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getapassgrizz wrote on Jan 24, 2009 1:32 PM:

" They had a great season, but next year coach Schlaich needs to add a passing attack. heck he should have them throw 40% of the time. Also play some better teams in the non conference. Even if it means traveling a long ways it would be worth it. Why because the rest of the teams in the srv are no were near the level of the grizz's competition. "

The inqirer wrote on Nov 30, 2008 9:45 PM:

" People have been saying that Nyssa and Vale won't play Fruitland, but didn't Vale play the boys basketball team, and didn't Nyssa play their baseball team last year? Maybe this topic is only meant to cover football, but if they all hate Fruitland's AD then why would they schedule them at all? Is there some reasoning I'm missing here? "

Another Voice wrote on Nov 29, 2008 10:04 PM:

" Nyssa, Vale, and Ontario don't need FHS on schedule. Opposite for FHS. "

Former Fan wrote on Nov 29, 2008 10:02 PM:

" It wont get worked out...FHS people are to proud to admit they are wrong.

And are you kidding about Vale and Nyssa? 05 & 06 State champs and 05 & 07 Runner Up. These schools have had just as much if not more success than Fruitland. Yes FHS probably would have won but they would have been close games to teach the FHS boys how to work through adversity. Something they didn't know about with Shelley and Salmon. Those two eastern team understood it and that is why they beat the "almighty" FHS...Get over yourselves and stop acting like you were champs the past 2 years. Because you weren't. "

Hey former fan wrote on Nov 29, 2008 7:34 AM:

" Lifeways is just down the street from you!!! I think you need it big time. I can't speak for Nyssa and Vale why they are not playing Fruitland in football. But really...The last few years Fruitland would destroy both teams! Sorry..But most observers who haven't been drinking the kool-aid would agree. Last year Fruitland and Ontario would have been a good match up. I think this issue has been gone over before FORMER FAN. Let go and take a very very deep breath. Fruitland football will make it without Ontario, Nyssa and Vale on the football schedule. Likewise with the Oregon schools. If something can get worked out. It would be great for everyone. I think it is time for HOOPS! "

1 more game wrote on Nov 29, 2008 6:42 AM:

" Congrats to all the teams that made the playoffs, and hope to see all teams in the area back in the mix next year.

Now, as a friend and I were discussing, we need one more game, before the season officially ends. We need an allstar game, putting Ont,Nyssa and Vale VS Fruitland, Payette and Weiser.

Proceeds from the gate could be split between the booster clubs or better yet, the FD's from each of the towns playing, as their the the only organazations that actually get along, and work together, dispite having the river between us. Someone get on the phone and make this happen. "

former fan wrote on Nov 28, 2008 11:15 AM:

" Lets hear it...Tell us oh great one.

I can tell you why to...How about Schliagh being a baby at parma when Vale kicked his butt??? Or when Ontario got robbed??? Tell us your "point of view" "

TO Former Fan wrote on Nov 28, 2008 7:50 AM:

" You are a joke if you think playing Ontario, Vale and Nyssa will get Fruitland ready to play Eastern Idaho in football!! Some years Ontario maybe. Also you are very misinformed about why the Oregon schools won't play Fruitland. Wise up man!!! "

pantherfan wrote on Nov 27, 2008 5:04 PM:

" Congratulations on winning the 2a state championship,Parma- we are so proud of you! And congratulations to Fruitland on another great year!

GO PANTHERS! "

Another Former Fan wrote on Nov 27, 2008 1:16 PM:

" The problem is they have no competition around here and the competition that they could have they offended. Nyssa, Vale, and Ontario will not play FHS. Those 3 teams are also at the top in our area but they wont play FHS. The East is far more better than the west in Idaho. Look at the past 15-20 years. I think only 1 or 2 teams from the west have won it. They need to play better teams to get ready for the East. FHS needs to ask forgiveness from the Oregon schools so they can be ready to win it all again. But FHS is to proud and pompous to do that. Get over your pride and treat the other teams in the area with respect then FHS will be more ready for the East. More and more sports teams from VHS, OHS, and NHS are refusing to play FHS. I would say its their problem but they are more than happy to play each other. So where does the problem lay...FHS's AD and other admin!!!! "

