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Why Zach Schrandt changed his mind, returned to coach Gatlinburg-Pittman to TSSAA soccer title
MURFREESBORO — On May 25, 2023, a day after Gatlinburg-Pittman boys soccer fell in the TSSAA state tournament semifinals to Madison Magnet, Zach Schrandt announced he was stepping down as the Highlanders' coach. A month later, he reversed course. Prior to Friday's Class 1A championship game against Chattanooga School...
Tuscola falls to East Rowan, forcing pivotal NCHSAA baseball regional final Game 3
WAYNESVILLE — There was nowhere for Tuscola pitcher Mason Harrell to put East Rowan cleanup hitter Harrison Ailshie. The bases were loaded with no outs in the top of the third and East Rowan up two runs. Harrell's first pitch sailed by Ailshie for a ball. Harrell couldn't afford...
Swain County makes history, sweeps boys, girls NCHSAA 1A track and field championships
With only one event left to determine the boys NCHSAA 1A state track and field champions on Monday, Swain County coach Ian Roper was beyond nervous. For the second year in a row, the event was down to the 1,600-meter relay. A season ago, the Maroon Devils were beat out for the race and the state title. This season, despite needing to finish only fourth, the relay team left no doubt, winning the race and clinching Swain County’s first-ever boys track and field state championship.
Swain County wins first 1A boys track title; Mountain Island Charter's Reggie Daniel named MOP
Swain County narrowly defeated Mountain Island Charter to claim the N.C. High School Athletic Association 1A boys track & field state championship at N.C. A&T University on Monday. The Maroon Devils finished the day with 81 points, just six points ahead of Mountain Island Charter's 75 points. It marks the...
Defending TSSAA soccer state champion Madison falls to Gatlinburg-Pittman in 2023 rematch
MURFREESBORO — The defending Class 1A champions are out of the TSSAA soccer state tournament. Gatlinburg-Pittman defeated Madison 3-1 on Wednesday in the state semifinals at the Richard Siegel Soccer Complex in Murfreesboro. The semifinal contest was a continuation of a new rivalry between the two programs. The Highlanders (17-3-2) won the first meeting...
PHOTO GALLERY: Senior Night at Cherokee Softball
The Cherokee softball team honored its seniors and their families on Friday, April 19. The Lady Chiefs’ seniors are Jada Davis, Rachel Young, Kasie Bowman, Kaylee Cinnamon and Kennedy Dishner. The Rogersville Review publishes photos from eighth grade nights, senior nights, sports queen and homecoming events as space permits. To notify us of an upcoming event or if you have questions, email sports editor Carmen Musick at carmen.musick@therogersvillereview.com.
Swain County wins 4th straight 1A girls track & field title
Swain County's girls track & field team has dominated the 1A state championships the last several years, and Monday was more of the same. The Maroon Devils won their fourth straight state championship, posting 94 points — 53 points ahead of second place, which was a tie between Avery County and Lejeune with 41 points each.
Clemson Triumphs in Sustainability: Local Recycling Efforts Win Big at CRA
Clemson University's Recycling Services was honored with an award from the Carolina Recycling Association (CRA) for its waste reduction efforts during football tailgates. The award was given at the CRA's annual conference in Cherokee, N.C., from April 8-11, 2024. Clemson was recognized for its sustainability efforts, especially during the football game against Wake Forest on October 7.
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