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After the Whistle: All-time starting five
Kentucky’s favorite dancing point guard, John Wall, released his all-time starting five for the Wildcats. He chose himself, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Devin Booker, Anthony Davis and DeMarcus Cousins. If choosing based on NBA success, that is a solid list. If we’re looking at what a player accomplished while wearing a UK jersey, I believe the list…
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Martin County golfers finish strong
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT The Martin County Lady Cardinals and Cardinals had a strong showing in a 9-hole golf match Aug. 6 at Stonecrest Golf Course. Kenadie Evans and Jaylee Deskins led the Lady Cards to a strong finish. Evans secured first place with a score of 40, while Deskins finished second with a 45. The…
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Cardinals golf competes in challenging PIT
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — The Martin County Cardinals competed in the Pikeville Invitational Tournament at Stonecrest Golf Course on Saturday. The PIT is one of the state’s largest tournaments, drawing top players from across the region. A total of 105 golfers participated in the event on a hot August day at Stonecrest. This tournament…
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Tug Valley will be road warriors this football season
Six away games and only four at home BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN NAUGATUCK, W.Va. — The Tug Valley Panthers football squad will be road warriors in the 2024 season due to some schedule changes this summer. A couple of schools dropped the Panthers during the summer, forcing the coaching staff to have six away games and…
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OnPoint Swish adds another win
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — OnPoint Swish put up a dominating performance against the Gastonia Greyhounds on Saturday in Inez. The Swish will play their final Martin County game this Saturday at 6 p.m. Dasia Thornton continued her hot streak with a double-double in the 102-41 win. Hall of Famer and Martin County…
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Martin County golf teams swing into season
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Martin County High School golf teams are off and swinging in the 2024 season. Second-year head coach Boo Newsome opened practice for the girls and boys teams July 15 at the team’s home course, StoneCrest Golf Course. Stonecrest has recently undergone major renovations, Newsome said, offering a great experience for the athletes.…
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MCHS Senior Golf Spotlight: Meet Deskins, Wilson and Jude
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — As the golf season gears up, we turn our attention to the senior members of the Martin County High School Cardinals and Lady Cardinals golf teams. Seniors Drew Wilson and Weston Jude are leading the Cardinals while senior Jaylee Deskins is spearheading the Lady Cards team. Deskins, a steadfast member…
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Kenadie Evans takes first place in ALC Showcase
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — The Lady Cards and Cardinals represented Martin County in the Alice Lloyd College Showcase on July 30 at StoneCrest Golf Course. Junior Kenadie Evans led the way with an impressive 9-hole score of 45, securing first place in the 16-and-under division and second overall in the competition. Senior Jaylee Deskins…
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Former Cardinals to assist with E&A Hoops Camp
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LENORE, W.Va. — Morehead State signee Laken Williams, West Virginia Tech player Matt Linville, and University of Pikeville newcomer Jaliyah Warren will assist with the E&A Hoops Camp on Aug. 10 at the old Lenore gym. E&A Hoop Dreams is a basketball training program owned and operated by Andrew and Elizabeth Evans…
