A Special Senior Class
The St. X Tigers wrapped up the regular season with a 21-7 record after a thrilling 54-52 senior night victory over Caverna. As the team prepares for the playoffs, this stretch carries special meaning for the seniors, it’s the last guaranteed chapter of their high school basketball careers.
This senior class is one of a kind, featuring three different four-year varsity players, a rarity at a program like St. X. Chief Cameron, Bryce Johnson, and Jeremiah Jackson have all played significant roles for the Tigers since they arrived, and now they have one last opportunity to cement their legacy in St. X basketball history.
Memories That Last a Lifetime
When asked what they’ll miss most, the seniors didn’t hesitate.
- Bryce Johnson: “I’m going to miss making memories with my teammates every day more than anything.”
- Noah Milliner: “I’m going to miss the trips with the team to California and New York, and the pregame meals. Because I like food.”
- Ethan Bell: “I’ll miss always cracking jokes with my teammates all the time.”
- Connor Klein: “I’m going to miss the guys.”
- Jeremiah Jackson: “I’m going to miss all the memories we have created with each other.”
- Chief Cameron: “I’m going to miss going to work every day with the guys.”
Their favorite moments highlight the bonds formed on and off the court:
- Bryce Johnson: “My favorite memory was the locker room after we won our third LIT in a row.”
- Noah Milliner: “Junior year, hitting a three against Trinity at Valley”
- Ethan Bell: “Probably winning three straight LITs.”
- Connor Klein: “Beating Trinity last year to go to Rupp Arena.”
- Jeremiah Jackson: “Winning the King of the Bluegrass for the first time, and going to the San Diego Zoo on our trip.”
- Chief Cameron: “The Christmas trips were my favorite memory.”
Fun and humor also played a role in their experience:
- Noah Milliner: “Going to Will Hanke’s house junior year for a pool party and his dad made dinner.”
- Connor Klein: “The California trip was the funniest moment.”
Coaches and teammates have left a lasting impact:
- Bryce Johnson: “Coach Glaser taught me valuable life lessons I can apply on and off the court.”
- Ethan Bell: “Coach Just—he’s always keeping it lighthearted.”
- Noah Milliner: “All my teammates as a whole impacted me. We worked hard every day and stayed consistent.”
- Jeremiah Jackson: “Coach Klein just always believed in me, pushing me to do better.”
One Word to Describe Their St. X Basketball Experience
- Bryce Johnson: “Venerable. The four years I spent in this program will be remembered as some of the best years of St. X basketball.”
- Noah Milliner: “Joy.”
- Ethan Bell: “Memorable.”
- Connor Klein: “Special.”
- Jeremiah Jackson: “Historical”
- Chief Cameron: “Electric”
Playoff Preview
The Tigers will take on a familiar opponent in the Male Bulldogs for the District Championship tonight at the Wills Center at 7 p.m. This will be the fourth matchup of the season between the two teams. Male took the first meeting in the King of the Bluegrass tournament, but St. X has claimed the last two matchups and will be looking to make it three in a row.
Looking ahead, the Tigers will find out their regional draw this Saturday, February 28. Regionals begin next Tuesday, March 3, and the team will be hungry for revenge after last year’s Sweet Sixteen loss at Rupp Arena. With this senior class leading the way, the Tigers hope to leave their mark once again on St. X basketball history.
