Central Kentucky Standouts: Week 8

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Central Kentucky continues to be a hotbed for talent across the Bluegrass. These prospects stood out among their peers on Friday night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2091044"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6acbd4585eb4b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2091044' first='Foxx' last='Coons'] did just about everything right during Woodford County's 56-34 win over Collins during Week 8. Coons completed 23 of 29 passes for 267 yards and five touchdowns. He made very few mistakes and executed the Yellow Jackets' offense with confidence. He spread the ball to three different receivers on scoring plays. Coons managed the game well; even when Collins brought it back to within a field goal in the second half, he stayed cool, calm, and collected and make very few mistakes throughout the night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2399316"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6acbd4585eb9a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2399316' first='Tyree' last='Richardson'] was one of two 100-yard rushers for Lafayette during the Generals' 35-0 win over Henry Clay last week. He finished the game with 11 carries for 104 yards (9.1 ypc) and a touchdown. Richardson also showcased his explosiveness in the pass game, hauling in a single reception and taking it 64 yards to the house. The speedy, hole-hitting tailback has 682 rushing yards this season as one of two main running backs for Lafayette. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2074522"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6acbd4585ebd0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2074522' first='Thurman' last='Wade'] recorded the game-sealing interception for Frederick Douglass in its 21-14 win over Madison Central to open district play. He finished the game with 10 total tackles (7 solo) and 0.5 tackles for loss. Wade provides a lengthy, physical presence in the middle of Douglass' defense, but can also rush the EDGE and blow up the backfield. Wade is committed to Tiffin University, but he picked up an offer closer to home from Kentucky State after this showing. Head coach Nathan McPeek says Wade is "playing his best ball currently." </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2053715"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6acbd4585ec12"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2053715' first='Jairus' last='Jackson'] was key offensively during Woodford County's high-scoring district win over Collins during Week 8. He was the team's leading rusher with 108 yards on 8 carries, averaging 13.5 yards per carry. He scored a second-half touchdown and was an explosive presence on special teams. One of a few viable running back options for the Yellow Jackets, Jackson stands out as a shifty, speed threat who can beat you outside and up the seams. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2247826"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6acbd4585ec41"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Scott County defeated South Oldham 55-18 to improve to 7-1 this season, and had a ton of help from [player_tooltip player_id='2247826' first='Parker' last='Adkins'] offensively during that effort. Adkins, who is listed as a linebacker and guard on the Cardinals' roster, earned 13 carries on Friday night, in which he rushed for 133 yards (10.2 yards per attempt) and three touchdowns. He added a pair of tackles on defense, too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2445602"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6acbd4585ec81"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Semaj DeShields averaged 9.1 yards per carry on 17 attempts for 155 yards and four touchdowns during a 55-14 win over Montgomery County on Friday night. Madison Southern's featured running back, DeShields, shows a lot of heart and effort on the field. He isn't the biggest player on the field, but he can lead block very well. When he's given the ball, DeShields doesn't show off his speed and agility right away. He is a patient runner who follows his blocks and waits for a hole to open before making a play with the ball in his hands. So far this season, DeShields has 124 rushing attempts for 684 yards and 11 touchdowns. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2385535"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6acbd4585ecbc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2385535' first='Aaron' last='Jones'] starred in Franklin County's 62-0 win over Grant County during Week 8. He caught four passes, but scored touchdowns (2) on half of his receptions (4) for an explosive 118 yards. Jones is a solid route-runner who explodes off the line of scrimmage and into his route. He's currently averaging 23.5 yards per reception as a result. Jones has been potent all season, leading his team with 33 receptions for 774 yards and eight touchdowns through the air. As a sophomore, Jones has a bright future ahead of him at Franklin County. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Also of note:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>East Jessamine 2030 RB Ty'Sean Ray -- 21 rush, 128 yds, 6.1 ypc, 2PT<br>Franklin County 2028 QB [player_tooltip player_id='1056924' first='Knox' last='Barrett'] -- 7-for-10, 154 yds, 3 TD<br>Danville 2029 RB [player_tooltip player_id='1311186' first='Jayvian' last='Meaux'] -- 25 rush, 154 yds, 6.2 ypc, TD<br>Danville 2027 ATH Chandon Carter -- 6 total tackles, 1 INT</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->