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Harlan 35 Somerset 28

Harlan 62 Pineville 20 final

:thumb: Hope you are right! When Breathitt came to Harlan, I was impressed by the "class" that both players and coaches displayed. My prediction was my head, not my wishes. Go Bobcats!

Very similar teams in different stages of development. Look for the Jacket's experience to overcome the Bobcat's youthful talent. The Middlesboro seniors are firing on all cylinders. Middlesboro 36 Breathitt 18

I'd like to say otherwise but Jumpers 52 Lynn Camp 28 Come on Campers, prove us all wrong and muddy up this district race!

should be a barn burner. If Williamsburg is clicking, could be a long night for Cumberland. Depends on which Cumberland team shows up. Williamsburg 36 Cumberland 32

Harlan 42 Pineville 12

Have to agree with this. We have to be thinking this year. Most years Bell would certainly deserve a higher ranking. This year, however, is the Jacket's year so far, so until they get knocked off, they are where they should be.

Dragon D had something to do with that.:thumb:

Well I tried to resist but couldn't. Do you realize how many pass interference penalties were NOT called tonight on the Jackets? Well, plenty, but now don't get riled, I'm not saying it made the diff, cause it didn't. Harlan had opportunity and failed to put points up. For every time the Harlan recievers were interfered with, there was another just overthrown pass or dropped ball, so load up, point at foot and shoot. The defense played well for the most part. Actually in first half, defense only allowed one TD.Jackets are so well balanced, the D is very good, and so many weapons. After playing Breathitt and Middlesboro, I'd give the Jackets the nod.

Big deal, how often y'all beat the big BELL COUNTY? My big point is guys like you, instead of posting intelligent comments, like to take a good year by your team and ram it down other's throats. My son is a Dragon, some of his friends play for Middlesboro. Gaurentee they are all better sports than you. Its a disgrace to this forum. Must be some unmet need or something. Jeez Louise:creepy: :laugh:

Harlan was penalized for the most yards

Wrong again! Living in someone's shadow means that you sit and worry about that person, or in this case "team" all the time. What you may well say is that Middlesboro owns the series, much like you could say that Middlesboro lives in the shadow of Bell County, right?? :ylsuper: Well I can tell you that the Middlesboro game never comes up until the week of. What is discussed are the class A teams Harlan has to beat to get to the playoffs. If you want Harlan to "cringe" in Middlesboro's shadow, you'll be waiting until a certain place is ice covered and the teams are playing hockey at Wasioto Winds instead of football. I gaurentee you that Harlan is "not" spending their waking moments trembling..................:mad:

Good post, except for "living in Middlesboro's shadow". Middlesboro is a non-district game. They were lucky to come out of Harlan with a win last year. I think there is respect, but not fear. The Dragons are one of the most consistent small Class A teams in the mountains, largely due to Coach Donahue's ability to get the most from his players, as well as Coach Perry's knack for defensive schemes. If Harlan has a "shadow" to fight, its probably Pikeville. This game will be a positive for Harlan win or lose, as long as no one gets hurt. And like you, I believe Harlan has a chance for an upset with a break or two.

:thumb: Better kicking would definitely help. With the speed available, I'd say coverage would be good if kicking was better. I'm sure kickers are doing their best. Its tough on small Class A schools to have consistent kicking.

Playing at home, I'll take the Campers 21-14

At Williamsburg? Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm Jackets by 20

According to "eye" witnesses, Pope bobbled the ball in the air ( as you can see on TV), however when he came down, he was on his back, and he controlled the ball on top of his body on the ground. OK, I'm not a rules expert, is this a catch?

You are right, in a shootout, Mboro wins big. However, Harlans defense is allowing 9 points a game, 6 if you take away scores off turnovers. They are for real. Should be a fun game. Both teams should play loose, no district implications. Breathitt County beat Harlan 19-7. One score was an intercepted pass into the endzone. One was another interception that set up a TD deep into Dragon territory. They only had one score that qualified as a "Drive". If both teams hold onto the ball, will be a close one, and as I've said, a break or two either way could decide it.

Waggle, do you really think Mboro that much better than Breathitt Co? I think the thing that some are missing about this Dragon team is that they play with a big heart, and thats not picking with just emotions. This team just doesn't quit or get down and out on themselves. And the defense has been so good at adapting. I also,like another poster, think back to these same teams last year, now one year better, with the Jackets coming away with a 6 point win. I think Harlan has improved as much as the Jackets and will squeek it out. Anyone know when Mboro and Breathitt play

You are right, you can't stop great players, but then sometimes you don't have to "stop" them to win. Middlesboro is definitely the fave on Friday. Look for it to be closer than most think.

Could go down to the wire if Cumberland plays with intensity. Where is the game being played? I'll take the home team in this one.

:thumb: Frazier and Hamblin are great players, but Aaron Root is the real deal. He is everywhere!

I believe Mboro won by 6 at Harlan last year. The Jackets as well as the Dragons are better. Harlan has to be the underdog, however if it stays close, a break could make it go either way. I'm such a homer, Harlan 26 Mboro 24

My bad! Thanks!