November, 2018
Doug Preston’s winding journey to a dream destination
BY MIKE FIELDS (Nov. 29, 2018)
Doug Preston has arrived at a special place in his football coaching career.
He’s at Franklin-Simpson, where he has guided the Wildcats to the state finals for the third year in a row, and his son Collin, a senior linebacker, has been along for the ride.
What makes Doug Preston’s story even more interesting is the winding road he took to reach this destination.
Over the last 27 years, he’s coached at 10 different high schools. The Bourbon County and EKU graduate has hopscotched across the Commonwealth, working the sidelines in Central Kentucky, Northeastern Kentucky, the Louisville area and now Western Kentucky.
“It really has been a journey,” he said with a laugh. “I’ve told guys getting into coaching, ‘Don’t take the Doug Preston route. Go someplace and stay for a long time.’
“When I was starting out, I thought I’d work my way up the ladder and go from […]
11/27/18 – 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. 10 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 […]
11/27/18 – KHSAA Commonwealth Gridiron Bowl Broadcast Info
For Immediate Release: November 27, 2018
The KHSAA Commonwealth Gridiron Bowl returns to Kroger Field for the second-straight year this weekend, when the state football finals are contested Nov. 30th through Dec. 2nd on the University of Kentucky campus. Friday’s action opens with Beechwood (11-2) facing Pikeville (11-2) in the 1A Championship at 2 p.m., followed by Central (12-2) versus Corbin (13-1) in the 3A Championship at 7 p.m.
Saturday’s slate features three contests at Kroger Field, starting with Mayfield (14-0) against Christian Academy-Louisville (14-0) in the 2A Championship at 1 p.m. Franklin-Simpson (13-1) and Johnson Central (13-1) will square off for the 4A Championship game for the third-straight year at 4:30 p.m., followed by Male (13-1) taking on Scott County (11-3) in the 6A Championship game at 8 p.m. The 2018 KHSAA Commonwealth Gridiron Bowl concludes Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. when South Warren (14-0) faces Covington Catholic (14-0) for the 5A Championship.
Each […]
11/27/18 – State Dance Instructions and Schedule Available
Congratulations to all participants and coaches who have qualified for the 2018 KHSAA State Dance Championships at Frederick Douglass High School in Lexington on December 15th. The instructions for participating teams and fans have been posted to the website and should be reviewed prior to the state competition. The order of appearance and a detailed station-by-station order of appearance, have also been posted online.
To view these items, go to https://khsaa.org/sports/sports-activities/dance/ and choose the “State Competition Information and Instructions” tab. As a reminder, there will be a team conference call for coaches and Athletic Directors on December 5th at 10:00 a.m., with instructions for joining the call to come in a later email.
Upon arrival at the state competition, all coaches and participants must enter at the team entrance through the Auxilary Gym at Frederick Douglass High School and receive their team packets, which will include all necessary materials.
Schools are permitted one school media pass, which is […]
11/20/18- Kentucky Student-Athletes Invited to Apply for 2019 Kentucky Ag Athletes of the Year
Kentucky senior student-athletes with ties to agriculture may apply for one of six scholarships and the honor of being recognized as a 2019 Kentucky Ag Athlete of the Year.
The program is a partnership of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA).
“Students who participate in athletics and work in agriculture must juggle work, sports, and studies to achieve their goals,” Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles said. “This program is a way we can recognize their hard work and sacrifice while helping them continue their education.”
“Our office is always looking for more ways to honor and recognize the hard work of student-athletes, and we are certainly appreciative of the Department of Agriculture for its sponsorship of this program,” said KHSAA Commissioner Julian Tackett. “We realize agriculture students have a lot of responsibilities to balance, and we are thrilled to be able to highlight them for their accomplishments.”
To […]
11/20/18-Applications Being Accepted for Louis Stout Memorial Scholarships for 18-19
When former Commissioner Louis Stout passed away in 2012, his widow Anna directed that donations on his behalf go to the Louis Stout Memorial Fund for Students. She felt this was a chance for the KHSAA to honor student-athletes who excel in athletics, academics, school service and community service. The award process for 2018-2019 is now underway.
