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Harlan All-Star Kolbi Green was congratulated at the plate after his third-inning home run Friday in the District 4 Tournament at Barbourville. Harlan advanced with a 10-3 win over Middlesboro Pineville Bell.

Blasts by Green, Southerland ignite Harlan Stars in victory over MPB

By John Henson, Managing Editor
June 20, 2025
Harlan County senior guard Reggie Cottrell sailed to the basket for two of his 16 points in an 80-36 win over Betsy Layne at Clay County High School.

Black Bears post another sweep in summer action at Clay County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
June 18, 2025
Harlan County junior guard Trent Cole raced down the court Monday in summer scrimmage action at Clay County. Cole scored 22 points to lead the Bears in a 70-29 rout of Leslie County.

Black Bears roll past Leslie as part of three-scrimmage sweep at Clay

By John Henson, Managing Editor
June 16, 2025
Harlan County sophomore guard Kylee Runions worked inside for a shot in scrimmage action Friday at Bell County. Runions scored nine points in the Lady Bears’ 64-49 win over Barbourville.

Lady Bears split a pair of summer scrimmages at Bell County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
June 14, 2025
Harlan County senior guard Whitney Noe worked against Hazard's Emily Higgins in summer scrimmage action Monday. Noe scored eight points to help HCHS take an early lead, but Hazard rallied for a 51-47 victory.

Lady Bears fall at Hazard, split at Perry in summer scrimmages

By John Henson, Managing Editor
June 10, 2025
Eddie Gilbert II was introduced Monday as the new boys basketball coach at Middlesboro High School. A 2009 Middlesboro graduate, Gilbert has been an assistant coach the past 10 seasons.

Gilbert selected as new leader of Middlesboro basketball program

By John Henson, Managing Editor
June 9, 2025
Maddox Huff worked against an Indiana defender on Friday in the Kentucky-Indiana All-Star Game in Lexington. Huff led the Kentucky All-Stars in scoring and assists in the two-game series.

Star of Stars — HC’s Huff thrives in Kentucky-Indiana All-Star games

By John Henson, Managing Editor
June 8, 2025
Harlan County eighth-grade guard Taylynn Napier worked against the Letcher Central defense with the help of a pick from Raegan Landa in action from the Leslie County Team Camp. Harlan County won four of four junior varsity scrimmages and split four varsity scrimmages during the week.

Lady Bears split scrimmages over two days at Leslie County camp

By John Henson, Managing Editor
June 5, 2025
Harlan County senior guard Reggie Cottrell worked inside for two of his 21 points Tuesday in scrimmage against Perry Central. The Commodored edged HCHS 54-48. Cottrell scored 20 in the Bears' 62-42 win over Knott Central earlier in the day.

Bears split summer scrimmages against 14th Region opponents

By John Henson, Managing Editor
June 3, 2025
Harlan County's Luke Kelly went across the finish line to win the state championship in the 200-meter dash on Friday at the University of Kentucky in the 2A state meet.

Kelly places ‘exclamation point’ on track career with two state titles

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 30, 2025
Harlan first baseman Abbi Fields connected on a two-run homer Monday in the second inning of a 6-2 win over Knox Central in the 13th Region Tournament at Corbin.

Lady Dragons break down another barrier with regional tourney win

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 26, 2025
Pineville junior Rachel Howard struck out 15 as the Lady Lions advanced in the 13th Region Tournament with a 2-1 win over Harlan County.

Pineville advances as Howard wins pitchers’ duel at regional

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 26, 2025
Harlan first baseman Jared Moore had the game-winning hit Friday as the Green Dragons rallied for a 5-4 win over Bell County in the 52nd District Tournament finals at Harlan County.

Moore’s walkoff hit sends Harlan to district title victory over Bobcats

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 23, 2025
Jake Brewer helped ignite the Harlan offense from the leadoff spot as he reached base three times in the Dragons' 12-2 win over Middlesboro in the first round of the 52nd District Tournament at Harlan County.

Dragons battle adversity as they advance to 52nd District finals

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 22, 2025
Harlan County sophomore Zayden Casolari pitched well in a 4-2 loss to Bell County on Thursday in the 52nd DIstrict Tournament as he gave up five hits with four strikeouts and three walks.

Burnett’s 4-hitter helps Bobcats hold off Harlan County’s upset bid

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 22, 2025
Harlan senior Ella Farley connected on one of her two hits Wednesday in the Lady Dragons’ 7-1 win over Harlan County in the 52nd District Tournament finals.

Fast start sends Lady Dragons past HCHS for second straight title

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 21, 2025
Harlan County eighth-grade catcher Jaylin Robinson connected for a hit in the Lady Bears' 7-1 win over Middlesboro in the 52nd District Tournament on Monday.

Lady Bears break out of slump in tourney victory over Middlesboro

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 19, 2025
Harlan first baseman Abbi Fields tagged Bell County's Jayda Boateng as she got back to the bag during 52nd District Tournament action Monday. Fields homered in the Lady Dragons' 9-0 victory.

