District 13-1A Boys Basketball Tournament
War Eagles Bow Out in Opening Round
From the Feb 24, 2026 e-EditionHALLS (February 17) — The West Carroll High School War Eagles saw their season end Tuesday with a 71-28 loss to Halls in the opening round of the District 13-1A Boys Basketball Tournament.
The host Tigers jumped out to a 25-6 lead after the first frame, pushed to 45-16 at the half. Halls had a 14-9 edge in the third and capped the win with a 12-3 tilt in the final frame.
Skyler Wilhite led West Carroll with eleven points, including a trio of three-pointers. Chandler Rimmer scored six points, and Bryler O’Neal had four with a three. Isaiah Snyder scored three points, and Demarion Gilbert and Trey Williamson each had a pair.
Tiger Ta’Miyon Gooch led all scorers with 16 points.
In the e-Edition
McKenzie Banner February 24, 2026
Feb 24, 2026 · Read the full issue →
Related Stories
Lynn Watkins Named Head Men's Golf Coach at Bethel University
McKENZIE (August 4) — Bethel University Vice President of Athletics Derek Horne announced Thursday the hiring of Lynn Watkins as the new head coach of the Wildcats' men's golf program.
Aug 4, 2026
McKenzie Middle School Hosts Annual Jamboree
McKENZIE (August 1) — McKenzie Middle School hosted its annual football jamboree Saturday evening with 12 teams participating in eight scrimmages, played two at a time on a split field.
Aug 3, 2026
McKenzie Dominates Obion County in Scrimmage
McKENZIE (July 31) — McKenzie High School hosted Obion County Central Friday evening for an all-Rebel scrimmage at the MHS practice field. The host Rebels looked strong on both sides of the ball, especially during the varsity portion of the contest.
Aug 3, 2026
Region 7-2A Football: Will Huntingdon Make a Run at a Second Straight State Championship?
After Milan’s Class 2A runner-up finish in 2024, the Bulldogs' biggest rival, Huntingdon, made the run and won the Class 2A state championship last season.
Aug 3, 2026
