I didn't notice that. I just felt like the post play of the Shining Stars was strong in the second half. But, if this is true, that would hurt. Trammel is his name and he's a great player. I saw a couple Bulldogs players head drop late in the game. Gotta play through and stay in it metally.

 

Shining stars win again by beating Higher Level. Another good, big win. They took the one seed in their pool.Good team.

 

Lexington Ice have had a rough weekend. I believe they will have to play in the play-in game.

 

WKY Elite has played very well this weekend. 2-0 and 1st place in their pool. Josh Forrest is a stud.

 

DSAS is their usual. Solid team and they are very intense. This team is constantly playing and working and has really good players.

 

The staff at KBA really seems to have this tournament together. Coaches, teams, and players should applaud them.

 

 

Enjoyed my day at the KBA today. Saw lots of good players. I too watched the DSAS 16u...they play so well together and I agree very intense. Good to watch some of the DSAS 17u they won big this morning.

 

Good to see and talk to Mike Flynn, he was there watching his kids from Highlands.

What were the results from today?

What were the results from today?

 

Go to playkba.com for results.

DS 17u plays Ky Players at 10.20 in the morning

should be a good game. Ricardo Johnson is the best player in the state but

DS17u will be a tough out

In the 17U division, the KY Players took over in the second half in their game against the lightning. Ricardo Johnson is just really good. He sees the floor well, shoots well, passes well and can get to the rim. Pittman and Jeremiah didnt play a whole lot, if at all, in this game. Maybe the coach was resting them as the game seemed to be in control from the start.

 

Shining Stars McFarland went 3-0 in pool play. The only true test they faced was against Higher Level Gold and the Stars won 68-66. From this team, I love to watch Sewell, Jackson and Gabbard. Trinity, Scott Co., and Boone County are going to be set next season with these players.

 

In th 16U division, the Lexington Ice won the play in game against Higher Level, but lost against the DSAS in the first round on bracket play. Again, DSAS just to strong. Good group of kids and great group of talent.

 

The Hoyas Elite beat up on the team listed as The Truth (but had "Thunder" jersey's on). Im not sure who this Hoyas Elite team is, or who plays for them, but they are a good talented group of guys. I heard someone say they were from Louisville. Anyone have any idea?

 

The Shining Stars beat WKY Elite blue (the lower level, less talented WKY Elite) by 29. So they did what they should have and blew that team out. I didnt get a chance to watch this game, but I am sure Schuette got off after being held to only 5 or so against the NKY Bulldogs. And that Neal Pawsett, he's a real good player. Stout and strong and can shoot it. Jordan Gilbert is a nice PG and really seems to have the beat of his team and does a good job of shooting from the outside and pentrating and then dishing.

 

The WKY Elite white was the real deal WKY Elite team with Josh Forrest. This kid is absolutely awesome. And fun to watch. They won a very toughly contested battle against the NKY Bulldogs in overtime. Forrest had about 25 points in the game and a #30 for the Elite was a quick shooting and driving guard. Talented and I talked to another spectator after the game that said these two boys were "going somewhere". For the NKY Bulldogs, #1 Flesch is becoming a stud IMO. He must have had 18-20 points and played fantastic defense against Forrest when he was assigned to him (Forrest 6'5"/Flesch 5'11"). Flesch is also becoming a leader on the floor. Stauffer of Ryle also played great, with about 18-20 pts and probably 10 boards atleast.

 

Fun games to watch.

 

All i see posted right now is the 16U Bracket play and it is as follows:

 

DSAS vs. WKY Elite white

Shining Stars vs. Hoyas Elite

 

Both games to be played at 11:40

 

As a side note, I saw many coaches and or scouts at the KBA this weekend from different D-2/D-3 schools. So that was cool to see.

A side note that I left out...

 

There is a kid, I am told his last name is Hodges and that he goes to Connor Highschool. I have seen him play a few times for the NKY Bulldogs. He goes about 6'7" and seems to be turning into a nice player. He had a nice dunk against the 16U Shining Stars and played well against the WKY Elite white. I am told to keep an eye on him.

 

Another to keep an eye on is: Zeke Pike

And, does anyone know how Zeke Pike finished out the tournament? The kid had a nice game against the NKY Bulldogs and looked strong inside. Let us know.

DS 17u plays Ky Players at 10.20 in the morning

should be a good game. Ricardo Johnson is the best player in the state but

DS17u will be a tough out

 

DS17u took out the Kentucky players in an exciting game. DS fell behind by about 20 in the first half, only to come back and take about 8-10 point lead in the second half before Players tied it in regulation. DS won it on Justice layup at the buzzer in o/t. Ds got beat in the semifinals on a last second deep shot by Shaquille Wilson and I believe Shining Stars Mcfarland ended up winning it all. Most competitive tournament I have seen in awhile. Lot of good players in this class.

DSAS defeated Shining Stars in the finals of the 16U tournament.

DS17u took out the Kentucky players in an exciting game. DS fell behind by about 20 in the first half, only to come back and take about 8-10 point lead in the second half before Players tied it in regulation. DS won it on Justice layup at the buzzer in o/t. Ds got beat in the semifinals on a last second deep shot by Shaquille Wilson and I believe Shining Stars Mcfarland ended up winning it all. Most competitive tournament I have seen in awhile. Lot of good players in this class.

 

What players stood out today from each team?

What players stood out today from each team?

 

Justice is pretty much as advertised for DSAS. The crossover he used to get to the rim against Players was sick and everybody in the gym knew he was going to the rim.

 

Jackson and Sewell from Shining Star were impressive in the games that I saw and Gabbard does a nice job running the point for that team.

 

Elijah Pittman was fun to watch not necessarily because he was playing great basketball but he seems to have a good time doing it. He has a running conversation with teammates, opposing players, officials. Stuck a big time 3 against DSAS to send game into OT.

Pittman shoots the 3 suprisingly well, seems like he would much rather play on the perimter than in the paint. Barnhill did a good job against him and competed well, I was also impressed with the play of Ashley Hatfield and Madison Johnson who hit some big shots for DS 17u.

Ky Firebirds were also much better than expected especially the Grote kid for them.

I also thought Corrie Rogers played well against Ricardo Johnson for the DS all stars, he plays with a lot of heart.

Good to hear good things from Justice.

I would have to think Sewell and Jackson raised their stock this weekend and have to move to the top of the rankings!!

 

On a team with several solid players but none of the "stars" in the state, playing in a tournament with most all of the quality seniors to be, they led their team to a relatively easy championship(8-10 points or more in most games).

 

I would have to put these two in the group when talking about the top 5 seniors-to-be in the state based on this performance or else someone needs to give some of the other players(Gabbard, Evans, Flannery,Kowolonek etc) a bit more credit.

Pittman shoots the 3 suprisingly well, seems like he would much rather play on the perimter than in the paint. Barnhill did a good job against him and competed well, I was also impressed with the play of Ashley Hatfield and Madison Johnson who hit some big shots for DS 17u.

Ky Firebirds were also much better than expected especially the Grote kid for them.

:ylsuper:

 

WOW any other good match-ups? Lother vs Gabbard?

Grote vs Justice (Fri.)??

 

I agree with you about Grote... His AAU coach says He has Greg McGraw like ability the 9th region better hope he doesn't reach that level.

 

17U Ricardo was AWESOME... Sewell is for real, Justice loved him what a competitor. ALOT OF TALENT IN THE CLASS OF 2010

 

Hats off to the organizers and host of the 2009 State Championship very well run great officiating. :banana::banana:

Edited May 17, 200917 yr by CATBIRD
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