On Monday the 14th, the Rowdy Rebels took on the Lincoln County Patriots at Rebel Field to see who moves on to the district championship!

Boyle knew it would be a hard-fought game. The game started slowly, with strong defense from both sides, and the score was 0-0 going into halftime! 

After the half, Lincoln came out strong, scoring within the first 30 seconds on a Boyle County defensive error! 

Sloppy gameplay went on and on, and with 31 minutes left in the second half, Boyle got a Penalty kick after Cole Jarnigan won a penalty! Aiden White capitalized on the golden opportunity and tied the game at 1-1. 

With 19 minutes left in the second half, Lincoln scored a second goal, making it 2-1. 

Boyle fought hard til the very end, but with 4 minutes left, Lincoln sealed it with Walin scoring the final goal, ending Boyle’s season. Sophomore Peter Palmer said “We fought hard til the very end but came up just short.”

Boyle fought hard all season long but came up just short of competing for a championship. 

 Congratulations to all the seniors on their last season of Boyle County High School soccer! Join us next year for another season of Boyle County soccer!

      The Rebels were looking for a strong win over Garrard County on their senior night. The Rebels recognized all of their seniors before the game kicked off. The seniors are Zac Kirchner, Evan Moore, John Mack, Chandler Durham, Carter Ballard, Evan Perry and last but not least Jacob King. The game kicked off strong with the Rebels wanting goals, this want was answered early. Senior Zac Kirchner finished off his 10th goal of the season from a through ball from another senior Evan Moore. This was Evan Moore's first goal contribution of the season! Zac Kirchner then made a heads up play and robbed their centre-back of the ball outside the box and shot from 20 yards out. This shot then found the top corner of the post and put them ahead 2-0.

The second half was a lot of high pressure from the Rebels; however, they couldn’t find the net again. They put up 35 shots throughout the game and a lot of those were in the second half. Despite all of these shots and chances the Rebels couldn’t put away any more goals. Garrard County's keeper made some big saves that kept Boyle out of the net. So did Boyle County's Dru Eppinghoff as he came up with a big save to stop the score from being 2-1. 

The Rebels got a big win over a district opponent Garrard which will seed them as the two seed in the district tournament. This is due to their loss to Danville and their win over Lincoln County. 

Rebels senior Chandler Durham said, “I'm proud of this team's performance, but we need to pick up our finishing.”

The Rebels now move their focus to Taylor County as they travel there. They

also look for a win against region 12 opponent Wayne County.

On Tuesday, Saturday the 29th, the boys soccer team battled Taylor County at Taylor County High. Boyle County fought hard against the Taylor County Cardinals, a really good team this year, with the best striker in the state of Kentucky!

 So you know Boyle would try and come out with a spark, but unfortunately they did not have enough fuel coming out and went down 3-0 early! The Rebels' heads were hanging low, but they knew the game wasn't over until the final horn blew! 

The Rebels came back out with a spark, and Charlie Jarnigan scored to make it 3-1, and now the Rebels are in the game to win! Late in the second half, Cole Jarnigan struck in his first game since 7th grade, as the brothers both scored in Cole’s return to soccer! 

Boyle had the momentum, but with little time left, they had to score fast, unfortunately, they couldn't end what could have been an immaculate comeback, but the boys fought to the very end! 

Senior Chandler Durham said, “ We played slow in the first, but if we play as we did in the second half, we will win more games!”

In conclusion, Boyle fought hard to the very end and will keep on trucking to win the next game and more. Don’t forget to tune in to the next game as they face Wayne County at home on the first day of October this Thursday! 

On Thursday, September 17th, the Rebels traveled to Pulaski County's Maroon Stadium to play against the Pulaski County Maroons. After a long, well-fought game, the Rebels had a tough 6 - 2 loss. 

Boyle, missing 2 midfielders as well as their goalkeeper, started the game off with a slight problem, compromising by having a field player sub in for the goalie. 

Boyle was up by 1 in the beginning, with the goal scored by freshman Charlie Jarnigan. Pulaski then scored, tying the game until senior Zac Kirchner scored for the Rebels, ending the first half. 

Pulaski ran away with the win in the second half, scoring 3 goals in the last 15 minutes, securing the win and ending the game with a 6 - 2 loss for Boyle. 

