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He played full strength against Highlands. He played bad and coach took him out. There is no way Frederick shouldn’t win! Best player against best competition, on the best team!

You still haven’t answer me this FACT! Like opponents Stats: CJ Frederick- 25.0 ppg. 63% FG 55% 3's 86% FT Adam Kunkel- 19.1 ppg. 51% FG 45% 3's 83% FT

Leesburg would be the best team in Ky as they are in Florida. Cooper would of not won a game in Florida! Big Ten basketball is so much better than the OVC. Cj had offer from Belmont and Adam did not have a big ten school offer.

Come on man he had 4 points against Highlands, 10 on Boone(lost), 9 on Cov Cath and Nowak killed him scored 5 points in last three minutes when game was over! Numbers don’t lie. I am giving you facts! There is no way Coopers Northern Kentucky game are better than Cov Cath.

Your clearly a Kunkel homer. Because competition isn’t even close! If you watched the Florida games then clearly you saw they were way better than Skills Acacemy. Frederick rarely sees the double teams because he’s the best passer in the state. There is a reason why he is playing in the Big Ten!

All your points don't make sense at all. I'm a NKY High School fan not a homer Please explain to me this: Like opponents Stats: CJ Frederick- 25.0 ppg. 63% FG 55% 3's 86% FT Adam Kunkel- 19.1 ppg. 51% FG 45% 3's 83% FT Advantage: CJ Frederick To say that Kunkel is a better defender, you base that on what? People would argue that CJ is better defender and I would take CJ as a better defender. To say that Kunkel outplayed CJ is just silly in the KOB KOB opponents: Pulaski County, Fairdale, Trinity, Cov. Cath( They played 4 game in 5 days). Covington Catholic KOB: Ensworth, Ballard, Fern Creek and Cooper( Played 4 games in 4 days). Covington Catholic had way harder road at KOB. KOB: CJ Frederick: 27 points vs. Adam Kunkle 22 points Advantage: CJ Frederick The Lexington Tournament wasn't close to competition that Covington Catholic faced in Florida. Cooper vs. Covington Catholic at BOK Adam Kunkel: 9 points 25% CJ Frederick: 13 points 55.6% ( played with the Flu). Advantage: CJ Frederick I disagree there is no way CJ isn't player of the year. 1) Better Stats against Tougher Schedule 2) Better Numbers against each other 3) Better Numbers against NKY schools Kunkel had a great year just Fredericks was much better

If you look at the Strength of Schedule, its night and day between Covington Catholic and Cooper. Covington Catholic has the hardest schedule in the State of Kentucky

Like Opponents: PPG: CJ Frederick wins by 4.9 pg. Field Goal %: CJ Federick wins by 12% 3point Field Goal %: CJ Federick wins by 10% Free Throws %: CJ Frederick wins by 3 % Its stats against Northern Kentucky Schools is the best in 25 years.

After looking at stats CJ Frederick, he should run away with Player of the Year in Northern Kentucky. Stats for the Year: CJ Frederick ( Covington Catholic): 22.5 ppg. 57.4% FG 48.8% 3FG 83.7 % FT Non 9th Region Schedule: Lexington Catholic, Cincinnati Moeller, Cincinnati La Salle,Ensworth, Ballard, Fern Creek, Florida Prep, Leesburg, Pickerington Central , Oak Hill, IN, Middletown, Roger Bacon, Boyle County and Madison Central Many of those of those Non Kentucky schools are listed as the top schools in the class. One of the toughest schedules in the state. Stats against Northern Kentucky Schools: 25.0 ppg. 63% FG 55% 3pg 86 % FT You also have to consider that he isn't play the full game against a lot of these NKY teams. Those stats are unreal. Many consider him one of the best to ever play at Covington Catholic. Those stats prove that he might be one of the best in Northern Kentucky in a long time. To me its a no brainer .

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), Holy Cross (Runner-Up) 36th District: Newport Central Catholic (Winner), Newport (Runner-Up)


 



1.Covington Catholic (23-4) – Covington Catholic had a very successful week with its roster finally at full strength.The Colonels have won 12 straight games after defeating Roger Bacon (80-37), Dixie Heights (81-37) and Boyle County (82-55). Leading the Colonels through 27 games is C.J. Fredrick (22.4 ppg), Aiden Ruthsatz (14.6 ppg) and Jake Walter (11.8 ppg). Games coming up: Simon Kenton (Feb.13) and Madison Central (Feb.16). Previous ranking: 1





 2. Cooper (20-5) – Cooper has a five-game winning streak after beating Newport Central Catholic (60-44). Leading Cooper through 25 games are Adam Kunkel (20.4 ppg. 7.6 rpg), Chris McNeil (10.8 ppg) and Braydon Runion (8.7 ppg). Games coming up: Dixie Heights (Feb. 13) and Scott (Feb.16). Previous ranking: 2

 3. Newport (20-6) – Newport had a very successful week, beating Newport Central Catholic (59-48) and Taft (48-43). The win against NewCath snapped a 16-game losing streak in the series for the Wildcats. Through 26 games Newport is led by MeKell Burries (21.9 ppg), Tahj Harding (15.2 ppg), Donnie Miller (10.7 ppg) and Makhi McGuire (9.7 ppg). Games coming up: St. Henry (Feb.12) and Dayton (Feb.13).Previous Ranking: 4



 4. Boone County (15-10) – Had a successful week, beating Holmes (80-66) and Grant County (74-49). Through 25 games Boone County is led by Raymond Rodgers (16.0 ppg), Ethan Haynes (18.1 ppg) and Ethan Robbins (12.7 ppg). Games coming up: Campbell County (Feb.13) and Dixie Heights (Feb.16). Previous Ranking: 5 5. Newport Central Catholic (14-11) –The rollercoaster season continues for the ‘Breds as they lost to Newport (59-48) and Cooper (60-44). They also concluded a previously postponed game with Bellevue that was called while in progress due to the court conditions and won, 56-49. NewCath is led by Brennan Hall (22.0 ppg), Brendan Luken (12.4 ppg, 7.1 rpg) and Branden Posey (9.1 ppg). Games coming up: Conner (Feb. 15). Previous ranking: 3
 6. Dixie Heights (14-12) – Dixie beat Holy Cross (81-68) but lost to Covington Catholic (81-37). Through 26 games Dixie Heights is led by Tyler Schreck (13.8 ppg) and Jabari Karim (12.8 ppg). Games coming up: Cooper (Feb.13) and Boone County ( Feb.16). Previous Ranking: 8 7. Highlands (12-12) — Highlands defeated Lloyd Memorial (65-42). The Bluebirsd will be the district host and meet NewCath in the first round. Through 24 games Highlands is led by Ben Sisson (8.4 ppg). Games coming Up: Holy Cross (Feb.12), Villa Madonna (Feb.15) and Beechwood (Feb.16). Previous Ranking: 9 



 8. Holy Cross (11-13) – After receiving news that former Holy Cross faculty/coach Clay Eifert had passed away, the Indians won their biggest game of the year by defeating Beechwood (83-81). Holy Cross also lost to Ryle (66-58) and Dixie Heights (81-68) Through 24 games Holy Cross is led by Parker Zimerman (16.7 ppg), Nolan Schrand (16.2 ppg) and Jordan Niehaus (12.5 ppg). Games coming up: Highlands (Feb.12), Scott County (Feb.14) and St. Henry (Feb.16). Previous Ranking: 7





 9. Beechwood (15-12) – The Tigers split a pair of games, defeating St. Henry (79-63), but losing to Holy Cross (83-81). Through 25 games Beechwood is led by Scotty Draud (20.8 ppg), C.J. Brannen (10.8 ppg) and Ben Toebbe (9.9 ppg). Games coming up: Gallatin County (Feb.13) and Highlands (Feb.16). Previous Ranking: 6
 10. Holmes (11-13) – Holmes continues to play hard for retiring head coach Mike Listerman, who was honored last week during a Bulldog home game. Holmes beat Harrison County (73-58) and St. Henry (58-53), but lost to Boone County (80-66). Through 24 games Holmes is led by Kerez Race (12.5 ppg), Jarrod Miller (9.5 ppg) and Donavin Saxon (8.1 ppg). Games coming up: Conner ( Feb.13) and Simon Kenton ( Feb.15). Previous Ranking: 10 







 11. St. Henry (10-14) – St. Henry had a tough week, losing three times. St. Henry lost to Beechwood (79-63), Holmes (58-53) and Walton-Verona (80-51). After 24 games Wyatt Vieth leads the team in scoring (10.0 ppg). Games coming up: Newport (Feb.12) and Holy Cross (Feb.16).Previous Ranking: 11
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 12. Conner (8-18) – Lost to Scott (75-62), but beat Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy (74-65). Through 26 games Conner is led by Tanner Craddock (10.1 ppg) and Jared Hicks (10.2 ppg). Games coming up: Bellevue ( Feb.12), Holmes ( Feb.13) and Newport Central Catholic ( Feb.15).Previous Ranking: 13 






 13. Ryle (10-16) – The rollercoaster season continues for Ryle, which had wins against St. Patrick (70-59) and Holy Cross (66-58). The Raiders also lost to Scott (89-73). Through 23 games Ryle is led by Vince Rankin (18.5 ppg, 7.8 rpg) and Jacob Tarvin (7.7 ppg). Games coming up: Lloyd Memorial ( Feb.13) and Campbell County ( Feb.15).Previous Ranking: 14


 14. Lloyd (9-15) – Played twice, losing to Walton-Verona (72-33) and Highlands (65-42). Through 24 games Lloyd is led by Jordan Fann (15.6 ppg) and Jamal Neal (14.3 ppg). Games coming up: Ryle ( Feb.13) and Trimble County ( Feb.16).Previous Ranking: 12 









 15. Bellevue (12-14) – Played three times, beating Dayton (68-38) and Ludlow (66-31), but losing to Newport Central Catholic (56-49). Through 26 games Bellevue is led by Brett Maehren (16.2 ppg. 7.9 rpg) and Tommy Ratterman (13.0 ppg). Games coming up: Conner( Feb.12), Bishop Brossart( Feb.14) and Silver Grove ( Feb.15). Previous Ranking:15 








 16. Villa Madonna (13-13) – Villa beat Augusta (35-34), but lost to Calvary Christian (55-53). Through 26 games Villa is led by Sean McIntyre (12.8 ppg) and Ben Zalla (11.7 ppg). Games coming up: St Patrick (Feb. 13) and Highlands (Feb. 15). Previous Ranking: 16 




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 17. Ludlow (5-18) – Ludlow lost to Bellevue (66-31) but beat Heritage Academy (56-18). Through 23 games Ludlow is led by Trey Donahue (13.5 ppg, 7.1 rpg) and Ian Vallandingham (10.2 ppg). Games coming up: Scott (Feb. 12), Augusta ( Feb.15) and Silver Grove (Feb. 16).Previous Ranking: 17 







 18. Dayton (5-21) - Dayton lost twice last week, falling short to Villa Madonna (63-41) and Bellevue (68-38). Dayton also picked up a win against Heritage Academy (65-36). Games coming up this week: Newport ( Feb.13) and Robertson County ( Feb.16). * No Stats available , Stats from Previous week. Through 26 games Dayton is led by Michael Marksberry (8.6 ppg.) and Julian Jimenez (10.0 ppg). Previous Ranking: 18 


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 19. Heritage Academy (3-17) – Heritage Academy lost three games, falling short to Dayton (65-36), Ludlow ( 56-18) and June Buchanan (78-64). Through 20 games Heritage is led by Jacob Chalk (12.9 ppg). Games coming up: Evangel Christian (Feb.13)
. Previous Ranking: 19

Harding won the game for them by being a rebounding beast and getting big baskets. Burries took a lot of shots and missed a lot of shots. He scored points, but Harding was the reason Newport won.

A big win for Newport! They made a good case to be No. 3 in next week's ratings. They also showed they can win without Burries having to carry them. Impressive comeback for the Wildcats.

Don't mention it. NewCath is the third best team in the 9th Region when healthy and they are now. Keep an eye on their game at Newport tonight, NewCath has beaten Newport 16 straight times. Can you imagine if CovCath lost 16 straight times to any school of a similar size what the reaction would be?

I'm sure math isn't a big concern of yours, but NewCath was 2-0 last week with wins over Scott and Brossart. That help you out?

Big Games:
 --Newport vs. Newport Central Catholic (Feb. 5) (NOTE: NewCath has beaten Newport 16 straight times, dating back to the 2009-10 season. The 'Breds haven't lost to the Wildcats since Aric Russell was the head coach at Newport.) --Cooper vs. Newport Central Catholic (Feb. 7)

 --Holy Cross vs. Beechwood (Feb.10) Prediction 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), Holy Cross (Runner-Up)
 36th District: Newport Central Catholic (Winner), Newport (Runner-Up)


 1.Covington Catholic (21-4) – Covington Catholic had a very successful week despite playing shorthanded due to illness. The Colonels have won nine straight games after defeating Highlands (71-25), Scott (70-51) and Beechwood (79-43). Leading the Colonels through 25 games is C.J. Fredrick (22.0 ppg), Aiden Ruthsatz (14.8 ppg) and Jake Walter (11.6 ppg). Games coming up: Roger Bacon (Feb. 6) and Dixie Heights (Feb. 9) Previous ranking: 1

