It's March...a perfect time for the 2010 football season to start. Not that the Blue Devils haven't been working for the upcoming season already.
I have been in the weight roon the last two Monday's. The team has been working relentlessly. Unfortunatly, I had to spend some time away from the team this winter because I was coaching basketball at FT Binns, and more importantly, I had a son. Mackson King, a future Blue Devil DE/ OT, but that is a few years away.
This Friday I am having a Personal Trainer, Justin, come in and work out a few selected members of the 2010 Devils'. We will be using resistance bands to develop power and speed. The boys' are chomping at the bit, IT'S AWESOME! I can't wait.
Big things Devils, BIG THINGS!!!
Coach ULRICH
BDP
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
2009 Culpeper Blue Devil Football Awards
A little over a week ago the annual Blue Devil Football awards were held at CCHS.
I first want to state that this group of football players was the best group of people that I have ever been around. These are great guys and if it was possible, they all are deserving of an award.
Offensive Player of the Year: Larry Williams
Defensive Player of the Year: Cortez Rollins
Lineman of the Year: Chris Shelton
Make a Difference (MAD): Richard Carpenter
MVP: Cortez Rollins
Most Improved Player: Colin Huntt
Those are the official awards. I felt that it was necessary to give out other awards. These are both serious awards and non-serious awards.
"Foreman Award" -Cortez Rollins
"Workman Award" -Colin Huntt
"Versatility Award" -Colin Huntt
"Big Hammer Award" -Chris Shelton
"Little Hammer Award" -Matt Wince
"Big Eater Award" -Matt Franklin
"Inappropriate Attire Award" -Derek Dwyer
"Little Big Man Award" -Dustin Whisenhunt
"Foot-in-Mouth Award" -Richard Carpenter
There is no way that a 10 game season was long enough for me. I enjoyed every minute of this past season and selfishly I wanted to spend even more time with these guys. If you were around these kids then you have an idea, if you were not, you missed out on an outstanding group of young men. Men that make me proud when they call me "Coach".
Gentlemen, Thank you.
Coach Ulrich
BDP
I first want to state that this group of football players was the best group of people that I have ever been around. These are great guys and if it was possible, they all are deserving of an award.
Offensive Player of the Year: Larry Williams
Defensive Player of the Year: Cortez Rollins
Lineman of the Year: Chris Shelton
Make a Difference (MAD): Richard Carpenter
MVP: Cortez Rollins
Most Improved Player: Colin Huntt
Those are the official awards. I felt that it was necessary to give out other awards. These are both serious awards and non-serious awards.
"Foreman Award" -Cortez Rollins
"Workman Award" -Colin Huntt
"Versatility Award" -Colin Huntt
"Big Hammer Award" -Chris Shelton
"Little Hammer Award" -Matt Wince
"Big Eater Award" -Matt Franklin
"Inappropriate Attire Award" -Derek Dwyer
"Little Big Man Award" -Dustin Whisenhunt
"Foot-in-Mouth Award" -Richard Carpenter
There is no way that a 10 game season was long enough for me. I enjoyed every minute of this past season and selfishly I wanted to spend even more time with these guys. If you were around these kids then you have an idea, if you were not, you missed out on an outstanding group of young men. Men that make me proud when they call me "Coach".
Gentlemen, Thank you.
Coach Ulrich
BDP
Monday, November 9, 2009
A Game of Inches
Last Friday 11.6.09 was a great football contest between the Culpeper Blue Devils and the visiting Eastern View Cyclones.
I have never been a part of a game that was a closer in score or in competition. The game was, when all the dust had settled, a 1 point game in favor of the visitors. The scoreboard bounced back and fourth, it was a 2 point game at the half.
The two teams couldn't be more different, yet only a few miles apart.
One team big bruising ball control, line up and punish the opponent. The other swift, throw all over the field and use finesse.
