[More Cowbell]

As a supporter for Shelby Valley basketball, my heart goes out to you guys. I say this especially to their three seniors: Logan Bryant, Curby Tackett, and Devan Adams. I have watched you boys play throughout the years and become what you are today.

To Logan: You played your heart out every game and gave it all you had. I think everyone agrees with me on that. I wished that it didn’t have to end for you the way it did, but just know that you made everyone proud on what you have accomplished. Keep your head up bub, you have nothing to be ashamed of.

To Curby: You have shown me this past season just how much you loved the game of basketball. True, you didn’t start for us. But did that stop you from playing your hardest whenever you were in the game. NO! Whatever you do end up doing after this, just make sure you go at it with everything you can.

To Devan: Although I don’t know you well, I am glad you got to experience the Sweet 16. You have labored throughout the years to get to where you are today. I wished you had gotten more opportunities tonight to show the fans just how good of a ballplayer you can be. Again, I’m glad you got to play in Rupp Arena and want to thank you for the memories (and dunks).

As for the rest of the team, you played a season to remember. How many teams can brag about a 30-win season, an All A State Championship, and being ranked #1 going into the state tournament? As hurt as you guys may be at the moment, you have nothing to be ashamed of. You have made our community proud of your accomplishments. However, don’t be satisfied. I am offering Elisha, Tyler, Taylor, Ashley, Cody, and the rest of the team a challenge: Come back next year and do even better than this year. Sure, it will be tough with the loss of the seniors mentioned above. However, I know what you guys are capable of and that it depends on how much you all want to succeed. Work hard during the offseason and be ready to take care of business next season.

"If you're going to study, study hard. If you're going to work, work hard. If you're going to play, play hard. Surely good things will happen."

Great post. :Clap: