[Blackcat 4 Life]

Once again, I don't understand where all of this state title talk is coming from. I don't know of any one in Prestonsburg who believes the Blackcats are a title contender. We are just enthused to be playing for a regional championship Friday night. It's been a "hell of a ride" this year, and everyone is buying back into the program and Coach Hager. This town is a football town, and most people have realistic expectations of this team. Like a lot of people have said, this is a team who most thought, including myself, that would only win two or three games this year! The excitement is back and that is something that has been missing over the past decade.

I think everyone knows it will be an uphill battle Friday when the Briar jumpers come to town. Somerset is a very good football team, and to be honest, I will be thrilled if we can keep it within four scores. We have some injuries on the line that will really hurt us this game, and we aren't as deep and talented as Somerset. Regardless of the outcome, these boys have put Prestonsburg back on the map and have laid the foundation to future success. I really do believe we are turning the corner, and with only losing two starters, next season could be special. It's a good time to be a Blackcat!