HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Pikeville unanimous No. 1

The Pikeville Panthers solidified their choice as the No. 1 ranked team in the latest Mountain Top Sports Super 7 football poll released on Tuesday. 

Pikeville cruised past highly touted Lexington Christian for a third straight win, routing the Eagles, 60-21. 

The Panthers are followed by Johnson Central (3-2) at No. 2. The Golden Eagles were idle on Friday. 

Lawrence County is third following an impressive road win over previously unbeaten East Carter. The Bulldogs are 4-1. 

Letcher Central, 4-2, is No. 4 after beating Perry Central on the road. The Cougars are followed by Shelby Valley. The Wildcats improved to 3-2 with a win over West Carter. 

Rounding out the poll are Belfry (3-3) and Prestonsburg (6-0). The Pirates beat Magoffin County and the Blackcats rallied past East Ridge. 

Receiving votes are Logan (4-1), Man (4-1), Tug Valley (4-1), and Martin County (3-2). 

Super 7 football poll

  1. Pikeville (3-2)
  2. Johnson Central (3-2)
  3. Lawrence County (4-1)
  4. Letcher Central (4-2)
  5. Shelby Valley (3-2)
  6. Belfry (3-3)
  7. Prestonsburg (6-0)

Receiving votes: Logan (4-1), Man (4-1), Tug Valley (4-1), Martin County (3-2).