[washed up]

FWIW Highlands enrollment size would classify them as 3A. Just saying. Nevertheless, all bias' aside, this will be a statement game for the winner. If Belfry wins, they prove to the state that they are a contender for the 3A title. If Ashland can leave Friday night with a convincing win, they will prove that the road to the 4A crown just got a little more crowded. I hope this game is played with the same respect and atmosphere as the GW/Ashland game. One of the best high school games I have ever seen in regards to quality of play, physicality of the game, and respect from both teams toward the opponent.