The 2025 high school football season continues in Kentucky with an exciting non-conference matchup as Martin County (Inez, KY) travels to face Betsy Layne (KY) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both teams are 1-1, setting the stage for a competitive showdown under the lights.
Game Details
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Matchup: Martin County (KY) @ Betsy Layne (KY)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Betsy Layne High School, Betsy Layne, KY
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Martin County Cardinals
The Cardinals come in at 1-1, ranked #8,404 nationally and #114 in Kentucky. With 49 points scored and 55 allowed through two games, Martin County has shown offensive ability but will look for stronger defensive execution. A win on the road would give them momentum heading deeper into September.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #8,404
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State Rank (KY): #114
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Key to Win: Establish their ground game early, cut down on penalties, and tighten defensive coverage against Betsy Layne’s explosive playmakers.
Main Squad:
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Devan Maynard – QB/RB
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Rex Ward – WR
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Crayson Lafferty – LB
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Hunter Davis – RB/DB
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Mason Johnson – WR/DB
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Caleb Reed – TE/LB
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Logan Carter – OL/DL
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Aiden Scott – DL
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Jordan Ellis – LB
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Ryan Thomas – DB
Betsy Layne Bobcats
The Bobcats also enter at 1-1, ranked #10,736 nationally and #162 in Kentucky. They’ve scored an impressive 86 points in two games, though they’ve given up 75, showing a high-scoring but risky style of play. Playing at home, Betsy Layne will look to ride their offense to another big performance.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #10,736
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State Rank (KY): #162
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Key to Win: Use their offensive firepower to control momentum, limit turnovers, and shore up their defensive line.
Main Squad:
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Tom Johnson – QB
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Zyon Wharton – WR
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Bryson Ford – LB
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Tristian Dillard – RB
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Deasian Harris – DL
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Marcus Allen – WR/DB
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Cameron Lewis – TE/LB
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Isaiah Carter – OL/DL
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Jordan Miller – LB
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Chris Thompson – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Martin County | #8,404 | #114 (KY) | 1-1 |
| Betsy Layne | #10,736 | #162 (KY) | 1-1 |
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