2024 GARDNER LAW
KING OF THE BLUEGRASS
ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM
MOST VALUABLE PLAYER
MOST OUTSTANDING PLAYER
Armelo Boone - Woodford County
Amari Owens- Bryan Station
R.J. Young - Bryant
2024 GARDNER LAW
KING OF THE BLUEGRASS
ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM
The Saint Xavier Tigers (9-0) captured their first-ever Gardner Law King of the Bluegrass championship with a commanding 76-50 victory over the Bryant Hornets (8-5). With the win, the Tigers remained unbeaten on the season and became the first Louisville-area team to win the prestigious title since Ballard in 2019.
Graham Krezmien led the Tigers with 19 points, five rebounds, and five three-pointers, while Jeremiah Jackson, named the 2024 Bob White Most Valuable Player, contributed eight points, five rebounds, and three assists.
In the second quarter, Saint Xavier continued their balanced attack. Freshman Josh Lindsay added 11 points off the bench, while Dillingham sank another three-pointer to push the lead to 43-20 at halftime. The Tigers shot a blistering 57.7% from the field in the first half, including 60% from three-point range, while Bryant’s Camarion Bead carried the Hornets with six first-half points.
In the fourth quarter, Saint Xavier closed the game in style, with Dillingham and Krezmien each knocking down key shots. The Tigers' defense stifled Bryant’s outside shooting, holding them to just 15% from three-point range for the game. Brandon Dayes added a fast-break layup and a steal in the final minutes to cap off the Tigers' dominant performance.
For Bryant, Bead finished with 17 points, five rebounds, and four assists, while RJ Young added 14 points and five rebounds. The Hornets struggled to find their rhythm offensively, shooting just 34.4% from the field and committing 17 turnovers.
Consolation Final
Lloyd Memorial 59, Newport 52
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5th Place Final
Bryan Station 69, Woodford County 66
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3rd Place Final
Frederick Douglass 81, North Oldham 69
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Consolation Final
3:00pm - Lloyd Memorial vs. Newport
5th Place Final
4:30pm - Woodford County vs. Bryan Station
3rd Place Final
6:00pm - Frederick Douglass vs. North Oldham
Championship
7:30pm - Saint Xavier vs. Bryant (AR)
5TH PLACE SEMIFINALS
CONSOLATION BRACKET
Mater Lakes (FL) 72, Trinity 61 [Click to View Box Score]
Butler County 72, Ashland Blazer 57 [Click to View Box Score]
Lloyd Memorial 56, Male 46 [Click to View Box Score]
Newport 56, Adair County 50 [Click to View Box Score]
The Bryant Hornets (8-4) advanced to their first-ever Gardner Law King of the Bluegrass championship with a dominant 65-41 victory over the North Oldham Mustangs (6-3) in the semifinals. Camarion Bead earned Central Bank Player of the Game honors with a stellar 16-point, nine-rebound, and four-assist performance. Bryant also became just the second Arkansas team in tournament history to reach the final.
The Mustangs struggled to generate consistent offense, with Tommy Gregg’s three-pointer and layup providing brief sparks. Gregg finished with a team-high 13 points, including three three-pointers. By halftime, the Hornets extended their lead to 36-21, with RJ Young contributing 10 of his 14 points in the first half.
RJ Newton and Young provided key support for the Hornets, combining for 25 points and seven rebounds. Newton’s three assists kept Bryant’s offense fluid, while Young’s interior presence disrupted the Mustangs’ rhythm.
North Oldham’s Gregg and Pierre Rondo provided moments of resistance, but the Mustangs’ 34.8% shooting and 21.7% from three-point range were not enough to overcome Bryant’s balanced attack.
Bead’s all-around effort led the Hornets with 16 points, nine rebounds, and four assists, while Young added 14 points and seven rebounds. Newton contributed 11 points, six assists, and five rebounds, providing steady play on both ends of the floor. Bryant shot an efficient 56.5% from the field and 80% from the free-throw line, highlighting their offensive efficiency.