 2. Cooper (18-5) – Cooper has a four-game winning streak after beating both Newport (74-48) and Holmes (71-48). Leading Cooper through 21 games are Adam Kunkel (20.3 ppg. 6.9 rpg), Chris McNeil (10.0 ppg) and Braydon Runion (8.7 ppg). Games coming up: Newport Central Catholic (Feb. 7) and Redemption Christian Academy (Feb.10). Previous ranking: 2 3. Newport Central Catholic (13-9) – With a fully healthy roster, Newport Central Catholic had an impressive week by beating both Scott (72-71) and Bishop Brossart (72-56). NewCath is led by Brennan Hall (22.1 ppg), Brendan Luken (12.6 ppg, 7.3 rpg) and Branden Posey (9.4 ppg). Games coming up: Newport (Feb. 5), Cooper (Feb.7) and Bellevue (Feb.10)
Previous ranking: 7 4. Newport (18-6) – Posted a road victory at Breathitt County (84-75), but also lost at Cooper (74-48). Through 24 games Newport is led by MeKell Burries (21.6 ppg), Tahj Harding (14.7 ppg), Donnie Miller (10.3 ppg) and Makhi McGuire (9.7 ppg). Games coming up: Newport Central Catholic (Feb. 5) and Taft (Feb. 7).
Previous Ranking: 4

 5. Boone County (13-10) – Split two games, beating Seneca (65-46) but losing to Ryle (59-58). Through 23 games Boone County is led by Raymond Rodgers (16.3 ppg), Ethan Haynes (18.2 ppg) and Ethan Robbins(13.0 ppg). Games coming up: Holmes (Feb. 6) and Grant County (Feb. 8).Previous Ranking: 3 
 6. Beechwood (14-11) – The Tigers splits a pair of games, defeating Conner (57-52) but losing to Covington Catholic (79-43). Through 25 games Beechwood is led by Scotty Draud (20.8 ppg), C.J. Brannen (10.8 ppg) and Ben Toebbe (9.9 ppg). Games coming up: St. Henry (Feb. 6) and Holy Cross (Feb. 10) Previous Ranking: 5 7. Holy Cross (10-11) – The Indians’ recent struggles continued without guard Jordan Niehuas in the lineup. The losing streak is at four games as the Indians lost to Conner (72-66) and Lexington Christian (76-60). Through 21 games Holy Cross is led by Parker Zimerman (17.5 ppg), Nolan Schrand (15.2 ppg) and Jordan Niehaus (12.5 ppg). Games coming up: Dixie Heights (Feb.6), Ryle (Feb. 8) and Beechwood (Feb. 10). Previous Ranking: 6 





 8. Dixie Heights (13-11) – The rollercoaster season continues for first-year coach Roger Stainforth II. Dixie beat Ludlow (73-50) but lost to Holmes (65-52). Through 24 games Dixie Heights is led by Tyler Schreck (13.7 ppg) and Jabari Karim (12.8 ppg). Games coming up: Holy Cross (Feb. 6) and Covington Catholic (Feb.9). Previous Ranking: 8 

 9. Highlands- (11-12) — The rollercoaster season continues for the Bluebirds, who are gearing up for district play. Highlands defeated Anderson (48-38), but lost to Covington Catholic (71-25) and Campbell County (73-54). Through 23 games Highlands is led by Ben Sisson (9.5 ppg). Games coming Up: Lloyd Memorial (Feb. 10)Previous Ranking: 9 
 10. Holmes (9-12) – After the Holmes administration announced the celebration of Mike Listerman’s last season as coach, the basketball team spilt two games. Holmes beat Dixie Heights (65-52) but Lost to Cooper (71-48). Through 21 games Holmes is led by Kerez Race (12.9 ppg), Jarrod Miller (9.1 ppg) and Donavin Saxon (8.4 ppg). Games coming up: Harrison County (Feb. 5), Boone County (Feb. 6) and St. Henry (Feb. 8) Previous Ranking: 10 



 
 11. St. Henry (10-11) – St. Henry has a three-game winning streak as the Crusaders posted three victories last week. St. Henry beat Villa Madonna (59-44), Williamstown (66-27) and Lloyd Memorial (59-58). After 21 games Wyatt Vieth leads the team in scoring (9.3 ppg). Games coming up: Beechwood (Feb. 6), Holmes (Feb. 8) and Walton-Verona (Feb. 9). Previous Ranking: 12 

