Royals win 20-6 on a long opening night

Jeremy Thompson rushed for 176 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Mason County Royals to a 20-6 season-opening win over the Paris Greyhounds Friday night. There was a one hour and 20 minute lightning delay in the second quarter. On the sixth play after the game resumed, Paris took a 6-0 lead on a 32 yard run by Tiion Thomas. Mason County answered with a one yard run by Neal Pawsat. Paris was moving the ball in Mason County territory when Ryan Foley intercepted a pass near the five yard line. Thompson scored his two touchdowns in the second half. The Royals failed to score on two red zone drives, one in each half. Mason County plays at Boone County next week. Here is the scoring summary:

P 2nd Q 8:29 Tiion Thomas 32 yard run (kick missed) P 6, MC 0
MC 2nd Q 4:00 Neal Pawsat 1 yard run (Jessica Batey kick) MC 7, P 6
MC 3rd Q 8:01 Jeremy Thompson 7 yard run (Jessica Batey kick) MC 14, P 6
MC 4th Q 9:14 Jeremy Thompson 53 yard run (kick missed) MC 20, P 6

Middleton signs with Georgetown College

Mason County senior Russ Middleton signed today to play basketball at Georgetown College. Middleton verbally committed to Georgetown College last October. He averaged 15 points a game playing point guard for the state champions last season. He was named to the all-state tournament team. Push play on the flash-based media below to listen to some comments from Middleton and Georgetown College Coach Happy Osborne.

Gabcast! Russ Middleton Signs with Georgetown College #0

Saints beat Fleming County at MCC

Russell Rigg shot a 38 Thursday at the Maysville Country Club to claim medalist honors and lead the St. Patrick golf team to a 194-213 win over Fleming County.

Royals rout Musketeers 11-1

The Mason County Royals routed the Greenup County Musketeers 11-1 Thursday night. Zach Tompkins and Robert Poe each scored two goals. Single goals were scored by Jake Morgan, Ashley Lawrence, Cody Hamm, Jackson Gossard, Cory Walker, Kyle Thompson and Tyler French. Mason County (2-2) hosts Hazard on Tuesday.

Lady Saints blank East Carter 3-0, Saints Lose 1-0 to Russell

The St. Patrick Lady Saints shutout the East Carter Lady Raiders 3-0 Thursday night.
Grace Welte, Sarah Moe and Molly Parker each scored a goal. St. Patrick (3-1-1) travels to Morehead on Tuesday to play Rowan County.
The St. Patrick Saints lost to the Russell Red Devils 1-0. The Saints (1-1) host Mason County on Sept. 9.

Mason Co. vs. Paris to open the football season

The Mason County Royals host the Paris Greyhounds tonight in the Meadowview Regional Medical Center Kickoff Classic. It's Mason County's 30th season. It's Paris' 100th season.

The Royals beat the Greyhounds 27-7 last season in the only meeting between the two programs. Royals Coach David Buchanan was the head coach at Paris for four seasons before coming to Mason County in 1996. J.J. Everage is the new coach at Paris. He is the Greyhounds' eighth coach in 14 seasons. Mason County is 7-5 in season openers under Coach Buchanan. Sophomore Neal Pawsat takes over at quarterback for Mason County. Last season, Pawsat completed 11 of 26 passes for 135 yards. He threw one interception. In his only start, Pawsat rushed for three touchdowns in a 34-33 overtime win over Greenup County. Senior tailback Jeremy Thompson rushed for 868 yards and nine touchdowns last year. Paris' returning players include senior tailback Tiion Thomas and junior quarterback Cody Maggard. Thomas is a speedster who rushed for 822 yards and eight touchdowns last season. Maggard completed 28 of 83 yards and three touchdowns. He threw eight interceptions. Tonight's game begins at 7:30.

"Hawaiian Luau-Pig Roast" is the theme for the tailgate party. The menu includes pulled pork sandwiches, coleslaw, baked beans, dessert and drink. The cost is $5.

