This story originally appeared in the Feb. 24 edition of the weekly LINK Reader. To get these stories first, subscribe here. Bret Guy’s eyes were locked in on the ground. His hands juggled the beanbag up and down, feeling the individual resin pellets through the fabric with his fingertips. He took three steps forward and […]
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Holtman, Johnson carry the torch to keep Ryle’s flame burning
When Maddie Scherr was named a McDonald’s All-American in 2020, it was yet another first in a series of unprecedented achievements for Ryle girls’ basketball. It had an impact on the younger players in the program, like current seniors Abby Holtman and Austin Johnson. “I do (remember that) because when (Scherr) got it, her mom […]
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Damar Hamlin showing ‘remarkable improvement’
Written by WCPO’s Taylor Weiter and Christian LeDuc Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin has shown “remarkable improvement over the past 24 hours,” the Buffalo Bills said in a tweet. According to the team, doctors at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center said he is still in critical condition, but he has demonstrated that he appears […]
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Rich Strike’s Derby-winning jockey in Newport raising money for late priest’s charity
Less than two weeks after riding longshot Rich Strike to a shocking victory in the Kentucky Derby, jockey Sonny Leon visited JerZee’s Pub & Grill on Monmouth Street in Newport Wednesday to meet fans and sign autographs. The event raised money for charity benefitting racetrack workers. Leon, who rode Rich Strike at 80-to-1 odds, charged […]
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Hopes dim for legal sports betting in Kentucky
With Friday marking the last day for a full session, little time and optimism are left for legalized sports betting in Kentucky. Local Rep. Adam Koenig’s (R-Erlanger) bill, House Bill 606, aims to legalize and regulate sports wagering, online poker, and regulate daily fantasy sports. It would also create a 9.75% tax on the adjusted […]
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UK’s Calipari, Barnhart Testify in Frankfort about Name, Image, and Likeness Bill
Written by Mark Payne, LINK nky politics and government reporter Senate Bill 6 — the name, image, and likeness (NIL) bill — passed a special meeting of the Senate Education committee Feb. 9. But it wasn’t without fanfare: University of Kentucky Basketball coach John Calipari and Athletic Director Mitch Barnhart testified to the committee. Kentucky college […]
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Dan Weber: Defending Champs Highlands Stumbles Against Physical Lloyd
Dan Weber writes a sports column for The River City News. Contact him at dweber3440@aol.com. Only four other basketball teams in Northern Kentucky history have been asked to handle the challenge Kevin Listerman’s Highlands Bluebirds face this season. Defend a state basketball title. It’s not easy even if you can play fast and shoot it […]
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Souper Bowl Food Drive to Honor Bengals, Collect Items for NKU FUEL
The Bengals’ historic Super Bowl appearance has given companies a unique opportunity for philanthropic endeavors. Italian company Prysmian Group (formerly General Cable), which operates in the energy and telecommunication systems industry, and which has its North American operations in Highland Heights, announced the Souper Bowl Food Drive. The Souper Bowl has a goal of collecting […]
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“Who Deyton” Holding Pre-Super Bowl Party on Saturday
Who Deyton – the Campbell County city more commonly known as Dayton before adopting the battle cry of the Cincinnati Bengals – continues its Bengals celebrations with a pre-Super Bowl party where the Bengals’ mascot will even be in attendance. The kick-off party will be at Monument Park from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, […]
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Dan Weber: Time for NKU-Thomas More Regular Basketball Series?
Dan Weber writes a sports column for LINK nky. Reach him via email at dweber3440@aol.com. Photos from the NKU men’s basketball game, posted in the slideshow below, were produced by LINK nky photographer Brian Frey. Northern Kentucky’s four college basketball teams – men and women – have had things pretty much going their way in recent […]
