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Soccer standout Jefferson Travis signs with Cumberland

By The Leader on April 19, 2023

Versatility is an attractive factor that fans love to see with athletes. Being able to score at will and defend opponents to the fewest points possible is what a coach wants to see. Take Jefferson Travis for example, who signed a soccer scholarship to Cumberland University, that plays a defensive role in club ball and an offensive threat on his school team. He is the leading … [Read more...] about Soccer standout Jefferson Travis signs with Cumberland

Covington goes “back to the basics” in district win over Munford

By The Leader on April 19, 2023

After dropping to Munford 6-1 on Monday night at home, Covington was on the brink of being swept by both county rivals. Brighton went 2-0 in their series game last week. With Tuesday’s game being in the Cougar den, the chances of them winning were slim. How did they approach that game? By going back to the basics. Which led to their 5-4 win over a district foe. “We just sat … [Read more...] about Covington goes “back to the basics” in district win over Munford

Rosemark picks up convincing win over Arlington

By The Leader on April 18, 2023

Only three upperclassmen are in the starting lineup for the Lady Rebels. Caroline Jones is the lone senior for them. Having young starters (plus a slew of eighth graders on the varsity roster) require more patience throughout the the season with some players making rookie mistakes. However, after a convincing 4-2 win over Arlington, TRA showed growth. “These young girls have … [Read more...] about Rosemark picks up convincing win over Arlington

Bill Lee refused a TCAP waiver for Covington students whose schools were destroyed in EF-3 tornadoes

By The Leader on April 14, 2023

Their homes and schools were catastrophically damaged after taking a direct hit from an EF-3 tornado two weeks ago and today Crestview families received more bad news: Gov. Bill Lee won't grant them an exception for next week's Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program testing. "Tipton County Schools was notified by state officials today that Crestview Elementary and … [Read more...] about Bill Lee refused a TCAP waiver for Covington students whose schools were destroyed in EF-3 tornadoes

Brighton takes two games from Covington; Lady Cougars fight back to beat Cardinals

By The Leader on April 12, 2023

This time last year Covington took two games off Brighton in the regular season. They also lost to them in the opening game of the district tournament. “Last year definitely left a bitter taste in our mouth,” Brighton Head Coach Ryan Wood said about last year’s losses to their rival. “We got our tails beat in every facet of the game, three games by Covington last … [Read more...] about Brighton takes two games from Covington; Lady Cougars fight back to beat Cardinals

Defender Cooper Magan signs scholarship to Freed-Hardeman

By The Leader on April 12, 2023

A coach seeing their player sign a scholarship is a huge accomplishment to witness, but being a parent who had a chance to coach your son in his final year of high school is more rewarding. That was the case for Jarrod Magan- head coach for Munford soccer- who joined his son, Cooper, as he signed to play for Freed-Hardemen University last Friday. “Proud is just kind of an … [Read more...] about Defender Cooper Magan signs scholarship to Freed-Hardeman

Teenager charged with threatening mass violence at Covington High School on Wednesday

By The Leader on April 12, 2023

A 16-year-old has been charged with threatening mass violence at Covington High School on Wednesday, the Covington Police Department announced. Early Wednesday morning the school's resource officer received a screenshot from Snapchat where there was a threat to "CHS," which was believed to be the local high school, and a warning to students. As a result, school officials and … [Read more...] about Teenager charged with threatening mass violence at Covington High School on Wednesday

Munford and Brighton split series in district play

By The Leader on April 5, 2023

Munford pitcher Chase Spears remembered the game against Brighton last season when the Cardinals scored eight runs in the 2.2 innings he was on the mound. It still rolled through his mind when he pitched against the Cardinals Tuesday night in Munford. He refused to make the same mistake twice. Spears struck out seven batters and allowed just five hits in a 3-2 Munford win to … [Read more...] about Munford and Brighton split series in district play

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