PLAYOFFS: Westview VS Melrose
By Anthony Robinson

PLAYOFFS: Westview VS Melrose

 Westview-21 VS Melrose-28

Friday night in Round 1 of the Division 1 Class 3A playoffs, The Melrose Golden Wildcats defeated the Westview Chargers from Martin, TN.

The win was Melrose’s first playoff win since 2009.  The Golden Wildcats next game is Friday night in Jackson, TN to go up against 11-0 Magnet Tech.  Melrose is 2-2 when playing outside of Memphis this season.  First year Head Coach Chester Ford understands the importance of this game.  He gave the team Saturday off, but they started preparing for their second round playoff match this Friday.

The game was no walk in the park for either team, but the Golden Wildcats walk away with the victory.  Westview had a   7-0  lead at halftime. I’m not sure if the Westview Chargers defense is that good, but they were able to hold the Golden Wildcats scoreless in the first half.  Melrose responds by scoring 28 points in the second half.  Both teams possess a certain level of talent, that’s how they made it to the playoffs.  This 1st round playoff match up was determined by heart and who wanted it more.  during half time Coach Ford told his team at halftime, “They aren’t doing anything we haven’t gone over in practice.  This is about your heart, character, and who wants it more.” He’s given  a similar speech throughout the season when they are behind at the half.  This time the Golden Wildcats responded to the pep talk better than they have all season.

 

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  • November 6, 2015