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BREAKING

Nick Cobb Named Defensive Coordinator for West Carroll War Eagles Football

(L to R) Standing: James Morrissett, Donnie Hall and Dale Strickland. Seated: Joel Washburn, Robin Smothers Markham, Anna Trull, Mike Limbaugh and Josh Wolfe.

Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame Inducts 23rd Class of Members

Mustang award winners (L to R): Hayes Eubanks, EJ Lewis, Braylin Dearmon, Bryson Whiteside and Caleb Ezell. Not pictured is Kenton Smith.

HHS Basketball Teams Feted at Banquet

MMS eighth grade baseball players, joined by family members (L to R): Sammy Willen, Bryson Smith, Tucker Redmond, Dawson Reeder, Parker Ross, Brin Murray, Cayden Gordon, Brayden Mort and Hudson Garrett.

Rebels Crush Lions on Eighth Grade Night

McKENZIE (April 17) — McKenzie Middle School hosted Camden Thursday and celebrated Eighth Grade Night.

Lady Rebels Defeat Westview, Rebels Tie

McKENZIE (April 14) — McKenzie High School hosted Westview Monday for district tennis matches. The Lady …
Rebels Sweep Warriors in Home-Away Set

McKENZIE/McEWEN (April 14-15) — The McKenzie High School Rebels swept McEwen in convincing fashion in a …
Rebels Win Thriller in Final Minute Over Union City

McKENZIE (April 17) — McKenzie High School hosted Union City Thursday for a district soccer match. …
Lady Rebels Fall to Houston County

McKENZIE (April 14) — McKenzie High School hosted Houston County Monday for a district softball …
Lady Rebels Top South Fulton, 5-2

McKENZIE (April 15) — The McKenzie Lady Rebels hosted South Fulton Tuesday and took a 5-2 win with one …

Rebels Edge Mustangs, 2-1

McKENZIE (April 11) — McKenzie High School hosted Huntingdon Friday for a district soccer …
Rebels Sweep Home-Away Set with Tigers

BRUCETON/McKENZIE (April 8-9) — McKenzie High School traveled Tuesday and hosted Wednesday for …
Fillies Fall to Patriots, 5-1

HUNTINGDON (April 1) — Huntingdon High School hosted Henry County Tuesday for non-district …
Rebels Dominate Irish to Begin District Play

McKENZIE (March 31) — The McKenzie High School Rebels began district baseball play Monday, …
Rebels Earn District Win Over Rockets on Senior Day

McKENZIE (March 31) — McKenzie High School hosted Clarksburg Monday for a district soccer match …

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McKenzie Rebels

Rebels End Season with Semifinal Loss

KINGSTON SPRINGS (May 13) — The McKenzie High School Rebels ended their soccer season Tuesday with a 4-0 loss in the Region 6A Soccer Tournament semifinal round to Harpeth. Rebel …

Rebels Coast to Title with Two Big Wins

WAYNESBORO (May 9-10) — The McKenzie Rebels are Region 6A Baseball Tournament champions after two big wins. On Friday, they defeated Perry County 9-2. Saturday, they topped Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central 12-0. The tournament was hosted by Wayne County High School.

Mustangs Claim Title with 1-0 Thriller over Rebels

MARTIN (May 7) — The Huntingdon High School Mustangs claimed the District 12A Soccer Tournament championship Wednesday with a thrilling, 1-0 win over McKenzie.

Lady Rebels End Season with Loss to Houston County

ERIN (May 6) — The McKenzie High School Lady Rebels saw their season end Tuesday with a 5-2 loss to Houston County in the District 12A Softball Tournament.

Lady Rebel Braylin Auvenshine slides into third ahead of the throw.

BRUCETON (May 5) — Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central High School hosted McKenzie Monday to open the District 12A Softball Tournament. A big first inning for Central and a strong answer by McKenzie in the second gave way to a defensive battle resulting in a 6-4 victory for the Lady Tigers.

Rebels Claim Title with Big Win Over Tigers

The District 12A Baseball Tournament champion McKenzie Rebels.

McEWEN (May 5) — The McKenzie High School Rebels claimed the District 12A Baseball championship Monday with a 12-2 win over the Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Tigers.

District 12A Soccer Tournament

Rebels Top Tornadoes 3-1, Advance to Championship

MARTIN (May 5) — The McKenzie High School Rebels traveled Monday to face Union City in a District 12A Soccer semifinal and claimed a 3-1 win to advance to Wednesday's championship game.

Mustangs Advance to Title Game with Overtime Win, Secure Sectional Appearance

HUNTINGDON (May 13) — Huntingdon High School hosted Cheatham County Tuesday night for a Region 6A Soccer Tournament semifinal and claimed a 3-1 win in overtime to advance to the championship game. The victory also secured a sectional appearance for the Mustangs.

Mustangs Top Rebels, 5-2

Mustang Owen Kreuziger got the start, allowing two earned runs on ten hits while striking out five and walking none in six innings of work.

HUNTINGDON (March 28) — Huntingdon High School hosted McKenzie Friday as part of the Diamond Club Classic.

Huntingdon Wins at McKenzie

McKENZIE (March 17) — McKenzie High School hosted Huntingdon Monday afternoon for district tennis matches at the Bethel University courts.

