Kentucky All "A" Basketball Classic (Girls) January 24-28, 2024
Topic: Basketball

2024ALLAG

Kentucky All “A” Basketball Classic (Girls)
Corbin Arena

Corbin, KY
January 24-28, 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

January 24^th

Cumberland County vs. Owsley County

Owsley County defeated Cumberland County by the score of 61-37. Owsley County shot 40% from the field including four of 18 from the three point line. The Lady Owls connected on nine of 14 free throws, pulled down 44 rebounds, and committed eight turnovers. Cumberland County shot 25.5% from the field including two of 15 from beyond the arc. The Lady Panthers connected on 11 of 15 free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and committed 11 turnovers.

5-6 Sr. Carly Smith led Owsley County with 22 points, five assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. 5-10 Jr. Aaliyah Lynch added 12 points including two three point baskets and two steals. 5-10 So. Addison Terry recorded eight points, eight rebounds, and four assists. 6-3 So. Macey Brown chipped in with six points, 17 rebounds, and two blocked shots. 5-9 Sr. Shelby Murray added two points, 12 rebounds, two assists, and two steals.

5-6 Fr. Madi Cooksey led Cumberland County with 17 points including six of six free throws, six rebounds, and two assists. 5-8 Fr. Kenzie Willen added nine points, six rebounds, and two assists. 5-8 So. Abby Morgan recorded five points, two rebounds, and two assists.

Cumberland County - 8,8,11,10,37
Owsley County - 13,18,13,17,61

Cumberland County - (37) – Cooksey 17, Willen 9, Morgan 5, Walden 4, Craft 2.
Owsley County - (61) – Smith 22, Lynch 12, Terry 8, Brown 6, Murreay 2, Grubb 5, Mason 2, Marcum 4.

Covington Holy Cross vs. Whitefield Academy

Covington Holy Cross defeated Whitefield Academy by the score of 68-30. Covington Holy Cross shot 50% from the field including seven of 23 from the three point line. The Lady Indians connected on 11 of 13 free throws, pulled down 28 rebounds, and committed seven turnovers. Whitefield Academy shot 23.3% from the field including seven of 29 from beyond the arc. The Lady Wildcats connected on three of four free throws, pulled down 19 rebounds, and committed 19 turnovers.

6-2 Sr. Julia Hunt led Covington Holy Cross with 17 points, six rebounds, three blocked shots, and three steals. 5-10 Sr. Aaliyah Hayes added nine points, 10 rebounds, three assists, and two steals. 5-6 So. Jayda Hill recorded nine points on three three point baskets. 5-8 Jr. Aumani Nelson chipped in with eight points, two rebounds, two assists, and four steals. 5-10 Sr. Miyah Wimzie added eight points, three rebounds, and three assists. 5-3 Jr. Aniyah Carter recorded eight points, two assists, and two steals.

5-7 Sr. Sara Ritter led Whitefield Academy with 14 points including three three point baskets, and four rebounds. 5-8 Jr. Noel Smith added seven points, four rebounds, three assists, and three steals. 5-8 Sr. Allison Spieker recorded six points on two three point baskets, three rebounds, and three assists.

Covington Holy Cross - 21,9,21,17,68
Whitefield Academy - 0,9,11,10,30

Covington Holy Cross - (68) – Hunt 17, Hayes 9, Hill 9, Nelson 8, Wimzie 8, Carter 8, Arlinghaus 3.
Whitefield Academy - (30) – Ritter 14, Smith 7, Spieker 6, Franz 3.

Mayfield vs. Walton-Verona

Walton-Verona defeated Mayfield by the score of 45-30. Walton-Verona shot 37.2% from the field including six of 15 from the three point line. The Bearcats connected on seven of 11 free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and committed 15 turnovers. Mayfield shot 17.9% from the field including four of 27 from beyond the arc. The Lady Cardinals connected on six of seven free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and committed 11 turnovers.

5-7 Fr. Elin Logue led Walton-Verona with 17 points including five three point baskets. 5-5 Jr. Christy Campbell added 11 points including five of seven free throws, and two steals. 6-1 Jr. Braylin Terrell recorded seven points, 10 rebounds, five assists, and three blocked shots. 6-1 Fr. Ava Kendall chipped in with six points and six rebounds.

5-7 So. Lay Mayes led Mayfield with 16 points including two three point baskets, four of four free throws, eight rebounds, and two steals. 5-7 Sr. Skylar Mandry added six points and six rebounds.

Mayfield - 8,4,5,13,30

Walton-Verona - 10,11,13,11,45

Mayfield - (30) – Mayes 16, Mandry 6, Feagin 5, Henson 3.
Walton-Verona - (45) – Logue 17, Campbell 11, Terrell 7, Kendall 6, Geiman 3, Dryden 1.

Nicholas County vs. Menifee County

Nicholas County defeated Menifee County by the score of 48-30. Nicholas County shot 41.5% from the field including four of nine from the three point line. The Lady Jackets connected on 10 of 15 free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and committed nine turnovers. Menifee County shot 18% from the field including two of 21 from beyond the arc. The Lady Cats connected on six of 11 free throws, pulled down 28 rebounds, and committed four turnovers.

Maggie Simons led Nicholas County with 24 points including three three point baskets, seven of 11 free throws, and seven rebounds. 5-8 Sr. Tessa Humphries added 13 points, eight rebounds, and two assists.

5-11 So. Payton Burgess led Menifee County with nine points, three rebounds, two blocked shots, and four steals. 5-5 Sr. Kylee Hall added nine points and 11 rebounds. 5-6 Jr. Shalyne Baker recorded six points and three rebounds.

Nicholas County - 11,6,13,18,48
Menifee County - 4,8,9,9,30

Nicholas County - (48) – Simons 24, Humphries 13, Davis 5, Carpenter 2, Banks 2, Felts 2.
Menifee County - (30) – Burgess 9, Hall 9. Baker 6, Golden 2, Gevedon 2.

Danville Christian vs. Shawnee

Danville Christian defeated Shawnee by the score of 55-22. Danville Christian shot 44% from the field including four of 15 from the three point line. The Lady Warriors connected on seven of seven free throws, pulled down 44 rebounds, and committed 18 turnovers. Shawnee shot 15.2% from the field including one of 11 from beyond the arc. The Golden Eagles connected on one of four free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and committed 15 turnovers.

5-8 So. Paisley Metz led Danville Christian Academy with 24 points including three three point baskets, four rebounds, three assists, and three steals. 6-4 Jr. Grace Mbugua added 21 points including six of six free throws, 11 rebounds, six blocked shots, and five steals. 5-10 Fr. Amauri Blackford recorded eight points, 11 rebounds, and two assists.

