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1 minute ago, pioneer42 said:

Not SportswestTN but I watched the Thanksgiving game between the two and South Gibson just has major problems with presses and traps and never could even get any kind of rhythm offensively the first meeting and it was a blowout win for South Side. South Gibson is a pretty good press team themselves and has athletes to do it but for whatever reason they rarely press so I would bet they don’t practice it much. Even if it does get into a half court game and handles pressure South Side has two big post and South Gibson is lacking there. Not a good matchup for South Gibson all the way around. IMO South Gibson would be a much better team if it played South Side’s style more because they have some athletic girls that could do well in transition. 

Gotcha.

I remember them from a couple years back and they seemed really slow, at least compared to South Side's team then. I was just wondering about that assessment. Somebody keep us updated. I want to try to make the Region Championship game no matter who is in it. I want to see Jada Harrison.

5 hours ago, SportsWestTN said:

Did pretty well with my predictions for first round. I stand by my predictions for the Semifinals. I think Chester Co. can hang around with Westview and at least keep it respectable. South Gibson looked as good defensively and effort as I've seen all season, but I think we'll see a different team tonight. Physically/athletically, I think South Gibson isn't as outmatched as some would think (not saying they are good enough to win, but good enough to play a decent game with them), but mentally they'll be defeated before they walk in the gym. South Side has beaten them real bad the last two times they've played and I don't think they believe they can compete with them. I think it gets out of hand, and gets out of hand early. 

So you think that physically and athletically South Gibson matches?

11 hours ago, Jaychapman said:

Didn’t research it but that’s unbelievable also 

How did that work? Isn't it supposed to be so many per team? 

2 minutes ago, SportsWestTN said:

Combination of the two, plus I've been around a lot of these teams and kids for a while. Try to stay in my lane and only talk about the stuff I know about. I have some leanings, but still try to be impartial and realistic about the teams I do pull for. 

Those Region 7AA predictions look good. 

@SportsWestTN

IDK you but either you do a lot traveling to games or you know a lot of people. I enjoy reading your post and predictions. Seem very balanced and unbias as opposed to many on here. I am off this weekend so I will be attending wherever I can get in.

1 minute ago, pioneer42 said:

In 2019 we played them twice. At our place and in the championship of the Christmas Tournament in Martin. 

Oh ok

On 2/23/2021 at 4:41 PM, MrOct81 said:

I think Randy Coffman should be included amongst all these great Coaches. He spent 17 years at Dyersburg High School(357-159 record). Then went on to help build Riverdale (Murfreesboro) into a monster of a team winning 3 back to back Class AAA State titles(102-5 record in his 3 years there). 2 of those years Ranked #1and #2 in the country by USA today which also garnered him the Naismith National Coach of the Year Award. He’s Currently in his 3rd year at Lakeway Christian Academy. Last year he won the NACA Division IV National Championship. Coach Coffman is one of the best. 

Riverdale was built when he arrived. He inherited great players, community and program. But I agree he is a good coach.

23 hours ago, pioneer42 said:

Gibson County and Westview have played every year the last five years or so and twice in 2019. Don’t know why they didn’t play this year. Get the popcorn ready because starting next year they are in the same District and could possibly play four times a year.

Sorry. I guess I have always been on the road and miss it. I remember them playing once at Westview when Loretto played Greenfield, but that was like a classic or tournament, not a home and home.

@SportsWestTn

You may or may not be a Westview fan, so you may or may not know the exact answer to this. If not I am interested to know your thoughts and opinions. You seem level headed and mostly non-bias. 

Why do you think Westview never schedules or not willing to schedule the likes of a Gibson Co, South Side or Covington during the regular season? Seems like it would be a good gate either way and of course a good game. 

I am seeing post about scheduling and it being a factor when it comes to Murfreesboro. So the past 7 or 8 years Westview has played the same caliber teams but travel on holidays to play whats supposed to be top tier teams to help this issue that you all are speaking about. So whats their for excuse for no titles? Since it sounds like yall are saying battle tested teams have an advantage or is it that those teams they travel to aren't very good either? QTNA

12 hours ago, maddams said:

My last Top 10 as we head into tournament play

1. Upperman (26-1) - loss to Macon could be a positive; relieves any pressure of being undefeated

2. Jackson SouthSide (18-0) - really excited about their likely region matchup vs Westview

3. Northview Academy (27-1) - senior heavy; I expect them in Murfreesboro and could make some noise

4. Grainger (28-3) - experienced and talented; should be in Murfreesboro and would be tough out

5. Westview (20-1) - all about Harrison; will their weak schedule cost them?

6. Meigs Co (16-4) - tough region matchup with any of the top 4 from 8AA

7. Westmoreland (20-3) - really good defensively; can they score enough to get to Murfreesboro

8. Macon Co (18-5) - win over Upperman could right the ship; Gregory is good enough to carry them

9. Covington (20-5) - always tough; will not be challenged until substate game

10. Sullivan East (23-4) - likely region title game v Grainger with loser likely going to Northview for substate

Other teams to watch: Alcoa, Creek Wood, East Nashville, Fairview, Livingston Academy, Maplewood, Scotts Hill, Signal Mountain, York Institute

What are your picks based off on? Have you seen all of these teams?

