Eagles are grounded, Riverhawks repeat and go to state!

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Last week's match-up between the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks (12-1) and the Graham-Kapowsin Eagles (12-2) was a showdown of two teams at the top of their game. The Eagles brought an all-American lineman to the contest (Six-and-a-half feet tall, over three hundred pounds, and a SOPHOMORE!), and the Riverhawks brought the all-time leading rusher in the state of Washington. Combined with other features, such as the best defense in the state and impressive win streaks by both teams, this game proved to be exciting and worthy of any pre-game hype.
For dramatic effect, the weather provided a heavy downfall of snow to start the first quarter. Combined with the freezing chill, the game started with an atmosphere of intensity.
FIRST QUARTER Chiawana starts at midfield, and rips off five straight run plays for a touchdown. The extra point is good, and the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks lead 7-0, with 9:38 left. The Eagles get the ball around their own thirty. After a couple of run plays, they throw a pick, and Chiawana once again has the ball near midfield. Play goes back and forth with no major instances. The quarter ends with Graham-Kapowsin sputtering near midfield.

SECOND QUARTER

For the first half of the second quarter, both teams trade possessions that end in punts. However, when the 'Hawks gained great field position at the G-K 19, they took advantage of it. The very next play was a pass for a touchdown. With 5:47 left in the half, the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks take a 14-0 lead.
G-K takes over at their own 16. The first play from scrimmage is a fumble. Chiawana recovers at the G-K 5 yard line. Facing a strong defense, it takes the 'Hawks a few plays to ply the pylons with the pigskin, but ply the pylons they do. With 4:25 left, the score is 21-0, Chiawana.
G-K starts a drive at their own 29. With a respectable mix of play-calling, the Eagles march down field. Things take a turn for the worse for them, however, as they throw another pick, which puts Chiawana at the G-K 30.
The 'Hawks do not manage to muster much maneuverability, and they are forced to punt. G-K runs out the clock to end the half.

THIRD QUARTER

The Eagles start at their own 29. After an ineffective mix of plays, G-K lines up to punt. It is a bad snap, and Chiawana gets the ball back at the G-K 29. A couple of plays later, the Riverhawks fumble, and turn the ball over. The Eagles get the ball at their own 30.
G-K rolls on a drive that is their best of the game, to this point. A smart mix of run and pass plays takes them down to the Chiawana 4, where they run out of steam and turn the ball over on downs.
Chiawana runs the ball a few times, and then punts.
G-K gets the ball at the Chiawana 44. After a couple of plays, the Eagles throw another pick. The ball is taken down to the G-K 20.
Chiawana runs it a few times, then fumbles the ball. The Eagles wind up with a 4th-and-goal at the one-and-a-half yard line as the quarter ends.

FOURTH QUARTER

G-K punches it in on their first play of the quarter. They go for two, and come up short. With 11:56 to play in the game, the Eagles are on the board, 21-6.
Chiawana starts at their 37. Run after run takes them down to about the 43 of the Eagles, when the drive stalls. A punt starts G-K at their own 17.
Forced to pass, the Eagles go three-and-out, and punt the ball.
With great field position, around midfield, Chiawana begins their attack. A methodical, meaningful, majestic set of runs takes the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks into pay dirt. The extra is good, and with 5:35 left in the game, they go ahead 28-6.
Graham-Kapowsin starts their last drive in good field position at the Chiawana 32. They put together a beautiful blend of blistering plays to march down field and score again. Like last time, their 2-point conversion was not to be. With only 3:54 left, the score is now 28-12.
Chiawana begins at about midfield, and on six consecutive plays, run down the clock to end the game.

