[kywldcat01]

I just think Ryle is to big for BOONE. As you stated in another thread Boone lost Spaulding, McFarland, and Brown. Those three was the heart and soul of that team. Gabbard is a great pg, but with McFarland's leadership and play making ability gone, I think they will struggle to score against good half court defense. They seem to lack an outside game. I see Ryle playing an packed in defense and I see it giving Boone fits. I could be wrong but I got a feeling about Ryle this year. It seems every year Ryle has the height and hype. But this the year I see Ryle making some noise.

The talent is definetly there for Ryle, but they've seemed to underachieve every year they receive a lot of hype. I personally think this could be their year to get over the hump, but only time will tell.

One thing's for sure...the 9th will be very competitive this coming season. Holmes should be the best team in the state with Highlands being top 15 and both Boone and Ryle possibly cracking the top 25. Conner, Newcath, Dixie, and Newport will also be very competitive. Teams will have to bring their "A" game every night.