We are all very disappointed with the way our season went and eager to turn things around, not just for next season but also for the future of the franchise, Lurie said in a statement. Its not always even Xs and Os, but just things that are going on with the team.. Its great having him because he had done my job very successfully for a long time. Ferndale's Vic Randall has been a staple in the Whatcom County sports world for the past 43 years. Edit contact information, add lunch money & access student info and grades. He went for it twice successfully on fourth down (one resulting in the games signature play, a touchdown pass to quarterback Nick Foles, who had suggested the trick play, dubbed Philly Special, to Pederson on the sideline). The old stadium will be soon torn down, allowing for a new high school. He was always a guy who worked his butt off and knew where he wanted to be, says his cousin. Emma Chiotti drove in one when Chiotti singled. Home; Coaches and Team Roster; History; Phone: Email: Degrees and Certifications: User Options. Live updates from the Class 4A and 3A boys and girls state basketball tournaments at the Tacoma Dome. The loss gave the Eagles the sixth overall pick in the draft instead of the ninth. But its time for Randall to move on. Similar to small towns all across our country, those stadium lights serving as a beacon, calling the high school fan home. The game plan, and its execution, were both brilliant. Doug Pederson has been, of course, the buzz of Ferndale, the unescapable focus of the Whatcom County town of just over 10,000 for the past fortnight. Heres why, Suspected serial killer accused in Bellingham womans 1987 disappearance appears in court, Chance of lowland snow continues in Whatcom County. 360-383-9281 Imagine that happening today. 866-495-5172 Already a member? Solberg and Plenkovich were quite close, having coached together at Ferndale, and Plenkovich sought to gain as much knowledge as he could from the both of them. Ferndales Vic Randall has been a staple in the Whatcom County sports world for the past 43 years. Instructor Tim Lucas and the Broadcast and Film Club at Ferndale High School stream select events to the Ferndale High School Facebook page. Pederson had said repeatedly he was confident he could fix Wentz and get him back on track. In my era, the football team locker room was located in the basement of the oldest building on the high school campus. Those are two words I thought would help him be at peace with his game plan, he explained. PHILADELPHIA The Philadelphia Eagles have fired coach Doug Pederson, less than three years after he led them to the franchises only Super Bowl title. Especially for us football coaches, because he was a tremendous football coach. Hawkins was named the Kentucky High School Football Coach of the year in the fall of 2020 after leading the Defenders to a 10 - 2 season. I can still feel and hear the sound of extra long spikes crunching through that cinder as you pounded into a turn on that track. Out the doors and running out onto the field of grass, now a different shade of green because of all those lights , mounted high on wooden poles. But Pederson had his moments. Washingtons victory cost the New York Giants the NFC East title. The mindset of Were going to do it again until we get it right. He would do things over and over and over again until youre satisfied that the players understand what youre doing.. Ferndale's stats have been entered for the 26-16 loss @ Arcata on 10/8/2022 2:00 PM. He did not recall if they received shop class credit for the wheelbarrow work or P.E. Ferndale's stats have been entered for the 42-20 loss @ Hoopa Valley on 10/14/2022 7:30 PM. Both of our secondary education institutions have an established legacy of athletic excellence. Ferndale's stats have been entered for the 35-21 win @ South Fork on 9/2/2022 7:30 PM. Ferndale's stats have been entered for the 38-22 loss @ McKinleyville on 9/30/2022 7:30 PM. On 10/28, the Ferndale varsity football team lost their away conference game against Arcata (CA) by a score of 28-26. It didnt make a lot of sense to drive by schools to go find contests, Randall said. Nick Foreman qualified for State competition and all-league in the 100 M Breastroke. What remains so striking is how aggressively and confidently Pederson coached. To me, it has always been his confidence. Hawkins was named the Kentucky