The game could not have been closer. I am proud to have coached the Devils on that day. That was a game that I will never forget, ever. The players that played for me gave me everything they had and then some. They played hard and clean. They got knocked down and got up with more conviction to make the opponent pay than I have ever seen.
Today and in the coming years, I am a proud Blue Devil.
Coach ULRICH
BDP
I have never been a part of a game that was a closer in score or in competition. The game was, when all the dust had settled, a 1 point game in favor of the visitors. The scoreboard bounced back and fourth, it was a 2 point game at the half.
The two teams couldn't be more different, yet only a few miles apart.
One team big bruising ball control, line up and punish the opponent. The other swift, throw all over the field and use finesse.
The game could not have been closer. I am proud to have coached the Devils on that day. That was a game that I will never forget, ever. The players that played for me gave me everything they had and then some. They played hard and clean. They got knocked down and got up with more conviction to make the opponent pay than I have ever seen.
Today and in the coming years, I am a proud Blue Devil.
Coach ULRICH
BDP
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Eat Out and Help the Devils
This is the week we have been waiting for, the week we play The Other School.
If you get the hankerin' for some fried chicken please stop at Chick-fil-a this week. CCHS and EVHS are competing to see which school can drive the most sales through Chick-fil-a. When placing you order simply mention that you support the Devils, we get money. Simple.
Oh Friday, the day of the Big Game, there is an added contest, the team that gets the most breakfast sales also grabs an added bonus.
Support your DEVILS!!!!!!!!!!
Coach ULRICH
BDP
If you get the hankerin' for some fried chicken please stop at Chick-fil-a this week. CCHS and EVHS are competing to see which school can drive the most sales through Chick-fil-a. When placing you order simply mention that you support the Devils, we get money. Simple.
Oh Friday, the day of the Big Game, there is an added contest, the team that gets the most breakfast sales also grabs an added bonus.
Support your DEVILS!!!!!!!!!!
Coach ULRICH
BDP
Thursday, October 29, 2009
3-1 in the District
Last Friday's homecoming game was outstanding. The Devils went 4 years without a win at Broman Field for the Blue Devil faithful. A long time due, no doubt.
The Devils D was a force to be reckoned with once again. To point out that in each of our three wins this season the D has not given up ANY points. Playing lights out is an understatement. Not only did the D disallow points but they scored a TD as well. Outstanding. I could not be more proud.
I am also beaming about the fact that I feel that we have the strongest, but the best O-Line in the district. The only team that I haven't seen, either in person or on film, is Chancellor. Our O-Line is impressive. They are far from perfect, but impressive nonetheless.
I am looking forward to our game Friday against Courtland, let's see if our D can play with the Big Boys...
Coach ULRICH
BDP
The Devils D was a force to be reckoned with once again. To point out that in each of our three wins this season the D has not given up ANY points. Playing lights out is an understatement. Not only did the D disallow points but they scored a TD as well. Outstanding. I could not be more proud.
I am also beaming about the fact that I feel that we have the strongest, but the best O-Line in the district. The only team that I haven't seen, either in person or on film, is Chancellor. Our O-Line is impressive. They are far from perfect, but impressive nonetheless.
I am looking forward to our game Friday against Courtland, let's see if our D can play with the Big Boys...
Coach ULRICH
BDP
Monday, October 19, 2009
2-1 in Battlefield District
The Blue Devils overcame the Flu, horrible field/ playing conditions, bus malfunctions, and THE WORST officiating I have ever been apart of to grab our second win in the Battlefield District.
It was roughly 42 degrees and a constant rain. "The Pit" a qualified name given to the King George football field, is not only a name but a description. The field seemed to collect water from the surrounding area. Two inch deep mud at mid-field or the sideline was not uncommon in the 2nd quarter.
The Devils' D was outstanding for the second time, in both wins, coincidence?? It became apparent early on that KG would struggle to move the ball, even without some key players out due to the Flu. The O was able to grab 2 quick TD's which was enough for a win. All week we struggled in practice with even having enough players to practice 11 on 11, because of the Flu. There were several Devil's that could not even make the trip to KG and several others that did make the trip but did not dress.
