By John Robert Ayers
Courier Sports

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PICKENS — Midway through the season, the Pickens Blue Flame sit in a situation very similar to their standing last year.

The Blue Flame stand at 2-3 heading into region play coming off last week’s open date, and things won’t get any easier from here against one of the toughest Class 4A regions in the state.

Despite the tough start to the season, Pickens coach Chad Smith has seen plenty of positives.

“Our practice mentality has impressed me the most about this team,” Smith said. “We have only had a couple of

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