Stroke

Cedric Geouge is not the typical Eagle Scout. In September 2007, the then-17-year-old Geouge was a college freshman who had just returned from a Boy Scout trip to England. He was almost ready to have his Eagle Scout project approved and completed when he was hospitalized in October with a heart infection. Following emergency surgery, he had a stroke with massive bleeding that left him severely paralyzed and caused brain damage, leaving him unable to speak. After spending five months at different hospitals, he was released to come home in March 2008.

Kevin Lawson withstood the heat of 90+ degree temperatures and the heat of his competition to claim a third Homer Profitt Memorial Invitational title at Dix River Country Club Sunday. The Mt. Sterling golfer, who finished third last year, put together two strong days of play to regain the title, shooting a 7-under-par 135 (66-69) for a two-stroke victory. “I played really solid,” said Lawson. “I made one bogey in two days. I bogeyed 13 today but, other than that, I played about as good as I can play.

BURNSIDE – Lincoln County High School senior Korey Coleman saw her high school golf career come to a close Monday at Burnside. Coleman, an eight-year member of the team, shot an 85 to lead Lincoln in the Girls’ Region 9 Golf Tournament at General Burnside Island State Park, but it would not be enough to earn the Lady Pat golfer a return trip to state as she missed the cut by one stroke. “I know she’s disappointed and I’m disappointed for her,” said Lincoln assistant coach Kevin Bandura.

I just must share something very special with you. I have experienced what could be called a "defining moment" and the utter and simple joy of it brought tears to my eyes. After about a month off from physical therapy at Drayers, I felt all my hard work there for eight months was lessening. You'd be amazed at how good it is for your body to exercise correctly -under supervision - 2 1/2 hours every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Your aches and pains get better, your stamina increases and even your attitude about the importance of it all gives you the determination to work at it. So, the realization I was back sliding - plus new hip and knee pain - sent me right back to Drayers - something I was delighted to do. Most of my recent problems stemmed from having a stroke a year ago this month.

Dear Editor, With a stroke of pen, one of our leaders can indebt the entire nation and generations to come. With a stroke of a pen, he can have me thrown in jail for my beliefs. With a stroke of a pen, he can send me to war. With a stroke of a pen, he can take my money. The relationship between him and his ink of judgment is detrimental to my life, your life and the next generation's life. He can do any of these actions with a big silly grin on his face and wouldn't feel a thing.

Neither overcast skies nor rain could dampen Kevin Lawson's spirits as he neared the finish of his first Homer Profitt Invitational win. A succession of 25 pars and eight birdies, with just one bogey thrown in, had the Stanton golfer smiling and feeling confident in his play, sitting three strokes in front at 7-under-par as he approached the final two holes at Dix River Country Club Sunday. But Lawson would endure a rather shaky and wet finish to the 36-hole tournament. As he approached the 17th tee, the clouds that had loomed all day Sunday, unleashed a downpour.

0-50 cc Dirt bike 4-stroke: Chris Phillips, first; Zachary Hazlett, second; Hansen Calfee, third. Dirt bike 2-stroke: Rafe Shelton, first; Resse Smith, second. ATV: Isaiah Walter, first. 51-80 cc Dirt bike: Rafe Shelton, first. ATV: Reese Smith, first. 81-100 cc Dirt bike: Rafe Shelton. 81-125 cc ATV and 125 Dirt bike: Reese Smith. 250 2-stroke dirt bike: Nick Woodrum. 4-stroke ATV stock: Tyler Young.

Eddy Burrus of Nicholasville shot a hole-in-one Nov. 28 at Connemara Golf Couse. The ace came on hole No. 2 a 129-yard par 3. The stroke was hit with a 7-iron and witnessed by Chuck Burrus and Yank Tennak.

On Wednesday, emergency personnel conducted two local transfers and seven out-of-town transfers. They also responded to two respiratory cases, one diabetic case, four general medical calls, one stroke, one cardiac case and three engine assists.

LEXINGTON - Kyle Wiltjer doesn't mind starting. He also doesn't mind coming off the bench. Either way, he just wants to contribute to his team's success on the court. In a last-minute change of plans, Kentucky coach John Calipari opted against starting Wiltjer against Lipscomb on Saturday, and the sophomore guard delivered. Wiltjer recorded his first career collegiate double-double with 23 points and 12 rebounds in the Wildcats' 88-50 rout at Rupp Arena. It was Wiltjer's second 20-point game this season and the third of his career.

STANFORD - There may be better days ahead for the Lincoln County boys golf team, but Tuesday wasn't such a bad day. Sure, the scores could have been lower, and the Patriots believe they will be in time. But those scores were good enough to give the Patriots their first win of the young season, a nine-stroke victory over Boyle County at Dix River Country Club. “I think our best is still yet to come,” coach David Ledford said. “We'll feel like we're playing pretty good if we're down in the low 160s.

Residents in and around Danville can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke or bone fracture. First Church of God will host Life Line Screening Aug. 22 at 3220 Harrodsburg Road. Four key points every person needs to know: Stroke is the third leading cause of death and a leading cause of permanent disability. 80 percent of stroke victims had no apparent warning signs prior to their stroke. Preventive ultrasound screenings can help you avoid a stroke. Screenings are fast, noninvasive, painless, affordable and convenient.

Laura McQueen shot a match-low 38 Monday to lead Casey County to a 176-178 win over Boyle County at Old Bridge. Samantha Stewart led Boyle with a personal-best 39. “Coach (Sharon) Beasley and I are pleased with the scores we saw this evening in our first match of the season,”¿Boyle coach Sandy Waters said. “We had a mixture of varsity and jayvee players for this match and saw some good shots by both. The Casey County players were ready to play. “Coach Sarah Christian is doing a fantastic job with the program.

FORT WAYNE, Ind. - J.B. Williams of Danville and Ariya Jutanugarn of Thailand both tied Sycamore Hills Golf Club competitive course records and grabbed opening-round leads Tuesday at the 37th Junior PGA Championship. Williams had a two-stroke lead in the boys' division after an opening-round 7-under-par 65. Jutanugarn, the defending champion in the girls' division, grabbed a one-stroke lead after a 66. The 72-hole championship, being staged for the third consecutive year at Sycamore Hills, features a 54-hole cut to the low 30 boys and 30 girls, including ties, following the third round of play on Thursday.

Paxton Mahan used three birdies midway through the final round to grab a share of the lead and steadied his way home, edging out Justin Charles by one stroke to claim the Winchester Country Club Stroke Play Championship. Mahan returned scores of 70-70 for a total of 140, while Charles scored 68-73 and fired a 141. Finishing a distant third was Ryan Midden (75-72 - 147), followed by Ronnie Snowden, Jr. (77-71 - 148). Fifth went to George Rogers Clark golfer Blake Cartwright (74-75 - 149)

- From Friday through Tuesday, emergency personnel conducted five local transfers and five out-of-town transfers. They also responded to two general medical calls, one diabetic case, one stroke, two falls, two motor vehicle accidents, one overdose and one engine assist.