Mason County beats St. Patrick 19-1 in five innings

The Mason County Royals evened their record at 2-2 with a 19-1 win over the St. Patrick Saints in five innings tonight. The Royals sent 12 batters to plate and scored eight runs in the second inning.
Three Mason County pitchers combined on a one-hitter. Trevor Taylor started and picked up the win. He had four singles and drove in two runs. Lee Sutton and Josh Stafford had two RBI each. Mason County plays at Montgomery County Thursday. St. Patrick (1-2) hosts Augusta April 14.

MC 3 8 1 3 4- 19 14 1
SP 0 0 1 0 0- 1 1 6

Mason Co. vs. St. Patrick baseball game moved to Mason Co.

Today's baseball game between the Mason County Royals and the St. Patrick Saints will be played at Mason County and will start at 7:30 p.m. The game was originally scheduled to be played at 5 p.m. at the Tom Browning Boys and Girls Club. The game will be on WFTM-AM 1240.

Chris Morris ties for third in tourney at Camp LeJeune

Centre College junior Chris Morris of Maysville tied for third place in the Camp LeJeune Scarlet Consolation Sunday at Camp LeJeune, NC. Morris had a three-round total of two-over par 214 and finished six shots behind the winner. In the first round, Morris fired a 68, which was the best score of the day. Centre tied for eighth place in the team competition. The Colonels' next tournament is April 12 and 13 at Stone Mountain Golf Course in Atlanta. The event is hosted by Emory University.

Bill Tolle signs final piece of steel for Louisville Arena

Bill Tolle of Mason County, a member of the Kentucky State Fair Board, was among the officials who signed the final piece of steel for the new Louisville Arena in a ceremony today at the construction site in downtown Louisville. The Kentucky State Fair Board will manage the day-to-day operation of the $238 million arena. Governor Beshear, Louisville Mayor Jerry Abramson and Jim Host, chairman of the Louisville Arena Authority, also signed the steel.
The arena, scheduled to open in November, will replace Freedom Hall as the home of the University of Louisville men's and women's basketball teams. Here is the link to the Louisville Arena website.

Mason County Middle School soccer schedule

Here is the Mason County Middle School soccer schedule. Girl-boy doubleheaders will be played on all dates except on April 1st which is boys only. The girls will play first on the doubleheaders.
Home games are in bold.

March 30 Bath County 5 p.m.
April 1 East Carter 5:30 p.m.
April 5 Rowan County 5 p.m.
April 8 Fleming County 5 p.m.
April 12 Paris 5 p.m.
April 14 Bath County 5 p.m.
April 15 Rowan County 5 p.m.
April 23 Bath County 5 p.m.
April 28 St. Patrick 5 p.m.
April 30 West Carter 5 p.m.
May 3 Paris 5 p.m.
May 5 East Carter 5 p.m.
May 7 West Carter 5 p.m.

Russell Rigg is the runnerup in match play tournament

Russell Rigg was the runner-up in the 16-18 division of the Kia Store Match Play Championship. Rigg lost to Adam Millson 2 and 1 in the championship match today at Seneca Golf Course in Louisville. Rigg won three matches to advance to the finals. It was his first match play tournament. The Kia Store Match Play Championship is part of the Mussleman-Dunn Junior Golf Tour. Rigg, a junior at St. Patrick, will play in the Kentucky Golf Association's Mountain Dew Junior Series at Houston Oaks in Paris Sunday and the American Junior Golf Association's Preseason Junior at Golden Hills Golf and Turf Club in Ocala, Florida April 16-18.

Harry Lewis has two TD receptions in loss

Harry Lewis had six receptions for 60 yards and two touchdowns, but the Bloomington Extreme lost to the Green Bay Blizzard in Indoor Football League action Friday night. Lewis caught a nine-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter and had an 11-yard TD reception in the third quarter.

Russell Riggs advances to championship match

Russell Rigg defeated Blake Hamilton 8 and 6 in the semifinal match of The Kia Store Match Play Championship Saturday at Seneca Golf Course in Louisville. Rigg will play Adam Millson in the championship match.


(Edited to correct the name of the golf course.)

Miller and Jones meet again

Tonight's Elite Eight game in the NCAA Tournament between Kentucky and West Virginia will be the third time UK forward Darius Miller and West Virginia forward Kevin Jones have played against each other. Both players had big games when their high school teams met in the Iolani Prep Classic in Hawaii in 2007. Miller scored 23 points to lead the Mason County Royals to a 73-69 win over Mt. Vernon, NY. Jones scored a game-high 36 points for Mt. Vernon. They met again last season as college players. Kentucky beat West Virginia 54-43 in the Findlay Toyota Las Vegas Invitational. Miller was scoreless, but had six rebounds and three assists for the Wildcats. Jones had four points and two rebounds for the Mountaineers. Both players are starters this season. Miller is averaging 6.6 points a game. He scored a career-high 20 points in the Kentucky's second round win over Wake Forest. Miller is also playing stellar defense. Jones is averaging 13.7 points and 7.2 rebounds a game for the Mountaineers. He scored 18 points in West Virginia's win over Washington Thursday night. Either player could be a key in tonight's game. The winner advances to the Final Four.

(Photo- Jones (on the left with head band) and Miller (on the right) in captain's pregame meeting in the Iolani Prep Classic)

Photo credit: Erica Weddle

Mason County Middle School fast pitch softball schedule

Here is the Mason County Middle School fast pitch softball schedule. A doubleheader is scheduled each game day except for the Bracken County tournament. The Lady Royals will play two games against two different opponents in that tournament. The home games are in bold.

March 26 Montgomery County 5:30 p.m.
April 5 Rowan County 5:30 p.m.
April 7 Fleming County 5 p.m.
April 10 Bracken County tournament 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
April 13 Fleming County 5 p.m.
April 16 Bishop Brossart 5 p.m.
April 19 Bourbon County 5:30 p.m.
April 21 Bracken County 5:15 p.m.
April 27 Bourbon County 5:30 p.m.
April 30 Montgomery County 5:30 p.m.
May 4 Rowan County 5:30 p.m.
May 13 Harrison County 6 p.m.
May 19 Harrison County 6 p.m.

