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Scott County beats Oldham County

Scott County, a two-time state champion, will get a shot at a third title when it plays Trinity in the Sweet Sixteen finals Saturday night in Rupp Arena.

The Cardinals earned the spot in the title game by beating Oldham County 56-43 in Saturday afternoon’s semifinals.

Trent Gilbert and Jalen Haddix led Scott County with 12 points apiece. Isaiah Ivey and Tamron Manning had 10 each. Ivey also had 8 rebounds.

The Cards hit 6 of 11 three-pointers, led by Gilbert with three.

Scott County led 23-16 at halftime, then put the game away with a 20-2 run. Coach Billy Hicks put his starters on the bench to begin the fourth quarter, but after Oldham County rallied to within 12 points, the Cards’ starters returned to the floor to clinch the victory.

Oldham County, which tied a school record with 31 wins, was led by Kerry Smith’s 17 points. Sam Gruber added 11.

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