THE HAWK TALKER'S 2 CENTS

What a game! The pre-game murmured with talk of a beast of a guy, an all-American lineman from Graham-Kapowsin, who was coming into town, and would give our guys a handful. Now, I wasn't there in the trenches, mixing it up and plowing turf, but I bet that this guy DID present a challenge for the line on both sides of the ball. As a testament to great coaching and great play, our men met that challenge. Despite the fact that the Eagles brought a load of linemen, in the end experience out-muscled mass, and the battle in the trenches was won by the 'Hawks.
It was exciting to watch our running back dominate this season, and for him to break the state record for total rushing yards was quite a big deal. Remember that he missed a game this season, and he STILL has almost 2,800 yards, with one game left. I can't wait to see where he winds up in college.
As much as it is nice to win a game like this, we left plenty of room for improvement. For the most part, G-K seemed to be snake-bit from the start. They missed a deep pass that was off of the receiver's chest. There was "touch down" written all over that pass, and it may have been an early game-changer. As it was, however, three picks by the strong Chiawana defense deflated any aspirations along those lines.
Chiawana turned the ball over a couple of times, as well. Against a more seasoned team with a deeper bench, this will certainly be a problem.
Overall, the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks showed why they have all of the tools to repeat their championship run.

NEXT GAME - FOR ALL THE MARBLES

Bothell is the coming in as the team to beat, according to odds-makers. Both teams are on tremendous win streaks - Chiawana is riding a twelve game win streak, Bothell thirteen. Both teams bring potent offenses and stingy defenses to the table. Both teams have amassed a sick differential of points scored versus points allowed. Through the playoffs, Bothell has outscored their opponents 119-47, while Chiawana's PF-PA is 113-22. This means that Bothell is putting up 40 points per game, the Riverhawks 38. The Cougars are allowing 16 points per game to Chiawana's 7. All of this, of course, looks great on paper, which is why we play the game.
The three areas Chiawana needs to focus on are the QB and receivers on offense, and the hard hitters on defense. Rumor has it that their 6'3" quarterback may have the goods to go pro. Match that up with a squad of gangly, sure-handed receivers, led by a six-foot-five tight end, and the Cougars bring a potent offense to the table. As far as the defense goes, the line backer squad packs more hits than the Beatles, and will surely pose a challenge for the all-time leading rusher in Washington high school history.
Here are some things that Chiawana can do to remain the state champions. First and foremost, the defense needs to create chaos. The animals on the d-line need to break through and keep the QB hurrying his passes. One imperative aspect of this is that our guys need to wrap up when they tackle. The quarterback is a big boy, and just chasing him around won't be enough. Once we have him moving around, it is KEY that we hit him and wrap up. If we just get to him, only to see him break tackles and inspire his team by turning a potential sack into something positive, it may be a long night for the 'Hawks.
Also, we have to stay ahead of coverage on their giant receivers. If we find ourselves behind them, especially on short timing plays like slants or curls, we will get burned. Hopefully practice this week will place our guys in front of the routes, eagerly anticipating the timing of the play. Our d-backs will need to keep their heads on a swivel as they cover the receivers, and yet they will also have to come flying into run plays with reckless abandon. No guts, no glory.
The Cougar defense will bring a punch. In order for our run game to have a chance to establish, our big guys will have to have control play all the way down field. Not only will they need to clear a path, they will also have to deal with line backers screaming into plays like waves of flying monkeys. Our boys will have to buck up and take care of business when it comes to the Bothell defense and their bad intentions.
As I have mentioned in other posts, if we can gain an edge on special teams, it could prove to be the difference in the game. We have to keep them pinned down deep in their own territory, and we need to set up to break one for a touch down on a kickoff return, if possible. Maybe a designed hook-and-ladder play late in the game could make a difference.
Turnovers will prove to be key, should they occur. More so than ever in the season, Chiawana needs to PROTECT THE BALL on offense, and MAKE A HUGE PLAY on defense during every possession. The question this game - Who is going to step up? We need big hits and big plays. Our d-backs and line backers should have the mentality, "If they catch the ball in my zone, it is my job to make them pay for it." This means either a big hit, strip the ball to cause a fumble, or at the very least keep their YAC stats at zero.
The two best 4A teams are facing off against each other. Only the best will take home the trophy. I know that Chiawana will be the "Killer of Giants" - there is no doubt in my mind that if they play like they know how to, this outcome is inevitable. I can't wait until the excitement of game day is in the air. Be at the Tacoma Dome this Saturday the 6th at 7:30 for the 4A match-up.  

