New Coach, New Stars, New Commitments

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Holmes High School’s basketball program is heating up with a fresh start—new head coach Kenny Simpson, a former standout player himself, is bringing his vision for character and elite development to the Bulldogs. He steps in after Sam Elsbernd’s two seasons, during which the team showed real growth, even snagging a tournament title. This year, the roster looks different without last year’s top scorers, but sophomore Michael Chames is ready to lead the charge. Meanwhile, Beechwood’s Tyler Fryman is shifting focus—pulling back from baseball commitments to Louisville, now drawing serious…