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Rams look to end losing skid against Stafford

 

Oct 9, 2008

 

Tomorrow night the Rams (1-5, 0-3) host the Bulldogs of Sanfford. Safford is 2-1 in the region knocking off Florence and Santa Cruz thus far.

 

The Rams are struggling on both sides of the ball this season, so hopefully they can put a nice winning steak together and finish the season strong.

 

Pictures from Coolidge game

 

Oct 9, 2008

 

Check out the sweet pix from the Coolidge game.

Pix taken by

 

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Photos are courtesy of Amy Jamieson of Amy Jamieson

Photography. She takes sweet pix.

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Bears shut out Rams 49 - 0

 

Sept 21st, 2008

 

The Rams fell to 1-3 on the season getting shutout and dominated by the Bears from Coolidge.

 

Coolidge's aerial attack was led by junior QB Charlie Garrett, who threw for six TD's on the night. The running game was led by running back Jeremy White, who found the end zone 35 ticks into the game.

 

The Rams offensive line failed to protect and give

QB Brian Nechamkin time to make plays. Nechamkin

was sacked ten times through out the course of the game.

 

The Rams inability to throw the ball gave Coolidge the opportunity to stack eight men in the box and control the line of scrimmage.

 

Rams host Coolidge Fri night

Sept 18th, 2008

The Rams kick off regional play at home Friday night against the (0-2) Bears of Coolidge.

The Rams are (1-2) going into Regional play.

 

The Rams found a running game last week in junior's Davon

Snell and Kendall Morris, who combined for 278 rushing yards

in last week's win against Bourgade.

 

The Rams Offensive line led by Eric Chavez and

Jacob Dickerson must help control the line of

scrimmage, open up holes for the running game

and give young quarterback Brian Nechamkin time

to throw the ball. A balanced attack is a must

against a team like Coolidge. The Bears will stack

8 or 9 in the box and shutdown the Rams' ground

game, so giving Nechamkin time to throw is a must.

 

Coolidge is among the best football programs in 3A.

The Bears have 15 returning starters on both sides of the ball.

Coolidge is coming off a (10-3) season losing in the 3A

Championship game. Just like last season Coolidge lost to

Round Valley and Blue Ridge right out the gate, but look for them

to contend for the 3A South Conference title.

 

Running back Jeremy White will have big shoes to fill with the

graduation of All State running back Brad Jackson. Jackson was

a game breaking runner, who rushed for over 1,600 yards last season.

Coach Hernandez and his staff will have to overcome lack of size

and depth if they are to make another run at a state title.

 

Good Luck Rams! Play with pride, passion and heart!

 

Special thanks to Frank Boyce and Shamrock Farms

 

Sept 15th, 2008

 

Special thanks goes out to Frank Boyce and

Shamrock Farms for supporting MHS Football.

We appreciate your continued support.

 

 

 

 

Rams hold on for the W

 

Sept 15th, 2008

 

The 0-2 Rams picked up their first win on the road Friday night downing the Golden Eagles of Bourgade 28 - 20.

 

The running back tandem of Davon Snell and Kendall Morris combined for 278 rushing yards. Snell rushed for 189 yards on 15 carries, while Morris picked up 89 yards. Morris had the night's longest run going 62-yards for the TD. Later in the contest Snell found the end zone from 39-yards out.

 

   jr. running back Davon Snell racked up 189 yards on the ground

 

On the defensive side of the ball cornerback JJ pearson picked off two passes and returned one for a TD. Corner back Vince Bailey recovered a fumble and took it in from 13-yards out. With time running out Bourgade went for the end zone and Rams safety Morris picked off the final pass of game deep in Maricopa territory to seal the victory for the Rams.

 

The Rams executed great in the first half, but the second half was a different story.

The Rams turned the ball over twice in the second half which led to

Golden Eagle TD's.

 

Coach Brandt was not pleased with his team's second half performance. During the postgame pep talk he stressed to the team that they needed to play four quarters of football.

 

Next up for the Rams is the Coolidge Bears. Coolidge has dominated the 3A South Region for years and has gone to the 3A finals the last four years.

 

Game time is 7p.m at MHS!

 

 Rams on the road tonight

 

Sept 12th, 2008

 

The 0-2 Rams travel to Bourgade tonight to do battle with the 0-2 Eagles. Game is at 7:00p.m.

 

 Pictures from Game 2

 

Sept 12th, 2008

 

Check out the sweet pix from last week's game.

 

Go here to view pix

 

Photos are by Amy Jamieson of Amy Jamieson

Photography. She takes sweet pix.

Check out her website!

http://www.amyjamiesonphotography.com/

 

Scores from Week 1

 

August 30th, 2008

 

Maricopa  0
Estrella Foothills  21


Coolidge  0
Round Valley  41

 

Florence  0
Wickenburg  55


Blue Ridge  23
Safford  7


Parker  0
Santa Cruz  45


Empire  46
Hayden  13

 

Payson  26
Fountain Hills  0

 

Rams kickoff at Estrella Foothills tonight

 

August 29th, 2008

 

Tonight's varsity game is on the road at

Estrella Foothills High School. The Rams

beat Estrella 20-13 nail biter last season.

