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To view article on tahoebonanza.com Click Here LAKE TAHOE — Pop Warner is the oldest and largest youth football program in the country. It is the only youth football program that stresses academic achievement as part of its program through including scholastic requirements as part of eligibility to play. Junior Midget Rams win again - November 1, 2010 To view article on tahoebonanza.com Click Here The North Tahoe Junior Midget Rams continued their solid play of late with a 46-21 win at the Douglas Tigers last Friday night. The Rams scored first and often, being able to run the ball at will, anchored by a strong effort by the offensive line and tough downhill running by Toomy Thompson and Kelsey Philpott. The first half was highlighted by a touchdown reception by Alex Zissis that ricochade off the foot of a Douglas defender. The second half was dominated by both the offensive and defensive lines with all players contributing. The Rams get a rematch with the Reno Wolf Pack in the first round of the playoffs on Friday night in Reno, feeling confident with recent victories and the fact that everyone has recovered from early season injuries. Pee Wee Rams fall to Sparks The Rams again owned time of possession, but were unable to score, bogging down in the red zone numerous times. Halftime adjustments by the Steelers, and mental mistakes by a young Rams teams sealed the 26-0 Sparks win. The Tams play at South Tahoe on Saturday at 9 a.m. in the first round of the playoffs.
To view article on tahoebonanza.com Click Here The North Tahoe Junior Pee Wee Rams traveled to Reno this past Saturday night to face another good Reno team. Playing under the lights was a great experience for boys their age, according to their coaches. Unfortunately, the Rams came up short again, despite owning time of possession by a 3-1 margin and gaining over 200 yards on the ground, thanks to strong running by Preston Hoff, Micheal Hartman and Max Wilderman. Adjusting to a late-season change in the offensive playbook, the Rams sustained long drives only to come up short, committing four interceptions to end hopes of victory. Hartman's long touchdown pass to Wilderman provided inspiration in a 27-7 loss to Reno White. The Rams are looking forward to their next game against the Sparks Steelers, showing no sign of quit. Junior Midget Rams rout Fallon The defensive highlight of the game came on a third-quarter interception by defensive tackle Juan Estrada, which was returned for a TD to seal a 21-0 victory in which all players contributed in the one-sided win. The Rams are eager for Friday night's game against Douglas, a traditional rival, as they look to continue building momentum going into the playoffs.
To view article on tahoebonanza.com Click Here The North Tahoe Junior Pee Wee Rams played exceptionally well against a strong Reno White team this past Saturday at home, despite not having crucial players due to injury and a school holiday. Trailing 6-0 at half, the Rams were in position to score on several occasions, but costly penalties and turnovers denied them the end zone. Although the 20-0 score did not reflect it, the Rams were in the game until the end, showing no sign of quit to give them great momentum going into the last two games of the season. They expect nothing less than two victories to finish up the regular season and prepare for the playoffs. Junior Midgets scrap till end against Sparks Sparks scored first due to good field position on two punt returns, giving the Wolf Pack an early 8-0 lead. Strong defensive play by Alex Zissis, Tommy Thompson and Kelsey Philpot stopped Sparks dead in its tracks for the rest of the first half. The Rams were able to move the ball through the air thanks to good line protection anchored by Jacob Buhler and Juan Estrada, culminating in a 70-yard strike from Jack Clouthier to Zissis to going into halftime down 8-7. The second half was more of the same tough-nosed football played by both sides, with big hits and big plays, highlighted by a huge reception by Cole Steinberg at the end of the third quarter to set up a quarterback sneak to make the score 16-13 at the end of that quarter. The Rams' defense gave up an early TD in the fourth before stiffening to hold Sparks scoreless the rest of the game, led by Thompson, Estrada, Buhler and Philpot. Driving for a tying TD late in the fourth, the Rams were plagued by an interception to dash all hopes of victory. The team heads into Fallon this week with high expectations of victory and building momentum for the upcoming playoffs.
To view article on tahoebonanza.com Click Here The North Tahoe Jr. Pee Wee Rams split their last two games in the Sagebrush Empire Pop Warner League, starting with a 26-6 win against the Fallon Greenwave on Sept. 25. It was an impressive win, as the Rams recovered from injuries to rally for victory. They scored early and often with the return of starting quarterback Josh Wencke completing several passes, two for touchdowns, and outstanding running by Preston Hoff, Micheal Hartman and Joe Wilderman. With Hoff leading the way at linebacker, Fallon was unable to mount any counter attack until late in the game. Coaches and parents were proud of the performance, and both players and coaches were looking forward to their next game against Reno Navy. The Jr. Pee Wee Rams played the deep and physical Reno Navy squad tough on Oct. 1, fighting courageously through eight debilitating injuries, most notably to Hoff at running back and linebacker and Wilderman at running back, both in the second quarter. Veterans Hartman and Wencke led the Rams, who tried to rally in the second half only to come up short in their third loss of the season. Both coaches and players remain positive and are seriously motivated in anticipation of this Saturday's home game against Reno White. Meanwhile, the Jr. Midget Rams had a bye on Oct. 2 and are excited for their last home game on Saturday against the Sparks Wolf Pack. Both final home games are at the Incline High School varsity field on Saturday, Oct. 9, with the Jr. Pee Wees playing at 11 a.m. and the Junior Midgets at 1 p.m.
