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Focused on Harlan County sports — today and yesterday

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Focused on Harlan County sports — today and yesterday

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Middlesboro's Addyson Larew and Harlan's Raegan Goodman chased down a loose ball in action from the 52nd District Tournament on Monday. Harlan advanced with a 66-61 win.

Lady Dragons hold off Middlesboro comeback to earn a spot in finals

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
February 25, 2025
Harlan freshman forwards Braxton Rowe (11) and Kobe Noe battled for a rebound in Friday’s loss to visiting Knox Central.

Dragons close their regular-season schedule with loss to Knox Central

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
February 22, 2025
Harlan senior forward Kylie Noe worked inside for a shot in Monday's game against visiting Knox Central.

Knox ends Lady Dragons’ streak

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
February 11, 2025
Harlan senior forward Kylie Noe has scored over 2,000 points in her high school career and is ranked among the top players in the 13th Region.

Noe working to close memorable HHS career with a strong finish

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
February 9, 2025
Harlan guard Ethan Huff went in for two of his 18 points in the Green Dragons’ win Friday over Lee, Va.

Dragons bounce back in second half to knock off Virginia squad

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
February 8, 2025
Junior guard Dylan Cox led Harlan with 15 points in a 46-34 win Tuesday at Middlesboro.

Fast start propels Green Dragons to a district victory over Middlesboro

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
February 5, 2025
Harlan senior forward Kylie Noe was surrounded by Middlesboro Lady Jackets in Tuesday’s 62-54 win.

Noe, Wynn team for 53 points as Lady Dragons win at Middlesboro

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
February 5, 2025
Harlan senior forward Kylie Noe worked around a Middlesboro defender on Friday during the Lady Dragons' 74-49 victory. Noe scored 18 points in the win, surpassing the 2,000-point mark for her career in the process.

Lady Dragons apply some payback with district win over Middlesboro

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
January 25, 2025
Bell County guard Lyla Scearse worked around Harlan's Cheyenne Rhymer for a shot in Tuesday's game at Log Mountain. Bell County edged the Lady Dragons 68-63.

Lady Cats hang on for a second down-to-the-wire win over HHS

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
January 22, 2025
Harlan freshman forward Braxton Rowe worked against Bell County's Jaxon Thomas in Tuesday's district clash. Thomas scored 15 points in the Bobcats' 81-41 victory.

Bobcats complete sweep of Harlan as Buell leads with 23 points

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
January 21, 2025
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After 40-year wait, trip to Rupp for UK game lived up to expectations

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
January 16, 2025
Harlan County freshman guard Jaylee Cochran worked around a Johnson Central defender in Monday's game. The visiting Lady Eagles improved to 6-0 with a 66-32 victory.

Lady Eagles improve to 6-0 by coasting past Harlan County

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
December 17, 2024
Bell County sophomore Ethan Buell raced down the court in Friday's district clash at Middlesboro. Buell scored a game-high 24 points in the Bobcats' 89-38 win.

Bobcats open district schedule by coasting past Middlesboro

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
December 14, 2024
Middlesboro senior guard Keevi Betts raced down the court in district acton Friday against Bell County. Betts scored 16 points in the Lady Jackets’ 53-48 win.

Lady Jackets end 14-game losing streak against 52nd District rivals

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
December 14, 2024
Harlan County junior guard showed off his leaping ability during Black Bear Madness last month. Cottrell was a leader for the Bears in last year's run to the state finals and is off to a good start this season despite suffering injuries in a July 4 incident.

Cottrell keeping his promises as he works his way back from accident

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
December 8, 2024
Middlesboro sophomore Bryson Brooks hit seven 3-pointers and scored 21 points in the Jackets' season-opening win over Lynn Camp on Tuesday.

Brooks hits seven 3s as Jackets rout Lynn Camp in opening game

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
December 4, 2024
Bell County's Kaleb Miller rushed for a game-high 160 yards and scored a touchdown in the Bobcats' third-round playoff loss Friday to visiting Lexington Catholic.

