CoachD33

I don't know about inaccuracy, but it did appear to me the jamboree story was written by someone who was not used to writing for newspaper. If it was a novice, that might explain the mistakes.

I've missed something I guess. Where is Kevin now?

Danny, I'm sorry to hear that you will not be associated with the Rebel coverage at all this year. I know that it has been a big part of your life for some time. Thanks for all you did for Lucas when he was playing and for all the other Rebels who have taken the court and field in these 16 years. I'm a firm believer that all things happen for a reason and maybe with Jake now a Rebel it was time to be full-time parent during sport seasons. I once again maintain that in my opinion (and I feel I'm pretty uniquely qualified in this circumstance) that this is not a sound move from a business, public relations, or broadcasting standpoint. But they didn't ask me did they.

I believe you think that Redbirdfan is the one and only Robin Cuuuuuuude! I assure you he is not. And you don't have to worry about B93.7, Tennessee Country 97.7, or Mix 101.3 making this same lack of commitment to the young people of their broadcast areas.

Speaking as a broadcaster, coach, & parent of a former OC basketball player, I'd rather have any play-by-play as none at all. That's my two cents worth.

For Obion County Rebel fans who will miss live play-by-play of your team, at least three games will be carried by other stations. We will have the Westview game on WCMT 101.3 and the Gibson County & Trenton Peabody games on WTNE 97.7 The "Pre-Game Meal" debuts next Friday at 6:30 on WCMT 101.3 Martin & WTNE 97.7 Trenton

According to the Union City Messenger, Graves Co. has a first-year coach named Mike Rogers. One of his assistants is longtime West Tennessee head coach Larry Shanks.

I guess if I was going to suggest one place it would be a trip to Reelfoot Lake. About 45 minutes from Martin. Beautiful scenery and extra good eating!

Tell me what your interests are Queenie and we'll hook you up.

We are looking forward to having you folks from the Upper Cumberland over here in the Northwest. Will be a special day no matter the outcomes.

Great job guys. I will be sure and give you some research credit this season!

I think this region may be as wide open as it ever has been. Bruceton should be improved but still not old dominant self, West Carroll will still be good, South Fulton will be down a little but still very competitive, Greenfield and Halls should be decent and Lake County is a year older and should make the playoffs in year two of their rebuilding.

Don't see anyway numbers wise that McKenzie & Union City don't drop. It would make the most sense to move West Carroll & Bruceton to Region 7 & put McKenzie there. They'll be losing USJ & maybe Perry Co. if they're moved back across the river. 8A would "welcome" Union City and maybe Peabody depending on where the class break winds up.

I don't see any way Union City doesn't become a 1A unless they choose to move up. Administration has all but said they would not do that. I believe they will continue to play Westview as a non-region game.

Huntingdon Boys Basketball & Lake Co. assistant football/head Middle School positions have been filled I know.

I totally agree Opperman. The 14AAA you described would be fantastic for Shelby County.

Dresden has been 2A since the last classification and has become competitive in possibly the best 2A region in the state top to bottom.

If so Peabody slides into Region 8. Here's how I've got it. Region 7-JCS, Fayette Academy, Bruceton, Middleton, McKenzie, West Carroll, TCA Region 8-Greenfield, Gleason, So. Fulton, Lake Co., Halls, Union City, & maybe Peabody Perry County could stay in 7 or move to 6 where they probably should be.

Lighthouse Christian is D-2 and Manassas will surely move up so that will allow all of the West to again be in two regions and the Duck River Valley can be spread over 5 & 6.

Swap Crockett & McNairy in Regions 6 & 7.

Projecting from the new enrollment figures, at least six West Tennessee schools (outside Shelby Co.) aare on the move in 2005 and four more are "on the bubble" depending on the finaal number of schools in Division One. McKenzie and Union City are dropping to Class A for sure and will become immediate title contenders. Trenton Peabody could join them as they are right on a cutline. USJ will move up to AA of course, while Gibson Co. & Chester Co. could both be in AA, both in AAA, or swap places with Gibson dropping and Chester going up. Haywood Co. & Dyersburg are both apparently falling in AAA with instant impact. Jackson Northside could conceivably drop as well. Brighton is the lone school whose enrollment bumped them as the Cardinals become a AAAA in 2005.

Some interesting changes in store in West Tn. basketball beginning in 2005. Three schools are undoubtedly dropping to class A. McKenzie, Union City, & Riverside. Humboldt is possible depending on what some privates decide about jumping to D-2. USJ will be moving up to 2A with their multiplier and Dyersburg will drop down to 2A. Jackson Northside is on the bubble and could drop as well depending on where the breaks fall. Brighton is the only true upwardly mobile school as they become a 3A. Union City should fall into 15A and give it a much needed fifth team. McKenzie will join its county brethren in 13A and Riverside should replace USJ in 14A. If Humboldt dropped they could join Trenton in 16A. USJ moves to 12AA with Liberty/Southside. Northside would go here too. Probably some rearranging with 11AA losing McKenzie/Riverside they'd be down to three members. Dyersburg joins Dyer Co. in 13AA. Brighton replaces Dyersburg in 13AAA. I see Munford moving to that district as well. *This does not evaluate any changes in Shelby County which geographically is in West Tennessee.

Some interesting changes in store in West Tn. basketball beginning in 2005. Three schools are undoubtedly dropping to class A. McKenzie, Union City, & Riverside. Humboldt is possible depending on what some privates decide about jumping to D-2. USJ will be moving up to 2A with their multiplier and Dyersburg will drop down to 2A. Jackson Northside is on the bubble and could drop as well depending on where the breaks fall. Brighton is the only true upwardly mobile school as they become a 3A. Union City should fall into 15A and give it a much needed fifth team. McKenzie will join its county brethren in 13A and Riverside should replace USJ in 14A. If Humboldt dropped they could join Trenton in 16A. USJ moves to 12AA with Liberty/Southside. Northside would go here too. Probably some rearranging with 11AA losing McKenzie/Riverside they'd be down to three members. Dyersburg joins Dyer Co. in 13AA. Brighton replaces Dyersburg in 13AAA. I see Munford moving to that district as well. *This does not evaluate any changes in Shelby County which geographically is in West Tennessee.

Again you have lumped all West Tennessee teams with Gibson when it comes to schedule. Westview played at the Beach Ball Classic last year along with Jackson County and had similar results. If you want to pick at Gibson County's schedule fine but don't degrade West Tennessee basketball as a whole if you're not familiar with it. Very few AAA schools here outside Memphis though Jackson Northside has fared well recently. Best programs in Memphis area are in D-2. And yes as a geography teacher I know that the Tennessee River runs through the state twice. That's just a matter of natural boundary for grand divisions.

These two comments show your ignorance of West Tennessee basketball, and don't get offended about ignorance it just means not informed. I will give you that Gibson Co. has not played as strong a non-district schedule as some in the West, but to imply that being in the West makes the schedule weak is far from fact. 13AA is very good whether you people want to give them props or not. Their multiple wins over 1A power Trenton Peabody in recent years is a testament even if it's down a class. That brings me to your lack of knowledge on class A. The rest of the state has more titles in the top two classes but check which grand division has the most in small schools and you'll find it's west of the Tennessee River! Bring on the 13AA-7AA Challenge!