Given the circumstances, the Rebels put up an amazing fight against the number 1 ranked team in the region. The score of the game does not represent how hard the Rebels fought against the Maroons. When asked about the game, senior Zac Kirchner said, “The score doesn't show the competitive match that was played." 

Catch the Rebels for Senior Night on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Rebel Stadium against Garrard County at 6:30 PM.

The boys soccer team travelled to Sayre after they got a big win against Lincoln County. The trip up to Lexington was promised to be an exciting one and it was definitely that. The first whistle blew and a minute in, senior Zac Kirchner netted his 7th goal of the season. It was a breakaway chance that the defense had a sloppy clear on at around half field. The initial ball was from freshman Charlie Jarnigan. The Rebels continued to outplay the Spartans and they laid on the pressure chance after chance. They found the back of the net on another Zac Kirchner goal. His second was a cross from the outside that lifted itself into the top left corner. This wrapped the half up at 2-0. 

In the second half Boyle looked to increase their lead. They pressured but weren’t able to find the net. Sayre also increased the pressure however they had a player given a red card due poor language. Down a man they then got a breakaway which led to sophomore goalkeeper Dru Eppinghof coming off his line. He was not able to get the ball, and Sayre was rewarded with a penalty and Boyles keeper got a red card. This very controversial call puts him out for the following game at Pulaski. Sayre converted the penalty.

The game ended 2-1 with Zac Kirchner's 2 goals being enough for the win. As they enter the second half of the season they hope to pick a few more wins and prepare for a very competitive district tournament.

Senior Jacob King says, “I am really glad I could help the team get the win. There is a lot to take away from the game and a lot to learn.” 

The Rebels shift their focus to the 12th region opponent, Pulaski, and district opponent Garrard.

On Thursday the 10th, the Rebels and the Patriots battled to see who would win in this historic 40th Anniversary of the 1st-ever boys soccer team! 2 families were honored, and those families were the Kilby Family and the Little family! These families have shown commitment and pride for the program.

Boyle came out with a spark, knowing that they were honoring families today, so they put on a great showdown. To start it off, Zac Kirchner found the back of the net in the 27th minute of the game. Carter Ballard cleared the ball, and Kirchner picked it up around half field and took it all the way to goal. This gave the Rebels that early spark. Lincoln scored late in the 1st half off a deflected shot. This led to it being all square at the end of the first half.

Entering the second half, the Rebels were looking for a winner. Sophomore Aiden White scored and took the lead in the 2nd half off his powerful long shot from 25 yards out. The Rebels pulled away, and they hung on to their lead, showing a lot of heart and grit even when they had players out. The win on this very special 40th Anniversary night meant everything and was even better that it was a district win. The Rebels made their statement and won, celebrating 40 years of soccer. 

In conclusion, the historic night came to a storybook ending with the Rebels winning and celebrating 40 years of soccer. Join us next time as the Rebels battle Sayre on Tuesday, September 15!

The Rebels traveled the short trip to Danville to take on their crosstown rivals. This game is always a passionate and meaningful game that promises excitement and drama. The first whistle blew and the Admirals came out swinging, they opened the scoring in the first minute. The Rebels coming out slowly had to dig into the game and battle back. Sophomore Walker Costello put press on their backline as their defence and keeper made a defensive mistake. This offensive pressure allowed Senior Zac Kirchner to slot a shot home and put the rebels back on level terms. This then shifted the momentum in Boyle's favor which allowed Charlie Jarnigan to win a penalty which Adain White converted at the end of the half. 

The second half kicked off similarly to the first. Danville came out motivated and searched for an equalizer which they found. A deflected shot found the bottom right corner making this game all square. Danville, feeling the momentum picked the ball in midfield and scored through the Rebels defense. Boyle picked their head to get a late equalizer and to maybe save the game put the pressure on. With shots coming off the post and being saved on the goal line the Rebels were getting desperate. A foul committed by the Rebels earned them a red card and they were not able to find the equalizer with the game ending 3-2.

The Rebels will now move past this tough district lost as they direct their focus to Lincoln County. A win on the 40th anniversary of Boyle Soccer against Lincoln will keep their hopes of the number 1 seed alive. 

