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Firecrackers finish 2-1 at Coal Country Classic
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PAINTSVILLE — The 606 Firecrackers out of Martin County finished pool play unbeaten and posted a 2-1 record July 18 at the Coal Country 12U Classic at Johnson Central High School. The Firecrackers, coached by Jayla Dials, Aaron Moore, Jim Bob Nolen and Bailey Dials, defeated EKY Heat and Appalachian…
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606 Firecrackers battle through Heat in the Hills
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — The 606 Firecrackers endured high temperatures through three games July 26 in the Heat in the Hills tournament in Williamson. The squad came up short against Appalachian Heat-Luster, the Lady Rebels and Appalachian Heat-Bentley. But continued to compete throughout a long day of softball. Arielle Jude and…
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Softball 12U All-Stars battle in Cal Ripken tournament
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PAINTSVILLE — The Martin County 12U softball All-Stars competed in the District 3 tournament over the weekend at Johnson Central. Martin County opened tournament play June 26 against Pikeville and fell 12-2. Kentley Marcum and Hope Dials scored Martin County’s two runs. Alicemae Gilkey singled, and Gabby Mann added a…
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Williams wins 14U title, finishes second in 18U in Grayson
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN GRAYSON — Eden Elementary student Remy Williams put together a strong showing at the Grayson Heart of the Park Tennis Tournament. After several hours of play over two days, Williams came home with first place in the 14U division and runner-up honors in the 18U division. The tournament wrapped up…
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Cal Ripken announces softball All-Stars
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Cal Ripken has announced its softball all-star selections for the 2026 season, recognizing standout players who will represent the league in tournament play this summer. The All-Stars will play in Johnson County amongst regional teams the weekend of June 25-30. All-Stars selections include Hope Dials, Alicemae…
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Cal Ripken announces 2026 All-Star selections
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Cal Ripken has announced its All-Star selections for the 2026 season, recognizing standout players who will represent the league in tournament play this summer. The league selected teams for the 8U, 10U and 12U baseball divisions, with players chosen throughout the spring season. 8U baseball –…