Blair scores 3 TDs as Knights rally past Bell County in regional finals

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
November 24, 2024
Bell County running back Kaleb Miller rumbled down the sideline during the Bobcats’ second-round playoff win Friday over visiting Lawrence County.

Burnett comes up big as Bobcats defeat Lawrence in second round

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
November 16, 2024
Middlesboro freshman quarterback Bryson Heck completed eight of his 16 pass attempts for 127 yards and a touchdown. Heck also added a rushing touchdown.

Stewart runs for 262 yards, 3 TDs as Tigers eliminate Middlesboro

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
November 9, 2024
Harlan County junior Brayden Casolari finished sixth over the weekend at the Golf Week Junior Tour event in Lexington.

Casolari ties for sixth in field of over 100 in Golf Week tour event

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
November 4, 2024
Harlan quarterback Baylor Varner threw on the move during Friday's game at South Laurel. The Green Dragons closed the regular season with a 56-0 loss.

Griffin throws for four touchdowns as Cardinals coast past Harlan

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
November 1, 2024
Williamsburg quarterback Nate Goodin went in for a touchdown against Harlan's Jonah Sharp in district action Friday.

Jackets reclaim District 7 crown as Goodin scores 3 TDs in win

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 25, 2024
Senior quarterback Nate Goodin led Williamsburg to a 36-6 win Friday over Middlesboro.

Willamsburg captures battle of Jackets for District 7 supremacy

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 18, 2024
Harlan County junior Brayden Casolari is a second-team all-state selection. He participated in this year's state tournament and won a regional title.

HC’s Casolari named to all-state squad as one of top 20 golfers

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 16, 2024
Middlesboro defenders Aiden Spencer (12) and Joseph Craig (7) converged on Harlan County's Bradley Brock during the 50th District championship game at the James A. Cawood field. Both teams bowed out of the 13th Region Tournament Monday night at North Laurel.

HCHS, Middlesboro each suffer 8-0 losses in 13th Region semifinals

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 15, 2024
Harlan running back Darius Akal worked down the sideline in Friday's game against visiting Knott Central.

Gibson runs for 285 yards, four TDs as Patriots coast to win at Harlan

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 12, 2024
Harlan County High School junior Brayden Casolari shot a 78 in the second round of play at the state golf tournament.

Casolari shoots a 78 for second straight day in state tournament

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 9, 2024
Harlan County sophomore Luther Gross battled for the ball against Middlesboro junior Aiden Spencer during Tuesday night's 50th District championship game at the James A. Cawood field. The Black Bears prevailed 2-1, securing their fourth straight district title.

Bears ‘fourpeat’ as district champs

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 9, 2024
Brayden Casolari

Casolari eight shots off the lead after one round of state tourney

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 8, 2024
Harlan County's Bradley Brock battled with a Barbourville player for possession of the ball in action from the 50th District Tournament on Monday.

HC, Middlesboro take different routes into 50th District finals

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 8, 2024
Jayda Boateng had a goal in Bell County's 4-3 overtime win over Harlan County in district soccer action.

Bell County, Middlesboro advance to 50th District tourney finals

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 6, 2024
Brayden Casolari will represent Harlan County at the state golf tournament on Tuesday and Wednesday in Bowling Green. He is the first golfer from HCHS to win a regional title.

Casolari’s countless hours on course pay off with regional title

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 5, 2024
Harlan County's Luther Gross and Middlesboro's Aiden Larew will likely play key roles for their teams in DIstrict 50 soccer action Monday and Tuesday.

Bears seek fourth straight title as district tournament opens Monday

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 5, 2024
Harlan County junior running back Gage Bailey ran for 53 yards in the Bears' district loss Friday against Southwestern.

Bears’ upset bid against defending District 8 champions falls short

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 5, 2024
Adriana Rowe scored 35 goals in her first season of high school soccer to lead Harlan County into the 50th District Tournament opening Saturday at Bell County.

Now at full strength, Lady Bears hope to make a district title run

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 4, 2024
Harlan County senior Josh Rigney went after the ball in action earlier this week against Barbourville.

