A great man and coach has gone on to be with his Heavenly Father. God Bless the Arnspargers.
Miami Herald-Former Miami Dolphins defensive icon Bill Arnsparger dies at 88
Saturday, July 18, 2015
Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Terrence Commodore , new position with EKU basketball
Congratulations to Terrence Commodore and his new position with EKU Men's basketball. In the fall of 2001, Terrence intercepted a pass at Fleming Co. to seal the first football region title in school history. Then that spring, he intercepted a pass against Montgomery County at the Fieldhouse to win the first basketball region championship in several years. He is a champion on and off the floor/field. Congrats T!
http://courtsidewithdannyweddle.blogspot.com/2015/07/terrence-commodore-named-director-of.html
http://courtsidewithdannyweddle.blogspot.com/2015/07/terrence-commodore-named-director-of.html
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Corey Jett- NASA!
One of my former players is living in Huntsvulle, Alabama, working for NASA! Corey Jett played WR at Mason County and was a part of the 2003 Region Championship team.
I asked him for details and got this reponse:
I am in training currently but I will be overseeing and managing the flow of data up to the International Space Station and the flow of data back down to Earth.
Congratulations Corey!
I asked him for details and got this reponse:
I am in training currently but I will be overseeing and managing the flow of data up to the International Space Station and the flow of data back down to Earth.
Congratulations Corey!
Sunday, July 5, 2015
Getting focused to start the season: A Yearly Ritual
Coaches-
I always like to start the season by reading a book through the preseason to help me focus on the coming season, what things are most important, and why I coach. The two books that I usually read are Vince Lombardi's Run to Daylight and Wes Neal's Handbook on Coaching Perfection.
Because it is about GREAT coaches, Black Shoes & White Shoestrings might be a book that would serve the same purpose for some coaches. Here is a description of the book:
This book was written by a HS football coach, who"s father was also a HS football coach. It is a collection of football and life lessons learned from a variety of coaches at the HS, collegiate, and professional level. Leadership, the RIGHT kind of leadership is also addressed through out the book.
Bill Arnsparger, Blanton Collier, Chuck Smith, Dale Mueller, Mike Archer, Bill Walsh, Ed Rall, Vince Lombardi, Larry French, Ivan McGlone, Alvis Johnson, Tony Dungy, Steele Harmon, Joe McDaniel, Raymond Webb, Tom Duffy, Sam Harp, ShaDon Brown, Corky Prater, Ted Purcell, Jack Eicher, Ray Graham, and Leon Hart are some of the coaches included in this book.
Boyle County Rebels, Highlands Bluebirds, Centre College Colonels, Mason County Royals, Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, Green Bay Packers, Kentucky Wildcats, Paris Greyhounds, Danville Admirals, Ashland Tomcats, Russell Red Devils, Harrodsburg Hogs, Mercer County Scotties.
You can purchase this book with the buy button at the top of this blog. Enjoy the great game of football this season!
I always like to start the season by reading a book through the preseason to help me focus on the coming season, what things are most important, and why I coach. The two books that I usually read are Vince Lombardi's Run to Daylight and Wes Neal's Handbook on Coaching Perfection.
Because it is about GREAT coaches, Black Shoes & White Shoestrings might be a book that would serve the same purpose for some coaches. Here is a description of the book:
This book was written by a HS football coach, who"s father was also a HS football coach. It is a collection of football and life lessons learned from a variety of coaches at the HS, collegiate, and professional level. Leadership, the RIGHT kind of leadership is also addressed through out the book.
Bill Arnsparger, Blanton Collier, Chuck Smith, Dale Mueller, Mike Archer, Bill Walsh, Ed Rall, Vince Lombardi, Larry French, Ivan McGlone, Alvis Johnson, Tony Dungy, Steele Harmon, Joe McDaniel, Raymond Webb, Tom Duffy, Sam Harp, ShaDon Brown, Corky Prater, Ted Purcell, Jack Eicher, Ray Graham, and Leon Hart are some of the coaches included in this book.
