Paragould @ Batesville 1/8

[Neers34]

I'm taking both Batesville teams tonight

[MDXPHD]

Batesville girls and Paragould boys.

[Grond]

BOYS - I look for Paragould to win. Too many offensive weapons. Paragould has two players averaging over 20 pts/game, and two more averaging around 10. But Coach Lindsey runs a "Starters Focused" team: He plays 5 or 6 guys, and that is it. Any of the starters get in foul trouble or injured, Paragould is in trouble, because the bench hasn't seen the game time.

GIRLS - This should prove interesting. Batesville probably has the better team, but Coach Cook will get the best out of his group. He is very good at managing personnel, and making tactical changes. Pulling for Paragould, but picking Batesville.