Connor Goodman of East Carter celebrates after the Raiders defeated Ashland on Friday evening to win the District 7 Championship. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Players and fans celebrate after East Carter defeated Ashland on Friday to win the District 7 Championship. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

East Carter head coach, Tim Champlin shows his team the District 7 Championship trophy after defeating Ashland on Friday evening. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT