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As the 2024-25 Kentucky high school basketball season progresses, St. Xavier and Great Crossing lead the rankings. With their impressive records, both teams are looking strong for the upcoming Sweet 16 title at Rupp Arena. Other teams like Marshall County and South Oldham are also making headlines with their stellar performances. The competition is fierce, and fans can expect exciting playoff action as the district semifinals approach.

Exciting Times in Kentucky High School Basketball!

As the heart of the 2024-25 Kentucky high school basketball season continues, excitement is on the rise as teams set their sights on the coveted Sweet 16 title at Rupp Arena. The latest On3 Composite Rankings reveal that St. Xavier and Great Crossing are still basking in the glory of their top two rankings!

St. Xavier’s Dominance

With an impressive record of 27-2, St. Xavier is making waves this season. Just the other day, they defeated Brown with a jaw-dropping score of 101-35. Talk about a confidence booster! With a staggering 16 consecutive wins under their belt, the team has also snagged a spot at No. 44 nationally. This powerhouse looks ready to take on any challenge thrown their way in the upcoming games.

Great Crossing Shines

Not too far behind, Great Crossing boasts a record of 27-4. They recently showcased their skills by trouncing Frankfort 74-35. Before that, they lit up the scoreboard with a sensational performance, racking up 99 points in a victory against Madison Southern, winning by a phenomenal 62 points. One of the stars on this team is Malachi Moreno, a talented center who is a signee for Kentucky, helping elevate the team’s game to extraordinary levels.

More Teams Making Headlines

Moving on to other talented contenders, Frederick Douglass is enjoying a fab season with a record of 22-3, thanks to recent wins over Sayre and Tates Creek. Not to be outdone, Covington Catholic has a solid 21-8 record, winning six of their last eight battles. Dupont Manual is on fire too, with a winning streak of seven straight games and a record of 23-5, which includes a blowout victory of 82-27 against Portland Christian.

Keeping up with the elite, Marshall County is making headlines with their stunning 27-1 record, following a 90-56 win over Christian Fellowship. Meanwhile, George Rogers Clark has been putting the pedal to the metal, amassing an astonishing 161 points in their last two games, securing a record of 25-4.

The Success of South Oldham and Cooper

Hot on their heels is South Oldham, who has been winning consistently with an overall record of 26-4 and a delightful eight-game winning streak. Right alongside them, Cooper is claiming notoriety with a record of 18-5. They’ve won an astonishing 13 of their last 14 games after defeating Dixie Heights 61-52.

Ryle’s Journey to the Tournament

Looking toward the playoffs, Ryle is feeling good about their chances, sporting a record of 22-6 after a successful outing against Conner with a score of 74-59. With senior forward Landon Lorms needing just nine more points to break the team’s career scoring record, there’s plenty of anticipation surrounding his upcoming games!

Diverse Regional Competition

In addition to these strong squads, other teams successfully clinched their places in the district semifinals, including Cooper, Lloyd, Dixie Heights, Covington Catholic, Holy Cross, Newport, and Highlands. Every game is crucial as the teams work towards the end of the season.

Girls’ Basketball Action

And we cannot forget about the girls’ 37th District title game, where Brossart triumphed over Campbell County in a nail-biting finish, winning 64-63 in overtime. What a thrilling game that must have been!

As the season progresses, basketball fans across Kentucky can expect more high-flying action and drama on the court. Stay tuned for more updates as we edge closer to the Sweet 16 showdown!

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