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On 3/19/2024 at 5:47 PM, theguru said:

Probably the majority of the regions. 

One option would be to allow the regional winner and runner-up to attend the tournament.  That would increase the field to 32 teams with a draw format.  No way that anyone should want to have the format set up like the current football playoffs.  There are too many classes in football and should only be the top teams in their districts with the possibility of a wild card for a few teams. 

Congratulations Bellevue girls basketball. I wouldn't call this an upset. I believed that Bellevue came to play and was prepared to show that their program has worked hard and earn the "W".  NewCath girls are a good team overall so congrats to them on a good season. 

I consider this game to be a toss-up.  Lloyd's defense last week was all over the offense line of NewCath.  NewCath will need to have a solid week of preparing their O-line to be more aggressive up front.   Overall should be a good game and come down to the final few minutes of the fourth quarter.  

On 8/3/2023 at 9:01 PM, 1959 said:

Thanks to those who reached out.  I think we have the full slate of Blue Colonels, and more Holmes, Holy Cross, Lloyd, NCC, Newport and Scott.

 

Late 70's and early 80's Newport had a red Cats logo the black Cats logo was mid 80's. 

10 hours ago, Colonels_Wear_Blue said:

Hazard is another team moving away from the matte color look (I've never really cared for matte helmets, on the whole). They're switching from matte black and a gold 'H' on both sides, to gold lids with a navy 'H' on one side and navy script "Hazard" on the opposite side.

I like that look of two different logos. Newport mid 80's had NHS on one side and Cats on the other. Nice balance look. 

Just for fun. Any schools with a new look or staying with traditional look?

21 minutes ago, 9068 said:

If any change was to occur I think it would hinge on a move to classification. I see no need to change it. If anything I would vote to not have district runner-up go to regional. Four team regional.

Agree 100% - this is an area within the football playoffs that needs to be addressed.  But as far as basketball; I like the Sweet 16.  I was merely curious as to others thoughts about it and overall it looks like we all agree.  

3 minutes ago, melman7080 said:

Everyone can't get a Trophy! Why mess with something that is great to please a few! Just my opinion.

Yeah I understand that and agree 100%.  Was just thinking how the Region is setup and the possibility of a runner up reaching the top.   But overall I agree I like it how it is now.  

Just a thought.  Kentucky has had the Sweet 16 for ever it seems.  So my question is, what if the runner up in the region was able to attend it. Like I stated just a thought. But curious as to other opinions.  

Why not develop a wild card system. Use the RPI to establish wild card teams.  

12 hours ago, bjaynes said:

If true, it is not surprising. 

Very sad to hear about the lack of discipline for Newport football.  This is a major area of concern for them as a school district that needs to address.  Football is suppose to help teach us the values we need to survive in life.  

4 minutes ago, Voice of Reason said:

New Cath's first round score versus Bellevue says it is certainly possible for Dayton to pull the big upset.

I'm thinking that NewCath was playing their JV in the second half against Bellevue. But as they say, Any given Sunday!  Well this case Friday. Lol

Not to discredit Dayton, NewCath is more discipline.  Dayton will need to be discipline, not allow themselves to fall apart if NewCath jumps out to a quick lead. NewCath will need to play their normal style of play and not let up if they jump out to a quick lead.  Basically leave no doors open for the other for opportunities. 

And this in my opinion is the issue with the current playoff system. But that is a thread to explore after the season. 

Really surprised with this score. I thought Holmes would have played better. 

There is no doubt that Newport has talented students within the walls of their school.  But as a coach you have to develop discipline up front in your players and staff.  Once you establish the discipline you can put together a good program.  You also develop team leaders and staff that are going to help enforce the discipline and help with getting others to accept the program you are trying to build.  

In the short, Newport had no chance of beating Beechwood.  Why?  Beechwood was more discipline, prepared, and more weapons.  But what could Newport have done to improve themselves - they could have worked on discipline, possibly move people around to see if others were capable of playing those positions and becoming a team leader.  

I understand that numbers are a big plus for any team but when you have discipline issues, others do not want to be a part of your team.  Kids want structure; they may not ask for it directly but they appreciate you more when you are providing structure, discipline and making them better.  Those are things you remember after you have finished your playing days.  

Hergott will be tough for Newport to contain.  I look for BW to be playing their JV for the second half.  

Good job Holmes. 

18 minutes ago, theguru said:

An official @KillerCats09 sighting!

I am officially back  Been a long time.  But glad to be back and be a part of a great social sports network!

I believe Holmes can win this if, if, they come with the right mindset and a strong running game.  

Well? Sounds to me they (Newport) are playing like it's the last game of the season

Newport must be playing hard tonight

True, maybe everyone is eligible to play. A strong team when they are together. Discipline is the key to success in my opinion. You have to be able to maintain yourself as a person, be strong and mature.

Any thoughts on this one?

I'm going with Newport in a close one, by 4. Newport should be up to full strength tonight.

Mullins is a discipline issue. This kid has talent but no discipline. Left Holmes because of discipline. Some how manages to transfer to the open arms of Newport. He gets into more discipline issues with Newport at a game in Ashland. Gets removed by Snapp from the team. Newport then brings him back to the team. Big mistake! To top all of that, you have Covington and Hollis getting discipline in school about a week ago. Newport has Snapp and Davis, that are great young men trying to hold the team together. But when you have more than one discipline problem on the team, good young men like Snapp and Davis can only produce so much.