Erie Mason 2018 Preview and Prediction

Mason finished up 2017 with a record of 1-8.  The Eagles last qualified for the post season in 2003.  In his 2nd year behind the helm for the Blue & Gold will be head coach Rob Beaudrie.  His assistants are Mike Frank, kenny Hall, Derek Bowman, Steve Bowers, Rob Currie, Brian Hoppert, Garrison Diehl, Justin Gessner and Alex Welhousen.

Returning Letter Winners: 13
Offensive Starters Returning: 8
Defensive Starters Returning: 6

Players To Watch: Jake Tranor – WR, Noah Beaudrie – QB, Tanner Herrera – WR, Cam Micheau – C, Jayce Diehl – T, Shane Hempel – OLB, Tyler Bates – DE.

New Players to Watch: Jon Frank– RB, Bryce Diehl – RB, Elija Arazia – LB

Coaches Thoughts: “We were a very young team last year and paid the price, this year will be a different story.  We have not only doubled our roster and will have a JV team this season. Our biggest weakness last season along with inexperience was size and strength.  We have fixed that issue this off-season with the commitment level and training the kids have put into the program.”

Coaches Outlook:  “I look for a tough LCAA schedule, but I see our team competing every week as we continue to grow this program in a positive direction.”

FNV Thoughts: Look for Mason to compete every week in what is going to be a daunting LCAA schedule.  The winds of change are swirling around Mason Eagle Drive.  As the year goes on, I expect Mason to get better and better. Is this the year we see the Eagles put their stamp on the league or are we still a year away?

Gary’s Pick: 3-6


Chris’s Pick: 3-6


Frank’s Pick: 4-5