Fillies Win at McKenzie

Bailey Cary earned the complete-game win for the Fillies, allowing two earned runs on two hits with six walks and five strikeouts in five innings.

McKENZIE (March 6) — The McKenzie High School Lady Rebels hosted Huntingdon Thursday for a chilly softball game. The visiting Fillies scored in each of the five innings played for a 12-2 win.

Fillies Advance to Championship, Clinch Sectional Appearance

KINGSTON SPRINGS (May 12) — The Huntingdon Fillies traveled to Harpeth High School for a Region 6AA Softball Tournament semifinal Monday against Cheatham County. The Fillies defeated the Lady Cubs 6-4 to advance to the championship game and secure a sectional appearance.

Mustangs Dominate Opponents to Claim Title

KINGSTON SPRINGS (May 9-10) — The Huntingdon Mustangs are Region 6AA Baseball Tournament Champions after two dominant shutout wins. On Friday, they defeated Hickman County 13-0. Saturday, they topped Stewart County 14-0. The tournament was hosted by Harpeth High School.

Fillies are Runner-Up with Loss to Camden

CAMDEN (May 9) — The Huntingdon Fillies are the District 12AA Softball Tournament runner-up following a 6-2 loss to Camden Friday.

Rebels Shut Out Tigers in Opener

McKENZIE (May 2) — McKenzie High School hosted the Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Tigers Friday to begin the District 12A Soccer Tournament. The Rebels took a 9-0 win to advance to the semifinals on Monday, where they faced Union City in Martin after The Banner's press deadline.

MHS basketball cheerleaders (L to R): Front row - Brooke Murphy, Laila Scott, Addi Davis, Lydia Pate, Madelynn Pewitt and Olivia Pate; Back Row - Tobey Brooks, Baylee Barden, Reese Gallimore, Aleecia Williams, Katelyn Prather and Carleigh Lunn.

McKenzie High School Celebrates Basketball Teams with Banquet

McKENZIE (May 4) — McKenzie High School hosted its annual basketball banquet Sunday afternoon in the school cafeteria. Players, coaches, managers, cheerleaders, family and other supporters gathered to celebrate the successes and hard work of the season.

Rebels Top Tigers in Semifinal, 11-1

McEWEN (May 2) — The McKenzie High School Rebels traveled Friday to face the Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Tigers in the semifinal round of the District 12A Baseball Tournament. A fourth-inning …

- Mustangs Claim Title with Big Wins over Stewart County
  
  HUNTINGDON (May 2-3) — The Huntingdon Mustangs are the District 12AA Baseball champions following a pair of lopsided wins over Stewart County …
- Mustangs Cage Lions in Opening Round, 12-2
  
  HUNTINGDON (May 1) — Huntingdon High School hosts the District 12AA Baseball Tournament and made an opening-round statement with a 12-2 defeat …
- Lady Rebels Fall to Milan in Season Finale
  
  McKENZIE (May 1) — McKenzie High School softball closed the regular season Thursday with a home loss to Milan, 5-0.

Rebels Top Irish in Opening Round, 7-2

McEWEN (April 30) — The McKenzie High School Rebels faced Houston County Wednesday in the opening round of the District 12A Baseball Tournament. A two-run home run in the first inning by Tate Surber set the tone for a 7-2 Rebel win.

Lady Rebel seniors (L to R): Ady Freeman with mother Angie Freeman and Aubrey Jackson with parents Brady and Heather Jackson.

Lady Rebels Fall to Waverly on Senior Night

McKENZIE (April 29) — McKenzie High School softball hosted Waverly Tuesday and celebrated Senior Night. The Lady Tigers scored in each inning for a 13-0 win.

MHS tennis celebrated Senior Day Monday. Pictured are (L to R): Alex Garcia (a junior international exchange student who will not be returning next year), seniors Caleb Burke and Kyla Beveridge and Coach Dru Emerson.

Rebels Get Senior Day Win, Lady Rebels Fall to Greenfield

McKENZIE (April 28) — McKenzie High School tennis hosted Greenfield Monday and celebrated Senior Day. The Rebels earned a 1-0 win while the Lady Rebels were defeated 6-1. Prior to the match, Coach Dru Emerson recognized seniors Caleb Burke and Kyla Beveridge, along with Alex Garcia, a junior international exchange student who will not be returning next year.

Rebels Defeat Tigers, 8-0

HUNTINGDON (April 25) — The Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Tigers hosted McKenzie Friday at the Kelley Sports Complex for a district soccer match. The Rebels shut out the Tigers 8-0 for the win.

Rebel goalkeeper Nate Dameron secures the ball with a crowd at the goal for one of his seven saves.

Chargers Edge Rebels, 6-5

McKENZIE (April 24) — McKenzie High School hosted Westview Thursday for a district soccer match. The Chargers came out on top in a back-and-forth thriller, 6-5.

McKenzie seniors (L to R): Gage Crosland with parents Cammy and Taylor Estes, KD Cunningham, with parents Raven and Trell Tharpe, Tate Surber with parents Meredith and Tommy Surber and Craegen Travis with parents Jennifer Travis and Brian Travis.

Surber Strikes Out 17 in Rebels' Senior Night Win

McKENZIE (April 25) — McKenzie High School hosted Stewart County Friday in a baseball battle of Rebel versus Rebel and celebrated Senior Night. Senior Tate Surber put on a show on the mound, striking out 17 as McKenzie took the win, 5-2.

