Dominique Yates
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Sports reporter for WLKY | A kid from Central City | My life matters | Romans 8:31 | IG: @ Mr_DYates
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"I don't want you doubting me because I don't have legs.”
Moore eight grader Josiah Johnson was born without legs, but it doesn’t stop him from playing basketball. The game he loves.
@MustangsHoops_
@THEMCMSPORTS
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A powerful moment happened on 26th and Broadway when family went to see the body of David McAtee.
The crowd was silent, except for one woman.
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Lamar Jackson throwing touchdowns in Louisville like old times.
A day these kids in west Louisville will never forget.
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Lamar Jackson, Teddy Bridgewater and Rajon Rondo receive keys to the city of Louisville.
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Kansas State coach Jerome Tang after the win over Kentucky:
"We had more dudes than they did today."
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Kentucky Derby 2019 on the left. Kentucky Derby 2020 on the right.
Same spot, 1 year and 4 months later.
Think I like the one on the right better.
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Kenny Payne on the state of Kentucky: "This is a basketball state."
John Calipari: "Be careful."
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A photo was circulating on social media with Denny Crum drawing up plays for Chris Mack, which Mack said was on attacking Syracuse's 2-3 zone.
When coach Crum was asked about that today, his response was priceless.
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One thing you can never question about volleyball coach Travis Hudson...his love for Western Kentucky.
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Kenny Payne on the Louisville job:
“You don’t get these opportunities very often.”
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A year ago, I made the decision to lose weight and live a healthier life.
I wasn't sure where this journey would take me and it hasn't been easy, but I've managed to lose nearly 90 pounds.
I stepped out of my comfort zone to share why and how I did it.
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“Let me introduce you to high school basketball in Indiana.
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Excited to officially announce that I have moved to Louisville and have accepted a position as a Multimedia Journalist/Sports Reporter with the Courier Journal!
Thrilled to joined the team.
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I’m happy to announce I had my first mint julep.
I’m also happy to announce I’ve had my last mint julep.
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You've seen these Louisville football coaches get fired up before the game, but it's even bigger when the team makes big plays on the field.
This was the reaction when the Cardinals drove it down the field and got a touchdown from Javian Hawkins.
That's pure passion.
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Nice gesture from WKU coach Rick Stansbury after the game. A woman and her kids from Owensboro arrived late to Diddle Arena thinking the game was starting at 2pm, so coach invited the family into the locker room to meet players and made sure she got tickets for Tuesday's game.
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Kentucky Derby ‘19 ➡️ Kentucky Derby ‘21
Definitely come a long way these last two years.
Forever grateful.
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I don’t care about your political beliefs, I couldn’t imagine what Gov. Beshear has had to deal with in his time as governor.
COVID and now this.
I definitely respect him.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear says he's "not doing so well today" while giving an emotional update after deadly tornadoes ripped through parts of the state.
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Kentucky's Oscar Tshiebwe said a decision on his future is coming "very soon."
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Source tells me, if Chris Mack is gone as Louisville's coach, here's some names of interest:
Kenny Payne
Bruce Pearl
Will Wade
Nate Oats
Not saying there's interest from Louisville, but I'm told Pearl "wants it badly."
Payne also strong interest.
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My name is Dominique Martin Yates.
I’m proud to be the son of Herb Yates & Crystal Gamble.
I’m proud to be from Muhlenberg County.
I’m proud to be a graduate of
@wku
.
I’m proud to be a sports reporter at
@courierjournal
in Louisville, KY.
I’m proud to be black.
My life matters.
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A very classy move by Chris Mack to talk to the media.
I can’t name many coaches that would’ve done that.
Nothing but respect.
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LIFE UPDATE:
I’m back!!
Excited to officially announce I’m heading back to TV to be the newest sports reporter/anchor for WLKY!
Through the journey, I never lost that itch to do TV so I’m thrilled to join this incredible team and excited to stay in the area.
@WLKY
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This state has Kentucky, Louisville, Western Kentucky, Murray State, Eastern Kentucky, Morehead State, Northern Kentucky and now Bellarmine playing Division I basketball.
I know it’s not possible, but a “Bluegrass Classic” needs to happen.
LET’S. PLAY. BALL.
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Former UK guard TyTy Washington going with Epicenter to win the Kentucky Derby.
