upandcomer
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Agree. There is always someone trying to find a way to hand a trophy to the person on the losing end. Vinson got what he earned, "All-Tournament Team". The winning team's most valuable player should get the trophy, and did. NTM, the first time they played when CCH won by 26 and Green had 17 (on 6/7 shooting, and 5/6 FT), and was strong inside, and Vinson had 7 and and was 3/12 from the field. Vinson is a stud. I hope that he goes to NKU (but, he may end up higher level) and has a long, successful career, and I can cheer for him for the next 4-5 years. But, last night, Green earned it.
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I disagree with this. I agree that Vinson is very good, and likely the best player on the floor last night. If HHS won, he would have been the MVP. But, they lost. Vinson and team could not get over the hump. And, CCH did win, and Neil was the most valuable productive player on their team over the course of the tournament. You can't fault Neil for the talent that is around him, and where they would be if he wasn't there, just like you can't build Vinson up, just because his team isn't as deep or talented as CCH. CCH won so their most valuable player gets the award. That simple. With your logic, I could argue that DaeShawn White or Gavin Rabe or Ian Snelling should have won. Where would their teams be without them???
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Conner 78 Beechwood 59 (9th Region Quarterfinal)
upandcomer replied to B-Ball-fan's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Didn’t hear this at all last year when they were winning a lot and beat CCH twice. Interesting take all the sudden. -
People act as though SK always has a ton of talent to compete in this region. I agree SK should get out of the district every year, but expecting them to win the region every year is silly. They had the talent to do it this year, but the 8th is loaded. South, Collins, and OC are all just as talented, if not more so.
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article 8th Region Tournament Preview
upandcomer replied to ColonelMike's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Round 1 Winner Predictions: South Oldham Collins Grant Oldham County Round 2 Winner Predictions: Collins Oldham County Region Winner Prediction: Oldham County This really should be a great tournament. I believe any one of 4 teams could win (SO, Collins, SK, OC). And, Grant could push some teams. Made the predictions for fun, but this tourney will be one to keep an eye on! -
article 9th Region Tournament Preview
upandcomer replied to PP1's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Centers playing at a high level right now. Could be right, and could be a good game, but I see St. H with the horses to pull through in the end. -
article 9th Region Tournament Preview
upandcomer replied to PP1's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
I should have added Draud to this list also. Another crop of players to pay attention to are: Riley & Downton (Beechwood), Shea (St. H), Osterbur & Couzins (Conner), White & Nelson(Newport), Rabe (Cooper), McHale & Starks (CCH), Ahfeld (Highlands), Snelling & Geraci (Dixie). -
article 9th Region Tournament Preview
upandcomer replied to PP1's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Nice review. I'll predict: St. Henry CCH Conner Highlands Very chalky, I know. But, the lower ranked teams like Cooper, Newport, and Dixie just haven't been consistently great at winning games this season, and I believe the teams they are playing are just plain better, and have better players. With that said, Conner vs. Beechwood is the most intriguing, and if their were an upset, that is the one that I'd pick. I'll also say, I like the "star" talent this year. Vieth, Bessler, Stocks, Disken, Green, Scott, Centers, Vinson, Muller... All names we've been hearing for a while. I hope these make for exciting games. -
Draud takes over all-time scoring at Beechwood
upandcomer replied to 5-oh's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Congrats to Mr. Draud. Excellent scorer and tenacious player. -
Cooper 47 Ryle 44 (33rd District Semi-Finals)
upandcomer replied to NKYCoach859's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
I highly doubt that would happen. But, if it did, Ryle would be loaded with guards and talent. Would it be the best overall set of guards in the region? Robinson, Bush, Rabe, and #4 (Bishop, I’ve seen is his name)? And, didn’t the family move? If you make a legit move I thought you could still play. I’ve seen it a ton in this region and everywhere else in the state. Either way, Ryle basketball is really looking up. -
Cooper 47 Ryle 44 (33rd District Semi-Finals)
upandcomer replied to NKYCoach859's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Have to think Ryle is encouraged moving forward that their young group held Coopers best, or second best player in check. With that said, Centers and Deere came to play, and Jennings hit the shot of his life. Great game. Shouldn’t be marred by this call, or that call. I see these 2 teams going toe to toe for years to come. On a side note, if Rabe would have stayed at Ryle... Cooper would have been in real trouble this season. -
Travel Teams & "Borrow a Player"
upandcomer replied to a topic in AAU / Select / Club / Travel Sports
Yes they practice, they may have weekend training camps where they practice 3-5 times in one weekend. It may be a lot, but it also helps with conditioning for tournaments. You may play 3-4 games in one day. Ive never been a fan of "renting" a player, but if you're renting a player then they are in the market to switch teams. I know of a kid about five years ago that actually did play for another team with his coaching okaying the move for a weekend. The kid turned an ankle, and had to miss a tournament or two. Needless to say, this has never been a problem for that coach again. -
2016: Mr. Basketball Race, Top Players
upandcomer replied to JokersWild24's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Ok, while we are on the subject of 2016; who would you rather have? Snapp or Perry? -both are coaches sons. -Snapp plays better competition during the high school season, but Perry plays on a more talented aau team. -Perry is the better run and jump athlete, Snapp is svelte, and can get in the lane using his craftiness. -both have high ball iqs, and can shoot. -both aren't great defenders, but work hard on the defensive end of the floor. I really like both of them. Ive seen games where they both may not be the most publicized kid on the floor, but came away highly impressed with them. -
Yikes, how is Weyer playing?