Rebel second baseman Lane Brown catches a shallow pop-up in Saturday morning's game.

Rebels 2-2 as Conference Tourney Hosts

McKENZIE (April 26-27) — The McKenzie Middle School Rebels hosted the Tri-County Conference baseball tournament over the weekend. The top-seed Rebels went 2-2 in a tough field with both losses coming to Camden, including a heartbreaking elimination loss Sunday afternoon that came down to the last batter.

Gleason Tennessee Lady Bulldogs - Seniors Addy Black, Elaine Covington, and Kami Thomas.

Gleason Senior Softball Players Honored

GLEASON, Tenn. (April 15) - Gleason senior softball players were honored on Senior Night at Snider Park in Gleason. Three seniors, Kami Thomas, Addy Black, and Elaine Covington, were honored on their …

HHS softball seniors (L to R): Karter Moore, Delaney Byars, Bailey Cary, Josey Stokes and Chesney Baker. Not pictured is senior manager Madeline Mitchell.

Fillies Top Lady Rebels on Senior Night

HUNTINGDON (April 24) — Huntingdon High School softball hosted McKenzie Thursday and celebrated Senior Night. Five senior players and one manager were recognized on the field with family prior to the first pitch. The Fillies claimed an 8-5 win over the Lady Rebels.

Rebels Sweep Tigers in Doubleheader

BRUCETON (April 21) — The McKenzie Middle School Rebels traveled Monday for a doubleheader against the Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Middle School Tigers. The Rebels were dominant in both contests for 12-1 and 10-0 wins.

Lady Rebel second baseman Kailie Hudgins applies the tag and hangs on through the collision for the out.

Lady Rebels Take Tough Loss to McEwen

McKENZIE (April 22) — McKenzie High School hosted McEwen Tuesday for a district softball contest and took a tough 10-0 loss.

Rebel Marshal Vinson fires past the Hickman County goalkeeper and scores.

Rebels' Second-Half Burst Tops Hickman County, 6-2

McKENZIE (April 22) — McKenzie High School hosted region soccer foe Hickman County Tuesday. The contest was knotted at 1-1 at the half, but the Rebels took control early in the second period and cruised to a 6-2 victory.

Lady Rebels Best Westview, Rebels Fall

MARTIN (April 22) — Westview High School hosted McKenzie Tuesday on the campus of the University of Tennessee at Martin for district tennis matches. The visiting Lady Rebels claimed a 5-2 win, while the Chargers defeated the Rebels 4-0.

Rebel Cooper Davidson earned the complete-game shutout, allowing three hits while striking out two and walking one in three innings.

Rebels Cage Bulldogs

GLEASON (April 21) — Gleason High School hosted McKenzie on the diamond Monday, and the visiting Rebels scored early and often in a 14-0 win. McKenzie scored four runs in the bottom of the …

MMS boys soccer eight grade players and managers (L to R): Bentlee Shands, Bryson Nolen, Alan Dixon, Sophie Dameron, Meghan Cowan, Diego Hernandez, Liam Moore, Cal Fawcett and Draven Black.

McKenzie Middle School Soccer Celebrates Eighth Grade Night

McKENZIE (April 14) — McKenzie Middle School boys soccer celebrated Eighth Grade Night during Monday's match against Henry County at Walter Butler Stadium on the campus of Bethel University.

McKenzie Rebels Crush Five Homers to Top Red Devils

BRADFORD (April 11) — The McKenzie High School Rebels got the long ball working in a big road win Friday, 10-5, over the Bradford Red Devils. Five home runs, including two by Craegen Travis, highlighted two big innings that sealed the win for McKenzie.

Rebel Craegen Travis earned the complete-game win, allowing one unearned run on two hits while striking out six and walking five in five innings.

Rebels Tame Bulldogs, 11-1

McKENZIE (March 21) — McKenzie High School hosted Gleason Friday for an afternoon baseball game. The Rebels struck early and often, earning an 11-1 win in five innings.

Lady Cats Fall in National Semi-Finals

SIOUX City, Iowa — Bethel’s historic season came to an end Monday night in the NAIA Women’s National Semi-finals in Sioux City, Iowa as the Lady Wildcats fell 84-52 to the defending champion Dordt Defenders.

McKenzie Schools to Consider Volleyball as New Sport

McKENZIE - Volleyball as a team sport at McKenzie High School and McKenzie Middle School is a possibility for the 2025-26 school year. McKenzie School Board will consider adding the …

Lady Cats Punch Ticket to Fab Four

SIOUX CITY, Iowa — The #16 Bethel Lady Cats staged a stunning comeback against #2 Southern Oregon, securing a thrilling 74-70 victory and earning their first-ever trip to the Fab Four.

Rebels Draw at Jackson Christian, 2-2

JACKSON (March 21) — The McKenzie High School Rebel soccer team traveled Friday to face Jackson Christian School and played to a 2-2 draw.

Lady Rebels Earn District Win at McEwen, 10-3

McEWEN (March 21) — The McKenzie Lady Rebels traveled Friday for a district softball contest at McEwen and slugged their way to a 10-3 victory.

Rebel Cole Brown connects for a base hit.