Mason County Middle School baseball schedule

Here is the Mason County Middle School baseball schedule. The home games are in bold.

March 27 Nicholas County 1 p.m.
March 31 Lewis County 5 p.m.
April 3 Bracken County 2 p.m.
April 5 Fleming County 5 p.m.
April 7 Bracken County 5 p.m.
April 9 Lewis County Away 5 p.m.
April 10 Morgan County 2 p.m.
April 13 Rowan County 5 p.m.
April 17 West Carter 4 p.m.
April 22 Rowan County 5 p.m.
April 24 Morgan County 4 p.m.
April 27 Nicholas County 5 p.m.
April 29 Lewis County 5 p.m.
May 1 Nicholas County 1 p.m.
May 3 Fleming County 4 p.m.
May 5 Bracken County 5 p.m.
May 6 Lewis County 5 p.m.
May 8 East Carter DH 1 p.m.
May 11 Fleming County 5 p.m.
May 14 Nicholas County 5 p.m.
May 17 Fleming County 5 p.m.
May 24 Conference tournament TBA

Miller scores nine points in Kentucky's win over Cornell

Darius Miller scored nine points and had four assists, three steals and two rebounds in the Kentucky Wildcats' 62-45 win over Cornell last night in the NCAA Tournament. Miller's three steals tied his career-high. Kentucky plays West Virginia in the region final Saturday at 7 p.m.

River City boys' AAU Super Regional this weekend

The River City boys' AAU Super Regional basketball tournament will be played this weekend in Maysville. The tournament begins Friday and runs through Sunday. Games will be played at The Fieldhouse, the Lady Royals Gym, the St. Patrick Gym and the Straub Elementary Gym. Here is a list of the teams schedule to play:

10 and under
Ky Allstars
WV Wildcats
NE Ky Storm

12 and under
Ohio Warriors
Fleming County
NE Ky Storm
Indy Bulldogs Purple
Cincy Bulldogs
NKy Legends

13 and under
MBA Elite
Mason County
NE Ky Storm
Cincy Family II

14 and under
World Chicago
Queen City Phophets
Cincy Allstarz
Cincy Royals
Mason County

Treg Setty commits to Southern Illinois

Mason County junior Treg Setty verbally committed to Southern Illinois University today. Setty, a 6-8 forward, averaged 13 points a game for the Royals this past season. "I just love the way they treat me," Setty wrote in a text message. "They make me feel like family and I will feel comfortable." Southern Illinois is a Division I school located in Carbondale. The Salukis play in the Missouri Valley Conference. Southern Illinois made six straight appearances in the NCAA Tournament from 2002 to 2007. Chris Lowery has been the Salukis' head coach for six seasons. Setty also had offers from Miami of Ohio and Ohio University.

Coach Bob Hall passes away

Coach Bob Hall, a 10th Region icon, died early this morning after a battle with cancer. Hall was the boys' varsity basketball coach at Minerva, Fleming County, Maysville, Burgin and Bracken County. He was an assistant coach at Mason County in the 1960's. Hall guided two teams to the state tournament- Fleming County in 1974 and Maysville in 1978. Hall played amateur baseball with pitcher Woodie Fryman, who went on to play in the major leagues. Hall is a member of the Boys' 10th Region Basketball Hall of Fame. After his retirement, Hall followed the Mason County football and basketball teams home and away. His illness kept him away from this year's tournaments. Hall was an outstanding coach and an even better man. Coach you will be missed.

(Photo from the 1976 Maysville High School Yearbook)

Video of Chris Lofton in pre-game warmups

Video Credit: Danielle Weddle

Mikah Turner named to the NAIA Division II All-America Third Team

Berea College senior Mikah Turner of Maysville was named to the NAIA Division II All-America Third Team. Turner averaged 27.6 points a game this season. He shot 55% from the field, 41.7% on three-pointers and 65% from the free throw line. Turner was named the KIAC Player of the Year earlier this month.

Photos from Chris Lofton's game on March 14

Chris Lofton scored four points and Asefa Estudiantes beat Lofton's former team, Caja Laboral 74-58 in the ACB in Madrid, Spain on March 14.

(Photos- Outside and inside of Madrid Arena (Asefa Estudiantes' home arena), Lofton shooting a technical free throw, Lofton guarding on the inbounds play, and the scoreboard.

Photo credit: Erica Weddle

Chambers scores five points in Dayton's loss to UT

De'Sarae Chambers scored five points and had two rebounds in the Dayton Flyers' 92-64 loss to the Tennessee Lady Vols in the NCAA Tournament tonight in Knoxville. Dayton ends the season with a 25-8 record. The game was not available locally on ESPN2. Apparently ESPN2 provides regional coverage of the tournament and the Kentucky vs. Michigan State women's game was in our region.

Mason County football team begins spring practice

The Mason County Royals football team began spring practice today. Kentucky high school football teams are allowed to have 10 days of practice during the three weeks following the school's elimination from post-season play in basketball.

Chambers and Flyers play Lady Vols on ESPN2 tonight

De'Sarae Chambers and the Dayton Flyers play the Tennessee Lady Vols in Knoxville tonight in the second round of NCAA Tournament. The game will be on ESPN2 at 7 p.m. Dayton rallied from 18 down to edge TCU 67-66 Saturday for its first-ever win in the tournament. Chambers, a 5-9 sophomore guard, scored seven points. She is averaging 5.4 points and two rebounds a game.

State tournament photos

(Photos: Mason County team huddle during the Butler game; Neal Pawsat, Coach Chris O'Hearn,

Tyler Black and Justin Lang at post game press conference following the win over Butler; Rheuben Bluford and Jordan Gilbert with All-Tournament Team awards; the Royals with their semifinalist trophy, and Neal Pawsat, Justin Lang, Coach Chris O'Hearn and Jordan Gilbert at post game press conference following the loss to Shelby Valley)

Photo credit: Jason Butler and Danny Weddle

Russell Rigg advances to semifinals of The KIA Store Match Play Championship

Russell Rigg has advanced to the semifinals of The KIA Store Match Play Championship at Seneca Golf Club in Louisville. Playing in his first match play tournament, Rigg defeated Daniel Albertson of Louisville 6 and 5 in the first round Saturday. Rigg beat Josh Griffin of Shelbyville 2 and 1 in the quarterfinal round today. Rigg will play Blake Hamilton of Florence in the semifinals next weekend. The tournament is part of the Mussleman-Dunne Golf Tour.

