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The Jaguar Dynasty
The Jaguar Dynasty
The 2008 Jaguars accomplished something that has never been done in the history of AAA football within the state and the WPIAL, three straight WPIAL championships and two straight PIAA state championships. The team reloaded and again was everyone's pick to accomplish, exactly what they set out to do. Ranked #1 in the state and WPIAL by the Pittsburgh Post Gazette, the team saw returning quarterback Tyler Wehner, running back Brian Baldridge, Offensive linemen Pat Eger and Matt McCall, and linebacker/tightend Brock Decicco the youngest of the Decicco brothers) return.
The team won every game except their season opener to nationally ranked Glenville out of Ohio. To say this is one the best teams in school history is a safe bet. The season from that point saw no team get within 14 points of the Jaguars, as they dominated both sides of the football, and setting a few major school records along the way.
The team was explosive on offense averaging 38.5 points per game with the running of Brian Baldridge and the passing of Tyler Wehner behind a terrific offensive line that was anchored by Pat Eger, Matt McCall, and Sean Kundrat. Brian Baldridge rushed for more yards in the season and his career than any player in TJ history. While Tyler Wehner threw for more yards in a season than anyone in TJ history. The receivers were as equally as talented with Dan Virgin, Brock Decicco, and Jim Giansante.
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The Jaguars were equally as tough on defense led by Decicco, McCall, Matt Hufford, and Virgin. They recorded 3 shutouts and held their opponents at 7 points or less 9 times.
The team accomplished their 8th straight conference championship, second consecutive state title, 3rd straight WPIAL title, and completed a run from 2003 that included 3 state titles, 4 WPIAL titles, 2 WPIAL runner ups, 1 state runner up, and 6 conference titles.
Season:
TJ 13 vs. Glenville 34:Video/article
TJ 43 vs. Uniontown 7: Video/ articles
TJ 40 vs. Trinity 0: Video and articles
TJ 41 vs. Ringgold 7: Video and articles
TJ 48 vs. Laurel Highlands 7: Video and articles
TJ 35 vs. EF 0: Video and articles
TJ 33 vs. Char Valley 0: Video and articles
TJ 42 vs. Belle Vernon 14: Video and articles
TJ 42 vs. West Mifflin 7: Video and articles
Playoffs:
TJ 45 vs. Uniontown 6: Video and articles
TJ 35 vs. Hopewell 16 : Video and articles
TJ 47 vs. New Castle 20: Video and articles
TJ 34 vs. Blackhawk 14: Video and articles
TJ 49 vs. West York 21: Video and articles
TJ 34 vs. Archbishop Wood 7: Video and articles
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Roster:
Seniors:
Mike Biddle
Mike Boyd
Adam Mains
Tyler Kubiak
Ryan Alderson
Frank Kurkowski
Brandon Tatrai
Steve Helbig
Josh Lewis
Matt Hufford
Justin Kaminsky
Andrew Meszaros
Mike Hozinec
Ryan Breisinger
Zack Battis
Ryan Vietmeier
Evan Zampatti
Juniors:
Dan Pastore
Sean Ryan
Andy Fierst
Wes Fant
Chad Mason
Chris Heim
Ed Hasis
Matt Veseleny
Kevin Miller
Josh Militzer
Matt Sauter
Jim Giansante
Brent Richardson
Anthony Grieves
Steve Bronder
Dan Biddle
Sam Johnston
Brandon Sandor
Jesse Burgess
Steve Licht
Jon Lafrankie
Dylan Baxendell
Shane McNally
Blaine Helmick
Jesse Bernard
Keeton Lattanzi
Sophomores:
Nick Greer
Mike Wainauskis
Ryan Crouse
Dylan Breisinger
Mike Terpin
Joe Andreola
Jacob Bronder
T.J. Matrascia
Sean Walters
Dustin Vissari
Steve Graham
Alex Danscak
Tom Greives
Zack Byrne
Matt Zaken
Alex Davin
Chris Thearle
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Coaching Staff:Bill Cherpak-Head Coach
Frank Brettshneider- Offensive Coordinator
George Wilson- Defensive Coordinator
John Yogan- DB's/ RB's
John Mitruski-
Keith Pancoast- Assistant Coach
Stats:
Points scored per game: 38.5
Points allowed per game: 11.3
Total Yards per game: 398.2
Rushing Yards/ Carries (TD's):
Brian Baldridge: 2,312/ 291 (34)
Tyler Wehner: 707/127 (12)
Ryan Veitmeier: 251/ 47 (3)
Receptions/yards (TD's):
Dan Virgin: 55/1,121 (13)
Jim Giansante: 31/779 (5)
Brock Decicco: 27/ 594 (11)
Ed Hasis: 12/ 156
Brian Baldridge: 7/66 (1)
Passing Yards/ Completions-Attempts (TD's):
Tyler Wehner: 2,654/ 122-224 (33)
School Records:
Rushing Yards Season: 2,312-Brian Baldridge
Previous Record: 2,094 (Jon Drager-2002)
Rushing TD Career: 53-Brian Baldridge
Previous Record: 44 (Dan Geigerich-2006)
Rushing Yards Career: 3,742-Brian Baldridge
Previous Record: 3,??? (Darnell Stone-1980)
Passing Yards Season: 2,654-Tyler Wehner
Previous Record: 2,365 (Brad Dawson-2004)
Receiving TD's Season: 13-Dan Virgin
Previous Record: 12 (Chris Drager 2006, Evan Browne 2004)
Passing TD Season: 33-Tyler Wehner
Previous Record: 22 (Brad Dawson-2004/ Pete Winovich-2003)
Passing TD Career: 44-Tyler Wehner
Previous Record: 44 - tie (Pete Winovich)
Longest TD Run: 99 yds- Tyler Wehner and Brian Baldridge
Previous Record: 97 (Jeff Steitzer 1971)
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