Colonels Set Up District Championship Battle With Hopkinsville

Christian County defeats University Heights Academy to advance to 8th District title game

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Christian County Colonels defeated the University Heights Academy Blazers 75-48 in the district semifinals, setting up a championship matchup with rival Hopkinsville. The Colonels overcame an early deficit with a 10-0 run in the first quarter and pulled away in the second half, led by strong performances from Josh Bridges, Jay Henderson, and Darren Bigbee.

Why it matters

This game marks the final meeting between Christian County and Hopkinsville before the two schools consolidate this summer, making the district championship showdown an anticipated rivalry matchup for the community. The Colonels' win sets the stage for an intense battle between the two longtime foes.

The details

Christian County fell behind 5-0 early but responded with a 10-0 run to take the lead. The Blazers kept it close in the first half, but the Colonels pulled away with a 17-2 run late in the second quarter, fueled by strong outside shooting. Foul trouble plagued UHA, as Keshawn Moore picked up his third and fourth fouls in the first half. Christian County's defense clamped down in the second half, holding off a UHA rally and pulling away for the 27-point victory.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
  • Christian County and Hopkinsville will meet in the 8th District championship game on Friday, February 27, 2026.

The players

Rahsean Stevenson

A key player for the Christian County Colonels who made an impact in the paint.

Keshawn Moore

A standout player for the University Heights Academy Blazers who was hampered by foul trouble in the game.

Josh Bridges

A mid-season addition to the Christian County roster who had a big second half to help the Colonels pull away.

Jay Henderson

A Christian County player who scored 15 points, all in the first half, to help the Colonels build their lead.

Darren Bigbee

A Christian County player who scored 14 points, including 8 in the fourth quarter to seal the win.

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What’s next

Christian County and Hopkinsville will meet in the 8th District championship game on Friday, February 27, 2026 in what is likely to be the final meeting between the two programs before the schools consolidate this summer.

The takeaway

This game showcased the intense rivalry between Christian County and Hopkinsville, two longtime foes who will meet one last time in the district championship before their schools consolidate. The Colonels' dominant performance sets the stage for an anticipated battle between the two teams as they compete for the district title.