Class A football preseason top 10

School

2015 record

Josh Moore’s comment

1. Pikeville

13-2 (champs)

Blake Charles and Evan Rhodes look to replace Daric Pugh’s production.

2. Beechwood

13-2

Tigers were *this* close to first title in nearly 10 years before losing control.

3. Russellville

11-3

Panthers graduated just five seniors from team that lost to Beechwood.

4. Raceland

7-5

Coach Michael Salmons says this senior class is among largest he’s had.

5. Paintsville

13-1

Where do the Tigers go after the departure of Mr. Football Kash Daniel?

6. Hazard

10-3

Cory Smith, who was Class A’s sixth-best rusher, returns as a junior.

7. Louisville Holy Cross

7-6

Bob Bronger back with program after coaching Cougars from 1990-1992.

8. Harlan

9-3

After Pikeville and Russellville, no small school scored more than Harlan.

9. Kentucky Country Day

6-6

Senior Jared Frank a threat to throw, catch and run in Bearcats’ offense.

10. Nicholas County

6-5

Can Zach Richardson’s legs carry Bluejackets to a regional final?