Delco Monarchs 2015 Football Schedule

2015 Football Schedule (Tentative)


08/29/2015  Monarchs vs North Philly Aztecs (D1)
09/05/2015  Monarchs vs Kingsessing Roadrunners
09/12/2015  Monarchs vs Sigma Sharks (D1)
09/19/2015  Monarchs vs North Philly Hurricanes
09/26/2015  Monarchs vs Kensington Ravens
10/03/2015  Monarchs vs Ivy Hill Saints
10/10/2015  Monarchs vs TBL Falcons
10/17/2015  Monarchs vs Nu Dae Spartans


* Note the Monarchs will scrimmage the following organizations:
South Philly Hurricanes TBA
Northwest Raiders TBA
Parkside Saints TBA
No Limit Hurricanes TBA


Member of Liberty Pop Warner since 2014

Monarchs blank South Philly

Yesterday, the young Delco Monarchs stepped onto the football for the first this season.  They traveled to 25th and Jackson streets to pay the South Philly Hurricanes an annual visit.  The monarchs flexed there muscles early and scored on there second offensive play from scrimmage,  Quarterback AJ Madden Jr. hit split end E. Freeman in the seem for a 40 yard TD pass and catch.  After the early score, the monarchs offense appeared to be on auto pilot for the rest of the afternoon.  After the scrimmage, Coach Greg could only shake his head.  I'm not disappointed with the performance but I'm not happy either.  We simply did not take advantage of our opportunities.  I think it was an average performance coach Tone barked.  I know we are better than this.  Well, I hope we are better this.  We just made too many mistakes.  We had three turnovers on offense and we dropped a interception on defense.  Good teams will make you pay for that.  We got lucky to day.  Very lucky.


In other game action against the 'Caines , the Monarchs 145's fell 18- 6 while the 105's where shut out 12 - 0.  The 145's appeared to struggle early with the hurricanes size and speed.  However, after a few adjustments QB B. Parker Jr. hooked up E. Jefferson for a 40 yard bomb and halfback T. Harmon sprinted for 50 TD run.  As far the 105's, they struggle both on offense and defense.  Backup QB T. Norton and new comers S. Ryals,  C. Bullard, H. Freeman, C. Pelzer and H. Taylor all play well.


The Monarchs open up the season next week.  The 105's and 145's host the Chester Township Cougars, while the 120's open up the Nu Dae Spartans.




SEE YOU AT THE MOOSE!!!!  THE GAMES WILL START AT 12 NOON.




          


        

Monarchs Sport New Look

In celebration of the Delco Monarchs 10 year anniversary, the team will be sporting new jerseys this season Monarchs skipper Greg James said in a recent interview.  We are just excited man...  Excited to be here, excited to playing in Liberty Pop Warner, and excited about the new competition so we had to do some different.   We did the throwback jerseys, we did all white uniforms, now its time to break all the gold jerseys.  Truth be told, you look good, you feel good and you play good and that what we do.


Note, for the first time ever, the Monarchs will be selling a limited amount of game jerseys for team moms and dads.  The price has not been determine yet but you know us, but it will be reasonable.  Once we get a quote from our printer we will let you know. 


GO MONARCHS!!!!!  

MONARCHS EQUIPMENT DAY

The Delco Monarchs will be issuing equipment on Saturday July 26th from 10am to 1 pm at Penn Wood Middle School's Athletic Field.  All participants will have pay there registration fees in full in order to receive equipment.  The Fees are listed below:


Early Registration Before 7/31/2014 =  $95.00


Late Registration On or After 8/1/2014 = $125.00


** Registration fees include Helmet, shoulder pads, practice jersey, game jersey, game pants and mouth piece. 


*** The Monarchs also have a limited number of cleats for sale for $15.00. 


**** Participants are responsible for Black practice pants and Purple Game socks. 




NOW ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL??????


WE ARE A PROUD MEMBER OF LIBERTY POP WARNER... 

