Russell's Zach Hale pushes the ball forward against Fleming County on Thursday evening at Russell. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Blake Hern of Russell dribbles as Fleming County's Wade Skaggs defends on Thursday evening at Russell. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Russell head coach, Randy Vanover watches his team against Fleming County on Thursday evening at Russell. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT