Here are some of my thoughts on the Metro after the first 3 weeks of play:
I think the biggest surprise for me is Hamtramck and the 132 points scored through 3 weeks. While it does not look like the defense has improved, their offense seems to be on fire. 2-1 through 3 weeks is the best I think anyone can ask for at Hamtown. The fact that 1 loss was by 2 points is even better.
Clarenceville came out horrible in the first 2 weeks, but looked good against Harper Woods. I see this upcoming game against a tough Divine Child team the determing factor on whether they actually have turned things around and will make a run for the playoffs. I think it took a while for the team to get personal right, especially up front. 1-2 through 3 weeks is a poor start and I believe unexpected.
Cranbrook starting off 2-1 is a great start for the new coach. He believes in his offensive option system and continues to work on pounding the rock. It will be interesting to see how they do against HW and North this year.
Harper Woods is 2-1 and looks to be able to score on any play with the speed they have. The downfall there was noted against Clarencevillle, they cannot afford to get behind and pass the football. Hartfield is clearly a runner first. Clarenceville looked to have a good scheme in place and I imagine that both North and Cranbrook should have good schemes as well. Will be interesting to see how they finish.
Lutheran North is about where I believe most have predicted at this point. 1-2 coming out of 2 really tough games against 2 playoff caliber teams. I don't see it getting any easier with Flint Powers this week. It is hard to predict how they will do against the Metro.
The Metro is all over the place this year, which is what is great about the Metro. We never know. Please post your thoughts through 3 weeks.Friday Night Fan
