[HawksRule]

Who would've ever guessed on a rematch of the 2007 regional title game between Pikeville and Shelby Valley? Almost the same situation as well: the favored team had already beaten the underdog twice in the regular season and once in the district finals, then met once more for the big prize.

The big difference is that unlike in 2007 when Valley was the favorite, now they are the heavy underdog to the Panthers. In 2007, SV was able to beat Pikeville for the fourth straight time in a tremendous game to win the trip to Rupp. Will Pikeville make it 4 in a row this year too, or will Valley break through and win the one that matters the most?

I honestly don't know what to predict in this one. My head still says Pikeville has more offensive weapons and should be the clear favorite. But I never thought SV would beat Johnson Central or Pike Central either, yet they pulled it off somehow. This team just has the heart of a champion, and a great coaching staff to boot. Win or lose tomorrow, I am very proud of them for making this improbable run to the title game.

Good luck to both teams, but especially... GO VALLEY!!! :rockon:

Took the words right of my mouth. I have no clue how this one will end up.