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Monday, 18 March 2024
2024 OHSAA (Ohio) Girls' Basketball Championships DI, DII, DIII, & DIV March 16, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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2024 OHSAA (Ohio) Girls’ Basketball Championships Division I, II, III, & IV
University of Dayton Arena Dayton, OH

March 16,2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

March 16th

Fort Loramie vs. Waterford (Division IV Championship)

Fort Loramie coach Carla Siegel started the following lineup: 6-0 Jr. Victoria Mescher, 5-10 Jr. Avery Brandewie, 6-0 Sr. Summer Hoying, Sr. Jaden Rose, and 5-10 Sr. Skyler Albers. Waterford coach Jerry Close countered with 5-10 Jr. Avery Smithberger, 5-10 Jr. Kendall Sury, 6-4 Jr. Avery Wagner, 5-2 So. Elsie Malec, and 5-7 Sr. Laykyn Jones.

Fort Loramie claimed their fourth championship with a 42-29 victory over Waterford. Fort Loramie shot 43.2% from the field including one of five from the three point line. The Redskins connected on three of 10 free throws, pulled down 24 rebounds, and scored 26 points off 20 Waterford turnovers. Waterford shot 32% from the field including one of 10 from beyond the arc. The Wildcats connected on 12 of 15 free throws, pulled down 23 rebounds, and scored four points off seven Fort Loramie turnovers.

Avery Brandewie led Fort Loramie with 17 points, eight rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Summer Hoying added eight points, two rebounds, and five assists. Victoria Mescher recorded five points, two rebounds, two assists, and seven steals.

Kendall Sury led Waterford with 19 points including seven of seven free throws, and four rebounds. Avery Smithberger added four points, two rebounds, and two steals. Avery Wagner recorded three points, nine rebounds, two assists, five blocked shots, and two steals.

Fort Loramie - 11,9,13,9,42
Waterford - 8,3,10,8,29

Fort Loramie - (42) – Mescher 5, Brandewie 17, Hoying 8, J. Rose 2, Albers 3, Heitkamp 2, Shatto 4, A. Rose 1.
Waterford - (29) – Smithberger 4, Sury 19, Wagner 3, Malec 3, Jones 0.

Ottawa-Glandorf vs. Columbus Africentric Early College (Division III Championship)

Ottawa-Glandorf coach Troy Yant started the following lineup: 5-8 So. Karsyn Erford, 5-8 Sr. Myka Aldrich, 6-0 Sr. Katie Kaufman, 5-7 Jr. Carlie Brinkman, and 5-10 Jr. Kaitlyn Kimmet. Columbus Africentric Earl College coach Shaq Anderson countered with 5-10 Sr. Samairah Thompson, 5-10 Sr. Natiah Nelson, 6-1 Sr. Kamryn Grant, 5-5 Jr. Shaunie Little, and 5-7 Sr. Ashtan Winfrey.

Columbus Africentric defeated Ottawa-Glandorf by the score of 58-47 to capture their ninth championship. Columbus Africentric shot 45.7% from the field including three of six from the three point line. The Nubians connected on 13 of 14 free throws, pulled down 34 rebounds, and scored nine points off 10 Ottawa-Glandorf turnovers. Ottawa-Glandorf shot 41.2% from the field including zero of four from beyond the arc. The Titans connected on five of 12 free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 19 Columbus Africentric turnovers.

Samairah Thompson led Columbus Africentric with 12 points, six rebounds, and two blocked shots. Natiah Nelson added 12 points, four rebounds, and three assists. Kamryn Grant recorded 10 points including four of four free throws, 13 rebounds, two assists, and two steals. 5-8 So. Jeniya Bowers chipped in with 10 points including two three point baskets. Shaunie Little recorded eight points including three of three free throws, three rebounds, and two assists. Ashtan Winfrey added six points, three rebounds, and two blocked shots.

Karsyn Erford led Ottawa-Glandorf with 18 points, five rebounds, and three assists. Carlie Brinkman added 10 points and three assists. Katie Kaufman recorded seven points and two rebounds.

Ottawa-Glandorf - 10,5,18,14,47
Columbus Africentric Early College - 15,6,23,14,58

Ottawa-Glandorf - (47) – Erford 18, Aldrich 5, Kaufman 7, Brinkman 10, Kimmet 2, Grothause 5.
Columbus Africentric Early College - (58) – Thompson 12, Nelson 12, Grant 10, Little 8, Winfrey 6, Bowers 10.

Cincinnati Purcell Marian vs. Shaker Heights Laurel (Division II Championship)

Cincinnati Purcell Marian coach Jamar Mosley started the following lineup: 6-1 Jr. Dee Alexander, 5-7 Sr. Jayda Mosley, 6-3 Fr. Samaya Wilkins, 5-6 Jr. Cy’Aira Miller, and 5-6 Jr. Ky’Aira Miller. Shaker Heights Laurel coach Terrina Robinson countered with 5-11 So. Chloe Johnson, Fr. Jordyn Meyer, 6-1 So, Saniyah Hall, 5-6 Fr. Nyia Edwards, and 5-8 So. Tristian Williams.

Cincinnati Purcell Marian defeated Shaker Heights Laurel by the score of 79-52. Cincinnati Purcell Marian shot 46.2% from the field including seven of 21 from the three point line. They connected on 12 of 18 free throws, pulled down 43 rebounds, and scored 27 points off 17 Shaker Heights Laurel turnovers. Shaker Heights Laurel shot 30.3% from the field including seven of 32 from beyond the arc. The Gators connected on five of seven free throws, pulled down 43 rebounds, and scored three points off 10 Cincinnati Purcell Marian turnovers.

Dee Alexander led Cincinnati Purcell Marian with 18 points including four of six free throws, and six rebounds. Ky’Aira Miller added 18 points including two three point baskets, five rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Samaya Wilkins recorded 17 points and 13 rebounds. Cy’Aira Miller chipped in with nine points including two three point baskets, four rebounds, two assists, and four steals. Jayda Mosley chipped in with eight points, three rebounds, nine assists, and two steals. 5-11 So. McKenzie Jones added seven points, two rebounds, and two steals.

Saniyah Hall led Shaker Heights Laurel with 21 points including two three point baskets, 14 rebounds, three assists, and three steals. Tristan Williams added 13 points including three three point baskets, nine rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Jordyn Meyer recorded eight points and seven rebounds.

Cincinnati Purcell Marian - 20,18,22,19,79
Shaker Heights Laurel - 10,10,15,17,52

Cincinnati Purcell Marian - (79) – Alexander 18, Mosley 8, Wilkins 17, C. Miller 9, K. Miller 18, Jones 7, Small 2.
Shaker Heights Laurel - (52) – Johnson 0, Meyer 8, Hall 21, Edwards 3, Williams 13, Schneider 3, Robinson 2, Grammes 2.

Springboro vs. Olmsted Falls (Division I Championship)

Springboro coach Michael Holweger started the following lineup: 5-11 Sr. Chloe Downing, 5-11 Jr. Ava Wade, 6-2 Jr. Aniya Trent, 5-10 Sr. Morgan Meek, and 6-1 Jr. Bryn Martin. Olmsted Falls coach Jordan Eaton countered with 5-9 Sr. Danielle Cameron, So. Jesse Simon, 5-9 Sr. Emily Scina, 5-7 Sr. Maddie Cerovac, and 5-7 Sr. Jessica Wolanin.

Olmsted Falls defeated Springboro by the score of 52-45. There were three lead changes and four ties in this game. Olmsted Falls shot 32.6% from the field including 10 of 28 from the three point line. The Bulldogs connected on 14 of 24 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored 15 points off 11 Springboro turnovers. Springboro shot 40% from the field including four of 15 from beyond the arc. The Panthers connected on nine of 13 free throws, pulled down 29 rebounds, and scored eight points off six Olmsted Falls turnovers.

Danielle Cameron led Olmsted Falls with 19 points including four three point baskets, five of six free throws, seven rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Jesse Simon added seven points, five rebounds, and two assists. Fr. Emma Schaefer recorded seven points including four of six free throws, and four rebounds. Maddie Cerovac chipped in with six points on two three point baskets, four rebounds, and two assists. Fr. Grace Largent recorded six points and two assists. Jessica Wolanin added five points and three rebounds.

Bryn Martin led Springboro with 22 points including three three point baskets, three of three free throws, and six rebounds. Aniya Trent added 12 points, four rebounds, and four blocked shots. Chloe Downing pulled down seven rebounds.

Springboro - 11,6,16,12,45
Olmsted Falls - 9,11,15,17,52

Springboro - (45) – Downing 2, Wade 4, Trent 12, Meek 5, Martin 22.
Olmsted Falls - (52) – Cameron 19, Simon 7, Scina 0, Cerovac 6, Wolanin 5, DeLislo 2, Schaefer 7, Largent 6.



Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the OHSSA for the comprehensive stats provided for these games.

 

Please feel free to send your comments and questions concerning the event, teams, or players to me at prephoops@yahoo.com.

Ron Harrison’s reports on this and other basketball events appear on kyprephoops.com.








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Sunday, 17 March 2024
2024 TSSAA (Tennessee) Blue Cross Basketball Championships (Boys) Division I Class A, 2A, 3A, & 4A March 16, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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2024 TSSAA (Tennessee) Blue Cross Basketball Championships )Boys)
Division I Class A, 2A, 3A, & 4A

Murphy Center Murfreesboro, TN
March 16, 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

March 16th

Independence vs. Cookeville (Class 4A Championship)

Independence coach Mark Wilkins started the following lineup: 6-5 Sr. Korben Walling, 6-2 Jr. Tylan Lewis, 6-8 Sr. Houston Hicks. 6-0 Jr. Dawsyn Miller, and 6-0 Sr. Jett Montgomery. Cookeville coach Josh Heard countered with 6-3 Sr. Jack Oakley, 6-2 Jr. Jalen Heard, 6-6 Sr. Josh Heard, 5-10 Sr. Bennett Reeves, and 5-11 Sr. Colin Ayers.

Independence defeated Cookeville by the score of 53-44. There were six ties and three lead changes in this game. Independence shot 41.5% from the field including five of 15 from the three point line. The Eagles connected on 14 of 17 free throws, pulled down 29 rebounds, and scored eight points off six Cookeville turnovers. Cookeville shot 34.9% from the field including five of 16 from beyond the arc. The Cavaliers connected on nine of 13 free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds. And scored six points off seven Independence turnovers.

Jett Montgomery led Independence with 28 points including three three point baskets, 11 of 11 free throws, four rebounds, and two assists. Korben Walling added 10 points and seven rebounds. Tylan Lewis recorded seven points, two rebounds, and three assists. Houston Hicks chipped in with three points, 11 rebounds, and two blocked shots.

Bennett Reeves led Cookeville with 11 points and two rebounds. Josh Heard added 10 points and five rebounds. Jalen Heard recorded nine points including six of seven free throws, 10 rebounds, and two steals. Colin Ayers chipped in with six points, four rebounds, and two assists.

Independence - 16,13,7,17,53
Cookeville - 19,4,10,11,44

Independence - (53) – Walling 10, Lewis 7, Hicks 3, Miller 5, Montgomery 28,
Cookeville - (44) – Oakley 6, Jalen Heard 9, Josh Heard 10, Reeves 11, Ayers 6, Davis 2.

Class 4A All Tournament Team – Colin Ayers (Cookeville), Josh Heard (Cookeville), Christian Alston (Bartlett), Jacob Edwards (Rossview), Korben Walling (Independence), Houston Hicks (Independence), Bennett Reeves (Cookeville), Jalen Heard (Cookeville), Tylan Lewis (Independence), MVP Jett Montgomery (Independence).

Frank Hughes vs. Chattanooga Prep (Class A Championship)

Frank Hughes coach Chad Love started the following lineup: 6-3 So. Devin Dicus, 6-0 Jr. Weston Lineberry, 6-5 Jr. Aiden Dicus, 6-0 Jr. Levi Tuck, and 6-0 Sr. Alex Ronchetti. Chattanooga Prep coach Christian Collins countered with 6-2 Jr. Kyrell Randolph, 6-0 Jr. Eli Gaines, 6-6 So. Derrick Roberson, 5-10 Jr. Ta’Suade Williams, and 5-10 Fr. Austin Jones.

Chattanooga Prep defeated Frank Hughes by the score of 64-41. Chattanooga Prep shot 40% from the field including eight of 22 from the three point line. The Sentinels connected on 12 of 18 free throws, pulled down 38 rebounds, and scored 26 points off 21 Frank Hughes turnovers. Frank Hughes shot 37.5% from the field including zero of seven from beyond the arc. The Lions connected on five of 13 free throws, pulled down 33 rebounds, and scored nine points off 12 Chattanooga Prep turnovers.

Derrick Roberson led Chattanooga Prep with 25 points including two three point baskets, 11 rebounds, three assists, four blocked shots, and three steals. Eli Gaines added 11 points including three three point baskets, three rebounds, three assists, and two steals.

Aiden Dicus led Frank Hughes with 16 points, 12 rebounds, and two steals. Alex Ronchetti added 12 points and three rebounds. Devin Dicus recorded eight points including four of six free throws, two rebounds, and two steals. Levi Tuck pulled down seven rebounds.

Frank Hughes - 12,6,10,13,41
Chattanooga Prep - 15,10,24,15,64

Frank Hughes - (41) – D. Dicus 8, Lineberry 2, A. Dicus 16, Tuck 0, Ronchetti 12, Simmons 1, Staggs 2.
Chattanooga Prep - (64) – Randolph 2, Gaines 11, Roberson 25, Williams 5, Jones 3, Sutton 1, Collins 5, Parker 5, Koon 4, Bulis 3.

Class A All Tournament Team – Auden Slaughter (Santa Fe), Eli Adams (Gordonsville), Aiden Dicus (Frank Hughes), Brodie Sykes (Gordonsville), Austin Jones (Chattanooga Prep), Alex Ronchetti (Frank Hughes), Weston Lineberry (Frank Hughes), Joel Bulis (Chattanooga Prep), Eli Gaines (Chattanooga Prep), MVP Derrick Roberson (Chattanooga Prep).

Alcoa vs. Frederick Douglass (Class 2A Championship)

Alcoa coach Ryan Collins started the following lineup: 6-3 Sr. Jahvin Carter, 6-2 Jr. Eli Owens, 6-3 Jr. Moro Ayl, 5-11 Sr. Brady Haun, and 6-2 Fr. Jamir Dean. Frederick Douglass coach Gregory Williams countered with 6-3 Jr. Taquez Butler, 6-2 Sr. Terrence Holly, 6-4 Jr. Jarmon Brittman, 5-10 Jr. Demario Johnson, and 6-0 Jr. Marjavis Chandler.

Alcoa defeated Frederick Douglass by the score of 76-67. Alcoa shot 50.9% from the field including seven of 21 from the three point line. The Tornadoes connected on 15 of 24 free throws, pulled down 26 rebounds, and scored 28 points off 22 Frederick Doyglass turnovers. Frederick Douglass shot 43.3% from the field including two of 15 from beyond the arc. The Red Devils connected on 13 of 19 free throws, pulled down 42 rebounds, and scored 17 points off 15 Alcoa turnovers.

Jahvin Carter led Alcoa with 28 points including two three point baskets, six of eight free throws, three rebounds, five assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. Jamir Dean added 14 points, four rebounds, and two assists. Moro Ayl recorded 11 points, three assists, and three steals. Eli Owens chipped in with nine points, 10 rebounds, two assists, and three blocked shots. Brady Haun added nine points on three three point baskets, two rebounds, four assists, and two steals.

Taquez Butler led Frederick Douglass with 25 points including seven of seven free throws, six rebounds, and four assists. Jarmon Brittman added 12 points including four of six free throws, and 14 rebounds. Marjavis Chandler recorded 10 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and three assists. Terrence Holly chipped in with eight points, seven rebounds, and two blocked shots.

Alcoa - 15,18,22,21,76
Frederick Douglass - 12,8,27,20,67

Alcoa - (76) – Carter 28, Owens 9, Ayl 11, Haun 9, Dean 14, Koko 2, Graf 3.
Frederick Douglass - (67) – Butler 25, Holly 8, Brittman 12, Johnson 6, Chandler 10, Garner 2, Thompson 4.

Class 2A All Tournament Team – Jamarion Whitelow (Ripley), Jamir Dean (Alcoa), Jamarcus Whitelow (Ripley), Makhi Maben (Ripley), Taquez Butler (Frederick Douglass), Jarmon Brittman (Frederick Douglass), Moro Ayl (Alcoa), Marjavis Chandler (Frederick Douglass), Brady Haun (Alcoa), MVP Jahvin Carter (Alcoa).

Knoxville Fulton vs. Ridgeway (Class 3A Championship)

Knoxville Fulton coach Jody Wright started the following lineup: 6-4 Sr. Taj Kimber, 6-3 Sr. Denaj Kimber, 6-5 Sr. Tyler Lee, 6-1 Sr. Dexter Lewis, and 6-2 Fr. Nicholas Steen. Ridgeway coach Curtis Wooten countered with 6-5 Sr. Brian Carter, 6-2 Sr. Rayshun Golden, 6-5 Sr. Emmanuel Allen, 5-9 Sr. Marlon McShane, and 5-9 Sr. Joshua Thornton.

Knoxville Fulton defeated Ridgeway by the score of 68-47. Knoxville Fulton shot 50.8% from the field including one of eight from the three point line. The Falcons connected on five of nine free throws, pulled down 26 rebounds, and scored 21 points off 22 Ridgeway turnovers. Ridgeway shot 44.7% from the field including two of eight from beyond the arc. The Roadrunners connected on 11 of 12 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored nine points off eight Knoxville Fulton turnovers.

Tyler Lee led Knoxville Fulton with 22 points, three rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Taj Kimber added 13 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and three steals. Dexter Lewis recorded 10 points, nine rebounds, and two assists. Nicholas Steen chipped in with nine points, four rebounds, three assists, and two steals.

Marlon McShane led Ridgeway with 15 points including two three point baskets, three of four free throws, and three rebounds. Brian Carter added 12 points, five rebounds, four assists. And two blocked shots. Emmanuel Allen recorded 10 points, 11 rebounds, and four blocked shots.

Knoxville Fulton - 18,12,15,23,68
Ridgeway - 12,9,15,11,47

Knoxville Fulton - (68) – T. Kimber 13, D. Kimber 2, Lee 22, Lewis 10, Steen 9, Smith 8, Moulden 4.
Ridgeway - (47) – Carter 12, Golden 6, Allen 10, McShane 15, Thornton 4.

Class 3A All Tournament Team – Ty Cobb (Upperman), Bronzden Chaffin (Upperman), Taj Kimber (Knoxville Fulton), Brian Carter (Ridgeway), Denaj Kimber (Knoxville Fulton), Marlon McShane (Ridgeway), Nicholas Steen (Knoxville Fulton), Emmanuel Allen (Ridgeway), Dexter Lewis (Knoxville Fulton), MVP Tyler Lee (Knoxville Fulton).



Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the TSSAA for the comprehensive stats provided for these games.

 

Please feel free to send your comments and questions concerning the event, teams, or players to me at prephoops@yahoo.com.

Ron Harrison’s reports on this and other basketball events appear on kyprephoops.com.








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2024 Mingua Beef Jerky Girls' Basketball Sweet 16(R) March 13-16, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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2024 Mingua Beef Jerky Girls’ Basketball Sweet 16®
Rupp Arena

Lexington, KY
March 13-16, 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

March 13th

Owsley County vs. Bowling Green

Owsley County coach Travis Smith started the following lineup: 5-10 Jr. Aaliyah Lynch, 5-9 Sr. Shelby Murray, 6-3 Fr. Macey Brown, 5-6 Sr. Carly Smith, and 5-10 So. Addison Terry. Bowling Green coach Calvin Head countered with 6-0 Jr. Katy Smiley, 5-7 Sr. Chloe Potter, 5-9 Sr. Natajia Alexander, 5-1 Jr. Nataya Wardlow, and 5-9 Sr. Ryleigh Campbell.

Bowling Green trailed 22-7 with 4:25 remaining in the second quarter but rallied to defeat Owsley County by the score of 46-44. Bowling Green defeated Owsley County 20-15 in the final quarter. Bowling Green shot 31.1% from the field including four of 18 from the three point line. The Purples connected on 14 of 21 free throws, pulled down 36 rebounds, and scored six points off 12 Owsley County turnovers. Owsley County shot 29.8% from the field including seven of 16 from beyond the arc. The Lady Owls connected on nine of 11 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored four points off eight Bowling Green turnovers.

Katy Smiley led Bowling Green with 12 points including five of six free throws, seven rebounds, three assists, and three blocked shots. Natajia Alexander added 12 points including two three point baskets, five rebounds, and two steals. Chloe Potter recorded 12 points including five of seven free throws, and three rebounds. 5-8 Sr. Jasiyah Franklin chipped in with eight points, nine rebounds, two assists, and three blocked shots.

Carly Smith led Owsley County with 14 points including three of three free throws, six assists, and two steals. Addison Terry added 14 points including three three point baskets, five of six free throws, five rebounds, and two assists. Aaliyah Lynch recorded 11 points including three three point baskets and two assists. Shelby Murray pulled down 10 rebounds. Macey Brown chipped in with four points, three rebounds, and two blocked shots.

Owsley County - 16,6,7,15,44
Bowling Green - 4.9,13,20,46

Owsley County - (44) – Lynch 11, Murray 1, Brown 4, Smith 14, Terry 14.
Bowling Green - (46) – Smiley 12, Potter 12, Alexander 12, Wardlow 0, Campbell 2, Franklin 8.

Russell vs. McCracken County

Russell coach Mandy Layne started the following lineup: 5-10 Sr. Hannah Sanders, 5-7 So. Kennedy Darnell, 5-10 Sr. Courtney Fitzpatrick, 5-3 Sr. Bella Quinn, and 5-6 Sr. Shaelyn Steele. McCracken County coach Scott Sivills countered with 5-11 Sr. Mikee Buchanan, 5-10 Sr. Claire Johnson, 5-10 So. Reagan Hill, 5-6 8th Grade Ava Hughes, and 5-7 Sr. Jayden Skaggs.

A suffocating defense by McCracken County and early foul trouble doomed Russell in a 50-33 loss. McCracken County shot 47.2% from the field including one of five from the three point line. The Lady Mustangs connected on 15 of 21 free throws, pulled down 35 rebounds, and scored 12 points off 13 Russell turnovers. Russell shot 26.1% from the field including two of 21 from beyond the arc. The Lady Devils connected on seven of 10 free throws, pulled down 20 rebounds, and scored 12 points off 18 McCracken County turnovers.

Claire Johnson led McCracken County with 21 points including 12 of 15 free throws, seven rebounds, six assists, and two steals. Reagan Hill added 12 point, 11 rebounds, three assists, and two blocked shots. Mikee Buchanan recorded eight points, six rebounds, and two steals. Jayden Skaggs chipped in with six points, two rebounds, and two assists.

Shaelyn Steele led Russell with 15 points including four of four free throws, nine rebounds, three assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. Kennedy Darnell added 11 points, three rebounds, and three steals.

Russell - 9,5,7,12,33
McCracken County - 17,8,13,12,50

Russell - (33) – Sanders 4, Darnell 11, Fitzpatrick 3, Quinn 0, Steele 15.
McCracken County - (50) – Buchanan 8, Johnson 21, Hill 12, Hughes 3, Skaggs 6.

Anderson County vs. Butler

Anderson County coach Clay Birdwhistell started the following lineup: 6-0 Jr. Lainey Johnson, 5-9 Sr. Claire Cooper, 5-10 Jr. Ella Baum, 5-7 Sr. Faith Hyatt, and 5-9 Sr. Jenna Satterly. Butler coach Candyce Wheeler countered with 6-1 Sr. Mariah Knight, 5-4 Sr. Keziah Bradley, 6-5 Sr. Ramiya White, 4-10 Jr. Anieja Russell, and 5-3 Sr. Emaree Gober.

Butler trailed 38-36 after three quarters but responded with defensive intensity and connected on eight of eight field goals in the final quarter to earn a 58-49 victory over Anderson County. There were nine ties and eight lead changes in this game. Butler shot 57.5% from the field including six of 12 from the three point line. The Bearettes connected on six of eight free throws, pulled down 19 rebounds, and scored eight points off seven Anderson County turnovers. Anderson County shot 39.2% from the field including six of 17 from beyond the arc. The Lady Bearcats connected on three of four free throws, pulled down 26 rebounds, and scored three points off seven Butler turnovers.

Ramiya White led Butler with 16 points and four rebounds. Emaree Gober added 11 points including three three point baskets, and four assists. Mariah Knight recorded 10 points, four rebounds, two assists, and two blocked shots. 5-8 Sr. Malia Patrick chipped in with 10 points including two three point baskets, and four assists. Anieja Russell added six points, five rebounds, and five assists.

Lainey Johnson led Anderson County with 17 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and three assists. Jenna Satterly added 17 points, four rebounds, and two steals. Claire Cooper recorded eight points including two three point baskets, five rebounds, and two assists.

Anderson County - 11,11,16,11,49
Butler - 11,13,12,22,58

Anderson County - (49) – Johnson 17, Cooper 8, Baum 0, Hyatt 3, Satterly 17, Glass 2, McGregor 2.
Butler - (58) – Knight 10, Bradley 2, White 16, Russell 6, Gober 11, Patrick 10, Robinson 3.

North Laurel vs. Franklin County

North Laurel coach Eddie Mahan started the following lineup: 5-11 Jr. Brooke Nichelson, 5-9 Sr. Gracie McKnight, 6-3 Sr. Chloe McKnight, 5-6 So. Haley Combs, and 5-7 Sr. Jaelyn Black. Franklin County coach Joey Thacker countered with 6-1 Sr. Rachel Shropshire, 5-8 Jr. Madison Jackson, 6-2 Jr. Juliana Frazee, 5-6 Jr. Leia Hogan, and 5-7 So. Logan Kennedy.

Franklin County utilized an excellent defensive effort and good bench scoring to defeat North Laurel by the score of 51-30. Franklin County suffered a setback in the first half as starting center Juliana Frazee left the game with an ankle injury late in the first half. Franklin County shot 51.4% from the field including four of 11 from the three point line. The Lady Flyers connected on 11of 15 free throws, pulled down 29 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 12 North Laurel turnovers. North Laurel shot 27.5% from the field including zero of 12 from beyond the arc. The Lady Jaguars connected on eight of 11 free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and scored 10 points off 16 Franklin County turnovers.

Rachel Shropshire led Franklin County with 14 points including three three point baskets, and four rebounds. 6-0 Jr. Keyonna Taylor added 12 points including four of six free throws, six rebounds, and two blocked shots. 5-4 Fr. Makiyia Wheeler recorded six points including four of five free throws, two rebounds, and nine assists. Logan Kennedy chipped in with four points, five rebounds, and three assists.

6-2 Fr. Marielle Claybrook led North Laurel with 10 points and four rebounds. Haley Combs added seven points and four steals. Brooke Nichelson recorded six points including four of four free throws, and five rebounds.

North Laurel - 7,7,11,5,30
Franklin County - 9,17,13,12,51

North Laurel - (30) – Nichelson 6, G. McKnight 0, C. McKnight 5, Combs 7, Black 2, Claybrook 10.
Franklin County - (51) – Shropshire 14, Jackson 3, Frazee 5, Hogan 5, L. Kennedy 4, Wheeler 6, Taylor 12, Walton 2.





March 14th

Pikeville vs. Bethlehem

Pikeville coach Kristy Orem started the following lineup: 5-9 Sr. Rylee Theiss, 5-6 Sr. Kyera Thornsbury, 5-8 Jr. Leighan Jackson, 5-5 Sr. Kristen Whited, and 5-6 Sr. Trinity Rowe. Bethlehem coach Jason Clark countered with 5-8 Sr. Ashlyn Miles, 5-7 Jr. Tessa Miles, 6-3 Jr. Leah Macy, 5-5 Sr. Kensey Clayton, and 5-7 Sr. Carlie Thurmond.

Bethlehem trailed 32-26 at halftime but tightened up their defense in the second half and rallied for a 56-49 victory over Pikeville. Pikeville actually led by 11 mid way through the second quarter. There were four ties and eight lead changes in the game. Bethlehem shot 41.7% from the field including one of 10 from the three point line. The Banshees connected on 15 of 18 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored seven points off seven Pikeville turnovers. Pikeville shot 37.3% from the field including six of 22 from beyond the arc. The Lady Panthers connected on five of 12 free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and scored eight points off eight Bethlehem turnovers.

Leah Macy led Bethlehem with 31 points including seven of eight free throws, 17 rebounds, and two blocked shots. Tessa Miles added nine points, five rebounds, and three steals. Carlie Thurmond recorded six points including four of six free throws, and two rebounds.

Trinity Rowe led Pikeville with 17 points including two three point baskets, three of four free throws, four rebounds, and six assists. Kyera Thornsbury added 14 points, four rebounds, and two assists. Kristen Whited recorded 10 points including two three point baskets, and three rebounds. Leighan Jackson chipped in with five points and eight rebounds. Rylee Theiss pulled down seven rebounds.

Pikeville - 19,13,8,9,49
Bethlehem - 14,12,18,12,56

Pikeville - (49) – Theiss 0, Thornsbury 14, Jackson 5, Whited 10, Rowe 17, Kidd 3.
Bethlehem - (56) – A. Miles 4, T. Miles 9, Macy 31, Clayton 4, C. Thurmond 6, McIlroy 2.

Henderson County vs. Owensboro

Henderson County coach Stephen Haile started the following lineup: 5-7 Jr. Anna Kemp, 5-7 So. A’Tylia Green, 5-9 Jr. Allyson Rideout, 5-4 So. Adalyn Gish, and 5-5 Jr. Rashia Cansler. Owensboro coach Jansen Locher countered with 5-7 So. Abby Sapp, 5-7 Sr. Alyrica Hughes, 5-9 Jr. Heleina John, 5-3 So. Unique Carter-Swanagan, and 5-4 Jr. Shalyn Sprinkles.

Henderson County defeated Owensboro by the score of 43-39 in a game characterized by runs. Owensboro led 26-14 with 3:24 left in the second quarter but Henderson County went on a run to lead 29-26 with 3:42 left in the third quarter and never trailed again. Henderson County shot 39.5% from the field including seven of 16 from the three point line. The Lady Colonels connected on six of 10 free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and scored 11 points off nine Owensboro turnovers. Owensboro shot 27.1% from the field including three of 16 from beyond the arc. The Lady Devils connected on 10 of 10 free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored nine points off 14 Henderson County turnovers.

A’Tylia Green led Henderson County with 17 points including two three point baskets, three of four free throws, seven rebounds, and two blocked shots. Allyson Rideout added eight points and eight rebounds. Anna Kemp recorded six points, 11 rebounds, two assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. Adalyn Gish chipped in with six points and three assists.

Unique Carter-Swanagan led Owensboro with 15 points including two three point baskets, three of three free throws, four rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Heleina John added 13 points and three rebounds. Alyrica Hughes recorded five points and five rebounds. Shalyn Sprinkles chipped in with four points on four of four free throws, three rebounds, and two assists.

Henderson County - 9,10,12,12,43
Owensboro - 19,7,2,11,39

Henderson County - (43) – Kemp 6, Green 17, Rideout 8, Gish 6, Cansler 3, Locher 3.
Owensboro - (39) – Sapp 0, Hughes 5, John 13, Carter-Swanagan 15, Sprinkles 4, Whitlock 2.

Sacred Heart Academy vs. George Rogers Clark

Sacred Heart Academy coach Donna Moir started the following lineup: 6-0 Jr. ZaKiyah Johnson, 5-8 Sr. Claire Russell, 6-3 Sr. Angelina Pelayo, 5-3 Fr. Amirah “Tootie” Jordan, and 5-10 Sr. Reagan Bender. George Rogers Clark coach Robbie Graham countered with 5-8 Sr. Makili Tabor, 5-8 So. Teigh Yeast, 5-10 Jr. Khania Jones, 5-5 Fr. Kennedy Stamper, and 5-7 So. Anaya Chestnut.

Sacred Heart Academy defeated George Rogers Clark by the score of 57-46. George Rogers Clark led 21-12 after the first quarter but Sacred Heart outscored the Lady Cardinals 14-0 in the second quarter to lead 26-21 at halftime. There were two ties and two lead changes in the game. Sacred Heart Academy shot 53.5% from the field including four of seven from the three point line. The Valkyries connected on seven of 14 free throws, pulled down 33 rebounds, and scored 22 points off 15 GRC turnovers. George Rogers Clark shot 39.5% from the field including six of 20 from beyond the arc. The Lady Cardinals connected on six of 10 free throws, pulled down 17 rebounds, and scored sive points off 18 Sacred Heart Academy turnovers.

Angelina Pelayo led Sacred Heart Academy with 20 points, nine rebounds, and three assists. ZaKiyah Johnson added 18 points including two three point baskets, six rebounds, five assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. Reagan Bender recorded eight points, three assists, and three steals. Claire Russell chipped in with six points and 11 rebounds. Amirah “Tootie” Jordan recorded five points and four assists.

Kennedy Stamper led George Rogers Clark with 13 points including two three point baskets, and four rebounds. Anaya Chestnut added 11 points including three three point baskets. Teigh Yeast recorded eight points, three rebounds, three assists, and three steals.

Sacred Heart Academy - 12,14,16,15,57
George Rogers Clark - 21,0,11,14,46

Sacred Heart Academy - (57) – Johnson 18, Russell 6, Pelayo 20, Jordan 5, Bender 8.
George Rogers Clark - (46) – Tabor 3, Yeast 8, Jones 0, Stamper 13, A, Chestnut 11, Green 4, Settles 3, Miller 4.

Danville Christian Academy vs. Cooper

Danville Christian Academy coach Billy Inmon started the following lineup: 5-10 Fr. Amauri Blackford, 5-8 So. Paisley Metz, 6-4 Jr. Grace Mbugua, 5-4 Sr. Braxtyn Heck, and 5-7 So. Grace Meyer. Cooper coach Justin Holthaus countered with 6-1 Sr. Logan Luebbers Palmer, 6-1 Sr. Liz Freihofer, 6-1 Sr. Bella Deere, 5-10 Sr. Maleah Alexander, and 6-0 Fr. Haylee Noel.

Cooper led 58-47 after three quarters but had to withstand a furious Danville Christian Academy rally to earn a 65-63 victory. Cooper shot 38.9% from the field including four of 10 from the three point line. The Lady Jaguars connected on 19 of 26 free throws, pulled down 23 rebounds, and scored 26 points off 22 Danville Christian turnovers. Danville Christian shot 54.1% from the field including seven of 14 from beyond the arc. The Lady Warriors connected on 16 of 26 free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and scored 13 points off nine Cooper turnovers.

Logan Luebbers Palmer led a balanced Cooper scoring attack with 15 points including six of seven free throws, three rebounds, and four steals. Liz Freihofer added 14 points including three of four free throws, five rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Haylee Noel recorded 11 points including three of four free throws, three rebounds, and four assists. Bella Deere chipped in with 10 points including two three point baskets, five rebounds, and two steals. 5-9 So. Addison Brissey added six points. 5-11 Jr. Zene Thompson recorded five points, two assists, two blocked shots, and four steals.

Grace Mbugua led Danville Christian with 34 points including three three point baskets, seven of 11 free throws, 14 rebounds, three assists, four blocked shots, and two steals. What mkes her performance even more remarkable was that she was whistled for her fourth foul late in the second quarter and played the rest of the game without fouling out of the contest. Paisley Metz added eight points including two three point baskets and two rebounds. Grace Meyer recorded six points including two three point baskets and two rebounds. Braxtyn Heck chipped in with six points on six of 11 free throws, six rebounds, four assists, and two steals. 6-0 Sr. Emily Musasi recorded six points and five rebounds.

Danville Christian Academy - 20,13,14,16,63
Cooper - 12,24,22,7,65

Danville Christian Academy - (63) – Blackford 3, Metz 8, Mbugua 34, Heck 6, Meyer 6, Musasi 6.
Cooper - (65) – Luebber Palmer 15, Freihofer 14, Deere 10, Alexander 2, Noel 11, Brissey 6, Scott 2, Thompson 5.

March 15th

McCracken County vs. Bowling Green (Quarterfinal)

McCracken County coach Scott Sivills started the following lineup: 5-11 Sr. Mikee Buchanan, 5-10 Sr. Claire Johnson, 5-10 So. Reagan Hill, 5-6 8th Grade Ava Hughes, and 5-7 Sr. Jayden Skaggs. Bowling Green coach Calvin Head countered with 6-0 Jr. Katy Smiley, 5-7 Sr. Chloe Potter, 5-9 Sr. Natajia Alexander, 5-1 Jr. Nataya Wardlow, and 5-9 Sr. Ryleigh Campbell.

McCracken County defeated Bowling Green by the score of 47-41. McCracken County shot 46.4% from the field including five of 11 from the three point line. The Lady Mustangs connected on 16 of 20 free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and scored 15 points off 11 Bowling Green turnovers. Bowling Green shot 40% from the field including five of 13 from beyond the arc. The Purples connected on eight of 15 free throws, pulled down16 rebounds, and scored nine points off 10 McCracken County turnovers.

Claire Johnson led McCracken County with 16 points including eight of eight free throws, five rebounds, five assists, and three steals. Mikee Buchanan added 15 points including two three point baskets, five of eight free throws, eight rebounds, and two assists. Jayden Skaggs recorded nine points on three three point baskets and three rebounds.

Natajia Alexander led Bowling Green with 13 points including two three point baskets, and three steals. Nataya Wardlow added nine points including two three point baskets, four rebounds, and two assists. 5-8 Sr. JaSiyah Franklin recorded eight points, two rebounds, and two assists. Katy Smiley chipped in with six points including four of six free throws, and two blocked shots.

