It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Knott County Central had no problem doing just that on Thursday. They came out on top against the Shelby Valley Wildcats by a score of 30-20. Winning may never get old, but the Patriots sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Shane Gibson was his usual excellent self, rushing for 230 yards and one score while picking up 8.2 yards per carry. He really tore up the turf during one magnificent 95-yard run.
Patriots
| 11/06/25 @ Shelby Valley | 410 |
| 09/26/25 vs Martin County | 140 |
| 09/19/25 vs Phelps | 216 |
| 09/05/25 @ Lynn Camp | 268 |
| 08/22/25 vs Harlan | 128 |
| + 5 more games |
Gibson was just one part of a punishing run game: Knott County Central was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 410 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in October of 2024.
Knott County Central's record is now 8-2. As for Shelby Valley, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-7.
Looking ahead, Knott County Central will head out on the road to face off against Prestonsburg at 7:00 p.m. on the 14th. The Patriots will need to watch out since the Blackcats have now posted at least 31 points in their last seven contests. Shelby Valley does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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