 12. Lloyd (9-13) – Played in three games, losing to Gallatin County (72-44) and St. Henry (59-58), but beating Eminence (58-50). Through 22 games Lloyd is led by Jordan Fann (14.9 ppg) and Jamal Neal (14.6 ppg). Games coming up: Walton-Verona (Feb. 6) and Highlands (Feb. 10). Previous Ranking: 11 


 13. Conner (7-17) – Lost to Beechwood (57-52) but beat Holy Cross (72-66). Through 24 games Conner is led by Tanner Craddock (10.1 ppg) and Jared Hicks (10.3 ppg). Games coming up: Scott (Feb. 9) and Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy (Feb.10).Previous Ranking: 13 


 14. Ryle (8-15) –Ryle won twice, snapping a 10-game losing streak. Ryle had wins against Owen County (70-36) and a big upset over Boone County (59-58). The Raiders also lost to Shelby County (79-70). No Stats available , Stats from Previous week. Through 23 games Ryle is led by Vince Rankin (17.4 ppg, 7.8 rpg) and Jacob Tarvin (7.6 ppg). Games coming up: Scott (Feb. 6), Holy Cross (Feb. 8) and St. Patrick (Feb.10). Previous Ranking: 14
 




 15. Bellevue (10-13) – Played twice, beating Villa Madonna (55-49) and losing to Calvary Christian (59-47). Through 23 games Bellevue is led by Brett Maehren (16.0 ppg. 8.0 rpg) and Tommy Ratterman (12.8 ppg). Games coming up: Ludlow (Feb. 5), Dayton (Feb. 8) and Newport Central Catholic (Feb.10).
Previous Ranking:15 




 16. Villa Madonna (12-12) – Played three times last week. Villa beat Heritage Academy (58-26), but lost to St. Henry (59-44) and Bellevue (55-49).Through 24 games played Villa is led by Sean McIntyre (13.0 ppg) and Ben Zalla (11.8 ppg). Previous Ranking: 16 



 17. Ludlow (4-17) – Played once and lost to district opponent Dixie Heights (73-50). Through 21 games Ludlow is led by Trey Donahue (13.7 ppg and 7.2 rpg) and Ian Vallandingham (10.4 ppg). Games coming up: Bellevue (Feb. 5), Silver Grove (Feb. 7) and Heritage Academy (Feb. 8). Previous Ranking: 17 



 18. Dayton (4-17) - Dayton lost twice last week, falling short to St. Patrick (87-69) and Calvary Christian (73-59). Games coming up this week: Heritage Academy (Feb. 5), Villa Madonna (Feb. 6) and Bellevue (Feb.8). * No Stats available , Stats from Previous week. Through 21 games Dayton is led by Michael Marksberry (8.6 ppg.) and Julian Jimenez (10.0 ppg). Previous Ranking: 18 

 19. Heritage Academy (3-14) – Snapped an eight-game losing streak with wins against Silver Grove (69-42) and Covington Latin (63-46). Heritage also lost to Villa Maddona (58-26). Through 17 games Heritage is led by Jacob Chalk (12.9 ppg). Games coming up: Dayton (Feb. 5), Walden (Feb. 6), Ludlow (Feb.8) and June Buchanan (Feb.10)
Previous Ranking: 19

NewCath has beaten Newport 16 straight times. The 'Breds haven't lost to the Wildcats since Russell was head coach at Newport. Hall will find a way to get NewCath in the winner's circle again. NewCath players know they have not lost to Newport in years. NewCath 72-60.

I am waiting to hear comments about this game

68-29 CovCath. Beechwood doesn't get to 30.

Just give every school in Kentucky a state championship trophy before every season so everyone feels good. Kentucky can become the only state that proudly boasts "Every basketball team is a state champion here" and not be joking. It takes 1 or 2 good players to be a state contender in high school basketball regardless of Class you play in. The entitled few get their way again!

Apparently Highlands considered the CovCath game as an exhibition and not a regular season game that counts on the record. Why else?

To me it might be on the AD!

Very simple...Jake is a good shooter, he can't guard an empty room. No defense, too small at that level to stop quick and athletic guards. He can shoot when open, but no defense for a D1 guard.

Hard to say that after last night's beating from Cooper. Boone clearly better at this point.

What is going on in Park Hills? Notre Dame is looking for a new coach!

Anyone who saw the Cooper and Newport game tonight can now understand why Boone County is clearly ahead of Newport in the ratings. Not even a debate I would guess after tonight.