 

 

Good luck tonight boy's

Play hard and play as a team!

 

Estrella Foothill's High School

13033 South Estrella Parkway
Goodyear, Arizona 85338

 

Directions from Copa can be found here

 

 Jay Vee game moved to Estrella Foothills

 

August 28th, 2008

 

Tonight's Jay Vee game has been moved to

Estrella Foothills High School, since the new stadium is not completed. The stadium should be completed by early next week.

Here is the address

 

13033 South Estrella Parkway
Goodyear, Arizona 85338

 

Directions from Copa can be found here

 

Arizona’s top linebackers

 

August 24, 2008

Here is a pre-season glance at Arizona’s top high school linebackers for the 2008 season.

 

The list was assembled by Scout.com Southwest Recruiting Analyst Jason Jewell.

 

 

Information below can be found on scout.com

 

1.) Anthony Jones- Hamilton- 6-2 210- I absolutely love this kid’s motor. He makes plays all over the field. Currently holds four D1 offers.

2.) Rueben Robinson- Hamilton- 6-3 215- This Oregon State commit is transitioning from safety where he showed the knack for making the big hit last year.

3.) Anthony Rose- Marcos de Niza- 6-1 200- Pima Region’s defensive player of the year and it is easy to see why. Recorded 145 tackles and 3 sacks. Has committed to Arizona State.

4.) Jake Fischer- Ironwood Ridge- 6-0 225- This tackling machine is a true middle backer. Show nice explosion and is a tough running back as well. Holds offers from Arizona and Colorado.

5.) Reggie Umuolo- Centennial- 5-11 200- The strong and explosive Umuolo has early verbaled to UNLV.

6.) Rodney Reagans- Chandler- 6-1 220- An all-state pick last year at Coolidge, Reagans has transferred to Chandler and is eager to show that he can hang with the big boys in 5A.

7.) Ryan Reardon- Notre Dame- 6-1 215- Tough two-way player, holds an early offer from Army.

8.) Mike Chocholosek- Mt. Ridge- 6-0 205- Earned region defensive player of the year honors after recording 119 tackles.

9.) Ray Cottman- Ironwood Ridge- 6-1 210- This all-region pick as on the verge of getting several mid-major offers. Recorded 102 tackles and 3 sacks last year.

10.) Anthony Greco- Notre Dame- 6-1 215- Also holds an offer from Army, Greco racked up an amazing 145 tackles last year for the 4A2 state champs.

11.) Tommy Brown- Skyline- 6-0 200- An all-region RB and LB, Brown terrorized opponent for 125 tackles as a junior.

12.) Brad Cunningham- Mt. Ridge- 6-0 200- Chocho, Cunningham and Brett Hager might make up the best LB trio in the state.

13.) Jesse Harper- Paradise Valley- 5-10 220- 1st team all-region pick in a tough 4A1 Desert Sky region.

14.) Adam Holzmeister- Brophy- 5-10 190- This kid has a nose for the football. Made a ton of big plays helping the Broncos to the 5A1 state title.

15.) Shad Bride- St. Johns- 5-11 195- Bride is mainly known for his ability as a 2,000+ yard rusher. But he is also a standout linebacker that made 99 tackles last year.

 

Riser

 

Steel Armstrong- Blue Ridge- 6-1 210- Not many are talking about this all-state selection that recorded 147 tackles. Blue Ridge always plays tough defense and Armstrong was the leader of that group last year.

 

Others to Watch

 

