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Well this score sure did surprise people. Adair was coming off a 2-4 season while Russell was 6-1 last season. The Indians had a kickoff return for TD to start this one and never looked back dominating both sides of the ball. A really impressive win for them and they will head to Campbellsville next week to play the Eagles, another team who has had their number the last couple of years.

A rivalry matchup for week one between the Indians and the Lakers and it should be a good one. These teams did not get to play last season due to COVID so they will both be chomping at the bit. Adair went 2-4 last season, while Russell went 6-0 in the regular season and was upset in the first round of district. Both teams return their starting senior QB's Luke Janes for Adair and Gavin Gossage for Russell Co and should expect good seasons from both. Russell lost far more than Adair including their 2 leading rushers, top receiver, and most of their line play. Adair brought 5 seniors back using the Supplemental rule and will have plenty of offensive weapons, but a young and inexperienced O-line.

Greg Lundy is the new head coach replacing Billy Carson, and this is his first head coaching position. Lundy has previously been an assistant at Russell County in various stints with different coaches. He also was an assistant at Adair County under Deron Breeze for 4 seasons. Lundy also has been a coach at the AAU levels. He is the father of former Adair County, Russell County, and Lindsey Wilson College standout Kel Stotts.

These 3 teams scrimmaged at Adair tonight and Adair looked like the best team which was surprising considering KCD was 1A state runner up last season. Adairs offense was rolling tonight and they seemed to score at will on both teams. KCD has another good offense as usual also. Campbellsville looks to be in rebuilding mode after a really good 3-4 year run.

Another name in this one that could be a candidate is assistant coach Greg Lundy. He has been assistant two different times at Russell as well as an assistant at Adair County for 4-5 years. Also coached on and off in travel ball, and is known for his player development especially of bigs. Is the father of former Adair and Russell County standout Kel Stotts.

Taylor County hosted a 7 on 7 Tournament today with 16 teams including Central Hardin, South Warren, Larue County, North Hardin, Western Hills, Harlan County, Bell County, and Adair County. North Hardin defeated Adair County in the finals.

Casey County has hired Billy Carson as their new head coach. Carson recently resigned as Russell County coach after 4 years there.

The first Nike EYBL games started today and will be streamed for free on the Nike EYBL website. Some kids from KY playing of note are: Kaleb Glenn (Male)- Brad Beal Elite 16U George Washington (CAL)- JL3 16U Ty Price (South Warren)- Brad Beal Elite 15U

Name I have heard mentioned around this one is recent Russell County coach Billy Carson as an option.

Former Russell County player Brian Milburn is a name to watch in this one. He has a son who will be a senior as well as one in 8th grade.

Don Irvine has resigned after one year as coach. He led Casey County to a 15-8 record, their first winning season since 1993-94.

Yes Russell normally has a very good shot to get out of the district along with Clinton County. Though recently Metcalfe has improved a lot and have made region a couple times. Its a tough place to contend in the postseason for sure.

Billy Carson has resigned as head coach. He was 46-76 in 4 seasons, leading the Lakers to one district championship and region appearance both in 2018

Some teams of note as well as players off the top of my head. Im sure there are more I forgot. Male- Kaleb Glenn, Dez Lindsey, Jack Edelen Ballard- Gabe Sisk, Maker Bar, Keno Hayden Covington Catholic- Mitchell Rylee, Chandler Starks, Evan Isparo PRP- Zee Mccown, Victor Lado, Keith Robinson Lville Western- Jamal Chambers, Trent Hinkle, Julius Edmonds Greenwood- Cade Stinnett, Aaron Brown Lincoln County- Jaxon Smith, Tramane Alcorn, Evan Smith George Rogers Clark- Samuel Parrish, Tanner Walton, Jerome Morton North Laurel- Reed Sheppard, Ryan Davidson Ashland- Collin Porter, Cole Villers Madison Central- Will Hardin, Jaylen Davis, Hagan Harrison

That Travis Perry vs Reed Sheppard matchup first game will be something else!

City of the Palms in Florida

Today the 2021 field was announced the teams with notable players are : George Rogers Clark- Jerome Morton, (Tanner Walton and Sam Parrish if both eligible) Ashland- Cole Villers and Collin Porter Belfry- 7'3 Bol Kuir Eastern- Sosthene Kamba (Did have offer from Miss St not sure if still does) Fairdale- Dalton Hicks Male- Kaleb Glenn, (Jack Edelen if eligible) Marion County- James Jewell Covington Catholic- Mitchell Rylee, Chandler Starks, Evan Isparo Lyon County- Travis Perry North Oldham- Dallas Roberts North Laurel- Reed Sheppard and Ryan Davidson Trinity- Miles Franklin Paul Dunbar- Tim Hall Dorman HS (Roebuck, SC)- 6'10 Noah Clowney Lake Highland HS (Orlando, FL) Ensworth HS (Nashville, TN)

Have seen this new Louisville Prep Academy mentioned recently. Anyone have info on who is running it or who will be playing there?

Saw some good Summer games today at Adair County. Greenwood defeated Adair 65-50. They have the look of a top 20 in the state team. Adair defeated Butler Co. 75-74. Adair returns all 5 starters and every rotation player but one from a 15-8 team. Warren Central defeated North Hardin 59-57. Central is the other co- 4th region preseason favorite with Greenwood probably, while North Hardin could be a top 5 team in the 5th region.

According to @thenesports twitter account Austin Jones has been named the head coach replacing Jared McCurry who resigned. Jones has been on the John Hardin staff as an assistant since 2016.

A couple rumors going around for this job are Pikeville native and former South Carolina State coach Murray Garvin, as well as Franklin County girls coach Joey Thacker

Cearius Warren- Fern Creek 2021 now 2022

Trent Devries- Madison Southern 2021 now 2022 Jay Rose- Madison Southern 2023 now 2024 Zach and Braden Hudson- Madison Southern 2023 now 2024

Transferring.

DeJohn Blunt- Bourbon Co. 2023 now 2024 De'Mahjae Clark- Belfry 2023 now 2024 Taylan Sorrell- Bath County 2023 now 2024 Keian Worrix- Shelby Valley 2021 now 2022