We are saddened to hear about the passing of beloved Somerset High School football coach Robbie Lucas. LHAC approves conference expansion; What happens to WestPAC? That they saw me as an example of how to live a life of integrity. Grief counselors will be a Somerset High School on Tuesday for students and staff. Basile was an integral part of Johnstowns indoor football history. Games cannot end on a defensive penalty. He played eight seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles and had a brief stint with the Minnesota Vikings. Basile went 3-13 at Somerset. Game-winning touchdown drive makes Somerset a state champion for the first time, Support my work with a digital subscription. Questions? Coach Lucas has been a part of the SHS football program for more than 20 years and served as its head coach the last 14 seasons. He held assistant football coaching positions with Central Cambria, Greater Johnstown, Richland and Conemaugh Township at the high school level. He truly cared who you were, and it didnt matter if you were a football player, hockey player, band.. You have permission to edit this article. Highlights from all 6 Somerset County high school football camps. No. Follow him on Twitter @Masty81. Born Hubert Detmer Jr. in Beaumont and immediately dubbed Sonny by his maternal grandmother, his family moved to Indiana before he turned 2. Playing:Foyil High School, The University of Tulsa, Chicago Bears
43 Boston Collegiate in a Div. He already knows a lot of the kids, Somerset Athletic Director Keith Higginbotham said. Already without Sahvir Wheeler for a sixth straight game, Kentucky Basketball will likely have to finish the job against Vanderbilt without point guard Cason Wallace, who exited Wednesday night's contest with 18:14 remaining on the clock. He loved Texas high school football and was such a great influence to so many, Ty wrote in a text message Tuesday. KSTP-TV, LLC
The Somerset High School football coaching job came open after the tragic and unexpected passing of long-time head coach Robbie Lucas, who led the Briar Jumpers program for 14 seasons. Just like everywhere else, they just need a few more kids to participate. WebAcademics, teamwork, perseverance, hard work, sportsmanship and respect are the characteristics the coaching staff strives to instill in our Warrior Athletes. Miguel High School. Finally healthy, junior F DeYona Gaston has Texas on the verge of Wagner searching for breakthrough at state girls basketball tournament, Texas A&M tops Mississippi, keeps hopes of SEC title alive. Theres no truth to the rumor that Brian Basile rolled into his new job as Somersets head football coach in an old police car with Sam Zambanini riding shotgun. He previously had coached on the New Richmond football staff from 2001-2007, with the final four seasons there as head coach.
But after coming back to Somerset where hed already coached three times as a consultant 15 years ago, he took over the full-time head coaching duties again in 2007. The vibes were at a high in the leadup to tipoff, but the Big Blue Nation left Rupp Arena wishing they could go back to the beginning of the night. To have the opportunity to go back to Somerset and be there with Cole and where Sonny was Its a real family atmosphere, and were excited to get back up there, Detmer said. WebHigh School Math: Send E-Mail Sanchez, Nieves High School World History: Send E-Mail Sands, George PE Coach / Flag Football: Send E-Mail Sawh, Liza English Language Arts: Send E-Mail Thomas, Vascol English Language Arts We cant see into the crystal ball. This story was originally published November 14, 2022, 10:43 AM. He was definitely one of the pioneers, Detmers eldest son Ty wrote in a text message Tuesday. Tucson, AZ Pima Community College. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF, Southwest Football Coach Sonny Detmer with son, quarterback Ty Detmer. He was the best, LCA Coach Doug Charles told the Herald-Leader. Detmer was 30-19 over 5 years. and last updated 4:16 PM, Nov 14, 2022. Afterward, a dejected John Calipari fulfilled his postgame responsibilities to the media with an Tonight's 68-66 loss to Vanderbilt stinks, but the question on everyone's mind right now is, how is Cason Wallace? He was a great man and his players adored him. We will advertise the position and start gathering candidates, Close said. Sonny Detmer, father of NFL football players Ty and Koy Detmer, is being honored by the NFL for his work in high schools and with youth in football programs. If I dont coach, Ill survive. BAHRAM MARK SOBHANI/STAFF, NBR - Sonny Detmer watches football players at Cornerstone Christian School run through drills during practice on Thursday May 12, 2005.Detmer is returning to Somerset High School as a consultant for the football team and athletic program. pic.twitter.com/VLPG9MlL5C. That I was honest and always had their best interest at heart, even if it meant TOUGH LOVE. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Family and then football. He can be reached at 814-444-5926. Coach Bruce Larson died Sunday at the age of 58. Players lobbied on Lucass behalf and the Briar Jumpers went undefeated to district and region titles on the way to a runner-up finish in the Class 3A state championship game to Paducah Tilghman. Like a lot of pioneers, though, Detmer had to wait a while for the rest of the world to follow. Photos courtesy of Action Shots Photography.
