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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…
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Martin County Band students play in All-District Concert
Three Martin County High School Band students performed Saturday at the Kentucky Music Educators Association All-District Band Concert. The annual concert took place at the Ramada Inn in Paintsville. Caroline Russell, Aaron Horn and Madison Dickey were selected to the prestigious 100-member ensemble through a competitive audition process. These talented musicians, under the guidance of…
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Lady Cards upset Pikeville in All ‘A’ Classic
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — The Martin County Lady Cards upset Pikeville 59-56 in the 15th Region All “A” Classic on Jan. 14 at Appalachian Wireless Arena. With the win Martin County advanced to the final match Thursday against Betsy Layne. The Panthers were aiming for their fourth consecutive 15th Region All “A”…
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Cardinals take down East Ridge in All ‘A’ Classic
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — The Martin County Cardinals took down the East Ridge Warriors 85-58 in the first round of the 15th Region All “A” Classic. The game took place Saturday at the Appalachian Wireless Arena in Pikeville. Parker Watts continued his dominance on the court with 27 points and five rebounds.…