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5 hours ago, Khall555 said:

It’s still supposed to be a blind draw.

Last year York and Westview was a first round matchup after they played in the Championship game the year before. They were clearly the 2 best teams in AA and one was sent home in the first game. 
2 years ago the Single A bracket had 4 teams that won their Regional Championships on one side of the bracket vs 4 teams that finished runner up in the Regionals. It mind numbing at times. 

Don't forget Upperman played South Side in the Title Game in 2022 and met in first round in 2023 as well.

1 hour ago, Khall555 said:

Check out Pickett vs Knowledge Academy 

1 hour ago, TtownReject said:

Or Upperman who tanked their 3rd place game. To avoid White Co

Time to go to 8 Regions and do away with Districts and get true seedings. 

11 minutes ago, Nontypical said:

What’s crazy is nobody talked about white co all season. No one give them any credit including ucr. The fans knew they were good but was afraid to say anything because of past seasons. This team may get beat tonight but there is something about this team that is different. Yes they have the height and shooters but this group of girls feels ‘special’. Time will tell. I feel like this is there best chance to bring home a gold ball in at least 40 years. Dyersburg will be tough and may drill us. Im more worried about getting past stone again. Go warriorettes!

 Your District best in state no doubt. 4th place team can win a Gold Ball. Been like that a while. I agree we all got business to take care of. 

55 minutes ago, Khall555 said:

This thread almost guarantees Dyersburg vs White Co in the first round of the State Tournament (if they both make it) because the TSSAA doesn’t know how to draw up brackets. 

How do they draw the games now since we can't watch??

1 hour ago, Dash said:

So are there no AAA programs in Memphis area that have a shot in Sub State? No one has mentioned any and everyone is already placing 2- 13 AAA teams in State. Just curious who the top teams are coming out of Region 8?

Memphis Business Academy is AA and seems to be one of the best in Shelby County excluding 4 A. They are a pretty good team. We played them twice last year and beat them by 15-20 and played a lot of our JV as well but AAA I just don't see it. They shut it down in Shelby County during Covid and even after Covid for a couple of years and they just haven't seemed to have caught back up. Lots of games forfeited over that stretch. Just don't see it. Their District is really good. I think with a lot of confidence Crockett or South Gibson will be there. 

22 hours ago, wtnbballfan said:

I was hoping JCM was good enough to advance and mix it up a bit. I've been seeing all the social media posts of Trenton players bashing some of the GC players and its tasteless and annoying at this point. New competition brings mystery lol

Peabody is a good team. JCM looking at schedule they have played as well as Peabody looks like Peabody definitely has the advantage. But I will say this time of year can be crazy and JCM is playing pretty good ball in their District for sure. We will see in a little while what happens. 

3 hours ago, WestTNHoopsFan said:

SGC has a clear road back to the state tournament: Beat Fayette Ware - Realistically a game that SGC should win easily - Beat Crockett in the Semi which is not too much to ask and actually I think they should win that game as well. They do that and they are back in the state tournament. Not a rough road to get there honestly. 

Crockett or South Gibson will be there, IMO. South Gibson has a great shot.

1 hour ago, maddams said:

A lot of games tonight will be non-competitive.  However, there are a few across the state that should be solid.  Here's a few I see that have the potential to be good games.  What did I miss?

Tennessee @ Greeneville

Tellico Plains @ Sequatchie Co

Upperman @ Tullahoma

Brentwood @ Lincoln Co (I'm trying to figure out if I can make it to Lincoln for this one)

Houston Co @ Collinwood

South Gibson @ Fayette Ware

Houston @ Memphis East

 

 

I think South Gibson will get it going. Natalie Lewis had 18 points herself against Obion. She is tall and has a quick release and they tend to not watch her as much. Just can't see Embrey losing this one. 

13 minutes ago, MP2023 said:

York will find out when they get to the state tournament they will not beat GP or McMinn Central.

