6 yrs.ago I was their MS 🏈 coach. Today,they had their last practice on our field.This group is responsible for changing the culture of our program.We have laughed,cried,& argued more than I can count. For all of the memories, I’m grateful. I Love you boys.
#HookEmLopes
#1More
1st section title in 9 years. 1st ever outright WPIAL title in school history. 1st ever appearance in the PIAA Championship Game. PIAA State Runner-Up. Most single season wins in school history (15).Memories and moments that we’ll have forever.
#HookEmLopes
#UsIsAlwaysUS
#AllLove
We’ve been running together for 12 years... Married for 8 years... And I love you more each and every day... Happy anniversary to my beautiful bride,
@MrsMurray_WJHSD
...
It may have been the last time that we’ll all be together, so tonight was truly special. Being able to celebrate an unforgettable season, with a group of remarkable seniors is another memory I’ll always cherish.I’ll hang my framed picture of US with pride.
#AllLove
#UsIsAlwaysUs
Today, we had our annual tie 👔 practice where all players are taught how to tie their own necktie. Such an awesome tradition that
@MrZangaro
brought to the MS Hoops program.
Every. Single. Year. Coach Johncour does an unbelievable with that team. Built a blue collar program that just grinds. Not flashy. Little hype. All grit. So proud of and happy for
@AvonworthFB
#HookEmLopes
4 years ago was 1 of the best days of my life; I became a father to my best friend.Words can’t describe the feeling I get when I look at him in his eyes. He’s witty, kind, fearless, wild, and gets all of his good looks from his momma. Happy 4th birthday to my guy, Emmitt Michael!
From being their 5th grade student teacher, to MS football and basketball coach,and finally their JV/varsity football coach for the last 4 years. It’s been completely amazing watching these boys become men.
#ItWillAlwaysBeUS
#HookEmLopes
#GreatDayToBeALope
When they’re 25, they’ll realize that the people that demanded the most were also the people that cared about them the most. 24-13 win over New Brighton and the Lopes move to 4-0.
#HookEmLopes
#US
What an awesome afternoon for Avonworth! We saw not one, but two Avonworth Eagles teams win the Super Bowl! For me the best part was watching the kids celebrate! Really was special!
#FutureLopes
#US
#bethekindkid
is more than a hashtag, it’s a lifestyle. Always remember, behaviors are caught and not taught. So, play your part and make a difference.
#Room110
❗️SENIOR SHINE❗️
@ifft29
, a 4 year member of the
@AvonworthFB
team, brought energy every Friday night! Alex is the perfect example of a WE guy and not a me guy. He will finish his career with the last rushing attempt in the WPIAL championship, state semis & state title game.
My son, Emmitt was born on
#MambaDay
in 2016. Emmitt’s first night on this earth we watched Kobe score 60 in his final game of his career. Kobe was my last childhood idol to retire from the NBA.
#RIPKobe
🐍
#RIPMamba
❗️SENIOR SHINE❗️
@tedesco27_
, a 4 year starter at DB for
@AvonworthFB
, was voted team captain as a senior by his peers. Andrew saved his best ball for the WPIAL Playoff stretch where he has 4 INTs and 1 returned for a TD in 4 games.
@WCtitansFB
is getting a ballhawk!
#HookEmLopes
This quote is the direct philosophy that I follow as a coach...
“Mental and physical toughness, that’s number one. You have to coach them hard. You have to challenge them. But you also have to love them, and they have to know you care about them”. -Steve Addazio, BC Coach
All
@AvonworthFB
players that are going to prom tonight, make smart decisions. Do not let your date open a door all night, shake her parent's hands and look them in the eyes as your introduce yourself, compliment how wonderful your date looks, and have a great night!
#HookEmLopes
While some of his classmates made their snowmen into Steelers, one of my students chose his favorite football player. His pick....
@ethan_syam24
.
