Covington Catholic 75 Dixie Heights 36 (9th Region Round 1)

9 hours ago, Honey Badger said:

 

Felt pretty stupid for saying this while watching the game. Got my $13 worth just got off that game alone. HC really played the better basketball. Ricardo out coached Snapp all night. Newport had a few better athletes that really made the difference in the last 4 minutes when both teams went to stall ball.

Newport keeps their opponents in the game with the way they play, quick shots, unnecessary turnovers, and bouts of lack of focus.  Their players were talking to people along the sideline more than their own coaches, and they lack a genuine cohesion in their play.  With their length and athleticism, mixed with Mil's passing and shot making, they should be the best team up here, but they are at times their own worst enemy.  Their press is very good, especially with Starks at the point of it, because they have so much length.  

Shocked that there isn't a more concerted effort to get Turner involved.  He is incredibly special athletically, you have to get more than 5 points out of him, or whatever he finished with.