@tytywashington
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Former Louisville star DeVante Parker was honored by Ballard High School with his No. 1 jersey retired. The 2011 grad is currently with the Miami Dolphins.
via
@kyhighs
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OH MY GOODNESS!!
Louisville hangs on to beat Kentucky 67-66.
Unbelievable game.
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I was about to be done with the NBA because of all of the "next question" responses, but Patrick Beverley and Lou Williams saved it for me with this press conference.
Q: What more could you have done to slow KD down?
Patrick Beverley: Whatcha think? You play basketball before...he's Kevin Durant.
Lou Williams: Sometimes you come across special people. It doesn’t matter what you send at them. No scheme. No defense.
Via
@NBCSWarriors
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Cool moment at the end of tonight's game at Christian Academy.
Henry County junior McKinley Paynter was able to score a touchdown for his favorite team, the Wildcats.
Best play of the night!
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Louisville legend Darrell Griffith with his mother, Maxine, as the street he grew up on is named in his honor.
His mother recently turned 91.
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Western Kentucky’s Jamarion Sharp is the tallest player in college basketball.
Courier Journal’s Dominique Yates is (probably) one of the shortest sports reporters in the country.
@WKUBasketball
@Jaammaarion
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Louisville legend Darrell Griffith:
“We will always recognize our national championship teams. We don’t need the NCAA to recognize our national championship teams.”
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Funny moment.
A fan brought a basketball signed by former Kentucky basketball coaches.
John Calipari saw it and said, “I’m not signing my name under Rick.”
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Louisville legends Teddy Bridgewater and Lamar Jackson are in town hosting Louisville Wellness Day.
Teddy is outside throwing touchdown passes.
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Angel McCoughtry: “(Louisville) is the best place in the world.”
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Louisville running backs coach and former Male star Chris Barclay (
@CoachCBarclay
) couldn't hold his emotions in when asked about returning to his hometown to coach the Cardinals.
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I’m still about 6 more pounds away from one of my goals of 50 pounds lost, but it has been nice to see some results.
Still not starving myself though.
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Six weeks of radiation is done.
Still no tumor. Still no cancer. 🙏🏾✅
I’m sure my mother loved being my roommate and introducing me to “The Young and the Restless,” but I think she’s ready to go home.
Proud of her!
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I’ll never forget how miserable I was last year at the Derby. That was the turning point for me.
Made it a goal when I started my health journey, that once the 2020 Derby rolled around, it would be a different story when I stood in that spot for a picture.
Kentucky Derby 2019 on the left. Kentucky Derby 2020 on the right.
Same spot, 1 year and 4 months later.
Think I like the one on the right better.
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Thank you for all the memories, Southcentral Kentucky.
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A kiss on the Cardinal bird for the Louisville seniors.
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Longtime Central boys basketball coach Doug Bibby is stepping down after 19 seasons.
Bibby won more than 300 games, two region championships and a state runner-up finish.
@loucentralsport
@LCJackets
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Everyone knows Louisville football coach Scott Satterfield is normally calm on the sidelines during the games, but after Micale Cunningham completed this touchdown pass to Marshon Ford, he couldn't help but get fired up.
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New Louisville basketball coach Pat Kelsey was the keynote speaker at a Kosair for Kids luncheon.
It was originally supposed to be John Calipari.
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It's fair to say Kentucky football has been disrespected this preseason. I can promise you Vince Marrow is not having it.
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Well, I have some news.
Today is my last day at the Courier Journal.
The past three years have been incredible.
I worked with some of the best people who made me better.
Thank you, all, for taking the time to watch, read and listen to me as I did what I love!
It’s been fun.
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The Louisville men’s basketball team is leading a march today.
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"KP is different."
Louisville guard El Ellis says the workouts with new head coach Kenny Payne are intense and he's really enjoyed bonding with everyone early on.
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"In order for Black America to not hurt, white people gotta get involved."
Great stuff from Louisville coach Chris Mack at today's march.
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Just heard a Louisville fan, at a baseball game, yell at the Kentucky side, “Kenny Payne won those games.”
Is this the equivalent to the “L’s down” for Cardinal fans?
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“Getting to give back to the community and families in need in the Louisville area, I’ll always do it when I get the chance.”
Louisville’s Hailey Van Lith (
@haileyvanlith
) surprised
@familyscholars
kids with a back-to-school shopping spree at JCPenney’s.
