[bac2369]

Honestly, I know everyone has hazard and beechwood/mayfeild, in the title game, but this year, I do believe that the Harlan ind. Green dragons will replace the bulldogs of hazard this year. Last season the dragons were within a touchdown, leading some parts of the game against hazard before the game took an ugly turn with dirty play from hazard. Also, in the grid last Friday, Harlan played bell very very strong and were very aggresive on D, along with a very effective passing and hardnose rushing game. Last season the dragons only lost two starters both ways, and with some skilled freshmen and advancing juniors and seniors, this team is a force in 1A play, mark my words.
They will replace hazard for the next two years and set a high standard for the program. I'm from across the mountains in pikeville, but I've seen these kids for the past three years, I've seen them come together, I've seen them defeat a Sheldon Clark team in a scrimmage a couple weeks ago, I've seen them play bell hard, and I've seen their bodies fill out, this teams bodies and hearts have filled out to what they need to win a state title over the past three years. Harlan folk have waited on this team since they were in 8th grade, and added about 7 very talented county kids to the mix. Special year for the green dragons!
I say Harlan Vs. Mayfeild

Harlan could have a shot at beating Hazard this year. But i dont think they will. Harlan will get there measuring stick friday against Pikeville to see where they stand. Hazard killed Pikeville last season and Pikeville beat Harlan by 30. Pikeville should be much improved from last year and i know Harlan will be. I say Pikeville wins next week by atleast 3 to 7 points.