McCracken County - 11,9,9,18,47
Bowling Green - 8,4,13,16,41

McCracken County - (47) – Buchanan 15, Johnson 16, Hill 2, Hughes 5, Skaggs 9.
Bowling Green - (41) – Smiley 6, Potter 0, Alexander 13, Wardlow 9, Campbell 5, Franklin 8.

Franklin County vs. Butler (Quarterfinal)

Franklin County coach Joey Thacker started the following lineup: 6-1 Sr. Rachel Shropshire, 5-8 Jr. Madison Jackson, 6-0 Jr. Keyonna Taylor, 5-6 Jr. Leia Hogan, and 5-7 So. Logan Kennedy. Butler coach Candyce Wheeler countered with 6-1 Sr. Mariah Knight, 5-4 Sr. Keziah Bradley, 6-5 Sr. Ramiya White, 4-10 Jr. Anieja Russell, and 5-3 Sr. Emaree Gober.

Ramiya White scored Butler’s last 10 points of the game to allow the Bearettes to defeat Franklin County 39-36. There were five ties and eight lead changes in the game. Butler shot 43.2% from the field including three of five from the three point line. The Bearettes connected on four of 15 from the three point line, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored 14 points off 15 Franklin County turnovers. Franklin County shot 20.9% from the field including one of 13 from beyond the arc. The Lady Flyers connected on 17 of 23 free throws, pulled down 31 rebounds, and scored 16 points off 19 Butler turnovers.

Ramiya White led Butler with 19 points, 12 rebounds, and five blocked shots. Mariah Knight added 12 points, 10 rebounds, three assists, three blocked shots, and two steals. 5-8 Sr. Malia Patrick recorded six points on two three point baskets and three assists.

Rachel Shropshire led Franklin County with eight points, two rebounds, and two steals. Logan Kennedy added six points including four of four free throws, six rebounds, and two steals. 6-2 Jr. Juliana Frazee recorded six points including four of four free throws, and nine rebounds. Madison Jackson chipped in with five points, three rebounds, two blocked shots, and two steals.

Franklin County - 9,4,12,11,36
Butler - 10,4,12,13,39

Franklin County - (36) – Shropshire 8, Jackson 5, Taylor 4, Hogan 5, L. Kennedy 6, Frazee 6, Wheeler 2.
Butler - (39) – Knight 12, Bradley 2, White 19, Russell 0, Gober 0, Patrick 6.

Bethlehem vs. Sacred Heart Academy (Quarterfinal)

Bethlehem coach Jason Clark started the following lineup: 5-8 Sr. Ashlyn Miles, 5-7 Jr. Tessa Miles, 6-3 Jr. Leah Macy, 5-5 Sr. Kensey Clayton, and 5-7 Sr. Carlie Thurmond. Sacred Heart Academy coach Donna Moir countered with 6-0 Jr. ZaKiyah Johnson, 5-8 Sr. Claire Russell, 6-3 Sr. Angelina Pelayo, 5-3 Fr. Amirah “Tootie” Jordan, and 5-10 Sr. Reagan Bender.

Sacred Heart Academy raced out to a 23-9 first quarter lead on their way to a 71-47 victory over Bethlehem. Sacred Heart shot 53.6% from the field including six of 20 from the three point line. The Valkyries connected on five of nine free throws, pulled down 37 rebounds, and scored 19 points off 16 Bethlehem turnovers. Bethlehem shot 31.4% from the field including two of 11 from beyond the arc. The Banshees connected on 13 of 17 free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored 12 points off 16 Sacred Heart turnovers.

ZaKiyah Johnson led Sacred Heart Academy with 21 points including three three point baskets, five rebounds, five assists, four blocked shots, and three steals. Reagan Bender added 17 points including two three point baskets, five rebounds, and three assists. Angelina Pelayo recorded 10 points, six rebounds, and three assists. Claire Russell chipped in with eight points, 11 rebounds, and three assists. Amirah “Tootie” Jordan added five points, two rebounds, and eight assists.

Tessa Miles led Bethlehem with 17 points including four of five free throws, and four rebounds. Leah Macy added 13 points, 14 rebounds, five blocked shots, and two steals. Carlie Thurmond recorded 12 points including seven of eight free throws, and two steals.

Bethlehem - 9,16,7,15,47
Sacred Heart Academy - 23,17,19,12,71

Bethlehem - (47) – A. Miles 4, T. Miles 17, Leah Macy 13, Clayton 0, C. Thurmond 12, McIlroy 1.
Sacred Heart Academy - (71) – Johnson 21, Russell 8, Pelayo 10, Jordan 5, Bender 17, Osting 2, Frey 6, Wolff 2.

Henderson County vs. Cooper (Quarterfinal)

Henderson County coach Stephen Haile started the following lineup: 5-7 Jr. Anna Kemp, 5-7 So. A’Tylia Green, 5-9 Jr. Allyson Rideout, 5-4 So. Adalyn Gish, and 5-5 Jr. Rashia Cansler. Cooper coach Justin Holthaus countered with 6-1 Sr. Logan Luebbers Palmer, 6-1 Sr. Liz Freihofer, 6-1 Sr. Bella Deere, 5-10 Sr. Maleah Alexander, and 6-0 Fr. Haylee Noel.

Cooper recovered from a slow start to defeat Henderson County by the score of 47-37. Cooper shot 46.3% from the field including two of 10 from the three point line. The Lady Jaguars connected on seven of seven free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and scored 15 points off 16 Henderson County turnovers. Henderson County shot 45.5% from the field including two of nine from beyond the arc. The Lady Colonels connected on five of seven free throws, pulled down 20 rebounds, and scored six points off eight Cooper turnovers.

Haylee Noel led Cooper with 11 points, six rebounds, three assists, and two blocked shots. 5-11 Jr. Zene Thompson added eight points and five assists. Liz Freihofer recorded seven points, six rebounds, five assists, and five steals. Logan Luebbers Palmer chipped in with seven points and three rebounds. 5-9 So. Addison Brissey added six points, two rebounds, and two assists. Bella Deere recorded six points and two rebounds.

A’Tylia Green led Henderson County with 21 points including four of four free throws, and four assists. Adalyn Gish added eight points and five rebounds. Allyson Rideout recorded four points and nine rebounds. Anna Kemp chipped in with four points, four rebounds, and two assists.

Henderson County - 10,5,12,10,37
Cooper - 5,13,15,14,47

Henderson County - (37) – Kemp 4, Green 21, Rideout 4, Gish 8, Cansler 0.
Cooper - (47) – Luebbers Palmer 7, Freihofer 7, Deere 6, Alexander 2, Noel 11, Thompson 8, Brissey 6.





March 16th

Butler vs. McCracken County (Semifinal)

Butler coach Candyce Wheeler started the following lineup: 6-1 Sr. Mariah Knight, 5-4 Sr. Keziah Bradley, 6-5 Sr. Ramiya White, 4-10 Jr. Anieja Russell, and 5-3 Sr. Emaree Gober. McCracken County coach Scott Sivills countered with 5-11 Sr. Mikee Buchanan, 5-10 Sr. Claire Johnson, 5-10 So. Reagan Hill, 5-6 8th Grade Ava Hughes, and 5-7 Sr. Jayden Skaggs.

McCracken County defeated Butle by the score of 74-57. McCracken County shot 51.1% from the field including eight of 17 from the three point line. The Lady Mustangs connected on 18 of 22 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored 24 points off 18 Butler turnovers. Butler shot 42.9% from the field including seven of 23 from beyond the arc. The Bearettes connected on eight of 11 free throws, pulled down 24 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 14 McCracken County turnovers.

Claire Johnson led McCracken County with 39 points including five three point baskets, eight of nine free throws, three rebounds, two assists, two blocked shots, and three steals in only 25 minutes of playing time. Mikee Buchanan added 25 points including two three point baskets, nine of 11 free throws, 10 rebounds, four assists, and three steals. Ava Hughes recorded five points, five rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Reagan Hill chipped in with four points, seven rebounds, and three assists.

Ramiya White led Butler with 18 points, nine rebounds, and two assists. Mariah Knight added 14 points including three three point baskets, three rebounds, five assists, and two steals. 5-8 Sr. Malia Patrick recorded 12 points including three three point baskets, four rebounds, three assists, and three steals.

Butler - 5,23,19,10,57
McCracken County - 21,14,16,23,74

Butler - (57) – Knight 14, Bradley 0, White 18, Russell 5, Gober 0, Patrick 12, Robinson 6, Alexander 2.
McCracken County - (74) – Buchanan 25, Johnson 39. Hill 4, Hughes 5, Skaggs 0, Bolen 1.

Cooper vs. Sacred Heart Academy (Semifinal)

Cooper coach Justin Holthaus started the following lineup: 6-1 Sr. Logan Luebbers Palmer, 6-1 Sr. Liz Freihofer, 6-1 Sr. Bella Deere, 5-10 Sr. Maleah Alexander, and 6-0 Fr. Haylee Noel. Sacred Heart Academy coach Donna Moir countered with 6-0 Jr. ZaKiyah Johnson, 5-8 Sr. Claire Russell, 6-3 Sr. Angelina Pelayo, 5-3 Fr. Amirah “Tootie” Jordan, and 5-10 Sr. Reagan Bender.

Sacred Heart Academy defeated Cooper by the score of 58-50. Sacred Heart Academy shot 41.9% from the field including two of nine from the three point line. The Valkyries connected on 20 of 24 free throws, pulled down 31 rebounds, and scored 15 points off 11 Cooper turnovers. Cooper shot 35.4% from the field including 11 of 25 from beyond the arc. The Lady Jaguars connected on five of six free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored 14 points off eight Sacred Heart turnovers.

Amirah “Tootie” Jordan led Sacred Heart Academy with 17 points including six of six free throws, and two steals. ZaKiyah Johnson added 15 points including four of four free throws, nine rebounds, four assists, and three steals. Claire Russell recorded 10 points, eight rebounds, and three steals. Angelina Pelayo chipped in with eight points, six rebounds, and three blocked shots. Reagan Bender recorded six points including four of four free throws, five rebounds, and three assists.

Liz Freihofer led Cooper with 15 points including three three point baskets, six rebounds, three assists, and three blocked shots. Logan Luebbers Palmer added 15 points including two three point baskets, three of four free throws, and five rebounds. Bella Deere recorded nine points on three three point baskets, two rebounds, and three assists. Haylee Noel chipped in with five points, three rebounds, and four assists.

Cooper - 5,12,13,20,50
Sacred Heart Academy - 9,17,12,20,58

Cooper - (50) – Luebbers Palmer 15, Freihofer 15, Deere 9, Alexander 0, Noel 5, Brissey 3, Rankin 3.
Sacred Heart Academy - (58) – Johnson 15, Russell 10, Pelayo 8, Jordan 17, Bender 6, Howe 2.

Sacred Heart Academy vs. McCracken County (Championship)

Sacred Heart Academy coach Donna Moir started the following lineup: 6-0 Jr. ZaKiyah Johnson, 5-8 Sr. Claire Russell, 6-3 Sr. Angelina Pelayo, 5-3 Fr. Amirah “Tootie” Jordan, and 5-10 Sr. Reagan Bender. McCracken County coach Scott Sivills countered with 5-11 Sr. Mikee Buchanan, 5-10 Sr. Claire Johnson, 5-10 So. Reagan Hill, 5-6 8th Grade Ava Hughes, and 5-7 Sr. Jayden Skaggs.

Sacred Heart Academy made history tonight as they become the first high school team in Kentucky to record a 4-peat with a 60-49 victory over a very talented McCracken County squad. Sacred Heart led 32-28 at halftime and gradually pulled away in the second half. There were four ties and seven lead changes in this game. Sacred Heart shot 61.9% from the field including four of 13 from the three point line. The Valkyries connected on four of 12 free throws, pulled down 19 rebounds, and scored 15 points off 21 McCracken County turnovers. McCracken County shot 48.6% from the field including two of 11 from beyond the arc. The Lady Mustangs connected on 13 of 15 free throws, pulled down 20 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 16 Sacred Heart turnovers.

ZaKiyah Johnson led Sacred Heart Academy with 21 points, six rebounds, and four assists. Reagan Bender added 18 points including four three point baskets, two rebounds, and seven assists. Angelina Pelayo recorded 13 points, three rebounds, four assists, and three steals.

Claire Johnson led McCracken County with 24 points including 10 of 11 free throws, four rebounds, and two steals. Mikee Buchanan added 19 points including two three point baskets, three of four free throws, six rebounds, and three steals.

Sacred Heart Academy - 15,17,21,7,60
McCracken County - 14,14,15,6,49

Sacred Heart Academy - (60) – Johnson 21, Russell 0, Pelayo 13, Jordan 2, Bender 18, Kincaid 4, Frey 2.
McCracken County - (49) – Johnson 24, Buchanan 19, Hill 2, Hughes 0, Skaggs 0, Bolen 4.



Sweet Sixteen ® Academic Scholarship – Carly Smith Owsley County. J.B Mansfield Award based on citizenship, basketball ability, academic achievement, and sportsmanship – Carlie Thurmond Bethlehem.

All Tournament Team

Chloe Potter (Bowling Green), Rachel Shropshire (Franklin County), Leah Macy (Bethlehem), A’Tylia Green (Henderson County), Mariah Knight (Butler), Ramiya White (Butler), Liz Freihifer (Cooper), Logan Luebbers Palmer (Cooper), Claire Johnson (McCracken County), Reagan Hill (McCracken County), Mikee Buchanan (McCracken County), Reagan Bender (Sacred Heart Academy), Angelina Pelayo (Sacred Heart Academy), and MVP ZaKiyah Johnson (Sacred Heart Academy).



Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the Event Stats Crew for the comprehensive stats provided for these games.

 

Please feel free to send your comments and questions concerning the event, teams, or players to me at prephoops@yahoo.com.

Ron Harrison’s reports on this and other basketball events appear on kyprephoops.com.








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Thursday, 14 March 2024
2024 11th Region Tournament (Boys & Girls) March 4-12, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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2024 11th Region Basketball Tournament (Boys & Girls)
Various Locations & Paul Laurence Dunbar (Semifinals & Championships)

Richmond, Berea, Georgetown, Frankfort, and Lexington KY
March 4-12, 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

March 4th

Madison Southern vs. Franklin County (Girls) (Franklin County High School)

Madison Southern coach Josh Curtis started the following lineup: 5-10 So. Laci Sandlin, 5-8 8th Grade Briana Hensley, 5-10 Sr. Bailey Hensley, 5-5 Jr. Ashlan Estep, and 5-4 So. Hadley French. Franklin County coach Joey Thacker countered with 6-1 Sr. Rachel Shropshire. 5-8 Jr. Madison Jackson, 6-2 Jr. Juliana Frazee, 5-7 So. Logan Kennedy, and 5-6 Jr. Leia Hogan,

Franklin County defeated Madison Southern by the score of 67-45. Franklin County shot 54.3% from the field including five of 13 from the three point line. The Lady Flyers connected on 12 of 22 free throws, pulled down 40 rebounds, and scored 14 points off 13 Madison Southern turnovers. Madison Southern shot 33.3% from the field including seven of 23 from beyond the arc. The Lady Eagles connected on 10 of 16 free throws, pulled down 19 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 11 Franklin County turnovers.

Leia Hogan led Franklin County with 17 points including four three point baskets, five rebounds, and three steals. Juliana Frazee added 12 points, four rebounds, and two blocked shots. 6-0 Jr. Keyonna Taylor recorded 10 points and five rebounds. Logan Kennedy chipped in with eight points, six rebounds, and five assists. Madison Jackson added eight points, five rebounds, and three steals. Rachel Shropshire recorded six points, six rebounds, four assists, four assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. 5-4 Fr. Makiyia Wheeler chipped in with four points, three rebounds, and four assists.

Hadley French led Madison Southern with 14 points including three three point baskets. Bailey Hensley added 12 points, two rebounds, and two assists. Laci Sandlin recorded seven points, six rebounds, and two assists. 5-5 8th Grade Cami Duerson chipped in with six points on two three point baskets. Ashlan Estep recorded two points, four rebounds, and three assists.

Madison Southern - 8,7,12,18,45
Franklin County - 11,22,15,19,67

Madison Southern - (45) – Sandlin 7, Briana Hensley 3, Bailey Hensley 12, Estep 2, French 14, Duerson 6, Coburn 1.
Franklin County - (67) – Shropshire 6, Jackson 8, Frazee 12, L. Kennedy 8, L. Hogan 17, Taylor 10, Wheeler 4, C. Kennedy 2.

Henry Clay vs. Tates Creek (Girls) (Tates Creek High School)

Henry Clay coach Ashley Garrard started the following lineup: 5-9 Sr. Allison Stone, 5-8 Sr. Lydia Van Metre, 5-10 Sr. Elizabeth Nelson, 5-2 Jr. Ariyanna Sutton, and 5-6 Sr. Timarri Miller. Tates Creek coach Jana Costner countered with 5-9 Sr. Ashton Harris, 5-6 Jr. Miracle Morbley, 5-9 7th Grade Isabelle Ellison, 5-4 So. Jazlene Potter, and 5-6 Fr. Kaleigh Potts.

Henry Clay defeated Tates Creek by the score of 54-47. There were 10 lead changes and eight ties in this game. Henry Clay shot 40.9% from the field including five of 15 from the three point line. The Lady Blue Devils connected on 13 of 18 free throws, pulled down 29 rebounds, and scored 22 points off 22 Tates Creek turnovers. Tates Creek shot 34.8% from the field including three of 15 from beyond the arc. The Lady Commodores connected on 12 of 21 free throws, pulled down 34 rebounds, and scored 14 points off 22 Henry Clay turnovers.

Timarri Miller led Henry Clay with 15 points including four of four free throws, two rebounds, five assists, and two steals. Allison Stone added 11 points, nine rebounds, and two blocked shots. Lydia Van Metre recorded 10 points including two three point baskets, two assists, and two steals. Ariyanna Sutton chipped in with eight points, seven rebounds, two assists, and three steals. 5-9 Jr. Amari Sims recorded five points and four rebounds.

Ashton Harris led Tates Creek with 12 points and nine rebounds. Isabelle Ellison added 12 points including two three point baskets, three rebounds, and three assists. Kaleigh Potts recorded 11 points including five of six free throws, three rebounds, three assists, and three steals. Miracle Morbley chipped in with seven points, five rebounds, and three steals. Jazlene Potter pulled down eight rebounds.

Henry Clay - 9,8,15,22,54
Tates Creek - 10,4,15,18,47

Henry Clay - (54) – Stone 11, Van Metre 10, Nelson 4, Sutton 8, Miller 15, Sims 5, Jeffers 1.
Tates Creek - (47) – Harris 12, Morbley 7, Ellison 12, Potter 0, Potts 11, Bazzell 5.

