Serious question…are there actually high school football programs out there that have kids that don’t show up for summer training and still expect to play? Our attendance has been 85-90% every year and it’s not even talked about.
Let me restate and elaborate. The best high school football is played in Florida. Give our coaches the resources, facilities and pay that is given in Georgia and Texas and the margin would be even greater. We do more with less because our players are just that much better.
It’s Great to be a Miami Hurricane. I grew up in the hills of West Virginia but became a man around these brothers. Being a part of something that special and being able to relive it every time we’re together is something I seriously cherish. 20 years ago feels like yesterday.
Questions I’m asked by college coaches on the regular and usually in this order:
1. How are his grades?
2. How is he in the weight room?
3. What other sports does he play?
4. What kind of teammate is he?
5. Is he coachable?
Lets focus on these instead of just collecting offers!
No knock on Derwin James. Congrats on being drafted in the 1st round...but for the last time please stop with these Sean Taylor comparisons!! Not even close!! There’s only one ST26. Nuff said!!
I’m calling it now...
@LSUfootball
wins the National Championship and when they do people will finally see the genius of
@TommyMoffitt
Will be part of National Championships under 3
@LSUfootball
head coaches and has assistants sprinkled throughout college football landscape.
High school recruiting has forever changed. If you get a committable offer you better jump on it and not wait for a bigger opportunity. Coaches, don’t offer if it’s not. Fewer high schools kids will sign moving forward. The road for those next level players is forever altered.
Picture this: dude from small town West Virginia realizes a dream and becomes a
@CanesFootball
and this was my first game? Can you say EYE OPENER?? Let’s Go!!
I want football this year. Certain kids need this season for the rest of their lives. Why can’t we sit down and make it happen in a safe and effective way.
Anonymous Coach: Harvey,
@Johnny5Newton
is a great high school player but we don’t think he’s good enough to play for us.
@Johnny5Newton
: Just Watch Me!!
Harvey: 2023
@CCCMaraudersFB
has guys that can help your big time programs. Don’t make the same mistake.
I’ve tried.
The way a college staff handles the recruitment of a high school kid is a direct reflection of how that kid should expect their college experience to be under them. There’s a certain way to do things and if you can’t do that I don’t want my kids playing for you. EVER!!
Didn’t end the way we liked but I wouldn’t trade our guys for anything in the world. As a matter of fact give me more just like them with our coaches developing them and things may get interesting. Our guys know how to work. That’s why there’s no other in the area like them.
After this you won’t hear from me until after Thursday, but if my guys resumes don’t impress then I really question the people looking to fill their rosters. Our seniors are football players and it’s about time people recognize it.
#TeamOverMe
@Dwight_XOS
@larryblustein
Big thanks to our 20 seniors who brought it every week and did everything we asked of them. Successful programs are built by players and this edition did not fail in taking that next step. They are the reason
@CCCMarauders
is the best program in Pinellas County.
#TeamOverMe
Old school Thought: I am not a fan of guys “chatting it up” after a game. Picture taking, laughing and just being ok with the butt whipping you just took or even the one you just gave. Be a sportsman, shake hands and move on. If he’s your boy, call him the next day.
If you’re looking for something to do next Friday I have an option for you. James Brian Thomas Stadium. 7:30pm. State Semifinal game. A lot of you guys forget where we are until we’re the last ones standing. We will still welcome you with open arms.
#TeamOverMe
#DoTheWork
I stole this idea from the state of Ohio. Our kids deserve a shot at a season and it’s our job to help. Please Social Distance...Wash Your Hands...WEAR A MASK!!
#IwantASeasonFlorida
Spread the word!!
As I flip through the channels on this Saturday in December, I have found no less than two different state championship games being played on cable television here in Tampa Bay. The problem is none of them are in Florida. That’s a problem.
Added to the wall yesterday. A little later than usual and a new group will need to be added soon but it does take me back. Great group of guys with very bright futures. Tradition never graduates!!
#TeamOverMe
The hometown team
@USFFootball
we’re on campus last night from warm ups through post game prayer. We love our guys and think they will make some teams better in the future. Apparently
@CoachCamAiken
must think so as well. Thanks for coming coach!!
