re: Eddie Bonine speaks candidly

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J.T. wouldn’t have 26 titles if we had good competitive public schools

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I wouldn't say it's 100% that.

It's a snowball effect that has lasted decades because of Coach Curtis's drive and personality. The guy is incredibly bright and talented and he attracts kids from all over to play for him.

I really can't fault a parent that has a gifted 13 year old for wanting to go to Curtis. And I can't fault Coach Curtis for letting that kid into school when the parent is knocking on the door.

That said, I also think Curtis playing in 5A the last seven seasons has been GREAT for Louisiana. The 5As have enough power to hang with Curtis and Curtis is good enough to beat them. Frankly, for being so small, the Division I playoffs are, by far, the most competive and arguably the best "product" every year in the LHSAA.

So the model is there. We just need some adults to sit down and work out the formula for correctly classifying schools not only on enrollment but on success as well.