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Martin County rains 3s, rolls past Paintsville to advance to 57th District championship
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN SALYERSVILLE — Martin County’s lights-out shooting from beyond the arc proved too much for Paintsville in the opening round of the 57th District Tournament. The Cardinals defeated the Tigers 77-63 to advance to the championship game Thursday against Johnson Central. The energy was high Tuesday night in the Magoffin County…
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Martin County soars over Magoffin County
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Cardinals cruised to an 87-66 senior night victory over the Magoffin County Hornets on Feb. 18 in Inez. With 12 Cardinals in the scoring column, Martin County’s balanced point production proved too much for the visiting Hornets. The squad is ranked second in Kentucky, with…
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Martin County Lady Cards rout Phelps 73-44
Spaulding plays final game at home BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The red and white echoed through the Martin County gymnasium Friday night as the Lady Cardinals (15-8) bested the Phelps Lady Hornets (17-9) in a 73-44 dominant send-off for beloved senior captain Candace Spaulding. The packed house witnessed a masterful performance as…
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Eden repeats as county champs
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Eden Wildcats cemented their dominance in the county after going back-to-back as Martin County Elementary champions at the A, B and C levels. The following is a recap of tournament action: A team Eden vs Inez – The Eden Wildcats clawed their way back from a fourth-quarter…
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After the Whistle: Resilience, relief and the Wildcats
Martin County has been ravaged by flooding and heavy snowfall, causing widespread devastation throughout the area last week. A big thank you to first responders, the National Guard, emergency and rescue services, churches and those helping with cleanup. The community has come together in a way that I have never seen before. Response has been…
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Cal Ripken signups run until end of month
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — It is time for camping chairs, coolers and dirt to fill your vehicles every week. Cal Ripken has opened signups for Martin County with opening day set for April 12. Baseball and softball will be $60 per child. T-ball will be $50. Discounts are available for siblings. Signups…
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Martin County to host youth baseball camp
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School will host a youth baseball camp March 14 and 15 at the baseball field. The camp is for ages 6-14 and the cost is $50 for one player. For additional participants from the same household, the fee is reduced to $40. MCHS head coach…
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Martin County soars over Johnson Central
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County stole hearts on Valentine’s Day as they soared to a 101-89 victory over Johnson Central at home. Coach Jason “JJ” James’ Cardinals had lost a close overtime game to the Golden Eagles last month and were looking for a revenge victory. “It was a great win. I’m really…
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Lady Cards tie for second in 57th District
Maynard joins the 500 rebounds club BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — After three victories over Paintsville, Magoffin and Shelby Valley, Coach Robin Newsome’s Martin County Lady Cardinals fell short in rematches with the 15th Region’s top-ranked Johnson Central and 57th District foe Paintsville. Maci Maynard pulled down her 500th rebound versus the Tigers.…
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Cardinals win Eastern Kentucky conference championship
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Fourth-seeded Martin County Middle School held off Johnson Central 29-27 to capture the Eastern Kentucky Middle School Conference title Saturday in Warfield. On Friday, Coach Michael Coleman’s Cardinals upset top-seeded Magoffin County 42-37 in a thrilling semifinal matchup. “I said earlier in the year that I thought we…
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