Russell has strong 2nd half to up their record to 6-0. Led by 4 at half, went up by 20+ in the 2nd half. I didn't catch the exact stats but I'd guess VanHoose with 25 or so, Gill with 12, Blair and Robinson with close to 10 each, Turner 6. I caught a glimpse of what I thought Russell would look like this year in the 2nd half.:banana:

Yeah, but it was just a glimpse. They need to sustain that.

I believe VanHoose had 30 points. It seemed like 25 of those came in the 2nd

half. Russell scored 29 in the third quarter, more than doubling their score

from the beginning of the half. Dodd seemed much more pleased with the

Devils' effort after today's game, especially the defensive intensity.

 

Even though it was a four point game after 2 quarters (28-24), Russell seemed

in control for most of the first half, they just missed a few lay-ups on the

runout and VanHoose was a little cold from outside. The more positive aspect

of the game was the Russell foul situation. I don't believe Russell committed

more than 8 fouls in the first half, and they had fewer than 7 in the second.

Further, Russell looked decent from the line, particularly Scott Gill who went

at least 4-6.

 

I was more than pleased with the effort, especially because Russell was still

in school today and had to play this game almost directly after the last class.

The first half Russell looked like they were asleep. No second effort to gaurd or go after a rebound.

 

The third quarter was the type of effort that should be given the entire game.

 

The fourth quarter it was back into cruise control. Letting a more than comfortable lead slip back to respectable.

Listened on the radio, color guy is awful!!!!!:lol:

Game was not nearly as close as the score indicated. Congratulations to the "poll sitters".:thumb:

Listened on the radio, color guy is awful!!!!!:lol:

Game was not nearly as close as the score indicated. Congratulations to the "poll sitters".:thumb:

I guess Dirk spoiled you:D

VanHoose had 19 in 3rd Quarter alone. Those doubters as to his D-1 talent are starting to look stupid.

I guess Dirk spoiled you:D

Spoiled isn't the word I'd use!

Good win for Russell & the 16th. I always get Warren East & Warren Central confused didn't one of them win the State Tournament a few years ago? Which is the more highly rated team this year?

VanHoose had 19 in 3rd Quarter alone. Those doubters as to his D-1 talent are starting to look stupid.

Looks like Russell is heading to a showdown against Boone County. I think this will define VanHoose's talent.

Good win for Russell & the 16th. I always get Warren East & Warren Central confused didn't one of them win the State Tournament a few years ago? Which is the more highly rated team this year?

Warren Central.

Looks like Russell is heading to a showdown against Boone County. I think this will define VanHoose's talent.

 

From what I saw of Boone County Vanhoose will appear to be "All World" against them. They were not very impressive.

Listened on the radio, color guy is awful!!!!!:lol:

:thumb: :laugh:on the Russell radio crew. By the way spindoc, your present avatar is great!!!! Keep em' in the outdoors.:thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:

Vanhoose is real good ,but there are five on the floor . Lets see that the other guys get their credit too.

:thumb: :laugh:on the Russell radio crew. By the way spindoc, your present avatar is great!!!! Keep em' in the outdoors.:thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:

In all honesty, I hope by some sort of stroke of luck that the Russell color guy decides to come on over to RH and do color for their games next season!:thumb: