[PHSForever]

The Pikeville-Allen Central game started off with a bang. Pikeville had them down and against the ropes in the first set, only to lose 25-23. I think it affected Pikeville girls when they realized that they let that one get away, and instead of putting pressure on Allen Central for the 2nd set, the pressure was on them. After the big run to start the second set by Allen Central, Pikeville just never recovered. Still proud of the girls for the way they played in the first set, it is part of being a young team to learn from experiences like that. It seems like they've already put it behind them, and I know they will use it as a learning experience to get better as the season goes along. They still have a great record of 12-2 on the season, and are heading to Lexington today for the Lafayette Invitational.

Congrats to Allen Central, the depth and experience of their program over the years showed up at a crucial time against Pikeville. I know the Pikeville coaches have a goal to someday get the program to the same level as that one, and it all starts with learning from stuff like this game, putting it behind you and going out to get the next one. Season is far from over.