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Former Wildcat, Mustang on Showboats Roster

MEMPHIS — Professional football returned to Memphis with the Memphis Showboats playing their first game Saturday, April 15, with the USFL 2023 season getting underway at historic Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.

McKenzie Rebels Stunned in Semis

The McKenzie Rebels baseball team made a run at the state title for baseball but was stopped in their tracks by the East Robertson Indians. The Rebels split with the Indians but were sent home after their 2-5 loss on Thursday, May 25 at the Spring Fling in the TSSAA State Tournaments.

McKenzie Soccer Out Manned in Opening Round of Championship

The McKenzie Boys Soccer team (11-3-2) ran into a juggernaut Tuesday, May 23 as they faced off against Madison Magnet (17-0-1). The Rebels lost 5-0 in the opening round of the TSSAA State Championship Series. Brice Becerra and Charles Damron had the only goal attempts for McKenzie. Goalkeeper Tellez Renteria had four saves in the matchup. Madison Magnet went on to win the 1A State Soccer Championship defeating Alcoa 3-2 in the final round. Photo Courtesy Jess Martin

McKenzie Earn Spot at State Semifinals

The McKenzie Rebels started off Wednesday with a 6-5 loss to the East Robertson Indians, but they battled back in the losers bracket and defeated the Bradford Red Devils 13-1 to secure their stop in the Class 1A State Semifinals.

McKenzie Rebels End Season in State Semi-Final Game

ROCKVALE HIGH SCHOOL (SPRING FLING 2023) - McKenzie High School Rebels baseball team made it to the semi-final round of the Class 1A state championship before falling 5-2 against East …

McKenzie Baseball, Hollow Rock-Bruceton Softball Remain Alive in State Tournament

Spring Fling (May 25, 2023) - The McKenzie Rebels baseball and the Hollow Rock-Bruceton softball teams remain alive in the state Class 1A tournaments in the Spring Fling in the Murfreesboro …

McKenzie Baseball Moves Past Bucs in State Tournament

MURFREESBORO (May 23) - The McKenzie Rebels had a fifth-inning rally that hoisted them to a 5-1 victory over the University School Buccaneers. The Rebels had three hits during the fifth inning that …

Rebels Punch Ticket to Murfreesboro

McKENZIE (May 18) McKenzie Rebels baseball team is returning to Murfreesboro to compete in the Class 1A state championship tournament. The first game is Tuesday, May 23, 4 p.m. at Rockvale against …

Area High School Teams Headed to State Games

Several area high school teams will be in Murfreesboro this week competing in the TSSAA Spring Fling.

McKenzie Soccer Advances to State

MEMPHIS (May 20) — McKenzie Rebels Soccer Team advances to the state tournament after defeating Memphis Business Academy and won 1-0.

Soccer: McKenzie Rebels Claim 3-0 Win Over Memphis School of Excellence

McKENZIE (May 16) — McKenzie Rebels soccer earned a 3-0 win over the Memphis School of Excellence on Tuesday, May 16 to advance to the championship round of the region. The region championship …

Huntingdon Middle Celebrates Spring Sports at Banquet

The Huntingdon Middle School recognized its student-athletes at the annual banquet on Tuesday for the spring sports of girls’ soccer, boys’ soccer, baseball, and girls’ volleyball. The athletes for each sport all received a certificate of participation.

Lady Rebels Claim District Championship in Comeback Win

McKenzie (May 9) — A seventh-inning home run by Savannah Davis sealed the fate of the 2023 district campaign for the McKenzie Lady Rebels softball team on Tuesday, May 9 in McKenzie.

McKenzie High School Soccer Claims District Championship

McKENZIE (May 11, 2023) — McKenzie High School soccer team claimed the District 13-1A championship on Thursday in a home contest against Martin Westview. McKenzie defeated Westview 4-0.

