'08 IN OL Braxston Cave (Signed LOI to ND) - Page 17 - Notre Dame Football Discussion

GoshenGipper · 10-06-2007, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Junkhead

They said on the local news tonight that he was nursing an ankle injury.

During the replay of the game they just gave an update on Braxton. He went out early in the 2nd quarter with what appears to be a mild ankle sprain, and when they showed him on the sideline, mowhawk and all, he didn't appear to be in a lot of pain. He was sitting on a training table iceing his left ankle and he still had all of his gear on, minus his left sock and shoe. They also said he was doubtful for the rest of the 1st half, but they were unsure about the 2nd half.

GoshenGipper · 10-06-2007, 12:43 AM

At the start of the 2nd half they gave another update on Braxton. Even though he was noticeably limping he had his ankle taped up and he will be finishing the game.

**ND=NC** · 10-25-2007, 08:59 PM

A little bit about a future ND captain

Sometimes words can describe something better than seeing it for yourself.

But in the case of Braxston Cave, nothing is better than 'watching' how good he is.

At 6'4", 295 pounds---Cave is a major reason the Penn Kingsmen are undefeated.

The senior center decided long ago he was going to Notre Dame and it makes sense.

After all, he was named after a former Irish player---Braxston Banks.

Cave says ND's poor record hasn't affected his decision in any way. He doesn't second guess it because of his love for the Irish. He says he's excited to possibly play right away and to help be a reason Notre Dame turns things around.

Penn quarterback Coley Moore says Braxston does everything right--from the way he works out, to the way he leads the team. Moore says Cave is a quarterback's dream center.

He says Braxston perfects instruction from his coaches on day 1 of practice and just gets better and better from there.

Penn coach Cory Yeoman says Cave also has a tremendous work ethic. He believes it's a major reason why Braxston has been able to battle through a sprained ankle over the last month.

For Braxston, he doesn't even feel the pain in his ankle anymore when he plays. It's part of the nastiness his dad instilled in him in order to be a force on the football field.

That nastiness is certainly imposing on the opposition. Just watch the video!

Braxston and the Kingsmen meet Mishawaka in the sectional semifinals on Friday.

It's a rematch of a classic game from last month one that came down to the final play.

With Penn up by 7, the Cavemen threw a deep pass to the end zone into the hands of Ryan Warmoth, but Penn defensive back Brian Lares quickly drilled Warmoth and knocked the ball out.

Warmoth only had possession of the ball for 1/3 of a second and it was ruled incomplete.

Penn hung on, but barely.

The Kingsmen expect much of the same Friday.

GoshenGipper · 10-25-2007, 10:30 PM

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Cave is a major reason the Penn Kingsmen are undefeated.

I thought it was because Penn playes in the NIC?

Junkhead · 10-25-2007, 10:40 PM

Penn hasn't been very impressive this year at all. I doubt it Cave's fault however.

GoshenGipper · 10-25-2007, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Junkhead

Penn hasn't been very impressive this year at all. I doubt it Cave's fault however.

It isn't from what I've seen. Penn's talent and size at the skill positions isn't all that great this year, but they'll still probably win the sectional.

Junkhead · 10-25-2007, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by GoshenGipper

It isn't from what I've seen. Penn's talent and size at the skill positions isn't all that great this year, but they'll still probably win the sectional.

They've been challenged by teams they normally destroy.

10-06-2007, 12:43 AM	#114 (permalink)
GoshenGipper Rest In Peace Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Goshen, IN Posts: 8,212 Cash: 8,728.02 Bank: 1.00 Total Bankroll: 8,729.02 Donate	At the start of the 2nd half they gave another update on Braxton. Even though he was noticeably limping he had his ankle taped up and he will be finishing the game.

10-25-2007, 08:59 PM	#115 (permalink)
ND=NC Community Mod Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Crestview, Fl Posts: 4,487 Cash: 9,119.36 Bank: 122,161.63 Total Bankroll: 131,280.99 Donate	A little bit about a future ND captain Sometimes words can describe something better than seeing it for yourself. But in the case of Braxston Cave, nothing is better than 'watching' how good he is. At 6'4", 295 pounds---Cave is a major reason the Penn Kingsmen are undefeated. The senior center decided long ago he was going to Notre Dame and it makes sense. After all, he was named after a former Irish player---Braxston Banks. Cave says ND's poor record hasn't affected his decision in any way. He doesn't second guess it because of his love for the Irish. He says he's excited to possibly play right away and to help be a reason Notre Dame turns things around. Penn quarterback Coley Moore says Braxston does everything right--from the way he works out, to the way he leads the team. Moore says Cave is a quarterback's dream center. He says Braxston perfects instruction from his coaches on day 1 of practice and just gets better and better from there. Penn coach Cory Yeoman says Cave also has a tremendous work ethic. He believes it's a major reason why Braxston has been able to battle through a sprained ankle over the last month. For Braxston, he doesn't even feel the pain in his ankle anymore when he plays. It's part of the nastiness his dad instilled in him in order to be a force on the football field. That nastiness is certainly imposing on the opposition. Just watch the video! Braxston and the Kingsmen meet Mishawaka in the sectional semifinals on Friday. It's a rematch of a classic game from last month one that came down to the final play. With Penn up by 7, the Cavemen threw a deep pass to the end zone into the hands of Ryan Warmoth, but Penn defensive back Brian Lares quickly drilled Warmoth and knocked the ball out. Warmoth only had possession of the ball for 1/3 of a second and it was ruled incomplete. Penn hung on, but barely. The Kingsmen expect much of the same Friday.

10-25-2007, 10:40 PM	#117 (permalink)
Junkhead I'm kind of a big deal. Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: South Bend, IN Posts: 1,970 Cash: 1.98 Bank: 61.15 Total Bankroll: 63.13 Donate	Penn hasn't been very impressive this year at all. I doubt it Cave's fault however.