November, 2017
11/29/17 – State Cheer and Dance Championships Tickets Available
Fans can now order tickets online to the 2017 KHSAA State Competitive Cheer Championships as well as the State Dance Championships.
The State Cheer Championships are scheduled for Dec. 8-9 at Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. General Admission tickets are $10 each, with 10 and under admitted for free. The Horse Park will be charging $5 a vehicle for parking.
The State Dance Championships are scheduled for Dec.16 at Frederick Douglass High School in Lexington. General Admission tickets are $10 each, with 10 and under admitted for free. There is no charge for parking at FDHS.
State Cheer Information
Cheer Homepage
http://khsaa.org/sports/sports-activities/competitive-cheer/
Game Day Cheer Schedule of Performances
http://khsaa.org/2017-game-day-cheer-detailed-order-of-appearance/
2 1/2 Minute Cheer Schedule of Performances
http://khsaa.org/2017-competitive-cheer-detailed-station-time-schedule/
State Dance Information
Dance Homepage
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Reflections on Bourbon County’s championship season, 20 years later
BY MIKE FIELDS (Nov. 29, 2017)
When Bourbon County captured the Class 2A title in 1997, it was regarded as one of the most improbable football championships in state history. The Colonels hadn’t had a winning record in a decade, and had NEVER won a playoff game before Dudley Hilton took over as their coach in mid-summer 20 years ago.
Bourbon County posted a 7-3 record in the regular season before embarking on a remarkable run through the post-season. After slipping by Somerset 15-12 in the first round of the playoffs, the Colonels registered consecutive shutouts against Boyle County (24-0), Lexington Catholic (20-0) and Lawrence County (14-0). They capped things off by beating Owensboro Catholic 39-28 in the finals on a bitter-cold night at Louisville’s Cardinal Stadium.
Two decades later, I was curious to hear some of the key players on that Bourbon County team reminisce about their championship season.
They were teenagers then. They’re in […]
11/29/17 – 2017 Russell Athletic/KHSAA Commonwealth Gridiron Bowl Broadcast Info
For Immediate Release: November 29, 2017
The state football finals return to Lexington for the first time since 1976 on Friday at 2 p.m. when Beechwood (11-2) takes on Raceland (10-4) in the 1A Championship of the 2017 Russell Athletic/KHSAA Commonwealth Gridiron Bowl at Kroger Field. The action continues Friday night at 7 p.m. when Boyle County (13-1) faces Corbin (13-1) in the 3A Championship.
Saturday’s slate features three contests at Kroger Field, starting with Mayfield (13-1) versus Danville (14-0) in the 2A Championship at 1 p.m. Franklin-Simpson (11-3) and Johnson Central (12-2) will square off at 4:30 p.m. in a rematch of last year’s 4A Championship game, followed by Covington Catholic (14-0) and Madison Southern (11-3) in the 5A Championship at 8 p.m. The 2017 Russell Athletic/KHSAA Commonwealth Gridiron Bowl concludes Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. when Trinity (Lou.) (14-0) takes on St. Xavier (12-2) in the 6A Championship.
Since last played in Lexington […]
11/27/17 – NFHS Part 2 Exam Online for Basketball, Wrestling and Swimming Diving Officials
NFHS Part 2 Tests for licensed officials in the sports of Basketball, Wrestling and Swimming & Diving are now available online. The Part 2 exams, required for postseason eligibility, will be open until Monday, Dec. 11 at 11:59 p.m. (ET).
The tests will automatically close at that exact time. Login at http://officials.khsaa.org/authorize/ to take the test. A minimum score of 80 on the exam is required to be considered for assignment to officiate postseason play.
First-year officials are not required to take the exam, however, if any first-year official has completed licensing requirements, the test may be taken.
Any official determined to have been involved in the improper administration of the exam, including taking it for another official or having it taken by another official, will have the score disregarded for the year and be subject to other penalties in compliance with the jurisdiction of the office through the Federal Court Decree.
Please keep […]
11/25/17- Many Lexington Business Offering Discounts for Football Final Attendees
Lexington is rolling out the welcome mat as several businesses are offering discounts to KHSAA State Football final ticket holders in town for the championship game!
Attendees holding a ticket stub from a game of the 2017 Russell Athletic/KHSAA Commonwealth Gridiron Bowl will receive discounts at the following local vendors, including special discounts to other contests in town being hosted by the University.
