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...and exactly how many more games in muddy conditions has Russell played on grass as opposed to Belfry?

Belfry is just one year removed from playing on one of the most nottorious nasty fields in the state... these boys won't be hampered by a little snow/rain/mud. In fact,,, from what I gather the team who will struggle the most by bad field conditions will be the Devils. The Devils rely alot more on their passing game than Belfry and also their running game is heavy in relying on misdirection. In order to sell the misdirection the backs have to be able to cutback accurately.

On top of everything else, turf is better because come State Finals weekend Belfry will be accustomed to the carpet (FieldTurf in particular) wheras most teams still have to adjust.