Woodford vs. West Jessamine

The Yellow Jackets (4-3) travel to Nicholasville Friday night for a match-up against the West Jessamine Colts.

Woodford will look to bounce back from a heartbreaking loss to district rival Ashland Blazer.

The Colts have a record of 1-5 and are coming off a 55-6 thrashing at the hands of Boyle County.

This game may be just what the doctor ordered for Woodford quarterback Steven Duckworth. Despite a strong performance against Blazer, (26 of 35 for 325 yards and 4 touchdowns) Duckworth needs a confidence boost after throwing three late game interceptions. Duckworth seems to have a pretty good head on his shoulders, and I don’t think the bad decisions last week will stay in his mellon, but facing a less stout defense this week certainly won’t hurt. The Colts D is no match for the high-flying Yellow Jacket passing attack. West Jessamine gives up an average of 29 points per game and should provide Duck a good opportunity to steady his confidence.

West Jessamine runs an option offense and that could pose problems for the Woodford defense. In all fairness, most offenses have caused problems for the Jacket D. During the Blazer and Johnson Central games, Woodford County got caught up chasing the ball instead of staying in their defensive lanes. That lack of discipline will kill them against the option. The Jackets need to stay in position, maintain their lanes and make solid tackles. The Yellow Jackets should be able to utilize their speed against the Colts, and that gives them something of an advantage.

Woodford has shown the ability to bounce back all season, and I expect the same this week. Coach Chris Tracy said he was a bit concerned that the Jackets may come out a little sluggish after the emotional game last week, but I look for them to get rolling in the second half and take home a win.

Woodford 49 West Jessamine 14