Slow Motion Replay: A salute to ‘yesteryear’ and the great coaches from ‘way back,’ stand and cheer for Ralph Mills and Preston Ty Holland @murrayhighFB, @MurrayTigers, @MurrayQBClub, @HopHighTigers, @HopkAthletics, @minguabeefjerky, @bigassfans, @khsaafootball, @KyHighFootball

May 6, 2025 Fletcher Long 3

I remember when I was a lawyer every town, no matter how small, had a big-timer amongst its people “before the bar.” There are hometown heroes in every small high school and there are former “greats” tied to every football program across the commonwealth. Today, we salute two coaches of whom you possibly have never heard but two guys (nevertheless) who had a ton to do with the programs which still exist and compete today. Ralph Mills was a guy for Hoptown in the 40s on an incredible “heater” and Preston “Ty” Holland won Murray its first title and the stadium is named for him. Enjoy this feature about two men who deserve being remembered and honored.

Friday Night Fletch

Recognizing a Lost State Championship

December 20, 2017 Fletcher Long 5

The earliest I have seen KHSAA State Championship recognition bestowed is 1959. There were only three classifications in 1959 and the 1A State Champion was Lynch East Main, the 2A State Champion was Henderson, and the 3A State Champion was duPont Manual. That doesn’t mean teams weren’t considered State Champions […]

Hold that Tiger…!

June 27, 2017 Fletcher Long 2

While I am tipping the hat to top High School programs in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, it hardly seems fair that I should omit my Alma Mater, Hopkinsville High School. Hopkinsville High School is the 12th winningest program in KHSAA history, coming in with a career mark of 650-476-33. Coach Fleming […]