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Martin County routs Pike Central 11-0 in season opener
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County waited through two cancellations to open its season, then needed only one half to beat Pike Central 11-0. Seven Lady Cardinals scored before the mercy rule ended the match at halftime. Jaz Jude led Martin County with three goals and an assist for seven points. Anna…
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Tug Valley Panthers expect a winning season
Coach Kyle Runyon takes the reins BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN NAUGATUCK, W.Va. — Kyle Runyon, who was an assistant coach for the Tug Valley Panthers for two seasons, is now leading the way as the first-year head coach in Naugatuck. He and his assistant coaches expect another winning season in 2026. Runyon knows his…
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Lady Cards sweep Johnson Central Soccerama
Farm Bureau Cup set Aug. 13 BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PAINTSVILLE — Martin County wrapped up its preseason on a high note Saturday. The Lady Cards swept all three matches at the Johnson Central Soccerama to go 6-0 in scrimmages before the official debut. The Lady Cardinals defeated East Carter 3-0, host Johnson Central…
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From court to flight line: Wefenstette makes her mark in the Air Force
Martin Countian earns Airman of the Quarter honors BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PARISH, La. — Fallyne Wefenstette spent much of her childhood competing on ballfields and basketball courts in Martin County. Now, the former Sheldon Clark standout is competing in a different arena and continuing to make her hometown proud. Wefenstette, an Airman First…
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Duncan wins Alice Lloyd College Golf Showcase; James win age division
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PRESTONSBURG — Ryder Duncan went bogey-free to win overall and Mia James brought home a division title as Martin County turned in a strong performance Aug. 4 at the Alice Lloyd College Showcase at StoneCrest Golf Course. Duncan fired a personal-best 4-under-par 31 over nine holes to win the 14-and-under…
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Lady Cardinals volleyball gets preseason tune-up
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — Martin County volleyball got an early look at its 2026 squad Saturday during a preseason panorama at Shelby Valley High School. The Lady Cardinals battled Phelps to a 45-45 tie at the end of the 35-minute varsity session and also lost to Pikeville. First-year Martin County coach Kristen…
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Kirk & Crum Law Office Player of the Week: Ryder Duncan
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Ryder Duncan is the Kirk & Crum Law Office Player of the Week. Duncan fired a bogey-free, 4-under-par 31 at the Alice Lloyd College Golf Showcase to win his age division and claim the overall championship Aug. 4. The round was also a personal best for nine holes.…
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Martin County Middle Lady Cards drop three at Belfry
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN BELFRY — Martin County Middle School girls basketball hit the road to Belfry. The Lady Cardinals dropped all three contests against the Lady Pirates. Belfry won the A-team matchup 53-30, took the B-team game 34-3 and defeated Martin County 24-8 in C-team action. A team Martin County battled back from…
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Martin County football unveils 2026 slate, looks to build on recent success
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County football has released its 2026 schedule as the Cardinals prepare to build on a nine-win season and continue one of the strongest stretches in program history. Martin County finished 9-3 in 2025 and advanced to the second round of the Class 2A state playoffs. The Cardinals…
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First Flight brings Cardinals football family together
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County football gave the community its first glimpse of the 2026 season July 31 during the second annual First Flight practice at The Rock. The evening brought the youth, middle school and high school programs together under the lights, with each group taking the field throughout the…