High School Football Coach of the year in the fall of 2020 after leading the Defenders to a 10 - 2 season. The name and location may change but that patch of grass will not soon be forgotten. The Ferndale Boys Football season preview, complete with returning player information and program history is available. Emergency Suspension of Policy Resolution, Alternative Learning and Home-Based Instruction, Athletics &ActivitiesEligibility and Clearance, Washington State Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA). Lynden. Athletics Eligibility Online Instructions, Washington State Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) I wish him well in his retirement.. One NFL punter (Michael Koenen), Two NFL Quarterbacks (Doug Pederson and Jake Locker), One NFL Tight End (Cody Boyd), One NFL drafted Defensive Lineman (Ross Boice) and probably WWUs greatest Running Back (Pat Locker) and numerous other college scholarships in football. Recently, former Mayor Gary Jensen wrote a tribute to the Ferndale High School football stadium which is getting demolished and rebuilt as part of the construction of the new Ferndale High School. Intercepted. [8] He had three unbeaten teams at Ferndale and led Ferndale to its first state football championship in 1972. (Complete Story), The Life And Career Of QB Steve McNair (Complete Story). Pederson graduated from Ferndale High School in 1986 and was a three-year starter at quarterback for the Golden Eagles. As we left that basement on game nights, the sound of hundreds of metal tipped football cleats hitting the cement floor and then thundering up older, wooden steps, seemed to shake that old building up and down the halls. I would meet with (Randall) several times a year to talk about football or defense, Plenkovich said. Heres the forecast, NFL Combine: Florida QB Anthony Richardson Q&A, Packers Need at Safety Runs Into Scouting Combine Reality. The coach won Super Bowl 52 by taking chances, which didnt surprise anyone who knew him from his hometown of Ferndale. Click the full story for full result statistics. California high school football Week 4 schedule and scores - live and final. I have known Doug and his family for more than 20 years and they will always be family to me, Lurie said. Plenkovich and Randalls relationship goes a long way back, when Plenkovich was coaching under the esteemed Birger Solberg at Sehome. Ferndale High School regularly produces Academic All-State and collegiate athletes who compete as individual and team state champions and qualifiers. On 9/30, the Ferndale varsity football team won their home conference game against Avondale (Auburn Hills, MI) by a score of 21-10. One who learned how to hit, or be hit, fall down and then get up with a smile and a handshake. Brudwick still laughs at the oft-told tale. Hes a great guy for me to be able to talk about stuff with. He was the football coach at Ferndale High School in Ferndale, Michigan for 12 years from 1961 to 1973. Box 936/2095 Main St. Please disable your ad blocker to view the video content. The Ferndale High School football team played its last ever game on the grass of Memorial Field. Stay up to date on weather delays and school closures. Congratulations also goes out to our head coach Eric Royal who was selected OAA Coach of The Year! This story was originally published January 11, 2021, 11:47 AM. Athletic Admin Assistant Pederson wound up at Northeast Louisiana University after his dad transferred jobs to Monroe, La. On 10/8, the Ferndale varsity football team lost their away conference game against Arcata (CA) by a score of 26-16. Ferndale's stats have been entered for the 33-18 loss @ Clear Lake on 9/10/2022 2:00 PM. After taking some time to reflect on these conversations, I believe it is in both of our best interests to part ways.. He got a brief opportunity to be the first-string quarterback for the Eagles while they groomed Donovan McNabb. The team made the North Coast Section playoffs in 25 of the 26 years he coached, and it has an active streak of 21 consecutive playoff appearances. Randall, too, will be missed by his colleagues. Danville High School has hired former Berea and Bryan Station coach Frank Parks as the new head coach of its 11-time state championship Admirals football program. Heres why, Suspected serial killer accused in Bellingham womans 1987 disappearance appears in court, Chance of lowland snow continues