Appomattox vs. Giles

[AdvocateOfMany434]

First I want to say, Im sorry about the huge loss. I heard that #35 was a huge part of ur offense. I hope he wasnt a senior. he is in my prayers. We have 1 out of our backfield that is done for the season as well. We know your pain.

Just want to say, I hope its a good game. Wish yall the best and have safe travels.

Question? Yalls Vball team beat us Monday, what happened on Thursday? Who did ya play? Yall have one solid team.

 

[NewSpartan]

Giles volleyball plays today in the regional championship against Marion. Win or lose Giles is in the final 4 for state.

Infortunatly #35 is a senior. Very sad because he just came back from a bad hand injury and was almost as full strength.

 

[spartan winger]

Brandon is a junior not a senior. He is a huge loss! Starting line backer, and fullback. We know we need every weapon to play with appo.

 

[Ryan4VT]

I was really excited to follow this game, but losing Chapman is a devastating injury for Giles. Hate it for the kid.

 

[Stabler1980]

looks like both teams will be without key running backs heading into the game , I know appo has plenty of backups to fill in what about Giles how will this effect them ? Just wondering ?

 

[60 minute man]

looks like both teams will be without key running backs heading into the game , I know appo has plenty of backups to fill in what about Giles how will this effect them ? Just wondering ?

Meadows is fine at fullback, runs tough. Doesn't have the breakaway speed Chapman does. Pretty thin if another back goes down.

 

[Stabler1980]

That's good thanks for the response! Should be a great game how is Giles passing game ?

 

[Real Sasquatch]

That's good thanks for the response! Should be a great game how is Giles passing game ?

Giles doesn't pass much, they don't usually have to, running the single wing. They will usually pull up and try to pass it when the defense has committed everybody to the run.

 

[Keith_Stone33]

Would love to see Giles pull off the upset (even though my bracket would be busted big time), but I love seeing the underdog win. Hopefully both teams stay healthy and their injured players heal up.

 

[AdvocateOfMany434]

word on vball?

 

[Ryan4VT]

Marion dominated at the net with 13 blocks as the Scarlet Hurricanes defended their regional crown Saturday by sweeping aside Giles with a 25-18, 25-22, 25-20 triumph.

Marion hosts Buffalo Gap on Tuesday night in 2A state volleyball semifinals. Giles @ R.E. Lee-Staunton in other semi.

 

[AdvocateOfMany434]

@spartan2005 you asked about seating. Well.....I would love to tell you we had great seats for u like u do, but we dont. There is enough for 1000 or so. I will get back with you on specifics. Yall have a great visitor side. I have to admit that.

 

[AdvocateOfMany434]

Marion dominated at the net with 13 blocks as the Scarlet Hurricanes defended their regional crown Saturday by sweeping aside Giles with a 25-18, 25-22, 25-20 triumph.

Marion hosts Buffalo Gap on Tuesday night in 2A state volleyball semifinals. Giles @ R.E. Lee-Staunton in other semi.

thanks bro! I was like "no way they dont win states" when they smacked us in mouth on Monday.
@19GHS87 said marion had a great team, he wasnt lying.

Somebody else on here said that Giles and Marion never face each other in football. Why??? Aren't they right down the street? How far apart?

 

[Ryan4VT]

thanks bro! I was like "no way they dont win states" when they smacked us in mouth on Monday.
@19GHS87 said marion had a great team, he wasnt lying.

Somebody else on here said that Giles and Marion never face each other in football. Why??? Aren't they right down the street? How far apart?

78 miles. 1 hour and 16 minute drive.

 

[AdvocateOfMany434]

78 miles. 1 hour and 16 minute drive.

huh? DR is an hour and half from appo and we face them yearly. So Marion and Giles dont face each other yearly? Why?

 

[Ryan4VT]

huh? DR is an hour and half from appo and we face them yearly. So Marion and Giles dont face each other yearly? Why?

