The KHSAA (Kentucky High School Athletic Association) football playoffs are an exciting time for high school football fans across Kentucky. The playoffs feature the top teams in each class battling it out for the right to be called state champions. For fans hoping to watch the action, there are several options to catch the games.
In the opening rounds, many of the games will be played at the home fields of the higher seeds. Tickets can often be purchased at the gate. As the playoffs progress further, the games move to neutral sites and venues that can accommodate larger crowds. The state championship games take place at the University of Kentucky’s Kroger Field in Lexington.
While attending a game in person is an unbeatable experience, it’s not always possible for every fan. The good news is that many of the playoff games will be televised or streamed online. Here is a rundown of how to watch the KHSAA football playoffs:
How to Watch on TV
A number of the playoff games will be broadcast on local television stations. The availability varies by region, but stations like WKYT (Lexington), WTVQ (Lexington), WBKO (Bowling Green), WPSD Local 6 (Paducah), and WKSO (Somerset) often show games. Check your local TV listings or the stations’ websites to find KHSAA playoff games in your viewing area.
KHSAA TV provides a live webcast of many playoff games. The semifinals and state championship games will be televised live on KHSAA TV (subscription required). Subscribe at khsaatv.org for access.
Playoff Games on WKYT
WKYT in Lexington is a good option for watching central Kentucky playoff matchups. The veteran sports team provides pregame breakdowns and analysis. Check wkyt.com for the schedule of games that will be aired.
Playoff Games on WTVQ
WTVQ ABC 36 in Lexington is another destination for central Kentucky’s best high school football playoff action. Games are streamed on wtvm.com and broadcast over the air.
Listen on the Radio
Can’t watch but want to follow along? Listen to playoff game broadcasts on the radio. Stations like WLAP 630 AM (Lexington), WFKY 104.9 FM (Frankfort), and WDHR 93.1 FM (Pikeville) carry game coverage. Search local listings for KHSAA football.
WLAP 630 AM
Catch central Kentucky high school football playoff updates on SportsTalk 630 WLAP. The AM station offers lively pregame, play-by-play, halftime, and postgame shows. Listen on the radio or stream online.
Station | Frequency |
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WLAP | 630 AM |
WFKY 104.9 FM
Frankfort’s WFKY Fox 104.9 FM provides coverage of Franklin County and surrounding area playoff action. Tune in on the radio or listen to the online stream.
Stream Online
Don’t have access to local TV or radio? No problem. Many of the stations that broadcast the games also stream them live online. Visit the websites of Lexington stations like WKYT and WTVQ to watch their coverage. individual team and school sites often offer audio streams as well.
The NFHS Network provides a live video stream of select playoff games from across Kentucky. A subscription is required. Sign up at nfhsnetwork.com for access. Games are also archived to watch on demand.
KHSAA.tv streams all playoff games. A subscription is required, $10.99/month or $79.99 annually. Get live and on demand access to the action.
Stream on NFHS Network
The NFHS Network streams many KHSAA football playoff games. A subscription is required. Watch the games live or on demand later.
Streaming Service | Price |
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NFHS Network | $10.99/month |
Stream on KHSAA.tv
For access to live streams and replays of all the playoff action, subscribe to KHSAA.tv. Monthly and yearly subscription options are available.
Streaming Service | Price |
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KHSAA.tv Monthly | $10.99/month |
KHSAA.tv Yearly | $79.99/year |
Social Media
Twitter and Facebook are great outlets for following KHSAA football playoff updates in real time. Search relevant hashtags like #khsaa and #khsaafootball to see live commentary, highlights, photos and more posted by teams, media, and fans from the games. You’ll feel the excitement of big plays, rivalries, and championship tension.
Many teams also provide score updates, game stats, and other content via their official Twitter and Facebook accounts. KHSAA’s accounts share statewide playoff news. Find them @khsaasports (Twitter) and @khsaa (Facebook). The @khsaainsider Twitter account provides inside coverage.
Hashtags to Follow
Track KHSAA playoff conversations and updates by searching these hashtags on Twitter and Facebook:
Hashtag |
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#khsaa |
#khsaafootball |
#kstitle |
KHSAA Social Media Accounts
Stay up to date with scores, highlights, and more by following the KHSAA’s official social media accounts:
Platform | Handle |
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@khsaasports | |
@khsaa | |
@khsaainsider |
Team and School Websites
For coverage of specific teams, go straight to the source. Most KHSAA football playoff teams have their own websites, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and other accounts. Visit for game previews, roster info, schedules, results, photos, coach and player profiles, and more. Oftentimes, live audio or video streams are provided.
School sites like fayette.kyschools.us (Fayette County), kenton.kyschools.us (Kenton County), and daviess.kyschools.us (Daviess County) have pages dedicated to football and the playoffs. Live scoreboard updates are common. Get the inside scoop on your favorite squad.
Lexington High School Sites
In Lexington, school football sites like these are great resources:
School | Website |
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Frederick Douglass | fdhsgovs.com |
Henry Clay | henryclayfootball.com |
Bryan Station | bryanstationfootball.com |
Louisville High School Sites
In Louisville, school sites like these cover the playoff action:
School | Website |
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Trinity | trinityfootball.net |
Male | malefootball.net |
St. Xavier | stxsportsonline.com |
Conclusion
The KHSAA football playoffs bring excitement to Kentucky each fall. Fans have plenty of ways to watch and follow the road to the state championships, whether it’s on TV, radio, online, or social media. With so many viewing options, never miss a minute of hard-hitting, playoff action. Tune in and support your favorite student athletes and teams!