Simon Kenton lost the 8th Region championship game, 57-51, to Spencer County, who outscored the Pioneers 15-2 in the final minutes.
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Boys 32nd District championship: Fast start helps Simon Kenton to consecutive crowns
Simon Kenton used an early 12-0 run, led by tournament MVP Jay Bilton, and a 28-point performance from Travis Krohman to defeat Walton-Verona 62-46 and repeat as 32nd District champions.
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Boys 32nd District semifinal: Simon Kenton pulls away from Williamstown in fourth quarter
Simon Kenton pulled away from Williamstown in the fourth quarter to win 69-54 and reach their second straight district championship game.
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Simon Kenton girls dominate final tune-up for postseason
Simon Kenton dominated Newport Central Catholic 59-26, led by Brynli Pernell and Haylie Webb, to gain momentum for the postseason.
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Simon Kenton girls explode in second half to advance in Girls 32nd District Tournament
The Simon Kenton (16-13) and Walton-Verona (16-14) girls basketball teams normally meet for the 32nd District championship. With Grant County knocking off both during the regular season, it meant the two met in the 32nd District semifinals on Monday trying to keep their seasons alive for the first time since 2017. After a tight game […]
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Monday NKY HS hoops roundup: Simon Kenton girls grab attention earning win over Montgomery Co.
The Simon Kenton Pioneers girls basketball team (12-10) earned a 73-50 home victory over the Montgomery County Indians (16-9). The Pioneers made 40 percent of their shots including 11-of-20 from three-point range and 20-of-25 free throws. Eighth grade point guard Brynli Pernell led Simon Kenton with 19 points with senior forward Emilee Eggleston and freshman […]
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Thursday NKY HS hoops round-up: Simon Kenton boys best Henry Clay in AIT semifinals
The Simon Kenton Pioneers (9-3) took down the Henry Clay Blue Devils (7-4) in the semifinal game of the Ashland Invitational Tournament and will play 8th Region rival Collins (11-1) for the championship at 7 p.m., Friday. Simon Kenton shot a blistering 58 percent from the field including 10-of-20 from three-point range and 60 percent […]
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Friday NKY HS round-up: Simon Kenton boys upset North Oldham
The Simon Kenton Pioneers boys basketball team (3-1 overall) earned a huge 56-48 win over the defending 8th Region champion North Oldham Mustangs (4-1). Simon Kenton put three players in double figures. Junior guard Travis Krohman led the way scoring 25 points. Senior 7-foot-3 center/forward Gabe Dynes scored 15 and sophomore point guard Jay Bilton […]