I believe that coaches self-report statistics for their games to the Iowa High School Athletic Association, correct me if I am wrong. The question that I have is if there is an audit for these statistics. What is to stop a coach from fudging a couple numbers to benefit their player? Some statistics are pretty concrete, rushes, completions, interceptions, however some are more subjective, like yards, and solo tackles. If you look at the Tackle Statistics, you can see that some coaches report the statistics more realistically than others. Last year the leading tackler in the state was listed as 119 Solo tackles 19.5 assists. This doesn't seem likely. Most linebackers would have more assisted tackles than solo, so a 3:1 ratio the other way seems off. I'm sure it doesn't make a real difference to many, but when these stats are the only way some coaches, colleges and media get to look at the kids for awards and possibly scholarships, it can certainly make a difference. Any thoughts, insights?