Thomas, Blue Devils snatch spot in regional championship with dominant effort on glass

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | February 23, 2023 | Comments Off on Thomas, Blue Devils snatch spot in regional championship with dominant effort on glass
Quincy High School forward Keshaun Thomas positions himself to grab a rebound off a missed free throw during the second half of Wednesday's Class 4A regional semifinal victory over Alton at Blue Devil Gym. | Matt Schuckman photo

QUINCY — If Keshaun Thomas needs a part-time job in the coming years, a perfect one exists. Window cleaner. The way he pulled rebounds off the glass Wednesday night during the Quincy High School boys basketball team’s regional semifinal, there’s no one better suited for the job. The 6-foot-6 sophomore forward fought for two offensive…

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Blue Devils to use time prior to holiday tournament wisely, emphasize consistency and energy

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | December 18, 2022 | Comments Off on Blue Devils to use time prior to holiday tournament wisely, emphasize consistency and energy
Quincy High School sophomore guard Bradley Longcor III starts the offense during Saturday night's game against Quincy Notre Dame at Blue Devil Gym. | Matt Schuckman photo

QUINCY — It sounds relaxing when you say it out loud. The Quincy High School boys basketball team has 11 days until its next game. That offers the impression it will be a low-key holiday week leading up to Christmas and then a couple of get-back-into-the-groove days before the Blue Devils head off to play…

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Power in the post: Blue Devils throw ball inside to establish presence, cruise to Thanksgiving tournament championship

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | November 26, 2022 | Comments Off on Power in the post: Blue Devils throw ball inside to establish presence, cruise to Thanksgiving tournament championship
Quincy High School sophomore forward Keshaun Thomas gains position on the block during Saturday night's game against Springfield Lanphier in the 51st QHS Thanksgiving Tournament at Blue Devil Gym. | Photo courtesy Mathew Kirby

QUINCY — Something the Quincy High School boys basketball coaching staff noticed watching game film revealed itself even further during Saturday morning’s shootaround. The Blue Devils’ primary post players — sophomore Keshaun Thomas and senior Sam Mulherin — weren’t controlling the block. “We watched them post straight up,” QHS coach Andy Douglas said. “They were…

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‘The sky’s the limit’: Freshman class contributing to Blue Devils’ success faster than Douglas expected

By David Adam, MRN Editor | December 19, 2021 | Comments Off on ‘The sky’s the limit’: Freshman class contributing to Blue Devils’ success faster than Douglas expected
Quincy High School’s Bradley Longcor III drives to the basket for a field goal during Saturday night’s game against Quincy Notre Dame at the Pit. Photo courtesy Mathew Kirby

QUINCY — It isn’t supposed to be this easy. Oh, sure, a handful of basketball players have done well during their freshman season at Quincy High School, but only six have scored more than 70 points as a freshman — Bruce Douglas, Jack Kramer, Dennis Douglas, Jeff Klingler, Parker Bland and Jeremiah Talton. But the…

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Blue Devils show no fear while erasing fourth-quarter deficit against Phoenix

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | November 27, 2021 | Comments Off on Blue Devils show no fear while erasing fourth-quarter deficit against Phoenix
Quincy High School sophomore guard Ralph Wires, left, directs traffic while being defended by Miller Career Academy's Charles Nelson during Friday night's game at Blue Devil Gym. Photo courtesy Samantha Carmean

QUINCY — The way Keshaun Thomas sees it, there’s no reason to be intimidated by any atmosphere or situation the Quincy High School boys basketball team might find itself facing.  “We just have to go out there and play,” Thomas said. “You can’t be scared of competition.” The freshman forward proved Friday night he’s scared…

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