Area Sports
TSSAA Approves High School Basketball Shot Clock
Article by Steve Corlew The news this past week of the adoption of a shot clock in high school hoops brought back memories of a game at Lexington High School where the final score was, get this, 7-4, in overtime. In 2003, Chester County was playing McNairy County in the Region 6-AA tournament finals at…
Read MoreTiger Stays a Tiger: Russell Wilson Signs with West Alabama
Article by Jordan Morris Lexington High School senior Russell Wilson has officially signed to continue his football career at the University of West Alabama, where he will remain a Tiger at the collegiate level. Wilson, a versatile standout for Lexington, played multiple… For complete coverage, see the June 17th edition of the Lexington Progress. Subscribe…
Read MoreYoung Anglers Test the Waters
Young anglers wet their hooks and hauled in fish of all sizes during the Henderson County Sheriff Office annual fishing rodeo on Saturday, June 6th. The event is part of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s… For complete coverage, see the June 10th edition of the Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreTri-County Volleyball Wraps Up Successful 2026 Season
Article by Jordan Morris The Tri County Volleyball League recently concluded another successful season at the Decatur County Civic Center, bringing together young athletes from Henderson, Perry, Decatur, and Madison counties for several weeks of competition and development. The season began on the first Saturday in April and culminated with… For complete coverage, see the…
Read MoreSH Anglers Continue Historic Season With State Championship Victory
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Student Anglers added another chapter to an already remarkable season last weekend as Parker Smith and Luke Roberts captured the Tennessee Bassmaster Junior State Championship on Watts Bar Lake in Kingston. Smith and Roberts became the first junior team in Tennessee Bassmaster history to win multiple… For complete…
Read MoreLady Lions Season Ends at State Tournament
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lady Lions saw a memorable season come to a close this week at the TSSAA Class 2A State Softball Tournament in Murfreesboro, finishing the year with an impressive 28-12-1 overall record. Scotts Hill opened state tournament play Tuesday against Marion County, battling early before falling 15-6. The Lady…
Read MoreLions Close Season With State Tournament Appearance
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lions wrapped up a successful 2026 baseball season last week with a trip to the TSSAA State Tournament, finishing the year with a 23-16 overall record after facing two tough opponents in Murfreesboro. The Lions opened state tournament play Tuesday with a 9-3 loss to Pigeon Forge. Scotts…
Read MoreLions Clinch State Tournament Berth with Dominant Substate Wins
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lions are headed to the TSSAA Class 2A State Baseball Tournament after turning in two impressive performances in the Substate round Thursday. Scotts Hill opened the day with a 14-0 victory over… For complete coverage, see the May 20th edition of the Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreLady Lions Punch Ticket to State Tournament
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lady Lions are headed to the TSSAA Class 2A State Softball Tournament after an impressive three-game run in the Substate round. Scotts Hill opened the week Monday, May 11 with a 12-5 victory over Union City. The Lady Lions collected… For complete coverage, see the May 20th edition…
Read MoreChandler Retires After Chasing The Golden Basketball for 43 Years
Article by Jordan Morris Scotts Hill High School’s Tracy Chandler is stepping away from the basketball court after 43 years of coaching middle school and high school girls. Former players, school and community leaders and fans came out to honor the coach on Sunday, May 17th. They presented him with… For complete coverage, see the…
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