Go 'Hawks!

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Thanksgiving Day Report - Semi-finals vs. the Graham-Kapowsin Eagles

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QUARTERFINAL WRAP-UP vs. GONZAGA PREP

It is a crispy day, with a breeze and a hint of winter in the air. The mighty Chiawana Riverhawks (11-1, 7-0) accept the quarterfinal challenge presented by the persistent Gonzaga Prep Bullpups (10-2, 5-0). GP, as expected, look sharp and strong. Could it be that on this day the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks have finally met their match?

On paper, the statisticians have GP ranked very close to last year's state runner-up, Camas. In a way, this would be like the game that can never happen this year, since Camas is out of the brackets. We all know that paper is good for other things besides predicting football games, so we play the game.

Basically, the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks dominated from start to finish. There were penalties and scores. Individuals stepped up to benefit the team. There were big hits, loud fans, and the energy was infectious. In the end, the score was 38-3, and the Riverhawks advance to lock horns with the Graham-Kapowsin Eagles (12-1, 5-1) at Edgar Brown Stadium on Saturday, November 29th at 1 pm.

SPECIAL REPORT - SEMI-FINAL MATCHUP

 OFFENSE = CONTROL, DEFENSE = CHAOS, SPECIAL TEAMS = ?

Here is a bonus "Turkey Day" report! Two cents from the Hawk Talker, regarding offense, defense, special teams and a score prediction for the upcoming game. 

Ratings are on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being best.

OFFENSE
Any time you have an explosive offense, you always have a chance to win a game. With our offense, "explosive" becomes "atomic." The argument can be made that we are one-dimensional, and that if a defense can just find a way to contain the mighty Chiawana Riverhawk run game, they will force the 'Hawks to a passing game, thus providing an opportunity. This isn't to say that the Chiawana passing game is not worthy of the task. This just means that the offense will change in a variety of ways - Pressure of "having" to pass, instead of the luxury of choosing when to pass, having to deal with a defense that is stoked, since they are shutting down the run, and the fact that the team is more used to running, so if the passing game is a poor match-up for some reason, the 'Hawks are in some trouble.
Ball protection has been an issue, and continues to afford the defenses opportunities. If Chiawana expects to win the next two, they will need to win in turnovers. At this level, at this stage, turnovers can make or break a team. It is important that the team focuses on ball handling and control. This means catch easy passes, don't raise the football over the heads of linemen when you cross the line of scrimmage, and make sure you have tight control over the ball at all times.
Our offensive linemen have done a tremendous job of blocking, staying with their blocks and blocking down field. An often unmentioned facet of their job includes not getting senseless penalties. Game after game, this line shows why they are considered to be the "backbone of the team," and every one of the skill position players should give these guys special recognition at the end of the year. For a group to become so precise and effective demonstrates their level of dedication and mature approach to the game.
The play calling is easy when you have the talent at running back that the 'Hawks have. Any time you can know that wherever you are on the field, you can score, it is a level of confidence that is not easily countered. When you have a defense focused on a single player, it makes it easier to spread it around, keeping the defense off balance.
Although the Riverhawks boast the best offense in the state, I believe that they will have to step it up a bit to finish with wins. Ball control must be priority, and we may need to be ready to make the game-time adjustments necessary to stop any effective defensive maneuvers. I believe that we need a couple of "trick" plays to help confuse the defense - maybe a flea-flicker, halfback pass or hook-and-ladder. If our line stays strong, smart and healthy, we will never be too far out of any game.