5-3 Jr. Tamiah Wadlington led Shawnee with six points and six rebounds. 5-8 Sr. Jalayah Madden added five points, two rebounds, four blocked shots, and two steals. 5-11 Sr. Shakira Muhammad recorded four points, eight rebounds, and two steals.

Danville Christian - 13,23,11,8,55
Shawnee - 2,3,11,6,22

Danville Christian - (55) – Metz 24, Mbugua 21, Blackford 8.
Shawnee - (22) – Wadlington 6, Madden 5, Muhammad 4, Gist 3, Hamblen 4.

Bethlehem vs. Owensboro Catholic

Owensboro Catholic defeated Bethlehem by the score of 57-52. Owensboro Catholic shot 39.2% from the field including eight of 25 from the three point line. Lady Aces connected on nine of 13 free throws, pulled down 29 rebounds, and committed 12 turnovers. Bethlehem shot 41.1% from the field including six of 27 from beyond the arc. The Banshees did not attempt a free throw, pulled down 32 rebounds, and committed 15 turnovers.

5-6 Jr. Karmin Riley led Owensboro Catholic with 21 points including four three point baskets and four rebounds. 6-0 Sr. Delaney Cooper added 14 points including two three point baskets, three rebounds, and two blocked shots. 5-8 Sr. Hailee Johnson recorded 10 points including four of six free throws, four rebounds, four assists, and five steals. 5-8 Jr. Aubrey Randolph chipped in with six points on two three point baskets, nine rebounds, and three steals.

6-2 Jr. Leah Macy led Bethlehem with 20 points including two three point baskets, 12 rebounds, three assists, two blocked shots, and three steals. 5-8 Sr. Ashlyn Miles added 10 points, four rebounds, and three assists. 5-5 Sr. Kensey Clayton recorded nine points on three three point baskets, four rebounds, three assists, and two steals. 5-7 Sr. Carlie Thurmond chipped in with five points, five rebounds, and two assists. 5-7 Jr. Tessa Miles added four points, five rebounds, and two steals.

Bethlehem - 14,12,17,9,52
Owensboro Catholic - 15,14,19,9,57

Bethlehem - (52) – Macy 20, A. Miles 10, Clayton 9, Thurmond 5, T. Miles 4, Osborne 2.
Owensboro Catholic - (57) – Riley 21, Cooper 14, Johnson 10, Randolph 6, Krampe 4.

Crittenden County vs. Lexington Christian Academy

Crittenden County earned a 56-53 come-from-behind victory over Lexington Christian Academy. Crittenden County shot 44.9% from the field including eight of 16 from the three point line. The Lady Rockets connected on four of eight free throws, pulled down 22 rebounds, and committed 16 turnovers. Lexington Christian Academy shot 36.8% from the field including four of 16 from beyond the arc. The Lady Eagles connected on seven of 10 free throws, pulled down 29 rebounds, and committed 14 turnovers.

5-9 So. Anna Boone led Crittenden County with 25 points including four three point baskets, three of three free throws, six assists, and three blocked shots. 5-5 8^th Grade Jordyn Hodge added 17 points including three three point baskets, two rebounds, and two steals. 5-6 So. Elliot Evans recorded eight points and three rebounds. 5-6 So. Andrea Federico chipped in with two points, seven rebounds, and five steals. 5-10 So. Bristyn Rushing recorded two points and eight rebounds.

5-6 Jr. Chapel Brown led LCA with 16 points including three three point baskets, four rebounds, and two steals. 5-6 So. Jentry Bertram added 16 points including four of four free throws, and four assists. 5-7 Jr. Claire Roberts recorded seven points and six rebounds.

Crittenden County - 14,15,5,22,56
Lexington Christian Academy - 15,10,13,15,53

Crittenden County - (56) – Boone 25, Hodge 17, Evans 8, Federico 2, Rushing 2,
Lexington Christian Academy - (53) – Brown 16, Bertram 16, Roberts 7, Gabbert 6, Pridemore 6, Castle 2.

Harlan vs. Pikeville

Pikeville defeated Harlan by the score of 61-42. Pikeville shot 39% from the field including four of 17 from the three point line. The Lady Panthers connected on 11 of 17 from the free throw line, pulled down 30 rebounds, and committed 12 turnovers. Harlan shot 31.6% from the field including three of 15 from beyond the arc. The Lady Dragons connected on 15 of 22 free throws, pulled down 18 rebounds, and committed 16 turnovers.

Trinity Rowe led Pikeville with 21 points including three three point baskets, three rebounds, four assists, and three steals. 5-8 Jr. Leighan Jackson added 11 points and six rebounds. 5-5 Sr. Kristen Whited recorded 11 points and two assists. 5-6 Sr. Kyera Thornsbury chipped in with 10 points, eight rebounds, and three steals.

5-11 Jr. Aymanni Wynn led Harlan with 12 points including five of six free throws, five rebounds, and two assists. 5-4 Sr. Emma Owens added 12 points including seven of 10 free throws, and two steals. 5-8 Jr. Kylie Noe recorded 11 points, six rebounds, two assists, and two steals.

Harlan - 3,11,13,15,42
Pikeville - 16,15,16,14,61

Harlan - (42) – A. Wynn 12, Owens 12, Noe 11, Jackson 2, P. Wynn 3.
Pikeville - (61) – Rowe 21, Jackson 11, Whited 11, Thornsbury 10, Theiss 3, Lin 2, Alvin 2, Kidd 1.

January 26^th (Quarterfinals)

Covington Holy Cross vs. Owsley County

Covington Holy Cross defeated Owsley County by the score of 67-45. Covington Holy Cross shot 42.9% from the field including four of 18 from the three point line. The Indians connected on nine of 15 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and committed 11 turnovers. Owsley County shot 35.6% from the field including four of 15 from beyond the arc. The Lady Owls connected on nine of 16 free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and committed 21 turnovers.

6-2 Sr. Julia Hunt led Covington Holy Cross with 17 points, 10 rebounds, three assists, and two blocked shots. 5-3 Jr. Aniyah Carter added 15 points, two assists, and six steals. 5-8 Jr. Aumani Nelson recorded 12 points including five of six free throws, and three rebounds. 5-10 Sr. Miyah Wimzie chipped in with 10 points, four rebounds, two assists, and four steals.

