The Bethlehem Eagles outlasted the Garrard County Golden Lions 52-42 in an offensive showcase Friday night at Garrard County High School, handing the home team a setback in their final tune-up before district play begins.

Garrard County’s Golden Lions delivered a commanding performance Friday night, defeating Lewis County 45-7 on the road to improve to 2-1 on the season. Behind a relentless ground game, stout defense, and special teams excellence, the Golden Lions showed no signs of rust after an unexpected bye week, striking early and maintaining control throughout the contest.

After a week away from competition due to severe weather, Garrard County will resume its football season on the road against Lewis County. The Golden Lions, whose scheduled matchup with Middlesboro was canceled last week after lightning forced play to be called off, will make their first-ever trip to Vanceburg to face the Lewis County Lions.

Severe weather conditions have forced the cancellation of tonight’s scheduled football game for Garrard County and Middlesboro. Organizers announced minutes ago that the weather has made it impossible for the matchup to go forward safely.