Darius Miller's career-high 20 points lead UK to a 90-60 win

Darius Miller scored a career-high 20 points and grabbed nine rebounds to lead the Kentucky Wildcats to a 90-60 win over Wake Forest tonight in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Miller scored 16 points in the first half. Kentucky will play the Wisconsin-Cornell winner Thursday in Syracuse, NY.

Shelby Valley beats Ballard 73-61 for state title

The Shelby Valley Wildcats beat the Ballard Bruins 73-61 tonight in the championship game of the PNC/KHSAA Boys Sweet 16 at Rupp Arena. It is Shelby Valley's first state championship. Shelby Valley senior guard Elisha Justice was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament. Here is a link to the box score.

Coach O'Hearn's post game press conference

Push play on the Flash-based player below to listen to Mason County Coach Chris O'Hearn's post game press conference following the Royals' loss to Shelby Valley in the state semifinals today. Gabcast! Coach O'Hearn's post game comments #0

Justice scores 31 to lead Shelby Valley past Mason Co. 71-51

Elisha Justice scored 31 points to lead the Shelby Valley Wildcats past the Mason County Royals 71-51 today in the semifinals of the PNC/KHSAA Boys Sweet 16 at Rupp Arena. Shelby Valley led by 14 in the second quarter. The Royals got to within seven at 37-30, but Justice hit two free throws to put the Wildcats up by nine at the half. Mason County closed the gap to five at 41-36, but Justice answered with a three-pointer and the Wildcats pulled away. Justice was 10-of-16 from the field, including 5-of-6 on three-pointers. He made 6-of-6 foul shots and had three steals. Jordan Gilbert led Mason County in scoring with 15 points. Justin Lang added 10 points. Gilbert and Rheuben Bluford were named to the All-Tournament Team.

MC (25-7) Gilbert 15, J. Lang 10, Bluford 5, Setty 8, Pawsat 7, Black 6
SV (31-4) Justice 31, Ramey 4, Hatfield 15, Ta. Newsome 7, Varney 5, T. Tackett 3, D. Tackett 2, Ty. Newsome 4

MC FG 38.9% 3 PT FG 23.1% FT 60% REB 33 TO 18
SV FG 52.1% 3 PT FG 46.7% FT 63.6% REB 28 TO 10

MC 11 19 11 10-51
SV 22 17 16 16-71

Mason Co. vs. Shelby Valley in state semifinal

The Mason County Royals play the Shelby Valley Wildcats today at 11:30 a.m. in the semifinals of the PNC/KHSAA Boys Sweet 16. Shelby Valley is the two-time defending champion of the All "A" Classic. Mason County has won 12 straight games. Here are the probable starters:

Mason County 25-6 Coach Chris O'Hearn

G Jordan Gilbert 5-10 160 Jr. 9.8 ppg
G Justin Lang 5-10 155 Sr. 8.3 ppg
C Rheuben Bluford 6-5 185 Jr. 5.5 ppg
F Treg Setty 6-8 185 Jr. 13.3 ppg
F Bradley Lang 6-2 175 Sr. 7 ppg

Shelby Valley Coach 30-4 Jason Booher

G Elisha Justice 5-10 175 Sr. 19.9 ppg
G Cody Varney 6-3 180 Sr. 6 ppg
F Ashley Hatfield 6-6 200 Sr. 14.5 ppg
F Taylor Newsome 6-3 210 Sr. 12.1 ppg
F Tyler Newsome 6-4 195 Sr. 12.9 ppg

Royals rally to beat Butler 58-47

The Mason County Royals rallied from a nine-point second quarter deficit to beat the Butler Bears 58-47 tonight in the quarterfinal round of the PNC/KHSAA Boys Sweet 16 at Rupp Arena. After hitting just 28% from the field in the first half, the Royals went to their run and jump press in the second half and started getting points off their defense. Tyler Black came in off the bench and tied his career high witth 18 points. Jordan Gilbert and Neal Pawsat scored 10 points apiece. Mason County will play Shelby Valley in the semifinals Saturday at 11:30 a.m.

MC (25-6) Gilbert 10, J. Lang 9, Bluford 1, Setty 3, B. Lang 7, Pawsat 10, Black 18
B (20-12) Wesson 9, Saunders 2, Stone 12, McReynolds 6, Smith 2, Butler 4, Blackmore 6, Allen 6

MC FG 41.3% 3 PT FG 23.1% FT 68% REB 28 TO 10
B FG 45.9% 3 PT FG 14.3% FT 75% REB 26 TO 14

MC 07 12 21 18-58
B 12 12 10 13-47

Kasey Litzinger had 10 points and 5 rebounds in Lindsey Wilson loss

Kasey Litzinger, a freshman guard from Maysville, came off the bench to score 10 points and grab five rebounds, but Lindsey Wilson College lost to No. 1 Vanguard University 64-57 in overtime Thursday in the first round of the NAIA Division I Women's Basketball Championship in Jackson, Tenn. Lindsey Wilson ends the season with a 20-12 record.

Mason Co. vs. Butler in quarterfinals

The Mason County Royals play the Butler Bears, champions of the 6th Region, in the quarterfinals of the PNC/KHSAA Boys Sweet 16 at Rupp Arena tonight at 8 o'clock. Here are the probable starters:

Mason County 24-6 Coach Chris O'Hearn

G Jordan Gilbert 5-10 160 Jr. 9.8 ppg
G Justin Lang 5-10 155 Sr. 8.2 ppg
C Rheuben Bluford 6-5 185 Jr. 13.7 ppg
F Treg Setty 6-8 185 Jr. 13.7 ppg
F Bradley Lang 6-2 175 Sr. 7 ppg

Butler Bears 20-11 Coach Shawn Purlee

G Jalen Wesson 5-7 136 So. 9.1 ppg
G Thomas Blakemore 6-1 166 Sr. 17.6 ppg
C Quenton Smith 6-2 266 Sr. 2.9 ppg
F Austin Fuqua 5-11 172 Sr. 3.2 ppg
F Darius Stone 6-1 175 Sr. 9.2 ppg

State tournament photos

Karlie Smith of Bracken County and Kenton Murphy of Mason County receiving $1,000 scholarships from PNC. Rheuben Bluford, Justin Lang, Coach Chris O'Hearn and Jordan Gilbert at post game press conference.

