3 Teams Riding Momentum After Big Wins

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Basketball is and always will be the heartbeat of the Bluegrass State. Every season brings adversity, growth, and defining moments. Right now, these three programs are surging with confidence, stacking wins, and putting teams on notice with how they are playing!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Elizabethtown High School</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Elizabethtown is quickly becoming a can't miss team. With explosive scoring ability and relentless pace, the Lady Panthers can overwhelm opponents in a hurry. Under Coach Amber Courtney, this group plays fast, aggressive, and fearless on both ends, making them one of the most exciting teams to watch anywhere in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='961302' first='Maliah' last='Courtney']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maliah delivered two dominant performances that set the tone for the week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>vs Mercy:&nbsp;<strong>25 pts, 12 rbs, 4 asts, 3 stls, 2 blks</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>vs Butler:&nbsp;<strong>27 pts, 9 rbs, 5 asts, 2 stls, 2 blks</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She is pure electricity on offense, comfortable pulling up from deep the moment she crosses half court and just as dangerous attacking the rim. Her ability to score and create makes her a nightmare matchup every night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mya Moore</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>vs Mercy:&nbsp;<strong>12 pts, 5 rbs, 3 stls</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mya brings constant energy and effort, impacting the game every possession and doing whatever it takes to help her team win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='376788' first='Miyah' last='Courtney']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Miyah erupted against Butler.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>29 pts, 5 rbs, 4 asts, 3 stls</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Knocked down&nbsp;<strong>6 three pointers</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This athletic lefty has a lightning quick first step and elite shot making ability. She is a player defenses must locate at all times.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Molly Durbin</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>vs Mercy:&nbsp;<strong>10 pts, 2 rbs, 5 asts, 2 stls</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her stat line tells the story of a player who impacts winning on both ends of the floor with poise and consistency.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>⸻</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Fleming County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fleming County is rolling, coming off three straight victories and playing with confidence. Led by Coach Morgan Jett, the Lady Panthers are clicking at the right time and stacking quality performances.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1003229' first='Ava' last='Watson']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A physical left handed senior leader who thrives attacking the basket and drawing contact. She has expanded her game with a dependable outside shot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Averaging&nbsp;<strong>22.2 ppg</strong>,&nbsp;<strong>11 made threes</strong>, shooting&nbsp;<strong>61 percent from deep</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She sets the tone and is one of the toughest covers in the region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Maggie Flack (8th Grade)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An athletic scorer who shines in transition and thrives going downhill.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Averaging&nbsp;<strong>10 ppg</strong>&nbsp;and a team leading&nbsp;<strong>6.3 rbs per game</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Already making a major impact, she looks poised to be a force in the 16th Region for years to come.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mallory Price</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A confident perimeter scorer who punishes defenses from beyond the arc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Averaging&nbsp;<strong>10 ppg and 5.3 rbs per game</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Brooklyn Beckett</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A reliable three point threat who also brings toughness and lockdown defense on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Averaging&nbsp;<strong>4.7 ppg</strong>&nbsp;while shooting&nbsp;<strong>38 percent from three</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ameya Saunders</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A gritty high motor post presence who continues to develop into one of the region's most promising bigs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nearly&nbsp;<strong>5 rbs per game</strong>&nbsp;in limited minutes</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>⸻</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Muhlenberg County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Muhlenberg County is building something special, showing real grit and growth with back to back double digit wins. Under Coach Ryan Groves, the Lady Mustangs are buying in, improving rapidly, and setting the foundation for a bright future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Standout Performances vs Hopkinsville</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Izzy Wilkins</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Triple double performance with&nbsp;<strong>10 pts, 10 rbs, and 10 blks</strong>&nbsp;in just three quarters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>First triple double since the school's consolidation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A dominant showing that completely controlled the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1572038' first='Brinly' last='Sparks'] (Freshman)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>14 pts, 7 stls, 6 asts, 5 rbs</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She filled the stat sheet and continues to flash one of the highest ceilings in her class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Rachel Evans</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>14 pts</strong>, including four three pointers in the first half, along with&nbsp;<strong>3 stls and 2 blks</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her confidence continues to rise, and her offensive growth is impossible to ignore.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Savannah Page</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>10 pts, 3 rbs, 2 asts, 1 blk</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is the type of performance that can unlock her offensive potential moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->