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Well I hate to say what I am about to say, but before I do, I will state my reasons. Both teams played Simon-Kenton. Beechwood came out 4 points better than New Cath. Both teams played Holmes. New Cath came out 7 points better than the wood. Both teams played Cov Holy Cross. New Cath came out 6 points better than the wood. Both teams played Dixie Heights. New Cath came out 10 points better than the wood. Based upon that, the fact that the wood has gotten them in the past couple years (which I'm sure has New Cath really wanting this one) and the fact that it is at New Cath leaves me with but one option. New Cath by 4.

I agree with your basic synopsis, the one think i dont know about is what Beechwoods injuries were and how much of an effect it had in the outcomes of the games you were using for ur analysis, I do believe that in a rivalry game that it does come down to who wants it more a team like Beechwood doesnt get to where they are by taking anyone for granted. Whoever doesnt turn the ball over wins this game. I really think the Wood is looking for some statewide respect due to their rough start their d will be fired up which gives them a plus one in tovers so im going with the Wood by 6. 20 to 14