[Real Badman]

Using your rationale, why doesn't every Pendleton County and East Ridge of the world go out and schedule Trinity, Highlands, Cov Cath?

On the flip side of that, how is playing those schools doing any kind of good for the power houses?

Because East Ridge and Belfry are within 30 minutes apart and have similar enrollment sizes. Because of that the great folk, for great reason have put them in the same district. I'm sure the schools don't choose to play each other. It's great to play good competition and see where you stand, but it can ware on a kids mental thought. Losing to Belfry by 50 isn't a big deal, they're state contenders year in and year out. Sure they'd love to win, who wouldn't like to beat Belfry? This is why you drop out of district play. Play a softer schedule, win 8 or 9 games. build the program, instill confidence, support from the community and school, then in 2 years come back out and see how much you've grown. It has nothing to do with the program "folding."