Rebels Fall to Patriots Despite Hit Advantage

McKENZIE (March 18) — McKenzie High School hosted Henry County Tuesday for afternoon baseball. Despite outhitting the Patriots, the Rebels fell 7-3.

Lady Rebel Aurora Johnson slides into home safely in the Game Two win.

McKenzie Splits Doubleheader with Clarksburg

McKENZIE (March 17) — McKenzie High School hosted Clarksburg Monday for a softball doubleheader. The Lady Rockets took Game One 8-5, but the Lady Rebels bounced back to take a 9-2 win in Game Two.

The Bethel Lady Wildcats were champions of the first- and second-round games played at their own Crisp Arena.

Lady Wildcats Advance to Round of 16 with Home Wins

McKENZIE (March 14-15) — The Bethel University Lady Wildcats are headed to Sioux City, Iowa, for the Round of 16 of the NAIA Women’s Basketball Championship after a pair of wins this weekend in the first and second rounds.

Lady Rebels Win Slugfest at Peabody, 21-12

TRENTON (March 10) — The McKenzie Lady Rebels traveled to Peabody High School Monday to face the Lady Tide in a high-scoring softball contest.

Rebels Fall to Trojans, 11-5

DYER (March 13) — The McKenzie High School Rebels traveled to Gibson County High School Thursday to face Dyersburg in nondistrict baseball action. A big third inning was the difference for the Trojans as they took the win, 11-5.

Lady Rebels Lose District Game Despite Two Homers

ERIN (March 14) — McKenzie High School opened district softball play Friday with a road contest at Houston County. The host Lady Irish took an early lead, but the Lady Rebels pulled closer with fourth-inning home runs by Braylin Auvenshine and Ady Freeman before falling, 8-5.

Rebels Fall to Milan 1-0 on Late Goal

McKENZIE (March 11) — McKenzie High School began the soccer season Tuesday, hosting Milan for a non-district contest.

Lady Rebel Ashley Dunavant squares up for a return.

McKenzie Falls to Union City

McKENZIE (March 11) — McKenzie High School hosted Union City Tuesday for district tennis matches at the Bethel University courts.

Lady Wildcat Coach Chris Nelson celebrates the conference championship win by cutting down the net.

Lady Wildcats’ Magical Run Culminates in Mid-South Championship Glory

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (March 4) — In a season filled with resilience, grit, and undeniable heart, the Bethel Lady Wildcats capped off their magical run with a stunning 54-47 victory over the #3 ranked Campbellsville Tigers to claim the Mid-South Championship on Tuesday evening.

Area Sports This Week

Spring sports are underway with the following contests scheduled for The Banner’s reporting week of Tuesday, March 11 through Monday, March 17.

Rebel Tate Surber earned the win, allowing two earned runs on one hit while walking four and striking out six in four innings.

Rebels Top Lions, 6-2

McKENZIE (March 6) —- The McKenzie High School Rebels hosted Camden Thursday to start the baseball season. A four-run first was the difference as the Rebels took the win, 6-2.

Rebel KD Cunningham trots home on a three-run home run in the first inning, awaited at the plate by teammates Craegen Travis and Cooper Davidson.

Rebels Crush Bradford Red Devils, 20-5

McKENZIE (March 7) — McKenzie High School baseball hosted Bradford Friday and cruised to a 20-5 win in five innings behind good pitching and two home runs by KD Cunningham.

The McKenzie High School Rebels, Region 6A semifinalists.

Rebels End Season with Semifinal Loss to McEwen in Overtime, 57-56

WAYNESBORO (March 5) — The McKenzie High School Rebels ended their season Wednesday with a thrilling overtime loss to McEwen, 57-56, in the semifinal round of the Region 6A Boys Basketball Tournament hosted by Wayne County High School.

Mustang EJ Lewis goes to the rim for two points.

Fillies, Mustangs Fall in Region Semifinals

The Huntingdon High School basketball season came to an end in the semifinals of the Region 6-2A tournament in Centerville last week at Hickman County High School.

The McKenzie High School Lady Rebels, District 12A runner-up and Region 6A semifinalist.

Lady Rebels End Season with Semifinal Loss

WAYNESBORO (March 3) — The McKenzie High School Lady Rebels ended their season Monday with a 62-28 loss in the semifinal round of the Region 6A Girls Basketball Tournament to the tournament host Wayne County Lady Wildcats.

The District 12-AA Boys Basketball champion Huntingdon Mustangs.

Mustangs Win District Title

It was a great week for Huntingdon High School basketball as the Mustangs won the district tournament and their opening round region game, and the Fillies opened region play with a win.

Martez Teague signs with Lindsey Wilson College to play football. He is pictured with his mom, Dominic Teague.

McKenzie’s Teague Commits to Lindsey Wilson College

McKenzie — Martez Teague is the third McKenzie Rebel to commit to continue his football career.

Rebels Dominate Second Half for Quarterfinal Win at Frank Hughes

CLIFTON (March 1) — Frank Hughes High School hosted the McKenzie Rebels Saturday for a Region 6A Boys Basketball quarterfinal.

Lady Bulldog Skylar Arnold elevates in the paint for two points. Arnold led all scorers with 16 points in the consolation game.

Gleason Falls to Greenfield in Consolation Game

McKENZIE (February 25) — The District 14A Girls Basketball Tournament concluded Tuesday at Bethel University with consolation and championship games.

