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Eubanks, Byars Named TSWA All-State Baseball

McKenzie’s Maggie Glass, new assistant coach for APSU women’s golf.

Glass is APSU Assistant Golf Coach

MHS Baseball award winners (L to R) Seated: Tate Surber, Craegen Travis and KD Cunningham. Standing: Avery Brown, Cooper Davidson, Lelan Gordon, Cole Brown, Fletcher Holt, Xander Johnsey and Ace Brown.

McKenzie High School Baseball Team Celebrates Stellar Season with Banquet

Rebel second baseman Xander Johnsey fields a grounder and throws to first for the out.

Rebels End Season with Semifinal Loss

LEBANON (May 23) — The McKenzie High School baseball season came to an end Friday with an 8-4 loss to Coalfield in the semifinals of the TSSAA Class 1A Baseball State Championship held at Wilson Central High School.

Rebels Stay Alive with Win Over Bradford, 8-5

LEBANON (May 22) — The McKenzie Rebels bounced back from a loss earlier in the day Thursday to defeat …
Rebels Fall to Coalfield for First Loss

LEBANON (May 22) — The McKenzie Rebels took a tough loss to start the second day of the TSSAA Class 1A …
Rebels Top Whitwell in Opener

LEBANON (May 21) — The McKenzie Rebels opened the TSSAA Class 1A Baseball State Championship Wednesday …
Mustangs Fall Short in State Title Game

MURFREESBORO (May 24) — The Huntingdon Mustang baseball team, after playing two dramatic games on …
Huntingdon Advances to Title Game

MURFREESBORO (May 23) — The Huntingdon Mustangs earned a spot in the TSSAA Class 2A Baseball State …

Mustangs Rout Sweetwater to Open Tourney

MURFREESBORO (May 21) — The Huntingdon Mustangs opened the TSSAA Class 2A Baseball State …
Carroll County Has Strong Showing at State Track and Field

MURFREESBORO — Despite rain and various schedule changes, Carroll County had a strong showing in …
Lady Tigers are Runner-Up With Loss to Eagleville

MURFREESBORO (May 23) — The Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Lady Tigers are the TSSAA Class 1A …
Mustang Gray Eubanks is Mr. Baseball Winner

Huntingdon High School standout Gray Eubanks is the winner for Class 2A Mr. Baseball.
Huntingdon Softball Standout Signs with Bethel

McKENZIE — Huntingdon softball standout Bailey Cary signed with the Bethel University softball …

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- HMS Holds Spring Sports Banquet
  
  Huntingdon Middle School held its Spring Sports banquet Monday, May 12 at the cafeteria of the school. Athletes were honored for Girls …
- Nick Cobb Named Defensive Coordinator for West Carroll War Eagles Football
  
  West Carroll High School is proud to announce the hiring of Nick Cobb as the new Defensive Coordinator for the War Eagles football program. …

McKenzie Rebels

McKenzie High School Soccer Celebrates Season

McKENZIE (May 19) — McKenzie High School boys' soccer celebrated a successful season with a banquet Monday.

Rebels Earn State Tournament Bid with Game Three Win

McKENZIE (May 15) — McKenzie High School hosted Moore County Thursday for a decisive Game Three in the Class 1A Baseball Sectional Series. The Rebels earned a 5-3 win and, with it, a trip to the TSSAA Class 1A Baseball State Championship in Murfreesboro.

Rebels, Raiders Split to Force Decisive Game Three

McKENZIE (May 14) — McKenzie High School hosted Moore County Wednesday for the first two games of the Class 1A Baseball Sectional Series, a best-of-three set to determine who advances to the TSSAA Class 1A Baseball State Championship. McKenzie took Game One, 6-3, and Moore County won Game Two, 5-3, forcing a decisive Game Three the following day.

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 …

The Region 6A Baseball Tournament champion McKenzie Rebels.

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

The District 12A Soccer Tournament champion Huntingdon Mustangs.

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

District 12A Softball Tournament

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.

Mustangs Outlast Chargers to Stay Alive

MURFREESBORO (May 22) — The Huntingdon Mustangs needed eight innings to secure an 11-8 win against Westview Thursday night to stay alive in the TSSAA Class 2A Baseball State Championship at Riverdale High School.

HHS Basketball Teams Feted at Banquet

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

HUNTINGDON (April 12) — The Huntingdon High School basketball teams celebrated their successful seasons with a banquet Saturday afternoon.

Rebels Edge Mustangs, 2-1

Rebel Skyler Fornera and Mustang goalkeeper Gage Foster collide making a play on the ball.

McKENZIE (April 11) — McKenzie High School hosted Huntingdon Friday for a district soccer contest, with the Rebels defeating the Mustangs by a narrow 2-1.

Fillies Fall to Patriots, 5-1

HUNTINGDON (April 1) — Huntingdon High School hosted Henry County Tuesday for non-district softball at Fillies Field, falling 5-1 to the Lady Patriots.

