Hamilton County Reporter 

Hamilton Southeastern picked up a big win on the road Tuesday, beating Pike 74-66.

The Red Devils led 16-13 after the first quarter, but the Royals came roaring back
in the second, taking a 39-27 lead by halftime. Pike stormed back with a 25-point
third period, taking a 52-47 lead after three quarters. But Southeastern rallied in the
middle of the fourth to pull out the victory.

Noah Smith scored 22 points to lead the Royals, also contributing seven rebounds,
four assists and four steals. Aaron Etherington added 21 points, including a
pair of 3-pointers, and collected five rebounds. Chris Grubbs reached doubledouble
status with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Kole Hornbuckle had five
rebounds and two blocked shots, with Mabor Majak also making two blocks.

Southeastern is 2-0 and hosts Avon on Friday to open Hoosier Crossroads
Conference play.