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Ken Chester: Defying Age on the Softball Field at 86
About the Guest(s): Ken Chester is one of Kentucky's oldest and most active softball players, proving age is just a number. At 86 years...
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Jun 162 min read
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Why Age is Just a Number for Softball Legends John McGarry and Don Giles
Keeping the Spirit Alive In Kentucky, senior leagues have become a haven for older athletes who refuse to let age dull their love for...
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Jun 112 min read
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How Kentucky Seniors John McGarry and Don Giles Keep Slow Pitch Softball Alive and Thriving
About the Guest(s): John McGarry John McGarry is a passionate athlete at the age of 78, actively engaged in slow pitch softball. He...
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Jun 93 min read
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Discovering Phenomenal Talent: The Journey of Kentucky's Most Celebrated High School Athlete
A Star Rises in Kentucky Basketball In the world of Kentucky high school girls’ basketball, few names shine brighter than Zakiyah...
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Jun 42 min read
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Zakiyah Johnson: Kentucky's Most Decorated High School Basketball Star
About the Guest(s): ZaKiyah Johnson  is a standout athlete in Kentucky high school basketball, recognized as one of the most celebrated...
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Jun 23 min read
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The Legacy of the ABA: Kentucky’s Only Major Pro Championship
A Historic Triumph in Kentucky Sports The Kentucky Colonels' 1975 ABA Championship remains one of the most iconic moments in the state's...
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May 282 min read
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Celebrating 50 Years Since Kentucky Colonels' ABA Championship Victory
About the Guest(s): Louie Dampier : A legendary basketball player who played for the Kentucky Colonels throughout the team's existence in...
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May 263 min read
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Exploring the Legacy: Jerry Blanton's Unforgettable Journey in Kentucky Football
Key Takeaways • Blanton chose Kentucky to be part of building a football culture, passing on traditional powerhouses. • He broke ground...
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May 212 min read
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Jerry Blanton: From UK Freshman Starter to NFL Veteran
About the Guest(s): Jerry Blanton: Â Jerry Blanton is a former University of Kentucky Wildcat football player known for his pioneering...
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May 193 min read
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From Field to OR: Jerry Woolum’s Lifetime of Dedication
Chasing Childhood Dreams Jerry Woolum’s remarkable journey from the football field to the operating room is a story of perseverance,...
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May 142 min read
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Jerry Woolum: Former UK Football Star Now Contemplates Surgical Retirement
About the Guest(s): Jerry Woolum  is a former collegiate athlete who played quarterback for the University of Kentucky in the late 1950s...
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May 122 min read
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ALL ACCESS PASS: Fast Pitch Glory – A Dive into Reidland High’s Trailblazing Championship
Pioneering a New Era in Kentucky Softball In 1995, Kentucky high school sports reached a milestone with the introduction of its first...
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May 72 min read
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30 Years Later: Reidland High's Historic Fast-pitch Championship – Show Notes
About the Guest(s): Tony Burkeen  was the head coach of the Reidland High School softball team in 1995. Under his leadership, Reidland...
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May 53 min read
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ALL ACCESS PASS: When Pro Baseball Came to Paintsville
A Small Town With a Big Baseball Dream In the late 1970s and early 1980s, Paintsville, Kentucky, a town of fewer than 5,000 residents,...
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Apr 302 min read
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Home Runs and Hometown Heros: Paintsville's Pro Baseball Team — Show Notes
About the Guests: Mike Fyffe is the son of Paul Fyffe, the former owner of the Paintsville minor league baseball team. Mike shares...
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Apr 282 min read
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ALL ACCESS PASS: Changing the Game with Jim Wallace
His Story Jim Wallace has spent most of his life around Kentucky high school athletics—and what a life it’s been. From watching his first...
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Apr 232 min read
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Breaking The Mold: Jim Wallace's Influence in Trigg County and Beyond — Show Notes
About the Guest: Jim Wallace  is a trailblazer in Kentucky high school athletics, known for breaking barriers and advancing both...
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Apr 212 min read
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ALL ACCESS PASS: When the Girls Took the Court Again
50 Years of Heart, Hustle, and History In the heart of Kentucky, a quiet yet impactful revolution unfolded during the 1974-75 school...
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Apr 162 min read
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Pioneers of the Paint: 50 years of Kentucky Girls' Hoops — Show Notes
About the Guest: Jo James  is known for her pivotal role in the revival of girls high school basketball in Kentucky during the 1974-75...
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Apr 142 min read
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ALL ACCESS PASS: Inside Phil Cox's Rise From The Mountains
Hoops, Heart, and the Mountain Way Phil Cox's roots trace back to the rugged mountains of Eastern Kentucky, where he grew up balancing...
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Apr 92 min read
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