Mustangs Edged by Patriots For First Tourney Loss

MURFREESBORO (May 22) — The Huntingdon Mustangs suffered a narrow, 2-1 loss to White House Heritage to start the second day of the TSSAA Class 2A Baseball State Championship at Riverdale High School.

Mustang Gray Eubanks Named Class 2A Mr. Baseball

Huntingdon Mustang senior baseball player and Southern Mississippi commit Gray Eubanks was named Mr. Baseball in Murfreesboro prior to the state baseball tournament.

Mustangs are State-Bound with Sweep of Eagles

HUNTINGDON (May 14) — The Huntingdon Mustangs are headed to the TSSAA Class 2A Baseball State Championship after sweeping Summertown in the first two games of a best-of-three Sectional series Wednesday, 5-2 and 7-0.

BETHEL 10 & UNDER BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP CONCLUDES

MCKENZIE, Tenn. (June 2025) -Coach Jeff Britt and his staff concluded the Annual Wildcat Individual 10 & under boys' basketball camp Wednesday at Bethel's Crisp Arena. One-on-one …

BETHEL 17 & UNDER BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP CONCLUDES

MCKENZIE, Tenn. (June 2025) -Bethel University Coach Jeff Britt and his staff concluded the Annual Wildcat Individual 17 & under boys' basketball camp Wednesday at Bethel's Crisp Arena. …

Softball Cats Sign South Gibson/ JSCC Standout

MCKENZIE, Tenn. -The Bethel University Lady Wildcats signed softball standout Ashlyn Berkley recently. Ashlyn comes to Bethel from Jackson State Community College, having enjoyed an excellent prep …

- Local Athletes Excel at State Senior Olympics
  
  CHAPEL HILL/FRANKLIN (June 18-22) — Four local athletes brought home hardware from Tennessee Senior Olympics events last week.
- McKenzie 10U Softball Earns Second at Big Bang All Star Classic
  
  PARIS (June 21) — The McKenzie City League 10U All-Stars finished in second place at Saturday's Big Bang All Star Classic.
- McKenzie 8U Softball Earns Second at Big Bang All Star Classic
  
  PARIS (June 21) — The McKenzie City League 8U All-Stars finished in second place at Saturday's Big Bang All Star Classic.

Lady Tigers Win Three Straight to Reach Title Game

MURFREESBORO (May 22) — The Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Lady Tigers bounced back in a big way Thursday, rattling off three convincing wins to earn a spot in the TSSAA Class 1A Softball State Championship game.

Central Falls to Gordonsville For First Tourney Loss

MURFREESBORO (May 21) — The Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Lady Tigers took a tough, 6-0 loss to Gordonsville Wednesday evening, sending them to the lower bracket the next day.

Lady Tigers Crush Oakdale in Opener

MURFREESBORO (May 21) — The Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Lady Tigers started the TSSAA Class 1A Softball State Championship strong Wednesday with a 10-0 win in five innings over Oakdale.

Carroll County Shines at Spring Fling

Carroll County high school athletes left their mark at the TSSAA Spring Fling held in and around Murfreesboro last week.

TN Sports Wagering Council Fines Illegal Sportsbook BUSR

NASHVILLE — The Sports Wagering Council (SWC) fined illegal offshore sportsbook BUSR $50,000 for operating illegally in Tennessee.

Fillies End Season with Extra-Inning Loss to Forrest

CHAPEL HILL (May 16) — The Huntingdon Fillies ended their season Friday with a 6-5 loss in eight innings to Forrest High School in a Class 2A Softball Sectional.

Mustang goalkeeper Gage Foster makes a diving stop for one of his 13 saves.

Mustangs End Season with Overtime Loss to Battle Creek

HUNTINGDON (May 17) — The Huntingdon Mustangs ended their season Saturday with a 2-1 overtime loss to Battle Creek in a Class A Soccer Sectional.

Mustangs Claim Title, Secure Sectional Appearance

KINGSTON SPRINGS (May 15) — The Huntingdon Mustangs are Region 6A Soccer Tournament champions following a 2-1 road win over Harpeth Thursday. The win secured Huntingdon a sectional appearance for a chance to qualify for the TSSAA Class A Soccer State Championship.

Fillies are Runner-Up with Loss to Camden

CAMDEN (May 14) — The Huntingdon Fillies are the runner-up of the Region 6AA Softball Tournament after an 11-4 loss to Camden Wednesday. The loss sent the Fillies on the road for a sectional against Forrest with a state tournament bid on the line.

Mustang goalkeeper Gage Foster deflects a Cheatham County shot. Foster had 13 saves in Huntingdon's win.

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.

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.

The Region 6AA Baseball Tournament champion Huntingdon Mustangs.

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.

The District 12AA Softball Tournament runner-up Huntingdon Fillies.

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.

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

Lady Tigers Edge Lady Rebels in Opener

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.

