11 hours ago, Runcible Owl said:

? Ryle leads the all-time series 19-12, including a 2-1 playoff edge. 

1995 3A R3 D1 Ryle 23 Simon Kenton 0

1996 3A R3 D1 Ryle 64 Simon Kenton 7 

1997 3A R3 D1 Ryle 26 Simon Kenton 0

That surprised me considering SK had a 50+ year head start. 

@footballfan21212

1966 was SK's first year as a football school (2A R3 D1 - Boone Co., Campbell Co., Dixie, Highlands, Holmes, Newport, New Cath*, SK). 

In 1992, its first year open, Ryle played a non district five game schedule. From '93-'94 they were in a different district than SK. (3A R2 D2 - Franklin Co., Lincoln Co., Oldham Co., Scott Co., South Oldham, Ryle, Woodford Co.). 

1995 was the first year the two teams played and were in the same District (3A R3 D1 - Conner, Cov Cath, Dixie, Highlands, Holmes, Ryle, Scott, SK). 

* New Cath was "placed" in the District, but was not playing a full District schedule, and was not eligible for the postseason. The 'Breds were still playing a full slate of games across the river in the GCL.

11 hours ago, Breds82 said:

Hate to say I agree with Madden but this game should get the game of the week. I believe they’ve already been to Ryle so  probably the reason they aren’t covering this one.

While this game is for a district championship, neither one of these teams may do much in the post-season. If we are honest, having a sister district in Louisville means generally you may get one, maybe two extra weeks of football. Big game for the two fanbases sure, but not much interest outside of that. The Cooper/Dixie draw is for #2 in their district, and has 5A playoff implications for this area, and for the state. Not to mention it is historically a very close game. 859 picked a better draw for their listener/viewership IMO. 

50 minutes ago, Runcible Owl said:

@footballfan21212

1966 was SK's first year as a football school (2A R3 D1 - Boone Co., Campbell Co., Dixie, Highlands, Holmes, Newport, New Cath*, SK). 

In 1992, its first year open, Ryle played a non district five game schedule. From '93-'94 they were in a different district than SK. (3A R2 D2 - Franklin Co., Lincoln Co., Oldham Co., Scott Co., South Oldham, Ryle, Woodford Co.). 

1995 was the first year the two teams played and were in the same District (3A R3 D1 - Conner, Cov Cath, Dixie, Highlands, Holmes, Ryle, Scott, SK). 

* New Cath was "placed" in the District, but was not playing a full District schedule, and was not eligible for the postseason. The 'Breds were still playing a full slate of games across the river in the GCL.

Great info!

I was referring to when they opened up as a school. 

29 minutes ago, Finkle Ray said:

While this game is for a district championship, neither one of these teams may do much in the post-season. If we are honest, having a sister district in Louisville means generally you may get one, maybe two extra weeks of football. Big game for the two fanbases sure, but not much interest outside of that. The Cooper/Dixie draw is for #2 in their district, and has 5A playoff implications for this area, and for the state. Not to mention it is historically a very close game. 859 picked a better draw for their listener/viewership IMO. 

I guess, but considering Ryle beat Cooper and SK beat Dixie in addition to this being for a district title, I think many would argue the Ryle/SK game is for more marbles.

Very doubtful Cooper or Dixie will have much impact on the state tournament. 2 solid teams, but firmly outside the top tier of 5A as is SK and Ryle.

2 hours ago, footballfan21212 said:

I guess, but considering Ryle beat Cooper and SK beat Dixie in addition to this being for a district title, I think many would argue the Ryle/SK game is for more marbles.

Very doubtful Cooper or Dixie will have much impact on the state tournament. 2 solid teams, but firmly outside the top tier of 5A as is SK and Ryle.

Who beat who isn't in the consideration this is about which is a better game this week. And I agree the SK/Ryle is for more marbles... but outside of that this game is for who may play one or two more weeks. What I contest is that Cooper/Dixie has been extremely close the past two seasons, and the #2 and #3 place teams in their district and sister district will have more impact on who moves forward. Couple that with nobody outside of Ryle or SK really cares about this contest. I doubt very seriously folks in Louisville and Lexington would tune in to hear/see this game. But looking at the 5A rankings thread, a lot of folks from Owensboro and Lex have an interest in which team goes south, and which team has to travel north. I don't know how 859 makes money or if they need the ratings but IF it is a business decision, hands down the Cooper/Dixie tilt is the better draw.

10 minutes ago, Finkle Ray said:

Who beat who isn't in the consideration this is about which is a better game this week. And I agree the SK/Ryle is for more marbles... but outside of that this game is for who may play one or two more weeks. What I contest is that Cooper/Dixie has been extremely close the past two seasons, and the #2 and #3 place teams in their district and sister district will have more impact on who moves forward. Couple that with nobody outside of Ryle or SK really cares about this contest. I doubt very seriously folks in Louisville and Lexington would tune in to hear/see this game. But looking at the 5A rankings thread, a lot of folks from Owensboro and Lex have an interest in which team goes south, and which team has to travel north. I don't know how 859 makes money or if they need the ratings but IF it is a business decision, hands down the Cooper/Dixie tilt is the better draw.

I doubt anyone from Lex/Lou is that interested in Dixie/Cooper either, but I enjoy any game 859 does!

 

Very even game between both in my opinion and a tough one to pick. Ryle likely has an advantage due to playing at home, but I’m not sure if that alone is enough to give them the win. I think it will come down to which team is most disciplined and which team has less turnovers. Good luck to both!

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7 hours ago, Finkle Ray said:

While this game is for a district championship, neither one of these teams may do much in the post-season. If we are honest, having a sister district in Louisville means generally you may get one, maybe two extra weeks of football. Big game for the two fanbases sure, but not much interest outside of that. The Cooper/Dixie draw is for #2 in their district, and has 5A playoff implications for this area, and for the state. Not to mention it is historically a very close game. 859 picked a better draw for their listener/viewership IMO. 

This, we are in lockstep. This game matters or at least could matter in 5A.  Ryle/SK is two teams playing for local bragging rights and nothing more. 

25 minutes ago, theguru said:

This, we are in lockstep. This game matters or at least could matter in 5A.  Ryle/SK is two teams playing for local bragging rights and nothing more. 

Ryle/SK Playing for District Championship. Dixie/Cooper playing for 2nd place and Highlands will probably put both out in the playoffs. 

1 hour ago, theguru said:

This, we are in lockstep. This game matters or at least could matter in 5A.  Ryle/SK is two teams playing for local bragging rights and nothing more. 

So 5A #7 vs #10 playing for 2nd place matters more than 6A #9 vs #10 playing for a district championship? Lol

Again, none are real contenders for a state championship. 

To each their own I guess.

1 minute ago, footballfan21212 said:

So 5A #7 vs #10 playing for 2nd place matters more than 6A #9 vs #10 playing for a district championship? Lol

Again, none are real contenders for a state championship. 

To each their own I guess.

Well, 7 and 10 may just get a chance to both play spoiler with 1.  9 and 10 might as well break out the round balls.

But like you said, to each their own. 

1 minute ago, theguru said:

Well, 7 and 10 may just get a chance to both play spoiler with 1.  9 and 10 might as well break out the round balls.

But like you said, to each their own. 

I hope everyone sleeps on SK in the playoffs they are coming and they are the 6A team in rushing!

Just now, MaddenCurse44 said:

I hope everyone sleeps on SK in the playoffs they are coming and they are the 6A team in rushing!

One day I would like to see Simon Kenton become the team you think they are but I am not sure that day is ever coming.