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Since the beginning of the new year I see two teams quickly emerging as state powerhouses.

Henry Clay: With an 18-4 record Henry Clay has played well all year. However, until last night they didn't have a signature win that the Devils could hang their hat on. On January 4th at Henry Clay they played Scott County very close and even lead most of the game before losing by 8. Last night, at Henry Clay they beat a full strength Trinity team for that signature win they had been looking for. It will be interesting to see how they do on the road at Madison Central and Scott County next week. Most likely, Scott County will still be without Moreno.

Woodford County: At 15-5 Woodford County lost a couple games earlier in the year they probably shouldn't have lost. However, in the last 5 days they have blow out Frederick Douglass, came within a 3-pointer off the front of the rim of beating Scott County, then last night beat a good Collins team by 7. The Jackets have a home matchup with Trinity this weekend and a February 7 rematch at Scott County. Moreno could very well be back in the SC lineup by then. We'll see.