The Central (Louisville, KY) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Garrard County (Lancaster, KY) on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m.

What: Kentucky High School Football
Who: Central (KY) vs Garrard County (KY)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 3A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

A Comparison of Garrard County and Central’s Football Seasons (2024-2025)

As the 2024-2025 football season continues, both Garrard County and Central High School in Kentucky have posted impressive records in their respective districts and overall performance. With contrasting playing styles, team strengths, and standout players, each team has showcased remarkable talent that sets them apart. Below is a detailed comparison of their season performance, team statistics, and key players.

Team Records and Performance Overview

Garrard County (7-3 overall, 1-1 district)
Garrard County has had a solid season with a 7-3 overall record. Their district performance sits at 1-1, with a strong 4-0 record at home but only a 2-3 record on the road. Their win percentage stands at .700, while their district win percentage is .500. They have scored 307 points while allowing 177, with an average of 37.3 points per game.

Central (8-3 overall, 3-0 district)
Central has had an even more successful run this season, posting an 8-3 overall record and a perfect 3-0 in district play. Their home record is particularly strong, with 6 wins to just 1 loss, while their away record stands at 2-2. Central’s overall win percentage is .727, and their district win percentage is a flawless 1.000. Central has been dominant on both sides of the ball, scoring 442 points while only allowing 115.

Scoring Breakdown

The scoring analysis reveals a marked difference in how the teams distribute their points across quarters:

• Garrard County:
  • Q1: 14.0
  • Q2: 9.0
  • Q3: 9.3
  • Q4: 0
  • Final: 30.7
• Central:
  • Q1: 3.0
  • Q2: 3.5
  • Q3: 3.0
  • Q4: 0
  • Final: 40.2

While Garrard County tends to put up a strong performance in the first quarter, Central shows greater consistency throughout the game, particularly in their ability to score steadily across all four quarters.

Team Stat Comparison

• Rushing Yards Per Game: Garrard County excels in the rushing game, averaging 294.0 yards per game, significantly higher than Central’s 172.6 yards.
• Passing Yards Per Game: Central has a slight advantage in passing yards per game, with 50.5 compared to Garrard County’s 27.3.
• Receiving Yards Per Game: Garrard County again outpaces Central in receiving yards, averaging 55.0 yards compared to Central’s 21.6 yards.
• Total Yards Per Game: Garrard County leads with 344.5 total yards per game compared to Central’s 294.5.
• Tackles Per Game: Garrard County leads with 46.5 tackles per game, reflecting a strong defensive effort.
• Sacks Per Game: Garrard County also records more sacks per game (1.4) compared to Central’s 0.4.
• Points Per Game: Garrard County averages 37.3 points per game, while Central averages 40.2, showcasing their offensive efficiency.

Key Players to Watch

• Garrard County:
  • Cortez Stone is a standout player, leading the team in rushing yards with 172.6 yards per game and total yards with 183.4 per game. He also contributes significantly to the scoring with an average of 19.0 points per game.
  • Jermaine Walker, with 27.3 passing yards per game, and Amontez “Koolaid” Woolfolk, who leads in receiving yards at 21.6, are also vital contributors to the team’s offensive strategies.
  • Avaion Johnson leads in tackles, averaging 5.4 per game, and Micah Williams is the top player for sacks, averaging 0.4 sacks per game.
• Central:
  • Jermaine Walker has been solid with 51.6 passing yards per game.
  • Amontez “Koolaid” Woolfolk, who averages 17.4 receiving yards per game, is one of Central’s key offensive weapons.
  • Defensively, Micah Williams is strong on the line with 0.2 sacks per game and Avaion Johnson leading the way with 5.4 tackles per game.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some common opponents this season. Both Garrard County and Central defeated Casey County and Elizabethtown, with Garrard County beating Casey County 49-0 and Elizabethtown 35-7, while Central beat Casey County 64-0 and Elizabethtown 61-3. These victories highlight the consistent strength both teams have demonstrated, though Central’s margin of victory in these games has been notably larger.

Conclusion

Both Garrard County and Central have shown great potential in the 2024-2025 football season. While Garrard County has excelled in rushing and total yardage, Central has demonstrated superior consistency in scoring and an impressive defensive performance. The two teams will continue to build on their strengths as they advance through the season, but one thing is clear: both teams are ready to compete at the highest level and are contenders in Kentucky high school football.