The district that Marion plays in is a pretty big one, so I'd assume between their HOGO schedule and then their standing non-district rivalries take it up. They leave the HOGO after this season and move to the SWD, however, so that should open up a game or two for them. But they'll probably still keep a few single A teams on their schedule because of the large gates they bring since they are so close.

 

[Stabler1980]

If Giles has not much of passing game they will be in trouble ! Amherst runs the same of fence and was totally shut down appo is very hard to run on , that's my opinion only ! Look for appo to win by 3- 4 TD s !

 

[AppoCrazy]

I would not be so fast in saying Appo will win, much less predict by 3-4 touchdowns. Giles has one of the best programs in all of 2A as well as other classifications. Rich football heritage in school and community, well coached, kids typically are tough and play hard as well as usually having a huge advantage of having been in their high school system since little league.

Every game for the current 2A West teams are going to be battles (I am not as familiar with the 2A East-no slight). I think it will be a very good game to watch and be a part of. Appomattox came up a little short the last time they met, hopefully there will be a different outcome this time around but that is why the game is played.

I will try and post info regarding parking for Giles folks. ACHS usually provides overflow off-site parking / shuttle from the elementary school which is only 1.5-2 miles away within town. I have not heard any details on activating the overflow deal yet but they typically do for big games. The address for the Elementary school is 176 Kids Pl, Appomattox, VA 24522.The high school is located at 198 Evergreen Ave, Appomattox, VA 24522. (434) 352-7146..

If you are not able to get to the game by 430-5:00 I would recommend parking elsewhere. I am not sure of our visitors side capacity but think it is around 700-1000...maybe more not sure but will find out and post later. I know by SWVA or 3A+ standards it may be smaller than you are used to. A lot of standing room around the outer fence however for all of the " Backseat Coaches" coming lol.

Appomattox has a really nice, new hotel; Appomattox Inn & Suites /447 Old Courthouse Road , Appomattox, VA, 24522, 434-664-2018 (similar to a Hampton Inn & Suites) if anyone want's to stay the night/weekend.

ONCE AGAIN ..They HAVE NOT said they will be parking at the AES as of yet but I will update as the info comes out.

 

[60 minute man]

That's good thanks for the response! Should be a great game how is Giles passing game ?

Giles doesn't put the ball in the air much. I'll give you an example, a few weeks back when Giles played Radford, and Radford jumped out to a quick, early 21-0 lead. Giles not only came back to win the game, but did it without attempting a single pass. How many teams this day and age get behind 3 TD'S and come back without throwing a single pass.

 

[AdvocateOfMany434]

Giles doesn't put the ball in the air much. I'll give you an example, a few weeks back when Giles played Radford, and Radford jumped out to a quick, early 21-0 lead. Giles not only came back to win the game, but did it without attempting a single pass. How many teams this day and age get behind 3 TD'S and come back without throwing a single pass.

They was banking on the D to tighten up and this allowed the O to slowly gain control of game I guess. I dont think it would have turned out like that if it was 21-0 in 3rd. They would've went to air.

 

[AdvocateOfMany434]

If Giles has not much of passing game they will be in trouble ! Amherst runs the same of fence and was totally shut down appo is very hard to run on , that's my opinion only ! Look for appo to win by 3- 4 TD s !

Appo not sleeping on Giles that is for sure. Giles is very well coached and I respect everything about them except that dang HORN! It is amazing they are one of the smallest schools in 2A and they always compete well in post season. Im not a fan of 'wing' type teams but Giles does it right! I said on another post that out of all the teams I have witnessed, Giles and Riverheads does it the best in state. Thats why I do enjoy watching them do it.
The advantage of Single wing is this, even though they are down a great RB, he is replaceable on O (maybe not D). You could put a club foot 5.5/40 yard guy and if he can read his blocks, he will rush for 100 yards if D is not picking up on assignments. This is an advantage to wing style teams.

