Long-time Clinton County basketball coach stepping down | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, April 28 by Zac Oakes

Clinton County High School Boys Basketball Coach Todd Messer has announced he is stepping down from his position as coach of the Bulldogs after 16 seasons. Messer finishes his career as the school's all-time winningest coach, beginning his tenure in 2006. He leaves the... Read More.

Laker, Lady Laker Basketball players named All-District | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, February 28 by Zac Oakes

Several Laker and Lady Laker Basketball players were named All-District last week at the 16th District Tournament. Hannah Yates, Aniyah Coffey, and Sophie Shearer were named All-District on the girls' side. On the boys' side, Mayes Gosser, Owen Loy, and Trace Stringer were named... Read More.

Change made in girls basketball game tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, February 14 by Zac Oakes

A slight change has been made to the girls basketball game at Laker Gym tonight. The JV game will feature the Lady Lakers taking on Glasgow, with the varsity game featuring the Lady Lakers taking on Somerset. Tipoff for the JV game is at... Read More.

Where do things stand with Russell County basketball on the verge of district tournaments? | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 8 by Zac Oakes

The basketball regular season is winding down, with the final regular season games for Russell County being scheduled a week from Friday on Feb. 18. After that, the Lakers and Lady Lakers will prepare for the 16th District Tournament, being hosted by Clinton County... Read More.

Transfers May Be Future of UK Basketball | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, February 6 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT National college basketball writer/radio show host Aaron Torres has an interesting perspective on future University of Kentucky basketball recruiting. “Just one man’s humble opinion, but unless a kid is a surefire top 10 pick (in the NBA Draft), don’t think John... Read More.

Lady Laker Basketball vs Metcalfe postponed until next week | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, January 31 by Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Basketball game at home against Metcalfe County has been postponed until next Tuesday, Feb. 8, according to RCHS Athletics Director Michael Carpenter. The original schedule included a Laker/Lady Laker doubleheader against Metcalfe County on Tuesday, Feb. 1. That will now be... Read More.

RCMS 8th grade basketball advances to conference finals | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, January 27 by Zac Oakes

The 8th grade Laker Basketball team advanced to the conference tournament semifinals with a 36-34 win over Green County Thursday night. The RCMS Lakers were led by Max Davis with 16 points, followed by Maddox Shearer who hit a late three-pointer in the win... Read More.

Shearer crowned Basketball Queen on Saturday

Monday, January 24 by Derek Aaron

Russell County High School Senior Sophie Shearer was crowned the 2022 RCHS Basketball Queen during a ceremony at the high school this past Saturday afternoon. Evan Hammond was Shearer’s escort. First runner-up was Hannah Yates, […]

Middle School Basketball games postponed | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, January 20 by Zac Oakes

The Central Kentucky Middle School Athletic Conference Tournament games at Russell County Middle School scheduled for tonight have been postponed until Monday, Jan. 24. Semi-finals and finals will take place Thursday, Jan. 27, and Monday, Jan. 31. The sixth grade tournament is still scheduled... Read More.

Laker Basketball Game with Taylor County Canceled | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, January 20 by Zac Oakes

The RCHS basketball game scheduled for Thursday night at Taylor County has been canceled due to hazardous road conditions. Russell County is next scheduled to take on Wayne County at Laker Gym on Saturday as part of the Kay Morris Classic.

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Long-time Clinton County basketball coach stepping down | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker, Lady Laker Basketball players named All-District | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Change made in girls basketball game tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Where do things stand with Russell County basketball on the verge of district tournaments? | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Transfers May Be Future of UK Basketball | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Laker Basketball vs Metcalfe postponed until next week | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS 8th grade basketball advances to conference finals | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Shearer crowned Basketball Queen on Saturday

Middle School Basketball games postponed | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Basketball Game with Taylor County Canceled | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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Jeffrey L. Scholl, 61, of Indianapolis

Robert Leach, 70, of Russell Springs

Ronald Eugene Sterner, Sr., 77, of Russell Springs

Ronald L. Wesley, 95, of Jamestown