Sophomore Sensation Kelly Leads Neuqua Valley to Thrilling Win Over Yorkville
Cole Kelly's impressive all-around performance propelled Neuqua Valley to a 79-60 victory over Yorkville in their highly anticipated showdown. The 6-7 guard dominated from start to finish, showcasing his skills with two three-pointers, 33 points, 14 rebounds, and five assists. His 13 of 17 shooting percentage and 2-for-4 three-point range made him nearly unstoppable on the court.
Braydon Porter and Joey Jakstys, Yorkville's talented sophomore duo, put up a strong fight but ultimately fell short. Porter contributed 13 points, while Jakstys added 14 points and four rebounds, proving that they are still developing their high school game.
Mason Martin, Neuqua Valley's junior, played a pivotal role in the team's success. He made five three-pointers in the game, including 14 points in the second quarter, which helped shift the momentum in favor of his team. His hot shooting and timely contributions left Yorkville coach John Holakovsky struggling to keep up.
"We allowed them to get really confident," Holakovsky said. "They got in a pretty big rhythm to start. We started trying to go three for three with them, which is not what we want to do. Especially when they are super-hot."
For Cole Kelly, the victory was a confidence booster and a testament to his hard work. He expressed his gratitude for the support he receives from his family and friends, saying it's great knowing that the effort he puts in leads him closer to achieving his dreams.
"It's a great feeling to see guys that I grew up with competing at a high level now," Kelly said. "Those two guys deserve everything they get."
This win solidifies Neuqua Valley's position as one of the top teams in their conference, and it's clear that Cole Kelly will be a force to be reckoned with in the coming seasons. His impressive performance has garnered national attention, earning him a spot at 38th in the country among sophomore prospects. With six college scholarship offers already on his plate, expect this talented player's profile to continue growing as he navigates the high school basketball landscape.
As for Yakovlev, Bolingbrook's Brady Pettigrew, and other highly ranked sophomores in the area, they'll face stiffer competition from Neuqua Valley and other top teams. Yorkville coach John Holakovsky acknowledges that their conference is loaded with talent, making it a thrilling experience for his players.
"Our kids really like it," Holakovsky said. "Brayden and Joey are the talk of the town. I teach Driver's Ed, and I have random kids asking me what it is like to coach Brayden and Joey. It's funny, to high school kids they are the coolest thing ever."
With Neuqua Valley's victory over Yorkville, Cole Kelly has further cemented his status as a top prospect in the country. As he continues to develop his skills and lead his team to success, fans can't help but wonder what's next for this talented young player.
Cole Kelly's impressive all-around performance propelled Neuqua Valley to a 79-60 victory over Yorkville in their highly anticipated showdown. The 6-7 guard dominated from start to finish, showcasing his skills with two three-pointers, 33 points, 14 rebounds, and five assists. His 13 of 17 shooting percentage and 2-for-4 three-point range made him nearly unstoppable on the court.
Braydon Porter and Joey Jakstys, Yorkville's talented sophomore duo, put up a strong fight but ultimately fell short. Porter contributed 13 points, while Jakstys added 14 points and four rebounds, proving that they are still developing their high school game.
Mason Martin, Neuqua Valley's junior, played a pivotal role in the team's success. He made five three-pointers in the game, including 14 points in the second quarter, which helped shift the momentum in favor of his team. His hot shooting and timely contributions left Yorkville coach John Holakovsky struggling to keep up.
"We allowed them to get really confident," Holakovsky said. "They got in a pretty big rhythm to start. We started trying to go three for three with them, which is not what we want to do. Especially when they are super-hot."
For Cole Kelly, the victory was a confidence booster and a testament to his hard work. He expressed his gratitude for the support he receives from his family and friends, saying it's great knowing that the effort he puts in leads him closer to achieving his dreams.
"It's a great feeling to see guys that I grew up with competing at a high level now," Kelly said. "Those two guys deserve everything they get."
This win solidifies Neuqua Valley's position as one of the top teams in their conference, and it's clear that Cole Kelly will be a force to be reckoned with in the coming seasons. His impressive performance has garnered national attention, earning him a spot at 38th in the country among sophomore prospects. With six college scholarship offers already on his plate, expect this talented player's profile to continue growing as he navigates the high school basketball landscape.
As for Yakovlev, Bolingbrook's Brady Pettigrew, and other highly ranked sophomores in the area, they'll face stiffer competition from Neuqua Valley and other top teams. Yorkville coach John Holakovsky acknowledges that their conference is loaded with talent, making it a thrilling experience for his players.
"Our kids really like it," Holakovsky said. "Brayden and Joey are the talk of the town. I teach Driver's Ed, and I have random kids asking me what it is like to coach Brayden and Joey. It's funny, to high school kids they are the coolest thing ever."
With Neuqua Valley's victory over Yorkville, Cole Kelly has further cemented his status as a top prospect in the country. As he continues to develop his skills and lead his team to success, fans can't help but wonder what's next for this talented young player.
Cole Kelly is a total game-changer 
I think it's pretty cool how Cole Kelly is killing it on the court right now 
! He seems like such a humble guy too, expressing gratitude to his family and friends for their support 
. Neuqua Valley's team dynamic looks strong with players like Mason Martin and Braydon Porter contributing big plays 
. It'll be interesting to see how they handle all those college scholarship offers coming their way 
. Cole Kelly's performance is definitely going to bring a lot of attention, but I think he can handle the pressure 
. Maybe one day we'll get to see him take on some top-ranked teams in college and really make his mark 
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he straight up dominates on the court 33 points 14 rebounds 5 assists? that's like a triple threat! and he's only a sophomore btw, can't wait to see him crush it in college 
Neuqua Valley's Cole Kelly is just that good, I guess... 33 points, 14 rebounds, and five assists? That's like me getting a participation trophy in life 
. The kid's got game for days. I mean, what's next? A triple-double? 
Braydon Porter and Joey Jakstys from Yorkville put up a solid fight, but you can't expect to take down a team with a player as electric as Cole Kelly. That sophomore slump isn't happening to anyone anytime soon 
. Mason Martin's five three-pointers were the icing on the cake for Neuqua Valley's win. Looks like they're setting their sights high, and it's hard not to get hyped when you've got talent like this 
i was watching the game live and mason martin's five threes were insane 
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so cole kelly is like a total game changer for neuqua valley, right? 33 points 14 rebounds and 5 assists? that's insane! 
he must be putting in some serious work in the gym to get those stats. i mean, i know his family and friends say he puts in effort but it sounds like he's genuinely putting in the work. 
how does he stay focused during games tho? does he have any pre-game rituals or anything that gets him pumped up? 
. I'm loving how he stays humble too, giving props to his teammates and family - class act! 
Now Neuqua Valley's solidifying their spot at the top of the conference, let's see how they keep it up 
. Can't wait to see what Kelly does next, with all those college scholarship offers on the line 
just heard about Neuqua Valley beating Yorkville 79-60 
gotta wonder if they can keep this up all season 
that's insane! i love how humble he is too, giving all credit to his family and friends for their support... it's really inspiring to see athletes stay grounded. 
and let's be real, neuqua valley's win solidifies their spot at the top of their conference