I get it. Enrollment, geography, randomization... I get it. I am still wondering though how Roncalli and Shortridge are going to be allowed on the same playing field in two weeks.
The predictor has Roncalli as a 78.5 point favorite without homefield advantage (game is at Shortridge).
I have always been fascinated by blowouts, especially in high school football, and I am sure many of you are too. I would love to hear feedback on this topic.
Couple of general questions ... not advocating for or against:
What would this do to the current conference system implemented in Indiana? Many folks are grouped in a conference by geographic proximity, age-old rivalries, etc. Several of these are situations where there's an imbalance in ability, yet the schools still play. In cases where rivalries have remained while the current competitiveness has fluctuated, a qualifying playoff would seem to push these to be less desired and even