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I would be surprised if a hire didn't come from within the program, or at least from within the county, just based on the school's track record and how quiet they are keeping things.
I hate to see Carroll go, though. He was probably the best coach in terms of consistency that Marion has had since the Bill Earp/ Moe Weaver days of the 60s and 70s, with his only real competition being Steve Wright (good company to have). Even in down years, you knew you were going to have your hands full when Marion came to town. But I don't fault him at all; virtually any move would be a more ideal situation than working in Smyth County and dealing with the extracurriculars that have been tacked onto the program the past couple of years. If there's one thing that's for certain, Person gained a quality coach and all around good guy, and I hope he can turn their fortunes around.

I hate to see him go he brought the spread offense to Marion and was successful with it and it was fun to watch. The coach wright days was run the ball up the middle constantly and it got old real quick. I hope the new guy comes in with an offensive mind like Carroll has.

For what it's worth, Carroll is leaving Marion at #3 on the all-time wins column, behind #1Bill Earp and #2 Steve Wright, both of whom had longer tenures. He also has the record for most playoff appearances and playoff victories, and is third in win percentage since World War II behind Moe Weaver and Bill Earp. Not bad considering the shape the program was in when he took over, and the fact that the school was at its lowest enrollment since the 50s under his tenure. 

That’s true!! I really liked what Carroll done here during his tenure. I wish him the best of luck!

That’s true!! I really liked what Carroll done here during his tenure. I wish him the best of luck!

Hard to keep coaches in Smyth County when you can 10-15 miles either way on 81 and get a 5 to 10 thousand dollar pay raise. 

Thanks man we've gotta keep the train chugging right along lol 

Congrats to Canes00 on winning the bowl pick’em. And chalk another one up for the Marion faithful. 

Their fans must be tired of attending state title games every year. 

I understand your position and think you make some valid points.  You and the other long-time Marion members are respectfully open and honest on here, which I like. What I don't like are the new people who are joining for the sole purpose of provoking arguments with Chilhowie fans.  I didn't want to be associated with that group, but I can see now that I unfairly lumped you and some other Marion fans with them.

I'll represent the minority then if Marion played for a title I about guarantee you wouldn't see many Chilhowie fans pulling for the Canes and I don't blame them. It's not personal I just can't pull for a rival and if Chilhowie wins it Kudos to them

If you're getting your impressions of a fan base from Facebook then that's on you.

I should hope not in such a childish way as Chilhowie!

Riverheads by 2 TDs 

Throw in a few Marion fans too. 😛

Throw in a few Marion fans too. 😛

What sense does moving the game to Saltville make? How many weeks has it been since a game was played on that field and is it even ready to host a game that will happen in less than 24 hours?

You all may catch Marion in these one of these years lol. 

I’d be shocked if Grundy scored more than 14 on Chilhowie. I’m thinking 52-7. 

Pulaski 17 George Washington 14 Final 

George Wythe 21 Covington 0 late 3rd

George Wythe 28 Covington 0 Final

Jefferson Forest stuns Salem 35-33 in 4D!
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Pulaski 17 George Washington 14 Final 

Pulaski 17 George Washington 14 Final