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Mullins takes two college visits
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School’s Kendal Mullins is making the most of his senior football season, on the field and off it. The versatile lineman recently took part in two college game day experiences as he explores opportunities to play at the next level. Mullins attended a game day
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Martin County Middle School celebrates eighth-graders
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Middle School’s eighth graders took the field for the final time at home Oct. 9. Boyd County came away with a 32-6 victory. The Cardinals opened with momentum as Landon Estep broke free on the first play from scrimmage, running from Martin County’s 40-yard line to
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Tug Valley downs Wayne 25-20
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WAYNE, W.Va. — Tug Valley’s long road game stretch continued Friday night as they traveled to Wayne to take on the Class AA Pioneers. The Panthers earned the hard-fought 25-20 victory which should help them in the playoff rankings this week. “Tonight was a playoff-type atmosphere and we rose up
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Cardinals cruise to 48-18 win over Leslie County
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School football (6-1) tacked on another win Friday to make it six in a row. The Redbirds rolled past Leslie County (2-5) by a score of 48-18 behind three interceptions from the Cardinals defense. Martin County rushed for 234 yards and five touchdowns while allowing only
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Martin County Middle powers past Lenore 32-6
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LENORE — Martin County Middle School football powered past Lenore 32-6 Saturday before the game was called in the third quarter. The Cardinals dominated both sides of the ball, putting together an explosive first half. Braxten Pack opened scoring with a touchdown, followed by another from Ryder Little. Landon Estep
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Inez Drug Store Player of the Week: Jarrod Haney
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School’s Jerrod Haney is the Inez Drug Store Player of the Week. The junior had an outstanding performance Friday in the Cardinals’ 48-18 win over Leslie County. Haney made his presence felt on both sides of the ball. He hauled in four receptions for 113
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Lafferty visits Midway
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN MIDWAY — Martin County football star Crayson “Bones” Lafferty visited Midway University for an official trip, exploring the scenic campus known for its horses. The junior has previously made a name for himself on the defensive side leading Class 2A in total tackles last season with 189. This season, he
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Tug Valley cruises past River View
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN BRADSHAW, W.Va. — After a bye week, Tug Valley made the trip down into rural McDowell County on Friday night and handled business as they defeated River View 48-6. The Panthers entered the game rated No. 10 in the WVSSAC playoff rankings. “The bye week definitely came at a good
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Martin County interrupts Knott Central’s historic start with 41-6 rout
Coach Josh Muncy records 50th career win BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN HINDMAN — Martin County handed Knott County Central its first loss of the season Friday night on the Patriots’ home field, rolling to a 41-6 win that marked head coach Josh Muncy’s 50th career victory. Knott County Central coach Randall Mullins called the
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Inez Drug Store Player of the Week: Liam Fields
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School’s Liam Fields is the Inez Drug Store Player of the Week. The junior had a standout performance Friday night in Martin County’s 41-6 road win over Knott County Central. Fields caught four passes for 81 yards. His touchdown reception came early in the first