Rebels Win Region Championship

McKENZIE (May 15, 2023) McKenzie Rebels baseball team advances to sectionals (substate) action after claiming the Region 6-1A championship over a very talented Hollow Rock-Bruceton team on Monday. …

McKenzie Defeats Frank Hughes 14-3; Advances to Championship

McKenzie (May 12, 2023) McKenzie Rebels baseball team defeated Frank Hughes 14-3 on Friday to advance to the region championship game Monday, May 15, at 5 p.m. at McKenzie City Park. McKenzie, …

McKenzie High School Soccer Plays Thursday, May 11

McKenzie (Tenn.) High School Soccer competes against Martin Westview High School on Thursday, May 11, 20223 for the District 13A Championship. The game is …

Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame Inducts Eight Members

On May 6, 2023, the Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame added eight new members to the HOF at the annual banquet at the Carroll County Civic Center. The inductees were from the five areas of the county. McKenzie inducted Jerry Escue and Derek Carr. Huntingdon inducted Bill Ezell, Ray Crossno, and Danny Woodard. Hollow Rock – Bruceton inducted Jared Edwards; Clarksburg inducted Erica Yarbrough Sills; and West Carroll inducted David Hale.

McKenzie Rebels Host Senior Night

McKENZIE (May 1) — This year’s McKenzie Rebels baseball senior class owns a record of 59 wins and 25 losses. They are the defending champions of District 11 - A and Region 6 - A. During their junior season, this group of seniors helped lead the Rebels to a State Runner-Up finish in Class 1A.

Lady Rebels Fall to Dresden on Senior Night

The McKenzie Lady Rebels fell to the Dresden Lady Lions 3-2 in extra innings on senior night. The Lady Rebels and the Lady Lions were tied 2-2 going into the eleventh inning before took the lead Dresden in the top of the inning.

Rebels Knockoff Houston County Fighting Irish

McKENZIE (May 5) — On Friday, the McKenzie Rebels baseball team hosted the Fighting Irish of Houston County. The Rebels picked up the 11-0 win along with the regular season district championship. Jackson Cassidy pitched four innings with Ty Anderson closing in the fifth. Cassidy pitched a one hitter with 10 strikeouts and Anderson had three strikeouts.

McKenzie Baseball Finishes Regular Season on a High Note

The McKenzie Baseball team finished their regular season with two victories over Waverly. The Rebels defeated the Waverly Tigers 13-3 on Senior night. McKenzie then traveled to Waverly and topped the Tigers 4-2.

McKenzie Men’s Soccer Plays Tuesday

McKENZIE — McKenzie High School men’s soccer continues its season on Tuesday, May 9, against Gibson County at MHS.

Bosley to Cheer at Bethel University

Sydney Bosley, a senior at West Carroll High School, commits to cheer at Bethel University. Sydney is pictured with her sisters, Samaria and Stormie, brothers, Preston and Parker, her mother, Michelle and WCHS cheer coach Keshia Jackson.

Lady Rebels Stunned by Lady Hornets

The McKenzie Lady Rebels fell to the South Gibson Lady Hornets 9-2 Thursday night, April 27, between raindrops. The Lady Hornets had 11 hits for nine runs.

Fighting Irish Take Late Lead Over Lady Rebels

The Houston County Fighting Irish defeated the McKenzie Lady Rebels 7-5 after stealing the lead in the seventh inning.

Former Bethel Wildcat, Huntingdon Mustang on Showboats Roster

MEMPHIS – Professional football returned to Memphis with the Memphis Showboats playing their first game this past weekend with the USFL 2023 season getting underway at historic Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.

Huntingdon Middle Baseball Claims District Championship Over Rebels

McKENZIE - April 2023 - The McKenzie Middle School Rebels were defeated by the Huntingdon Mustangs 9-1 and placed second in the district tournament. The Rebels topped Stewart County Monday night to …

McKenzie Men's Soccer Shuts Out Huntingdon on Senior Night 2023

The McKenzie Rebels defeated the Huntingdon Mustangs 9-0 on senior night. The Rebels wereput ahead of the Huntingdon Mustangs when a corner kick led to an own goal for the Mustangs.Bryan Sneed-Soto …

McKenzie wins Rebel Rumble with Stewart County

The McKenzie Rebels defeated the Stewart County Rebels 9-3. McKenzie scored all their runs in the first inning to take a 9-0 lead over Stewart County until the fourth inning.Stewart County was shut …

Mustangs, Fillies Celebrate Basketball Season

HUNTINGDON (April 22) — Huntingdon’s Fillies and Mustangs celebrated the 2022-23 basketball season during the end-of-season banquet on Saturday, April 22 at the Huntingdon Church of Christ.

