[Gargamels]

Ashland-20
Raceland-16

This is a fair prediction. Assland is more then capable of winning this game

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If Raceland is who we think they should be... and Ashland is who we think they should be... then Raceland should be able to come away with a win in a competitive game.

Idk ….lots of pressure being put on young boys that hasn’t even scored their first touchdown of the season. A loss to Assland won’t make me think the Raceland won’t or can’t compete for a state championship. I’ll make my decision if they are capable after week 4

What pressure? It's the same buildup RAM fans always push on the kids like they're rock stars. Should be used to it because it happens every year. Although I'll give RAMDAD50 credit for being the pessimist to counter that every year lol.

I’m at a point to where I’m just going to watch the games and enjoy them for what they are.  If we win 12+ games and win a state title awesome and if we only make it to the 2nd or 3rd round that’s great too.  These crazy preseason expectations have only led to disappointment and bitter memories over the years.

Think back to the 2017 team that made it to State.  No one had high expectations for that team and they just went out and did their job and had an exceptional season.  Taking this approach keeps everyone loose and takes away and keeps the game fun.

Expectations are real when we return EVERYONE off of a State Semifinal run & add an All State defender from across the river.  As for Ashland they have to keep Ironton out of their backyard lost to much to the Tigers All-Stars.  Rams 28 - Tomkittens 7