Restaurants providing discounts with presentation of ticket stub
A.P. Suggins Bar & Grill
Free non-alcoholic beverage
Alfalfa
10% discount
Athenian Grill
15% discount at all locations
Bourbon n’ Toulouse
$1.00 off
Clawdaddy’s
15% discount
Corto Lima
Free queso blanco with limit of one per table
J. Render’s Southern Table & Bar
10% discount
Minglewood
15% discount
Minton’s
10% discount
Palmers Fresh Grill
A free shareable with purchase of an entrée
Ramsey’s Diner
Teams and Coaches get 20% off. If any team would like to eat at Ramsey’s please call and make reservations […]
11/19/17 – Dawahares/KHSAA Hall Of Fame Class Of 2018 Inductees Announced
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 19, 2017
LEXINGTON – The Kentucky High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame Class of 2018 was announced today in a press conference at the KHSAA Offices. The 13 members in this year’s class will be the 31st inducted into the Dawahares/KHSAA Hall of Fame, and consists of former high school coaches, athletes, officials, administrators, and contributors. The Class of 2018 will be inducted in ceremonies scheduled for Saturday, April 21, 2018, at the Hilton. The Class of 2018 will also be recognized during the semifinals of the 2018 Whitaker Bank/KHSAA Boys’ Sweet 16®. The induction of the 13-member Class of 2018 will bring the total number of honorees in the Hall of Fame to 469.
Brian Brohm (Trinity (Lou.)) – The 2003 Mr. Football honoree, Brian Brohm led Trinity (Lou.) to three-consecutive state championships from 2001-03 while amassing 10,579 passing yards and 119 touchdown passes for the Shamrocks. A multi-sport […]
11/16/17- 2017 Wrestling Rules Clarifications Including Experimental Weigh-in
To further our efforts in communications across the wrestling community, we have developed this post as a list of questions that have come to the staff from both Coaches and Officials concerning this year’s playing rules. As new questions arise, we will update this post for everyone’s clarification.
As an experimental rule, the Association wanted to address the possible problem of weigh-ins for female wrestlers when the Officials’ assigned to the match along with the Coaching staffs and event management are all male. To help give some relief to this situation, we are experimenting with an alternative weigh-in procedure. This is not intended as a rule change for all weigh-ins, but a means to accommodate those special situations that might arise that make the standard procedure difficult from a management perspective.
The following are questions that have been submitted, along with our interpretation of the Experimental Weigh-in Rule for Females when no females in tournament […]
11/16/17 – Board of Control Addresses Future Basketball Calendar, Regional Alignment and State Advancement
For Immediate Release: November 16, 2017
The Board of Control conducted a regularly scheduled meeting at the KHSAA Offices on Wednesday morning, during which time it addressed a future basketball scheduling conflict, the placement of a new school in 2018-19 and revised state qualifying in two championships.
With a facility conflict pending at Rupp Arena in 2021 due to the venue hosting first round games of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, an adjustment to the basketball calendar was necessary to accommodate the Sweet 16®. In addition, the girls’ basketball tournament was previously awarded to Rupp Arena in 2019 and 2020, with an option to extend to 2021 and 2022.
Based upon recommendation from staff, the Board approved a proposal to shift the start of the basketball season forward one week, for the 2020-21 season only, and adjust the corresponding dates calendar accordingly. The Commissioner was also authorized to begin […]
SW125-Regular Season Swim Meet Form
Loading…11/14/17 – 2018 KHSAA Hall of Fame Press Conference This Sunday; Football Championship Tickets On Sale
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 14, 2017
The Kentucky High School Athletic Association will hold a press conference on Sunday, November 19 at 2 p.m. to announce the Dawahares/KHSAA Hall of Fame Class of 2018. The Hall of Fame announcement will take place at the KHSAA Offices in Lexington (2280 Executive Drive).
The 2018 Hall of Fame banquet will be held Saturday, April 21 at the Hilton Hotel in downtown Lexington (369 W. Vine Street). Ticket information for the banquet will be available at KHSAA.org in the coming weeks. For more information on the Hall of Fame, or to submit a nomination, visit http://khsaa.org/special-programs/dawahareskhsaa-hall-of-fame/.
