[Upthemiddel]

How is big Thomas doing?  Heard he hurt his knee in a wreck.

Thomas was in a rollover and came out sore only in August.  Friends in Estill say he's in gym, a barn 6 days a week and may not recognize him, except for THE Beard on this JR. Estill has to fill Powell's all around production, Hix in left field. Flynn, Forehand, Brewer & Canyon Hix will provide solid pitching staff with the experience of Waddell keeping them tuned in.  EC should be pretty strong on offense led by Niece, Waddell, Forehand, Henry and Hix. Defense will be fine after some experimenting early, Niece, Forehand and Henry and Waddell should make for a secure infield, outfield will settle in and be fast and see rotations. May have a couple surprises suit up after Basketball that will add to good lineup.  EC has some young talent will help in relief out of Bull Pen, spot starts etc.  Crowe and staff wii have them competitive and break in New Faclities.