6-3 So. Macey Brown led Owsley County with 12 points and seven rebounds. 5-10 So. Addison Terry added 11 points, seven rebounds, and two assists. 5-6 Sr, Carly Smith recorded 10 points including two three point baskets, and five assists. 5-10 Jr. Aaliyah Lynch chipped in with six points and two assists. 5-9 Sr. Shelby Murray added two points and nine rebounds.

Covington Holy Cross - 10,21,23,13,67
Owsley County – 15,7,13,10,45

Covington Holy Cross - (67) -Hunt 17, Carter 15, Nelson 12, Wimzie 10, Hayes 4, Arlinghaus 3, Klaiss 2, Williams 4.
Owsley County – (45) – Brown 12, Terry 11, Smith 10, Lynch 6, Murray 2, Grubb 4.

Nicholas County vs. Walton-Verona

Nicholas County defeated Walton-Verona by the score of 66-38. Nicholas County outscored Walton-Verona 29-8 in the third quarter to take control of the game. Nicholas County shot 44.8% from the field including seven of 11 from the three point line. The Lady Jackets connected on seven of seven free throws, pulled down 30 rebounds, and committed seven turnovers. Walton-Verona shot 35.4% from the field including three of 15 from beyond the arc. The Bearcats connected on one of two free throws, pulled down 19 rebounds, and committed 11 turnovers.

5-7 Fr. Maggie Simons led Nicholas County with 26 points including three three point baskets, five of five free throws, eight rebounds, four assists, and three steals. 5-8 Sr. Nevaeh Davis added 16 points and 10 rebounds. 5-8 Sr. Tessa Humphries recorded 15 points including three three point baskets, five rebounds, and two assists.

6-1 Fr. Ava Kendall led Walton-Verona with 10 points and four rebounds. 5-5 Jr. Christy Campbell added eight points, two rebounds, and five assists, 6-1 Jr. Braylin Terrell recorded eight points, four rebounds, and seven blocked shots. 5-7 Sr. Avery Geiman chipped in with seven points and three rebounds.

Nicholas County - 15,10,29,12,66
Walton-Verona - 9,16,8,5,38

Nicholas County - (66) – Simons 26, Davis 16, Humphries 15, Carpenter 5, Ellwood 2, Banks 2.
Walton-Verona - (38) – Kendall 10, Campbell 8, Terrell 8, Geiman 7, Logue 3, Fuller 2.

Owensboro Catholic vs. Danville Christian Academy

Owensboro Catholic defeated Danville Christian Academy by the score of 79-49. Owensboro Catholic shot 43.5% from the field including four of 14 from the three point line. The Lady Aces connected on 15 of 18 free throws, pulled down 23 rebounds, and committed nine turnovers. Danville Christian Academy shot 35.1% from the field including five of 24 from beyond the arc. The Lady Warriors connected on four of eight free throws, pulled down 29 rebounds, and committed 25 turnovers.

5-9 Sr. Jenna Krampe led Owensboro Catholic with 16 points including four of five free throws, five rebounds, two assists, and two steals. 6-0 Sr. Delaney Cooper added 16 points including two three point baskets, three rebounds, four assists, and five steals. 5-8 Sr. Hailee Johnson recorded 16 points including five of six free throws. 5-6 Jr. Karmin Riley chipped in with 12 points and five steals.

5-8 So. Paisley Metz led Danville Christian Academy with 14 points including two three point baskets, and three assists. 5-7 So. Grace Meyer added 14 points including three three point baskets, four rebounds, and two assists. 5-10 Fr. Amauri Blackford recorded eight points and 11 rebounds. 6-4 Jr. Grace Mbugua chipped in with eight points and seven rebounds.

Owensboro Catholic - 25,31,20,3,79
Danville Christian Academy - 16,14,8,11,49

Owensboro Catholic - (79) – Krampe 16, Cooper 16, Johnson 16, Riley 12, Randolph 5, Mannahan 4, Powers 1, Martin 7, Hagan 2.
Danville Christian Academy - (49) – Metz 14, Meyer 14, Blackford 8, Mbugua 8, Heck 5.

Pikeville vs. Crittenden County

Pikeville defeated Crittenden County by the score of 69-41. Pikeville shot 54.9% from the field including six of 13 from the three point line. The Lady Panthers connected on seven of 15 free throws, pulled down 33 rebounds, and committed seven turnovers. Crittenden County shot 30.4% from the field including two of seven from beyond the arc. The Lady Rockets connected on 11 of 11 free throws, pulled down 16 rebounds, and committed 13 turnovers.

Trinity Rowe led Pikeville with 21 points including two three point baskets, three of three free throws, three rebounds, two assists, and six steals. 5-5 Sr. Kristen Whited added 15 points on seven of eight from the field including one of one from the three point line. 5-6 Sr. Kyera Thornsbury recorded 10 points including two three point baskets, three rebounds, and two assists. 5-8 Sr. Rylee Theiss chipped in with six points and 13 rebounds. 5-8 Jr. Leighan Jackson added four points, nine rebounds, and two steals.

Anna Boone led Crittenden County with 17 points including five of five free throws, two rebounds, two assists, and two steals. 5-6 So. Elliot Evans added nine points. 5-6 So. Andrea Federico recorded six points and five rebounds.

Pikeville - 22,27,14,6,69
Crittenden County - 4,13,11,13,41

Pikeville - (69) – Rowe 21, Whited 15, Thornsbury 10, Theiss 6, Jackson 4, Alvin 5, Lin 4, Rogers 2, Kidd 2.
Crittenden County - (41) – Boone 17, Evans 9, Federico 6, Stewart 4, Holeman 3, Munday 2.

January 27^th (Semifinals)

Covington Holy Cross vs. Nicholas County

Covington Holy Cross defeated Nicholas County by the score of 67-30. Covington Holy Cross shot 43.1% from the field including five of 19 from the three point line. The Indians were zero for one at the free throw line, pulled down 30 rebounds, and committed five turnovers. Nicholas County shot 34.2% from the field including one of six from beyond the arc. The Lady Jackets connected on three of 11 free throws, pulled down 28 rebounds, and committed 29 turnovers.

Julia Hunt led Covington Holy Cross with 14 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, and four blocked shots. 5-8 Jr. Aumani Nelson added 10 points including two three point baskets, and two rebounds. 5-10 Sr. Aaliyah Hayes recorded eight points, three rebounds, three assists, and five steals. 5-10 Sr. Miyah Wimzie chipped in with eight points, four assists, and three steals. 5-3 Jr. Aniyah Carter added seven points and three steals. 5-8 Fr Alyssa Arlinghaus recorded five points, three rebounds, eight assists, and five steals. 5-10 Fr. Dmyah Williams chipped in with eight points and two rebounds.

5-8 Sr. Tessa Humphries led Nicholas County with 13 points and seven rebounds. 5-7 Sr. Nevaeh Davis added six points and four rebounds. 5-7 Fr. Maggie Simons recorded five points and 10 rebounds,

Covington Holy Cross - 17,24,19,7,67
Nicholas County - 7,8,8,7,30

Covington Holy Cross - (67) – J. Hunt 14, Nelson 10, Hayes 8, Wimzie 8, Carter 7, A. Arlinghaus 5, Williams 8, P. Arlinghaus 5, Hill 2.
Nicholas County - Humphries 13, Davis 6, Simons 5, Carpenter 2, Banks 4.

Pikeville vs. Owensboro Catholic

Pikeville defeated Owensboro Catholic by the score of 59-52. Pikeville shot 44.2% from the field including 10 of 21 from the three point line. The Lady Panthers connected on 11 of 17 free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and committed seven turnovers. Owensboro Catholic shot 37.8% from the field including four of 16 from beyond the arc. The Lady Aces connected on 20 of 24 free throws, pulled down 14 rebounds, and committed eight turnovers.

5-6 Sr. Kyera Thornsbury led Pikeville with 18 points including four three point baskets, four of five free throws, and four rebounds. Trinity Rowe added 14 points including three three point baskets, three of four free throws, three rebounds, and 11 assists. 5-8 Jr. Leighan Jackson recorded 11 points and three rebounds. 5-5 Sr. Kristen Whited chipped in with seven points. 5-8 Sr. Rylee Theiss recorded three points and eight rebounds.

5-9 Sr. Jenna Krampe led Owensboro Catholic with 17 points including nine of 10 free throws, and two rebounds. 5-8 Jr. Aubrey Randolph added 13 points including four of six free throws, three rebounds, and two steals. 5-8 Sr. Hailee Johnson recorded nine points including seven of eight free throws, five rebounds, and three assists.

Pikeville - 10,13,19,17,59
Owensboro Catholic - 14,8,17,13,52

Pikeville - (59) – Thornsbury 18, Rowe 14, Jackson 11, Whited 7, Theiss 3, Alvin 3, Kidd 3.
Owensboro Catholic - (52) – Krampe 17, Randolph 13, Johnson 9, Riley 6, Cooper 5, Hagan 2.

January 28^th (Championship)

Pikeville vs. Covington Holy Cross

Covington Holy Cross earned a hard fought 56-55 victory over Pikeville to earn their back to back championships in this event. Covington Holy Cross shot 48.8% from the field including five of nine from the three point line. The Indians connected on 11 of 19 free throws, pulled down 14 rebounds, and committed 12 turnovers. Pikeville shot 40.8% from the field including eight of 22 from beyond the arc. The Lady Panthers connected on seven of 12 free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and committed 12 turnovers.

6-2 Sr. Julia Hunt led Covington Holy Cross with 18 points, seven rebounds, three assists, eight blocked shots, and two steals. 5-10 Sr. Aaliyah Hayes added 10 points including two three point baskets, and four rebounds. 5-8 Jr. Aumani Nelson recorded nine points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and two steals. 5-10 Sr. Miyah Wimzie chipped in with eight points, two assists, and two steals. 5-3 Jr. Aniyah Carter added seven points.

5-6 Sr. Trinity Rowe led Pikeville with 21 points including three three point baskets, and four assists. 5-5 Sr. Kristen Whited added 11 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and two assists. 5-6 Sr. Kyera Thornsbury recorded nine points including two three point baskets, five rebounds, and two steals. 5-8 Jr. Leighan Jackson chipped in with seven points, three rebounds, and two assists. 5-8 Sr. Rylee Theiss recorded four points, six rebounds, and two assists.

Pikeville - 16.10,16,13,55
Covington Holy Cross - 14,9,15,18,56

Pikeville - (55) – Rowe 21, Whited 11, Thornsbury 9, Jackson 7, Theiss 4, Alvin 3.
Covington Holy Cross - (56) – Hunt 18, Hayes 10, Nelson 9, Wimzie 8, Carter 7, Williams 4.

All Tournament Team

Trinity Rowe (Pikeville), Kyera Thornsbury (Pikeville), Anna Boone (Crittenden County), Grace Mbugua (Danville Christian), Miyah Wimzie (Covington Holy Cross), Aaliyah Hayes (Covington Holy Cross), Aniyah Carter (Covington Holy Cross), Leighan Jackson (Pikeville), Tessa Humphries (Nicholas County), Maggie Simons (Nicholas County), Karmin Riley (Owensboro Catholic), Delaney Cooper (Owensboro Catholic). Julia Hunt MVP (Covington Holy Cross).

Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the event stats crew for providing the stats for this event

 

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.

IHSAA (Indiana) Girls State Championship Class A, 2A, 3A, and 4A February 24, 2024
Topic: Basketball

BB2024IHSAAG

The 49^th Annual
IHSAA (Indiana) Girls Basketball State Finals Class A, 2A, 3A, and 4A

Presented by the Indiana Fever & Indiana Pacers

Gainbridge Fieldhouse Indianapolis, IN
February 24, 2024

© 2024 Ron Harrison

Lanesville vs. Marquette Catholic (Class 1A Championship)

Lanesville coach Angie Hinton started the following lineup: 5-9 Jr. Hadley Crosier, 5-7 Jr. Hylton Brumley, 5-10 Sr. Ellie Schneider, 5-5 Sr. Eva Kerr, and 5-6 Sr. Emma Davis. Marquette Catholic coach Katie Collignon countered with 5-11 Jr. Natalie Robinson, 5-7 Fr. Marissa Pleasant, 6-0 Jr. Livia Balling, 5-4 Jr. Jiselle Chabes, and 5-7 So. Laniah Davis.

Lanesville pulled away in the final quarter to defeat Marquette Catholic by the score of 51-43. Marquette got off to a fast start as Marissa Pleasant connected on three quick three point baskets to give the Blazers a 9-2 lead and to make matters worse for Lanesville star Hadley Crosier went down late in the first quarter with a leg injury and was unable to return. Lanesville led 27-26 at halftime but Marquette Catholic rallied to take a 33-31 lead after three quarters. However Lanesville was able to finish strong down the stretch to earn the victory. The future looks bright for Marquette Catholic as all six players who saw action today are slated to return next season.