 

[Clarkefan]

Well, I will say that the 2a West team we played last year (Appomattox) was hands over fist better than us. Nobody in the 2a east was that good. Nobody.

If Clarke is so fortunate to make it that far again, I hope that we can put up a better showing. We have been a one dimensional running team for a long time. That doesn't win championships imho.

 

[singlewinger92]

If Giles has not much of passing game they will be in trouble ! Amherst runs the same of fence and was totally shut down appo is very hard to run on , that's my opinion only ! Look for appo to win by 3- 4 TD s !

I would not say Amherst was shut down on offense. They moved the ball and fumbled in the red zone once or twice. Amherst offense is not like Giles either. That being said Appomattox was the much better team from what I could tell on film. Probably most impressive I have seen in a long long time. Great size, great speed. I was not kidding when I said I think they could win 3A and maybe 4A. I just think they are that good

 

[Hampton Roads 6]

Appomattox is best team I have seen this season. Only way I see Giles pulling the upset is if Appomattox turns ball over several times. Speed will be deciding factor without turnovers.

 

[GilesRules06]

Giles will be a big underdog vs Appo. I'm not a professional oddsmaker, but I would expect Appo to be a 12 to 17 point favorite. The Spartan defense is better than you might think. Two 4th quarter Marion scores were on second team/JV players. Offensively, they are hitting their stride. Losing Chapman will hurt on both sides of the ball, but all teams have someone hurting this late in the season. Also, Giles younger players have stepped up. The Spartans are pretty good on their return teams and have an excellent place kicker. Not so much with punting though. Several times they have been burned defensively on long plays. Overall team speed might be better than what might be expected.

Giles will need to play an excellent game, hopeful of not turning the ball over or giving up quick scores. As the underdog they will be going into the game, they will not expect to lose. Nor will its fans. Their opponent surely will feel the same. Anyone who has yet to see how well Giles travels, I hope Giles can live up to that reputation.

All the 2A games look to be very competetive. I'm not sure Giles can win, but if they can hang around it will get interesting. No offense to Martinsville and Graham, which have had some lean years lately, but for the West games the tradition is there for everyone.

 

[AppoCrazy]

Direct from Appomattox Co. High School :
ACHS will also be offering satellite parking and a free shuttle bus to and from the game on Friday. The site of the satellite parking has not been finalized yet. Once I get that information I will pass it along. The shuttle will start bringing people to the game around 5:30 p.m. and will continue to shuttle people to the game until approximately 7:30 p.m. (possibly longer if needed). The shuttle will begin to bring people back to the satellite parking about mid-way through the 4th quarter of the game and will continue until approximately one-half hour after the game is completed(possibly longer if needed).

 

[AdvocateOfMany434]

Direct from Appomattox Co. High School :
ACHS will also be offering satellite parking and a free shuttle bus to and from the game on Friday. The site of the satellite parking has not been finalized yet. Once I get that information I will pass it along. The shuttle will start bringing people to the game around 5:30 p.m. and will continue to shuttle people to the game until approximately 7:30 p.m. (possibly longer if needed). The shuttle will begin to bring people back to the satellite parking about mid-way through the 4th quarter of the game and will continue until approximately one-half hour after the game is completed(possibly longer if needed).

They are trying to get the Thomasville parking lot. Should have an answer by tomorrow. We used it last year towards end of season and playoffs.

 

[AdvocateOfMany434]

I would not say Amherst was shut down on offense. They moved the ball and fumbled in the red zone once or twice. Amherst offense is not like Giles either. That being said Appomattox was the much better team from what I could tell on film. Probably most impressive I have seen in a long long time. Great size, great speed. I was not kidding when I said I think they could win 3A and maybe 4A. I just think they are that good

You beat me to it singlewinger, I was going to say they might have a few plays designed as if they are a single wing team like Giles, but Amhest has a kinda "funky" wing style of play. They use various offensive formations and trickery. Amherst is closer to Clarke County formations rather than Giles. Amherst uses Wing T, Dead T, Single Wing. Kinda hard to figure out some of the formations they use.

