“Our return game is dangerous with Kelvin [Hall] and Damian [Mitchell] back there deep,” Hubbert said. “Both of those guys can take it to the house at any time.”

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WHO WILL WIN?

The records and the numbers for Maplesville and Keith are similar, but that’s where the similarities end. The Red Devils proved their mettle—even in a loss—at Sweet Water, and they will be focused and eager for a win to clinch the region championship at home.

Pick: Maplesville | Picks record: 37-15

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ALSO FRIDAY NIGHT

Thorsby (1-7) at B.B. Comer (4-4)

Thorsby had a chance to win last week. THS coaches hope the close doesn’t damage the psyche of an already young and fragile squad. Pick: B.B. Comer

Ramsay (1-7) at Chilton Co. (7-1) (Thursday)

Chilton County has won but been underwhelming in its last two games. The Tigers should pick up some steam in an easy win. Pick: Chilton County

Billingsley (5-3) at Holy Spirit (1-7)

Billingsley is headed to the playoffs, and the Bears can use this game against an inferior opponent as a tune-up for postseason play. Pick: Billingsley

Calera (7-1) at Jemison (5-3)

Jemison’s last two outings have been disappointing, but look for the Panthers to play with emotion against a nearby opponent. Pick: Jemison

Chilton Christian (4-4) at Marion

Chilton Christian’s first-round playoff game is at the same site of a loss in the Patriots’ final regular season game. The season is on the line. Pick: Marion

Isabella (3-5) at Montgomery Academy (3-5)

This is a winnable game for Isabella, but losses and injuries have started taking their toll on a thin squad. Pick: Montgomery Academy

Verbena (1-7) at Winterboro (2-6)

Verbena should be competitive in this one, but at this point the Red Devils are simply figuring out how they can have a better season in 2013. Pick: Winterboro