IRMO — Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Cory Helms as the new head football coach at Chapin High School. Helms brings a proven track record of program development, student-athlete growth, and leadership rooted in discipline, accountability, and integrity. A former standout SEC offensive lineman at the University of SouthContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Dell Lever has big shoes to fill as the new head baseball coach at Chapin High School. The former Lexington and Dutch Fork assistant takes over for longtime coach Scott McLeod, who amassed 556 career wins, 12 region championships, and four state titles during more thanContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The return of senior swingman Reagan Haggard to the hardwood provided an immediate boost for the Chapin girls’ basketball team. Having the team’s leading scorer and second-leading rebounder back from a sprained ankle proved critical in back-to-back victories. Against then–region leader Irmo, Haggard and Sami StephensonContinue Reading
By Robin All The driving range got its name because many golfers spend most of their practice time hitting drivers. A solid drive certainly makes the next shot easier than playing from the woods or out of bounds. However, golfers should spend more time practicing shots played from the groundContinue Reading
Photo by Coach Terence Jones – The Chapin girls’ basketball team celebrate in the locker room with the WACH High School Hoops trophy. By Thomas Grant Jr. For the first time in Region 4-5A play, the Chapin girls basketball team was at full strength. Senior forward Reagan Haggard was back in actionContinue Reading
The Boardr, one of the nation’s premier skateboarding contest series, is returning to Irmo this spring, bringing high-energy competition and community spirit to the local skate scene. The two-day event is scheduled for March 27–28 at Friarsgate Skate Park, located at 1113 Friarsgate Blvd. Skateboarders of all ages and skillContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. A full slate of high school basketball featuring several ranked Midlands teams is scheduled for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend, with multiple tournaments and showcase events set to tip off across the region. Two Columbia high schools will host single-day boys and girlsContinue Reading
Photo by Thomas Grant Jr. By Thomas Grant Jr. The opening schedule for 2026 has both Chapin basketball teams playing three straight road games to start Region 4-5A play. Up first was a visit to Dutch Fork to face the defending region champions. The Lady Eagles entered last Friday’s matchupContinue Reading
By Robin All If you study the photo above, you will notice that the chin is preventing the shoulders from fully turning with the back facing the target. This occurs when the head is held too low. The chin should be up, with the eyes looking down at the ball.Continue Reading
(Photos by Edward Walker) By Thomas Grant Jr. New head coach Terrance Jones has hit the ground running with the Chapin girls’ basketball team. The combination of strong commitment from returning and new players since the summer has created a winning atmosphere around the program. “We had a consistent 30-35Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Chapin Wrestling has put together a strong season, showing steady improvement and consistent results on the mat. (Photo by Edward Walker) SCMAT.com Wrestling RankingsClass 5A – Division IIContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The newly-released classification placement of S.C. High School League schools changes little for Chapin High School during the 2026-28 school years. Its enrollment numbers will keep the Lexington/Richland School District Five school competing in Class 5A. Next season, the classification will have just one division. OtherContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Both the Chapin girls and boys basketball teams had strong showings in holiday tournaments. The Eagles finished second at the Hoop for Hope Holiday Tournament at Batesburg-Leesville High School. A few days later, the Lady Eagles made a strong first impression in their first Beachball ClassicContinue Reading
By Robin All Many players swing too flat because they let their arms follow their body’s rotation. Instead, think of your arms swinging more up and down. At the top of the backswing, notice how high the hands are over the back shoulder. Imagine a line drawn through the backContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. During the summer, Pelion native Kenneth Blevins Jr. made a name for himself on the kart racing circuit. The 11-year-old captured two indoor electric kart racing championships in North Carolina and California, achievements that later drew recognition from the Lexington County Blowfish at the ballpark. Now,Continue Reading
IRMO – Chapin High School varsity cheerleader Macie Cox has been named the South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) Class 5A Division II Cheerleader of the Year. Cox who is a senior has been a cheerleader since she was 8 years old and has been cheering for Chapin Varsity Cheer since herContinue Reading