By Justin Sokeland

WBIW.com

BEDFORD – With a road of approval from the team gathered to watch the dramatic revealing of the IHSAA sectionals, Bedford North Lawrence was the first name drawn for the Class 4A Sectional 23 pairings. And it could end up on top.

The Stars (6-2) will visit Jennings County (2-6) for the opening game of the state tournament series on Oct. 24. That winner will face either Connersville (3-5) or Shelbyville (4-4) in the semifinal round.

On the bottom half of the eight-team bracket, Martinsville (3-5) will visit Greenwood (2-6), while Silver Creek (3-5) will face Charlestown (6-2) in the first round.

“I’m excited,” BNL coach Brayden Tidd said. “Like I’ve said all year, I will take this group into battle against anybody. I’m just ready to get the show on the road.

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