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East Ky Youth Athletics hosts MLB event in Inez
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A new event made its way to Martin County over the weekend. East Ky Youth Athletics, run by Kenny Maynard, hosted the first MLB hit, pitch and run event with over 25 participants and over 90 registered in the region. Each athlete participated in a hitting, running and…
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Cal Ripken All-Stars wrap up tournament at Stonecrest
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PRESTONSBURG — The Martin County Cal Ripken All-Stars played in the District 3 tournament at Stonecrest over the weekend. The 8U and 10U teams picked up wins, with 12U facing the two toughest squads of the tournament. The following is a recap of last week’s tournament action: Martin Co. 8U…
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Lackey, Vance named to Class A Honorable Mention All-State list
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Tug Valley seniors Conner Lackey and Julian Vance were both named to the Class A Honorable Mention All-State baseball list by the West Virginia Sports Writers Association. The two helped lead the Panthers to a good season this spring. Vance and Lackey both had solid seasons this…
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Cardinals baseball players attend EXACT camp
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Baseball season ended for Martin County High School last month, but that did not stop two Cardinals from hitting the grind this summer. Aidan Mann and Damian Cheek recently attended the EXACT camp in Louisville. The program hosts prospect camps that bring in high-potential athletes to play in…
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Cal Ripken All-Stars announced
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Cal Ripken All-Stars were announced June 2 with the District 3 tournament set for June 13-16 at Stonecrest in Prestonsburg. The 12U softball tournament will take place June 19-22 in Lawrence County. Bracket drawings had not been announced at press time. The Martin County 8U…
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Tug Valley’s Hall, Muncy named first-team all-state in softball; Wellman honorable mention
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Tug Valley’s softball team was well represented on the Class A All-State softball team voted on by the West Virginia Sports Writers Association. Sophomore Bailee Hall was named to the first-team as a utility player and senior Haleigh Muncy made the first-team all-state as an outfielder. Amelya…
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Undefeated Angels finish season as champion
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County hosted the 2024 Cal Ripken Tournament last week at Frank Horn Field. The Angels narrowly escaped the Vipers 9-6 to secure the crown and cap off an undefeated season. The Vipers defeated the T-Birds 12-8 to advance to the Championship game and earn Runner-up. Angels vs.…
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Astros rally to win Cal Ripken championship
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Astros are the 2024 Martin County Cal Ripken champions after a five-run rally in the fourth inning propels them to a 7-4 championship win over the Outlaws on May 31 in Inez. The following is a recap of last week’s tournament action: Astros vs. Outlaws championship –…
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MLB Pitch, Hit, and Run slated for June 22 in Inez
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — East KY Youth Athletics will be hosting the MLB Hit, Pitch, and Run competition June 22 at Frank Horn Field in Inez. The event is for girls and boys aged 7-14 to test their skills and qualify for a chance to play at the Great American Ballpark where…
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Diamond Dawgs bounce back to win championship
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Diamond Dawgs and Legends went head-to-head in the Martin County Coach Pitch tournament. In double elimination, the Legends emerged from the loser’s bracket to defeat the Dawgs Friday 8-7. The Diamond Dawgs recovered in the championship game, winning by a score of 10-3 over the Legends on…
Category: Baseball & Softball
