Karter Knox, Younger Brother of Former UK Star Kevin Knox, Being Sought by UK and UL | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, June 2 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Five -star sophomore shooting guard Karter Knox of Tampa is already on the recruiting radar of both Kentucky coach John Calipari and Louisville coach Kenny Payne.However, that’s not a big surprise since his older brother, Kevin, played at Kentucky and was... Read More.

Rowe Happy to be Part of Kentucky All-Star Team, then Headed to UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, May 30 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHTNo one is happier to be part of the Kentucky all-star team that will take on Indiana June 10 and 11 than University of Kentucky signee Cassidy Rowe.“It is always a dream for Kentucky kids to play on this team and play... Read More.

NIL Was Not Reason Keidron Smith Transferred to UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, May 23 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHTThe transfer portal and name, image and likeness (NIL) revenue have been linked constantly in recent months but former Mississippi cornerback Keidron Smith is not like a lot of athletes.He made his decision recently to transfer to Kentucky for his final season... Read More.

UK All-American Sprinter Abby Steiner Best Described as “Superstar” | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, May 15 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Lonnie Greene thinks his wife has the best description of Kentucky All-American senior sprinter Abby Steiner. “Superstar. That is my wife’s words,” said Greene, UK’s head track coach. “Abby understands the gift God has blessed her with. He has honored all... Read More.

UK Volleyball Coach Skinner Excited About 2022 Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, May 11 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Craig Skinner never backs off challenging his team to get it ready to defend its Southeastern Conference championship and he certainly has not with his upcoming schedule.Kentucky, the 2020 national volleyball champion, will host three of last year’s Final Four teams... Read More.

Lucas Knows Recruiting at Duke Will be Different Than Recruiting at UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, May 10 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT One of the first questions former Kentucky assistant coach Jai Lucas was asked at his first press conference as a Duke assistant coach was how he successfully formed relationships with players.“It really starts with the relationship. That’s how you build it... Read More.

UK Lineman Luke Fortner Credits Work Ethic to Being Drafted in NFL | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, May 9 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Luke Fortner gave up football in the sixth grade because it was “not fun, not enjoyable” and he didn’t have the work ethic to make himself a better player. Fortunately for Fortner, a youth baseball experience put him back on the... Read More.

Anna Rupp Commits to UK Track and Field | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, April 24 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHTImagine growing up in Lexington with the last name of Rupp. In a state that loves basketball, that’s a name almost any fan regardless of age would recognize because of the legendary coaching career Adolph Rupp had at Kentucky from 1930-1972 when... Read More.

UK All-American Catcher Having Big Year for UK Softball | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, April 21 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT There was no way Kentucky All-American catcher Kayla Kowalik was going to match the numbers she had last season when she led the nation in batting average at .495 and set school records also for consecutive games with a hit (26),... Read More.

RCHS FFA competes at UK Field Day

Wednesday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County FFA Chapter competed at University of Kentucky Field Day April 12. Over 2000 students from 3 different states gathered to show their skills in agriculture events. Elizabeth Hoskins won the Citizenship Bowl […]

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Karter Knox, Younger Brother of Former UK Star Kevin Knox, Being Sought by UK and UL | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Rowe Happy to be Part of Kentucky All-Star Team, then Headed to UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

NIL Was Not Reason Keidron Smith Transferred to UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK All-American Sprinter Abby Steiner Best Described as “Superstar” | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Volleyball Coach Skinner Excited About 2022 Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lucas Knows Recruiting at Duke Will be Different Than Recruiting at UK | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Lineman Luke Fortner Credits Work Ethic to Being Drafted in NFL | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Anna Rupp Commits to UK Track and Field | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK All-American Catcher Having Big Year for UK Softball | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCHS FFA competes at UK Field Day

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