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I hear that the Centenial job has been offered to John Boucher the former Ravenwood girls coach. He would replace Brian Kelley who has been attempting to fill both the boys and girls job the last 3 years. I don't know anything about the Independence job other than the coach they hired last year was very young and relatively inexperienced and they didn't seem to progress much this past season. On the other hand, the Franklin & Ravenwood problems are a result of administrations that treat all of the girls programs (soccer would be the exception)as necessary evils that they have to endure. The Franklin basketball job has been open since last July yet, as of last week, there had been no effort to find a replacement. Coach Shane Pantall agreed to fill in this year after the late Summer and abrupt departure of Shawn Stephenson but Pantall has stated several times that he would not continue as the coach next year. Everyone has been aware of his position, yet the administration still has not taken the initiative to find a quality replacement. Ravenwood did the same thing last year when they fired Coach Boucher late in the school year and then waited until mid June to hire the next coach. The principal reportedly had no clue that teams could practice during the Spring or Summer adn felt that there was no hurry to fill the spot. The new coach, by the way, seems to be very good and really improved the Ravenwood team through the season.

Franklin girl's job is open, but the administration would prefer to wait until all the other vacanies are filled before they announce it. That way, after all the best candidates have jobs, they can choose from whoever is left.

Metroman, Where did you get your info regarding Ravenwood's last game in '05? I've been trying to find it but haven't found a reliable source. Also if her last game was on March 1, doesn't that mean she will not be eligible until March 2nd?

I would suggest that at least the players, parents and students from Brentwood & White's Creek care about this game tonight. The winner will finish at least second in the region and guaranteed to move on to the sub-state round. I would also remind you that Hillsboro made the mistake of overlooking Franklin last week and as a result they are forced to play Antioch tonight instead of in the finals on Wednesday. I doubt the Lady Boros will over look Antioch tonight and that could be a problem for Antioch. Loser goes home here as well.

To my knowlege the girls that transfered to Brentwood this year would not be eligible to play until later in the week. How would you find out what date Ravenwood girls played their last game in 2005? The following day would be when they are allowed to participate. Eaglesfan, Can you elaborate on your accusation of recruiting by Brentwood? Be careful about what you claim unless you know something to be a fact!

The Franklin girls job will be available, but why anyone would be interested in dealing with Willie, Todd, Marlon is beyond me. This would be the sloth leading the dictator, leading the puppet. Great group of girls and very supportive parents but a do nothing administration more interested in themselves than in the kids.

There are several cases this year where a transfer was denied elligibility after going throught he proper channels. If the allegation above is factual then the girl and school should be reported. Are you aware that playing a player before she is elligible results in a 2 game suspension for every 1 game she played. By playing her the coach may have really done this girl an in justice.

It took you a while to come to this conclusion ( 9 years? ). Besides where do you find quality lessons for $50 an hour. Most of the better teachers are more than that, aren't they? I would be interested in your recommendations for a good instructor. I have sent 2 daughters to point guard college. It is very intense and jammed packed week, and there is more info given out than can possibly be retained. As the camps info says, it is not for the casual player, but for the player that wants to "think" the game. If you are looking for shooting instruction or skills development this is probably not for you. As CPBG06 says private lessons are probably a better investment. PGC teaches a mental approach to the game with half of the 14 hour days spent in the class room. Your player needs to be serious about learning the game and mature enough to absorb the benefits of the PGC. My girls learned a lot from the camp and it made them both better players in high school.

You are correct. The consolation games for 3rd & 4th place (boys & girls ) will be played on Monday (2-20-06 ) and Championship games will be played on Tuesday night (2-21-06). All at Overton High. Region tournament will then start later that week at Glencliff , I think.

District 11AAA will finish its tournament on Tuesday Feb. 21. Will the regional begin later that week ( Feb. 23, 24, or 25 )or will it begin on Monday of the following week Feb. 27th?

Can anyone tell me where the 12 AAA tournament is this year. I think the region 6 tournament will be there as well. Can anyone give me the dates for the regions?

Interesting perspective valid remarks. Not sure I agree as Simms is leading the team in turnovers for the year, but she definitely belongs on the floor and she is the most athletic on the team. She needs to learn to be patient and let the game develop. Steph Hall is eligible after March 1st, I think, so B'wood will have to go deep into the regionals for her to play this year. With her and all but 1 player returning next year they, should be very good. Freshman's name is Hannah Phillips and she certainly has a bright basketball future ahead of her.

I think you would have to still consider it to be an upset although it wouldn't be considered a major one and not out of the realm of possibility. Hillsboro is the defending district season champion, until someone beats them they are still the favorite. Don't forget that Hillsboro's defense had something to do with BHS only scoring 9 points in the second half. You also forgot to mention that BHS's # 34 missed the entire game due to a concusion. Often BHS is more productive on offense and has fewer turnovers when she runs the point than they are when Simms is at the top. Don't get me wrong, I think Simms is a terrific player, but maybe she should be on the wing so she can attack the basket easier.

It is one thing to compare Franklin and Brentwood and bring up the winning achievements of both teams. We are not going to bringing up rumors of the past. What coach in their right mind would elbow a player of the opposing team? From my point of view it sounds ridiculous and I think that this subject should be put to rest just as quickly as it got started. I play for Franklin and many of you already know my sn through the soccer message board. I have played for him for three years and he has respect for any player that goes out on that court and gives it their all. Let's leave the past in the past shall we? Sportschic, I thought it was in the past. Before you brought it back up!

I think you are referring to Kat Butler who was a transfer senior from California and is now playing at Christian Brothers in Memphis.