 

[nctarheel]

Amherst has 6 plays. I'm sure Giles has more than that. Amherst was very predictable Giles will not be.

 

[obguthr]

You beat me to it singlewinger, I was going to say they might have a few plays designed as if they are a single wing team like Giles, but Amhest has a kinda "funky" wing style of play. They use various offensive formations and trickery. Amherst is closer to Clarke County formations rather than Giles. Amherst uses Wing T, Dead T, Single Wing. Kinda hard to figure out some of the formations they use.

I recall seeing Clarke use multiple formations and thinking that must be hard to coach. I prefer the keep it simple stupid approach.

 

[BigWinners]

Appo has the advantage of seeing teams that run a somewhat similar system, but nobody runs it like Giles in 2A West IMO. When I was in HS and we practiced for playoff games against Giles, the scout team offense didn't use a ball. It was about reading yournkeys and maintaining integrity so Appo will be familiar with that approach but Giles has a ton of wrinkles and will show things Appo hasn't seen.

Appo is likely a 18 point fav or so, but I wouldn't be shocked if Giles hung around and made it a game.

 

[Miami89er]

Well Appomattox beat a single wing team last year in the state championship....did well with it....Giles is definitely the underdog . ..with Chapman odds woulda been 35/65 ....losing him hurts....but you never know...nothing to lose...play hard....been a while since Giles was the true underdog

 

[wikki]

Amherst has 6 plays. I'm sure Giles has more than that. Amherst was very predictable Giles will not be.

Even though I mostly don't like your post I will have to agree with you on this post. Even our fans were saying that our plays were predictable, not good

 

[dogwoodguy]

Is chapman definitely out ?? Heard it might not be as bad as first thought.

 

[nctarheel]

Amherst has the talent, No Question. Their game on both sides of the ball is easy for a good D-Cordinator and O-Cordinator to prepare for which Appo has been blessed to have both.

 

[BigWinners]

Well Appomattox beat a single wing team last year in the state championship....did well with it....Giles is definitely the underdog . ..with Chapman odds woulda been 35/65 ....losing him hurts....but you never know...nothing to lose...play hard....been a while since Giles was the true underdog

True, but the Giles single wing may be the most well coached and well executed in 2A. Nothing against Clarke or anyone else, its jus Giles does a fantastic job with their attack. If you try and follow the ball, they'll kill you.

 

[Hampton Roads 6]

I hate Wing Offenses, but I always enjoy watching Giles. I don't know why.

 

[VolNation85_rivals]

Well, I will say that the 2a West team we played last year (Appomattox) was hands over fist better than us. Nobody in the 2a east was that good. Nobody.

If Clarke is so fortunate to make it that far again, I hope that we can put up a better showing. We have been a one dimensional running team for a long time. That doesn't win championships imho.

Crazy thing is, this year's Appomattox team is better than last year's team. Their offense has caught up with their defense and their kicking game. I really think it will be very difficult to find a better team in the 2A ranks. IMO, they will have to beat themselves with penalties and turnovers in order to lose, which is very uncharacteristic of them.

 

[singlewinger92]

Even though I mostly don't like your post I will have to agree with you on this post. Even our fans were saying that our plays were predictable, not good

when u run six play to perfection why do u need anymore. U guys score in the 50's every game.

 

[topfan]

Amherst was running Single Wing because of injuries to QB. What they ran was kind of a slow motion attack that had very little mis-direction and was basically a power game. Amherst was supposed to have as good, if not better athleticism than Appomattox. Appomattox made them look slow when they played.

Giles runs a quick hitting, precise attack that can have you losing where the ball is real quick. I think the Appomattox team athleticism will probably overcome Giles precision.