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Decorated athlete Kellyn Boo Newsome appointed as new head softball coach at Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Former Lady Cardinals standout athlete and decorated golfer Kellyn Boo Newsome has been hired as the new head softball coach at Martin County High School, according to an announcement made by the school. Known for her versatile sports background and coaching experience, Newsome is set to bring a…
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Martin County High School welcomes athletic trainer Karin Alley
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Those attending the Cardinals’ 7-on-7 passing games at Paintsville last week might have noticed a new face on the sideline, as Martin County High School student-athletes have an athletic trainer working with them this season. Athletic trainer Karin Alley came on board toward the end of the school…
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Get to know the Martin County football seniors
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The 2023-24 season will be the final opening at Martin County for nine senior football players. Here’s a look at the players listed as seniors on the roster. #23 Brock Messer, nickname Broccoli Brock Messer lives in Inez and has played football for 13 years. He plays running…
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Behind the Helmet: Osborne and Stafford
BY CHRISTY WELLS MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — This week’s Behind the Helmet introduces Martin County football players Bryson Shane Osborne and Julian Alexander-Reece Stafford. Bryson Shane Osborne #70 Freshman Bryson Shane Osborne will wear #70 on his back this football season. This up-and-coming center has played football for seven years. He is expected to be…
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Martin County shows out in Winchester
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WINCHESTER — Martin County showed up and showed out Saturday at George Rogers Clark High School in Winchester. The small 2A school dominated the tournament games for a solid 3-1 record, then clinched an impressive seventh-place finish out of 27 teams in a Big Man’s Challenge weightlifting competition. In pool…
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Jackson Miller: A rising star set to lead Martin County as starting quarterback
BY CHRISTY WELLS MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In a major shake-up ahead of the 2023 season, Martin County High School sophomore Jackson Miller is set to take over as starting quarterback, showing promise and optimism despite a challenging freshman year. Originally from Fayette County, Ohio, Miller moved to Martin County in seventh grade and has…
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Behind the helmet: Meet junior Corey Parsley
BY CHRISTY WELLS MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County junior Corey Parsley played football one year for the Martin County Youth League, two years for Martin County Middle School and is entering his third season for Martin County High School. He has played many offensive and defensive positions, his primary role being right guard. Hard…
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Mollette, Wells and Crum receive college offers
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The offers keep piling up for Martin County football players in the offseason. Seniors Noah Mollette, Tate Crum and Bryston Wells received official offers from Union College, while Crum and Wells also received offers from Campbellsville University. The Union College offer followed the Battle on Boonesboro Saturday at…
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Martin County basketball camp to feature star power
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — As the summer heat continues to blaze, the cool indoor confines of the Martin County High School gymnasium is set to be a hub of excitement and learning for young aspiring hoopsters. The Cardinals are hosting a three-day Back 2 School Basketball Camp, scheduled for Aug. 1-3 for boys and…
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