Final from Latonia.

Lloyd came out hot and Holy Cross didn’t have an answer for Anthony Blaackar. Lloyd built up a 10-point lead after one. Holy Cross  responded with a 13-0 run in the 2nd quarter to take a 3 point lead but Lloyd would lead by 4 after 16 minutes.

The 3rd quarter was all Lloyd outscoring Holy Cross 26-10 and from there the Indians were trying to play catchup. Give Lloyd credit for going into the Finn Center and coming away with a big road win. The Indians had a bad shooting night going 2-16 from 3. Blaackar finished with 30 points and was the best player I’ve seen up close this year. Give him credit.

Holy Cross will look to bounce back on Friday vs Holmes before hosting the 9th region boys All “A” Tournament next week.

Unofficial from Holy Cross Radio….

LM 18 9 26 10 - 63

HC 8 15 10 20 - 53

Lloyd (8-3) Blaackar 30, Kabeya 12, Coleman 10, I Golsby 6, Lewis 2, Barger 2, N Golsby 1.

HC (12/2) - Rominger 13, Arlinghaus 11, Gabbard 8, Urlage 7, Henderson 6, Bottom 2, B Thornberry 2, Adams 2, Hunt 2.

Very recently I was laughed at in my face by multiple people for saying I thought Lloyd could beat Holy Cross. Things were said to me like " Blaackar is not that good " " All Lloyd has is Blaackar "  "Lloyd has no size " " Lloyd has no experience " " EJ Walker is not there to save Lloyd anymore ". Right now all I can do is sit back and laugh and I can't wait to see my acquaintances again.

None of those comments were from me. Lol. Like I said in my post. Lloyd played a great game and deserve a lot of credit for a big road win. Also one loss doesn’t mean Holy Cross still isn’t a very strong team. On this night it was Lloyd. Holy cross will be just fine. Sometimes you tip your hat to the other team.  

32 minutes ago, Baseball Nut 24 said:

Final from Latonia.

Unofficial from Holy Cross Radio….

LM 18 9 26 10 - 63

HC 8 15 10 20 - 53

Those are some wild scoring swings.

17 minutes ago, Honey Badger said:

Very recently I was laughed at in my face by multiple people for saying I thought Lloyd could beat Holy Cross. Things were said to me like " Blaackar is not that good " " All Lloyd has is Blaackar "  "Lloyd has no size " " Lloyd has no experience " " EJ Walker is not there to save Lloyd anymore ". Right now all I can do is sit back and laugh and I can't wait to see my acquaintances again.

Take CCH out of the equation, and NKY is upset city waiting to happen.

Yes and no. After Cov Cath I still feel it’s only 4-5 teams no deeper than that. With HC & Highlands losing this week against 2 good teams I could see why you would say that. I look for HC to bounce back from this loss. 

19 minutes ago, Baseball Nut 24 said:

None of those comments were from me. Lol. Like I said in my post. Lloyd played a great game and deserve a lot of credit for a big road win. Also one loss doesn’t mean Holy Cross still isn’t a very strong team. On this night it was Lloyd. Holy cross will be just fine. Sometimes you tip your hat to the other team.  

Definitely. Holy Cross is legit. I am sure Ric is not happy but I think this was a bigger win for Lloyd more than it was a bad loss for the Indians. Both teams are going to be tough outs when the 9th Region Tournament rolls around and I think coach Walker and Johnson would both love to play this game again. These are the types of games you want to be apart of.

12 minutes ago, Honey Badger said:

Definitely. Holy Cross is legit. I am sure Ric is not happy but I think this was a bigger win for Lloyd more than it was a bad loss for the Indians. Both teams are going to be tough outs when the 9th Region Tournament rolls around and I think coach Walker and Johnson would both love to play this game again. These are the types of games you want to be apart of.

100% agree with your takes. Huge props to Blaackar tonight. Kid is fun to watch. 

2 minutes ago, Baseball Nut 24 said:

100% agree with your takes. Huge props to Blaackar tonight. Kid is fun to watch. 

His motor is what impresses me the most about him. Highly skilled but without that work horse engine it would mean nothing.

Huge crowd last night at the Finn Center. Always fun seeing a packed house in Latonia for a big game. The Indians next play Holmes on Friday at home. Big week next week when they host the boys All "A" regional.

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This was a wonderful tribute before the game to my Mom who will be 91 this year. She's been watching and following games (over 7 sports with her kids and grandkids) at Holy Cross since 1969. Well done HC!

24 minutes ago, theguru said:

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Holy Cross had a couple nice presentations last night.  However, their PA system really needs an upgrade.

3 minutes ago, 4 Quarters said:

Holy Cross had a couple nice presentations last night.  However, their PA system really needs an upgrade.

I think I saw the Fast Pitch Softball team being honored too. 

Holy Cross is a "hidden gem" in NKY. 

1 minute ago, theguru said:

I think I saw the Fast Pitch Softball team being honored too. 

Holy Cross is a "hidden gem" in NKY. 

You are correct on both accounts, also an entertaining basketball game was tossed in.