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2022 Snapshot: Monroe

Monroe LB Wyatt McPherson (photo by AJ Fullam/6sphoto.com)

It’s not rocket science for Monroe under head coach Bob Mullins. The Hornets are going to run the football out of their Flexbone Triple-Option offense and stop the run, on defense. Mullins men took heed of that philosophy in 2021 and responded with the schools first winning season since 2015 and its most victories since 2009.

Monroe is ready to expand on its good fortunes of last season. The Hornets are going to be explosive on offense and tenacious on defense. This group is primed to give the program its first postseason triumph in 13 years.

Monroe returns players that accounted 88.2% of its rushing yards (3,769), 79.5% of its rushing touchdowns (44) and 100% of its receiving yards and touchdowns in 2021. The Hornets defense is equally as experienced returning nine of its 10 top tacklers.

This is a battle tested team that went 3-2 in games decided by eight points or less a year ago. The veterans on the squad are 11-2 in their last 13 regular season games. Monroe’s moxie should lead it to another fulfilling season.

Division III, Region 12
2021 RECORD: 8-3, 6-1 SWBL East
COACH: Bob Mullins (14-16 at Monroe, three years; 14-16 overall)

HONOR ROLL
Elijah Jackson (Monroe) – One of the elite talents in Region 12. Jackson was named OPSWA Division III Second Team All-Ohio, SWBL East Co-Offensive Player of the Year and TriState Football Dayton Offensive Player of the Year finalist as a junior after running for 1,941 yards and 20 touchdowns. His 403 yards on the ground versus Western Brown made him just the 61st player in Ohio history to run for more than 400 yards in a game.

Monroe RB Elijah Jackson (photo by AJ Fullam/6sphoto.com)

Wyatt McPherson, Sr, LB – Had a monster junior season that included at least 14 total tackles or more in each of the Hornets final seven tilts. McPherson was in on 142 total tackles had a sack, two fumble recoveries and one interception. He was named OPSWA Division III Second Team All-Ohio (LB). He has 236 total tackles and five takeaways (three FRs, two INTs) in his career.

Tysen Rupp, Sr, OL/DL – A valuable cog on both sides of the line. On defense, Rupp tallied 45 total tackles, had three sacks, one forced fumble, one fumble recovery and one interception last fall. His work earned him OPSWA Division III Second Team All-Southwest District (DL) and First Team All-SWBL East (OL & DL).

Konnor Loper, Sr, DE – Has a nose for getting to the quarterback. Loper had six sacks, a fumble recovery and a pick on his way to OPSWA Division III Second Team All-Southwest District (DL) honors in 2021.

Ryan Miles, Sr, QB – A breakout sophomore campaign saw Miles be a force on both sides of the ball. He finished the year with 883 yards rushing, 11 touchdowns on the ground, 1,011 all-purpose yards and 38 total tackles. He was named OPSWA Division III Second Team All-Southwest District (DB) for his efforts.

Monroe QB Ryan Miles (photo rom Twitter: @ryanmiles23)

Ty Brush, Sr, DB – Will be called upon to be the leader of the secondary. Brush recorded 59 total tackles on his way to Honorable Mention All-SWBL East accolades as a junior.

Logan Dooley, Sr, TE/OLB – Should have some very memorable moments in 2022 in this dynamic linebacking core. Dooley had 44 total tackles, two forced fumbles and one interception garnering Honorable Mention All-SWBL East acclaim last season.

OTHER RETURNEES
Tre Daniels, Sr, RB/DB – In his first year as a starter Daniels recorded 52 total tackles. He also racked up 330 all-purpose yards (147 rush) with a rushing touchdown.

Monroe DB Tre Daniels (photo rom Twitter: @TreDaniels7)

Landon Wynn, Jr, RB – Showed signs of promise as a sophomore. Wynn had a career high 84 yards rushing on eight carries against Waynesville last October.

NEWCOMERS
KJ Brown, So, OLB – The future is bright or the Hornets with Brown and Reece on defense.

Brayden Reece, So, S – In six games as a freshman, Reece had the  Hornets coaching staff and fans craving for more. Reece finished with 21 total tackles.

PLAYOFF HISTORY
(11 appearances, 12-11) – 2021, 2020, 2014, 2009, 2007 (Regional Champion), 2006, 2005 (Regional Champion), 1994, 1993, 1986, 1983 (Regional Champion)

2022 SCHEDULE
Fri – 08/19/22 – at Talawanda (2-7 in 2021) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 08/26/22 – ROSS (7-3) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 09/02/22 – at Western Brown (11-3) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 09/09/22 – at Brookville (8-3) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 09/16/22 – OAKWOOD (4-7) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 09/23/22 – CARLISLE (6-6) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 09/30/22 – at Franklin (4-7) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 10/07/22 – WAYNESVILLE (5-6) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 10/14/22 – at Bellbrook (11-3) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 10/21/22 – EATON (11-2) – 7:00 PM

 

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