Freedom looking for fourth playoff spot in five years when new season begins this weekend
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Jamie Vaught: Pineville native, former EKU star Madon getting his pro shot with Oakland Raiders
This week has been kind of hectic for former Eastern Kentucky University football standout Ben Madon, but that’s okay. While…
Keith Taylor: Nyquist braces for next step in racing career, moves on to Pimlico after Derby victory
LOUISVILLE — Nyquist is preparing for the next step in his racing career. The Kentucky Derby winner departed Churchill Downs…
Senior leadership carries Beechwood to All “A” Classic state baseball championship
By Terry Boehmker NKy Tribune sports reporter With six seniors leading the way, Beechwood won the Kentucky All “A” Classic…
Billy Reed: Somehow undefeated Nyquist didn’t generate much respect prior to Derby win
LOUISVILLE – It’s doubtful that Nyquist’s victory in the 142nd Kentucky Derby will make anybody jump off the Sherman-Minton Bridge….
Kentucky Derby: Nyquist holds off Exaggerator and Gun Runner to capture 142nd Run for the Roses
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune LOUISVILLE — Nyquist has never lost a race in his career. Now, the Kentucky…
Billy Reed: When chasing Kentucky Derby immortality, it’s best not to upset the racing gods
LOUISVILLE – At some point this afternoon, there will be a subtle change of emphasis at venerable Churchill Downs in…
Conner senior has been an impact player in three sports during his high school career
By Terry Boehmker NKy Tribune sports reporter Kyler Padgett is looking forward to taking a Caribbean cruise with his family…
Former Kentucky assistant Whitaker takes over as head coach at Northern Kentucky
Northern Kentucky University Director of Athletics Ken Bothof announced the hiring of Camryn Whitaker as head coach of the women’s…
Keith Taylor: Veteran ‘hard boot’ Mike Cameron says speed, stamina keys to winning Kentucky Derby
Nothing gets Mike Cameron more excited than horse racing and it doesn’t get any better than the Kentucky Derby. “I…
Former Cincinnati assistant Shumate added to Brannen’s basketball staff at Northern Kentucky
Chris Shumate has been named an assistant coach by Northern Kentucky men’s basketball head coach John Brannen. Shumate joins assistant…
NKU wraps up softball regular season with three games at Horizon League foe Youngstown State
The Northern Kentucky University softball team wraps up the 2016 regular season this weekend with a three-game series at Horizon…
Keith Taylor: Stoops plans to participate in satellite camps this summer, but won’t ‘overdo it’
Mark Stoops plans on taking advantage of the latest trend in college football this summer. The Kentucky coach will take…
Prep Sports Notebook: Bezold plans to join West Virginia men’s basketball team as walk-on
By Terry Boehmker NKy Tribune sports reporter Tyler Bezold got an idea of what it takes to play major college…
Can’t make it to Churchill downs for the Kentucky Derby? Turfway Park has plenty of activities planned
Turfway Park will celebrate the 142nd renewal of the Run for the Roses with its annual Kentucky Derby simulcast and…
Billy Reed: Turns out Triple Crown winner Bob Baffert much more than a one-hit wonder
So here came the new shooter from California, a dude with a mop of prematurely white hair, tinted sunglasses, and…
Keith Taylor: UK recruit Bolden getting close to decision; Briscoe, Lee NBA combine alternates
Marques Bolden is still pondering his future but is expected to make a decision on his college choice sooner rather…
Northern Kentucky’s Ganns named Louisville Slugger National Player of the Week
Northern Kentucky sophomore left-handed pitcher Trey Ganns has been named a Louisville Slugger National Player of the Week after striking…
Ganns enjoys career night with 14 strikeouts as Norse blank Milwaukee; NKU softball drops decision
Sophomore Trey Ganns enjoyed a career night at Miller Park on Sunday, striking out a Northern Kentucky Division I program…
Kentucky linebacker Josh Forrest chosen in the sixth round of NFL Draft by L.A. Rams
Kentucky linebacker Josh Forrest was chosen by the Los Angeles Rams in the sixth round of the National Football League…
Former Kentucky men’s basketball standout Ed Davender dies at age 49
Former Kentucky men’s basketball player Ed Davender died Thursday night after suffering a heart attack earlier in the week. He…
Prep Sports Notebook: Tennis teams put streaks on the line in regional tournaments
By Terry Boehmker NKy Tribune sports reporter Several interesting story lines will be unfolding during the high school tennis post-season…