To view article on tahoebonanza.com Click Here INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — The North Tahoe Pop Warner Junior Pee Wee and Junior Midget Rams hosted the Sparks and Reno Wolfpack teams this past Saturday at Highlander Stadium. Although the end result was not what was hoped for in the Junior Pee Wee contest, coach Scott Wilderman and the team took many positive lessons from the game. The offense was able to move the ball, but was bogged down by costly turnovers. The Rams' defense played well, with a strong showing of good gang tackling. Sparks scored four big plays. The Junior Midget Rams opened against the Reno Wolfpack, a longtime rival. They battled to a virtual standstill, as the Rams moved the ball into scoring position the first two drives, coming up short of the red zone, but pinning Wolfpack deep in their own territory. A late second-quarter injury to quarterback Jack Clouthier slowed the offense in the second half. Three big plays in the second half for Reno sealed the fate of the Rams, despite an opening onside kick. Many first-time players matured with the game experience and are eagerly awaiting Sept. 25 home game against Carson. The Junior Pee Wee Rams played Carson on the road on Sept. 18. Key injuries hurt the Rams, most notably to olb/qb Joshua Wenke, which left the Rams exposed for Carson to exploit. Mick Carey, 8, came off the bench to lead the offense to its first touchdown of the season. The rams improved on both sides of the ball and are looking forward to getting healthy and before taking on Fallon. Saturday's games at Highlander Stadium start at 1 p.m. (Junior Pee Wees) and 3 p.m. (Junior Midgets).
To view article on tahoebonanza.com Click Here The North Tahoe Rams Pop Warner football teams are set to begin their 2010 seasons with a home doubleheader against the Reno Wolf Pack on Saturday. The Junior Pee Wees kick off the action at 6 p.m., while the Junior Midgets follow with an 8 p.m. kickoff. Both games will be played at the Incline High School football stadium. Both squads received a tuned-up last weekend at the season-opening jamboree held at Golden Eagle Regional Park in Sparks, where they scrimmaged against three teams in their Sagebrush Empire Pop Warner league. Rick Buhler, head coach of the Junior Midgets, said the Rams fared well in their first live action. “Both teams lived up to expectations, and we're looking forward to a productive and successful year,” he said.
To view article AND PICTURES on tahoebonanza.com Click Here INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — The North Tahoe Rams of the Sagebrush Empire Pop Warner league have a dedicated coaching staff highlighted by a former NFL player, they have slick-looking blue-and-gold uniforms with matching helmets and talent in the youngest and rawest of forms. About the only thing they could really use are a few more bodies — whether they come from Incline Village, Kings Beach, Tahoe City or anywhere in between. “We always knew we didn't have the numbers to do this and call ourselves the Incline Rams,” said Scott Wilderman, a player parent and co-head coach of two of the three North Tahoe Pop Warner teams. “The North Tahoe Rams is the right thing to call us, because to get our numbers we've got to get to Kings Beach and Tahoe City, and we've got to stop those kids from going all the way to Truckee.” In particular, the Rams are seeking young players, roughly ages 7 to 9, to fill out the roster on their Mitey Mites team. They also field teams at the Jr. Pee Wee (ages 8-10) and Jr. Midget (ages 10-12) levels, which have already met their minimum numbers requirement but would be happy to accept additional members, Wilderman said. In addition to age, the Pop Warner levels are also based on weight. The North Tahoe Rams are a work in progress. For the first time in their young history, they're assembling teams at three levels — just one year after fielding teams at two levels for the first time ever. They have a solid foundation with Wilderman and Rick Buhler, head coach of the Jr. Midgets, as well as Rod Sherman, a former NFL receiver with the Raiders, Bengals, Broncos and, in his final season in 1973, the Rams. “We're very lucky to have a guy like Rod Sherman,” Wilderman said. “He's a godsend to this town, because he is a guy who is absolutely capable of taking a 10-year plan and building a real football program that will see results at the high school level.” Sherman has owned a home in Incline Village for the past six years and moved in full time within the past year. He said he's having a blast so far coaching the North Tahoe Rams. “It's been fantastic,” Sherman said. “These guys are willing to learn and are excited. Just watching them, you forget how excited you were on the first day when you got your helmets and pads … you see the kids get rewarded for their hard work. It's good to see.” The North Tahoe Rams also offer a popular cheerleading program for girls, Wilderman said.
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