By Mitchell B. Koerber
Student Sports Journalist
For the past three weeks, numerous student athletes have been putting in hard work and dedication to achieve one common goal. WIN! WIN! WIN! During the hot month of August, before school began, the students from Pocahontas County High School were toughing out one 4-hour grueling practice after the next (after school began, the practices reduced to approximately two hours). Athletes spent time conditioning, running drills, watching film, learning routes, scrimmages and growing together as a team, but, more so a family.
This season the team is being led by Head Coach Doug Burns. His winning tradition and style have been well received by the players and the community. Coach Burns has gotten his 24-man squad in the best condition possible. When asked about his prospects for the upcoming season Coach Burns stated, “I’m very excited for this year! This is one of the hardest-working group of young men that I’ve had the pleasure to coach.”
The Offensive Line is led by Seniors D. J. Wilfong and Landon Hebb. Their experience and talent should provide for an exciting offense on Friday nights. Left Tackle D. J. Wilfong said, “I think we’ve got a special group of players this year who are willing to learn and work hard to achieve victory each week.”
Coming off of a dismal 1-9 season, the Warriors’ attitude and excitement has completely changed. The athletes have their heads up and are eager to begin play Friday night. The season kicks off with an away game at last year’s region winners Tucker County Mountain Lions. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.
PCHS Warriors
Football Schedule
August 30, at Tucker County.
September 6, at Meadow Bridge
September 14, vs Sherman
September 20, vs Greenbrier West
September 27, at Richwood
October 4, vs East Hardy
October 11, vs Wirt County *
October 18, at Pendleton County
November 1, vs Tygarts Valley
November 8, at Webster County
* Homecoming
