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The Rosspoint WIldcats are pictured with the championship trophy after defeating James A. Cawood 49-30 on Thursday in the tournament finals at Harlan County High School.

Rosspoint completes perfect season in county with championship win over JACES

January 26, 2023
Harlan senior center Will Austin went up for a shot against Martin County on Thursday in the state All A Classic. Austin scored 16 points and pulled down 18 rebounds in the Dragons 50-49 loss.

Dragons unable to overcome cold shooting in first-round All ‘A’ loss to Martin

January 26, 2023
Harlan County guard Trent Noah worked agianst Breathitt Countys Christian Collins in Tuesdays game. Noah scored 33 points as the Bears won 87-78 in overtime.

Black Bears rally for overtime win over Breathitt

January 24, 2023
Harlan center Will Austin finished with 22 points and nine rebounds in the Green Dragons 76-72 win Monday over Pikeville.

Dragons make plays on defense down stretch to edge Pikeville in mountain showdown

January 23, 2023
Cumberlands Hunter Fuson headed to the basket in action from the fifth- and sixth-grade county tournament. Fuson scored 15 points in the Redskins 36-33 win.

Rosspoint, JACES roll into semifinals with blowout victories

January 21, 2023
Harlans Aymanni Wynn worked on defense against Middlesboro guard Morgan Martin. Wynn scored 17 points in the Lady Dragons 62-41 victory.

Four Lady Dragons reach double figures in win over Middlesboro

January 20, 2023
Harlan senior forward Jaedyn Gist went up for one of his dunks during the Green Dragons 100-51 win Friday over visiting Middlesboro. Gist scored 25 points.

Akal’s Dragons living the dream at 18-2 following blowout of Middlesboro

January 20, 2023
Harlan County guard Trent Noah, who is pictured working around a defender in Tuesdays game at Bell County, scored 22 points and grabbed nine rebounds in the Bears 79-41 win Thursday at Letcher Central.

Bears waste no time taking control in rout at Letcher Central

January 19, 2023
Bell County forward Gracie Jo Wilder sailed in for two of her 39 points in the Lady Cats 67-56 win Tuesday over Harlan County.

Wilder scores 39 as Lady Cats knock off Harlan County

January 17, 2023
Harlan County guard Trent Noah slammed home two points off a pass from Maddox Huff during Fridays district clash at Middlesboro. The Black Bears improved to 14-3 with a 79-46 win.

Carmical, Huff spoil Jackets’ strategy as HC rolls to district win at Middlesboro

January 14, 2023
Harlan County guard Ella Karst, pictured in action earlier this season, scored 35 points on Friday in the Lady Bears 66-40 win at Middlesboro.

Karst sparks Lady Bears with 35 points in victory at Middlesboro

January 14, 2023
Harlan guard Kyler McLendon sliced between two Clay County defenders in Thursdays game at Manchester. McLendon poured in 41 points in leading Harlan to an 88-86 win.

Dragons survive upset bid at Clay as McLendon pours in 41 points

January 13, 2023
The Harlan Green Dragons are pictured with the championship trophy after a 78-46 win Tuesday over Jackson County in the 13th Region All A Classic. It was the fourth straight title for the Dragons, who tied the longest streak in region history. Harlan also won four straight championships from 1993 to 1996.

Dragons extend All ‘A’ title title streak to four with rout of Jackson in finals

January 10, 2023
Harlan County guard Trent Noah, pictured in action earlier this season, scored 33 points Monday in the Bears 85-71 victory at Clay County.

Bears rally from 10-point deficit to defeat Clay

January 9, 2023
Harlan senior center Will Austin had 16 points and 12 rebounds on Saturday as the Green Dragons overpowered Lynn Camp 82-48.

Green Dragons run past Lynn Camp and into All ‘A’ semifinals

January 7, 2023
The Jackson County Lady Generals edged Harlan 69-63 on Friday to win their second straight 13th Region All A Classic title.

Lady Generals hold off Harlan comeback to repeat as All ‘A’ champs

January 6, 2023
Harlan County guard Trent Noah scored 34 points as the Black Bears claimed a hard-fought 71-63 win Thursday over visiting South Laurel.

Bears come up clutch with late 14-0 run to down South Laurel

January 5, 2023
Harlan County guard Ella Karst worked to the basket against South Laurels Shelbie Mills in Tuesdays game. Mills scored 22 points to lead the Lady Cardinals in a 78-59 victory.

Youth movement carries Lady Cards in victory at Harlan County

January 3, 2023
Harlan sophomore guard Kylie Noe worked against a Middlesboro defender in action from the 13th Region All A Classic on Monday. Noe scored 12 points in the Lady Dragons 54-23 victory.

Lady Dragons roll into All ‘A’ semifinals with victory over Middlesboro

January 2, 2023
Harlan senior forward Jaedyn Gist drove in for two points in last years All A Classic state semifinal game agianst Breathitt County. The Dragons begin their quest for a fourth straight regional All A title on Saturday in Barbourville.

Dragons begin quest for fourth straight All ‘A’ regional title on Saturday

January 1, 2023
Harlan County guard Ella Karst worked against John Hardins Paris Parker in Fridays game at the Chain Rock Classic at Pineville. Karst scored 22 points to lead the Lady Bears in a 49-46 loss.

Lady Bears’ comeback falls short in loss to John Hardin

December 30, 2022
Bill Ellis watched from the press table at Harlan County High School during a basketball game several years ago. Ellis, who died on Friday, was a radio broadcaster and coach in Harlan County for many years and was well-known across the region.

Ellis blessed all those he was around in years as broadcaster, coach

December 30, 2022
Jaylin Smith

Smith steps up to spark HCHS rally in victory over Pineville

December 29, 2022
Harlan County guard Ella Karst worked inside to draw a foul in action against Middlesboro on Wednesday in the Chain Rock Classic at Pineville. Karst scored 26 points in the Lady Bears 59-26 win.

Karst, defense carry Lady Bears to Chain Rock Classic win over Middlesboro

December 28, 2022
Harlan County guard Trent Noah worked around a Trinity defender in action from the King of the Bluegrass tournament on Tuesday. Noah finished with 20 points in the Bears 74-62 loss.

HC finishes 2-2 in King of Bluegrass as Trinity pulls away late in consolation bracket finals

December 20, 2022
Harlan County guard Trent Noah scored 28 points and pulled down 16 rebounds as the Black Bears coasted past Fairdale 69-46 on Sunday in the King of the Bluegrass tournament.

Effort upgrade carries Bears past Fairdale in King of Bluegrass tournament

December 19, 2022
Harlan Countys Maddox Huff went to the basket against Lyon Countys Lukas Breedlove on Saturday. Huff scored 18 points as the Bears fell 76-73.

Bears’ comeback falls short in loss to Lyon at King of the Bluegrass

December 18, 2022
Harlan Countys raced down the court after one her 11 rebounds in the Lady Bears win over Pineville. Smith also had 16 points as HCHS improved to 6-2 on the season.

Lady Bears end PIneville’s six-game winning streak with strong defense, balanced offense

December 16, 2022
Harlan County guard Trent Noah battled with Bell Countys Dawson Woolum for a loose ball in district action Tuesday. Woolum scored 36 points in the Black Bears 76-65 victory.

Strong finish helps Black Bears fight off Bell’s upset bid

December 13, 2022
Harlan Countys Paige Phillips worked against Bell County center Kairi Lamb in Tuesdays district clash. Bell County claimed a 64-54 win.

Lady Bears unable to overcome shooting woes in loss to Bell

December 13, 2022
The Corbin Lady Hounds edged North Laurel 76-75 on Saturday to win the WYMT Mountain Classic.

Lady Hounds edge North Laurel in WYMT tourney finals

December 11, 2022
Sophomore guard Maddox Huff worked around a Breathitt County defender in action from the WYMT Mountain Classic on Saturday. Huff scored 29 points in the Bears 82-57 victory.

Bears bounce back with rout of Breathitt

December 10, 2022
The Harlan Green Dragons won the first WYMT Mountain Classic title in school history with a 66-56 win Saturday over Perry Central in the tourney finals at the John C. Combs Arena.

