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Munford’s Icarius Hodgin signs with Belhaven University

By Jeff Ireland on March 9, 2022

When Jonathan Hodgin found he was going to have a son a little more than 18 years ago, he was determined to come up with a unique name. He looked into Greek mythology and came across the name Icarius, a spartan king known for his speed. Whether Icarius became fast because of his name or not doesn't really matter. The fact is that he was fast and developed into one of the best … [Read more...] about Munford’s Icarius Hodgin signs with Belhaven University

Week 8 football previews: Brighton, Munford and Tipton-Rosemark face stiff tests tonight

By Jeff Ireland on October 9, 2020

Brighton and Munford, thanks to COVID-19, are already done with region play, so each will play newly-scheduled non-region teams tonight on the road. Rosemark, meanwhile, will play a league opponent it needs two beat to keep its postseason hopes alive. Here's a quick look at each game: What: Brighton (2-5) vs. Fayette-Ware (5-1) Where: Fayette-Ware High School When: Friday at 7 … [Read more...] about Week 8 football previews: Brighton, Munford and Tipton-Rosemark face stiff tests tonight

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