. Stats will be provided soon.

Apologies for not having more photos of our wonderful cheerleaders. I will make sure to get lots of them next week!

Stats from Jamboree

Game Statistics From Jamboree were:

Offense Rushing Yards
Mickey Martin- Four Carries for 26 total yards
Bailey Baker- Four Carries for 30 total yards
Bryce Collier- Four Carries for 18 total yards
Austin Poss- One carry for 2 yards

Defense:
Bailey Baker- 4 tackles
Two Tackles Each:
Bryce Collier
Mickey Martin
Austin Poss
Matt Brown
One Tackle Each
Jarret Ray
Austin Douglas
Caleb Rediker
Josh Latham
Sean McAvoy
McGuire Elliot
Carson Gudino
Scott Nidiffer
Levi Thomas

Our defense stood strong once again while our coaches were careful not to reveal their regular season offensive game plan to all the other teams that were there filming us.

Team Captains:
Gunnar Pfeffer
Kaleb Watkins
Jarret Ray
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Thanks to Jarret's dad, Steve Ray and his older son Brandon for collecting the statistics from the jamboree. We know what a hard job this will be each week to collect the data on every play. Thank you for agreeing to step up and do this game recap for the team!

Photos from Jamboree

Joelton Vikings v. Springfield Jackets. Final Score 0-0

Photos from this event are located here.

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UPDATE:

The photo link was not working originally, but it has been fixed and should work now. If you have problems, contact Maria at mblatham@charter.net

Photos from Joelton Vikings at MBA

Thanks to guest photographer today, Brock Collier, who took the photos of the second game in today's games!

Photos from Joelton vs. West Nashville and Joelton vs. Flatrock can be found here (click the word here).

Great job Vikings who won the first game 24-0 and the second game 6-0.

Saturday's Scrimmages

What a great start to the 2008 Vikings season to have two wins on Saturday. As Coach Mike says however, "Don't go buying your Superbowl Rings just yet." The boys played very hard, and it was nice that both first and second string players got to see a lot of action on the field. Newcomers to the team this year showed us what talent they had to offer and we saw great effort put forth from them!! The boys who've been playing Vikings football for a while continued to do show their dependability and performed well on the field.

It was a HOT day, probably hitting the high 90s and the coaches were well-prepared with coolers of Gatoraid and rags soaked in ice water to keep the boys hydrated and cool.

Great job Vikings. Keep up the good work!

Photos from Joelton at Donelson - 08/02/08

Each week I (Maria Latham - Josh's mom) will post photos of your children for you to view on this site. There will be a link to a website that contains that week's photos. You are welcome to view, copy, have printed or save these photos. They are for you to use however you want. There are no fees to you for any of this. You do not have to have copyright permission to use them, but please be sensitive of using photos of other people's children without permission from them.

I try really hard to get them uploaded prior to Monday morning. Usually, they are done Saturday night or Sunday morning. I am trying really hard this year to cut down the number of photos I take, but it literally pains me to delete a photo of your child. I managed to pare this week's offering down from 371 to 242. *smile*.

If you have questions about the photos, feel free to see me or Kevin at the park. If I didn't get many photos of your child this week, next week might be their week. Before the season is over, you will have plenty of photos of your child to view.

These are also the photos we use to make the end of the year memory book that we offer for purchase.

Have a great season!! I look forward to photographing our team again this year!

This weeks photos can be found here (click the word here and you'll go to the site).

This week's favorite photo. These were some hot boys!!

Scrimmage Saturday in Donelson

Vikings get ready for your first opportunity to show your skills on Saturday, August 2.
Coach Mike would like everyone at the field by 9:00 a.m. Game times are 10:00 and 12:30.

The location is the Ben West Atlethic Complex, located at 323 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Nashville, TN 37210

TIPS: Bring a cooler with drinks, maybe some fruit and snacks for between games. It will be hot!

Directions from I-24
Merge onto I-24 E.
Take I-40 E toward KNOXVILLE. 5.8 mi
Take the STEWARTS FERRY PIKE exit, EXIT 219, toward J PERCY PRIEST DAM. 0.4 mi
Turn LEFT onto STEWARTS FERRY PIKE. 1.0 mi (past Mapco and the entrance is on the right)
End at 323 Stewarts Ferry Pike Nashville, TN 37214-3340

Welcome to Joelton Vikings 2008

This blog is set up for the family, friends and fans of the 2008 9/10-year-old Joelton Vikings football team. We encourage you to post your thoughts, feelings, analysis, play-by-play summaries or praise after each game. This blog will be open all season. At the end of the season, we would like to compile this blog along with team photos taken throughout the season into a keepsake book available for purchase by the players and their families. Remember, please be kind in your comments and postings. All post are subject to be removed if they are inappropriate or negative. We are here to support and uplift our team on their way to the SUPER BOWL!!!