by Mark Rodgers (@markrsports)9/4/2024 10:20:47 AM
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Offense - Welcome to the Airbone offense. That’s the coin termed by offensive coordinator Cliff Prestidge on a retreat this summer with passing guru Hal Mumme. It’s safe to say that no team will put the ball in the air more than the Casady Cyclones. Casady averaged 52 passes per game in 2023 and has most of its skill weapons back for another go. Quarterback Ethan Hamilton (6-0, 180, SR) started every game a year ago for the Cyclones. Hamilton threw for 1,700 yards and 19 touchdowns to an army of wide receivers returning to action. Dyson Fay (5-8, 165, SR) is a big-play threat out of the slot. Fay averaged 27 yards per catch last year and handles all the kick and punt return duties. Henry Lewis (5-8, 160, JR) and Micah White (5-8, 160, JR) earned the nickname “muscle hamsters” due to their size and strength. They will be a part of the rotation at inside receiver. Landon Hamilton (6-0, 180, SR) is one of the outside receivers for the Cyclones and also a key member of the defense. He’s the twin brother of quarterback Ethan Hamilton. James Elder (6-5, 200, JR) came on strong as a deep threat a year ago and is set to contribute right away this fall. Andrew Fitzpatrick (6-0, 190, JR) has started every game of his varsity career at running back. He earned his stripes as a freshman and can now enjoy having that experience. The offensive line must be rebuilt. Alex Spiropoulos (6-0, 290, SR) is the lone returning starter for the Cyclones. Robert Evans (6-2, 250, SR) is also projected as a starter up front.
Defense - Most of the same faces will be responsible for the defense. With the number of players utilized in the passing game, the defense should be able to stay energized. Landon Hamilton is the top returning tackler on the team at outside linebacker. He pursues the football well and has the strength needed for secure tackling. Dyson Fay returns at strong safety with Andrew Fitzpatrick at outside linebacker. Most of the rest of the wide receivers will see time in the secondary where Luke Woodroof (5-11, 185, SR) has started the last two seasons at cornerback. Landon Hart (5-10, 190, SR) will see action at defensive end. It’s a special year at Casady. Hall of fame head coach Ty Prestige is entering his 50th season on the sidelines and it is the first year for the Cyclones to compete in the OSSAA. Casady has played a representative schedule the past couple of seasons and should be up to the task of challenging for a playoff spot in the district.
Schedule
8-30 - BYE
9-6 - at OCS
9-13 - at Community Christian
9-20 - vs. Mt. St. Mary
9-27 - vs. Alva
10-4 - at Newkirk
10-11 - vs. Kellyville
10-18 - at Meeker
10-25 - at Stroud
11-1 - vs. Luther
11-8 - vs. Hennessey