CANFIELD, OH- In a packed restaurant filled with supporters wearing burgundy and gold, South Range Raiders Head Coach Dave Rach spoke candidly about the team’s journey and future prospects during the fourth episode of the YSN podcast series, “South Range Coach’s Corner.” Hosted by DJ Yokley, the lively discussion at GiAngelos captured the essence of community spirit and competitive drive that fuels the Raiders’ success.

Rach expressed his gratitude for the robust community support, noting its impact on both home and away games. “It’s definitely humbling,” Rach said. “Our kids get excited, our coaches get excited on Friday nights to see all the support from our community.”

The Raiders have showcased remarkable progress through the season, particularly highlighted by a significant stride from week three to week four. “We’ve gotten better each week,” Rach stated, attributing this improvement to the disciplined preparation and leadership within the team.

One of the pivotal moments discussed was the Raiders’ recent emotional victory over Lakeview in NE8 play, marked by a touching “pink out” for Ann Myers. Despite a brief scare from Lakeview’s 83-yard touchdown, South Range’s resilience shone through, culminating in a commanding 38-7 victory. “Our kids answered the bell and did a great job,” Rach reflected.

Looking ahead, Rach acknowledged the impending challenge against Struthers, a team known for its physicality and coaching prowess. With an uncertain quarterback situation for Struthers, Rach emphasized the need for preparedness and flexibility. “We’ve got to play great football, get eleven hats to the ball and swarm and tackle at a high level,” he noted.

Special teams have also played a crucial role in South Range’s performance, with Rach highlighting their ability to flip the field and contribute significantly to the team’s success. Praising kicker Luke Starkey, Rach mentioned his confidence in sending Starkey for long field-goal attempts, which can be game-changers.

In a lighter moment, when asked about his dream game show appearance, Rach humorously admitted his affinity for “The Price is Right” and the game of Plinko. “I always wanted to play Plinko growing up,” Rach shared, adding a personal touch to the insightful conversation.

As South Range Raiders prepare for their next big game against Struthers, the community’s support remains unwavering, and Coach Dave Rach’s guiding principles focus on preparation, resilience, and unity. “Our guys work so hard for 350 plus days out of the year to go out and have ten guaranteed opportunities to have fun and turn it loose,” Rach concluded, encapsulating the drive that propels the Raiders towards continued success.

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