Royals shutout by Montgomery County

The Mason County Royals were shutout by the Montgomery County Indians 5-0 tonight. It was the first time the Royals had been shutout this season. Mason County has lost three straight games after opening the season with four consecutive wins. The Royals host Covington Latin Thursday evening.

(Photo of Dylan Whitehead by David Gallenstein. Here is a link to more of Gallenstein's sports photos including an album from tonight's game.)

Lady Royals win again at the Maysville Country Club

The Mason County Lady Royals defeated Pendleton County and Bourbon County today at the Maysville Country Club. Christian Arn was the medalist with a 41. The Lady Royals junior varsity team beat Pendleton County. Sarah Fite and Taylor Douglas led the way with 52s.

Varsity

Mason County 173

Pendleton County 184

Bourbon County 257

Junior Varsity

Mason County 233

Pendleton County 255

Royals still No. 2 in Bluegrasspreps.com Class AAA Rankings

Bluegrasspreps.com Class AAA Football Rankings

1. Central

2. Mason County

3. Paducah Tilghman

4. Belfry

5. Somerset

6. Estill County

7. Russellville

8. Union County

9. Breathitt County

10. Sheldon Clark

Lady Royals win, Royals second in tri-matches at MCC

The Mason County Lady Royals won a tri-match today at the Maysville Country Club today. The Lady Royals had a total of 180. Peebles was second at 218 and West Union was third at 224. Christen Cropper was a co-medalist with a 42. Tiara Harris followed with a 43. The Lady Royals improve their record to 4-1.

The Mason County Royals finished second in a tri-match against Bourbon County and West Union on the front nine at the Maysville Country Club. The Royals (5-1-1) were led by Tanner Walton with a 39 and Jackson Frame with a 40.

Royals and Lady Royals 3rd in weekend tourneys

The Mason County Royals finished third in the Mason County/St. Patrick Invitational at the Maysville Country Club Saturday. Twenty-five teams played in the tournament. Bourbon County won with a total of 317. Grant County was second at 318. Mason County had a total of 323. Bradley Litzinger led the Royals with a 77. St. Patrick senior Russell Rigg shot a 76 and finished in eighth place.

The Mason County Lady Royals took third place in the Scott County Invitational at Canewood Golf Course in Georgetown Saturday. The Lady Royals were led by Tiara Harris with a 90.

Lady Royals varsity and middle school take first place in Blue Jay XC Invitational

The Mason County Lady Royals varsity and middle school teams opened the season Saturday with first place finishes in the Blue Jay Cross Country Invitational in Ripley. All five varsity girls medalled- Valerie Rice in second place, Julia Woods third, Sarah Bellingham 10th, Raylee Kirkland 11th and Carley Moore 12th. The girls middle school team was led by Sierra Anderson in third place and Cara Woods in fourth place. The boys varsity was led by Nick Robinson's second place finish and Nathan Woods in ninth place.

Chris Lofton has a new agent

Royals rally and hang on for a 34-28 win over Montgomery County

The Mason County Royals rallied from a seven-point third quarter deficit and were able to hang on for a 34-28 win over the Montgomery County Indians Friday night in Mt. Sterling. The game was tied 14-14 at the half. Montgomery County took a 21-14 lead with 6:29 left in the third quarter. Mason County scored back-to-back touchdowns to lead 28-21 late in the third quarter. Montgomery County put together a 15-play, 65-yard scoring drive to tie the game at 28-all. Mason County went back in front on a touchdown pass from Neal Pawsat to Jordan Gilbert. After a penalty, Gilbert missed the PAT. Montgomery County advanced to the Royals' 44 yard line, but a couple of penalties on the Indians and a defensive stop on fourth down gave the ball back to Mason County with 2:36 left. The Royals picked up a first down and ran out the clock. Josh Harris rushed for 136 yards and two touchdowns. Pawsat completed 15-of-25 passes for 214 yards and two touchdowns. He also threw two interceptions. Gilbert had seven receptions for 151 yards and two touchdowns. Mason County's fourth touchdown of the game- a four-yard run by Xavia Shurn- was set up by a 71-yard run by Troy Chenault. On the previous play, Xavion Johnson intercepted a Montgomery County pass in the end zone. Shurn also has an interception and recovered an onside kick. Mason County (1-1) has an open date on September 3. The Royals play their home opener September 10 against the Bourbon County Colonels.

Mason Co. 1st Q 9:06 Josh Harris 10 yard run (Jordan Gilbert kick) Mason Co. 7, Montgomery Co. 0

Montgomery Co. 2nd Q 7:57 Seth Dotson 6 yard run (Daryl McCane kick) Mason Co. 7, Montgomery Co. 7

Mason Co. 2nd Q 00:53 Josh Harris 7 yard run (Jordan Gilbert kick) Mason Co. 14, Montgomery Co. 7

Montgomery Co. 2nd Q 00:03.1 Seth Dotson 32 yard pass from Matt Tuttle (Daryl McCane kick) Mason Co. 14, Montgomery Co. 14

Montgomery Co. 3rd Q 6:29 Seth Dotson 18 yard pass from Matt Tuttle (Daryl McCane kick) Montgomery Co. 21, Mason Co. 14

Mason Co. 3rd Q 4:48 Jordan Gilbert 53 yard pass from Neal Pawsat (Josh Harris run) Mason County 22, Montgomery Co. 21

Mason Co. 3rd Q 00:19.2 Xavia Shurn (kick failed) Mason Co. 28, Montgomery Co. 21

Montgomery Co. 4th Q 7:25 Blake Preston 3 yard run (Daryl McCane kick) Mason Co. 28, Montgomery Co. 28

Mason Co. 4th Q 5:04 Jordan Gilbert 34 yard pass from Neal Pawsat (kick failed) Mason Co. 34, Montgomery Co. 28

