Bulldogs roll to win over McCreary Central

STAFF REPORT

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LOUISA — Lawrence County leveled McCreary Central 51-8 during the opening round of the KHSAA Class 3A Football State Playoffs on Friday, Nov. 6.

Lawrence County improved to 10-1 after registering the win. With the win, Lawrence County advanced to the second round of the KHSAA Class 3A Football State Playoffs.

Lawence County set the tone early, outscoring McCreary Central 29-0 in the opening quarter.

The Bulldogs led 44-0 at halftime and continued to control the game after the break.

Several players contributed to Lawrence County’s win. Mikey Artrip completed three touchdown passes for the Bulldogs. Kaden Johnson, fresh off being named the Class 3A, District 8 Player of the Year, completed two touchdown passes for Lawrence County in its convincing victory.

Johnson, Gray Derifield, Kolton McDowell, Andrew Ratcliffe and Caven Williams each hauled in one touchdown reception for the Bulldogs.

On the ground for Lawrence County, Darren Brewer and Levi Hensley each provided one rushing touchdown.

Defensively, Lawrence County limited McCreary Central throughout the postseason matchup.

Lawrence County is scheduled to host Knox Central in the second round of the KHSAA Class 3A Football State Playoffs at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13.