in Whatcom County. They knew Pederson first, and best, in Ferndale, where he is remembered as an All-American boy next door, not just a three-sport star at Ferndale High School (all-state in football, basketball and baseball), but also student-body president and a member of the National Honor Society. Home to over 15,300 residents, this is the official website of the City of Ferndale. That sort of perseverance still resonates in Ferndale. Ferndale High School (CA) Varsity Football Ferndale Wildcats Varsity Boys Football Ferndale, CA 22-23 V. Football Home Schedule Roster Stats Standings Rankings Photos Videos News More Football CA Football Ferndale High School Football Ferndale Football OVERALL 2-8 0.20 Win % LEAGUE 0-6 4th in League HOME1-2 AWAY1-6 NEUTRAL0-0 PF184 PA302 STREAK6L Michigan high school football Week 4 schedule and scores - live and final. I told his mom, when I see clips of Doug talking to his team, it reminds me so much of Gordie, said Finkbonner. Sports Illustrated New England Patriots News, Analysis and More. He wants to watch his grandchildren play sports and continue to grow, and with so much time an athletic director spends developing young athletes, Randall knew it was time for the next stage of his life. Attendance Fax 859-381-4021 Counseling Fax 859-381-4950 Lafayette Fax 859-381-3487 401 Reed Lane. Questions? [11] Coach and athletic director at Albion College [ edit] Awards & Recognitions Football 9 League Championships 5 Playoff Appearances 1 State Championship Boys Basketball 26 League Championships 20 District Championships 2 State Championship Girls Basketball On 9/9, the Ferndale varsity football team won their away conference game against Royal Oak (MI) by a score of 22-21. Pederson was 42-37-1 in five seasons. Thats a far more successful formula for beating Belichick than a timid play not to lose strategy, and to those who knew Pederson, it was not a surprise. Before the historic win, KING 5 . You can watch one of Jack's amazing performances from last weekendalmost setting a new pool recordon the FMS Facebook page. It also aided in producing one Quarterback/Wrestler , who won Three State Championships (Jason Muggy) and another Running Back/Wrestler , who won Two State Championships (Ben Broselle). The Philadelphia Eagles won their first Super Bowl on Sunday, defeating the Patriots 41-33. Its nice seeing kids struggling and all of a sudden turn it around.. We all work pretty hard and theyre a good group of people.. tom.diimmel@ferndalesd.org Weve always had that mentor relationship and it started at Sehome.. The grass at Ferndales field helped to produce a pretty memorable list of stars. Pederson was heavily criticized for his decision to replace Hurts with third-string quarterback Nate Sudfeld in the fourth quarter of a 20-14 loss to Washington in Week 17. A place where high school heroes were made. Ferndale's stats have been entered for the 30-20 loss @ Fall River on 8/26/2022 7:30 PM. Reid would say later that he realized Pederson had coaching chops when he noticed Favre always went straight to Pederson when he came off the field. The longtime principal at was on hand Friday afternoon when former Ferndale football coach Frank Joranko, for whom Ivory played in the mid-60s, donated his 1972 Coach of the Year award to the school. Its nice having somebody with that experience in a leadership position, Plenkovich said. $('span#sw-emailmask-13944').replaceWith(''); Continuous School Improvement Plan (CSIP), Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP), Academy for Leadership at Millcreek Elementary, Blackboard Web Community Manager Privacy Policy (Updated). On 10/22, the Ferndale varsity football team lost their home conference game against McKinleyville (CA) by a score of 34-0. Top performers, upsets from Day 3 of the 4A and 3A state basketball tournaments, Class 4A and 3A trophy-round game roundup: Tahoma girls hold off Kamiakin for third place, Washington (WIAA) high school 4A/3A boys basketball state playoffs: Trophy-game recaps, top performers, all-tournament teams, Washington (WIAA) high school 2A/1A basketball state playoffs: Trophy round recaps, scores, top performers, bracket updates, Washington (WIAA) high school 4A/3A girls basketball state playoffs: Trophy-game recaps, top performers, all-tournament teams. Fmr Mayor Gary Jensen Recently, former Mayor Gary Jensen wrote a tribute to the Ferndale High