Lanesville shot 33.3% from the field including three of 20 from the three point line. The Eagles connected on 14 of 18 free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and scored 19 points off 24 Marquette Catholic turnovers. Marquette Catholic shot 37.8% from the field including three of eight from beyond the arc. The Blazers connected on six of 13 free throws, pulled down 41 rebounds, and scored eight points off nine Lanesville turnovers.

6-1 Jr. Shelby Allen led Lanesville with 20 points including four of five free throws and seven rebounds. Hylton Brumley added 15 points including eight of nine free throws. Emma Davis recorded five points and two assists and Ava Kerr dished out four assists.

Laniah Davis led Marquette Catholic with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Marissa Pleasant added 13 points including three three point baskets and three rebounds. Livia Balling recorded 12 points and 12 rebounds.

Lanesville - 15,12,4,20,51
Marquette Catholic - 11,15,7,10,43

Lanesville - (51) – Crosier 4, Brumley 15, Schneider 3, Kerr 2, E. Davis 5, J. Davis 2, Allen 20.
Marquette Catholic - (43) – Robinson 2, Pleasant 13, Balling 12, Chabes 0, Davis 16.

Brownstown Central vs. Fort Wayne Bishop Luers (Class 2A Championship)

Brownstown Central coach Brandon Allman started the following lineup: 5-7 Jr. Kinzee Dean, 5-7 So. Harley Toppe, 5-9 So. Sophie Wischmeier. 5-4 Sr. Kelsey Schneider, and 5-6 Jr. Jenna Klosterman. Fort Wayne Bishop Luers coach Mark Pixley countered with 6-0 Sr. Addie Shank, 5-9 Jr. Maggie Parent, 6-2 So. Miley Wareing, 5-7 Sr. Annika Davis, and 5-7 Sr. Kyndal Tyree.

Fort Wayne Bishop Luers trailed 24-15 at halftime but rallied in the second half to defeat Brownstown Central 44-36 and earn a record tying seven state championship. There were seven lead changes and four ties in this game. Fort Wayne Bishop Luers shot 46.9% from the field including four of 12 from the three point line. The Knights connected on 10 of 18 free throws, pulled down 26 rebounds, and scored nine points off nine Browntown Central turnovers. Brownstown Central shot 31.7% from the field including two of 22 from beyond the arc. The Braves connected on eight of 12 free throws, pulled down 23 rebounds, and scored nine points off 15 Fort Wayne Bishop Luers turnovers.

Miley Wareing led Fort Wayne Bishop Luers with 17 points including five of seven free throws, 10 rebounds, and two steals. Annika Davis added 10 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, five assits, and two steals. Kyndal Tyree recorded six points including three of four free throws, two rebounds, and three assists.

Sophie Wischmeier led Brownstown Central with 11 points including seven of eight free throws, eight rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Harley Toppe added 10 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and three steals. Jenna Klosterman recorded seven points, six rebounds, amd five assists.

Brownstown Central - 14,10,7,5,36
Fort Wayne Bishop Luers - 12,3,19,10,44

Brownstown Central - (36) – Dean 2, Toppe 10, Wischmeier 11, Schneider 0, J. Klosterman 7, Darlage 2, M. Klosterman 2, Miller 2.
Fort Wayne Bishop Luers - (44) – Shank 3, Parent 2, Wareing 17, Davis 10, Tyree 6, Rhodehamel 2, Warner 3, Gilman 1.

Gibson Southern vs. Norwell (Class 3A Championship)

Gibson Southern coach Kyle Brasher started the following lineup: 5-9 Jr. Gabby Spink, 5-8 Jr. Nola Ravellette. 6-1 Fr. Paige Schnaus, 5-5 Sr. Ally Malone, and 5-7 Sr. Chloey Graham. Norwell coach Eric Thornton countered with 5-10 So. Vanessa Rosswurm, 5-7 Sr. Kennedy Fuelling, 6-1 Sr. Dekota Hubble, 5-6 Sr. Annabelle Johnson, and 5-6 Sr.Makenzie Fuess.

Gibson Southern withstood a late Norwell rally and a last second shot to earn a 63-60 victory and the championship. Gibson Southern shot 48% from the field including 11 of 20 from the three point line. The Titans connected on four of seven free throws, pulled down 36 rebounds, and scored 16 points off 13 Norwell turnovers. Norwell shot 38.7% from the field including three of 14 from beyond the arc. The Knights connected on nine of 15 free throws, pulled down 31 rebounds, and scored 26 points off 25 Gibson Southern turnovers.

Chloey Graham led Gibson Southern with 22 points including six three point baskets, three rebounds, five assists, and three steals. Gabby Spink added 17 points including two three point baskets, seven rebounds, and six assists. Paige Schnaus recorded 12 points, 16 rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Ally Malone chipped in with six points, four rebounds, three assists, and three steals. Nola Ravellette six points and three rebounds.

Makenzie Fuess led Norwell with 16 points including two three point baskets, four of four free throws, four rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Kennedy Fuelling added 15 points, four rebounds, four assists, and seven steals. Vanessa Rosswurm recorded 14 points, seven rebounds, and four steals. Dekota Hubble chipped in with nine points, nine rebounds, two steals, and four blocked shots,

Gibson Southern - 18,18,20,7,63
Norwell - 14,12,21,13,60

Gibson Southern - (63) – Spink 17, Ravellette 6, Schnaus 12, Malone 6, Graham 22,
Norwell - (60) – Rosswurm 14, Fuelling 15, Hubble 9, Johnson 4, Fuess 16, Green 2.

Lawrence Central vs. Lake Central (Class 4A Championship)

Lawrence Central coach Jannon Lampley started the following lineup: 6-1 Jr. Jaylah Lampley, 5-10 So. Aniyah McKenzie, 6-2 So. Lola Lampley, 5-4 Jr. Mariah Kenter Garrett, and 5-7 Jr. Laila Abdurraqib. Lake Central coach Joe Huppenthal countered with 5-10 Sr. Aniyah Bishop, 5-8 Sr. Nadia Clayton, 6-0 Jr. Ayla Krygier, 5-6 Jr. Vanessa Wimberly, and 5-7 Sr. Riley Milausnic.

Lawrence Central outscored Lake Central 19-2 in the second quarter to take control of the game on their way to a 55-28 victory. Lawrence Central shot 46.8% from the field including four of 10 from the three point line. The Bears connected on seven of 10 free throws, pulled down 39 rebounds, and scored nine points off 13 Lake Central turnovers. Lake Central shot 26.2% from the field including three of 19 from beyond the arc. The Indians connected on three of eight free throws, pulled down 19 rebounds, and scored 12 points off 15 Lawrence Central turnovers.