(Press conference photo by Jason Butler)

Royals edge North Hardin 58-56 in overtime

Jordan Gilbert's layup with four seconds to play in overtime gave the Mason County Royals a 58-56 win in the first round of the PNC/KHSAA Boys Sweet 16 at Rupp Arena tonight.
Mason County led by 12 in the first quarter. North Hardin rallied to go up 49-47 with 1:41 left in regulation. Gilbert made a layup to tie the game with 1:32 to go. North Hardin Coach Ron Bevars says his team was playing for the last shot, but took a shot early and missed. Mason County got the rebound but a turnover gave the ball back to the Trojans with 11 seconds to play. North Hardin was called for a walk with eight seconds left. Mason County went the length of the floor, but Gilbert missed a layup with four seconds to go. North Hardin missed a three-pointer at the buzzer. A three-point play by Rheuben Bluford put Mason County ahead 56-54 with 1:37 left in overtime. James Berry hit a jumper to tie the game at 56-56 with 1:28 remaining. Mason County then spread the floor looking for the last shot. Gilbert drove to his right and banked in the layup. North Hardin took a timeout with 1.6 showing on the clock. The Trojans desperation shot at the buzzer was an air ball and Mason County advances to the quarterfinals. Gilbert and Bradley Lang led Mason County in scoring with 12 points a piece. Justin Lang added 10 points. Bluford had nine points and 14 rebounds. Mason County will play Butler in the quarterfinals Friday at 8 p.m. Butler beat Knott County Central 57-46.

MC (24-6) Gilbert 12, J. Lang 10, Bluford 9, Setty 7, B. Lang 12, Pawsat 4, Black 4
NH (27-5) Phelps 15, Rol. Emerson 5, Ruttley 9, Roo. Emerson 5, Hendrix 2, Berry 20

MC FG 36.8% 3 PT FG 8.3% FT 65.2% REB 43 TO 12
NH FG 41.7% 3 PT FG 27.3% FT 59.1% REB 33 TO 13

MC 17 08 16 08 09-58
NH 07 15 13 14 07-56

Girls' AAU Super Regional started Friday night

The girls' AAU Super Regional Tournament started Friday night and runs through Sunday. Games are being played at the St. Patrick Gym and the Lady Royals' Gym. Sunday's games begin at 1 p.m. Teams scheduled to participate include:

11 and under
Cincy Finest
Midwest Express
BCK

12 and under
Turner Stars
West Virginia Panthers
Southern Ohio Magic

13 and under
Southern Ohio Magic
Midwest Xpress
West Virgina Thunder
Dayton Lady Hoopstars
Fieldhouse IN Blizzard

(Edited to correct the days of the tournament)

Royals play North Hardin tonight in the Sweet 16

The Mason County Royals play the North Hardin Trojans tonight at 6:30 in the first round of the PNC/KHSAA Boys Sweet 16 at Rupp Arena. Mason County (23-6) has won 10 straight games. The Royals are making their third straight trip to the state tournament. North Hardin (27-4) is the Region Five champion. The Trojans have won seven in a row. Here are the probable starting lineups:

Mason County

G Jordan Gilbert 5-10 160 Jr. 9.7 ppg
G Justin Lang 5-10 155 Sr. 8.2 ppg
C Rheuben Bluford 6-5 185 Sr. 5.5 ppg
F Treg Setty 6-8 185 Jr. 13.9 ppg
F Bradley Lang 6-2 175 Sr. 6.9 ppg

Head Coach: Chris O'Hearn

North Hardin

G James Berry 6-4 190 Sr. 13.5 ppg
G Jermaine Ruttley 6-2 190 So. 10.4 ppg
G Nigel Phelps 6-5 205 Sr. 11.5 ppg
G Rolondo Emerson 6-1 175 Sr. 7.5 ppg
C Roosevelt Emerson 6-6 225 Sr. 13.3 ppg

Head Coach: Ron Bevars

O'Hearn, Pawsat and J. Lang will be on Scholatisc Ball Report

Mason County Coach Chris O'Hearn and players Neal Pawsat and Justin Lang will be on the Scholastic Ball Report television show Saturday morning. The show, hosted by Gary Ball and Louis Stout, airs at 11:30 a.m. on WKYT Channel 27.

Korey Shotwell nominated for LaRosa's MVP of the Week

Campbell County senior wrestler Korey Shotwell has been nominated for the LaRosa's MVP of the Week. Here is a link to the site. Shotwell is seventh on the national wins list with 276 career wins (grades 7-12). He finished his high school career with a 222-20 record (grades 9-12). He holds Campbell County High School records for single season takedowns (123), single season pins (40), career pins (147), career takedowns (535) and career record. Shotwell won a regional championship for the second straight year and the third time in four years. He took third place in the 145 pound class at the state tournament.

Harry Lewis playing for the Bloomington Extreme in the IFL

Former Mason County standout Harry Lewis is a wide receiver for the Bloomington, Illinois Extreme in the Indoor Football League. Lewis played seven seasons for the Kentucky Horsemen. Lewis had five receptions for 63 yards and two touchdowns in the Extreme's season-opening 49-37 loss to the Richmond Revolution on March 6. He had two catches for 46 yards and the Extreme won its home opener 24-20 over the Green Bay Blizzard last Saturday. Bloomington plays Chicago Slaughter Saturday in Hoffman Estates, Ill.

Russell Rigg second in his first tournament of the year

Russell Rigg shot a 77 Sunday and finished second in the 15-16 year old division of the Mt. Dew Junior Series tournament at Harmony Landing Country Club in Goshen, Ky. Rigg finished two shots behind the winner.

Adkins 27th in Nike Indoor Nationals

Mason County senior Seth Adkins was 27th out of 73 runners in the 200 meters Saturday at the Nike Indoor Nationals in Boston. Adkins had a time of 22.73. Only the top eight advanced to the finals on Sunday. "On the national stage, his performance was very respectable," Mason County track and field Coach Mark Kachler wrote in an e-mail message. Adkins is just the second Mason County athlete to qualify for the Nike Indoor Nationals. Andy Fryman was the national champion in the shot put in 2003.


(Photo credit: Kenton Murphy)

Boys' All-Region teams

Jordan Gilbert and Treg Setty of Mason County and Stephen Mason of St. Patrick were named to the All-Region Team in voting by the 10th Region coaches. Rheuben Bluford and Justin Lang were named All-Region Honorable Mention.

2009-10 All Region Team
Kyle Campbell, Nicholas County 20 ppg, 7 rpg, 4 apg
Timmy Cooper, Pendleton County 15 ppg, 3 rpg
Azrey Crisp, Montgomery County 12 ppg, 6 rpg, 3 apg
Jaylen Daniel, Clark County 12.1 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 3.1 apg
Jordan Gilbert, Mason County 8.4 ppg, 3.6 apg
Dylan Hamilton, Bracken County 21 ppg, 5 rpg
Brady Jolly, Campbell County 16.5 ppg, 6.1 rpg, 3 steals
Kyle King, Deming 18.9 ppg, 6.11 rpg, 1.6 assists
Luke King, Deming 18 ppg, 6.33, rpg, 2.11 steals
Stephen Mason, St. Patrick 19.6 ppg 9.6 rpg
Omar Prewitt, Montgomery County 17 ppg, 4 rpg, 3 apg
Jacob Rieger, Bishop Brossart 17.6 ppg, 7.5 rpg, 2.5 apg
Cory Rogers, Clark County 12.6 ppg, 7.4 rpg
Treg Setty , Mason County 14 ppg, 7.5 rpg
Kellen Smith, Scott 12 ppg 3.1 rpg, 7 apg
Robby Stenzel, Clark County 14.7 ppg, 4.2 rpg, 2.8 apg
Malcolm Thomas, Harrison County 18.7 ppg, 11.7 rpg, 4 blocks
Vinny Zollo, Clark County 17.5 ppg, 13.0 rpg

2009-10 All Region Honorable Mention
Jordan Armstrong, Bishop Brossart 11 ppg, 3 apg
Rheuben Bluford, Mason County 6 ppg, 6 rpg
Colton Fraysure, Augusta 19.5 ppg, 4.2 rpg, 3.2 apg
Greg Gieman,Campbell County 16.5 ppg, 6.1 rpg, 3 steals
Chris Gillispie, Bourbon County 14 ppg, 6 rpg, 3 apg
Dillon Green, Pendleton County 14.5 ppg, 4.5 rpg
Aaron Jacobs, Paris 12.4 ppg, 9.7 rpg
Keylo Jones, Scott 10.3 ppg, 9.3 rpg, 3.3 spg
Justin Lang, Mason County 8.3 ppg, 2.2 apg, 1.9 spg
Jared Martin, Harrison County 13 ppg, 6 apg
Mason Monroe, Pendleton County 10.6 ppg, 2.3 rpg, 3.4 apg
Jacob Neidrigger, Scott 15 ppg, 5 rpg
Daniel O’Conner, Scott 8.3 ppg, 6.7 rpg, 2 blocks
Jordan Smith, Campbell County 11 ppg
Chas Vander Meer, Calvary Christian 17.8 ppg, 5 rpg, 2 apg
Charles Washington, Nicholas County 20 ppg, 10 rpg, 2.5 blocks

State tournament ticket sales Sunday at MCHS

Here is the press release from Mason County High School:


Mason County High School has a limited number of tickets to sell for the Thursday, March 18, 6:30 p.m. State Tournament game with North Hardin at Rupp Arena.
Tickets sent to the high school are located in sections 38-39 & 238 that sell for $8.00. Those wishing to buy online can do so at khsaa.org, Ticketmaster.com, or calling Rupp Arena directly 859-233-3535.
The sales at the high school will be Sunday, March 14 in the following order:
Sales to the general public:
-Sunday, March 14: 4:00 p.m. in the High School Main Office -Adult Season Ticket holders, one ticket per person.
-Sunday, March 14, 4:30 p.m. in the High School Main Office –holders of Varsity Club/Senior Citizen Cards, Blue-White Card holders & Mason Co. School District teachers and staff passes-one ticket per person.
-Sunday, March 14: 5 p.m. –at the Fieldhouse Ticket Booth- Community individuals-two per person.
At 5:30 p.m., If there are tickets left, they will be sold with no limit as long as they last.

Seth Adkins leaves Friday for Nike Indoor Nationals

Mason County senior Seth Adkins leaves Friday for the Nike Indoor Nationals in Boston. The event takes place at the Reggie Lewis Center. The banked track is one of the fastest in the U.S. Adkins will compete in the preliminary races of the 200 meter dash Saturday afternoon. The top six will advance to the finals on Sunday. Adkins qualified for the Nike Indoor Nationals by having the fastest time at the University of Kentucky select meet last month. That's just one of his many highlights this season. Adkins won the indoor 200 meters at Ohio State University. He was second in the 55 meters and finished third with a school record time of 53.43 in the 400 meters in the Mason-Dixon Games last weekend.

PNC/KHSAA Boys Sweet 16 bracket

Here is the bracket for the 2010 PNC/KHSAA Boys Sweet 16 State Basketball Tournament.
(Click on the bracket to enlarge it.)

Malcolm Jones and Bradley Lang sign with Pikeville College

Mason County seniors Malcolm Jones and Bradley Lang signed today to play football at Pikeville College. Jones and Lang were wide receivers and defensive backs for the Royals. Pikeville recruited both to play as wide receivers. Jones had 20 receptions for 361 yards and three touchdowns last season. Lang had 10 receptions for 228 yards and two touchdowns last season. Both players rushed for a touchdown. Jones returned an interception 87 yards for a touchdown against Bourbon County.

(In photo, Lang, second from the left, and Jones, fourth from the left, with their families and coaches)

Mason Co. will play North Hardin in state tournament

The Mason County Royals will play the North Hardin Trojans in the first round of the PNC/KHSAA Boys Sweet 16. North Hardin beat Campbellsville 69-66 in the 5th Region finals last night. Here is a link to the game story in the Elizabethtown newspaper, The News-Enterprise.

Stat sheet from the 10th Region finals

(Click on the stat sheet to enlarge it)

Boys' 10th Region Boys' Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame Class of 2010 introduced

The 10th Region Boys' Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame Class of 2010 was introduced at halftime of the 10th Region championship game Monday night. Four former players and two contributors will be inducted at the annual banquet on March 23:

Players
Dan Franzen, Campbell County
Brian Kirk, Augusta
Mike Corde, Mason County
Joey Verax, Pendleton County

Contributors
Bill Lindsey, Campbell County scorekeeper
Mike Murphy, Mason County timer

Royals edge Clark Co. 62-60 for three-peat

The Mason County Royals rallied from six down in the fourth quarter to beat the Clark County Cardinals 62-60 tonight in the championship game of the 10th Region Tournament at The Fieldhouse. It's the Royals' third straight regional title, their fourth in five years and their seventh in nine years. Clark County led 55-49, but Mason County went on an 8-0 run to go up 57-55. Treg Setty tied the game on a three-pointer and the Royals took the lead on a run out layup by Justin Lang. Corey Rogers hit a shot to tie the game at 57-57. Jordan Gilbert made 1-of-2 free throws to put the Royals up by one. Lang sank two free throws to make it 60-57 with 33 seconds left. Neal Pawsat made 1-of-2 from the line to make it a two possession game at 61-57 with 18 seconds to go. Vinny Zollo swished a three-pointer for Clark County to cut Mason County's lead to one with 9.9 seconds left. Lang went back to the line and hit 1-of-2 foul shots to put the Royals up 62-60 with 8.8 seconds remaining. Clark County turned the ball over and time ran out. Mason County has won 10 straight games. Gilbert and Lang scored 16 points apiece. Treg Setty added 10 points and Rheuben Bluford grabbed 11 rebounds. Zollo had a double-double for Clark County with 19 points and 16 rebounds. Corey Rogers scored 17 points and Robbie Stenzel added 12. Mason County will play the 5th Region champion March 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the state tournament at Rupp Arena. Campbellsville and North Hardin meet in the 5th Region finals Tuesday night at Nelson County.

MC (23-6) Gilbert 16, J. Lang 16, Bluford 3, Setty 10, Harris 2, Pawsat 8, Black 7
CC (26-7) Daniel 3, Kindred 2, Stenzel 12, Purvis 7, Zollo 19, Rogers 17

MC FG 40.4% 3 PT FG 35% FT 50% REB 37 TO 9
CC FG 37.3% 3 PT FG 26.3% FT 68.8% REB 42 TO 13

MC 09 20 11 22-62
CC 16 14 16 14-60

Notes:

• Mason County has won 14 10th Region titles;
• The Royals have won a record 74 10th Region Tournament games. Mason County began this year's tournament tied with Maysville with 71 victories;
• This is Mason County's third three-peat. The Royals also won three straight region titles in 1992, 93 and 94 and in 2002, 03 and 04;
  
• Mason County senior manager Kenton Murphy will receive a $1,000 PNC Sweet 16 scholarship at the state tournament. One senior boy and one senior girl from each region wins a scholarship. Karlie Smith of Bracken County will also receive a $1,000 scholarship

(Edited to correct Clark County's rebound total)

Another Mason County record set at Mason-Dixon Games

After further review, Mason County Coach Mark Kachler discovered another school record was set at the Mason-Dixon Games Saturday. The girls 4x200 meter relay team of Madison Paver, Andreana Bennett, Iretta Carpenter and Ashley Deatley set a new record with a time of 2:01.59. Four other school records were set at Mason-Dixon Games.

10th Region championship game tonight, doors open at 5 p.m.

The Mason County Royals play the Clark County Cardinals in the championship game of the 10th Region Tournament tonight at 7:30 at The Fieldhouse. Mason County High School Principal Steve Appelman has announced in an email message that "due to the already high demand for tickets to tonight's game," ticket sales will begin at 5 p.m. and the doors will open at 5 p.m.
Advance ticket sales will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Fieldhouse box office.
Here are the probable starters:

Clark County Cardinals 26-6

G Jaylen Daniel 6-6 Jr.
G Robbie Stenzel 6-4 Jr.
C Corey Rogers 6-5 Jr.
F Vinny Zollo 6-8 Jr.
F Travis Purvis 6-7 Jr.

Mason County Royals 22-6

G Jordan Gilbert 5-10 Jr.
G Justin Lang 5-10 Sr.
C Rheuben Bluford 6-5 Sr.
F Treg Setty 6-8 Jr.
F Bradley Lang 6-2 Sr.

Mark Blakefield wins Hooters Golf Tournament

Mark Blakefield picked up his second win on the Hooters Tour by firing a six-under par 66 today in the final round of the Ocala Marion Sports Commission Classic in Florida. Here is a link to the story on the Hooters Tour website.

Miller scores 14 points in Kentucky's win over Florida

Darius Miller made three three-pointers and scored 14 points in the Kentucky Wildcats' 74-66 win over the Florida Gators today. Miller also had two rebounds and two assists. Kentucky has a first round bye in the Southeastern Conference Tournament and will play Friday at 1 p.m. against the winner of the Alabama vs. South Carolina game.

Adkins 2nd in the 55m and 3rd in the 400m, four new school records set at Mason-Dixon Games

Mason County senior Seth Adkins finished second in the 55 meters (6.81) and third in the 400 meters (53.43) Saturday in the 50th Annual Mason-Dixon Games in Louisville. Adkins' time in the 400 meters is a new school record. Sophomore Valerie Rice finished 8th and set a new school record in the 800 meters in a time of 2:35.20. Two Mason County relay teams also set school records- the boys' 4x800 meter relay team of junior Connor Appelman, senior Jim Myers, 8th grader Nick Robinson and junior Nathan Woods (9:17.23), and the girls' 4x800 meter relay team of freshman Sarah Bellingham, freshman Raylee Kirkland, sophomore Valerie Rice and freshman Julia Woods (11:01.38). The Lady Royals' fifth place finish in the team standings is the best in school history. Mason County was ninth in the boys' meet. Here is a link to the results.

