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Martin County’s basketball camp draws good attendance: D1 athletes James and Dingess ignite inspiration, skills training
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County High School gym came alive Aug. 1-3 when the Martin County Boys Basketball team welcomed around 30 campers to the Back 2 School Basketball Camp. The camp, designed to develop the skills of young basketball players, provided a jam-packed three days of stations, games and…
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Martin County Cheerleaders shine at UCA camp
LEXINGTON — The Martin County High School Varsity Cheerleaders had a memorable experience attending their first Universal Cheerleaders Association camp in several years. The cheerleaders participated in the camp July 27-29 at the University of Kentucky, joining 25 other teams from Kentucky, Tennessee and Indiana. For the 25 cheerleaders on the squad, this camp proved…
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Martin County golfer Jake James battles at Dunbar Bulldog Invitational despite rainy conditions
LEXINGTON — Martin County High School golfer Jake James showed his talent at the Dunbar Bulldog Invitational held Thursday at Kearney Hills Golf Links. James made a strong debut in his first tournament of the 2023 season, finishing 22nd out of 83 with an impressive score of 84. The challenging course, set at a par…
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May to showcase skills at CP3 Rising Stars
INEZ — Chloe May of the Martin County Lady Cardinals Class of 2026 has been hand-picked to participate in the esteemed CP3 Rising Stars National Camp, founded by NBA superstar Chris Paul. Chris Paul’s commitment to nurturing young talent makes the CP3 Rising Stars National Camp a highly sought-after experience. The invitation-only is a gathering…
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Martin County takes on Belfry in 7v7
BY CHRISTY WELLS and BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN BELFRY — As Friday night lights approach, 7v7 games are popping up all over eastern Kentucky. On Thursday, the Martin County Cardinals took their talents to Pond Creek to compete with the 2022 Class 3A state runner-up Belfry Pirates. The Cards completed several 7v7s against the Pirates,…
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Martin County Middle School shows out in Rumble in the Mountains
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Middle School Lady Cardinals showed out Saturday, with the A-team going 4-0 and the B-team 1-0 in Rumble in the Mountains. The middle school preseason event took place at Martin County High School. Games started at 9 a.m. and ran all day. Along with middle school teams, several…
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Behind the helmet: Cheek and Mullins
BY CHRISTY WELLS MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — This week’s Behind the Helmet introduces Martin County football players Damian Cheek and Kendal Mullins. Damian Cheek #17 Junior Damian Cheek (#17) has seven football seasons under his belt. After transferring across county lines from Paintsville to Martin County, he quickly made himself at home as a linebacker…
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Under the Lights youth football camp a big success
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Cardinals football team conducted a free Under the Lights football camp July 24 at the Rock to kick off the youth football season. About 50 campers in grades K-6 went through offensive and defensive fundamental drills. Cardinal coaching staff and players provided instruction. Youth football…
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Martin County Cardinals display promising start in preseason 7-on-7 showdown
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PAINTSVILLE — The Martin County Cardinals, eager for the coming football season, showcased their skills during 7-on-7 passing games Thursday against the Paintsville Tigers and the Floyd County Central Jaguars. These preseason skirmishes took place on Paintsville soil and served as a tool to sharpen the Cardinals’ passing abilities and…
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