Ramon Abreu- Marcos- 5-9 175

Vince Adams- Catalina Foothills

Alexis Aguirre- Douglas- 5-9 170

David Alfaro- Coronado- 5-10 190

Dane Andrews- Cactus Shadows

Austin Arias (Jr)- Centennial- 6-0 200

Josh Baty- Basha- 6-1 230

Jared Beebe- Deer Valley- 6-2 215

Kyle Benson (Jr)- Corona- 6-2 180

David Berg- Desert Edge- 5-9 190

Jake Brown (Jr)- Paradise Valley- 5-10 190

Demitrius Burnett- Chavez- 6-0 180

Jason Burnett- Apollo- 6-1 180

David Carlen- Payson- 5-11 190

Cody Clark- Kellis- 5-9 160

Tyler Ermisch- Chaparral- 6-1 210

Justin Ferman- Apache Junction- 6-2 210

Paul Garcia- Glendale- 5-10 190

Austin Garday (Jr)- Centennial- 5-10 190

Keegan Gibbons- Salpointe- 6-0 180

Jake Goddard- Queen Creek- 5-9 190

Brett Hager- Mt. Ridge- 5-11 195

Danny Gutierrez (Jr)- Casa Grande- 5-10 205

Fred Harvey (Jr)- Goldwater

Daniel Hawkins- Peoria- 5-10 200

Chris Herron- Camelback- 6-3 195

Ryan Holmes- Chaparral- 6-1 220

Alex Johnson- North Canyon- 6-1 225

Corbin Jones- Greenway- 5-10 180

Demetri Katsoufis- North Canyon- 6-1 215

Matt Kinion- Kingman- 5-5 150

Bryan Lawrence- Agua Fria- 5-10 170

Jager Lee- Mt. Ridge- 6-1 220

Eric Liles- Coolidge- 5-10 180

Deandre Little (Jr)- Buena

Gabe Loya- Pueblo- 5-10 225

Mark Markar- Shadow Mountain

Treven Masse- North- 5-9 215

Brandon Matthews- Mt View- 5-11 180

Tanner McVicker- Higley- 5-9 180

Ben Monarrez- Cactus- 6-0 200

Johnny Morrison- Deer Valley- 5-10 180

Zach Neveleff (Jr)- Salpointe

Matt Padilla- Brophy- 5-9 205

Eric Ramsey (Jr)- Westview- 5-9 190

Michael Rodriguez- Peoria- 6-0 200

Kevin Ross- Sabino- 5-11 195

Kyle Rowland- Valley Vista- 5-9 165

Tommy Russell- Chaparral- 5-11 205

Matt Sanchez- Santa Rita- 6-0 190

Tyler Savage- Payson- 6-3 180

Joe Sayre- Salpointe- 5-11 205

Nate Scola (Jr)- Apache Junction- 5-10 175

Cody Smith- Lake Havasu- 6-0 185

Jace Smith- Higley- 5-8 165

JD Soulder- Horizon- 5-11 205

Zach Stradling- Mesa- 5-9 210

Collin Stoffel- Willow Canyon- 6-0 200

Austin Swindle- Saguaro- 5-11 200

Anthony Tasker- Dysart

Joe Wallace- Buena- 6-0 200

Jeremi Williams- Desert Edge- 5-11 210

Matt Williams- Cactus Shadows- 5-10 185

 

Rams cards are now on sale

 

August 18, 2008

 

Ram cards are now on sale!!!!! The cards are $20 this year and come a variety of discounts. See the discounts below

 

 

Discounts include

Arena Sports: Grill Free Entree w/purchase of Entree and 2 Beverages

Teakwoods: Grill Free Entree w/purchase of Entree and 2 Beverages

Barros Pizza: $2:00 off Large Pizza (All Valley Locations)

Native New Yorker: Free appetizer w/purchase of two Entrees

Papa John's: Free large or Xlarge w/purchase of lrg or Xlrg of equal or great value

Water and Ice: Free smoothie w/pur of same(eql/gtr value

Sonic: Free extra long cheese coney w/pur of same

Sonic: Free single patty burger w/pur of same

Arizona Elite: 3 Free tanning sessions

Subway: Free 6" w/purch of a 6" and and 32 oz drink

Fat Daddy's Pizz: Free medium cheese pizza w/purch of large

Quiznos: Free drink with any sub

Arena Sports Grill: 10 bucks off any purchase of 35.00 or more

Firestone: 10.00 bucks off lube, oil and filter

Del Taco: Free 1/2 pound bean and cheese burrito w/purch of same

Del Taco: Free chicken soft taco w/purch of the same

Rosatis Pizza: Free 12" cheese pizza w/purch of an 18" pizza

Fiddlesticks: 2 for 11 on any attraction(excludes Laser tag and driving range)

Texas Roadhouse: 5.00 bucks off 20.00 bucks or more

Texas Road House: Free Appetizer w/purch of an entree

Baskin Robbins: 2.99 two scoopo sundae

 

If you are interested in purchasing a Ram Cards please contact

Lori Duffy  at laduffy@qwest.net

 

Football Season begins Monday

 

August 2, 2008

 

Summer vacation will be over on Monday morning for area high school football players. Paperwork Evaluation (verify eligibility to practice and play in games) is from 7:00 a.m to 8:00 a.m. in the boys locker room at the High school. Park in front of the high school and walk back to the locker room.

 

Two-a-day practices kick off on Monday afternoon. Sessions will be held from 4:00 p.m to 6:00 p.m. and from 6:30 p.m.to 8:00 p.m. If your son is participating this season

please make sure they drink plenty of water before and after practice.

 

Players will meet in the boys locker room for team meeting before practice.

Once the meeting is completed coaches and players will head over

to the baseball field to begin practice.

 

The focus during two-a-days is conditioning and covering

basic fundamentals and footwork.

 

Two-a-days practices kick off Monday, August 4th - Friday, August 8th.
4:00-6:00 p.m. Technical Drills
6:00-6:30 p.m. Break
6:30-8:00 p.m. Conditioning
 

Practice will also be held on Saturday, August 9th

from 6 a.m. - 8 a.m.
 

The rest of the practices will be determined by the completion date of the new football field.

