Wood discusses his UK commitment

Walker Wood (#9) eludes Henry Clay defenders

Walker Wood decided to join Kentucky’s 2017 recruiting class late last week.  In doing so, he joined fellow quarterback Mac Jones in the class. The 2017 duo will be competing with current redshirt freshman Drew Barker and 2016 incoming freshman Gunnar Hoak.

But Wood isn’t worried about the competition.  He knows that playing quarterback is a big responsibility and programs want the right person in place to lead their offense.

“Anywhere you go there is going to be competition,” said Wood.  “I love it. And I’m excited to compete.”

Wood jumped on board Kentucky’s class last week because he just felt good about the direction on the program and what his hometown school had to offer.

“I love Coach Stoops and his staff.  I think Kentucky is on a very bright road.  I want to be a part of it,” he finished.

Right now Wood is a part of a very talented and potent Lexington (KY.) Lafayette offense.  Lafayette averages almost 41 points per game.  Through eight games Wood has accounted for 22 total touchdowns and over 2000 yards of total offense from the quarterback spot.

We’ll keep you up-to-date on Walker Wood.

Best of the Bluegrass - October 17, 2015

Bourbon County's Clay Bolin

 

Best of the Bluegrass - October 17, 2015

Clay Bolin - Sr. - QB - Bourbon County - Clay Bolin completed 22 of 38 passes for 315 yards and three touchdowns Friday night. Bolin also rushed for another touchdown.

Jamale Carothers - Jr. - RB - Bowling Green - Jamale Carothers rushed for 105 yards on 13 carries. He picked up four touchdowns in the Purples' big win.

Ziyon Kenner - Soph. - ATH - Christian County - Ziyon Kenner had a huge game for the Colonels.  Kenner caught five balls for 81 yards. He also rushed 24 times for 121 yards and two touchdowns. Kenner also returned a kickoff 80 yards for another score.

Mason Alstatt - Sr. - ATH - Lexington Lafayette - Mason Alstatt had 248 all-purpose yards and three touchdowns in a victory Friday night.  Included in his yardage was a 99 yard kickoff return touchdown.

Devin Gentry - Sr. - RB - Louisville Male - Devin Gentry rushed 35 times for 114 yards and a touchdown in Male's victory over St. Xavier. He also had three catches for 97 yards receiving and another touchdown.

Quinton Baker - Sr. - RB - Ashland Blazer - Quinton Baker had 16 carries for 158 yards and two touchdowns.  Baker also returned one of his two interceptions for a score.

Noah Hughes - Sr. - RB - Scott County - Scott County running back Noah Hughes rushed 36 times for 242 yards and three touchdowns in the Cardinals' victory Friday night.

Peyton Burke - Sr. - QB - Lexington Tates Creek - Peyton Burke completed 21 of 28 passes for 323 yards and four touchdowns Friday night.

Dillon Wheatley - Soph. - RB - Lexington Christian Academy - LCA's Dillon Wheatley was a workhorse Friday night, carrying the ball 40 times for 277 yards and three touchdowns.

Na'Sean Roseberry - Soph. - RB - Shelbyville (KY.) Collins - Na'Sean Roseberry was a force Friday night, rushing 20 times for 308 yards and three touchdowns.

J.J. Ogbowu - Sr. - WR - Lexington (KY.) Catholic - Ogbowu caught eight passes for 229 yards and three touchdowns to lead Catholic to a victory over arch-nemesis Boyle County.

Deondre Pleasant - Sr. - ATH - Taylor Mill (KY.) Scott High - Deondre Pleasant was all over the field Friday night. He had eight carries for 116 yards and four touchdowns.  He also had an interception and a fumble recovery in the win.



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