Congrats
@BPS_Football
on your state Title run. Great program ran by a legend in Dom Caio. There is one juggernaut in the state of Florida in
@Nadeboyz
and then a bunch of great high school teams. We just continue to draw the short straw. Still love the competition.
2 National Championship games as a player but never was I so anxious and excited as I am now for this weeks State Championship Game. I really cannot wait to finally see this program and these players on the biggest stage.
#TeamOverMe
#ScaleTheWall
I lose faith in the process but still know that the truth always comes out in the end. Told so many people during his recruitment that this kid was special but
@Rivals
@247Sports
and other know it alls said different. Now they know.
Learned a valuable lesson last night. In coaching trust your players to do what they do best. Never more proud of a team that has been able to fight in extreme circumstances. 20 point under dogs in your homecoming is a tough pill to swallow. CCC 35 USchool 14.
#FlipTheScript
2 weeks into summer program. 50-55 kids in attendance everyday with all 62 in program accounted for. For those who think our kids are lucky for what they’ve earned I encourage you to see the work
@CCCMaraudersFB
puts in throughout the year.
#TeamOverMe
#IAmWilling24
Monday will be the start of my 35th football season. 18 as a player from starting at the age of 5 years old. This will be 17th year coaching. I have to admit I’m just as anxious as ever. That’s how you know you still have that fire. Dang this is a great game!!
This is why he is the best to ever do it. No player should ever have to go at it alone. The respect a coach gets from his players is a direct reflection of the respect he gives them.
Message to all those who are signing tomorrow and those who are still deciding. It’s not going to always be sunshine and rainbows. You are no longer being recruited. Expect to be coached hard and never QUIT!! Go make your people proud and make a future for yourself.
#TeamOverMe
January 2, 2020 was the last day I saw my parents and family in West Virginia. Covid-19 took a lot from many people in 2020 and still tries to today. Tomorrow, the family and I fly to WV for the first time in 15 months. Country roads take me home...Come on MOUNTAINS!!
Everyone is complaining/whining about the same teams playing for a National Championship again. Just like people in FL complain about the same HS teams winning every year. Maybe they’re doing things the way they’re supposed to be done. Stop sounding soft and catch up.
Going through some pictures on my phone today and came across this dude! I never claimed to be a very good player but dang it if I wasn’t surround by a bunch. I coach because of guys like
@CoachKehoe
. Appreciate and love ya coach!!
No matter what happens over the next 6 months
@Johnny5Newton
has made us all proud. He was a great
@CCCMaraudersFB
representative. Proud of you big dog.
In his final game with the Illini, Star DT Johnny Newton stayed after the game to take pictures, sign autographs and talk with anyone and everyone that was left in the stadium.
The team that drafts Newton, is truly getting a class act and an unbelievable player
@Johnny5Newton
The 2024
@CCCMaraudersFB
schedule is made up of four 2023 State Finalists, 1 state champion and a National Powerhouse. In order to be the best you have to prepare by playing the best. Bring on Spring Football.
#TeamOverMe
I’m going to write this for all to see.
@CCCMaraudersFB
goal is to be the first team in Pinellas County to win a Florida State Championship in football. It’s not a one year process. It’s been in the works for a while and never have we been closer. Let’s go!!
#TeamOverMe
There are millions of high school seniors who are depending on this football season in order to set themselves up for their future. The joy of their successes far outweigh your discomfort of wearing a mask! Shut up and wear a MASK!! If you don’t want to wear it...STAY HOME!
District championships have not been a possibility since 2016. We do not take it lightly nor undervalue any championship. Congrats on your win and realize what’s next. Your
@CCCMaraudersFB
family is anxiously watching. Make them proud!!
#TeamOverMe
#ScaleTheWall
“His Lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.”
Matthew 25:23
When a program has success it’s because groups come through together and leave their mark. This group will be remembered for the state championship run but their mark was a 4 year process. They will never be forgotten. Love you guys and can’t wait to see what the future holds.
Merry Christmas from the Harvey crew!! When I see my two little girls and how they respect this time of year for what it’s really about, I can smile knowing that’s Atleast one thing I did right. God bless!!
All these great
@NCAA
transfer rules are beneficial for kids already in college but it is debilitating for the high school student still trying to find a home or an opportunity. I love second chances for guys but don’t limit first chances for others to accomplish it.
