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Hoptown Dials Long Distance for Early Lead
Hopkinsville uses 3-pointers to jump out to quick advantage in regional quarterfinal win
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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Hopkinsville High School used a barrage of 3-pointers from Jayon Bass, Jayven Battle, and Jonovan Leavell to build an early lead in their region quarterfinal matchup against Madisonville-North Hopkins on Thursday. The trio of long-range shots made up four of Hoptown's first five field goals, setting the tone for the team's eventual victory.
Why it matters
Hopkinsville's ability to hit 3-pointers early allowed them to seize control of the game and put pressure on their opponent. This type of hot shooting from deep can be a game-changer in the high-stakes environment of the regional tournament, where teams look to gain an early advantage.
The details
Hopkinsville came out firing on all cylinders, with Jayon Bass, Jayven Battle, and Jonovan Leavell each draining 3-pointers in the opening minutes. These long-range shots made up four of Hoptown's first five made field goals, helping the team build a lead that they would not relinquish over the course of the game.
- The 3-pointers by Bass, Battle, and Leavell came in the first few minutes of the region quarterfinal matchup on Thursday, March 6, 2026.
The players
Jayon Bass
A player for the Hopkinsville High School basketball team who hit an early 3-pointer to help his team jump out to a lead.
Jayven Battle
A player for the Hopkinsville High School basketball team who hit an early 3-pointer to help his team jump out to a lead.
Jonovan Leavell
A player for the Hopkinsville High School basketball team who hit an early 3-pointer to help his team jump out to a lead.
The takeaway
Hopkinsville's ability to hit 3-pointers early in the game allowed them to seize control and set the tone for their eventual victory. This type of hot shooting from deep can be a game-changer in the high-stakes environment of the regional tournament, where teams look to gain an early advantage.
