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 […]
Stoops eager to wrap up recruiting visits, prep for upcoming Belk Bowl
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Mark Stoops isn’t worried about his team’s placement in the postseason as he wraps the early-signing period recruiting visits. Although rumored to play in the Gator Bowl in Jacksonville during the postseason selection process last weekend, Stoops is glad the Wildcats landed in the Belk Bowl […]
Last-Night’s Highlights 12-11-19: Estill County Vs. Madison Southern in High School Basketball
It was a game filled to the brim with effort for both teams, but Estill County climbed on top with an ending score of 64-53. Check out the video for all the action from last night’s game!
FORMER CINCINNATI REDS PITCHER BRONSON ARROYO TO BE FEATURED SPEAKER AT EKU BASEBALL LEADOFF LUNCH
RICHMOND, Ky. – Bronson Arroyo, a Major League Baseball All-Star, World Series Champion and former pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds will be the featured speaker at the Eastern Kentucky University Baseball Diamond Legacy Fund Leadoff Lunch on Feb. 8, head coach Edwin Thompson announced today. The event will include lunch, a silent auction and introduction of the 2020 […]
Kentucky standout Lynn Bowden wins prestigious Hornung Award
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Lynn Bowden claimed one of college football’s top honors on Wednesday when he was named winner of the Paul Hornung Award, given to the most versatile player in college football. The award is given by the Louisville Sports Commission. Bowden set a school record for career […]
Calipari: UK’s success on home court started with late Adolph Rupp
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) – Adolph Rupp never coached a game at Rupp Arena, but his successors have led the Wildcats to 600 victories and three national championships in the historic venue since it opened in 1976. “This started with coach (Adolph) Rupp,” Calipari said. “He never really got to coach […]
Walt Wells Named 15th Head Coach In Colonel History
Eastern Kentucky wasted little time in naming a new head football, 2 weeks to be exact, and they didn’t have to look far to find him. Walt Wells was announced as the 15th head coach in Colonel history Monday and today he was formally announced as the man to lead the football program. A lot […]
Walt Wells Heads the EKU Football Team as the New Coach
EKU hosted a press conference today presenting the new Head Coach for the football team Walt Wells. Wells was an assistant under the legendary EKU Coach Roy Kidd from 1997-2002. Interim Director of Athletics Mark Sandy announced the hiring of Wells as the 15th Head Coach in program history on Monday. The veteran coach brings […]
Basketball Highlights: Madison Central vs. Lafayette
The Madison Central Indians scored an exciting overtime victory over the Lafayette Generals last Friday! Catch some of the highlights from the game in the video above.
Football Wildcats racking up postseason honors
By Jamie Boggs @jamiewboggs After losing so much talent to graduation and the NFL, many believed the Kentucky Wildcats were going to take a huge step back this season. But despite a slew of injuries, you would be hard pressed to find anyone who did not think of this season as a success. Some of […]
Kentucky vs. Fairleigh Dickinson: Preview, viewing info & predictions
The Kentucky Wildcats have officially reached the slow part of this season’s schedule. They will have just about one game per week until SEC play starts in January. And their first opponent of this down period is Fairleigh Dickinson from Hackensack, New Jersey. The Wildcats will be looking for their fifth straight win after dropping […]
