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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…
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Behind the helmet: The Cline brothers—Jack and Jono
BY CHRISTY WELLS MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Cline Brothers are sparking excitement this year as the 2023-24 football season takes shape. Jack Cline (#14), a junior in the running back position for Martin County, has landed back on the field after taking a break from the game last season. His return adds speed and…
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Martin County golfers compete in Pikeville Invitational
PRESTONSBURG — Three Martin County boys golf team members made their mark Saturday in the Pikeville Invitational Tournament at Stonecrest Golf Course. The tournament showcased the talents of numerous golfers across the region. Senior standout Jake James carded an 84 for the round earning him a top-30 finish out of 120 golfers. For Dylan Hale,…