Grutza leads UC to 40-7 win over EKU

Dustin Grutza completed 21 of 28 passes for a career-high 296 yards and three touchdowns to lead the University of Cincinnati Bearcats to a 40-7 season-opening win over the Eastern Kentucky University Colonels tonight. Grutza also rushed for 33 yards and one touchdown. Cincinnati plays at Oklahoma on Sept. 6.

Lady Royals beat Bath County 7-1

The Batey twins combined for five goals to lead the Mason County Lady Royals to a 7-1 victory over the Bath County Lady Wildcats tonight at Mason County. Jessica Batey had a hat trick and Rebecca Batey scored two goals and had one assist. Ashley Deatley and Taylor Houchens each scored a goal. Porsha Greene had two assists. Mason County (2-0-3) plays Harrison County in Cynthiana on Tuesday.

Larry Harris to be inducted into Paris Greyhound Hall of Fame

Mason County assistant football coach Larry Harris will be inducted into the Paris Greyhound Hall of Fame next week. Harris was a star running back and linebacker at Paris High School. Longtime Paris statistician Eugene "Puck" Puckett says Harris carried the team on both offense and defense his senior year (1987). Puckett says no other player has carried a team on both sides of the ball in all the years he's followed Paris. The Greyhounds advanced to the state semifinals in 1987. Harris went on to play at Western Kentucky University. The Hall of Fame induction will take place on Sept. 5 when Paris hosts Bellevue. Harris will not be able to attend because Mason County plays at Boone County that night.

Mason Co. boys' golf team beats Lewis Co by 10 shots

The Mason County boys' golf team defeated Lewis County 160-170 today at Laurel Oaks Golf Club. The Royals were led by Eric White with a 38 and Josh Harris with a 39. Mason County
(6-3) will host Rowan County and Pendleton County in a tri-match at the Maysville Country Club on Tuesday.

Mason County begins 30th varsity football season

The Mason County football program will begin its 30th season of varsity play Friday night. The Royals have an all-time record of 153-160. Here are some of the “firsts” of the football program:

First coach
Steve Butcher (6-13 in two seasons)

First game
A 30-0 loss to the Bath County Wildcats in Owingsville on Aug. 24, 1979

First touchdown
A 32 yard pass to Allen Feldhaus Jr. from Larry Duzan in a 20-8 loss to East Carter on Aug. 31, 1979

First win
9-6 in overtime over the Maysville Bulldogs at Walton Field on Sept. 14, 1979 (The game winner was a 24 yard field goal by Allen Feldhaus Jr.)

First winning season
1981, 7-3 under first-year Coach Lewis Cook

First game on its own field
A 28-0 win over Lawrence County on Aug. 28, 1981 (the current site of the practice field)

First game at current stadium
A 14-12 win over the Bath County Wildcats on Oct. 4, 1991 (The Royals opened the season with five straight road games while the bleachers were being installed at the new field)

First playoff game
A 38-30 upset win over Prestonsburg on Nov. 8, 1991

First home playoff game
A 35-21 win over Mercer County on Nov. 3, 2000

First 10 win season
2001, 12-2

First region title
A 14-6 win over Fleming County on Nov. 1, 2001 (avenging a 20-13 regular season loss to Fleming County)

First outright district title
2003, 5-0 in the first season in Class AAA, District 8


(Note: thanks to Rick Swartz' research for some of this information)

Royals beat Paris, lose to Montgomery Co. in tri-match

The Mason County boys' golf team played in a tri-match in the rain on Tuesday at the Mount Sterling Country Club, beating Paris and losing to Montgomery County. The scores were Montgomery County 160, Mason County 171 and Paris 211. Dudley Sewell led Mason County with a 41. Weather permitting, Mason County (5-3) will play a tri-match versus Fleming County and Lewis County today at Laurel Oaks Golf Club.

