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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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MCHS cheer wins third place
Martin County High School cheerleaders, coached by Nikki Moore, won third place for their performance during the boys and girls All “A” Classic.
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Martin County falls to defending state champ Lyon County in All ‘A’
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN OWENSBORO — Martin County traveled to the other side of the state last week for the All ‘A’ state tournament at the Owensboro Sportscenter. Defending KHSAA state champion Lyon County defeated the Cards 72-53. Peyton Davis hit the scoreboard first for the Cards on a trey from the wing. Martin
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Players of the Week: May and Maynard
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Chloe May and Devan Maynard are the Tommy’s Auto Sales Players of the Week. May set the Martin County High School record for most made three-pointers in a game with seven in a win over Phelps on Monday night. She finished the contest with 24 points on 58%
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Lady Cards hold off Betsy Layne 41-40 in All ‘A’ championship
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — State bound! In a thrilling championship showdown, the Lady Cards shocked the 15th Region by capturing the All “A” title Thursday night with a 41-40 win over Betsy Layne at the Appalachian Wireless Arena. “It’s a big relief to win this one,” Martin County coach Robin Newsome bragged
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Martin County triumphs over Paintsville in All ‘A’ Classic championship
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — Martin County fans are feeling a wave of pride this week after sweeping the All “A” tournament. The Cards (12-2) faced Paintsville (5-7) in the final round of the All “A” tournament Friday night at the Appalachian Wireless Arena. An unforgettable 41-point performance from Parker Watts lifted the
