The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as South Laurel (London, KY) travels to face Knox Central (Barbourville, KY) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. South Laurel looks to remain unbeaten, while Knox Central aims to protect its home field and get above .500.
Game Details
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Matchup: South Laurel (KY) @ Knox Central (KY)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Knox Central High School, Barbourville, KY
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South Laurel Cardinals
The Cardinals have come out firing in 2025, starting the year 2-0 and outscoring opponents 96-36. Ranked #110 in Kentucky and #8,231 nationally, South Laurel has averaged a remarkable 48 points per game, showcasing both offensive firepower and defensive resilience. With confidence riding high, they’ll look to continue their strong form on the road.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #8,231
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State Rank (KY): #110
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Regional Rank: #20
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Key to Win: Keep the offensive tempo high, build early leads, and limit Knox Central’s ability to grind out long drives.
Main Squad:
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Eli Johnson – QB
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Noah Mitchell – RB
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Carter Daniels – WR
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Landon Smith – WR/DB
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Hunter Roberts – TE/LB
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Micah Thompson – OL
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Blake Morgan – DL
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Owen Taylor – LB
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Jaxon Green – DB
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Caleb Hall – OL/DL
Knox Central Panthers
The Panthers sit at 1-1, ranked #128 in Kentucky and #8,937 nationally. They’ve averaged 21 points per game through two contests but have allowed 53 points. Returning home after a road win, Knox Central will rely on its physicality and balanced attack to challenge an undefeated South Laurel squad.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #8,937
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State Rank (KY): #128
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Regional Rank: #20
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Key to Win: Control the clock with their ground game, force turnovers, and take advantage of home-field energy.
Main Squad:
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Mason Mills – QB
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Brayden Cole – RB
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Isaiah Lawson – WR/DB
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Aiden Brock – WR
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Dalton Reed – LB
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Chase Johnson – DL
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Evan Gilbert – OL
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Ryan Wells – DB
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Colton Turner – TE/LB
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Landon Perry – OL/DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record | Avg. Pts/Game | Avg. Pts Allowed |
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| South Laurel | #8,231 | #110 (KY) | 2-0 | 48.0 | 18.0 |
| Knox Central | #8,937 | #128 (KY) | 1-1 | 21.0 | 26.5 |
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