Mason Co. JV golf teams beat Fleming County

The Mason County boys and girls junior varsity golf teams posted wins over Fleming County Thursday at the Fleming County Country Club. Here are the scores:

Mason County JV boys (6-0) 177, Fleming County JV boys 201

Tyler Lippert 41 (medalist)

Nathan Cracraft 42

Chandler Clark 47

Brandon Hamm 47

Mason County #2 JV (4-0) boys 192, Fleming County #2 JV boys 250

Logan Brown 45

J.C. Chapman 47

Ethan White 49

Kaleb Coleman 51

Kyler Sapp 53

Mason County JV girls (4-1) 210, Fleming County JV girls 269

Christian Arn 42

Taylor Douglas 51

Brianna Littleton 57

Jordan Frodge 60

Whitney O'Mara 63

Royals vs. Indians tonight in Mt. Sterling

The Mason County Royals, ranked No. 2 in Class AAA, play the Class AAAAA Montgomery County Indians tonight at Cunningham Field in Mt. Sterling. Mason County is coming off a 21-14 season-opening loss to the Danville Admirals. Montgomery County defeated the Harrison County Thorobreds 32-20 in the 63rd Recreation Bowl. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. The game will be on WFTM-FM and online at www.soft96.com.

Notes:

• Cunningham Field has a new artificial surface;
• Mason County will sport a new look tonight. The Royals will wear white pants with white jerseys. The team usually wears blue pants on the road;
• Mason County leads the series 7-4 and has won the last seven meetings. The Royals beat the Indians 35-14 last season. It was 7-7 at halftime.

Lady Royals blank Bath County 3-0

The Mason County Lady Royals evened their record at 2-2 with a 3-0 victory over the Bath County Lady Wildcats. Amrita Srinivasan, Jessica Shotwell and Mariah Scilley each scored a goal. Lady Royals goalie Chelsi Comberger got her second shutout of the season. Mason County is back in action Monday night at Ripley.

(Photo of Faith Weddle by David Gallenstein. Here is a link to more of Gallenstein's sports photos.

Royals beat Scott Co., Lady Royals lose to Lady Cardinals

Tanner Walton fired a one-under-par 35 to win medalist honors and lead the Mason County Royals to a 154-166 win over the Scott County Cardinals Wednesday at Canewood Golf Course in Georgetown. Jackson Frame followed with a 37. Bradley Litzinger and Tyler Lippert had 39s.

The Royals are 4-0-1.

The Mason County Lady Royals lost to the Scott County Lady Cardinals by five shots. The Lady Royals' 161 was their lowest score of the season. Christian Arn led the way with a 38. Tiara Harris and Lauren Vice had 41s. Christen Cropper and Bridgit Morris shot 42s. The Lady Royals are 2-1.

Mason Co. volleyball team gets first varsity win

The Mason County Lady Royals volleyball team, playing its first varsity season, picked up its first win tonight- a 2-0 victory over the Augusta Lady Panthers in Augusta. The scores were 25-19 and 25-11. The Lady Royals (1-2) host Rowan County September 7.

St. Patrick Lady Saints volleyball roster

10 Lauren Welch So. Setter

11 Hannah Klee So. Middle/Outside Hitter

12 Brandi Bray So. Outside Hitter

13 Jacklyn Johnston Jr. Outside Hitter

14 Hannah Ring So. Middle Hitter

16 Caitlyn Tucker Fr. Outside Hitter

18 Cynthia Mondragon Sr. Setter

19 Lindsey Cascio Fr. Outside Hitter

20 Kelsey McFarland Jr. Middle/Outside Hitter

21 Katie Crawford Sr. Middle/Outside Hitter

22 Brooke Mosler Sr. Middle Hitter

24 Caly Jones 8th Outside Hitter

25 Courtney Mosler Fr. Middle Hitter

27 Shelby Wulfekamp Sr. Outside Hitter

30 Erin Williams Fr. Setter

33 Allison McKay Jr. Setter

Mason Co. JV girls second in tri-match at MCC

The Mason County Lady Royals junior varsity golf team finished second in a tri-match Monday at the Maysville Country Club. Peebles took first place with a 219. The Lady Royals had a season-best score of 224. North Adams was third at 278. Sarah Fite led Mason County with a 53.

Lady Saints and Saints sweep West Union

The St. Patrick Lady Saints and Saints swept West Union in a girl-boy soccer doubleheader tonight at the Tom Browning Boys and Girls Club. The Lady Saints won 6-0. The Saints blanked the Dragons 8-0.

(Photo credit: David Gallenstein. Here is a link to more of Gallenstein's sports photos)

Mason County freshmen and junior varsity football schedule

August 23 Morgan County (frosh-sophomore combined) Home 6:30 p.m.

August 30 Montgomery County Home 5:45 p.m.

September 13 Fleming County Away 5:45 p.m.

September 20 Harrison County Away 5:45 p.m.

September 27 Bourbon County Home 5:45 p.m.

October 4 Rowan County Home 5:45 p.m.

October 11 CKC semifinals TBA

October 18 CKC JV finals TBA

October 21 CKC Frosh finals TBA*

October 25 Lewis County (frosh-sophomore combined) Home 5:45 p.m.

Games in bold are Central Kentucky Conference games. Freshmen games are eight minute quarters. Junior varsity games follow and are six minute quarters.

* CKC Frosh finals could be played on October 18.

