[#1 Blackcat Fan]

As in most games turnovers will be the key factor in this match up. Betsy Layne had 4 second half turnovers against Leslie County. 2 where INT's in the end zone which kept Leslie in the driver seat.

Shelby Valleys wing T offense is troublesome enough for the offense to not commit unforced turnovers, and with a backup QB who hasn't gotten the reps in practice all year could be even more troublesome.

Betsy Layne has the athletes to keep this one close if they don't fall apart like the Leslie County game. The D-line must get penetration over the center to disrupt Valleys offense and be in position to pounce on any mishaps on the handoff. If they can force or even take advantage of some unforced turnovers to limit Valleys time of possession they stand a fighting chance.

Offensively for BL, I think they need to get #5 more involved, at least 20 carries, to keep the Valley offense off the field. Valley can eat up 2/3's of a quarter on a single possession while punishing you in the process.

In the end however I think Valley wins the battle of the trenches. The Bobcats keep it close for a while at home, but the Valley running game takes a toll and pounds them into submission.

Shelby Valley 32
Betsy Layne 22