Inside Access - Monarchs 2014

Well folks, its that time of year.  The time of year when coaches start getting together and start planning for the upcoming season.  For the Monarchs, it will be a season of change.  Yes change.  First and foremost, the Delco Monarchs will be moving from Delaware Valley Pop Warner to Liberty Pop Warner at the request of the National Office.  While we are disappointed by the politics of the National Office, we are also excited at the new opportunity and challenges that lie ahead of us Coach Greg said.  And we are just focused on the next chapter, Coach Tone added. 


With that being said, we also are aware that there are some former Monarchs coaches attempting to start a new program in Yeadon.  This will temporarily hurt our numbers in mini camp but we know who they recruited and tried to lure over there.  We are not worried nor are we concerned.  We will let the kids make there choice themselves Coach Greg barked.  And as far as the hate or the doubt comments posted on Facebook, Coach Tone merely shrugged his shoulders and smiled.  Why???  Cuz everybody looks like an athlete in shirts and spikes.  Talk to me Aug 1st when the equipment comes out!


Lastly, what about Colwyn???  Well, we got the ok from the Monarch's President/CEO and we subsequently approached them in the winter about playing one game at the senior weight class because the other ages and weights don't match up.  Colwyn's president never got back too us. Go figure....        

Monarchs Wallop Aztecs 25-0

A few people gave the Monarchs a chance when they took on the North Philly Aztecs Sunday at Team Vick Field located at 9th and Hunting Park.  Coach Keith and his players, in turn, embraced the challenge.  Because win or loose, the players realized the spot light North Philly brings.  The Aztecs are one of the most successful and most feared teams in the city of Philadelphia.  Fortunately, the Delco Monarchs reside in Darby Borough which is located in Delaware County.  And reputations mean nothing according to Coach Greg.  Why?  Because its rough out here too.  Times is tough on Main Street not Broad Street Coach Tone stated.

As far as the game, the win sparks what could be the start of something special.  It was a decisive victory.  The offense was humming all morning long and J. Gbaley led the way with 10 carries and 120 yards rushing and 3 touchdowns.  F. Darko Jr also pitched in and added another 60 punishing yards as both kids proved to be very tough to tackle.  On defense, quarterback/defensive back AJ Madden Jr led the charge with several solo tackles and a pick 6.  Madden, casually stepped in front of an errand pass and took it 50 yards to pay dirt.  Coach Greg told me to watch the waggle pass out the back field AJ stated afterwards. 

Bottom line, we scouted them Coach Keith said.  We knew they were a single wing team and we prepared for that all week.  We had a pretty good idea of what they like to do.  And when they attempted to pass, we felt like they were out of there comfort zone.  But this is one game Coach Keith said.  It feels good right now, but we have our business to attend too. 

The Monarchs 105's have a bye this week and but they will hit the road next Saturday against the Blackhawks.  Game time and location TBA.

HOW BOUT THEM MONARCHS!!!!!


UPCOMING GAMES:

MONARCHS VS THUNDERCATS (120'S) - 1PM SAT

MONARCHS VS N. PHILLY AZTECS (145'S) - 3PM SAT

MONARCHS VS NO LIMIT HURRICANES (170'S) 5PM SUN

Monarchs Run All Over North Philly

After a scoreless first quarter, a Monarchs trick play ended all hope for the North Philly Hurricanes.  Wide out A. Simons took a reverse from halfback A. Gleplay and sprinted 45 yards to the end zone and the rout was on.  The Monarchs put up 21 unanswered points and dominated the Hurricanes 21-0 to post there first win of the season.  Even with the decisive victory, the Monarchs coaches emphasized being "Better" after the game.  We want to play better no matter who we're playing coach Greg said.  We got to play better coach Tone barked. We turned the ball over twice and we gave up a huge pass play late in the second quarter.  We almost awoke a sleeping giant. 

To be fair, the Monarchs offense looked pretty clean except for the two miscues and the defensive turned in a stalwart performance.  They were outstanding and discipline one referee commented after the contest.

On the other side, North Philly has nothing to be ashamed of.  Truth be told, they slowed up a budding juggernaut up until the fourth quarter.  "We need to show a little more pride" one Hurricane player said after the game.  We need to show that even though we're down, we're going to keep our heads up. 