Jaylah Lampley led Lawrence Central with 19 points including four three point baskets, nine rebounds, and two assists. Aniyah NcKenzie added 12 points and nine rebounds. Lola Lampley recorded 12 points, eight rebounds, and two assists. Laila Abdurraqib chipped in with four points, seven rebounds, five assists, and two steals.

Vanessa Wimberly led Lake Central with 14 points including two three point baskets, and three steals. Aniyah Bishop recorded four points, five rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two blocked shots.

Lawrence Central - 4,19,17,15,55
Lake Central - 9,2,11,6,28

Lawrence Central - (55) – J. Lampley 19, McKenzie 12, L. Lampley 12, Garrett 5, Abdurraqib 4, Hughes 1, Castro 2.
Lake Central - (28) – Bishop 4, Clayton 5, Krygier 2, Wimberly 14, Milausnic 0, Burks 1, Leonard 2.

Acknowledgements

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Scott County vs. Tates Creek (Girls) February 23, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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Scott County vs. Tates Creek (Girls)

Tates Creek High School
Lexington, KY
February 23, 2024

© 2024 by Ron Harrison

Scott County coach Steve Helton started the following lineup: 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. Tates Creek coach Jana Costner countered with 5-8 Sr. Ashton Harris, 5-8 Sr. Chloe Byrd, 5-9 7^th Grade Isabelle Ellison, 5-7 Fr. Kaleigh Potts, and 5-6 Jr. Miracle Morbley.

Tates Creek defeated Scott County by the score of 69-62. The score was tied five times and there were five lead changes in this game. Tates Creek shot 35.6% from the field including five of 15 from the three point line. The Lady Commodores connected on 22 of 35 free throws, pulled down 35 rebounds, and scored 19 points off 20 Scott County turnovers. Scott County shot 35.4% from the field including six of 20 from beyond the arc. The Lady Cardinals connected on 10 of 12 free throws, pulled down 38 rebounds, and scored 17 points off 17 Tates Creek turnovers.

Kaleigh Potts led Tates Creek with 21 points including two three point baskets, 11 of 16 free throws, eight rebounds, three assists, and five steals. Ashton Harris added 21 points including eight of 12 free throws, eight rebounds, two blocks, and three steals. Miracle Morbley recorded 11 points, eight rebounds, and four steals. 5-8 Fr. Alyiah Baird chipped in with seven points including two three point baskets, and four rebounds.

Allison Mosby led Scott County with 16 points, nine rebounds, and two steals. Maleiyah Moore added 14 points including four three point baskets, five rebounds, and two steals. Kaylen Perry recorded 10 points, three rebounds, and five assists. 5-7 Jr. Nmya Summers chipped in with nine points, five rebounds, and two steals. Kierstin Young added seven points including five of six free throws, four rebounds, two assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. 5-7 So. Dymon Percell recorded six points on two three point baskets and three rebounds.

Scott County,15,16,11,20,62

Tates Creek,19,18,15,17,69

Scott County (62) – A. Mosby 16, Moore 14, Young 7, Banner 0, Perry 10, Summers 9, Percell 6.

Tates Creek (69) – Harris 21, C. Byrd 2, Ellison 1, Potts 21, Morbley 11, A. Baird 7, Bazzell 4, Potter 2.

 

Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the Scott County Stats Crew for the comprehensive stats provided for tonight's games.

 

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Newport Central Catholic vs. Great Crossing (Girls) February 17, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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Newport Central Catholic vs. Great Crossing (Girls)

Great Crossing High School
Georgetown, KY
February 17, 2024

© 2024 by Ron Harrison

Newport Central Catholic coach Dan Albrinck started the following lineup: 5-5 Sr. Emma Beck, 5-0 Sr. Delaney Green, 5-9 Jr. Jaylee Brannen, 5-4 Jr. Caroline Eaglin, and 5-4 Jr. Madison Wherry-McFarland. Great Crossing coach Matt Walls countered with 5-11 Sr. Ava Schureman, 5-7 Sr. Olivia Tierney, 6-1 Jr. Kennedy Harrison, 5-3 8^th Grade Kendall Kearney, and 5-6 Jr. Jaelle Henderson.

Great Crossing withstood a late rally to defeat Newport Central Catholic by the score of 47-42. Great Crossing shot 36.7% from the field including four of 16 from the three point line. The Lady Warhawks connected on seven of 12 free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and scored 19 points off 22 Newport Central Catholic turnovers. Newport Central Catholic shot 31.9% from the field including six of 24 from beyond the arc. They connected on six of nine free throws, pulled down 35 rebounds, and scored 11 points off 14 Great Crossing turnovers.

Olivia Tierney led Great Crossing with 20 points including two three point baskets, three rebounds, and two assists. Ava Schureman added 11 points, four rebounds, and four steals. 5-5 Fr. Nia Carr added six points, four rebounds, and three steals. Kennedy Harrison recorded five points, 11 rebounds, five blocked shots, and two steals. Jaelle Henderson chipped in with five points and four rebounds.

Caroline Eaglin led Newport Central Catholic with 22 points including four three point baskets, five rebounds, and two assists. 5-5 Fr. Brooklyn Cole added 10 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and two assists. Emma Beck recorded four points, six rebounds, and two blocked shots. 5-10 Fr. Alaina Albrinck added two points and 10 rebounds.

Newport Central Catholic,6,7,8,21,42

Great Crossing,15,6,16,10,47

Newport Central Catholic (42) – Beck 4, Green 0, Brannen 2, Eaglin 22, Wherry-McFarland 2, Cole 10, Albrinck 2.

Great Crossing (47) – Schureman 11, O. Tierney 20, Harrison 5, Kearney 0, Jaelle Henderson 5, Carr 6.

 

Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the Great Crossing Stats Crew for the comprehensive stats provided for tonight's games.

 

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Great Crossing vs. South Oldham (Girls) February 16, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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Great Crossing vs. South Oldham (Girls)

South Oldham High School
Crestwood, KY
February16, 2024

© 2024 by Ron Harrison

Great Crossing coach Matt Walls started the following lineup: 5-11 Sr. Ava Schureman, 5-7 Sr. Olivia Tierney, 6-1 Jr. Kennedy Harrison, 5-3 8^th Grade Kendall Kearney, and 5-6 Jr. Jaelle Henderson. South Oldham coach Gene Heffington countered with 5-8 Sr. Ella Morrison, 5-7 Sr. Chloe John, 5-8 So. Madison Young, 5-5 Sr. Avery Flynn, and 5-7 Sr. Sydney Hall.

