June 9, 2025

Unstoppable: KY Rush 2014 Boys Crowned Kentucky Premier League Champions

Perfect season seals title in debut KPL campaign for rising U11 squad

The KY Rush 2014 Boys (U11) have completed a dominant campaign in the Kentucky Premier League (KPL) Second Division, finishing the spring season with a perfect 9-0-0 record to capture the title. With 37 goals scored and only 11 conceded, the team topped the table with 27 points—9 points clear of second place.

This season marked the team’s first in the Kentucky Premier League, having earned promotion after winning the KSSL Premier Division title last fall. The jump in competition didn’t faze them. Instead, the boys from KY Rush made an emphatic statement that they belong among the best in the state.

Led by Head Coach Joe Estes, the team went unbeaten through league play, earning standout victories over respected opponents from Bluegrass Soccer Club, Nelson Elite, MVP, Lex Sporting and Kings Hammer.

Standings Snapshot

  • Record: 9 wins, 0 losses, 0 draws
  • Goals For: 37
  • Goals Against: 11
  • Goal Differential: +26
  • Points: 27 (1st place)

Their closest competitors, Bluegrass SC (18 points) and Nelson Elite (16 points), couldn’t keep pace with Rush’s relentless attack and airtight defense.

The Roster

The championship-winning roster featured a talented and balanced group of players:

  • Alex Fuentes
  • Andrew Estes
  • Carson Herren
  • Cason Yao
  • Chase Lehker
  • Cohen Fenison
  • Deegan Wilson
  • Ivan Perez
  • Jayden Smith
  • Jordi Morales
  • Liam Vanhook
  • Samson Yao
  • Tripp Phelps
  • Wilson Gehring

Each player brought skill, effort, and passion—coming together to deliver one of the most impressive runs at this age in recent memory.

A Word from the Coach

Head Coach Joe Estes praised the team’s unity and determination:

“This group has been through a lot together—from our days at Somersport to competing against some of best teams in the state. They train with intensity, play with heart, and show incredible character. I’m proud of the development that has taken place over the past three years, but even more proud of who these boys are becoming—on and off the field.
Remember their names—this is just the beginning.”

Looking Ahead

With a flawless KPL debut, KY Rush 2014 Boys have firmly established themselves in Kentucky’s top State League. Their development trajectory points upward, and the club looks forward to seeing what’s next for this outstanding group of young athletes.


Congratulations to the players, families, and coaches on a championship season to remember!


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