[tomcatfan722000]

Just getting out of the area and playing against different styles which do translate to that region, playing with different refs - all of that goes a long way to helping prepare for playoffs. We do it in baseball, and it has always been very rewarding. Obviously, costs can prohibit this concept, but if there is a way, all schools should do it.

From an outsiders perspective, it seems like EKY teams have struggled more over these pat few years than I have seen other areas when matched up with other styles. That does not always hold true, just an observation.

Idk about all eastern ky teams many highlands posters said JC was the second best team in the state last year and Russell had a nice playoff run last year as well. Ashland was the creme of the crop this year but most of the other schools were in rebuilding years and should be very competive next year. I would say next year FTH and JC will be the region favorites With Cov Cath as that 3rd team kinda darkhorse.