Michael Johnston's Articles

Manning leads Mr. Basketball contenders [High School Sports]

Basketball season is just around the corner and several of the state's top seniors will compete for the state's highest honor, being named Mr. Basketball. Here is a look at some of the top candidates.
Ballard point guard picks up first scholarship offer [High School Sports]

Ballard's Quentin Snyder is one of the top players nationally in the class of 2014 and college coaches are starting to take notice. Over the weekend the 6-foot-1 point guard picked up his first scholarship offer.
Tuesday night standouts [High School Sports]

Pleasure Ridge Park's Jake Simpson (pictured) scored 22 points, as the Panthers defeated Southern 79-56. Here are some other standouts from a busy Tuesday night around the city.
Taylor will wait until the spring [High School Sports]

Western's Ryan Taylor is having a very nice senior season. The 6-foot-6 University of Louisville commit is averaging 24 points and 13 rebounds per game. This week Taylor and his teammates are playing in the Gaslight Holiday Classic at Jeffersontown. I caught up with Taylor at the tournament.
Rising Star: Derek Willis [Sports]

Bullitt East's Derek Willis is one of the top young players in the state. The 6-foot-8 sophomore has improved tremendously since last season and he has the potential to be a special player. Last week the Chargers participated in the King of the Bluegrass. I caught up with Bullitt East coach Troy Barr at the tournament and spoke with him about Willis
Hicks picks up another offer [High School Sports]

Trinity's Darryl Hicks is sitting out this season after transferring from Shelby County but that hasn't stop college coaches from pursuing the 6-foot-4 shooting guard. I caught up with Hicks last week at the King of the Bluegrass.
Jefferstown tops Eastern in King of the Bluegrass finals [Sports]

The 2010 King of the Bluegrass came to a close Wednesday night and while it may have been cold outside, the action was red hot inside Fairdale High School. Here is a re-cap of the day's act.
King of the Bluegrass high school basketball tournament day three wrap-up [Sports]

Jeffersontown will face Eastern at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in the championship game.
Wrap up of Tuesday night's action at the King of the Bluegrass high school basketball tournament [Sports]

The stars were out once again Tuesday night at the 30th annual Canfiled Development King of the Bluegrass. Several players had outstanding games, including Eastern's Remy Abell.
First round standout at King of the Bluegrass high school basketball tournament [Sports]

The first round of the 2010 King of the Bluegrass was exciting. Several prospects had outstanding performances, including Bowling Green's Chane Behanan.
Preview: King of the Bluegrass high school basketball tournament [Sports]

The 2010 King of the Bluegrass gets underway on Friday and several of the top prospects in the state and the nation will be in action. Here is a look at some of the players to keep an eye on.
Wales, Fluellen drawing interest from colleges [High School Sports]

Central's Anthony Wales and Seneca's Michael Fluellen were two of the top players in the city this past season and college coaches have taken notice.
Ballard freshmen off to hot start [High School Sports]

Last season, Shelby County freshman Darryl Hicks made headlines when he scored 30 points in the boys KHSAA Sweet 16 against Ballard. This season the Bruins have a two freshman that have two freshmen that are making a huge impact. Quinton Snyder and Kelen Martin have helped lead the Bruins to a 5-0 start. Both Snyder and Martin were invited to play at the prestigious Fab Frosh Camp in Chicago in July.
Tuesday night standouts [High School Sports]

Jeffersontown's Zach Price scored 25 points, as the Chargers knocked off Fern Creek 89-65. Here are some other top performances from Tuesday night.
Preview: 7th Region girls [High School Sport]

Last season the 7th Region was one of the toughest regions in the state. With several top prospects returning, this year will be no different. duPont Manual, Sacred Heart and defending state champions Mercy all return talented teams.
Hicks top hoops high school sophomore in the state [Sports]

Trinity's Darryl Hicks is the top sophomore in the state. The 6-foot-4 guard will have to sit out this season, after transferirng from Shelby County but he will have a huge impact next season.
Kentucky's Top Juniors [High School Sports]

Last week we took a look at the state's top senior, now it's time to take a look at the state's top juniors. The junior class took a hit over the summer when, Lexington Catholic's Jaylen Beckham decied to transfer to prep school. However, the class still remains solid.
Top candidates for Mr. Football [High School Sports]

With the high school football season nearing an end, it's time to take a look at the top candidates to win the 2010 Mr. Football award. Here is a look at eight players making a strong case to take home the hardware.
Louisville's top boys high school basketball talent [Sports]

Basketball season is just around the corner and the Derby city is features several of the nation's top prospects. Here is a look at the top 25 players for this upcoming season.
Kentucky's Top 10 [High School Sports]

Another exciting season of high school basketball is just around the corner. Here is a look at the top 10 teams in the state.

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