Green Dragons become first team in school, county history to win WYMT Mountain Classic

December 10, 2022
Perry Central guard Rydge Beverly put up the game-winning shot in the Commodores 52-50 win over Harlan County on Friday in the WYMT Mountain Classic semifinals.

Beverly delivers buzzer-beating 3 to shoot down Bears in WYMT semifinals

December 10, 2022
Harlan senior guard Kaleb McLendon went up for two of his 11 points in the Green Dragons 75-56 win Friday over Breathitt County in the semifinals of the WYMT Mountain Classic.

Dragons storm into WYMT finals with rout of 14th Region’s top squad

December 10, 2022
Harlan County guard Trent Noah prepared to release a shot at the end of the first half on Wednesday in the WYMT Mountain Classic. Noah scored 36 points and pulled down 18 rebounds in the Bears 63-40 win.

Noah carries Bears into semifinals with 36-point, 18-rebound night against Knott

December 7, 2022
Harlan senior forward Jaedyn Gist sailed past Hazards Jamal Hazell for two of his 14 points in the Dragons 49-48 win in the WYMT Mountain Classic. Gist hit the game-winning free throw to send Harlan into a semifinal matchup Friday against Breathitt County.

Gist’s free throw sends Dragons past Hazard and into WYMT semifinals

December 6, 2022
Harlan County forward Jaylin Smith sliced between Barbourvilles Layla Brock and Emilee Sizemore for two of her 13 points in the Lady Bears 66-29 win Monday over visiting Barbourville.

Balanced offense, strong defense help Lady Bears roll past Barbourville

December 5, 2022
Senior guard Hailey Austin helped lead the Harlan County defense in the Lady Bears 63-33 win Saturday at Clay County.

Lady Bears surge past Clay with strong defensive effort

December 3, 2022
Harlan Countys Jonah Swanner guarded Mercer Countys Seth Caton in action from the Ted Cook Classic at South Laurel. Swanner scored 20 points in the Bears 88-45 victory.

Bears’ defense stands strong in rout of Mercer

December 3, 2022
Harlan guard Emma Owens went in for two of her 17 points in the Lady Dragons 78-44 win over Williamsburg.

Lady Dragons transform turnovers into layups on the way to rout of Williamsburg

December 2, 2022
Harlan County point guard Ella Karst drove the baseline against Knox Centrals Halle Collins in Thursdays game. Karst led the Lady Bears with 23 points, but Collins had 26 to lead Knox to an 81-60 victory.

Collins and company open schedule with impressive win at HC

December 1, 2022
Harlan County senior Taytum Griffin followed a pick from Jaylin Smith on her way to the basket in Mondays season-opening game against Knott Central. Griffin scored 15 points in the Lady Bears 65-57 victory.

Lady Bears open season with victory over Knott Central

November 29, 2022
Sophomore guard Maddox Huff scored 27 points to lead Harlan County past Danville Christian 76-67 on Saturday in the G.J. Smith Showcase at South Laurel High School.

Bears close strong for scrimmage win over Danville Christian

November 27, 2022
Rockcastle Countys Travis Rogers drove agianstg Harlans Kyler McLendon in scrimmage action Friday at South Laurel. McLendon scored 23 to lead the Dragons, who led by 19 in the fourth quarter before Rockcastle County rallied to win 73-72.

Rockets rally from 19 down to edge Harlan on last-second 3

November 26, 2022
Team members include, from left, front row: Reggie Cottrell, Brody Napier, Jonah Swanner, Daniel Carmical, Ethan Simpson, Taelor Haywood and Hunter Napier; back row: Cayden Hensley, Brennan Blevins, Ethan Shular, Aaron Johnson, Maddox Huff, Trent Noah, Jaycee Carter, Caleb Johnson, Aidan Reynolds, Evan Simpson, Brayden Hensley and Gage Peck.

