Jeffersontown's Thomas Jackson made a name for himself as a sophomore, when he helped lead the Chargers to the 2008 Region 7 championship. Now Jackson, a 5-foot-11 senior point guard, is poised to lead the Chargers back to Rupp Arena. KentuckyPreps.com writer Michael Johnston caught up with Jackson this weekend at the PRP Panther scrimmage]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:42:00 GMT Basketball is just around the corner and teams across all across the Bluegrass state are gearing up for another exciting season on the hardwood. Over the next week I will be previewing what is sure to be an entertaining year. Today I will start with the Pre-Season Top 25. Holmes, defending KHSAA Sweet 16 champions, check it at No.]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:07:00 GMT Which states are playing the best high school football this season? Texas, Florida, Ohio and California are the top four, which shouldn't surprise too many people, however the Bluegrass state is ranked a little higher than some might expect. Where does Kentucky rank? Find out here]]> Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:51:00 GMT The curtain came down Friday on the brilliant high school career of three-star Independence (Ky.) Simon Kenton running back Miles Simpson, whose squad was eliminated 48-34 in the third round of the Class 6A playoffs by Louisville St. Xavier]]> Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:48:00 GMT As the Oregon Ducks continue to add to their recruiting class of 2010, they are searching for a future safety to roam behind the defense. Just like with the other positions, the staff has reached out across the country and offered a prospect that comes from a great football family. Ft. Thomas, Ky (Highlands) running back and safety, Austin Collinsworth recently picked up an offer from the PAC-10 leader]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:13:00 GMT The University of Louisville didn't wait long to show its interest in one of the top players in the city for the class of 2011. The Cardinals have already extended an offer to Jamon Brown, a 6-4, 280-pound defensive tackle from Fern Creek H.S.]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:10:00 GMT Independence (Ky.) Simon Kenton running back Miles Simpson jumped out with several unofficial visits early in the season to schools that were recruiting him, but the 6-2, 195-pound athlete has slowed his process down in recent weeks while his game on the field has picked u]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:17:00 GMT Corbin's Caleb Watkins has helped lead the Redhounds to a 10-2 record this season. They will need him to step up this week, when they travel to Prestonsburg to take on the undefeated Blackcats. Here is a preview]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT Highlands has continued their dominance throughout the first two rounds of the playoffs, but the games should get tougher as they advance deeper into the playoffs. Find out what to expect this week when they square ... ]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:39:00 GMT Male's Kevin Glenn came up big Friday night. The 6-foot-2 wide receiver caught four passes, for 63 yards and two touchdowns, in a 35-23 win over Ballard. Here are some other top performances from the weekend]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:40:00 GMT St. Xavier juniors LaMont McMurry and Daylen Hall are two of the top prospects in the state. Both players have played extremely well this season and college programs across the nation are starting to notice. KentuckyPreps.com writer Michael Johnston caught up with St. Xavier coach Mike Glasser Friday night and spoke with about his two standouts]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:29:00 GMT Rivals released their first basketball ranking of the season and three teams from Kentucky make the list. Defending state champion Holmes, led by Mr. Basketball candidate Ricardo Johnson, checks in at No. 22, while Scott County and Eastern come in at No. 47 and No. 79 respectively. Here is the top 10]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:05:00 GMT Iroquois star Donovan Gibbs will sign with IUPUI today. The ceremony is set for 1:45 in the schools library. The 6-foot-7 forward was one of the top players in the state last season, when he averaged 15.6 points and 8.5]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:37:00 GMT Trinity standout Josh Sewell committed to Miami of Ohio back in July. The 6-foot-4 shooting guard will make it official, when he signs his national letter of intent Wednesday, the first day of the Fall Signing Period. Sewell averaged just over 15 points per game last season]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:09:00 GMT St. Xavier had no problems Friday night, as they knocked off Boone County 49-0. The Tigers were led by by junior LaMont McMurry, who scored two touchdowns. It gets a little tougher this week, when Ryle comes to town. Can the Raiders pull off the upset? Here is a preview.]]> Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:22:00 GMT St. Xavier defeated Boone County 49-0 last week in the first round of the Class 6A playoffs. The Tigers moved up two spots this week in the RivalsHigh 100, while Highlands remains strong at No. 15. Here is the top 100]]> Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:29:00 GMT The playoffs started this weekend and several of the state's top players had great performances. Miles Simpson rushed for 324 yards and four touchdowns, as Simon Kenton knocked off Butler 49-7. Here are some other top performances from Friday nigh]]> Sat, 7 Nov 2009 20:16:00 GMT After going 11-2 in 2008, Eastern has struggled this season. The Eagles head to Male high school on Friday to take on the Bulldogs, a team that beat them 18-41 back in August. Does Jon Davis and the Eagles have what it takes to pull off an upset? Here is a previe]]> Fri, 6 Nov 2009 16:43:00 GMT A former Kentucky commitment from the Billy Gillispie era, power forward Dakotah Euton has found his fit in the MAC. Euton, 6-foot-8, 215-pounds from Georgetown (Ky.) Scott Co. High School, is headed to Akro]]> Fri, 6 Nov 2009 16:37:00 GMT Butler started the season 6-0. The Bears have lost four in a row since then and they will have their hands full Friday night, when they travel to Simon Kenton to take on the Pioneers in the first round of the playoffs. Simon Kenton is led by Miles Simpson, one of the top candidates for the 2009 Mr. Football award. Can Butler pull off the upset? Here is a previe]]> Fri, 6 Nov 2009 06:09:00 GMT