Mason Co. 8th grader Jaylin Jones is the state champion in the 55 meters

Mason County 8th grader Jaylin Jones is the middle school indoor state champion in the 55 meters. He had a time of 7.43 seconds in the 50th Annual Mason-Dixon Games Saturday in Louisville. Jones finished fourth in the 400 meters (61.74). Two other Mason County middle school athletes had top three finishes- 8th grader Nick Robinson in the 1500 meters (4:43.22) and 7th grader Sam Felice (33-01.75) in the shot put. Robinson took fifth place in the 800 meters (2:21.88). Mason County was the middle school state runner-up to North Oldham despite taking only 10 athletes to the meet. Here is a link to the results.


(Edited to correct Jones' finish in the 400 meters and to clarify it was the middle school meet)

Royals start fast, beat Pendleton Co. 65-52

The Mason County Royals jumped out to a 14-0 lead and went on to beat the Pendleton County Wildcats 65-52 tonight in the semifinals of the 10th Region Tournament at The Fieldhouse. Mason County had a 15-0 advantage on second chance points. Bradley Lang was 6-of-7 from the field and scored a career-high 16 points. Jordan Gilbert also scored 16 points. Justin Lang added 10 points, and Rheuben Bluford grabbed 12 rebounds. Mason County advances to the region championship for the fifth straight year. The Royals will play Clark County Monday at 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets will be sold at The Fieldhouse box office Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

MC ( 22-6) Gilbert 16, J. Lang 10, Bluford 6, Setty 8, B.Lang 16, Pawsat 9
CC (17-14) Monroe 6, Cooper 11, Greene 16, Farrell 6, Jones 6, Taylor 6, Valentine1

MC FG 40.4% 3 PT FG 31.3% FT 56.3% REB 43 TO 6
CC FG 32.6% 3 PT FG 39.1% FT 65% REB 31 TO 11

MC 16 15 15 19-65
CC 10 10 15 17-52

Clark County holds off Scott 44-38

The Clark County Cardinals held off the upset-minded Scott Eagles 44-38 tonight in the upper bracket semifinal game of the 10th Region Tournament at The Fieldhouse. The game was tied at the end of the third quarter. Clark County opened the fourth quarter with back-to-back three-pointers. Scott rallied to take the lead at 33-32. Clark County then went on an 8-1 run and Scott never got closer than four the rest of the way. Clark County's run included four free throws on a personal foul and a technical foul. Vinny Zollo had a double-double for Clark County with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Robbie Stenzel added 11 points. Kellen Smith had a game-high 15 points for Scott. Jacob Niederegger added 12 points. Clark County advances to the championship game Monday night to play the winner of the second semifinal between Mason County and Pendleton County. That game tips-off tonight at 8:30.

CC (26-6) Daniel 8, Stenzel 11, Purvis 6, Zollo 13, Rogers 6
S (18-10) Haynes 3, Smith 15, Niederegger 12, O'Conner 4, Jones 4

CC FG 27.8% 3 PT FG 15% FT 71.4% REB 40 TO 15
S FG 26.9% 3 PT FG 26.3% FT 52.4% REB 43 TO 13

CC 10 07 06 21-44
S 05 09 09 15-38

Clark County Lady Cardinals win region title

The Clark County Lady Cardinals are the 10th Region champions for the first time since 1995. Clark County defeated five-time defending champion Montgomery County 48-35 in the championship game of the regional tournament today at The Fieldhouse. After trailing by one at the half, Clark County outscored Montgomery County 20-10 in the third quarter to lead 34-25.
The Lady Indians opened the fourth quarter with nine straight points to tie the game at 34-34.
The Lady Cardinals answered with a 5-0 run, and Montgomery County only scored one point the rest of the game.

CC (18-10) P. Rogers 11, J. Rogers 7, Kindred 12, Jones 13, Gay 5,
MC (17-17) Lausti 3, Cincotta 8, Colliver 13, Spence 3, Jehlik 2, Taul 6

CC 06 08 20 14-48
MC 04 07 10 10-35

Girls' All-Region teams and HOF inductees introduced at halftime of championship game

The girls' All-Region teams and 2010 Hall of Fame inductees were introduced at halftime of the championship game of the girls' 10th Region Tournament today at The Fieldhouse.

First Team
Lauren Tibbs, Scott
Mary Jehlik, Montgomery County
Keller Menke, Mason County
Hannah Haight, Bracken County
Brianna Peters, Campbell County

Second Team
Emily Sanker, Bishop Brossart
Brittney Black, Clark County
Charisma Payne, St. Patrick
Preshia Rogers, Clark County
Kaitlyn Hargett, Augusta

Third Team
Shawna Sexton, Bourbon County
Morgan Crain, Paris
Petra Mitchell, Nicholas County
Anna Klee, St. Patrick
Taylor Stinson, Scott High

Honorable Mention: Kelsie Pugh (Pendleton County), Brittany Burden (Bracken County), Katelyn Smith (Mason County), Kaitlin Johnson (Harrison County), Jessica Mitchell (Deming),
Beth Queen (Mason County) and Chelsea Douglas (St. Patrick)

Co-Coach of the Year: Patrick Kelsch (Bracken County) and Rhonda Klette (Scott High)

Hall of Fame Inductees

Players
Lindsay Bray (Campbell County) 2001-2004
Yolanda Brown (Paris) 1987-1990
Jennifer (Johnson) Norman (Bourbon County) 1983-1986
Serena (King) Coleman (Montgomery County) 1989-1993
Kathy Yelton (Pendleton County) 1975-1977

Coach
Connie Appelman (Paris) 1986-1994

Contributors
Lea Wise Prewitt (Montgomery County)
Eugene "Puck" Puckett (Paris)

Mason Co. and Pendleton Co. advance, will meet in semis

The Mason County Royals and the Pendleton County Wildcats were first round winners in the 10th Region Tournament tonight at The Fieldhouse and will meet in the semifinal round Saturday night.
Mason County ended the game on an 18-8 run to beat the Bishop Brossart Mustangs. Pendleton County outscored the Montgomery County Indians 24-12 in the fourth quarter for a 62-49 win.
There were eight ties and eight lead changes in the Mason County-Brossart game. The Mustangs led 38-33 in the third quarter. The Royals went on a 9-0 run to take the lead for good. Treg Setty led Mason County in scoring with 16 points. Jordan Gilbert added 12 points. Mason County and Pendleton County will meet in the second semifinal Saturday at 8:30 p.m. It's Clark County vs. Scott in the upper bracket semifinal at 5 p.m. The Fieldhouse will be cleared between games. Admission to each game is $5.

