[Bob Seger]

The game prep is almost over and the game is near. I see people constantly saying this Ashland team isn’t physical but I’m not sure where this is coming from. This is one of the most physical Ashland teams in the past several years and in my opinion the most physical team that has played in this series.

After watching a little film and gathering some intel on this year’s JC squad I’m questioning just how physical that they are. They seem to be no where near the team on the physicality level that they’ve been in the past. Now before you all jump me hear me out. Take a look the offensive backfield of Johnson Central. We all know that Jackson is a very physical back but the others seem a little soft and are constantly trying to bend the plays outside. Is Johnson Central becoming a more finesse team offensively?
On the defensive side of the ball I think that JC is tough up front but the linebackers and secondary people seem to shy away from contact. I noticed alot of arm tackles from those units which isn’t good with the types of backs that Ashland will run at them. This could mean a long night for JC.

I expect both sides will be packed to watch game one of two for both teams this year. This game has become the premier game in Northeast Kentucky and this first one won’t disappoint. I’m coming down a little early with some hopes for getting a good pregame meal. Does anyone have any suggestions for a good meal in Paintsville?

Leave it to one of you arrogant simpletons to come up with something like that...Johnson Central has beaten Ashland, and beaten them badly in 13 of the last 15 meetings..Many being blowouts by the 2nd quarter. Only in your simple little mind could this game be considered as "premier". This aint the 1920's junior, and ASH-land is no where near being considered to be relevant by anyone, that is, except by a couple of you clowns.