Michelin Sponsored High School "Play of the Week"

Congratulations to the Hickory Ridge High School Ragin Bulls football team for winning the Michelin sponsored high school "Play of the Week" for week 2 in Central North Carolina.  You can read about it in the September 8th edition of the Independent Tribune.

http://www2.independenttribune.com/content/list/sports/preps/hickoryridge/

The video highlight that won is against Marvin Ridge and is titled "18 Yard Interception Late In The Fourth Quarter."  Starting this week, you will be able to view this "Play of the Week" video highlight on the Carolina Panthers website at

http://www.panthers.com/community/prep-football/michelin-better-play.html.

In addition to Hickory Ridge High School winning $250,  the "Play of the Week" video highlight will be displayed on the Carolna Panthers Jumbotron this Sunday at the Bank of America Stadium when the Panthers host the Philadelphia Eagles.  Also, this "Play of the Week" video highlight will be eligible for "Play of the Season,"  the winner of which will receive $2,000 and a field trip to the Bank of America Stadium for a meet and greet with the Carolina Panthers football players.

Congratulations again to the Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls football team for winning Central North Carolina's week 2 "Play of the Week."  Make sure to keep voting each week for the Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls.  To vote, click on the link in the "Play of the Week" sidebar on the bottom right side of this webpage. This week's voting will be for the Central Cabarrus football game.  Voting will end Monday at 12pm, at which time you will be able to start voting on the East Rowan football game.  Thanks again for your continued support and Go Bulls!

P.S.-To become a follower of the Hickory Ridge High School Football website click http://raginbullsfootball.blogspot.com/ and then click the follow tab on the right sidebar.

Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls vs. Central Cabarrus Vikings

Friday night the Vikings of Central Cabarrus were "thunderstruck" by the Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls 28-26.  This football game was played at Central Cabarrus High School and was a true "barn burner."  The game went down to the wire as the Vikings had the ball on the Ragin Bulls 12 yard line with 1.4 seconds to go in the game.  Trying to get off one last play to win, time ran out, as the officials wound the clock.

For the Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls it was a night of "first's."  In their third season, it was the first time the Ragin Bulls had come from behind to win the game.  It was also the Ragin Bull's first kickoff return for a touchdown.  Congratulations!

The Vikings struck first in the second quarter with a 75 yard run by Jarod Garrick and a 2 point conversion by Andrew Resendez.  The score at halftime was Vikings 8, Ragin Bulls 0.

In the third quarter,  Dillon Burdette blocked a punt attempt by the Vikings, giving the ball back to the Ragin Bulls offense.  On the ensuing drive, the Ragin Bulls converted the turnover into points with a 4 yard touchdown run by Brian Baltimore.  The score was now 8-6 in favor of the Vikings.  In the next series, the Vikings were forced to punt.  Thanks to the "Bull Rush" of Ryan McGill and the rest of his Ragin Bulls defensive teammates, the Vikings punter was forced to kick the ball into their own endzone for a safety.  The score was now tied 8 to 8.  After the safety, the Vikings kicked the ball to Ragin Bull John Martinez, who returned the kick 58 yards for Hickory Ridge's first ever kickoff return for a touchdown.  After getting the ball back again, the Vikings were able to score on a 7 yard run by D.J. Watson.  The score at the end of the third quarter, tied 14 to 14.

Defensive End #41 Dillon Burdette blocks a punt in the 3rd quarter

In the final quarter, the Ragin Bull offensive line blocked to perfection, allowing Brian Baltimore to run the ball for two touchdowns.  One touchdown was for 42 yards and the other was for 25 yards.  For the Vikings, it was D.J. Watson throwing two touchdown passes to Aaron Johnson.  After this exciting scoring extravaganza, it was up to the Vikings to tie the game.  With the score 28-26 in favor of the Ragin Bulls, the Vikings would line up for a 2 point conversion.  Led by Dillon Burdette and Eugene Antwi, the Ragin Bulls defense stampeded the Vikings offense, denying the two point conversion and keeping the lead for the Ragin Bulls.

The Vikings would get the ball back one more time.  With an opportunity to score and win the game, the Vikings would drive the ball up the field to the Ragin Bulls 12 yard line.  With 1.4 seconds left on the clock and no time outs, the Vikings would try to spike the ball and stop the clock for one more play.  When the officials wound the clock, time ran out.  What a disappointment for the Vikings, and what a triumph for the Ragin Bulls.  Both teams fought hard, but in the end, there could only be one victor.  The final score was Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls 28, Central Cabarrus Vikings 26.

