Moore rallied from a halftime deficit to defeat Bullitt Central 68-62 in the Boys’ 23rd District Tournament championship. After trailing 35-26 at halftime, Moore outscored Bullitt Central 42-27 in the second half, led by C.J. Sweeney, who was named MVP. A.J. Lee scored 34 points but couldn't lead his team to victory despite an impressive performance. Both teams will advance to the Boys Sixth Region Tournament next week.

By the Numbers
  • Moore outscored Bullitt Central 42-27 in the second half.
  • A.J. Lee scored 34 points, while C.J. Sweeney and Admere Ricketts each scored 18 points for Moore.
Yes, But

Despite Lee’s standout performance, Bullitt Central struggled in the second half, particularly with shooting and offensive balance, missing numerous opportunities that could have shifted the game's outcome.

State of Play
  • Moore secured its second consecutive 23rd District title.
  • Bullitt Central will compete in the upcoming Sixth Region Tournament, marking its first appearance since 2022.
What's Next

Both teams will prepare for the Boys Sixth Region Tournament, where Moore will play a first-round game at home, and Bullitt Central will travel for its match-up.

Bottom Line

Moore’s victory demonstrates resilience in overcoming adversity, while Bullitt Central's need to enhance shooting efficiency may define their success in the upcoming tournament.