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Martin County Cardinals poised for strong season: Coach Muncy leads experienced squad
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The 2024-25 school year is underway and it is football time in the Bluegrass. The Martin County High School football is set for the second scrimmage game Friday at Floyd Central at 6 p.m. Coach Josh Muncy, the 2023 District 7 Class 2A Coach of the Year, will…
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OnPoint Swish flies by the Atlanta Angels
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The OnPoint Swish jumped out of the gates early on the Atlanta Angels for a 104-69 win at Martin County High School. The victory puts them in a spot to earn a first-round WABA tournament home game. The Women’s American Basketball Association ranked OnPoint after the win at…
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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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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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MLB Pitch, Hit, Run winners play at Great American Ballpark
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN CINCINNATI – The winners of the MLB Pitch, Hit, Run event that was held in June traveled to Cincinnati over the weekend to play at the Great American Ballpark. Rylie Parks received second in his age division and only missed first by 20 points. Jace McCoy also received second place.…
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Appalachian Artist Festival triumphs in Inez
BY BUGS DIXON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Plans for an even more spectacular Appalachian Artist Festival in 2025 are already underway following the success of this year’s event. Hosted by the City of Inez, the festival defied Saturday’s rainy forecasts, offering a day rich with music, art and cultural celebration. Conceived by Inez Commissioner Jennifer…
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OnPoint Swish second in region after win
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN NORTH CAROLINA — The OnPoint Swish hit the road this past weekend for two games in the Women’s American Basketball Association. Makayla Epps led the way with 25 points, four rebounds and two assists in a 70-58 win over the Greensboro Kaos on July 28. JaVonna Layfield had 15 points,…
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Davis and Watts excel at Louisville camp
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School players Peyton Davis and Parker Watts continue to make a name for themselves. The two attended the MADE camp in Louisville over the weekend and walked away with interest from colleges. Davis continues to set the nets on fire. In his first showcase game,…
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JR NBA league signups extended
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — East KY Youth Athletics will host the JR NBA/WNBA league at the Collier Community Center in Inez throughout the month of August. Signups have been extended until the evening of Aug. 1. The cost of registration has been reduced to $65 and will cover all camps, competitions and…
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