Overall rating - 8.5

DEFENSE
A common adage in sports is "Offense wins games, defense wins championships." I can agree with this philosophy. While it is important to have an offense that can produce, if the game is close, your defense can stop the opponent from scoring more, allowing your offense more opportunities to produce. Not only that, but each time your defense scores it 1) Denies their offense points, 2) Gets the fans, players and coaches pumped up, and 3) Can change momentum.
Our defense is strong, mainly due to the wisdom and ball-finding sense of seasoned players. Our team is quick and alert, and they respond and anticipate well. Unfortunately, this can be used against them, and we have glimpsed this a couple of times. Whenever an opponent has a misdirection play to the outside, we usually "catch up" to it, rather than play to stop it. Any type of reverse or "student body" sweep puts us at a disadvantage.
A couple of the players are hard hitters, and the team swarms well. The weaknesses would be tackling, over pursuit and wrapping up. Against GP, there were a couple of times when once their big backs gained a head of steam, I knew we would have our hands full. If a team runs strong but shifty, they will have a chance to keep the game competitive.
The 'Hawks have a difficult time responding to bubble or WR screens. Even mediocre teams have had some success with this play, and if it happens that the offense notices a corner or LB blitz and makes the audible, that could spell trouble. Also, there seems to not be any weak side or outside contain, which opens up the possibility of getting burned on a reverse.
If our defense if firing on all cylinders, and if speed can manage to beat size going forward, our smart guys will be able to rise to the challenge.

Overall rating - 9

SPECIAL TEAMS
I cannot express enough how often I notice how coaches overlook the potential of dynamic special teams play. In a tight game, this aspect can make every bit of difference.
Our special teams play is pretty solid, as evidenced by opponents' field position, our field position, and overall control. The team has shown that they have the ability to recover onside kicks and use fake punts when necessary. Our field goal kicker is dynamite, and was the second highest scorer on the team recently (and may be currently, I haven't checked the stats).
I think that there is one area where we can improve - forced fumbles. This is a situation that can be created by a disciplined special teams unit, and with the talent of the Riverhawks, it can be taught and enforced at a key or critical moment of the game, if possible. Now we just need to run one back.

Overall rating - 9.5

NEXT GAME
The Graham-Kapowsin Eagles are possibly the most comparable team, on paper, that we have played yet. Chiawana scores about 39.5 points per game, GK 36.5. If you factor out the biggest blowout for both teams, the difference is almost negligible. It is clear that both teams are used to scoring often. Both teams have shut out opponents, GK once, Chiawana three times. Maybe the most telling stat is the points scored against each team. GK has allowed up to 34 points in a game, while the most an opponent has scored against the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks is only 19 points. While the teams may look similar on paper, the game is played on the field.
On the field, it will be about "Offense = Control, Defense = Chaos, Special Teams = The vast unknown." This game should test all phases of the game more so than any game they have played before. Ball control on offense is key. Protecting the ball on offense is key. Ball control on offense is the key. Protecting the ball on offense is the key. I think that about covers it for the offense.
Defense needs to continue to rely on their field sense and speed. "Stay low, explode through the hips, wrap up" should be their mantra. Linebackers and DBs should make their presence known. If there isn't a play on the ball, make the receiver pay the tax for being on their real estate. A hit counts if you see "Snot or blood. Yours or theirs, it doesn't matter." This example is metaphoric, hyperbolic and for dramatic effect, of course, but the point is that at every second, the defense is making maximum effort to step up and make the play.
I love it when a special teams unit makes a huge play. It immediately provides "instant energy," which is important in a close game, or one in which the momentum needs to come our way.

PREDICTION - Riverhawks 31, GK 10

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Quarterfinal Matchup at Edgar Brown - We host Gonzaga Prep at 1

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SPECIAL REPORT - QUARTERFINAL MATCHUP

Today the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks (10-1, 7-0) take on the successfully scrappy Gonzaga Prep Bullpups (10-1, 5-0) in the quarterfinals of the WIAA playoffs! Gonzaga Prep is a perennial powerhouse in the state. They are always in the playoffs, usually go deep into the brackets, and sometimes win the whole shooting match.

