Monthly Archives: August 2012

Thoughts and links – Aug 31/12

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Peter Gryphon

After Sunday afternoon’s practice I spoke briefly with Gregg Butler. He was reasonably happy with the performance of his DBs in Saskatoon. They had given up too much yardage but he got to play and evaluate a lot of players. Most … Continue reading →

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Update – Aug 30/12

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Peter Gryphon

The 2012 Gryphon roster is now up on gryphons.ca. The player profiles contain only very basic information but one nice addition is the inclusion of player stats at the bottom of each player’s profile. Mind you many of the players … Continue reading →

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Quick notes – Aug 29/12

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Peter Gryphon

Two-a-day practices ended Monday. I believe the Gryphons are now practicing and preparing for Labour Day as they would any week of the regular season. Interesting, and encouraging to see that the Saskatchewan Huskies squad we beat on Friday is … Continue reading →

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Update from practice #7

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Peter Gryphon

The Gryphons were back at work at Varsity Field on Sunday afternoon.  There was a very upbeat but workman-like atmosphere. I didn’t hear any talk about the preseason victory except when I asked questions about it. The “celebrating” was done … Continue reading →

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More thoughts on the Huskies game

Posted on August 26, 2012 by Peter Gryphon

Another day removed from the preseason win in Saskatoon and it still feels good.  More important than the score in my mind is the fact that Guelph dominated the game physically. The concern among some that the reduced contact in … Continue reading →

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Saturday morning thoughts & links

Posted on August 25, 2012 by Peter Gryphon

I am working on getting some feedback from the parents/coaches who were in Saskatoon for the game. I may even get some video clips from a parent. Problem is we are both a little challenged when it comes to getting … Continue reading →

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Live blog – Gryphons vs UofS Huskies

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Peter Gryphon

Summary:  A great way to start the year. Both teams played a lot of guys and each used 3 QBs. Several things that the radio commentators said frequently [paraphrasing] – Guelph front seven is very good;  love the way that … Continue reading →

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Pregame thoughts on tonight’s game + links

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Peter Gryphon

The Gryphons arrived in Saskatoon yesterday afternoon safely and in good spirits. The airline required that the team not travel as one group so offense and defense flew on separate planes an hour and a half apart. The weather in … Continue reading →

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Training camp – Day 3 impressions

Posted on August 23, 2012 by Peter Gryphon

Monday and Tuesday featured a two hour practice in both the morning and afternoon. On Wednesday the team held a four “power” practice, the final one before the preseason game in Saskatoon. The practice schedule will follow a similar pattern … Continue reading →

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Stadium update with video

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Peter Gryphon

Rick Carpenter of the University’s Physical Resources Dept. provided me with an update of the progress on the field. If you look closely in the shaded area in the upper right you will see that the sodding has begun. The … Continue reading →

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