[RunItUpTheGut]

My, opinion, for whatever that's worth, is that Clay, Whitley, Harlan Co, and Harlan are clearly the Top 4 teams in the 13th Region. The difference this year compared to previous years is that Clay Co. is not by themselves atop the 13th Region. Although I still feel they are the best team, it's not them and then everyone else like it has been in previous years. Whitley played them tough at Whitley and now, tonight, Harlan Co. played them within four at Clay.

I disagree with the fact that Harlan only has Mullins. Harlan has a very good team with a great coach in Akal and I fully expect them to be a factor in the 13th Region Tournament.

My hope is that Clay, Harlan, Whitley, and Harlan Co. all meet in the semifinals of the 13th Region Tournament as they should because, if so, we're all in for a treat.

I feel that Clay, Whitley Co., Harlan Co., and Harlan are all pretty evenly matched and I really look forward to seeing how this thing plays out. In years past, everyone was playing for 2nd but this year, these four teams all have a legitimate shot on a given night.

Throw out the rankings now, because this Region could be really fun at the end of the year as these teams improve, season, and tighten up some loose ends.

As for me, I'm looking forward to it!

I can agree with this.
You made the point i was trying to make in not so many words.
Clay is not head and shoulders above the rest of the region like they have been in years past.
IMHO, Whitley and Harlan COUNTY, will challenge them come region tourney time.
I honestly think Harlan IND and Corbin are the next two in line but as for now, i will agree with you.

After the last week id rank them...

1. Clay
2. Whitley
3. Harlan County
4. Harlan
5. Corbin