 

2008 Rams Game Schedule

 

August 2, 2008

 

2008 Maricopa Rams Varsity Football Schedule    
Date Opponent Location  Type Event Score
      Scrimmage 7 p.m.  
8-29-08 Estrella Foothills Away Non-Region 7 p.m.  
9-05-08 Wickenburg Home Non-Region 7 p.m.  
9-12-08 Bourgade Away Non-Region 7 p.m.  
9-19-08 Coolidge Home Region

 

7 p.m.  
9-26-08 Empire Away Region

 

7 p.m.  
10-03-08 Fountain Hills Away Region

 

7 p.m.  
10-10-08 Safford Home Region

 

7 p.m.  
10-17-08 Santa Cruz Away Region

 

7 p.m.  
10-24-08 Florence Away Region

 

7 p.m.  
10-31-08 Globe Home Region

 

7 p.m.  
           

 

Become a 2008 Business Booster

 

July 1, 2008

 

Thank you for your continuous support in our community. As the 2008-2009 school year approaches

 we are asking business owners to support the Maricopa Football Booster Club. This club is in its 4th year. The support we have received in previous years has made it possible for the Maricopa Football Booster Club to provide our high school team with the equipment and uniforms they desperately needed, an end of year banquet and a $500.00 scholarship. With your continued support, the scholarship amount will continue to grow.  Click here for the member form!

 

2008 Season Schedule is out!

July 1, 2008

 

View it here

 

Booster Club Presents The first annual “KICK OFF” BAR-B-QUE

 

June 6, 2008

 

JUST A REMINDER

MARICOPA RAMS FOOTBALL BOOSTER CLUB PRESENTS THE FIRST ANNUAL “KICK OFF” BAR-B-QUE


It’s a new season, be a part of the excitement!
When: Saturday June 7th, 2008
Where: Pacana Park
Time: 4:00-7:00 PM

Click here for an event flyer.
This is a great opportunity to meet and greet the new Booster Club Officers.
Sign up for various volunteer positions.

 

Summer Passing league at Camelback

 

June 3, 2008

 

The coaches and participating players will meet at Maricopa high school on Thursday June 4 at 3:15p.m and depart at 3:30pm.

 

The passing league tourney will held at Camelback High School in Phoenix. See Map for directions.

Also See the June Calendar for practice and passing league dates and times.

 

Summer Passing league season begins

June 2, 2008

 

The coaches and participating players will meet at Maricopa high school on Tuesday June 3 at 4:15p.m and depart at 4:30pm.

 

The passing league tourney will held at Seton High School in Chandler. Seton High School is located on the northwest corner of Dobson and Ray. See Map for directions.

 

 Booster Club Presents The first annual “KICK OFF” BAR-B-QUE

 

June 2, 2008

 

MARICOPA RAMS FOOTBALL BOOSTER CLUB PRESENTS THE FIRST ANNUAL “KICK OFF” BAR-B-QUE


It’s a new season, be a part of the excitement!
When: Saturday June 7th, 2008
Where: Pacana Park
Time: 4:00-7:00 PM

Click here for an event flyer.
This is a great opportunity to meet and greet the new Booster Club Officers.
Sign up for various volunteer positions.

 

 

 

 Spring Practice begins on Monday

 

April, 23, 2008

 

The Maricopa High School football team begins its spring practice sessions on Monday, April 28 at 4:00p.m. Practices will run from 4:00p.m to 6:30p.m. The Rams will have 14 practices this spring.

 

   

The Rams are coming off a 6-5 season and are bringing back more than half of their starters from last year's team.

Head Coach Tyler Brandt prepares for his second spring with the Rams. Spring practice will help set the tone for the upcoming season.

 

Calendars for April and May

 

 

 Fierros selected for 1A-3A All star game

 

April 23, 2008

 

Matt "mini bus" Fierros has been selected to represent the south team in this summer's 1A-3A All-star game. Nine players, including Fierros were selected from the 3A south region. Details on the game will be posted soon.

 

SOUTH
1A/3A South School

Eric Breltner Estrella FH
Josh Garcia Empire
Brad Jackson Coolidge
Randy Owen Ajo
Jace Voss Morenci
Curtis Jones Pima
Gabe Corona Duncan
Luis Martinez Valley Union
Trevor Declay Fort Thomas
Cameron Rowland Miami
Alejandro Estrada Hayden
Everett Black South Pt
David Nichols Thatcher
Daniel Dofson Tombstone
Luke Boardman Benso
Matt Fierras Maricopa
Alan Feichler Chino
Jim Hubick Fountain Hills
Brian Baggelli Yuma Catholic
Darnell Scroggins Safford
Pat Cann Santa Cruz
Kellen Henderson Wickenburg
Cash Clemmens Florence
Brandon Langston River Valley
Drew Vaughan Wickenburg
Mike Miller Wickenburg
Mike Guerro Santa Cruz
Josh Clelland Chino Valley
Jordan Borke Sedona

NORTH
1A/3A North School

Harold Quintero Alchesay
Brian Mundstock AZ Lutheran
Gavin Beaudry Bagdad
Damien Baca Camp Verde
Ty Griffiths Fredonia
Alex Tsosie Ganado
Carlos Barela Holbrook
William Griffith Joseph City
Luke O'Sullivan Mayer
Josh Davis Mogollon
Bobby Priest NWS
Nick Alexander Payson
Chuck Hall Phx Christian
Henry Benally Rough Rock
Evan Hamblin Round Valley
Ryan Tully Scotts Christian
Cody Overley Snowflake
Randall Brooke St. John's
John Kredit Valley Christian
Troy Roffi Valley Christian
Jacob Krause Valley Lutheran
Zach Gage Westwind Prep
Enzo Clapper Williams
Joe Larsen Winslow
Mike Lundgren Blue Ridge
Jared MacArthur Show Low
Derek Giger Show Low
Jordan Nikolaus Show Low
Bryan Williams Blue Ridge
Dwight Boyd Blue Ridge
John Akers AZ Lutheran
Logan Rogers Snowflake

 

 QB Clemans to participate in Down Under Bowl

April 1, 2008

 

In the words of Will Clemans

 

Dear Rams Football Supporters,

 

I have been invited to represent the State of Arizona in the Down Under Bowl which will take place on the Gold coast of Queensland, Australia, June 12-24. The cost for participating in this once in lifetime experience is $3,000. This covers airfare, room and board and the opportunity to play in two football games with my cousin Cash.

 

The Down Under experience includes 7 days in Australia and 4 days in Hawaii.

 

 

Australia

  • Compete in 2 football games
  • Experience a new culture
  • Visit a wildlife sanctuary and theme park

 

Hawaii

 

  • Explore the island of Oahu
  • Surf and sun in Waikiki
  • Polynesian Cultural Show and Luau
  • Visit Peal Harbor and Diamond Head

 

 Any donations will be greatly appreciated and will help me in this once in a lifetime opportunity.   Donations need to be received by April 30, 2008.

Please send to:

 

Will Clemans

22743 N. Aaron Rd.

Maricopa, AZ.  85238

 

On my return I will post pictures on this website for all you to see.

 

Thank you for your support

 

 Will Clemans

Class of 2008

 

 

 

Matt Fierros 2007 Highlight Clip

 

click here for a 2007 Matt Fierros  highlight clip

 

 

 Will Clemans 2007 Highlight Clip

 

click here for a 2007 Will Clemans highlight clip

 

 

Football parents get involved?

 

Football Parents it's time to get involved and help out. Become a member of the Maricopa Football Booster Club today. Go here for details!

 

 

 End of the year Highlight clip

 

Click here for a end of the year video

 

 

3A South All-Region Teams

 

Dec 11, 2007

 

First Team 3A South Offense
RB-Matt Fierros-Copa
OL-Chris Wilson-Copa
 
First Team 3A South Defense
DL-Tony Jones-Copa
LB-Matt Fierros-Copa
 
First Team 3A South Utility
UTL-Cody Seymore-Copa
  
Second Team 3A South Defense
DB-Vince Bailey-Copa
 
Honorable Mention 3A Region
Matt Fierros-Copa-Kicker
Eric Chavez-Copa-OL
Blake Schwanback-Copa-RB, LB
Chris Wilson-Copa-DL

 

Pat Cann - Santa Cruz - Offensive Player of the Year
Mike Guerro Santa Cruz -Defensive Player of the Year
Carlos Hernandez  Coolidge- Coach of the Year
 
1st Team
QB-Cash Clemans-Florence
RB-Pat Cann-Santa Cruz, Brad Jackson-Coolidge, Matt Fierros-Copa, Daryl Scroggins-Safford.
WR-Andy Martinez-Florence, Josh Garcia-Empire.
OL-Nik White-Coolidge, Miguel Cazares-Santa Cruz, Chris Wilson-Copa, Conor Ruppert-Ftn Hills, Albert Munoz-Empire.
K-Steve Langston-Ftn Hills
Utility-Justin Smith-Safford
DL-Caesar Molina-Coolidge, Anthony Cassillo-Ftn. Hills, Omar Harris-SC, Tony Jones-Copa.
LB-Mike Guerro-SC, Eric Liles-Cool, Brady Wager-Globe, Jim Hubick-FH, Matt Fierros-Copa, Rodney Reagans-Cool.
DB-Kevin Mitchel-Cool, Ed Brady-SC, Justin Smith-Safford,
P-Tim Ashley-FH
UTL-Cody Seymore-Copa


