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2022 Snapshot: Piqua

Piqua QB Brady Ouhl (photo by Shelby Frieszell/TriStateFootball.com)

When you start looking around at teams that have the tangibles and intangibles to win a regional or state championships, Piqua is one of those squads that checks off many of the boxes. Last fall, the Indians fell just short of winning their first regional title since 2006 and seventh in school history. They lost to eventual state champion Winton Woods in the regional final for their only loss of the year. Winners of 16 consecutive league contests heading into 2022 this program is ready to take another leap forward.

Piqua is an experienced squad that has been through the wars and knows exactly what it takes to win in big games. The special teams have the pieces to be “elite.” They could be the difference of advancing deep into the playoffs. The seniors on the Indians defense have combined to go 14-0 while allowing just 6.7 points per game with five shutouts versus MVL rivals the past two years.

This team has the motivation to bring home hardware while stamping its distinct mark on the program. More often than not, the juniors that follow a senior class that had a memorable season, do surprisingly well. All signs point to that being the case for the Class or 2023 Indians.

Piqua matches up favorably with everyone on its schedule. Going undefeated in the regular season for a third straight year is not out of the question. Accomplishing that goal will come down to focus. If the Indians take care of business, they should be in a great position to snag one of the top seeds in the playoffs.

In an ideal world, Piqua would love to avenge last year’s loss to Winton Woods and capture the regional title. Making that happen won’t be easy. The Indians are going to get everyone’s best shot. Unlike last season, Piqua now become the hunted once the playoffs start. Those other 15 schools know exactly what this team is capable of. It is now up to the Indians to go out and validate that respect.

Division II, Region 8
2021 RECORD: 12-1, 8-0 MVL Miami
COACH:  Bill Nees (222-106, 30 years at Piqua, 222-106 overall)

HONOR ROLL
Sam Schmiesing, Sr, LB – The leader of the Piqua defense. Schmiesing is a real ballhawk who tallied 139 total tackles, 16 tackles for losses, forced three fumbles and had an interception as a junior. His efforts earned him OPSWA Division II Second Team All-Ohio and Second Team All-TriState Football honors. The 6-foot-2, 220-pound linebacker has offers from Navy, Duquesne, Northern Colorado, Grand Valley State and Ashland.

Piqua LB Sam Schmiesing (photo by Shelby Frieszell/TriStateFootball.com)

Brady Ouhl, Sr, QB – The maestro of the Indians offense. Ouhl led the Indians to seven consecutive contests of 42 points or more last fall (over the last six regular season games and the first-round of the playoffs). He was named OPSWA Division II Honorable Mention All-Ohio as a junior. He has amassed 3,539 yards of total offense (2,776 pass, 763 rush) and accounted for 40 touchdowns (30 pass, 10 rush) in his career.

Jackson Trombley, Sr, K/P – A luxury and weapon on special teams. Trombley is one of the best in the business. An OPSWA Division II Honorable Mention All-Southwest District selection in 2021 and an OPSWA Third Team All-Ohio honoree in 2020, Trombley has connected on 128/135 extra points and 4/6 field goals for 140 kicking points in his career.

Dre Roberts, Sr, WR/DB/RS – Will be a breakout performer who is primed for a monster senior campaign. Roberts had 29 receptions for 362 yards and two touchdowns as a junior. On special teams he averaged 26.6 yards on kickoff returns, 16.5 yards per punt return and had a punt return for a touchdown against Butler. Roberts was named OPSWA Division II Honorable Mention All-Southwest District (WR) and Honorable Mention All-TriState Football (RS) for his work.

Anson Cox, Sr, OL/DL – A returning starter on the o-line. Cox helped pave the way for Piqua offense that averaged 246.1 yards per game with 57 touchdowns on the ground last season. The 6-foot-5, 270-pound Cox was named Second Team All-MVL for his efforts. He picked up his first offer from Tiffin in May.

Bryson Roberts, Sr, RB/OLB – A productive two-way player who is a valuable on field asset. Roberts ran for 249 yards, found the end zone four times rushing, recorded 33 total tackles, had three takeaways (two INTs, one FR) and a pick six on his way to Honorable Mention All-MVL accolades as a junior. He has an offer from Baldwin Wallace.

Piqua RB/OLB Bryson Roberts (photo by Shelby Frieszell/TriStateFootball.com)

OTHER RETURNEES
Colten Beogher, Sr, H-back/OLB – A senior leader on both sides of the ball. Beogher led Piqua with four touchdown catches on 15 receptions for 137 yards as a junior. He also had 23 total tackles and a sack on defense.

Jacob Voskuhl, Sr, OL – A returning starter up front who helped the Indians rack up 359.5 yards of total offense per game last fall. The 6-foot-5, 250-pound Voskuhl offers from Glenville State and Wittenberg.

Braiden Soliday, Sr, OL – A returning starter on the offensive line. Soliday played a pivotal role in helping Piqua average 38.7 points per game in 2021.

Elijah Frazier, Sr, WR – Will play a bigger role on both sides of the ball. Frazier made the most of his offensive touches as a junior. He had three touchdown catches on six receptions for 119 yards.

Ryan Brown, Sr, WR – One of several receivers that will have more targets to take advantage of in 2022. Brown had 11 receptions for 220 yards and two touchdowns a year ago.

Ky Warner, Jr, QB/DB – The future is bright for this young stud who showed signs of being special as a sophomore. Warner ran for 225 yards and four touchdowns last fall. He also had 10 total tackles and an interception.

Devin Finley, Jr, LB – An outstanding varsity debut saw Finley play an integral role for an Indians defense that allowed just 10.1 points per game last season. Finley was in on 52 total tackles, with a sack, a fumble recovery and an interception.

Piqua LB Devin Finley (photo by Shelby Frieszell/TriStateFootball.com)

NEWCOMERS
Parker James, Jr, OL – The 6-foot-3, 295-pound Parker has a tremendous upside. This should be the year that he starts getting heavy attention from college recruiters.

PLAYOFF HISTORY
(13 appearances, 23-12) – 2021, 2020, 2015, 2007, 2006 (State Champion), 2001, 2000 (State Runner-Up), 1999, 1994 (Regional Champion), 1993 (Regional Champion), 1992 (Regional Champion), 1991, 1990 (Regional Champion)

2022 SCHEDULE
Fri – 08/20/21 – at Belmont (2-6 in 2021) – 4:30 PM
Fri – 08/26/22 – WEST CARROLLTON (0-9) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 09/02/22 – TROY (6-4) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 09/09/22 – at Xenia (5-5) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 09/16/22 – SIDNEY (5-6) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 09/23/22 – at Fairborn (1-7) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 09/30/22 – GREENVILLE (2-8) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 10/07/22 – at Tippecanoe (10-3) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 10/14/22 – at Butler (3-7) – 7:00 PM
Fri – 10/21/22 – STEBBINS (6-6) – 7:00 PM

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