Walton-Verona wins 8th Region All “A” Classic baseball title without giving up a hit in three games
By Terry Boehmker
NKyTribune sports reporter
Walton-Verona won the 8th Region All “A” Classic baseball tournament without giving up a hit in three consecutive games.
The Bearcats defeated Trimble County, 13-1, in the championship game on Thursday behind a no-hitter by sophomore Evan Kerns....
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Covington issues its first ‘annual report,’ From Opportunities to Action, touting terrific 2020 growth
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Walton-Verona wins 8th Region All “A” Classic baseball title without giving up a hit in three games
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Walton-Verona won the 8th Region All “A” Classic baseball tournament without giving up a hit in three consecutive games. The Bearcats defeated Trimble... - More »
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