Thursday and WTW for the Last Time
There were some interesting games on Thursday. Let's discuss...
--#1 Greenwood d. #6 Henderson County 1-0
As expected, this game was low scoring and tight. The Gators proved themselves over the weekend at Owensboro, and now this win proves even more that they are one, if not the, top team in the state. Greenwood has not lost in over a month now. As for Henderson County, will they be able to score enough runs to win? We'll get our answer soon.
--Down the road in Scottsville, #3 Christian County paid a visit to the #4 Allen County-Scottsville Patriots for a glorified scrimmage. Both teams weren't exactly sharp, but the Colonels did enough to outlast ACS 4-1. However, the Patriots, after a few innings, reverted back to a lineup that Greenwood fans would be familiar with.
--#16 Grayson County d. Apollo 7-5 (9 innings)
Apollo, after an impressive showing at the Owensboro tournament over the weekend, is proving themselves to be another landmine in the 3rd region for Owensboro Catholic. Along with the E-Gals and Grayson County, Meade County, Daviess County (Catholic's first round district opponent), Muhlenberg North and, most notably, Edmonson County pose possible threats.
--#14 Ballard d. Pleasure Ridge Park 2-0
Ballard has had a good week. Wins over Grayson County, Male and now this hard-fought win over PRP have validated their ranking in my eyes. But keep an eye on PRP, as they should be the top contender for the 6th region crown outside the Butler Bears.
Now, here are some Friday games not associated with tournaments (at least not on KHSAA's scoreboard)...
--#1 Greenwood vs. Central Hardin
--#4 Allen County-Scottsville vs. Dixie Heights
--#4 Allen County-Scottsville @ Lexington Catholic
--#16 Grayson County @ Assumption
--Russell County @ #19 Edmonson County
--Lyon County @ #21 Union County
--Warren Central @ #25 Barren County
Now, for the last time, the Weekend Tournament Watch...
Thrill in the 'Ville
Teams participating: #1 Greenwood, #3 Christian County, #5 Owensboro Catholic, #7 North Hardin, #8 Reidland, #12 Mercy
Analysis: I don't believe this is in classic tournament format (if not, someone correct me), but it should give us a good look at how these teams would fare if they saw each other again. It is possible that these six will return to Louisville for the state tournament. Should be an interesting weekend in the 'Ville.
May Mania
Teams participating: #22 Butler, Meade County, Fern Creek, Boone County, Hopkinsville
Analysis: As with the Thrill, this doesn't seem to be the convention tournament. But I do know this: if Butler doesn't go sweeping through this field, their Upset Alert level goes up for the 6th region tournament, provided they qualify for it.
Lady Chargers Classic
Teams Participating: #2 Ryle, George Rogers Clark, North Oldham, Fairdale, Jeffersontown, Waggener, Seneca
Analysis: Here's our conventional tournament, but there should be little drama to this one. Ryle is the clear favorite here, and this should provide as a nice warmup to tournament action for the Raiders. Plus, this tournament is being held in Jeffersontown; I'm surprised more state contenders aren't rehearsing their trip to the eastern fringes of Louisville.
Pick to win: #2 Ryle
Darkhorse(s): George Rogers Clark
Check back all weekend for game and tournament reviews, along with district tournament previews and other such features that should get us ready for tournament season.
--#1 Greenwood d. #6 Henderson County 1-0
As expected, this game was low scoring and tight. The Gators proved themselves over the weekend at Owensboro, and now this win proves even more that they are one, if not the, top team in the state. Greenwood has not lost in over a month now. As for Henderson County, will they be able to score enough runs to win? We'll get our answer soon.
--Down the road in Scottsville, #3 Christian County paid a visit to the #4 Allen County-Scottsville Patriots for a glorified scrimmage. Both teams weren't exactly sharp, but the Colonels did enough to outlast ACS 4-1. However, the Patriots, after a few innings, reverted back to a lineup that Greenwood fans would be familiar with.
--#16 Grayson County d. Apollo 7-5 (9 innings)
Apollo, after an impressive showing at the Owensboro tournament over the weekend, is proving themselves to be another landmine in the 3rd region for Owensboro Catholic. Along with the E-Gals and Grayson County, Meade County, Daviess County (Catholic's first round district opponent), Muhlenberg North and, most notably, Edmonson County pose possible threats.