Mason County Lady Royals volleyball team photo

Photo Credit: Christy Hicks

Mason County Lady Royals volleyball roster

24 Leigh Newdigate 5-6 Jr. Middle Hitter/Outside Hitter

27 Ciera Maher 5-6 Jr. Setter

22 Cara Irwin 5-5 Jr. Setter/Outside Hitter

26 Katie Hicks 5-6 Jr. Middle hitter/Outside Hitter

5 Karissa Greenhill 5-3 Jr. Defensive Specialist

29 Bethany Foister 5-5 Jr. Middle Hitter/Outside Hitter

3 Andreana Bennett 5-2 Jr. Outside Hitter

25 Kelsey Walters 5-6 Fr. Middle Hitter

11 Sylvia Stahl 5-4 Fr. Outside Hitter

2 Caitlin Ross 5-3 Fr. Setter

20 Shelby Hesler 5-10 Fr. Middle Hitter

4 Jessica Hay 5-4 Fr. Defensive Specialist

1 Kortney Carver 5-3 Fr. Setter

13 Amanda Lee 5-1 7th Outside Hitter

8 Katelyn Faul 4-11 Outside Hitter/Defensive Specialist

16 Aly Osborne 5-0 6th Right Side Hitter

6 Anna Best 4-6 6th Defensive Specialist

Royals 6th in Madison Central Invitational

The Mason County Royals finished in sixth place out of 16 teams in the Madison Central Invitational Saturday at Battlefield Golf Club in Richmond. Bradley Litzinger led Mason County with a 77. Jackson Frame followed with a 79. Dee Hampton shot an 84. Connor Osborne had an 86. Tanner Walton shot an 87 and Tyler Lippert had a 92.

Royals lose season opener to Danville 21-14

Junior running back Patrick Brand rushed for 234 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Danville Admirals to a 21-14 victory over the Mason County Royals in the season opener Friday night at Danville. Mason County scored first on a 53-yard pass from Neal Pawsat to Xavia Shurn, but Danville scored two touchdowns in the second quarter and led 14-7 at the half. Mason County tied the game on a 23-yard pass from Pawsat to Jordan Gilbert with 36 seconds left in the third quarter. Two plays and 27 seconds later, Danville regained the lead on a 72-yard touchdown run by Brand. Mason County' final drive of the game began on the Royals' 12 yard line with 2:34 to play. The Royals advanced to the Danville 24 yard line, but Pawsat was sacked at the 35 yard line with 19 seconds left. On the final play, Pawsat's pass, intended for Gilbert, was incomplete as time expired. It was the 300th career win for Danville Coach Sam Harp. Pawsat completed 13 of 24 passes for 171 yards. Gilbert had nine receptions for 74 yards and has 1,0444 career receiving yards. Mason County plays at Montgomery County next Friday.

MC 1st Q 4:49 Xavia Shurn 53 yard pass from Neal Pawsat (Jordan Gilbert kick) MC 7, D 0

D 2nd Q 10:06 Patrick Brand 2 yard run (Max Meckes kick) MC 7, D 7

D 2nd Q 2:09 Devin Lynn 2 yard run (Max Meckes kick) D 14, MC 7

MC 3rd Q 00:36 Jordan Gilbert 23 yard pass from Neal Pawsat (Jordan Gilbert kick) D 14, MC 14

D 3rd Q 00:09 Patrick Brand 72 yard run (Max Meckes kick) D 21, MC 14

Mason Co. boys and girls golf teams beat Bishop Brossart

The Mason County boys and girls golf teams both defeated Bishop Brossart Thursday at A.J. Jolly Golf Course in Campbell County. The Royals won 159-172 to improve their record to 3-0-1. Jackson Frame was the medalist with a 36. Bradley Litzinger followed by a 40. Connor Osborne had a 41 and Tanner Walton and Dee Hampton shot 43s.

The Lady Royals won 170-260. Christen Cropper took medalist honors with a 40. Lauren Vice, Tiara Harris and Bridgit Morris shot 44s. Christian Arn had a 47 and Sarah Fite shot a 51.

Mason Co. Royals football roster

(Click on the roster twice to enlarge it)

Royals open the season tonight at Danville

The Mason County Royals open the football season tonight against the Danville Admirals in Danville. Mason County is coming off an 11-1 season. Danville was 5-7 last year- the Admirals' first losing season since 1985. Mason County routed Danville 48-21 in the season opener last year. The Royals led 41-7 at the half. Mason County is No.1 in the Herald-Leader preseason coaches' Class AAA poll and No. 2 in the Bluegrasspreps.com Class AAA preseason rankings. Danville is No. 3 in the Herald-Leader preseason coaches' Class AA poll and No. 4 in the Bluegrasspreps.com Class AA rankings. Danville Coach Sam Harp is going for his 300th career win. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. The pregame show begins at 7:04 on WFTM-FM and online at www.soft96.com.

St. Patrick Saints soccer roster

1 Harrison Applegate Fullback So.

2 Donovan Fritz Midfielder So.

4 Tim Oluwaremi Midfielder So.

6 Clark Throckmorton Midfielder Jr.

7 Cory Jodrey Stopper So.

8 Forrest Keating Midfielder Jr.

9 Brian Flores Midfielder Sr.

11 Daniel Yeary Fullback Sr.

12 Ryan Gallenstein Midfielder Jr.

13 Kyle Brant Midfielder Sr.

14 Jacob Heller Midfielder Jr.

15 Derrick McCall Stopper So.

16 Chase Ralston Midfielder Jr.

17 Zerubabel Oluwaremi Striker Sr.

18 Ryan Swolsky Goalie Jr.

19 Alex Pan Fullback Fr.

20 Nick Gallenstein Midfield So.

23 Andrew Brant Fullback Fr.

Head Coach: Father Ivan Kalamuzi

Royals No.2 in Bluegrasspreps.com Class AAA rankings

The Mason County Royals are No. 2 in the Bluegrasspreps.com Class AAA preseason rankings. Here is the top 10:

Class AAA

1. Central

2. Mason County

3. Paducah Tilghman

4. Belfry

5. Estill County

6. Russell

7. Union County

8. Sheldon Clark

9. Somerset

10. Pike County Central

St. Patrick Lady Saints soccer roster

2 Coby Kuhl Striker So.

3 Sarah Todd Stricker So.

4 Elizabeth Heller Midfielder Fr.

5 Kaitlyn Yeary Midfielder So.

6 Jessica Fowler Midfielder So.

10 Lauren Heller Midfielder Fr.

13 Agnes Rigg Midfielder Fr.

15 Chelsea Douglas Midfielder Jr.

16 Haley Rigg Midfielder So.

17 Wallis Stanfield Defense So.

21 Libby Mason Stopper Sr.

24 Allison Cropper Midfielder So.

25 Morgan Swolsky Striker Jr.

31 Allison Tolle Sweeper Jr.

32 Lydia Hamilton Goalie Jr.

36 Katie Hamm Midfielder So.

Head Coach: Michael Kuhl

Mason County Royals soccer roster

Adam Mayes Goalie Fr.

