In the recent high school basketball matchups broadcast live on Somerset 106.1 FM & Somerset106.com, the Pulaski Co. Lady Maroons dominated Somerset Lady Briar Jumpers with a score of 56-19, while the boys’ game saw Somerset narrowly defeating Pulaski County with a score of 49-47. Other notable results include the Southwestern Lady Warriors securing a close victory against Danville at 63-60 and the Southwestern boys’ team overcoming McCreary Central with a score of 55-54. Model also claimed a victory of 76-58 against Somerset Christian School, and Pulaski County Lady Maroons defeated Mercy with a score of 56-46.
Moving to college basketball, the No. 14 Kentucky Wildcats achieved a hard-fought victory against the No. 9 North Carolina Tar Heels with a final score of 87-83. Rob Dillingham led the Wildcats with 17 points. Looking ahead, Kentucky Wildcats are set to face the Louisville Cardinals on Thursday. On the same day, the WKU Hilltoppers secured a narrow win against Austin Peay Governors at 65-64, extending their winning streak. Don McHenry led the Hilltoppers with 16 points. WKU will face Cal Baptist Lancers on Tuesday.
In the NFL, the Cincinnati Bengals pulled off an impressive comeback against the Minnesota Vikings, securing a 27-24 overtime victory. The game featured a stellar performance by QB Jake Browning, who orchestrated three fourth-quarter touchdowns and the decisive drive in overtime. Looking forward, the Bengals are scheduled to face the Pittsburgh Steelers.
On the college football front, the WKU Hilltoppers are gearing up for the Famous Toastery Bowl against Old Dominion Monarchs. The Hilltoppers, with a record of 7-5, have been consistent contenders in bowl games, having won four of their last five. The matchup against Old Dominion holds significance as WKU leads the overall series 6-1, including a notable victory in 2021.
Monday Night NFL featured a game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Seattle Seahawks, with kickoff set for 8:15 p.m. on ABC/ESPN. The weekend also saw the Kentucky Wildcats women’s basketball team securing a victory against Furman with a score of 75-45. Saniya Tyler and Ajae Petty played pivotal roles in the win. The Wildcats are poised to face Lipscomb next on Thursday at Rupp Arena.
