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Not so fast. I genearlly agree with you, but I think that an SK/HHS match-up would look different than the Ryle match-up. SK is much more disciplined, athletic and they do have the star caliber player that can match the Birds star player. I think SK would make a much better opponent, and would make this a tough game for the Birds. Not saying the Pioneers would win, but it would be a better match-up than Ryle. A team that has been to the state finals, will be much more composed than the inexperienced Raiders.

Highlands does not depend on Collingsworth and could win without him, SK would have a difficult time winning without Simpson. Getting blownout in the state finals does not make SK more composed than Ryle in my opinion. I believe it would be very similar to the HHS/Ryle game (close 1st half and then HHS takes control in second half. This would have made a good game this year, too bad we won't see it.