Monday saw intense action in the 12th Region basketball semifinals as Somerset Briar Jumpers clinched a thrilling triple-overtime victory against Danville Christian Academy Warriors with a score of 60-57. The stage is now set for the championship game on Tuesday at 7p between Somerset Briar Jumpers and Pulaski Co. Maroons, with live coverage available on Somerset 106.1 FM & Somerset106.com.
In women’s college basketball news, Kentucky Wildcats announced the departure of head coach Kyra Elzy, concluding her four-year tenure highlighted by the team’s 2022 SEC Tournament championship. The Wildcats, finishing the 2023-2024 season with a 12-20/4-12 SEC record, will initiate a national search for a new head coach.
In additional notable news, the Kentucky Wildcats’ Reed Sheppard has been honored as the Southeastern Conference’s Freshman of the Year, underscoring his standout performance in the league. Adding to the Wildcats’ accolades, Antonio Reeves has earned a spot on the First Team All-SEC, while Rob Dillingham and Reed Sheppard have secured positions on the Second Team All-SEC roster. Furthermore, Kentucky’s Reed Sheppard, DJ Wagner, and Rob Dillingham have been recognized for their exceptional contributions by being named to the SEC All-Freshman Team. Rob Dillingham’s achievements extend further as he clinched the Sixth Man of the Year award, cementing his pivotal role off the bench for the Wildcats.
On Tuesday, catch the Cincinnati Reds Hot Stove League Show on WTLO AM 1480/97.7 FM from 7-8pm preceding the Reds’ matchup against the Chicago White Sox at 9:05p in the MLB Cactus League.
Wednesday marks the start of the Girls Sweet 16 at Rupp Arena, featuring an array of exciting matchups broadcast live on WTLO AM 1480/97.7 FM. On Thursday, attention shifts to college basketball with the WKU Hilltoppers facing off against the New Mexico State Aggies in the CUSA Tournament in Huntsville, Al. The action continues on Friday in Nashville as the No. 15 Kentucky Wildcats take on either Texas A&M or Ole Miss in the SEC Tournament, with tipoff set for 7p.
