District Tournament Standouts-Part 1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>District tournaments are in full swing across Kentucky. Take a look at some of the standout performances as players rise to the occasion and deliver when it matters most in the postseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1777865"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699da6c8e8792"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1777865' first='Molly' last='Spidel'] continues her strong sophomore campaign and has carried that momentum into the postseason in a big way. In the opening round of the 14th District Tournament, Spidel poured in a game-high 35 points, went a perfect 8/8 from the free-throw line, grabbed six rebounds, and knocked down three triples to lead Greenwood to a convincing 58–40 win over South Warren. The Lady Gators now advance to the district championship, where they will face Bowling Green at Warren Central tomorrow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["903184"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699f5a105bbdf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='903184' first='Scout' last='Brockman'] delivered a monster performance in a dominant 70–21 win over Caverna. The All-Region selection finished with 20 points and 18 rebounds while going a perfect 8/8 from the free-throw line, controlling the game on both ends and setting the tone inside. Green County will now look to claim its third consecutive 18th District title as the Lady Dragons prepare to face LaRue County on Friday, with Brockman continuing to anchor the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1003229"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699da6c8e880a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Despite Fleming County falling to Menifee County 66–52 in the opening round of the 61st District Tournament, senior guard [player_tooltip player_id='1003229' first='Ava' last='Watson'] left it all on the floor for the Lady Panthers. Watson finished with a team-high 25 points and pulled down nine rebounds, battling until the final buzzer in what marked the final game of her high school career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["647296"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699da6c8e87ce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='647296' first='Kaylee' last='Mills'] erupted for 29 points and drilled five triples (5/11 from deep) to lead Highlands to a convincing 70–10 victory. Mills set the tone early with her shot-making, helping the Bluebirds control the game from start to finish. Highlands will now turn its attention to the 36th District Championship, where they are set to take on Newport Central Catholic tomorrow at Bellevue.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["898547"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699f5a105bc89"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ryle picked up a 71–51 win over Conner in the 33rd District Tournament behind a big-time performance from freshman standout [player_tooltip player_id='898547' first='Rhys' last='Everett']. Everett recorded a double-double with a team-high 22 points and 10 rebounds, showcasing her ability to step up in postseason play. <em>(Featured Image)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["747671"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699f5dc21a2ae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Letcher County Central rolled to a 70–30 victory over Jenkins in the opening round of the 53rd District Tournament, powered by a well-rounded performance from junior [player_tooltip player_id='747671' first='Sadie' last='Johnson']. Johnson impacted the game in every facet, finishing with 14 points and 12 rebounds while earning Player of the Game. The Lady Cougars will now turn their focus to the district championship matchup against Knott County Central tomorrow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["493156"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699f5dc21a303"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='493156' first='Ava' last='Moore'] poured in a game-high 30 points to propel Assumption to a dominant 80–10 victory over Brown. Moore set the tone with her scoring and offensive efficiency, helping her team control the game from the opening tip. The Rockets will look to carry that momentum into the 26th District Championship tonight as they take on Louisville Collegiate.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["821756"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699f615566391"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='821756' first='Allye' last='Pennington'] erupted for a game-high 26 points and shot the lights out from three, knocking down six of her seven attempts from distance in an 80–29 win over Todd County Central. Pennington's perimeter shooting sparked the offense and helped Franklin-Simpson seize control early. The Lady Wildcats will continue their quest for back-to-back Sweet 16 appearances as they prepare to face Logan County tomorrow in the 13th District Championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->