[16thregioner]

In the northeastern part of the state, Russell benefits the most from the proposed realignment. Ashland and Greenup go back to a loaded 4A and likely back to Johnson Central as a district opponent. Raceland stays put but loses Betsy Layne as a district opponent and might pick up Pikeville. Russell is the only school that would win in this scenario as their district becomes significantly easier.

This is why I posted on another thread about how football has too many classes. The difficulty to make it deep into the state tournament depends far too much on who you get aligned with in your district. Just like back in 2005, it was Russell who had it easy. Ashland finally escaped Johnson Central and got their title in 2020. Raceland has had it easy as of late. Reduce the classes and make it hard on everyone. Don’t leave things to the luck of redistricting.