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By Britney Indorf
John Curtis Vs. Acadiana
On October 13,2023 John Curtis played the Acadiana Rams at the Shrine on Airline. The Patriots were back. Starting in the first quarter, John Curtis #3 Marlon Prout made a 51 yard touchdown run followed by #17 Lucas Kippers kick. Also followed by that the quarterback #9 Dagan Bruno made a 2 yard touchdown run followed by Kippers kick. At the end of the first quarter the score was 14-0 with the Patriots in the lead. In the second quarter, #5 Kaheam Smith threw the ball to #6 Tyler Mitchell for a 22 yard touchdown pass, followed by Kippers kick. At the end of the second quarter the score was 21-0 with the Patriots still on top. In the third quarter, the Patriots were still on a roll, #86 Juan Washington made a 40 yard touchdown pass from Dagan Bruno, followed by Kippers kick. The Patriots won the game 28-0. This leaves the Patriots with a 4-2 record.
Insight from a Player at the Acadiana Game:
Reggie Johnson
What's your number, position, and grade?
Number--> 16
Position--> QB
Grade--> 11th
How are you enjoying the season? Why?
The season is fun and memorable, I enjoy beating other teams with my closest friends and teammates.
Who stood out to you tonight and why?
I would say the whole defense stood out to me due to the fact that they held the highest scoring team in the state to 0 points.
How do you think you played tonight?
I played decently It's definitely some small fundamental things I can improve on.
What is something that you could work on this week at practice to get you ready for the St. Aug game?
I can do better on reading the defense and check for better plays to put my team in better situations.
How would you represent the team off the field?
I would represent the team off the field by being a respectful young man amd being a gentleman.
Insight From A Coach at the Acadiana Game:
Jerry Godfrey
What do you coach?
Offensive line.
What is something the boys did good on tonight?
The entire team played extremely hard and well disciplined.
What is the best piece of advice you have given to a player?
You are not promised the next play/day make the most of it.
What player stood out to you and why?
The defense stood out as a whole. They held the states leading scoring team to 0.
What aspects of football do you get most excited for and why?
Watching the guys compete on game night.
Offensive Spotlight
Dagan Bruno
"To be quarterback, you have to be another coach on the field. You have to be responsible for getting your teammates to the right position to be successful. You also have to make quick decisions and communicate clearly to all 10 other teammates. I love my role on the team so I can lead my offense to success, getting us into the best plays based on what the defense is in. I am focused on winning the state championship this year and I hope to get an opportunity to go play at the next level somewhere. It's an honor to get the offensive spotlight, but all the credit should go to the unrecognized heroes, the offensive line. Without them, the skilled positions do not get the credit that they do every week."
John Curtis vs. St. Aug
On Saturday October 21, 2023 John Curtis played St. Aug at Tad Gormley at 6:30. Starting off in the first quarter with St. Aug, made a 37 yard touchdown pass with the kick blocked. At the end of the first quarter the score was 6-0 with St, Aug in the lead. In the second quarter from John Curtis, #1 Jason Gabriel made a 1 yard touchdown run, followed by #17 Lucas Kippers kick. #5 Kaheam Smith made a 34 yard touchdown pass from backup quarterback Reggie Johnson followed by Kippers kick. Again from Jason Gabriel, he made a 89 yard touchdown pass from #9 Dagan Bruno followed by Kippers kick. Again Kaheam Smith made a 29 yard touchdown run,followed by Reggie Johnsons run. St. Aug made an 11 yard touchdown pass followed by a 2 point pass. At the end of the second quarter the score was 29-14 with John Curtis in the lead. In the third quarter John Curtis, Jason Gabriel made a 1 yard touchdown run followed by Kippers kick. At the end of third quarter the score was 36-14 with the Patriots still in the lead. And finally in the fourth quarter, St. Aug made a 4 yard touchdown pass with the kick blocked again, and a 2 yard touchdown run with the 2 point pass intercepted. The final score was 36-26 with the Patriots on top. This leaves John Curtis with a record of 5-2.
Insight From A Player at the St. Aug Game:
Lane Lecron
What is your Number, Position, and Grade?
Number--> 34
Position--> Defensive of End (outside linebacker)
Grade-->10th
What is something you did tonight that helped the team in any way?
