15 threes help beat Rockets at WCHS

DIXON, Ky. – Webster County’s long-range aerial bombardment of three pointers Friday night punched the lights out early as Crittenden County fell 73-30 on the road.

The Trojans dropped 15 treys en route to the blowout victory, their sixth straight victory over the Rockets dating back to 2022. Webster improved 10-15 on the season.

Meanwhile, the Rockets got double-digit scoring from Coby LaRue, who led the team with 10 points. CCHS is 0-25 on the season. 

Crittenden County 3 14 20 30
Webster County 20 34 55 73
CRITTENDEN – LaRue 10, Porter 6, Dayberry 3, Cowsert, Stevenson, Poindexter 2, Ellington 4, Murray, Jones 2, B.Poindexter 3, Myers. 3-pointers 4 (LaRue 3, Dayberry). FT 9-9.
WEBSTER – Bardwell 14, Pumps 4, Hardison, Davis 14, McDyer 10, Phelps 5, Alstadt 13, Newton 1, Hardrick 4, Messamore 2. 3-pointers 15. FT 6-12.

Lady Rockets lose by 10 to Henderson County

MARION, Ky. – Once under the hump it can be difficult to get over it. And so it was Thursday as Crittenden County fell behind early and was never able to fully close the gap down stretch in a 70-60 home loss to Henderson County.

It was a showdown of the region’s top two teams based on KHSAA RPI power ratings, but Crittenden was playing less than full strength with guard Elliot Evans still out with an ankle injury. Despite the loss, the Lady Rockets made a game of it, closing to within four points in the second half.

CCHS jumped out to a 6-0 lead after the jump, but the Lady Colonels (22-4) reeled off a 15-0 run that proved too deep for Crittenden to overcome. HCHS got several second and third chance buckets in the first half and led by as many as 15 before Crittenden rallied late in the opening half and settled for a seven-point halftime deficit.

An offensive spurt in the third allowed CCHS (19-7) to move to within four right before Henderson reeled off the fatal blow with a run that put it ahead by 18 heading into the final frame. There, however, Crittenden closed the gap and coach Shannon Hodge appeared somewhat content that her girls were able to make a game of it down the stretch.

Anna Boone led three Crittenden girls in double-figure scoring with 19 points. Jordyn Hodge had 18 and Andrea Federico a dozen.

It was the first time in 10 years that Crittenden had played so closely with Henderson, yet it was the first time this season that the Lady Rockets had lost two straight. The teams could very well meet again in the regional tournament.

CCHS plays at home against Hopkinsville Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. 

Henderson Co. 22 38 58 70
Crittenden Co. 13 31 42 60
HENDERSON – Locher 7, Hall 2, Gish, Kemp 4, Rideout 22, Cansler 9, Green 19, Gibson 7. 3-pointers 5 (Cansler 3, Gibson, Locher). FT 7-7.
CRITTENDEN – Boone 19, Hodge 18, Federico 12, Rushing 5, Stewart 1, Holeman 5, Berry, Champion. 3-pointers 4 (Hodge 2, Holeman, Rushing). FT 16-22.

Lady Rockets still looking for No. 20

 MORTON'S GAP – The road to 20 wins will be no easier in the coming days as that elusive mark remains just out of reach for the Lady Rockets, who lost 55-35 on the road Tuesday at Hopkins Central.

Crittenden County (19-6) was outmaneuvered at every angle, falling behind by 10 in the first half and 15 in the third period. Hopkins Central’s size was an advantage on the offensive boards, and Crittenden missed some shots in the paint early and finished with just one three-pointer – Bristyn Rushing’s first shot of the game ­– which briefly gave Crittenden its only lead at 3-2.

Junior Anna Boone led CCHS with 14 points as the only Lady Rocket in double figures.

The girls host Henderson County on Thursday before playing Hopkinsville and Madisonville. Getting that 20th win won’t be easy down the stretch. 

Crittenden County 12 20 33 35

Hopkins Central 14 31 47 55

CRITTENDEN – Boone 11, Hodge 8, Federico 2, Rusning 7, Stewart 2, Holeman, Berry 2, Matthews, Champion, Grau, Rich. 3-pointers 1 (Rushing). FT 10-11.

HOPKINS CENTRAL – Cotton 5, White 15, Marsh 3, Menser 6, Mason 8, Dulin 20. 3-pointers 3. FT 2-4.

10 threes not enough at Caldwell County

PRINCETON, Ky. – At Caldwell County on Tuesday, Crittenden County managed only a couple of two-point field goals but buried 10 threes in a losing effort. 

The Rockets lost for the 24th straight time, falling 94-39 to the Tigers (16-9). Caldwell has now beaten the Rockets in four straight encounters. Crittenden County freshman Coby LaRue hit five threes and scored 17 points, while freshman Drake Young knocked down four threes and finished with 12 points. 

The Rockets play at Webster County on Friday.

