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Simon Kenton, Dixie, Campbell

Class 6A, District 6


1. Simon Kenton (9-4): The Pioneers improved by seven wins and split with Campbell County, getting the upper hand in a second-round playoff rematch. They could go farther than the state quarterfinals this season.

2. Campbell County (7-5): Coach Stephen Lickert's first season was a success as the Camels enjoyed a three-win improvement over the previous year. A new quarterback will be directing a potentially explosive offense.

3. Dixie Heights (3-8): The Colonels are a tough matchup for Simon Kenton, beating the Pioneers for the second year in a row last season under first-year coach Dave Brossart, who also got a district win against Ryle. "We return eight or nine starters on both sides of the ball," the coach said.

4. Ryle (3-8): The Raiders had a tough 2012, getting a lone district win against Boone County. A new quarterback will guide the offense with plenty of talented skill players as weapons.

5. Boone County (1-10): The Rebels hit a low point and changed head coaches. The new coach is Jeff Griffith, a former Bowling Green defensive coordinator. "Skill positions on both sdies of the ball will be the strenght of the team," he said. "Depth is a concern in the lines."



PRESEASON FAVORITE - SIMON KENTON

The Pioneers revved up their offense, averaging almost 25 points per game, representing an improvement of more than two touchdowns. The playmaking bend-but-don't-break defense and an exciting special teams helped the offense start possessions with good field position. That should remain a constant. Our strengths will be that we return nine starters on defense and seven starters on offense. We have a veteran football team," coach Jeff Marksberry said.



TOP CHALLENGER - CAMPBELL COUNTY

The Camels expect to replace rugged quarterback Tyler Durham with senior Avery Wood, who played wide receiver last season. But don't expect Wood to run for 1,800 yards as Durham did his senior year. Durham also threw for over 1,300 yards and had a hand in 37 touchdowns, 25 rushing. Those are big shoes. Wood completed one pass last season, but coach Lickert is confident in his offense, thanks to a quality group of receivers and an experienced tailback.



2013 PRESEASON PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Brenan Kuntz, Simon Kenton, Sr., QB, 6-3, 205. There are several top-flight receivers deserving of this choice, especially Campbell County's Jake Zabonick. There's also Simon Kenton's Grant Wassom and Dixie Heights multi-purpose back Seth Capel, but Kuntz is expected to be the big difference maker while directing the Pioneers' offense. Kuntz, who completed 57 percent of his passes for 2,098 yards and 19 TDs, and Wassom, who caught 50 passes for 800 yards, make each other better. The speedy Zabonick (28 catches, 731 yards) remains the district's most explosive playmaker.



PLAYERS TO WATCH

Michael Bacigalupo, Boone County, Jr., TE, 6-3, 210;
Patrick Berkemeyer, Campbell County, Sr., DL, 6-1, 225;
Alex Brownell, Ryle, Jr., LB/RB, 6-2, 200;
Seth Capel, Dixie Heights, Sr., RB/TE/LB, 6-1, 225;
Brendan Fisk, Dixie Heights, Sr., MLB/OL, 6-0, 225;
Aaron Floyd, Boone County, Jr., DB, 5-10, 170;
Owen Griffith, Boone County, LB, 6-3, 220;
Cam Hansel, Simon Kenton, Sr., OL, 6-2, 255;
Ryan Hill, Ryle, Sr., RB/WR, 5-8, 155;
Mikey Krallman, Simon Kenton, Sr., LB, 5-10, 190;
Drew Moore, Dixie Heights, Jr., QB, 6-3, 180;
Ben Owens, Dixie Heights, Jr., RB/LB, 6-0, 200;
Jerry Marshall, Boone County, Jr., RB, 5-9, 170;
Logan Ross, Ryle, Jr., C, 6-2, 270;
Logan Schneider, Campbell County, Sr., OL, 6-2, 275;
Lex Swoards, Ryle, Sr., OT, 6-3, 280;
Ben Walling, Simon Kenton, Sr., OL, 6-5, 285;
Grant Wassom, Simon Kenton, Sr., WR, 5-11, 185;
Avery Wood, Campbell County, Sr., QB, 5-10, 210;
Jake Zabonick, Campbell County, Sr., WR, 6-1, 200.


