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HomeTeam Huddle: No freebies on new Wesley Chapel coach's watch
As first-year Wesley Chapel coach Tico Hernandez tries to get his 35 players to buy into his philosophies, he’s making the Wildcats earn their stripes. • “So many times with kids, everything’s given to them,” said Hernandez, who took over after Ben Alford resigned. • “That’s not the way the ...
Read moreWed. May 22, 2013 at 7:53 p.m. | Matt Baker
HomeTeam Huddle: QB battles set to brew on North Suncoast
Quarterbacks get the headlines, the pressure and the scrutiny — even in spring ball. The North Suncoast didn’t graduate any superstar passers, but it lost several veteran starters and ended last season with a few battles still brewing under center. Here’s a quick look at some of the quarterback situations ...
Read moreThu. May 02, 2013 at 8:45 p.m. | Matt Baker
Recruiting updates from Wesley Chapel
A few quick recruiting nuggets from Wesley Chapel, courtesy of former Wildcats coach Ben Alford: * Lineman Aleny Vega is receiving interest from Becker College (Mass.), among others. * RB Daquan Caesar has drawn looks from Missouri Valley College and others after leading the team with 671 yards ...
Read moreTue. Jan. 08, 2013 at 9:46 a.m. | Matt Baker
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Recruit: Daquan Caesar
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Times' all-North Suncoast football team
Offensive player of the year: ATH Janarion Grant, Sr., Pasco Grant, a three-way standout, watched his Pirates dominate the first six games of the year as he sat out with a hand injury. “When I came back, that’s when all eyes were on me,” Grant said. “I had to put ...
Read moreSat. Dec. 22, 2012 at 11:28 a.m. | Matt Baker
Tico Hernandez named new Wesley Chapel coach
When Wesley Chapel needed to find its third head coach in program history, it turned to its cross-town rival. The Wildcats plucked assistant Tico Hernandez from Wiregrass Ranch on Monday to take over a program with 11 on-the-field wins in its past three seasons. “I’m excited about the opportunity to ...
Read moreMon. Dec. 17, 2012 at 2:04 p.m. | Matt Baker
22 apply for Wesley Chapel football job
The deadline to apply for Wesley Chapel’s head football coaching position expired this week. Per our policy, here are the applicants, from Wildcats principal Carin Nettles. I've also requested a list of applicants for the opening at Wiregrass Ranch, but I haven't received it yet. Nettles said Wesley Chapel plans ...
Read moreFri. Nov. 30, 2012 at 2:52 p.m. | Matt Baker
Wesley Chapel posts head football coach job
Wesley Chapel has posted its head football coaching position on the school district’s employment website. The Wildcats are looking for a new coach after Ben Alford decided to resign to accept an out-of-state job. Alford compiled a 12-18 record in three seasons as head coach. The advertisement expires on Nov. ...
Read moreTue. Nov. 27, 2012 at 9:09 a.m. | Matt Baker
North Suncoast: Sunday morning quarterback
Offensive MVPDavid Emmanuel, Pasco: The senior running back rushed for 135 yards to spark the Pirates' offense early. He ran for two scores, broke up two passes and had two tackles for a loss, too.Defensive MVPMorgan Flournory, Pasco: Flournory was an impressive sidekick to Joey Ivie. He tallied four sacks ...
Read moreSat. Nov. 17, 2012 at 4:41 p.m. | Matt Baker
Alford set to step down at Wesley Chapel
Ben Alford confirmed in a text message Friday that he will be resigning as the football coach at Wesley Chapel. “Yes, I will be resigning,” Alford said. “It’s not official yet.” Alford, a former Pasco quarterback who played college football in Iowa, said he will be taking a job out ...
Read moreFri. Nov. 16, 2012 at 11:33 p.m. | Matt Baker
Football: Land O'Lakes 24, Wesley Chapel 13
WESLEY CHAPEL — Land O'Lakes held on to beat Wesley Chapel 24-13 Friday night in a defensive battle.The Gators (4-6 2-5) defense was the first to make a big play. After the offense produced nothing on the first drive, cornerback Eddie Schiffer picked off Jordan Primus' pass at midfield and ...
Read moreFri. Nov. 09, 2012 at 9:08 p.m. | Tim Porson
Football: Anclote 21, Wesley Chapel 14
WESLEY CHAPEL — Anclote survived a late scare from Wesley Chapel to remain in postseason contention with a 21-14 win Friday night.The Sharks (4-4, 4-2) started efficiently with a touchdown on their first possession. On third down, quarterback John Forgione found Trent Crawford for a 45-yard scoring pass.Wesley Chapel (2-6, ...
Read moreFri. Oct. 26, 2012 at 7:41 p.m. | Chad Wise
Football: Hudson 17, Wesley Chapel 14
HUDSON — With starting quarterback Joey Caruso out with an injury, Owen Derksen led a run-heavy Hudson (2-5-0, 2-3-0) offense to a 17-14 Homecoming win over Wesley Chapel on Friday night. Derksen attempted just three passes and handed the ball off to Noah Siegrist 28 times.Hudson took its first lead, ...
Read moreFri. Oct. 19, 2012 at 7:50 p.m. | Chad Wise
Week 7: Sunday Morning QB, North Suncoast edition
North Suncoast Super 7 1. Pasco (6-0): Another blowout win and a fifth consecutive shutout, 63-0 over Hudson, for the state's top-ranked defense. This week brings the toughest test yet: Fivay. 2. Springstead (7-0): Even on rough offensive night like Friday, the Eagles find a way to win. Can they do it ...
Read moreSat. Oct. 13, 2012 at 8:33 p.m. | Matt Baker
Football: Wesley Chapel 38, Ridgewood 33
NEW PORT RICHEY — Wesley Chapel scored all of its points in the first half Friday night, which turned out to be just enough to hold off Ridgewood 38-33.Jordan Primus scored twice for the Wildcats (2-4, 1-3), and Daquan Caesar's 69-yard touchdown run was a highlight of the first half. ...
Read moreFri. Oct. 12, 2012 at 8:25 p.m. | Bradley Schenk
North Suncoast: Sunday morning quarterback
North Suncoast Super 71. Pasco (5-0): The Pirates were without their best athlete and (mostly) without their starting quarterback. And they still won in the rain 26-0.2. Springstead (6-0): The Eagles dominated Central but better not look past River Ridge this week.3. Sunlake (4-1): QB Josh Zifer continues to improve, ...
Read moreSat. Oct. 06, 2012 at 5:05 p.m. | Matt Baker