Comments for A Handful of Sports

Comment on Game of the Century by Shawn Klunk

Shawn Klunk — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 19:22:57 +0000

I played for Coach Beard 1993-1995 at Hanover. Though I didn’t particularly get along with him, I realized how knowledgeable he was when I began working with my son on his game. I’m glad Coach Beard is doing well.

Comment on Making a statement by J stoner

J stoner — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 02:57:00 +0000

How did the turkey trot go for him?

Comment on Daniel Paulling: Explaining my Week 11 Sun Poll Ballot by Ed Cramer

Ed Cramer — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 21:55:05 +0000

Daniel, I realize that this poll is just for fun. However, having followed your weekly illogical explanations on how you voted, I am convinced that there is nothing Bermudian Springs can do for you to vote them #1. Each week you have totally astonished me by slighting them! First, you state your “thought process is simple”. I would say it is more “simple-minded”. Next you say that your judgment is based on the entire “body of work” for each team during the season. I do not want to take any credit away from Spring Grove, as they have had a great turn- around season under coach Stoner and deserve all the praise and accolades given. South Western is a different story, however, one filled with inconsistency throughout the season, and they do not deserve to be ranked #2 as reflected by their 6-5 record. Fantasizing hypothetical “what ifs” by comparing scores is not a fair and sound way to rate teams, and you have done this all season, making your logic very skewed and irrational. Berm’s “body of work” over an eleven week season speaks for itself, record wise (11-0) and statistically on BOTH sides of the ball. They are arguably the most dominating defensive team in the York-Adams area. They have accomplished everything possible, taking care of business one week at a time. Berm’s overall “body of work” as the only UNDEFEATED area team this season thus far should have EARNED them the rank of #1. IMO the logical ranking should be as follows…#1 Berm 11-0 #2 Spring Grove 8-3 (yes, they lost 3 games, but played exciting football) #3 Biglerville 9-2 (yes, they are a smaller school than SW which, wow, lost 5 games!!!). As a TEAM Biglerville consistently played much better all season than SW. TEAM SUCCESS is not based on who has the most talented players, or the number of players on the team, or their classification based on school population, but on individuals playing together with great chemistry winning as a TEAM. Daniel, I believe you made the voting process way too complicated and hypothetical. Yes, your newspaper ranking is just for fun, but please give credit where credit is due. In fairness to the Berm players, they had the most successful season of ALL area teams as demonstrated by their play, their effort and accomplishment on the football field each week, in spite of the fact that they had a target on their backs each game because they were UNDEFEATED. Everyone wanted to beat them badly. In summarizing, Berm has EARNED the #1 ranking on the playing field with their determined “body of work” and not in a newspaper poll. Thus far they have attained all their team goals and should be recognized for the accomplishment! Berm at #3…that’s silly! Base your ranking on reality, not fantasy!

Comment on Daniel Paulling: Explaining my Week 8 Sun Poll Ballot by Ed Cramer

Ed Cramer — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 21:33:55 +0000

Correction Daniel…Biglerville plays York Suburban at home next week…they play at Berm on week 10…take care!

Comment on Umpiring Mistake at Biglerville/Berm Baseball Game by ebooks grats

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Comment on Added perk by bigmoney12

bigmoney12 — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 03:35:34 +0000

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Comment on Daniel Paulling: Explaining my Week 4 Sun Poll Ballot by Berm

Berm — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 23:27:27 +0000

Bermudian fourth? That’s a joke.

Comment on Daniel Paulling: Explaining my Week 4 Sun Poll Ballot by Jenn Krentler

Jenn Krentler — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 18:21:45 +0000

Hanover has the patience and determination in their young team. Go with Hanover over Fairfield.

Comment on Always running by Cmo

Cmo — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 20:16:36 +0000

Brady might want to check his numbers.

Comment on Felton and Krise tight until the finish by Stu Krise

Stu Krise — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 20:38:41 +0000

Thank you so much for this article. Brandon (My son) and Mike are great young men. I am so proud of them both. I will be cheering for Mike at Temple and praying for Brandon as he leaves for the Marines. They will both be a reason for thanks and pride.