Golden Lion soccer seniors with their coaches, from left to right: Asst. Coach Jonathan Martin, #34 Jose Navarro, #32 Logan Speake, #18 Cristian Felix Jeffries, #17 Jefferson Morgan, Head Coach Jackson Moss, #15 Eric Teoyotl-Bartolo, #3 Russ Carrier, #5 Jabe Moore, Asst. Coach Juan Plasencia, #4 Chase Wilson and Asst. Coach Barry Rich.
#3 Russ Carrier, escorted by his mom, Jennifer, brother, Nick, and stepdad, Jerry.
#4 Chase Wilson, escorted by his parents, Trey and Amber Wilson.
#5 Jabe Moore, escorted by his mom, Jessie McGirr, and stepdad, Kevin Turner.
#15 Eric Teoyotl-Bartolo, escorted by his parents, Luis and Josefina.
#17 Jefferson Morgan, escorted by his parents, Ken and Teresa, sister, Kennedy, and brother-in-law, Beau.
#18 Cristian Felix Jeffries, escorted by his parents, Bruce and Tammy Jeffries.
#32 Logan Speake, escorted by his mom, Jennifer Speake.
#34 Jose Navarro, escorted by his mom, Ivonne, brother, Anthony, and sister, Leslie.
On Monday night, September 25, the Garrard Lady Lions (9-8-2) faced off against the South Laurel Lady Cardinals (10-4) at Leavell Field. Despite a spirited effort, the Lady Lions were handed a 6-1 defeat.
In a matchup held in Nicholasville this past Friday, West Jessamine emerged victorious against Garrard with a comprehensive 32-17 win. The victory comes a week after Garrard secured its first win of the season against East Jessamine but failed to repeat its success against another Jessamine County opponent.
In a remarkable display of skill and teamwork, the Garrard County Volleyball team emerged victorious over Danville Christian with a decisive 3-0 win on September 21, 2023. The match scores, recorded as 25-21, 25-20, and 25-18, reflect the cohesive play and athleticism demonstrated by Garrard County.
The Boyle County Rebels continued their stronghold in District 45 soccer with a commanding 7-1 victory over the Garrard County Golden Lions on Tuesday, September 19. While the win itself was not surprising given recent matchups, Garrard County managed to score their first goal against Boyle since 2017.
The Garrard County High School Marching Lions delivered a captivating performance this past Friday, September 16, 2023, at their homecoming game. The musical ensemble showcased their latest show, "Along Came a Spider," during halftime of the football matchup between the Garrard County Golden Lions and East Jessamine High School.
Freshman attendant Ms. Mackenzie Holleran, daughter of Tina Holleran and granddaughter of Mark and Deborah Rutledge. She was escorted by her grandfather, Mark Rutledge.
Sophomore attendant Ms. Ava Maxwell, daughter of Andy and Tiffanie Maxwell. She was escorted by her uncle, Jay Moore.
Junior attendant Ms. Alicia Gabbard, daughter of David Gabbard and Angela Gabbard. She was escorted by Mr. Damarion Boatley, the son of Rob Boatley and Tera Norris.
Candidate Ms. Lexie Lewis, daughter of Tim Lewis and Michelle Lewis. She was escorted by Mr. Kayden Ward, son of Rodney and Amanda Ward.
Candidate Ms. Chloe Middleton, daughter of Kevin and Lisa Middleton. She was escorted by her father, Kevin Middleton.
Candidate Ms. Keannah Childress, the daughter of Jeff and Shonda Napier. She was escorted by her stepfather, Jeff Napier.
Candidate Ms. Audrey Noe, daughter of Terry Noe and Jamie Noe. She was escorted by Mr. Grayson Fridgen, son of John Fridgen and Jennifer Fridgen.
Candidate Ms. Eleanor Srsic, daughter of Bill and Melody Srsic. She was escorted by Mr. Kash White, son of Dwane and Kelli White.
Candidate Ms. Kyra Stoker, daughter of Dee and Amy Stoker. She was escorted by Mr. Brennan Smith, son of David and Jennifer Smith.
2022 GCHS Homecoming Queen Ms. Aislinn Ellis was on hand to crown the winner. She was escorted by crown bearers Ms. Karis Garner, daughter of Matt and Shawna Garner, and Mr. Luke Parsons, son of Matthew and Natasha Parsons.
Your 2023 GCHS Homecoming Queen MS. CHLOE MIDDLETON
Your 2023 GCHS Homecoming Queen MS. CHLOE MIDDLETON
Your 2023 GCHS Homecoming Queen MS. CHLOE MIDDLETON
In an electrifying performance on Friday, September 16, 2023, the Golden Lions managed to secure their first win of the season, coming from behind to defeat the East Jessamine Jaguars 27-23. The dramatic victory unfolded on Garrard's homecoming night and was marked by a game-winning 27-yard touchdown pass from sophomore quarterback Justin Parsons to senior Hayden Elleman.
As the November 7 election approaches, Kentucky's Secretary of State Michael Adams has confirmed that voter registration in the state has increased for the sixth straight month. In August alone, 7,391 new voters were added to the electoral rolls.
The Golden Lions faced yet another disappointment on the gridiron, falling 48-21 to the Briar Jumpers last Friday. Despite a valiant effort, which saw the Lions within striking distance at the end of the third quarter, the Somerset-based team managed to pull away in the final frame.
In a spirited contest that went the distance, Garrard's junior varsity volleyball team emerged victorious against Boyle on Thursday, Sept. 7. The match, held at Garrard's home court in Lancaster, unfolded across three closely-fought sets, ending in scores of 21-17, 19-21, and 15-11 in favor of Garrard.
In a fierce and tension-filled contest on Thursday, September 7, the Garrard Volleyball Lions were edged out by district rival, the Boyle Lady Rebels, in a five-set match that went down to the wire. Despite an encouraging start, Garrard ultimately fell three sets to two at their home court.
Four Kentucky State Parks were recognized as part of this year’s Kentucky Living 2023 Best in Kentucky awards, highlighting the best travel destinations and experiences across the commonwealth.
Garrard County High School's volleyball team faced a challenging defeat in their match against Rockcastle County, losing 0-3 with set scores of 25-20, 25-16, and 25-23 on Tuesday, September 5.
In a match characterized by aggressive plays and momentous shifts in momentum, the Garrard County Volleyball Team succumbed to Pulaski County with a 1-3 set loss. The scores for the individual sets were 25-22, 26-28, 25-11, and 25-16.
In a game that put defense front and center, Garrard County's football team fell short against Bullitt Central with a final score of 7-0. Hosting the match at their home field, Garrard ultimately couldn't find the offensive rhythm needed to secure a win.
Local law enforcement agencies, spearheaded by the Garrard County Sheriff's Office (GCSO), are stepping up their efforts to ensure road safety during the upcoming holiday weekend. Authorities have announced a series of traffic safety checkpoints across the county aimed at deterring impaired driving and ensuring compliance with other safety measures.
12-time state finalist Garrard Marching Lions performed their show "Along Came a Spider" at halftime of the Golden Lions' football game against Bullitt Central on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023.
Gavin Noe, an eighth grader and a notable member of the Garrard County High School Cross Country team, distinguished himself by placing third in the East Jessamine All-Comers Meet yesterday evening. Outperforming dozens of competitors, Noe secured his spot in a field of 50 runners.
