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Shannon Lewis takes over Lady Cards basketball program
Championship coach says tradition, community backing drew him to Inez BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School has announced Shannon Lewis as the new head coach of the Lady Cardinals basketball program. Lewis takes over for Hall of Fame coach Robin Newsome, who recently retired after 48 years with the program,…
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Lady Cards scrimmage at Prestonsburg
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PRESTONSBURG — Martin County High School girls basketball took the floor in two scrimmages at Prestonsburg, June 18. New Lady Cardinals coach Shannon Lewis was in the gym to observe the young squad he will be taking over this fall. Assistant coaches Lance Tackett and Mark Tiller have guided workouts…
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Three Tug Valley standouts earn All-State softball honors
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Tug Valley placed three players on the West Virginia Sports Writers Association Class A All-State softball teams, with senior Bailee Hall and sophomore Katie Hall earning first-team honors and sophomore Emma Lackey receiving honorable mention recognition. Bailee Hall was a repeat member of the Class A All-State first team. The…
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Cal Ripken announces softball All-Stars
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Cal Ripken has announced its softball all-star selections for the 2026 season, recognizing standout players who will represent the league in tournament play this summer. The All-Stars will play in Johnson County amongst regional teams the weekend of June 25-30. All-Stars selections include Hope Dials, Alicemae…
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Kentucky Dodgers, Coal Cats, Diamond Divas crowned Cal Ripken champs
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PRESTONSBURG — The Martin County Cal Ripken League wrapped up its postseason tournament last week, crowning champions in Cal Ripken baseball, Coach Pitch baseball and softball. The Kentucky Dodgers captured the Cal Ripken championship, defeating the Reds 7-6 in a thrilling title game June 5. The Coal Cats claimed the…
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Kirk & Crum Law Office Player of the Week: Lyric Howell
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Lyric Howell is the Kirk & Crum Law Office Player of the Week. Howell opened the Martin County Cal Ripken tournament by going 2-for-3 with an inside-the-park home run, a double, four RBIs and two runs scored in a 16-5 victory over the Orioles. He also earned the…
