KHSAA State Sweet 16 ~ Wednesday Session, Pt. 1

Jeremy Hobbs

March 23, 2022 @ 10:06 AM

Prep Hoops Staff was in attendance for the Sweet 16 games hosted at Rupp Arena on the campus of the University of Kentucky. After two consecutive years of battling ongoing Covid challenges, the tournament was back in full force. We bring you coverage of the best players from each session.   Region 6 Champion Jeffersontown Chargers (5A) Regular & postseason record: 23-8 vs Region 12 Champion Lincoln County Patriots (4A) Regular & postseason record: 28-7   Jeffersontown - Senior Forward, [player_tooltip player_id="1065571" first="Lavonte" last="Harris"] (PH Ranking #46) Harris is an athletic, agile forward that plays hard on both ends of the court. In a game that saw combined 57 rebounds up for grabs, Harris outworked most players on the court and ended up with 11 total rebounds. Jeffersontown - Sophomore Guard, [player_tooltip player_id="1258402" first="Drae" last="Vasser"] (PH Ranking #11) Vasser is the primary ball-handler and playmaker for Coach Duncan’s team. He had a slow time getting going but came on strong in the second half. He was much more active on offense and played the top line in the press defense. Vasser had a strong drive to the basket late in the game and completed a reverse layup. Vasser ended the game with 8 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists. Lincoln County - Junior Guard, Colton Ralston (Unranked in PH) Ralston is a dead-eye shooter around the perimeter. But his high basketball IQ gives his team another offensive weapon to keep the ball moving and generate open shots for teammates. Ralston started the game hot with 7 quick points then turned into the closer knocking down the go-ahead, deep 3-pointer late in the game to secure the victory. Lincoln County - Senior Wing, Clayton Davis (Unranked in PH) Davis is primarily a role player that comes off the bench but due to recent injuries for the Patriots, he has been getting more time on the court. Davis is an outstanding football athlete and has turned into a valuable asset for Coach Jackson this season. Davis overcame early foul trouble to contribute 9 points and 5 rebounds.   Region 3 Champion Muhlenburg County Mustangs (5A) Regular & postseason record: 17-11 vs Region 8 Champion North Oldham Mustangs (4A) Regular & postseason record: 17-12   Muhlenburg County - Senior Guard, [player_tooltip player_id="926914" first="Trey" last="Lovell"] (PH Ranking #50) Lovell is the primary, lead guard, responsible for creating most of the offensive movement throughout the game. He is a poised guard with good court awareness. Lovell finds driving lanes from every angle and attacks the paint relentlessly. He played virtually every minute and had a strong drive to the rim at the end of the game but couldn’t convert the basket. North Oldham - Junior Forward, [player_tooltip player_id="1346652" first="Luke" last="Anderson"] (PH Ranking #11) Anderson was a beast all game. His size and athleticism were on full display throughout the contest. He was active on the offensive end with multiple tip-ins and a transition dunk. Defensively, he ended the game with 7 blocks including several around the paint. North Oldham - Junior Guard, [player_tooltip player_id="932769" first="Dallas" last="Roberts"] (PH Ranking #12) Roberts got the offense going early with a drive in the paint and a deep 3-pointer. He has a wide range of offensive skills that showcase his ranking as one of the top guards in the state. Roberts finished with 10 points.   Make sure you are following<a href="https://twitter.com/prephoopsky"> @PrepHoopsKY</a> on Twitter for weekly top games & top performers!