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What is going on in Park Hills. Looked at their records the last two years and things aren’t looking to good! Was Coach Cooper the right hire? Was this job to big for her? This year record is 5-5 with big/bad losses and last year 8-18!

Scott played zone according to this story in the Tribune. See coach's comments about SK's turnovers against a zone. Scott boys’ basketball team picking up where it left off last season without all-time leading scorer | NKyTribune

This is what was written a few months ago when the Highlands boosters started yelping about a big loss to Scott County. They did the same thing to Bill Herrmann years ago, but he turned out fine. Don Owen: Lesson learned from Highlands football history; patience is virtue, supercedes overreaction | NKyTribune

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Game of the Week: Covington Catholic vs. Cincinnati Moeller: Coming in Moeller was ranked No. 1 in Cincinnati (also ranked in the top 25 in nation) and Covington Catholic was ranked No. 1 in Northern Kentucky. This one was sold out almost two days in advance and many D1 coaches attended this showdown. Covington Catholic posted a 58-53 victory. Covington Catholic was led by C.J. Fredrick (23 points), Aiden Ruthsatz (15 points) and Jake Walter (10 points). Many observers believe this was one of the best atmospheres for an area high school basketball game in years. Best holiday tournament games coming up:
King of the Bluegrass(Fairdale): Covington Catholic and Cooper Swauger Holiday Classic- Ryle, Bellevue, Newport and Ludlow Simon Kenton Invitational Tournament- Conner, Dixie Heights and Holy Cross Freshman success: Both players lead their team in scoring Wyatt Vieth – St. Henry (10.4 ppg) Scott Draud ( 21.0 ppg) (Beechwood) Surprise players not listen in Top 10: Parker Zimmerman (17.3 ppg.) (Holy Cross) Vince Rankin (20.2 ppg. 10.0 rpg.) (Ryle) Prediction for 9th Region Tournament : 33rd District: Cooper (Winner), Boone County (Runner Up) 34th District: Dixie Heights ( Winner), St. Henry (Runner Up) 35th District: Covington Catholic (Winner), Holmes (Runner Up) 36th District: Newport Central Catholic (Winner), Newport (Runner Up)
 Biggest Win: Boone County beating Newport Central Catholic (74-66) Covington Catholic beating Cincinnati Moeller (Top 25 in Nation) (58-53) 1. Covington Catholic (5-0) – Had a successful week playing two GCL schools before sell-out crowds. The Colonels defeated Moeller (58-53) and La Salle (67-43). Leading the Colonels for the five three games is C.J. Fredrick (21.0 ppg), Aiden Ruthsatz (18.4 ppg) and Jake Walter (11.8 ppg. 7.2 rpg.). Games coming up: King of the Bluegrass(Fairdale). Previous ranking: 1 2. Cooper (5-1) – Won two games last week against Ryle (77-32) and Cincinnati Clark Montessori (66-38). Games coming up: King of the Bluegrass(Fairdale). Leading Cooper for the first four games are Adam Kunkel (18.5 ppg. 9.5 rpg), Chris McNeil (11.8 ppg. ) and Braydon Runion (8.5 ppg.)
Previous ranking: 2 3. Holmes (3-1) – Played in only one game and defeated Lloyd (66-55). Through four games Holmes is led by Kerez Race (15.5 ppg.), Jarrod Miller (11.7 ppg.) and Donavin Saxon (13.0 ppg.) Games coming up: Campbell County(Dec.19),Waggener(Dec.21),Paintsville(Dec.22).Previous Ranking: 5