Crittenden County 10 19 28 39
Caldwell County 27 58 76 94
CRITTENDEN – LaRue 17, Porter, Young 12, Candelario 3, Mratin, Dayberry, Stevenson, C.Poindexter 6, Jones, B.Poindexter, Myers 1, Topp. 3-pointers 10 (LaRue 5, Young 4, Candelario). FT 5-10.
CALDWELL  ­–  Parker 2, Aikins 9, Rowland 14, Wilson 16, Whittington 10, Ka.Wilson 4, Spikes 3, Boyd 2, Roach 6, Wells 11, Lander 13, Ke.Wilson 2, Maddux 2. 3-pointers 8. FT 16-21.

Rocket lose to Hickman County at RA

 MARION, Ky. – Hickman County surged ahead in the second half to defeat Crittenden County 80-41 in a matchup where both teams found success from beyond the arc. Hickman relied on a balanced attack, with four players scoring in double digits, to overwhelm the Rockets as the game progressed.

Hickman (7-17) led 24-17 after a fast-paced opening quarter, with both teams trading baskets and three-pointers. By halftime, Hickman had stretched its advantage to 40-23 and continued to pull away in the second half.

Crittenden County, still searching for its first win after 23 games, was led by Jay Stevenson and Junior Cowsert with seven points apiece. The Rockets were without center Brayden Poindexter, who missed the game due to a head injury sustained the night before against Dawson Springs.

Hickman County 24 40 66 80
Crittenden County 17 23 31 41
HICKMAN – Rosas 8, Dowdy 2, Burpo 15, Crumble 2, Byassee 1, DeWeese 3, Fulcher 2, Irons 14, Boaz 9, Grimmitt 3, Newton 19, L.Grimmitt 2. 3-pointers 8. FT 8-10.
CRITTENDEN – LaRue 3, Porter 4, Cowsert 7, Stevenson 7, Young 5, Candelario 6, Dayberry 3, C.Poindexter 3, Ellington 3, Martin, Jones, Myers, Topp. 3-pointers 8 (LaRue, Cowsert, Dayberry, Young, Candelario 2, C.Poindexer, Ellington). FT 1-2.

Hodge leads late comeback at Union

MORGANFIELD, Ky. – With two hands tied behind their backs in the final two and a half minutes Saturday night at Union County, the Lady Rockets still found a way to win, 51-46.

Crittenden County, now 19-5, has beaten the Bravettes in four of their last five meetings, including a 17-point victory in December. Union County falls to 13-9.

Coach Shannon Hodge has guided her squad to the brink of her fourth 20-win season in 32 years at the helm of CCHS, but No. 19 didn’t come easy. The Lady Rockets were already without junior Elliot Evans— out with an ankle injury—and leading scorer Annan Boone fouled out with 2:36 remaining as CCHS trailed by one.

The game was a battle of attrition, with Crittenden struggling to handle the ball and Union County struggling to finish around the basket. The Bravettes had led by as many as 10 points in the second half, and when Boone went to the bench, the Lady Rockets’ comeback hopes seemed in jeopardy.

However, Jordyn Hodge led a late surge, scoring 10 of her team’s final 12 points en route to an 18-point performance. Boone finished with 14.

Crittenden County returns to action Tuesday at Hopkins Central.

Crittenden 9 19 28 51
Union Co. 13 26 35 46
CRITTENDEN – Boone 14, Hodge 18, Federico 2, Rushing 2, Stewart 7, Holeman 6, Champion 2, Berry. 3-pointers: None. FT 21-30.
UNION –  Davis 14, Bell 2, Steward 19, Tamayo 2, Curry 10 3-pointers: 4 (Davis, Steward 2, Curry). FT 8-15.

Young's 5 threes not enough for Rockets

 MARION, Ky. – Freshman Drake Young dropped five three-pointers for homecoming, but the Rockets lost 87-40 Friday at home.

Young had two threes in the first period and two in the third, but Crittenden County was unable to keep pace with Dawson’s sharpshooting. The Panthers had three players with more than 20 points apiece.

Crittenden lost for the 22nd time in a row this season while Dawson improved to 14-9. CCHS has lost four straight against Dawson dating back to last season. 

The Rockets will be at home Saturday for a 4 p.m., game against Hickman County.

Dawson Springs 29 56 76 87
Crittenden County 12 24 31 40
DAWSON – Bourland 23, Plunkette 6, Johnston 28, Blue 24, Drennan 6, Washburn, McKnight. 3-pointers 5 (Plunkette 2, Johnston 2, Drennan). FT 15-22.
CRITTENDEN – LaRue 3, Porter, Cowsert, Dayberry, Stokes, Stevenson, Young 17, Candelario 2, Martin, C.Poindexter 4, Elliington, Murray 8, Jones, B.Poindexter 6. 3-pointers 6 (Young 5, LaRue). FT 2-7.