Applications are being accepted for students to apply for those awards through Friday, January 12, 2019. The award winners will be announced in conjunction with the boys’ state basketball tournament in March. Two grants, each in the amount of a one-time scholarship of $2,000 payable to an institution of higher learning, will be awarded. The scholarship is not renewable and is not endowed for expansion. Minimum criteria is a 3.5 (converted to 4.0 scale) grade point average; involvement in varsity sports or sport-activities; involvement in other school activities, a record of community service/involvement and a member of the […]
In this football family, raising Cain means raising quarterbacks
BY MIKE FIELDS (Nov. 20, 2018)
Wiley Cain believes he was destined to be a quarterback, that it’s in his DNA to play the most demanding position in football (and maybe in all of sports), and to follow in the footsteps of his grandfather and father.
“I’ve had football in my veins since I was born,” he said, “and I’ve been a quarterback since I first picked up the ball.”
His granddad, John Wiley Cain, was a star high school quarterback for Cumberland in the early 1960s. His dad, John Wiley Cain II, was a star high school quarterback for Somerset in the late 1980s.
Wiley Robert Cain, a senior at Pulaski County, is a third-generation QB, but the football he plays is a whole ‘nother game.
When John Cain quarterbacked Cumberland almost 60 years ago, he didn’t pass much. “I don’t remember throwing it more than 10 times a game very often,” he said.
When […]
11/20/18-Revisions, Clarifications and Reminders about Students Practicing/Playing While Ineligible
At the 2018 KHSAA Annual Meeting, the membership approved several changes to the bylaws regarding eligibility which the staff will begin to work through the promulgation process mandated by the legislature in the coming weeks. We are hopeful that these changes will be adopted and implemented for final inclusion in the 2019-20 Handbook sometime early next summer. This communication relates ONLY to Proposal 2018-03. Any changes contained in 2018-01, 2018-02 and 2018-04 will need final legislative approval in the spring of 2019 before implementation.
One of the approved changes was contained in Proposal 2018-03, which is detailed on page two of the document at https://khsaa.org/annualmeeting/20182019/annualmeetingproposals.pdf. This change would place into the regulation the provision that it is school choice as to whether a student with a pending ruling (original or appeal) could be allowed to practice with the team (including scrimmages). This change was part regulatory and part interpretation, as the provisions restricting such […]
09/21/18 – State Track & Field Dates for 2019
The KHSAA would like to announce the State Track & Field dates for the upcoming year to help with the planning of spring events for fans, coaches, and administrators. Please make sure all those involved in planning graduation dates, etc. are aware of the dates.
The State Track & Field Meet will return to the University of Kentucky in the spring of 2019. The competition dates will be as follows with a detailed time schedule to be published at a later date:
Thursday, May 30 – Class 1A
Friday, May 31 – Class 2A
Saturday, June 1 – Class 3A
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11/20/18 – Midway University/KHSAA Bowling Female Student-Athlete of the Year Nomination Now Open
The KHSAA is excited to open the nomination process for the Midway University/KHSAA Female Student-Athlete of the Year among girls’ Bowling participants for 2018-2019.
The award is based on athletic and academic achievement as well as community service and leadership. The link to the application contains additional criteria and a form to nominate one female participant from each 2018-2019 team.
Nominations must come from a member school but may be submitted by an administrator, guidance counselor or coach. Nominations may only be submitted online at https://khsaa.org/ge79-midway-universitykhsaa-female-student-athlete-of-the-year-nomination-form/
The winner will be presented her award at a banquet at Midway University in May 2019.
Deadline for nominations for Bowling will be Sunday, January 6, 2019.
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11/18/18- Update on Golf Alignment and Tournament Format Project
It is recommended that this information is shared with all those that are interested, including coaches while realizing that any official response from the member school should come from the Designated Representative per Bylaw 1.
For its last two meetings, and beginning with discussion during the 2017-18 school year, the Board of Control has been reviewing the golf program within the Association. Realignment is long overdue and the Board and staff have spent a great deal of time discussing the state golf tournament and the best way to qualify teams and individuals. The current system has been in place for many years, and certainly merits review.
Following this latest Board meeting, it is evident that the membership needs to be updated on the progress and processes going forward.
First and foremost, it is IMPERATIVE that the membership complete the survey that was submitted to the schools in early November. To complete the survey, go to […]
11/19/18 – Dance Sectional Results Posted
The results from Sectional Dance competitions and the KHSAA State Qualifiers have been posted on the KHSAA website. Please see the links below to each of the sectional results:
State qualifiers from each section are highlighted in yellow. These results can also be found on the bottom of the Dance page of the KHSAA website under “Dance Competition Results”. Congratulations to all teams and thank you to our four sectional host schools.
