Harlan High School 1991-1995 The leading scorer in Harlan High School history, Charles Thomas, three time all-stater, brought back memories of former Harlan High School greats. Charles led the Green Dragons to a number one state ranking and Sweet 16 appearance in 1995. He was named … [Read more...] about Charles Thomas
William Falls
Hopkinsville Attucks High School 1935-1967 “He would do anything to help young people,” was one of the statements that described Coach Falls. He became the head coach of Hopkinsville Attucks in 1935 and amassed over 500 wins before consolidation into Hopkinsville High School. He led … [Read more...] about William Falls
Nell Fookes
Boone County High School 1985-2015 “Nobody ever drowned in sweat,” was a motto of Coach Fookes. Recognized as a high-energy coach, her intensity was contagious, and her teams showed it. During her 30-year career, she amassed nine (9) KHSAA State Tournament appearances with two (2) of her … [Read more...] about Nell Fookes
Curtis Turley
Henderson County High School 1976-2011 Compiling a record of 624 – 321, Curtis spent 32 seasons in the Kentucky high school basketball coaching ranks. His win total ranks in the top 15 of the KHSAA state’s all-time coaching list. It’s clear his passion has been the teaching and coaching of … [Read more...] about Curtis Turley
Irene Moore
Breathitt County High School 1975-1978 Irene led her Lady Bobcats to the KHSAA State Tournament in 1977 and 1978. With a runner-up finish in the 1978 KHSAA State Tournament, she was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament. An extremely active player on the court, her … [Read more...] about Irene Moore
Robin Harmon
Sheldon Clark High School 1974-1978 Robin adds to the footsteps of the many great players that have come out of Eastern Kentucky. She led her Sheldon Clark Cards to a 96-8 record during her playing career earning all-state honors three consecutive years. In addition, she also led her team to … [Read more...] about Robin Harmon
Sammy Moore
Central High School 1949-1952 Sammy Moore was a star for Louisville Central in the Kentucky High School Athletic League. He earned all-district, all-region and all-state honors three consecutive years. He led Central to the 1952 National Negro Tournament Championship where he was named the … [Read more...] about Sammy Moore
Charles Hurt
Shelby County High School 1976-1979 A body that looked like it was chiseled out of granite, at 6’6” and 215 pounds, Charles’ physical stature was part of his success. He was a natural with a lot of talent, but his focus was always on the “team”. Leading the Shelby County Rockets to the … [Read more...] about Charles Hurt