Yes ... GovMan ... I am happy for the Lady Govs. They have played great throughout the tournament.
They have stepped up their play in the end (just like last year). The Lady Govs were my "pick up" team
last year after the Lady Panthers lost. I went to all their games throughout last years tournament. They
did great last year. I hope they go far this year. Good Luck !
Yeah, ... I don't understand the fan base at some of these venues. Lenoir City Panthers (girls & boys) travel
well with a great fan base (I think). Sometimes ... this year we almost out numbered the fans on our away
games. I was amazed at some times. I noticed that William Blount (girls & boys) travel well too with a good
fan base. I think that is good for both teams. It shows the athletes that people do care about the game and
the players. I do think sometimes that the students kinda get out of hand during the games, but most of
the time it is funny and in good spirit.
About the newspaper thing ..... I agree with your observation about the stories. Yes, ... more attention should
have been given to William Blount Lady Govs for their win. I think they gave more credit to Maryville Lady Rebels
because of Hardin Valley's # 1 ranking. Because Maryville Lady Rebels was ranked # 4 and Hardin Valley was ranked
# 1 , ..... the story was # 4 beat # 1. Not taking away from Maryville Lady Rebels win . I am happy for them. That is
my observation.
Yes, .... I went to Oak Ridge last year for the Lenoir City Panthers vs Oak Ridge boys in the tournament. I was
totally blown away at the facility. It was like a small college gym. WOW ! Everyone needs to see that gym before
building a new one at their place. Yes, ... I remember that the bathrooms were a long walk away ... LOL - Funny.
Well , .... that's it for me. Good Luck to the William Blount Lady Govs this year. My "pick up" team this year is
the Maryville Lady Rebels !
GO MARYVILLE LADY REBELS ! ......... GO LADY REBELS !
..... Tommy Geer
