Clark County running back Kalen Washington named WKYT Athlete of the Week

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – The Clark County Cardinals are prepared for the playoff, after ending the common season with a 7-3 file. In Friday night time’s 31-0 shutout over Conner, sophomore operating again Kalen Washington ran for 142 yards and three touchdowns.

“You realize it’s enjoyable,” stated Washington. “Everytime I get within the endzone, it’s the most effective feeling ever.”

That efficiency was nothing new for Washington, who on the season has rushed for 966 yards and 16 touchdowns.

“I imply he simply goes on the market and performs his personal sport,” stated Clark County quarterback Tyleik Maxwell. “He performs actual arduous. He’s actual powerful and a powerful runner and breaks plenty of tackles. So, I’m glad I’ve him on the crew with me.”

His quarterback compares him to a shorter Derrick Henry, however Washington has all the time passed by the nickname Jaws.

“Ever since I used to be little, I used to simply dominate all people on the sphere, so my dad got here up with the nickname jaws,” stated Washington.

GRC has scored 363 factors this season, the second most in class historical past. The one crew to attain extra was the 1991 state championship crew. Jaws says the Cardinals are poised for an enormous run this season.

“The focucs and dedication,” stated Washington. “I really feel like not only one individual needs it. Everyone on the crew needs it.”

Clark County opens postseason play Friday in opposition to Tates Creek.

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