Jessica Batey scores 5 goals in Lady Royals' win

Jessica Batey scored five goals to lead the Mason County Lady Royals to a 9-1 road win over the Fleming County Lady Panthers. Rebecca Batey, Porsha Greene, Alonna Greene and Mary Alice Stewart each scored a goal. Mason County (1-0-3) hosts Bath County on Thursday.

Royals 3, Panthers 1

The Mason County Royals defeated the Fleming County Panthers 3-1 tonight at Mason County.
Jackson Gossard scored two goals and Corey Walker scored one. Royals Coach Brett Redwine said in an e-mail message that Dylan Whitehead and Ashley Lawerence played "excellent defense." Mason County (1-2) travels to Greenup County on Thursday.

Lady Saints 1, Lady Wildcats 1

The St. Patrick Lady Saints and the Pendleton County Lady Wildcats played to a 1-1 tie Monday night at the Tom Browning Boys and Girls Club. Morgan Swolsky scored the Lady Saints' goal, assisted by Grace Welte. St. Patrick (2-1-1) hosts East Carter on Thursday.

Mason County boys' golf edged by one shot

The Mason County boys' golf team lost to Pendleton County by one shot Monday at the Pendleton County Country Club. Tanner Walton led the Royals with a 39. Bradley Litzinger and Eric White both shot 40s. Mason County plays Montgomery County today at the Mount Sterling Country Club.

Rigg 2nd in All "A" Region, qualifies for state

St. Patrick sophomore Russell Rigg was the runnerup in the All "A" regional tournament.
Rigg and Rex Schlach of Deming were tied at the end of regulation after shooting 77s at Flagg Springs Golf Club today. Schlach birdied the first playoff hole to claim medalist honors. Schlach and Rigg both qualified for the All "A" state tournament at Arlington Golf Course in Richmond.

Lady Royals tie in third straight game

The Mason County Lady Royals have opened the soccer season with three straight ties. Tonight, it was 2-2 against the Montomery County Lady Indians in Mt. Sterling. Mason County led 1-0 at halftime on Carolyn Morris' goal, assisted by Jessica Batey. Montgomery County scored
back-to-back goals to lead 2-1. Batey tied the game with an unassisted goal. The Lady Royals are right back in action Tuesday at Fleming County.

Mason Co. Lady Royals intramural basketball parent meeting

A parent meeting for Mason County Lady Royals intramural basketball (grades 2-5) is scheduled Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Mason County Intermediate School.

Royals 14th in Tates Creek Invitational

The Mason County boys' golf team finished 14th in the 24-team Tates Creek Invitational Tournament Saturday. Freshman Josh Harris led the Royals with a 79 and finished in the top 25.
Tanner Walton, also a freshman, was in the top 50 with an 85. Mason County plays Pendleton County Monday at the Pendleton County Country Club.

Grutza to start UC opener, Mauk gets another review

The University of Cincinnati quarterback soap opera continues. Check out these stories on
Cincinnati.com:

Dustin Grutza to start UC Opener

Mauk to get another review

Lady Royals 1, Lady Wildcats 1

The Mason County Lady Royals and the Pendleton County Lady Wildcats played to a 1-1 tie tonight in the Lady Royals' home opener. Jessica Batey scored Mason County's goal. Rebecca Batey had the assist. Mason County has played to 1-1 ties in its first two games. The Lady Royals play at Montgomery County on Monday.

Royals top Panthers by eight shots

The Mason County Royals defeated the Fleming County Panthers 159-167 Wednesday at the Fleming County Country Club. Eric White and Tanner Walton both shot 39s to lead the Royals.
Mason County (4-1) will play in the Tates Creek Invitational in Lexington on Saturday.