I made a mistake on defense that others can learn not to do
What are your greatest strengths as a football player?
Giving great effort and when not knowing, giving 100% to make a play
If you could change one thing about the way football was played, what would it be?
Being quicker to realize things
How would you represent the team off the field?
Everyone is like a family to one another and everyone looks out for each.
Insight From A Coach at the St. Aug Game:
Coach Johnny
What do you coach?
Special teams coordinator
How do you think the team played overall tonight?
we played well- we were fast, physical, and smart--from start to finish
After this game what are somethings that the boys could work on this week?
we need to work on fundamentals- the mistakes we made come down to the small fundamentals.
How do you use the time between games to get the team ready?
Saturday- Correction day- on the field
Sunday- Film prep and game plan
Monday- Game plan Install and practice: Punt- Return
Tuesday- Game plan install and practice- Kickoff
Wednesday- all special teams game plan practice- Kickoff return
Thursday- Game plan- walk thru
Who stood out to you the most and why?
our preparation both mentally and physically. boys took it upon themselves to focus and play
Coaches Spotlight
Coach Ryan Kamlade
"I coach the offensive line long with Coach Godfrey and Coach Middleton. Coaching the O-LINE is one of the most challenging spots to coach. That’s why there are three of us! 15-20 players in our group, 5-7, sometimes 8 guys on the field at once. All trying to execute their job. A job that requires everybody working in unison. The old saying is, “overworked and under-appreciated”. That’s us! Nobody is going to get their name in the paper. Nobody’s going to be the spotlight on the news, and that’s okay. We’re just fine with that. We know what gets everything going….It starts with us! I love coaching this group because it’s a bunch of big ole guys ready to go to work everyday. As a guy that has played the position, it’s easy to understand the frustration that these players feel, but it’s also exciting to see the pure happiness and success when done correctly. I’ve been coaching the last 13 years. 10 of those have been with the offensive line!"
John Curtis vs. Brother Martin
SENIOR NIGHT
John Curtis played Brother Martin on Friday October 27, 2023 at the Shrine. This was Senior Night where all the senior football players, film, band, cross country, cheer, dance, and colorguard senior members were recognized. Starting in the first quarter, from John Curtis #4 Michael Turner made a 22 yard touchdown pass from #9 Dagan Bruno. Jack Corcoran made a 7 yard touchdown run followed by Lucas Kippers kick. At the end of the first quarter the score was 13-0 with John Curtis in the lead. In the second quarter, Brother Martin made a 14 yard touchdown pass with the kick good. From John Curtis, #3 Marlon Prout made a 77 yard touchdown run. At the end of the second quarter the score was 19-7 with the Patriots still in the lead. Finally in the fourth quarter, from John Curtis, Jason Gabriel made a 23 yard touchdown run followed by Kippers kick. The final score was 26-7 with the Patriots taking the win. This leaves the Patriots with a 6-2 record.
Insight from a Player at the Brother Martin Game:
Rhys Cohen
Number, Grade, Position?
Number--> 10
Grade-->12th
Position--> WR
How do you represent the team off the field?
Coach J.T. always talks about keeping a low profile outside of football. I think the best way I and every player represents the team is not by getting into all the commotion around us.
Is there a player that stood out to you tonight and why?
I think Mike had a great game tonight. We worked on some things all week that he implemented tonight.
What things can you work on at practice to help you improve something for the next game?
Somethings we need to work on as a team this week is getting more physical as long as we can outwork Karr physically, we will win.
What's the best piece of advice your coaches have given you?
The best advice I have ever recieved was by Coach Jeff. He said that the champion does his best, and then does a little more
What are your greatest strengths as a football player?
I think my best strength in football is my desision making on the field.
Insight from a Coach at the Brother Martin Game:
Coach Richie
What do you coach?
Special Teams and Running Backs
What is something the boys did good on tonight?
Special Teams did an excellent job of executing the game plan. The main improvement is this entire unit is getting better everyday.
What is something the boys could work on this week at practice?
Special Teams can always be more physical and take better angles. This comes from making full speed adjustments.
What player stood out to you tonight and why?
I’m not a fan of pointing out any single player because it takes everyone on the field to be successful. The seniors have stepped up and have become great leaders that will take us to the Dome.