Class 6A, District 6 - Marc Hardin (Kentucky Enquirer)

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Class 4A, District 8

1. Johnson Central (9-3): Masters of the wishbone offense, the Golden Eagles pose a threat to rush for 3,500-plus yards every season. With some of its top offensive producers back, including quarterback Zach Gound, and running backs Daymion Belcher and Jordan Young, Johnson Central should be able to score with just about anyone.

Ashland (9-3): Sophomore running back Quinton Baker is electric, and Aaron Elam grew more and more comfortable as the guiding hand of the offense in 2012. The defense will have to make up for some lost power on the front line.

3. Rowan County (4-7): Three points separated the battle for third place, aka the tug-of-war to avoid a first round playoff date with Fort Thomas Highlands, last season as Rowan County defeated Boyd County. One of the most interesting storylines here is that Austin Gilliam, a Vikings' standout lineman, is the son of Boyd County's new head coach, John Gilliam.

4. Boyd County (5-6): Still in search of their first winning season since 2008, the Lions will rely on the leadership of longtime Morehead State assistant coach in John Gilliam to get them there.

5. Greenup County (0-10): After suffering two straight winless seasons, the Musketeers look to notch their first victory since 2010.



PRESEASON FAVORITE - JOHNSON CENTRAL

Under coach Jim Matney, Johnson Central seems to live for eliminating the seventh, eight and ninth lives of the Ashland Tomcats just about every season. In two of the past three meetings, the Golden Eagles have pulled out what some may deem miraculous one-point victories over their district archenemy. Overall, in his time at Sheldon Clark and Johnson Central, Matney is an impressive 10-3 against the Tomcats. Playing key roles in last season's district-deciding 22-21 thriller in Paintsville were quarterback Zach Gound, receiver Dalton Adkins and running back Jordan Young. Gound fired a dart to Adkins for an improbable overtime touchdown to close the gap to one before Young leaped over his offensive line for the game-winning two-point conversion. Also returning is playmaking tailback Daymion Belcher. The elusive runner tailled more than 1,000 yards as a sophomore.



INTRIGUING TEAM - ASHLAND

Tony Love takes over as head coach after 19 years as a Tomcats assistant. The former defensive coordinator wasn't left with an empty cupboard. Aaron Elam returns as the starting quarterback after rushing for 677 yards and passing for 973 yards last season. The left-hander connected with receivers for 11TDs and threw just five picks. Also back is running back Quinton Baker. A big believer in the weight room, Love will likely prefer to run a program revolved around power and discipline.



2013 PRESEASON PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Quinton Baker, Ashland, So., RB. Baker, the son of former University of Kentucky standout Al Baker, rushed for 932 yars in nine games before getting injured last season.



PLAYERS TO WATCH

Dalton Adkins, Johnson Central, Jr., WR/DB;
Jacob Barnwell, Boyd County, Jr., RB/DB;
Daymion Belcher, Aaron Elam, Ashland, Sr., QB, 5-11, 205;
Austin Gilliam, Rowan County, Sr., OL/DL, 6-2, 250;
Justin Graham, Rowan County, Jr., QB, 5-11, 170;
Luke Johnson, Ashland, Sr., DL, 6-0, 240;
Keontae Moore, Rowan County, Sr., RB/DL, 5-10, 290;
Jake Perry, Rowan County, Sr., OL/DL, 5-11, 300;
James Queen, Ashland, Sr., DB, 5-8, 155;
Jason Smith, Boyd County, Sr., WR/DB;
Zach Taylor, Rowan County, Sr., WR/DB, 6-2, 180;
Quade Ward, Johnson Central, Sr., OL/LB;
Jeffery Williams, Greenup County, Sr., FB/LB;
Jordan Young, Johnson Central, Sr., RB/DB;

[Pulp Fiction]

Class 4A, District 8

1. Johnson Central (9-3): Masters of the wishbone offense, the Golden Eagles pose a threat to rush for 3,500-plus yards every season. With some of its top offensive producers back, including quarterback Zach Gound, and running backs Daymion Belcher and Jordan Young, Johnson Central should be able to score with just about anyone.

Ashland (9-3): Sophomore running back Quinton Baker is electric, and Aaron Elam grew more and more comfortable as the guiding hand of the offense in 2012. The defense will have to make up for some lost power on the front line.

3. Rowan County (4-7): Three points separated the battle for third place, aka the tug-of-war to avoid a first round playoff date with Fort Thomas Highlands, last season as Rowan County defeated Boyd County. One of the most interesting storylines here is that Austin Gilliam, a Vikings' standout lineman, is the son of Boyd County's new head coach, John Gilliam.

4. Boyd County (5-6): Still in search of their first winning season since 2008, the Lions will rely on the leadership of longtime Morehead State assistant coach in John Gilliam to get them there.

5. Greenup County (0-10): After suffering two straight winless seasons, the Musketeers look to notch their first victory since 2010.


PRESEASON FAVORITE - JOHNSON CENTRAL

Under coach Jim Matney, Johnson Central seems to live for eliminating the seventh, eight and ninth lives of the Ashland Tomcats just about every season. In two of the past three meetings, the Golden Eagles have pulled out what some may deem miraculous one-point victories over their district archenemy. Overall, in his time at Sheldon Clark and Johnson Central, Matney is an impressive 10-3 against the Tomcats. Playing key roles in last season's district-deciding 22-21 thriller in Paintsville were quarterback Zach Gound, receiver Dalton Adkins and running back Jordan Young. Gound fired a dart to Adkins for an improbable overtime touchdown to close the gap to one before Young leaped over his offensive line for the game-winning two-point conversion. Also returning is playmaking tailback Daymion Belcher. The elusive runner tailled more than 1,000 yards as a sophomore.



INTRIGUING TEAM - ASHLAND

Tony Love takes over as head coach after 19 years as a Tomcats assistant. The former defensive coordinator wasn't left with an empty cupboard. Aaron Elam returns as the starting quarterback after rushing for 677 yards and passing for 973 yards last season. The left-hander connected with receivers for 11TDs and threw just five picks. Also back is running back Quinton Baker. A big believer in the weight room, Love will likely prefer to run a program revolved around power and discipline.



2013 PRESEASON PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Quinton Baker, Ashland, So., RB. Baker, the son of former University of Kentucky standout Al Baker, rushed for 932 yars in nine games before getting injured last season.



PLAYERS TO WATCH

Dalton Adkins, Johnson Central, Jr., WR/DB;
Jacob Barnwell, Boyd County, Jr., RB/DB;
Daymion Belcher, Aaron Elam, Ashland, Sr., QB, 5-11, 205;
Austin Gilliam, Rowan County, Sr., OL/DL, 6-2, 250;
Justin Graham, Rowan County, Jr., QB, 5-11, 170;
Luke Johnson, Ashland, Sr., DL, 6-0, 240;
Keontae Moore, Rowan County, Sr., RB/DL, 5-10, 290;
Jake Perry, Rowan County, Sr., OL/DL, 5-11, 300;
James Queen, Ashland, Sr., DB, 5-8, 155;
Jason Smith, Boyd County, Sr., WR/DB;
Zach Taylor, Rowan County, Sr., WR/DB, 6-2, 180;
Quade Ward, Johnson Central, Sr., OL/LB;
Jeffery Williams, Greenup County, Sr., FB/LB;
Jordan Young, Johnson Central, Sr., RB/DB;

What's up with Greenup Co.???
I remember hating to play Greenup because you always felt like they were one play away from landing the 'knock-out' shot.

But the past 2 seasons (and I mean this in the best/nicest way possible) but they haven't even been competitive. I felt bad for them last season when they played @ JC.

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Thanks Strike Out

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5a district 4 please.Thanks in advance

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can you post 5a district 4 please?