The 2008-09 year was one of if not the best in Morehead State athletics history with numerous awards, NCAA and OVC Tournament appearances, and a success rate on the field unmatched by any other year in MSU history. The athletics department proudly presents this annual report as a testament to the success the department achieved during this banner year. The report highlights each individual programs' successes and awards and also hightlights MSU's achievements in academics as well as a look ahead to 2009-10.
Nearly every team advanced to the OVC Tournament and the men's basketball and soccer teams made appearances in the NCAA Tournament as well as rifle team member Elizabeth Lyon participating in the NCAA smallbore championship.
In addition, the department saw a plethora of student-athletes receiving academic awards, including academic all-district and academic all-american honors. The football team placed 47 student-athletes on the PFL academic honor roll.
Morehead State placed fourth in the first OVC Commissioner's Cup race and was only mere points away from winning the trophy.
Our hope is that you enjoy this report, and that 2009-10 will be another tremendous year in MSU athletics history.
Rowan County Sports
MSU Athletic Department presents the 2008-09 Year in Review
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Lady Vikings roll Menifee, ready for Ashland
After Menifee County gave Rowan County a run for their money a couple of weeks ago, there was no messing around in Friday night’s home rematch.
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Rowan catches fire against East
As a struggling East Carter squad entered the Vikings domain Friday night, not many expected to see the Raiders give Rowan much of a game.
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Falcons fly high against Winchester
It was a big night offensively for Lakeside’s boys varsity basketball as they put up big numbers against big numbers against visiting Winchester Christian Academy, winning, 81-67.
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Lakeside girls win big in Lexington
At 17-1, the Lady Falcons are currently riding a six-game winning streak following its win on the road Saturday against Trinity Christian Academy, 47-18.
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7th and 8th Vikings advance in OVC
Following big home wins to cap off the regular season against Russell on Thursday, the middle school Vikings continued its sweet success.
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In The Post: VIDEO - Viking senior night exclusive
The Rowan County Vikings had a successful senior night as they defeated the Fleming County Panthers 75-64 on Monday.
Following the game, The Morehead News spoke with the Viking seniors about the win.
Click headline for video.
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Viking seniors celebrate with Panther hunt
A pre-game ceremony marked the accomplishments of four years of hard work, determination and accomplishments for Rowan County basketball’s senior players, Adam Wing, D.J. Townsend, Phillip Hodge and Jason Egan.
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Lady Viking seniors sail away with win
Rowan County celebrated its seniors with a girls/boys doubleheader against Fleming County on Monday night. The Lady Vikings were up first, as they held on for the win despite a late comeback effort by the Lady Panthers, winning 65-58.
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In the Post: Coach Baldridge visits Baltimore
Former Morehead State football coach Bill Baldridge is a man of many friends, travels and talents. Baldridge holds a high school state championship, a Kentucky high school coach of the year honor and has even coached some of the game’s greatest players, such as NFL legend Phil Simms.
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Hughes signs with Georgetown
It is every high school athlete's dream to play at the next level. For Viking senior kicker Rhett Hughes, this was a dream that came true as he signed on Thursday afternoon to handle field goal and kickoff duties for Georgetown College.
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