11/10/2026
Artrip Named Compassion Pediatrics Player of the Game in Bulldogs’ Playoff Victory
LOUISA, KY — Lawrence County rolled past McCreary Central 51-8 in the opening round of the KHSAA Class 3A State Football Tournament, advancing to the second round behind an impressive offensive performance.
Freshman quarterback Michael Artrip earned Compassion Pediatrics Player of the Game honors after completing all four of his passing attempts for 150 yards and three touchdowns. Artrip also made his presence felt defensively, recording five total tackles, including four assists.
The Bulldogs also got a strong performance from Kaden Johnson, who went 4-for-4 passing for 69 yards and two touchdowns while adding 27 rushing yards. Gray Derifield hauled in two receptions for 60 yards and a touchdown, while Andrew Ratcliffe, Caven Williams, and Kolten McDowell also found the end zone through the air.
Lawrence County’s ground attack added 137 yards and two touchdowns, highlighted by Levi Hensley’s 41-yard touchdown run and Darren Brewer’s 28 rushing yards and a score.
The Bulldogs improve to 10-1 on the season and will host Knox Central in the second round of the KHSAA Class 3A State Tournament.
Congratulations to Michael Artrip, your Compassion Pediatrics Player of the Game, for helping lead Lawrence County to another week of postseason football!
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