[Orange Blaze]

I think there are different levels to how a team should schedule. I see the logic behind playing a tough schedule but it needs to be realistic too and a team shouldn’t punch too far out of their weight class as this benefits no one. RPI also changes the way teams think about scheduling too. I think this is a pretty good way to approach scheduling assuming there are 4 locked in district games:

For a team that is wanting to compete for a state championship play 3 teams that are equal and would be a toss up, 2 teams that are slightly better than you but you could still beat, and one team that would be considered an upset if you beat them.

For a middle of the pack team, 3 teams that are equal, 2 teams that are slightly better, and one team that you are a heavy favorite against to build confidence.

For a bottom of the pack team, 3 teams that are equal and 3 teams that are slightly better but you can beat.