2nd Team
QB-Jason Fairfield FH
RB-Jeremy White-Cool, Albert Casella-Emp, Jeremy Baker-FH.
WR-Kevin Mitchel-Cool, Tyrell Andrews-Safford.
OL-Devon Torres-Florence, Derrick Gonzales-Cool, Bobby Row-FH, Travis Douglas-SC, Jason Barquin-Safford.
K-Cody Barber-Cool
UTL-Ed Brady-SC
DL-Mark Krauss-Florence, ROger Madrid-Safford, Fabian Ruiz-Cool, Albert Munoz-Emp.
LB-Devon Torres-Florence, Andrew Ashford-Cool, Levi Jones-Saff, Josh Garcia-Emp.
DB-Cash Clemans-Florence, Josh Leger-FH, Vince Bailey-Copa
UTL-Anthony Vidales-EMP
HM
Charlie Garret-Cool QB, Matt Fierros-Copa K, Brady Wager-Globe UTL, OL:Clay Gillespie-Cool, Chase Simon-Flo, Eric Chavez-Copa, Danial Zonia-Saff, Joe McDonough-Emp.WR: Joseph Douglas-SC, Josh Trulson-FH. RB: Blake Schwanback-Copa. DB:Tyrell Andrews-Saff, Tommy Cortez-SC, Jayrome Cade-Cool. LB:Devon Strong, Tyler Romack, Jon Kouts, Chase Simon-Florence, Blake Schwanbeck-Copa. DL: Brian Burgner-Globe, Chris Wilson-Copa, Brian Boehm-Saff, Vince Ellis-Cool...
 

 

Rams KO'd in Round one

Nov 9th, 2007

 

The Rams of Maricopa fell to the Bulldogs of Winslow 38-13 on Friday night.

 

The Bulldogs found the end zone in the middle of the first quarter when QB Mathew Smith took it up the middle from 10-yards out, giving the Bulldogs a 6 - 0 lead. The extra point attempt by Stacey Berg failed.

 

Early in the second quarter Rams QB Will Clemans was picked off by safety Kirk Ramsey. Ramsey returned it 55-yards for the touchdown, giving the Bulldogs a 12 - 0 lead. The two point conversion failed.

 

Rams running back Matt Fierros returned on the ensuing kick off to the Window 35-yard line. The Rams offense got down to the Winslow 10-yard and went for three. The 20-yard field goal attempt by Fierros was blocked.

 

With 20 seconds left in the first half Winslow running back John Gonzales found the end zone from 3-yards out. The PAT was successful and the Bulldogs a 21 - 0 lead at the half.

 

Rams quarterback Clemans was intercepted by Bulldog linebacker Paul Guzman. Guzman returned it 47-yards for the TD. The PAT by Stacey Berg successful, giving the Bulldogs a 31 - 0 lead with 5:13 left in the third quarter.

 

With return man Tony Jones sidelined due to an ankle injury do-it-all senior Fierros caught the ensuing kickoff and went for 47-yards, giving the Rams great field position. Later in the drive Clemans fired a pass to Blake Schwanbeck from 10-yards out for the TD. The PAT by Schwanbeck was successful cutting the deficit to 31 - 7.  

 

With 7:30 remaining the game Rams quarterback Clemans fired a bomb to his favorite wide-out Cody Seymore. Seymore went 60-yards for the TD. The 2-point conversion failed and the Rams fell to the Bulldogs 38 - 13.

 

3A Round 1 Maricopa vs. Winslow

 

Nov 1st, 2007

The Maricopa Rams are taking I-40 east to Winslow on Friday to take on the Bulldogs of Winslow High.

 

This is the Rams inaugural season at the 3A level, so making it to playoffs is big accomplishment for Coach Brandt and his Rams.

 

The Rams are peaking at the right time and are riding a three game winning steak. In the past three weeks the Ram have taken down Santa Cruz, Florence, and Globe.

 

The Rams defensive unit has really turned up the intensity the past three games. The defense is anchored by senior linebacker Matt Fierros, who finished the season with 114 tackles. Brandt will look to look defensive end Tony Jones and nose tackle Derrick Gonzales to reek havoc in the Winslow backfield. Jones finished the season with 15 sacks and is capable of containing the outside running game. 

 

End of 2007 season 3A South Region standings

1. Coolidge
2. Santa Cruz
3. Fountain Hills
4. Maricopa

 

 

More to come stay tuned!

 

The 2007 3A bracket is in place

 

Oct 30th, 2007

 

Get the official 3A bracket by clicking here

 

Coach Brandt and his Rams travel to Winslow this Friday

 

Rams make it to the playoffs

 

Oct 29th, 2007

 

The Rams(6-4) of Maricopa High School earned a spot in the 2007 playoffs with a 40-22 victory over The Tigers of Globe High School Friday night. It was the first road win of the season.

 

The running tandem of Matt "mini bus" Fierros and Blake Schwanbeck tallied 202 yards rushing and four touchdowns for the Rams.

 

Half way through the first quarter Fierros scampered 18 yards for the TD. The PAT by Fierros was good, giving the Rams a 7-0 lead.

Fierros and Schwanbeck continued to chalk up positive yardage on the ground. The Rams went for it on fourth and five from the Tiger 5-yard line. Quarterback Will Clemans dropped back and found Schwanbeck in the end zone. The extra point attempt failed, but the Rams led 13 - 0 at the half.