Tickets for the 2018 KHSAA State Dance Championships to be held at Frederick Douglass High School on December 15th are on sale now!
[CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS]
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11/16/18 – State Track & Field Dates/Schedule Reminder
The KHSAA wanted to remind Administrators and Coaches that the postseason Track & Field dates and schedule have been published online for some time.
The time schedules for each specific class are available to assist in the planning of spring events (graduations, proms, etc). In an effort to balance evening activities, allow time for inclement weather issues, and minimize the need for additional lodging expenses, the state schedule has been adjusted in relation to previous years.
Please forward these links to all involved in the scheduling of these events.
2019 Regional Dates 2019 State Track & Field Dates 2019 State Track Time SchedulePlease direct any questions to Assistant Commissioner Sarah Bridenbaugh (sbridenbaugh@khsaa.org).
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11/15/18 – Board Sets 2019 and 2020 Soccer Season Dates
The KHSAA Board of Control conducted its regular meeting on November 14. As part of a comprehensive review of the fall sports, especially in light of the “rollover” of corresponding dates and the potential lateness in the fall for championship meets, the dates were set for the 2019 and 2020 Soccer seasons.
In 2019-20, the Soccer season will begin on NFHS Corresponding Week 6 (Aug. 11-17) with the first contest date of Aug. 12. The postseason will begin with District Tournaments during NFHS Week 14 (Oct. 6-12) followed by Regional Tournaments in Week 15 (Oct. 13-19). The Semi-State and Quarterfinal rounds will take place in Week 16 (Oct. 20-26). The State Tournament will be held Oct. 30, 31 and Nov. 2.
In 2020-21, the season will again begin on NFHS Corresponding Week 6 (Aug. 9-15) with the first contest date of Aug. 10. The postseason will begin with […]
11/15/18 – Board Confirms Volleyball Dates 2019 & 2020
The KHSAA Board of Control, at its November meeting, confirmed competition dates for the 2019 and 2020 seasons as a part of a review of all fall championship dates.
In 2019-20, the season will begin on NFHS Corresponding Week 7 (Aug. 18-24) with the first contest date of Aug. 19. The postseason will begin with District Tournaments during NFHS Week 16 (Oct. 20-26) followed by Regional Tournaments in Week 17 (Oct. 27-Nov. 2). The State Tournament will be held Nov. 8-10 at Valley High School in Louisville.
In 2020-21, the season will begin on NFHS Corresponding Week 7 (Aug. 16-22) with the first contest date of Aug. 17. The Postseason will begin with District Tournaments during NFHS Week 16 (Oct. 18-24) followed by Regional Tournaments in Week 17 (Oct. 25-31). The State Tournament will be held Nov. 6-8 at Valley High School in Louisville.
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11/15/18 – Cross Country Competition Dates Set for 2019 and 2020
The KHSAA Board of Control conducted its regular meeting on November 14. As part of a comprehensive review of the fall sports, especially in light of the “rollover” of corresponding dates and the potential lateness in the fall for championship meets, the dates were set for the 2019 and 2020 Cross Country seasons.
The corresponding dates for 2019 will have the first competition date be August 19 (during NFHS week 7, August 18 – August 24) and the final regular season week in NFHS week 15 (October 13 – October 19). Cross Country regionals will take place October 25-26 at various sites. The 2019 State Cross Country Meet will be held November 2nd, once again at the Kentucky Horse Park.
Dates for 2020-21 were also adopted by the Board of Control. The complete corresponding date chart is online at https://khsaa.org/handbook/correspondingdates/crosscountrycorrespondingdates.pdf
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11/15/18 – Format Change to Field Hockey Championship
At its regular meeting at the KHSAA Offices on November 14th, the Board of Control made several adjustments to the 2019 fall sports seasons following a review of the fall championships.
The Board of Control made a slight revision to the State Field Hockey Tournament to move its tournament format in line with the other KHSAA-sanctioned team sports. Beginning in 2019, only the regional champions in Field Hockey will advance to the state tournament. Previously, Field Hockey was the only KHSAA team sport in which regional runner-ups advanced to the state tournament.
The corresponding dates for Field Hockey remain the same with the first playing date on August 19, 2019. The complete chart is on the KHSAA website at https://khsaa.org/handbook/correspondingdates/fieldhockeycorrespondingdates.pdf and once championship dates are confirmed with host venues, additional information will be distributed.
