High school coach knew early that UK commit Miles Brown was special | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, May 25 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Matt McConnell was the head football coach at Westview High School in Martin, Tenn., in 2019 when he first saw Miles Brown at the youth camp he was hosting. “He was in the fourth grade I think but even at that... Read More.

Former UK All-American Kenny Walker is stepping out of his comfort zone to participate in the Dancing With The Lexington Stars to raise money for charity | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, April 29 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Kenny Walker still remembers when he had to use two hands to dunk the basketball. “I could not palm the basketball. It would slip out of my hands,” said the former UK All-American and NBA player. “I had to cup the... Read More.

UK QB commit Jake Nawrot learned his lessons well | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT It seems remarkable that recent Kentucky quarterback commit Jake Nawrot went from junior varsity quarterback at John Hershey High School in Arlington Heights, Ill., in 2024 to throwing for over 3,000 yards and 41 touchdowns in 2025 to being the No.... Read More.

NBA dream helped keep Kam Williams at UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, April 13 by Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT Kam Williams’ decision to stay at Kentucky for a second season with coach Mark Pope surprised some considering how many of his teammates entered the transfer portal after UK’s 14-loss season. There was one important factor in Williams’ decision to stay... Read More.

Brian Robinson working hard to earn playing time on UK defensive line | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, April 9 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Brian Robinson was one of the stars of Kentucky’s 2024 recruiting class. He was a unanimous four-star recruit that then recruiting coordinator Vince Marrow brought to Kentucky from Ohio. The 6-foot-4, 260-pound Robinson was ranked as the nation’s 79th best player... Read More.

Greg Williams, father of UK sophomore Kam Williams, calls new UK assistant coach Mo Williams a “cool” guy to be around | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, April 7 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Mo Williams played 13 seasons in the NBA and was on a NBA championship team in Cleveland with LeBron James. He played two years at Alabama and was the SEC Freshman of the Year in 2002 when he led his team... Read More.

Former UK athletes appreciate what Pat Etcheberry did for them | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, April 6 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Pat Etcheberry, a native of Chili, was a Southeastern Conference champion in the javelin in 1966 at Kentucky and then was an assistant track coach at UK from 1967-79 and head coach from 1979-84. However, he also was the strength and... Read More.

Owensboro linebacker Ty Ashley made a connection with UK defensive coordinator Jay Bateman that helped convince him to commit to UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, March 31 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT The more Kentucky defensive players you hear talk about new UK defensive coordinator Jay Bateman, the more praise you hear for one of coach Will Stein’s first hires. “It’s something that is a little hard to explain,” said recent UK commit... Read More.

UK Gymnast Anna Flynn Cashion looking forward to competing in NCAA Championship | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, March 25 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Sophomore Anna Flynn Cashion stands out from her Kentucky gymnastics teammates because she’s a bit taller at 5-foot-8. All but two of her teammates are 5-foot-4 or shorter. "When I was younger, I was actually pretty small until I hit like... Read More.

Jamarrion Harkless came home to UK in hopes of being a dominant run stopper this season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, March 24 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Defensive lineman Jamarrion Harkless was a consensus three-star prospect coming out of Frederick Douglass and a top 100 defensive lineman nationally. However, he turned down chances to play for Kentucky and Louisville to play at Purdue where he played in 22... Read More.

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High school coach knew early that UK commit Miles Brown was special | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Former UK All-American Kenny Walker is stepping out of his comfort zone to participate in the Dancing With The Lexington Stars to raise money for charity | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK QB commit Jake Nawrot learned his lessons well | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

NBA dream helped keep Kam Williams at UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Brian Robinson working hard to earn playing time on UK defensive line | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Greg Williams, father of UK sophomore Kam Williams, calls new UK assistant coach Mo Williams a “cool” guy to be around | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Former UK athletes appreciate what Pat Etcheberry did for them | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Owensboro linebacker Ty Ashley made a connection with UK defensive coordinator Jay Bateman that helped convince him to commit to UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Gymnast Anna Flynn Cashion looking forward to competing in NCAA Championship | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Jamarrion Harkless came home to UK in hopes of being a dominant run stopper this season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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