Ther are not many easy nights in the 11th region unless you choose to play them. The two teams that advance in the 42nd district one of them will win the region.

I watched this game last night. These type Bluegrass teams are simply miles ahead of the teams in my part of the state, with the exception of South Laurel. They just play more intense, both defensively and offensely.

 

The one problem I did have, though, was with the officiating. They basicly let both teams practically mug each other on defense all night long, without calling anything. And I've never seen so many over the back fouls go uncalled. But the refs were pretty consistent....both sides were allowed to play phsical with hand checks, hacking, bumping, bellying-up, etc....with no whistle. I realize there were quite a few free throws shot, but there probably could have been twice that many. I told the guys I was with that if this game had been called by mountain officials both teams would have finished the game with the subs playing.

 

Welcome to Central Kentucky. Maybe a reason why the mountain teams struggle at Rupp last few seasons.

Nice win for Scott County. The 11th Region Tournament should be a dandy!

Welcome to Central Kentucky. Maybe a reason why the mountain teams struggle at Rupp last few seasons.

You are exactly right. I suppose the mountain officials are going to have to start allowing a little more physical play. But that will always play into the hands of the bigger schools like Perry Central who tend to have more quality bench strength than the smaller schools.

Personally and as a woman, I like the rough play. If high school basketball is indeed a stepping stone to college, let the boys become men and get ready to play college ball. If they play tougher ball then they won't be surprised when they take their first hack in college. As far as Scott County and Henry Clay it is really anybody's game. Scott County needs to develop some mental toughness, if they get down a few points they really get down. What they need to do is get down and dirty, go out there and hustle and play ball. Don't worry about the refs, the parents, or the opposing teams fans, JUST PLAY BALL!! Because that's what Henry Clay comes to do.