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Grace Mbugua came to Danville Christian Academy from her native Kenya as a sixth-grader and has become a standout player who also stands on her faith. (Danville Christian Academy photo)

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A most extraordinary ‘Baby’

By MIKE MARSEE Contributing Writer   How well do you know Grace Mbugua? If you follow high school basketball, you probably know that Mbugua is ... Read more

by Mike Marsee, Wednesday, March 5, 2025 12:59 pm

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MR. FOOTBALL BREAKING STORY Boyle’s Quisenberry named Kentucky Mr. Football

Montavin Quisenberry, the dynamic player who made big plays from multiple positions for Boyle County, has been named the winner of the 2024 Kentucky Mr. ... Read more

by Mike Marsee, Tuesday, December 17, 2024 6:12 pm

Cash Harney (2) of Covington Catholic gets to the outside as Boyle County defender Gage Feltner gives chase during the second quarter Friday. Harney rushed for 234 yards on 32 attempts.

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Boyle’s dreams, streaks come to sudden end with loss to CovCat

A season unlike any other at Boyle County ended with a most unlikely defeat. Nearly a year’s worth of work, several significant accomplishments and most ... Read more

by Mike Marsee, Monday, November 25, 2024 1:53 pm

Grace Mbugua, center, and her Danville Christian teammates give the “L’s up” sign as they pose for a photo Tuesday during a signing ceremony celebrating her commitment to play basketball for Louisville.

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DCA’s Mbugua celebrates signing with Louisville with family near and far

It was a family affair even with hardly any family there. Grace Mbugua was surrounded by loved ones as she marked the next step in ... Read more

by Mike Marsee, Thursday, November 21, 2024 1:20 pm

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Boyle off the mark but on to quarterfinals with 47-6 win

Justin Haddix wasn’t the only one who saw it. The Boyle County coach’s voice certainly carries the most weight, but he was not alone in ... Read more

by Mike Marsee, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 2:34 pm

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Danville passing game improves in loss to Breathitt

The Danville passing game produced one of its best performances of the season but was unable to produce any points Friday as the Admirals fell ... Read more

by Mike Marsee, Wednesday, October 30, 2024 12:10 pm

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Rebs capture district crown

You couldn’t miss the cheers. As Boyle County wrapped up another district championship and continued its march toward the postseason with another one-sided win Friday, ... Read more

by Mike Marsee, Monday, October 28, 2024 5:34 pm

Boyle County Sports

Boyle rolls to third straight district volleyball title

Winning a district championship is always something to celebrate. Winning one this way is also something to build on. Boyle County defeated Garrard County in ... Read more

by Mike Marsee, Monday, October 28, 2024 5:30 pm

Danville Christian Academy

DCA’s Mbugua at peace with commitment to Louisville

When Grace Mbugua walked off the Rupp Arena court in March, she didn’t know her life had changed. The Danville Christian standout didn’t know that ... Read more

by Mike Marsee, Thursday, October 24, 2024 3:25 pm

Boyle County Sports

Boyle buries Lincoln for 28th straight victory

A game that began badly for Boyle County got better in a hurry. The Rebels were victimized by an onside kick at their start of ... Read more

by Mike Marsee, Tuesday, October 22, 2024 2:39 pm

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