Football Recap: Johnson Central Makes It Six in a Row at Home + How To Watch

By Team Reports Sep 19, 2025, 1:24pm

Football Recap: Johnson Central Golden Eagles vs. Pikeville Panthers

HOW TO WATCH: This game can be replayed on the NFHS Network, the official streaming partner of the KY High School Athletic Assn. (KHSAA) & Johnson Central High School. Watch Full Replay

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Johnson Central won the last time they faced Pikeville and things went their way on Friday too. The Golden Eagles were the clear victors by a 35-14 margin over the Panthers. Considering the Golden Eagles have won three games by more than 20 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.

When it comes to explaining why Pikeville lost, don't look at Mikey Hager. Despite the final result, he picked up 102 receiving yards and one TD.

Golden Eagles

Previous 6 Games (Home)

09/12/25 vs Pikeville35-14
08/29/25 vs Madison Central15-14
08/23/25 vs Letcher County Central47-6
11/08/24 vs Grant County49-7
10/18/24 vs Greenup County67-42
10/11/24 vs Rowan County48-6

Johnson Central pushed their record up to 4-0 with the win, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season. Those home victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 43.5 points over those games. As for Pikeville, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.

Coming up, Johnson Central will look to defend their home field on Friday against Pulaski County at 7:30 p.m. As for Pikeville, they will head out to square off against Belfry at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.

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