(Edited to correct Mason County's score)

Royals to open with Danville in 2009 and 2010

The Mason County Royals football team doesn't open the 2008 season until August 29, but there's big news concerning the 2009 and 2010 season openers. Mason County will open the 2009 season at home against the Danville Admirals. It will be the first meeting between the two schools. The Royals will travel to Danville to play the Admirals in the 2010 season opener. Danville has won 10 state championships. Head coach Sam Harp has a record of 215-38 at Danville. Here are Mason County's 2009 and 2010 football schedules:

2009

Aug. 21 Danville Home (Meadowview Regional Medical Center Classic)
Aug. 28 Montgomery Co. Home
Sept. 11 Bourbon Co. Away
Sept. 18 Rowan Co. Home
Sept. 25 Harrison Co. Away
Oct. 2 Lewis Co. Away
Oct. 9 Russell Home
Oct. 16 West Carter Away
Oct. 23 Fleming Co. Home
Oct. 30 Greenup Co. Away

2010

Aug. 20 Danville Away
Aug. 27 Montgomery Co. Away
Sept. 10 Bourbon Co. Home (Meadowview Regional Medical Center Classic)
Sept. 17 Rowan Co. Away
Sept. 24 Harrison Co. Home
Oct. 1 Lewis Co. Home
Oct. 8 Russell Away
Oct. 15 West Carter Home
Oct. 22 Fleming Co. Away
Oct. 29 Greenup Co. Home

Volunteers needed for youth football

Volunteers are needed to help with the Mason County youth football program. Here is the information from Coach David Buchanan:

Our youth football is booming. To help our kids have the best experience possible, we need several volunteers to assist. Practices are on Tuesday and Thursday night at the practice field from 6-8 pm. If you can help us out, you must fill out a volunteer application at the Mason County Schools Central Office downtown. Also, please contact John Denham or Chris Neal, or get to the practice field around 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.

Saints open soccer season with 8-0 win

The St. Patrick boys' soccer team opened the season with an 8-0 victory over Walton-Verona Tuesday night. The Saints' next game is August 28 at Russell.

North Adams edges Mason Co. 6-5 in boys' soccer

The Mason County boys' soccer team lost to North Adams 6-5 Tuesday night. Dylan Whitehead and Jake Morgan each scored two goals and Kyle Thompson added a goal for Mason County.
The Royals are back in action August 26th at home against Fleming County.

Lady Saints volleyball team beats Deming 2-1

The St. Patrick Lady Saints volleyball team is 3-0 after beating the Deming Lady Devils 2-1 tonight at St. Patrick. The scores were 25-23, 14-25 and 25-7. It was the first time I had attended a high school volleyball match and it was exciting. The first game was a thriller. Deming was in control throughout the second game, and St. Patrick dominated the third game-jumping out to a 19-3 lead. The Lady Saints' next match is August 26 at Bracken County.

Mason Co. boys golf team loses to Campbell Co. by 7 shots

The Mason County boys' golf team lost to Campbell County 164-171 Monday at Hickory Sticks Golf Club in Campbell County. Ryan Hamm led Mason County with a 40. The Royals play Fleming County Wednesday at the Fleming County Country Club.

Royals and Lady Saints lose season openers

The Mason County Royals lost to the Ripley Blue Jays 4-1. Zach Thompson scored Mason County's goal. The St. Patrick Lady Saints lost to the Walton-Verona Bearcats 2-1.

Lady Royals 1, Lady Jays 1

The Mason County Lady Royals and the Ripley Lady Jays played to a 1-1 tie tonight in Ripley. Jessica Batey scored Mason County's goal.

It's soccer season

The high school soccer season begins tonight. Three of the four local teams play their season openers tonight. The St. Patrick Lady Saints host the Walton-Verona Lady Bearcats at 5 p.m. at the Tom Browning Boys and Girls Club. Mason County plays Ripley in a girl-boy doubleheader at Ripley. The girls' game is first at 5 p.m. The boys' game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m.
The St. Patrick Saints open the season Tuesday at 7 p.m. at home against Walton-Verona.

