Russellville’s Benton Named Class 1A Coach Of The Year

Maxwell Trink,

RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – Russellville head coach Mikie Benton has officially been named the class 1A Coach of the Year.

Benton led his Panthers to a 12-2 record on the season and a trip to Kroger Field for the state title game. Russellville ultimately fell short to Pikeville, 30-27.

Huge congratulations to coach Benton on a terrific season.

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