1 Brandon Pitakis Striker Fr.

3 Cody Hamm Midfielder Jr.

4 Ian O'Cull Midfielder Fr.

6 Matt Dobson Defender Sr.

6 Bryant Redmond Defender Fr.

7 Dylan Whitehead Midfield Sr.

8 Robert Poe Midfielder Jr.

10 Tanner Walton Forward Jr.

11 Mikal Thackston Midfielder Jr.

12 Dylan Truesdell Defender So.

13 Shawn Moulis Forward Fr.

14 John Carlisle Defender Sr.

15 Connor Appelman Forward, Midfielder Sr.

16 Tyler Kabler Midfielder So.

19 Brandon Conrad Goalie Jr.

20 Alec Pawsat Midfielder So.

21 Jacob Tompkins Midfielder Fr.

22 Cody Whisman Defender Fr.

25 Kyle Spence Midfielder Fr.

26 David Dunnavan Defender Sr.

27 Austin Hamm Midfielder Fr.

28 Chris Caba Defender Fr.

29 Cody Brown Midfielder Fr.

30 Tyler Irwin Defender So.

31 Matthew Deatley Defender Fr.

32 Andy Ward Midfielder Sr.

33 Austin Tuel Midfielder So.

34 Patrick Shower Defender Sr.

Head Coach: Todd Calvert

Mason County girls cross country team No. 6 in preseason rankings

The Mason County Lady Royals cross country team is No.6 in the KyTrackXC.com Class AA preseason rankings. Here is a link to the rankings.

Lady Royals beat Pendleton Co, Royals tie Wildcats

The Mason County Lady Royals defeated the Pendleton County Lady Wildcats 170-188 Wednesday at Pendleton County Country Club. Bridgit Morris and Christen Cropper shot 41s and tied for medalist. Tiara Harris and Christian Arn had 44s, and Lauren Vice shot a 45. The Lady Royals are 1-0.

The Mason County Royals and the Pendleton County Wildcats tied 162-162. The Royals (2-0-1), were led by Tanner Walton's 39. Bradley Litzinger shot a 40, Connor Osborne had a 41 and Dee Hampton shot a 42.

Mason County Royals soccer Picture Day

Photo credit: Laura Houchens

Mason County Lady Royals soccer roster

20 Taylor Dudley Halfback Sr.
19 Whitney Allen Fullback Sr.
27 Leah Tucker Forward Sr.
21 Faith Weddle Forward Sr.
8 Chelsi Comberger Goalie Jr.
22 Mariah Scilley Fullback Jr.
18 Peyton Houchens Halfback Jr.
11 Mary Alice Stewart Halfback Jr.
23 Caitlin Keef Forward Jr.
5 Jessica Shotwell Forward Jr.
13 Amrita Srinivasan Halfback Jr.
34 Cheyenne Sizemore Halfback Jr.
33 Ashton Roberts Halfback Jr.
10 Laura Poe Halfback/Goalie So.
32 Madelyn Clarke Fullback So.
15 Renee Stewart Forward So.
28 Laura Dodge Halfback So.
17 Danielle Cottam Fullback Fr.
6 Kierston Brown Halfback Fr.
16 Taylor McVey Halfback Fr.
2 Paige Roark Forward Fr.
14 Aliva Bierley Fullback Fr.
26 Hannah Ballard Forward Fr.
4 Ashley Maze Forward Fr.
3 Caitlyn Perry Halfback 8th
12 Savannah Martin Goalie/Halfback 8th
30 Kiera Nutter Halfback 8th
9 Savannah Bothman Halfback 8th
1 Sydney Dawson Forward 8th
24 Emilee Cantrell Forward 8th

Head Coach: Joseph McKay
Assistant Coach: Mindy Hickman

Mason Co. boys JV and frosh and girls JV golf teams win

The Mason County boys junior varsity and freshman teams were winners in tri-matches Tuesday night at Laurel Oaks Golf Club. Tyler Lippert and J.C. Chapman led the way with 44s.
The Lady Royals junior varsity beat North Adams by 12 shots. The Lady Royals were led by Brianna Littleton with a 53 and Jordan Frodge shot a 63.

Miller scores 24 points in UK's104-75 victory

Darius Miller scored 24 points and the University of Kentucky closed out its trip to Canada win a 104-75 exhibition victory over the University of Windsor Tuesday. Miller was 10-of-12 from the field including 3-of-4 on three-point shots. He made his only free throw and had three rebounds, three steals and two blocks.

St. Patrick Lady Saints volleyball schedule

August 17 Augusta Away 7 p.m.
August 19 Mason County Home 7 p.m.
August 24 Bracken County Away 7 p.m.
August 26 Bishop Brossart at Bracken County in All "A" Classic TBA
August 30 Deming Away 7 p.m.
September 2 Bourbon County Away 6 p.m.
September 6 Montgomery County Home 6 p.m.
September 9 Bath County Away 7 p.m.
September 14 Bracken County Home 7 p.m.
September 21 Nicholas County Away 7 p.m.
September 23 Ripley Home 7 p.m.
September 25 River City Classic at Dayton TBA
September 28 Harrison County Away 7 p.m.
September 29 Ripley Away 7 p.m.
September 30 Deming Home 7 p.m.
October 5 TBA Home 7 p.m.
October 6 Mason County Away 7 p.m.
October 7 Augusta Home 7 p.m.