Bethel Athletics 2023 Leadership Luncheon is Huge Success

McKENZIE — The Bethel Athletics 2023 Leadership Luncheon took place Friday in the Vera Lowe for Student Enrichment Boardroom on the campus of Bethel University.

McKenzie, Area Athletes Among TSWA All-State List

NASHVILLE (April 19) — The Tennessee Sports Writers Association announced all-state boys basketball teams for four classes in Division I and two classes in Division II on Wednesday for the 2022-23 season.

Area Sports Schedule

Tuesday, April 25 McKenzie Soccer vs. Obion County 5 p.m. Huntingdon Tennis vs. Westview at Bethel University 5 p.m. Huntingdon Soccer vs. Augustine 6 p.m. Gleason Baseball at Dresden 5 p.m. McKenzie Middle School Baseball Conference Championship at Bethel University 5 p.m.

Rebels Throw Two No-Hitters to Run Rule McEwen

The McKenzie Rebels defeated the McEwen Warriors 15-0 and 17-0 in a doubleheader at McKenzie. The Rebels and Warriors played a total of six innings for the day.

McKenzie Softball Tops McEwen

The Lady Rebels defeated the McEwen Lady Warriors 8-0. The Lady Rebels scored three runs in the first inning to take a quick lead, then added to the lead in the fifth and sixth.

West Carroll Prevails Over Lady Rebels

The West Carroll Lady War Eagles topped the McKenzie Lady Rebels 7-5 in a contest on Monday, April 17. The Lady Rebels had four errors that cost them two runs that put the Lady War Eagles on top.

McKenzie Middle Tops Greenfield

The McKenzie Rebels topped the Greenfield Yellow Jackets 10-7 with a comeback in the second inning.

Peppers Automotive Group Presents Golf Scholarships

McKENZIE — Two Bethel University student-athletes were honored and presented scholarships Wednesday by the Peppers Automotive Group, based in Paris, with a Ford dealership in McKenzie.

Lady Rebels Defeat Fillies on Diamond

The McKenzie Lady Rebels topped the Huntingdon Fillies 3-2 with a late score to take the victory.

McKenzie Beats Number 1 Peabody in Extra Innings

After eight innings, the McKenzie Rebels defeated the Peabody Golden Tide 8-7. Ty Anderson singled up the middle to score the winning run.

McKenzie Soccer Adds to Winning Record

The McKenzie Soccer team defeated the Westview Chargers 3-2 Thursday night. The Rebels took a lead in the first period when Jesse Calderon scored and Guillermo Hickman scored.

Bethel University Wins Tennessee BASS Nation Governor’s Cup Championship

SPRING CITY, Tenn. — The Bethel University Fishing team competed this past Saturday on Watts Bar Lake near Spring City, Tennessee and walked away with the 2023 Tennessee BASS Nation Governor’s Cup State College Championship Trophy.

Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame to Induct Eight, Honor Ten Students

On May 6, 2023, the Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame will add eight new members to the HOF at the annual banquet at the Carroll County Civic Center at 6 p.m. The inductees will be from the …

McKenzie Lauds Outstanding Basketball Seasons

McKENZIE (April 2) — McKenzie Lady Rebels celebrate the second-straight state Class 1A Championship and the Rebels celebrated their second straight quarter-final appearance in the Class 1A championship series during a banquet held in their honor on Sunday, April 2. The MHS cheerleaders were also honored for their unyielding support and spirit for a 15-week long football season followed by highly successful basketball seasons.

