It'll be a good test for our kids to mix it up with some strong runners. We've got some really tough kids now, but we have to translate that hard training into a high level of racing.

It will start out mostly as rain, end up as snow at the tail end of it.

The first game is always interesting. We're going to find out a lot about where our team is. As for Fair Haven, I know they have improved from last year. We're not taking anything for granted.

The defense is looking good. We have some new guys coming in and they're progressing daily with their tackling and techniques.

He's an accurate passer and a really solid physical athlete. The one thing he has to overcome is adjusting to varsity-level play.

Last year, Andre was definitely a lot of the offense. This year, we have more athletes who can step up and make big plays - not just Andre.