[laker20]

It's good to see the community getting behind the Panthers and their success. As a graduate of Knox Central I take a lot of pride in what this team has accomplished. In fact, I feel connected to this team because most of these young men's parents were my classmates. As a child growing up in Barbourville I couldn't wait for Friday nights. There weren't too many times that we had the kind of team that could challenge for the district, but the fans were always behind the program.....Mountain Football. These Panthers are giving the fans the kind of season they've been wanting since the early 70s.

On any other Friday I would be cheering for the Panthers, but my ties to the Lakers take precedence and this week I'm hoping for the Lakers to prevail. No matter which way this game goes, these are two teams that are providing their schools and fans with the best season in their histories, and these players should take a lot of pride in what they've done. As much as I've looked forward to this game, I can't wait to see what these two teams can do in the playoffs. Good luck to everyone tomorrow, and lets play again in a few weeks.

Go Lakers!!!!!!!