On the Rams first possession of the second half quarterback Clemans fired a 25-yard pass to Schwanbeck down the right side. Schwanbeck caught it turned on the jets and took it 40 yards for the TD. The extra point by Fierros was successful, giving the Rams a 20-0 lead.

 

The Tiger offense found the end zone halfway through the third quarter when quarterback Tober Francom hit Brady Wager across the middle from 11- yards out. The two point conversion run up the gut by Nathan Smith was successful, cutting the Rams lead to 20-8.

Rams return man Cody Seymore caught the ensuing kick at the Ram 15-yard line and took it all the way down to the Tiger 16-yard line, giving the Rams offense great field position. Halfway through the third QB Will "ld" Clemans called his own number and ran the keeper in from four yards out into the corner of the end zone. The extra point by Fierros was successful, giving the Rams a 27-8 lead.

On Globe’s next possession, Francom hit Wager down the left side for a completion deep in Rams territory. Wager was dragged down from behind by Rams cornerback Seymore. With four minutes remaining in the third quarter, Francom ran the keeper up the gut from 1-yard out for the TD. The extra point was successful and the Kitties I mean the Tigers trailed 27-16.

After giving up two touchdowns in the third quarter. The Rams defense redeemed itself when DE Tony "the jet" Jones dropped back, leaped up with one hand and picked off a Francom pass. Jones cut it up field and ran it back 45-yards for a TD. The extra point by Fierros was successful, giving the Rams a comfortable 34-15 lead.

Late in the fourth quarter, Clemans fired a 54-yard missile to his favorite wide out Seymore. Seymore was brought down inside the Tiger 10-yard line. On the next play Fierros went up the middle for his second rushing TD on the night. Fierros missed the extra point, but the Rams led by a score 40-22.

Fierros finished the game with a 148 rushing yards on 18 carries and two touchdowns. Schwanbeck had 60 rushing yards, 70 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Clemans passed for a 154 yards, two touchdowns and ran for another.

The defense was led by nose guard Derrick Gonzales who had eight tackles. Jones picked up his 16th sack of the season and his first interception. Defensive tackle Chris Wilson also had a sack in the contest.

The Rams secured a spot in the playoffs and are heading down I-40 East to take on the Bulldogs of Winslow High.
 

 Rams leg out Gophers 10-7 at home

 

Oct 20, 2007

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With 34 ticks remaining on the game clock do-it-all senior Matt "mini bus" Fierros converted on a 35-yard field goal, giving the Rams a 10-7 victory over the visiting Gophers of Florence High.

This was a must win for the Rams to stay in the 3A state playoff chase and for Clemans family bragging rights as cousins Will Clemans and Cash Clemans went head to head.

The Rams defense came ready to play and rose to the occasion early in the first quarter when junior defensive lineman Derrick Gonzales sacked Gopher QB Cash Clemans deep in Gopher territory forcing the Gophers to punt.

On the Gopher’s next possession, Rams DE and state sack leader Tony "the jet" Jones dropped Clemans  in the backfield forcing the Gophers to punt it away. The Rams defense was on fire and forced the Gophers to punt on its three first quarter possessions.


The Rams offensive cylinders starting firing up late in the first quarter when junior running back running back Blake "mad max" Schwanbeck ran for 16-yards and was brought down inside the Gopher 30-yard line. Rams QB Clemans completed an eight-yard pass to wide out Cody Seymore and Matt Fierros ran for eight yards up the middle to end the first quarter.

The Rams offense missed a golden opportunity to get on the board first when they went for it on fourth and goal just inside the one yard line. The Gopher defense stacked the box and blew up the Rams offensive line stopping Clemans on the QB keeper, giving the ball back to Gopher offense.


On second down and one Gopher QB Clemans broke free from three would be tacklers with some shifty moves and  ran up the right sideline for a 59-yard gain. Clemans was caught and brought down from behind by Rams safety  and cousin Will at the Rams 31-yard line.

Later in the drive Clemans hit wide out Andy Martinez for a 24-yard gain. Three plays later Clemans threw a strike Dalton Gay from seven yards out for the TD. The PAT was successful by Martinez, giving the Gophers a 7-0 lead at the half.

On the Rams first possession of the second half Schwanbeck ran up the gut for eight yards, Fierros went for 16-yards up the left side and Clemans ran for 18-yards on the keeper. The Gophers were flagged for a late hit on Clemans out of bounds putting the Rams on the Gopher 29-yard line. Schwanbeck picked up eight more yards landing inside the Gopher ten yard line. On the next play Clemans was tossed like salad and brought down in the back field.

On fourth and four from the Gopher nine yard line, the Rams ran the statue of liberty made famous by Boise State's Ian Johnson. Clemans raised his right arm and hid the ball behind his back with his left hand. Running back Fierros grabbed from Clemans left hand went untouched up the left side for the 9-yard TD. The PAT was by Fierros was successful, tying the game at 7-7.