Rebels senior Chandler Durham says “We have to move our focus to the rest of our district matches”. This reflects motivation and drive that this team needs to bring for the remainder of the season.

The Rebels traveled to Marion County for a regular season game. The game had crazy heat levels which actually ended up cancelling the JV game that was supposed to be before varsity. Both teams decided to play through the heat however even though the Rebels still have injuries and a suspension due to a red card. This presented many challenges for the rebels.

Once again this season the rebels came out slow for the first 5 minutes. However the rebels battled back and shifted the momentum back in their favor. However they went down 1-0 off a Marion County long ball off a free kick. Then with a minute left in the half Anders Petkus got played a ball down the line then sent Zac Kirchner through on goal. Kirchner beat a defender and had a powerful strike that snuck into the near post past the goalie. This put the rebels back on level terms with the Knights. 

The second half followed and the Rebels came out slow again. Dru Eppinghof came up big for the Rebels having 13 saves on the night. The defense held strong and the offense then picked it back up. Kirchner had two left footed shots that got blocked by the keeper. The rebels kept pressure on late but couldn't find a winner. But still walk away with a tie through missing players and heat. 

Anders Petkus who provided the assist had this to say about the offense “Compared to past games we connected more and came out stronger and made connections where it mattered”. This provides promise for the rebels for the remaining season.

The boys soccer team showed their fight and left it all out there after a tough 7-1 loss to GRC at home on Saturday, the 29th. Boyle had 1 goal, and that was from Star Sophomore Peter Palmer on an immaculate assist from Maverick Toon! The boys' soccer team came out slow and had a lot of injuries. Spectacular Sophomore Peter Palmer said, “We fought hard til the very end”

Boyle fought hard even though they came out slow, and GRC just came out a little bit stronger than Boyle, but the team can shake it off, get back to work, and keep that blood pumping and win that first game! Do not forget to tune in for boys soccer at Marion County on September 1st.

Coming off a 3-1 win at Southwestern and an undefeated season so far, the Rebels headed to Bourbon County on the 22nd. Boyle entered the match with a few key injuries and a few missing players. However, even though facing these injuries the Rebels and Bourbon County played to a 0-0 tie. 

The first half started off hot with both defenses facing lots of pressure. Bourbon County had a lot of crosses however the Boyle defense held well under the pressure. Approaching the end of the match rain started coming down very hard and it gave the Rebels a second wind. Boyle was pressing hard and had shots just wide and blocked by the goalie. 

The game ended 0-0 with both teams leaving with an ok result. This game leaves improvement for both teams but also positive things to take away. Senior midfielder Chandler Durham says “It was a pretty slow game but we will be better next time.”

Catch the Rebels in the 2a section 5 tournament nest as they search for a win over their region opponent.

By: Bryce Combs

The Rebels traveled to Pulaski to play Somerset in an attempt to win a region title. The boys came off two big wins against Danville and Lincoln County to win a district title. The Rebels fought really hard during the district tournament, with all their injured players returning at a perfect time! 

Boyle was looking to make a run during the region tournament where they played the district runners-up of the 47th district Somerset Briar Jumpers. The Briar Jumpers won the Region last year where they had an amazing season.The Rebels were playing on a short field where they controlled the ball really well getting many shots on goal. The Rebels ended the first half tied at 0-0 with the Briar Jumpers. The game was 0-0 for most of the 2nd half but the Briar Jumpers put one in the back of the net to get the lead 1-0 with 20 minutes left. Somerset scored short in the region tournament but the Seniors Ezra Brandt, Bryce Combs, Jacob Kirchner, Dalton Potts, Jackson Thornberry had an amazing career here for the boys Boyle County soccer program.

Sophomore Eli Wilson scoring 8 goals leading the team in scoring with his speed as striker, senior Jake Preston scoring 3 goals with a clutch goal against Lincoln County in the District championship to win and a key piece to the defensive line, 

Junior Zac Kirchner with 3 goals with his speed on the wing position, Junior Welles DeLair scoring 1 with his shooting power, Junior Evan Perry with 1 goal stepping up as center back mid season and key to many victories for the Rebels. Also the keeper Dru Eppinghoff Freshman who has a bright future ahead and will be key to this program in the future and having 45 saves on the season.

