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MCMS takes down Bobcats
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The Lady Cards took down a tough Betsy Layne squad on Aug. 20 at Martin County Middle School. The A-team snuck by with 29-26 win in a dandy. The B-team fell short 28-22. The C-team squad came away with a 17-11 win. Lexi Cline put Martin County on…
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Eden and Inez A-teams undefeated after first week of elementary action
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Eden Lady Wildcats and Inez Indians began their seasons last week. Both teams came away with wins. The following is a recap of elementary action: Eden at South Magoffin – On Aug. 19 the Eden A-team defeated South Magoffin 40-11. Paige Stafford and Braylee Horn fired in…
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week: Lexi Cline
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Lexi Cline is the Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week. Cline fired in 11 points for the Martin County Middle School Lady Cards in a 29-26 win over Betsy Layne on Aug. 20. She nailed three from behind the arc in crucial moments for the Cards. In…
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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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Versatility helps Tug Valley’s Elia lead Panthers
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN NAUGATUCK, W.Va. — As a sophomore, Tug Valley’s Bryson Elia did about everything but sell popcorn at halftime for the program. He was named to the Class A First Team All-State team as a defensive back. However, with the versatility Elia has shown, he could have very well been placed…
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Cardinals football set for success
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN EASTERN — The Martin County High football team traveled to the top of the mountain at Floyd Central on Aug. 16 for a round-robin match-up with Floyd and defending state champ Pikeville. “We got a little loose and got some big plays,” head coach Josh Muncy said after the scrimmages.…
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Crisp evenings and cold bleachers
It’s been a brat summer for 2024. But on Friday, the Martin County High School football team travels to Hazard, which means crisp evenings and cold bleachers are right around the corner. With school beginning this month, sports teams are heading into their seasons. The football team looked good on both sides of the ball…
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Maci Maynard shines at Prep Girls Hoops Freshman Showcase
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT LOUISVILLE — Martin County’s 6-foot-4 freshman Maci Maynard made a strong impression at the Prep Girls Hoops Freshman Showcase in Louisville. She finished as one of the top performers among more than 120 participants. Steve Quattrocchi, a scout covering the event, praised Maynard’s performance: “Martin County’s @maynard_maci55 is the tallest prospect at…
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MCMS Lady Cards begin season
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School girls basketball season began this week with the B-team holding off Paintsville 22-18 on their home floor Aug. 13. The A-team fought back in the second half but could not stay hot as the Tigers came away with a 41-18 win. The B-team jumped…
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