School football stadium which is getting demolished and rebuilt as part of the construction of the new Ferndale High School. Ferndale, WA 98248. (Complete Story), What Happened To Vince Young? What hes most known for though is his success as Ferndale footballs head coach, where he compiled a 137-40 record through 2002, and his leadership as Ferndales athletic director, which hes done for the past 13 years. Ferndale High Schools Sports Classification. He led the Eagles to two division titles and three playoff appearances before going 4-11-1 in 2020. That stadium allowed me to sit in the stands and watch a skinny, all legs, sophomore, don a cheerleader uniform and grow into a great young lady. Every decision is made in the best interest of our kids. 360.383.9305, Fax: Main Office 360.383.9242 Counseling Office 360.383.9642. Michigan high school football Week 6 schedule and scores - live and final. Many athletes are recognized annually for membership on the Daily Tribune dream teams, All-OAA medals, and state tournament teams. If a person puts in the work, then youre confident in that work, and in your players as well.. cathy.howard@ferndalesd.org, Sports Medicine / Anatomy and Physiology I know its OK. That grass helped to produce a Washington State AAA Champion Football Team and a State Champion Band and Drill Team. Pederson and Foles again led the Eagles to a playoff win the following year after Wentz went down late in the season. This past weekend, 8th graderJack Murrayswam in the Middle School State Finals in Battle Creek. Lafayette High School; Coaches and Team Roster; Football. In 43 years, Randall has got to see plenty of those success stories. While Randalls impact on prep sports in the area is profound, his impact on the athletes that came through Ferndale is even more so. His dad was one of those go for it kind of guys, said Brudwick. On 10/14, the Ferndale varsity football team won their away conference game against Pontiac (MI) by a score of 62-6. On 10/14, the Ferndale varsity football team lost their away conference game against Hoopa Valley (Hoopa, CA) by a score of 42-20. following his senior year. MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Pederson eventually worked his way up to offensive coordinator with the Chiefs before the Eagles hired him in 2016 a move not without its critics in Philadelphia at the time of the hire, and through his 7-9 rookie season. ProFootballHistory.com. When he first took on the athletic director duties, he noticed that the bigger schools were having to travel past plenty of capable competitive schools to play games. Ferndale Eagles Varsity Softball opened up scoring in the first inning. Follow FHS Athletics on twitter for news, photos, and updates. Pederson graduated from Ferndale High School in 1986 and was a three-year starter at quarterback for the Golden Eagles. For many others a field of grass with thousands of memories . Finkbonner sent Pederson a text before the Super Bowl, saluting him for the huge mountain he had climbed to get to the top. Ferndale High School (MI) Varsity Football Ferndale Eagles Varsity Boys Football Ferndale, MI FOLLOW TEAM 22-23 V. Football Home Schedule Roster Stats Standings Rankings Videos News More / Ferndale High School Football Ferndale Football OVERALL 5-5 0.50 Win % LEAGUE 4-0 1st Oakland - Gold HOME2-2 AWAY3-3 NEUTRAL0-0 PF241 PA229 STREAK1L P.O. FHS Football returned to the playoffs in 2021 while our wrestling team won their second straight district championship. It even helped to produce two Ferndale Mayors. On 11/5, the Ferndale varsity football team lost their home conference game against Hoopa Valley (Hoopa, CA) by a score of 37-0. Coach Pederson and I had the opportunity to sit down and discuss what that collective vision would look like moving forward. The clerks at the grocery store, the maintenance crew at the high school all anyone wanted to talk about was Pederson and the Super Bowl, he said. In the 70s the track surface was red brick cinder. As it explores a key part of Ferndales history, the City has published it here with permission: Can you write an obituary for a Football Stadium? When Plenkovich took over for Randall as the coach for Ferndale football, that relationship continued to thrive. In other words, he was saying, I plan to go a long ways. It was kind of cool. The boys basketball team captured the district and regional championships and made