Senior Bryce Combs with well over 200 saves on the season finishing top 20 for most saves this season and 1 shutout. The Rebels finish the season with a constitution cup, a district title and a record of 5-12-1.

By: Bryce Combs

The Rebels traveled to Madison Central on September, 30th. These boys ended their season with a loss 8-0 to Madison Central. 

Madison Central is a very good team and controlled the ball for the whole game, scoring 8 goals with 15 minutes left in the 2nd half.

The goals Madison Central scored were breakaways and 1v1s with the goalie. Senior Bryce Combs stated, “They were a very skilled team and they were definitely one of the best teams we've played all season. But now it’s time to look forward and prepare for the district tournament.”

The Rebels look to bounce back in the district tournament, where they will play Danville at an undetermined time, but will be held at Lincoln County next week.

By: Alex Godbey

On September 29th the Boyle County Boys Soccer team had a tough matchup  against South Laurel at home. Both teams battled to a hard-fought 1-1 draw in a tightly contested matchup. The game carried extra meaning as it was Boyle’s senior night as the Rebels were determined to put on a strong performance. 

South Laurel struck first, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to take the lead early into the second half. The goal energized the Cardinals, who pressed forward in hopes of doubling their advantage. But Boyle however showed lots of resilience and refused to back down.

The Rebels began pushing numbers forward, creating more chances as the match wore on. Their persistence finally paid off when they were awarded a penalty kick after sustained pressure inside the box. Sophomore Eli Wilson stepped up to take the  penalty kick with confidence. With calm precision, he slotted the ball into the back of the net to level the score at 1-1. The goal ignited the Boyle County crowd and shifted the momentum back in their favor.

Both teams battled fiercely in the closing minutes, but neither side could find the decisive strike. The draw left both squads looking to build on the performance as the season continues. On a night dedicated to honoring Boyle’s seniors, the Rebels fought hard and ensured the celebration ended with a result to be proud of.

By: Bryce Combs

On September 24th, the Boyle County boys soccer team traveled to North Laurel for a highly anticipated matchup. Coming off a strong district win against Garrard County, the Rebels were eager to carry that momentum into this game and extend their winning streak.

The game started fast, with North Laurel’s offense wasting no time. The Jaguars struck early, putting two goals on the board within the first 19 minutes. Despite the early deficit, the Rebels responded with determination, creating multiple scoring chances before halftime.

Coming out of the break, Boyle County looked energized and focused. Their persistence paid off when, with just over 16 minutes remaining, Eli Wilson found the back of the net, cutting the Jaguars’ lead in half and giving the Rebels a surge of momentum.

Boyle continued to press for an equalizer, generating several opportunities as the clock wound down. However, in a heartbreaking final minute, North Laurel scored two quick goals in the last 30 seconds, sealing the game.

The Rebels return to action on September 25th at 8:00 PM as they take on South Laurel for Senior Night. Come out and support your Rebels!

By: Alex Godbey

Boyle County secured a hard-fought victory over Garrard County in a match that showcased both resilience and execution. The game began with both sides trading possessions with the ball. Garrard worked to keep the Rebels from finding an early rhythm, but Boyle made sure to remain steady under pressure.

The breakthrough came in at the 45-minute mark when Boyle was awarded a penalty kick. Midfielder Eli Wilson stepped up to the spot and calmly converted, giving the Rebels a crucial 1-0 lead just before the break. The goal gave Boyle momentum, while Garrard was left looking to regroup and find a way back into the match in the second half.

With just 30 minutes remaining, Boyle doubled their advantage. Forward Zac Kirchiner found the back of the net after breaking through Garrard’s defense, delivering the insurance goal that sealed the win. Despite Garrard’s late efforts to respond, Boyle’s defense held firm. The Rebels closed out a 2-0 victory and continued their strong winning streak. 

Make sure to keep the next Boyle soccer game in your calendar against Mercer county at Mercer!

By: Stella Feistrizer/Bryce Combs

The Constitution Cup stays at home. Thursday the 4th, both Boyle's soccer teams played against Danville at home in the annual Danville vs Boyle Constitution cup, double header. 

