Area Sports

    Staff Report   Hard work, perseverance, and dedication pays off… Russell County High School Senior Dylan Stanelle recently signed to attend and play for Alice Lloyd College. Dylan made an official commitment to the prestigious Eastern Kentucky college late last month in front of friends, family, and teammates. “Thinking of Dylan, the first…

    Staff Report   Star Russell County athlete Rylen McGowan began her college career with a bang last week. Literally. Friday, in a crowded Russell County High School (RCHS) Library, surrounded by friends, family, and teammates, Rylen was startled, surprised, and delighted when confetti cannons boomed to celebrate her signing to attend and play…

    By Wade Daffron TJ Editor   With talent, technique and tenacity, and man who could easily be described as an area legend is at the helm of the Laker Tennis Program. Christopher Godby, well-known and admired for his skill and knowledge personally, and in helping others realize their potential, was announced as the…

    Russell County Laker Wrestling held their Laker Brawl and Christmas Mall November 15 at Laker Gym. The event gave the public a chance to see talented wrestlers in action, and with the arrival of the holidays, visit vendors, and chow down at food trucks. Santa also made an appearance. (But did not wrestle.)…

    Staff Report   Coming off a recent series of wins, Russell County Middle School (RCMS) Basketball continued its hot streak last week. Thursday, the RCMS Laker Boys swept Campbellsville in three games at home. Top scorer Brenner Helm had 12 points in the sixth grade’s 23-12 victory. Baylor Brummett contributed seven. The Laker…

    Wade’s East West Martial Arts had several students compete in ASJL tournaments and have placed in top positions. Collectively, they have won five first place medals, five second place medals, three third place medals. Luke Williams won the Grand Champion trophy.     Categories were sports jiujitsu, both gi and no gi grappling…

    Staff Report   Russell County Middle School (RCMS) Mighty Laker Basketball got a strong start to their season last week.     The Lakers swept visiting Hart County in three home games Monday. In sixth grade action, the Lakers came away with a 33-29 win, followed by the seventh grade’s 42-36 victory, and…

    Staff Report   The Russell County Mighty Laker Football Team sank the Clay County Tigers Friday to go into weekend play with a 3-1 record. With strong offense, the Lakers declawed the Tigers 36-22 on the Clay County home field. Quarterback Tanner Stringer and wide receiver Kinnett Wills continued to “shake and bake”…

    Staff Report   Coming off a district win last week; the Russell County Lady Laker Volleyball Team earned a top position in a weekend tournament. This past Saturday, the Lady Lakers played their way to a runner-up trophy in the Rockcastle Invitational.     In tournament play, Russell County won the first five…

    Staff Report   After a weather postponement Friday evening, the Russell County Mighty Laker Football Team arrived early at Finley Field Saturday to prepare for a challenge. In an example of gridiron greatness, the Lakers fought hard against the Campbellsville Eagles-falling just short with a final score of 45-35. The Eagles soared to…