Best of luck to each of […]
11/15/18 – Dance Postseason Rosters Reminder
With sectional Dance competitions approaching this weekend, the KHSAA wanted to remind Athletic Directors and Coaches about entering postseason rosters in the school subdomain (https://schools.khsaa.org/).
It is imperative that all schools competing in the sectional Dance competition this weekend enter their rosters, including alternates, onto the postseason roster. Alternates, up to a maximum of four (4) over the division limit, must also be entered in the event the coach has to substitute for injury or other circumstances.
Rosters will lock at midnight on Friday, November 16th. This roster will also serve as the team’s official list for the State Competition, should you qualify. Please contact Assistant Commissioner Sarah Bridenbaugh (sbridenbaugh@khsaa.org) at the KHSAA offices with any questions.
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William Warfield puts positive PrepSpin on high school sports
BY MIKE FIELDS (Nov. 15, 2018)
It’s hard to believe there was a time when William Warfield didn’t know anything about computers, didn’t know about bytes or bandwidths, didn’t know the difference between algorithms and algae.
When he started working at RadioShack as a high school senior 22 years ago, Warfield remembers he was “afraid to sell a computer because I didn’t know anything about it. It was a foreign language to me.”
Today, Warfield has his own business and makes a nice living thanks to computers. And if you think he’s sequestered in a cubicle somewhere, pecking a keyboard and getting bleary-eyed, think again.
As the founder and operator of PrepSpin, Warfield occupies press boxes and press rows where, with his souped-up laptop, he live-streams more than 200 sporting events a year.
PrepSpin’s main focus is on high school sports.
“That’s my passion,” Warfield said. “I feel like my purpose is to help high school […]
11/14/18 – Board of Control Adjusts 2019 Fall Seasons, Sets State Championship Sites
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 14, 2018
During the course of its meeting at the KHSAA Offices on Wednesday, the Board of Control made adjustments to the 2019 fall sports seasons and finalized sites for this year’s State Baseball and Swimming & Diving Championships.
For the last several years prior to 2018, the soccer, volleyball and cross country seasons all culminated on the same weekend. With volleyball moving a week earlier in 2018 to avoid a conflict in Louisville with the Breeders’ Cup, the Association had the opportunity to reevaluate the structure of its seasons while also looking to alleviate concerns with competitions on ACT test dates.
With those factors in mind, the Board approved a recommendation to set the start of the 2019 Soccer regular season to begin in NFHS Week 6 (8/11-8/17) and end with the final regular season week in NFHS Week 13 (9/29-10/5). […]
11/12/18 – Bowling Rules Clinic Now Available
The mandatory online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport-activity of Bowling is available beginning today, November 12, 2018. 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 12 to December 17 (Coaches) – the Bowling Clinic will be online only and may be viewed at no charge during this period.
- December 18 to January 6 (Coaches) – the Bowling Clinic will be online only and may be viewed for the makeup fee ($100) during this period.
- January 7 to January 20 (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, along with […]
11/09/18- Growing Up in the Digital Age (Op-Ed Column)
By Karissa Niehoff, Executive Director of the National Federation of State High School Associations and Julian Tackett, Commissioner of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association
From the Greatest Generation to Baby Boomers, Generation X to Millennials, teenagers in every era have had challenges growing up.
In today’s digital world, high school students are being tested in unique and demanding ways. The Washington Post confirms that 73 percent of all American teenagers own their own smartphone and, on average, spend almost nine hours a day texting, chatting, gaming, blogging, streaming and visiting with friends online.
Although conclusive research showing a direct correlation between the mental health of teenagers and smartphone usage won’t be complete for years, it isn’t a great confidence builder for a student to discover online that everyone else seems to have more friends.
In addition, recent figures indicate that more than […]
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Loading…11/02/18 – Practice Run for State Cross Country Meet Canceled
Attention Athletic Directors, Cross Country Coaches, and fans:
Due to current course conditions at the Kentucky Horse Park, the open practice run for the State Cross Country meet, scheduled for Friday, November 2 from 3:00 – 5:30 p.m., has been canceled. This will allow for the course to further drain throughout the evening to help ensure an optimal participation experience on championship Saturday. Student-athletes who wish to view the course may still visit the Horse Park, but KHSAA staff and officials will be on site completing the set-up process and request that athletes and coaches avoid walking or running on the course.
Coaches should also be advised that the Tent City area is currently flooded and will continue to be very wet on Saturday. The blacktop area within Paddock 1 will be available for placing tents, so please be prepared to secure team tents on that surface.
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