Gonzaga Prep's only loss was to Shadle Park. Shadle Park is a 3A team, and they happen to be tearing up the 3A playoff brackets. Every year there is a 3A team or two that can handle a 4A

schedule. I think that this is the case with Shadle Park. They are ranked almost identical to Camas, according to MaxPreps.
Gonzaga Prep has been winning by playing smart football, from the looks of it. Their scores have been relatively close, with some distance there in the games you would expect. This can indicate that the offense is methodical, not explosive. The opponents have been restricted to few points, and the Bulldogs are coming off of a shoutout win over Beamer. It seems that this team is cerebral and persistent. I expect that they will bring answers to the Riverhawk high-powered arsenal. Whether or not the answers will be complete is another story. Their answers will be graded by the end of the fourth quarter.

If our big guys keep smashing their big guys, and our game is strong, we move on to the semis.

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11/4 - DOWN GOES DAVIS! DOWN GOES DAVIS! 'Hawks win 47-7

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Chiawana enjoys a home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. As long as they win, their next game is at home, until the final, which will be held at the Tacoma Dome. Stay tuned to THE RIVERHAWK REVIEW for updates! There will be a SPECIAL REPORT regarding the upcoming game with the Gonzaga Prep Bullpups. Don't miss it!
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November 15, 2014 - PASCO, WASH. -  The Chiawana Riverhawks (10-1, 7-0) and the A.C. Davis Pirates (Yakima) (9-2, 5-1) come together at Edgar Brown Memorial Stadium to compete for the opportunity to continue in the playoffs. Chiawana brings the state's best offense and defense. The Pirates enjoy their best season in school history, and bring a confusing, athletic defense. Nerves may be a factor, and who knows what challenges the contest will bring. The very air itself is an obstacle, as the chill is immediate and relentless.

Davis begins play at their 20. An incomplete pass on first down, and then a run sets the Pirates up for a sack on the next down. The drive stalls, and the Pirates punt the pigskin.
Chiawana starts just on the Davis side of midfield. The mighty Chiawana Riverhawks begin their bread-and-butter campaign - the ground-and-pound - with a purpose. The 'Hawks get a couple of first downs on their first three plays. They throw it a couple of times, to no avail. Back to the run. Lining up for the punt, Chiawana fakes it, and the run attempt falls a few yards short. Turnover on downs.
The Pirates keep it on the ground, starting at their 24. After gaining a first, they put it in the air. They manage to pick up a first down, and then the drive falls apart around the 41. Davis punts.
The Riverhawks begin play at their own 33. The mighty Chiawana Riverhawks lay down the law, and pound two runs for 67 yards and a touchdown. An explosive result of perfected timing, mature instincts, trust in one another, knowledge of the game and fortitude, all combined in a dynamic demonstration of destined determination. This is one reason why the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks are mighty.
With 4:28 left in the first quarter, the extra point makes it 7-0, Chiawana.
The Davis Pirates start their drive from their own 20. One run play, followed by another. On the second down, the Pirates fumble, and an alert defender scoops the ball, then blazes into pay dirt. Fifty-two seconds after scoring, the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks put another seven on the board. With 3:36 left, the score is now 14-0.
The best defense in the state showed up and wrecked any thoughts or ideas of changing this rank and status. This is another reason why the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks are mighty.
The Pirates start at their 20. Three plays, and minus twelve yards later, they punt.
Chiawana starts in good shape at their 43. A squirrely defensive alignment keeps the 'Hawks guessing, as the Pirates keep the run in check. Chiawana punts to end the quarter.

End of 1st Quarter - Score: Riverhawks 14, Kennewick 0 

Post-punt, the Pirates are pinned seven yards parallel to their pylons. The Pirates profoundly prefer the pass, and proceed to persist. The plan  is plundered, and the Pirates punt.
The Riverhawks once again begin around midfield. The 'Hawks mix up the plays a bit, but that pesky Pirate pressure on defense keeps the 'Hawks grounded. Chiawana punts.
Davis is trapped back at their own 9. They start safely on the ground, and control the ball for a first down around their 24. A negative run, and a couple of incomplete passes put the Pirates at a 4th and 12. The Pirates punt.
Once again Chiawana has magnificent field position near midfield. A pass and a nice run sets up a first down at the Davis 32. A penalty sets the 'Hawks back, and a few plays later they fumble.
Davis starts at their own 38. A run gains another 14. After a penalty sets them back five, the persistent Pirates pound pay dirt for six. The extra point makes the score 14-7, with 3:50 left in the half.
Chiawana starts at their 38. Their second play is a run for about half of the distance of a football field. Their fourth play is a fumble.
The pugnacious Pirates persevere, and their drive starts with a run. The Davis luck was not to last, however, as a Pirate pass is picked, and those mighty Chiawana Riverhawks take possession 31 yards from the end zone. The result is predictable. The 'Hawks were not to be denied, and a nifty pass and run combination puts another six in the bank with 1:05 left in the half. A successful extra point makes the score 21-7.
With time running out, Davis starts in the air from their own 43. They mostly sputter, but manage to connect on a first down. Their drive was not to last, however, and Chiawana runs out the half.

