Bardstown 76 Thomas Nelson 57 (19th District Semifinals)

[Jim Schue]

Bardstown — more specifically, JJ Traynor — dominated in this game. Traynor had 26 points and 18 rebounds, and had I don't know how many blocks. It felt like 8 or 9, and he altered probably twice that many shots. Also had 4 dunks, including a beautiful oop play.

 

Packed gym at Bethlehem tonight. Great crowd.

 

Tough loss for Thomas Nelson, who had played Bardstown close in two losses in the regular season. Their senior bunch leaves having set the new school record for wins at 18, and an amazing job done by coach Chris Tolliver and his team in turning around a program that had won a grand total of 9 games the four previous seasons. They have a lot to be proud of.

 

If Bardstown plays like they did tonight, they can make some noise in the region.

[Jim Schue]

Bardstown takes on Washington Co. in Friday's finals. The Commanders are in their first district final since 2003.

[Jim Schue]

Also, congratulations to Bardstown coach Boo Brewer for winning his 200th game as a head coach last night. He's averaged 22 wins a season over nine years.