Ashland falls short in a rally against Covington Catholic, with the Colonels holding on for a 59-52 victory despite a late surge by the Tomcats. Covington Catholic had to endure a quick turnaround and a challenging game against a tough rival but responded with a strong defensive effort, led by Caden Miller's double-double performance.

By the Numbers
  • Covington Catholic (17-5) secured the win with a 48.9% field goal percentage and 11-16 free throw shooting.
  • Caden Miller recorded a double-double with 21 points, 20 rebounds, and three blocks.
  • The Tomcats had a 33.9% field goal percentage and 7-12 free throw shooting.
State of Play
  • Ashland's late rally fell short as the Colonels closed out the game with an 8-2 run, maintaining control despite the Tomcats' efforts to cut the deficit.
  • Covington Catholic showed mental toughness and strong defensive pressure, holding off Ashland's attempts to take the lead.
Bottom Line

The Colonels' ability to respond to challenges, coupled with Caden Miller's dominant performance, secured a crucial win, highlighting the team's resilience and defensive strength against Ashland's determined rally.