Lucas appeared recently on The Coaches Office podcast with former Mercer County coach David Buchanan and former Boyle County coach Chuck Smith and spoke about what football has meant to him. He can be reached at 814-532-5083. Community Connector School Program presented by Optimum, Mr. Texas Football Player of the Year Award, North Texas Dance Team Spotlight presented by Children's Health, San Antonio Inspirational Coach of the Week, San Antonio Student Trainer Program Spotlight, Texas Children's Training Staff Superstars Award, become a Dave Campbells Texas Football Insider. Kris Barcenez. Coach Robbie Lucas, two of our players, Jase (Bruner) and Kaiya (Sheron), were very close to Coach Lucas and his family, what a great man, said Kentuckys head coach. Email:Samuel.Antle@gcisd.net, Running Backs and Asst Offensive Line Coach, Tanner Antle - Defensive Coordinator / Varsity Linebackers, 4 year Letterman - Arkansas Tech University * 2 time all-conference selection * Senior Leadership Award Recipient Coaching 1yr - Graduate Assistant (Arkansas Tech University) 2yrs - Linebackers (Garland-Lakeview) 4yrs - Defensive Backs (Abilene High) 6yrs - Defensive Coordinator (Rockwall) 4yrs - Head Coach Athletic Director (Mount Vernon) 2yrs - Defensive Coordinator (Grapevine) 5yrs - Head Coach (Grapevine). Wednesday, July 7, 2004. One of a kind coach, father, friend and human. 8 Frederick Douglass against traditional powerhouse Madison Central. 3 seed in the SEC Tournament with a win over Vanderbilt. Jeff is a great hire for Somerset, Close said. TCU 1983-1991, University of Minnesota 1992-1996, Head Coach Texas State 1997-2002, Purdue University 2003-2005, Texas A&M University 2006-2007, A&M COnsolidated HS 2008-2009, Sam Houston State 2010-2011, University of New Mexico 2012- 2017, Georgia Southern University 2018-2020, Spending time with Janet, walking/jogging, golf, traveling, spoiling our grandchildren. Somerset football coach Robbie Lucas, who led Briar Jumpers to 2019 state title, has died By Jared Peck Updated November 14, 2022 1:10 PM Somerset High School Copyright 2023 PIAA. I saw where I failed. Helping the player and or student succeed in life was his life calling. Chad Morris most recently the former head coach at SMU and Arkansas will replace Gambill. Every day you get older you appreciate time even more, he said. And that it was always about much more than just football. Was an assistant coach for 2 years and Boys coordinator for 2 years. But the pinnacle of his career came in 2019 with a team led by players like quarterback Kaiya Sheron, now at Kentucky, and wideout Kade Grundy, now playing baseball for Louisville. The experience he gained throughout four decades as a football coach on the high school, college and professional indoor levels led Brian Basile to reevaluate his role at Business Opportunites | Sitemap | Privacy Policy | Contact Us, Monday, October 11, 2021 (22/23 classification season), PIAA Mandatory Rules Interpretation Schedule, Rules Interpretation and Chapter Meetings. Limited Ads. Tucson, AZ Grapevine High School. He can be reached at 814-532-5083. Its kept me a job.