I get it, but this is a bit much. If you're girls and boys are playing at home why not just proceed as a normal game night. 

There are a lot of good coaches in West TN. I watch a lot of ball when I can. I don't think state championships are the deciding factor of bring a great coach. Wins, winning percentage, and the type of players you develop and turnout of your program is what my criteria would be. 

2 hours ago, Intense said:

I don’t think he’s ever had that special team with all the key components.  He’s had good post play but not great guards.  He’s had great guards and not very good post play.  He’s had great defensive teams that weren’t great offensive teams and vice versa.  Winning a state championship is rare.  Not many coaches have a ring.  800 wins is elite no matter if you win a state championship or not.  Did you graduate from MCHS in ‘83?

My mom will be 59 in April and he was coaching when she played. I would hope he had 800 wins over that span of time. I would hope he would have a lot of wins for as long as he's been doing it. What about the last 6-8 years, he's had some decent teams, good enough to compete.

10 hours ago, UCSportsFan said:

Clay County is the favorite this year. They would have beaten Booker T last year had they played. They have the best player in Class A and one of the best players in the state in Grant Strong.  With Memphis out this year it’s theirs to lose. 

What teams have you seen to say that Clay County is the favorite and that the Strong kid is the best player in Class A? Just asking

So Macon County beating Upperman last night has turned into a keyboard war. Wow! Simmer down, it's only high school girls basketball. GeeWiz! 

On 2/7/2021 at 1:08 AM, HawkGuy06 said:

Yea i mean it is what it is I guess. I have seen Gibson County play some of the toughest AA & AAA teams around! They aren’t scared of a challenge! Everybody knows how they schedule is it’s no secret, I did see where HC was on their Christmas tournament. But they went away not sure of what happened but they was out the tournament. It will be a tough stretch for them this week, especially if Jade isn’t back. Dyersburg has gotten hot & South Gibson had them on the ropes. I hope & pray Jada is cleared this week and stays healthy. 

Jada played Friday night on what looked like minute restriction, so she's already back

Who's with boycotting? That huge facility and you mean to tell me they cant sell tickets to a third of the capacity. Oh and I know coaches are pissed, no passes. I just talked to one of my buddies that coach and he thinks this is obsurd.

WHOA! I just saw this on social media. This is devastating. Prayers for all of the Haywood family

21 hours ago, ballinup90 said:

Maplewood girls scored 92 points in their 1st game back lastnight. Wow! 

They were a top team in AA preseason with all 5 staters returning! Be on the look out. 

Who did they play?

12 minutes ago, HawkGuy06 said:

They will be out the top 10! They lost again last night 44-61 

Interesting. The post above, someone has them at ranked #1 or #2 on their personal list. They must have some injuries or players on quarantine?

I saw where Macon loss 2 games back to back by at least 20? You still have them tied for 1?

1 hour ago, SportsWestTN said:

Anyone go to the Westview-Dyersburg game? Why in the world was that game as close as it was? Westview had two point lead going into the 4th.

What was the final?

On 1/22/2021 at 9:29 AM, HawkGuy06 said:

Only game that will be below 20 will be tonight in Chester County! If you know about CC I don’t need to explain why we always struggle in their gym! We beat them by like 30 at our house. But to answer your question we will not be tested until regions. The game everybody is waiting on us & Westview! Whoever  lose between us & Westview will more than likely go to Covington! I still have both us & Westview in Murfreesboro if we stay the H word

You said South Side would beat Chester less than 20 and they made it just that. How did that game go? And is SS the real deal? I'm hearing different analysis

6 hours ago, WilleTheWildcat said:

If you are like me you have known two things for a long time.

1)  The movie Hoosire is awesome. I bet you have watched it many times and many more times bits and pieces. The idea of small schools playing  big schools for the State title is interesting.

2) If you have followed Tennessee Girls baskball you know many small schools have a tradition of excellence. Because I follow Oak Ridge I have seen or listened to many of games from the Greeneville Holiday tournamet. Each year the best Tennessee teams play there, big and small. Teams like South Greene and Meigs County have been fits to play for Oak Ridge and Bradley Central through the years. Plus, many small Tennessee teams have knocked off National teams.

HERE IS MY POINT...

     Is there a desire or need to play an all size State Tournament?  I would love to see a State Tournament played after the tradition Playoffs are played involving the top teams from the normal State Tourney. I believe the AAA and Private schools teams would not roll over the Class A and AA schools.

Anybody have thoughts on this idea or am I toasted?

I believe they do this in Kentucky also. There are no classes, its like 16 team top teams in the state battle it out.