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Cardinals tennis team aces new opportunities with ‘Raise a Racquet’ funds
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County tennis, under the leadership of Coach Josh Penix, is celebrating a victorious week as they announce their successful application for “Raise a Racquet” funding. The funding, awarded by the charitable foundation of the same name, is a welcome boost for the Cardinals. The team purchased tennis balls…
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Martin County blows Betsy Layne away, advances to championship
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County blew Betsy Layne away 35-6 in round 2 of the KHSAA Class 2A playoffs Friday night at The Rock in Inez. The win moves Coach Josh Muncy’s Cardinals to Class 2A round 3, where they will vie for the East Region championship Friday against the Beechwood…
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Martin County Middle School dominates Johns Creek
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School opened its season Nov. 6 with a 62-41 victory over Johns Creek. The Cardinals held a 13-6 lead at the end of the first quarter. They stretched the lead to 37-22 by halftime and maintained control throughout the game. Aiden Copeland led the charge…
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East Region showdown: Martin County vs. Beechwood in Class 2A championship clash
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County will pursue the East Region Class 2A championship Friday night at Beechwood in Fort Mitchell. The battle of these two powerhouses begins at 7 p.m. The only prior encounter between the Cardinals and Tigers was in the 2000 Champions Bowl, where Beechwood emerged victorious over the…
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Cardinals crush Hawks in 2A playoffs
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County dominated Pike Central 43-3 in the first round of the 2A playoffs Friday at The Rock. The initial encounter between the two teams ended in an upset, as the Hawks defeated the Cardinals 9-6 in the Pike County Bowl in August. However, Martin County entered the…
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Muncy and Miller named Coach and Player of the Year
Cardinals pick up District 7 awards BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The 2023 season keeps getting sweeter for the Martin County Cardinals. On Nov. 1, the Kentucky Football Coaches Association announced Martin County High School Head Coach Josh Muncy as 2023 Distrct 7, 2A Coach of the Year and star linebacker/running back Madden…
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KHSAA playoffs showdown: Martin County and Pike Central to clash Friday
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — District 7-2A champion Martin County will clash with Pike Central, the No. 4 seed from District 8-2A, in a KHSAA playoffs showdown Friday at The Rock in Inez. Both teams enter the game with identical 5-5 season records. Pike Central owns a 9-6 win over the Cardinals in…
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Zip Zone Express Tip-off Classic schedule announced
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Coach Jason James has officially announced the 2023 Zip Zone Express Tip-off Classic schedule. All matchups will take place Nov. 25 at Martin County High School in Inez. The premier preseason event will showcase some of the top-rated teams and players in Kentucky and West Virginia.…
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Hale named All-State Honorable Mention
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County standout soccer player Laura Hale has been named to the 2023 All-State Honorable Mention team, capping off an exceptional season. Hale’s contributions were instrumental to the Lady Cardinals’ successful 18-4 season. Her performances played a crucial role in securing the 15th Region All-A championship, winning the…
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Cardinals compete in 1A Region 7 men’s 5K
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WEST LIBERTY — The Martin County Cross Country team competed in the 1A Region 7 men’s 5K Saturday in Morgan County. The competition featured 50 athletes representing various schools from the surrounding area. The Cardinals, led by coach Josh Penix, gave their all, striving to make their mark in the challenging…
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