Lakers take on Metcalfe County in district tournament tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 27 by Zac Oakes

16th District Tournament action continues tonight at Russell County High School, with the Lakers taking on the Metcalfe County Hornets with a spot in Friday's district championship along with a spot in the 4th Region Tournament on the line. The Hornets defeated the Monroe... Read More.

Lady Lakers take on Monroe in district tournament tonight, Metcalfe advances to play Lakers on Tuesday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, February 26 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Lakers will begin postseason play tonight, taking on Monroe County in 16th District tournament action. The 2-seed Lady Lakers will take on the 3-seed Lady Falcons in the second game of tonight's tournament action at Russell County High School, which... Read More.

Abrell named Player of the Game in Southern KY Middle School All-Star Game | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, February 26 by Zac Oakes

Russell County 8th grader Addy Abrell was named Player of the Game in the Southern Kentucky Middle School All-Star Game over the weekend. Abrell participated in the all-star game over the weekend and earned Player of the Game honors in the 8th grade game.... Read More.

RCMS 7th grade volleyball wins gold at ACS February Frenzy | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, February 26 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School 7th grade volleyball team won gold at the Allen County-Scottsville February Frenzy over the weekend. The Lady Lakers went 5-0 on the day to capture the tournament championship. Round 1 vs Trinity Christian – Won 2-1 Round 2 vs... Read More.

RCHS basketball teams fall in doubleheader at Barren County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, February 23 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Laker and Lady Laker Basketball teams dropped close contests in a road doubleheader at Barren County last night. In the first game, the Lady Lakers went toe-to-toe with the Trojanettes, falling by a score of 43-38. The Lady Lakers... Read More.

Lucas Ford resigns as RCHS Football coach | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, February 22 by Zac Oakes

As the Russell County Laker Football team prepares to open up next season at its new stadium, they'll be doing so with a new head coach. WJRS News learned yesterday that coach Lucas Ford met with the team and submitted a letter of resignation... Read More.

RCHS Basketball teams wrap up regular season with doubleheader at Barren County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, February 22 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Basketball teams will wrap up the regular season with a doubleheader at Barren County tonight. The Lady Lakers will take on the Lady Trojans at 6 p.m. with the Lakers and Trojans facing off in the nightcap. As the... Read More.

Lakers fall to Pulaski; Russell Co takes on Barren Co in regular season finale tomorrow | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, February 21 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Basketball team fell to Pulaski County last night by a score of 68-57. The game was back-and-forth in the first half, but the Maroons hit a three-pointer in the final seconds to take a 28-26 lead into the break. The... Read More.

Could Reed Sheppard Break UK’s All-Time Records for Steals in First Season? | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 20 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Just when you think nothing else can surprise you about Reed Sheppard, something happens to surprise you. CBS Sports recently released its latest 2024 NBA Mock Draft and Gary Parrish had Sheppard as the No. 2 pick to San Antonio in... Read More.

Lady Lakers fall in OT to Whitley County, Lakers host Pulaski tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 20 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Basketball team saw its seven-game winning streak come to an end last night following a hard-fought battle with Whitley County, falling by a score of 51-47 in overtime. The Lady Lakers fall to 17-9 on the season with the... Read More.

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Lakers take on Metcalfe County in district tournament tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers take on Monroe in district tournament tonight, Metcalfe advances to play Lakers on Tuesday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Abrell named Player of the Game in Southern KY Middle School All-Star Game | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS 7th grade volleyball wins gold at ACS February Frenzy | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCHS basketball teams fall in doubleheader at Barren County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lucas Ford resigns as RCHS Football coach | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCHS Basketball teams wrap up regular season with doubleheader at Barren County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers fall to Pulaski; Russell Co takes on Barren Co in regular season finale tomorrow | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Could Reed Sheppard Break UK’s All-Time Records for Steals in First Season? | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers fall in OT to Whitley County, Lakers host Pulaski tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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