MC (21-6) Gilbert 12, J. Lang 2, Bluford 6, Setty 16, B. Lang 8, King 1, Pawsat 4, Black 2
BB (19-7) Armstrong 5, Norton 9, Morscher 11, Rieger 16, Fardo 3, Saunders 2

MC FG 38% 3 PT FG 21.4% FT 76.9% REB 36 TO 12
BB FG 35.1% 3 PT FG 40% FT 82.4% REB 24 TO 14

MC 08 16 14 13-51
BB 12 13 13 08-46

(Edited to correct Gilbert's scoring total)

Clark County and Scott breeze into the semifnals

Clark County and Scott both had easy first round wins in the 10th Region Tournament at The Fieldhouse tonight. Clark County led 35-4 at halftime and routed Harrison County 77-31, and Scott defeated Bracken County 67-46. Lower bracket first round games will be played Friday night. It's Pendleton County vs. Montgomery County at 6:30, followed by Mason County against Bishop Brossart.

Montgomery County and Clark County advance to finals

The Montgomery County Lady Indians and the Clark County Lady Cardinals advanced to the championship of the 10th Region Tournament with semifinal wins tonight at The Fieldhouse.
Montgomery County beat Bracken County 62-33 and Clark County defeated Scott 53-41. The championship game is Saturday at noon.


(Edited to correct Bracken County's score)

Big name colleges interested in Mason County football players

Mason County football players are getting a lot interest from college football recruiters. Senior wide receiver Colt Fearis signed with Georgetown College last week, and Mason County Coach David Buchanan says he looks for two or three more current seniors to sign with colleges, but it's the next two classes that are drawing the interest from big schools.
While there are currently no scholarship offers, the college coaches want several players to attend their camps. Buchanan says Kentucky, Texas Tech, Illinois and North Carolina State want to see junior quarterback Neal Pawsat throw. Buchanan says he has been told Pawsat is one of Texas Tech's top three to five quarterback prospects. Buchanan says North Carolina State wants to see five quarterbacks- three players in North Carolina, one in Pennsylvania and Pawsat. The recruitment of Pawsat has led to coaches asking about other Mason County players.
Buchanan says after initially calling about Pawsat, Illinois watched video and expressed interest in Jordan Gilbert, Josh Harris, Alex Newton and Tyler Black. Buchanan says Duke became interested in Gilbert after watching Pawsat's video.
While Newton plays offensive tackle for the Royals, Buchanan says he is thinking about maybe pushing Newton as an offensive guard.
"Eastern [Kentucky] already has a very strong interest in Alex and wants him at camp," Buchanan said.
Harris, a sophomore running back and linebacker, is also getting his share of attention. "Probably the most enthusiasm for Josh so far has been UK and Ohio State," Buchanan said.
Harvard has sent a questionnaire to Harris.
"All these kids are helping each other, "Buchanan said.
He says it's going to open some doors for other juniors including Carson Gray, Austin Berry and Xavia Shurn.

Too much Tibbs as Lady Royals lose to Scott 60-28

Lauren Tibbs had 35 points, 16 rebounds and nine blocks to lead the Scott Lady Eagles to a 60-28 win over the Mason County Lady Royals tonight at The Fieldhouse. Tibbs, a 6-4 junior center, was 12-of-17 from the field and 11-of-13 from the free throw line. Taylor Stinson added 16 points (8-of-11 from the field) for the Lady Eagles. McKayla Likins was Mason County's leading scorer with seven points. Scott advances to the semifinals to play the Clark County Lady Cardinals. Clark County routed Nicholas County 74-23.

MC (18-11) Moran 3, Likins 7, B. Menke 3, Moore 4, K. Menke 4, Smith 4, Queen 1, Gibbs 2
S (21-8) Stinson 16, Starnes 2, Kraft 4, Buntin 3, Tibbs 35

MC FG 20.8% 3 PT FG 20.0% FT 50.0% REB 30 TO 10
S FG 55.8% 3 PT FG 0.0% FT 70.6% REB 33 TO 13

MC 08 07 07 06- 28
S 12 12 15 21- 60

Montgomery County and Bracken County post wins in girls' regional

The Montgomery County Lady Indians defeated the Bishop Brossart Lady 'Stangs 59-43 and the Bracken County Lady Bears defeated the Pendleton County Lady Wildcats 63-40 tonight in the first round of the 10th Region Tournament at The Fieldhouse. Lower bracket first round games will be played Tuesday night. The Clark County Lady Cardinals play the Nicholas County Lady Jackets at 6:30, followed by the Mason County Lady Royals against the Scott Lady Eagles.

Deatley and Myers set schools at Mason County meet

Mason County seniors Ashley Deatley and Jim Myers both set school records at the Mason County track meet Saturday. Deatley set a record in the High Jump (4-10.00), and Myers set a record in the 3,000 meters (9:59.00). Mason County was fourth in the girls' meet and 12th in the boys' meet.
Mason County senior Seth Adkins won the indoor 200 meters at Ohio State University.
Adkins was the fastest Kentucky in the University of Kentucky select meet two weekends ago and qualified for the Nike National Indoor meet March 13 and 14 in Boston. Adkins is the first Mason County athlete to qualify for the Nike Indoor National meet since Andy Fryman won the Nike National in the shot put.
Here are links to the results of Saturday's meet.

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Middle School

Mikah Turner KIAC Player of the Year

Berea College senior Mikah Turner of Maysville is the Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Player of the Year. Turner averaged 27.6 points a game this season. He shot 55% from the field, 41.7% on three-pointers and 65% from the free throw line. Turner scored a career-high 45 points vs. OSU Mansfield on Dec. 19. He scored 30 or more points in 14 games this season.