Lakers Earn 20-Stroke Victory Over Barren County

August 20, 2026 WJRS Staff Local Sports

The Russell County Laker boys’ golf team picked up a 20-stroke victory over Barren County Thursday evening at Lakewood Country Club.

The Lakers finished with a team score of 155, while Barren County shot a 175.

Gabe Browning led Russell County with a 35, followed by Grider Selby with a 38, Josiah Dudgeon with a 40, and Grant Wilson and Gavin Campbell each with a 42.

The Lakers return to the course Saturday for the Pulaski County Golf Invitational at Eagles Nest Country Club in Somerset. (photo courtesy of Lindsey Wilson Gosser)

Community Conversation 8-19
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.
Community Conversation 8-18
Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.
Community Conversation 8-17
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.
Community Conversation 8-12
Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.
Community Conversation 8-10
Jeff Hoover talks with Kristina Burton of the Russell County Public Library about the upcoming grand opening of The Green, including the new Bank of Jamestown Pavilion, community events, and opportunities for families. They also discuss the library’s returning homework help program, teen advisory board, book clubs, and other ways the library is serving the Russell County community.