Despite 106 degree temps, the Rams and Friars 9th, JV, and Varsity squads battled for over 3 hours at Friar Stadium.  The freshmen and JV teams battled on opposite ends of the field for about an hour and 15 minutes.  At 7:15, the varsity teams began a controlled scrimmage.  The Rams did not allow a TD during 40 defensive plays and the offense tallied one score.  During a “live” 20 minute half, the Rams won 10-0.  The first score was a 36 yd. FG by sophomore kicker Keith Tobin followed by a late TD on a 5 yd pass from QB Yeddidiah Louis to WR Michael Weaver.  Dozens of Rams turned in strong performances and it is apparent that the 2011 Rams have lots of team speed and athleticism to offer.  The season opener is only days away against the South Garland Colonels.  The game is scheduled for Thursday, August 25 at Homer B. Johnson Stadium.  Kickoff is set for 7pm.

 The 9th, JV, and Varsity football scrimmages at Bishop Lynch’s Friar Stadium will be Friday, August 19th beginning at 6pm.  The staff at Bishop Lynch HS has informed us that they would like to make everyone aware of the gate situation on Friday night.  They WILL NOT be charging admission for the scrimmages.  But they WILL be accepting donations to contribute to the memorial scholarship funds of Daniel Carey and Ally Alexandrou, two Bishop Lynch students who were killed in a car accident approximately two weeks ago.  We encourage the entire Ram nation to support their efforts in this scholarship fundraiser.

The start of the 2011 season is upon us as the 9th, JV, and Varsity Rams will travel to Bishop Lynch HS on Friday, August 19 for a season-opening scrimmage v.s. the Friars.  The 9th and JV squads will be involved in half-field scrimmages beginning at 6pm and lasting for about an hour.  The varsity will begin their scrimmage with the Friars at 7pm and it will last about 90 minutes.  For directions to Friar Stadium, please click on our DIRECTIONS TO GAMES/STADIUMS tab.  We hope to see you there on Friday night.

The Rams have returned to the practice fields and after 4 days of non-contact practice, the team looks eager to strap on the pads and do some hitting.  Despite the 100 plus degree temps, the practices have been sharp and the overall effort level and positive attitudes have impressed Coach Ledford and the entire coaching staff.  The preparations have begun both on the field and in the classroom for the Week 0 showdown v.s. the South Garland Colonels.  The varsity will travel to HBJ Stadium in Garland on Thursday, August 25 for a 7pm kickoff v.s. the Colonels.  The memory of last year’s contest still lingers throughout the Ram program as South Garland rallied from a 17-0 second half deficit to defeat the Rams 24-17 in overtime.  Stay tuned for more news from the Ram practice field………………….