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Martin County Youth Wrestling dominates Hatfield McCoy
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — The Martin County Youth Cardinals dominated the Hatfield McCoy Youth Tournament on Dec. 29 at the Appalachian Wireless Arena in Pikeville, capturing first place among more than 60 teams. Leading the charge, Nolan Muncy (10U heavyweight) won his weight class and earned the prestigious Most Outstanding Wrestler honor.…
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Cards win Hatfield & McCoy 32
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — Martin County High School went feuding at the Hatfield & McCoy 32 over the weekend in Pike County and brought home the title after capturing first place with 258.5 points. Fifteen Cardinals placed and John Cline was named Most Outstanding Wrestler. Cline captured first in the 113 lb…
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Martin County wrestling shows out at Bobby Bates Invitational
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WISE, Va. — The Martin County High School wrestling team placed sixth out of 34 teams at the Bobby Bates Invitational over the weekend in Wise, Va. Parker Maynard took the podium with third place in the 144 lb weight class. Cole Jewell brought home fourth in the 175 lb. JJ Mollett…
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Martin County Wrestling wins Ashland Invitational
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN ASHLAND — The Martin County High School wrestling team won the Ashland Invitational championship after attending the Tomcat Open on Dec. 7. Several wrestlers delivered strong performances and placed high in their respective weight classes. First-place winners included Jeremy Mollett (106 lbs), Jono Cline (120 lbs), Jeremy Begley (138 lbs),…
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Martin County Youth Wrestling advances to state duals
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN ASHLAND — The Martin County Youth Wrestling hosted the first KFWC Region 6 duals this weekend at Martin County High School. With the top two teams advancing to state duals next month, the Cardinals etched their name after claiming first place. Martin County Team 1 defeated West Carter 79-9 in…
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Youth Wrestling dominates Tussle at the Castle
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN ONA, W.Va. – Martin County Youth Wrestling traveled to Cabell Midland High School for the Tri-State Tussle at the Castle. The squad bracketed almost 75 wrestlers. 6U-8U-10U-12U: 1st place – Kenleigh Estep, Jeremiah Vanhoose, Nolan Muncy, Lukas Mays, David West, Colten Anderson 2nd place – Bastian Fletcher, Jayden Dave, Bryce…
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Youth Wrestling second in Athena Nationals
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN HARRISON, Ohio — Martin County Youth Wrestling is setting the stage for the season. The Cardinals finished second out of 33 teams competing Nov. 2 in the Athena Nationals Barbarian tournament in Harrison, Ohio. William Henry Harrison High School hosted the event. Kiana Chaffin (100 lbs) and Spencer Workman (Heavyweight)…
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Martin County wrestlers attend FCA camp
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN CAMPBELLSVILLE — Martin County middle and high school wrestlers attended the three-day Fellowship of Christian Athletes camp at Campbellsville University on June 7-9. The camp included world-class clinicians, tough competition and an FCA inspirational program. Coaches Andrew Chaffin, Jason Jewell, BJ Slone, Ryan Kelly and Josh Muncy escorted 27 Martin…
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Celebrating excellence: Wrestlers honored at Martin County Fiscal Court meeting
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Three Martin County wrestlers were in the spotlight during the Martin County Fiscal Court meeting. Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty introduced Cole Jewell, Brody Jewell and Parker Maynard and awarded them certificates for their achievements this season. “We couldn’t be prouder of you,” Lafferty told the trio. “We have some…
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Martin County matmen make mark on national stage
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Three members of Martin County Cardinals Wrestling showed out Saturday in the Heartland National Duals in Council Bluff, Iowa. Kentucky state champion Parker Maynard, state runner-up Brody Jewell and state placer Cole Jewell competed on the 16-player Team Kentucky against some of the best middle school…
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