2017 Russell Athletic/KHSAA Commonwealth Gridiron Tickets Available Online
Tickets for the 2017 Russell Athletic/KHSAA Commonwealth Gridiron Bowl are available for purchase online at KHSAA.org as both full championship sets and individual game orders. Reserved sets (all six games) are available in the Woodford Reserve Club for $150 or the Field Level […]
11/13/17 – Bowling Rules Clinic is Now Available Online
The mandatory online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport-activity of Bowling is available beginning today, November 13, 2017. Remember, the clinic is required of all coaches at the varsity, junior varsity and freshmen levels, and whether or not the coach receives pay. Below is additional information:
COACHES
- November 13 to December 23 (Coaches) – the Bowling Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
- December 24 to January 12 (Coaches) – the Bowling Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.
- January 13 to January 26 (Coaches) – the Bowling Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($200) per the Bylaw 27 schedule during this period. After this time, postseason penalties per Bylaw 27 will apply.
The presentation can be viewed on most PC or Mac desktops and laptops, […]
11/10/17- Special Activities in Conjunction with NCAA Field Hockey in Louisville
During the 2016-17 school year, the Board of Control approved an extension of the KHSAA sponsorship of Field Hockey for a three-year period. During this period, the current participating teams were charged with promotion of the sport and attempting to measure its growth within the membership. The current participating schools have done an admirable job and have offered to come to different parts of the state and do instructional clinics, answer questions, and show the value of this sport that has been played in our state for more than fifty years and represents an opportunity for increased participation by female students.
In addition to these efforts, we are excited to promote three additional opportunities to expand knowledge about this sport in conjunction with the NCAA Field Hockey Championship Games being held in Louisville the weekend of November 18 and 19 in events co-sponsored by USA Field Hockey, the National Field Hockey Coaches Association, the Kentucky […]
Record-setting QB Bill Allen ‘amazed’ at numbers that passed him by
BY MIKE FIELDS (Nov. 10, 2017)
When Bill Allen happened upon the lists of state football records on the KHSAA web site recently, he was stunned by some of the numbers he saw.
“I couldn’t believe what I was seeing,” he said. “Some of the stats were just amazing.”
Allen was particularly interested in the passing records.
After all, he was the Courier-Journal’s first-team All-State quarterback in 1983, and finished his career at Morgan County as the state’s all-time leader in passing yards (6,440). He also ranked near the top in completions (443), attempts (800) and touchdown passes (42).
But 34 years later, Allen’s numbers have been left in the dust.
Kentucky high school football became a high-flying passing game for a lot of teams in the 1990s, and it’s been airborne ever since.
Allen thinks the change happened in large part because UK coach Hal Mumme unleashed his Air Raid offense, and Leslie County […]
11/09/17- Bylaw 9 Rulings
Recently, the ruling officer for Bylaw 9 handed down sanctions to student-athletes from Lafayette, Frederick Douglass, Scott County, Montgomery County and South Laurel after school administrators proactively self-reported violations to the Association. The violations centered around an organized basketball contest involving students in member schools after the start of school but prior to the first day of allowable practice.
The KHSAA enforces the rules its membership approves, and though the event in question resulted in a minimal penalty (a one-game suspension) for the participating student-athletes, the Bylaw 9 violation is hardly unique to this specific event. Several other events in various parts of the state resulted in similar sanctions as required by the rule. Despite the constant education efforts of Association staff, this situation could have easily been avoided had adjustments been made to the event’s format, setup and participant composition. The rule is well known to the athletes, member school coaches, member school athletic […]
11/08/17- High School Playoff Games Again Asked to Honor Veterans at Week 2 Games
Every high school hosting a KHSAA football playoff game is again asked to honor all veterans and active duty military at events near Veteran’s Day. This is a great way to recognize our veterans and active duty military and hopefully reinforce the importance of their sacrifices and the meaning of Veteran’s Day. The KHSAA is grateful to be able to participate again during 2017.
For the second round of the football playoffs at home sites November 10, each host school is asked to request all veterans and active duty military in attendance to stand and be recognized for their contributions.
The KHSAA is certainly proud to be a part of this recognition and hopeful that this simple acknowledgment will convey a powerful message of thanks on the part of the school and the community in general.
2017 Russell Athletic/KHSAA State Football Tickets Availability
Class 1A, 12/1, 2 pm ET
Beechwood vs. Raceland
Click purchase Woodford Reserve, Field Club Reserved or General Admission Tickets for the Class 1A game (includes parking)
Beechwood vs. Raceland
Class 3A, 12/1, 7 pm ET
Boyle County vs. Corbin
Click purchase Woodford Reserve, Field Club Reserved or General Admission Tickets for the Class 3A game (includes parking)
Boyle County vs. Corbin
Class 2A, […]
11/02/17 – Information On Ordering Tickets to 2017 Russell Athletic/KHSAA State Football Finals
It is again time for us to take orders for advance tickets to the 2017 Russell Athletic/KHSAA State Football Finals. Here are some notes about this year’s finals.