Wow!! What a win!! Could not be more proud of
@CCCMaraudersFB
and how these young pups followed the lead of the 5 seniors tonight and came out victorious against a very talented Clearwater football team. For the record, playing tough teams matters. 35 points?? Really?
#TeamOverMe
Clearwater Central Catholic
2750 Haines Bayshore Rd
Clearwater, FL 34655
@CCCMaraudersFB
2022 District Champion
2022 Regional Champion
2022 State Finalist
2022 Record- (12-2)
*Only losses were to state finalist and state champion.
#JustInCaseYouForgot
.
#BestInTampaBay
You can keep the Stats and Stars, I’ll take my
@CCCMaraudersFB
over anyone both now and once they get to the next level. The proof is in the pudding. Our guys just know how to be ELITE. Both on the field and off.
#TeamOverMe
#ScaleTheWall
Random thought: We need districts again in Class 1A-4A in Florida High School football. Gives everyone more to play for. Helps in scheduling. Creates natural rivalries that are beneficial to all of sport. Thoughts
@FlaHSFootball
?? (Not argument worthy just wanting opinion)
To this day, no Pinellas County high school has ever won a state football championship. Is there any doubt as to which current team has what it takes to be the first. My moneys on the boys on Haines Bayshore (
@CCCMaraudersFB
). Lots of talent waiting on someone to capitalize.
We have kids in our program from as far north as Pasco County and as far south as Gulfport. We have rich kids and kids who struggle. We have naturally gifted kids and kids who have to work for every rep they may get. One of the things we have in common? We love football!!
Looked down the sideline at the spring game on Friday and saw no less that 40 former
@CCCMaraudersFB
players who came out to support their alma mater. I can’t tell what the future holds but I do know that because of them there is a solid foundation. We thank you!!
#TeamOverMe
I must admit I stay confused about how this whole recruiting thing goes. With all due respect I see kids who my guys handle easily getting offers and my guys still waiting for opportunities. Can someone enlighten me? Does film and competition really matter that little.
There’s a new form of recruiting out there. Some schools just surf the internet to see what kids are being offered by other schools and then they jump on them. With that being said…every player on my team was offered by Alabama today. Who’s up next?
To say I was proud would be an understatement. For those of you who thought that
@CCCMaraudersFB
Has lost its thunder, just know we’re going to keep working!
#TeamOverMe
#DigDeep
If we start now, which I’m ok with, I’m gonna do something I never have. I’m calling out those schools in this area who won’t play us to help us fill the voids left by schools on our schedule in areas that can’t play.
8/10 teams on
@CCCMaraudersFB
schedule made FHSAA Playoffs. All 8 advanced to the 2nd round. To be the best, you have to beat the best. Stop Dodging!! IYKYK.
Impressive offensive stat for
@CCCMaraudersFB
during the regular season. “0” fumbles. Not one fumble lost during a 10 game season screams to our guys understanding of “protecting the football”.
I know I’ve posted 20x but most people are using NIL for personal gain but former
@CCCMaraudersFB
players
@GibbonsDillan
&
@tyl3rp4ul
have found a way to use NIL for others in need. Your unselfishness is a model for all of us.
Here’s a video from the first annual
@BigManBigHeart_
“Shopping with the Players” event! So grateful for everyone at the
@BGCA_Clubs
and all the players who helped out- couldn’t have done it without you all! Can’t wait to do it bigger next year
#NoleFam
Somethings never change.
@CCCMaraudersFB
players never quite get the credit that they ultimately deserve. It’s not the crazy, nice facilities, or anything else other than our guys work and prepare like animals. I’d take mine over yours any day.
#TeamOverMe
#DoTheWork
.
I’d like to thank
@CoachStrong_USF
for his time in the Tampa Bay Area. As usual wins/losses over shadow the impact a coach has on young men. If the media would take the time to read what his players say about him they would know he did a GREAT job building men. God bless Coach!
This Friday after all the Turkey is gone and your Black Friday shopping is complete make your way to James Brian Thomas Stadium to watch
@CCCMaraudersFB
compete for a Regional Championship. It’s the only show in town.
