BlackJack54

I think the Cougars are just THAT BAD. Not much talent or depth there this year. I think it was you Cap who said they're on the downhill slide after 04. I concur. Nothing coming from the middle schools either and the coaching at one of them is a joke. Fox is outstanding and an excellent basketball teacher. The other guy..............well...........no comment. I imagine Central will be much quieter this year. Give their fans time to "reflect". LOL

You have got to be kidding me! Wife or cousin? Get real. I'm not even a DB fan but if a man does a good job as does Morgan, he needs to get credit due. I'll let some of the DB faithful speak about his record. I hardly think that Coach Vaughn from Central folded like a cheap tent in some of his latest appearances. Pshhhhhhhhhht.

Coach Witcher and Coach Whittmore are outstanding men and excellent role models as well as good Coaches. Coach Vaughn at Central is top notch but has less and less talent each year with which to work. Charlie Morgan at DB is phenomenal. I don't know that I would say the Coaching Staff is weak in the Big 9.

Jordan Cross at Sullivan East is just a Freshman so not widely known but after this year he will be. Great kid and great shooter. Keep your ears open for this kid.

I concur Snowman. This gym looks like it flew in here from Atlanta and plopped down in the middle of Kingsport. Outstanding facility, vocal but respectful fans, tasty concessions. This arena has it all. AND Sylvester to boot!

Perhaps you overlooked the first 2 sentences in my post where I stated that either DB or Science Hill have the BEST student sections. I think that addressed your QUESTION as you stated it. I still say the impact of fans is minimal in most arenas in this area. Now if you do consider Cosby, the fans there DO impact the game due to the size of the facility. I think you are off the mark on the Boone student section. In my attendance of their games, the student section is full and very vocal. As teams win more games the student sections seem to increase which is a normal curve I would think. Coach Witcher at TN high definitely has his student section behind him. Those are the best in my book. Classy is just icing on the cake.

Anybody got any finals on this tourney? I am proud of Boone and East. I think both teams are underrated and get little respect. I sure got jumped on another thread for even mentioning East. But you mark my words boys, these 2 teams are going to COMMAND respect by the end of the season! Write it down that BlackJack told you today.

Interesting post. In my opinion either DB or Science Hill has the best student sections. Students are actually cheering along with whatever action is taking place on the court at the time. Not promoting one player over the entire team or acting like a bunch of rednecks. Both schools are class acts. Another close one would be TN High. Students get involved but don't insult the visiting team or parents. Other good choices are Daniel Boone and Gate City.

Well, sir,perhaps you didn't understand my last post. I think they will be force to be reckoned with in the Big 9. Playing in the Arby's will give them the experience of playing against very, very outstanding teams. I think Coach Burns brings in top notch teams from outside which is a real treat. I'm just positive about the Pats this year. Obviously you disagree.

Can't believe someone called this list of young men "clowns." Canty is top notch! So is Young. Hmmmmmmm. Interesting.

That's a real plus for Boone. I watched this boy play in summer leagues and he is awesome! I think we'll be hearing that name called out a lot in the future. Boone is always a competitor. Thanks for the info.

Oh you are right I didn't make that post clear. sorry. They will be a force in the big 9 but definitely not at the Arbys.

Cap1, you seem to be very knowledgeable and a pretty mature poster. I'm new. Just wondering if you know who that point guard is at Boone might have played JV last year? He's not tall but can man-handle that ball. He's a player but I can't remember his name. If he's on Varisty, he's going to be tough to handle. Personally, I think East is the sleeper this year.

Snapp is the best and can't be beat. McConnel at DB Halverson at DB Lambert at Maryville Odem at Science Hill I think the Freshman at East , Jordan Cross, WILL compete this year. Lot of talent there and he'll catch on fast. Sharp kid and willing to work hard. Don't count him out.

I'm new on the boards here. Been reading a while but in my opinion, I think East is going to be a force to be reckoned with this year. This is a team on the move!