Purples roll over Grayson, former head coach Kevin Wallace honored
Published 12:21 am Saturday, October 24, 2026
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Bowling Green quarterback Anthony Davis scrambles out of the pocket for a long yardage gain. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Reid Gathright is tripped up by Grayson County’s Buster Jameson. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Ayden Wickware recovers a fumble on a bad Grayson County snap. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Bode Knee celebrates after teammate Zavier Rice (23) scores a touchdown. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green defenders Wilson Moran (left) and Jack Ngoy wrap up Grayson County’s Robinson Brenton. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Bode Knee pulls in a pass with Grayson County’s Ford Westen defending. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s JaCaurie Woodard runs through the tackle of the Grayson County defender. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Nick Graham crosses the goal line for a score. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (John Williams/Special to the Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Nick Graham carries the ball for a long gain. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Nick Graham is upended by a Grayson County defender. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Jett Reynolds dives for a tipped ball. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Nick Graham celebrates after scoring a touchdown. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green running back Nick Graham scores. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Arlando Davis scores a touchdown. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green head coach Mark Spader motions to his team. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green quarterback Anthony Davis looks downfield on a pass play. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s JaCaurie Woodard carries the ball. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (John Williams/Special to the Daily News)
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The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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BGISD Superintendent Gary Fields (left) congratulates Kevin Wallace. Former Purples head football coach, Kevin Wallace, was inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game against Grayson County. Wallace spent 22 seasons leading the Purples, compiling 254 wins and guiding the program to five state championships. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Former Purples head football coach, Kevin Wallace, was inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game against Grayson County. Wallace spent 22 seasons leading the Purples, compiling 254 wins and guiding the program to five state championships. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Former Purples head football coach, Kevin Wallace, was inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game against Grayson County. Wallace spent 22 seasons leading the Purples, compiling 254 wins and guiding the program to five state championships. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Reid Gathright runs through a tackle. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (John Williams/Special to the Daily News)
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Bowling Green’s Arlando Davis has the ball stripped on what was called an incomplete pass. The Purples defeated visiting Grayson County 54-7 Friday, October. 23, 2026. The Homecoming game saw former Bowling Green head football coach, Kevin Wallace, inducted as the sixth member of Bowling Green High School’s Wall of Honor during halftime of Friday night’s football game. Before the start of the game, the Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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The Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford (pictured), Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored at a luncheon Friday at the school and introduced at the BGHS Homecoming football game against Grayson County Oct. 23, 2026. The Hall of Honor was established to recognize the outstanding character, achievements, and contributions of Bowling Green High School graduates. A distinguished honoree demonstrates the district motto of “Excellence Is Worth The Effort” in their professional careers, civic endeavors, and personal relationships. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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The Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn (pictured), Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored at a luncheon Friday at the school and introduced at the BGHS Homecoming football game against Grayson County Oct. 23, 2026. The Hall of Honor was established to recognize the outstanding character, achievements, and contributions of Bowling Green High School graduates. A distinguished honoree demonstrates the district motto of “Excellence Is Worth The Effort” in their professional careers, civic endeavors, and personal relationships. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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The Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, (pictured) Class of 2006 were honored at a luncheon Friday at the school and introduced at the BGHS Homecoming football game against Grayson County Oct. 23, 2026. The Hall of Honor was established to recognize the outstanding character, achievements, and contributions of Bowling Green High School graduates. A distinguished honoree demonstrates the district motto of “Excellence Is Worth The Effort” in their professional careers, civic endeavors, and personal relationships. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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The Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored at a luncheon Friday at the school and introduced at the BGHS Homecoming football game against Grayson County Oct. 23, 2026. The Hall of Honor was established to recognize the outstanding character, achievements, and contributions of Bowling Green High School graduates. A distinguished honoree demonstrates the district motto of “Excellence Is Worth The Effort” in their professional careers, civic endeavors, and personal relationships. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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The Bowling Green High School Hall of Honor, Class of 2026: Doug Mefford, Class of 1981; Ashlee Wilson Quinn, Class of 2005; and Justin Tidwell, Class of 2006 were honored at a luncheon Friday at the school and introduced at the BGHS Homecoming football game against Grayson County Oct. 23, 2026. The Hall of Honor was established to recognize the outstanding character, achievements, and contributions of Bowling Green High School graduates. A distinguished honoree demonstrates the district motto of “Excellence Is Worth The Effort” in their professional careers, civic endeavors, and personal relationships. (Joe Imel/Daily News)
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Joe Imel is the Regional Publisher of the Bowling Green Daily News, as well as seven other CMG newspapers in Kentucky and Tn. The Daily News has been publishing for more than 169 years in Southcentral Kentucky. Imel began his journalism career 37 years ago as a reporter for the McLean County News, later the Hardin County Independent and finally arrived at the Daily News as a photojournalist in 1991. He rose through the newsroom ranks as chief photographer, photo editor, assistant managing editor, director of digital operations, general manager of WDNZ-TV, a low-power TV station owned by the paper, and later promoted to general manager for the Gaines family. He continues in that role with CMG. Imel studied photojournalism at Western Kentucky University. He is an award-winning photographer that continues to pick up his cameras when he is not listening to the police scanner and tweeting to more than 80,000 followers. He and his wife, Tracy, reside in Bowling Green. They have a son that works in politics in Washington, D.C.
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