Travis Perry’s Parents Excited About Son Choosing UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, November 26 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Ryan Perry and his wife are both University of Kentucky graduates and have been Kentucky fans their whole lives. However, they made sure they took the middle ground when their son, Lyon County senior Travis Perry, was being recruited. “I have... Read More.

Practice Competition Has Made Reed Sheppard Better Player | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, November 24 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky freshman Reed Sheppard currently is the team's third leading scorer at 13.3 points per game and leads the team in 3-point shooting at 70.6 percent (12 of 17). However, he also led the team in steals (12) and blocked shots... Read More.

Swim team starts season strong | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, November 22 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Swim & Dive Teams kicked off their 2023-24 Season this past Saturday as they hosted their annual Fall Preview. 23 teams consisting of 258 athletes converged on the Russell County Natatorium. The Lakers swam to a hard fought Combined 3rd Place Finish.... Read More.

UK Signee Jayden Quaintance is Big, Super Talented Kid, Who is Only 16 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, November 21 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Former Kentucky all-SEC defensive lineman Dennis Johnson has been around a lot of special athletes during his collegiate and professional playing career as well as his high school coaching career. His son, Jasper, now plays for Link Academy after transferring from... Read More.

Former UK All-American Lilley Makes Her Mark as Assistant Coach | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, November 20 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Not much seems to ever bother Kentucky junior setter Emma Grome on the volleyball court, which is one reason she’s leading the nation in assists per set. However, she was a “little intimidated” going into this season after four-time UK All-American... Read More.

RCMS Basketball defeats Cumberland County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, November 20 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Basketball teams defeated Cumberland County in dominant fashion Friday night. The 6th grade team won 36-3. The 7th grade team won 43-5. The 8th grade team won 48-17. The middle school Lakers were scheduled to take on Wayne County... Read More.

Update on latest action with RCHS Bowling teams | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, November 20 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Bowling teams have competed in three matches this month. On November 10, the Lakers traveled to take on Taylor County. The Lady Lakers fell 4.5 games to 2.5 games. High ccores for the girls were Karlie Scaggs at 146... Read More.

RCMS Basketball teams pick up wins | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, November 17 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Laker Basketball teams were in action last night at Casey County. All three Laker teams picked up victories. 8th grade won 39-28, 7th grade won 40-18, and 6th grade won 53-20. Earlier this week, the Lakers took on Green... Read More.

Former UK Coach Brooks Honored in Lexington | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, November 14 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Former Kentucky football coach Rich Brooks and his wife, Karen, recently were back in Lexington for a ceremony officially named the field at the renovated indoor practice facility in their honor. “Without a lot of great players and coaches none of... Read More.

UK Commit Boogie Fland Has Right Mentality to Flourish at UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, November 12 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Rivals.com national basketball recruiting writer Krysten Peek, who is also a NBA draft analyst for YahooSports, has seen Kentucky signee Boogie Fland play a lot. The 6-2 five-star point guard was a recruiting priority for coach John Calipari. He averaged 15... Read More.

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Travis Perry’s Parents Excited About Son Choosing UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Practice Competition Has Made Reed Sheppard Better Player | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Swim team starts season strong | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Signee Jayden Quaintance is Big, Super Talented Kid, Who is Only 16 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Former UK All-American Lilley Makes Her Mark as Assistant Coach | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Basketball defeats Cumberland County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Update on latest action with RCHS Bowling teams | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Basketball teams pick up wins | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Former UK Coach Brooks Honored in Lexington | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Commit Boogie Fland Has Right Mentality to Flourish at UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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