CenterBHSFan
Posts: 6,115
Nov 10, 2009 8:49pm
As a long time fan, I'm wondering how long it will take for the football program to find its legs again.
I know, lots of politics, parents and drama going on. But, I think the turnaround will happen in a year or two, if they keep one coach that long.
No, I know there's alot of people who don't like Bellaire's fans. But, I don't think too many of those folks will be on this site. So let's be cool about it, umkay?
I know, lots of politics, parents and drama going on. But, I think the turnaround will happen in a year or two, if they keep one coach that long.
No, I know there's alot of people who don't like Bellaire's fans. But, I don't think too many of those folks will be on this site. So let's be cool about it, umkay?
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captvern
Posts: 833
Nov 10, 2009 8:53pm
I too hope Bellaire gets things together. What is going on with their coaching situation
wags6817
Posts: 218
Nov 10, 2009 8:59pm
Did Coach Bonnar come back and take over yet (sorry if I spelled his name wrong)?
CenterBHSFan
Posts: 6,115
Nov 10, 2009 11:25pm
That last thing I know for sure, aside from rumors, is that Coach Bonar won his coaching job back in the whole arbitration thing.
The newspaper stated that Coach Davis would not be head coach next year.
That's all I know.
Seriously, I don't really care if it is one or the other or a new face. Just somebody to stay and implement their own system. One where parents don't have their noses in it and the players know who is boss/coach, and if they want to wear a helmet, they have to exhibit discipline.
At that point, Bellaire will turn the corner.
If that happens, people will just have to stand back and let the coach do his thing.
The newspaper stated that Coach Davis would not be head coach next year.
That's all I know.
Seriously, I don't really care if it is one or the other or a new face. Just somebody to stay and implement their own system. One where parents don't have their noses in it and the players know who is boss/coach, and if they want to wear a helmet, they have to exhibit discipline.
At that point, Bellaire will turn the corner.
If that happens, people will just have to stand back and let the coach do his thing.
wags6817
Posts: 218
Nov 10, 2009 11:26pm
Very nice post and agree 100%.
Skin_Man
Posts: 92
Nov 11, 2009 9:10am
I hope everything works out for the kids at Bellaire. They play hard and deserve to be given a chance to win some games.
CenterBHSFan
Posts: 6,115
Nov 11, 2009 11:12am
Glad to see that fans from other schools are supportive of Bellaire!
I think it will be about 2 years or so and then they'll turn the corner. Fundementals and discipline start at the younger ages, let's hope folks have learned their lesson!
I think it will be about 2 years or so and then they'll turn the corner. Fundementals and discipline start at the younger ages, let's hope folks have learned their lesson!
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icskins
Posts: 174
Nov 11, 2009 1:07pm
I would like to see Bellaire return to a strong team as well. I think most of us want a strong Buckeye 8. It only helps the other teams come playoff time. Their is not a team there that I genuinely do not like or would root against out of spite. I do have to admit at being on the visitor side in Ferry last week though. But I made the trip with a group of Woodridge friends. So you have to let that slide. lol
CenterBHSFan
Posts: 6,115
Nov 11, 2009 2:02pm
icskins,
Don't you think that the visitor side of MF stands is better? I've sat on home/visitor sides and I just think that the view is excellent. Maybe because of the elevation.
Don't you think that the visitor side of MF stands is better? I've sat on home/visitor sides and I just think that the view is excellent. Maybe because of the elevation.
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icskins
Posts: 174
Nov 11, 2009 3:46pm
I couldn't tell you. I have never sat on the home side there. I do know that the view/seats we had were excellent. It is a very nice stadium. Even has plenty of walking room in front of the seats so it isn't all jammed up. I do have to say the parking left a little to be desired, but that is typical with alot of schools. If they were somehow to get better parking then I would truly view that stadium as one the best around.
newarkcatholicfan
Posts: 3,199
Nov 11, 2009 4:05pm
I have been on both sides and not counting the lovely lady I set with I like the visitors side better.
I too hope that Bellaire can turn things around.
It makes for a better trip for me when they are good.
I too hope that Bellaire can turn things around.
It makes for a better trip for me when they are good.
CenterBHSFan
Posts: 6,115
Nov 12, 2009 8:39am
I bet I know who you're talking about!!newarkcatholicfan wrote: I have been on both sides and not counting the lovely lady I set with I like the visitors side better.
I too hope that Bellaire can turn things around.
It makes for a better trip for me when they are good.
newarkcatholicfan
Posts: 3,199
Nov 14, 2009 2:58pm
LOL.CenterBHSFan wrote:I bet I know who you're talking about!!newarkcatholicfan wrote: I have been on both sides and not counting the lovely lady I set with I like the visitors side better.
I too hope that Bellaire can turn things around.
It makes for a better trip for me when they are good.
I know you do.
I wonder if she is still around?