Great Crossing vs. Madison Central (Girls) (Madison Central High School)

Great Crossing coach Matt Walls started the following lineup: 5-11 Sr. Ava Schureman, 5-8 Sr. Olivia Tierney, 6-1 Jr. Kennedy Harrison, 5-3 8th Grade Kendall Kearney, and 5-6 Jr. Jaelle Henderson. Madison Central coach Scott True countered with 5-7 Sr. Eden Carter, 5-7 Jr. Brooke Campbell, 5-9 Jr. Cameryn Ridderikhoff, 5-7 Jr. Brittany Campbell, and 5-6 Jr. Nataya Strader.

Nataya Strader hit a runner in the lane in the closing seconds to give Madison Central a 42-41 victory over Great Crossing. Great Crossing led by six points early in the final quarter and had a late 41-40 lead on a basket by Olivia Tierney setting the stage for Stader’s game winning heroics. There were two ties and four lead changes in the game. Madison Central shot 38.1% from the field including four of 16 from the three point line. The Lady Indians connected on six of 13 free throws, pulled down 24 rebounds, and scored 24 points off 22 Great Crossing turnovers. Great Crossing shot 35% from the field including zero of eight from beyond the arc. The Lady Warhawks connected on 13 of 18 free throws, pulled down 37 rebounds, and scored 16 points off 16 Madison Central turnovers.

Nataya Strader led Madison Central with 22 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and three steals. Cameryn Ridderikhoff added 13 points including two three point baskets, three rebounds, two assists, and three steals. 5-4 So. Jordynn Miles recorded six points, three rebounds, and five steals. Brooke Campbell recorded seven rebounds, two assists, and two steals.

Olivia Tierney led Great Crossing with 17 points including seven of 10 free throws, and four steals. Ava Schureman added eight points, seven rebounds, two assists, and three steals. 5-5 Fr. Nia Carr recorded six points and three rebounds. Kennedy Harrison added two points and 18 rebounds.

Great Crossing - 12,10,11,8,41
Madison Central - 14,11,6,11,42

Great Crossing - (41) – Schureman 8, O. Tierney 17, Harrison 2, Kearney 2, Jenelle Henderson 2, Carr 6, C. Tierney 2, Iriondo 2.
Madison Central - (42) – Carter 1, Bro. Campbell 0. Ridderikhoff 13, Bri. Campbell 0, Strader 22, Miles 6.

Lafayette vs. Frederick Douglass (Girls) (Frederick Douglass High School))

Lafayette coach Allison Denton started the following lineup: 5-10 Jr. Belle Combs, 5-8 Fr. Addison Combs, 5-10 Jr. Tess Nelson, 5-5 So. Anna Clay Denton, and 5-5 Jr. Abbey Popham. Frederick Douglass coach Daryl Moberly countered with 5-10 Fr. Jaylee Knowles, 5-9 Jr. Amayah Maxwell, 6-2 Sr. Ayanna-Sarai Darrington, 5-3 Jr. Kate Baker, and 5-7 Jr. Niah Rhodes.

Frederick Douglass defeated Lafayette by the score of 65-47. Frederick Douglass shot 51% from the field including seven of 17 from the three point line. The Lady Broncos connected on eight of 13 free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and scored 21 points off 14 Lafayette turnovers. Lafayette shot 35.1% from the field including five of 21 from beyond the arc. The Lady Generals connected on two of six free throws, pulled down 34 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 15 Frederick Douglass turnovers.

Niah Rhodes led Frederick Douglass with 20 points including four three point baskets. Ayanna-Sarai Darrington added 12 points, seven rebounds, two assists, and three steals. Amayah Maxwell recorded 11 points. Jaylee Knowles chipped in with 10 points including six of seven free throws, four rebounds, three assists, and three blocked shots.

Anna Clay Denton led Lafayette with 12 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, six assists, and four steals. Belle Combs added 11 points, eight rebounds, two assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. Tess Nelson recorded nine points, six rebounds, and two assists. Addison Combs chipped in with six points and seven rebounds. Abbey Popham added five points and three rebounds.

Lafayette - 13,7,15,12,47
Frederick Douglass - 23,26,13,3,65

Lafayette - (47) – B. Combs 11, A. Combs 6, Nelson 9, Denton 12, Popham 5, Tishibangi 2, Davis 2.
Frederick Douglass - (65) – Knowles 10, Maxwell 11, Darrington 12, Baker 3, Rhodes 20, Bennett 2, King 2, Atkins 3, Gregonis 2.



March 5th

Madison Central vs. Frederick Douglass (Boys) (Frederick Douglass High School)

Madison Central coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. started the following lineup: 6-2 Jr. Cody Morrison, 6-2 Sr. Eli Steele, 6-5 So. Luke Asher, 6-0 So. Will Richardson, and 6-0 Jr. Landon Ray. Frederick Douglass coach Stephon Harris countered with 6-4 Jr. Armelo Boone, 6-3 Jr. Aveion Chenault, 6-4 Jr. DeMarcus Surratt, 5-8 Jr. Chris Wright, and 6-2 Jr. Logan Busson.

Frederick Douglass raced out to a 16-5 first quarter lead on their way to a 64-44 victory over Madison Central. Frederick Douglass shot 51.1% from the field including five of 16 from the three point line. The Broncos connected on 13 of 21 free throws, pulled down 24 rebounds, and scored 18 points off 14 Madison Central turnovers. Madison Central shot 43.9% from the field including four of 10 from beyond the arc. The Indians connected on four of seven free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored seven points off four Frederick Douglass turnovers.

DeMarcus Surratt led Frederick Douglass with 16 points including four of six free throws, five rebounds, and three assists. Armelo Boone added 15 points and nine rebounds. Chris Wright recorded nine points on three three point baskets. Logan Busson chipped in with eight points, four rebounds, and two assists. Aveion Chenault added six points, three rebounds, and three steals.

Cody Morrison led Madison Central with 18 points including two three point baskets. Luke Asher added eight points, 10 rebounds, and two assists. 6-6 Sr. Tye Thomas recorded seven points. 5-8 Fr. Ricky Goatley chipped in with seven points, three assists, and two steals.

Madison Central - 5,13,15,11,44
Frederick Douglass - 16,14,16,18,64

Madison Central - (44) – Morrison 18, E. Steele 1, Asher 8, Richardson 0, Ray 0, C. Steele 3, Goatley 7, Thomas 7.
Frederick Douglass - (64) – Boone 15, Chenault 6, Surratt 16, Wright 9, Busson 8, Mitchell 6, Talbert 2, Jones 2.

Western Hills vs. Lexington Catholic (Boys) (Lexington Catholic High School)

Western Hills coach Geoff Cody started the following lineup: 6-2 So. Noah Morris, 5-11 Sr. Austin Stone, 6-5 Jr. Javeon Campbell, 5-9 Jr. Cole McDonald, and 5-7 So. Cameron Flynn. Lexington Catholic coach Brandon Salsman countered with 6-5 Sr. Tyler Doyle, 6-4 Sr. Rowan Williams, 6-7 Sr. Miller Williams, 6-0 Sr. John Reinhart, and 6-3 Sr. Brody Turner.

Lexington Catholic defeated Western Hills by the score of 85-26. Lexington Catholic shot 58.1% from the field including six of 18 from the three point line. The Knights connected on seven of seven free throws, pulled down 38 rebounds, and scored 36 points off 23 Western Hills turnovers. Western Hills shot 23.1% from the field including three of 22 from beyond the arc. The Wolverines connected on five of 11 free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and scored three points off five Lexington Catholic turnovers.

Tyler Doyle led Lexington Catholic with 14 points and four assists. Rowan Williams added 10 points, eight rebounds, two assists, and two steals. John Reinhart recorded 10 points including two three point baskets. 6-0 Sr. Sam Smith chipped in with nine points, three assists, and three steals. 6-4 Sr. Owen Kennedy added nine points, three rebounds, and two blocked shots. 6-6 So. Max Meagher recorded eight points and six rebounds. Miller Williams chipped in with six points and seven rebounds.

Javeon Campbell led Western Hills with 12 points and three rebounds.

Western Hills - 13,0,10,3,26
Lexington Catholic - 30,26,17,12,85

Western Hills - (26) – Morris 3, Stone 2, Campbell 12, McDonald 3, Flynn 0, Clouse 3, Nguyen 1, Higgins 2.
Lexington Catholic - (85) – Doyle 14, R. Williams 10, M. Williams 6, Reinhart 10, Turner 5, Gambrell 6, Clements 2, Smith 9, Meagher 8, Harward 4, Kennedy 9, E. Williams 2.

Bryan Station vs. Great Crossing (Boys) (Great Crossing High School)

Bryan Station coach Champ Ligon Jr. started the following lineup: 6-4 Sr. Daeveon Adams, 6-3 So Taeshawn Adams, 6-7 Jr. Felix Gonzalez, 6-1 So. Amari Owens, and 6-3 Jr. Kristian Gerton. Great Crossing coach Steve Page countered with 6-7 Sr. Jeremiah Godfrey, 6-5 Jr. Vince Dawson III, 7-1 Jr. Malachi Moreno, 5-9 Jr. Junius Burrell, and 6-4 Jr. Gage Richardson.

Great Crossing outscored Bryan Station 18-9 in the third quarter on their way to a 69-61 victory. There were two lead changes and six ties in the game. Great Crossing shot 52.9% from the field including five of 12 from the three point line. The Warhawks connected on 10 of 15 free throws, pulled down 33 rebounds, and scored 20 points off 13 Bryan Station turnovers. Bryan Station shot 47.1% from the field including six of 15 from beyond the arc. The Defenders connected on seven of 12 free throws, pulled down 24 rebounds, and scored seven points off 13 Great Crossing turnovers.

Vince Dawson III led Great Crossing with 22 points including four three point baskets, seven rebounds, and two assists. Malachi Moreno added 21 points, 13 rebounds, and eight blocked shots. Junius Burrell recorded eight points, two rebounds, four assists, and three steals. Jeremiah Godfrey chipped in with six points, three rebounds, and two blocked shots.

Amari Owens led Bryan Station with 31 points including two three point baskets, five of nine free throws, three rebounds, and three steals. Taeshawn Adams added 14 points, six rebounds, and four assists. Kristian Gerton recorded eight points including two three point baskets and three steals.

Bryan Station - 19,18,9,15,61
Great Crossing - 15,19,18,17,69

Bryan Station - (61) – D. Adams 0, T. Adams 14, Gonzalez 5, Owens 31, Gerton 8, Richmond 3.
Great Crossing - (69) – Godfrey 6, Dawson 22, Moreno 21, Burrell 8, Richardson 5, Holman 2, Warren 5.

Lexington Christian Academy vs. Madison Southern (Boys) (Madison Southern High School)

Lexington Christian Academy coach Ted Hall started the following lineup: 6-1 Sr. Kenyatta Hardge, 6-2 Jr. Hagan Preston, 6-5 So. Simon King, 5-11 So. Sam Spillman, and 6-0 Jr. Saxton Howard. Madison Southern coach Steve Wright countered with 6-4 Sr. Jay Rose, 6-1 Sr. Zach Hudson, 6-3 Sr. Avery Davidson, 5-8 Jr. Casen Nobbe, and 6-0 Sr. Braden Hudson.

Madison Southern rallied from a 16 point deficit early in the second quarter to defeat Lexington Christian Academy by the score of 76-70. The score was tied once and there were five lead changes in this game. Madison Southern shot 49% from the field including 11 of 27 from the three point line. The Eagles connected on 15 of 19 free throws, pulled down 24 rebounds, and scored 23 points off 14 LCA turnovers. Lexington Christian Academy shot 51.1% from the field including 15 of 29 from beyond the arc. The Eagles connected on nine of 14 free throws, pulled down 28 rebounds, and scored three points off five Madison Southern turnovers.

Zach Hudson led Madison Southern with 22 points including two three point baskets, eight of 10 free throws, two rebounds, four assists, and four steals. Casen Nobbe added 18 points including five three point baskets, three rebounds, and three assists. Jay Rose recorded 16 points, nine rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Avery Davidson chipped in with 16 points including three three point baskets, four rebounds, and three assists. Braden Hudson added four points, four rebounds, and six assists.

Saxton Howard led Lexington Christian Academy with 24 points including six three point baskets, four of six free throws, five rebounds, and five assists. Hagan Preston added 16 points including four three point baskets, eight rebounds, and four assists. Simon King recorded 12 points including three three point baskets, three of four free throws, seven rebounds, and three assists. Kenyatta Hardge chipped in with 12 points and four rebounds.

Lexington Christian Academy - 17,12,22,19,70
Madison Southern - 4,24,27,21,76

Lexington Christian Academy - (70) – Hardge 12, Preston 16, King 12, Spillman 6, Howard 24.
Madison Southern - (76) – Rose 16, Z. Hudson 22, Davidson 16, Nobbe 18, B. Hudson 4.

March 7th

Franklin County vs. Henry Clay (Girls) (Semifinal) Paul Laurence Dunbar High School

Franklin County coach Joey Thacker started the following lineup: 6-1 Sr. Rachel Shropshire. 5-8 Jr. Madison Jackson, 6-2 Jr. Juliana Frazee, 5-7 So. Logan Kennedy, and 5-6 Jr. Leia Hogan. Henry Clay coach Ashley Garrard countered with 5-9 Sr. Allison Stone, 5-8 Sr. Lydia Van Metre, 5-10 Sr. Elizabeth Nelson, 5-2 Jr. Ariyanna Sutton, and 5-6 Sr. Timarri Miller.

Franklin County defeated Henry Clay by the score of 56-32. Franklin County shot 53.7% from the field including three of 10 from the three point line. The Lady Flyers connected on nine of 15 free throws, pulled down 31 rebounds, and scored 24 points off 21 Henry Clay turnovers. Henry Clay shot 27.8% from the field including one of 10 from beyond the arc. The Lady Blue Devils connected on 11 of 16 free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 22 Franklin County turnovers.

Madison Jackson led Franklin County with 15 points including two three point baskets, three assists, and three steals. Julaina Frazee added 13 points including five of seven free throws, five rebounds, and two blocked shots. Leia Hogan recorded nine points, two assists, and three steals. 5-4 Fr. Makiyia Wheeler chipped in with seven points, three rebounds, and two steals. Logan Kennedy added three points, eight rebounds, six assists, and two steals. 6-0 Jr. Keyonna Taylor recorded five points, eight rebounds, and two blocked shots.

Timarri Miller led Henry Clay with 11 points including seven of eight free throws, two rebounds, and four steals. Allison Stone added five points and seven rebounds.

Franklin County - 15,18,13,10,56
Henry Clay - 8,9,1,14,32

Franklin County - (56) – Shropshire 4, Jackson 15, Frazee 13, L. Kennedy 3, Hogan 9, Wheeler 7, Taylor 5.
Henry Clay - (32) – Stone 5, Van Metre 2, Nelson 3, Sutton 5, Miller 11, Waide 2, Sims 4.

All 11th Region Girl’s Team – Ayanna-Sarai Darrington, POY (Frederick Douglass), Niah Rhodes (Frederick Douglass), Hadley French (Madison Southern), Rachel Shropshire (Franklin County), Nataya Strader (Madison Central), Allison Stone (Henry Clay), Juliana Frazee (Franklin County), Abigail Beard (Berea), Leia Hogan (Franklin County), Belle Combs (Lafayette), Kailyn Gentry (Bryan Station). Timarri Miller (Henry Clay). COY Joey Thacker (Franklin County).



Frederick Douglass vs. Madison Central (Girls) (Semifinal) Paul Laurence Dunbar High School

Frederick Douglass coach Daryl Moberly started the following lineup: 5-10 Fr. Jaylee Knowles, 5-9 Jr. Amayah Maxwell, 6-2 Sr. Ayanna-Sarai Darrington, 5-3 Jr. Kate Baker, and 5-7 Jr. Niah Rhodes. Madison Central coach Scott True countered with 5-7 Sr. Eden Carter, 5-7 Jr. Brooke Campbell, 5-9 Jr. Cameryn Ridderikhoff, 5-7 Jr. Brittany Campbell, and 5-6 Jr. Nataya Strader.

Frederick Douglass led 24-17 at halftime and pulled away in the second half for a 66-40 vicory over Madison Central. Frederick Douglass shot 54.7% from the field including six of 14 from the three point line. The Lady Broncos connected on two of six free throws, pulled down 43 rebounds, and scored nine points off 12 Madison Central turnovers. Madison Central shot 25.5% from the field including three of 24 from beyond the arc. The Lady Indians connected on nine of 18 free throws, pulled down 28 rebounds, and scored 14 points off 18 Frederick Douglass turnovers.

Amayah Maxwell led Frederick Douglass with 20 points including four three point baskets, and five rebounds. Ayanna-Sarai Darrington added 12 points, 11 rebounds, and two assists. 5-9 So. Miami King recorded 11 points and seven rebounds. Niah Rhodes chipped in with 11 points including two three point baskets, three rebounds, two assists, and three steals.

Cameryn Ridderikhoff led Madison Central with 10 points including four of five free throws, four rebounds, three assists, and four steals. Nataya Strader added 10 points including three of four free throws, five rebounds, and two assists. Eden Carter recorded nine points and four rebounds.

Frederick Douglass - 13,11,23,19,66
Madison Central - 6,11,10,13,40

Frederick Douglass - (66) – Knowles 4, Maxwell 20, Darrington 12, Baker 2, Rhodes 11, King 11, Bennett 6.
Madison Central - (40) – Carter 9, Bro. Campbell 3, Ridderikhoff 10, Bri. Campbell 3, Strader 10, Miles 5.



March 9th

Lexington Catholic vs. Frederick Douglass (Boys) (Semifinal) Paul Laurence Dunbar High School

Lexington Catholic coach Brandon Salsman started the following lineup: 6-5 Sr. Tyler Doyle, 6-4 Sr. Rowan Williams, 6-7 Sr. Miller Williams, 6-0 Sr. John Reinhart, and 6-3 Sr. Brody Turner. Frederick Douglass coach Stephon Harris countered with 6-4 Jr. Armelo Boone, 6-3 Jr. Aveion Chenault, 6-4 Jr. DeMarcus Surratt, 5-8 Jr. Chris Wright, and 6-2 Jr. Logan Busson.

Lexington Catholic raced out to a 33-13 halftime lead and withstood a late rally by Frederick Douglass to earn a 60-50 victory. Lexington Catholic shot 56.5% from the field including four of 10 from the three point line. The Knight connected on four of six free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and scored 15 points off 10 Frederick Douglass turnovers. Frederick Douglass shot 35.2% from the field including eight of 27 from beyond the arc. The Broncos connected on four of 12 free throws, pulled down 28 rebounds, and scored nine points off 12 Lexington Catholic turnovers.

Rowan Williams led Lexington Catholic with 19 points, 15 rebounds, and six assists. Tyler Doyle added 13 points, three assists, and five steals. Miller Williams recorded 10 points and two rebounds.

