Coates

Sorry, but you're not getting off that easy. First, let's look at the Central/Austin-East game. The freethrows shot for each team was a difference of 5. Remember what I said about the fouls being close in most games? So why would anyone complain, if the officiating was consistent? Now that I've schooled you on a game which had no bearing on your team's game with Central, let's look at the official stats for the Marshall Co. / McMinn Central game: McMinn Central had 6 more field goals than Marshall Co. McMinn Central outrebounded Marshall Co. McMinn Central had 8 less turnovers than Marshall Co. (Central's defense was "no match" you say?) ----- but ----- Marshall Co had 26 tries at the charity stripe to McMinn Central's 3. Marshall County only won by 2 points. Maybe you think you're dealing with a novice in me, but you'd be badly mistaken to think that. I'm in my late 50's and have seen more games than you'll ever see. I've been a referee and have been a Supervisor of referees......stepping aside and retiring from it recently after 37 years. I can assure you that this game was officiated as poorly as any I've ever witnessed. I was embarrassed to see such an obvious "agenda" by the officials. Yes, Marshall County has the Gold Ball and the outcome of the game won't change. But I'd bet my last dime you've not heard the end of this. Perhaps your comment "keeping the eyes on the prize" has a true meaning for Marshall Co. and the officials? Just in case Marshall County makes it back to the State next year, just remember that McMinn Central team will be there waiting on you - with ALL of their players returning. I'm sure they'll not have forgotten how you won the game. And I know you won't get your same officials again.

I think the point your missing is that Marshall's girls didn't deserve a State Championship because of all the attributes you mentioned. Do you not think Central - as well as many other teams - have the same hard working players who are model citizens and excel in the classroom? And as admirable as that is, it has nothing at all to do with winning a game officiated as bad as their game was - at least with Central. Sure, there are always missed calls....both good and bad for each team. But at this level, officiating needs to be conistent on BOTH ends of the florr for BOTH teams. And as talented and well-coached as both teams are at this level, the number of fouls called are relatively close. Marshall shot 26 freethrows to Central's 3. Enough said!

Nobody is disputing that Marshall is very good and quite possibly the best team. But i would have preferred seeing them earn it rather than handed to them by one-sided officiating. Remember my background that I mentioned? Remember that I stated I wasn't a fan of McMin Central and therefore stated what I did without ANY bias? Trust me this game was probably one of the worst officiated games I've EVER seen. But it was all in favor of Marshall Co. on both ends of the court. Central, as well as Marshall, is a balanced offense and has the size and talent to go low, or in the paint. So if the officials are calling it tight, then why didn't Central get the calls when they were being hacked????

Thanks. I'll defer to your knowledge on this.

I'm not 100% sure, but I don't think a Principal can coach a sport.......perhaps not even as an assistant. Perhaps the TSSAA website states the regulations on this. A solid rumor has it that Meigs is interviewing someone from out of state who has been VERY successful at where he coaches. He expressed a desire to them should the position ever become available while vacationing at Watts Bar with his family last summer . He and his wife have vacationed there several times. They love the area and want to move there. By the way, within a couple of years, don't be surprised to see a large expansion at the high school, including a new gymnasium. The football field will get a makeover with new bleachers, lighting, concessions, etc. Big things are about to happen at Meigs.....count on it.

I agree with you Charger. As a former referee, and even a former supervisor of referees, McMinn Central got hosed when they played Marshall. And before anyone says I'm a Central fan, forget that absurd accusation. I was watching and supporting another team, but caught the Marshall/McMinn game. I couldn't believe the one-side calls against the Chargers. I hope your administation complains to the TSSAA and get a review of the game's officiating. The game's outcome won't change, but some officials may get banned or looked at for other things.