Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far. TR

[Xcrystalbeachbum]

I know we are all excited by the coaching changes, but us old timers remember well the quiet confidence of coaches, players, fans of the 70's. Correct me if I am wrong, but we let our actions on and off the field speak for us, rather than our mouths. This first year, I just hope we don't overload our rear ends with too much talking. Go Indians!

 

[IndianFan]

Hear you loud and clear. We played a lot of teams that were bigger, faster, stronger, and heavily favored to win.
And the Indians methodically kicked their ***. Several opposing coaches commented afterwards on how machine like and perfect those Indian teams played. The new era teams have to get back to that.

 

[squaw]

Hear you loud and clear. We played a lot of teams that were bigger, faster, stronger, and heavily favored to win.
And the Indians methodically kicked their ***. Several opposing coaches commented afterwards on how machine like and perfect those Indian teams played. The new era teams have to get back to that.

You are SO right. I hope the entire school gets into it like we did in the 70's. Heck, I mean the entire community, too. I look over the pictures, newspaper stories, and memories and remember what a great time it was for everyone. Those students learned that you don't need chemicals to have the time of your life--one that you will remember until you die. I'm getting up there in age and all I ask for is one more state championship before I die---although I'll certainly take more than one.

 

[bandkid]

I know we are all excited by the coaching changes, but us old timers remember well the quiet confidence of coaches, players, fans of the 70's. Correct me if I am wrong, but we let our actions on and off the field speak for us, rather than our mouths. This first year, I just hope we don't overload our rear ends with too much talking. Go Indians!

Hopefully, if we do open our mouths, they won't be able to hear us over the LOUD sound of Cherokee.

Just kidding. I agree with you wholeheartedly. I'm confident in Coach Faircloth, the other new coaches, and their abilities, but it's probably not a good idea to put too much pressure and place too many expectations on what is essentially a brand new program.

By the way, I like the Roosevelt quote. That really fits this thread.