SPORTS
Introducing Washington County's new winter sports head coaches
There are six Washington County high school varsity teams being led by new head coaches (one of them returning to a lead role) this winter. Let's get a quick introduction to the new faces in charge. Nissa Freeman ...
Here are 42 Washington County high school boys to watch in 2023-24 winter sports
The Washington County high school winter sports season soon will be in full swing with basketball, indoor track and field and wrestling. Here are 42 boys to watch:. Aidan Alvarez, Sr., Williamsport, wrestling — Alvarez finished 32-10 at 106 pounds as a junior. Nicky Anderson, Sr., Williamsport, wrestling —...
Leffew, Montgomery Capture MAAC Weekly Men’s Basketball Awards
EMMITSBURG, Md. (December 4, 2023) – Senior Dakota Leffew and Freshman De'Shayne Montgomery took both Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) weekly awards, announced by the conference Monday. Leffew took Player of the Week honors while Montgomery earned Rookie of the Week credentials. Leffew averaged 22 points in the conference...
Trenton Edgewood overcomes Middletown Madison
Trenton Edgewood grabbed a 65-55 victory at the expense of Middletown Madison at Middletown Madison High on Dec. 5 in Ohio girls high school basketball action. In recent action on Nov. 30, Middletown Madison faced off against Waynesville and Trenton Edgewood took on Bellbrook on Nov. 30 at Trenton Edgewood High School.
The Safety of Artificial Turf Fields is Still to be Questioned
This year, every high school in Frederick has turf fields to practice on or play events. Prior to this, Walkersville, Tuscarora, Catoctin, and Brunswick only had grass fields. But was it worth it to have every high school’s main field be turf fields?. The county used the bulk of...
Evolve Academy Affiliate Children's Invitational BJJ Tournament: A Day of Resilience and Competition
Get ready to witness the power of resilience and the spirit of competition at the Evolve Academy Affiliate Children's Invitational BJJ Tournament. This unique event is set to take place on Sat, Dec 02 from 8am to 5pm at the Groundswell MMA, located at 8420 Gas House Pike Unit ZZ, Frederick, MD 21701.
Here are 37 Washington County high school girls to watch in 2023-24 winter sports
The Washington County high school winter sports season soon will be in full swing with basketball, indoor track and field and wrestling. Here are 37 girls to watch:. Alkire, a senior forward, averaged 9.3 points and 7.6 rebounds per game last season. Amelia Beck-Schmieder. Smithsburg indoor track & field. Beck-Schmieder,...
The Varsity Field Hockey Season Comes To an End
After a long season with ups and downs, the Oakdale High School Varsity Field Hockey Season has come to an end. Oakdale made it all the way to the state quarterfinals, but unfortunately their season came to a quick end in the playoffs losing to Severna Park 5-0 and ending their season with a record of 12-3.
Theodorsson's Double-Double Not Enough to Overcome Mount St. Mary's in 55-46 Defeat
EMMITSBURG, Md.- The Bucknell Bison women's basketball team (2-7) fought gamely but lost 55-46 to the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers (3-4) on Tuesday night. The host team outscored Bucknell 20-10 in the final quarter to win. Bucknell led for the entire first half. It took until three minutes into the...
After The Whistle: Ryland Weaver
SALISBURY, Md.- Meet Hood College Commit Ryland Weaver, a Delmarva native who’s played baseball for years as a catcher. Most athletes have gone the traditional route of making their sports dreams come true. Weaver didn’t to high school, he was home-schooled and has been taking classes at Wor-Wic Community College since he was 14.
Track & Field Hopes to Build Off High Marks at Indoor Season Opener
EMMITSBURG, Md. (November 30, 2023) – Mount St. Mary's receive support for a strong season in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) polls and look to match that vote of confidence in their opening meets Saturday between Bucknell and Navy. Field events kick off the schedule, with track and...
Multi-dimensional Linganore rolls over Northern-Calvert, into state final against familiar foe
Football coaches often say that it takes everyone to win a championship. And Linganore’s 56-20 victory Friday night over visiting Northern-Calvert in a Class 3A state semifinal illustrated the point fairly well.
Swimming & Diving Returns to Compete in Dual Meet at the ECAC Winter Championships; Divers to Battle at H2Ounds Invitational
Stony Brook, Siena, Iona, NJIT, Le Moyne, Baruch, St. Peter's, Marist, Lehman, Monmouth, Long Island University, Hunter College, Columbia University, Mount St. Mary's, Adelphi, Felician, Manhattan. H2Ounds INIVITATIONAL. Baltimore, Md. | Mangione Aquatic Center. December 1st – 2nd | Friday (5 p.m.); Saturday (10 a.m. / 3:00 p.m.) WATCH...
Vargas, Hamelin Have Big Games to Lift Mustangs Men’s Basketball over Hagerstown
HAGERSTOWN, Md., November 26, 2023 – A pair of career days by Albert Vargas and Jawarie Hamelin fueled the Monroe College Mustangs men's basketball team to its fourth straight victory on Sunday, defeating Hagerstown Community College, 90-77, on the final day of the Jim Brown Memorial Classic. The Mustangs improve to 6-2 overall with the win, while the Hawks fall to 4-4.
Catherine Carey Earns Bronze at Parapan American Games
EMMITSBURG, Md. (November 28, 2023) – Mount St. Mary's freshman Catherine Carey recently competed at the 2023 Parapan American Games in Santiago, Chile, earning bronze medals in the long jump along with the 100 and 200 meter dashes. Carey was part of a contingent of 58 athletes representing the United States in track & field events, classified as athletics by the Games.
Mustangs Men’s Basketball Opens Maryland Weekend with Victory over Allegany
HAGERSTOWN, Md., November 25, 2023 – The Monroe College Mustangs men's basketball team made it back-to-back victories over Allegany College of Maryland and three straight wins overall on Saturday, defeating the Trojans, 77-71, on Day 1 of the Jim Brown Memorial Classic, hosted by Hagerstown Community College. The Mustangs improve to 5-2 overall with the win, while the Trojans drop to 6-2.
Defense stands strong, but Walkersville sees inspired playoff run end against Huntingtown
HUNTINGTOWN — For every great defensive stand Walkersville made in Friday’s Class 2A football semifinal against Huntingtown, it had just as many frustrating offensive drives that ended in no points. The dagger came with just over three minutes left and the Lions trailing by two touchdowns. They had...