--#14 Ballard d. Pleasure Ridge Park 2-0
Ballard has had a good week. Wins over Grayson County, Male and now this hard-fought win over PRP have validated their ranking in my eyes. But keep an eye on PRP, as they should be the top contender for the 6th region crown outside the Butler Bears.
Now, here are some Friday games not associated with tournaments (at least not on KHSAA's scoreboard)...
--#1 Greenwood vs. Central Hardin
--#4 Allen County-Scottsville vs. Dixie Heights
--#4 Allen County-Scottsville @ Lexington Catholic
--#16 Grayson County @ Assumption
--Russell County @ #19 Edmonson County
--Lyon County @ #21 Union County
--Warren Central @ #25 Barren County
Now, for the last time, the Weekend Tournament Watch...
Thrill in the 'Ville
Teams participating: #1 Greenwood, #3 Christian County, #5 Owensboro Catholic, #7 North Hardin, #8 Reidland, #12 Mercy
Analysis: I don't believe this is in classic tournament format (if not, someone correct me), but it should give us a good look at how these teams would fare if they saw each other again. It is possible that these six will return to Louisville for the state tournament. Should be an interesting weekend in the 'Ville.
May Mania
Teams participating: #22 Butler, Meade County, Fern Creek, Boone County, Hopkinsville
Analysis: As with the Thrill, this doesn't seem to be the convention tournament. But I do know this: if Butler doesn't go sweeping through this field, their Upset Alert level goes up for the 6th region tournament, provided they qualify for it.
Lady Chargers Classic
Teams Participating: #2 Ryle, George Rogers Clark, North Oldham, Fairdale, Jeffersontown, Waggener, Seneca
Analysis: Here's our conventional tournament, but there should be little drama to this one. Ryle is the clear favorite here, and this should provide as a nice warmup to tournament action for the Raiders. Plus, this tournament is being held in Jeffersontown; I'm surprised more state contenders aren't rehearsing their trip to the eastern fringes of Louisville.
Pick to win: #2 Ryle
Darkhorse(s): George Rogers Clark
Check back all weekend for game and tournament reviews, along with district tournament previews and other such features that should get us ready for tournament season.
posted by Ben Osborne at
10:50 AM
10 Comments:
Ballard also is playing in the Thrill at the 'Ville, with games vs North Hardin and Floyd Central.
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Anonymous, at 11:37 AM
Is that the new Allen County strategy? If you don't think you can win put your JV in. I guess that way you have an excuse.
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Anonymous, at 11:59 AM
This chicken-ball that Bonds is subjecting fans to is the most selfish act that a coach can impose on his top notch competetive players. Athletes I know thrive on competetion and the chance to go against the best. It wouldn't suprise me to see ACS lose their edge and get pummelled by the Gators, if they even get that far. Believe me, word travels fast in the softball world and Bond is writing checks his *** can't cash.
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Anonymous, at 12:51 PM
Ryle will not play at Jeffersontown, they will play in Lexington against Heath and Dunbar.
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Anonymous, at 1:49 PM
PRP other top contender.. i really think it will be a show down between Butler who should take it and holy cross who if hits the ball will give butler a run for there money
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Anonymous, at 1:50 PM
PRP top contender.. i would say probably not.. i would say Butler who should win it and holycross who win hitting and not making errors is a pretty tough team. prp has a good pitcher but lacks experience and doesnt hit well.
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Anonymous, at 1:51 PM
Agreed Butler should sweap though the tourney.. When they play as a team they r tough and should have no problems with these teams. upset could be ferncreek
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Anonymous, at 1:52 PM
Fern Creek vs. Butler should be the game. But here's the real question: Will the 6th & 7th region champions really be a factor?
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Anonymous, at 3:17 PM
my opinion.. yes.. the 7th region is always competative.. 6th region this year should be.. 3 years ago butler was the state runner up.. this year looking at their record 20-8 they have wins vs henderson county 8-5 in which witmer was pitching.north laurel assumption and ballard and only one run loses to greendwood leyfette manual and apolo. like i said if they score there defensive is so solid they could play with anyone.
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Anonymous, at 4:34 PM
In the meede tourney butler beat meade 6-0 and boone county 4-1 without 3 starters. Meade beat fern creek but fern creeks catcher got hurt early in the game. good games.
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Anonymous, at 3:10 PM
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