I got this game via my phone, I know the Buckeyes had a better game statistically, but this season was a wash before the season started. Rightfully so, you can't do what Tressel claims to have done without expecting punishment, and he basically got the "death penalty". Show Cause, 5 years. At 64, he's done in college ball. Luke Fickell is the man! He handled himself like a pro this season. He took care of business, and played his game, his way, and showed that he will be a good coach. You watch, he's going to become a quality head coach. For now he will help run our defense. Next season I predict 8-4. Go Buckeyes!!! -1/2/12

Norwayne became the first team in Wayne County Athletic League history to win the State Championship. The Class of 2012 at Norwayne will be remembered forever. This is the first time in my life that a team other than Orrville has won, from my home county. I recall always liking Norwayne when I was younger, they were not usually winners though. Norwayne only recently began to win games regularly. Smithville should also get a nod as being the only team anywhere to beat Norwayne this year. Go Bobcats!!! -12/4/11

Today, November 28, 2011, The Ohio State University announced that Urban Meyer would be taking over the program. Urban Meyer is a man who has been very successful in college football. He won 2 National Titles when he was coaching Florida. One of them was a huge loss for Buckeyes fans, 41-14. I recall thinking at the time, that I wish we had this guy as a coach. I would never have wanted Jim Tressel to have to resign, he ran a great program, however I think Urban Meyer will return our team to elite status. Urban Meyer has coached at Bowling Green, going 17-6, and also at Utah, going 22-2, then at Florida he won 65 times, losing only 15. I think Urban Meyer is going to be great for recruiting, and I think Ohio State will go 9-3 next season, if not better. Braxton Miller looks like he will be a great quarterback, and you gotta be excited to think of what the possibilities are. Go Buckeyes!!! -11/29/11

Norwayne completely overwhelmed Johnstown-Monroe 59-28, to advance to the 2011 Division 4 Championship game. I believe this to be their first ever appearance, however I do not have hard data at hand to be sure. Creston is going to be bouncing Monday when the kids return to school. Norwayne should be quite proud of themselves despite whatever the outcome of next Saturday's game. They will face Kenton, who is currently 14-0, and thus a very good team. We shall see what comes next weekend. Go Bobcats!!! -11/27/11

For the first time in 8 years, we have to lament a loss to Michigan. They had better savor this one, as it'll likely be their last for a while. The game could still have been won by OSU late, however Miller threw an interception, and that ended it. Next year, we will likely have Urban Meyer coaching us, and therefore should win. We'll see next season. This season there will be no bowl, no glory, just emptiness, and we can thank Tressel for hitting reply. -11/26/11

Norwayne pulled out an exciting last minute victory to beat Girard, in the Region 13 Finals. Norwayne did it by scoring with about a minute left in the 4th quarter, making the score 33-32. Girard had scored shortly before to bring the score to 32-26. Norwayne enters the Final 4, and will face off against Johnstown-Monroe. Johnstown-Monroe comes into the game with a 13-0 record, having beaten every team they've faced. Norwayne is currently on a 3 game winning streak, losing only to Smithville (8-3). This game will be a great face off, and for all of us here in Wayne County, we are rooting for Norwayne!!! Go Bobcats!!! -11/20/11

The Buckeyes made a lot of mistakes today, turning the ball over twice. Braxton Miller looked better, but it wasn't enough. I'm very much convinced that next week the Buckeyes will lose to Michigan for the first time in the past 8 seasons. We'll see. There are many reports currently stating that Urban Meyer has agreed in principle to become the next head coach of the Buckeyes. I would say by Bowl Season, we'll know. 2011 is a forgotten season anyhow, due to inconceivable stupidity. -11/19/11

Ohio State goes to 3-3 in Big Ten play this year, and loses a heartbreaker in Purdue. Irrelevant really, even if they won out the remainder of the season, they're not going to a bowl. The NCAA issued a charge of "Failure to Monitor" this week, which will likely result in OSU having a bowl ban for this year anyhow. Miller had one of his best games, with 132 yards passing. One thing is vitally obvious, this whole season is completely overshadowed by the events at Penn State. -11/12/11