Grassroots Preview: 17U Kentucky Royals
With the Kentucky high school season in our rear view mirror, it’s time to start looking forward to the Grassroots AAU season. Kicking off the coverage, we take a look at the 17U Kentucky Royals. The Royals are made of predominantly Northern Kentucky players. Coached by Tricia Macke, the Royals are coming off of a successful 16u campaign and will look to make a statement on the Silver Adidas Circuit.
Roster
2019 Scott G Chad OhmerChad Ohmer, Scott – The Junior guard averaged 14 points and 4 rebounds for a Scott team that fell to Campbell County in the 10th region title game.
Spencer Macke, Highlands – 6’2 SG did not play varsity for the Bluebirds this season according to KHSAA statistics.
Ty Houston, Cooper – 6’4 Wing averaged 3 points and 2 rebounds this season for the Jags.
Justin Pappas, Badin – A 6’4″ wing from Badin Catholic School in Ohio.
Zach Deatherage, Beechwood – 6’4 Shooting Guard averaged 6 points and 3 rebounds per game in 21 contests for the Tigers.
Tanner Lawrence, Campbell Co. – 6’3″ Forward averaged 5 points and 4 rebounds while seeing action in every game for 10th region champion Campbell County.
TJ Deere, Covington Catholic – A 6’4 shooter, Deere averaged 2 points and 2 rebounds in 23 games for the state champion Colonels.
Pete Knochelmann, Covington Holy Cross – Standing 6’8″, Knochelmann averaged 10 points and 8 rebounds per game for Holy Cross.
Schedule
April 6-8: Bearcat Classic, Cincinnati
April 13-15: Mid Ohio Classic, Columbus
April 20-22: Adidas Gauntlet Silver, Indianapolis
April 27-29: Adidas Gauntlet Silver, Indianapolis
May 4-6: Spiece Run and Slam, Fort Wayne
May 26-28: Adidas Gauntlet Chicago OR Battle of the Greatest, Louisville
July 12-15: Adidas Gauntlet in NY OR Ballin Under One Roof, Louisville
July 20-22: Hoopfest, Louisville
July 26-29: GRBA National Championship, Fort Wayne