Prep Football Flashback
By Terry Boehmker, NKyTribune sports reporter
Logan Castleman had a standout performance, rushing for 170 yards, scoring three touchdowns, and recovering two fumbles in Beechwood's 33-21 win over Newport Central Catholic.
Beechwood quarterback Cameron Hergott also had a notable game, passing for 131 yards and two touchdowns. The Tigers' defensive unit had four takeaways in the victory, which was the final regular season game for both teams.
Beechwood went on to win a third consecutive Class 1A state championship under head coach Noel Rash before moving up to Class 2A. Castleman played a crucial role in the team's playoff success, rushing for 741 yards and scoring 14 touchdowns in four playoff wins.
He finished his senior season with 1,694 total rushing yards and 34 touchdowns. Castleman's athletic prowess extended beyond football, as he was also one of the state's leading hitters in baseball with a .620 average, helping Beechwood reach the state semifinals and finish with a 38-2 record.
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Author's summary: Logan Castleman led Beechwood to victory with three touchdowns and two fumble recoveries.