#TeamOverMe
#DoTheWork
Our Coaches laugh at our kids who always think that people are “disrespecting” them when they get called out for not doing the right thing. Let me clarify something, I’m gonna “disrespect” you all the way to greatness or your absence. You’re either going to do right or get gone.
The truth of the matter is I love coaching
@CCCMaraudersFB
and it’s all because of the guys who have been, are and will be in our program. And you’re right, there is something special brewing. Why? Because our kids just know how to do things the right way.
#TeamOverMe
#DoTheWork
Wow!! 4 hours of sleep never felt so good. Hard to believe this time last year we were licking our wounds from a 9 OT loss. Everything happens for a reason and I’m so proud of this addition of
@CCCMaraudersFB
Thanksgiving week Football is the best!!
#TeamOverMe
Every college coach I know loves when a kid plays other sports. Mentally and physically it’s bad to lock our kids into only one thing. Let your kids play as many sports as they like. Encourage them to stretch themselves and try new things. This shows how it may end.
#TeamOverMe
@CCCMaraudersFB
towered over the competition during the regular season. Here’s to making sure we keep that going for the next 5 weeks. Go Marauders!!
#TeamOverMe
#DoTheWork
(photo courtesy of Elizabeth Holmes)
Nope. I’m not gonna say what I want to say about the recruitment of
@zacelam
I would damage relationships with schools that would ultimately harm our future
@CCCMaraudersFB
athletes. But I will say “YOU ARE DEAD WRONG” and you will regret it.
I have to say this. Our job as coaches is to support our players & help them grow as young men. They may not like what we say all the time but they should know it comes from the heart. I’m not where I want to be, but I want to be a “player builder” and not a “player pleaser”.
@CCCMaraudersFB
Could not be more proud of a group of young men who never fail to do things the right way. People preach that “nothing is an accident”. Well it’s no accident that they have the success they do. Thank you for letting me come along for the ride.
#TeamOverMe
#ZEAL
Big shoutout to the Sherman Family for hosting the CCC Marauder Football (
@CCCMaraudersFB
)team this last night. Your hospitality made for an unforgettable evening. Together, we’re not just a team, we’re a family, building something special brick by brick.
#TeamOverMe
#IAmWilling
This man
@Johnny5Newton
was the Tampa Bay offensive player of the year as a sophomore
@CCCMaraudersFB
and rushed for almost 1800 yds. And he did it with this same attitude and love for the game and an amazing desire to win. If you didn’t match it as a teammate he’d let you know.
Florida schools put too much emphasis on recruiting services and stars. Johnny never went to a camp or combine of any type and therefore he was terribly underrated. The NFL won’t need a service to see he’s a dude for them.
I often wondered why the DL-needy Florida schools didn't recruit
@Johnny5Newton
harder. He played damn near every position in 3-4 years at CCC and he's turning into a solid young player on the line for Illinois.
Prayers for the family and friends of Bobby Roundtree. One of the most gifted people I have ever been around and it had very little to do with him being an incredible player on the field. Rest easy big guy. Your spirit and energy will be missed.
Friday we had dudes who were electric with the football and violent without it. Receivers finishing blocks, skills players throwing their bodies around on Special Teams and a defense that “Swarms and Punishes” with “11 Bonners On it”!! Week 1 Loading!!
#DoTheWork
#TeamOverMe
Mark my word…the group of guys
@CCCMaraudersFB
puts on the field this year will remind people of how special this program really is, was and forever will be. I don’t know if I have ever been as excited about a group of young men. Love watching them develop and work.
#TeamOverMe
This Friday night feeling without football is something I can’t and won’t get used to. Best of luck to those still navigating this crazy year of football. Football is still best in the state of Florida!!
@CCCMaraudersFB
will be back better than ever!! 3A in FL better look out!!
The 2024
@CCCMaraudersFB
celebrated the end of their time at CCC today with graduation at Ruth Eckerd Hall. To say this group left their mark would be an understatement. Proud of all of you.
#TeamOverMe
#ForeverAMarauder
(somehow lost DJ Cookinson-must be dancin)
Question for coaches: If your recruiting class is made up of guys that come from 6 and 7 win programs or less, how do you expect them to lead you to success. You say, “we can’t coach height” I say you can’t teach a person to have a “WINNING ATTITUDE”.