There could be some fireworks in this game: Pikeville has finished with big points in its past five games; likewise, Williamsburg has had high scores in its last three. Williamsburg had all the answers against Middlesboro two weeks ago, winning 42 - 21. Meanwhile, Pikeville breezed past Harlan last week with a final score of 47 - 14.
Williamsburg got an early lead and maintained it, starting each quarter with an advantage. The game was close at halftime (14 - 7), but it broke away in the second half. The win got it up to 8-3.
As for Pikeville, it started its game with a lot of points -- 47 points in the first half -- and coasted on that for the victory. The win lifted it to 7-4.
Williamsburg and Pikeville will be experiencing extra pressure in this one since they are each in the midst of a winning streak (Williamsburg with four wins, Pikeville with five). We'll see which team can handle the heat this Friday.
Playoff bracket for these teams