Armelo Boone led Frederick Douglass with 14 points including two three point baskets, five rebounds, four assists, and two blocked shots. DeMarcus Surratt added 12 points, six rebounds, and two assists. 6-0 Sr. Jake Mitchell recorded seven points including two three point baskets. Aveion Chenault chipped in with four points, five rebounds, two assists, and three blocked shots. Logan Busson recorded four points, eight rebounds, and two assists.

Lexington Catholic - 20,13,10,17,60
Frederick Douglass - 8,5,23,14,50

Lexington Catholic - (60) – Doyle 13, R. Williams 19, M. Williams 10, Reinhart 7, Turner 0, Smith 7, Kennedy 4.
Frederick Douglass - (50) – Boone 14, Chenault 4, Surratt 12, Wright 6, Busson 4, Mitchell 7, Jones 3.



All 11th Region Boy’s Team – Malachi Moreno (POY) (Great Crossing), Vince Dawson III (Great Crossing), Armelo Boone (Frederick Douglass), Tyler Doyle (Lexington Catholic), Jay Rose (Madison Southern), Amari Owens (Bryan Station), Ian Reesor (Sayre), Brock Coffman (Sayre), Javeon Campbell (Western Hills), Kayson Brown (Henry Clay), John Reinhart (Lexington Catholic). Aveion Chenault (Frederick Douglass), Jeremiah Godfrey (Great Crossing) (COY) Champ Ligon (Bryan Station).

Madison Southern vs. Great Crossing (Boys) (Semifinal) Paul Laurence Dunbar High School

Madison Southern coach Steve Wright started the following lineup: 6-4 Sr. Jay Rose, 6-1 Sr. Zach Hudson, 6-3 Sr. Avery Davidson, 5-8 Jr. Casen Nobbe, and 6-0 Sr. Braden Hudson. Great Crossing coach Steve Page countered with 6-7 Sr. Jeremiah Godfrey, 6-5 Jr. Vince Dawson III, 7-1 Jr. Malachi Moreno, 5-9 Jr. Junius Burrell, and 6-4 Jr. Gage Richardson.

Great Crossing defeated Madison Southern by the score of 85-64. Great Crossing shot 52.4% from the field including seven of 19 from the three point line. The Warhawks connected on 12 of 13 free throws, pulled down 38 rebounds, and scored 12 points off 10 Madison Southern turnovers. Madison Southern shot 42.9% from the field including six of 19 from beyond the arc. The Eagles connected on 10 of 11 free throws, pulled down 23 rebounds, and scored five points off 12 Great Crossing turnovers.

Malachi Moreno led Great Crossing with 28 points on nine of nine from the field and 10 of 11 from the free throw line, 15 rebounds, and two blocked shots. Vince Dawson III added 25 points including three three point baskets, seven rebounds, and three assists. Junius Burrell recorded 15 points including three three point baskets, six rebounds, and five assists. Jeremiah Godfrey chipped in with eight points, three rebounds, and three blocked shots.

Zach Hudson led Madison Southern with 22 points including three three point baskets, four rebounds, and two assists. Braden Hudson added 17 points including two three point baskets, and three rebounds. Jay Rose recorded 10 points, two rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Casen Nobbe chipped in with nine points, three rebounds, and five assists.

Madison Southern - 8,16,20,20,64
Great Crossing - 17,29,18,21,85

Madison Southern - (64) – Rose 10, Z. Hudson 22, Davidson 0, Nobbe 9, B. Hudson 17, Davis 2, Whitaker 2, Adams 2.
Great Crossing - (85) – Godfrey 8, Dawson 25, Moreno 28, Burrell 15, Richardson 3, Warren 4, Holman 2.



Frederick Douglass vs. Franklin County (Girls) (Championship) Paul Laurence Dunbar High School

Frederick Douglass coach Daryl Moberly started the following lineup: 5-10 Fr. Jaylee Knowles, 5-9 Jr. Amayah Maxwell, 6-2 Sr. Ayanna-Sarai Darrington, 5-3 Jr. Kate Baker, and 5-7 Jr. Niah Rhodes. Franklin County coach Joey Thacker countered with 6-1 Sr. Rachel Shropshire. 5-8 Jr. Madison Jackson, 6-2 Jr. Juliana Frazee, 5-7 So. Logan Kennedy, and 5-6 Jr. Leia Hogan.

Franklin County rallied from a 33-29 deficit at the end of three quarters to outscore Frederick Douglass 24-13 in the final quarter to earn an emotional victory for Coach Thacker by the score of 53-46. Franklin County’s Leia Hogan would not be denied in the comeback as she tallied 16 of her game high 19 points in the final quarter. There were seven lead changes and five ties in this game. Franklin County shot 40.5% from the field including six of 17 from the three point line. The Lady Flyers connected on 17 of 25 free throws, pulled down 26 rebounds, and scored 22 points off 10 Frederick Douglass turnovers. Frederick Douglass shot 38.5% from the field including five of 11 from beyond the arc. The Lady Broncos connected on 11 of 17 free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored seven points off five Franklin County turnovers.

Leia Hogan led Franklin County with 19 points including four three point baskets, three of four free throws, three rebounds, and two assists. Juliana Frazee added 15 points including seven of eight free throws, four rebounds, four assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. Rachel Shropshire recorded 11 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and two steals. Logan Kennedy chipped in with four points, nine rebounds, and five assists.

Ayanna-Sarai Darrington led Frederick Douglass with 13 points including nine of 13 free throws, 13 rebounds, and two assists. Amayah Maxwell added 10 points and five rebounds. Kate Baker recorded nine points on three three point baskets and two assists. 5-6 So. Mikalee Bennett chipped in with six points. Jaylee Knowles recorded five points, four rebounds, two assists, and one steals.

Frederick Douglass - 9,13,11,13,46
Franklin County - 10,8,11,24,53

Frederick Douglass - (46) – Knowles 5, Maxwell 10, Darrington 13, Baker 9, Rhodes 3, Bennett 6.
Franklin County - (53) – Shropshire 11, Jackson 2, Frazee 15, L. Kennedy 4, Hogan 19, Wheeler 2.

All Tournament Team – Anna Clay Denton (Lafayette), Ashton Harris (Tates Creek), Hadley French (Madison Southern), Olivia Tierney (Great Crossing), Timarri Miller (Henry Clay), Elizabeth Nelson (Henry Clay), Nataya Strader (Madison Central), Cameryn Ridderikhoff (Madison Central), Kate Baker (Frederick Douglass), Amayah Maxwell (Frederick Douglass), Ayanna-Sarai Darrington (Frederick Douglass), Juliana Frazee (Franklin County), Rachel Shropshire (Franklin County), Logan Kennedy (Franklin County), and Leia Hogan (MVP) (Franklin County).



March 12th

Great Crossing vs. Lexington Catholic (Boys) (Championship) Paul Laurence Dunbar High School

Great Crossing coach Steve Page started the following lineup: 6-7 Sr. Jeremiah Godfrey, 6-5 Jr. Vince Dawson III, 7-1 Jr. Malachi Moreno, 5-9 Jr. Junius Burrell, and 6-4 Jr. Gage Richardson. Lexington Catholic coach Brandon Salsman countered with 6-5 Sr. Tyler Doyle, 6-4 Sr. Rowan Williams, 6-7 Sr. Miller Williams, 6-0 Sr. John Reinhart, and 6-3 Sr. Brody Turner.

Vince Dawson III hit a three point basket at the buzzer gave Great Crossing a 56-53 victory over Lexington Catholic in a packed gym tonight. Dawson had nailed another three point basket with 32 seconds remaining to tie the game at 53-53. Lexington Catholic led 33-24 late in the first half and the score was tied seven times with 11 lead changes. Great Crossing shot 60.5% from the field including five of 14 from the three point line. The Warhawks connected on five of eight free throws, pulled down 23 rebounds, and scored six points off four Lexington Catholic turnovers. Lexington Catholic shot 38.9% from the field including six of 19 from beyond the arc. The Knights connected on five of five free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored 18 points off 10 Great Crossing turnovers.

Vince Dawson III led Great Crossing with 23 points including two three point baskets, and nine rebounds. Junius Burrell added 13 points including two three point baskets, and four assists. Malachi Moreno recorded 11 points, eight rebounds, five assists, and four blocked shots. Jeremiah Godfrey chipped in with four points, two rebounds, and two blocked shots.

Tyler Doyle led Lexington Catholic with 25 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and three assists. John Reinhart added 15 points including three three point baskets, and three rebounds. 6-0 Sr. Sam Smith recorded seven points and two rebounds. Rowan Williams chipped in with six points, 10 rebounds, and three assists.

Great Crossing - 13,15,12,16,56
Lexington Catholic - 13,20,10,10,53

Great Crossing - (56) – Godfrey 4, Dawson 23, Moreno 11, Burrell 13, Richardson 5,
Lexington Catholic - (53) – Doyle 25. R. Williams 6, M. Williams 0, Reinhart 15, Turner 0, Smith 7.

All Tournament Team: Cody Morrison (Madison Central), Amari Owens (Bryan Station), Saxton Howard (Lexington Christian Academy), Javeon Campbell (Western Hills), Armelo Boone (Frederick Douglass), DeMarcus Surratt (Frederick Douglass), Zach Hudson (Madison Southern), Braden Hudson (Madison Southern), Tyler Doyle (Lexington Catholic), Rowan Williams (Lexington Catholic), John Reinhart (Lexington Catholic), Jeremiah Godfrey (Great Crossing), Junius Burrell (Great Crossing), Malachi Moreno (Great Crossing), and Vince Dawson III (MVP) (Great Crossing).

Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the WL Stats Crew for the comprehensive stats provided for these games.

 

Please feel free to send your comments and questions concerning the event, teams, or players to me at prephoops@yahoo.com.

Ron Harrison’s reports on this and other basketball events appear on kyprephoops.com.








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8th Region Girls Basketball Tournament March 4,5, 8, & 9, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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8th Region Tournament (Girls)
Anderson County High School

Lawrenceburg, KY
March 4, 5, 8, 9, 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

March 4th

North Oldham vs. Owen County

North Oldham coach Mac McIntosh started the following lineup: 5-10 So. Izzy Gross, 5-6 Jr. Avery Cameron, 5-11 Sr. Saylor Hankins, 5-4 8th Grade Greyson Luehrs, and 5-6 Sr. Katherine Smith. Owen County coach Amy Wasselman countered with 5-10 Sr. Haley Logan, 5-8 So. Kylee Steffen, 5-10 Sr. Rachel Howard, 5-3 Sr. Adi Bowling, and 5-7 Jr. Kaileigh Gibson.

North Oldham withstood a late rally to defeat Owen County by the score of 50-48. North Oldham led 27-14 early in the third quarter. There were two lead changes and three ties in this game. North Oldham shot 34.8% from the field including four of 16 from the three point line. The Lady Mustangs connected on 14 of 19 free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored 25 points off 17 Owen County turnovers. Owen County shot 41% from the field including six of 19 from beyond the arc. The Lady Rebels connected on 10 of 14 free throws, pulled down 33 rebounds, and scored eight points off six North Oldham turnovers.

Katherine Smith led North Oldham with 16 points including 12 of 16 free throws, six rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Saylor Hankins added 10 points, six rebounds, and two assists. 5-6 Sr. Gracie Sipes recorded 10 points including two three point baskets. 5-4 8th Grade Greyson Luehrs chipped in with eight points including two three point baskets.

Haley Logan led Owen County with 23 points including two three point baskets, five of seven free throws, seven rebounds, and three assists. Rachel Howard added 11 points including four of five free throws, and 11 rebounds. Kylee Steffen recorded seven points including two three point baskets and five rebounds.

North Oldham - 15,7,9,19,50
Owen County - 8,6,14,20,48

North Oldham - (50) – Gross 2, Cameron 2, Hankins 10, Luehrs 8, Smith 16, Sipes 10, Dailey 2.
Owen County - (48) – Logan 23, Steffen 7, Howard 11, Bowling 3, Gibson 2, Mason 2.

Spencer County vs. Simon Kenton

Spencer County coach John R. Howie Jr. started the following lineup: 5-7 Jr. Hawley Johnson, 5-5 Sr. Skyler Mills, 5-11 Sr. Ella Brown, 5-4Jr. Kayla Basham, and 5-4 Jr. Ava Raque. Simon Kenton coach Brenden Stowers countered with 5-9 So. Haylie Webb, 5-9 Sr. Rylie Flynn, 5-10 So. Anna Kelch, 5-3 Fr. Brynli Pernell, and 5-7 So. Meg Gadzala.

Ella Brown stole the ball and passed to Hawley Johnson to give Spencer County a 46-45 upset victory over Simon Kenton in the closing seconds of the game. That was the only lead for Spencer County in the entire game. Spencer County shot 45.9% from the field including six of 14 from the three point line. The Lady Bears connected on six of eight free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored five points off 11 Simon Kenton turnovers. Simon Kenton shot 42.1% from the field including three of seven from beyond the arc. The Lady Pioneers connected on 10 of 15 free throws, pulled down 18 rebounds, and scored 20 points off 18 Spencer County turnovers.

Ella Brown led Spencer County with 17 points including two three point baskets, six rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Hawley Johnson added nine points including three of four free throws, and seven rebounds. Skyler Mills recorded nine points, four rebounds, and three assists. Kayla Basham chipped in with six points on two three point baskets and four rebounds.

Brynli Pernell led Simon Kenton with 15 points including six of eight free throws, two rebounds, and two steals. Haylie Webb added nine points and six rebounds. Anna Kelch recorded nine points including one three point basket and two of two free throws.

Spencer County - 7,13,17,9,46
Simon Kenton - 15,10,15,5,45

Spencer County - (46) – Johnson 9, Mills 9, Brown 17, Basham 6, Raque 2, Scott 3.
Simon Kenton - (45) – Webb 9, Flynn 4, Kelch 9, Pernell 15, Gadzala 4, Ober 2, Blevins 2.



March 5th

Trimble County vs. Anderson County

Trimble County coach Zach Adair started the following lineup: 5-7 Sr. Addison Edmondson, 5-7 Jr. Jolie Wilkcoxson, 5-8 Jr. Trinity Crawford, 5-5 Sr. Kimberly Rodriguez, and 5-3 Sr. Payton Butters. Anderson County coach Clay Birdwhistell countered with 6-0 Jr. Lainey Johnson, 5-9 Sr. Claire Cooper, 5-10 Jr. Ella Baum, 5-7 Sr. Faith Hyatt, and 5-9 Sr. Jenna Satterly.

Anderson County defeated Trimble County by the score of 59-28. Anderson County shot 48% from the field including six of 18 from the three point line. The Lady Bearcats connected on five of 10 free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored 22 points off 20 Trimble County turnovers. Trimble County shot 41.7% from the field including one of four from beyond the arc. The Lady Raiders connected on seven of 11 free throws, pulled down 20 rebounds, and scored three points off seven Anderson County turnovers.

Lainey Johnson led Anderson County with 25 points including three three point baskets, nine rebounds, two assists, three blocked shots, and four steals. Jenna Satterly added 12 points, two rebounds, four assists, and three steals.

Addison Edmondson led Trimble County with 13 points including four of six free throws, and four rebounds. Jolie Wilcoxson added seven points including three of four free throws and three rebounds.

Trimble County - 3,15,3,7,28
Anderson County - 15,14,15,15,59

Trimble County - (28) – Edmondson 13, Wilcoxson 7, Crawford 0, Rodriguez 0, Butters 2, Stark 4, Mahoney 2.
Anderson County - (59) – Johnson 25, Cooper 2, Baum 5, Hyatt 3, Satterly 12, Wells 6, Glass 1, McGregor 5.

Grant County vs. South Oldham

Grant County coach Shawn West started the following lineup: 5-9 Sr. Sarah Russell, 5-7 Jr. Caroline Barnes, 5-9 Jr. Jada Cummins, 5-2 Fr, Olivia Ginn, and 5-4 Jr. Skyler Menefee. South Oldham coach Gene Heffington countered with 5-8 Sr. Ella Morrison, 5-7 Sr. Chloe John, 5-8 So. Madison Young, 5-5 Fr. Grace Turner, and 5-7 Fr. Brynn Brickey.

South Oldham defeated Grant County by the score of 81-78. South Oldham led Grant County 55-39 in the third quarter but Grant County finished the quarter on a 20-5 run to cut the deficit to one; 60-59 entering the final quarter. There were four ties and four lead changes in the game. South Oldham shot 52.6% from the field including eight of 22 from the three point line. The Lady Dragons connected on 13 of 18 free throws, pulled down 44 rebounds, and scored 16 points off 14 Grant County turnovers. Grant County shot 42.6% from the field including six of 23 from beyond the arc. The Lady Braves connected on 14 of 19 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored 31 points off 27 South Oldham turnovers.

Madison Young led South Oldham with 25 points including nine of 12 free throws, 14 rebounds, five assists, three blocked shots, and two steals. Ella Morrison added 22 points including three three point baskets, five rebounds, two assists, and three blocked shots. Brynn Brickey recorded 21 points including five three point baskets and two rebounds. Chloe John chipped in with eight points and three rebounds. Grace Turner added five points, seven rebounds, two assists, and three steals.

Sarah Russell led Grant County with 28 points including seven of nine free throws, eight rebounds, and six steals. Caroline Barnes added 21 points including three three point baskets, five rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Jada Cummins recorded 15 points including five of eight free throws, three rebounds, two blocked shots, and two steals. Olivia Ginn chipped in with 10 points including two three point baskets, nine assists, and five steals.

Grant County - 19,8,32,19,78
South Oldham - 22,18,20,21,81

Grant County - (78) – Russell 28, Barnes 21, Cummins 15, Ginn 10, Menefee 2, Vanholten 2.
South Oldham - (81) – Morrison 22, John 8, Young 25, Turner 5, Brickey 21.





March 8th

Spencer County vs. North Oldham (Semifinal)

Spencer County coach John R. Howie Jr. started the following lineup: 5-7 Jr. Hawley Johnson, 5-5 Sr. Skyler Mills, 5-11 Sr. Ella Brown, 5-4 Jr. Kayla Basham, and 5-4 Jr. Ava Raque. North Oldham coach Mac McIntosh countered with : 5-10 So. Izzy Gross, 5-6 Sr. Gracie Sipes, 5-11 Sr. Saylor Hankins, 5-4 8th Grade Greyson Luehrs, and 5-6 Sr. Katherine Smith.

Spencer County defeated North Oldham by the score of 47-25. Spencer County shot 48.7% from the field including four of 17 from the three point line. The Lady Bears connected on five of nine free throws, pulled down 28 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 12 North Oldham turnovers. North Oldham shot 24.2% from the field including one of 12 from beyond the arc. The Lady Mustangs connected on eight of 11 free throws, pulled down 20 rebounds, and scored eight points off seven Spencer County turnovers.

Ella Brown led Spencer County with 20 points including two three point baskets, six rebounds, and three steals. Hawley Johnson added 10 points and three rebounds. Kayla Basham recorded two points and eight rebounds.

Katherine Smith led North Oldham with eight points including five of six free throws. Izzy Gross added eight points and seven rebounds. 5-8 So. Kennedy Daley recorded six points and five rebounds.

