By Thomas Grant Jr. The air of excitement of winning a championship remains as fresh now for the Lexington County Blowfish as it did five months ago. At Wednesday’s first team luncheon for 2024 at the VIP Stadium room, the organization was still reveling in the Coastal Plain League titleContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Before going full steam award on a new year, the Midlands Striper Club recognized its top performers from the old one. The annual banquet was held Jan. 12 at Saluda Shoals River Club. Among the main awards presented were for Team of the Year: 1st PlaceContinue Reading
The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame (SCFHOF) is pleased to announce the commencement of the nomination period for the 2024 Bridge Builder Excellence Award (BBEA). This prestigious award aims to recognize outstanding high school football student-athletes who excel not only on the field but also in academics and communityContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. From practicing on an Irmo field under the watchful eye of grandmother Rebecca Lusk to kicking in state championship games for Dutch Fork head coach Tom Knotts, Tyler Bass has remained focused on his craft. So after signing a four-year extension last year worth $21 millionContinue Reading
In September of the past year, Capital City/Lake Murray Country proudly hosted the renowned Fishing University/University of Fishing National TV show on the breathtaking waters of Lake Murray. The episode features BASS pro-Bryan New from Saluda and Spro’s Jordan Albertson from Georgia, joining hosts Legendary angler Charlie Ingram and co-hostContinue Reading
In an exciting development for our local angling community, Lake Murray has been chosen as the stage for two major kayak fishing championships in 2024. Organized by the Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC), these events promise to bring elite kayak anglers to our beloved waters, showcasing the region’s prowess asContinue Reading
Special to Lake Murray News In a thrilling display of angling prowess, the Midlands Striper Club took to Lake Murray for their monthly tournament on December 16, 2023, launching from Acapulco. The competition saw twenty-nine striped bass brought to the scales, collectively weighing an impressive 219.42 pounds, boasting an averageContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. The much-anticipated finalized classification for the South Carolina High School League school years from 2024-26 were released Tuesday. Class 5A schools in Richland and Lexington schools will increase will three moving up from Class 4A. This group includes for the first time Irmo, along with RidgeContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. High school players from the town of Irmo and surrounding Lake Murray towns were well-represented in this year’s South Carolina Football Coaches Association All-State teams. Class 4A Lower State runner-up Irmo had eight players selected to the first team. Meanwhile, repeat Class 5A champion Dutch ForkContinue Reading
In a momentous achievement, Chapin High School extends a resounding congratulations to senior Cayman Collins for breaking the 1,000-point milestone in his basketball career. This remarkable accomplishment reflects not only individual skill but also dedication, hard work, and a passion for the game. Cayman Collins’s journey to reaching this significantContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. As defending Class 2A champions, Gray Collegiate Academy is accustomed to getting the best efforts from opposing teams. Tuesday night in the Eagles’ Nest, at least one of the visiting teams found itself on the losing end. It was the top-ranked Lady War Eagles who fellContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The high school football playoffs are over, but the All-Star season is in full gear. This weekend will see a pair of games featuring some of the top players from Richland and Lexington counties. Palmetto I-20 Classic The third edition of the All-Star game takes placeContinue Reading
(BOYS)Class 5A1. Lexington2. Summerville3. Byrnes4. Dorman5. Goose Creek6. Cane Bay7. TL Hanna8. Blythewood9. Clover10. St. James Class 4A1. Ridge View2. Greer3. Catawba Ridge4. Lancaster5. Wilson6. Westside7. Riverside8. North Augusta9. Westwood10. James Island CLASS 2A1. Gray Collegiate 2. Oceanside Collegiate3. Hampton County4. Strom Thurmond5. Mullins6. Bishop England7. Marion8. Andrew Jackson 9.Continue Reading
Marion Dupont-Scott responsible for inaugurating the nation’s premier steeplechase event 53 years ago By W. Thomas Smith Jr. There is so much to celebrate about South Carolina and yet far too much is either taken for granted or simply not known. Take for instance our equestrian (horse) culture, history, andContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The “hot potato” battle over the S.C. High School League Class 5A competitive cheer title continued Saturday at Colonial Life Arena. Over the past five years, Chapin and Lexington high schools have gone back and forth as champions. Last year, the Lady Eagles placed third behindContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. High school basketball season is back. This weekend will see the first of three preseason tournaments taking place in Lexington County. It starts with the inaugural Preview Jamboree Saturday at the new Gray Collegiate Academy gymnasium. Ten games, including two girls varsity contests, will take place.Continue Reading