The Monarchs 105's will be on the road Sunday morning to face the North Philly Aztec at the brand new Team Vick Field located on 9th and Hunting Park.

HOW BOUT THEM MONARCHS!!!!!! 

Monarchs Take Down West Philly

I. Mills stood in the Delco Monarchs vaunted Power I formation and behind center for the first time this season.  Barely visible but definitely audible Mills calmly barked the cadence to get the offensive going.  What happened next was the Monarchs proceeded to rout the West Philly Panthers 36-6 in this non league scrimmage.

Mills debut created the perfect storm of anticipation as the 4 foot 5 quarterback made is first start after E. Musue abruptly moved to Texas last week. I was shocked when Musue's mother told me that they had to move because of a family emergency coach Greg said.  The kids were kinda shocked too.  But the show doesn't stop and football games still have to played coach Tone said. 

Aside from a fumble and few errand passes, it was a smooth debut for I. Mills.  Offensively, the Monarchs all everything tailback T. Harmon lead the way with five touchdowns.  He caught one pass and had four on the ground and caused the panthers fits all day.  Truth be told, he just received some good block by his teammates and especially down field Coach Tone said.  It was just that simple.  We also took advantage of the defensive scheme the Panthers were trying to employ.  Its pitch and catch when you have that many people in the box. 

The regular season starts next week as the Monarchs will travel to play against the Black Hawks division two team.

HOW BOUT THEM MONARCHS!!!

LAST WEEKS SCORES

MONARCHS 6  SOUTH WEST WOLVES 0  (120'S)

MONARCHS 0  PARKSIDE SAINTS 0 (105'S)

MONARCHS 0  NO LIMIT HURRICANES 0 (170'S)

MONARCHS 26 SOUTH WEST WOLVES 12 (170'S)

MONARCHS 26 SOUTH WEST WOLVES 12 (105'S)     

Monarchs Teach Drexel Hill a Harsh Lesson

They called the football scrimmage played yesterday at Penn Wood Middle School in Darby a clash for the ages, epic, monumental & maybe even historic.  Why??  Because the Bert Bell Memorial Football Conference routinely ducks or avoids Delaware Valley Pop Warner.  Finally, yes finally, the Drexel Hill Raiders bucked the trend and for the first time ever challenged the rugged Delco Monarchs.  I texted there head coach last week Coach Greg said and to my surprise he responded and they showed up on time.

As far as the contest, the Monarchs got the ball first and drove right down the field, unimpeded, as if they were out for an afternoon stroll.  It was all down hill from there, for Drexel Hill and the 100 plus fans who braved the heat interested in this over hyped scrimmage because the Monarchs would go on to blanked the  Raiders 30 - 0.  We simply imposed our will tonight Coach Tone shouted from the sidelines.  We got them off balance and we kept them off balance.   They stacked the line of scrimmage, we hit them with the deep ball.  They backed up and played zone we ran the ball up the gut.  Its football 101, Monarchs skipper Greg James barked.

The Monarchs were lead on offense by quarterback TJ. Harmon ( 4-6, 120 yards 2 TD's 1 Int. ) and halfback A Gleplay ( 5 rushes 105 yards 2 TD's ).  The defense was led by A. Thollie, I. McKnight, G. Subah to name a few.  I was satisfied with our effort tonight Coach Greg said afterwards even though we left some points on the table.  I'm very very proud of my kids especially because this was there first contest and you never know what to expect.  They rose to the occasion and dismantled a sound football team. 

The Monarchs will host a jamboree this Saturday with West Philly Panthers and 84th Street Wolves. The scrimmage will start a 10AM.  The 170's will be on the road in Delaware against the No Limit Hurricanes.  Game time is 6:30PM

HOW BOUT THEM MONARCHS!!!!        

