[OffTheHook]

See this past season's Prestonsburg team for what happens when a team plays without emotion, enthusiasm, and intensity. It appears this has been Paintsville's football downfall for some time now. (Nothing personal against Kinner...).

I don't know BMR personally, but have seen that he does have the knack for getting the most out of his players. Was there enought talent on last year's team to win more games than they did? I suspect yes.

The question then becomes, how much of a difference will it make if the coach can motivate the players to play consistently at a high level? If BMR can motivate the players PHS currently has (and I have no reason to think he can't...especially if he brings Chirico on board), yes, I think Paintsville will shock people next year. This is Class A football we are talking about. Realistically, a good Class A team only needs 2-3 really excellent players, surrounded by a group of highly motivated, enthusiastic, aggressive teammates. Based on what I know of the caliber of athletes Paintsville has and the type of coach BMR is, I think it will be a BIG turnaround next year. I think he will get more quality kids playing, get more out of them, and win more games immediately. I think Allen Central has beaten Paintsville for the last time...

Keep in mind I'm a Prestonsburg Blackcat. I have no vested interest in the Paintsville program other than that I want to see ALL EKY teams do well. When ALL the EKY programs are strong, it benefits us ALL.

Good luck next year. Lots of people OUTSIDE of Paintsville are rooting for you guys. Still hate losing Chirico though...:biggrin:

Excellent post! And Thanks for the words or encouragement! :Thumbs: