Sectional Preview: 53
The coming high school season is almost upon us. With that, we are taking a look at each Sectional in the state. Starting with 64 and ending with 1. Today, we are previewing Sectional 53.
Attica (8-15) – Lost 1st Rd. Sectionals
Attica could have easily been 14-9 or 5-18 last year with the amount of close games they played. They only lost three players due to graduation and they look to be about as good as they were last year this year. They are going to have to be more consistent in their play to contend.
Faith Christian (12-12) – Lost 2nd Rd. Sectionals
Faith Christian is getting ready for a down year. They lost all but three players that contributed any meaningful play time and that will show this year. Even though they are in a weaker sectional, they still may struggle this year adjusting to the losses on the team.
North Vermillion (8-19) – Lost 1st Rd. Regionals
North Vermillion won sectionals last year after winning six games in the regular season. They lose their leading scorer but return everyone else. With a year under their belt they should be better and will produce more wins this year with a young but experienced roster.
Riverton Parke (13-12) – Lost Sectional Finals
Riverton lost a lot of talent last year with their star player, Caleb Dickey, graduating but they return enough to still be pretty decent this year. They have a lot of shooters and with the weak area this year, they could win double digit games again. Their win totals will always be tainted by playing much bigger schools.
Rockville (13-12) – Lost Sectional Finals
Rockville struggled a bit last year after getting off to a quick start. They have some players who can play and can shoot the ball really well. It will be interesting to see how they play early in the year especially after losing two of their best players.
Turkey Run (10-11) – Lost 1st Rd. Sectionals
Turkey Run lost a ton of talent last year and they will again be at the bottom of the cellar in their conference. They are going to struggle mightily this year and won’t have any real shot at getting to double digit wins this year. A rebuilding year for Turkey Run.
Contenders For 2017-18: Attica, North Vermillion, Rockville
Prediction: North Vermillion
Player to Watch: Hunter Michalic (Rockville)