Jones inherits talented squad with sights set on deep postseason run

November 24, 2022
Team members include, from left, front row: Aymanni Wynn, Leah Davis, Kaylee Clark, Emma Owens, Peighton Jones, Carly Madden, Kylie Noe and Annie Hoskins; back row: Addison Campbell, Trinity Jones, Reagan Goodman, Abbie Fields, Addison Jackson, Peyshaunce Wynn, Gracie Hensley and Shelby Doan.

Rowe confident that ‘it’s time to win’ for her Lady Dragons

November 24, 2022
Team members include, from left, front row: Kylie Jones, Savannah Hill, Peyton Lunsford, Ella Karst, Taytum Griffin, Hailey Austin, Faith Hoskins, Addison Gray and Cheyanne Rhymer; back row: coach Anthony Nolan, Preslee Hensley, Lacey Robinson, Paige Phillips, Jaylin Smith, Taylor Lunsford, Whitley Teague, Alley Stewart and Maddi Middleton; not pictured: Whitney Noe.

Featuring senior-dominated lineup, Lady Bears expect to build on success

November 24, 2022
Team members include, from left, front row: Cameren Maples, Will Austin, Kaleb McLendon, Jaedyn Gist, Kyler McLendon and Derek Pruitt; back row: Dylan Cox, Nate Montanaro, Jacob Clark, Matthew Pennington, Connor Daniels, Jake Brewer and Trenton Cole.

Adjusting to life without Akal, veteran Harlan squad determined to continue winning ways

November 24, 2022
Harlan County High School senior Matt Lewis signed with the University of the Cumberlands on Thursday to continue his golf and academic career at the University of the Cumberlands. Pictured at the signing ceremony are, from left: HCHS golf coach Greg Lewis, Matt Lewis, Jessica Lewis and University of the Cumberlands golf coach Aaron Watkins.

Lewis becomes first HC golfer to continue in college with decision to sign with Cumberlands

November 20, 2022
Harlan County junior point guard Ella Karst sliced past a Williamsburg defender in scrimmage action Saturday. Karst scored 19 in the Lady Bears 96-43 victory.

Lady Bears rout Williamsburg in scrimmage as six reach double figures

November 20, 2022
Harlans Kylie Noe worked inside for two of her 19 points during the Lady Dragons 55-39 victory over visiting Shelby Valley in scrimmage action.

Lady Dragons coast past Shelby Valley in scrimmage

November 19, 2022
James A. Cawoods Brantley Burkhart drove to the basket as Cawoods Chance Smith defended in action from the Black Bears Preseason Panorama on Monday. JACES claimed wins over Cawood and Evarts.

JACES, Rosspoint roll to two wins each in panorama

November 14, 2022
Harlan County sophomore guard Maddox Huff worked around a Dobyns-Bennett defender in Saturdays season-opening scrimmage. The Black Bears won 100-84.

Bears win shootout against defending Tennessee state champs

November 12, 2022
Harlan senior fullback Dylan Middleton broke free for a big gain in the Green Dragons 42-7 win last week over Sayre. Middleton and the Dragons travel to Pikeville on Friday.

Dragons face tough test against top-ranked Pikeville in second round of playoffs

November 9, 2022
Harlan Countys Maddox Huff, Trent Noah and Jonah Swanner are among the returning starters for the Black Bears as they open the 2022-2023 season on Saturday against Dobyns-Bennett, Tenn., in a scrimmage at HCHS.

Bears to face Dobyns-Bennett, defending Tennessee 4A champs, in scrimmage

November 7, 2022
Senior tailback Jayden Ward ran for 216 yards to help lead Harlan to a 42-7 rout of visiting Sayre in the first round of the Class A playoffs on Friday.

Sayre no match for Harlan in rematch as Dragons advance in playoffs

November 4, 2022
Harlan County running back Thomas Jordan found an opening around the Perry Central defense earlier this season; Jordan ran for over 1,000 yards this season. The Black Bears travel to Corbin on Friday for the first round of the 4A playoffs.

Black Bears face tough task in opening-round game against unbeaten Corbin

November 3, 2022
Rosspoint captured the seventh- and eighth-grade county tournament title with a 50-30 win over Black Mountain on Thursday at Harlan County High School. Team members include, from left, front row: Reagan Clem, Emmalyn Branson and Jaycee Simpson; back row: Lauren Lewis, Jaylee Cochran, Madilynn Nolan, Shasta Brackett, Adrianna Thomas and coach Rob McHargue.

