[turkeysalad]

If you look at Hilton's career opponents, there are a minimal examples of him scheduling substantial opponents; no examples of any team from Jefferson, Fayette, or Kenton; no to Belfry; no to the good Corbin teams; no to Danville; no to Boyle County.

There have been quality opponents in proximity to each of his coaching stops, but the man rarely opts to compete against teams that do not carry the "county" moniker.

I watched Bell against Whitley, and yes, Bell looked strong; however, the opposition does not provide a marker for capability. I am exceedingly interested in Bell's opposition once they reach 12-0, because, without question, the conclusion of three months of nothingness, is going to be an excellent experiment of defying the criterion that teams don't win big gold trophies, without competing against even mid-level competition.