#HookEmLopes
#RoleModel
❗️SENIOR SHINE❗️
@jaxmil_9
is leaving
@AvonworthFB
as 1 of the most accomplished players,ever.Rushing for over 2k and scoring 28 TDs in his SR. szn, Jax earned FAB 22,PA All-State,&
@MaxPreps
Small School All-American.
@CALU_baseball
is getting an absolute workhorse!
#HookEmLopes
❗️SENIOR SHINE❗️
@rappjordy
is the most selfless player I have ever coached. In 4 szns Jordan played 6 different positions and never complained. He put his head down & worked.
@AvonworthFB
doesn't win anything without Jordan's blocking & catching from the H-Back position this szn.
Yesterday, the 7/8 grade hoops team had our 8th annual post game McDonald’s team dinner. A tradition that
@KOAikenElemMrT
and I started many moons ago.
The way
@thorpekyros
has handled this entire process has been nothing short of remarkable. He’s a WE guy and not a me guy. Couldn’t be more proud of him.
Just read up on
@thorpekyros
decision to put his team first instead of fight a battle he should have won.... that’s the type of character you want in you program and he’s now a champion still 💯
Years ago
@KOAikenElemMrT
and I started to have our MS boys 🏀 team dress up for an away game, and then stop at McDonald’s for dinner.
@MrZangaro
and I are keeping that tradition alive!
When we found out we were having a girl, I was nervous. That nervousness instantly melted once I laid eyes on my little bug. Kennedy is a bold, strong, independent baby girl, that wants to do everything her big bro does. I love you Kennedy June. Happy 2nd birthday!
In honor of tomorrow’s class of 2020 car cruise, I wanted to share some
#TBT
pics from 9th-12th grade of the boys that dedicated the last four years to our program. Going out as
#WPIALChamps
#HookEmLopes
#AllLove
❗️SENIOR SHINE❗️
@Ryan_Paszki
solidified
@AvonworthFB
Oline this szn, paving the way for over 3K total yds rushing. Ryan earned his spot as a 2 way starter with his work ethic & attention to detail. His work did not go unnoticed by earning the Lance Cpl. Patrick Kenny Scholarship.
Great Team win for the Lopes over Quigley 64-53!!! 3 players in double digits, Adam McKinney 18 points 11 rebounds, Andrew Gannon 15 points 12 Rebounds and Jordan Kolenda 14 points.
@Avonworthschool
#wpial
#hookemlopes
I’m thankful 2 have been able 2 witness these boys mature into incredible young men since I began coaching them in 8th grade.They have truly left our program in a better place. I love you all, and best of luck in the next chapter of your life.
#US
#Family
#HookEmLopes
ATTN❗️All Lopes Football Alumni❗️We would like to invite you to practice this Thursday morning as the 2019 Lopes prepare for their PIAA semifinals matchup Friday night. If you would like to see or speak to this years team, please come to the field at 9:15AM.
#Family
#HookEmLopes
It always has been, and will always be, all about US! Getting this text during practice today from former Lope and current
@WJFootball
member
@Niklaus_27
meant a lot.
#UsIsAlwaysUs
❗️SENIOR SHINE❗️
@TheoNewhouse
, a 2 way starter and 1st team all conference player,lead
@AvonworthFB
in rec.(29) rec.yds.(534) & TDs(10) this szn. Looking back on his szn,Theo said scoring 2 TDs in the state semifinals,that helped send the team to Hershey, was his favorite memory.
❗️SENIOR SHINE❗️
@joshelm6363
was a 2 yr 2 way starter for
@AvonworthFB
on the OL & DL.Josh was a 2x All-Conference performer,Conf. OLineman of the year,& was able to earn All-State OT this past season as a part of an OLine that only allowed 4 sacks in 16 games.
@ClarionFootball
❗️SENIOR SHINE❗️
@gjenks31
was a 4 year member of the
@AvonworthFB
program, earning 2 varsity letters as he played wide receiver and linebacker. Grant was the leader on our special teams units this past season that won the WPIAL 2A Title.
#HookEmLopes