person_outline Texas Football Staff He was not with the Briar Jumpers for their playoff game on Friday at Lexington Christian. Lucas served as head coach at Somerset HS for 14 seasons, leading the Briar Jumpers to the programs only KHSAA championship, the 2A title in 2019 over traditional state power Mayfield. Partly cloudy skies early will become overcast later during the night. Somerset Athletic Director Scott Close said Urban can provide the spark Somerset football needs. Bishop McCort coach Brian Basile talks to reporters after a 22-7 loss against Bishop Guilfoyle on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019, at Mansion Park in Altoona. KSR extends our thoughts, prayers and condolences to the Somerset community. pic.twitter.com/A6HbhRBYv8. Started Coaching career at Grapevine Middle School in 2016. My goal is to take a picture with every state sign. Larson helped the school win three state football titles. "I want to use what the kids bring to the table to put them in a situation where they can succeed.". WebNew Head Coach: Daniel Longoria Koy Detmer is moving on to coach Somerset. Less than a month after resigning as the varsity football coach at Bishop McCort Catholic, Brian Basile will make a return to the sidelines for the 2020 gridiron season. High 54F. Kentucky's freshman point guard went down with a right lower leg injury at the 18:14 mark in the second half and did not return. When he became a high school football coach in the late 1960s, the best way to stay employed was to run some version of the ground-oriented Wing T or the wishbone. Im just not going to miss time with my children. On3 is a registered trademark of On3 Media, Inc. He also served as an assistant on Basile's staff. I saw the mistakes. As a head coach, he compiled a record of 235-141-2 in 35 seasons in Texas. Basile knew he couldnt devote as much time as hed like to the time-consuming duties as a head coach. I have a possible opportunity in college, Basile said. Coach becomes only the second football coach in Hebron history and Mike Mastovich is a sports reporter and columnist for The Tribune-Democrat. The interim tag was removed and Lucas went on to lead Somerset to five straight region titles and state semifinals appearances. Grapevine, TX Grapevine Middle school. (I) want to send my condolences to the Somerset community. Heres what you need to know. Went on to work with the baseball team as the Direct of Baseball Operations in 2016 while working on Masters in Sport Management. WPBK.com reports that Lucas died after battling cancer. Abby Pattison led all scorers with 14 points and Mia Bradshaw added 12 points as No. Lucas, who coached the Briar Jumpers' football team for the past 14 seasons, guided the Somerset football program Shooting 32 percent overall from the field and 3-19 from deep were certainly a couple of them, as was losing Cason KSR's last Rapid Reaction from Rupp Arena is a sad one after Kentucky Basketball came up short on Senior Night against Vanderbilt. But the 62-year-old Basile also realized that family commitments to his two young children came first. At the age of 76, he still was coaching at Somerset, having never been willing to walk away from the game that made him a Friday night legend. In two seasons at Somerset, Basile led the Golden Eagles to a 3-13 mark. Basile has been a familiar face on the sidelines and coaching booths throughout the region since the 1980s. Winds WNW at 10 to 20 mph.. Bruce could go 0-10 every year and no one would say anything because he is the kind of person you want your kids to be coached by, Bezek said. I just had the greatest seat to watch it, Lucas said after the game. "We're going to come up with a system that utilizes the kids' talents and put them in the best situation we can offensively and defensively," he said. Partly cloudy skies. In five years at Bishop McCort Catholic prior to joining the Somerset staff, Basile had a 32-27 mark. He was also recognized as the Wisconsin Coach of the Year and honored by the NFL.This is tough for our community, Bezek said. Follow Daily American Sports on Facebook. Abby Pattison led all scorers with 14 points and Mia Bradshaw added 12 points as No. Koy is the offensive coordinator. Mike Mastovich is a sports reporter and columnist for The Tribune-Democrat. "We played a lot of young guys last year," Urban said. The boosters were great. Lucas, who has served as a long-time assistant coach at Somerset High School, left the Briar Jumpers after the 2001 season to become the head football coach at Lincoln County High School. The Briar Jumpers, one of the oldest football programs in the state with a proud 116-season history, have been to the state finals six times with the 2019 championship, four runner-up finishes under John Cain around the 1980s and the other runner-up under Lucas in 2009. WebStaff Page - Somerset High School Somerset High School Staff Directory First Name: Last Name: Title: Location: Department: To see a listing of all staff please click on submit. Grapevine, TX. The coach of the Briar Jumpers for 14 seasons, he led Somerset to a Class 2A State Title in 2019. Copyright 2023 KSAT.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. College:The University of Tulsa
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Andrew has covered athletics of all levels for more than five years and is dedicated to shining a spotlight on local San Antonio athletes and their stories. A player and 1990 graduate of Lincoln County High School, Lucas got his first head coaching gig with the Patriots in 2002 after a few years as an assistant at Somerset. Friday nights are still real exciting for me, Detmer told the Express-News that year. There was great support from the administration and one of the best athletic directors Ive ever worked with in Scott Close. Tucson, AZ Pueblo High school. I explored some possibilities where the schedule will meet my family schedule a little better. WebAll-time football coaching wins John McKissick of Summerville holds all-time lead with 620 wins. Moving forward with expansion: LHAC approves conference expansion; What happens to WestPAC? This is a carousel. 5 preliminary round contest. MARVIN PFEIFFER / mpfeiffer@express-news.net, SPORTS - Somerset coach Sonny Detmer gives instruction to Justin Villanueva on the sideline Friday, August 30, 2002 at Southside High School Stadium. I want them to know I gave everything I had for them and I did my best to help them become the best man, friend, Husband, and Father they could be. Tucson, AZ Cienega High school. I am very excited.". Other than the two hours every so often we had to compete against each other, we had both had a lot of respect for each other and our programs. DELCIA LOPEZ/STAFF delopez@express-news.net. Published: February 28, 2022 - 6:33 PM A Wisconsin community is mourning the loss of the longtime head football coach of Somerset High School. SOMERSET The Detmer legacy continues at Somerset High School. SOMERSET The Detmer legacy continues at Somerset High School. Funeral arrangements have not been made yet. His teams were riddled with injuries, low numbers and COVID-19 issues. Koy takes over a team that finished the 2020 season with a 2-7 overall record, 1-3 in District 14-4A Division I. He was a junior high coach in 1998before entering the Pennsylvania State Police Academy. Somerset head coach Robbie Lucas died on Sunday. Somerset's Basile steps down as football coach. WebCollege Players Coached: 41. In-depth analysis. With the 68-66 loss to the Commodores, Kentucky is now Jerry Stackhouse was emotional in his postgame press conference, his first after a win in Rupp Arena. WebTrey (1 year) Coaching and Playing Background: Player: Texas A&M 2008-2011 Coach: 2012 Assistant Offensive Line, Skyline HS 2013-14 Offensive Line, Richardson HS 2015-2017 Basile believes the foundation is in place for the Golden Eagles to take another step forward. Defensive Line. "Participation is a big hurdle we face. The funny thing is, he never experienced them in Texas as a player. pic.twitter.com/A6HbhRBYv8. The day Ty won the award, his dad was coaching his younger son, Koy, in a playoff game at Mission, the Rio Grande Valley town where Detmer spent several years. Carl Richardson, Jr. is entering his 9th year as Head Football Coach at H. Grady Spruce High School and was tapped as Campus Athletic Coordinator in 34-19 (W) Southwestern @ Simon Kenton On 9/3, the Southwestern varsity football team won their away non-conference game against Simon Kenton (Independence, KY) by a score of 34-19. In fourteen seasons Lucas won 114 games and had a pair of 14-win seasons, including his first in 2009, one that ended with a state runner-up finish. There are myriad reasons why Kentucky couldn't pull off the win against Vanderbilt during the Wildcats' 68-66 loss on Senior Night. San Diego, CA Sahuaro High school. Ty Detmer shattered almost every state passing mark in the book with the Dragons, and he went on to do the same thing with NCAA records at BYU, where he won the 1990 Heisman Trophy. 