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Martin County Middle School dominates Johns Creek
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School opened its season Nov. 6 with a 62-41 victory over Johns Creek. The Cardinals held a 13-6 lead at the end of the first quarter. They stretched the lead to 37-22 by halftime and maintained control throughout the game. Aiden Copeland led the charge…
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Eden finishes perfect season with EKEBC Championship
BY JOSHUA BALL FOR THE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN FALLSBURG — Eden has that undefeated feeling. And it feels so good. Real good. The Wildcats wrapped up a perfect season with a flawless performance, defeating county-rival Inez, 28-12, Saturday for the Eastern Kentucky Elementary Basketball Conference A-Team Championship at Fallsburg Elementary School. Eden won all 20 of…
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Cardinal Madness set for Saturday
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — It’s that time of year, Cardinal fans. Martin County High School is set to host its annual Cardinal Madness Red and White games Saturday. This exciting event offers local fans a sneak peek at the upcoming high school girls and boys basketball teams. Fans will also get an early look…
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Zip Zone Express Tip-off Classic schedule announced
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Coach Jason James has officially announced the 2023 Zip Zone Express Tip-off Classic schedule. All matchups will take place Nov. 25 at Martin County High School in Inez. The premier preseason event will showcase some of the top-rated teams and players in Kentucky and West Virginia.…
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Eden A-team wins Martin County championship
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The Martin County Elementary Girls Basketball Tournament concluded Oct. 25 before a packed house at Martin County Middle School. Eden won the A-team championship, while Inez claimed both the B-team and C-team titles. Eden, Inez and Warfield also honored their sixth grade players during the tournament. Below is…
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Tug Valley rolls to 42-7 win over Mount View
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WELCH, W.Va. — The Tug Valley Panthers rolled to another victory over the Mount View Knights 42-7 in a road game Friday in Welch. The Panthers led 14-0 after one quarter and 42-0 at halftime. In the second half the coaches agreed just to play two six-minute quarters. Buddy Marcum…
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Basketball practice officially opens Oct. 15
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The first official day of high school basketball practice is set for Oct. 15. As the date approaches, the Martin County Cardinals and Lady Cardinals are riding on the momentum of their remarkable 2022-2023 campaigns and are eager to prepare for the 2023-2024 season. Last year, the Cardinals…
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Martin County Middle School girls wrap up regular season with win
WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School Lady Cards concluded the regular basketball season with a convincing 36-15 win over South Floyd, extending their record to 18-2. Before the A-team’s game, the Lady Cards celebrated 8th-grade night, paying tribute to their seven 8th graders: Desiree Gullett, Maci Maynard, Lexie Cline, Chloe Moore, Caylee Moore, Bri Muncy…
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