Well before half-time it became clear that we would not be allowed to score anymore, not because of KG's defense, because of the officials. I am not one to complain about officiating, usually. I feel that getting the win allows us to point out that the officiating was atrocious. To be clear, I understand that there are going to be missed calls and blown calls in any given game that does not employ instant replay. What the Devils were a party to on Friday even goes beyond home officiating. I seemed as though every time we gained a 1st down there was a mysterious penalty. In fact while watching film with the team on Saturday AM, I criticized an O-lineman for virtually doing nothing and THAT was the play he was flagged for a hold. OK. I looked at the film for another played that held...NOTHING not even close. This was just one example. I was so angry during the game and it was so obvious, I began to dismiss it and focused on making sure the players kept calm and didn't get frustrated to the point of ACTUALLY committing a rule infraction. At least now it's over, Devils win, all is good.
This week's focus is Spotsy. Homecoming. There is work to do.
Coach ULRICH
BDP
It was roughly 42 degrees and a constant rain. "The Pit" a qualified name given to the King George football field, is not only a name but a description. The field seemed to collect water from the surrounding area. Two inch deep mud at mid-field or the sideline was not uncommon in the 2nd quarter.
The Devils' D was outstanding for the second time, in both wins, coincidence?? It became apparent early on that KG would struggle to move the ball, even without some key players out due to the Flu. The O was able to grab 2 quick TD's which was enough for a win. All week we struggled in practice with even having enough players to practice 11 on 11, because of the Flu. There were several Devil's that could not even make the trip to KG and several others that did make the trip but did not dress.
Well before half-time it became clear that we would not be allowed to score anymore, not because of KG's defense, because of the officials. I am not one to complain about officiating, usually. I feel that getting the win allows us to point out that the officiating was atrocious. To be clear, I understand that there are going to be missed calls and blown calls in any given game that does not employ instant replay. What the Devils were a party to on Friday even goes beyond home officiating. I seemed as though every time we gained a 1st down there was a mysterious penalty. In fact while watching film with the team on Saturday AM, I criticized an O-lineman for virtually doing nothing and THAT was the play he was flagged for a hold. OK. I looked at the film for another played that held...NOTHING not even close. This was just one example. I was so angry during the game and it was so obvious, I began to dismiss it and focused on making sure the players kept calm and didn't get frustrated to the point of ACTUALLY committing a rule infraction. At least now it's over, Devils win, all is good.
This week's focus is Spotsy. Homecoming. There is work to do.
Coach ULRICH
BDP
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
the Flu
The Flu, in it's varied forms is hitting the 2009 Blue Devil Football team, and hitting hard.
There is no question that the Blue Devils out-hit defending state champs James Monroe last Friday night. They were, no doubt faster and bigger and more athletic than we were. I am VERY proud of our guys that they played hard, to the final whistle. The Blue Devils out classed, and out hit JM by far.
As hard as the Devils hit Friday, we were out hit by the Flu. It started late last week. Several players played through dehydration, fatigue and the other symptoms indicative of the Flu. We were decimated yesterday in practice, almost 1/2 the team out due to the Flu.
Let's all hope that the Devils get healthy, drink plenty of fluids and get that much needed rest.
Coach ULRICH
BDP
There is no question that the Blue Devils out-hit defending state champs James Monroe last Friday night. They were, no doubt faster and bigger and more athletic than we were. I am VERY proud of our guys that they played hard, to the final whistle. The Blue Devils out classed, and out hit JM by far.
As hard as the Devils hit Friday, we were out hit by the Flu. It started late last week. Several players played through dehydration, fatigue and the other symptoms indicative of the Flu. We were decimated yesterday in practice, almost 1/2 the team out due to the Flu.
Let's all hope that the Devils get healthy, drink plenty of fluids and get that much needed rest.
Coach ULRICH
BDP
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