Boyle County Rebels, Highlands Bluebirds, Centre College Colonels, Mason County Royals, Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, Green Bay Packers, Kentucky Wildcats, Paris Greyhounds, Danville Admirals, Ashland Tomcats, Russell Red Devils, Harrodsburg Hogs, Mercer County Scotties.
You can purchase this book with the buy button at the top of this blog. Enjoy the great game of football this season!
Saturday, July 4, 2015
Happy 4th of July- Highlighting a former Marine, great person/coach: Bill Arnsparger
Happy 4th of July to everyone, but especially to the veterans, including many of those old coaches that served our nation in WW II. Coach Bill Arnsparger, a Paris, Ky native was a Marine during WW II. His HS football coach was Blanton Collier. Coach Arnsparger coached the greatest defense in the history of the NFL, the No-Name Dolphins of the only undefeated Super Bowl Champions from Miami in 1972.
Besides being a great coach, Bill Arnsparger is a great man who serves others and puts the well-being of others ahead of himself. In 1992 when I became the head coach at Paris HS, he always made time for me and our program. I can never thank him enough for the kindness and help he gave me in those early years at Paris HS. Coach Arnsparger's ability as a coach, character, concern for others, and willingness to serve are second to none. Every accolade you could bestow on a wonderful human being, he deserves.
Here is an excerpt / AFM blog entry from Black Shoes & White Shoestrings on Coach Arnsparger:
Arnsparger: A Master at Deflecting Attention
Happy 4th of July to Coach Arnsparger, his wonderful family, and all the Veterans who served our nation!
Besides being a great coach, Bill Arnsparger is a great man who serves others and puts the well-being of others ahead of himself. In 1992 when I became the head coach at Paris HS, he always made time for me and our program. I can never thank him enough for the kindness and help he gave me in those early years at Paris HS. Coach Arnsparger's ability as a coach, character, concern for others, and willingness to serve are second to none. Every accolade you could bestow on a wonderful human being, he deserves.
Here is an excerpt / AFM blog entry from Black Shoes & White Shoestrings on Coach Arnsparger:
Arnsparger: A Master at Deflecting Attention
Happy 4th of July to Coach Arnsparger, his wonderful family, and all the Veterans who served our nation!
Wednesday, July 1, 2015
Dustin Grutza- still winning championships
http://www.maysville-online.com/news/local/local-business-to-be-featured-on-discovery-program/article_ac271858-379a-5269-a654-bf3331815e6c.html
Here is a great article on my former QB Dustin Grutza, and his new business, Craftforce, which will be featured on the Discovery Channel.
A little background on Dustin.....
In the summer of 1996, he showed up as one of about 9 kids at our first little kids camp at Mason County. As a sophomore starting his first game in 2001, he threw a TD pass on 4th down in overtime to defeat Tate's Creek in the season opener. He lead our team to two region championships, three state quarerfinal appearances and two state semifinal appearances in his three seasons as our starter. He lead the KY All Stars over Tennessee in Neyland Stadium, and went on to be a starter at the University of Cincinnati.
Dustin is mentioned several times in my book. He comes from a great family. He has always been a winner, and you can bet he will continue his championship ways in all he does. Congratulations Dustin!
Here is a great article on my former QB Dustin Grutza, and his new business, Craftforce, which will be featured on the Discovery Channel.
A little background on Dustin.....
In the summer of 1996, he showed up as one of about 9 kids at our first little kids camp at Mason County. As a sophomore starting his first game in 2001, he threw a TD pass on 4th down in overtime to defeat Tate's Creek in the season opener. He lead our team to two region championships, three state quarerfinal appearances and two state semifinal appearances in his three seasons as our starter. He lead the KY All Stars over Tennessee in Neyland Stadium, and went on to be a starter at the University of Cincinnati.
Dustin is mentioned several times in my book. He comes from a great family. He has always been a winner, and you can bet he will continue his championship ways in all he does. Congratulations Dustin!
Thursday, June 25, 2015
New QB Drill - Gulf Shores, Alabama
Doesn't have to be the ocean. Find a swimming pool. Kentucky guys.....AFTER the dead period. No instruction right now, even in the swimming pool.
New QB Drill- Gulf Shores, Alabama
New QB Drill- Gulf Shores, Alabama
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