Both teams walked off the field with a trophy in hand. Our Lady Rebels played first at 6 pm at the rebel stadium, where they defeated the Admirals 8-0. The Rebels had a slow start in the first half with a few good shots. The first goal was scored by Addison Hazlett at the 10-minute mark, followed by a beautiful cross and goal from Claire Combs, connecting to Ellery Taylor, who finished it. Mia Kilby had a 30-yard shot shortly after, but it was stopped by the keeper. Claire Combs received her second goal at 26 minutes, which Maggie Burke assisted. Mia Kilby had a breakaway right before the half ended, making the score 4-0 going into the second half. 

The Rebels came out with lots of energy. The Rebels had possession at kickoff with a strong lead. The 5th goal was a result of a mishap at the 15-yard line, where the center ref disrupted the play, resulting in a drop ball to Boyle. Mia Kilby took advantage of this and scored in the lower left corner goal. 

The highlight of the game happened shortly after when Mia Kilby had a shot that bounced off the crossbar to senior Ellory Taylor, who headed it into the goal over the keeper. Another header resulted in a 7th goal for Boyle shortly after. Senior Regan Britt had a beautiful corner shot which was headed into the goal by Senior defender Braylee Leffew. Sophomore Claire Combs finished the game with a goal at the 64-minute mark, sending the Admirals home and securing the Constitution cup. 

The boys started the game off hot, controlling the game with multiple opportunities to score. The first half was very quiet in terms of scoring, but both teams were being very aggressive and fighting hard for the win. The first half ended 0-0, with senior goalkeeper Bryce Combs having a very active first half with 11 saves. 

The Rebels feel amazing heading into the 2nd half. The Rebels get a corner with 27 minutes left in the game and sophomore Maverick Toon takes a corner kick and puts it right on the six, where junior Welles Delair scores the 1st goal of the game.

The Rebels were feeling amazing but they knew their job wasn’t finished. The defensive side of the ball was played perfectly, stopping all the opportunities for Danville. With two minutes left junior Zach Kirechner passed the ball to Eli Wilson, who dribbled past the defensive line and scored to give the Rebels a 2-0 lead. The Rebels end up closing out and winning 2-0! Senior goalkeeper Bryce Combs recorded 17 saves and a clean sheet. Bryce Combs states, “I'm very proud of our team and what we can become by the end of the season.” 

Make sure to wish both the girls and boys team good luck! As the boys play Boone County on September 6th, at Madison Central. And the girls who play Bardstown September 6th, at Bardstown!

By: Bryce Combs

The Rebels are coming off a big confidence booster winning 2-0 in the Constitution Cup. Boyle boys soccer have an 0 in 1 record, losing to a region opponent, Somerset. But  still have 2 more games in the Constitution Cup.

The Rebels are playing a quality opponent, Boone County in order to steal a spot for the 2nd place game. The conditions of the field were wet as it rained the morning of. The Rebels are also still suffering from several injuries. But our Rebels continue to work hard as they get multiple opportunities to score, but don't succeed. Boone County scored 2 goals in the first half. 

Senior goalkeeper Bryce Combs had 8 saves with many shots taken on him. The Rebels were ready to keep working in the 2nd half as they still had enough determination to win this game. But Boone County played amazing defense. The Rebels were playing amazing defense as well, but unfortunately Boone County scored 2 more goals. Freshman goalkeeper Dru Eppinghoff had 9 saves. The Rebels fell 4-0 against Boone County and will play in the consolation game against a very good region opponent, Wayne County Cardinals.

Boyle had a couple of hours to rest and reset. The Rebels knew they had to make a statement as they started the second game stronger than before. At the start of the game the Rebels came in strong, by attacking the back line and contributing  multiple shots. The Rebels played fantastic defense, some even say better than the previous game. But with 5 minutes left in the half, the Cardinals scored to get the lead 1-0. The half ends with senior goalkeeper Bryce Combs recording 17 saves, which is a new record high for him. 

Boyle was really confident going into the 2nd half, but unfortunately, Wayne County scored with 20 minutes left in the game. The game began to shut down after that moment. The game ended with a final score of 2-0 with Wayne County coming out on top. The Cardinals had 34 shots this game and their senior goal keeper recorded 21 saves. 

