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Greer's offensive coordinator Jay Abercrombie and defensive coordinator Travis Perry recently say down with yellowjacketsports.net to preview the 2010 Yellow Jackets. The first set of questions were for Coach Abercrombie...

Q: You are returning 8 starters from last year...how do you think this will benefit the offense?

A: There’s no substitute for experience. Their knowledge of the offense has allowed us to fast track our installation and puts us a week or two ahead of where we were this time last year.

Q: How are you looking to replace RB Dominique Parks, which was a three-year starter that had over 1000 yds in all of those years?

A: Dominique will be missed, but we have a lot of capable running backs, led by senior Dakari Sitton. Dakari got a lot of quality reps last year in big games and is ready for his opportunity to be the feature back.

Q: It seems that there has been a very competitive battle at quarterback, do you see this as a positive or negative?

A: I think competition is good, especially at quarterback. It forces players to focus on every rep and make the most of their opportunities. We are very fortunate to have two good quarterbacks, not only are they good athletes, but they are also good students and mature young men. This allows them to handle the competition in the right way.

Q: Can you give us a little breakdown at the offensive positions? (OL, QB, RB, WR)

A: OL – Matt Rochester and Josh Rumsey are working at tackle, with Jared Ensley, Alex Waters, and Daris Murry at guards, and James Redmon at center.

QB – Reese Hannon will return as our starter, both he and Taylor Lamb have improved in all facets of the game since

last year.

RB: - Dakari Sitton will lead a group of quality running backs that include Tremaine Dodd and D’Ante Fleming.

WR – This has been where we’ve seen the most growth and improvement in the off-season. This group will be led by

seniors Quadrick Mack, Jihad Lateef, juniors Jon Redmon, Josh Rowland, Shaq Mack, and sophomore D’Ante

Fleming.

Q: What expectations and goals do you have for the 2010 Greer offense?

A: We expect to be a more balanced offense this year that can force the defense to defend the entire field. If we can accomplish that everything else will take care of itself.

Q: Can you give us one key for this offense to be successful this season?

A: We have to continue to build on the success of our passing game from this pre-season. Our receivers are definitely the strength of this years’ team, and if we can continue to throw the ball effectively and efficiently we should be in pretty good shape.

Now, Coach Perry talks about his defense...

Q: How do you see this defensive group being different than last season's that
allowed almost 30 points per game?

A: They are a year older with a years experience under thier belt now. The
defensive front is faster and stronger.

Q: Have you changed any of your defensive skems or sets from last year?

A: We will play less man coverage this year and more zone

Q: Can you give up a little breakdown of your players for each positions? (DL,
LB, DB)

A: DL-Mario Sanders, Darris Murry, John Dawson, Keon Barnes, Timmigo Ballenger,
Matt Rochester, Josh Rumsey

OLB-Akio Suber, Jake McKown, Jarvon Walker, Dontavious Boyce, Aaron Hunt,

LB-Adam AhChing, Jared Ensley, Justin McKittrick, Joey Russo, Luke Howell, Jon
Hicks

DB-D'Anta Fleming, Dakari Sitton, Byron Thompson, Jihad Lateef, Josh Roland, Jon
Redmond

Q: What are you expectations and goals for this 2010 Greer defense?

A: As Always! Win Region, Win State Championship
Game Goals:
1-WIN
2-Less than 100yds. Rushing per game
3-Less than 50 yds. Passing per game
4-Shutout

A big thank you to both of these outstanding coaches for taking the time our of there extremely busy schedule these days to give us a look at both sides of the football for this year's team! The Greer players and fans are lucky to have such a great group of dedicated and passionate coaches!


