RCHS Band members perform at UK Football game

Wednesday, September 6 by Zac Oakes

Seven members of the Russell County Laker Marching Band performed with the University of Kentucky Marching band at last Saturday’s UK Football home opener. Band members Hayden Richardson, Dante Eads, Karli Shields, Ashton Keen, Mason […]

UK Quarterback Devin Leary Knows He Has to Lead This Football Team | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, August 14 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Quarterback Devin Leary understands the transfer portal that allowed him to leave North Carolina State to play at Kentucky this season has been “different” for coaches, players and fans. However, he took a business-like approach to his transfer decision. “Everyone entering... Read More.

UK Defensive Lineman Deone Walker Likes High Expectations for Himself and Cats | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, August 13 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT He’s on the watch lists for several of the nation’s most prestigious awards for linemen after his stellar freshman season at Kentucky but defensive lineman Deone Walker is thinking about more than tackles and quarterback sacks. “Preseason accolades are not worth... Read More.

Louisville Holy Cross Volleyball Player Trinity Ward Ready to be at UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, August 6 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT It’s not a stretch to say that Trinity Ward was destined to play softball at the University of Kentucky. The Louisville Holy Cross junior recently gave her verbal commitment to UK coach Rachel Lawson. “I know it will be a long... Read More.

UK Linebacker Trevin Wallace Looking to Have Big Year | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, August 4 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT WLEX-TV “BBN Tonight” host Maggie Davis is “comfortable” making a 9-3 prediction about Kentucky’s upcoming season. She also believes that junior linebacker Trevin Wallace could be one “big surprise” player for the Wildcats this season that could be instrumental in a... Read More.

Former Standout Madison Lilley Great Addition to UK Volleyball Staff | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, August 3 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Madison Lilley looked up to a lot of volleyball players before she helped Kentucky win its first national championship and was named the nation’s best player for her play. One she looked up to the most was three-time Olympic medalist Jordan... Read More.

Eli Cox Wants to Be Part of “Nasty, Physical” Offensive Line for UK This Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, July 30 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Senior offensive lineman Eli Cox doesn’t mince words about what Kentucky has to do better this season to make sure it does not have a repeat of last year’s 7-6 record. “It has to be a conscious choice to be a... Read More.

UK Football Defensive Coordinator Brad White Ready for Another Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, July 10 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky’s defense has been among the best in the Southeastern Conference under defensive coordinator Brad White and defensive line coach Anwar Stewart says he’s a joy to work for. “He’s very smart and he actually listens to your ideas,” said Stewart,... Read More.

18 local students named to Dean’s List at UK

Friday, May 26 by Zac Oakes

More than a dozen local students were named to the Dean’s List at the University of Kentucky for the Spring 2023 semester. Local students named to the Dean’s List were: Colton Carnes Evan Hoover Zachary […]

UK Commit Cutter Boley Has It Together On and Off the Field | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, May 21 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Lexington Christian Academy junior Cutter Boley is a gifted quarterback, one of the best in the nation according to every recruiting service and the bevy of major college coaches that recruited him. The 6-5, 205-pound Boley verbally committed to Kentucky last... Read More.

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RCHS Band members perform at UK Football game

UK Quarterback Devin Leary Knows He Has to Lead This Football Team | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Defensive Lineman Deone Walker Likes High Expectations for Himself and Cats | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Louisville Holy Cross Volleyball Player Trinity Ward Ready to be at UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Linebacker Trevin Wallace Looking to Have Big Year | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Former Standout Madison Lilley Great Addition to UK Volleyball Staff | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Eli Cox Wants to Be Part of “Nasty, Physical” Offensive Line for UK This Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Football Defensive Coordinator Brad White Ready for Another Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Commit Cutter Boley Has It Together On and Off the Field | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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