The District 14A Boys Basketball tournament runner-up Gleason Bulldogs.

Bulldogs are District Runner-Up

McKENZIE (February 26) — The Gleason High School Bulldogs are runner-up in the District 14A Boys Basketball Tournament hosted by Bethel University after a 61-37 loss to Union City in Wednesday’s championship game.

District award winners from Carroll County: Clarksburg’s Maleigha Abdallah (left) and West Carroll’s Hailey Mitchell. Not present are Clarksburg’s Sam Segraves and Libby Autry. Abdallah, Segraves and Autry were named All-Academic. Segraves was All-District and Mitchell was All-Tournament.

Lady War Eagles Fall in Thrilling Consolation Game

ATWOOD (February 27) — West Carroll High School hosted the conclusion of the District 13A Girls Basketball Tournament Wednesday. The host Lady War Eagles went down to the wire in the consolation game before Halls took the win, 45-42. In another thriller, Middleton claimed the championship over Humboldt, 46-43.

Lady Rebel Molly French fires one of her five three-pointers. French led all scorers (tie) with 21 points.

Lady Rebels Top Trojanettes in Region Quarterfinal, 70-55

McKENZIE (February 28) — McKenzie High School hosted Collinwood Friday to open the Region 6A Girls Basketball Tournament. The host Lady Rebels were in control from the early minutes and cruised to a 70-55 win to advance to the semifinals.

Lady Cats Move to Semi-finals in Conference Championship

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – There is an old adage in sports which states, “It’s hard to beat a good opponent three times in one season.” The fifth seeded Bethel Lady Wildcats proved that to be true as they beat fourth seeded Georgetown 84-58 in the quarterfinals of the Mid-South Conference Saturday afternoon in Bowling Green.

District award winners from Carroll County (L to R): Central's Caden Dean and Parker Finley and McKenzie's Carter Kee and Tate Surber. All four are All-District; Surber and Finley are All-Tournament.

Rebels Coast to Third over Tigers, Warriors Claim Title

McKENZIE (February 25) — McKenzie High School hosted the championship round of the District 12A Boys Basketball Tournament Tuesday. The host Rebels cruised to an 89-50 win over the Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Tigers in the consolation game, and the McEwen Warriors claimed the championship, 50-47, after a thrilling, back-and-forth title game against the Houston County Fighting Irish.

The District 12A Runner-Up McKenzie Lady Rebels.

Lady Rebels are Runner-Up After Thrilling Title Game

McKENZIE (February 24) — McKenzie High School hosted the championship round of the District 12A Girls Basketball Tournament Monday. A thrilling title game saw the host Lady Rebels fall behind early, then outscore McEwen in each of the final three quarters. Tight defense from McKenzie, coupled with a fearless offensive performance in the paint from freshman phenom Jaycee Stafford that yielded 39 points, kept the game in reach. Despite playing much of the second half without their Miss Basketball finalist Laila Downs-Darden, the Warriorettes held on for a 64-60 win. In the consolation game, the Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Lady Tigers led early, but the Houston County Lady Irish bounced back and claimed a 58-47 victory and a third-place district finish.

Wolfe Hired as HCHS Head Football Coach

Henry County High School has announced the hiring of Coach Josh Wolfe as the head football coach. A familiar face to the Patriot family, Coach Wolfe previously served as an assistant coach with the program.

Gleason Bulldogs Edge Greenfield in District

McKENZIE (February 24) - Gleason Bulldogs defeated in-county Class 1A rival Greenfield on Monday, February 24 during the District 13 tournament at Bethel University. Both advance to play again …

Lady Bulldog Brinley Lehmkuhl pulls up in the paint for two points.

Lady Bulldogs Edge Lake County in First Round

GLEASON (February 17) — The Gleason High School Lady Bulldogs hosted Lake County Monday for the first round of the District 14A Girls Basketball Tournament. The tight contest went down to the wire as the Lady Bulldogs claimed a 39-27 win to advance to the semifinals.

Lady Bulldog Ahmyre Allen hits an off-balance shot in the paint.

Lady Bulldogs Fall to Dresden in Semifinal

McKENZIE (February 22) — The Gleason High School Lady Bulldogs faced the top-seed Dresden Lady Lions Saturday in a District 14A Girls Basketball Tournament semifinal at Bethel University’s Crisp Arena.

Lady Rebel Jaycee Stafford floats a shot over a Houston County defender. Stafford led all scorers with 31 points.

Lady Rebels Handle Houston County, Advance to Championship

McKENZIE (February 17) — The McKenzie High School Lady Rebels hosted Houston County Monday for a District 12A Girls Basketball Tournament semifinal contest. The Lady Rebels dominated the second quarter and coasted to a 48-31 win and a spot in the championship game.

The Huntingdon Fillies are runner-up in the District 12AA Basketball Tournament.

Fillies Finish as Runner-Up, Mustangs Advance to Title Game

DOVER — The District 12AA tournament continues at press time as snow has pushed the four-school tournament back by two days.

District Tournaments Continue After Delays

Area high school basketball teams saw district tournaments disrupted by winter weather last week. Some districts have since completed their tournaments, but others are still in process. Region tournament schedules had not been released as of The Banner’s press deadline.

