Martin County’s sights on Farm Bureau Bowl season opener

2024 2A state leading tackler Crayson “Bones” Lafferty of Martin County barrels downfield thanks to a block from Rex Ward (0) in Friday’s scrimmage in Inez. (Citizen photo by Brittni McCoy)

BY BRITTNI MCCOY
MOUNTAIN CITIZEN

INEZ — The wait is over. Friday night lights return to The Rock as Martin County kicks off its 2025 season in the Kentucky Farm Bureau Bowl. The Cardinals will host Lawrence County at 7:30 p.m. with the coveted crystal trophy on the line.

Coach Josh Muncy’s squad tuned up Aug. 15 with a strong scrimmage performance against Rock Hill (Ohio).

Newcomer Dillon Daniel made an immediate impact after he broke loose for a 24-yard touchdown run.

Dillion Daniel (6) of Martin County rushes behind a Jeremy Begley (23) block in a scrimmage against Rock Hill on Aug. 15 in Inez. (Citizen photo by Brittni McCoy)

Senior quarterback Devan Maynard added a rushing score, keeping Martin County within striking distance through three quarters.

With multiple tests over the summer, the focus shifts to a battle-tested Lawrence County squad.

The Bulldogs, a Class 3A program, finished 8-4 last season with decisive wins over Mason and Clay County.

Martin County enters the matchup coming off a 9-4 campaign that ended in the Class 2A regional finals against eventual state champion Beechwood.

Despite graduating 18 seniors, the Cardinals aim to build on last year’s success and prove they remain a contender.

The Martin County High School offensive line checks a play call in an Aug. 15 scrimmage versus Rock Hill at Cardinal Stadium. (Citizen photo by Brittni McCoy)

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