Miller scores 20 points in exhibition win

Darius Miller scored 20 points in the University of Kentucky's 96-68 exhibition win over the Western University Mustangs Monday night. Miller had three dunks, three assists, five blocks and five steals. The Wildcats close out their Canadian trip today against the University of Windsor. UK beat Windsor 95-62 Sunday night.

Royals beat Harrison County by 20 strokes

The Mason County Royals beat the Harrison County Thorobreds 143-163 Monday at the Cynthiana Country Club. The score was Mason County's lowest of the season. Bradley Litzinger led the way with a 5-under-par 31. Tanner Walton shot a 34, Jackson Frame had a 38 and Tyler Lippert shot a 40. The Mason County girls junior varsity team defeated Harrison County 233-273.

Mason County Lady Royals Picture Day

Lady Royals have season best score, finish 7th in Villa Madonna Invitational

The Mason County Lady Royals had a season best score of 332 and finished in seventh place at the Villa Madonna Invitational. The field of 25 teams included six top teams from Cincinnati and seven of the top eight from Kentucky. Mason County scores include: Lauren Vice 80, Christen Cropper 81, Bridgit Morris 83, Tiara Harris 88 and Christian Arn 93.

Mason County Lady Royals volleyball schedule

August 19 St. Patrick Away 6:00/7:00

August 24 Augusta Away 6:00/7:00

September 7 Rowan County Home 6:00/7:00

September 9 Holmes Home 6:00/7:00

September 11 Montgomery County Tournament TBA

September 13 Deming Away 6:00/7:00

September 14 Holmes Away 6:00/7:00

September 22 Montgomery County Away 6:00/7:00

September 23 Augusta Home 6:00/7:00

September 27 Lewis County Away 6:00/7:00

September 30 Bracken County Away 6:00/7:00

October 5 Ashland Away 6:00/7:00

October 6 St. Patrick Home 6:00/7:00

October 7 Rowan County Away 6:00/7:00

(Home games are played at the Mason County Intermediate School)

Miller has a double-double in UK's exhibition game win

Darius Miller scored 18 points and had 12 rebounds and the University of Kentucky opened its three-game exhibition trip to Canada Sunday night by routing the University of Windsor 95-62. Miller also had four assists, two blocks and one steal. Freshman Brandon Knight led the Wildcats in scoring with 31 points. Kentucky plays Western Ontario tonight at 7 o'clock.

Deron Feldhaus wins Mason Co. Open by one shot

Deron Feldhaus sank a long downhill birdie putt on No. 18 to win the Mason County Open by one shot over Troy Grooms today at Laurel Oaks Golf Club. Feldhaus began the day with a three-shot lead over Grooms, but the two were tied after Grooms fired a 33 on the front nine including an eagle on No. 9. Grooms had a one-shot lead with two holes to play. On the par 5 17th, Feldhaus had an eagle and Grooms had a birdie and they were tied again. The birdie on No. 18 gave Feldhaus his third Mason County Open title. He also won the tournament in 1998 and 2001. Feldhaus shot a 2-under-par 70 today and had a 54-hole total of 13-under 201. Grooms fired a 68 today for a total of 202. Eric Richmond took third place at 208. Matthew Grayson shot a 6-under-66 today and ended up in fourth place at 210. Kenton Station Golf Course won the Inter-City Trophy with 24 points. Laurel Oaks Golf Club was second with 22.5 points and the Maysville Country Club was third with 13 points. Here is a list of the other flight winners and the course medalists:

First Flight

Phillip Grayson 214

Second Flight

Josh Reaves 225

Third Flight

David Francis 236

Fourth Flight

Louie Neff 251

Fifth Flight

Rick Pumpelly 271

Course Medalists

Kenton Station Golf Course

Deron Feldhaus (7-under 63)

Maysville Country Club

Troy Grooms (6-under 66)

Laurel Oaks Golf Club

Matthew Grayson (6-under 66)

Ross Smith is General Manager and Director of Golf at new course in Michigan

Maysville native Ross Smith is the General Manager and Director of Golf at The Golf Club at Harbor Shores, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course in Michigan. The Golf Club at Harbor Shores, located along the shores of Lake Michigan, opened all 18 holes on July 1. Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson and Johnny Miller played in the grand opening event- Harbor Shores Champions for a Change Golf Challenge on August 10. The 2012 and 2014 Senior PGA Championships will be played at The Golf Club of Harbor Shores. Smith served as the golf professional at the Maysville Country Club in the 1980s. He is a former champion of the Junior Chippeways and Chippeways. Here are links to The Golf Club of Harbour Shores website and Facebook page

Feldhaus has three-shot lead after two rounds of the Mason County Open

Deron Feldhaus, who began the day with a two-shot lead, shot a 4-under-par 68 today at the Maysville Country Club and has a three-shot lead after two rounds of the 16th Mason County Open. Feldhaus is 11-under for the tournament (131). Troy Grooms fired a 66 today and is in second place at 134. Eric Richmond is in the third place at 136. Eric Schumacher is in fourth place at 138. The final round will be played Sunday at Laurel Oaks Golf Club.

Championship Flight Leaderboard

Deron Feldhaus 131

Troy Grooms 134

Eric Richmond 136

Eric Schumacher 138

Josh Weber 140

Steve Grayson 142

Jason Burns 143

Joe Bigelow 143

Josh Goddard 143

Dave Grayson 144

Izzy Grayson 144

Matthew Grayson 144

Brett Walton 145

Corey Richmond 145

Royals lose to Ashland 36-14 in scrimmage

The Mason County Royals got off to a quick start but lost to the Ashland Tomcats 36-14 in a three-period scrimmage at Mason County tonight. Mason County recovered an onside kick and Josh Harris ran about 40 yards for a touchdown on the first play from scrimmage. Ashland answered with 28 consecutive points before Neal Pawsat threw a touchdown pass to Jordan Gilbert in the third period. Mason County opens the season next Friday night at Danville.