Rebels Fall to Houston County in Semifinal

ERIN (February 22) — The McKenzie Rebels traveled to Houston County High School Saturday for a District 12A Boys Basketball Tournament semifinal. The game was tied after three quarters, but the Fighting Irish pulled away in the fourth for a 65-51 win and a spot in the championship game. The Rebels will play in the consolation game.

Lady War Eagles Top Clarksburg in First Round

CLARKSBURG (February 17) — The Clarksburg High School Lady Rockets hosted West Carroll Monday in the first round of the District 13A Girls Basketball Tournament. Clarksburg had the lead early, but the Lady War Eagles took control and pulled away in the fourth quarter for a 64-44 victory and a spot in the semifinals.

Tate Surber is All-Time Leading Scorer for Rebels

McKENZIE — Tate Surber, a senior at McKenzie High School, is the all-time leading scorer for men’s basketball at McKenzie High School.

West Carroll High School Homecoming Queen Chloe Williams.

Williams is West Carroll Homecoming Queen

ATWOOD (February 13) — Senior Chloe Williams was crowned West Carroll High School Homecoming Queen Thursday during pregame festivities.

Huntingdon’s Hunter Ensley is Featured on UT Network YouTube

UT Vols Chronicles Huntingdon’s Hunter Ensley in a documentary on Youtube. Ensley was born in Alaska and moved to Huntingdon, Tenn.. where he was a two-sport top athlete in baseball and football.

District Tournaments This Week, Weather Prompts Changes

The high school basketball regular season has ended, and district tournaments begin this week for area teams. The potential for winter weather on Tuesday, February 18 has already prompted some changes to game times, and further changes could be necessary later in the week depending on accumulation and road conditions.

Rebel Cole Brown drains one of his four three-pointers.

McKenzie High School Sweeps West Carroll

ATWOOD (February 14) — West Carroll High School hosted McKenzie Friday for a pair of basketball contests, wrapping up the regular season for both schools. The visitors pulled away early in both games. The Lady Rebels won 51-36 in the opener, and the Rebels took the nightcap, 57-19.

Senior basketball players, managers and cheerleaders with their families.

McKenzie Sweeps Milan on Senior Night

McKENZIE (February 11) — McKenzie High School celebrated Senior Night Tuesday and earned a decisive sweep over visiting Milan. Fourteen senior players, managers and cheerleaders were honored prior to the games, joined on the court by family members.

Young cheer enthusiasts who attended the recent Taylor’s Cheer Camp performed at halftime Monday.

McKenzie High Splits Nailbiters with Camden

McKENZIE (February 10) — McKenzie High School hosted Camden Monday for a pair of basketball contests. The Lady Rebels shook off a slow start and pulled off a thrilling comeback to win 44-43. A similar rally by the Rebels came up just short in a 59-58 loss.

West Carroll senior basketball players and cheerleaders were honored before the games. Pictured are (L to R): War Eagle Ryder Krawczyk, escorted by grandparents Mike and Terri Krawczyk, cheerleader Hannah Fowler, escorted by parents Jeremy and Brittany Fowler, cheerleader Bailey Rogers, escorted by parents Daniel and Kelly Rogers, and War Eagle Kayden Melton, escorted by parents Dameon and Mary Melton.

West Carroll Swept by Clarksburg on Senior Night

ATWOOD (February 10) — West Carroll High School celebrated Senior Night Monday prior to a pair of basketball contests against Clarksburg. Two senior cheerleaders and two War Eagle players were honored on the court, joined by family members.

War Eagle Chandler Rimmer leans back to shoot over a Bradford defender.

West Carroll Swept by Bradford on Homecoming

ATWOOD (February 13) — West Carroll High School celebrated Homecoming Thursday and hosted Bradford for a pair of district basketball contests. The Lady War Eagles kept the game in reach but fell to the Lady Red Devils, 52-41. The Red Devils pulled away early for a 53-28 win.

Pate is McKenzie High School Homecoming Queen

McKENZIE (February 7) — Senior Sophie Pate was crowned McKenzie High School Basketball Homecoming Queen Friday during pregame festivities.

State Settles with NCAA for Student-Athletes

NASHVILLE — Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced that a bipartisan coalition of states led by Tennessee has reached a settlement in principle in its lawsuit against the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA).

Rebel KD Cunningham signs to play football at Kentucky Wesleyan College. Pictured are (L to R): KD’s father, Coach Kentrell Diggs; KD; his mother, Raven Cunningham-Tharpe; and sister, Kamdyn Tharpe. Photographs on either side of the family are of KD’s late grandmother and his grandfather, unable to attend, and his late great-grandmother.

Rebel KD Cunningham Signs with Kentucky Wesleyan Football

McKENZIE (February 7) — McKenzie High School football standout Kadarius (KD) Cunningham will continue his gridiron career at Kentucky Wesleyan College. The senior was feted at a signing ceremony Friday in the MHS Theater, joined by family members, coaches, teammates, classmates, teachers and a plethora of supporters.

