Archive for the 2007 Category

Dedication and Commitment of players honored at ‘07 Banquet

The 2007 football/cheerleading banquet was a success with good people, excellent food, and a look back at this past season. Coach Loshbough kicked off the awards by commemerating the hard work and dedication of the varsity cheerleading squad. Coach Hyska and Coach Holly then had a few words abou

11.15.2007 | 2007 | Coach Andrews

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Panthers 2nd Half Rally Not Enough to Overcome Deficit

The Panther football team showed some character during the second half of Friday's SAC crossover matchup with the Bangor Vikings. Trailing 30-0 early in the third quarter the Panther's scored twice to make it a ballgame down the stretch. Unfortunately it was not enough. On a blustery, sometimes

10.28.2007 | 2007 | Coach Andrews

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Panthers play tough, but unable to finish at Lawton

The Watervliet football team played very tough at Lawton, but couldn't get the breaks they needed to give themselves a chance to win. Lawton was able to convert 3rd and longs much of the night, while the Panthers were deep in Blue Devil territory several times, but were unable to come away with any

10.21.2007 | 2007 | Coach Andrews

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Panthers struggle with physical Decatur squad

It was a long night for the Watervliet football team this past Friday as they met fellow SAC South member Decatur. The night started out good for the Panthers as they forced a fumble and intercepted a Decatur pass in the first quarter. Unfortunately the offense, which had gained over 800 yards ove

10.14.2007 | 2007 | Coach Andrews

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Panthers drop hard fought battle with Lawrence on Homecoming night

The fans in attendance at Friday's game with Lawrence were treated to a beautiful fall evening and a very good football game. Unfortunately the Panthers came out on the short end 30-21. The game got off to a scary start as Junior kick returner Willy Loshbough looked to be seriously injured on th

10.7.2007 | 2007 | Coach Andrews

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Panther offense explodes in exciting come from behind win over Marcellus

The Panther football team was able to notch its first victory of the season Friday night with a 34-30 win over Marcellus. The offense moved the ball well all night racking up 481 yards of total offense (out-gaining Marcellus by over 150 yards), while the defense got some key stops throughout the ga

09.29.2007 | 2007 | Coach Andrews

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Game Closer than Final Score Indicates

The Panthers lost their fourth straight Friday night, 34-7 at the hands of Rival Hartford (3-1, 1-0). However, the final score was not an good indicator of the fight this game was. On Hartford's first drive of the game they were able to move the ball to the Watervliet 10, but Junior Cornerback C

09.22.2007 | 2007 | Coach Andrews

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Slow start derails Panthers

Fennville started fast with big plays and before you could blink an eye the Panthers were down 24-0. The defense struggled vs. the run all night as Fennville's speedy backs were able to get to the edge for a number of big plays. The Panthers showed some character and grit in the second half pl

09.8.2007 | 2007 | Coach Andrews

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Gobles Speed Proves Too Much for Panthers

For the second week in a row the Panthers had a tough time dealing with an opponents speed to the outside. The Tigers had several big plays in the first half to put the game out of reach by halftime on their way to a 48-0 win. Watervliet was tough early on. The first quarter came to a close wit

09.1.2007 | 2007 | Coach Andrews

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Rough Start For Panthers in Season Opener

It was a tough season opener for the Panthers who hosted Coloma Friday night.  While the young men from Watervliet played very hard, Coloma proved to be too deep and too strong on their way to a 55-6 win. At times Watervliet moved the ball well, but could not seem to put enough plays together to

08.28.2007 | 2007 | Coach Andrews

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