From Across the Nation
Arvatia West High School Editor’s note: Football Coaches, in general, really love their kids. The following letter illustrates why coaches do what they do. This story also illustrates why we love what we do. behalf of two young men that I sincerely believe are deserving of BFS All American honors. Both of them improve themselves since then. They don’t smoke, drink, or use drugs. They don’t lie, cheat or steal. They have never been in trouble with the law. They are outgoing, dependable, completely trustworthy young leaders. Young men of this unusual to have two of them in one class. Not surprisingly, they are best of friends.
(Il begin with our middle linebacker Erich Sawyer, the outstanding leader of our defense. Believe me, there was never any question as to who was In charge on the field when the defense was in.
One teammate described Erich as, “hyperactive dynamite.” [ cannot think of a more accurate description season.
The day after his doctor’s appointment, Erich told me he bles caused, and fumbles recovered. fourth in interceptions. ate havoc for the other team. that! son.
Erich why he had kept the truth These are all terrific accomfrom me. As long as I live I will never, ever, forget his reply. kicking foot. caliber only come along about once every decade, that is why it is so were BFS sectional Team honorees last year and have only continued to kids like this come from? awhile. itreally didn’t hurt. But I also witnessed his private moments of As for the end of last school year, Erich finished second in state of Erich’s style on the field. lineman’s drills with Kyle. in state by one point, (that one hurt).
Erich has fantastic strengthendurance, having squatted 405 opinion of Kyle and his reply exceeded my expectations.
Special Mention ALL-AMERICAN Ben Moore Ben Moore is a player who for 20 reps. or Notre Dame, anyone period.”
Despite all the activities he is involved in, not to mention practiplayed only 2 games this season. Ben came into our program as a knew Kyle was good, but that good? and scored a 28 on his ACT. know something about football.
Sawyer is a BFS All American.
Smith, our left tackle and noseguard. ing.
Kyle is the only person to spend even close to as much time in pline. in Colorado history. On offense he was never a run blocker he’s a bulldozer.
Kyle is also the 1994 State Heavyweight Powerlifting 1995. and still penetrate. tricky getting that many 45’s on, but it was truly one of the most aweseen.” not reach their goals. Ben still wears a bit brace that is to come off in December. When it is off, he plans to re-enter the weight room and work toward reaching his dream. Ben is a true upper-Jimit school lineman in the country. this year, but I also know that is he had not been hurt I would be writing to you concerning his All- America nomination. Ben is the kind of athlete I read about in your we, BES SUCCESS STORIES Journal, I hope you will find a place for him on your team.
Head Football Coach Tecumseh High School, EDITORS NOTE: We are happy to give Special Mention All-American recognition to Ben. He epitomizes how Upper Limit people should react after a set back.
BFS SUCCESS STORIES 4% carpet, t-shirts etc., and put in the become better in football and track. have been wonderful. started way back in 1985. last year. WE ARE BELIEVERS!!
Bench - 250 lbs. Squat 420 Ibs.
Deadlift 515lbs. Clean 220 Ibs.
Just wanted to say “thanks” again for the BFS Clinic last Spring. transferring in 1992:
Playoffs 27-28. I’m a “firm” believer in your program and plan to have a weekend clinic this Spring. I - | Sectional Finalist - 3 All League Selections for the BFS All-American Team.
These 3 guys have worked hard on the BFS Program the past 3 years. of it is due to our (your) weight program. When I came to Bunn High Our team has gone 12-1, 101, 7-4 past 3 years and I believe a lot - Invited to the elite “Top Gun” father:
Camp.
New York. BFS was the answer. playoff 1993(10-0 Conf.
1994(10-0 Conf. Champions).
We now in 1994 have 8 players Bench over 300 Ibs., 18 not only our school, but our family. kids who run 4.7 or better. with his dot drill, sit-ups and pushNot only am I grateful as a coach Johnson City High School.
CLINIC.
ENT TEAMS, IN TWO DIFFERENT SECTIONS, PLAYED IN sity sport 1993: A.J’s first year). but also as a father. BFS was not the only part of the puzzle, BUT it sure was a BIG part.
Right through his sophomore year A.J. was a three sport athlete. All through those practices he was working hard with BFS. We
From BFS Magazine — Summer 1995. Part of the BFS Magazine Archive (1980–2014).
