[Chubby Smith]

What does Breathitt’s coaching staff do? Who do they prepare ? Why do they struggle so bad with judging kids’s skills ? Are there too many dads involved ? We’re talking about a program that used to be a powerhouse. 

Is it safe to say that the Basketball , Baseball and maybe even Softball program has outshined the the football program the last several seasons ? Could you imagine the success Breathitt would have had with Shannon Hoskins & John Meehan coaching at Breathitt the last 10 years ? Or how much better would have the football team done if they had all their athletes playing ? Not blaming the coaches on this one but they have to find a way to get all their kids out.

Breathitt County seems to always produce athletes but if we’re being honest.. they very seldom ,  if ever , hire good coaches.

That’s my 2 cents for today.

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The problem with a freshman Qb is most look great in middle school but when they move to high school ball a lot of kids have trouble throwing it. It usually takes a year or so to get used to it and the speed of the game is different. That being said I would probably go with the freshman and just throw him into the fire it may not show results this year but would show good results in the long run.

I agree with speed game on freshman it going look a lot faster.   I don’t think has no trouble throwing bigger ball though. I seen video of him throwing he can spin it. Deep ball over 50 yards can throw 15-20 yard outs on rope. I’m sure be learning curve new offense.

I’ve seen the videos and no doubt about it the Hollon kid is talented. I question his physicality and size for playing the QB position. Not saying he won’t ever get there but I think he’s at least 2 years away from being a varsity QB. I think a lot of fans / parents and some coaches get it wrong trying to rush a kid into a position. Sure we all want to play as freshmen but in most cases they’re just not physically ready at that age and there’s nothing wrong with that.

As freshman maybe right he will have learn curve for sure. He is undersize but he is freshman and he grow his cousin said he was almost 5’10 what measured him at. but his physicality I don’t question because he pretty tough kid . All them
hollans are tough though. I played with his uncle who tough nails. But  I don’t think Hollan starts right away but I think have hard time keeping off field. I bet go with older Crisp to start the season . But I’m not coach so who knows.

I’m not sure why say not hired good coaches. Breathitt has had 3 coaches in their lifetime of football. I think Coach Moore take a lot criticism but he was dealt bad had to start. He has some season that they under achieved but what people don’t know when state come in they shut down all youth football for 5 years. Was no middle school football or grade school. If not for people in community start lumberjack youth program they be in dark days. Breathitt had a lot bad stuff happen in last few years and dealt with a lot. But I really think next 4 years going be great product on field. Even this year I think be a lot better than what people think.

Let me start this by saying I’m truly for every mountain team. I hope they all succeed and represent their school well. I don’t want to sound like a hater and I know I’m on the outside looking in so I’m sure I don’t know everything.

I believe every word you said about the Hollons. Do I believe the Hollon kid is skilled ? Sure do. Do I believe the Hollon kid is tough ? I guarantee he is. But does all the above mean he’s ready to be the starting QB this season ? I think the kid needs to keep working hard on his skill while focusing on getting stronger and heavier.

You say Coach Moore took over in bad times ? He probably did. Does that mean he gets eternity to fix the problem ? What years was the state at Breathitt ? Did the state coming in affect the other sports teams ? How long has the Lumberjack program been around ?

You sound knowledgeable about the Breathitt football team. How would you grade Coach Moore on these questions. Player skill development ? Player strength & physicality ? Putting players in their best position ? Play calling ? Team discipline ? Accountability ? Team respect ? Fairness ?

You may have the program pegged right. They may be overachieving up to date and they may dominate the next 4 years and beyond.I hope you’re right ! When I look at Breathitt I see a program that’s not living up to the hype. I see a coaching staff that keeps getting caught with their pants down on crucial positions. I see a program that’s losing players & I see a program that can’t attract their best athletes.

What does Breathitt having 3 head coaches in the history of the program have to do with anything ? Have you ever thought that may be the problem ? The administration needs to have goals for their sports programs and if those goals aren’t being met then they need to make changes till they do.