CENTRAL HOLMES CHRISTIAN TROJANS

MPSA Class 1-A, District 2

2007 Results: 6-5 overall, 5-3 in district - no playoffs

Key Losses: (WR/RB/DB/K) John Hays, (WR/RB/DB) Kasey Ingold and (OL/LB) Patrick Nolan

Head Coach: Robert Alexander (entering 2nd season)

Coach's 2008 Outlook:

Central Holmes Offense: With the departure of playmakers like Hays and Ingold, Central Holmes will rely on fullback Ricky Winstead and running back Trey Dixon to create a lot of offense this season. Of course they'll need holes to run through and that's a cause of concern with the loss of four linemen. Gaddy Terry and Jordan Clark will try to step in and fill their shoes up front.

Central Holmes Defense: The Trojans lost a good secondary from last season, meaning there's pressure on the guys up front heading into this year to cause havoc and help out the young defensive backs.  A lot of that pressure should be placed on defensive end Cole Johnson, who led the team with seven sacks in 2007. Winstead is a valuable linebacker and Jay Murtagh will be the leader of that inexperienced secondary.

Central Holmes Notable Games: Why not start the season with your biggest rival, Central Holmes does that when they travel to play Winona Christian in week one.

Coach's Key To Victory: It's pretty obvious, but things should be much smoother with Coach Alexander entering his 2nd season at the helm. The system is now familiar and the kids have a good feel for the staff. The Trojans finished with a winning record in 2007, something they hope happens again.  This time they just want to earn a spot in the playoffs.

Central Holmes Schedule

Aug. 22                       Winona Christian                       Away

Aug. 29                      Humphreys Academy*              Home

Sept. 5                       North Sunflower Academy*       Home

Sept. 12                     Greenville Christian*                   Away

Sept. 19                     Bayou Academy*                       Home

Sept. 26                     Deer Creek*                               Away

Oct. 3                         Briarfield Academy*                  Home

Oct. 10                       Carroll Academy                        Home

Oct. 17                       Strider Academy*                       Away

Oct. 24                      Sharkey-Issaquena*                   Away

Oct. 31                       Benton Academy                       Home

*denotes district game