On Thursday, high school baseball saw Somerset secure a 7-2 victory against East Jessamine, while Pulaski County triumphed over Clinton County with a commanding 10-1 win. Somerset Christian School also emerged victorious with an 8-5 win over Berea. In high school softball action, the Somerset Lady Briar Jumpers claimed a 9-7 victory over Wayne Co., while West Jessamine dominated with a 12-1 win against the Southwestern Lady Warriors.
In MLB’s Cactus League, the Texas Rangers defeated the Cincinnati Reds 7-4. Looking ahead to Friday, the Reds are set to take on the Kansas City Royals at 4:05p ET.
The Girls Sweet 16 Basketball Tournament at Rupp Arena showcased thrilling matchups on Thursday, including Bethlehem’s 56-49 win over Pikeville, Henderson County’s 43-39 victory against Owensboro, Sacred Heart’s 57-46 triumph over Clark County, and Cooper’s narrow 65-63 win over Danville Christian Academy.
Friday’s schedule promises more excitement with Bowling Green facing McCracken Co. at 11a, Butler taking on Franklin Co. at 1:30p, Sacred Heart battling Bethlehem at 6p, and Cooper challenging Henderson County at 8:30p. The semifinals are set for Saturday at 11a and 1:30p, with the Championship game at 7:30p. Fans can catch all the action live on WTLO AM1480/97.7 FM.
In college basketball, the CUSA Tournament in Huntsville, AL, saw the WKU Hilltoppers dominate the New Mexico State Aggies with an impressive 89-69 victory. In the second round on Friday at 3p, the Hilltoppers will face off against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders, with live coverage on CBS Sports Network.
Meanwhile, in the SEC Tournament in Nashville, the No. 15 Kentucky Wildcats (23-8/13-5 SEC) are set to open tournament play against the Texas A&M Aggies at 7p on SEC Network.