Feldhaus fires a 63, leads the Mason County Open

Deron Feldhaus shot a 7-under-par 63 today at Kenton Station Golf Course and has the lead after the first round of the 16th Mason County Open. Feldhaus, a two-time champion, had seven birdies. Josh Weber and Eric Richmond are tied for second place, two shots back. Five-time champion Eric Schumacher is three shots off the lead. Eleven golfers broke par. Defending champion Joe Bigelow and five others shot even par 70s. The second round will be played Saturday at the Maysville Country Club. The final round is Sunday at Laurel Oaks Golf Club.

Leaderboard

Deron Feldhaus 63
Josh Weber 65
Eric Richmond 65
Eric Schumacher 66
Mike Scott 67
Jason Burns 67
Josh Goddard 68
Troy Grooms 68
Matthew Grayson 69
Brett Walton 69
Wally Miller 69
Joe Bigelow 70
Izzy Grayson 70
Steve Grayson 70
Johnny Evans 70
Rex Schalch 70
Chad Mefford 70

Football scrimmage backed up to 8 p.m.

Due to the heat, the Ashland at Mason County football scrimmage tonight will start at 8 p.m. instead of 7 p.m. The tailgate party will still begin at 5 p.m. You get two chili dogs, chips, potato salad, dessert and drink for $5.00.

Mason County football Picture Day

Local high school volleyball season begins tonight

The St. Patrick and Mason County volleyball teams play their season openers tonight. The St. Patrick Lady Saints, coached by Julie McKay, host the Bourbon County Lady Colonels at 6 p.m. The Mason County Lady Royals begin their first varsity season with a home match against the Bracken County Lady Bears at 7 p.m. The Lady Royals, coached by Meredith Fraysure, will play their home matches at the Mason County Intermediate School.

16th Mason County Open is this weekend

The 16th Mason County Open begins Friday at Kenton Station Golf Course. Maysville Country Club will host the second round Saturday. The final round will be played Sunday at Laurel Oaks Golf Club. Joe Bigelow is the defending champion.

Jason Otter's School of Basketball will hold camp in Maysville August 28

Jason Otter's School of Basketball will conduct a camp at the St. Patrick Gymnasium Saturday, August 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The camp is for boys and girls in grades four through 12 and is limited to the first 50. More than 30 players have already signed up. The fee is $70. According to its website, pro trainer Jason Otter developed the Otterbasketball system that "combines modern exercise science with good old fashioned hard work." For more information or to receive an application, contact Chris Bauer at 606-584-0146. Here is a link to the Otterbasketball website.

(Edited to correct the date)

St. Patrick Saints soccer schedule

Aug. 17 Paris Home 5:30 p.m.
Aug. 19 Ashland Home 6:00 p.m.
Aug. 23 West Union Home 6:00 p.m.
Aug. 25 Noth Adams Away 5:30 p.m.
Aug. 28 Russell Away 12:00 p.m.
Aug. 31 West Carter Home 6:00 p.m.
Sept. 4 Harrison County Away 11:30 a.m.
Sept. 9 Mason County Home 5:30 p.m.
Sept. 11 Ironton St. Joseph Away 11:00 a.m.
Sept. 14 Ripley Home 4:30 p.m.
Sept. 16 Covington Latin Home 6:00 p.m.
Sept. 18 Dixie Heights Away 3:30 p.m.
Sept. 25 Fleming County Away 5:30 p.m.
Sept. 28 Calvary Christian Home 5:00 p.m.
Oct. 1 Peebles Away 5:00 p.m.
Oct. 2 Ironton St. Joseph Home 11:00 a.m.
Oct. 7 Fleming County Home 5:00 p.m.

Lady Royals shoot season low score, take 5th in Notre Dame Invitational

The Mason County Lady Royals shot a season low score of 342 and finished in fifth place in the Notre Dame Invitational today at Twin Oaks Golf and Plantation Club. Tiara Harris led the Lady Royals with a 78. Harris was seventh in the individual competition. Lauren Vice had an 85. Christen Cropper 89, Bridgit Morris 91 and Christian Arn 93.

Coach Buchanan speaks at the Maysville Rotary Club

Mason County football Coach David Buchanan was the speaker at the Maysville Rotary Club today. The Royals host Ashland for a scrimmage Friday at 7 p.m. and open the season August 20 at Danville. Push play on the Flash-based player below to hear a portion of Buchanan's comments.

Gabcast! Coach Buchanan speaker at Rotary Club #0

Royals beat Harrison County at MCC

Tanner Walton fired a 4-under-par 32 to lead the Mason County Royals to a 23-shot win over the Harrison County Thorobreds today at the Maysville Country Club. The Mason County junior varsity boys and girls teams also defeated Harrison County.

Rigg is medalist, Saints take 3rd place in Bluegrass Conference Championship tourney

St. Patrick senior Russell Rigg shot a 1-under-par 34 to claim medalist honors and the Saints took third place in the Bluegrass Conference Championship tournament today at Shady Brook Golf Club near Paris. Rigg won the tournament by seven shots.

