Do you really want to split hairs? I know we are almost as far west as you can go before you run out of Tn but both teams are considered west. Come on man. If you consider recent history over the last 6-7 years it's not a bad thing being in the west bracket when a team gets to Cookeville. Just saying. If you prefer to consider yourself east or mid-state, then by all means go ahead.I suppose it could give you a psycopsychological motivation and make you feel like you are fighting off a big ole monster. I think you need that type of inspiration for some reason. However, it won't change the fact that both teams are from the west. I hope I have been able to be of some assistance.