22 TCU held on to beat Texas, denying the ninth-ranked Longhorns a chance to play for a share of the Big 12 title in Saturday's regular-season finale. NFL Players Coached: 1. 5 Shortly after he passed away, tributes poured in from around the Commonwealth. Somersets winning drive started on its own 14-yard line with just 28 seconds left. Greg Tepper and Matt Stepp recap the Texas high school football coaching carousel so far, take a way-too-early look ahead to 2023, and more. 22 South Shore Tech (17-4) won 41-31 over No. Upload it Ways you can help Make an impact on this team, and help keep Running backs, offensive line. "Jeff is a great hire for Somerset," Close said. Our recent Former Somerset varsity coach Steve Costea played a big part in getting Urban back into coaching. He was 51. I think everybody feels that. WebLearn about Somerset High School football recruits in Somerset. And when he died Tuesday after being hospitalized for weeks with bronchitis and pneumonia, he was remembered in part as a gregarious innovator who influenced generations of players and coaches and saw change coming to Texas favorite sport long before the rest of the state did. That did not happen, so now, it all comes down to Saturday's regular-season finale at Arkansas. 2 Lexington Catholic vs. No. There was a problem saving your notification. Professional Development, Google Classroom and Other G Suite Tools PD Session with Laura Raganas, Google Classroom and Other G Suite Tools PD Session with Ashley Judd (1), Google Classroom and Other G Suite Tools PD Session with Ashley Judd (2). WebGreg Tepper and Matt Stepp recap the Texas high school football coaching carousel so far, take a way-too-early look ahead to 2023, and more. Cant describe the pain this brings. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. 7 Great Crossing and No. Thats phenomenal, and were just ready for great things from Koy.. Basile spent the past two COVID-19 pandemic interrupted seasons as head coach of the Golden Eagles football program, a job he loved and appreciated. It got me an education. Charles R. Robbie Lucas, who guided Somerset High Schools football team for 14 seasons and won a state championship in 2019, died Sunday, according to Somersets Commonwealth Journal. A pass interference call as the clock ran out helped set up Sherons 20-yard pass for the score. WebATHLETIC COORDINATOR. He released an instructional DVD for passers, and he teamed with longtime college coach Hal Mumme to conduct an annual camp in El Paso every year for more than a decade. Urbanbecame a varsity assistant under former coachBob Landis in 2011. Film tells rest of their success story. Basile said he enjoyed his brief tenure with the Golden Eagles. Pennsylvania Coaches' Association. Urban will need to rely on the underclassmen to right the ship for the Golden Eagles. Mike Finger arrived at the Express-News in 1999, and has spent more than two decades covering professional and college sports, including the San Antonio Spurs and the Texas Longhorns. Robbie Lucas, 51, died Sunday. Somerset Athletic Director Scott Close said Urban has the potential to be a successful head coach. I hope that when they look back that they say I cared about more than football and I taught them it's more than just a game. It was about being a good student, a good citizen, said former Somerset student-athlete Andrew Leumann. SOMERSET, Ky. (LEX 18) Somerset High School Head Football Coach Charles 'Robbie' Lucas passed away over the weekend after battling illness. He can be reached at (814) 532-5083. Going back after I got fired I went back and became an assistant and it was invaluable, Lucas said. Somerset head coach Robbie Lucas died on Sunday. But hed taken a nontraditional route to his first gig as a wide receiver in the semi-professional Continental Football League, the San Antonio Toros helped put him on staff at South San so he could pay his bills and he didnt see much use for conventional wisdom.
