Plainview quietly emerging as a contender

By Jason Kersey
jkersey@oklahoman.com

While the Clintons, Tuttles and Kingfishers of the world get all the attention in Class 3A, this little school down in Ardmore is flying under the radar. No one seems to talk about Plainview, but that is just fine by Indians coach Corey Cole.

Plainview has won only three district championships in its history. The team hasn’t won a playoff game since 1999. But I’m telling you, this team is for real.

Consider this: Plainview is averaging 42.5 points per game, which is just below Clinton (46.62) and just above Tuttle (39.38)

Plainview has outscored opponents this year by an average of just over 29 points per game.

The explosive Indian offense can be traced right to its passing game. The unstoppable combo of quarterback Brandon Allen to receiver Justin Blackmon has created problems for Plainview opponents all year.

Even in the Sulphur game, when Blackmon was contained because of double and triple team coverage, he was used to perfection as a decoy.

This week, the Indians have Marlow (6-2, 4-1). Last season, Plainview won the game, 16-14. Lots of people have forgotten about Marlow after the whooping it took from Tuttle in Week 1, but the Outlaws have quietly climbed back into contention. This game Friday between Marlow and Plainview could be for the District title.

The foregone conclusion that one of the powers from District 3A-1 will win the Class 3A state championship this year needs to be reconsidered. Plainview has a good shot to shock some people.