[Panther Thunder]

Congratulations to the Panthers on back to back 59th District championships! And to Coach Williams on his 3rd in seven years.

Tackett was HUGE early along with Hamilton and Anderson when Rowe are Branham were quiet. Then once Branham got going, it was full steam ahead. Credit East Ridge for staying within striking distance. Pikeville had two opportunities to blow it wide open and the Warriors held tough.

Hamilton played Miller exceptionally and really limited his looks. Kasongo had a really good game, IMO, they should have gone to him a lot more. He was drawing fouls and finishing.

Someone is going to get a tough draw when they get ER. Not too many teams with a lightening quick guard, good shooter, and 6'8, athletic big guy.

As for the Panthers, it is very possible, just have to have everything go correctly. PHS is playing some good basketball right now. Maybe not as good as a run earlier in the year, but they are MUCH more complete now than then.

Great night to be a Panther! HAIL PIKEVILLE!