It’s no secret the Brighton High girls’s basketball program has struggled the last few seasons. Mario Strickland, who was hired over the summer to take over the program, was fully aware of that when he took the job. “Its 100 percent a rebuild,” Strickland said. “I watched some film and it didn’t look good, just to be frank.” Strickland comes to Brighton after coaching for … [Read more...] about Mario Strickland hired as Brighton High girls’ new basketball coach
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A familiar face will lead Covington High School baseball into the future
The last time a Covington High School baseball assistant was promoted to head coach, the Chargers won a state title in his first season running the club. That man, of course, was Brad Warmath, who led the Chargers to the 2019 Class AA state title while battling a serious illness. His name is now on the water tower that looks down on the Covington square. Whether that will … [Read more...] about A familiar face will lead Covington High School baseball into the future
Meet Tucker Taylor, Covington High School’s new head softball coach
Tucker Taylor’s plan after college graduation did not include coaching. The 2003 Brighton High School graduate served time in the military and worked in sales for about 15 years before he decided he was ready to do something different. He became a teacher and when an assistant coaching job opened up last spring at Covington, he took it. After longtime head coach Justus Cousar … [Read more...] about Meet Tucker Taylor, Covington High School’s new head softball coach
Brighton motocrosser competing for national title
Tinley McCoy has competed in a lot of prestigious motocross events over the years. Heck, the 12-year-old from Brighton has been riding a dirt bike since she was four years old. Another big one is coming up and she’ll be looking to further her reputation as one of the best racers in the United States. From July 31 to Aug. 5, McCoy will be racing in the Monster Energy AMA … [Read more...] about Brighton motocrosser competing for national title
Munford ace signs with Union University
Munford added another baseball signee with Chase Spears going to Jackson, Tennessee to play for Union University. The lefty will be playing under Casey McGehee, a former professional player who wrapped up his first season with the Bulldogs. “I just feel like it was a great fit for me,” Spears said, “I think it’ll set me up for a very successful future.” Spears’s game brought … [Read more...] about Munford ace signs with Union University
Ma’Liyah Gilliam signs with Bethel University on Track scholarship
Covington Track and Field adds another runner to the Bethel University roster as Ma’Lyiah Gilliam signed her letter of intent with the Wildcats. Ironically, she chose to run in college over playing basketball as she was known for her superb hooping skills on the court, leading her team to district championship this past season. She was also apart if the four-person relay … [Read more...] about Ma’Liyah Gilliam signs with Bethel University on Track scholarship
Kevin Heath hired as Brighton High School baseball head coach
The Brighton High School baseball program reached new heights the last three seasons under head coach Ryan Wood. Brighton made the state tournament for the first time in 2021. Last year, the Cardinals won another district title, won the region for the first time and finished a win away from the Class 3A state title game. Wood stepped down from his position to become an … [Read more...] about Kevin Heath hired as Brighton High School baseball head coach
Braxton Sharp signs Division-I track scholarship
On Braxton Sharp’s high school sporting resume was a 10.99, third-place finish in the State 100m Dash. Also, the Liberty Bowl High School All-Star Offensive Player of the Year took home the Region 8-5A MVP award in 2022. With dozens of college football offers on the table and multiple Division I track scholarship chances, Sharp was a little overwhelmed. Even thinking he should … [Read more...] about Braxton Sharp signs Division-I track scholarship
