Robinson hopes to do 180 this fall
Traditionally, Robinson has been one of Hillsborough County's better programs. But last season, the Knights struggled to a 1-9 finish.
Offensive line play was one of the team's biggest issues.
That, however is something tackle Mike Newman, a three-year starter for Robinson, claims won't be the case in 2008. On a scale from 1 to 10, he said last year's group deserved a "4 or 5" for its performance. The line of today, which returns two starters, is at an "8" and "is working toward being a 10," he said.
That number might seem a bit lofty, but that optimism is one sign the Knights aren't content with their play a year ago. And here's another one ...
"We had a great offseason," Newman said. "Everybody was working out and working hard at everything. We're working toward getting a winning attitude. We're getting there."
With Armwood and Plant on a roll, Hillsborough once again solid and Chamberlain looking like it has championship potential, Robinson has become somewhat of a forgotten team. But history says the Knights won't be down for long. And for that matter, so does Newman.
"I really think we're going to surprise some people," Newman said. "We've got a lot of good kids."
--KEITH NIEBUHR
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They will do a complete 360
Posted by: | August 25, 2008 at 02:23 PM
and by the way, Pinellas football is average at best..Ha-Ha
Posted by: King Headward | August 25, 2008 at 01:40 PM
Coach Depue does a good job with those kids. This year will be better than last I believe. Spoto, King, and Leto are on the schedule again so that could be 3 right there...good luck Coach
Posted by: King Headward | August 25, 2008 at 01:39 PM
Yeah, the soft as pillow St. Pete High Green Devils. Sure. Robinson's JV could beat them, and they are 5A (Robinson is 3a school on the small side of 3a).
Posted by: | August 24, 2008 at 10:18 PM
blue devils was it??
the blue devils run a wing t....enough said...
Posted by: camelot | August 23, 2008 at 05:13 PM
st. pete green gevils are goin to kill robinson on the 29 there not ready yet !!!!!
Posted by: | August 23, 2008 at 01:12 PM
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Posted by: LMAO | August 23, 2008 at 07:38 AM
Almost this entire page is listed with Hillsborough county stuff.......I guess it's time I switch my subscription to the tribune!
Posted by: Bill | August 22, 2008 at 09:36 PM