[The_Messenger]

Kudos to Coach Bonner and the Tomcats. The keyboard warriors can say this and that but the bottom line is the best team on a given night wins. 7 regional titles in a row is impressive. There is no question in my mind that Ashland's tough schedule helped win this year's title. Others may argue but Ashland's willingness to schedule tough out of the region games help with their in-region games.

Some coaches chase easy wins and in turn are not really for the tournament while others schedule up with the intent of preparing for the tournament. In my opinion, the best two schedules in the 16th Region were played by Ashland and Boyd. Best of luck to Ashland in the Sweet Sixteen and I hope for a speedy recovery for Spurlock.