[Doc Holliday]

1. Johnson Central- will be hungry after failing to get to title game, and the regional will be held on their home court.

2. Belfry-Well coached, player of the year, and know how to win. Until someone beats them when it matters, they will remain my Pick.

3. Pike Co Central-will have to replace Ratliff, but Lowe will dominate the net against most.

4. Allen Central-Maynard will have them chomping the bit, should be even better than last year. Some feel Hodge is the best player in area.

5. South Floyd- Must stay healthy, could be their best team.

6. Betsy Layne-If they can keep numbers up, may pull off a huge upset in the district.

7 .Pikeville- Very athletic team, must get over the loss to SV.

8. East Ridge- Athletic and Quick leapers, looking to improve.

9. Paintsville- very young but really improved as year went along.

10. Magoffin- Big team could make big noise if they get tournament experience.

Shelby Valley- Last years sleeper, they return all starters are a very athletic team, could be the sleeper again if they build on the upset of Pikeville.




Its a real toss up between Johnson Central and Belfry as to who will strart the season off number one.

I totally agree with Tin Cup that the top five teams all have a shot, dedication, hard work and staying injury free will decide who claims the championship.