He released an instructional DVD for passers, and he teamed with longtime college coach Hal Mumme to conduct an annual camp in El Paso every year for more than a decade. To have the opportunity to go back to Somerset and be there with Cole and where Sonny was Its a real family atmosphere, and were excited to get back up there, Detmer said. I would love for my players to remember me by teaching the next generation something that I have taught them. Email:Samuel.Antle@gcisd.net, Running Backs and Asst Offensive Line Coach, Tanner Antle - Defensive Coordinator / Varsity Linebackers, 4 year Letterman - Arkansas Tech University * 2 time all-conference selection * Senior Leadership Award Recipient Coaching 1yr - Graduate Assistant (Arkansas Tech University) 2yrs - Linebackers (Garland-Lakeview) 4yrs - Defensive Backs (Abilene High) 6yrs - Defensive Coordinator (Rockwall) 4yrs - Head Coach Athletic Director (Mount Vernon) 2yrs - Defensive Coordinator (Grapevine) 5yrs - Head Coach (Grapevine). He was a role model to all of us. Going back after I got fired I went back and became an assistant and it was invaluable, Lucas said. A player and 1990 graduate of Lincoln County High School, Lucas got his first head coaching gig with the Patriots in 2002 after a few years as an assistant at Somerset. Afterward, a dejected John Calipari fulfilled his postgame responsibilities to the media with an Tonight's 68-66 loss to Vanderbilt stinks, but the question on everyone's mind right now is, how is Cason Wallace? I just had the greatest seat to watch it, Lucas said after the game. Somerset head coadh Sonny Detmer (right) discusses a play on the field during the first half of their non-district football game with Boerne at Bulldog Stadium on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017. Somersets coaching staff suggested a lights-on tribute in Lucas honor at high school football fields across Kentucky on Monday evening. Robbie Lucas, 51, died Sunday. Abby Pattison led all scorers with 14 points and Mia Bradshaw added 12 points as No. The experience he gained throughout four decades as a football coach on the high school, college and professional indoor levels led Brian Basile to reevaluate his role at Somerset Area High School. But it wasnt just his teams that benefited from his tutelage. Jeff is a great hire for Somerset, Close said. WebStaff Page - Somerset High School Somerset High School Staff Directory First Name: Last Name: Title: Location: Department: To see a listing of all staff please click on submit. Born Hubert Detmer Jr. in Beaumont and immediately dubbed Sonny by his maternal grandmother, his family moved to Indiana before he turned 2. Invite the coach The interim tag was removed and Lucas went on to lead Somerset to five straight region titles and state semifinals appearances. Their father could have retired decades ago. His Crimson Crushers teams had back-to-back 10-3 records with District 6 Class 2A runner-up finishes in 2016 and 2017. The coach of the Briar Jumpers for 14 seasons, he led Somerset to a Class 2A State Title in 2019. Miguel High School. Somerset head coach Robbie Lucas died on Sunday. I didnt want to believe it, said student-athlete Owen Parnell. Games cannot end on a defensive penalty. Somerset football coach Robbie Lucas, who led Briar Jumpers to 2019 state title, has died By Jared Peck Updated November 14, 2022 1:10 PM Somerset High School Koy went on to play college football at Colorado, and joined his big brother to combine for 25 NFL seasons. SOMERSET, Ky. (LEX 18) Somerset High School Head Football Coach Charles 'Robbie' Lucas passed away over the weekend after battling illness. *Record tiebreakers are determined by each district through District Executive Committees. DELCIA LOPEZ, STAFF / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS NEWS, JOHN DAVENPORT, STAFF / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS, BILLY CALZADA, STAFF / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS, JOSE BARRERA, STAFF / EXPRESS-NEWS FILE PHOTO, Marvin Pfeiffer, Staff / San Antonio Express-News, BAHRAM MARK SOBHANI, STAFF / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS, HELEN L. MONTOYA, STAFF / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS, William Luther, Staff / San Antonio Express-News, John Davenport / San Antonio Express-News. He was 