Monarchs Run Past South Philly

Yesterday, the Delco Monarchs opened preseason play on the road with the always dangerous and always talented South Philly Hurricanes from Liberty Pop Warner.  The undersized but disciplined Monarchs quickly proved that size does not matter as they coasted past the 'Caines 30 - 0. I was genuinely concerned on the trip over there Coach Greg said afterwards because I knew we were young and I did not know what to expect from my team especially in a hostile environment with so many spectators.  If I had to guess, it was at least two hundred people out there yelling and screaming "Go Hurricanes" but it had no affect on the Monarchs as they scored early and often.

I knew we had them in warm ups one of the parents said.  We were loud and in sync and I noticed a lot of Hurricanes players looking over at us.  When told what this parent said, Coach Greg responded "Warm Ups" don't win games, players do!  You can yell and scream all you want, its not going to help you tackle or score points.  The bottom line is this, today we were just a little better than them.

The Monarchs were led on offense by quarterback E. Musue. He went 3 for 5 with 100 yard passing and two touchdowns.  Halfback, T. Harmon also chipped in with 4 carries and 70 yards and two touchdowns while rookie tight end E. Freeman tallied his first career touchdown.  The Monarchs defense stood tall and rose to the occasion as they held the 'Caines scoreless.  When asked about the defensive effort, Coach Tone shouted the Monarchs win games with "Character and Cruelty" and as for the "Caines, truth be told, its just another game on the schedule.  Now, its time to pack the kids up and get them back to Darby before there parents start calling and asking where there children are at.   After that, the coaches will watch film and see what we did wrong.

Next week, the Monarchs will host the Drexel Hill Raiders (Bert Bell) and the West Philly Panthers (Liberty).  Both games are scheduled to be played at the Moose. 

LETS GO MONARCHS!!!!!     

 

No Promises from the Top Coach

Well folk's, its that time of year to talk football, Delco Monarchs Football to be exact.  so we stopped by Monarchs Mini Camps to talk to the Monarchs skipper to get his prospective on the 2013 football season.  Well as always, its a struggle coach Greg said, it a struggle to get kids out here especially when you are surrounded by other organizations with more history but not necessary greatness.  They do a lot of trashing talking in "Dodge City" aka Darby Boro but we know the real deal Coach Tone the newly appointed lieutenant said.  Quiet as kept, we roughed up quiet a few Delco teams last year and the so called beef with the team on the other side of Main Street is not a beef because we never played and we never will.  We are not interested playing kids from the same town and in the same school district.  If we were smart, we would combine and bring Darby back to what it use to be in football  which was a powerhouse.  And those who know there history, the team was know as the Darby-Colwyn Rams.

Now with that being said, let get into this season.  The Monarchs are loaded at the skill positions and have a number of kids returning on each weight class.  The 105's are led by E. Gleplay, C. Soe, top new comer AJ Madden Jr.  Meanwhile, the 120's are led by E.Musue, T. Harmon, N. Brooker , G. Flahn.  The 145's are led by M. Saccoh, M. Starchia Jr., N. Butts, and top new comer A. Wood.  Lastly, the 170's are lea by TJ Harmon, A. Gleplay, A Wagay, and Z. Sheriff to name a few. In my opinion, we are loaded with talent but we may lack the discipline needed to be champs of our league.  I could be wrong.  Matter, I hope I'm wrong but we will be tested soon enough as the rugged West Philly Panthers and South Philly Hurricanes (Liberty Pop Warner) are scheduled to pay the Monarchs a visit this year.  Also, the Drexel Hill Raiders (Bert Bell ) supposedly inquired about some work.

Lastly, there are some new faces roaming the monarchs bench this year.  Gone is Coach Gene, who moved on to the Keystone Stone Oilers.  Added is Coach Ron and Coach Tim.  Coach Ron use to coach semi-pro and he brings mental toughness and work ethic to the fold. Coach Tim, played college ball a Wesley College and he will be in charge of getting the monarchs linemen in shape and ready to work.

Let See What Happens!!!!!! 

