CITIZEN STAFF REPORT

INEZ — After the big weekend for the Cardinals in the All “A” State Tournament in Richmond, Martin County’s Matt Linville comes away with a historic team win and a college offer from Kentucky Christian University.

KCU is offering to extend Lineville’s basketball career to the next level while achieving his bachelor’s degree.

The KCU Knights have watched Linville this season and were impressed with his size and ability to finish around the rim and shoot it beyond the arc.

The 6-foot-3 power forward brings a lot to the table and will be a great addition to any team.

“I’m very blessed to have received an offer from KCU,” Linville said. “I’ve always wanted to play college ball, so having a school give me that opportunity is an awesome feeling. I’m thankful for all my friends, family and coaches that have helped me get to this point, and I am thankful for the coaches from KCU for giving me this opportunity to further my education and basketball career.”

Martin County Coach Jason James is no stranger to his athletes receiving offers from the next level.

“I’m just really happy for him,” James said. “Matt is the kind of athlete that is going to continue to get better every year. Matt has a very high ceiling, and I’m proud of him.”

Coach James also mentioned that other schools are showing interest in his towering forward.