Spencer County - 9,8,17,13,47
North Oldham - 3,10,4,8,25

Spencer County - (47) – Johnson 10, Mills 2, E. Brown 20, Basham 2, Raque 5, Gracie Brown 2, Cox 3, Scott 3.
North Oldham - (25) – Gross 8, Sipes 0, Hankins 2, Luehrs 0, Smith 8, Daley 6, Cameron 1.

South Oldham vs. Anderson County (Semifinal)

South Oldham coach Gene Heffington started the following lineup: 5-8 Sr. Ella Morrison, 5-7 Sr. Chloe John, 5-8 So. Madison Young, 5-5 Fr. Grace Turner, and 5-7 Fr. Brynn Brickey. Anderson County coach Clay Birdwhistell countered with 6-0 Jr. Lainey Johnson, 5-9 Sr. Claire Cooper, 5-10 Jr. Ella Baum, 5-7 Sr. Faith Hyatt, and 5-9 Sr. Jenna Satterly.

Anderson County outscored South Oldham 19-9 in the third quarter on their way to a 62-49 victory. There were six lead changes and three ties in this game. Anderson County shot 31.4% from the field including four of 15 from the three point line. The Lady Bearcats connected on 26 of 32 free throws, pulled down 48 rebounds, and scored four points off four South Oldham turnovers. South Oldham shot 37% from the field including seven of 24 from beyond the arc. The Lady Dragons connected on eight of 17 free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored six points off six Anderson County turnovers.

Lainey Johnson led Anderson County with 23 points including two three point baskets, nine of 10 free throws, 10 rebounds, and two assists. Jenna Satterly added 20 points including 16 of 18 free throws, five rebounds, and four assists. Ella Baum recorded seven points and five rebounds. 5-9 Jr. Faith McGregor added nine points and 10 rebounds.

Madison Young led South Oldham with 16 points including six of nine free throws, eight rebounds, and three assists. Ella Morrison Added 11 points including two three point baskets, five rebounds, and three blocked shots. Brynn Brickey recorded 11 points including three three point baskets, and four rebounds.

South Oldham - 7,20,9,13,49
Anderson County - 10,14,19,19,62

South Oldham - (49) – Morrison 11, John 3, Young 16, Turner 5, Brickey 11, Hall 3.
Anderson County - (62) – Johnson 23, Cooper 0, Baum 7, Hyatt 3, Satterly 20, McGregor 9.



March 9th

Spencer County vs. Anderson County (Championship)

Spencer County coach John R. Howie Jr. started the following lineup: 5-7 Jr. Hawley Johnson, 5-5 Sr. Skyler Mills, 5-11 Sr. Ella Brown, 5-4 Jr. Kayla Basham, and 5-4 Jr. Ava Raque. Anderson County coach Clay Birdwhistell countered with 6-0 Jr. Lainey Johnson, 5-9 Sr. Claire Cooper, 5-10 Jr. Ella Baum, 5-7 Sr. Faith Hyatt, and 5-9 Sr. Jenna Satterly.

Anderson County trailed 27-22 after three quarters but rallied in the final quarter to earn a 36-33 victory over Spencer County. There were five lead changes and one tie in this game. Anderson County shot 37.1% from the field including one of nine from the three point line. The Lady Bearcats connected on nine of 13 free throws, pulled down 23 rebounds, and scored 14 points off 14 Spencer County turnovers. Spencer County shot 52% from the field including one of nine from beyond the arc. The Lady Bears connected on six of 11 free throws, pulled down 15 rebounds, and scored nine points off 11 Anderson County turnovers.

Jenna Satterly led Anderson County with 12 points including six of seven free throws, four rebounds, and two steals. 5-9 Jr. Faith McGregor added 12 points and five rebounds. Lainey Johnson recorded seven points, four rebounds, and three assists.

Ella Brown led Spencer County with 20 points on nine of 10 from the field including one of two from the free throw line and one of three from the free throw line. Kayla Basham added six points and three rebounds. Skyler Mills recorded five points, three rebounds, and two assists. Hawley Johnson chipped in with two points, six rebounds, and two steals.

Spencer County - 11,8,8,6,33
Anderson County - 8,7,7,14,36

Spencer County - (33) – Johnson 2, Mills 5, Brown 20, Basham 6, Raque 0.
Anderson County - (36) – Johnson 7, Cooper 0, Baum 3, Hyatt 0, Satterly 12, McGregor 12, Glass 2.

Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the WL Stats Crew for the comprehensive stats provided for these games.

 

Please feel free to send your comments and questions concerning the event, teams, or players to me at prephoops@yahoo.com.

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2024 TSSAA (Tennessee) Blue Cross Basketball Championships (Girls) Division I Class 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A March 9, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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2024 TSSAA (Tennessee) Blue Cross Girls Basketball Championships DI Class 1A, 2A, 3A,& 4A
MTSU Murphy Center

Murfreesboro, TN

March 9, 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

March 9th

Bradley Central vs. Bartlett (Girls) (Class 4A Championship)

Bradley Central coach Jason Reuter started the following lineup: 5-10 Jr. Harmonie Ware, 6-0 So. Kimora Fields, 6-1 Jr. Tatianna Stovall, 5-4 Jr. Malia Wilcox, and 5-6 Jr. Avary Brewer. Bartlett coach Wesley Shappley countered with 6-1 Jr. Zoey Rixter, 5-8 Sr. Shamari Hamlett, 6-2 Jr. Dacarra Ward, 5-6 Sr. Morgan Williams, and 5-8 Sr. Carrington Jones.

Bradley Central defeated Bartlett by the score of 58-43. Bradley Central shot 37.5% from the field including two of 11 from the three point line. The Bears connected on 26 of 33 free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and scored 21 points off 13 Bartlett turnovers. Bartlett shot 35% from the field including two of seven from beyond the arc. The Panthers connected on 13 of 20 free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored 10 points off 14 Bradley Central turnovers.

Harmonie Ware led Bradley Central with 29 points including 14 of 14 free throws, nine rebounds, and three steals. Kimora Fields added 12 points, eight rebounds, and three steals. Avary Brewer recorded seven points and three assists. Tatianna Stovall chipped in with six points. Malia Wilcox added four points, 10 rebounds, and four assists.

Carrington Jones led Bartlett with 13 points, four rebounds, and two assists. Zoey Rixter added nine points including five of eight free throws, two rebounds, two blocked shots, and three steals. Dacarra Ward recorded eight points, nine rebounds, and one blocked shots. 6-2 So. Samiya Jones chipped in with five points and four rebounds.

All Tournament Team – Illanis Rodriguez (Cleveland), Natalie Barnes (Coffee County), Laureen Hurst (Cleveland), Carrington Jones (Bartlett), Kimora Fields (Bradley Central), Samiya Jones (Bartlett), Tatianna Stovall (Bradley Central), Zoey Rixter (Bartlett), Avary Brewer (Bradley Central), Harmonie Ware (Bradley Central) (MVP).

Bradley Central - 14,17,12,15,58
Bartlett - 9,10,10,14,43

Bradley Central - (58) – Ware 29, Fields 12, Stovall 6, Wilcox 4, Brewer 7.
Bartlett - (43) – Rixter 9, Hamlett 3, Ward 8, Williams 3, Jones 13, Spates 2, Jones 5.

Pickett County vs. Moore County (Girls) (Class 1A Championship)

Pickett County coach Brent Smith started the following lineup: 5-9 So. Zoey Nicholas, 5-9 Jr. Emmy Lowe, 5-11 Jr. Callie Reeder, 5-4 Sr. Ella Keisling, and 5-6 Sr. Allie Amonett. Moore County coach Chad Spencer countered with Jr. Katie Fletcher, Jr. Madison Dingler, 6-0 Jr. Ellie Graham, Jr. Audrey Harder, and Jr. Anna Harder.

Pickett County defeated moore County by the score of 56-45. Pickett County shot 55.3% from the field including seven of 16 from the three point line. The Bobcats connected on seven of 10 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored 15 points off 15 Moore County turnovers. Moore County shot 31.4% from the field including seven of 27 from beyond the arc. The Raiderettes connected on six of 12 free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored nine points off 16 Pickett County turnovers.

Ella Keisling led Pickett County with 18 points including four three point baskets. Callie Reeder added 12 points, eight rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Emmy Lowe recorded 10 points, five rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Zoey Nicholas chipped in with five points, seven rebounds, seven assists, and two steals. 5-11 So. Addy Lowe added six points on two three point baskets, and four rebounds.

Jr. Emma Sazonov led Moore County with 13 points including three three point baskets, and four rebounds. Ellie Graham added 12 points, nine rebounds, two assists, and three steals. Katie Fletcher recorded 10 points including two three point baskets, four rebounds, two assists, and two blocked shots. Anna Harder chipped in with eight points including two three point baskets and three rebounds.

All Tournament Team – Blair Baugus (Wayne County), Jacqueline Keating (Wayne County), Rayanna Fisher (Greenfield), Ellie Graham (Moore County), Madison Dingler (Moore County), Emmy Lowe (Pickett County), Zoey Nicholas (Pickett County), Katie Fletcher (Moore County), Ella Keisling (Pickett County), Callie Reeder (Pickett County) (MVP).

Pickett County - 11,12,21,12,56
Moore County - 6,5,19,15,45

Pickett County - (56) – Nicholas 5, E. Lowe 10, Reeder 12, Keisling 18, Amonett 4, Tompkins 1, A. Lowe 6.
Moore County - (45) – Fletcher 10, Dingler 2, Graham 12, Audrey Harder 0, Anna Harder 8, Sazonov 13.

Loretto vs. Gibson County (Girls) (Class 2A Championship)

Loretto coach Ashley Rutledge started the following lineup: 5-10 Sr. Emily Cozart, 5-10 Jr. Ally Weathers, 6-0 So. Jessie Chance, 5-8 Sr. Jenny Clifton, and 5-9 Fr. Ally Augustin. Gibson County coach Mitch Wilkins countered with 5-9 Sr. Micah Hart, 5-9 Jr. Georgia Lannom, 5-11 So. Sania Reaves, 5-4 So. A’kira Riding, and 5-8 Sr. Maya Turner.

Gibson County outscored Loretto 17-5 in the final quarter to earn a 49-37 victory and the championship. There were five ties and four lead changes in this game. Gibson County shot 47.1% from the field including six of nine from the three point line. The Pioneers connected on 11 of 16 free throws, pulled down 31 rebounds, and scored 12 points off eight Loretto turnovers. Loretto shot 35.9% from the field including three of 17 from beyond the arc. The Mustangs connected on six of seven free throws, pulled down 15 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 11 Gibson County turnovers.

Micah Hart led Gibson County with 20 points including four three point baskets, four of four free throws, and seven rebounds. A’kira Riding added 12 points including two three point baskets, and two assists. Sania Reaves recorded eight points, eight rebounds, and two steals. Georgia Lannom chipped in with eight points. Six rebounds, and two assists.

Ally Weathers led Loretto with 15 points including five of five free throws, seven rebounds, three assists, and five steals. 5-6 Jr. Libby Sanders added six points on two three point baskets. Ally Augustin recorded six points. Emily Cozart chipped in with five points, three rebounds, three assists, and three blocked shots.

All Tournament Team – Molly Masingale (McMinn Central), Reese Beaty (York Institute), Maddy Newman (Gatlinburg-Pittman), A’kira Riding (Gibson County), Ally Augustin (Loretto), Sania Reaves (Gibson County), Ally Weathers (Loretto), Emily Cozart (Loretto), Micah Hart (Gibson County) (MVP), Georgia Lannom (Gibson County).

Loretto - 7,14,11,5,37
Gibson County - 11,6,15,17,49

Loretto - (37) – Cozart 5, A, Weathers 15, Chance 2, Clifton 1, Augustin 6, Sanders 6, Weathers 2.
Gibson County - (49) – Hart 20, Lannom 8, Reaves 8, Riding 12, Turner 1.

Upperman vs. Dyersburg (Girls) (Class 3A Championship)

Upperman coach Dana McWilliams started the following lineup: 5-10 So. Taylor Dolente, 5-7 So. Gracie Butler, 5-11 Sr. Bella Stiles, 5-5 Sr. Isabella Mullins, and 5-6 Sr. Gracie Hamilton. Dyersburg coach Tim Strayhorn countered with 5-8 Sr. Kalli Maclin, 5-7 So. Chelby Jordan, 5-8 Sr. Netala Dixon, 5-5 Fr. Kayleigh Strayhorn, and 5-7 Jr. Joya Crawford.

Dyersburg eked out qa 41-39 victory over Upperman. There were nine lead changes in this game. Dyersburg shot 37.5% from the field including seven of 18 from the three point line. The Trogans connected on four of nine free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and scored four points off seven Upperman turnovers. Upperman shot 51.7% from the field including three of nine from beyond the arc. The Bees connected on six of seven free throws, pulled down 22 rebounds, and scored four points off three Dyersburg turnovers.

Kayleigh Strayhorn led Dyersburg with 14 points including four three point baskets, and two rebounds. Joya Crawford added 10 points including two three point baskets, and five rebounds. Chelby Jordan recorded seven points, four rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Netala Dixon chipped in with six points, six rebounds, and four assists.

Gracie Butler led Upperman with 15 points including three of three free throws, two rebounds, and three assists. Isabella Mullins added 11 points including three of four free throws, three rebounds, and three assists. Taylor Dolente recorded six points on two three point baskets, and four rebounds.

All Tournament Team – Hallie Allen (South Gibson), Karmine Carmichael (Cocke County), Gracie Butler (Upperman), Kayleigh Strayhorn (Dyersburg), Gracie Hamilton (Upperman), Netala Dixon (Dyersburg), Taylor Dolente (Upperman), Joya Crawford (Dyersburg) (MVP), Isabella Mullins (Upperman), Chelby Jordan (Dyersburg).

Upperman - 11,6,14,8,39
Dyersburg - 7,11,12,11,41

Upperman - (39) – Dolente 6, Butler 15, Stiles 2, Mullins 11, Hamilton 0, South 3, Harrell 2.
Dyersburg - (41) – Maclin 4, Jordan 7, Dixon 6, Strayhorn 14, Crawford 10.



Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the TSSAA for providing the tournament information for all of their events.

 

Please feel free to send your comments and questions concerning the event, teams, or players to me at prephoops@yahoo.com.

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2024 WVSSAC (West Virginia) Girls Basketball Championships Class 1A, 2A, 3A. & 4A March 9, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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2024 WVSSAC (West Virginia) Chick-fil-A Girls State Basketball Championships
Class 1A, 2A, 3A, & 4A

Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, WV
March 9, 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

Lewis County vs. Nitro (Girls) (Class 3A Championship)

Lewis County coach Joe Nichols started the following lineup: 5-8 Jr. Ella Pinkney, 5-8 Fr. Alexis Piggie, 5-9 Jr. Bryn Hunt, 5-2 So. Payten Goodwin, and 5-5 Sr. Kenna Maxwell. Nitro coach Pat Jones countered with 5-7 Jr. Ava Edwards, Sr. Hailey Newsome, 5-11 Jr. Natalie Smith, 5-1 Fr. Mika Adams, and 5-6 Fr. Brooklyn Cawley.

Nitro outscored Lewis County 18-9 in the final quarter to earn a 47-39 victory. There were four ties and lead changes in the game. Nitro shot 38.1% from the field including four of 11 from the three point line. The Wildcats connected on 11 of 18 free throws, pulled down 34 rebounds, and scored 19 points off 16 Lewis County turnovers. Lewis County shot 28.6% from the field including seven of 27 from beyond the arc. The Minute Maids connected on four of six free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and scored 14 points off 16 Nitro turnovers.

Natalie Smith led Nitro with 17 points including five of eight free throws, seven rebounds, three assists, and five steals. Brooklyn Cawley added 12 points including two three point baskets, four of four free throws, and three rebounds. Hailey Newsome recorded nine points and six rebounds.

Ella Pinkney led Lewis County with 16 points including two three point baskets, four of six free throws, seven rebounds, five assists, and five steals. Kenna Maxwell added 12 points on four three point baskets. Payten Goodwin recorded four points and 10 rebounds. 6-1 Sr. Emma Pinkney chipped in with four points and four rebounds.



Lewis County - 3,12,15,9,39
Nitro - 8,7,14,18,47

Lewis County - (39) – Ella Pinkney 16, Piggie 0, Hunt 3, Goodwin 4, Maxwell 12, Emma Pinkney 4.
Nitro - (47) – Edwards 5, Newsome 9, Smith 17, Adams 4, Cawley 12.

Morgantown vs. Wheeling Park (Girls) (Class 4A Championship)

Morgantown coach Doug Goodwin started the following lineup: 5-8 Sr. Sofia Wassick, 5-8 Jr. Sadaya Jones, 5-10 Jr. Lucie Hatcher, 5-4 Fr. Kayli Kellogg, and 5-8 Sr. Paige Smith. Wheeling Park coach Ryan Long countered with 5-8 Jr. Alexis Bordas, 5-6 So. Seneca Heller, 5-11 Sr. Jillian Huffman, 5-6 Sr. Natalie Daugherty, and 5-6 Jr. Lala Woods.

Wheeling Park led 29-28 at halftime and pulled away in the second half for a 65-51 victory over Morgantown. There were two ties and six lead changes in the game. Wheeling Park shot 50% from the field including six of 19 from the three point line. The Lady Patriots connected on nine of 12 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored 16 points off 15 Morgantown turnovers. Morgantown shot 34.5% from the field including six of 18 from beyond the arc. The Mohigans connected on seven of 14 free throws, pulled down 36 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 13 Wheeling Park turnovers.

Alexis Bordas led Wheeling Park with 22 points including two three point baskets, four of four free throws, four rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Natalie Daugherty added 19 points including three three point baskets, three rebounds, and three assists. Jillian Huffman recorded eight points, seven rebounds, and three assists. Lala Woods chipped in with eight points, three rebounds, four assists, and four steals.

Kayli Kellogg led Morgantown with 22 points including four three point baskets, four of four free throws, eight rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Sofia Wassick added 12 points, six rebounds, and two assists. Paige Smith recorded five points, eight rebounds, and two steals.

Morgantown - 7,21,13,10,51
Wheeling Park - 13,16,17,19,65

Morgantown - (51) – Wassick 12, Jones 4, Hatcher 4, Kellogg 22, Smith 5, Paulsen 4.
Wheeling Park - (65) – Bordas 22, Heller 5, Huffman 8, Daugherty 19, Woods 8, Delk 3.

Williamstown vs. Wyoming East (Girls) (Class 2A Championship)

Williamstown coach Fred Sauro started the following lineup: 6-0 So. Arissa Burt, 5-9 Sr. Riley Landis, 6-2 Jr. Faith Pickens, 5-1 Fr. Quinn Bunch, and 5-8 Jr. Annabelle Haught. Wyoming East coach Ryan Davidson countered with 5-9 Sr. Madison Clark, 5-8 So. Abi Baker, 5-10 Jr. Alivia Monroe, 5-5 So. Kyndal Lusk, and 5-7 Jr. Cadee Blackburn.

