Garrard County Falls to Lincoln County in 3-2 Thriller

In a hard-fought match on Thursday, September 12, Garrard County's boys soccer team narrowly lost to Lincoln County on the road, with a final score of 3-2. 

The Golden Lions showed resilience and determination, but Lincoln County edged them out in the closely contested game, which took place during the evening.

Alex Young and Zak Dailey were the key contributors for Garrard County, each scoring a goal and adding two points to the team's total. The game was tightly matched, with both teams exchanging opportunities, but Lincoln County managed to find the winning goal late in the match.

Goalkeeper Slade Skeens had an impressive performance, recording nine saves. Despite his efforts, three goals slipped through, leaving the Golden Lions just short of a victory.

This loss brings Garrard County's season record to 8-3-1. Over the course of their 12 games so far, they have demonstrated strong offensive capabilities, with a total of 47 goals scored and only 20 allowed. Even with the loss, the team remains in good form as they continue their 2024 campaign.

As the season progresses, Garrard County will aim to bounce back from this close defeat and build on their overall success. With skilled players like Young and Dailey leading the attack and Skeens anchoring the defense, the team is expected to remain a competitive force in the region.