Lady Cats roll past Black Mountain for 7-8 county title

November 3, 2022
Harlan running back Darius Akal followed his blockers during the Dragons win earlier this season over visiting Lexington Sayre. The two teams meet again Friday in the first round of the Class A playoffs.

Dragons, Spartans preparing for rematch in first round of Class A playoffs

November 3, 2022
James A. Cawood point guard Carmen Thomas worked past Evarts Anna Thomas in county tournament action Saturday. Thomas led the Trojanettes to a 37-23 win with 13 points.

Top seeds move into semifinals of 7-8 county tourney

October 29, 2022
Bell County running back Daniel Thomas scored four touchdowns in the Bobcats 38-16 win Friday at Harlan County.

Thomas’ 166-yard, 4-TD night propels Bobcats past HC

October 28, 2022
The Rosspoint Lady Cats captured their third straight fifth- and sixth-grade county championship with a 38-34 victory over James A. Cawood. Team members include, from left, front row: ;Andrea Napier, Avery Long, Morgyn Belcher, Zoey Reed, Madi Barrett, Natalie Creech and Aaliyah Webb; back row: Barbara Osborne, Natalie Flanary, Kenadee Sturgill, Aiselyn Sexton, Shasta Brackett, Jaycee Simpson, Adelynn Burgan, Emily Cooper and Brooklyn Daniels.

Lady Cats hold off JACES to capture third straight county title

October 27, 2022
Harlan senior fullback Dylan Middleton picked up yardage in last weeks win over Pineville. Middleton and the Dragons close their regular-season schedule Friday at Leslie County.

Dragons preparing for aerial assault from Collett and company in trip to Leslie County

October 27, 2022
Harlan County junior receiver/quarterback Jonan Swanner followed blocks by seniors Connor Blevins, Issac Downs, Johnny Brock and Austin Roark on his way to a touchdown in the Bears win Friday at Perry Central. The Bears will honor their seniors before Fridays game against Bell County.

Bears will find out Friday if they can hold up against Bell’s power ground game

October 27, 2022
Black Mountains Vanessa Griffith was surrounded by Trojanettes in county tournament action Tuesday.

Lady Cats, Trojanettes earn spots in 5-6 county finals

October 25, 2022
Greg Lewis

Lewis steps down after four years as leader of HCHS golf program

October 23, 2022
Black Mountains Gracie Youngs set up the Tigerettes offense as Cawoods Campbell Thompson defended during Saturdays win over Cawood in the fifth- and sixth-grade county tournament.

Favorites advance in 5-6 county tournament

October 22, 2022
Harlan senior tailback Jayden Ward ran for 232 yards and scored four touchdowns as the Green Dragons earned a home playoff game by downing visiting Pineville 42-20.

Ward runs wild as Dragons regain 119 supremacy and home playoff game

October 21, 2022
Harlan County senior linebacker Josh Sergent went for a tackle in a game earlier this against Clay County. Sergent and the Black Bears close their district schedule Friday at Perry Central.

Playoff berth goes to winner of HCHS-Perry matchup

October 20, 2022
Harlan running back Jayden Ward followed a block from WIll Austin in last weeks win over Lynn Camp. The Green Dragons return to action Friday at home against Pineville.

Dragons, Lions renew ‘Battle of 119’ with home playoff game going to winner

October 20, 2022
The Harlan County Lady Bears are pictured with their championship trophy after defeating Bell County in five sets on Tuesday in the 52nd District Tournament finals at Middlesboro.

Lady Bears end eight-year title drought with five-set thriller over Bell

October 18, 2022
Harlan County freshman Savannah Hill set the ball in district tournament action against Harlan on Monday.

Lady Bears roll into district finals with three-set win over Harlan

October 17, 2022
Harlan lineman Noah Kirby grabbed Lynn Camp quarterback Peyton WIlson before help arrived in Fridays district game. The Green Dragons held Lynn Camp to only three yards rushing on the night in a 54-8 victory.

