Pikeville, Ky — The Lawrence Co. Boys ( 24-8 ) were ousted from the 15th region tournament by Pikeville 76-65 on Wednesday at the Appalachian Wireless Arena.
Andrew Bloomfield drives baseline for a basket in the 15th Region tournament Wednesday.
Andrew Bloomfield led the Bulldogs with 20 points, Logan Ratliff hit 5 three pointers and finished with 19 points, Hayden Perry tallied 15 points including 3 three pointers, Luke Fetherolf added 7 points and Blake Marcum chipped in with 4 points.
Logan Ratliff knocks down one of his 5 three pointers against Pikeville.
Lawrence Co. hit 9 three pointers and went 6 for 6 from the charity stripe.
Pikeville was led by Eli Johnson with 25 points, Charlie Fitzer and Carter Hurley had 17 points each, Ian Onslet 7 points Cole Slone and Heath Jarrell had 5 points each.
The Panthers hit 8 three pointers and went 12 of 17 from the free throw line.
Hayden Perry with the contested three pointer over Heath Jarrell of Pikeville.
LCHS 13 9 19 21 = 76
PHS 23 13 18 25 = 65
The Panthers ( 22-4 ) will face Martin Co. in the first semifinal on Saturday night at 7:00 after the Cardinals beat Betsy Layne in the second game Wednesday 67-60.
Lawrence Co. loses four seniors but returns some nice talent in Hayden Perry, Luke Fetherolf, Gunnar Woods and Braxton Davis.
Head Coach Chandler Thompson talked to his team during a break in the action during the 15th Region Tournament.
Lawrence Co. Head Coach Chandler Thompson
COACH’S COMMENTS
“… It’s never fun to see a season like this come to an end. This group was a pleasure to coach and made every second of this season enjoyable. Their heart and effort allowed them to win 24 games and I am very thankful that I was able to be along for the ride.
“…To our seniors, I can’t thank you enough for your effort and leadership. Those qualities will carry you a long way in life. Thank you for everything!”