Yellow Jackets rally for overtime win at HCHS to clinch top seed

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 2, 2024
Harlan County's Amelia Kazy was one of three HCHS seniors to play their last home game Tuesday in the Lady Bears' 13-5 win over Knox Central. Kazy scored a goal as HCHS improved to 6-8.

Lady Bears close regular season by blowing past KC on Senior Night

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 2, 2024
Harlan County midfielder Ray Splawn elevated over the turf for a header to a trailing Black Bear during the Bears’ win Monday over Barbourville.

Brock, Gross score three times each as Bears rout Knox Central

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 2, 2024
Harlan County seniors Bradley Brock (left) and Ray Splawn warmed up prior to the Black Bears' game against Barbourville. The two have combined for more than one-half of the team's goals this season.

Brock, Splawn give Bears a potent 1-2 punch heading into postseason

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
October 1, 2024
Harlan County senior Travis Burkhart is ranked among the state's top goalkeepers and hopes to end his career with a fourth straight district championship.

Ranked among state’s top goalkeepers, HC’s Burkhart wants to end career with another district title

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
September 30, 2024
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My favorite teams, both old and new, will open season in Atlanta

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
September 26, 2024
Middlesboro senior Keevi Betts scored two goals in the Lady Jackets' 5-0 win Monday at Harlan County.

Lady Jackets continue shutout streak with victory over HCHS

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
September 24, 2024
Middlesboro running back Vincent Smith, pictured in action earlier this season, scored a touchdown Friday in the Jackets' 14-12 win over visiting Holy Cross.

Freshmen step up in crunch time to help Jackets edge Holy Cross

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
September 22, 2024
UK junior quarterback Brock Vandagriff interacting with young fans following a 41-6 non-conference victory by the Wildcats over Ohio University. Vandagriff completed 17 of his 24 pass attempts en route to throwing for 237 yards.

From Michigan to Smith, old sports writer happy to be back in the game

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
September 21, 2024
Harlan junior tailback Sedrick Washington broke free for a big gain in Friday's game at East Ridge. The Warriors scored a late touchdown to win 26-22.

Warriors score last to edge Harlan in back-and-forth battle

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
September 21, 2024

Bell defense answers call in win over visiting Commodores

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
September 14, 2024
Harlan County freshman quarterback Brayden Morris handed the ball off to Isaiah Cornett in Friday's game. Morris scored two touchdowns in the Bears' 28-22 loss.

Whitley rallies to defeat Bears with touchdown in final minute

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
September 7, 2024
Harlan County senior Amelia Kazy worked around a Bell County defender in action earlier this season.

Rowe, Peace off to blazing start with Harlan County soccer team

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
September 5, 2024
Bell County quarterback Blake Burnett completed seven of 12 pass attempts for 129 yards in the Bobcats' win Friday over Boyd County.

Bell County rolls up over 300 yards on ground to edge Boyd

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
August 31, 2024
Team members include, from left: Natalie Moore, Olivia Bennett, Callie Smith, Addison Muncy, Amelia Kazy, Hailey Collins, Madlyn Burkhart, Makenna Dillman, Bailey “Finn” Anglian, Ashton Marlow, Willow Peace, Kaydie Coots, Hailey Perkins, Adriana Rowe, Hailee Saylor, Shawnee Peace, Shelby Ball, Alyssa Johnson, Rileigh Duff, Savanah Hickey and Braelynn Langley; not pictured: Brooklyn Haywood and Kayleigh Collinger.

Pittman testing young HCHS squad with a tough schedule

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
August 14, 2024
Harlan County freshman Adriana Rowe scored four goals Tuesday in the Lady Bears' 5-2 win over Bell County.

Four-goal performance by Rowe lifts Lady Bears to win over Bell

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
August 14, 2024
Former Harlan County High School star Trent Noah is enjoying his first summer workouts as a member of the University of Kentucky basketball team.

Noah living the dream as he prepares for first season at UK

By Bill Templeton, Sports Writer
July 1, 2024
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