Buckley’s Creek, Ky. — The Lawrence Co. Lady Bulldogs ( 14-12 ) held on for a 67-64 victory over Paintsville ( 11-20 ) in the quarterfinals of the 15th Region Tournament at Pike Central Monday.
After making All-District last week, freshman Jada Patton scored a career high 26 points in a Region victory over Paintsville.
Sophie Adkins and Jada Patton both poured in 26 points, Maddison Artrip tallied 7 points, Abby Maynard netted 5 points and Caroline See chipped in with 3 points.
The Dawgs hit 5 three pointers and went 14 of 27 from the free throw line.
Sophie Adkins will go down as one of the best to wear a Bulldog uniform after another huge performance against Paintsville.
Kylie Kinner scored a game high 39 points including 23 in the fourth quarter, McKinley Ramey 12 points, Emma Keeton 6 points, Addison Helton 4 points, Brooklyn Skaggs had 3 points.
The Tigers hit 10 three pointers and went 12 of 26 from the free throw line.
7th Grader Gracie Woods has been a menace on the defensive end in the postseason.
PHS 16 8 17 23 – 64
LCHS 17 15 18 17 – 67
Lawrence Co. will play Pikeville ( 17-8 ) on Thursday at 6:30 in the 15th Region Semifinals after the Panthers routed Martin Co. 47-26 in the first game Monday.
Lawrence Co. Head Coach Melinda Feltner
COACH’S COMMENTS
“… What a battle against a very tough Paintsville team. We definitely played against one of the best players in the region and was able to get one stop on her at the end that sealed the game. We shot horribly from the free throw line and we have to do better to win the next one. We are excited to be playing Thursday. Survive and advance!”
“… We’re gonna prepare for Pikeville and give everything we have to get ourselves to the championship game.. that’s the goal.”
