[metaslider id=8280] The defenses that Munford played against last fall knew to keep an eye on number 2, but it didn't seem to make any difference. A 6-0, 190-pound receiver/running back, Traveon Hawkins racked up big play after big play last season, helping lead Munford to seven wins and a region title, and college recruiters noticed. Hawkins had more than one offer, but … [Read more...] about A position change helped Munford’s Traveon Hawkins earn a scholarship to Campbellsville
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Munford’s Kelton Mason signs football scholarship with Campbellsville University
[metaslider id=8154] Football recruiting during COVID is very complicated, so it took a while for standout Munford cornerback Kelton Mason to find a landing spot. After a recent visit to Campbellsville University in Kentucky, Mason liked what he saw and knew it was the spot for him. He made it official Tuesday afternoon during a signing ceremony at Munford High School … [Read more...] about Munford’s Kelton Mason signs football scholarship with Campbellsville University
Standout Covington lineman Reed Chipman signs with Bethel University
[metaslider id=7859] Reed Chipman was a starting lineman on the undefeated Covington freshman football team in 2017 and the high school coaching staff was excited to get him on the varsity squad the following fall. Except Chipman decided football wasn't for him. "At the time I lost a spark for the sport," Chipman said. "I didn't think it was something I was going to … [Read more...] about Standout Covington lineman Reed Chipman signs with Bethel University
Micah Fulcher edges Richard Cramer in Pigskin Pickers contest
With two weeks left in The Leader's Pigskin Pickers contest, during which local business people pick the winners of high school, college and NFL football games, Richard Cramer led James Moroschak by four games and Keith Miller and Micah Fulcher by six. It seemed like an unsurmountable lead, but turns out it wasn't. Fulcher went 17-3 over the final two weeks to tie Cramer … [Read more...] about Micah Fulcher edges Richard Cramer in Pigskin Pickers contest
The top five Tipton County sports stories of the year
[metaslider id=7569] A global pandemic dominated the news during 2020 and forced the cancelation of several sports. However, before COVID-19 hit and when a path to playing sports during it was eventually figured out, several Tipton County-area athletes and teams accomplished some big things. Here are the top five sports stories of 2020: 5. Clay Busters win state, national … [Read more...] about The top five Tipton County sports stories of the year
Brighton’s Dima Barker follows his brother to Rhodes College
[metaslider id=7468] Brighton senior defensive lineman Dima Barker has a name you don't hear everyday around here. It's a Russian name and an ode to his mom, Tatiana Barker, who was born in Russia and moved to the United States in her 20s. "It's a very common name in Russia," Barker said. There's nothing common, however, about Dima as a football player and high school … [Read more...] about Brighton’s Dima Barker follows his brother to Rhodes College
Covington football players receive multiple postseason honors
The Covington High School football team held its banquet last night at the Manor at Mt. Carmel and numerous players were named all-region and received scholarships. Offensive lineman Reed Chipman was named the Region 7-3A lineman of the year and Dalton Dickerson (38.1 yards per punt) was named the region's top punter. Other Chargers making the all-region team were … [Read more...] about Covington football players receive multiple postseason honors
Brighton, Munford, Tipton-Rosemark football players receive postseason honors
[metaslider id=7448] The All-Region 8-5A football team was announced earlier this week. Because Brighton and Munford were the only region teams that played during 2020, only Cardinals and Cougars made the list. However, considering the seasons several local players had, it’s safe to say many Tipton County players would have been on the list regardless. Munford junior running … [Read more...] about Brighton, Munford, Tipton-Rosemark football players receive postseason honors
