The Brentsville Varsity Tigers may be small, but they have a mighty ability to work together as a team.
The pride of Nokesville (2-0) will take on Warren County Wildcats (1-1) on Friday at home. The team will not only look to their fans to cheer them on but to their coaches, who they credit for bringing focus to a team that finished 2-8 last year.
The majority of the players on Brentsville’s varsity squad are new and smaller than average. Players on the team’s offensive line average 225 pounds.
“Athletically, we are inferior to most opponents we play,” said Brentsville Assistant Coach Mike Crosby, who is spending his second year with the team. “As a team, they are a better team than the opponents we play.”
Players hit the workout room hard during the offseason. Coaches installed a new offense that Crosby calls a good mix of running and passing.
“[Head Coach Ryan Smith has] taken a team with a losing record for a really long time and is turning a corner,” added Crosby.
Harry Bertrand is a 17-year-old senior, a team captain who plays both defensive and right tackle. This is the second of two year’s he’s been a starter.
“The attitude has completely changed this year. Hopefully we go 3-0 and not just 2-8,” he said. “Every team we play is bigger than us, so we know we have to play low and work hard inside the paint.”
This marks the third year on the varsity team for 16-year-old junior Zack Yates. He’s looking forward to running out of the tunnel Friday night onto his home field. He said players on this team are now working together better than ever before.
“The coaches have come in and changed everything around… they’re killing us out here,” he quipped.
Yates added the team racked up several penalties last week when they played Skyline High School, from Front Royal.
“We need to stop worrying about what’s going on the other side of the field…” said Yates.
The Brentsville Tigers will take the field at 7 p.m. in Nokesville. Look for live Tacketts Mill #FootballFriday coverage begins on Twitter (@PotomacLocal) and Potomac Local on Facebook.
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Sessions begin with a thorough assessment of leadership dynamics on July 15th, participants delve into the intricacies of personal branding and etiquette on July 16th, followed by practical guidance on crafting compelling LinkedIn profiles and resumes on July 17th. July 18th emphasizes the art of storytelling through personal statements, while July 19th culminates in portfolio presentations, allowing participants to showcase their newfound skills. The program concludes on July 20th with a memorable graduation ceremony, celebrating the accomplishments of the ELITE Academy’s graduates and their journey towards leadership excellence.
We are honored to have the Honorable Andrea O. Bailey of the Potomac District, along with the esteemed leadership of Prince William County, hosting our 4th Annual 5K Walk for Mental Health Awareness. This event is a testament to their commitment to educate, advocate for, and dispel myths and stigma surrounding mental illness.
Dust off your running or walking shoes, bring your pets, and move with us in this county-wide FREE event in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 18th, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This year’s theme is Movement: Moving for Your Mental Health.
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