The District 12A Baseball Tournament champion McKenzie Rebels.

Rebels Claim Title with Big Win Over Tigers

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.

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.

(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

CARROLL COUNTY (May 3) — The Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame enshrined its 23rd annual members during a banquet at the Carroll County Civic Center on May 3.

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 senior players, managers and cheerleaders (L to R): Seated - Laila Scott, Baylee Barden, Reese Gallimore, Lydia Pate, Ally Gibson, Jacey Pinson and Kyla Beveridge; Standing - Tate Surber, Carter Kee, Landyn Smith, Sophie Pate, Landon Brown, Craegen Travis and KD Cunningham.

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.

Rebel Fletcher Holt hit a grand slam in McKenzie's semifinal win over Central.

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 …

The District 12AA Baseball Champion Huntingdon Mustangs.

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 on Friday and Saturday.

Mustang Caleb Ezell earned the complete-game victory, allowing two runs (one earned) on four hits while striking out five and walking one in six innings.

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 of the Camden Lions Thursday.

Lady Rebel shortstop Jaycee Stafford makes a fearless play at second base, committing to the tag to make the out as she collides with a Milan baserunner.

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 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.

Rebel Owen Walker returns a volley in doubles play with partner Alex Garcia.

Lady Rebels Defeat Westview, Rebels Tie

McKENZIE (April 14) — McKenzie High School hosted Westview Monday for district tennis matches. The Lady Rebels earned their first win of the season, 5-2, and the Rebels drew 3-3 against the Chargers.

Rebel pitcher Craegen Travis got the start, allowing one unearned run on one hit while striking out five and walking two in three and a third innings.

Rebels Sweep Warriors in Home-Away Set

McKENZIE/McEWEN (April 14-15) — The McKenzie High School Rebels swept McEwen in convincing fashion in a pair of district baseball contests. Monday, the Rebels earned a 15-1 home win. Tuesday, they traveled for an 18-9 victory.

Rebel Jony Hernandez scores the game-winner with 33 seconds to play.

Rebels Win Thriller in Final Minute Over Union City

McKENZIE (April 17) — McKenzie High School hosted Union City Thursday for a district soccer match. Rebel Jony Hernandez scored a tie-breaking goal with 33 seconds to play for a 2-1 win.

Lady Rebel shortstop Jaycee Stafford fields a grounder for an out.

Lady Rebels Fall to Houston County

McKENZIE (April 14) — McKenzie High School hosted Houston County Monday for a district softball contest. The Lady Rebels fell behind early for an 8-3 loss to the Lady Irish.

Lady Rebel pitcher Braylin Auvenshine earned the complete-game win, allowing two unearned runs on four hits while striking out two and walking three.

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 big inning of offense.

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 Maddox Shiell launches a three-run double in the first inning.

Rebels Sweep Home-Away Set with Tigers

BRUCETON/McKENZIE (April 8-9) — McKenzie High School traveled Tuesday and hosted Wednesday for two district baseball contests against Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central, earning a convincing sweep.

Rebel first baseman Tate Surber fields a grounder and wins the footrace to first base for the out.

Rebels Dominate Irish to Begin District Play

McKENZIE (March 31) — The McKenzie High School Rebels began district baseball play Monday, hosting Houston County and slugging their way to an 11-4 victory.

McKenzie Rebel Soccer seniors (L to R): Tyler McCalister, escorted by his mother, Sheri Dunham; Guillermo Hickman, escorted by parents Teddy Hickman and Guillermina Zaragoza; Skyler Fornera, escorted by parents Gary and Donna Fornera; Nathan Dameron, escorted by parents Steven and Danita Dameron; Alex Juarez Garcia, escorted by Erica Cole and Jessica Spaulding; and Emil Schreitmueller, escorted by Jennifer Belisle and Laura Beth Milam.

Rebels Earn District Win Over Rockets on Senior Day

McKENZIE (March 31) — McKenzie High School hosted Clarksburg Monday for a district soccer match and celebrated Senior Day. The Rebels led 3-0 at the half before pulling away for a 10-1 victory.

2025 NAIA Coach of the Year Chris Nelson earned his 400th career win at home during the NAIA tournament.

Huge NAIA Honors for Coach Chris Nelson, Hart Sisters

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) announced the 2024-25 NAIA Women’s Basketball All-America Teams along with the 2025 NAIA Player of the Year and the 2025 NAIA Coach of the Year.

Tennessee Vol Hunter Ensley of Huntingdon.

Ensley Named TSWA College Baseball Player of the Week

NASHVILLE (March 26) — Tennessee redshirt senior outfielder Hunter Ensley put on a show this past week as he helped the Vols claim a series win over No. 10 Alabama and earned this week’s Tennessee Sports Writers Association College Baseball Player of the Week.

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.

Mustangs Top Rebels, 5-2

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

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.

Huntingdon Wins at McKenzie

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

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.

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.

Fillies Win at McKenzie

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.

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.

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