Trojans Use Ringers to Defeat Monarchs

A ringer is a player that enters a competition under false representation. An example of ringer is a player that is overweight, over age for a particular weight class or a player who is currently participating / competing at the high school level while playing little league. Yesterday, the Upper Darby Trojans used various combinations of these types of players to defeat the Monarchs. The Monarchs 135's were handed a 20 - 6 set back while the Monarchs 160's losted 21 - 7.

The Trojans, who boldly predicted that they would defeat the Monarchs on a local radio station, lived up to there notorious reputation as cheaters. I knew some thing was up at the weigh-in Coach Greg said. They (the Trojans Coaches) wanted to conduct the weigh-in without being properly equipped. As per Pop Warner Rules, all weigh-ins should be conducted in full equipment except for the helmet. The Trojans requested to be weigh-in without jerseys on and the ruckus between the two organization began, there. It was a heated debate at the scale by both head coaches. My objection was simple Coach Greg said, (1) clothes add weight and (2) we would not know who the hell weighed in. Bottom Line... Then, during this illegal weigh-in, we tagged a Trojan player as being overweight. Once we indicated he could not play, the agrument started. Needless to say, this over weight player played in the game anyway. What's the point of having a scale or even weigh-in , Coach Alex barked???

This behavior continued in the 160's game too. No player had on a jersey at the weigh-in and four Trojan players did not make weight, but manged to sneak in the game anyway. Also, three other Trojan players (#8, #22 & #20) of which one plays high school football simply did not bother to weigh-in at all. Conincidently, they managed to play too. It took a while Coach Alex said, but we figured they started cheating late in the second quarter. We shut them down on there first 3 offensive possession, then all of a sudden, BAM!!!!! we could not tackle them. It was taking 3 or 4 Monarchs players to bring down one Trojan player down (specifically # 8 & # 20). It was so obvious it wasn't even funny one parent indicated. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out what was going on Coach Gene said matter of factly.

What we had out there yesterday was complete mess Coach Greg said empathically!!!! However, its what I have come to expect with the Upper Darby Trojans. They must think were stupid or something???? They do this every year. They'll do anything thing win a stink'n ball game. That organization has no class at all. And, at the end of the day it catches up to them at the regional level. They go every year and they either get disqualified or lose in the first round.

Message to the Trojans: CHEATERS NEVER WIN!!!

Monarchs 135's Settle for a Tie...

Somebody's "O" was suspposed to go in last Saturday's contest between the Monarchs and the Chester Township Cougars. Neither's did not that day anyway. Instead, both organizations settled for a tie. The final score was 12 - 12.

I'm not pleased at all Coach Greg said.. But on the flip side, I'm not totally dissatisfied either. I merely loathe ties. How is it that in a battle you say let's throw away our weapons and call it a tie?? Both teams resembled that remark and now they both have a symbol of apathy to show for it in the standings 1-0-1.

The Chester Township Cougars, the newcomers to Delaware Valley Pop Warner, did there best to impress and tried to show the Monarchs that their 21-12 upset of the Upper Darby Trojans two weeks ago was not a fluke. I figured they would be good Coach Greg said. They are recruiting kids from all over the city of Chester and there is bound to be some football talent down there somewhere even though Chester is known for its high school basketball program.

With that being said, the Cougars jumped out to an early 6-0 lead, after the Monarchs opening possession stalled at the 50 yard line. The Monarchs tied the game on a efficient but time consuming drive on there next offensive possession. Newcomers George Korti did the honors with a 5 yard touchdown run late in the first quarter. Chester subsequently took a 12 - 6 lead on there next offensive possession. On the ensuing kick off, George Korti scampered 70 yards to notch the score at 12 apiece.

It was a dogfight from there with neither team backing down. Chester was fast but the Monarchs were physicial coach Greg said matter of factly. And once we adjusted to there speed and starting smacking them around a little bit Chester's pulse slowed considerably. After the game, Coach Gene barked "this is unfinished business today" and "we will see these guys again down the road". Bottom Line...

Next week the Monarchs will be home against league rivial the Upper Darby Trojans. As always this will be a heated contest. This is the first time in four years that the Trojans will visit "The Moose". Game times are as follows: 90's = 10am, 105's = 12noon, 135's = 2pm and 160's = 4pm.

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Monarchs Roll Over Saints 34 - 6

By any measuring stick, the grades for the Monarchs opening day 34-6 win over the Saints should go down as as incomplete considering the caliber of the its opponent. The Saints are just in there second year of Pop Warner Football while the Monarchs are beginning there sixth year of competition.

With that being said the Monarchs next opponent, the Clifton Height Jaguars aren't expected to provide much more of a test then the Saints. The Jaguars just the like the Saint are also in there second year of existence. The biggest thing with new organizations is trying to figure out what offensive and defensive system they use. Sometimes its hard especially if we don't get a chance to scout them but its funny though because a lot of new teams come into this league with the mind set that they are going to dominate right away but it does happen. Then they find out very soon how competitve the Del - Val league really is.

Last Saturday, the Saints found out the hard way as they were rudely welcomed to the league. Newcomer George Korti led the way with a six touchdown performance as the Monarchs pounded the Saints with a relentless ball controlled attack. We got our running game going early and often Coach Greg said. And when they put eight men in the box to stop the run we went to the air. It was just a good day.

Defensively, the Monarchs were up to there usually stingy self. Kids were flying all over the place making plays. But most of all there was a lot of gang tackling going on out there today which is always good thing. And, we only had one mental breakdown today Coach Mark said. A Saint's receiver managed to get behind the coverage which set up there lone touchdown of the day. Other then that, it was a rap. We got a lot of pressure on them today Coach Greg said. And overall, it was a good way to start the season.

Monarchs 135's Take Down Panthers 6 - 0

I guess the old say'n an "Eye for an Eye" has some validity, as the Monarchs looked to redeem the poor showing the 160's had at 57th and Vine Streets yesterday. The coaching staff put a bug in all the players ear prior to the short trip from Darby to West Philly and again during warm ups. And, it was evident from the first possession that the Monarchs meant business as they bullied the smaller Panthers. To be honest Coach Alex said, the biggest difference between today and yesterday was that the Monarchs committed no turnovers. We held on to the ball today and played smash mouth football. Plain and simple.

Actually, the Monarchs took the ball and ran it right down the throats of there former league foe. The offense looked pretty good today Coach Mark said. Newcomers George Korti (RB), Glycedo Artis (FB), and Ta-Shawn Stringfield led the way. George had 5 carriers for 50 yards and a touchdown, Glycedo had three punishing runs for 15 yards and Ta-Shawn had two receptions 25 yards. And that was all that was needed as the Monarchs pounded out a 6 - 0 road victory.

As good as the offense looked, the defense looked even better. Defensive tackle Romello Johnson was all over the place and led the team with 8 solo tackles. Today just as yesterday, the Monarchs bottled up the dive plays, stayed on home on the misdirection plays, and picked off the Panthers lone pass attempt. Just like the rapper Ice Cube said, "Today was A Good Day".

I was proud of my boys today Coach Greg said. They were determined and focused on getting the job done. And from a coaching standpoint, it was mission accomplished. Also, they did not let the Panthers crowd take them out of there zone. It was a good road test for the kids especially playing in hostile territory with the crowd right on the field like that. Besides, the Panthers are always tough.

The 135's are right back in action tomorrow as they face the Kingsessing Roadrunners who are also a member of Liberty Pop Warner. This rivalry started two years ago and it should be interesting because the Monarchs 120's spanked the Roadrunners 120's last year. I'm looking forward to this Coach Greg said. Game time is set for 6:30pm at the Moose.

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