High School SportsFriday, November 6
Paducah Tilghman advances in the playoffs after Marion County forfeits
The 5AM Paducah team
If you had Friday night circled for Tilghman football, here's the twist: the Blue Tornado won't play. Marion County told Coach Thompson the Knights have to forfeit the Class 4A first-round game. That sends Tilghman to the second round and keeps the team perfect at 11-0.
Thompson feels for the Marion seniors who won't get one more game. His focus is getting his team healthy after a physical regular-season finale at Christian County.
11-0Tilghman's record this season
The Blue Tornado advance to the second round without playing.
Source: The Paducah Sun
- Round: Class 4A first round, Marion County forfeits
- Last regular-season game: at Christian County
- Basketball season begins: Dec. 8
The break comes at a good time, because basketball is already calling. Seven players and Thompson are juggling preseason basketball practice with the playoffs. "That is a lot to ask for in a kid, but they are putting in the work to make sure they are prepared for it," Thompson said.
7Tilghman players also in preseason basketball practice
They and Coach Sean Thompson are preparing to guide the football team through the 4A playoffs at the same time.
Source: WPSD Local 6
Sources: The Paducah Sun, WPSD Local 6