The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference showdown as Wayne County (Monticello, KY) travels to face Bell County (Pineville, KY) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. This early-season clash features two Kentucky programs eager to make statements—Wayne County looking to rebound from a 1-1 start and Bell County aiming to extend its unbeaten run.
Game Details
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Matchup: Wayne County (KY) @ Bell County (KY)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Bell County High School, Pineville, KY
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Wayne County Cardinals
The Cardinals come into this matchup at 1-1 overall, splitting their first two contests. Ranked #78 in Kentucky, Wayne County has shown offensive flashes, averaging 34 points per game, but must tighten up defensively to contain Bell County’s explosive attack.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #6,045
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State Rank (KY): #78
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Regional Rank: #15
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Key to Win: Control time of possession with their ground game and minimize turnovers to keep Bell’s offense off the field.
Main Squad:
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Brayden Woods – QB
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Hunter Shelton – RB
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Jayden Dishman – WR/CB
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Eli Gregory – LB
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Mason Stockton – OL/DL
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Carson Crabtree – DB
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Caleb Burchett – RB/LB
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Jackson Roberts – WR
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Brody Rains – TE/LB
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Gavin Taylor – DL
Bell County Bobcats
The Bobcats are off to a 2-0 start, riding momentum from a balanced offense that averages 40 points per game. Ranked #30 in Kentucky and among the top small-school contenders in the state, Bell County thrives on a power running game paired with a hard-hitting defense. Playing at home for the first time this season, they’ll look to defend their turf in Pineville.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #2,424
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State Rank (KY): #30
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Regional Rank: #2
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Key to Win: Establish the run early, apply defensive pressure, and capitalize on turnovers.
Main Squad:
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Daniel Thomas – RB
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Brody Jones – QB
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Wyatt Miracle – OL/DL
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Aiden Brock – LB
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Zane Collett – WR/DB
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Trevor Fuson – LB
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Landon Gambrel – RB/DB
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Hunter Robbins – OL
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Caleb Partin – DB
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Jace Miller – WR
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record | Avg. Pts/Game | Avg. Pts Allowed |
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| Wayne County | #6,045 | #78 (KY) | 1-1 | 34.0 | 25.0 |
| Bell County | #2,424 | #30 (KY) | 2-0 | 40.0 | 19.0 |
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