What is the best piece of advice you could give someone?
Success happens on “game day” because of your daily discipline
Senior Spotlight
Marlon Prout
"I play running back. Running back is versatile position you need to be able to do multiple things at one position. I like my position because I am running the ball in my hands a lot, and I am a playmaker. I want to go to college somewhere in the south, I'm still not committed anywhere though. So far my season is going good, but can be better. I am grateful for being Senior Spotlight, it is an honor to be able to represent the school in the right way."
Senior Football Players
Jason Gabriel
Jermal Callio
Marlon Prout
Mike Turner
Kaheam Smith
Tyler Mitchell
Zachary Drake
Dagan Bruno
Rhys Cohen
Kaleb Saavedra
Jason Dudenhoeffer
Brad Chaisson
Richard Newby
Andrew Lam
Christian Thibodaux
Bryce Godfrey
Orion Duplessis
Dayton Borne
Korey Chandler
Brandon Dang
Noah Tardiff
Photo Credits: Turn To Paige Photography
John Curtis vs. Karr
John Curtis battled Edna Karr on November 1, 2023 at Hoss Memtsas Stadium. In the first quarter, from John Curtis, #3 Marlon Prout made a 4 yard touchdown run followed by #17 Lucas Kippers kick. In the second quarter, from John Curtis, #15 Xavier Brown made a 21 yard touchdown pass from Dagan Bruno, followed by followed by Kippers kick. Also from John Curtis, #5 Kaheam Smith made a 50 yard touchdown run followed by Kippers kick. In the the third quarter, from John Curtis, #6 Tyler Mitchell made a 32 yard touchdown pass from Bruno. Tyler also made a 57 yard touchdown pass from Bruno followed by Kippers kick. Finally in the fourth quarter, from John Curtis, #1 Jason Gabriel made a 54 yard touchdown run followed by Kippers kick. From Karr they made a 4 yard touchdown run. The final score was 41-7 the Patriots took the win. This leaves John Curtis with a 7-2 record. This was also the game where Head Coach J.T. Curtis made history by become the winningest coach in football history!
Insight from a Player at the Karr Game:
Kaheam Smith
What is your Number, Position, and Grade?
Number--> 5
Position--> Running Back
Grade--> Senior
What are your greatest strengths as a football player?
Greatest strengths as a football player is that I'm always willing to learn and give great effort every time I'm on the field even off the field.
What is the best piece of advice a coach has given you?
Never give up because you never know when your turn might be or the opportunity you've been waiting for will present itself if you give up. so stay on course and run your own race your time is coming!
How do you think you played tonight? Why?
I played good. I played with great intensity and effort. but I also had a great week of preparation leading up to the game. Playing Karr again has been on my mind Since last year At home when we lost to them 38-6 so we wanted to beat them worse than that and we just did that
What is something you can improve on for playoffs?
Something I can improve on in the playoffs, Honestly everything like I said I'm always willing to learn, grow, and get better at some things I lack in but is our playoff run I got to take my game to the next level.
How do you represent the team off the field?
By keeping a low profile in school like coach JT said and being a role model to the people on the team.
Insight from a Coach at the Karr Game:
Coach Jay
What do you coach?
Defense/ Linebackers
How do you think the team played overall tonight?
We played our best game of the season, and hopefully, hitting full stride leading into playoffs
How do use the time in between games to get the team ready?
Meetings, watching film, and doing whatever it takes to help the team be prepared for the game.
Who stood out to you tonight?
AJ Smith. The whole defense played well, and AJ comes to mind first because he competes at a high level.
What is your favorite part about game day?
Watching all of the work we put in being executed in the game.
Defensive Spotlight
Zachary Drake
"To play as an outside linebacker, you need to have a lot of patience and discipline. Outside linebackers are the edge of defense, which means that we need to be disciplined and not let anyone outside of us. My season is going very well because I trust that we are on our way to win a state championship. I'm thinking about going to college at Louisiana Tech University. Being recognized as defensive spotlight feels great but the rest of the defense deserves as equal amount of recognition. Defense works like a puzzle. If one person is out of place, then the whole defense can crumble apart."
Playoffs Begin
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