Green Dragons pummel Lynn Camp to set up showdown against Pineville for home playoff game

October 14, 2022
Harlans Donovan Montanaro and Nate Montanaro teamed for a tackle in district action last week at WIlliamsburg. The 5-2 Dragons return to action Friday at home against Lynn Camp.

Dragons turn focus to Lynn Camp as district title chase continues

October 12, 2022
Harlan sophomore running back Darius Akal scored on a 12-yard run in the Green Dragons 26-16 loss Friday at Williamsburg.

Jackets ride ball-control attack to district win over Harlan

October 8, 2022
Harlan running back Jayden Ward followed his blocks for a gain in last weeks game against Phelps. The 5-1 Green Dragons return to action Friday at Williamsburg.

Green Dragons hope to build on hot start and end Williamsburg’s district dominance in process

October 5, 2022
Harlan County junior Thomas Jordan headed toward the end zone in a win over Pike Central earlier this season. Jordan and the Black Bears play at Letcher Central on Friday.

LC’s Little provides big test for reeling HCHS defense in crucial district tilt

September 29, 2022
Harlans Jayden Ward headed outside as Dylan Middleton blocked in last weeks win over Sayre. The 4-1 Green Dragons travel to Phelps on Friday.

Dragons focusing on maintaining momentum in final test before opening district play

September 29, 2022
Brayden Casolari

Casolari becomes first HC golfer to earns a trip to state competition with 11th place finish in sub-state tourney

September 26, 2022
Harlan County tailback Thomas Jordan broke away from South Laurels Garrison Brown in action earlier this season. Jordan and the Black Bears will open their district schedule Friday at home against Clay County.

Slowing down Rice will be top priority as Bears seek to avenge last year’s loss at Clay

September 21, 2022
Donovan Montanaro and the Harlan offense will take on a big challenge Friday at home against Lexington Sayre. The Green Dragons bring a 3-1 record into the game.

Dragons get another shot at redemption against a Sayre squad that dominated last year

September 21, 2022
Harlan running back Jonah Sharp went behind a block from Caden Mefford in Saturdays middle school game against Williamsburg.

Big plays send Williamsburg to victory over Dragons

September 18, 2022
Harlan County sophomore running back James Ryan Howard ran through a big hole during the Black Bears win Thursday over Knox Central. Harlan County will play host to Pike Central on Friday.

After thriving as underdog, Bears will play role of favorite against Pike Central

September 14, 2022
Dylan Middleton battled for yardage in the Green Dragons win over East Ridge. Harlan travels to Middlesboro on Friday.

Dragons face toughest test of season with trip to Middlesboro

September 14, 2022
Harlan County junior guard Trent Noah is drawing interest from numerous Division I schools. Coaches from Western and Miami (Ohio) were at the high school on Friday to watch a workout and talk with Noah and his parents.

Two Division I coaches visit HC to watch Noah

September 10, 2022
Harlan Countys Thomas Jordan ran for three touchdowns and 214 yards in the Black Bears 45-18 win Thursday over Knox Central.

Black Bears shock Knox with 302-yard ground attack

September 9, 2022
The Harlan County High School golf team won the Pine Mountain Golf Conference title with a 325 on Wednesday, 50 strokes ahead of Bell County. Team members, pictured with coach Greg Lewis, are Matt Lewis, Brayden Casolari, Cole Cornett and Alex Creech.

Black Bears steamroll to Pine Mountain Golf Conference title

September 7, 2022
Knox Central quarterback Steve Partin has rushed for 504 yards and nine touchdowns to help the Panthers start the season with three straight wins. The Panthers will play host to Harlan County on Thursday at Union College.

Containing Partin will be Bears’ top priority in matchup against Knox Central

September 7, 2022
Green Dragons seek redemption in trip to Tennessee

Green Dragons seek redemption in trip to Tennessee

September 1, 2022
Harlan County senior lineman Connor Blevins went after a Hazard runner in last weeks game. Blevins and the Bears will be back in action Friday at Whitley County.