51. Johnstown Magazine is a positive and forward-thinking monthly publication for the people of our region. Grief counselors will be a Somerset High School on Tuesday for students and staff. Basile has been a familiar face on the sidelines and coaching booths throughout the region since the 1980s. Safford, AZ Coaching: Mt. WebAll-time football coaching wins John McKissick of Summerville holds all-time lead with 620 wins. It was about being a good student, a good citizen, said former Somerset student-athlete Andrew Leumann. Players lobbied on Lucass behalf and the Briar Jumpers went undefeated to district and region titles on the way to a runner-up finish in the Class 3A state championship game to Paducah Tilghman. Just like everywhere else, they just need a few more kids to participate. Coach Lucas has been a part of the SHS football program for more than 20 years and served as its head coach the last 14 seasons. Grapevine, TX Grapevine Middle school. I still have two young children, and Im involved in a lot of activities and I dont want to miss that, Basile said. Shortly after he passed away, tributes poured in from around the Commonwealth. Lucas learned those lessons well, earning a career mark of 118-78 with a 114-62 record at Somerset and eight region titles. Community Connector School Program presented by Optimum, Mr. Texas Football Player of the Year Award, North Texas Dance Team Spotlight presented by Children's Health, San Antonio Inspirational Coach of the Week, San Antonio Student Trainer Program Spotlight, Texas Children's Training Staff Superstars Award, become a Dave Campbells Texas Football Insider. Copyright 2021 by KSAT - All rights reserved. Board of Directors; Frequently Asked Questions; Membership Application; PIAA Mandatory Rules Interpretation Schedule; Tight ends. (I) want to send my condolences to the Somerset community. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Copyright 2023 PIAA. Also coaches Baseball at GHS. No. But the pinnacle of his career came in 2019 with a team led by players like quarterback Kaiya Sheron, now at Kentucky, and wideout Kade Grundy, now playing baseball for Louisville. WebGreg Tepper and Matt Stepp recap the Texas high school football coaching carousel so far, take a way-too-early look ahead to 2023, and more. Ty Detmer shattered almost every state passing mark in the book with the Dragons, and he went on to do the same thing with NCAA records at BYU, where he won the 1990 Heisman Trophy. (717) 697-0374|(800) 382-1392|Fax: (717) 697-7721 College:The University of Tulsa Winds WNW at 10 to 20 mph.. Urban, 54,was an integral part in starting the Somerset youth football program in the 1990s. The day Ty won the award, his dad was coaching his younger son, Koy, in a playoff game at Mission, the Rio Grande Valley town where Detmer spent several years. Its just a big, big loss.. Sonny Detmer, middle, and his sons, Ty, left, and Koy Detmer, who have many years of NFL experience between them. As well as visit every NFL/MLB stadium. This weekend the Kentucky high school football coaching fraternity sadly lost another member. But Im always looking for that next challenge and pursuit of excellence.. Upload it Ways you can help Make an impact on this team, and help keep After two 2-8 seasons, he was let go and returned to Somersets staff. Started Coaching career at Grapevine Middle School in 2016. My goal is to take a picture with every state sign. WPBK.com reports that Lucas died after battling cancer. Words cant describe how much I and everyone else in our community appreciates you, I love you coach. What you want your players to remember you for as a coach? High School - Rockwall, College - All Conference/ All American at Austin College. I want my players to remember that I love them and I will always be there if they need me. I explored some possibilities where the schedule will meet my family schedule a little better. Larson helped the school win three state football titles. Four-year-old girl killed in mobile home fire near Lytle Second person, Abilene Schnieder, arrested in fatal dog Man hit, killed walking across West Side street identified. All District Utility for Baseball in 2011. Low 33F. In two seasons at Somerset, Basile led the Golden Eagles to a 3-13 mark. Business Opportunites | Sitemap | Privacy Policy | Contact Us, Monday, October 11, 2021 (22/23 classification season), PIAA Mandatory Rules Interpretation Schedule, Rules Interpretation and Chapter Meetings. He was even a former Golden Eagles player himself, competing in the mid-1980s. WebATHLETIC COORDINATOR. He was 51. Somersets Detmer pioneered pass-happy change, Loss to TCU sinks Texas' hopes of playing for Big 12 championship. A Wisconsin community is mourning the loss of the longtime head football coach of Somerset High School. Hometown: Foyil, OK On Monday evening, the Somerset School District Board of Trustees met to name Koy Detmer Hopefully, this year, we are going to have some young men who will use the experience from last year and become leaders. Basile also coached with the Pittsburgh Power in the Arena Football League. Coaching: Haskell High School, West Virginia University, Arizona State University, Broken Arrow HS, Lake Hamilton HS, Marcus HS Tucson, AZ Cienega High school. I saw the mistakes. Tournament semifinals at EKU on Saturday to pit No. Koy is the offensive coordinator. Helping the player and or student succeed in life was his life calling. 5 Southwestern 34 Simon Kenton 19 Final Box Score Sep 4, 2022 @ 3:17pm Ihave always enjoyed the game and have been a student of the game. 22 TCU held on to beat Texas, denying the ninth-ranked Longhorns a chance to play for a share of the Big 12 title in Saturday's regular-season finale. person_outline Texas Football Staff He was not with the Briar Jumpers for their playoff game on Friday at Lexington Christian. I saw where I failed. Koy played quarterback for his father at Mission High School and served as head coach of the Eagles for the past five seasons. Tucson, AZ Empire High school. And that it was always about much more than just football. He was a junior high coach in 1998before entering the Pennsylvania State Police Academy. He was a great man and his players adored him. Head Coach. Running backs, offensive line. Dave Campbell's Texas Football reveals its 2023 6-Year TXHSFB Program Rankings, a comprehensive measure of every UIL Texas high school football program. I met with the team. Limited Ads. CALL. Grapevine, TX. Somerset High School football coach Robbie Lucas was named the 2019 Commonwealth Journal Co-Coach of the Year. Cant describe the pain this brings. Hopefully, we can stir some excitement within the high school and the community, get more kids out and put an excitement back in the program.". At the age of 76, he still was coaching at Somerset, having never been willing to walk away from the game that made him a Friday night legend. It got me into education. Detmer was 30-19 over 5 years. In high school he starred in four sports, and he returned to his native state after earning a scholarship to play baseball and basketball at Wharton County Junior College. 2 Lexington Catholic vs. No. I had a great coaching staff. But after coming back to Somerset where hed already coached three times as a consultant 15 years ago, he took over the full-time head coaching duties again in 2007. Somerset Football Roster 2022-23 Players (129) Staff (5) Do you have a team photo? Leaving the nest: Somerset football coach Brian Basile stepping down after 2 seasons. "He has been on the staff for years and coached other sports such as rifle and track, so his connection to the kids will be a great asset.". We have some good, young coaches in place on the staff, Basile said. Man accused of sexual assault on woman who said she fled Texas A&M still in the hunt for SEC title. Follow him on Twitter@Masty81. Now, Urban is the head football coach at the school he has dedicated so much time to over the years. The Cats' 2023 On3 Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Abby Pattison led all scorers with 14 points and Mia Bradshaw added 12 points as No. Funeral arrangements have not been made yet. WebSomerset Football Staff Players (65) Staff (1) Bruce Larson Head Coach Are you the coach? TCU 1983-1991, University of Minnesota 1992-1996, Head Coach Texas State 1997-2002, Purdue University 2003-2005, Texas A&M University 2006-2007, A&M COnsolidated HS 2008-2009, Sam Houston State 2010-2011, University of New Mexico 2012- 2017, Georgia Southern University 2018-2020, Spending time with Janet, walking/jogging, golf, traveling, spoiling our grandchildren. To read the 2022 season preview please become a Dave Campbells Texas