     

Monarchs Get Rude Awakening In Lansdale

On Saturday , the Delco Monarchs stepped out of conference and challenged the Lansdale Cannoneers from Bux-Mont Pop Warner.  This was the first time in seven years the Monarchs faced a team from this league and unfortunately, the hour plus bus ride from Darby, PA proved to be no contest as the Cannoneers manhandled the Monarchs 27-6.  We played scared today.  We were just intimadated.  That's the bottom line Coach Greg said immediately after the game. I looked in my kids eyes today and I seen wolf.  They was shook after the weigh-in and even after we tired to assure them that every kid made weight.  Unfortunately, our kids for some odd reason thought they were big.  I personally did not but I'm not playing either Coach Tone said.

As far as the game,  they did everything we saw on tape.  Matter fact, the only play we did not see on tape was the naked boot leg which went for a touchdown late in second quarter.  Other than that, it was the exact same.  I thought we did an excellent job of scouting. I thought we had a good game plan going in to this but it just did not materialize on the field today. Its my fault.  I gotta get my kids in a better position to make plays Coach Greg said angerily.     

Truth be told, the only player that seem to bring his lunch pale work was Easy Stack aka # 21.  Easy rushed for over 100 yards and scored on the game's last play from scrimmage.  He was a man among boys today and the funniest thing was, he was the smallest kid out there on the field.  Other than that, I'm absolutely shocked at how my kids played Coach Tone barked.  

Lansdale forced 3 turnovers and capitalized on all three by scoring touchdowns.  We just can't compete when we make mistakes "WE CAN'T..  Coach Greg stated.  I saw kids missing easy tackles and I seen kids mysteriouly stepping out of the way and purposely missing tackles.  The only good thing about today was we got it all on film.  We will find out who wants to play and who just wants to wear a shirt.  I'll guarentee that. 

The Monarchs hit the road next week and play the Cobbs Creek Cats.  Hopefully, after a week of practice, the results will be different.  Only time will tell.  See you next week.



     

Monarchs 105's Punish Gladiators 41-6

E. Gleplay behind the devasting lead block from T. Harmon takes one to the house.

Mt. Airy Bantoms Toople Monarchs 27-12

On a rain soaked Saturday afternoon in Darby, the Monarchs welcome Keystone League power the Mt. Airy Bantoms.  The game which seem awkward at best matched the Monarchs 120's versus the Bantoms 105's.  On the surface, it seem like the monarchs would have the advantage weight wise, but in reality they did not.  The keystones league 105's maximum weight is 135 pounds and the age range is 13-14. Thus, the Bantoms were older, heavier and more physical Coach Greg barked after the game.  I set my kids up for failure today, I really did.  I just wanted the work but truth be told, I put my kids in a bad spot today because I did not fully understand the keystone league rules.  I apologized to kids and my parents afterward. 

Next time we play an organization from that league, we will have to get on the scale and the match teams up by age and weight instead of by our respective league weight classes and rules.  No more gentleman's agreements because the Mt Airy coach flat out told us lie. We had fans on both sides yelling ringer.  It could have gotten real ugly real quick for real.  Plain and simple it was an unsafe environment for my kids and I take full responsibility for that.   

As far as the game, the Bantoms jumped out to a 13-0 lead in the first quarter.  The Monarchs managed to cut the lead to 13-6 on a sweep to A. Gleplay near the end of the third.  He jogged 50 yards untouched on his first run from scrimmage.  Gleplay had a total of 3 rushes for 105 yards and two touchdowns but in the end, the Bantoms were to strong and coasted to a 27-12 victory.   I knew this was going to be a tough opponent Coach Greg stated, but when my kids started complaining that the other team was just to old I knew something was wrong.  My kids rarely complain.

We did not get beat today, they simply played the wrong team played today. Bottom line.  Mt. Airy's 105's age wise matches up with our 145's not our 120's.  I'm not sure if this was deliberate attempt to circumvent the system but it comes very close in my book especially when they told us they played and beat the Blawkhawks from Liberty Pop Warner.  At any rate, I'll look at the tape and see if i can get an idea of where we had breakdowns but at the end, I'm not concerned about this game Coach Tone barked.  We got the Trojans coming in our house next week.  And we will take out our frustrations on them.  They are the next team on the schedule.   End of discussion.