Great Crossing trailed 29-22 at halftime but rallied in the second half to defeat South Oldham by the score of 60-55. There were three lead changes and four ties in this game. Great Crossing shot 38.8% from the field including three of 18 from the three point line. The Lady Warhawks connected on five of eight free throws, pulled down 36 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 18 South Oldham turnovers. South Oldham shot 35.3% from the field including two of 16 from beyond the arc. The Lady Dragons connected on 17 of 23 free throws, pulled down 41 rebounds, and scored 10 points off 11 Great Crossing turnovers.

Jaelle Henderson led Great Crossing with 14 points, three rebounds, four assists, and two steals. Ava Schureman added 13 points, five rebounds, and three assists. Olivia Tierney recorded 11 points, three rebounds, and two assists. Kendall Kearney chipped in with nine points and two blocked shots. Kennedy Harrison recorded seven points, 11 rebounds, five blocked shots, and two steals.

Madison Young led South Oldham with 28 points including seven of eight free throws, 12 rebounds,two assists, and two blocked shots. Ella Morrison added 15 points including four of five free throws, six rebounds, and two blocked shots. Chloe John recorded four points, four rebounds, and three steals.

Great Crossing,7,15,24,14,60

South Oldham,14,15,18,8,55

Great Crossing (60) – Schureman 13, Tierney 11, Harrison 7, Kearney 9, Jaelle Henderson 14, Carr 2, C. Tierney 4.

South Oldham (55) – Morrison 15, John 4, Young 28, Flynn 0, Hall 3, Brickey 3, Turner 2.

 

Acknowledgements

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Frederick Douglass vs. Sacred Heart Academy (Girls) February 23, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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Frederick Douglass vs. Sacred Heart Academy (Girls)

Sacred Heart Academy
Louisville, KY
February 23, 2024

© 2024 by Ron Harrison

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. Sacred Heart Academy coach Donna Moir countered with 6-0 Sr. Abigail Wolff, 5-8 Sr. Claire Russell, 6-3 Sr. Angelina Pelayo, 5-4 Sr. Allea Holbrook, and 5-9 Sr. Emi-Lee Howe.

Sacred Heart Academy outscored Frederick Douglass 19-5 in the second quarter on their way to an 82-56 victory. Sacred Heart shot 51.5% from the field including seven of 20 from the three point line. The Valkyries connected on five of 11 free throws, pulled down 38 rebounds, and scored 26 points off 21 Frederick Douglass turnovers. Frederick Douglass shot 45.2% from the field including three of 13 from beyond the arc. The Lady Broncos connected on 15 of 21 free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored 15 points off 10 Sacred Heart Academy turnovers.

Angelina Pelay led Sacred Heart with 23 points on 10 of 11 from the field including one for one beyond the arc, three rebounds, and two assists. 5-11 Sr. Reagan Bender added 23 points including three three point baskets, two rebounds, and two steals. ZaKiyah Johnson recorded 12 points, seven rebounds, seven assists, two blocked shots, and two steals. 5-3 Fr. Amirah “Tootie” Jordan chipped in with six points, five assists, and five steals. 5-8 Jr, Caroline Osting added six points. Claire Russell recorded three points, nine rebounds, and four assists. Allea Holbrook chipped in with six points on two three point baskets.

Ayanna-Sarai Darrington led Frederick Douglass with 16 points and 14 rebounds, Jaylee Knowles added 15 points including seven of 11 free throws, and three rebounds. Niah Rhodes recorded 16 points including two three point baskets, two rebounds, and two steals.

Frederick Douglass,13,5,21,17,56

Sacred Heart Academy,15,19,17,31,82

Frederick Douglass (56) – Knowles 15, Maxwell 0, Darrington 16, Baker 3, Rhodes 16, Bennett 4, Major 2.

Sacred Heart Academy (82) – Wolff 1, Russell 3, Pelayo 23, Holbrook 6, Howe 0, Bender 23, Johnson 12, Jordan 6, Kincaid 2, Osting 6.

 

Acknowledgements

A special thanks to Bob Tonini of Sacred Heart Academy for the comprehensive stats provided for tonight's games.

 

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Warren Central vs. Lexington Catholic (Boys) February 23, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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Warren Central vs. Lexington Catholic (Boys)

Lexington Catholic High School
Lexington, KY
February 23, 2024

© 2024 by Ron Harrison

Warren Central coach William Unseld started the following lineup: 6-6 Sr. Kade Unseld, 6-5 Sr. Elijah Starks, 6-5 Jr. Jared Kirk, 5-8 Sr. Cadin Hammer, and 6-4 Sr. Drevin Bratton. 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 Williams.

Lexington Catholic defeated Warren Central by the score of 73-57. Lexington Catholic shot 57.1% from the field including 12 of 22 from the three point line. The Knights connected on five of seven free throws, pulled down 18 rebounds, and score 23 points off 13 Warren Central turnovers. Warren Central shot 46.3% from the field including two of 13 from beyond the arc. The Dragons connected on 17 of 23 free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored six points off seven Lexington Catholic turnovers.

Tyler Doyle led Lexington Catholic with 26 points including five of six free throws, five rebounds, eight assists, and three steals. 6-0 Sr. Sam Smith added 11 points including three three point baskets, and five assists. John Reinhart recorded 11 points including three three point baskets. Rowan Williams chipped in with eight points and two rebounds.

Elijah Starks led Warren Central with 22 points including six of nine free throws, and seven rebounds. Kade Unseld added 17 points including eight of 10 free throws, eight rebounds, and four assists. Drevin Bratton recorded 11 points, three rebounds, and four assists.

Warren Central,13,15,19,10,57

Lexington Catholic,18,23,14,18,73

Warren Central (57) – Unseld 17, Starks 22, Kirk 3, Hammer 0, Bratton 11, Howard 4.

Lexington Catholic (73) – Doyle 26, R. Williams 8, M. Williams 6, Reinhart 11, Turner 5, Smith 11, Kennedy 6.

 

Acknowledgements

A special thanks to the Lexington Catholic Stats Crew for the comprehensive stats provided for tonight's games.

 

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North Laurel vs. Henry Clay (Girls) February 23, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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North Laurel vs. Henry Clay (Girls)

Henry Clay High School
Lexington, KY
February 23, 2024

© 2024 by Ron Harrison

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. 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.

