Congrats to Deerfield on making it to the Semifinals! Sounds like their Head Coach is a Coach of the Year candidate. The last time I remember Deerfield being in the picture is when Paul Adams (R.I.P.) was running the show.
Deerfield in the Semi's!
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I remember Deerfield and St Laurence having very memorable semi-final games in almost back-to-back years. In 1977, St Laurence was the defending 5A state champs (largest class at that time) but fell to Deerfield 14-0. Deerfield was able to stop the vaunted wishbone/option running attack of the Vikings. In 1979, St Laurence revenged that defeat with a come-from-behind win 17-14. A late pick 6 and game winning FG for St L for the win. The Vikes then went on to lose to East St Louis in the finals by a score of 20-14 (a Viking unforced turnover near mid-field in the final minute!!)
Both semi-finals were played at Gately Stadium (St L hosted but normally played their home games at Reavis at the time). Big crowds at Gately by both teams! 40 years ago wow!!!!
Both semi-finals were played at Gately Stadium (St L hosted but normally played their home games at Reavis at the time). Big crowds at Gately by both teams! 40 years ago wow!!!!
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I remember Paul Adams talk about how he was absolutely against passing the ball. Does this new era Deerfield team spread it out or try to run it down your throat? Curious to see how this team matches up with PR.
Attended both semi-final games. The 77 game(freezing cold) was a defensive gem by Deerfield led by All-State DT John Murphy, 5'9" 180. The 79 game was exciting. Deerfield kind of blew it. Shouldn't have passed the ball.
Hopefully, this Saturday will be an exciting one and not a blow out!