The Taylorville Tornadoes boys basketball program started off the season with a 63-48 win over Nokomis in round 1 of the Stove Top Classic. A back and forth 1st half saw THS head into the locker room with a slim 27-25 lead before busting things open at the end of the 3rd where they extended their lead to 9 at 44-35. Head Coach Ryan Brown said speed is what was needed in their season opening win.

 

Coach Brown says although Nokomis had 6'5'' and 6'7'' underneath, the Tornadoes were able to us speed and aggressive play on the defensive end to combat that size difference.

 

 

Be sure to tune into round 2 of the Stove Top Classic as Taylorville looks to stay undefeated against Granite City on the road. Tip-off is set for 7:30pm, you can listen to the pre game show at 7:10pm on 96.1FM in Christian County, 107.5FM in Shelby County, worldwide at taylorvilledailynews.com with Newstalk WTIM. The pre, half, and post game shows will be simulcasted with a live stream on the taylorvilledailynews facebook page! Jake Linder and Daniel Statum will be on the call.