Be interesting how the draw is determined and who plays who. 

48 minutes ago, Basketball44Guru said:

Pickett A

York AA

White County AAA

Bradley AAAA

Never know. We will see how it unfolds. Be interesting how they determine who plays who. Don't think they do a blind draw no more because if they did they would at least have it online. 

1 hour ago, UCSportsFan said:

The only way you get handed a gold ball is if you beat everybody on the floor and win your final game. White County is by no means a lock to win a very tough region or substate let alone the state tournament. However they have all the pieces it takes to win a state championship.  They are the best team coming out of district 7 AAA and that is saying a lot because there are a lot of gold balls residing in these high schools up here.  

Very possible Pickett County will make a strong run for Single A Title. Mckenzie and Wayne County are in same bracket so one of them will be gone. Between White County, LA, Upperman, York and Pickett there are some good teams. Probably will be some matchups like we have seen in past. 

21 minutes ago, tennesseeannouncer said:

Not a knock on them at all. A lot of respect for the program. Just saying in their current form the lack of depth will hurt. At the same time, I will not be shocked if SGC/Crockett meet and the winner goes on to Murfreesboro. 

Crockett will have to value the ball better to win a loser leave town match. Can't turn it over a bunch and stay alive. 

39 minutes ago, ManOfMillions said:

SGC is just beat up with injuries. I am an SGC guy, but I know the deal. Losing 2 starters on a BBall is team is very hard to overcome. 

I agree with their injuries but I still think they have a good shot to get to Murfreesboro. Crockett or South Gibson one will be in Murfreesboro, IMO. Will be an interesting Monday Night. 

13 minutes ago, TLowns said:

The Bucky 2-3 is capable of keeping a good team under 30 points… that’s only 10 3 pointers for Westview. They’ll be right in the mix. 

Yeah the 2-3 zone is lethal up there when shooting seems very difficult. Same teams have been up there and struggled with his zone. Wouldn't surprise me if it causes a bunch more problems. I think they will have a shot to win it again because of the 2-3 zone. They will be opposite Gibson County or Peabody. I do think Gibson County has done well with it this year but I think other teams may not be as fortunate. Gibson County has played them 11 times in 3 years and opponents in Murfreesboro maybe 1 or 2 or 0. 

9 hours ago, UCSportsFan said:

GC vs York will be a dandy!

UC it would be if it happens. I am enjoying the ride and hopefully we will make it. You know as well as I do it is a blessing to get there. Lots of dogfights along the way. Don't make any difference who you draw this year it will be tough. York is really good I hear. As is McMinn Central and Gatlinburg Pittman. We had our chances with McMinn last year up 5 with four minutes left and the ball. Thought about it all year. But like I said it is a blessing to get there and an everyday gift if you win it. 

12 minutes ago, wtnbballfan said:

Looking at the west, does anyone know if westview, Peabody, and GC has any competition in the region or are we looking at another GC vs WV showdown? 

Westview will have the much easier route. Gibson County will play Peabody in the semis providing both advance and it will be a dogfight as always. When you have 3 good teams in the District and the other District is not as good always good to be second as Westview has done the last two seasons. 

1 hour ago, Dadof2 said:

Big upset last night Alcoa over GP, that makes things interesting. The region in at Alcoa, and those two should play again in the championship, if Alcoa can do it again, that would more than likely send GP to Central and Meigs to Alcoa. Tournament time can be crazy.

Tournament Time can be crazy. Never know. That is the reason they play the games. Good win for Alcoa. 

2 hours ago, crow6424 said:

I haven’t seen Dyersburg play and I’m sure they are good but White co has it all.  Any team that comes out of this district will have a shot to win it all every year.

I agree 110%. I have a ton of respect for the Upper Cumberland. Seen a ton of Gold Balls come out of there. I think our area feels the same way. I think our area plays a lot of each other in scrimmages throughout the year and even runs into some of y'all in the offseason. Just think we feel like we are ready to play whoever and I know y'all feel the same way. Lots of Gold Balls from a small mileage area in both sections. Both areas have seen Gold Balls and are not intimidated by any team.  

