James Collier

Mar 17, 2025 | ashlandbeacon.com | James Collier

Seven in a Row!!Ashland Makes History with Region TitleBY JAMES COLLIERFOR THE ASHLAND BEACONBoyd County led Ashland, 47-46 with 2:41 to play in the 16th Region championship Tuesday night at Johnson Arena. That’s when Ashland coach Ryan Bonner turned to something he told his team before the game in the final media timeout. “I don’t need overachievers, I need over believers,” Bonner said. “Everybody has to believe in each other that we are going to get the stop we need.

Jan 14, 2025 | ashlandbeacon.com | James Collier

Midseason ReportAshland, Boyd, Fleming, Rowan Top Teams in 16thBY JAMES COLLIERFOR THE ASHLAND BEACONWhen Mother Nature flexes, sometimes all one can do is sit and wait. That is the situation for many teams across the Commonwealth after a massive winter storm postponed and cancelled numerous games, leaving teams anxious for the return to the hardwood against an opponent that is not comprised of their teammates.

Nov 30, 2024 | herald-dispatch.com | James Collier

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Raceland has a clear-cut recipe for postseason football. “Any time you pitch a shutout, you can’t lose,” Raceland coach Michael Salmons said with a grin.

Oct 15, 2024 | ashlandbeacon.com | James Collier

Raceland Rams Make History with 600th WinProof That “It's Different Here” In RacelandBy James CollierFor the Ashland Beacon  Longevity and success are not words that are often uttered in today’s society. However, Raceland football has shown it has a recipe for both.

Apr 15, 2024 | herald-dispatch.com | Tim Stephens |Zack Klemme |William Adams |James Collier

ASHLAND — Kaylynn Carter crossed the line. The yellow line in the center of the road beyond the left-field fence of Ashland’s softball field, that is. The Wheelersburg junior smashed a solo home run there Saturday afternoon to help the Pirates (4-1) defeat Cabell Midland 5-3 in the eighth Tri-State Showcase at Ashland on Saturday. Carter went 2 for 4 with three runs batted in and was the winning pitcher in the showdown of area powers.