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Martin County golfers with strong performance at Ashland Invitational
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN ASHLAND — Martin County’s boys golf team continued to gain valuable experience Monday competing in the Ashland Invitational Tournament at Bellefonte Country Club. Blake Lemaster led the Cardinals with a score of 91. Ryder Duncan followed with a 99, while Avery Duncan posted a 103. Gaven Grace rounded out the…
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Martin County golf tees off 2025 season
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Under the direction of head coach Boo Newsome, the Martin County High School golf team has opened its season with a trio of competitive tournament appearances. The Cardinals teed off the 2025 season July 21 at the Johnson Central Invitational held at Stone Crest Golf Course in Prestonsburg.…
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Martin County golfers Evans and Deskins compete in state All ‘A’
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT RICHMOND — Kenadie Evans and Jaylee Deskins competed in the state All “A” Classic on Sunday at Gibson Bay Golf Course in Richmond. Evans finished tied for 16th, shooting a 91, while Deskins tied for 38th in a field of over 90 golfers. Both athletes secured their places in the state competition…
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Evans and Deskins receive college offers
Two Martin County golfers received their second college offers Friday from Alice Lloyd College after earning the top two spots in the 15th Region All “A” Classic. Junior Kenadie Evans won the Classic while senior Jaylee Deskins finished as the runner-up.
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Evans claims 15th Region All ‘A’ Classic championship
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — Two Martin County golfers will compete in the state All “A” Classic following their success in the 15th Region All “A” on Aug. 20 at Stonecrest Golf Course. Junior Kenadie Evans claimed her first 15th Region All “A” championship with a score of 93, while senior Jaylee Deskins followed with…
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Martin County golfers finish strong
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT The Martin County Lady Cardinals and Cardinals had a strong showing in a 9-hole golf match Aug. 6 at Stonecrest Golf Course. Kenadie Evans and Jaylee Deskins led the Lady Cards to a strong finish. Evans secured first place with a score of 40, while Deskins finished second with a 45. The…
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Cardinals golf competes in challenging PIT
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — The Martin County Cardinals competed in the Pikeville Invitational Tournament at Stonecrest Golf Course on Saturday. The PIT is one of the state’s largest tournaments, drawing top players from across the region. A total of 105 golfers participated in the event on a hot August day at Stonecrest. This tournament…
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Martin County golf teams swing into season
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Martin County High School golf teams are off and swinging in the 2024 season. Second-year head coach Boo Newsome opened practice for the girls and boys teams July 15 at the team’s home course, StoneCrest Golf Course. Stonecrest has recently undergone major renovations, Newsome said, offering a great experience for the athletes.…
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MCHS Senior Golf Spotlight: Meet Deskins, Wilson and Jude
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — As the golf season gears up, we turn our attention to the senior members of the Martin County High School Cardinals and Lady Cardinals golf teams. Seniors Drew Wilson and Weston Jude are leading the Cardinals while senior Jaylee Deskins is spearheading the Lady Cards team. Deskins, a steadfast member…
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Kenadie Evans takes first place in ALC Showcase
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — The Lady Cards and Cardinals represented Martin County in the Alice Lloyd College Showcase on July 30 at StoneCrest Golf Course. Junior Kenadie Evans led the way with an impressive 9-hole score of 45, securing first place in the 16-and-under division and second overall in the competition. Senior Jaylee Deskins…
