News Summary

The 2024 Kentucky Boys’ High School Basketball Sweet 16 Tournament is set to take place from March 26 to 29 at Rupp Arena in Lexington. Sixteen teams will compete in a thrilling winner-take-all format. Tickets are available online, and all games will be streamed live. Notably, the defending champions, Lyon County, did not qualify this year, leaving room for new contenders. The tournament promises high-energy action, showcasing talented players and exciting matchups as teams vie for the championship title.

Excitement Builds for the Kentucky Boys’ High School Basketball Sweet 16 Tournament in Lexington

Lexington is buzzing with excitement as the countdown begins for the 2024 Kentucky Boys’ High School Basketball Sweet 16 Tournament! Sixteen talented teams will compete at the iconic Rupp Arena from March 26 to 29, bringing high-energy action and unforgettable moments to fans of all ages.

The Path to Glory

The tournament’s format will follow a thrilling winner-take-all, single-elimination style, ensuring that every game is filled with nail-biting drama. The anticipation has been building, especially after the final two regional championships were wrapped up on Wednesday night, completing the lineup of teams. Just two days prior, four championships were decided, adding to the excitement generated throughout last week when ten other teams secured their spots.

Mark Your Calendars!

The first-round games kick off on March 26 and 27, followed by the quarterfinals taking place on March 28. The stakes rise even higher on March 29 when the semifinals and championship game crown the ultimate champion for the state of Kentucky!

Ticket Information

If you’re looking to catch the action live, tickets can be purchased online at KHSAA.org. Make sure to grab yours early to witness the excitement unfold right in front of your eyes.

Broadcast Information

Can’t make it to the arena? Don’t worry! All the games will be streamed live on NFHSnetwork.com. Just remember, a subscription is required to watch all the action.

Defending Champions Out!

In a surprising twist this year, Lyon County High School, the reigning state champions, won’t be defending their title. They faced a tough match and lost 59-55 to Henderson County in the 2nd Region semifinals. That’s basketball for you, fast and unpredictable!

Meet the Contenders

Here’s a quick rundown of the teams vying for the title this year:

  • Bowling Green (4th Region)
  • Montgomery County (10th Region)
  • Henderson County (2nd Region)
  • Adair County (5th Region)
  • South Oldham (8th Region)
  • Cooper (9th Region)
  • Calloway County (1st Region)
  • Daviess County (3rd Region)
  • Jeffersontown (6th Region)
  • St. Xavier (7th Region)
  • Great Crossing (11th Region)
  • Danville Christian (12th Region)
  • North Laurel (13th Region)
  • Breathitt County (14th Region)
  • Lawrence County (15th Region)
  • Ashland Blazer (16th Region)

Returning Contenders

This year, only three schools from last year’s Sweet 16 will return: Great Crossing, Adair County, and Ashland Blazer. This certainly shakes up the expectations as new talent hits the court.

All-Star Players

Also in the spotlight are the rising stars competing for the 2025 Kentucky Mr. Basketball award. The lineup includes some talented players you won’t want to miss:

  • Jonah Butler (Calloway County)
  • Zander Carter (Ashland Blazer)
  • Andy Johnson (Cooper)
  • Connor Loy (Adair County)
  • Malachi Moreno (Great Crossing)

Out of these, Malachi Moreno has been rated as a top recruit nationally and will be staying close to home with a commitment to the University of Kentucky. Andy Johnson will take his talents to Illinois-Chicago.

First Round Game Schedule

Get your alarms set! Here are the first-round matchups:

March 26:
  • 11 a.m.: Bowling Green vs. Adair County
  • 1:30 p.m.: Jeffersontown vs. St. Xavier
  • 6 p.m.: South Oldham vs. Danville Christian
  • 8:30 p.m.: Ashland Blazer vs. Calloway County
March 27:
  • 11 a.m.: North Laurel vs. Breathitt County
  • 1:30 p.m.: Lawrence County vs. Montgomery County
  • 6 p.m.: Daviess County vs. Great Crossing
  • 8:30 p.m.: Henderson County vs. Cooper

Quarterfinals and Semifinals

Then it’s on to the quarterfinals on March 28 and the semifinals scheduled for March 29. The championship game is set for 7:30 p.m. on the same day, where the journey for glory will culminate in one epic showdown!

With so much talent and intensity lined up, the Kentucky Boys’ High School Basketball Sweet 16 promises to be a thrilling event that you won’t want to miss!

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