First 10-0 regular season. First time back to back conference champions. Tomorrow morning we should learn of our first round opponent. We will be back in the Back Yard Friday.
McKoy Effect:
In the 4 seasons prior to his arrival, the Trojans had won a combined 8 games and only 2 region contests.
In his 3.8 years at JI (including the Covid shortened ‘20) he has 28 wins; 13 in region competition with 2 more opportunities remaining this season.
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Humble guy. In 4 years - 32 wins (15 region, including back to back 5-0 Region seasons); B2B Region titles; B2B Region Coach OTY; 1 Shrine Bowler; 1 North South; Numerous All-State and All-Region players; and a REMARKABLE 15-1 in the Backyard the past 2 seasons.
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I’m thankful for Region 7 - AAAA for selecting me as Coach of the Year but this award is a true testament to every single coach on my staff. Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. I’m thankful for you guys.
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#IslandMade
Join us in wishing
@jayden_whaley2
safe travels, a great week of practice and great performance in the
@NorthSouthFB
. We’re proud of you! Thank you for representing THE island.
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Class of 2023 stars Walker Woodall and Gemoi Brown faced off today for the first time on opposite sidelines.
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@LimestoneFB
Photo courtesy of Coach Hilyer
CONGRATULATIONS to Sr. WR / DB Wushi Ravenel named Pre-Season All-State by
@PrepRedzoneSC
@JedBlackwell
In 2022 he had 51 catches for 1,167 yards and 14 TDs and as a kick returner, he averaged 20 yards per KO return and 15 yards per punt return. Carries an offer from
CONGRATULATIONS to Jr. K/P Gray Dangerfield named Pre-Season All-State by
@PrepRedzoneSC
@JedBlackwell
In 2022 Gray was 9/11 on FG with a long of 48 yards; hit 50 XP and was 4/4 on Touchbacks. Over the off-season he increased his KO to avg over 73 yards and 4.1 seconds of hang
CONGRATULATIONS to Jr. DL / FB Malachi Jefferson named Pre-Season All-State by
@PrepRedzoneSC
@JedBlackwell
In 2022, Malachi recorded 110 tackles, 9 sacks, and 3 forced fumbles. Carries an offer from
@CharlotteFTBL
The Stono won’t separate these two on Friday night. It’s Island versus Island Friday night in The Backyard at 7:30PM. Come early and be loud. Go Trojans!!!
CONGRATULATIONS to Sr. P/K Coleman Franzone named Pre-Season All-State by
@PrepRedzoneSC
@JedBlackwell
In 2022 Franzone was 2nd Team All-American & 1st Team Allstate when he hit 60 Touchbacks and hit 33 Punts averaging 44.5 yards with nearly 40% downed inside the 20. Carries an
We are proud of these young men who’ve signed to continue chasing their football dreams, stayed tuned more is on the way! Tradition never graduates!
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#TheTrojanWay
It’s officially GAME DAY. 7:30 pm tonight the Trojans defend OUR island. We’re in PTI mode and locked in. Come early and cheer your Trojans to victory.
2 Hours early because y’all won’t let Coach sleep.. 🚨🚨🚨 PLEASE join us in wishing the QUEEN of the Backyard a Happy Birthday! (8/11) We hope you have a great one
@summerhuechtker
and hope to see you on the JI sideline at 7:50pm!
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#1sland
It’s GAMEDAY Trojan Nation! Did we forget to mention that it’s a home playoff game at that?! So that means we need to pack the Backyard again and welcome York to Trojan Country!! Kickoff is @ 7:30, to purchase tickets go to the Trojan athletic website!
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Nothing like finishing the first spring practice with a game of tic tac toe and getting the W for the blackshirts! Coach Hilyer celebrating the first of many victories this year!
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@CoachJMcKoy
As I lock the gates in The Backyard for the last time this season, I’m honored to know
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is a real way of life. 1 game lost here in two years is phenomenal. Proud of my guys. It’s more hurdles to jump, more work to do. We have grown, we will learn and grow, we will be back!
Please join us in saying a prayer for Coach McKoy and the entire McKoy family during this difficult time. Coach know that the coaching staff, players and the JI community are all here for you and the family! Much love Coach! 🙏🙏🙏