[laker20]

I actually forgot all about CovCath.....they will definitively be top 5-6. As far as Russell Co's playoff experience goes, in 2010 they were beat out by ACS in the final Minutes, the prior year they stayed with Lone Oak for 2/3rds of the game. Both teams went on to represent the west in the title game. I do agree that they have to prove that they are able to play with the big boys, but I fully expect 2012 to be their best chance to do so in the foreseeable future.

From what I'm hearing they havemore focus than they've ever had before, and will come out in 2012 MUCH stronger. If they can keep the skill players healthy there will be a Laker vs Rebels or Knights matchup in the playoffs. We will see how we stack up then.

I also agree that the East will be the cream of the crop again next year. As far as the west goes, I know Lone Oak will be good next year, but I'm not sure about Franklin-Simpson and Madisonville. I also wouldn't be surprised to see ACS getting better after a rebuilding 2011 season.