Johnson named Class 3A, District 8 Player of the Year

Lawrence County senior athlete Kaden Johnson has been named the Class 3A, District 8 Player of the Year. photo by Jim Arnett

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LOUISA — Lawrence County senior athlete Kaden Johnson has been named the Class 3A, District 8 Player of the Year.

The Kentucky Football Coaches Association (KFCA) honored Johnson as the Class 3A, District 8 Player of the Year on Friday, Nov. 6.

Johnson is among the top high school football players in the state regardless of class. The Lawrence County senior excelled throughout the high school football regular season, leading Lawrence County both offensively and defensively.

On the ground, Johnson rushed 91 times for 1,116 yards and 18 touchdowns. As a receiver, Johnson hauled in 10 receptions for 262 yards and four touchdowns. Contributing as a passer, Johnson completed 16 passes for 227 yards and one touchdown. Defensively, Johnson recorded 82 tackles, two tackles for loss, five interceptions, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.

Chipping in on special teams, Johnson returned a punt for a touchdown.

Now, Johnson is leading Lawrence County in the high school football postseason. The Bulldogs are currently competing in the KHSAA Class 3A Football State Playoffs.