[BB CLAW]

The Black Bears will be fine. I am anxious to see how many, that mostly stood on the sidelines, have realized the need to improve their work ethic in order to get out on the field. There is much potential that stood on the sidelines, those without full commitment and work ethic in heart. Many could have contributed and prevented some from having to play on both sides of the ball. There is a great amount of potential coming out of the 8th grade and some of those with the right work ethic may see some playing time,"IF" again they are committed and work at it. Big talent coming from the 8th grade class, lots of skill, size, and speed. The future looks bright for the Bears. As for the QB position, the way I see it, Brewer and Maggard will be neck and neck. The 8th grader at Cumberland could provide some future talent in this position as well, he has a strong accurate arm. You never know?? I see a better passing game in the future coming up the ranks, beginning next year and better every year. These young QBs need to get to work. McMillan and Taylor will get stronger and will carry their load. I think both were just getting a taste of it this year and will explode next year. I expect you could see the Lewis kid at FB busting some and Jordan Calton at the End too? The defense will be tough again and will be the key, of course, to their success. The young Scottie Bailey and Trevon Long from Cumberland have some skill and great hands and will be assets as well. There are some good sized strong young linemen coming from the 8th as well. If they get to work??? If DJ Brock and Mike Smith get committed they will fill some positions on the line. The defense was very tough this year, even the pass coverage got better. It won't do anything but get stronger. I expect the speed and strength , of course, to be the main theme in the offseason. Larkey and Staff have done a great job and they will provide a team next year that will win and provide some excitement. The Black Bears proved their potential in Class 5A this year. I expect the Bears to do a better job holding on to the ball(keep away) rather than fumbling (hot potato) next time they play Letcher. Can't wait to see my Black Bears play again. Black Bear Football, gotta love it!!!! GO BLACK BEARS!!!!!