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Thanks Znews! I assume Catholic, West and Bearden are fighting for the last two spots?

Absent the obvious reasons, i think this is a HUGE win for West because of what it does in the district. Farragut will hang two losses on everybody else in the district, so this is like a "get out of jail free" card! does anybody know the current district standings?

21 is a lot in a phone booth. I dont that Farragut is considerably smaller than other fields in East TN.

Not that I have a dog in this fight...but a couple observations. First, I think Coach Lovett, who interacts with Coach Tate more than any of us, makes great points, and I think his post should be taken seriously. Second, As a poster on here, how would you define a successful year? I guess historically, its been to finish 2nd to Farrgut, and be competitive in the region. Last year was probably a bonus by going to the state. so if they finish 3rd or 4th this year, and are competitive, is that success? or is that failure? Like I said, I don't have a dog in this fight, but would be interested in everyone's perspective.

Is there a link to the complete schedule anywhere?

I tend to agree with Reb. I saw them early against Webb, and the defense was awful. But then against Catholic, they looked solid defensively. Before I would blame too much on the staff, I would think we should recognize that 16-18 year old boys are inconsistent. Lets enjoy it for what it is

This, if true, is very disappointing. Like them or not, Pharr had a classy program. If Buckner actually did say something to the fans, it would be surprising and disappointing. He seemed to run a class program at Bearden from the few times i went there. Does anybody have more details? I would especially like to hear from Farragut people who were at the game.

On Wednesday, Catholic beat Lenoir City 11 - 0 and Farragut beat Bearden 6 -2. Was interesting to see Bearden's game plan unfold. Basically, walk Delmonico and make the other bats beat you. Almost worked as I dont recall an extra base hit by Farragut, and several strikeouts with runners in scoring postion. Bearden doesnt play good defense, with a couple critical erros again last night. With better defense, that game is probably 4-2. Pfeifer struggled early, but settled in and looked great. Just my random thoughts

Williams at Farragut touches low 90's

oldschool, I doubt you've played a inning of baseball in your life, so you probably have no place to talk about people being bad or not. First off, Travis Scates can drop bombs. He's a heck of a hitter, he's already signed to Maryville College. Second, he has a cannon and a quick pop time behind the dish. If you think about running on this guy, you better think twice. He also plays third and could be in the lineup for Bearden there this year. He's an all around good player and this just shows how underestimated he is. I've watched him play for a long while and he definitely has the talent to be a standout player this year in the 4-AAA district. Is Scates hurt? I didnt see him in the lineup against Webb. Did he play against Catholic? In fact, I didnt see any seniors in Bearden's lineup in the Webb game.

Good post Solo! I agree that Traywick has done a wonderful job at SC. Its sometimes hard to follow them here Knox co. good luck this year

Saw the boxscore of the Catholic vs Bearden game in the KNS this morning and was surprised. Bearden 13, Catholic 3. Is Catholic overrated? Is Bearden underrated? I was also surprised Anders didn't throw for Catholic. Is he still hurt?

colorado?? thats a long way from Roane State

was a pretty good game on a cold night. Both teams showed early season jitters with a few errors. was surprised pitching didnt dominate more. Both starters struggled. Usually pitchers are ahead of hitters early in season, and would have thought so even more given how cold it was.

SC has been building ever since Traywick got there. I think they will be competitive everytime they line up this year

None taken. We got hammered, and I mean hammered, by Webb at Oak Ridge as well as two days before that at our place. So I just meant I couldn't disagree with you. And we lost some great pitching too. Best to your team as well. I also agree with you as you've stated elsewhere that Webb is definitely a team to watch. Did i hear the York kid quit baseball?

Thanks! who is the Ace for Bearden? I assume he would throw for them tonight.

No dispespect intended Mav. I was looking forward to seeing what AC had after the love they got in the KNS. Maybe I just saw them on an off day. Best wishes for a good season.

From what I saw, I agree with MADDOG00. My only other comment would be that Anderson County looked highly overrated!

Cold night....early in season....i expect low scoring... Webb wins 4-2. Any word on pitchers?

In Knoxville, I see Farragut and Catholic placing 1-2 in their district. Bearden may make some noise, but lost a lot from last year. Powell and Halls shapes up to be a good ole fashion pennant race right down to the wire. Those will be fun games to watch! Other teams to watch would include Webb, Gibbs, and my sleeper, West. Missed the Farragut opener last night, but headed to Webb tonight to see the Spartans!

Farragut dials up the defense to try and stop a much healthier Young. A few long runs by Young forces FHS to commit a safety into the box. Bearden's rollout passing game always the QB an easy read on only the one safety. Dinks and dunks FHS to death. Browning forced to play from behind. BHS brings the ends. Sacks, turnovers. Bulldogs advance. BHS 20 - FHS 17

Tough year for West. I see them emaotionally done. I like Heritage in this one

Bearden big. Meadow's lack of discipline and stubbornness of playing kids both ways is catching up to him late in the year.

how can DB have seeding over Bearden?