Blowout after blowout. That was the theme of Friday night’s KHSAA football semifinal slate. Not a single game was decided by less than two scores.
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Pikeville (13-2) def. Raceland (12-2) — 36-7: Pikeville took control of Raceland from the opening possession and never looked back. They now find themselves back in the state championship for the fourth time since 2015.
Russellville (12-1) def. Bethlehem (11-3) — 31-24: Quarterback Lennon Ries went 8-12 for 145 yards and two touchdowns. He was complemented by running back Jovari Gamble’s 180 yards and two scores.