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Saratoga 86 it was a great day of football. Probably the worst conditions I have ever seen, but a great day of football. I was very proud of the Thunder team. They only had 11 kids show up, but played their hearts out anyway. If they would have had a few more kids I,m sure the outcome would have been different. They made it to the final game and only lost 8-0 in the last quarter - they were just gassed (11 players & playing in all that mud and cold). The kids that played in that game did us eastern ky people proud and showed what heart we play football with in the mountains. Also the coach JC Blanton should be recognized for his effort. They only had one semi-practice but still played their guts out for him and their community. The kids that played that day are something special and true football players. I would also like to say that the Montgomery County people who put this tournament on had a fantastic idea and did a good job.