[#1 Blackcat Fan]

I know you have to play the schedule you have, and Bourbon has done nothing but run through the competition they have faced. Bourbon looks really good on paper, but they also did last year. I thought last years game would be a barn burner, but was disappointed. I do think this years Bourbon team is a tad bit better than last years. They seem to have more balance and playmakers. I also think this years score will be a lot different than last years.

Belfry without a doubt has played the tougher schedule IMO. Belfry has also started 4-5 freshman throughout the year. They (the freshman) have had 13 games to grow mentally on the field. Belfry has faced a lot of adversity throughout the year in the competition they have faced along with several injuries with key players at key positions. They have dug themselves deep holes early in some games and managed to pick themselves up and dig their way out (with the exception of JC).

Bottom line both teams have handled the competition put in front of them to advance this far into the playoffs. Both deserve to be here. I simply think Belfry has proven more to this point than Bourbon. I think Bourbon will give them a better game this year than last, but the National Coach of the Year is on one sideline and District Coach of the Year on the other. That my friends will be the difference in this game. Haywood and staff will make the necessary adjustments to prevail in this one.


Belfry 34
Bourbon 28

Good luck Pond Creek Nation and safe travels. I would follow you this week, but will not get off work till 7. I will be listening and pulling for you on the radio.