I think I was there that day. If I recall, that was probably the most exciting event of that day. Al Baker was supposed to be UK’s Hershel Walker, if I recall the hype correctly.I don’t know the kinship, but here’s one of my favorite plays in UK history.
The reason Chris and others slid on their arses: it was like 25 degrees in Cincy that day, and the endzones had so much ice, even with cleats, uncontrolled sliding was likely.
[PS, same game Al Baker broke an ankle, Badly!].
He was listed in everyone’s Top 100/200 recruiting list, nationally, often at Number 1.if I recall the hype correctly.
As long as any kid that is good at sports in Fayette County can go to FD, they will be loaded.I think Frederick Douglass had 7 players sign D1 scholarships! Every year they are loaded.