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I will accept the argument that Faulkner is a better point guard than Jackson. I also believe that Jackson is a better player than Faulkner. To go back to the old question, if I was starting a team which one would I choose??? Easily Jackson.

Specifics like that are something we haven't gotten from the other side.

And probably never will...

You will hear the same empty promises next week as well.

That's not what I heard tonight. Palin spoke of all what she and McCain will do, and backed it up with examples of what they've done in the past. I guess that's the primary difference... Obama hasn't done anything in the past to use as an example. :thumb:

Outstanding speach and delivery. If they wanted to portray her and her family as normal folks, they scored big time.

Agree 100%. Not sure how much that will help but I think people who watched will fell much more comfortable with her now...

If you want honesty, you shouldn't be looking to politics. :lol:

A sad, but very true statement... And by the way I do want honesty.

It just seems strange to me that Obama bases his candidacy on "change" and then gives us the same old political rhetoric... Eveybody believes in education, healthcare, social security, etc. The same old standing ovation for statements like "Now is the time for healthcare companies to stop discriminating against people who need it the most."

:lol: What do you expect at the national convention acceptance speech?

Um...... how about honesty?

I like Justice's game too. Played well at North Hardin. Strong kid, doesn't backdown and sees the court and leads well.

Elisha has put in quite a bit of work again this offseason on his physical strength. He understands that physical develpment is a huge part of his basketball development. Also, he's as nice and well mannered a kid as you would want to meet..

I find myself becoming sick at listening to Obama give the answer to everything. He believes in educating the children in America... and the crowd goes wild. Is there a politician that has every stood up and said otherwise? Geez... One man cannot have the answer to everything, and to hear Obama speak as if he does just reaffirms my thoughts that his promises are likely nothing more than empty promises...

Ethan Faulkner has the highest basketball IQ, is no doubt the best floor leader, and without a doubt the most skilled.

I'm sure some may have a little "doubt" about your statements...

As for the mountain teams, they are unusually strong at the point this season with players like Elisha Justice, Josh Whitaker, Stuart Stamper, and James David Strange. Also, I'm sure Tate Cox will see some time at the point and is a good player. Whitaker and Stamper are more offensive minded PGs, but for my money Elisha Justice is the tops from the mountains. His ballhandling ability and defensive pressure totally change a game.

I've heard they are a big team even at the guard positions. Do they have a deep bench?

Shelby Valley's starting guards are relatively small (both around 5'10") but they are both super quick. The players that are expected to see significant playing time are:

Elisha Justice 5'10" PG (jr.)

Logan Bryant 5'10" SG (sr.)

Ashley Hatfield 6'5" SF (jr.)

Taylor Newsome 6'3" PF (jr.)

Curby Tackett 6'6" PF/C (sr.)

Devan Adams 6'10" C (sr.)

Tyler Newsome 6'3" SG/SF (jr.)

Cody Varney 6'0" SG/SF (jr.)

Shelby Valley lost two seniors (Jacob Bryant and Jonah Justice) who went undefeated at home during their high school careers (51-0 I think). Someone will have to step up and replace Bryant as the go to guy. My guess is that it will be Elisha Justice. He has gotten plenty of attention since the season ended being invited to the Elite Camps at Kentuky, Florida, and Arkansas. Ashley Hatfield also needs to step up and play a much bigger role. Hopefully Taylor Newsome can come back from season ending knee surgery the way he was playing when he went out. Logan Bryant needs to make himself a threat from outside to go along with his outstanding defense. The development of 6'6" center Curby Tackett may have alot to do with Valley's success against teams outside the mountains. Shelby Valley has had tremendous success over the past 6 or 7 seasons in the mountains but has yet to have success in the state or all A tournaments. The next two seasons should be their best chance at winning on the state level...

How does one get invited to this camp?

After talking to one of Elisha's family members, it is my understanding that a media person had contacted Donovan about Elisha. Donovan said that if the person thought Elisha was SEC calibur to send a tape of him, but that they were decreasing the number of invites so it would be tough to get an invite... After seeing the tapes an invitation was sent to Elisha...

How big is he. Any stats on him.

He is somewhere around 5'10" or 5'11" and is super quick. He shot, I think, around 42% from 3 this past season. I'm guessing he average about 14 or 15 points per game last year. His ballhandling ability is as good as there is in the state. Elisha dominates games on the defensive end with his quick hands and defensive pressure.

Elisha is a very talented player, and he has the work ethic too. Getting recognition at this point should increase his options for college...

The person being mentioned as next possible coach is Ervin Stepp...

Did his brother play anywhere in high school?

Yes, he played at Jenkins. Also, he was on the team briefly at Morehead and Alice Lloyd. His brother is much further along at this age than he was...

Shelby Valley has a player in their feeder system at Dorton that is likely to be a 7 footer. He is in the 6th grade and is about 6'6". He has a brother that is 6'11".

In the mountains we have Garrison Collins and Devan Adams, both of whom have been listed at 6'9" or 6'10"...

Shelby Valley played in a tournament in New York this past season and a shot clock was used...

Looking at the honorable mention list, I see no Josh Crawford (I know he missed part of the season) and no one from Shelby Valley. Interesting ...

IMO, Elisha Justice (PG) from Shelby Valley is only slightly below Landon Slone... However, he will get his recognition over the next two years...

The North squad won this one. Elisha Justice stood out imo.

Elisha has yet to get the attention that is sure to come. His game has improved significantly over the past year, and he has a tremendous work ethic. He very possibly could be the best player in the mountains the next two seasons...

I'm glad for this guy but do you guys really think he will play???

No, and I'm not sure he expects to play there either. It seems he may be using is as more of a springboard into coaching in the future... If he understands and accepts his limitations I don't know why it's so hard for everyone else to...

It's very possible that the two best teams of the day will be the two sophomore and under teams. Both those teams are absolutely stacked...

I'm hearing that East Tennessee State is where Landon will end up... I just don't think he has the athleticism or size to be a major contributor...