[WILDCAT NATION]

The Wildcats have lost some significant seniors in 2011. But this senior class in the upcoming season is by far the best one since their last winning season in 2009 when they made the second round of the playoffs, coming up short in Corbin. This senior class consists of the lefty QB Kissick who is on several Div. 1 recruiting lists. The Cats are getting stronger and more experienced. They play a tough district with Estill, Garrad, Powell, Bourbon and Western Hills. The Cats can take the district, but not without some tough road wins.

You and I usually agree and we are pretty close here. Best mix of talent since the 2008 team - yes. Stronger - yes, may be strongest team top to bottom ever. Tough district - yes. All 5 district games will be close, hard fought games win or lose. No blowouts in this district this year.

Here is the key to the whole thing....chemistry. The chemistry among the players the last couple of years has been bad. I will not hide it or downplay it. Alot of them simply did not like each other. I can tell you that has changed; on the field, on the sidelines, in the weight room, on the street, everywhere. Time will tell about this season but IF the change that I have seen holds then it will be the best season in years.

My first call....7-3 regular season. #2 or #3 seed in the playoffs. Anybody's game from there to Thanksgiving.