La Porte Post Game

[KT2000]

Congratulations to the team on the 37-3 regional semi-final victory over La Porte. Katy led 14-3 at half and outscored the Bulldogs 23-0 in the second half.

The first half was very flat offensively and also in parts defensively. The decision to bring in Haack for the second half helped get the offense going. Haack executed very well and we saw the Katy offense. That is why players are told to stay ready. You never know when your opportunity will arrive. Haack took full advantage of his opportunity today.

The defense did a very good job of limiting La Porte's production on the ground and not allowing points. Katy only ran three plays in the first quarter, but La Porte only had three points to show for all of that possession. Sam Holl was very active, and got himself a very good interception when he jumped a pass underneath and took it back to La Porte's 10. That was a huge momentum swing. He also returned a fumble for a TD in the second half. Channing Pate's interception was a tremendous read and break on the ball.

It was good to see a positive second half after a flat first half. The guys really needed to come out of that locker room with a purpose after halftime, and they responded.

[KTBaller]

The Hall pick was an absolute back breaker for La Porte. The kinda play you expect Hall to make.

[KTBaller]

I ilked the defense today. Keeping the opponent out of the endzone is a good idea. They completed some passes on us, but I think overall our pass coverage did well. No back breakers, nobody got behind us, and nobody scored. That one completion they had near the end of the 1st quarter, where Colt fell down, I'd like to see how they would play out if Colt stays on his feet. But, hey they deserve a FG. They earned it.

[KT2000]

I thought La Porte actually outplayed Katy up front in the first half.

[MWKT]

Great post. Haack was a huge factor today. Seemed to pickup everybody. The ball handling and the second-option play was great...like the dump to the FB in the red zone. What a beautiful first pass to Swanson and the pitches to the RB's in stride.

I can't quite explain why, but the offense just felt right for the first time this year.

[chunky79]

f i n a l l y

[tigerowl06]

f i n a l l y

Just in time. That sound you heard was a collective "ruh roh" around the state.

[KT2000]

f i n a l l y

Just in time. That sound you heard was a collective "ruh roh" around the state.

I wouldn't jump to any conclusions right now, but the move itself was telling. Stock had a bad day at a time when the team needs to be moving forward each week. It's been a hit/miss situation for 13 weeks. I didn't think there was much of a decision to be made at halftime. It needed to happen today. The offense has had some shaky outings this year, but I had never seen them as off as they were in the first half today.

Haack was prepared to play, and that's all you can ask of any player who steps into a key role during the course of a game.

[chunky79]

f i n a l l y

Just in time. That sound you heard was a collective "ruh roh" around the state.

I wouldn't jump to any conclusions right now, but the move itself was telling. Stock had a bad day at a time when the team needs to be moving forward each week. It's been a hit/miss situation for 13 weeks. I didn't think there was much of a decision to be made at halftime. It needed to happen today. The offense has had some shaky outings this year, but I had never seen them as off as they were in the first half today.

Haack was prepared to play, and that's all you can ask of any player who steps into a key role during the course of a game.

it's either going to make Stock work harder or just stay with Haack and be better.

[Jimbo171]

What was that guy's name? Wally Pipp?

[KT2000]

It's also important to note that the QB isn't the only aspect of passing offense. The entire unit must be productive for this offense to reach a championship level. No single player is going to be a cure all.

[chunky79]

It's also important to note that the QB isn't the only aspect of passing offense. The entire unit must be productive for this offense to reach a championship level. No single player is going to be a cure all.

not only, but 90%

Im just glad it finally happened

[Jimbo171]

I thought the O line pass blocked pretty well today. And there were a couple of times that they sealed the end on the sweeps. Bu-ti-ful!

[KTRAIN]

It's also important to note that the QB isn't the only aspect of passing offense. The entire unit must be productive for this offense to reach a championship level. No single player is going to be a cure all.

not only, but 90%

Im just glad it finally happened

Was it just me or did we finally see some Katy ball in the second half today

[KT2000]

not only, but 90%

Im just glad it finally happened

If anything, I'd make the Hawgs the 90%. Nothing happens without them getting bodies on folks.

[b.man]

Normally I'd agree with you KT, but on most of those plays today, Stock had more than enough time to get the ball off, and open receivers and just didn't pull the trigger. I think the first half was on him, and I think he knows it. Everyone has a bad day once in a while. Fortunately, we have a capable backup that played lights out today when he was needed. I kinda like the one-two punch.. wouldn't mind seeing it again. Just one more thing the NEXT team would have to plan for.

[Maddog5]

I thought the O line pass blocked pretty well today. And there were a couple of times that they sealed the end on the sweeps. Bu-ti-ful!

Pass protection was poor in the first half and receivers didn't seem as open. Not sure what made the difference, but Haack had more time and receivers were open. He made good, quick decisions. Balls were thrown low and accurately. I'm impressed.

[KT2000]

Normally I'd agree with you KT, but on most of those plays today, Stock had more than enough time to get the ball off, and open receivers and just didn't pull the trigger.

Stock had a bad day. I'm not disputing that. The change needed to be made. I'm just injecting some "big picture" into the discussion.

[chunky79]

not only, but 90%

Im just glad it finally happened

If anything, I'd make the Hawgs the 90%. Nothing happens without them getting bodies on folks.

qb has gotta make the throws. Oline starts off pass blocking and ends up run blocking this season

[KT2000]

Haack's passes were right on the money. He executed, and that is what Katy needs from its QB. I've been saying this since spring, but Haack is just very advanced for a sophomore in the mental aspects of the game.