 Clay County ranked only behind Owensboro and Scott County High School in the "Lexington Herald-Leader"'s 1985–86 preseason coaches poll.During Clay County's 22–6 regular season, Farmer, who moved to the point guard position, averaged 18.6 points, 10 assists, and 8 rebounds per game.The Tigers won the 13th District Title, setting up a matchup with Pulaski County High School in the first round of the KSHAA state tournament.