1. NC – Johnson Central Lady Eagles
Johnson Central continues to lead the way after winning the 2A Section 8 Tournament held in Louisa. The Lady Eagles defeated both Floyd Central and Lawrence County to claim the sectional title, further cementing their spot at the top of this week’s rankings.
2. NC – Floyd Central Lady Jags
Although the Lady Jags fell to Johnson Central, they responded in impressive fashion with a 21-point victory over the up-and-coming Belfry Lady Pirates. Floyd Central remains one of the most consistent teams in the region.
3. +1 – Pikeville Lady Panthers
One of the hottest teams in recent weeks, Pikeville has cruised through the All “A” Tournament with decisive wins over East Ridge and Shelby Valley. The Lady Panthers face a major test later tonight as they take on Paintsville in the All “A” Championship Game.
4. -1 – Paintsville Lady Tigers
Paintsville has battled its way into the All “A” Championship Game with hard-fought victories over Martin County and Betsy Layne by a combined seven points. While both games were tight, the Lady Tigers found a way to prevail and now have a chance to capture the All “A” Regional title.
5. NC – Martin County Lady Cardinals
The Lady Cardinals were eliminated from the All “A” Tournament by Paintsville after holding the lead for much of the game. Despite the loss, their performance against the Lady Tigers proved they are more than capable of competing for a regional title this season.
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Next Up
Betsy Layne Lady Cats
The Lady Cats had late opportunities in their semifinal matchup against Paintsville and narrowly missed returning to the championship game for the second straight year. Their energy and effort showed they can compete with anyone in the Top 5.
Prestonsburg Lady Blackcats
Rounding out the Next Up section are the Lady Blackcats. After a disappointing loss in the All “A,” Prestonsburg bounced back with a win over Pike Central. This team has the potential to make a strong push as the season progresses.
If the remainder of the season is anything like the first half, we’re in for a treat. We hope you’ll continue to watch along with the APSN crew as we bring you the best coverage in the mountains.
