I would like to see Clinton play AC, Gibbs, Halls, Farragut, Central, and HVA as some possible non-region games.
And yes I would like to see all three schools play each other to have a true county championship type trophy.
Rhea County's jv team was undefeated in 2021-22 and their Varsity team finished 2-9 this season, so I don't always put a lot of stock in up and coming middle school teams or jv teams although I understand what you're trying to say.
We already saw what Powell looked like at the beginning of the season without Potts. Just imagine what they'll look like without all those graduating seniors, unless they get some " key transfers " in this off season.
I don't know the whole story but i was told there was some arguing between coaches after a game or games and I guess the defensive coordinator was either fired or he quit on his own, I'm not sure which. Either way, we were without a defensive coordinator the week after the Campbell County loss in overtime on Thursday Rivalry.
The defensive coordinator Clinton had was gone after the Campbell County game and I would think we would be looking for a replacement now that our season is over.
Powell has looked very good on offense since Potts returned, but I don't feel like Powell has a good enough defense to win it all again this year. West just looks like a Lex Lugar team ( the total package).
I feel like this one will end up in the area of West 35 Powell 14
Who will Clinton hire as Defensive Coordinator for next season? This will be a very important hire in my opinion. The Clinton offense should be fine but to have a deep run into the playoffs, they need to make this a priority in my opinion of course.
Thoughts?
If Oak Ridge can score on special teams or defense, they can make this an interesting game. I think Powell wins this one somewhere in the neighborhood of 31-17