 4. Newport (5-2) – The Wildcats played in three games last week and went 2-1 . Had a nice wins against Beechwood (84-68) and Conner (60-57) but suffered a loss to 10th Region powerhouse Campbell County (64-59). Through seven games Newport is led by MeKell Burries (23.9ppg.), Tahj Harding (16.9 ppg.) and Makhi McGuire(11.6 ppg.). Games coming up: Swauger Holiday Classic( Bellevue). Previous Ranking: 6 
5. Newport Central Catholic (5-3) – Had a disappointing week, losing to Boone County (74-66) and Cincinnati Deer Park(80-78 in OT). They also won against district opponent Dayton (97-42). Through eight games NewCath is led by Brennan Hall (24.2 ppg.), Brendan Luken (16.3 ppg. 9.7 rpg.) and Branden Posey (9.4 ppg.) Games coming up: Roger Bacon (Dec.19) and Eastern ( Dec.23).Previous ranking: 3 6. Ryle (5-2) –Had a big week playing against big rivals Conner and Cooper. The Raiders lost to Cooper 77-32 and beat Conner, 61-54. Through seven games Ryle is led by: Vince Rankin (20.2 ppg. 10.0 rpg.) and Jacob Tarvin (10.7 ppg). Games coming up: Swauger Holiday Classic( Bellevue).Previous Ranking: 4 7. Holy Cross (4-2) – Played in three games, with wins against Lloyd (56-41) and Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy (56-53) but a loss to Sosuth Oldam (75-86) and Campbell County ( 59-77). Through seven games Holy Cross is led by Parker Zimmerman (17.3 ppg.), Nolan Schrand (13.8 ppg) and Jordan Niehuas (13.7 ppg.). Games coming up: Simon Kenton Invitational Tournamen Previous Ranking: 10
 8. Boone County (4-4) – During the week played in three games and defeated Williamstown ( 63-29) and Newport Central Catholic (74-66), but lost to Indian Hill (56-59). Through eight games Boone County is led by Ethan Haynes(15.0 ppg.), Ethan Robbins(14.3 ppg.) and Raymond Rodgers(15.6ppg.). Games coming up: Lloyd ( Dec.20) and Frankfort (Dec.22).Previous Ranking:9 
 9. Lloyd (4-3) – During the week played in three games and defeated Williamstown (76-64) and two losses to Holmes (55-66) and Holmes (41-56). * No Stats available Previous week Lloyd is led by Jordan Fann (17.7 ppg.), Jamal Neal (16.5 ppg.) and Evan Molitor (10.7 ppg.). Games coming up: Boone County ( Dec.20).Previous Ranking: 8 10. Highlands- (4-4) — The winning streak is at four games for the Bluebirds. Highlands had wins against Trinity Grammar (77-47), Ludlow (84-48) and Bishop Brossart (50-48). Through eight games Highlands is led by Roddy Gabbard (8.4 ppg.). Games coming Up: Mason County (Dec.21) and Gateway Holiday Classic. Previous Ranking:14
 11. Dixie Heights (2-5) – After having a losing streak of four games, Dixie Heights bounced back and had wins against Beechwood (72-48) and Villa Madonna (81-61). Dixie Heights’ only loss came to Campbell County (61-64). Games coming up: Simon Kenton Invitational Tournament. *Stats not available
Previous Ranking:13
 
 12. Beechwood (4-4) – Had a bad week not only losing two games but had to cancel a game with Simon Kenton due to a flu bug going around. The two losses were against Newport ( 68-84) and Dixie Heights (72-47). Through eight games Beechwood is led by: Scott Draud( 21.0 ppg) and Ben Toebbe (10.3 ppg). Games coming up: Williamstown (Dec.21) and Campbell County(Dec.22).
Previous Ranking: 7 
13.St. Henry (4-4)- After losing a heartbreaker to Highlands in the last seconds, St. Henry bounced back winning games against Bellevue (64-38) and Dayton (74-39) . After eight games Wyatt Vieth leads the team in scoring (10.4 ppg.). Games coming up: Huck Turner Tip- Off Classic. 
Previous Ranking: 11

 14-Conner (1-7) – The losing streak continues to seven games. Played in three games against Simon Kenton ( 48-74, Ryle ( 54-61) and Newport( 57-60). Through five games Conner is led by Tanner Craddock (10.5 ppg.). Games coming up: Simon Kenton Invitational Tournament Previous Ranking: 12
 15. Bellevue (3-3) – Had a bad week, losing two games to St. Henry ( 38-64) and Calvary Christian (67-70). Through seven games Bellevue is led by: Brett Maehren ( 18.5 ppg. 8.8 rpg) and Tommy Ratterman (11.5 ppg.) Games coming up: Swauger Holiday Classic( Bellevue).Previous Ranking:15

 16. Villa Madonna (6-5) — Played five games, winning three and losing twice. Villa Madonna’s wins came against Ludlow (62-54), Walden (73-52) and Brown ( 68-66). The only losses came against Dixie Heights ( 61-81) and Louisville Collegiate ( 58-70). Through the eleven games played Villa is led by Sean McIntyre (13.7 ppg.)and Ben Zalla (12.3 ppg.) Games coming up: Bellevue (Dec.18) and St. Francis ( Dec.18). Previous Ranking: 16
 