Wyoming East trailed 34-31 after three quarters but outscored Williamstown 15-8 in the final quarter to earn a 46-42 victory. The score was tied five times and there were three lead changes in this game. Wyoming East shot 43.2% from the field including three of eight from the three point line. The Warriors connected on five of 16 free throws, pulled down 24 rebounds, and scored 24 points off 19 Williamstown turnovers. Williamstown shot 31.7% from the field including one of six from beyond the arc. The Yellow Jackets connected on 15 of 16 free throws, pulled down 34 rebounds, and scored 12 points off 12 Wyoming East turnovers.

Cadee Blackburn led Wyoming East with 17 points including three three point baskets, three rebounds, and four steals. Madison Clark added 12 points, four rebounds, and eight assists. Alivia Monroe recorded eight points and six rebounds. Abi Baker chipped in with seven points, four rebounds, and five steals.

Faith Pickens led Williamstown with 12 points including six of six free throws, and 16 rebounds. Riley Landis added 10 points including six of six free throws. Annabelle Haught recorded eight points and six rebounds. Arissa Burt chipped in with seven points, five rebounds, four assists, and two steals.

Williamstown - 8,11,15,8,42
Wyoming East - 9,9,13,15,46

Williamstown - (42) – Burt 7, Landis 10, Pickens 12, Bunch 0, Haught 8, Miller 5.
Wyoming East - (46) – Clark 12, Baker 7, Monroe 8, Lusk 0, Blackburn 17, Cameron 2.

Gilmer County vs. Cameron (Girls) (Class A Championship)

Gilmer County coach Amy Chapman started the following lineup: 5-6 So. Lena Frymier, 5-5 Sr. Stevie Starsick, 6-4 So. Ava Dobbins, 5-2 Jr. Allie Ellyson, and 5-4 Sr. Bayley Frashure. Cameron coach Holly Pettit countered with 5-9 Sr. Ashlee Dobbs, 5-7 Jr. Maci Neely, 6-2 Sr. Ashlynn Van Tassell, 5-5 Sr. Kenzie Clutter, and 5-5 Sr. Emilee Dobbs.

Cameron raced out to a 29-14 halftime lead and withstood a big rally by Gilmer in the third quarter to earn a 50-43 victory. Cameron shot 33.3% from the field including six of 19 from the three point line. The Lady Dragons connected on 12 of 16 free throws, pulled down 35 rebounds, and scored 19 points off 12 Gilmer County turnovers. Gilmer County shot 34.6% from the field including five of 16 from beyond the arc. The Lady Titans connected on two of four free throws, pulled down 34 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 10 Cameron turnovers.

Kenzie Clutter led Cameron with 16 points including four three point baskets, three rebounds, and five assists. Ashlynn Van Tassell added 14 points including six of eight free throws, 19 rebounds, and three blocked shots. Maci Neely recorded 11 points, five rebounds, and three steals. Emilee Dobbs chipped in with six points, three rebounds, and four assists.

Allie Ellyson led Gilmer County with 20 points including three three point baskets, seven rebounds, four assists, and two steals. Ava Dobbins added 10 points, seven rebounds, and five blocked shots. Bayley Frashure recorded seven points, four rebounds, and two assists. Lena Frymier chipped in with six points and six rebounds.

Gilmer County - 10,4,21,8,43
Cameron - 14,15,10,11,50

Gilmer County - (43) – Frymier 6, Starsick 0, A. Dobbins 10, Ellyson 20, Frashure 7.
Cameron - (50) – A. Dobbs 3, Neely 11, Tassell 14, Clutter 16, E. Dobbs 6.



Acknowledgements

A special thanks to WVSSAC for providing the comprehensive and up-to-date info about their athletic events.

 

Please feel free to send your comments and questions concerning the event, teams, or players to me at prephoops@yahoo.com.

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2024 IHSA (Illinois) Boys Basketball Championships Class 1A, 2A, 3A, & 4A March 9, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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OSF Healthcare IHSA (Illinois) Boys State Basketball Championships
Class 1A, 2A, 3A, & 4A

State Farm Center Champaign-Urbana IL
March 9, 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

March 9th

West Central High School vs. Meridian (Boys) (Class 1A Championship)

West Central coach Ryan Sichting started the following lineup: 6-2 Sr. Zack Evans, 6-2 Jr. Carson Brown, 6-4 Sr. Chance Little, 6-0 So. Ryker Ford, and 6-0 Sr. Mason Berry. Meridian coach David Davis countered with 6-2 Sr. Will Thurston, 6-2 Sr. Cole Kaufman, 6-3 Fr. Antonio Flenoid, 5-8 So. Javionne Ranson, and 5-8 Jr. Shamar Easley.

West Central led 16-7 after the first quarter on their way to a 62-43 victory over Meridian. West Central shot 53.3% from the field including two of six from the three point line. The Cougars connected on 12 of 18 free throws, pulled down 38 rebounds, and scored 15 points off 18 Meridian turnovers. Meridian shot 34.6% from the field including three of 22 from beyond the arc. The Bobcats connected on four of nine free throws, pulled down 22 rebounds, and scored 19 points off 24 West Central turnovers.

Zack Evans led West Central with 27 points, 13 rebounds, four assists, and two steals. Chance Little added 19 points including seven of 10 free throws, and six rebounds. Mason Berry recorded 13 points including two three point baskets, eight rebounds, two assists, and two steals.

Antonio Flenoid led Meridian with 13 points, four rebounds, two assists, and four steals. Javionne Ranson added eight points, two rebounds, and six steals. Will Thurston recorded eight points, four rebounds, and two steals. Cole Kaufman chipped in with seven points, two rebounds, and three steals.

West Central High School - 16,17,16,13,62
Meridian- 7,12,16,8,43

West Central High School - (62) – Evans 27, Brown 2, Little 19, Ford 0, Berry 13, Sievers 1.
Meridian – (43) – Thurston 8, Kaufman 7, Flenoid 13, Ranson 8, Easley 0, Johnson 3, Woodson 4.

Benton vs. Wendell Phillips Academy (Boys) (Class 2A Championship)

Benton coach Ron Winemiller started the following lineup: 6-3 Sr. Evan Munoz, 6-2 Jr. Kyle Thomas, 6-8 Jr. Docker Tedeschi, 6-0 Jr. Grant Owens, and 6-1 Sr. Isaac Billington. Wendell Phillips coach Paris Martin countered with 6-4 Jr. Phoenix Childs, 6-2 Jr. Lawrence Horton, 6-6 So. Claude Mpouma, 5-9 Jr. Amari Edwards, and 5-10 Sr. Michael White.

Wendell Phillips defeated Benton by the score of 54-47. The score was tied three times and there were four lead changed in this game. Wendell Phillips shot 40.4% from the field including four of nine from the three point line. The Wildcats connected on four of seven free throws, pulled down 34 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 12 Benton turnovers. Benton shot 43.5% from the field including two of 15 from beyond the arc. The Rangers connected on five of seven free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored six points off seven Wendell Phillips turnovers.

Lawrence Horton led Wendell Phillips with 13 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and three steals. Phoenix Childs added 13 points including two three point baskets, seven rebounds, two assists, and three steals. Amari Edwards recorded 12 points, five rebounds, and two assists. 5-7 Sr. Elijah Harris chipped in with nine points and four rebounds. Claude Mpouma recorded seven points and six rebounds.

Isaac Billington led Benton with 19 points, two rebounds, and two assists. Evan Munoz added 11 points and two rebounds. Docker Tedeschi recorded seven points, 10 rebounds, six assists, four blocked shots, and two steals. Kyle Thomas chipped in with six points and six rebounds. Grant Owens recorded four points, five rebounds, and two steals.

Benton - 10,14,12,11,47
Wendell Phillips Academy - 14,13,10,17,54

Benton - (47) – Munoz 11, Thomas 6, Tedeschi 7, Owens 4, Billington 19.
Wendell Phillips Academy - (54) – Childs 13, Horton 13, Mpouma 7, Edwards 12, White 0, Harris 9.

DePaul College Prep vs. Mt. Carmel (Boys) (Class 3A Championship)

DePaul College Prep coach Tom Kleinschmidt started the following lineup: 6-6 So. Rashaun Porter, 6-2 Sr. PJ Chambers, 6-7 Sr. Jaylan McElroy, 6-2 Jr. Makai Kvamme, and 6-2 Jr. Rob Walls. Mt. Carmel coach Phil Segroves countered with 6-6 Sr. Angelo Ciaravino, 6-2 Jr. Cameron Thomas, 6-7 Sr. Christian Uremovich, 6-1 So. Noah Mister, and 6-2 Jr. Grant Best.

DePaul College Prep took a 15-7 lead after the first quarter on their way to a 49-41 victory over Mt. Carmel. DePaul College Prep shot 51.7% from the field including three of four from the three point line. The Rams connected on 16 of 20 free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored eight points off six Mt. Carmel turnovers. Mt. Carmel shot 40.5% from the field including seven of 21 from beyond the arc. The Caravan connected on four of eight free throws, pulled down 15 rebounds, and scored 17 points off 10 DePaul College Prep turnovers.

Makai Kvamme led DePaul College Prep with 18 points including two three point baskets, eight of eight free throws, six rebounds, and two assists. Rob Walls added 10 points, two rebounds, and two assists. PJ Chambers recorded eight points including six of six free throws, three rebounds, and two assists. Jaylan McElroy chipped in with eight points, seven rebounds, and two steals. Rashaun Porter added five points, four rebounds, and two assists.

Angelo Ciaravino led Mt. Carmel with 24 points including six three point baskets, three rebounds, two assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. Noah Mister added seven points. 6-5 Sr. Lee Marks recorded four points, three rebounds, and two assists.

DePaul College Prep - 15,9,5,20,49
Mt. Carmel - 7,5,11,18,41

DePaul College Prep - (49) – Porter 5, Chambers 8, McElroy 8, Kvamme 18, Walls 10.
Mt. Carmel - (41) – Ciaravino 24, Thomas 2, Uremovich 2, Mister 7, Best 2, Marks 4.

Homewood-Flossmoor vs. Normal Community (Boys) (Class 4A Championship)

Homewood-Flossmoor coach Jamere Dismukes started the following lineup: 6-6 Jr. Bryce Heard, 6-3 Sr. Carson Brownfield, 6-8 Sr. Donald Hagemaster, 5-9 Jr. Jayden Tyler, and 6-0 Sr. Gianni Cobb. Normal Community coach Dave Witzig countered with 6-8 Sr. Noah Cleveland, 6-6 Sr. Nico Newsome, 6-10 Sr. Jaheem Webber, 6-4 Sr. Braylon Roman, and 6-4 Sr. Dexter Niekamp.

Honewood-Flossmoor defeated Normal Community by the scored of 60-48. There were two ties and four lead changes in the game. Homewood-Flossmoor shot 40.4% from the field including eight of 14 from the three point line. The Vikings connected on 14 of 22 free throws, pulled down 34 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 10 Normal Community turnovers. Normal Community shot 35.2% from the field including six of 24 from beyond the arc. The Iron Men connected on four of eight free throws, pulled down 34 rebounds, and scored four points off seven Homewood-Flossmoor turnovers.

Bryce Heard led Homewood-Flossmoor with 21 points including three three point baskets, six of 11 free throws, 10 rebounds, and three assists. Jayden Tyler added 15 points including four three point baskets, three of three free throws, seven rebounds, and three steals. Carson Brownfield recorded 12 points, seven rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Gianni Cobb chipped in with eight points and two assists.

Braylon Roman led Normal Community with 18 points including two three point baskets, seven rebounds, and three assists. Noah Cleveland added 13 points, 11 rebounds, one blocked shot, and two steals. 6-1 Jr. Conner Smith recorded eight points including two three point baskets.

Homewood-Flossmoor - 21,10,16,13,60
Normal Community - 16,7,16,9,48

Homewood-Flossmoor - (60) – Heard 21, Brownfield 12, Hagemaster 4, Tyler 15, Cobb 8.
Normal Community - (48) – Cleveland 13, Newsome 5, Webber 2, Roman 18, Niekamp 0, Smith 8, Walker 2.



Acknowledgements

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Please feel free to send your comments and questions concerning the event, teams, or players to me at prephoops@yahoo.com.

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Wednesday, 6 March 2024
42nd District Tournament (Boys & Girls) February 26-28 March 1st, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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42nd District Tournament (Boys & Girls)
Henry Clay High School

Lexington, KY
February 26-28 Match 1st , 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

February 26th

Sayre vs. Scott County (Girls)

Sayre coach Eric Kinder started the following lineup: 5-8 Sr. Lauren Miller, 5-6 So. Kathryn Kinder, 5-10 So. Lucie Pitman, 5-6 Sr. Toko Ashida, and 5-6 Sr. Juliette Longbottom. Scott County coach Steve Helton countered with 5-8 Jr. Allison Mosby, 5-7 Jr. Maleiyah Moore, 6-0 So. Kierstin Young, 5-6 So. Belle Banner, and 5-7 Sr. Kaylen Perry.

Scott County raced out to a 19-2 first quarter lead on their way to a 65-25 victory over Sayre, Scott County shot 36.9% from the field including one of 15 from the three point line. The Lady Cardinals connected on 16 of 21 free throws, pulled down 45 rebounds, and scored 29 points off 23 Sayre turnovers. Sayre shot 19.5% from the field including one of nine from beyond the arc. The Lady Spartans connected on eight of 18 free throws, pulled down 35 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 11 Scott County turnovers.

5-7 Jr. Nmya Summers led Scott County with 15 points and two rebounds. Kaylen Perry added 14 points including six of six free throws, two rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Allison Mosby recorded eight points including four of four free throws, and two rebounds. 5-7 So. Dymon Percell chipped in with six points, two blocked shots, and four steals. 5-8 So. Jessica Horn recorded four points, 18 rebounds, three assists, and two steals.

Kathryn Kinder led Sayre with eight points, four rebounds, and three steals. Juliette Longbottom added eight points and three rebounds. Lucie Pitman recorded three points, seven rebounds, and three blocked shots.

Sayre - 2,7,8,8,25
Scott County - 19,15,25,6,65

Sayre - (25) – Miller 2, Kinder 8, Pitman 3, Ashida 2, Longbottom 8, Rubin 2.
Scott County - (65) – A. Mosby 8, Moore 3, Young 5, Banner 4, Perry 14, Horn 4, Summers 15, Risher 2, Hamilton 4, Percell 6.

Scott County vs. Sayre (Boys)

Scott County coach Tim Glenn started the following lineup: 6-2 Jr. Ben Glenn, 6-1 Jr. Tristan Christopher, 6-5 Jr. Preston Luckett, 5-7 Jr. Xyier Wray, and 6-0 Sr. Harrison Owens. Sayre coach Robert Goodman countered with 6-4 Jr. Chase Parker, 6-1 Jr. Brock Coffman, 6-6 Sr. Ian Reesor, 5-8 Sr. Noah Gallagher, and 5-11 Jr. Luke Pennington.

Sayre defeated Scott County by the score of 55-46. There were five lead changes and two ties in this game. Sayre shot 41.9% from the field including two of 15 from the three point line. The Spartans connected on 17 of 24 free throws, pulled down 24 rebounds, and scored 28 points off 22 Scott County turnovers. Scott County shot 43.6% from the field including six of 17 from beyond the arc. The Cardinals connected on six of 11 free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored nine points off 16 Sayre turnovers.

Ian Reesor led Sayre with 16 points including four of six free throws, seven rebounds, and two assists. Brock Coffman added 13 points, six rebounds, two assists, and three steals. Chase Parker recorded 12 points including six of nine free throws, and three rebounds. Luke Pennington chipped in with six points including four of four free throws, three assists, and two steals.

Ben Glenn led Scott County with 14 points including two three point baskets, and three rebounds. Tristan Christopher added 13 points including three three point baskets, eight rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Xyier Wray recorded seven points and three rebounds.

Scott County - 13,12,5,16,46
Sayre - 17,12,12,14,55

Scott County - (46) – Glenn 14, Christopher 13. Luckett 2, Wray 7, H. Owens 3, Grimes 2, Washburn 1, A. Owens 4.
Sayre - (55) – Parker 12, Coffman 13, Reesor 16, Gallagher 2, Pennington 6, Berger 5, Jones 1.



February 27th

Scott County vs. Frederick Douglass (Girls)

Scott County coach Steve Helton started the following lineup: 5-7 Jr. Maleiyah Moore, 5-7 Jr. Nmya Summers, 6-0 So. Kierstin Young, 5-6 So. Belle Banner, and 5-7 Sr. Kaylen Perry. Frederick Douglass coach Daryl Moberly countered with 5-10 Fr. Jaylee Knowles, 5-9 Jr. Anayah Maxwell, 6-2 Sr. Ayanna-Sarai Darrington, 5-3 Jr. Kate Baker, and 5-7 Jr. Niah Rhodes.

Frederick Douglass defeated Scott County by the score of 84-48. Frederick Douglass shot 42.9% from the field including nine of 21 from the three point line. The Lady Broncos connected on 15 of 25 free throws, pulled down 49 rebounds, and scored 29 points off 26 Scott County turnovers. Scott County shot 28.8% from the field including three of 19 from beyond the arc. The Lady Cardinals connected on 15 of 18 free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored eight points off 17 Frederick Douglass turnovers.

Ayanna-Sarai Darrington led Frederick Douglass with 26 points including six of six free throws, 16 rebounds, four assists, four blocked shots, and five steals. Niah Rhodes added 16 points including four three point baskets, and four rebounds. 5-5 So. Raegan Gregonis recorded 10 points including two three point baskets and three rebounds. Kate Baker chipped in with eight points including two three point baskets. Jaylee Knowles added six points, five rebounds, and two steals.

Maleiyah Moore led Scott County with 12 points including five of five free throws, and five rebounds. Nmya Summers added 10 points, five rebounds, and two steals. Kaylen Perry recorded six points and four steals.

Scott County - 15,8,13,12,48
Frederick Douglass - 23,27,21,13,84

Scott County - (48) – Moore 12, Summers 10, Young 3, Banner 3, Perry 6, M. Mosby 2, Percell 2, A. Mosby 4, Horn 2, Cobbins 4.
Frederick Douglass - (84) – Knowles 6, Maxwell 4, Darrington 26, Baker 8, Rhodes 16, Gregonis 10, Okorley 4, Bennett 2, King 3, Atkins 5.

Sayre vs. Bryan Station (Boys)

Sayre coach Robert Goodman started the following lineup: 6-4 Jr. Chase Parker, 6-1 Jr. Brock Coffman, 6-6 Sr. Ian Reesor, 5-8 Sr. Noah Gallagher, and 5-11 Jr. Luke Pennington. Bryan Station coach Champ Ligon Jr. countered with 6-4 Sr. Daeveon Adams, 6-3 So. Taeshawn Adams, 6-7 Jr. Felix Gonzalez, 5-11 Jr. Rashaad Faulkner, and 6-1 So. Amari Owens.