For North Oldham, Gregg led the way with 13 points, while Rondo chipped in 13 points and two rebounds. The Mustangs struggled to match Bryant’s physicality and depth, committing 13 turnovers and securing just seven offensive rebounds.
The 2nd ranked Saint Xavier Tigers (8-0) secured their first-ever appearance in the Gardner Law King of the Bluegrass championship with a commanding 72-55 victory over 11th ranked Frederick Douglass (5-2) in the semifinals. Will Hanke led the way with 15 points, eight rebounds, and three assists, earning Central Bank Player of the Game honors. The Tigers also became .
Saint Xavier built a 16-11 lead in the first quarter, thanks to sharp shooting from Chance Dillingham and Graham Krezmien. Dillingham added a three-pointer early in the second quarter, while Jackson contributed with a fast-break layup. The Tigers closed the half on a 19-11 run to lead 35-22 at the break.
Despite a strong effort from DeMarcus Surratt, who led the Broncos with 16 points and two steals, Frederick Douglass struggled to keep pace. Jaunte Jenkins added 10 points for the Broncos, but their 40.7% shooting and 46.7% free throw percentage hindered their ability to close the gap.
For Frederick Douglass, Surratt led the way with 16 points, while Jenkins chipped in 10 points and two steals. However, the Broncos were plagued by turnovers (13 total) and poor shooting from beyond the arc (4-of-17).
Tonight, the 2024 Gardner Law King of the Bluegrass Holiday Classic enters its semifinals, showcasing elite matchups between Frederick Douglass and Saint Xavier, and North Oldham and Bryant (AR). Each team has dominated the competition thus far, earning their place in the Final Four.
Team Stats (Per Game):
The Broncos are riding high, powered by their relentless defense and standout performances from DeMarcus Surratt and Jaunte Jenkins. Surratt is averaging 17.5 points and 7 rebounds per game, while Jenkins leads in steals (3 per game). Their ball movement has been clinical, with 26 assists in the tournament so far, showcasing their ability to create open looks. Expect a strong showing from their bench, which has contributed 41 points in the tournament.
Team Stats (Per Game):
Saint Xavier thrives on balance and grit. Led by Chief Cameron, who averages 18.5 points per game, and Jeremiah Jackson, the team has found success with aggressive rebounding and a solid defensive scheme. Their free-throw shooting (81.5%) has been pivotal in close games, and with 18 steals across two games, their pressure defense could stymie the Broncos’ offensive rhythm.
Team Stats (Per Game):
North Oldham enters the semifinals as one of the tournament’s sharpest shooting teams, hitting 24 three-pointers over two games. Brooks Cargould has been a standout, averaging 21 points, 5.5 assists, and 11 rebounds per game. Alongside Tommy Gregg’s hot hand from beyond the arc (4/5 in their last game), the Mustangs are a potent offensive threat. Their high productivity rating (142) speaks to their efficiency in key moments.
Team Stats (Per Game):
The Hornets have been relentless on both ends of the floor, boasting the second-best field goal percentage in the tournament. RJ Young has been their driving force, averaging a tournament-best 29.5 points per game, while Camarion Bead adds a robust 20.5 points and 12 rebounds. With their aggressive style, Bryant has forced nine steals and six blocks, showing their ability to disrupt opponents’ game plans.
The road to the championship continues tonight. Which two teams will punch their ticket to the finals? Stay tuned for what promises to be an electrifying night of basketball.
16 TEAMS - 8 GAMES - 2 GYMS
4:30pm - South Laurel vs. Bryan Station
6:00pm - Fairdale vs. Woodford County
Semifinals
7:30pm - Frederick Douglass vs. Saint Xavier
9:00pm - North Oldham vs. Bryant (AR)
4:30pm - Trinity vs. Mater Lakes (FL)
6:00pm - Butler County vs. Ashland Blazer
7:30pm - Male vs. Lloyd Memorial
9:00pm - Adair County vs. Newport