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The Pirates will have an uphill battle against a powerful Fighting Irish team.. Knox Cath is currently ranked #3 in the state overall, ranking only behind Oakland and Brentwood Academy and they rank #100 nationally according to Maxpreps.. They're 4-1 on the year, but, their only was listed as 1-0 loss by forfeit against Morristown West. Not sure what the situation there was. However, in the 4 games actually played on the field, this team is averaging 55 points per game, while giving up 17, against good, not great competition. They list 56 on the roster, but, there aren't any freshmen listed, so, this is top 3 grades only. Belfry can win this game, but, they'll need to play flawless and be able to control the clock and keep that powerful offense of theirs off the field as much as possible. If the Pirates can pull this one off, I think it would answer a lot of questions about how they could stack up against the other state powers in the state. Anytime you're playing an opponent ranked higher than Maryville, MBA, Ensworth, Independence, Centennial, etc., you've beaten a great football team.. Good luck, Pirates. Represent the state and make us proud.

Knox cath had to forfeit the 63-30 win against Morristown West for playing an ineligible freshman.. Paperwork or something wasn't done in the office so the coach self reported and forfeited.