YOUR COMMENTS

The NHIAA needs to learn that football is an outdoor sport. You can't tell what the weather will be, until the morning of a game.......we are also a big State and not all of the State sees the same weather. Wait until game day to make these decisions locally. Don't mandate this stuff.

My son missed his grandfather's memorial service we scheduled for the Sunday AFTER the Championship game so we could try to attend the game. courtesy of NHIAA When I called the NHIAA to complain, they didn't return my call.....Great organization. Huh?
- Jeffrey T. Reisert, Plymouth

Yes, the NHIAA gets the gate receipts, but the schools (or the booster clubs) get the concession revenue, 50/50 raffle, etc. As a casual fan, I would have stayed home today. Instead, I'll see the Souhegan/Portsmouth game on Sunday, and maybe buy a hot dog (or two) and a Coke.
- A Fan, Bedford NH

NHIAA just wants more money guys, it is what it comes down to
- Jim, NH

NH football is played by a bunch of sissy boys
- Juskie, Chester, NH

Good point, Shane! Have seen all the city teams and Trinity would beat both West and Memorial and give that big Central a game. Must be the divisional thing. Too bad.
- Jack, Manchester

Outlined against a Blue, Gray November sky...............Oh wait thats Football lore......I thought soccer was over. Have an Orange slice and a juice box NHIAA.
- Kevin, Goffstown

Hey Will
Trinity can't play in that game. They, by NHIAA rule, cannot play up or down more than one division. The pre-season jamboree in Manchester is different since it is just a scrimmage and not a game.
- John D, Nashua

Actually Angelo, the state takes all the money from the playoff games, so you are completely wrong. Thanks for writing though.
- john, bedford

Angelo in Manchester -

The schools don't see a dime of the gate receipts. That money ALL goes to the NHIAA. The re-scheduling of the games to Sunday directly benefits the NHIAA, NOT your favorite high school football team.
- NH football fan, Nashua

Well, it looks like a few tough guys used to walk back and forth to school uphill, in the snow without shoes on. Please. Tomorrow is supposed to be biblical...no one is even going outside tomorrow never mind trying to play, officiate and watch a HS football game. All the "hairy chested, 1970's JV superstars" can gather in Derryfield Park and play flag. I'll meet you there.
- Shane, Manchester

Why isnt Trinity Playing in the Turkey Bowl? Trinity 10-0. Memorial 3-7. Ridiculous. I dont care what division their in.
- Will, Manchester

Scott believe me if there was anyone of us that would love to suit up its us players. A lot of us love the rain it makes it more intresting and brings everything down to smashmouth football which is the way the game should be played.
- Zack Ly, Bristol

John and Greg
You seem to forget that these events raise money for the schools. Parents, friends and sports fans want to see these games and the schools generate income from their attendance.

Were you planning to bring your family out in rain to watch the game?
- Angelo, Manchester

We should move football to to another season so the weather conditions are better for these kids who are living out their dream. hahaha. Its football and it use to be the only sport rain, snow, sleet, or shine that was never canceled. Its almost as bad as the NFL quarterback rules that are in place these days. Grow some hair on your chest and suit up!!!
- scott, Manchester

Weather can be a GREAT equalizer in football and cause many an upset. No doubt the underdogs would prefer games played Saturday as planned.
- Greg Barrett, Manchester

I completly agree John. Football was meant to be played in the mud and grit but now that HS football has turned into a spread offense only game the NHIAA would hate to see defense play a part. Lets give all the Souhegans of the state a nice sunny day to chuck the ball around on. Give me a break. Their is one factor a team can't control and that's the weather. Now the NHIAA is trying to control that too. Just look at last year's DIV champioship game in the mud. What a great game and it was because of the weather that those two teams were equalized. Or the Pinkerton Nashua championship game played in the freezing cold. Let the kids play.
- Gary, Milford

Great call! These kids played hard all year for a shot at the playoffs and deserve to play under respectable conditions. This happens quite often in MA, it's about time NH got on board.

Don't give me the "tough guy" act...these HS kids living out a dream that will soon be gone forever. Waiting one day for decent weather is the best call.

Regarding BG, blame Mother Nature not the NHIAA. Besides, it's BG. Mother Nature is about the only thing that could defeat them this year. They are unbelievable. A couple more days of additional rest will play zero factor.
- Shane, Manchester

The forecast is for 4+ inches of rain with a lot of wind, basically N’easter with a bit of Ida thrown in. Not all games will be played on Turf field (Salem & Souhegan I know are grass). Plus, turf or no turf, that much rain will really cut back the crowds. Bad that the games have to be moved to Sunday, but it’s better choice.
- Will, Salem NH

Hey Mike
Another break for BG? The game was resceduled from Saturday because Nashua North gets priority. Also, it was reschelued on Monday. When should they play Sunday night? Guess what, they don't need any breaks
- John D, Nashua

Can you Believe it BG gets another break win today and get two days to rest and prepare while others play. You would think the NHIAA in all its wisdom would not allow that advantage. Mike
- mike, Minnepolis minnn

Not much wiser to move the games to compete with NFL's national broadcasts. I'm sure you'll still get the family members, but the people who aren't die-hard fans of high school football that may have otherwise gone on a Saturday, will be less likely to go when they're forced to choose between HS and NFL.
- Bill, Manchester

john, were you to attend one of the games?
- Larry, Manchester

This is unbelievable. Football was meant to be played in the rain. What are these turf fields for, if they dont use them?
- john, Bedford