Local Sports Report - February 26

Wednesday, February 27th, 2019 6:58am

By Mike Perleberg @mikedup84

Indiana boys basketball sectionals began with some drama Tuesday.

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BOYS BASKETBALL

IHSAA 3A Sectional 29 at Greensburg – First Round

Greensburg 68, Madison 50 – Greensburg (23-1) advances to play South Dearborn (8-15) in the sectional semi-final round on Friday, March 1.

IHSAA 2A Sectional 45 at South Ripley – First Round

Milan 62, South Decatur 56 – Milan (13-11) advances to meet North Decatur (14-8) in the sectional semi-final round on Friday, March 1.

Southwestern (Hanover) 81, Switzerland County 62 – Switzerland County was led by Landon Wilkins with 18 points and Damian Breeck with 17. But Southwestern’s Foster Mefford scored 24 and Hunter Mefford had 22. 2A #1 Southwestern (23-1) advances to play South Ripley (10-13) in the sectional semi-final round on Friday, March 1. Switzerland County’s season ends with a 7-17 record.

IHSAA 1A Sectional 60 at Southwestern (Shelbyville) – First Round

Morristown 57, Rising Sun 56 – Eagle Country 99.3 Feature Game – Morristown’s Logan Laster scored the go-ahead bucket on a drive in the paint inside the final 20 seconds. Rising Sun had a couple last-second three point attempts, but couldn’t make either of them. Wesley Rider scored 18 for Rising Sun while TJ Manifold had 16 points off the bench. Laster led all scorers with 26 points. Rising Sun’s season ends with a 10-13 record. Morristown advances to play Southwestern (Shelbyville) in the semifinals on Friday, March 1.

Events

Learn the Bagpipes or Highland Drumming
The 35th Indiana Pipes and Drums are looking for those interested in learning how to play Bagpipes or Highland Drumming. No musical experieance needed, all ages welcome, Come join a fun filled group of people and become part of our family of pipers and drummers.
28th Sep at Lawrenceburg Fire Station #2
Hillforest House Museum
Overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora, the beautiful Hillforest Victorian House Museum was built in 1855 for industrialist Thomas Graff. Its unique shape is said to be inspired by steamboats of the 19th century. The site has been operating as a historic house museum since 1956 and is one of 11 National Historic Landmarks in southern Indiana. Hillforest opens for tours today and hosts many special events throughout the season. Overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora, the beautiful Hillforest Victorian House Museum was built in 1855 for industrialist Thomas Graff. Its unique shape is said to be inspired by steamboats of the 19th century. The site has been operating as a historic house museum since 1956 and is one of 11 National Historic Landmarks in southern Indiana. Hillforest open NOW…Tuesday - Friday, 11 AM - 3 PM (last tour begins at 2:15 PM) and Saturday and Sunday, 1 - 5 PM (last tour begins at 4:15 PM). (Closed major holidays). Available for special events and teas!
28th Sep at Hillforest Victorian House Museum
Get WalkIN' with Purdue Extension (DPL)
Get your fit on with the Purdue Extension Program! Come start your day with our walking group. Wednesdays at 8:30 am Dillsboro Library Registration is recommended. Please call 812-954-4151 to register.
28th Sep at Dillsboro Public Library