Bears, Colonels battling injuries heading into Friday’s matchup

September 1, 2022
The Harlan County Lady Bears celebrated after finishing off a 25-12, 25-15, 26-24 win Thursday over Harlan.

Lady Bears sweep Harlan in district clash

August 25, 2022
Harlan County running back Thomas Jordan followed fullback Josh Sergent in the Black Bears season-opening win Friday over South Laurel. Harlan County returns to action Friday at home against Hazard.

Bears face tougher test in Week 2 against Johnson, Dogs

August 24, 2022
Harlan senior running back Jayden Ward battled for yardage in Fridays game against Berea. Ward ran for 143 yards and three touchdowns in the Dragons 28-22 victory. Harlan will play East Ridge on Friday at Belfry in the Pike County Bowl.

Dragons ready for prime time matchup against East Ridge in Pike County Bowl

August 24, 2022
The Harlan County High School volleyball team includes, front row, from left: Paige Allen, Savannah Hill, Lindsay Hall, Chloe Shelton, Emilee Eldridge, Brooklyn Wood, Taylor Clem, Destiny Cornett; middle row: coach Christina Spurlock, Chelsey Farley, Maggie Clem, Mallory Miles, karli Shoupe, Susy Mumford, Brooklyn Burke, Callie Griffith, Rileigh Duff and coach Dianna Blanton; back row: coach Dixie Ewing, Maddie Middleton, Lesleigh Brown, Abby Sherman, Kylee Hoskia, Kaitlyn Daniels, Ashton Evans, Kylee Moyers, Madison Daniels, Kalista Dunn and coach Cathy York.

Lady Bears hope to build on progress, contend for district title

August 21, 2022
Amos McCreary will lead Harlan County into its season opener on Friday at home against South Laurel in the First Priority Bowl.

HC, Harlan open season at home in First Priority Bowl matchups

August 17, 2022
Team members include, from left, front row: coaches Bill Dean, Chase Huff, Dion Coldiron, Amos McCreary, Scotty Bailey, Jacob Branson and Robert Evens; second row: Chance Sturgill, Brody Hensley, Garrett Wilder, Aaron Johnson, Landon Cook, David Barger, Braxton Cornett, Ryan Coos, Hayden Maggard, Dellan Clem, Chris Johnson and Jason Maggard; third row: Jayce Brown, Jameson Wilkinson, Devin Lewis, Alex Green, Peyton Jackson, Plez Dean, Dalton Bray, James Ryan Howard and Ryan Clayborn; fourth row: Luke Kelly, Jared Rhymer, Carter Howard, Thomas Jordan, Dallas Sergent, Brayden Howard, Darren Alred, Bryan Howard, Ethan Rhymer, Landon Saylor and Hayden Maggard; fifth row: Bradley Henson, Jesse Napier, Jacob Shoemaker, Jonah Swanner, Mason Beach, Will Cassim, Tyler Baker and Toby Webb; back row: Connor Blevins, Tanner Griffin, Josh Sergent, Issac Downs, Austin Roark, Bradley Young, Gavon Spurlock, Brady Huskey and Zach Burgan.

Black Bears seek return to ‘respectability’ as they enter 2022 season

August 15, 2022
Team members include, from left, front row: Ella Farley, Kameron Blanton, Kendyll Blanton, Tess Bryson, Emma Owens, Marissa Marlowe, Campbell Nunez, Mallory McNiel, Carley Thomas and Taylor Hall; back row: Ava Nunez, Haven Saylor, Hannah Jones, Shawna Cox, Heather Maples, Annie Hoskins, Carly Jump and Kaylee Roark.

Experienced Harlan squad anticipating a big season in 2022

August 15, 2022
Hailie Hensley is the first female golfer at Harlan County High School.

Hensley making history as first female golfer at Harlan County High School

August 14, 2022
Harlan County senior fullback Josh Sergent broke loose for a big gain against Magoffin County in scrimmage action Saturday. The Black Bears won 34-8 and will open their regular-season schedule Friday at home against South Laurel.

Black Bears overpower Magoffin in final preseason tuneup

August 13, 2022
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