Northern Kentucky Sports Chronicle

  (This column was originally published on May 9, 2020) ------ T he nickname seemed perfect. Just like the squad that appeared destined for a historic finish to a mind-boggling season of absolute perfection.  The Supernaturals. That’s the nickname. It’s the only way to describe what was happening in 2005, when Northern Kentucky University’s softball team owned a 55-0 record. The Norse had shattered every collegiate softball record for winning streaks and unbeaten starts. They’d also captured the Great Lakes Valley Conference title and the regional championship. No team in collegiate softball history had ever finished unbeaten and national champions. NKU, though, was sprinting toward perfection and the NCAA title. “This was a special group of players — ones you are so fortunate to have had the privilege to coach,” recalled former NKU head coach Kathy Stewart. “They drove the bus, I just gave them the keys.” Now, after dispatching St. Mary’s (Texas) by a 3-0 score in the second ...

  (This article was originally published on Aug. 12, 2021) The countdown is at eight. To be more precise, eight days until the official start of the 2021 football season in Kentucky. That’s a sweet number for players, coaches and fans around Kentucky, where the campaign kicks off on Aug. 20. But there are plenty of other numbers to keep an eye on as the season approaches. Here’s a look at what’s going on around the state — particularly in Northern Kentucky — when it comes to the numbers game for 2021. (Click link below for entire article) https://online.fliphtml5.com/hfocp/zwka/#p=1