it to the Final Four in 2022. California quarterbacks have led the nation in touchdown passes 23 times; Texas quarterbacks have led the nation 13 times. Sports; . In my career Ill throw a few more, replied Pederson. My neighbor, FHS class of 1951, recalls most of the school getting out of class to spread gravel on the then new track surface. To some it might be a simple patch of grass. Pederson is one of their own, born in Bellingham in 1968 but raised in Ferndale, and now the toast of the football world after engineering a monumental upset of the mighty New England Patriots as . On 10/21, the Ferndale varsity football team won their away non-conference game against Lake Shore (St. Clair Shores, MI) by a score of 52-14. Ferndale Golden Eagles Varsity Football 9-3 Overall 6-1 League School Hub Clubhouse Schedule Roster Coaches Stats JV Team Freshman Team An ad blocker has likely prevented this video content from loading. Congrats on earning the title, athletes and coaches! The grappling eagles have an undefeated division record, with impressive victory margins against all OAA Blue opponents so far. Pederson led the Eagles to a Super Bowl victory over New England in just his second season with backup quarterback Nick Foles filling in after Wentz was injured. Ferndale Eagles Varsity Softball tallied five runs in the sixth inning. Athletic Director Pederson is one of their own, born in Bellingham in 1968 but raised in Ferndale, and now the toast of the football world after engineering a monumental upset of the mighty New England Patriots as the second-year coach of the Philadelphia Eagles. Congratulations, Jack and coaches Emmeleand Erin, on an outstanding swim season. Updated: 8:31 AM PST February 5, 2018. Thanks to Cornerstone General Contractors,. Michigan High School Athletic Association 1661 Ramblewood Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823 Office 517-332-5046 Fax 517-332-4071 info@mhsaa.com We value transparency and urge you to explore all the information available here. Pederson was a starting quarterback in Philadelphia in 1999 and later served as an assistant coach under Andy Reid with the Eagles. He still holds several passing records at the school now known as University of Louisiana at Monroe, and briefly owned the Division I-AA record for passing yards in a game with a 619-yard effort against Stephen F. Austin as a junior. Thats why hes done it for so long, Plenkovich said. About the NFHS Network; PlayOn! $(document).ready(function () { Now its time for him to watch his own family build their list of accomplishments. Jamie Plenkovich -- FHS football coach and our district's Director of Maintenance -- helped Cornerstone's crews take down the old high school gym canopy. Follow your favorite high school teams and players, Explore and purchase photos of your local teams, See top plays & highlights of the best high school sports. He saw an area of improvement for the Northwest Conference and aimed to correct it. A new stadium will be constructed in a different location. We kind of hang on his coattails and follow along from afar a small-town boy who does really good stuff, said recently-retired teacher Rick Brudwick. We weren't able to find anything that matched your search criteria. Why would we go down to Snohomish when we have all these teams right here?. Chiotti, Lindsay Israil, and Tarynn Lewis all moved runners across the plate with RBIs in the inning. 2022-2023 SCHEDULE Tweet Post Sms Email Copy Print Season District Athletics & Activities Summer Information. On 10/7, the Ferndale varsity football team lost their home non-conference game against Farmington (MI) by a score of 34-20. Ferndale was 24-6 during his three seasons, advancing to the first round of the Class 3A state playoffs in 1983 and the state quarterfinals his senior year. