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Youth wrestlers compete in Iowa
Mays earns Most Valuable Wrestler BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Three Martin County wrestlers competed for Team Kentucky at the 2025 Heartland USA National Duals on March 29 and 30 at Mid America Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Lukas Mays received the prestigious Most Valuable Wrestler award after placing fourth in…
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Martin County Youth Wrestling battles at state duals
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LAGRANGE — Four grapplers from Martin County Youth Wrestling took to the mats Sunday at the KYUSAW State Duals to face off against some of the top programs in the state. The event took place at Oldham County High School. Martin County opened action with a determined effort against Derby…
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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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Food, music and Jesus
INEZ — Several gospel groups performed Saturday during a benefit singing in downtown Inez. The event featured a ton of good food and fun and helped raise funds to pay summer camp fees for the Martin County Cardinals Youth Wrestling Club. Performers included Savannah Jo/Wesley Young, Bradley Goble, Caroline Russell, Shae Jewell, Cody Lowe, Steven…
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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…
