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
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Covington goes “back to the basics” in district win over Munford
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
Brighton takes two games from Covington; Lady Cougars fight back to beat Cardinals
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
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
Brighton High duo wins fishing state title
High school state titles are hard to come by. There have only been a handful of them in Tipton County over the years. Now you can add a couple of Brighton High School sophomores to that small and elite list. Jaxon Sherfield and Jack Houston Rushing took first place at the Student Angler Federation State Tournament last weekend on the Tennessee River in Perryville. Their five … [Read more...] about Brighton High duo wins fishing state title
Munford and Brighton split series in district play
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
Baseball report: Munford finds ‘diamond in rough’ in loss to Dyer County; Brighton, Covington sweep league opener
Munford may have lost to Dyer County in a series warmup before district games begin, but, after the 5-0 loss on Tuesday night at home, coach Scotty Yount looked at a positive in the negative: Brodie Fortner. The sophomore infielder relieved a struggling Gavin Boyles, who gave up three runs in the first inning. He threw a solid game in the 5.2 innings he pitched, striking out … [Read more...] about Baseball report: Munford finds ‘diamond in rough’ in loss to Dyer County; Brighton, Covington sweep league opener
Cali Dunn signs softball scholarship to Mountain Home
Cali Dunn wanted to pursue a softball career after her time at Munford High and play for a college that will prepare her for the future. Arkansas State University at Mountain Home, that will have its first softball team in the fall, caught her attention. The scenery of the college campus prompted Dunn to finalize her deal with Mountain Home and signed her letter of intent … [Read more...] about Cali Dunn signs softball scholarship to Mountain Home