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. He placed 5th in the State in both the 50 yard freestyle (25.1) and the 100 yard freestyle (55.87). Please try a new search. Create a free womens water polo recruiting profile to connect with college coaches. You know that his heart is in a good place when it comes to dealing with kids and wanting whats best for the kids. He wont get that chance now. How To Find Us. We also thank one of the best coaches we have ever seen, Vic Randall, and all those who came before and after him, such as Bill Dawes and State Champion, Jaime Plenkovich. Ferndale Mayor Jon Mutchler proclaimed Tuesday to be Doug Pederson Day, with all the requisite whereases and therefores. Hes served as a teacher, ski-club adviser and a baseball and golf coach in the Ferndale School District. [9] [10] Joranko's overall record at Ferndale was 84-19-5. I mean, how often do you get a native son coaching in the Super Bowl? And that search for perfection extended into Randalls athletic director duties as well. Troy High School Athletic Director: Shane Hynes Phone: (248) 823-2700 troyathletics.org 4777 Northfield Pkwy Troy, MI 48098-4497 Our Ferndale Eagles have a long-standing track record for success. As it would be for anybody who has done anything for nearly 45 years at a high level, hes just tremendously respected amongst his peers, Ferndale football coach Jamie Plenkovich said in a phone interview. On 9/17, the Ferndale varsity football team won their home non-conference game against Fortuna (CA) by a score of 27-13. The Eagles hired him in January 2016 after abruptly firing Chip Kelly a month earlier. Then a driver grabbed a Whatcom deputys taser, City cautions to stay out of vibrantly green Padden Creek and lake. That was instilled at a young age make things happen, dont wait, make it happen yourself.. Pedersons professional career was mostly one of frustration getting signed and released five times by the Miami Dolphins, being chosen in the expansion draft and then released by the Carolina Panthers, meandering through stints with two teams in the World League of American Football, and mostly doing a lot of sitting on the bench with a clipboard for a number of teams. Ill also miss being with the other Northwest Conference athletic directors. Hawkins' experience with coaching includes coaching in multiple All American games, as well as coaching in multiple Army All American games. Pederson met with owner Jeffrey Lurie last week and again Monday. The thing Ill probably miss the most will be being in touch with coaches and what theyre doing, Randall said in a phone interview. He's served as a teacher, ski-club adviser and a baseball and golf . By Geoff Magliocchetti Pederson benched Carson Wentz for the final four games after the quarterback had the worst season of his career and started rookie Jalen Hurts. Then a driver grabbed a Whatcom deputys taser, City cautions to stay out of vibrantly green Padden Creek and lake. We thank so many families, many multigenerational, who allowed young men to play on that grass. Admin Assistant-ASB Basketball; Football; Wrestling; Key Michigan high school football games, computer rankings, statewide stat leaders, schedules and scores - live and final. While Jorgensen was head coach at Ferndale Higheach year since 1991the team amassed a collective record of 247-63. FMS 8th Grade athlete Jack Murray has qualified for the State Finals at the end of January in all 7 individual events! Follow your favorite high school teams and players, Explore and purchase photos of your local teams, See top plays & highlights of the best high school sports, 2022 Michigan High School Football Playoff Brackets: MHSAA Division 2. I cannot think of a finer example of a first-class student-athlete, wrote Jim Pearson, who taught for 35 years at Ferndale High School, in an email. Michigan high school football Week 5 schedule and scores - live and final. credit for the rake work. 2022-23 Teams & Seasons Pamphlet: FHS, FMS & All-District Teams. Congrats, Nick and all of our Diving Eagles! 2020 SEASON PREVIEW View Season Preview Jul 6, 2020 @ 12:00am Fall Ferndale Yellow Jackets Varsity Football Season Welcome to the Ferndale Football team feed. Pedersons loyalty to his coaching staff and frustration with the front offices interference was a major issue, according to a person familiar with the decision. Published: 2/4/2018 10:06:31 PM. 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Live Streams, Please find contact information for Ferndale High School Coaches and Athletic department, Eric Tripp Email: On 10/28, the Ferndale varsity football team lost their away playoff game against Seaholm (Birmingham, MI) by a score of 46-6. It helped to produce one Super Bowl winning coach (Doug Pederson), one NCAA Champion football and Seattle Seahawks Coach, probably wandered the sidelines, when his father Pinky was the Head Football Coach for Ferndale (Dennis Erickson). 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