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SEPTEMBER 2016, MCNARY FALL SPORTS PREVIEW, PAGE 7 BROADCASTERS, champion—including the development of younger players and how the top teams match up against each other. Right now, I would continued from Page 6 give West Salem the slightest of edges over Sprague and South Salem, even though West Dufault always seems to have. In addition to is on the road against the other two teams. Ramirez-Perez, speedy Sprague receiver Nick It is admittedly a shot in the dark based on Brotton could be ready for a break-out season. nothing more than Actually, I would not be watching them for surprised to see a player less than one practice that sat out most or all “ For McNary to match each. That said, any of last year have a break last year’s 4-4 league of those three have out offensive year. That to be considered the could either be Giovanni record a bunch of favorites. After that Gonzales of North Salem trio, it will be a battle or Manny Bravo of West young players with for the fourth playoff Salem. Gonzales had a little or no varsity slot. Not sure there great sophomore year is a true wild card before an injury caused experience will need team, but I like what him to sit out 2015. He McMinnville has, is a speedy, shifty back to come through.” especially with their that thrives in Coach — Craig Spivey returning quarterback, Jeff Flood’s misdirection senior Wyatt Smith. Wing-T offense. Bravo Spivey: This is missed most of last where I show exactly what I do not know. year due to injury, but still was honorable To me, West Salem and Sprague are 1 and 1A. mention all league. Coach Shawn Stanley’s Both got stronger as the season went on last staff is extremely high on the potential of this year and both return a lot of talent. I am going running back. to lean towards Jay Minyard’s Olympians. KT: Which team will win the GVC? What With second team all-league tight end Teagan wild card team has the potential to upset the Quitoriano, quarterback Spencer Plant, and favorites? Brotton, Sprague has the offensive fi repower Gilman: There are so many variables to take the league. As for a dark horse, usually to consider when predicting a conference The best products don’t have to cost you an arm and a leg Lowest prices in town! LISTEN LIVE KBZY 1490 AM — Mark and Jerry Gilman Fri, Sep. 2 — Sprague at South Salem Fri, Sep. 9 — West Salem at Sprague Fri, Sep. 16 — McNary at Sprague Fri, Sep. 23 — McKay at McNary Fri, Sep. 30 — North Salem at West Salem Fri, Oct. 7 — South Salem at North Salem Thu, Oct. 13 — South Salem at McKay Fri, Oct. 21 — West Salem at South Salem Fri, Oct. 28 — McKay at Sprague Fri, Nov. 4 — STATE PLAYOFFS, Round. 1 (TBA) a team outside of the Salem/Keizer area rises up to have a big year. That team could be McMinnville. The Grizzlies have certainly struggled since joining the Greater Valley Conference, but they return four all-league players including quarterback Wyatt Smith. KT: :What questions do you have regarding McNary? Gilman: Jeff Auvinen and his staff do a great job of motivating their players. The big question is, can the new starters at the skill positions in particular make signifi cant contributions from the get-go? An anemic offensive output can equal a long season. And, like other GVC teams, depth is also an issue. Are there good second line players ready to step in? Injuries happen, and can dramatically change a team’s fortunes. Spivey: The Celtics were ravaged by Please see BROADCASTERS, Page 8 We see what’s on the inside So you get back in the game Windows Doors Cabinets Siding B M B C Roofi ng Materials Pressure Treated Lumber Molding Recycled Paint Plywood Decking BUILDING MATERIALS BARGAIN CENTER, INC. 775 FRONT STREET NE - SALEM - CALL US AT 503-363-9070 Easy To Get To, Convenient Parking, Short Wait Times, Empathetic & Friendly Staff 1165 Union St. NE #100 – Salem www.salemimaging.com/keizer.php 503-588-2674 •
