Mayfield Dominates Edmonson In 2A Region Playoff

Mayfield Cardinals Clobber Wildcats 58-14 In Class 2A Region Playoffs

Clay Walden fights off two Mayfield defenders.

Darren Doyle, story and photos:
The Mayfield Cardinals showed why they're considered one of the top teams in the state as they painfully defeated the Wildcats 58-14 in the Class 2A Region Playoff game Friday night in Mayfield. The Cardinals (12-1) averaged more than 40 points per game on the season. 

The Wildcats were outmatched by the Cardinals in too many categories as Mayfield flexed their muscles early, jumping out to a commanding 35-0 lead in the first quarter. As the running clock began, there wasn't much else the Wildcats were able to put together. 

The Wildcats take down Mayfield's Kylan Galbreath.

Quarterback Jon Smith attempts a pass against Mayfield.

Matt Shaw runs the ball against Mayfield.

Mayfield had managed to extend their lead to a whopping 51-0 at the half. After another touchdown in the third, the Cardinals finally reached their final score of 58.

With just under 8 minutes left in the game, Chance Lucas finally put Edmonson County on the board with a 21 yard touchdown run. The two-point conversion was no good and the lead was cut to 58-6.

​Edmonson County recovered the ball after an onside kick which led to a 28 yard touchdown run by Eddie Acosta. The two-point conversion was good for a 58-14 Mayfield lead. The running clock brought a quick end to the second half and the season for Edmonson County.

Edmonson County finishes the season at 6-7 and as the 2A District 3 Champions. It's their first district win since 2011 and their first regional final game since 2008.