Local Sports Schedule

Tuesday, April 11 McKenzie Baseball at Big Sandy 5 p.m. McKenzie Soccer at South Fulton 5:30 p.m. Huntingdon Soccer vs. Liberty 6 p.m.

Rebels Run Rule Irish in Double Header

McKENZIE (April 3) — The McKenzie Rebel Baseball team run ruled the Houston County Irish 10-0 and 11-1 on Monday night’s double header. The Rebels had a total of 21 hits through by games.

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McKenzie Middle Sweeps West Carroll

McKENZIE - The McKenzie Middle School baseball team swept the West Carroll War Eagles last week with a 10-1 on the road and an 8-2 victory on their home turf. During the first game of the …

Kahlden Family Continues Support of Bethel Athletics

McKENZIE (March 31) — Bethel University Board of Trustee member Patty Kahlden was in McKenzie Friday. A longtime supporter of the university and the Bethel Athletic Department presented Football Coach Michael Jasper and Senior Athletic Director Brad Chappell with a generous gift for the football program.

Bethel Ladies Soccer Signs Two MHS Seniors

McKENZIE (March 29) — Madison Gilbert and Hannah Dillingham, seniors at McKenzie High, will continue their education at Bethel University and be a part of Bethel Lady Wildcats Soccer program.

Henry County Slides Past McKenzie

McKenzie, TN — The Henry County Lady Patriots defeated the McKenzie Lady Rebels 9-3 Thursday evening. The Lady Patriots scored four runs in the third inning to boost their lead and secure their victory.

Rebel Soccer Tops Union City

The McKenzie Rebels soccer team defeated the Union City Golden Tornadoes 3-2. The Rebels started the game strong with a goal in the first 15 minutes of play.

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McKenzie Baseball goes 1-1 in Diamond Classic

The McKenzie Rebels participated in the Huntingdon Diamond Classic in the last week of March 2023. The Rebels had split a series with Henry County earlier in the week. The Rebels went 1-1 …

Drew Hayes, An Outstanding Hometown Athlete

Within his little boy’s vivid imagination, Drew Hayes often played in the big leagues. Playing baseball in the backyard with his father was a regular occurrence growing up. “We would pretend to be our favorite teams playing against an opponent at a critical point in the game,” Drew recalled. “Those times were magical to me and I’m sure created the love I have for baseball.”

March 28-April 4

Local Sports Schedule

Tuesday, March 28 McKenzie Baseball at Henry County 5 p.m. McKenzie Soccer vs. Union City 5 p.m. McKenzie Softball at Houston County 5 p.m. Huntingdon Tennis at Westview Huntingdon Softball at Union City 5 p.m. Huntingdon Soccer vs. McEwen 6 p.m. Gleason Softball vs. Greenfield 5 p.m. Gleason Baseball at West Carroll 5 p.m. McKenzie Middle Baseball vs. Bruceton 5 p.m. McKenzie Middle Boys Soccer at Martin 5:30 p.m.

Lady Rebels Fall to Lady Bulldogs

McKENZIE (March 20) — The McKenzie Lady Rebels were shut out 2-0 by the Milan Lady Bulldogs on Monday night. The Lady Bulldogs had seven hits at the dish that boosted them to victory.

Rebels Fall Short In Quarterfinals

MURFREESBORO (March 15) — The McKenzie Rebels were unable to keep up their hot streak Wednesday night. The Buccaneers of University School Johnson City (USJC) ended McKenzie’s run at the state basketball championship by a score of 66-53. McKenzie closes the season with a 22-5 record along with district and region championship titles.

McKenzie Softball Starts Season Swinging

McKENZIE — The McKenzie Lady Rebels started their season with a 12-0 run rule victory over the Clarksburg Lady Rockets.

Lady Rebels Earn Back-to-Back State Championships

MURFREESBORO (March 11) — The McKenzie Lady Rebels defended their state title by defeating the Wayne County Lady Wildcats 71-54. The Lady Rebels took a quick lead in the first quarter and added onto that throughout the night.

