2019 Top Ten Sport Stories: #2 Nick Mayo Leaves EKU As Top Scorer
Our number two story brings us to Nick Mayo who became the Colonels all time leading scorer and arguably the greatest player in Eastern Kentucky history. Mayo came to Richmond from Oakland Maine. He was named Gatorade Player of the year for Maine his senior season in which he averaged 24 points 14 rebounds 3 […]
2019 Top Ten Sport Stories: #3 Chrissy Roberts Let Go after 11 Seasons As EKU Women’s Coach
The number three story of 2019 takes us back to the hardwood as we look back on the firing of Chrissy Roberts as head coach. Chrissy Roberts is a EKU Hall of Famer, she has done a lot to help the Lady Colonels to achieve the success they have. Roberts played for Eminence high school […]
Top Sports Stories Of 2019: #4 Berea Lady Pirates Return To All-A Classic
The number four story of 2019 takes us back to Berea as we remember the 2019 Lady Pirate basketball season where they advanced to the All A classic for the first time since 2000. Coming off a 10 win season the Lady Pirates won 22 games, 14 of the first 16, and claimed the 11th […]
Top Ten Sport Story’s Of 2019 #5 Berea Football’s Resurgence
Halfway through the top ten list and we arrive at the Berea football resurgence in 2019. The tiny team that didn’t even have a football stadium on campus became one of the biggest stories in the entire state. The Pirates had loss 43 straight football games….think about that 43 games many of them decided by […]
Kentucky vs. Louisville: Preview, viewing info & score projection
By Jamie Boggs @jamiewboggs The Kentucky Wildcats have a record of 10-2 against Louisville since John Calipari came to Lexington. In fact, they are 5-0 at home against the Cardinals. This is the first time that Louisville has been ranked higher than Kentucky during this match-up since December 28th of 2013. Kentucky won that game […]
Top Ten Story’s Of 2019 #6 Damien Harris Drafted By New England Patriots
As we continue counting down the top ten story’s of the year we come to the drafting of former Madison Southern Eagle Damien Harris. Damien played for the Eagles and became not only one of the greatest players to ever play for Madison Southern but one of the greatest to ever play in the state […]
Top Ten Sport Story’s Of 2019 #7 Madison Southern Softball Record Season
In 2019 the Lady Eagle softball team accomplished something no other team had at Madison Southern, they advanced to the regional championship game for the first time in over a decade and set a new school record for wins. In 2018 Madison Southern won 12 games and loss in the opening round of the regional […]
Wildcats looking forward to rivalry game against in-state foe Louisville
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Nate Sestina isn’t looking back. The Kentucky senior is looking forward to his first taste of the Kentucky-Louisville rivalry set for Saturday. “We have a team full of guys that are ready to play and the game coming up is huge for us,” Sestina said. “It’s […]
Basketball Highlights: MCHS Lady Indians vs. Menifee Co. Lady Cats
The Madison Central Lady Indians defended on their home court last Friday against the Menifee County Lady Cats. Check out the video to catch some of the highlights from this game of the Jack Burford Chevrolet Christmas Classic.
Top Ten Sport Story’s of 2019 #8 Trio Of New Head Coaches In 44th District
The number 8 story has three new basketball head coaches in the 44th district. The three coaches had 32 seasons on the sideline of local basketball. The Lady Indians and Lady Eagles said goodbye to their coach as well as the Model Patriots. Wes Scarberry was relieved of his coaching duties at Model after 12 […]
Top Ten Sport Story’s Of 2019 #9 Caudill Middle School Wins Back To Back Championships
Continuing the top the top ten at number nine the Spartans of Caudill winning back to back state championships. This team has had one of the most incredible runs in recent memory in Madison County as the 8th grade team finishes their middle school careers with a record of 58-1. They have played for three […]
Top Ten Sport Story’s Of 2019. #10 Lexington Legends Win Back To Back Championships/Future In Doubt
Over the next ten days we’ll post Donald Foster’s picks for the top ten sport story’s of 2019. First up is the #10 story the Lexington Legends win back to back championships and their future is in doubt. The Legends came into 2019 fresh off the teams first championship since it’s initial season in 2001. […]
4-star QB Beau Allen signs with Kentucky
It’s National Signing Day and there is a log jam at the University of Kentucky’s fax machine (I assume they only have one). One of the biggest signing announcements was quarterback Beau Allen from Lexington Catholic High School. Allen, a four-star recruit ranked as the 13th-best pro-style quarterback via Rivals, ultimately picked Kentucky over Duke, […]
John Calipari says Kahlil Whitney is “the one”
By Jamie Boggs @jamiewboggs www.aseaofblue.com The Kentucky Wildcats have shown improvements in each of their last five games. Shooting has been better, rebounding has been better, and everyone is finally starting to get healthy. We have gotten glimpses of what Nick Richards can do, what EJ Montgomery is made of, and how dangerous Tyrese Maxey […]
Although shots not falling, Maxey making strides on defensive end
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Tyrese Maxey currently is mired in a slump but he’s not concerned about his lack of scoring during the past three games. “It’s one time for everything and I’m still happy,” Maxey said. “I put in work every single day, so I know I’m never going […]
Lady Pirates With A Big District Win Over Madison Central 51-48
As heard on the Pinnacle 106.7 Fm and WEKY 92.5 Fm the Lady Pirates claimed an early season win over district rival Madison Central. Indians get the opening points of the game from Jekauri McKeithen as her jumper is good but a quick three pointer from Madison Howell put the Pirates on top and they […]
The MCHS Baseball Team Brings it Home With This Christmas Event!
The Baseball team is another local organization that the Christmas spirit has hit, we spoke with coach Steve Roof as well as a few players to fully understand the concept of their “Santa Team” and how it gives back to the community. Check out the video below for some humbling content that will surely spark […]
Quickley loves 3-guard lineup, adjusts to new role with Wildcats
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Kentucky guard Immanuel Quickley has tied his career-high three times this season and is feeling more comfortable as he adjusts to his role with the Wildcats. “I try to go out and play my own game,” he said. “I try to take bits and pieces of […]
Basketball Highlights: Benton’s Late Heroics Lift Estill County over Bell County
The Estill County Engineers defeated the Bell County Bobcats 57-55 on December 13. It was an exciting game that was capped off by the heroics of Senior Guard Joe Benton, who hit the game-winning shot with 2 seconds left to play. This big win helped the Engineers improve their record to 2-2 on the season.
Kentucky vs. Utah: Preview, viewing info & score projection
By Jamie Boggs @jamiewboggs www.aseaofblue.com The Kentucky Wildcats have won six games in a row, and they continue to grow in a variety of ways. Immanuel Quickley and Ashton Hagans have been amazingly consistent, and even on his bad days Nick Richards finds ways to help the team. On any given day, EJ Montgomery or […]
EKU DANCE TEAM TO GIVE INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE DISABLED OPPORTUNITY TO PERFORM AT BASKETBALL GAMES
RICHMOND, Ky. – The Eastern Kentucky University dance team will once again partner with the Beautiful Lives Project to give individuals who are disabled the opportunity to perform with the team at the EKU men’s and women’s basketball games against Jacksonville State University on Jan. 4. The team will choreograph a dance to include the participants. The 16 […]
Basketball Highlights: Madison Central Goes into Overtime with Somerset
The Briar Jumpers traveled to Richmond over the weekend to take on Madison Central in a game which ended in an exciting overtime finish. Catch some of the Indians’ best plays from the game in the video above!
Basketball Highlights: Estill County vs. Bluegrass United
The Estill County Boys Basketball team defeated Bluegrass United 61-56 on December 14. It was a thrilling game that went down to the wire! The Engineers found a way to pull it out in the end though, as they now improve to 3-2 on the season.
Berea College Athletes Give Back to the Community
Several athletic teams from Berea College are foregoing their traditional Christmas parties this year in an effort to give back to the community. Partnering with the Family Resource Center at Kingston Elementary School, the Berea College Softball team, volleyball team, and women’s soccer team have all decided to sponsor a child in need this Christmas […]
Kentucky vs. Georgia Tech: Preview, viewing info & score prediction
ByJamie Boggs @jamiewboggs www.aseaofblue.com The Kentucky Wildcats will return to Rupp Arena for the first time in a week on Saturday to host their first ACC opponent of the season. The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets come into town with a 4-3 record, looking to add to the chaos of 2019 college basketball by knocking Kentucky […]