Tucson, AZ Empire High school. Maybe Detmer isnt the only man responsible for modern football as we know it. Adam Ripple is the Daily American sports editor. Kentucky high school football stadiums turned on their lights Monday night to salute Robbie Lucas. He said he might return to coaching in an assistant role at the college level one day. Over 16 seasons at the high school football level, Morris compiled an Somerset went 13-2 and advancedto the state semifinals in 2014 under Landis, who is now the head coach at North Star. The 2023 Texas State 7-on-7 Tournament will return to College Station this summer. Somerset head football coach Bruce Larson died suddenly on Sunday. Southwest High School Head Football Coach Sonny Detmer shares a laugh with players at practice Wednesday afternoon. Southwest High School Head Football Coach Sonny Detmer shares a laugh with players at practice Wednesday afternoon. Additionally, Koy brings NFL experience to the mix. He arrived before a few of his times ancestors. Coach Bruce Larson I didnt know certain things were going to shake out the way they did schedule-wise.. Any person with disabilities who needs help accessing the content of the FCC Public File may contact KSTP via our online form or call 651-646-5555, This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. Leaving the nest: Somerset football coach Brian Basile stepping down after 2 seasons. Winds NNE at 5 to 10 mph. I had a great coaching staff. One of the most important men in my life. I met with the team. HELEN L. MONTOYA/STAFF. Sonny Detmer (left) works with son Ty Detmer when Detmer was in high school at Southwest. Tournament semifinals at EKU on Saturday to pit No. Man accused of sexual assault on woman who said she fled Texas A&M still in the hunt for SEC title. Xs and Os meant nothing to him, Somerset defensive coordinator Jared Swearingen said in an email to the coaches. Urban is looking to use the coaching knowledge he has gatheredtoturn the program around. Do you plan to save or spend your 2022 income tax refund. Josh Lovelady was named the 2nd Head Coach for Mill Creek in January of 2019 after serving for 15 seasons as the offensive line coach/offensive coordinator for the Hawks. Sonny Detmer, middle, and his sons, Ty, left, and Koy Detmer, who have many years of NFL experience between them. Allen coached at Somerset for 22 years and was a close friend of Sonny Detmer, the iconic Bulldogs football coach who died on Tuesday. longtime high school football coaching legend Sonny Detmer, who passed away last September. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241. Even after his teams started winning games by slinging the ball around high-school stadiums like nobody ever had seen before, and even after two of his sons smashed passing records en route to college glory and solid professional careers, the states aerial offensive revolution was still years away from taking hold. Sonny Detmer, right, poses Wednesday Nov. 21, 2012 with his son Koy Detmer, left, and his grandson Koy Detmer, Jr. Sonny Detmer is Somerset High School's football coach. A great coach and a much better man has gone to a better place., Today all of Somerset Athletics mourns the passing of head football coach Robbie Lucas. Basile coached at Frostburg State University as an assistant for six seasons. In (Mondays) meeting, I asked how many freshmen played in a varsity game (last season). High School - Rockwall, College - All Conference/ All American at Austin College. Four-year-old girl killed in mobile home fire near Lytle Second person, Abilene Schnieder, arrested in fatal dog Man hit, killed walking across West Side street identified. A Hubbard Broadcasting Company. Website powered by WebMechanix. He served as an assistant coach with the Johnstown Jackals and J-Dogs, and was head coach of the Johnstown Riverhawks. And he was so kind to me I just hate it, man. Urban was approved unanimously by the Somerset Board of Directors on Monday as the new football coach, replacing Brian Basile, who stepped down in Februaryafter two seasons. New faces joining WKYT, The CW Lexington at anchor, weather desks, Lexington police officer arrested, charged with abusing a child, Man charged in murders of Kentucky police officers kills himself in jail, officials say, Whiskey fungus suit: Court orders county to halt Jack Daniels barrel warehouse, High school basketball playoffs: Predictions for every region as the Boys Sweet 16 nears. 43 Boston Collegiate in a Div. In closing, one final tribute from WKYTs Brian Milam. So in an era when most coaches feared the two bad things that could happen when throwing the football, Detmer became obsessed with capitalizing on the good one, and he kept at it for five decades. 550 Gettysburg Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055-0708. The Wildcats were a 10-point favorite at tip-off and needed a win to clinch the No. "He has been on the staff for years and coached other sports such as rifle and track, so his connection to the kids will be a great asset.". Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. "A lot of guys got thrown into the Friday night atmosphere as young kids. Also coaches Baseball at GHS. Im exploring some opportunities at the college level that could possibly fit my family schedule.. Assistant Coach. 3 Sport Athlete at Irving Macarthur High School. 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