Ludwig and Gunning win Kenton Station Ladies 2-Day Tournament

Peggy Ludwig and Kim Gunning teamed up to win the Kenton Station Golf Course Ladies 2-Day Tournament. Ludwig and Gunning shot a 70 Sunday and had a 36-hole total of 141. Lisa Houchens and Barb Kohls finished second at 143. Suzi Robinson and Rachel Herman, and 2009 champions Kelly Connor and Libby Moses tied for third place, three shots behind the winners. The other flight winners include:

First Flight
Tammy Stanfield and Bonnie Bonar 149

Second Flight
Lisa Thal and Leah Abla 151

Third Flight
Julia Meek and Jennifer Breeze 167

Fourth Flight
Jenny McNay and Bev Kline 170

St. Patrick Lady Saints soccer schedule

Aug. 16 Walton-Verona Home 6:00 p.m.
Aug. 18 Harrison County Home 6:00 p.m.
Aug. 23 West Union Home 4:30 p.m.
Aug. 28 Russell Away 2:00 p.m.
Aug. 30 Beechwood Away 5:00 p.m.
Sept. 1 Rowan County Away 6:00 p.m.
Sept. 8 Pendleton County Home 6:00 p.m.
Sept. 13 West Carter Away 6:00 p.m.
Sept. 15 Grant County Away 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 20 Scott County Away 6:00 p.m.
Sept. 22 Fleming County Home 5:00 p.m.
Sept. 23 Mason County Away 5:30 p.m.
Sept. 27 Bath County Away 5:30 p.m.
Sept. 29 Beechwood Home 5:00 p.m.
Oct. 6 Fleming County Away 5:00 p.m.
Oct. 8 Ripley Home 4:30 p.m.

Mason County girls 10 and under team photo

The Mason County Lady Royals fifth grade 10 and under basketball team with their seventh place medals at the AAU National Championship tournament at Walt Disney World. The Lady Royals went 2-1 in pool play and 3-2 in the tournament bracket. Mason County posted wins over teams from Massachusetts, Virginia, Washington D.C. Florida and New York.

Front Row (L-R): Nichole Gibbs, Whitney O'Mara, Brianna Littleton,
Courtney Bailey, Makayla Highfield
Second Row (L-R): Briana McNutt, Maddie Boone, Erika Simms, Alexa Vice,
Jordan Frodge
Back Row (L-R): Assistant Coaches Vicki O'Mara, Jeff Frodge, Jimmie
Campbell and Head Coach Brian "Rabbit" Littleton

Mason Co. 10 & under girls take 7th place at AAU National Championship

The Mason County Lady Royals fifth grade 10 and under basketball team took seventh place at the AAU National Championship by forfeit today at Walt Disney World. Mason County's opponent, Queens Express from New York, was a no show. Boston Showstoppers, the team that beat Mason County in the Elite 8, won the National Championship.

Coach David Buchanan's comments following intrasquad scrimmage

Lady Royals 2nd, Royals 4th in golf tourneys

The Mason County Lady Royals finished second in the Mason County Invitational Tournament at the Maysville Country Club, while the Royals took fourth place in the Bath County Invitational Tournament at Old Silo Golf Course in Mt. Sterling today. The Lady Royals were led by Christian Arn who tied for third place with an 85. The Royals were led by Jackson Frame with a 75.

Mason Co. girls 10 and under team falls to Virginia Hurricanes 26-23

The Mason County Lady Royals fifth grade 10 and under basketball team lost to the Virginia Hurricanes 26-23 in the AAU National Championship tournament this afternoon. The Lady Royals were outscored 10-1 at the free throw line. Mason County will close out tournament play Friday at 12:30 p.m. vs. Queens Express from New York in the seventh place game.

MC- O'Mara 10, Frodge 5, Boone 3, Simms 2, Vice 2, McNutt 1

Kids and adults turnout for Coach Calipari's camp

Young basketball players honed their skills and adult fans looked on as University of Kentucky men's basketball Coach John Calipari brought his Satellite Camp to the Mason County Fieldhouse for the second straight year this morning. Calipari also talked to the press. Push play on the Flash-based player below to hear his comments about junior swingman Darius Miller.
Gabcast! Coach Cal talks about Darius Miller at Mason Co. Camp #0

Mason Co. 10 & under girls lose to Boston Stoppers 34-21

The Mason County Lady Royals fifth grade 10 under and basketball team was knocked out of the winners bracket in the AAU National Championship tournament with a 34-21 loss to the Boston Showstoppers this morning. The Lady Royals are now in a four-team tournament to determine fifth through eight place. Mason County plays the Virginia Hurricanes today at 1:50 p.m.

MC-O' Mara 7, Vice 4, Littleton 2, McNutt 2, Simms 2, Bailey 2, Frodge 2

Photos from Coach Calipari's camp at The Fieldhouse

Mason Co. 10 and under girls advance to Elite Eight of National Championship

The Mason County Lady Royals fifth grade 10 and under girls basketball team advanced to the Elite Eight of the AAU National Championship tournament with a 28-20 victory over OEB Rampage Remix from Florida this afternoon. The Lady Royals play Boston Showstoppers from Massachusetts Thursday at 8:30 a.m.

MC- O'Mara 6, Boone 6, Highfield 5, McNutt 4, Vice 3, Simms 2, Gibbs 2

74 play in Bryan Conway Memorial Junior Golf Tournament. Litzinger and Cropper 15-16 division winners

Seventy-four young golfers braved the heat and humidity today to play in the Annual Bryan Conway Memorial Junior Golf Tournament at Kenton Station Golf Course. Bradley Liztinger fired a two-under-par 68 to win the boys' 15-16 division. Christen Cropper won the girls' 15-16 division with a nine-hole total of even par 36. The Katie DeSpain Award was presented to Holly Hart. Here are the top finishers in each age division:

Boys 15-16 (18 holes)
1. Bradley Litzinger 68
2. Lane Weaver 71
3. Tanner Walton 72
4. Malachi Evans 73

Girls 15-16 (9 holes)
1. Christen Cropper 36
2. Kristen Smith 38
3. Haley Hart 41
4. Brianna Aulick 42

Boys 13-14 (9 holes)
1. Jackson Frame 33
2. Shawn Moulis 38
3. Mason Sargent 40*
4. Brandon Hamm 40

Girls 13-14 (9 holes)
1. Lauren Vice 39
2. Maggie Miles 43
3. Christian Arn 44
4. Madison Steele 48

Girls 11-12 (9 holes)
1. Mackenzie Moore 60
2. Morgan Robb 70
3. Elizabeth Steele 71
4. Holly Hart 76

Boys 9-10 (7 holes)
1. Elijah McCarty 31*
2. Jordan Hughes 31
3. Boston Robinson 37
4. Bryan Walton 40*

Girls 9-10 (7 holes)
1. Sarah Fite 35
2. Hadley Price 52

* Denotes won a playoff

Mason Co. 10 & under girls win first round game

The Mason County Lady Royals fifth grade 10 and under basketball team defeated Matrix Green of Washington D.C. 29-10 this morning in the first round of the AAU National Championship tournament at Walt Disney World. Mason County advances to the round of 16 and plays OEB Rampage Remix from Florida today at 1:50 p.m.

