[D IT UP]

It's getting to be that time fellas. I'm interested to hear some other most memorable moments from the state tournament. List the moment and out from it give the year(s) and maybe a reason why, if applicable. I'll go first.

1. Brandon Bender dunk in finals- 1999. It was my very first trip to the sweet16 & the first dunk I had ever seen in a non college/NBA game.
2. Chris Lofton- None needed here. Would definitely be first if not for sentimental reasons on #1
3. Warren Central-2004. I still think this is the best team to win it in the past 15 years.
4. Montgomery County-2013. I cant remember too many more times where the majority of Rupp Arena was behind one team.
5. State finals-2013. Such an epic comeback for Hawkins and Madison Central.
6. Shelby Valley-2010. Gotta pull for the small schools.
7. State finals-2011. Probably the most exciting championship that I have witnessed.
8. Bill Mike Runyon-2009. After Paintsville nearly pulls off another upset in the 2nd round, the legendary coach bows down and kisses the Rupp floor in what was thought to be his last hurrah.
9. Pendleton County-2005. Even though they were ousted in the opening round, I feel in love with this team in only one half of ball. I thought if given a better draw that they possessed enough talent to make a run at it. Also, the type of team that good stories are written about.
10. State finals- 2009. HHS v.s Lou. Cent. The teams weren't real glamorous, but still was a good game to cap off another season. As a fan, you want to see overtime games in the championship.

*Honorable mention- Rose Hill-2003