The 2025 high school football season continues with an exciting non-conference clash as East Carter (Grayson, KY) travels to face Boyd County (Ashland, KY) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will be hosted at Boyd County High School, featuring two strong Kentucky programs looking to make a statement early in the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: East Carter (KY) @ Boyd County (KY)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Boyd County High School, Ashland, KY
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East Carter Raiders
The Raiders enter this matchup at 1-1, showing both offensive firepower and areas for improvement. Ranked #90 in Kentucky and #6,863 nationally, East Carter bounced back from an early setback with a 42-7 win over Rowan County. Their ability to put points on the board (35 PPG) will be key against Boyd County’s balanced attack.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #6,863
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State Rank (KY): #90
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Key to Win: Start fast offensively and maintain defensive discipline to limit Boyd County’s late-game scoring runs.
Main Squad:
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Brayden Sexton – QB
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Hunter McDavid – RB
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Michael Carter – WR
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Dylan Reed – LB
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Jayden Thomas – DB
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Logan Stephens – OL/DL
Boyd County Lions
Boyd County comes in hot with a perfect 2-0 record, ranked #55 in Kentucky and #4,427 nationally. The Lions have displayed strong consistency, averaging 36 PPG while holding opponents to just 19 PPG. With home-field advantage and confidence from back-to-back road wins, Boyd County looks to remain undefeated.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #4,427
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State Rank (KY): #55
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Key to Win: Establish control early with their run-pass balance and pressure East Carter’s secondary to avoid giving up big plays.
Main Squad:
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Carson Crum – QB
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Jordan Webb – RB
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Tyler Martin – WR
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Eli Daniels – LB
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Connor Hall – DB
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Isaiah Collins – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| East Carter | #6,863 | #90 (KY) | 1-1 |
| Boyd County | #4,427 | #55 (KY) | 2-0 |
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