 17. Ludlow (2-6) – Played three games, lost two games against Villa Madonna (54-62) and Highlands (48-84) but won against Silver Grove (67-29). Previous stats from last week: Trey Donahue (12.3 ppg and 5.0 rpg.) and Justin Blackburn ( 10.0 ppg. and 6.0 rpg.) Games coming up: Simon Kenton( Dec. 18) and at Swauger Holiday Classic. Previous Ranking:17
 18. Dayton (1-7)-Lost to Newport Central Catholic ( 42-97) and Saint Henry (39-74). Picked up their first win of the season against Silver Grove (67-37). Games coming up this week: Calvary Christian (Dec.18). * Note: No Stats available
Previous Ranking: 18
 
19. Heritage Academy (0-5) – Lost two games last week against Calvary Christian ( 82-41) and Augusta( 63-23). Games coming up: Silver Grove( Dec. 19) and Brown (Dec.21).Note: No Stats available Previous ranking: 19

NKU had a last-second shot that rimmed out. UMBC's Jairus Lyles scores 31 points and was the difference. Drew McDonald with 24 points and 11 boards. Game story and photos here. Maryland-Baltimore County survives last-second NKU attempt, holds on for 76-75 victory | NKyTribune

Former NDA star Morgan Hentz of Stanford named to All-America first team. Great defensive player, gets to everything and still has two years left at Stanford. See story. Hentz named to AVCA All-America first team; Stanford, Penn State fall in NCAA Final Four | NKyTribune

Has he played yet?

Is Houston playing?

Highlands graduates Jared Dougherty and Lou Bunning helped Lindsey Wilson go 11-1 and advance in NAIA playoffs. See story. College spotlight: Highlands grads integral part of Lindsey Wilson football success | NKyTribune

I know and appreciate your comments! The comparative score stuff doesn't work at all, though. If you do that, then in 1982 Chaminade by virtue of its win over No. 1 Virginia and Ralph Sampson should have been ranked No. 1 in the national poll the following week even though they were in the NAIA! That's why Dixie needs to win a game and not rely on comparative scores. Would that have been a laugh, though, with Chaminade from the NAIA No. 1 in the Associated Press college basketball poll in 1982 after beating Virginia?

It's hard to put a winless team No. 6. Yes, they do have some talent, but if they are 0-15 in two months, do we still have them ranked No. 6 based on talent alone? I think not. Right now Dixie is winless against a very tough schedule. An 0-4 record is probably due to a tough schedule, but it's also saying you are not one of the elite teams.

Disagree based on what information?

