The Massey Ratings computer, which predicted Jackson High would beat Northwest by two touchdowns, is saying Columbia Central will beat Northwest, 31-28.
Massey now ranks the Mounties No. 311 in the state, up from No. 366 before the overtime victory over J-High. Meanwhile, it ranks Columbia No. 344.
Perhaps the computer gives extra weight to the home team, which is Columbia, in making its prediction.
Columbia Central (0-1) dropped its season-opener to Grass Lake, 26-22.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Mike Pryson lists Northwest-Columbia Central game as one to watch this week
Jackson Citizen Patriot sports writer Mike Pryson has picked Thursday's game between Northwest and Columbia Central as one of the Top 5 games in the Jackson area to watch this week.
See his story here.
Pryson notes that this is the first matchup between the Mounties and the Golden Eagles since 1995. Columbia Central won that game, 20-13.
The Mounties lead the series, which dates back to 1968, 14-7. (See Rivals Archive).
The schools played eight straight games between 1968-75, with Northwest winning every matchup.
After an eight-year hiatus, the teams met again in 1984, with Columbia winning 37-15. In the second stretch, the schools played 13 straight from 1984 to 1995, with Columbia winning seven games to Northwest's six.
Here's to another long stretch of games between Northwest and Columbia Central.
See his story here.
Pryson notes that this is the first matchup between the Mounties and the Golden Eagles since 1995. Columbia Central won that game, 20-13.
The Mounties lead the series, which dates back to 1968, 14-7. (See Rivals Archive).
The schools played eight straight games between 1968-75, with Northwest winning every matchup.
After an eight-year hiatus, the teams met again in 1984, with Columbia winning 37-15. In the second stretch, the schools played 13 straight from 1984 to 1995, with Columbia winning seven games to Northwest's six.
Here's to another long stretch of games between Northwest and Columbia Central.
Friday, August 26, 2011
Northwest beats Jackson High in overtime
The Jackson Citizen Patriot's Mike Pryson has the story of Northwest's 36-35 overtime victory tonight over Jackson High at Withington Stadium.
Here's the story.
Here's the link to a photo gallery and video.
It's the Mounties first victory over the Vikings since 1974 (see the Rivals Archive here).
Here's the story.
Here's the link to a photo gallery and video.
It's the Mounties first victory over the Vikings since 1974 (see the Rivals Archive here).
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Will the Mounties' notably weaker schedule help them in 2011?
Going into the season, it appears there are two story lines (at least from afar): Northwest's lack of seniors and a schedule that is considerably weaker than in years' past.
The shortage of senior talent may hurt the team in the first few games but could bode well for the future as younger players gain more experience.
The softer schedule (thanks to a switch to the Capital Area Activities Conference's Gold Division, from the Red) could also help boost their confidence and build toward a much stronger team in 2012.
Only three teams on the Mounties' 2011 schedule had winning records a year ago: Mason (9-2), Leslie (6-4) and Cheboygan (5-4).
And notably absent are teams that went 9-0, 8-1 and 7-2 in the 2010 regular season: Lansing Catholic, Lansing Sexton and St. Johns, respectively.
But the group of younger players won't get to ease into their varsity careers. They kick off Friday at the premier venue in the county: Withington Stadium, against Jackson High.
The shortage of senior talent may hurt the team in the first few games but could bode well for the future as younger players gain more experience.
The softer schedule (thanks to a switch to the Capital Area Activities Conference's Gold Division, from the Red) could also help boost their confidence and build toward a much stronger team in 2012.
Only three teams on the Mounties' 2011 schedule had winning records a year ago: Mason (9-2), Leslie (6-4) and Cheboygan (5-4).
And notably absent are teams that went 9-0, 8-1 and 7-2 in the 2010 regular season: Lansing Catholic, Lansing Sexton and St. Johns, respectively.
But the group of younger players won't get to ease into their varsity careers. They kick off Friday at the premier venue in the county: Withington Stadium, against Jackson High.
Massey ranks Northwest No. 366 pre-season; predicts Jackson High win
Massey Ratings has Northwest selected No. 366 in the state pre-season, one slot behind Gull Lake and one in front of Union City.
Three teams on the Mounties' schedule are rated below Northwest: Western (478), Charlotte (481) and Eaton Rapids (541).
The highest-ranked team on the schedule is Mason at No. 32. (See the list here).
Friday's season-opening opponent, Jackson High, is ranked No. 267. The computer predicts the Vikings will win 28-14.
Three teams on the Mounties' schedule are rated below Northwest: Western (478), Charlotte (481) and Eaton Rapids (541).
The highest-ranked team on the schedule is Mason at No. 32. (See the list here).
Friday's season-opening opponent, Jackson High, is ranked No. 267. The computer predicts the Vikings will win 28-14.
Season opener vs. Jackson High will be broadcast live
Friday's season opener between Northwest and Jackson High will be broadcast on ESPN Radio 1450, the sports arm of WKHM.
It is the only Northwest game the station plans to broadcast this season. (See the schedule here).
The Mounties and Vikings will square off at Withington Stadium on Friday night.
Jackson High went 3-6 last year, including a 35-20 over Northwest. (See the Jackson Citizen Patriot's preview of J-High here).
It is the only Northwest game the station plans to broadcast this season. (See the schedule here).
The Mounties and Vikings will square off at Withington Stadium on Friday night.
Jackson High went 3-6 last year, including a 35-20 over Northwest. (See the Jackson Citizen Patriot's preview of J-High here).
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
VIDEO: Northwest football coach Eddie Cobb discusses the 2011 team
The Jackson Citizen Patriot (mlive.com/jackson) has published its 2011 football preview, which includes a video clip of coach Eddie Cobb discussing the team.
"I think they're desire right now is really good," Cobb says on the clip, "but the technique and all of the other things, we'll have to see about that."
"I think they're desire right now is really good," Cobb says on the clip, "but the technique and all of the other things, we'll have to see about that."
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