The year in sports featured plenty of highs and a few lows. The 2018 calendar year included championships, memorable moments, and untimely passings.
Two schools separated by less than 15 miles both reached the pinnacle – with state championships in their respective classes.
The teams combined for a 29-1 record, the lone blemish Franklin’s defeat to South Warren, with both teams securing their titles with thrilling finishes.
Franklin-Simpson made it two straight 4A titles with a 14-12 win over Johnson Central. The Wildcats got a stop on a two-point conversion in the final minute to preserve the win in the third straight meeting between Franklin and Johnson Central in the 4A final.