Lady Royals cross country team ranked 3rd in state in Class 2A

The Mason County girls' cross country team is ranked third in the state in the KytrackXC.com Class 2A Preseason Team Rankings. Here is a link to the rankings.

Lady Saints blank Nicholas Co. 2-0

The St. Patrick Lady Saints volleyball team defeated the Nicholas County Lady Jackets 2-0 Thursday night. The scores were 25-10 and 25-9. The Lady Saints (2-0) host Deming Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Morris ties for 37th in 5/3 Bank-Callaway Golf Kentucky Open

Chris Morris tied for 37th place in the 5/3 Bank-Callaway Golf Kentucky Open with a three-day total of 4-over par 220. Morris shot a 3-over-par 75 in the final round today at Audubon Country Club in Louisville. Trey Bowling of Manchester won the tournament with a total of 10-under 206.

Photos from Mason County football Picture Day

Royals edge West Union by two shots at Laurel Oaks

The Mason County boys' golf team edged West Union 160-162 Wednesday at Laurel Oaks Golf Club. Corey Richmond of West Union was the medalist with an even par 36. Mason County was led by Eric White with a 37 and Dudley Sewell with a 39. The Royals, 3-0 on the season, will travel to Hickory Sticks Golf Club Monday to play Campell County.

Morris shots 73 in second round of the 5/3 Bank-Callaway Golf Kentucky Open

Chris Morris shot a 1-over par 73 today in the second round of the 5/3 Bank-Callaway Golf Kentucky Open at Audubon Country Club in Louisville. Morris has a two-round total of
1-over 145 and is tied for 37th place, 10 shots off the lead. The final round will be played Thursday. Here is a link to the results.

Mason Co. girls' golf team roster

Here is the Mason County girls' golf team roster:

Christian Arn

Christen Cropper
Taylor Douglas
Bethany Foister

Tiara Harris

Peyton Houchens
Taylor Houchens

Bridgit Morris

Kaitlin Vaught

Lauren Vice

Coach: Laura Houchens

Royals top 'Breds at Cynthiana Country Club

Tanner Walton shot a 39 to lead the Mason County boys' golf team to a 164-172 win over Harrison County Tuesday at Cynthiana Country Club. Bradley Litzinger shot a 40,
Eric White had a 41 and Ryan Hamm shot a 44.

Morris shots 72 in first round of 5/3 Bank-Callaway Golf Kentucky Open

Chris Morris shot an even par 72 today in the first round of the 5/3 Bank-Callaway Golf Kentucky Open at Audubon Country Club in Louisville. Morris is tied for 30th place, six shots off the lead. Here is a link to the first round results.

Mason Co. boys' golf roster

Here is the Mason County boys' golf team roster:

Seniors
Dudley Sewell
Ryan Hamm
Sam O'Mara

Juniors
Eric White

Freshmen
Josh Harris
Bradley Litzinger
Tanner Walton

Middle School
Jackson Frame

Coach
John Arn

Mason County football Picture Day Thursday

The Mason County football team will have Picture Day Thursday at 5:30 p.m. The media, parents and fans are invited to attend and take photos of the team.

Royals beat Vikings at Eagle Trace Golf Course

Ryan Hamm shot a 41 to lead the Mason County boys' golf team to a 177-212 win over Rowan County Monday at Eagle Trace Golf Course. Tanner Walton and Bradley Litzinger both shot 45s.

St. Patrick volleyball team opens season tonight

The St. Patrick Lady Saints volleyball team, under first-year coach Julie McKay, opens the season tonight at home against Silver Grove. Here is the Lady Saints' roster:

Seniors
Cora Chamberlain
Celeste Mondragon

Juniors
Kaylee Griffin
Sarah Tatum

Sophomores
Katie Crawford
Katelyn Humphries
Cynthia Mondragon
Brooke Mosler
Shelbie Wulfekamp

Freshmen
Jackie Johnston
Kelsey McFarland
Allison McKay
Emily Sticklen

Here is a link to St. Patrick's schedule.