- The games will be played at Kroger FIeld at the University of Kentucky in Lexington.
- Advance ticket purchases INCLUDE parking charges. There will be no additional parking charge for those holding a pre-purchased ticket.
- All tickets ordered in advance will be held at will call at the stadium for distribution beginning on Friday morning, December 1 at the main stadium box office near Gate 9.
- The schedule for this year’s event has games scheduled as follows (All times Eastern):
- Friday, December 1st – 1A – 2 PM, 3A – 7 PM
- Saturday, December 2nd – 2A – 1 PM, 4A – 4:30 PM, 5A – 8:00 PM
- Sunday, December 3rd – 6A – 2 PM
11/02/17 – State Cross Country Meet New Feature
The KHSAA is excited to notify all its competitors, coaches and fans of an additional feature for the 2017 KHSAA State Cross Country Meet made available through our great event staff that is handling the timing system.
An additional timing mat will be placed on the course at the three-mile mark. This will allow the recording of three (3) split times for student-athletes during the race and serves to enhance the participation experience for both the students and the fans. We will now have a total of four (4) timing mats on the course- at the one-mile marker, two-mile marker and three-mile markers, and at the finish line.
We are grateful for the fantastic team of people who come together to manage this great event and wanted to be sure all competitors were notified in advance.
Please continue to direct your questions concerning the meet to Sarah Bridenbaugh sbridenbaugh@khsaa.org.
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[…]11/02/17- First Phase (T35 Report) Open for Title IX Reporting Entry for 2017-18
The initial phase of entry for the 2017-2018 Title IX Reports, the ability to enter the financial information from 2016-17 to be entered on the form T-35, is available and online at schools.khsaa.org. There have only minimal changes based on the great cooperation and feedback from the membership.
T35 EMPHASIS POINTS
There has been a continual effort to eliminate inconsistent information that has been entered on that form and the following points are emphasized:
- Entry for the T35 is now open. Login to http://schools.khsaa.org and begin entry when you are ready.
- The T35 requires you to enter 2016-2017 expense information (as it has been audited within your district) but will pulls the coaching counts from your current listings. The use of the current year on coaches allows for you to self-audit your data and ensure all of your coaches have been properly entered. It is recognized that for brand new offerings, you ma, in fact, have coach data […]
11/02/17 – Fall Championship Weekend Wraps Up Volleyball, Soccer and Cross Country Seasons
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 2, 2017
Nine team state titles will be awarded this weekend as the KHSAA’s Fall Championship weekend puts the finishing touches on the 2017 soccer, volleyball and cross country seasons. Six state championship trophies will be up for grabs Saturday during the 2017 KHSAA Cross Country State Meet at the Kentucky Horse Park. Championship action continues that evening with the finals of the girls’ and boys’ state soccer tournaments at Lafayette HS with the first game starting at 5 p.m. The 2017 KHSAA State Volleyball Tournament gets underway Friday morning with first round matches at Valley HS in Louisville and concludes with the championship match at 2 p.m. on Sunday.
KHSAA.tv will produce live webcasts of the championship games of the KHSAA State Soccer Tournament, as well as the semifinals and finals of the KHSAA State Volleyball Tournament. A highlight package of the 2017 KHSAA Cross Country State Meet will […]
Allen Feldhaus Sr.’s wonderful basketball life
BY MIKE FIELDS (Nov. 2, 2017)
Allen Feldhaus Sr., who died Saturday at age 77, had a wonderful basketball life.
The Boone County native played for Adolph Rupp at Kentucky.
He coached the high school game at Russell County and Mason County, and guided the Royals to four 10th Region titles, and a Sweet Sixteen runner-up in 1981.
He coached his three sons – Allen Jr., Willie and Deron – and all three got to play for Mason County in the state tournament under the bright lights in Rupp Arena.
Allen Jr. and Willie followed in their dad’s footsteps into coaching.
In his 20th season at Madison Central, Allen Jr. led the Indians to the state championship in 2013. (Allen Sr. and Allen Jr. are the only father and son to serve as head coach in the KHSAA state finals.)
Willie first coached at Pendleton County before assisting his brother at Madison Central for 11 years. From there he returned to […]
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