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Jamesdster
Posts: 15
Nov 14, 2009 3:17pm
As a Bellaire alum, I hope they can makme it back but am worried that the dwindling population may be difficult to overcome.
newarkcatholicfan
Posts: 3,199
Nov 14, 2009 3:23pm
Is Bellaire open week one next season?
I thought I read where Sheridan as a different game to kick the season off next year.
Be nice to see Bellaire and Newark Catholic hook up for a two game series.
I know Newark Catholic will not be playing Amanda next season. A coaching friend of mine said Amanda conacted him about a game next season because they would not be playing N.C.
I thought I read where Sheridan as a different game to kick the season off next year.
Be nice to see Bellaire and Newark Catholic hook up for a two game series.
I know Newark Catholic will not be playing Amanda next season. A coaching friend of mine said Amanda conacted him about a game next season because they would not be playing N.C.
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JeremySharky
Posts: 1
Nov 14, 2009 3:50pm
Bellaire is playing Wheeling Central week one next yearnewarkcatholicfan wrote: Is Bellaire open week one next season?
I thought I read where Sheridan as a different game to kick the season off next year.
Be nice to see Bellaire and Newark Catholic hook up for a two game series.
I know Newark Catholic will not be playing Amanda next season. A coaching friend of mine said Amanda conacted him about a game next season because they would not be playing N.C.
newarkcatholicfan
Posts: 3,199
Nov 14, 2009 3:52pm
Thanks for that info.
CenterBHSFan
Posts: 6,115
Nov 14, 2009 7:21pm
Jamesdster,
I know that Bellaire has been so close to D5 the past few years. It wouldn't suprise me in the least to see that happen in 2 years. :-/
I don't think alot of people, who aren't from the area, understand what it's like to literally lose 1/2 of your town.
Bellaire will get back to it's former standings. It's just going to take time and alot of insensitivity.
I know that Bellaire has been so close to D5 the past few years. It wouldn't suprise me in the least to see that happen in 2 years. :-/
I don't think alot of people, who aren't from the area, understand what it's like to literally lose 1/2 of your town.
Bellaire will get back to it's former standings. It's just going to take time and alot of insensitivity.
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Mantis
Posts: 5
Nov 19, 2009 12:39am
Next few years are going to be hard for Bellaire, Bellaire kids will likely transfer too Ferry or Shadyside over the next few years. Rumor has it Rich Materkoski maybe the new Ferry offensive coordinator. Could mean spread offense for Ferry and mean more kids from Bellaire think about coming to Ferry.
Little Danny
Posts: 4,288
Nov 19, 2009 2:10am
There are a number of schools in the Valley that in all honesty should consolidate due to declining enrollment (which will only continue to spiral downwards). The two at the top of the list should be Bellaire/Shadyside and Bridgeport/Ferry.Jamesdster wrote: As a Bellaire alum, I hope they can makme it back but am worried that the dwindling population may be difficult to overcome.
This makes so much sense for reasons way beyond athletics.
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Jamesdster
Posts: 15
Nov 19, 2009 10:20am
A Bellaire and Shadyside consolidation? What would they call it? Bellaireside? Shadybell (after the old motel)? Shadyaire?Little Danny wrote:There are a number of schools in the Valley that in all honesty should consolidate due to declining enrollment (which will only continue to spiral downwards). The two at the top of the list should be Bellaire/Shadyside and Bridgeport/Ferry.Jamesdster wrote: As a Bellaire alum, I hope they can makme it back but am worried that the dwindling population may be difficult to overcome.
This makes so much sense for reasons way beyond athletics.
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tank2nasty
Posts: 424
Nov 19, 2009 10:24am
maybe Bellyside!Jamesdster wrote:A Bellaire and Shadyside consolidation? What would they call it? Bellaireside? Shadybell (after the old motel)? Shadyaire?Little Danny wrote:There are a number of schools in the Valley that in all honesty should consolidate due to declining enrollment (which will only continue to spiral downwards). The two at the top of the list should be Bellaire/Shadyside and Bridgeport/Ferry.Jamesdster wrote: As a Bellaire alum, I hope they can makme it back but am worried that the dwindling population may be difficult to overcome.
This makes so much sense for reasons way beyond athletics.
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Mantis
Posts: 5
Nov 20, 2009 2:14pm
Talking about a Ferry-Bridgeport consolidation, you do know Ferry built that new school with that in mind and also has 20 more acres set aside to build on if needed. They did this so Ferry can remain Ferry not some generic local.
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hawk knight
Posts: 8
Nov 25, 2009 12:10pm
Bridgeport also has a new school complex on Rout 40 so why would they want to go to Ferry?
I, too, hope that Bellaire gets back on track to not so long ago power days.......Central and Bellaire....I hope more valley teams would be open to Central.......
I, too, hope that Bellaire gets back on track to not so long ago power days.......Central and Bellaire....I hope more valley teams would be open to Central.......
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visionquest
Posts: 206
Nov 25, 2009 4:12pm
In about 20 years we will have the Belmont County High School located somewhere in St. Clairsville. Watch it, we're on our way there.