End of 2nd Quarter - Score: Riverhawks 21, Kennewick 0 

The Riverhawks start play at their own 43. They establish their presence with a few run plays, and a first down in Davis territory. A 24-yard pass puts the 'Hawks to the Davis 5. A couple of runs later, and the score is 27-7. The extra point is no good, and with 8:43 left in the quarter the Riverhawks extend their lead.
Davis starts at their own 31. They run it for five. The next play is a sack, and another run doesn't make it up. The Pirates punt.
Chiawana starts at their 35. A 65-yard run tacks on another six. The extra point is no good, and the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks go ahead 33-7.
The Pirates begin at their 34. A sack and an incomplete pass was too much for the 3rd down run to make up for, and the stingy Chiawana defense forces the punt.
The 'Hawks have the ball at their own 27. Three runs later, and they are at the Davis 11. Not to be denied, a touchdown pass and extra point made the score 40-7, with 3:34 left in the quarter.
With the ball at the 25, and not much choice, the Pirates continue to pass. Following a short pass and a sack, the third-down pass is intercepted.
The mighty Chiawana Riverhawks begin to rotate players, to give the workhorses some rest, and to give the backups some experience. From the Davis 14, they rumble. Run, run, run, to end the quarter with a 4th and less than one, at about the 4.

End of 3rd Quarter - Score: Riverhawks 21, Kennewick 7

A two-yard run resets the downs, and puts the 'Hawks two yards from paydirt. A bruising run play puts points on the board. The extra point is good, and the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks now lead 47-7, with 11:37 left in the game.
The team runs on just about every play, and they charge and pound down the field, to the Pirate 17. The drive grinds to a halt, and the Riverhawks turn the ball over on downs. The long drive and clock management helped to use up time, and Davis had no time left to score.

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Final Score: Riverhawks 47, A.C. Davis Pirates (Yakima) 7

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Next Week's Game - vs. Gonzaga Prep Bullpups (10-1, 5-0) @ Pasco (Edgar Brown Stadium)
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11/7 - Lewis and Clark Tigers fall to the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks

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Chiawana enjoys a home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. As long as they win, their next game is at home, until the final, which will be held at the Tacoma Dome.
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November 7, 2014 - PASCO, WASH. -  The Chiawana Riverhawks (8-1, 6-0) and the Lewis and Clark Tigers (Spokane) (5-4, 3-1) compete for the opportunity to continue in the playoffs.
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Chiawana begins play at their own 35. A couple of runs, and then a pass forces the punt. The punt is a dandy, and leaves the Tigers trapped deep in their own territory.
Lewis and Clark begins play at their own 7. A run for 12 earns them a first down. The Tigers mix up run and pass, along with well-timed penalties to find themselves with a first down at the 31. Here they stall, and are forced to punt.
The punt is dropped, and the Tigers have the ball back at the Chiawana 35. This advantage is lost, however, as the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks intercept the ball at their own 20.
Chiawana begins play, and rips of a righteous run of 76 yard, to set up a first-and-goal at the Lewis and Clark 4 yard line. The line jumps and sets the team back five yards. It was only a momentary setback, as a run for nine puts the Riverhawks into the end zone for six. The extra point is good, and the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks lead 7-0 with 6:14 to go in the first quarter.
The Tigers begin play at their own 30. A backwards run and short pass leave them with no gain. A sack puts them in 4th and 14 position, and they punt.
Chiawana begins play at their own 40. A penalty sets them back ten, but a couple of plays later, a nice run sets up a first down near midfield. The 'Hawks keep it on the ground, where they rumble for about twenty and a first on three plays. Unfortunately, Chiawana fumbled and turned the ball over at the Lewis and Clark 34.

