The Shamrocks from Louisville Trinity

June 29, 2017 Fletcher Long 0

According to Wikipedia, a shamrock is a young sprig of clover used as a symbol of Ireland and, particularly, Saint Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, as a metaphor of the Holy Trinity. The Shamrock is particularly associated with the concept of being lucky. I have heard an Irish blessing, the […]

Hold that Tiger…!

June 27, 2017 Fletcher Long 2

While I am tipping the hat to top High School programs in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, it hardly seems fair that I should omit my Alma Mater, Hopkinsville High School. Hopkinsville High School is the 12th winningest program in KHSAA history, coming in with a career mark of 650-476-33. Coach Fleming […]

“Let’s give a rah for dear Old High School…”

June 27, 2017 Fletcher Long 1

Many of you will accuse me of writing this article because I am a good friend of Monty Bross, Jaylin The Boss Bross’ father and, by reputation, Mr. Male High School. Well, maybe. Regardless of the motivation, one has to admit the tradition and history of Louisville Male High School is both fascinating and […]

Salute to the Red Devils

June 27, 2017 Fletcher Long 0

Well, if you are any type of Kentucky High School Football fan, or even University of Kentucky football fan, you have to remember Mark Higgs. In a real lesson for all young ballers, it is reported that Higgs was discouraged from playing football because he was 5’7″ tall. Granted, Mark […]

In Memory of Miss Betty…

June 22, 2017 Fletcher Long 4

Many of you who regularly read this online publication will wonder what this has to do with prep football in Kentucky. The kindest and sweetest woman I ever had the pleasure of knowing was laid to rest today. I have known and looked up to her three sons all my […]

A Wonderful Father’s Day

June 18, 2017 Fletcher Long 0

I am sitting here on Father’s Day having just gotten the privilege of watching and getting to commentate two wonderfully exciting contests between two teams under the direction of two Directors who feel, to me, as though we are all family. If you will indulge me, and if the editorial […]