2 hours ago, Waker said:

I’ve seen you say that if Kee stays out of foul trouble on several posts. I only recall her having foul trouble in 1 game this season and don’t believe she has fouled out all year. She usually plays very smart. If she gets a few fouls, Wilkins moves her around. Sara Beth Smith has played some really good minutes the 2nd half of the season

We played them last year and she got in foul trouble a couple of times that cost them and against USJ in one of our Tournmanets she got in foul trouble early. She may have it under control and that is good because without her they are a different team. 

55 minutes ago, tennesseeannouncer said:

0-15 from three and 16-53 for the game. 

KK will get going. 23 will shoot better too. Shot like that and still won by double digits. What were the Turnovers for both teams?? Crockett turned it over a bunch and Dyersbirg didn't. Dyersburg also rebounded well. 

44 minutes ago, maddams said:

Fayette Ware has a shot against South Gibson.  South Gibson is the better team but they have had so many injuries this year that I wouldn't be shocked if Fayette Ware found a way to beat them. 

Bolivar won't beat Obion Co. 

42 minutes ago, tennesseeannouncer said:

SGC and OC are very similar in my opinion. A pair of great players but not a lot of depth. 

I agree Fayette Ware could have a chance with the right refs and if everything falls their way. South Gibson benefitted from losing last night big time. They for sure would have had major problems with Dyersburg. Lewis had a big game and got hot last night. I think they will beat Fayette Ware and have a decent shot at Crockett County. Crockett will have to control Turnovers for them to get to state. I think South Gibson has a good shot to make it. 

12 hours ago, UCSportsFan said:

White County is the favorite in AAA in my opinion. They’ve got size, speed, shooters and a good bench. They are solid on defense and have to be the favorite to win it all this year in AAA. 

Dyersburg is really good. They are very athletic. They were 0 for whatever last night from 3 point land and still won by 12 or so. They can defend big time. I think one of the two Dyersburg or White County are the favorites. Dyersburg is loaded with talent. 

47 minutes ago, Croppygenius said:

Lady Trojans looked pretty good last night without her. Their whole squad is so athletic. Most talented team I've seen all year. Crawford's absence is just allowing the supporting cast to shine. Kinda hard to believe my Fillies beat this squad by 19 at home. Fillies can play pretty good at times!

If they start shooting the ball better, look out. They are not shooting great right now. Their press is relentless. Crockett never could get in a rhythm with that pressure, I think they will be tough to beat for whoever even without Crawford. Lots of talent out there now. I pray that Crawford comes back and can get healthy. Crockett and South Gibson will play for a spot in Murfreesboro, IMO. Dyersburg and Obion will play for a spot as well. District is really good. Huntingdon will be hard to beat as well especially if Kee stays out of foul trouble. 

1 hour ago, THE KING said:

Big time win over NG tonight 52-26.  I was so happy my kid came in and played so well.  Was mckinney's biggest game of the season.  The atmosphere was electric and the lady landers have tons of support this season. 

Big win tonight King. Congratulations.

51 minutes ago, TtownReject said:

Upperman TANKED!!!!!!!! BTW You all remember Riverdale got busted for tanking 8 years ago. When you are 24-6, get 4th place and lose to a 13-16 team. Either a major injury or Coach McWilliams TANKED!!!! To AVOID White Co. 

UNPOPULAR OPINION! But a Genius Move. 

And I Am The Person With Cojonas To Say It.

Happens a bunch. TSSAA needs to go to 8 Regions and have accurate seeds. No one will ever do it like Riverdale did it but I have been watching ball my whole life and teams just happen to play their worse games of the year when it benefits them the most. Missed layups, careless Turnovers, missed FT's...just a convenient lack of focus.