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Its going to be a tough game between two schools that don't like each other.

This is Raceland's Super Bowl. The will come out as fired up as any team you will ever see. Russell will have to survive that early game emotion. Racelands coaching staff won't want to admit it but this game is bigger to most of the Raceland players and fans than the state championship game would be.

Raceland really hasn't been tested since the Ashland game and by LCA. Russell has played tougher competition. Especially the last two weeks with SK and Mason County. This should be an advantage for Russell.

Right now I have to say that Raceland is the favorite. Russell needs a good start to get some confidance. Talent wise I would give the overall edge to Russell.

Which team executes the best and doesn't turn the ball over wins.

i will agree on one thing. No, Raceland really hasn't been tested since LCA or Ashland, many thought the Paintsville game would be, but it turned out the exact opposite. Russell on the other hand, has been tested the last three weeks, but hadn't stepped up to play the Devil ball we have come to watch. I think there are so many factors coming into this game, make it a must see, i'd be suprised if this crowed didn't out number the Ashland game.

but to say that this is Raceland's super bowl, may be a little strong. yes, i believe BOTH teams are hungry for this W. It's a bragging rights thing. But IMO, both teams are more concerned about bigger things ie STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS. I would want for nothing more than to see both teams play in the final Gridiorn Bowl at Popa Johns Stadium. Good luck to both teams and my all stay injury free....