End of 1st Quarter - Score: Riverhawks 7, Lewis and Clark 0 

The Tigers start by running the ball for no gain, then a pass gives them the first down. A long run of about 20 puts them near the Chiawana 35 with another first down. Lewis and Clark then keeps the ball on the ground, churning out yards as they pick up a couple of first downs. Near the Riverhawk 20, the Tigers run out of downs and turn the ball over.
Chiawana begins on their own 22, where they begin their drive with seven straight run plays. They rumble and roll to the Lewis and Clark 37. One incomplete pass sets up one that connects, and the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks air one into the end zone. The extra point makes it 14-0 with 3:28 left in the half.
The Tigers start at their own 37. They sputter and fizzle, and are forced to punt.
Chiawana gets the ball at their own 40. With time running out, they go to the air. On the drive, they pick up back-to-back first downs, which places them at the Tiger 25. An incomplete pass, and a scramble for a sack keeps them at the same place. On 4th down, the field goal attempt is no good. The Tigers get the ball back, and kneel to end the half.

End of 2nd Quarter - Score: Riverhawks 14, Lewis and Clark 0 

The second half begins as Chiawana successfully attempts an onside kick. They recover at the Lewis and Clark 30. A couple of run plays later, and the score is 21-0, with 11:12 left in the quarter.
Lewis and Clark begins play at their own 37. After a nice run, they fumble, and turn the ball over at around midfield.
The Riverhawks begin play at the Tiger 49. The 'Hawks were unable to generate any offense, as they are sacked for a loss, and a pass play actually results in negative yards. The Riverhawks are forced to punt the ball.
The Tigers begin play at their own 28. A couple of run plays give the Tigers a first down around midfield, where they fumble and lose possession of the ball.
A couple of run plays and a penalty get Chiawana nowhere. A couple of pass plays puts them into Lewis and Clark territory with a first down. The Riverhawks then rely on the run to chew up some more turf. An easy pass is dropped, and the 'Hawks continue on the ground, punishing potential players with the strength of their running game. After several run plays, the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks find themselves with a first-and-goal at the 1. The Tiger defense held strong, and forced a field goal. With only :44 left in the quarter, the 'Hawks lead 24-0.
The kickoff gives Lewis and Clark great field position at the 'Hawk 20. An offsides penalty and a sack move them back ten yards just before the end of the quarter.

End of 3rd Quarter - Score: Riverhawks 24, Lewis and Clark 0

Lewis and Clark start the 4th quarter at the Chiawana 20, with a 2nd down and 20. The Tigers fizzle on two pass plays for -1 yards, and wind up turning to ball over on downs.
Chiawana begins play at their own 19. They begin their rumble on the ground, and keep it there. As the clock grinds down, the Riverhawks gain about 16 yards before having to punt it.
The Tigers begin at their own 32. Their very first possession is a fumble, and they turn it over to the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks with 7:00 left in the game.
The Riverhawks begin only 30 yards from their end zone. With the smell of victory in the air, Chiawana marches down the field on the ground. The team makes it down to about the 7 yard line before giving up the ball on downs.
The Tigers have little choice but to put the ball in the air. Unfortunately the 'Hawks were ready, and the Tigers had a rough go of it. They are able to manage one first down before Chiawana intercepts the ball. They run out the clock to end the game.

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Final Score: Riverhawks 24, Lewis and Clark 0

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Next Week's Game - vs. Davis (9-1, 5-0) @ Pasco (Edgar Brown Stadium)
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Let the PLAYOFFS begin!

