Dixie simply needs to get more players coming out for the team. They’re a 6A school that can’t field a freshman team. In order to do that, they need to consistently win to help change the culture. The kids don’t look at the competition, they just see W’s. The return of their youth team will help eventually, but for the immediate future, a winning record is going to help.

Strong schedule IMO. Look for another great year from this team. Looking forward to watching this group and their progression next year. ??

On 12/13/2020 at 8:38 AM, tcjkbt said:

I think teams  with championship aspirations, if possible  need to step out of their comfort  and geographic zones when scheduling.    One, they are playing better competition.    Two, they get a chance to measure what better teams consist of, how they do things, what makes them good, etc. ...... and then learn from all that.   Teams can't be afraid to take a loss here and there.   I am not familiar with Dixie's  current situation and their aspirations.     I am commenting generally. 

In a perfect world, yes. But as usual, there's much more to the story to getting better and winning championships than just scheduling. And I'd argue that building a tougher schedule isn't the first step in the process.

On 12/11/2020 at 4:35 PM, Colonels_Wear_Blue said:

Very conservative scheduling for a team that just finished one of their top 3 seasons in last 20 years.

 

They may need conservative at the front and back ends of that schedule. Dixies September and Early October look brutal. I like this schedule and really looking forward to seeing if Dixie can improve on last season. As a parent, I'm happy I don't have to drive far to watch any of these. That Corbin trip was a bear last season.

On 12/14/2020 at 2:44 PM, rjs4470 said:

There's much more to the story to getting better and winning championships than just scheduling. And I'd argue that building a tougher schedule isn't the first step in the process.

Exactly. Making sure your team is ready to start the season running is a good first step. Hearing Dixie will be scrimmaging a couple of Ohio teams to help prepare for the season. Not sure which schools or the dates. This can't be a bad thing.