Gallia Academy 36 Licking Valley 12 Round 1 Region 15 2018

[svac83]

The decision was made by the school administration. My wife works there and it’s also posted on the GAHS FB page.

The school administration and a couple of coaches who have been breaking down licking valley tape since the ironton game..... really the only money school missing out on here is on concessions...
my opinion on this game was 80% chance of a little cling County win at memorial field to a 60% chance by moving this game to a place where blue devils can use entire play book.

Blue devils will still put 3 or 4K fans in stands the 30 minute trip to Jackson will not deter many.

It will just be really weird to set in home side bleachers at Jackson.

[svac83]

If Gallia academy thought they would have a better chance to win at home they would of figured out the field

[svac83]

I brought this up originally on Saturday morning in the "Gallia, week 11" thread and thought it would come to this. Jackson wins again. They could have kept it in county @ River Valley but Jackson means a shorter bus ride and more $$$$$.

Why do you think this is a shorter bus ride. River valley stands would be over packed onna average home game for Gallia bus ride

[VetteMan]

Did I not read that before the Ironton game, that Gallia possibly practiced at Oak Hills field because of Turf?

[MisterGalliaGuy2016]

Anyone know if Campbell for GA is healthy? Saw him favoring his left leg in the 2Q of the South Point game.

[svac83]

I cannot believe that this game will be played in Jackson. Not only taking away the home field advantage but people need to remember one thing. The last time Gallipolis was in the playoffs they won their first game at home because of a muddy, wet field because they knew how to play in the mud and the team they played never played on anything but turf. Why would you want to take away your advantage and since there are no team close with turf that isn't still playing or in the playoff, how will you be getting any practice on turf? Big mistake to take this game out of Gallia County. Good luck Blue Devils!

Not the same field conditions and yes that was against a team who’s seniors never in 4 years had played on grass...

That is not the case with licking valley about half there games on grass every year... use your head if they thought they had a better shot at memorial field someone would of figured out the field issue.. this is all about giving your team best opportunity to win.

[svac83]

Anyone know if Campbell for GA is healthy? Saw him favoring his left leg in the 2Q of the South Point game.
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I think he is good. Of course I know no one on team

[svac83]

Did I not read that before the Ironton game, that Gallia possibly practiced at Oak Hills field because of Turf?

They practiced there to go through a few things only took about 16 kids helmets t shirts and shorts. I am sure if they want Jackson’s stadium they could gave it Friday night with Jackson on road

[FANOSPORTS]

I brought this up originally on Saturday morning in the "Gallia, week 11" thread and thought it would come to this. Jackson wins again. They could have kept it in county @ River Valley but Jackson means a shorter bus ride and more $$$$$.

Why do you think this is a shorter bus ride. River valley stands would be over packed onna average home game for Gallia bus ride

Cuts off about 30 minutes of driving time. From Newark (Hanover) 30 miles on 70 west /270 and straight down 23/35 to Jackson another 75 miles. Takes around 2 hr to Jackson. Using 70, 33 and 7 would be 2.5 to Gallipolis. Just thought RV field could keep the game in county. $$$$$

[svac83]

Ok shorter for licking valley. Don’t know how many $$$ it would keep if river valley would of even been interested but when most people pay the price for a playboy ticket they should have the option to sit

[svac83]

Any one know what Licking Valley offense looks like? Trying to decide what game to go to. Lol

I have no idea what lickingy valleys offense is like but got a feeling that they may run it a lot behind big offensive tackle jarrod hufford 6’5” 300 lbs Iowa state commit. But that would only be a guess

[1coldplayer]

I believe Gallia is practicing at Oak Hill this week also.

[Poo Bear]

Let’s go Ironmen Nation, let’s pack 1000 Ironmen fans to support the Big Blue

[VetteMan]

Let’s go Ironmen Nation, let’s pack 1000 Ironmen fans to support the Big Blue

Very nice Poo Bear! You do have a good side also. Lol

[Poo Bear]

Let’s go Ironmen Nation, let’s pack 1000 Ironmen fans to support the Big Blue

Very nice Poo Bear! You do have a good side also. Lol

Jackson loves football , and Gallia academy being such a big part of Jackson tradition I think you’ll see a lot of Jackson fans cheering for the devils

[svac83]

I believe Gallia is practicing at Oak Hill this week also.

I would think that they would practice on turf one day this week. I would be a little bit surprised if they did it more then 1 day. Not that I necessarily think it would be a bad idea. But with the way they run there practices I am not sure it would be beneficial to go more then 1 day. Or maybe a day and then a walk through

[svac83]

I am shocked this game was moved. I think it was a great idea and I think gives the blue devils a better chance to win. But man are they going to hear flack all week from the community.

[VetteMan]

Let’s go Ironmen Nation, let’s pack 1000 Ironmen fans to support the Big Blue

Very nice Poo Bear! You do have a good side also. Lol

Jackson loves football , and Gallia academy being such a big part of Jackson tradition I think you’ll see a lot of Jackson fans cheering for the devils

I can't disagree with one thing you said.

[GalliaGrad78]

What about the gate proceeds?
I know the school benefits more from tickets sold at the school.
I think it is a bad move to give up home field, regardless.
What about those kids in town that walk to the home games?
Bad move, period.

[GalliaGrad78]

Who benefits from this?
The team?
The athletic boosters?
The band boosters?
The faithful fans?
Jackson?