Beech Tree News Network

Kudos to Kentucky for giving rising musicians — who all have been huge UK fans — a chance to perform at pregame football concerts this season.

First it was Walker Montgomery of Lexington followed by Burgin’s Aly’An (Alyson Rogers and Andrea Gross) and then Paul Childers of Lebanon. This week before the Cats play Missouri it will be Magnolia Vale — twin sisters Katelyn and Samantha Daugherty of Marion County.

They were paired against Montgomery in the first round of the fan voting to determine who played before the opening game. They were thrilled to get this opportunity.

“We have grown up as Kentucky fans, mainly basketball, and don’t miss a game when season rolls around,” Katelyn said.

They played basketball at Marion County, including two seasons for coach Anthony Epps — a starter on UK’s 1996 national championship team. They also played with his daughter, Makayla, on Marion’s state championship team.

Childers is a childhood friend and they were happy he got to perform at Kroger Field and are excited to have their turn now.

“It’s beyond special to have such a cool connection with your sister. We’ve shared everything our whole lives — our faces, cars, rooms, clothes, shoes, makeup and even our voices,” Katelyn said. “We just want to share our love for music with everyone. That’s all we have ever wanted.”