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James finishes fifth in Nelson and Cathy Gullett Invitational, picks up college offers
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PAINTSVILLE — Martin County’s Jake James had a strong showing on the greens Saturday as he shot an impressive 2 over par 72 at the Nelson and Cathy Gullett Invitational. He also received two college offers last week. The tournament took place at the Paintsville Golf Course, hosted by Johnson Central High
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Dance Cards shine in debut performance
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School Dance Cardinals made an unforgettable entrance Friday, captivating the crowd during the football game’s halftime show. Anticipation ran high, and the dancers did not disappoint, earning a standing ovation and cheers from the entire county for their Cardinal Cowgirl themed dance. Set to Jason
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Martin County star guard Allen receives dual college offers
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The hardwood floors of Martin County High School are echoing with pride as star guard Alyssa Allen becomes the talk of the town in college basketball circles. This prodigious talent for the Lady Cardinals is proving that her basketball prowess is not just local chatter, with two more colleges vying
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Martin County’s Maynard commits to elite Nike team
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School basketball standout Maci Maynard has accepted an invitation to join the Kentucky Premier 15U Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL) Nike team. Kentucky Premier director David Tapley contacted MCMS coach Boo Newsome, extending the offer for Maynard to join the team for the 2024 AAU season. Kentucky
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Martin County tames Betsy Layne in preseason scrimmage
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — Martin County got a 14-7 win over the Betsy Layne Bobcats in a preseason scrimmage Saturday at Shelby Valley High School. The scrimmage was played under a running clock format. Senior running back Madden Miller played big on both sides of the ball. Miller had eight carries for
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James emerges as top golfer in 9-hole match at Stonecrest
PRESTONSBURG — Martin County senior Jake James emerged as the top golfer in a 9-hole match Thursday at Stonecrest Golf Course in Prestonsburg. James recorded an impressive 1-over-par score of 37. The Cardinals team earned fourth place in the match that featured several schools from the surrounding area. Teammates Drew Wilson, Dylan Hale, Cole Damron,
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Martin County Middle School cages Prestonsburg in season opener
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PRESTONSBURG — Martin County Middle School kicked off the football season Thursday on a high note. The Cardinals caged the Prestonsburg Blackcats 16-14 win in a game at Prestonburg. The Blackcats remained in control of the football for the entire first quarter before scoring at the 7:23 mark in the
