On Saturday, January 17th, our historic gymnasium, constructed 55 years ago and long regarded as the heart of our school, was officially inducted into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame, a rare honor recognizing facilities that have shaped the game, their communities, and generations of student-athletes. That recognition became the spark for a night that honored the past while celebrating what continues to make our school extraordinary.
Legendary alumni and coaches Harvey Tackett and Ashley Addington returned home to accept the official Glory Road plaque, representing every athlete, coach, and supporter who has helped build the legacy within those walls. Their presence served as a powerful reminder that tradition is not inherited—it is earned, protected, and passed down.
As part of the evening, the newly installed Hall of Fame Wall was unveiled, permanently recognizing the individuals and moments that define our program’s excellence. New interior graphics now frame the gym with renewed purpose, including the bold declaration to “Defend the Castle,” a phrase that speaks not only to competition, but to honoring the responsibility of representing something greater than oneself.
The celebration also paid tribute to one of the most remarkable achievements in Kentucky high school basketball history: Whitney Creech’s 5,527 career points. Honoring that milestone in the very building where it was achieved brought the past and present together in a powerful and emotional way.
From that foundation of history and honor, Glory Road became a true homecoming.
Alumni from across generations filled the stands, many returning to a school event for the first time in years. Old friendships were rekindled, stories were shared, and memories were relived. A stunning video tribute, projected onto the court in a dynamic light show, highlighted championship teams and defining moments, transforming the gym into a living timeline of Cavalier pride.
Behind the scenes, a dedicated group of staff and community leaders stepped forward to make the night possible. Each was entrusted with a specific role and, without exception, exceeded expectations. Their servant leadership and commitment ensured the event was welcoming, meaningful, and worthy of the legacy being honored.
The success of Glory Road was not measured by competition, but by the unity felt throughout the building. It was a reminder that a school is far more than brick and mortar. It is faith, relationships, shared history, and people willing to give their best for something bigger than themselves.
As the final buzzer sounded and the lights dimmed, one truth was clear: the legacy of this school is alive and well. Glory Road showed us that while history deserves to be honored, the greatest strength of our school has always been, and will continue to be, ts people.
📸 Photos from the Glory Road celebration can be viewed on Facebook at the links below: