Daily Independent (Ashland, KY) Local Sports

Full speed ahead for Fleming

2012-02-11T02:23:43-05:00

Half-sacks are recognized as official statistics in football. How about a half-dunk in basketball?

Ashland rolls over Johnson Central

2012-02-11T02:22:41-05:00

Ashland makes chaos look good — real good.

Vikings turn back inspired Lions

2012-02-11T00:42:38-05:00

State runner-up Rowan County is getting everybody’s best shot around the 16th Region this season.

Fairview holds off East Carter, 55-48

2012-02-11T00:41:45-05:00

For Fairview coach Derek Cooksey, the student finally defeated the teacher.

Pairings set for 62nd District

2012-02-11T00:40:43-05:00

The girls and boys 62nd District Tournament pairings are set for the week of Feb. 20. All games are to be played at Elliott County High School.

Boyd tightens up, downs Lady Devils

2012-02-11T00:39:35-05:00

Boyd County girls basketball coach Pete Fraley felt inclined to call for a maintenance check when Russell climbed to within six points of his Lady Lions in the third quarter.

Tomcat wrestlers head to regionals with momentum

2012-02-10T10:13:18-05:00

When the high school wrestling season opened, Ashland coach Tony Love didn’t know what to expect.

Fourth-quarter getaway

2012-02-10T10:03:46-05:00

Cody Stamper swiped the ball away, tipping it to a teammate who had a clear view of the landscape.

AARON SNYDER: ‘Untouchables’ can be touched

2012-02-09T00:30:04-05:00

On Tuesday night, I was just another awestruck observer of the show, just another dumbstruck face in the crowd.

Ashland’s Whetsel signs to play at KCU

2012-02-09T00:28:39-05:00

Turns out, Kentucky Christian University has what Ryan Whetsel wanted all along.
Namely, a football program not far away that provides an opportunity to earn playing time right away. And just as importantly, a nursing program to help him reach career goals.