Kylie Reynolds is A Miss Basketball Finalist 2022-23

MURFREESBORO (March 13) — Kylie Reynolds of McKenzie is one of two finalists for the Class 1A, Division I Miss Basketball 2022-23. She has committed to play collegiate ball at Bethel University. Kylie and her sister, Mikaela are both starters for the Lady Rebels and helped the team earn the Class 1A basketball championship in Murfreesboro in March 2022 and 2023. She averaged 16.6 points per game during her 2022-23 season. Kylie is the daughter of Stephanie McClerkin and the late Roscoe McClerkin.

Rebels Headed Back to State

McKENZIE (March 13) — After defeating the Moore County Raiders 55-36 on Monday, March 6 in the Sectionals, the McKenzie Rebels are en route to the Glass House - the Murphy Center on the campus of MTSU.

March 14-21

Local Sports Schedule

Tuesday, March 14 McKenzie Baseball at South Gibson 4:30 p.m. CP Classic McKenzie Softball at Clarksburg 5 p.m.

McKENZIE TO PLAY WAYNE COUNTY IN CLASS 1A CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

Two area teams will play Saturday afternoon for the state championship in the Blue Cross girls basketball State Championship tournament at Murfreesboro in their respective classifications.

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Rebels Rout Raiders, Head to State

McKENZIE (March 6) — The McKenzie Rebels are headed back to state after they punched their ticket with a 55-36 victory over the Moore County Raiders. The Rebels started the game off with a ten-point lead and added to that throughout the night.

Huntingdon Council Honors Champion Basketball Team

HUNTINGDON (February 28) — The 2022-23 Huntingdon Middle School Boys’ Basketball Team was honored by the Town of Huntingdon Mayor and Council during the February 28 meeting. Mayor Nina Smothers read a proclamation that proclaimed February 28 as Huntingdon Middle School Boys’ Basketball Team Day in Huntingdon.

Coach Mike Jasper, Sports as a Catalyst to Change

As he was growing up, there were many teachers and coaches who had a positive impact on Mike Jasper, Head Football Coach at Bethel University, but his mother provided the strongest source of support and encouragement. “Mom used to say ‘by book or by ball or both’ you’re going to succeed,” he recalls with a smile, “she is my hero and played a huge role in my life as a mom, a dad and an inspiration.”

March 7-13

Local Sports Schedule

Tuesday, March 7 Bethel Tennis vs. Spring Hill College 2 p.m.

McKenzie Lady Rebels Headed to State

Lady Rebels Head to State McKENZIE (March 4) The McKenzie Lady Rebels punched their ticket to the TSSAA Blue Cross State Championship Tournament after defeating the Huntland Lady Hornets …

Rebels Two-Time Region Champions, Host Sectionals

McKENZIE (March 2, 2023) — The McKenzie Rebels defeated the Frank Hughes Lions 56-46 to be crowned Region 6-A champions for the second consecutive year. The Rebels took a lead during the second …

Rebels Dominate in Region Tournament, Head to Championship

By Erin Douglas erin@mckenziebanner.com McKENZIE - The McKenzie Rebels defeated the Perry County Vikings 78-54 in the first round of the regional tournament. The Rebels scored in double digits …

McKenzie Men's Team Plays for Region Championship Thursday, March 2, 7 p.m. at Crisp Arena, Bethel University.

McKenzie Girls Crowned Region Champs, Host Sectionals

McKENZIE (March 1, 2023) - The McKenzie Lady Rebels defeated McEwen 71-50 on Monday night to move to the regional championship. The Lady Rebels defeated the Perry County Lady Vikings 75-49 to be …

McKenzie Rebels Receive Championship Football Rings

McKENZIE (February 23) — The McKenzie Rebels’ perfect football season was capped with a “Night of Champions Ring Ceremony” to commemorate the historic, undefeated championship season. The event was held at the McKenzie High School Theatre in front of a capacity audience on Thursday, February 23.