[Granny Bear]

Belfry didn't beat the brakes off Harlan County last year per se... but the Pirates were extremely green under the gills at that point and won pulling away late on HCHS's home field in a playoff-esque environment.. Johnson Central was the team who really put in on the Bears.

Granny loves her Bears and has faith in them. I think deep down she knows how tall of a task Belfry will be at CAM Stadium, but you have to admire her confidence and faith.

She is also an adopted member of the Belfry fanbase,, even driving to Bourbon County to pull for the Pirates... so part of it is her just having fun talking smack with her friends on here. Kind of like the friendly banter you have at the office or with a friend who pulls for your rival. Belfry fans welcome Granny with open arms and enjoy the give and take with a ton of respect.

Very eloquently and accurately said, EKU, as usual. Thank you.

( wow ) killbily ymca is stepping out of his comfort zone Granny Bear. These guys are rednecks from H&ll in western kentucky. :Trumpet:

SUR, you never cease to crack me up!
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Is harlan county supposed to be that much better this year. I keep hearing belfry will be just as good as last year, but granny bear thinks they will beat belfry. Im just curious what is supposed to be so different with the black bears this year that will make them that much better and close the gap that there was last year. Didnt belfry beat them like a red headed stepchild.

It appears that I get under your skin killbilly; and I don't even try to do it either. In the first place nobody beat us like a red headed stepchild last year; however JC came close. There were "outside" issues that added to that defeat. But since I don't make excuses, I never spoke of them. They have since taken care of themselves. I'm very excited about the Black Bears this season because my youngest will be a Senior. This will very likely be my last "devoted" year to Black Bear football. That's good and bad at the same time. I will miss seeing those games every Friday night, but I will be starting Saturday football, too. I'm excited for the college experience.

As far as Belfry is concerned, I was amazed at how similar our fan bases were. I tried to hate Belfry, I really did, but each fan I met at that game, I liked better than the last. They are such genuine folks who support their kids with a huge passion. I like that!! Actually, I love it!! Too many kids participate in academic meets and athletic events without the support of either parent. Both Black Bear and Pirate parents appear to be there for their kids; I think that's more commendable than I can explain.

And speaking about explaining, I don't really have to explain what I do or feel or think to you or anyone else. I would NEVER post on a public forum negative comments about my team or any of the players.

I look forward to the Harlan County game with Belfry. It will be a slobber knocker, and I will get to visit with folks that I have come to love very much.