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	*2010 Season Preview...* Greer's offensive coordinator Jay Abercrombie and defensive coordinator Travis Perry recently say down with yellowjacketsports.net to preview the 2010 Yellow Jackets. The first set of questions were for Coach Abercrombie... Q: You are returning 8 starters from last year...how do you think this will benefit the offense? A: There’s no substitute for experience. Their knowledge of the offense has allowed us to fast track our installation and puts us a week or two ahead of where we were this time last year. Q: How are you looking to replace RB Dominique Parks, which was a three-year starter that had over 1000 yds in all of those years? A: Dominique will be missed, but we have a lot of capable running backs, led by senior Dakari Sitton. Dakari got a lot of quality reps last year in big games and is ready for his opportunity to be the feature back. Q: It seems that there has been a very competitive battle at quarterback, do you see this as a positive or negative? A: I think competition is good, especially at quarterback. It forces players to focus on every rep and make the most of their opportunities. We are very fortunate to have two good quarterbacks, not only are they good athletes, but they are also good students and mature young men. This allows them to handle the competition in the right way. Q: Can you give us a little breakdown at the offensive positions? (OL, QB, RB, WR) A: OL – Matt Rochester and Josh Rumsey are working at tackle, with Jared Ensley, Alex Waters, and Daris Murry at guards, and James Redmon at center. QB – Reese Hannon will return as our starter, both he and Taylor Lamb have improved in all facets of the game since last year. RB: - Dakari Sitton will lead a group of quality running backs that include Tremaine Dodd and D’Ante Fleming. WR – This has been where we’ve seen the most growth and improvement in the off-season. This group will be led by seniors Quadrick Mack, Jihad Lateef, juniors Jon Redmon, Josh Rowland, Shaq Mack, and sophomore D’Ante Fleming. Q: What expectations and goals do you have for the 2010 Greer offense? A: We expect to be a more balanced offense this year that can force the defense to defend the entire field. If we can accomplish that everything else will take care of itself. Q: Can you give us one key for this offense to be successful this season? A: We have to continue to build on the success of our passing game from this pre-season. Our receivers are definitely the strength of this years’ team, and if we can continue to throw the ball effectively and efficiently we should be in pretty good shape. Now, Coach Perry talks about his defense... Q: How do you see this defensive group being different than last season's that allowed almost 30 points per game? A: They are a year older with a years experience under thier belt now. The defensive front is faster and stronger. Q: Have you changed any of your defensive skems or sets from last year? A: We will play less man coverage this year and more zone Q: Can you give up a little breakdown of your players for each positions? (DL, LB, DB) A: DL-Mario Sanders, Darris Murry, John Dawson, Keon Barnes, Timmigo Ballenger, Matt Rochester, Josh Rumsey OLB-Akio Suber, Jake McKown, Jarvon Walker, Dontavious Boyce, Aaron Hunt, LB-Adam AhChing, Jared Ensley, Justin McKittrick, Joey Russo, Luke Howell, Jon Hicks DB-D'Anta Fleming, Dakari Sitton, Byron Thompson, Jihad Lateef, Josh Roland, Jon Redmond Q: What are you expectations and goals for this 2010 Greer defense? A: As Always! Win Region, Win State Championship Game Goals: 1-WIN 2-Less than 100yds. Rushing per game 3-Less than 50 yds. Passing per game 4-Shutout A big thank you to both of these outstanding coaches for taking the time our of there extremely busy schedule these days to give us a look at both sides of the football for this year's team! The Greer players and fans are lucky to have such a great group of dedicated and passionate coaches! \| Greer Football Stats \| JV & C Team Football \| 2002 Season \| 2003 Football Season \| 2003 Football Game Stats \| Dooley Field \| Interviews \| 2004 Football Season \| 2005 Schedule \| 2005 Football Season \| 2006 Football Season \| 2007 Football Season \| 2008 Football Season \| 2009 Football Season \| 2010 Football Season \| \| Return Home \| Yellow Jacket Sports Network \| History, Hall of Fame, & More \| Great Links \| Contact Us \| Region III AAA Conference \| GHS Basketball \| Greer Yellow Jacket Football \| Audio and Video Page \|