Make sure to tell our boys soccer team to keep their heads up as they will play Tuesday, September 9th against a district opponent the Lincoln County Patriots. 

By: Alex Godbey

The Boyle County Rebels fell 3-1 to Somerset in a tough matchup Tuesday night. But the score doesn’t tell the whole story. Despite the loss, the Rebels showed grit, heart, and flashes of their best soccer of the season.

Senior goalkeeper Bryce Combs summed it up perfectly: “We played the best 80 minutes so far this season. We did amazing in the attacking third and in the defensive third. We are excited to see what we can do toward the end of the season.”

The Rebels entered the match shorthanded, with three key starters sidelined by injuries, yet they still battled toe-to-toe with the Briar Jumpers. Somerset struck first, sneaking in a goal off a corner kick just three minutes before halftime, but Boyle responded with energy and determination.

Although the scoreboard showed a tough loss, the Rebels walked off the field with confidence. A 3-1 final against a tough opponent—while playing undermanned—showed just how much potential this squad has moving forward. With the passion on display Tuesday night, the Rebels look ready to finish the season strong.

By: Bryce Combs

On August 23, the Rebels faced the Taylor County Cardinals for a spot in the 2A state section 4 finals. The Rebels played at Taylor county. The boys soccer team has a solid  record in the 2A state tournament, with two appearances in the final four over the last four years.

The game kicked off with the Rebels creating several scoring chances early on, but unfortunately, none of their shots found the back of the net. On the other side, Taylor County had their first chance with a corner kick, but freshman goalkeeper Dru Eppinghoff made a spectacular save to keep the game scoreless.

About 30 minutes into the first half, the Cardinals managed to score the first goal. The Rebels kept their heads up, though, and had a chance to respond when Chandler Durham broke away for a 1 on 1 with the Cardinals’ keeper. Chandler took a brilliant shot, but it hit the right post and was cleared by a defender. From there, the Cardinals took control, scoring four more goals before halftime, ending the first half with a 5-0 lead.

The second half started with Taylor County scoring two quick goals, putting them up 7-0 with 30 minutes left to play. Despite the score, the Rebels showed strong defense in the final 30 minutes, holding Taylor County scoreless for the remainder of the game.

The Rebels will look to bounce back when they face Somerset on September 2nd in the Tribe Shootout at Madison Central.

Written by Bryce Combs

On Thursday, The Boys Soccer Team faced off against the West Jessamine Colts during the 12th Region Semifinals at Rebel stadium. 

Both teams came out hot and fired up with aggression and battled to achieve a spot in the finals of Region 12. Early in the match, both teams had chances on goal but missed just wide. At the 26 minute mark, Boyle conceded a PK which resulted in 1-0 West Jessamine with the lead. After going down 1 in the first half the Rebels had an awakening, they stood back up with their heads held high coming back from halftime. 

At the start of the second half both teams went underway battling to score on one another, The ball was traveling intensely box to box as the time was ticking. As the time was running out the Rebels had a couple of great chances, but were well defended by the West Jessamines defense. Emotions were skyrocketing for both teams as the time was running out. The score remained the same at 1-0 till the final whistle. Boyle is defeated and heartbroken as West Jessamine goes on to the final game of Region 12. Asking Micah Brown, a captain on the Boys team how he felt about the game “We fought hard and had our chances but the ball just didn’t bounce in our favor.”

The Rebels had a great season and all of the Senior boys had a great high school career, I'm lucky to have been a part of such a great program and to amazing coaches throughout my career.

On October 15th, the boy's soccer team played Pulaski County in the first round of the Region 12 tournament. After an amazing district tournament run, the boys looked to carry the momentum into the region. The boys soccer team had many opportunities but could not find the back of the net. The game was 0-0 at the end of regulation and had to be decided in overtime. With 54 seconds left in the first overtime, Zach Kirchner finds the ball in the box and makes an incredible no-look pass to Alan Wireman and scores!!! Alan Wireman was asked his thoughts on the game and said that they “Survive and Advance.” The boys soccer team’s next game is on October 17th at Rebel Stadium against West Jessamine at 8:30 pm.