SORSN: First off, congratulations on beginning your 11th season as head coach of the Midway Greenwaves. Tell us about the off season changes to the coaching staff. (Who was lost, who was added, their roles, what they bring to the team)
Coach Moser: New addition to the coaching staff is Ryan Hill. Ryan played at Kingston and played his college ball at the University of Tennessee. Ryan will be working with our RB’s and DL. Coach Steve Stansbury is back with us after completing his tour in the Middle East with the United States Marine Corps. Steve will be again in charge of in-season strength and conditioning and assisting with the OL and DL. Coach Shillings is back (I think) and will be working with our WR’s and assisting in Defensive game planning. Coach O’toole is still around and is Defensive Coordinator and DB coach. Coach Campbell is also back for his 2nd year at his alma mater and is OL, LB and has a major role on the Offensive side.
SORSN: What did you see during the offseason, summer workouts and the preseason that you liked? Disliked or needs improvement?
Coach Moser: I like our attitude. They have come to work every day. They still have to learn what playing hard is. They have to learn how to give it all.
SORSN: According to the experts on 99.1 The Sports Animal, the “3 star” players make up the core of the team and is where the team pulls its leadership and heart from. Do you feel that this is true and how would you rank your “3 star” players against your opponents?
Coach Moser: We have a very demanding schedule. We must bring it EVERY PLAY – EVERY DAY! If we all play with all we got, I’ll take our guys against anyone.
SORSN: We’ve seen powerful run game in the past and now with the development of young Tom Viar – attempts at a passing attack. Let’s take for granted that the good folks up in Wartburg do not have internet, what can the folks on the hill expect to see from the offense on the 27th, opening night?
Coach Moser: Come out for opening night and see.
SORSN: For 5 years, Coach Moser has answered this question the same way….we’ll try again next year.
In the recent County Elections there was a grass roots movement in an effort to get Ralph Ramey elected as County Commissioner. Given the number of CORs (Cousin of Ralph) in and around SOR do you feel that a recount is warranted?
Coach Moser: You have put me in a bind with this question. Being a public figure I am supposed to remain neutral when it comes to politics. However, myself being a COR I think a recount is a must. Sorry Ronnie.
SORSN: A few weeks ago, Euchee Marina was the scene of what was nearly an electronic disaster when a floating dock gave way during an encore performance of Family Tradition by Ralph Ramey. Clearly, the dock wasn’t built to hold all the CORs. Given the turnout at the marina, presence of paparazzi and the size of the mash-pit when Ralph got on the mic, have you considered contacting Ralph’s agent for a performance/fund raiser for the football program? Do you think we can get Ralph to cover a Justin Timberlake song for the ladies? How about a promotion video for the football team of Ralph performing Hank’s “Are you ready for some football”? Halftime performance with Mr. Westrich & the band with Ralph? Coach, the possibilities are endless.
Coach Moser: I would love to get Ralph to sing “Are You Ready for Some Football” as the team ran to the field..Imagine the fence walkers excitement! Ralph would NEVER sing Justin Timberlake. You saw the ladies at Euchee. Ralph’s Hank stands for itself. I think we need some ideas from not only COR’s but all SOR to best use our natural resource, Ralph Ramey.
SORSN: In an earlier conversation, Coach O’Toole commented when asked about the team – “they are busting there ass and I’m fired up to coach them. Don’t know how good we will be but we’re going to hit and bust our ass.” Can we quote him on this…..errr…I think we just did?
Coach Moser: I will leave it up to Tool to speak for himself. The players are working hard, Dr. McMillan gave Coach O’Toole a clean bill of health and he has his group playing as hard as the stones mined in Crab Orchard. I get a little itch when it come to football, and can’t wait for the season to begin.
GO BIG GREEN!
Thanks Coach and as always, we look forward to Friday nights.