Game of the Week: Newport Central Catholic(4) vs. Covington Catholic(1) Before the game started, Covington Catholic and Newport Central Catholic honored the life of Bob “Bopper” Finnell for his support of northern Kentucky high school sports. For the first sell-out game of the year, Newport Central Catholic came to Park Hills without three injured starters. Covington Catholic was also without three players as members of the football team sat out a week after winning the 5A state championship. CovCath started the first quarter off by scoring 34 points. The Colonels were led by Aiden Ruthsatz (15 points) and CJ Frederick (10 points) in the first quarter. After leading at half 58-26, Covington Catholic never let up. The Colonels won the Catholic school matchup, 89-50. CovCath was led by Frederick (35 points), Ruthsatz(15 points) and Jake Walter (13.0 points). NewCath was led by Brennan Hall’s 25 points. Play of the Week Adam Kunkel (Cooper): After winning big against Cincinnati Elder, Adam Kunkel had one of the best dunks in high school. Many believe this play should be on ESPN top 10. Best games coming up: Covington Catholic vs. Cincinnati Moeller – Covington Catholic to host Top 25 in Nation powerhouse Moeller on Dec 12. Cooper( #2) vs. Ryle (#4)- Dec. 12 Best Defensive Team performance: Cooper vs. Cincinnati Elder. Cooper held Cincinnati Elder to 26 points. Best Offensive Team performance: Covington Catholic. They averaged 91 points a game, beating the two teams by an average of 45 points per game. Surprise Team: Ryle High School. Ryle is currently 4-1. Underclassman spotlight: Beechwood’s Scott Draud (22.0 ppg). Best Finish to a game: Highlands vs. St. Henry. Highlands beat St. Henry with a late 3-pointer by Carl Schoellman. 1. Covington Catholic (3-0) – Defeated St. Henry (93-51) and Newport Central Catholic (89-50). Leading the Colonels for the first three games is CJ Frederick (22.7 ppg), Aiden Ruthsatz (20.0 ppg) and Jake Walters (11.0 ppg. 6.0 rpg.). Games coming up: Moeller( Dec.12) and La Salle (Dec.15). According to Covington Catholic AD Tony Bacigalupo, Covington Catholic game against Moeller might be the biggest game in gym’s history. Previous ranking: 1 2. Cooper (3-1) – Won two games last week against Conner (66-39) and Cincinnati Elder (58-26). Games next week Ryle (Dec.12) and Taft ( Cincinnati, Ohio)(Dec.16). Leading Cooper for the first four games are Adam Kunkel (19.8 ppg. 11.0 rpg), Chris McNeil (11.0 ppg. ) and Braydon Runion (10.5 ppg. 10.5 rpg.) Previous ranking: 2 3. Newport Central Catholic (4-1) – Won two games against Lloyd Memorial (79-49) and Dixie Heights (67-62), but lost to Covington Catholic (50-89). Through five games Newport Central Catholic is led by Brennan Hall (23.3 ppg.), Brendan Luken (16.3 ppg. 9.7 rpg. ) and Branden Posey (10.7 ppg.) Games coming up: Dayton (Dec.11), Boone County ( Dec.14) and Clark Montessori (Dec.16) Previous ranking: 4 4. Ryle (4-1) – Ryle is a surprise team after five games. The Raiders lost to Simon Kenton 53-66 and beat St. Henry (70-66). Through five games Ryle is led by: Vince Rankin (22.3 ppg. 12.3 rpg.) and Jacob Tarvin (12.0 ppg). Big games against Cooper( Dec.12) and Conner (Dec.15). Previous Ranking: 6 5. Holmes (2-1) – Played in only one game and defeated Newport (81-79 in overtime). Through three games Holmes is led by Jarrod Miller (11.0 ppg.) and Donavin Saxon (11.0 ppg.) Games coming up: Lloyd (Dec.12) Previous Ranking: 5 6. Newport (3-1) – The Wildcats played two close games last week. Had a nice win against Boone County (59-56) but suffered an overtime loss to Holmes (79-81). Through four games Newport is led by MeKell Burries(23.3ppg.), Tahj Harding (15.5 ppg.) and Makhi McGuire(12.5 ppg.). Games coming up: Beechwood ( Dec.11), Campbell County (Dec. 14) and Conner (Dec.16). Previous Ranking:3 7. Beechwood (4-2) – During the week went 2-2. Their two wins came against Bishop Brossart (77-66) and McCreary Central (58-53). The two losses were against Scott ( 83-58) and Butler (72-47). Through six games Beechwood is led by: Scott Draud( 22.0 ppg) and CJ Brannen (10.8 ppg). Games coming up: Newport (Dec.11), Dixie Heights (Dec. 12) and Simon Kenton (Dec.12). Previous Ranking: 7 8. Lloyd (3-1) – During the week played in two games and defeated Villa Madonna (69-59) and lost to Newport Central Catholic (79-49). Through four games Lloyd is led by Jordan Fann (17.7 ppg.), Jamal Neal (16.5 ppg.) and Evan Molitor (10.7 ppg.). Games coming up: Holmes ( Dec.12), Holy Cross( Dec. 15) and Williamstown (Dec.16). Previous Ranking: 12 9. Boone County (2-3) – During the week played in two games and defeated Conner ( 74-54), but lost to Newport (56-59). Through five games Boone County is led by Ethan Haynes(10.8 ppg.), Ethan Robbins(16.0 ppg.) and Raymond Rodgers(18.2 ppg.). Games coming up: Williamstown ( Dec.12), Newport Central Catholic ( Dec.14) and Indian Hill ( Dec.16). Previous Ranking: 10 10. Holy Cross (2-1) – Played in two games against Grant County ( 82-47) and Campbell County ( 59-77). Through three games Holy Cross is led by Nolan Schrand ( 14.0 ppg) and Jordan Niehuas(13.5 ppg.). Games coming up: South Oldham ( Dec.11), Lloyd Memorial (Dec.15) and at John Turner Classic. 
Previous Ranking: 13 11.St. Henry (2-4)- The question preseason is when would the talent freshman class see varsity minutes . After six games Wyatt Vieth leads the team in scoring (10.3 ppg.). St. Henry had a rough week after losing three games. St Henry lost to Covington Catholic ( 93-51), Ryle ( 70-66) and Highlands ( 58-57). Games coming up: Bellevue ( Dec. 13) and Dayton ( Dec.15). Previous Ranking: 11 12-Conner (1-4) – Played in two games against Cooper ( 39-66) and Boone County ( 54-74) and lost both games. Through five games Conner is led by Tanner Craddock (11.8 ppg.). Games coming up: Simon Kenton (Dec.12), Ryle (Dec.15) and Newport (Dec.16). Previous Ranking: 8 13. Dixie Heights (0-4) – The losing streak continues to four games. Dixie Heights losses two games to Newport Central Catholic (62-67) and Simon Kenton (53-58). Games coming up: Beechwood( Dec.12), Villa Madonna( Dec.13) and Campbell County ( Dec.16). *Stats not available Previous Ranking:9 
 14. Highlands- (1-4) — Played in two games, won against St. Henry( 58-57) but lost to South Laurel (54-75). Through five games Highlands is led by Roddy Gabbard (8.4 ppg.). Games coming Up: Trinity Grammar(Dec.11), Ludlow (Dec.14) and Bishop Brossart( Dec.16).
Previous Ranking:14
 15. Bellevue (3-1) – Won two games against Covington Latin ( 67-13) and Heritage Academy (78-40). Through four games Bellevue is led by: Brett Maehren ( 18.5 ppg. 8.8 rpg) and Tommy Ratterman (11.5 ppg.) Games coming up: St. Henry (Dec.13) and Calvary Christian (Dec.15). Previous Ranking:15
 16. Villa Madonna (3-3)- Played three games, winning twice and losing once. Villa Madonna’s wins came against Heritage Academy (74-32) and Silver Grove ( 68-22). The only loss came against Lloyd ( 59-69) . Through the six games played Villa is led by Sean McIntyre (12.8 ppg. 5.0 rpg.) and Ben Zalla (10.8 ppg.) Games coming up: Ludlow (Dec.12), Dixie Heights( Dec.13), Brown(Dec.15), Louisville Collegiate( Dec.16) and Walden(Dec.16). Previous Ranking: 18 17. Ludlow (1-4) – Played three games, lost two games against Calvary Christian (55-62) and Bishop Brossart (32-58) but won against Dayton (48-38). Through 5 games Trey Donahue (14.0 ppg and 5.0 rpg.) and Justin Blackburn ( 10.0 ppg. and 6.0 rpg.) Games coming up: Villa Madonna ( Dec. 12), Higlands (Dec.14) and Silver Grove (Dec.15). Previous Ranking:16
 18. Dayton (0-5)-Lost to Ludlow ( 38-48). Games coming up this week: Newport Central Catholic (Dec.11), Silver Grove (Dec.12), St. Henry(Dec.15). * Note: No Stats available Previous Ranking: 17 19. Heritage Academy (0-3) – Lost two games last week against Villa Madonna ( 32-74) and Bellevue( 40-78). Games coming up: Calvary Christian ( Dec. 12), Augusta (Dec.14) and Portland Christian (Dec.15). Previous ranking: 19