Huntingdon celebrated Senior Night between games. Pictured (L to R): Kansas Barnhill (escorted by mother Alleina Rose and grandmother Princetine Barnhill), Emily Tippitt (parents Beth and Tyler Tippitt), Delaney Byars (parents Kim and Chad Byars), Quinn Kelley (parents Holly and Cliff Kelley), Sara Beth Smith (parents Dayna Smith and Van and Laura Smith), Josey Stokes (parents Tracy and Richard Stokes), Claire Cary (parents Susan and Mike Cary), E.J. Lewis (parents Heather Lewis and Jason Lewis) and Grace Smothers (parents Deanna and Nathan Smothers).

Fillies, Rebels Win on Huntingdon Senior Night

HUNTINGDON (February 4) — Huntingdon High School celebrated Senior Night Tuesday, hosting McKenzie and honoring three senior cheerleaders and six senior players between basketball contests.

Cats Stun Freed-Hardmen

McKENZIE — Bethel lost an ardent supporter with the passing of Bethel Hall-of-Famer Shorty Akers earlier in the week. Shorty was honored before both games versus Freed-Hardeman Saturday. One has to know the Wildcats, who attended the Akers funeral on Friday played with even more passion in memory of their friend.

The Huntingdon Middle School Fillies pose with the Gold Ball after winning the state championship.

Huntingdon Middle School Fillies Win State Championship

MURFREESBORO (February 1) — The Huntingdon Middle School Fillies completed a trifecta for Huntingdon Middle School Saturday at Middle Tennessee Christian School as they defeated Rickman 72-39 to win their first-ever state championship.

Lady Rebel Jaycee Stafford pulls up for a midrange jumper. Stafford led all scorers with 28 points.

McKenzie Splits Wins on Homecoming

McKENZIE (February 7) — McKenzie High School celebrated Homecoming Friday, hosting Houston County for a pair of consequential district basketball contests.

Laila Scott was joined by family, friends and fellow cheerleaders as she signed with UT Martin Cheer. Pictured are (L to R) Seated: Laila’s sister, Sara; dad, Michael; Laila; mom, Latisha; and MHS Cheer Coach, Brittany Colotta. Standing: MHS cheerleaders — Addi Davis, Carleigh Lunn, Katelyn Prather, Brooke Murphy, Madelynn Pewitt, Aleecia Williams, Baylee Barden, Tobey Brooks, Olivia Pate, Lydia Pate and Reese Gallimore.

McKenzie’s Scott Signs with UT Martin Cheer

McKENZIE (January 27) — McKenzie High School senior cheerleader Laila Scott signed to join the University of Tennessee at Martin’s cheer squad during a ceremony Monday in the theater, joined by family, friends, teachers and fellow cheerleaders.

Rebel Cole Brown drains a three-pointer. Brown scored 16 points.

Huntingdon Sweeps McKenzie

McKENZIE (January 27) — The storied rivalry continued Monday as McKenzie High School hosted Huntingdon for a pair of basketball contests, their first meeting of the season. The Fillies pulled away in the second quarter en route to a 67-35 win. The Rebels took an early lead, but the Mustangs had the edge down the stretch to claim an 86-79 victory.

Lady Bulldog Skylar Arnold draws contact and finishes the shot for a three-point play. Arnold led Gleason with 14 points.

Lady Lions Survive Gleason Rally, Bulldogs Dominate Second Half

GLEASON (January 28) — Gleason High School hosted Dresden Tuesday for a pair of district basketball contests. The Lady Lions led by 28 after three quarters but had to hold off an explosive Lady Bulldog rally to claim a 63-48 win. The Lions led by three at the half, but the Bulldogs were dominant down the stretch to earn a 61-44 victory.

(L to R): Bethel University President Dr. Perry Moulds, new Wildcat football Head Coach Chris Springer and Interim Athletic Director Dave McCulley.

Chris Springer Named Head Football Coach

McKENZIE (January 21) — Bethel University hosted a press conference Tuesday afternoon to announce the appointment of Chris Springer as the next Wildcat head football coach.

Huntingdon Basketball Homecoming Royalty

HUNTINGDON (January 24) — (L to R): Freshman Representatives Grier Bartholomew, daughter of Shane and Julie Bartholomew, escorted by Colt Wood, son of Chad and Cassie Wood.

Pictured are members of the royalty (L to R): Emma Smith, Jacey Pinson, Sophie Pate, Brooklin Hudgins and Kyla Beveridge.

McKenzie High School Homecoming is February 7

McKenzie High School Basketball Homecoming is Friday, February 7.

Senior football players, managers and cheerleaders (L to R) Front Row: Guillermo Hickman, Skyler Fornera, Aden Heath, Jaylin Megaw, Ally Gibson, Lydia Pate, Laila Scott, Baylee Barden and Reese Gallimore. Back Row: Jacob Smith, Barry Swalley, Martez Teague, Colt Norden, Tate Surber, Gage Crosland, Landon Brown, KD Cunningham and Craegen Travis. Not pictured is Trey Gilbert.

McKenzie High School Football Celebrates Phenomenal Season

McKENZIE (January 26) — Players, coaches, cheerleaders, family members, fans and members of the media gathered Sunday afternoon at McKenzie Church of Christ to celebrate another highly successful McKenzie High School football season and all of the people that made it possible.

Huntingdon’s Sara Beth Smith goes strong to the basket and draws contact. Smith led all scorers with 28 points in the Fillies’ win.