JV-Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls vs. Central Cabarrus Vikings

It was a shut out at "The Ridge" on Thursday night as the Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls dominate the Vikings of Central Cabarrus 28-0.

In the first quarter, linebacker Josh Chapman put the Ragin Bulls on the board first with an interception that was returned for 60 yards and a touchdown.  In the second quarter, running back TJ Allen put the ball into the end zone with a 10 yard run.  The score at halftime was Ragin Bulls 14, Vikings 0.

In the third quarter, it was D.J. Barnes that put points on the board with a 9 yard run.  And in the fourth quarter, Andrew Reynolds broke loose on the ground for a 35 yard touchdown.  The final score of the game was Ragin Bulls 28, Vikings 0.

Defensively, D.J. Freeman had another good game along with Kyle Komendat.  On special teams the Ragin Bulls were 4 of 4 on PAT's.  Good job special teams and good job JV Ragin Bulls!  Keep up the good work.  Hope to see everyone tonight at the varsity football game.  Go Bulls!

"Play of the Week"

Each week after "Friday Night's" varsity football game, Ragin Bulls fans will be able to vote on the "Play of the Week."  Hickory Ridge High School will be competing against all of the other Central North Carolina High Schools and the winner each week will receive $250.  Each winner of the "Play of the Week" will be eligible for "Play of the Year," the winner of which will receive $2000.  Voting is from Monday at 12pm to Monday at 12pm for the previous Friday night's game.  For example, the deadline to vote on the Marvin Ridge football game is this Monday 9/7/09 at 12pm.  Tonight's football game at Central Cabarrus High School will not be availble to vote on until this Monday 9/7/09 at 12 pm.  If you have any questions, please leave a comment or e-mail Ragin Bull at hrhsraginbull@yahoo.com.

On the right side bar of this website there is a section titled "Vote for the Play of the Week" where all Ragin Bulls will be able to cast their vote throughout the football season.  Because this is a new addition to our website, and for your convenience, you will also able to cast your vote here by clicking http://www.abetterplay.com/video/current/home/cnc.  Thanks for all of your support and Go Bulls!

Friday Night Lights at Central Cabarrus High School

Friday night the Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls face off against the Central Cabarrus Vikings in their first conference matchup.  The rivalry will be hosted by Central Cabarrus High School at 7:30pm.  Last year the Ragin Bulls were victorious and it is every expectation that this Friday will be no different.  Let's show up in herds to support our team and make sure to bring your Ragin Bull cow bell. See you at the game and Go Bulls!

Ragin Bulls vs. Mavericks Media Coverage

Friday Night's game between Hickory Ridge and Marvin Ridge was WBTV channel 3's Game of the Week. Time Warner Cable will be broadcasting the game tomorrow on channel 1234. Check your local listing for the exact time of the televised game.

Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls vs. Marvin Ridge Mavericks

In the third annual Battle of the Ridge between the Hickory Ridge Ragin Bulls and the Marvin Ridge Mavericks, it was the Mavericks who arose victorious winning 31 to 6. In the first quarter, Marvin Ridge marched the ball down the field and scored by punching the ball in from the 1 yard line. Hickory Ridge answered by completing a great 75 yard pass from Blake Sides to Jacolby Thompson for a touchdown. After getting the ball back, the Mavericks managed to get the ball back into the Ragin Bulls red zone. The Ragin Bulls defense held the Mavericks forcing them to kick a field goal. At the end of the first quarter the score was Mavericks 10 Ragin Bulls 6.


Blakes Sides 75 yard touchdown pass to Jacolby Thompson

In the second quarter there were a series of turnovers and penalities which were converted into points by the Mavericks. Tyler Chadwick connected with K.J. Brent on two passing plays for touchdowns making the score at halftime Mavericks 24 Ragin Bulls 6.

In the beginning of the third quarter, the Maverick's Tyler Chadwick connected once again with K.J. Brent on a 57 yard touchdown pass. In the fourth quarter, Dillon Burdette's defensive pressure on the Mavericks quarterback led to an interception by Kyle Temple for an 18 yard return. It was a defensive game in the second half with only 6 points scored. The final score was Mavericks 31 Ragin Bulls 6.


Dillon Burdette's rush results in interception by Kyle Temple for 18yd. return