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I wish that was true here...however I think it most from around the county will support the Warriors. I for one would pull anyone in the area to do good and to pull out a win. But you have some that can't put away childish rivalries away for the better of sportmanship and surrounding communities. 

I hate it for those boys; I would love to see them (CHS) achieve something that most of us dreamed about as players but the adults have made this such a mess for them. Hopefully both teams come out without injuries and may the best team win. 

I wish that was true here...however I think it most from around the county will support the Warriors. I for one would pull anyone in the area to do good and to pull out a win. But you have some that can't put away childish rivalries away for the better of sportmanship and surrounding communities. 

That's what most are overlooking. The players themselves could care less where they play at. The kids aren't the ones that made the calls or whined about going to Emory. So of course they may have some concerns or a bit of nerves but what young player wouldn't. But they aren't afraid or worried, they are confident in their skills and they know they can play great ball. It's people that don't play making a big deal out of the move. 

That's what most are overlooking. The players themselves could care less where they play at. The kids aren't the ones that made the calls or whined about going to Emory. So of course they may have some concerns or a bit of nerves but what young player wouldn't. But they aren't afraid or worried, they are confident in their skills and they know they can play great ball. It's people that don't play making a big deal out of the move. 

Everyone who had Northwood hosting a state semifinal in the preseason, come collect your money.

Now that VHSL has done this, they have opened Pandora's box. They should stick to their decision after inspection. 

What a complete joke and major distraction for those kids from Chilhowie.  Galax has to have all of the motivation in the world now.  Chilhowie fans, staff, and administration are acting like moving a game from a muddy field to a college stadium with wonderful facilities to a field with sinkholes and giant rocks in the corner of the end zone with pine trees two feet from the pylons is a great idea.  Also why did they go practice at Emory & Henry?  I smell ego city because VHSL moved it to Emory without consulting with them first.  I hope all that complained are happy with the outcome.  I hate it for those kids especially the seniors.  Reminds me of Tennessee trying to hire Greg Schiano lol!   

Drainage should be just fine pouring into those caves underneath it as long as another sinkhole doesn't open up...

Could they play in these?:
 

VHSL has decided to give Chilhowie another shot at playing the game on their own field Saturday.  The rain in supposed to stop tonight and several prominent citizens have persuaded the Trump administration to deploy a couple of Blackhawk Helicopters to dry off the field before kickoff.

I think it's all a conspiracy and I blame the Illuminati!!!!!!!  They even stole the "T" in @Smyhcounty username!   

IMO, Chilhowie earned the right to play the game wherever they choose.  It's football, if they want to play in the mud then the game should be played in the mud.

Look I understand your and their concerns and disappointment.  Although the post I have seen in social media this morning about calling Galax a bunch #$$##0because they didn't want to play in the mud and they are the reason it got moved is petty and simply not the case. That's not how the VHSL works, three games got moved. I think the surrounding areas would be more simpathetic to the communities complaints if all that was not being spewed all over social media. Galax had no say in it, the school admins no this to be true yet they continue to let their community think this is the case. Look Galax beat us twice this year and I am all for Chilhowie getting the win, although people saying what they are social media is just making Chilhowie look bad. To be honest it is placing an ugly blemish on what is a stellar moment  for your community. I completely get the financial impact to the community, I heard Galax had went out and spent a couple of thousand dollars on new cleats for their players just for this game. 
 I am sure their is people on here from Chilhowies administration reading this, so step up and ensure the misplaced anger at the fans of Galax is placed where it should be on the VHSL.  
 Sorry rant over and good luck. 

In case you're thinking that folks from Marion and Saltville are universally pulling for an embarrassing end to Chilhowie's season, Marion's tourism and economic director has written the state legislature about the subject. 
I. Kid. You. Not.
 
 
So the VHSL has moved Saturday’s game from Chilhowie stadium to Emory & Henry - from natural surface to artificial turf - just three days prior to the big game.   I’m reading folks have called the VHSL to express their concerns, to no avail.  
I’ve reached out to our legislators, knowing this isn’t a decision of theirs or one of which they even have say, but I’d imagine their voices might carry a little more weight than mine.
Here’s my email to Senator Bill Carrico, Delegate Jeff Campbell, and Delegate Israel O’Quinn.  I have tremendous respect for these men, and I’m certain they’d like to at least be aware of the situation.
In the meantime, let’s pray for a safe, clean, honest game for our young men.   And personally, from this former resident - GO WARRIORS!
Gentlemen:
As you’re probably hearing, VHSL has, three days before the playoff, decided to move Saturday’s game from the natural grass field to the artificial turf at Emory & Henry, citing poor field conditions.  It is my understanding that the VHSL met with Chilhowie staff and provided a list of corrective actions, which I also understand have been completed, but the governing body decided to relocate the game anyway.
The CHS concession stand is stocked, the Christmas parade moved, and the community is ready for a fair shot at winning.   I’m all for safety for everyone, especially the student athletes competing, but this just seems so wrong.    
I know this isn’t necessarily your purview, but it’s an issue that is very important to a great number of our neighbors, your constituents.  While you all serve a large geographic area, with fans from both teams, I’m certain neither would want the perception of changing the rules to suit their team, so I can’t imagine either team (or their fans) supporting this move, especially at this late date.
The forecast for both Chilhowie and Emory has a chance of showers and temperatures in the 50s.  Football has been played in much worse conditions for generations.  
Let’s let them just play ball.
Any assistance or insight you can offer, as always, is appreciated.
Sincerely,
Ken Heath

Chilhowie is the favorite anywhere on Earth; however, the lower gravitational force on Mars would clearly favor Galax's passing game.
How Would Football Work if You Played It on Mars?
https://www.wired.com/2015/10/physics-how-would-you-play-football-on-mars/
 

Ive seen both teams play Galax more than Chilhowie and it could be played on Mars but Chilhowie wins. Too many weapons to contain. Galax just is missing something this year. I cant figure it out. 

Chilhowie has a secret weapon in Anthony Blevins...
https://www.heraldcourier.com/sports/vhsl-class-state-football-semis-chilhowie-has-a-secret-weapon/article_60cf6cd8-f2ad-11e8-8f16-9f030a75a948.html

Bluefield, Radford, chilhowie, & galax are still playing as well 

Riverheads isn’t exactly known for its passing attack.

Because the poster may be from Saltville.  Chilhowie is going to give Riverheads major problems and may win the game.  

Unlike last year, this is far from accurate.  Chilhowie would absolutely push Riverheads to the brink.

Why are you being so salty towards Chilhowie? I don't get why you are already saying this when they havent even made it that far yet. Have you had a chance to watch riverheads this year, or just going based off their schedule? If you have. Instead of jumping to conclusions. Why not just give us your opinion based on what you saw from them?

I’m no so sure about that. From what I’ve seen and heard, Riverheads isn’t better than what they were last year. Chilhowie, however, is markedly better. Now, does that close a 6 TD gap enough? We’ll see. But I think Chilhowie (and maybe even Galax) has a very real shot in Salem. 

Definitely Chilhowie's toughest test but they are hungry for a chance at that state title again, I'd say it will be close but Chilhowie prevails at home.