Rob wrote on Nov 26, 2008 10:34 AM:

" Don't concern your negativity with your opinion on what Ontario needs. What we really had was a bunch of great football teams Payette, Ontario, Fruitland and Parma. "

Go Grizz wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:00 AM:

" OK! So the Grizzlies were defeated in the State Championship game. Come back next year and try it again! We're reminded at how many times Abraham Lincoln failed in politics before he won the presidency. Thomas Edison had more failures than successes. I believe Babe Ruth struck out more than twice the number of times that he homered (I'll have to do my research on that). Point is, the Grizzlies failed to win the Championship, but they're not losers. Losers are people who give up without making any attempt to go after their lives' goals

Hey, not to change the subject (ok, I'm changing the subject), but if people in this area were as passionate about things like . . . academics, music, etc. as they are about sports, then we could really make a name for ourselves. I know they could sure use it in Ontario.

There's another group of winners at Fruitland High School, and that is a group of kids led by Joel Williams. Next time you see the Grizzly Band, stand and cheer. They deserve it every bit as much as anything else I can think of. "

Old Jock wrote on Nov 25, 2008 4:40 PM:

" You can say what you want, there's no denying that those Fruitland kids are warriors. Games like the 3A Championship remind us all that it is just that--a game. Somebody gets to win and somebody else has to lose. I've never seen a team that wanted it more than the 2008 Grizzlies. And as far as them being cocky or overly confident, that is what comes with hard preparation and experience. They've had more than their share of both. I've watched most of those kids since they were 7th graders, and we all knew then that they'd end up playing in this state championship game. It just didn't turn out the way we hoped. Yes, Fruitland is sorely disappointed. Those of us from area towns had best be on the alert, because you know that once they lick their wounds, those Grizzly basketball players are going to emerge with a powerful need for revenge. Sometimes a chip on the shoulder can be a real motivation. "

Hey wow wrote on Nov 25, 2008 11:00 AM:

" Glad you got the book. "

Wow wrote on Nov 25, 2008 10:06 AM:

" I didn't say anything about the players. I even said good luck next year. I was talking about the Gomers that got on here and spouted off about how there was no team in the world that could stand up to them. Writing that Salmon would only score against the 3rd string and that Fruitland would beat them by 40 + points is boorish arrogance that needs to be pointed out. I haven't seen anyone from Parma on here saying those types of things and they won state in 2 sports! All I mentioned was that maybe the volume knob on the pride setting needs to be turned down a few notches. That's how you win friends and influence people. "

re wow post wrote on Nov 25, 2008 5:50 AM:

" Are you an adult? I know that the kids get carried away, that comes from all the towns around. It is sad that when a team has a good run, that people they play regular season try to tear them down. Heck, I know for a fact that the town of Fruitland was happy and would have cheered on Payette and Weiser till the end. So wow, maybe look a little deeper in your self and turn that negative energy into something positive instead of jealousy. "

Thankful... wrote on Nov 24, 2008 7:47 PM:

" Comments such as those from "Wow" and "Former Fan" make me so thankful for the life I enjoy. There must be some very sad, unfulfilled people out there, to be celebrating the loss of a group of high school kids. "

Wow wrote on Nov 24, 2008 12:40 PM:

" Great predictions orange and black and goorblakandorange. No one is invincible. Pride goeth before the fall. Did you hear that giant cheer go up over the whole Treasure Valley from the people tired of hearing how great Fruitland is? Better luck next year, but please save the smack talking until you have won. "

savage bro wrote on Nov 22, 2008 10:29 PM:

" Former Fan, you belong in grade school. "

Re former fan post wrote on Nov 22, 2008 9:59 PM:

" If you think getting to the state championship game three years in a row is choking, then I think you have a few marbles loose. I'm sure you are some stud football player that has been to all the state championship games all four years you have played, and won. So, my hats off to you. You should be super proud....Oh ya could you share with us all where you are from? "

former fan wrote on Nov 22, 2008 5:19 PM:

" Fruitland chokes once again...As I have always said, give them some real competition and they will show their true colors...

