Hopkins County Central Dominates Livingston in Region Tournament

Storm's defense forces 24 turnovers in 98-51 victory

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Hopkins County Central High School's basketball team cruised to a 98-51 win over Livingston Central in the Second Region Tournament on Wednesday. The Storm's relentless defense forced 24 turnovers, leading to 42 points off turnovers. Blaze Sumner scored 14 of his 22 points in the first quarter to spark a 12-0 run, and Channing Stone added 12 of his 21 points in the second quarter as Hopkins Central built a 58-25 halftime lead.

Why it matters

This was Hopkins County Central's first trip to the region tournament in three years, and the dominant win showcases the team's ability to make a deep postseason run. The Storm's defensive pressure and transition offense overwhelmed Livingston Central, a team they have now beaten 15 straight times dating back to 2014.

The details

Hopkins County Central forced 24 turnovers, with 21 steals leading to 42 points off turnovers. Blaze Sumner hit back-to-back 3-pointers to spark a 12-0 run, and Channing Stone scored 12 of his 21 points in the second quarter as the Storm built a 33-point halftime lead. Four players reached double figures in scoring for Hopkins Central.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Madisonville's Maroon Gym.
  • This was Hopkins County Central's first region tournament appearance in three years.
  • The Storm have now won 15 straight games over Livingston Central dating back to 2014.

The players

Blaze Sumner

A Hopkins County Central player who scored 14 of his 22 points in the first quarter to spark the Storm's big win.

Channing Stone

A Hopkins County Central player who scored 12 of his 21 points in the second quarter to help the Storm build a big halftime lead.

Logan Wring

A Livingston Central player who finished his high school career with 28 points and 15 rebounds in the loss.

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What’s next

The Storm will play Henderson County in Monday's semifinal. Henderson County edged the Storm 49-46 on February 9 and has won 25 of the 28 games played in the series.

The takeaway

Hopkins County Central's dominant defensive performance and balanced scoring attack showcased the team's potential to make a deep postseason run. The Storm's ability to force turnovers and convert them into points on the other end overwhelmed Livingston Central, a team they have now beaten 15 straight times.