The Defenders, rated No. 4 in Dave Cantrall's Rating the State, knocked off No. 2 Mason County 65-54 on the Royals' home court on senior night in front of 3,000 fans. Did Bryan Station regain its mojo just in time for post-season play?

"If we didn't, we'll be scary when we do," Coach Champ Ligon said. "This was a big win for us, but they're all just practice. They start for real next week with the district."

Shelvin Mack led Bryan Station with 24 points, 13 rebounds, three assists and three steals to help the Defenders avenge a season-opening 84-71 loss to Mason County.

(The above excerpt is from a Herald-Leader story from Sat., Feb. 23.  Read the full story at http://www.kentucky.com/275/story/326277.html).

The Defenders begin tournament play on Tuesday, Feb. 26th with a 26-2 record. Follow the 42nd District Tournament bracket at this link from the Herald-Leader.