Football Preview: Knox Central Panthers vs. Rockcastle County Rockets
The Knox Central Panthers will venture away from home to face off against the Rockcastle County Rockets at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Knox Central is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road.
It was a proper cat-fight when Knox Central challenged Clay County on Friday. Knox Central fell to Clay County 30-24.
Meanwhile, after only three points in their last match, Rockcastle County made sure to put some points up on the board against McCreary Central on Friday. Rockcastle County simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat McCreary Central 41-12 on the road. Considering the Rockets have won four games by more than 26 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Rockcastle County's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Carter Powell, who rushed for 108 yards and two touchdowns on only 12 carries. Powell also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, picking up a sack and making three total tackles. Isaiah Jackson was another key player, gaining 143 total yards and a touchdown.
Knox Central's defeat dropped their record down to 4-4. As for Rockcastle County, their win bumped their record up to 7-1.
Knox Central took a serious blow against Rockcastle County in their previous matchup back in October of 2023, falling 52-14. Thankfully for Knox Central, Tucker Warren (who rushed for 302 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 12.1 yards per carry, and also threw for 61 yards and a touchdown) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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