Monarchs 105's - Ground Level

N. Brooker catches past from I. Mills during the first quarter agains the Scorpions.  I know there parents are proud!!!

Monarchs Take No Mercy On Scorpions

The Delco Monarchs season opener against league new comer the Golden Mile Scorpions proved to be no contest. The Monarchs quickly flexed there muscles and jumped all over there over matched opponents from Morton, PA.  I loathe games like this.  I really do Coach Greg said afterwards but there on our schedule and all we can do is play the team in front of us.  Today, it was the Scorpions. I take my hat off to Coach Reggie.  He started that organization from the ground up and they are just going through growing pains right now.  They will get better.   All we did today is just get "Bigger Heads"  Coach Tone shouted as he was walking to the parking lot.  We are not that good ourselves. We were sloppy, out of sync, and looked lost from what I can remember Coach Greg barked as the teams were shaking hands.  And after we break down the game tape who else knows what we will see.  We just gotta get back to work on next Tuesday. 

The Monarchs scored a host of touchdowns, a saftey and cruised to a 29-0 victory.  From the looks of it, the coaching staff was not happy nor impressed by there team performance.  I know what's on the table.  We have non league contests against Chester, Bristol, No Limit, and the Steelers and believe me it won't be as easy as it was today Coach Tone reminded the ball club.  And Upland and Sharon Hill keeps call for a scrimmages.  Needless to say, these young Monarchs have there work cut out for them in the 2012 football season.  So Stay tuned.

Monarchs Play'n Defense - Ground Level

Defense Wins Championships!!! 

Monarchs Topple Roadrunners

The Kingsessing Road Runners, from Liberty Pop Warner, visited the Delco Monarchs yesterday for only the second time in team history.  And, for the second straight time, the visitors from 49th and Chester  Avenue where given a rude awakening in Delaware County.  The Monarchs, who for most of the preseason, struggled to field the 145 pound weight class looked in mid season form.  I was pleasantly surprised at how we played tonight Coach Gene said especially since we had some disciplinary issues. 

The Monarchs pretty much had there way with the Road Runners today Coach Greg added but I saw some things that needed to be corrected.  We were slow getting in and out of the huddle, our defensive end was lining up out of position and center / quarterback exchange wasn't always as smooth as we would like.   We will have to check the tape Coach Tone bark when asked his thoughts of the game.  I can't tell you anything until I see the tape so don't ask!!

The Monarchs 145's start league play next week in Wilmington, Delaware versus league new comers the Pure Talent Gladiators.  The monarchs return 6 starters from last years bunch.  E. Cumming, P. Benson, E. Sheppard III, J. Dweh, G. Subah and A. Thollie.  Plus they have some exciting new comers. 

             

Monarchs vs Oak Lane - Ground Level

On Saturday, Aug 18th the Delco Monarchs hosted there 3rd annual football jamboree. The Monarchs 170lb team scrimmaged the West Oak Lane Wildcats and the Parkside Saints.  Both organizations are members of Liberty Pop Warner which is located in Philadelphia.   As far as the scrimmage, Coach Greg said that the Monarchs held there own against the Wildcats. However, against the Saints we struggled.  I thought coming in Oak Lane would give us fits.  They beat us up pretty good two years ago at there place.  I was pleasantly suprised we went toe to toe with a divison one team.  It was an even game. 

As far as the Saints, it was more or less a numbers game.  They had 40 something kids over there.  They simply wore us down.  And, it got a little testee when the Saints players shouted  "We Ain't Tag'n No More". I thought it was funny Coach Greg said shortly after the scrimmage.  But there a helluva team!  There big, fast and strong.  And they have the numbers to do some damage to anybody.  But I'm not worried or concerned at all Coach Greg said.  I wanted somebody to come in our house and rough us a little bit.  Why???  Cuz, I got some kids wit big heads and today that bubble burst.  Now, I wanna see how my kids respond after getting knocked down.  We got the Golden Mile Scorpions week 1.