With Gophers driving for the go-ahead touchdown Rams sophomore safety Kendell Morris got a jump on a Clemans pass and picked it off deep in Rams territory, giving the Rams offense the ball on their own 25 yard line. Two plays later Rams QB Clemans returned the favor and was picked off, giving the ball back to the Gophers.

 

With time winding down things didn't look good for the Rams, but on the Gopher’s first offensive play, Rams junior cornerback Vince Davis forced a fumbled spun around and recovered the ball.

With time winding down and the score knotted 7-7, the Rams offense put the ball in the hands of running tandem Fierros and Schwanbeck. Fierros picked up 25 yards and, on the next play, Schwanbeck broke some ankles and went for 29 yards.

With 34 ticks remaining on the game clock do-it-all Matt "mini bus" Fierros was as cool as the other side of the pillow, as he converted on a 35-yard field goal, giving the Rams a 10-7 victory over the visiting Gophers of Florence High.

 

Clemans vs. Clemans Friday 7p.m

 

Oct 17, 2007

 

This Friday's homecoming game will be the battle of Will and Cash Clemans.

 

Rams quarterback Will "LD" Clemans is coming off his best game of the season going 12 of 15 for 180 yards. Clemans threw two TD's and ran for another in a victory over Santa Cruz.

 

Clemans will look to wide out Cody Seymore to help spread the field. Seymore had a big game last week and I expect a repeat performance. In the middle Clemans will look to tight end Devon Snell. The kid caught six balls against Safford two weeks ago, so look for him to get back on track.

 

Florence (3-5) quarterback Cash Clemans is also coming off his finest performance of the season in which he completed 12 of 20 for 246 yards. Cash hit Andy Martinez for three scores through the air.

 

Maricopa (4-4) needs this win to stay in the playoff chase. Clemans and the rest of the offense will have to run a balanced and mistake free offensive attack.

 

With linebacker Matt "mini bus" Fierros getting less carries offensively he should have a big night defensively. The kid can flat out hit and shutdown a running attack.

 Look for defensive end Tony "the jet" Jones to have big night. He should reak havoc in the Florence backfield and come up with a sack or two. If Florence kick offs to him be prepared to see him break one loose.

 

Linebacker Blake Schwanbeck will help contain the middle of the field. The kid is a competitor and plays with a lot of emotion. Super soph cornerback Vince Bailey has been a clutch performer all season. The kid is just discovering what he is capable of doing from the corner position.

 

Defensive tackle Chris Wilson needs to play with reckless abandonment and help break into the Florence backfield.

It's the last home game for seniors Wilson, Fierros, Clemans, Seymore, and Jones, so I want give Rams fans a good show.

 

The Rams have the opportunity to go 5-1 at home this season.

Come out and support them this Friday!

 

Good Luck Rams!

 

 

Clemans leads air assault in region win

 

Oct 15, 2007

 

Senior signal caller Will Clemans threw for two scores and ran for another on Friday night. Clemans completed 12 of 15 passes for 180 yards.

 

QB Will Clemans looks for the pitch. Photo courtesy of the Maricopa Tribune

 

Clemans hit senior wide out Cody Seymore for two scores in the first quarter and ran for another from 6-yards out in the third. Running back Matt "mini bus" Fierros ran one from 6-yards out in the third.

 

Blake Schwanbeck on the run. Photo courtesy of Amy Jamieson.

 

The Rams defense held the state's leading rusher Pat Cann to 10-yards in the first quarter and kept him and the Dust Devils off the board in the first and fourth quarters. Kudos to the Rams defense for rising to the occasion.

 

#24 Vince Bailey brining down Pat Cann. Photo courtesy of Amy Jamieson.

 

Cann found the end zone twice in the second quarter, and once in the third quarter. Rams sophomore cornerback Vince Bailey picked off a pass in the end zone with seconds left in the game to seal the win for the Rams. Rams Defensive end Tony "the jet" Jones had a safety and sack on the night. Kudos goes to the following defensive players: Blake Schwanbeck, Derrick Gonzales, Vince Davis, Eric Chavez, Chris Wilson, Matt Fierros, Cody Seymore, Felipe Palafox, Santiago Castro, and Kendell Morris.

 

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Photos are courtesy of Amy Jamieson of Amy  Jamieson photography.

 

Cann vs. Fierros Match-up tonight!!!!!

 

Oct 12, 2007

 

Tonight the Dust Devils from Santa Cruz  meet the Rams for the much anticipated match-up of Pat & Matt.

The 3-A regions number one and two running backs finally go head to head.  This could be a good one!

 

Good luck Rams

 

Rams travel to Safford this Friday

 

Oct 4, 2007

 

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Rams fall to Fountain Hills 31 - 19

 

Oct 3, 2007

 

#88 Tony "the jet" Jones on the move. Photo courtesy

of the Maricopa Monitor.

 

The Rams fell to the Falcons of Fountain Hills 31 - 19 on Friday night. It was the first home loss this season. The Fa