This time last year, Logan County picked up their first win in four years with a 56-27 win over Todd County Central.
Now, in one of the most remarkable turnarounds in Kentucky High School Football history, the Cougars are a flawless 10-0 and are preparing to host a playoff game for the first time since before 1998 – as far as KHSAA records are concerned.
On Friday evening, the Cougars will host 0-10 Warren Central with the goal of winning their first playoff game since 2009.
Logan County
Head Coach: Todd Adler (2nd season)
2017 Record: 10-0
The Cougars have brought an explosive balanced attack to the film room of opposing teams in 2017, racking up 2,164 yards on the ground and 1,498 yards through the air. Sophomore running back Gary Hardy has carried most of the load for the Cougars this season, running for 1,098 yards and eight touchdowns. Sophomore quarterback Tyler Ezell has tossed for 1,455 yards and 16 touchdowns on the season while also running for 610 yards and eight more scores. Junior wideout Dontavius Blann has hauled in 25 catches for 338 yards and six touchdowns while junior receiver Chandler Silvey has caught 21 balls for 376 yards and five touchdowns. Sensational junior defensive lineman Caden McKinnis has tallied a team-leading 78 tackles for a Cougar defense that has allowed 12.7 points per game this season.
Key Players:
- RB Gary Hardy: 1,098 rushing yards, eight rushing touchdowns
- QB Tyler Ezell: 1,455 passing yards, 16 passing touchdowns; 610 rushing yards, eight rushing touchdowns
- DL Caden McKinnis: 78 tackles
Warren Central
Head Coach: Joel Taylor (2nd season)
2017 Record: 0-10
The winless Dragons have played through the 2017 season with one thing that most other teams struggle to find out of every player – heart. The going has been tough for Warren Central, but if there is one thing that Joel Taylor is happy about, it’s the effort and dedication shown by his young squad each and every game. Statistically, senior running back DJ Tyner has run for 694 yards and three touchdowns. Junior running back/linebacker Xavier Patrick-Brown has run for 133 yards while also tying Tyner and Kaleb Metcalfe with three interceptions on defense. Without a doubt, the Dragons continue to fight through adversity and are getting better and better every game.
Key Players:
- RB DJ Tyner: 694 rushing yards, three rushing touchdowns; three interceptions, 50 tackles
- RB/LB Xavier Patrick-Brown: 133 rushing yards; three interceptions, 49 tackles
- WR/DB Kaleb Metcalfe: 119 receiving yards; three interceptions, one INT touchdown
