By Thomas Grant Jr. Athletic leadership will have a different look at River Bluff High School. Like fellow Lexington School District One school Gilbert, it will have one person serving as an athletics director only. Andrew Peckham was approved for the position at Tuesday’s district meeting. “I am thrilled toContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The final season for legendary boys soccer coach Phil Savitz opened with another Capital City Cup title for River Bluff. The Gators defeated Chapin 2-1 Sunday at Gray Collegiate Academy to claim the Gold Division of the 4-day tournament. It was the third title won atContinue Reading
River Bluff High School proudly announces the exceptional achievements of six students who have been recognized as National Merit Finalists. The following students have demonstrated outstanding academic excellence and commitment to their education: Achieving the status of National Merit Finalist is a remarkable accomplishment, placing these students in the topContinue Reading
River Bluff High School announces the well-deserved recognition of Head Golf Coach Roger Smith as the SCACA Golf Coach of the Year. This esteemed accolade stands as the pinnacle of annual individual sports coaching honors, a testament to Coach Smith’s exceptional contributions to the success of both the men’s andContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The final weekend of the South Carolina High School League regular season for wrestling saw region titles decided and several female athletes qualifying for the state tournament. River Bluff defeated Lexington (42-25) and White Knoll (49-18) to claim the Region 4-5A title. It will enjoy homecourtContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. After winning the school’s first-ever state title in baseball, River Bluff finds itself opening the 2024 season in the same top position. The Gators are the preseason number-one in their classification according to the South Carolina Baseball Coaches Association rankings. Blythewood, the team it defeated inContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Win or hope not to stay home. That’s the scenario both Chapin and River Bluff face this Friday when they meet in the regular-seasonfinale at Cecil Woolbright Field. Both teams share the game overall and Region 4-5A record. The Eagles (5-4, 0-3) and Gators (5-4, 0-3)areContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. A two-game winning streak has the River Bluff football team entering Region 4-5A play with momentum. The same is true for undefeated and seventh-ranked White Knoll. For the second straight year, the Timberwolves are 5-0 to start the season. This year, they are determined not toContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The first set of the latest volleyball matchup between Lexington and River Bluff started Thursday in typical fashion in “The Swamp”. The Lady Wildcats and Lady Gators went back and forth with an array of strikes, blocks, and kills. There were several lead changes and bothContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The start of Region 4-5A volleyball play means the anticipation of the annual clashes between town rivals Lexington and River Bluff. Each year, the two teams’ regular-season matchups take on a playoff atmosphere whether in The Swamp or Wildcat Gymnasium. The former is the site forContinue Reading
River Bluff High School is proud to announce that Sydney Smith, a dedicated and passionate student, has been selected as one of the winners of the prestigious 2023 #BlackGirl Joy Challenge. Organized by the Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium, this initiative celebrates young black girls’ achievements and positive contributions,Continue Reading