Dons 56 Patriots 14

Our players ran into a buzz saw yesterday and that buzz saw was the Dons of Cathedral Catholic HS.  We came out on the short end of the score 56 - 14.

It was a total team collapse and as the head coach, I will assume the responsibility of the lack of performance by our Patriots.  Offense, defense, special teams and coaching all played a part in our loss.  But there was a ray of hope.  Something positive to build on...  Our team did not quit.  There are several individuals that began to pout and get upset over the outcome of the game.  But for the most part, our players were competing to the very end of the game.

Tre Tyler earned his way onto the field by giving a good effort at DL.  Nick Patrick made a nice sliding catch from the WR spot and backup QB Cody Beltz threw a great pass to 1st string QB/WR Cruz Samaniego to put into scoring position.

That game is behind us now...  There is nothing more we can do about the outcome.  We now need to focus on Saints.  This will be a test of the character of our young men.  Will they fold or will they shine through like I know they are capable of doing?  Only time will tell.  WE will continue to love our players and point them in the right direction.

As for my announcement in stepping down as head coach, I hope you all understand that it is for the good of the program.  MY job has been to coach the coaches and prepare my team.  This is an excellent opportunity to see what my staff and Coach Armenta are capable of doing in my absence.  I will still remain with the team to handle administrative and parental communication duties through the end of the season.

The one thing I have learned over the years of coaching is that if the bond of trust between coaches and players is solid, that is a bond that nobody can break.  I trust my coaches to do what is right for our players.  And I know my players feel the same way.  They know I love them.  I know they love me.

I want to thank all of you fans, parents and family members for your support of the Patriot Henry Football Program and more importantly, for making me feel like a part of YOUR family.