MC- Gibbs 6, Littleton 5, Boone 5, O'Mara 4, Vice 3, Simms 2, Bailey 2, Frodge 2

(Edited to correct individual scoring)

Lady Royals win second straight golf tournament

The Mason County Lady Royals won their second tournament in as many days with a two-shot victory over Boyle County today at the Rowan County Invitational Tournament at Eagle Trace Golf Course. The Lady Royals were led by Lauren Vice with an 80. She was the second runner-up in the individual competition. Christian Arn was the fourth runner-up with an 81. Tiara Harris and Christen Cropper had 91s and Bridgit Morris shot a 93.

Mason Co. girls 10 and under team loses to Tennessee team 31-16

The Mason County Lady Royals fifth grade 10 and under basketball team lost to Music City Magic from Tennessee 31-16 today in pool play of the AAU National Championship tournament at Walt Disney World. Mason County goes 2-1 in pool play and moves into the tournament bracket as a No. 2 seed. The Lady Royals play No. 3 seed Matrix-Green from Washington D.C. Wednesday at 8:30 a.m.

MC- Littleton 5, O'Mara 3, Gibbs 3, Simms 2, Vice 2, McNutt 1

Russell Rigg wins Catholic Classic Golf Championship

Russell Rigg won the Diocese of Covington's Catholic Classic Golf Championship Monday at Hickory Sticks Golf Club in Campbell County. Rigg fired a one-under-par 70 and won by eight shots. St. Patrick finished sixth in the team competition. The tournament included all of the Catholic high schools in the Diocese. Other members of the St. Patrick golf team include Harrison Applegate, Thomas Purdon and William McKay. The Saints are back in action Thursday in the Bath County Invitational at Old Silo Golf Course in Mt. Sterling.

(Photo: Russell Rigg and St. Patrick Coach Jimmy Purdon)

Frame leads Royals to season-opening win

Freshman Jackson Frame was the tournament medalist with a 76 and lead the Mason County Royals to a 17-shot win in the Beechwood Invitational Monday at Fort Mitchell Country Club.

Junior Bradley Litzinger was the second runner-up with a 79. Junior Tanner Walton shot an 83. Sophomore Dee Hampton had a 94, and Seventh grader Tyler Lippert shot a 95.

Lady Royals win Beechwood Invitational by 23 shots

The Mason County Lady Royals opened the season with a 23-shot victory at the Beechwood Invitational Monday at Fort Mitchell Country Club. Senior Tiara Harris led the Lady Royals with an 81. She was the runner-up in the individual competition. Freshman Lauren Vice was the fourth runner-up with an 87. Senior Bridgit Morris shot a 91. Seventh grader Christian Arn had a 92 and Junior Christen Cropper shot a 94.

Mason County boys' soccer schedule

Aug. 17 Fleming Co. Home 5:30
Aug. 21 Carroll Co. Away 12:00 (JV Also)
Aug. 24 Peebles Home 5:30
Aug. 26 Fleming Co. Away 5:30
Aug. 28 Walton-Verona Away 12:00 (JV Also)
Aug. 30 Ripley DH Away 7:00
Aug. 31 Montgomery Co. Home 5:30 (JV Also)
Sept. 2 Cov. Latin Home 5:30 (JV Also)
Sept. 7 Rowan Co. Home 5:30 (JV Also)
Sept. 9 St. Patrick Away 5:30
Sept. 14 East Carter DH Away 7:30
Sept. 16 Owen Co. Away 5:30 (JV Also)
Sept. 17-19 Colonel Classic at Bourbon Co. Away TBA
Sept. 21 West Union DH Away 6:00
Sept. 23 Cov. Latin Away 5:30 (JV Also)
Sept. 28 Harrison Co. Away (JV Also)
Sept. 29 Bath Co. Home 6:00
Oct. 5 West Union DH Home 5:30
Oct. 6 Paris Home 5:30

Mason Co. girls fifth grade 10 & under team 2-0 in pool play

The Mason County Lady Royals fifth grade 10 and under basketball team is 2-0 in pool play after a 36-15 victory over L.E.A.D. Believers of Virginia in the AAU National Championship tournament at Walt Disney World this afternoon. The Lady Royals' next game is Tuesday at 5:50 p.m. vs. Music City Magic of Tennessee.

MC- Frodge 12, McNutt 6, Littleton 4, O'Mara 4, Boone 4, Simms 2, Gibbs 2, Vice 2

Mason Co. girls 10 & under team wins opening game at AAU National Championship

The Mason County Lady Royals fifth grade 10 and under basketball team won its opening game in pool play at the AAU National Championship tournament at Walt Disney World this morning. The Lady Royals, coached by Brian "Rabbit" Littleton defeated VBC from Massachusetts 31-18. Mason County plays L.E.A.D. Believers from Virginia today at 3:10 p.m.

MC- Boone 12, Littleton 5, Vice 4, Frodge 4, O'Mara 2, Simms 2, Highfield 2

6 p.m. today is the deadline to sign-up for the Bryan Conway Memorial Junior Golf Tournament

6 p.m. today is the deadline to sign-up for the Bryan Conway Memorial Junior Golf Tournament. The tournament, for boys and girls ages 9-16, will be played Wednesday at Kenton Station Golf Course. Call 606-759-7154 to sign-up.