Bryan Station defeated Sayre by the score of 58-51. The score was tied three times and there were nine lead changes in this game. Bryan Station shot 51.1% from the field including two of nine from the three point line. The Defenders connected on 10 of 22 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored 17 points off 12 Sayre turnovers. Sayre shot 33.3% from the field including seven of 20 from beyond the arc. The Spartans connected on eight of 12 free throws, pulled down 37 rebounds, and scored eight points off seven Sayre turnovers.

Amari Owens led Bryan Station with 20 points, three rebounds, and four steals. Taeshawn Adams added 17 points including five of six free throws, five rebounds, three assists, and four blocked shots. Felix Gonzalez recorded six points, 10 rebounds, and two assists. Daeveon Adams chipped in with six points, five rebounds, and two assists.

Brock Coffman led Sayre with 19 points including two three point baskets, 14 rebounds, and three assists. Ian Reesor added 17 points including two three point baskets, six rebounds, and two assists. Chase Parker recorded 10 points including two three point baskets, five rebounds, and two assists.

Sayre - 12,9,17,13,51
Bryan Station - 10,16,12,20.58

Sayre - (51) – Parker 10, Coffman 19, Reesor 17, Gallagher 3, Pennington 2.
Bryan Station - (58) – D. Adams 6, T. Adams 17, Gonzalez 6, Faulkner 2, Owens 20, Richmond 5, Carpenter 2.





February 28th

Bryan Station vs. Henry Clay (Girls)

Bryan Station coach Serena Sandusky started the following lineup: 5-8 Jr. Alondra Gonzalez Perez, 5-7 So. Akiyah Wade, 5-11 Sr. Kailyn Gentry, 5-4 Sr. Chloe Do, and 5-6 So. Elayna Ward. Henry Clay coach Ashley Garrard countered with 5-9 Sr. Allison Stone, 5-8 Sr. Lydia Van Metre, 5-10 Sr. Elizabeth Nelson, 5-2 Jr. Ariyanna Sutton, and 5-6 Sr. Timarri Miller.

Henry Clay raced out to a 20-4 first quarter on their way to a 59-33 victory over Bryan Station. Henry Clay shot 42.9% from the field including five of 11 from the three point line. The Lady Blue Devils connected on 12 of 18 free throws, pulled down 38 rebounds, and scored 24 points off 21 Bryan Station turnovers. Bryan Station shot 25.6% from the field including one of 15 from beyond the arc. The Lady Defenders connected on 10 of 14 free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 19 Henry Clay turnovers.

Timarri Miller led Henry Clay with 18 points including 10 of 11 free throws, six rebounds, two assists, and three steals. Lydia Van Metre added 14 points including four three point baskets, and two steals. Ariyanna Sutton recorded 11 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and three steals. Allison Stone chipped in with eight points, six rebounds, two assists, and seven steals.

Akiyah Wade led Bryan Station with 14 points, four rebounds, and two steals. Kailyn Gentry added 13 points including five of six free throws, seven rebounds, and two blocked shots.

Bryan Station - 4,12,4,13,33
Henry Clay - 20,16,12,11,59

Bryan Station - (33) – Perez 3, Wade 14, Gentry 13, Do 1, Ward 0, Smith 2.
Henry Clay - (59) – Stone 8, Van Metre 14, Nelson 4, Sutton 11, Miller 18, Sims 4.

Frederick Douglass vs. Henry Clay (Boys)

Frederick Douglass coach Stephon Harris started the following lineup: 6-4 Jr. Armelo Boone, 6-3 Jr. Aveion Chenault, 6-4 So. DeMarcus Surratt, 5-8 Jr. Chris Wright, and 6-2 Jr. Logan Busson. Henry Clay coach Daniel Brown countered with 6-4 So. Jackson Stephan, 6-2 Sr. Isaiah Stephan, 6-5 Jr. Hassan Bush, 6-0 Jr. Kayson Brown, and 6-1 Jr. AJ Dixon.

Frederick Douglass defeated Henry Clay by the score of 54-49. Frederick Douglass shot 45.5% from the field including three of 18 from the three point line. The Broncos connected on 11 of 14 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored 12 points off nine Henry Clay turnovers. Henry Clay shot 43.5% from the field including five of 13 from beyond the arc. The Blue Devils connected on four of six free throws, pulled down 24 rebounds, and scored 10 points off nine Frederick Douglass turnovers.

Armelo Boone led Frederick Douglass with 17 points including two three point baskets, three of three free throws, eight rebounds, three blocked shots, and two steals. Aveion Chenault added 15 points including five of six free throws, nine rebounds, and two assists. DeMarcus Surratt recorded eight points, two rebounds, and two blocked shots. 5-10 Fr. Dakari Talbert chipped in with seven points and four rebounds. Logan Busson recorded five points and five rebounds.

Jackson Stephan led Henry Clay with 17 points including two three point baskets, three rebounds, and three assists. Kayson Brown added 10 points, three rebounds, and four assists. Hassan Bush recorded 10 points and three rebounds. Isaiah Stephan chipped in with six points on two three point baskets, and five rebounds. AJ Dixon recorded six points and five rebounds.

Frederick Douglass - 13,10,13,18,54
Henry Clay - 8,11,14,16,49

Frederick Douglass - (54) – Boone 17, Chenault 15, Surratt 8, Wright 0, Busson 5, Talbert 7, Mitchell 2.
Henry Clay - (49) – J. Stephan 17, I. Stephan 6, Bush 10, Brown 10, Dixon 6.



March 1st

Henry Clay vs. Frederick Douglass (Girls) (Championship)

Henry Clay coach Ashley Garrard started the following lineup: 5-9 Sr. Allison Stone, 5-8 Sr. Lydia Van Metre, 5-10 Sr. Elizabeth Nelson, 5-2 Jr. Ariyanna Sutton, and 5-6 Sr. Timarri Miller. Frederick Douglass coach Daryl Moberly countered with 5-10 Fr. Jaylee Knowles, 5-9 Jr. Anayah Maxwell, 6-2 Sr. Ayanna-Sarai Darrington, 5-3 Jr. Kate Baker, and 5-7 Jr. Niah Rhodes.

Frederick Douglass pulled away in the second half to defeat Henry Clay by the score of 61-50. There were four lead changes and four ties in this game. Frederick Douglass shot 32.6% from the field including four of 14 from the three point line. The Lady Broncos connected on 27 of 38 free throws, pulled down 39 rebounds, and scored eight points off 13 Henry Clay turnovers. Henry Clay shot 32.7% from the field including seven of 14 from beyond the arc. The Lady Blue Devils connected on nine of 15 free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and scored 10 points off 11 Frederick Douglass turnovers.

Ayanna-Sarai Darrington led Frederick Douglass with 15 points including 11 of 12 free throws, 17 rebounds, four blocked shots, and four steals. Jaylee Knowles added 15 points including seven of 16 free throws, nine rebounds, and two assists. Niah Rhodes recorded 12 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and two steals. Kate Baker chipped in with 11 points including two three point baskets, three of four free throws, two rebounds, two assists, and three steals.

Timarri Miller led Henry Clay with 15 points including three three point baskets, and six of eight free throws. Lydia Van Metre added 11 points including three three point baskets, five rebounds, and three assists.5-9 Jr. Amari Sims recorded eight points and three rebounds. Ariyanna Sutton chipped in with two points, six rebounds, three assists, and two steals.

Henry Clay - 11,16,15,8,50
Frederick Douglass - 15,15,19,12,61

Henry Clay - (50) – Stone 3, Van Metre 11, Nelson 2, Sutton 2, Miller 15, Sims 8, Jeffers 4, Waide 5.
Frederick Douglass - (61) – Knowles 15, Maxwell 0, Darrington 15, Baker 11, Rhodes 12, Gregonis 2, Bennett 4, King 2.



Frederick Douglass vs. Bryan Station (Boys) (Championship)

Frederick Douglass coach Stephon Harris started the following lineup: 6-4 Jr. Armelo Boone, 6-3 Jr. Aveion Chenault, 6-4 So. DeMarcus Surratt, 5-8 Jr. Chris Wright, and 6-2 Jr. Logan Busson. Bryan Station coach Champ Ligon Jr. countered with 6-4 Sr. Daeveon Adams, 6-3 So. Taeshawn Adams, 6-7 Jr. Felix Gonzalez, 5-11 Jr. Rashaad Faulkner, and 6-1 So. Amari Owens.

Frederick Douglass defeated Bryan Station by the score of 64-55. Frederick Douglass shot 48.1% from the field including four of 11 from the three point line. Tjhe Broncos connected on eight of 17 free throws, pulled down 42 rebounds, and scored 14 points off 13 Bryan Station turnovers. Bryan Station shot 35.2% from the field including 10 of 28 from beyond the arc. The Defenders connected on seven of 15 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and scored 17 points off 13 Frederick Douglass turnovers.

Aveion Chenault led Frederick Douglass with 17 points including two three point baskets, seven rebounds, and four assists. Armelo Boone added 14 points, 12 rebounds, two assists, and two steals. DeMarcus Surratt recorded 14 points, eight rebounds, and two steals. Logan Busson chipped in with nine points, seven rebounds, four assists, and three steals.

Amari Owens led Bryan Station with 14 points including two three point baskets, seven rebounds, and two steals. Taeshawn Adams added eight points, six rebounds, two assists, and two blocked shots. 6-3 Sr. Matthew Golinski recorded eight points including two three point baskets. 5-10 Sr. Bryson Carpenter chipped in with six points on two three point baskets and two rebounds.

Frederick Douglass - 11,15,20,18,64
Bryan Station - 8,11,14,22,55

Frederick Douglass - (64) – Chenault 17, Boone 14, Surratt 14, Wright 3, Busson 9, Mitchell 3, Talbert 4.
Bryan Station - (55) – D. Adams 5, T. Adams 8, Gonzalez 2, Faulkner 3, Owens 14, Gerton 2, Carpenter 6, Golinski 8, Axsom 4, Ashford 3.



Acknowledgements

A special thanks to WL Stats for the comprehensive stats provided for these games.

 

Please feel free to send your comments and questions concerning the event, teams, or players to me at prephoops@yahoo.com.

Ron Harrison’s reports on this and other basketball events appear on kyprephoops.com.








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Sunday, 3 March 2024
2024 IHSA (Illinois) Girls Basketball Championships 1A, 2A, 3A, & 4A March 2, 2024
Topic: Basketball

2024BBIHSAG

2024 IHSA (Illinois) Girls State Basketball Championships
Class 1A, 2A, 3A, & 4A

CEFCU Arena Normal, IL
March 2, 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

March 2nd

Okawville vs. Illini Bluffs Class 1A Championship

Okawville coach Haylee Bowers started the following lineup: 5-8 Sr. Alayna Kraus, 5-7 Sr. Adysen Harre, 5-8 So. Caroline Tepe, 5-6 Sr. Madisyn Wienstroer, and 5-7 Sr. Raelyn Obermeier. Illini Bluffs coach Jim Belville countered with 5-10 Sr. Marissa Robertson, 5-10 Sr. Lily Luczkowiak, 6-0 Sr. Reese Cruit, 5-6 Sr. Brooke Buchen, and 5-6 Sr. Annabelle Fortin.

Okawville outscored Ilini Bluffs 17-6 in the third quarter to take control on their way to a 48-36 victory. Okawville shot 42.4% from the field including five of 14 from the three point line. The Lady Rockets connected on 15 of 16 free throws, pulled down 20 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 10 Illini Bluffs turnovers. Illini Bluffs shot 44.4% from the field including three of eight from beyond the arc. The Tigers connected on nine of 15 free throws, pulled down 17 rebounds, and scored nine points off seven Okawville turnovers.

Alayna Kraus led Okawville with 33 points including two three point baskets, 13 of 14 free throws, four rebounds, and three steals. Caroline Tepe added six points on two three point baskets, five rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Madisyn Wienstroer recorded four points, seven rebounds, and two assists.

Annabelle Fortin led Illini Bluffs with 13 points including three three point baskets, and two rebounds. Lily Luczkowiak added 12 points and nine rebounds. 5-11 So. Chloe Eeten recorded four points, four rebounds, three assists, and two blocked shots.

Okawville - 5,9,17,17,48
Illini Bluffs - 10,5,6,15,36

Okawville - (48) – Kraus 33, Harre 2, Tepe 6, Wienstroer 4, Obermeier 3.
Illini Bluffs - (36) – Robertson 0, Luczkowiak 12, Cruit 4, Buchen 0, Fortin 13, Eeten 4, Davis 3.

Nashville vs. Peoria (Notre Dame) Class 2A Championship

Nashville coach Dempsey White started the following lineup: 5-11 Fr. Samantha Brinkmann, 5-9 Fr. Avery Reeder, 5-11 Fr. Summer Brinkmann, 5-9 Fr. Makayla Gajewski, and 5-10 So. Emma Behrmann. Notre Dame coach Layne Langholf countered with 5-11 Jr. Kaitlin Cassidy, 5-6 Jr. Julia Mingus, 6-1 So. Lexi Baer, 5-7 Sr. Mya Wardle, and 5-9 Fr. Emy Wardle.

Emy Wardle hit a runner with 1.3 seconds left on the clock to give Notre Dame a 48-46 victory over Nashville. There were five ties and four lead changes in this game. Notre Dame shot 48.5% from the field including four of 12 from the three point line. The Irish connected on 12 of 17 free throws, pulled down 12 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 11 Nashville turnovers. Nashville shot 53.3% from the field including three of eight from beyond the arc. The Hornettes connected on 11 of 16 free throws, pulled down 22 rebounds, and scored five points off six Notre Dame turnovers.

Emy Wardle led Notre Dame with 18 points including six of nine free throws, two rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Mya Wardle added 10 points including three of four free throws, and two assists. Kaitlin Cassidy recorded nine points and four rebounds. Julia Mingus chipped in with eight points including two three point baskets, and two steals.

Emma Behrmann led Nashville with 14 points including three of four free throws, and five rebounds. Samantha Brinkmann added 12 points including six of eight free throws, three rebounds, six assists, and three steals. Summer Brinkmann recorded nine points, six rebounds, two assists, and two steals. 5-3 Sr. Abby Knepp chipped in with six points on two three point baskets. Makayla Gajewski recorded five points and five rebounds.

Nashville - 14,10,10,12,46
Peoria (Notre Dame) - 17,9,15,7,48

Nashville - (46) – Sa, Brinkmann 12, Reeder 0, Su. Brinkmann 9, Gajewski 5, Behrmann 14, Knepp 6.
Peoria (Notre Dame) - (48) – Cassidy 9, Mingus 8, Baer 3, M. Wardle 10, E. Wardle 18.

Lincoln vs. Chatham (Glenwood) Class 3A Championship

Lincoln coach Taylor Rohrer started the following lineup: 5-8 Sr. Becca Heitzig, 5-8 Sr. Tori Geriets, 5-9 Sr. Kloe Froebe, 5-6 Sr. Taryn Stoltzenburg, and 5-6 Sr. Jenna Bowman. Glenwood coach Alyssa Riley countered with 5-9 Sr. Makenna Yeager, 5-7 Fr. Ava Bobb, 6-0 Fr. Alexis Neumann, 5-4 Sr. Karley Hawkins, and 5-6 Jr. Katelyn Lehnen.

Lincoln defeated Glenwood 60-44 to finish the season at 38-0. Lincoln raced out to a 26-6 first quarter lead and was never threatened in this game. Lincoln shot 58.3% from the field including three of seven from the three point line. The Rail Splitters connected on 15 of 23 free throws, pulled down 20 rebounds, and scored 18 points off 16 Glenwood turnovers. Glenwood shot 45.9% from the field including seven of 17 from beyond the arc. The Titans connected on three of five free throws, pulled down 18 rebounds, and scored 15 points off nine Lincoln turnovers.

Kloe Froebe led Lincoln with 36 points including 14 of 19 free throws, five rebounds, six assists, one blocked shot, and four steals. Becca Heitzig added 13 points and five rebounds.

Alex Neumann led Glenwood with 15 points including two three point baskets, eight rebounds, and one blocked shot. Makenna Yeager added nine points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, five assists, and two steals. 5-7 Jr. Rowann Law recorded eight points including two three point baskets. Katelyn Lehnen chipped in with six points and two assists.

Lincoln - 26,8,13,13,60
Chatham (Glenwood) - 6,11,17,10, 44

Lincoln - (60) – Heitzig 13, Geriets 0, Froebe 36, Stoltzenburg 5, Bowman 3, Whiteman 1, Clark 2.
Chatham (Glenwood) - (44) – Yeager 9, Bobb 0, Neumann 15, Hawkins 0, Lehnen 6, Diamond 3, Law 8, Gilmore 3.

Wilmette (Loyola Academy) vs. LaGrange Park (Nazareth) Class 4A Championship

Loyola Academy coach Jeremy Schbenecker started the following lineup: 5-8 Sr. Julia Gamboa, 5-8 Sr. Paige Engels, 5-8 Sr. Kelsey Langston, 5-6 So. Clare Weasler, and 5-6 Sr. Aubrey Galvan. Nazareth coach Eddie Stritzell countered with 6-1 Sr. Danielle Scully, 6-0 Sr. Olivia Austin, 6-1 So. Stella Sakalas, 5-7 Sr. Mary Bridget Wilson, and 5-9 Sr. Amalia Dray.

Loyola Academy trailed Nazareth 25-17 at halftime but outscored the Roadrunners 15-2 in the third quarter on their way to a 44-40 victory. Loyola Academy finished the season at 38-0. Loyola Academy shot 42.4% from the field including seven of 19 from the three point line. The Ramblers connected on nine of 13 free throws, pulled down 18 rebounds, and scored 17 points off 17 Nazareth turnovers. Nazareth shot 51.6% from the field including two of 14 from beyond the arc. The Roadrunners connected on six of six free throws, pulled down 17 rebounds, and scored 18 points off 15 Loyola Academy turnovers.

Paige Engels led Loyola Academy with 17 points including three three point baskets, four of six free throws, three rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Aubrey Galvan added 15 points, two rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Kelsey Langston recorded seven points including two three point baskets, and four rebounds.

Olivia Austin led Nazareth with 16 points on seven of eight field goals and two of two free throws, four rebounds, and two assists. Stella Sakalas added 16 points including three of three free throws, and three rebounds. Danielle Scully recorded two points, five rebounds, and two assists.

Wilmette (Loyola Academy) - 11,6,15,12,44
LaGrange Park (Nazareth) - 15,10,2,13,40

Wilmette (Loyola Academy) - (44) – Gamboa 0, Engels 17, Langston 7, Weasler 2, Galvan 15, Mackie 3.
LaGrange Park (Nazareth) - (40) – Scully 2, Austin 16, Sakalas 16, Wilson 3, Dray 3.



Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the IHSA for providing the up-to-date results and statistics for all their events.

 

Please feel free to send your comments and questions concerning the event, teams, or players to me at prephoops@yahoo.com.

Ron Harrison’s reports on this and other basketball events appear on kyprephoops.com.








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