Harrison County’s Graham joins LCA football staff
Posted by Mike Fields on May 2, 2008
Ray Graham, who has won almost 200 games in 28 years as a head football coach, is leaving Harrison County to become an assistant at Lexington Christian Academy.
In letter to Harrison County fans, Graham said he made his decision “after much introspection, prayer and many sleepless nights.” He will be assistant head coach and defensive coordinator to LCA Coach Paul Rains, and will be Senior Bible instructor at the school.
Graham coached Harrison County to the Class 4A semifinals last fall before the Thorobreds lost to eventual state champion Lexington Catholic. He had an overall record of 196-122, including a stint as coach at Rowan County.
“It’s difficult to leave young men and coaches I love,” Graham said in his letter. But I have always believed that decisions should be based upon one’s perceived will of God, and what is best for one’s family.” Graham’s mother, sister and daughter live in Lexington.
Rains called Graham “one of the most respected coaches in the state of Kentucky.” Beyond Graham’s football expertise, Rains said “Graham is even more respected for the Christian example that he has set for coaches all all levels.”
