The George Rogers Clark High School boys basketball team, fresh off a state championship, wasted no time in turning its attention to the summer circuit, entering the 2026 KABC Bluegrass Shootout with a roster eager to fine‑tune its chemistry and showcase its depth.
On Friday, June 12, the Cards opened with a narrow victory over Princeton High School from Ohio, edging the visitors 53‑49 in a game that highlighted the team’s resilience and ability to execute under pressure.
The following day, the squad traveled to Indiana to meet Ben Davis High School, where a dominant 64‑36 win underscored the team’s offensive firepower and defensive cohesion as they continued to build momentum.
A Saturday matchup against North Oldham High School from Oldham County proved more challenging, as the Cards fell 49‑43, a loss that offered valuable lessons and a reminder of the competitive balance within the region.
A Promising Outlook
The schedule will soon feature a rematch with North Laurel, the defending 13th Region champion, as well as a clash with Pulaski County, setting the stage for further tests against top regional opponents. On Wednesday, June 17, the host Cards faced Madison Central and fellow 11th Region foe Henry Clay, continuing the whirlwind of summer competition.
Beyond the games, the team is spending considerable time at the Madison Central Team Camp, where the focus is on player development and fostering the camaraderie that will be essential when the regular season arrives.
Individual storylines add extra intrigue: freshman Pierre Rondo, son of former Kentucky Wildcat and two‑time NBA champion Rajon Rondo, has emerged as an offensive catalyst, while seniors JaMylyn Johnson and Andrew Terry have each secured NCAA scholarship offers from Campbellsville University and Morehead State, respectively.