Area Sports
Renewed Gridiron Rivalry: Scotties edge Trojans 36-35 in double overtime
By T. Wampler, Jobe Sports Barren County High School and Glasgow High School renewed their gridiron rivalry, the Crosstown Classic, last Friday night after an absence of six years. The Scotties hosted their crosstown rival the Trojans in front of a packed house with fans from both schools covering just about every square inch of…
Read MoreMCMS Hornets Softball Takes Third
By: T.J. Morgan The Metcalfe County Middle School softball team traveled to Cumberland County Friday night for the 16th district tournament. The Lady Hornets played Cumberland County in their first matchup. The Lady Panthers would jump out to an early lead 8-1 lead, but the Lady Hornets would fight back, falling just short 8-11. Rory…
Read MoreVintage Baseball Performance at Civil War Days
Katrina England Reporter, Hart Co. News-Herald This year’s Civil War Days brought an all new experience. After the traditional battle reenactment at the Historic Preserve, spectators were treated to an 1860’s style baseball game, with authentic uniforms and rules. During the game, the Georgetown Gentlemen, a vintage baseball team based in Georgetown, Ky.,, played…
Read MoreMyDefense Ribbon Cutting
MyDefense Martial Arts Studio owned and operated by Michael Arnold was the site of a ribbon cutting by the Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday evening. The attendees gathered in front of the business at 110 South Main (the former Nunn Drugs building) and enjoyed grilled hotdogs, chips, and drinks. There was also a…
Read MoreHornet Hot Streak Continues
Metcalfe Golf team after winning the 16th district golf championship -Kruz Tucker, Noah Emmitt, Collin Shive, Ben Shirley, Kailin Birge, and Coach Matt Reed. Picture courtesy of Metcalfe County Schools By: T.J. Morgan Freelance Sports Writer Metcalfe traveled to Hidden Hills in Tompkinsville last Tuesday for the 16th district golf tournament. Led by Collin Shive…
Read MoreEighth Grade Night Victory
By T.J. Morgan Freelance Sports Writer Metcalfe County Middle School Softball hosted the Monroe County Falcons last Tuesday for eighth-grade night. Metcalfe’s three eighth graders, Morgan Avery, Avery Harlow, and Alma Shirley were honored pregame. The game would be the third matchup between Metcalfe and Monroe this season, with the Lady Hornets looking to…
Read MoreMetcalfe Claims Conference
By T.J. Morgan Freelance Sports Writer The Metcalfe Golf team participated in the conference tournament Thursday at The Pines in Adair County. The boys turned in a team score 159, claiming first place out of eight teams. Noah Emmitt and Collin Shive turned in team best 38s, with Kruz Tucker (40) and Ben Shirey…
Read MoreFootball Area Scores week #4: Scotties pummel Patriots, Trojans upset by Falcons
The Glasgow Scotties pummeled the Allen County-Scottsville Patriots 43-7 to run their record to 4-0 as they prepare to host crosstown rival Barren County this Friday night. The Trojans were not so fortunate. The Monroe County Falcons upset the Trojans 34-14. Barren County was a 20-point favorite and that was their margin of defeat. Did…
Read MoreWildcats rundown Colonels 43-28
Caverna High School welcomed Edmonson County to their school for Homecoming festivities last Friday night, but the Wildcats turned out to be unwanted guests. The Wildcats randown the Colonels, spoiling the Caverna homecoming, 43-28. The visitors did not run them over, but the Wildcats did get behind running back Michael Mills and use a powerful…
Read MoreScotties shutout Falcons 28-0
The Glasgow High School Scotties and Coach Jeff Garmon recorded their second shutout of the young season last Friday night at home. The Scotties shutout the Monroe County Falcons 28-0 to improve to 3-0. The Scotties only allowed a touchdown against Russellville (42-6) or they would have three shutouts. The Scotties took the opening kickoff…
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