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Chiawana enjoys a home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. As long as they win, their next game is at home, until the final, which will be held at the Tacoma Dome. Here is a bit of commentary regarding our next game:

Lewis and Clark Tigers come in with honest but average tendencies, and should provide for a great warm-up game for the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks. The Tigers sport a record of 5-4 overall, 3-2 in district. Their record and 4A ranking of 28th is similar to that of one of our conference opponents, the Richland Bombers, who are ranked 30th, and have records of 4-5 overall and 4-3 in district play. If this comparison is any indication, we should expect a solid opponent, with favorable match-ups at key positions. The Lewis and Clark Tigers are without their starting quarterback, who is out for the season with an injury. The second-string Tiger is a game-but-young sophomore who will need to have an amazing game if the Tigers have a chance to win over the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks.

OTHER BRACKETS

The Walla Walla Blue Devils (#21, 5-4, 5-2) travel to Spokane to take on the Gonzaga Prep Bullpups (#10, 8-1, 5-0). It is entirely possible that we will meet either team in the third playoff game. Walla Walla is a conference battle, which the Riverhawks won earlier in the season, at Walla Walla. Although Gonzaga Prep sports an impressive record, their one loss was to a 3A team, and their wins were close, except when playing the worst teams in their league. I believe that WW is a stronger team than they appear to be on paper, and GP is weaker. This dynamic should make for a great game to watch, if you have the chance.

The Wenatchee Panthers and Davis Pirates both have a bye this week. Each team is on our side of the bracket. Apparently the Big 9 conference winner is their only entry into the playoffs. As far as the Pirates go, their game against the Moses Lake Chiefs turned out to be their last game of the regular season. Rather than play them again, the regular season game was counted as their first playoff game, and Davis gets the bye.

In the 3A bracket, you will find local teams Kennewick Lions and the Kamiakin Braves, both of which played against Chiawana with passion and intensity. They may be worth watching in the playoffs. Also, the 3A bracket boasts the state's highest ranked team - #1 Bellevue Wolverines.

Keep watching THE RIVERHAWK REVIEW for the Lewis and Clark Tigers vs. the Chiawana Riverhawks playoff match-up wrap-up!

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My thanks to those of you following this blog. If you have any pictures, please feel free to send them my way. I will post them as I need them, but I will give you credit when I do. If you like, go ahead and comment below. Who knows how many people are "thinking it" and just need for you to say it? Just be mature, and we can discuss it. If you need to send a pic, or drop me a line, feel free to do so at
hawk.talker@yahoo.com.

H.T.

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10/31 - 'Dawgs are pounded as Riverhawks sharpen their talons for the playoffs

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October 31, 2014 - PASCO, WASH. -  The Chiawana Riverhawks (8-1, 7-0) and the Pasco Bulldogs (2-7, 1-6) battle for cross-town respect on this Halloween night. It feels strange being on the visiting side of the stands. This is a first for me, in historic Edgar Brown Memorial Stadium[WIKI].

Rather than a play-by-play, I instead will briefly say this:

What can be said of such a game, which was 76-0 at the half? There were great individual and team efforts. At one point the mighty Chiawana Riverhawks scored 21 points in 48 seconds (10:22, 10:02 and 9:34 left in the 2nd quarter). There were picks, big plays and big hits. The starters played a bit, then rested for the playoffs. Some boys shined when it was their time to shine.

Playoffs, here we come!

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Final Score: Riverhawks 83, Pasco 7

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As our next opponents prepare to come into town and face the defending state champions, a respectful article describes the Riverhawk season, and the preparation of a regarded opponent:

Season recap by Greg Lee, reporter from Greater Spokane League (GSL) area

Next Week's Playoff Game:

vs Lewis & Clark Tigers (5-4, 3-2, Spokane)
@ Pasco (Edgar Brown Stadium)
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My thanks to those of you following this blog. If you have any pictures, please feel free to send them my way. I will post them as I need them, but I will give you credit when I do. If you like, go ahead and comment below. Who knows how many people are "thinking it" and just need for you to say it? Just be mature, and we can discuss it. If you need to send a pic, or drop me a line, feel free to do so at
hawk.talker@yahoo.com.

H.T.

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