Huntingdon Adds Wins on Homecoming

HUNTINGDON (January 24) — Huntingdon High School celebrated basketball Homecoming Friday with a sweep of district opponent Stewart County. The Fillies amassed a sizable lead after three quarters, but had to hold off a late Lady Rebel rally for a 65-56 win. The Mustangs started strong and cruised to a 91-58 victory.

McKenzie Sweeps Houston County

ERIN (January 24) —- McKenzie traveled to Houston County High School Friday for a pair of district basketball contests. The Lady Rebels led throughout and held off a late Lady Irish rally for a 58-54 win. The Rebels trailed at the half but dominated down the stretch for a 76-54 victory.

Lady Bulldog Hylan Leach hits a three-pointer from the top of the key. Leach scored eleven points in Gleason’s win.

Gleason Sweeps Lake County

GLEASON (January 24) — Gleason High School hosted Lake County Friday for a pair of district basketball contests. The Lady Bulldogs were in control throughout for a 43-29 win, while the Bulldogs battled through momentum shifts to come out on top, 66-58.

Huntingdon’s Knox Bennett goes coast-to-coast for two points.

Mustangs Battle, Fillies Cruise in Waverly Sweep

HUNTINGDON (January 21) — Huntingdon High School hosted Waverly Tuesday for a pair of district basketball contests. The Fillies built a solid lead over three quarters, then dominated the fourth for a 74-42 victory. The Tigers kept it close through three frames, but the Mustangs pulled away at the end for a 69-55 win.

War Eagle Kayden Melton goes up strong to put back a rebound. Melton led West Carroll with 17 points.

Central Sweeps West Carroll

HOLLOW ROCK-BRUCETON (January 23) — Central High School hosted West Carroll Thursday for a pair of basketball contests. The Lady Tigers pulled ahead early en route to a 43-26 win, while the Tigers shook off an early deficit to claim a 62-42 victory.

Rebel Craegen Travis snags a rebound and goes back up strong to the basket.

McKenzie Swept by McEwen

McKENZIE (January 20) — McKenzie High School hosted McEwen Monday for a pair of district basketball contests. The fifth-ranked Warriorettes rode an early lead to a 75-51 win. The Rebels made a late rally, pulling within two points more than once before falling to the Warriors, 72-64.

Josey Stokes (left) surpassed 350 career assists. Quinn Kelley (center) passed 200 career three-pointers. The pair were presented plaques by Head Coach David Wilkins.

Stokes, Kelley Honored for Career Milestones

HUNTINGDON (January 17) — Following the Fillies’ victory over Camden Friday, two senior players were recognized for career milestones.

Delaney Byars was recognized for her milestone of 1,000 career points. She was presented with a commemorative ball by Head Coach David Wilkins.

Huntingdon’s Delaney Byars Reaches 1,000-Point Milestone

HUNTINGDON (January 13) — Huntingdon High School senior basketball standout Delaney Byars was recognized Monday night following the Fillies’ win for her recent milestone of 1,000 career points.

Bulldog Kade Sawyers goes strong to the hoop. Sawyers led all scorers with 22 points.

Gleason Splits with South Fulton

GLEASON (January 17) — Gleason High School hosted South Fulton Friday for a pair of district basketball contests. The Lady Bulldogs ran away with a 54-10 victory, while the Red Devils rallied late to force overtime and earn a 63-62 win.

Bulldogs Win Back-and-Forth with Greenfield, Lady Bulldogs Fall

GLEASON (January 14) — Gleason High School hosted Greenfield Tuesday for a pair of district basketball contests. The Lady Yellowjackets pulled away early for a 70-29 win, while the Bulldogs came out on top, 59-57, in a swingy game with multiple lead changes.

Huntingdon’s Delaney Byars pulls up for a jumper over a Camden defender.

Fillies Cage Lady Lions, Mustangs Fall

HUNTINGDON (January 17) — Huntingdon High School hosted Camden Friday for a pair of district basketball contests. The Fillies pulled away in the third for a 59-36 victory, while the Lions had big advantages in the second and third quarters en route to a 94-73 win.

Lady Rebel Gracie Aird navigates the crowded paint for two points.

McKenzie Sweeps Central

McKENZIE (January 14) — McKenzie High School basketball began district play Tuesday, hosting Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central.

Huntingdon’s Knox Bennett scores on a fast break.

Fillies Handle Henry County, Patriots Edge Mustangs

HUNTINGDON (January 13) — Huntingdon High School hosted Henry County Monday for a pair of basketball contests.

Lady Rebel Gracie Aird gets inside for a layup.

McKenzie Dominates Bradford in Sweep

McKENZIE (January 6) — McKenzie High School hosted Bradford Monday for a pair of basketball contests and coasted to a pair of victories. The Lady Rebels made their mark in a lopsided third quarter for a 66-34 win. The Rebels pulled away in the second quarter en route to a 76-51 victory.

Rocket Clay Glosson drives underneath the basket for a reverse. Glosson led Clarksburg with eight points.

Huntingdon Earns Road Sweep at Clarksburg

CLARKSBURG (January 7) — Clarksburg High School hosted Huntingdon Tuesday for a pair of basketball contests. The Fillies jumped out to an early lead and coasted to a 76-29 win. The Rockets kept it close in the first half, but the Mustangs pulled away in the third quarter en route to an 82-39 victory.

War Eagle Kayden Melton goes strong to the basket. Melton led West Carroll with ten points.

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