Royals 12th at Greenup County Tournament

The Mason County boys golf team placed 12th out of 25 teams in the Greenup County tournament held Saturday at River Bend Golf Club. Eric White led Mason County with an 83 and finished in the top 25. Josh Harris (86) and Bradley Litzinger (87) both finished in the top 40.

Schumacher wins Mason County Open for 5th time

Eric Schumacher won the Mason County Open for the second straight year and the fifth time overall. Schumacher shot a 2-under par 70 Sunday at the Maysville Country Club and had a three-day total of 12-under 202. Robert Walton, who began the final round with a one-shot lead, shot a 76 Sunday and finished second, five-shots back. Steve Grayson was third (208) and Troy Grooms was fourth (211). Phillip Grayson shot a 70 Sunday and won medalist honors in a scorecard playoff. The Maysville Country Club won the Inter-City Trophy with 28 points. Laurel Oaks Golf Club was second with 20 points and Kenton Station Golf Course was third with 10 points. Here are the total scores in the championship flight and the winners of the other flights:

Championship flight

Eric Schumacher 202

Robert Walton 207

Steve Grayson 208

Troy Grooms 211

Josh Weber 212

Deron Feldhaus 214

Shane Lippert 214

Dave Grayson 215

Kevin Clark 219

Jason Burns 222

Coy Cummins 224

Jamie High 238

Tony Grippa 238

First Flight

Phillip Grayson 216

Second Flight

Tom Werwath 232

Third Flight

Kenny Ray Haggard 234

Fourth Flight

Glenn Brothers 247

Fifth Flight

John Olson 260

Grutza story in Cincinnati Enquirer

Here is a link to another Cincinnati Enquirer story about Dustin Grutza on Cincinnati.com.

Walton 2nd round leader in Mason County Open

Robert Walton shot a 4-under par 66 Saturday at Kenton Station Golf Course and has a one-shot lead after two rounds of the Mason County Open. Walton, the 2003 champion, began the day four shots off the lead. He has a two-day total of 11-under 131. First round co-leaders Eric Schumacher and Steve Grayson shot 69 and 70 respectively Saturday. Schumacher is 10-under for the tournament. Grayson is 9-under. Troy Grooms was the medalist Saturday with an 8-under 62. He trails by three shots. Josh Weber shot a 66 Saturday and is four shots back. Shane Lippert and Deron Feldhaus are tied for sixth place at 4-under, seven shots off the lead. The final round will be played Sunday at the Maysville Country Club.

Schumacher and Grayson share the lead in the Mason County Open

Four-time champion Eric Schumacher and two-time champion Steve Grayson share the lead after the first round of the Mason County Open. Both fired a 9-under par 63 today at Laurel Oaks Golf Club. Schumacher, the defending champion, had a 30 on the front side. He won medalist honors in a scorecard playoff. Robert Walton shot a 67. Josh Weber had a 69. Marvin Schlach shot a 71. Shane Lippert and Jason Burns both shot a 70. The tournament moves to Kenton Station Golf Course Saturday for the second round. The final round is Sunday at the Maysville Country Club. Here is a list of the golfers who shot even par or better:

Eric Schumacher 63
Steve Grayson 63
Robert Walton 67
Josh Weber 69
Steve Lippert 70
Jason Burns 70
Marvin Schlach 71
Matthew Grayson 72
Deron Feldhaus 72
Troy Grooms 72
Eric Richmond 72

NCCA denies Mauk's appeal, Grutza to start for UC

The NCAA denied Ben Mauk's appeal for a sixth year of eligibilty. That means former Mason County standout Dustin Grutza will once again be the starting quarterback for the University of Cincinnati. Grutza started as a freshmen and sophomore, but was a backup to Mauk last season. Here is a link to the story on cincinnati.com.

