The Scribe
11-25-2006, 06:06 PM
Ninth Region
By Dave Pugh
Special to Bluegrasspreps.com
1. Boone County- This summer Coach Nell Fookes was recognized by her coaching peers across all sports as the best coach in Northern Kentucky, in a survey compiled by the Kentucky Enquirer. Coach Fookes is looking to add to that resume as she enters her 22nd season with a talented roster returning.
The Lady Rebels will be heavily favored to repeat as region champion.
Unlike last year, where Notre Dame was the heavy favorite, the Lady Rebels will start the season at the top. However, the journey will be tough.
Boone County’s schedule includes five teams outside the region who will be ranked in the state’s top 20. Boone County returns a nice group of underclassman, including Katie Behrens, who has transferred from Holy Cross. The Rebels will be led on the perimeter, by sophomore Jacey Bradley, a dynamic point guard, who came on strong late in the season to earn the MVP of the 9th region Tourney.
Joana Switzer will be the backcourt mate of Bradley’s, and is a tenacious defender who can penetrate and the the outside jumper.
Junior Katie Behrens will add depth and talent to an already solid frontline.
There are a pair of 6’2 froncourt players in Cheryl Findley and Lacey Brasseaux. Brasseaux was particularly strong during the unlikely Rebel-run to the region title last season. In addition, Jackie Hicks will return for her senior season, and bring her double-figure average and senior leadership.
2. Notre Dame-The Pandas must overcome the departure of 3 seniors off of last year’s region runner-up.
Coach Cheryl Darpel will count of seniors Emily Drees, 6’2 and Nicole Dickman, 6’0, to lead the team.
In the backcourt, sophomore guard Casey Jackson, will lead the way, and will provide NDA with a shooting weapon from behind the arc. Katie Tierney is a 5’8 swing guard who provides athleticism, with penetration ability as well as being a three-point threat. Notre Dame will be the favored to capture the 35th District crown.
3. Newport Central Catholic-The Lady Breds will be led by all region performer in Shannon Klei, who has experience and game. Klei can score in a myriad of ways, and posses range to knock down the 3 point shot.
Whitney Cundiff, is an inside force and will be another double-figure scorer for the Lady Breds. Freshman Courtney Sandfoss will provide a fresh face in the lineup. Look for the Lady Breds to return to form this season.
4. Conner- The Lady Cougars will count on Kathryn O’Neill, a senior point guard, to wrap up the 33rd District.
Expectations are high in Hebron and second year coach Kim Warfield returns four starters to the lineup. Joining O’Neill in the backcourt will be Stevie Stellman, who is a solid contributor.
Stephanie Hodges will provide versatility from the small forward position. The post position will be anchored by Allison Fancher. The Cougars could be the surprise team in the region this year with all the experience returning from a 14-13 squad.
5. Holmes- The Lady Dogs will be lead by junior Christina Weaver, who is one of the most well-rounded players in the region. Weaver, averaged 14 ppg, along with 8 boards to go along with 2 steals per game.
The point guard spot will belong to Danielle Slade who is a solid distributor of the basketball. The Dogs season could hinge on the development of 6’1, freshman center Brittany Webb. Head coach Celeste Hill’s team should provide a challenge to NDA for the district title.
Top Players
1. Tamara Sneed- Newport
2. Shannon Klei- NCC
3. Nicole Dickman- Notre Dame
4. Jackie Hicks- Boone County
5. Jacey Bradley- Boone County
By Dave Pugh
Special to Bluegrasspreps.com
1. Boone County- This summer Coach Nell Fookes was recognized by her coaching peers across all sports as the best coach in Northern Kentucky, in a survey compiled by the Kentucky Enquirer. Coach Fookes is looking to add to that resume as she enters her 22nd season with a talented roster returning.
The Lady Rebels will be heavily favored to repeat as region champion.
Unlike last year, where Notre Dame was the heavy favorite, the Lady Rebels will start the season at the top. However, the journey will be tough.
Boone County’s schedule includes five teams outside the region who will be ranked in the state’s top 20. Boone County returns a nice group of underclassman, including Katie Behrens, who has transferred from Holy Cross. The Rebels will be led on the perimeter, by sophomore Jacey Bradley, a dynamic point guard, who came on strong late in the season to earn the MVP of the 9th region Tourney.
Joana Switzer will be the backcourt mate of Bradley’s, and is a tenacious defender who can penetrate and the the outside jumper.
Junior Katie Behrens will add depth and talent to an already solid frontline.
There are a pair of 6’2 froncourt players in Cheryl Findley and Lacey Brasseaux. Brasseaux was particularly strong during the unlikely Rebel-run to the region title last season. In addition, Jackie Hicks will return for her senior season, and bring her double-figure average and senior leadership.
2. Notre Dame-The Pandas must overcome the departure of 3 seniors off of last year’s region runner-up.
Coach Cheryl Darpel will count of seniors Emily Drees, 6’2 and Nicole Dickman, 6’0, to lead the team.
In the backcourt, sophomore guard Casey Jackson, will lead the way, and will provide NDA with a shooting weapon from behind the arc. Katie Tierney is a 5’8 swing guard who provides athleticism, with penetration ability as well as being a three-point threat. Notre Dame will be the favored to capture the 35th District crown.
3. Newport Central Catholic-The Lady Breds will be led by all region performer in Shannon Klei, who has experience and game. Klei can score in a myriad of ways, and posses range to knock down the 3 point shot.
Whitney Cundiff, is an inside force and will be another double-figure scorer for the Lady Breds. Freshman Courtney Sandfoss will provide a fresh face in the lineup. Look for the Lady Breds to return to form this season.
4. Conner- The Lady Cougars will count on Kathryn O’Neill, a senior point guard, to wrap up the 33rd District.
Expectations are high in Hebron and second year coach Kim Warfield returns four starters to the lineup. Joining O’Neill in the backcourt will be Stevie Stellman, who is a solid contributor.
Stephanie Hodges will provide versatility from the small forward position. The post position will be anchored by Allison Fancher. The Cougars could be the surprise team in the region this year with all the experience returning from a 14-13 squad.
5. Holmes- The Lady Dogs will be lead by junior Christina Weaver, who is one of the most well-rounded players in the region. Weaver, averaged 14 ppg, along with 8 boards to go along with 2 steals per game.
The point guard spot will belong to Danielle Slade who is a solid distributor of the basketball. The Dogs season could hinge on the development of 6’1, freshman center Brittany Webb. Head coach Celeste Hill’s team should provide a challenge to NDA for the district title.
Top Players
1. Tamara Sneed- Newport
2. Shannon Klei- NCC
3. Nicole Dickman- Notre Dame
4. Jackie Hicks- Boone County
5. Jacey Bradley- Boone County