Football Insider. Urban will need to rely on the underclassmen to right the ship for the Golden Eagles. Breaking news. LHAC approves conference expansion; What happens to WestPAC? Finally healthy, junior F DeYona Gaston has Texas on the verge of Wagner searching for breakthrough at state girls basketball tournament, Texas A&M tops Mississippi, keeps hopes of SEC title alive. I think everybody feels that. Film tells rest of their success story. Friday nights are still real exciting for me, Detmer told the Express-News that year. Clay Clevenger (second from left) was announced as the new Somerset High School football coach on Wednesday. The team had to contend with the pandemic taking away games both seasons. 8 Frederick Douglass against traditional powerhouse Madison Central. But way back in the 1970s, when Detmer was making stops at Churchill, Roosevelt, Central Catholic and Laredo Martin, his teams threw the ball more than anybody else. Southwest High School Head Football Coach Sonny Detmer shares a laugh with players at practice Wednesday afternoon. There was great support from the administration and one of the best athletic directors Ive ever worked with in Scott Close. Charles R. Robbie Lucas, who guided Somerset High Schools football team for 14 seasons and won a state championship in 2019, died Sunday, according to Somersets Commonwealth Journal. Bishop McCort coach Brian Basile talks to reporters after a 22-7 loss against Bishop Guilfoyle on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019, at Mansion Park in Altoona. But the 62-year-old Basile also realized that family commitments to his two young children came first. There are myriad reasons why Kentucky couldn't pull off the win against Vanderbilt during the Wildcats' 68-66 loss on Senior Night. He truly cared who you were, and it didnt matter if you were a football player, hockey player, band.. Somersets winning drive started on its own 14-yard line with just 28 seconds left. Follow him on Twitter @ARipple_DAsport. Rick Molina. He can be reached at (814) 532-5083. In-depth analysis. Words cant describe how much I and everyone else in our community appreciates you, I love you coach. Urban was approved unanimously by the Somerset Board of Directors on Monday as the new football coach, replacing Brian Basile, who stepped down in Februaryafter two seasons. A longtime assistant, Lucass head coaching career at Somerset began with an interim tag in 2009 when then-coach Jay Cobb resigned abruptly just before the start of the season. Lucas, 51, had been dealing with a prolonged illness that kept him from the sidelines for much of this season. Basile believes the foundation is in place for the Golden Eagles to take another step forward. 34-19 (W) Southwestern @ Simon Kenton On 9/3, the Southwestern varsity football team won their away non-conference game against Simon Kenton (Independence, KY) by a score of 34-19. MARVIN PFEIFFER / mpfeiffer@express-news.net, SPORTS - Somerset coach Sonny Detmer gives instruction to Justin Villanueva on the sideline Friday, August 30, 2002 at Southside High School Stadium. That I was honest and always had their best interest at heart, even if it meant TOUGH LOVE. Basile knew he couldnt devote as much time as hed like to the time-consuming duties as a head coach. Somerset football coach Brian Basile stepping down after 2 seasons, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Lucas appeared recently on The Coaches Office podcast with former Mercer County coach David Buchanan and former Boyle County coach Chuck Smith and spoke about what football has meant to him. Professional Development, Google Classroom and Other G Suite Tools PD Session with Laura Raganas, Google Classroom and Other G Suite Tools PD Session with Ashley Judd (1), Google Classroom and Other G Suite Tools PD Session with Ashley Judd (2). Follow him on Twitter @Masty81. Moving forward with expansion: LHAC approves conference expansion; What happens to WestPAC? Somerset Football Staff. Questions? Players (129) Staff (5) Sonny Detmer. A Hubbard Broadcasting Company. Mark Stoops opened his Monday press conference by sharing his thoughts with Lucas family and the Somerset community. Caleb Lowndes For Somerset High School Walked on at Dallas Baptist University in 2011 as a Catcher. 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