Lady Royals soccer team will scrimmage Bourbon Co. Saturday

The Mason County Lady Royals soccer team will scrimmage the Bourbon County Lady Colonels Saturday at 6 p.m. at Harrison County. The Lady Royals will travel to Covington Thursday to scrimmage Covington Latin. The season opener is August 18 at Ripley.

Mason County Blue-White football scrimmage Friday night

The Mason County football team's Blue-White scrimmage is Friday at 7 p.m. The team won't be divided into squads. Coach David Buchanan says the scrimmage will be more controlled. He says the offense will start out with four wideouts, then go to three wideouts, the I Set, Pro Set, Pro I and little bit of the Power I. Buchanan says later in the night, the freshmen will go against the younger members of the varsity. The scrimmage is open to the public.

Lady Royals open season with a win over Lady Jackets

The Mason County Lady Royals golf team opened the season Wednesday by defeating Nicholas County 201-247 at Laurel Oaks Golf Club. Lauren Vice was the medalist with a 46.

Chad Simms back from second mission trip to Romania

Pendleton County boys' basketball coach Chad Simms returned last week from his second mission trip to Romania. Simms, a 1997 graduate of Mason County High School, took part in Hoops for Hope for the second straight year. The mission trip is organized by South Laurel boys' basketball coach Steve Wright. The coaches conduct a basketball clinic for children in Romanian villages. A worship service is held each night. Simms says the mission" is to win people to Christ." Push play on the flash-based media player below to listen to my interview with Simms.

Gabcast! Chad Simms #0

Four new coaches for fall sports

The fall sports season begins next week, and four local teams will have new coaches. Three of the new coaches are at St. Patrick. Father Ivan will coach the boys' soccer team.
Sally Parker returns to her alma mater as the girls' soccer coach, and Julie McKay is the new volleyball coach. Meanwhile, at Mason County, Brett Redwine begins his first season as the boys' soccer coach.

Royals 4th in Bluegrasspreps.com Rankings

The Mason County Royals are fourth in the Bluegrasspreps.com Class 3A Kentucky High School Football Rankings. Here is a link.

Mason County Open begins Friday

The 14th Mason County Open, a 54-hole medal play golf tournament, begins Friday. The first round will be played at Laurel Oaks Golf Club. The second round is Saturday at Kenton Station Golf Course, and the final round is Sunday at the Maysville Country Club. The champions of the Mason County Open are members of an exclusive club. Only seven golfers have won the 13 previous tournaments. Defending champion Eric Schumacher has won the tournament a record four times. In 2004, Steve Grayson won his second Mason County Open title by shooting a tournament record 18-under par 196. Here is the list of the former champions:

1995 Eric Schumacher
1996 Ben Hensley
1997 Eric Schumacher
1998 Deron Feldhaus
1999 Steve Grayson
2000 Ben Hensley
2001 Deron Feldhaus
2002 Mark Blakefield
2003 Robert Walton
2004 Steve Grayson
2005 Eric Schumacher
2006 Drew Traxel
2007 Eric Schumacher

Houchen and Stanfield Win Ladies Two Day Tourney at Kenton Station

Lisa Houchen and Tammy Stanfield shot a 2-under par 70 Sunday and won the annual Ladies Two-Day Tournament at Kenton Station Golf Course. Houchen and Stanfield had a 36-hole total of 8-under 136. Laura Schild and Peggy Ludwig finished second, two shots back. Cynthia Roerl and Kristian Lottman took third place with a 142. Here are the other flight winners:

First Flight

Lisa Thal and Leah Abla 145

Second Flight

Jenny Gunning and Diana Bowman 154

Third Flight

Dawnella Fearis and Lisha Syck 160

Fourth Flight

Angie Richmond and Melinda Humphrey 174

Horsemen Lose, Lewis Scores 2 TDs

The Lexington Horsemen concluded their first season in arenafootball2 with a 65-37 loss to the Green Bay Blizzard in the first round of the playoffs Friday night. Harry Lewis scored two touchdowns for the Horsemen.