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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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Martin County dominates Clipson Jones Memorial
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN BELFRY — Martin County dominated the Clipson Jones Memorial Tournament on Saturday at Belfry High School. The Cardinals’ 256-point total was enough to propel them to the top in a field of 21 teams. Ashland finished a distant second with 142 points, while host Belfry settled for third at 129.5.…
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MCMS wins game cheer competition
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School’s cheerleading squad, coached by Tiffany Farra, won the Eastern Kentucky Conference game cheer competition. The tournament took place last week in Warfield.
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Players of the Week: MCMS Cardinals
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The Martin County Middle School boys basketball team has been named the Tommy’s Auto Sales Players of the Week after their thrilling run to capture the Eastern Kentucky Middle School Conference championship. The fourth-seeded Cardinals shocked the conference with back-to-back victories, toppling top-seeded Magoffin County 42-37 in the…
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Martin County finishes second in 1A state duals
Maynard picks up 100th career win BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN CORBIN — Martin County High School is the Division 1A Kentucky State Duals runner-up. The Cardinals battled to the silver conclusion Jan. 25 at Corbin High School. “I’m very proud of the way our guys showed up and performed,” Coach Josh Muncy said proudly…
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Cardinals go 2-2
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County split their games this week with wins over Magoffin County and Floyd Central. The Cards had two close losses at the hands of Johnson Central and Huntington Prep. The following is a recap of last week’s action: MC vs Htown Prep – The Cards had a…
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Lady Cards win two
May sets 3-point record BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — After cancellations and snow delays, Coach Robin Newsome’s Lady Cards went full steam ahead this week with two wins versus Phelps and Morgan County. The squad put up a valiant fight against district foe Johnson Central but fell short. The following is a recap…
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week: Maci Maynard
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Maci Maynard is the Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week. Maynard had a monster night against Phelps on Jan. 27 when she pulled down 20 rebounds off the glass and fired in 24 points. She recorded another double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds in a 59-48…
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MCHS grapplers dominate Cardinal Duals, take third at Dragon Invitational
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Martin County High School wrestlers delivered a strong performance last week, dominating the second portion of the Cardinal Duals before making their mark at the Dragon Invitational on Jan. 18 at South Oldham High School. The Cardinals went undefeated at home Jan. 15, securing commanding victories over Belfry (54-29), Perry…
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