Hahahahahaha..... "

Jerry wrote on Nov 22, 2008 12:44 PM:

" Sorry you boys got beat. I'm real proud of you though. You did real well, especially for being a fairly new High School football program. I knew them Salmon boys would be good. Like I said, them teams close to Montana know how to play football. "

savage bro wrote on Nov 20, 2008 10:19 PM:

" You don't get to the state championship on luck. You don't beat Shelley on luck. And you don't get a shot at the Fruitland Grizzlies on luck. Mark my words, this will not be a blowout. Salmon has seen the tapes, they've been practicing in sub-freezing weather, and they are coming to town to play serious football. "

orange black wrote on Nov 20, 2008 4:03 PM:

" The championship game stats will go something like this: Crim-8 carries, 168 yards 3 TD. Nick V.-11 carries, 142 yards 1 TD also 1 int return for TD. Zach F- 8 carries 90 yard 1 TD. Kyle B fumble recovery in end zone for a TD.

Fruitland's passing game will be 1-3 for 6 yards.

Salmon will finally get a TD in the 4th against the 3rd team defense but Tyson will block the PAT.

Final 49-6 Grizz. "

goblaknorange wrote on Nov 19, 2008 10:12 PM:

" whatever the only reason why this game was close was because crim wasn't playing. salmon is not shelley from 07. also schlaich probaly has a passing attack he just doesn't need it. so with crim playing you can expect your blowout. prediction final score fruitland 52 salmon 14 "

Jerry wrote on Nov 19, 2008 8:46 AM:

" When did Fruitland get a football team? It's good to see those boys doing real well. Good luck in your playoff game against Salmon. I expect Salmon to have a good football team. Salmon is very close to Montana and Montana always has excellent football teams. "

re bunch up billow wrote on Nov 19, 2008 4:34 AM:

" Sounds to me like you are the one trying to stir the crap up...Orange black stated the facts as (he,she) saw them and didn't bring another team down in any way. I think you are a kid or from another town or both. "

bunch up billow out wrote on Nov 18, 2008 5:58 PM:

" Isn't 66-0 good enough for you? Gee whiz, it was the 8th grade defense that gave up the 22 points a couple of games ago, I think the 1st teamers will be just fine against Salmon. And it does not matter in the least that we are unable the move the ball via the pass. When we can break off 9 yards every time we run, I'd rather not see the ball in the air. Orange Black, get a life,you are probably just a jealous OHS fan trying to stir something up on this forum. GO GRIZZ "

Old Jock wrote on Nov 18, 2008 3:10 PM:

" It's exciting to see Salmon making it to the championship game. They are a school with many disadvantages including low,low budget and unbelievably long travel distances for every game they play. Putting Shelley out of the running was a real coup for them. I predict that this will be a different kind of battle for Fruitland, one that is winnable, but not the kind of polished competition they're used to. Should be a great game! "

Grizz wrote on Nov 17, 2008 10:21 AM:

" Have faith orange and black. Coach Sly will have them ready and you will see our boys playing A+ ball, this is it for most of them. Think about this sr class, they have only lost 1 game in 3 years, they will be ready!!! Hopefully coach will open the play book a little this time and let them hang it all out. Good luck guys...we are all proud of you!!!! "

imagrizzfan wrote on Nov 17, 2008 7:33 AM:

" Wow orange black, you need to do some yoga. I really think that the boys will be just fine, they will just grind away the yardage like they always do. Will it be enough? I don't know. One positive is that Crim will be back in the action and that can only help. GO GRIZZ!! Bring home the hardware. "

orange black wrote on Nov 16, 2008 9:45 AM:

" The championship game vs. Salmon scares me to death. Our games have become nail biters and I'm afraid we have lost our killer instinct. We should be blowing out these weak sisters in the playoffs. Our winning margins are shrinking faster than my 401k. I hope we can develop a passing attack this week in case we need it like we did last year in the final game. "

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