By Thomas Grant Jr. Fresh off completing an undefeated season, Newberry opened its quest last Friday for the Class 3A title. The second-seeded Bulldogs rolled past Aynor 54-14 in the first round. Trailing 14-7 in the second quarter, Newberry erupted for 47 unanswered points to improve to 11-0 on theContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. COLUMBIA – At Dreher High School this past Saturday, the River Bluff Lady Gators made their second straight appearance in the Class 5A Division I State Championship match. Standing in their way once again was two-time defending champion Dorman. After dropping the opening set 25–23, RiverContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Playing for American Legion Cayce Post 130 was more than just the beginning of a baseball journey for Kip Bouknight — it was a life-shaping experience. “American Legion baseball was more than a game, it was a foundation for life,” Bouknight said. “It taught me discipline,Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The River Bluff volleyball team is headed to the state finals at Dreher High School. The Lady Gators defeated nemesis Wando in four sets Tuesday to win the Class 5A Division I Lower State final. The scores were 28-25, 25-20, 18-25, 25-23. It’s the second stateContinue Reading
Golf Tips for Seniors: Time Management By Robin All How early should you arrive at the golf course for a 9 a.m. tee time? Depending on your travel distance, plan to arrive around 8 a.m. This allows time to change shoes, dress appropriately for the weather, and organize your clubsContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Despite senior running back Amadre Wooden falling just one yard short of his fourth straight 200-yard rushing performance, Batesburg-Leesville closed out the regular season with a dramatic 35-34 overtime victory to secure second place in Region 2-2A. Wooden finished with 199 yards and three touchdowns, includingContinue Reading
Spring Hill High School served as the host site for the Carolinas Weightlifting Championships on October 18–19, welcoming some of the region’s strongest student-athletes. The two-day event featured weightlifters from clubs across both North and South Carolina, including competitors with national and international experience. Athletes ranged from elementary-aged lifters toContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Ten Midlands high school football teams are featured in this week’s S.C. Prep Football Media Poll as the regular season enters its final week. Both Swansea and North Central reentered their respective classifications after key wins. Swansea climbed back into the Class 3A rankings at No.Continue Reading
Photo by Lexington High School By Thomas Grant Jr. Lexington High School is once again champions in girls’ golf. The Lady Wildcats held off Dorman and archrival River Bluff on Tuesday to win the shortened Class 5A Division I title. The tournament was postponed Monday due to bad weather atContinue Reading
Photo by GoFlashWin.com By Thomas Grant, Jr. The regular season in high school football starts with Rivalry Thursday. A matchup involving district rivals is scheduled the day before Halloween in Lexington County. Over in The Swamp, River Bluff (4-5, 1-3) and Lexington (3-6, 1-3) will face off for the 12thContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. It’s truly a different year for Gray Collegiate Academy football. A year ago, the War Eagles had their region and state title aspirations abruptly halted by the S.C. High School League. Sanctions for recruiting violations resulted in penalties which included forfeiture of victories, exclusion from theContinue Reading