@UofLWBB
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Kentucky (19-1) wins a fourth straight SEC title.
Louisville (13-2) clinched its third ACC title.
Western Kentucky (21-0) wins its sixth Conference USA title today.
Some great volleyball being played in this state.
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Volleyball night in Kentucky.
A record crowd of 12,760 on hand to watch No. 2 Louisville take on rival No. 21 Kentucky.
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Spotted in Louisville.
One of the billboards for Louisville’s newest commit.
Quarterback Pierce Clarkson.
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While shooting a standup the night of the Kentucky Derby, a kind (and not sober) man who was in Louisville from Australia enjoyed what I had to say, so he gave me a "bloody koala bear" as a gift.
Happy to announce that I have the qualifications.
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After spending 150 straight days in the hospital for a heart transplant, Clay Harris was the honorary captain for South Warren tonight.
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The catch of the entire state softball tournament went to Lucy Patterson at Warren East. Unreal.
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WKU greats Taywan Taylor and Bobby Rainey after the game.
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"A kid from Hopkins County doesn't end up on national television. It's happened for me."
Kentucky native and University of Kentucky grad Michael Eaves has signed a new deal to remain with ESPN.
@michaeleaves
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Kentucky big man Oscar Tshiebwe is in Louisville, set to speak at Highview Baptist Church East tonight.
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I'll also say in a world of "coach speak," it was refreshing to get a quote like this.
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The highlight of Kentucky basketball media day was TyTy Washington's impression of Oscar Tshiebwe.
@tytywashington3
@Oscartshiebwe34
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Oldham County star quarterback Sam Young will join the Louisville football program.
He will sign as a preferred walk-on.
He accounted for more than 7,000 yards and 100 touchdowns over his high school career.
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Hall of Fame coach Denny Crum and the 1986 National Champion Louisville basketball team.
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A beautiful celebration for a special guy.
So long, Corito. You’ll be missed,
@OyyyeeeCorito86
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Louisville taking the field tonight with an American flag and a Black Lives Matter flag.
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A guaranteed winning season (7-4 after the win over Syracuse). From 0 ACC wins in 2018 to 5 this year. And heading to a bowl game. It's pretty remarkable what Scott Satterfield has done in his first season as head coach of Louisville.
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Members of the St. X football team chose to take a knee during the national anthem.
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Hailey Van Lith’s dad, Corey, is living his best life at the Louisville-Kentucky women’s basketball game.
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One thing you can guarantee: Denny Crum loves the University of Louisville.
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Oscar Tshiebwe loves basketball, and he also loves God.
The Kentucky star and unanimous Player of the Year is using his faith as he decides his future.
@UKAthletics
@KentuckyMBB
@Oscartshiebwe34
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Louisville takes the field for the first time with Jeff Brohm.
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God is so good!!
Less than 24 hours after having brain tumor surgery, look who’s heading home?!
To watch my mother walking on her own, talking, eating and everything this morning amazed me.
She guaranteed she was leaving that hospital the next day!
This woman is incredible!
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It blows my mind that people are asked to do three small things (wear a mask, practice social distancing and wash your hands), but that seems to be too hard for some to do.
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“I’m just excited for my new opportunity here at WKU.”
Former Kentucky guard Dontaie Allen (
@dontaieallen11
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@WKUBasketball
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Here's something to make you smile.
Clay Harris was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome and went through 5 open-heart surgeries before he was 3.
He spent 150 days in the hospital after receiving a heart transplant.
He was the honorary captain for South Warren Friday night.
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Man, I’m buying stock in Tyson Helton and this Western Kentucky team.
If the offense progresses and the defense keeps playing like this, they can do some damage this year in Conference USA.
If the folks in Bowling Green aren’t sold on this team something is wrong.
WHAT. A. WIN.
The Hilltoppers reel off their third in a row with a 17-8 victory over Army ‼️
#GoTops
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I'm still trying to figure out who was the most excited after that Jaylin Alderman pick six.
The Louisville coaches/players.
The fans.
Or
@Rocco_Gasparro
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What a win for Louisville women’s basketball. The Cardinals hand Geno Auriemma and UCONN their first loss in Mohegan Sun Arena.
Another huge win to add to Jeff Walz’s resume.
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Advice Bobby Rainey gave Taywan Taylor: Keep doing what he's been doing, stay humble and save his money.
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