3 Teams Across the Bluegrass Coming Off BIG Wins

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Basketball is the heartbeat of the Bluegrass State, and as the regular season starts winding down, the urgency is turning up. Every possession matters. Every game feels heavier. And these three squads saw their moment to make a statement and delivered in a big way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="//generic-entity?number=0">Bethlehem Lady Banshees</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A huge district seeding battle was on the line as Bethlehem hit the road to face&nbsp;<a href="//generic-entity?number=1">Bardstown Lady Tigers</a>with the No. 1 seed at stake. With a fully healthy roster finally back in action, the Lady Banshees showed toughness, poise, and execution late to secure a massive 65–59 victory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='747689' first='Kaylee' last='McElroy'] was sensational, pouring in 29 points, knocking down five three pointers, and shooting a perfect 100 percent from the free throw line. Big time players shine in big time moments and she absolutely did.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='743671' first='Loren' last='Macy'] controlled the paint with a dominant double double of 15 points and 10 rebounds while also dishing out a team high 4 assists. She impacted the game in every phase.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1119253' first='Sophia' last='Miles'] brought relentless energy with 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 steals, creating chaos defensively and turning it into offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1304352' first='Evelyn' last='Ehringer'] added key minutes with 5 points, 4 rebounds, and a block, providing valuable interior presence when it mattered most.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Statement win. District implications. Bethlehem looks ready for March.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="//generic-entity?number=2">North Laurel Lady Jaguars</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defending home court against a talented&nbsp;<a href="//generic-entity?number=3">West Jessamine Lady Colts</a>&nbsp;squad is never easy, but North Laurel rose to the challenge. In front of their home crowd, they secured an impressive 66–57 victory that sent a clear message.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1274577' first='Laylee' last='Phillips'] lit up the scoreboard with 23 points and added 5 rebounds, consistently delivering when her team needed a bucket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='747655' first='Mariella' last='Claybrook'] was an absolute force inside, finishing with 19 points and a jaw dropping 16 rebounds. That is dominance on the glass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='493157' first='Haley' last='Combs'] ran the show with 8 points, 6 assists, and 4 rebounds, controlling tempo and keeping everyone involved.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1109605' first='Bella' last='Lewis'] contributed 6 points and 3 rebounds in key stretches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1133142' first='Bella' last='Mahan'] knocked down two shots from deep, finishing with 6 points and stretching the defense at critical moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>North Laurel protected their house and proved they can execute under pressure.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="//generic-entity?number=4">Logan County Lady Cougars</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Road environments can rattle teams, but not Logan County. They traveled to face&nbsp;<a href="//generic-entity?number=5">Hopkinsville Lady Tigers</a>&nbsp;and completely silenced the gym with a commanding 72–35 win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Balanced scoring. Defensive intensity. Total control.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='965789' first='Brenley' last='Adler'] delivered a monster double double with 21 points and 12 rebounds, setting the tone from start to finish.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1172538' first='Reese' last='Wetton'] added 18 points and 8 rebounds, consistently attacking and finishing strong.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alissa Hampton chipped in 9 points and 4 steals, turning defense into fast break opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Addison Holloway was disruptive all night with 6 points, 8 steals, and 5 deflections. Pure defensive havoc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='974076' first='Avery' last='Thompson'] battled on the boards, pulling down 8 rebounds while adding 5 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A 37 point road win speaks volumes. Logan County is peaking at the right time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Big wins. Big performances. Big momentum.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As postseason play approaches, these teams are proving they are not just participating. They are preparing to compete when it matters most. The Bluegrass is heating up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->