One thing that is consistent for Knoxville Girl Basketball is the defensive effort this season. The Panthers are only allowing 39 points per game this season which is one reason why Knoxville is 9-0. Coach Jim Utimarkt says even though they have been turning the ball over more than usual and if the defensive effort keeps up, he feels good about winning any game that the opposition scores below 40 points. Much of Knoxville’s success this season on defense is due to the Panthers full court press and causing turnovers. The Panthers have not allowed more than 46 points in any game this season. Knoxville is ranked 9th in the latest Class 3A rankings.