UK Coach Calipari, Sen. Wise testify about NIL bill in Frankfort
State Sen. Max Wise of Taylor County and UK basketball coach John Calipari sat side by side in Frankfort on Wednesday. Keith West explains why in this report for WJRS NEWS…
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Ford introduced as new Laker Football Coach | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
New Russell County Laker Football Coach Lucas Ford was introduced during a meet and greet ceremony at the Russell County ANC Wednesday evening. Ford spoke to a group of players, parents, former coaches, and community members about taking the job and the culture he... Read More.
Meet the Coach at Russell County ANC today | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
A "Meet the Coach" event for new Laker Football Coach Lucas Ford will take place this evening at the Russell County ANC from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Ford takes over for former coach Ryan Richardson, who retired last fall. Ford, a Somerset High School... Read More.
Helm selected as 8th grade all-star coach | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Basketball coach Regan Helm has been selected to coach the 8th grade Southern Kentucky Middle School All-Stars. Helm will coach a top group of 8th grade girls from across the region in an all-star event next Saturday at... Read More.
Jones steps down as Lady Laker softball coach | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
Russell County High School Softball coach Scott Jones has stepped down, per High School Athletics Director Michael Carpenter. Jones served as softball coach for two years, but his first season in 2020 was canceled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2021, the Lady Lakers... Read More.
Former UK Great Kenny Walker Shares Thoughts on Coach Joe B. Hall | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
By LARRY VAUGHT Former Kentucky All-American Kenny Walker was one of many players who considered former UK coach Joe B. Hall, who died recently at age 93, a “father-figure” for many years after their playing careers were over.“He pushed us to be good basketball... Read More.
Somerset assistant tabbed as new coach for RCHS Football | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
Somerset Assistant Football Coach Lucas Ford has been tabbed as the new head coach of the Russell County Laker Football team. The recommendation from the hiring committee is set to go before the RCHS SBDM Council soon and then before Superintendent Michael Ford, according... Read More.
New RCHS Football Coach expected to be named next month | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
The search for a new football coach at Russell County High School continues with a new coach expected to be announced next month. Coach Ryan Richardson's resignation left a void in the top spot of the Laker Football program, and now a committee will... Read More.
Tshiebwe Made a Believer Out Of WKU Coach Stansbury | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
By LARRY VAUGHT Western Kentucky coach Rick Stansbury, a Kentucky native, has seen a lot of special performances by UK players during his time coaching at Mississippi State, Texas A&M and Western. However, nothing has topped what he saw from Oscar Tshiebwe last week... Read More.
LWC Football Coach Chris Oliver resigns, takes job at Georgetown College | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
Lindsey Wilson College Football Coach Chris Oliver has announced that he has resigned from his position as head coach of the Blue Raiders Football program. Oliver departs after 12 seasons and a 105-34 record. He helped lead the Blue Raiders to five divisional titles,... Read More.