Time and Score

http://www.kentucky.com/2011/01/10/1593380/high-school-basketball-rating.html#more

Here is the link to the new Cantrell ratings from the Herald Leader. I believe the rankings above are from maxpreps.

Eminence. Complete with obstructed view seating.

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I'm confused as to why Walton officials felt it was necessary for Simon Kenton students to be patted down as they entered the venue.

Both students sections are very supportive of their teams. Last year, during the district finals at Walton, SK got a little personal with some signs and posters. This year during the 1st contest at SK the Walton student section got a little personal with some signs, and I believe some individuals were escorted out. I believe the administration just wanted to avoid any other problems. Both team's student sections cheered loud and were very supportive of their teams and it was great to see.

Impressive win by the Bearcats! Any details on the game?

Walton -Verona 58

Lafayette 45

Walton-Verona 19 14 12 13 58

Lafayette 20 9 4 12 45

MLK Classic at Dunbar High School

Walton-Verona (9-3) -- Slavey 6, Hoffa 2, Taulbee 17, Sandlin 6, Dixon 15, Ginn 2, Judy 10.

Lafayette (9-7) -- Graham 2, Martin 12, Demus 5, Gillespie 13, Kendrick 13

Game 2 of the MLK Classic at Lexington Dunbar.

Nice win for the Wildcats.

Walton-Verona 72, Williamstown 44

Williamstown (6-9) - West 1 9 12, Fryman 0 1 1, Rothwell 1 0 2, Wilhoit 3 3 9, Prokopchak 2 4 8, Northcutt 5 0 12. Totals: 12 16 44.

Walton-Verona (8-3) - Clinkenbeard 0 2 2, Mullikin 1 0 2, Hoffa 6 0 15, Ginn 2 0 5, McAdams 1 0 2, Taulbee 3 0 8, Dixon 5 1 11, Judy 3 0 6, Sandlin 7 6 21. Totals: 28 9 72.

Williamstown 8 17 11 8 44

Walton-Verona 18 14 22 18 72

3-pointers: Wi 3 (Northcutt 2, West 1); WV 7 (Hoffa 3, Taulbee 2, Ginn 1, Sandlin 1).

Walton spent a lot of energy last night playing SK. Hopefully they will not be flat against Grant County tonight. Hopefully Walton will have enough in the tank to pull this one out.

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I believe Owen.

Yes Owen is correct. Walton plays Gallatin and the winner plays Owen.

BUT, they did not play, you never really know what would happen. Good game and a great crowd! WV should do well in the All A, where is the 8th region All A this year?

I agree.

I doubt it, wasn't last time..

Maybe, but you have a good point. The one thing that I was most impressed with was Walton's defense on Chambers. I thought Lynn and Moeves both did an excellent job guarding him.

It is always fun to watch a good competitive game in front of a packed house.

Simon Kenton 53

Walton-Verona 48

Simon Kenton 17 8 14 14 53

Walton-Verona 10 17 14 7 48

Simon Kenton (10-4) -- Riley 7, Sampson 22, Ayers 9, Bach 4, Rabe 11.

Walton-Verona (9-4) -- Schmitt 3, Moeves 2, Hargett 11, McNeil 25, Lynn 3, Monday 4.

Just like the 1st game Walton lead late (by 5 with 2:45 left). Missed two front ends of 1 and 1 in the last two minutes. Simon capitalized and executed down the stretch. Great game to watch. McNeil was outstanding again.

Pretty good game for 2 1/2 quarters then Walton pulled away. Coach Wilhoite does a great job of getting his kids ready to play.

Here is the link for LIT ratings for the girls.

http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?Category=SPORTS050402&template=middlecol

South seems to be playing as good as any team in the region right now. I'll take South by 12.

2nd game of the annual battle. The 1st game went down to the wire with Simon pulling out the victory in the last couple of minutes.

Who wins the 2nd matchup at Walton and why?

Either way I think it will be a close game.

Interesting stat about the Trimble - Walton series. The last 4 seasons the home team has lost every time. Good thing for Walton that Trimble doesn't visit this year.

Did Sullivan play?

Yes.

Walton-Verona 66

North Oldham 42

North Oldham 9 7 13 13 42

Walton-Verona 26 13 16 11 66

North Oldham (6-6) -- Roach 2, Spaulding 1, Welle 8, Lowe 9, Bryant 18, Gibson 4.

Walton-Verona (7-3) -- Clinkenbeard 3, Mullikin 1, Slavey 9, Hoffa 2, McAdams 3, Taulbee 17, Dixon 18, Judy 6, Sandlin 7.

Heard the Bearcats struggled tonight. Their lack of depth is a big concern. Brandon Brockman MVP of the tournament in Florida did not play tonight. Hopefully, everyone will be at full strength on Friday when the Bearcats host Simon Kenton.

21 points - ouch!! Was South's defense that good or was Collins' offense that bad?

Final from Walton. Walton built a 30 point lead and coasted home.

Rnk Team Pts

1 Dixie Heights 58 (4)

2 Covington Catholic 53 (2)

3 Newport Catholic 47

4 Boone County 41

5 Holmes 38

6 Ryle 29

7 Campbell County 24

8 Simon Kenton 12

9 Scott 9

10 Highlands 6

Others: Brossart 5, Walton-Verona 4, Conner 2, Lloyd 2

Did only 6 coaches vote?

Here are the 1st Lit ratings and it looks like South is ahead of the game. I do agree that there is not much stock in these ratings until about February, but it makes for some good discussion. I think Coach Simpson will win a region at South, probably sooner than later.

REGION 8

1.South Oldham 84.6

2.Oldham County 79.1

3.Simon Kenton 78.8

4.Spencer County 76.5

5.North Oldham 76.3

6.Walton-Verona 76.0

7.Owen County 72.7

8.Collins 72.4

9.Gallatin County 69.0

10.Grant County 65.6

11.Henry County 65.1

12.Anderson County 63.0

13.Shelby County 52.6

14.Trimble County 50.9

15.Carroll County 50.5

16.Eminence 43.6

17.Williamstown 38.3