[Gus McCrae]

^^^I meant UPike's numbers. And again with all the backs they have if the Wright kid is healthy Pikeville will roll...

I can think of five, possibly six GOOD running backs with experience that could be 1,000 to 1,200 yard rushers or better this season. Imo, Pikeville's run game really should be something to see as the season progresses. Carson Wright healing and getting back to full strength will simply be just another weapon in the RB arsenal, but from what i understand that may be later in the season. Now, staying with offense, Isaac McNamee can throw a missal right on target as he has done since staring at that position. Some great targets with the experience at his disposal too with Zack Lockhart, Shane Hensley, and others. He has the potential to break one for shorter yardage at anytime, and that's considering his size (6'4'' 215 lbs) Should be an exciting year for the Panthers. Can't wait !

Looks like from  what i'm seeing and hearing, this is going to be a solid team at every position. Run game, pass game, special teams, it's going to be there. It's just up to these young men to get out there and get it. I've not seen a big stout line like this one at PHS since back in the 80's. They're huge ,but not slow. Look for this O line to hit, stick, and drive like they're supposed to.
 The O and D line remains intact from last season, so that tells us a lot in itself. A lot of self motivation from this team to go the extra mile in practice is what i'm seeing. Watching practice can tell you a lot about any team in any sport, and i'm seeing some promising things from these boys. Kroger Field will be very much within reach, but again, it's up to these young men to play together as a team and bring it home to the mountains once again.