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Greenwood Defeats Edmonson County, 71-60  Daniel Woosely (4) and Chaz Wilson (22) fight for a rebound against Greenwood. Darren Doyle, story: Alyssa Doyle, photos: Edmonson County held their own against a much bigger Greenwood Gator team for three quarters, but a huge run by the Gators in the final quarter was too much for the Cats to overcome as they fell 71-60. The Wildcats were coming off a huge district win over Grayson County at home the night before on senior night where Dalton Decker reached milestones of joining the school's 1000 point club and making his 100th career three-pointer. Decker paced the Wildcats tonight with 22 points. Mason Pierce and Chaz Wilson added 10 points each. Eli Booker added 6, Daniel Woosley had 5, Trent Taylor had 3, and Gavin Rose and Nick Clemmons each had 2.  Gavin Rose drives against a Grayson County defender. Edmonson County is now 12-14 on the season. Their focus now is the District 12 Tournament, where they are scheduled to face Grayson County on Tuesday night in Grayson County at approximately 7:45. 
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 Katie Lindsey dribbles against Greenwood defenders. Darren Doyle, story: Alyssa Doyle, photos: A strong defensive effort helped the Lady Cats get an early lead and fend off a big third quarter run from the Greenwood Lady Gators Friday night in Bowling Green in a 53-40 Edmonson County win. It was the fourth win in six days for Edmonson County. The Lady Cats held the Lady Gators to only one basket in the first quarter, taking a 17-2 lead going into the second. Greenwood finally started putting some offense on the board but their early deficit allowed Edmonson County to take a 30-15 lead into the locker room at the half.  Emma Rose Vincent (30) drives against Greenwood's Anne Lasley (23). Greenwood came out strong in the third quarter with defensive pressure. Edmonson County forced a few shots and committed some turnovers, which allowed the Lady Gators to cut the lead to 36-28 in a Greenwood 17-6 quarter. Strong drives and good ball handling helped the Lady Cats the rest of the way and a few foul shots in the final couple minutes sealed the win for Edmonson County. The Lady Cats were led by Katie Lindsey's 16 points and 5 assists. Lauren Ballance added 12 and 6 rebounds, and Emma Rose Vincent had 10 points and 5 rebounds. Macie McCombs had 7 points, Lily Jayne Vincent had 4 points, Madison Harrison added 2 points and 9 rebounds, and Paige Wolfe had 2 points Edmonson County is now 18-10 on the season. They will now prepare for the District 12 Tournament, where they have the number one seed. They are scheduled to take on Whitesville-Trinity in the first game on Monday with a 6pm tip off. The Lady Cats have the opportunity to be the only girls' team in school history to win three consecutive district championships.  School's Only Baseball Regional Champions Recognized At ECHS  Coaches and members of the 1982 and 1983 Wildcat Baseball Regional Champions. Darren Doyle, story: Alyssa Doyle, photos: Members of the 1982 and 1983 Edmonson County High School Baseball Regional Championship teams gathered at ECHS last night for a ceremony in their honor. The teams' head coach Mike Houchin and assistant coach Ricky Houchin were both present along with several members of each team.  Assistant Coach Ricky Houchin (L) and Head Coach Mike Houchin with their commemorative posters and baseballs.  Glendale Meredith presents coaches with authentic baseballs from the championship games. Those in attendance that were recognized were:
Both coaches were also presented commemorative team posters for each year. All participants were also treated to a special reception afterwards, compliments of Scott Lindsey and Rafferty's.  Photo Slideshow of All 28 Seniors and Their Families Alyssa Doyle, photos: The 2020 winter sports senior night ceremony was held at ECHS last night between the girls and boys basketball games. Twenty-eight seniors and their families were recognized at center court for their contributions to Edmonson County sports and programs this year. Seniors from archery, pep band, cheer, and basketball were honored. The following seniors were recognized along with their families:
 Edmonson Wins 53-41 On Senior Night  Wildcats Senior Dalton Decker (1) scored his 1000th point for Edmonson County last night against Grayson County. Darren Doyle, story: Alyssa Doyle, photos: It was a big night for Edmonson County basketball on Thursday against Grayson County in a girl/boy doubleheader at ECHS. It was senior night for four Lady Cats and seven Wildcats, and after a dominating performance by Edmonson's girls, who drew the top seed for the district tournament, the boys took the court for the final district match of the season. Edmonson County's Dalton Decker needed only 11 points to reach the 1,000 point club for the Wildcats, which came with 5:56 in the third quarter. Edmonson was leading 27-16 when Decker nailed a three pointer. The Wildcats called a 30 second timeout as Decker was recognized and presented the game ball. After being congratulated by coaching staff and teammates, Decker ran the ball over to the stands and gave to his parents. Decker said while he knew the milestone was attainable at last night's game, the focus was beating the Cougars. "Obviously getting 1000 is awesome, it's a great feeling, but coming into the game, it was about Grayson County," he said. Grayson County is who we wanted to beat, and to beat them by the margin we did was awesome. On senior night, too. Everything was great tonight." Decker said he realized the Grayson County will be seeking revenge when the Cats face them again at their home gym next week for the district tournament. "It's going to be their home crowd and they're used to their court, but after tonight, they definitely know what to expect and we're going to bring it even harder than we did tonight," he said.  Decker presents the game ball to his parents, Rickey and Tara Decker after his 1000th point. Edmonson County led 11-9 as the first quarter was winding down but the Cougars took the lead on a last-second half court shot, 12-11 as the quarter expired. The second quarter would be the difference maker as the Wildcats went on a 16-2 run and held a 13 point lead at halftime. The pace of the game stayed about the same through the second half and the Wildcats went on to win. Decker's 16 points led the Wildcats while Chaz Wilson's 15 points and 11 rebounds also impressed. Mason Pierce added 9 points and 9 rebounds, Nick Clemmons and Eli Booker each added 6 points, and Trent Taylor added 1. It was the final home game for seven Wildcat seniors: Decker, Clemmons, Pierce, Booker, Taylor, Luke Meredith, and Houston Vincent. Edmonson County will head to Greenwood tonight for the final regular season game of 2019-20. They are scheduled to play the Cougars again in the first round of the District 12 Tournament at Grayson County on Tuesday at approximately 7:45pm.  |