North Laurel defeated Henry Clay by the score of 60-45. North Laurel shot 45% from the field including six of 15 from the three point line. The Lady Jaguars connected on 18 of 25 free throws, pulled down 25 rebounds, and scored 14 points off 13 Henry Clay turnovers. Henry Clay shot 37% from the field including six of 18 from beyond the arc. The Lady Blue Devils connected on five of five free throws, pulled down 29 rebounds, and scored eight points off six North Laurel turnovers.

Brooke Nichelson led North Laurel with 27 points including three three point baskets, eight of 11 free throws, four rebounds, and four assists. Chloe McKnight added 12 points including eight of 10 free throws, and seven rebounds. Jaelyn Black recorded eight points including two three point baskets, three assists, and three steals. Haley Combs chipped in with eight points and two assists. 6-2 Fr, Marielle Claybrook added five points, six rebounds, and three blocked shots.

Lydia Van Metre led Henry Clay with 13 points including three three point baskets, five rebounds, and two assists. Elizabeth Nelson added eight points and five rebounds. 5-5 7^th Grade Tamia Waide recorded eight points, four rebounds, and two assists. Allison Stone chipped in with six points, four rebounds, and two assists.

North Laurel,17,12,20,11,60

Henry Clay,11,6,12,16,45

North Laurel (60) – Nichelson 27, G. McKnight 0, C. McKnight 12, Combs 8, Black 8, Claybrook 5.

Henry Clay (45) – Stone 6, Van Metre 13, Nelson 8, Sutton 3, Miller 3, Jeffers 2, Waide 8, Young 2.

 

Acknowledgements

A special thanks to WL Stats for the comprehensive stats provided for tonight's games.

 

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Jackson County vs. Great Crossing (Girls) February 22, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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Jackson County vs. Great Crossing (Girls)

Great Crossing High School
Georgetown, KY
February 22, 2024

© 2024 by Ron Harrison

Jackson County coach Kourtney Tyra started the following lineup: 5-8 Sr. Jenna Creech, 5-8 Jr. Annslee Nichols, 6-2 Jr. Abby Gilbert, 5-4 So. Lauryn Sizemore, and 5-8 Sr. Madison Curry. Great Crossing coach Matt Walls countered with 5-11 Sr. Ava Schureman, 5-8 Sr. Olivia Tierney, 6-1 Jr. Kennedy Harrison, 5-3 8^th Grade Kendall Kearney, and 5-6 Jr, Jaelle Henderson.

Great Crossing survived a late Jackson County rally to earn a 58-57 victory. The score was tied 30-30 at halftime but Great Crossing outscored Jackson County 21-12 to take a 51-42 lead after three quarters. There were four lead changes and six ties in this game. Great Crossing shot 46.3% from the field including five of 16 from the three point line. The Lady Warhawks connected on three of six free throws, pulled down 32 rebounds, and scored 18 points off 14 Jackson County turnovers. Jackson County shot 43.8% from the field including three of 16 from beyond the arc. The Lady Generals connected on 12 of 14 free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored 21 points off 16 Great Crossing turnovers.

Olivia Tierney led Great Crossing with 15 points including two three point baskets, five rebounds, and three assists. 5-5 Fr, Nia Carr added 14 points, three assists, and four steals. Kendall Kearney recorded nine points, two assists, and three steals. Kennedy Harrison chipped in with six points and 10 rebounds. Jaelle Henderson added five points and five rebounds. Ava Schureman recorded four points, six rebounds, five assists, and three steals.

Abby Gilbert led Jackson County with 28 points, 13 rebounds, three assists, four blocked shots, and three steals. Madison Curry added 12 points, two assists, and two steals. Annslee Nichols recorded six points, four rebounds, and two steals.

Jackson County,15,15,12,15,57

Great Crossing,16,14,21,7,58

Jackson County (57) – J. Creech 4, Nichols 6, Gilbert 28, Sizemore 5, Curry 12, S. Creech 2.

Great Crossing (58) – Schureman 4, O. Tierney 15, Harrison 6, Kearney 9, Ja. Henderson 5, Carr 14, Je. Henderson 3, Iriondo 2.

 

Acknowledgements

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Lexington Christian Academy vs. Woodford County (Boys) February 22, 2024
Topic: Basketball

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Lexington Christian Academy vs. Woodford County (Boys)

Woodford County High School
Versailles, KY
February 22, 2024

© 2024 by Ron Harrison

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. Woodford County coach Jaron Brown countered with 6-2 Jr. Jaunte Jenkins, 6-2 Fr. Thurman Wade, 6-4 Sr. Layton Starks, 5-9 Fr. Omari Jointer, and 5-11 Jr. Nolan Asher.

Woodford County defeated Lexington Christian Academy by the score of 75-58. Woodford County led 26-24 at halftime but outscored LCA 28-15 in the third quarter. There were six lead changes and seven ties in this game. Woodford County shot 46.3% from the field including four of 20 from the three point line. The Yellow Jackets connected on nine of 13 free throws, pulled down 42 rebounds, and scored 19 points off 11 LCA turnovers. Lexington Christian Academy shot 41.1% from the field including five of 20 from beyond the arc. The Eagles connected on seven of eight free throws, pulled down 29 rebounds, and scored four points off seven Woodford County turnovers.

Thurman Wade led Woodford County with 17 points, six rebounds, and three steals. Omari Jointer added 14 points, four rebounds, five assists, and two steals. Jaunte Jenkins recorded 14 points, five rebounds, and two steals. Layton Starks chipped in with 12 points and five rebounds. 5-11 Jr. Santonio Waide added six points, two rebounds, and five assists. Nolan Asher recorded six points and five rebounds. 6-0 Fr. Wyatt Peters chipped in with sic points including two three point baskets and five rebounds.

6-2 Jr. Andersen Green led Lexington Christian Academy with 20 points including three three point baskets and two assists. Kenyatta Hardge added 12 points and nine rebounds. Saxton Howard recorded 10 points, three rebounds, and two assists. Hagan Preston chipped in with nine points, five rebounds, two assists, two blocked shots, and two steals.

Lexington Christian Academy,6,18,15,19,58

Woodford County,12,14,28,21,75

Lexington Christian Academy (58) – Hardge 12, Preston 9, King 2, Spillman 3, Howard 10, Green 20, Cummins 2.

Woodford County (75) – Jenkins 14, Wade 17, Starks 12, Jointer 14, Asher 6, Waide 6, Peters 6.

 

Acknowledgements

A special thanks to WL Stats for the comprehensive stats provided for tonight's games.

 

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