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Heidi Thelen was a great volleyball player at Notre Dame Academy. She is now starting of the nation's top-ranked team at Penn State. The Nittany Lions are 31-1 and looking for their eighth national title. See story. Edgewood native Thelen plays key role for top-ranked Penn State volleyball program | NKyTribune

Game is being played at Covington Catholic. Who wins? Predict the score! Cov Cath: 78 New Cath: 54

Game story and photos from game in the N. Ky. Tribune. McDonald in early foul trouble for the Norse. East Tennessee State sizzles from field (59.6 percent), posts 84-71 win over NKU; Thomas More wins in OT | NKyTribune

Did Houston play?

Drew McDonald and his NKU teammates face a stiff challenge Wednesday night in Johnson City, Tenn., where the Norse will meet East Tennessee State at 7 p.m. Earlier this season, NKU posted an 81-63 victory against ETSU at BB&T Arena. Quick ball movement, extra passes ignite Norse offense; NKU faces tough game at ETSU | NKyTribune

Lloyd lost nearly all scoring from last year! Holy Cross might have one of their worse teams in several years!

Both Spencer Macke( Highlands) and Ty Houston( Cooper) families suing KHSAA after leaving Holy Cross last year! Both tried to transfer to schools listed and got denied!! What are your thoughts on this?

I guess since Cooper lost a game they should drop as well?

Based on what?