Lady Dragons coast into district finals with win over Bell County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 19, 2025
University of Kentucky guard Trent Noah provided directions to campers during the ARH Trent Noah Pro Camp on Saturday.

Former HCHS star back home to lead ARH Trent Noah Pro Camp

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 17, 2025
Harlan County’s DaShaun Smith worked his way back to first base in Thursday’s game against Letcher Central. Smith had a hit and scored the game-winning run in the seventh as the Bears walked off with a 12-11 victory.

Black Bears walk off with a win after overcoming early 6-0 deficit

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 15, 2025
Harlan catcher Addison Jackson tagged out Harlan County's Halanah Shepherd as part of a double play in the second inning of a district clash Thursday at HCHS. The visiting Lady Dragons won 9-1.

Harlan breaks out of midseason swoon with win over Lady Bears

By John Henson, Managing Editor
May 1, 2025
Harlan County senior Luke Kelly signed to continue his academic and athletic careers at Morehead State University. Pictured with Kelly are, from left, front row: Tara Kelly, Matthew Kelly, Ashley Coldiron and Dion Coldiron; back row: HCHS Principal Kathy Napier, HCHS coach Ryan Vitiate, HCHS athletic director Eugene Farmer and Harlan County School assistant superintendent Brett Johnson.

Kelly moving on to Morehead after a record-breaking career at HCHS

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 30, 2025
Harlan County senior Peyton Lunsford signed to continue her academic and athletic careers at Morehead State University. Pictured with Lunsford are, from left, front row: Kristie Farley, Karen Givens, Taylor Lunsford, Paige Lunsford, Rylee Napier and Mitchell Lunsford; back row: First Priority leader Bo Lee, HCHS Principal Kathy Napier, HCHS coach Ryan Vitatoe, HCHS athletic director Eugene Farmer and Harlan County School assistant superintendent Brett Johnson.

Lunsford follows through on plans with grandfather to run at MSU

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 30, 2025
Peyton Lunsford and Luke Kelly became the first Harlan County High School athletes to sign with a Division I school for track and cross country when they both signed with Morehead State University on Wednesday.

A double dose of track history at HCHS

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 30, 2025
Harlan junior shortstop Baylor Varner made an acrobatic throw to first base during Tuesday's district clash at Harlan County. Varner led the Dragons with a double and single in an 8-3 victory.

Green Dragons complete first 52nd District sweep with win at HCHS

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 29, 2025
Harlan's Jake Brewer led off second base as Harlan County shortstop Aiden Craig worked to keep him close in Monday's game. Brewer had two hits and a sacrifice bunt on a suicide squeeze to lead the Dragons to a 4-1 victory.

‘Small ball’ approach works for Green Dragons in win over HCHS

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 28, 2025
Harlan County High School senior Hunter Lawson became the first county student to sign with a college for esports when he signed with Mars Hill (N.C.) on Tuesday. He is pictured with his sister, Ryleigh; mom, April; father, Mark; and sister, Macie.

HC’s Lawson makes history as he signs with Mars Hill esports team

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 24, 2025
Harlan County senior catcher Jade Burton raced to first in Tuesday's district clash at Harlan. Burton had a hit in the Lady Bears' 6-5 win.

Adams survives early, thrives late as Lady Bears rally for district win

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 22, 2025
Bell County center fielder Jackson Walters led off second base as Harlan County's Alex Creech stayed close in Monday's district clash/ Walters had a double and single in the Bobcats' 7-1 victory.

Bell’s offense breaks out after a slow start to defeat Black Bears

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 21, 2025
Harlan County's Alexis Adams struck out 13 and scattered seven hits in the Lady Bears' 7-3 win Thursday over Middlesboro.

Lady Bears overcome a slow start in district win over Middlesboro

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 17, 2025
Harlan senior Annie Hoskins signed with Alice Lloyd College earlier this week to continue her volleyball and academic careers on the next level. Pictured with Hoskins are her parents, Angela and Alex Hoskins.

Hoskins moving on to next level as she signs with Alice Lloyd

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 16, 2025
Harlan junior Baylor Varner pitched 6 2/3 innings Monday in a district showdown against Bell County. The Dragons rallied with three runs in the seventh inning to win 4-3.

Green Dragons rally with three runs in last at bat to edge Bell

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 14, 2025
Harlan County catcher DaShaun Smith slid into third base during Monday’s game against Middlesboro. Smith had two doubles and a single as the Bears rolled to a 15-0 win in three innings.

Smith’s hitting, Creech’s pitching power Black Bears to district win

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 14, 2025
Harlan County guard Maddox Huff was a first-team all-state selection on both the Herald Leader and Courier Journall all-state teams.

HC’s Huff is an all-state selection on Herald, Courier Journal teams

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 10, 2025
Harlan shortstop Ella Farley waited on a pitch from Pineville's Rachel Howard in action from the 13th Region All "A" Classic. Farley had a triple and single in the Lady Dragons' 16-6 victory.

Lady Dragons pound their way to All ‘A’ win against Pineville ace

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 8, 2025
Harlan's Kylie Noe signed with Union Commonwealth University to continue her academic and athletic career. She is pictured with Earl Sanders (back), Kobe Noe and Joyce Owens.

Noe reverses course, will continue her basketball career at Union

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 7, 2025
North Laurel forward Reece Davidson scored 36 points in a win over Breathitt County and 41 points in a loss to Montgomery County and last week's state tournament. Davidson and the Jaguars will enter the 2025-2026 season as the preseason favorite.

From The Sidelines: Jaguars in position for another repeat in 2026

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 31, 2025
North Laurel junior Reece Davidson went up for two of his 41 points over Montgomery County's Andrew Terry in state tournament action Friday. The Indians edged North 69-66 to advance to the semifinals.

Jarvis provides spark as Montgomery overcomes Davidson’s monster night

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 28, 2025
North Laurel junior forward Reece Davidson slammed two of his 36 points in the Jaguars' win over Breathitt County at the Sweet Sixteen.

North Laurel makes history with first-round victory over Breathitt

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 27, 2025
Harlan County first baseman Halanah Shepherd connected on a pitch in Monday's game against Barbourville. Shepherd had a single and two RBI in the Lady Bears' 13-3 win.

Lady Bears’ offense comes alive with 10-run win over Barbourville

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 24, 2025
Harlan senior third baseman Ella Lisenbee signed with the University of Pikeville on Monday. She is pictured with Harlan coach David Overbay (left) and University of Pikeville coach Robert Staggs, as well as her father, Scott Lisenbee (standing), an assistant coach at Harlan.

Lisenbee taking non-stop style of softball to the next level at UPike

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 24, 2025
Harlan County's Alex Creech delivered a pitch in Friday's season-opening 5-0 loss to visiting Clay County.

Black Bears are limited to two hits in a season-opening loss to Clay

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 21, 2025
Maci Messer (4) will be among the leaders next season for South Laurel in its quest for a 13th Region title.

From The Sidelines: South picked to end North’s run as champions

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 18, 2025
Team members include, from left, front row: Connor Wilkinson, Jackson Bird, Chance Sturgill, DaShaun Smith, Aiden Lewis, Cameron Brock, Brayden Howard, Kayden Adams, Killian Jackson, Elijah Creech, Colby Shepherd and Frankie Ross; back row: Aiden Craig, Jessie Gilbert, Hayston Hensley, Brennan Blevins, Gunnar Johnson, Alex Creech, Gunnar Burkhart, Colston Boggs, Kayden Hensley, Zayden Casolari and Gavvin Lloyd; not pictured: Brayden Morris, Carson Clark, Colby Clay and Hayden Cornett.

Bears starting over in ’25 after last season’s disappointing conclusion

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 17, 2025
Team members include, from left, front row: Braylen Gilley, Lindsey Skidmore, Sydney Jenkins, Kendall Brock, Carmen Thomas, Aly Sherman and Alexis Adams; back row: D'Anna Cook, Halanah Shepherd, Jade Burton, Maddy Blair, Aviya Halcomb, Akira Lee and Jailynn Shackleford

Lady Bears expecting to build on strong finish as they open season

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 16, 2025
Team members include, from left, front row: Peyton Wynn, Gracie Hensley, Jordyn Smith, Ella Farley, Ella Lisenbee and Autumn Madewell; back row: Lacey Lemarr, Addison Jackson, Jaylyn Wynn, Sariah Pace, Abbi Fields, Ally Kirby, Ava Nunez, Raegan Goodman and Addison Campbell.

Lady Dragons reaching for new heights with veteran squad back

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 16, 2025
Team members include, from left: Baylor Varner, Caiden Meadors, Luke Luttrell, Jaxson Perry, Eli Freyer, Grant Shelton, Jared Moore, Caiden Jackson, Brody Owens, Jake Brewer, Matthew Nunez, Chris Rouse and Beck Bryson; not pictured: Tucker Sullivan.

After ‘breaking down walls in ’24,’ Dragons seeking new challenges

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 16, 2025
Several current and former Harlan Countians were among those selected to the 13th Region Basketball Hall of Fame on Monday during halftime of the regional championship game at The Corbin Arena, including Lewis Morris (left) and Casey Lester.

County standouts among those added to 13th Region Hall of Fame

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 11, 2025
Bell County guard Blake Burnett worked against South Laurel's Jordan Mabe in action from the 13th Region Tournament on Thursday. Mabe led the Cardinals with 22 points and had a big game on defense as South advanced with a 59-43 victory.

South’s defense dominates in an opening-round victory over Bell

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 6, 2025
Harlan County guard Maddox Huff worked against Knox Central's Tydus Summers in action from the 13th Region Tournament on Wednesday. Huff scored 28 points in the Bears' 61-49 victory.

Bears open defense of 13th Region title with win over Knox Central

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 5, 2025
Corbin guard Raegan Walker drove to the basket as Harlan's Aymanni Wynn defended in 13th Region Tournament action Tuesday. Walker scored 23 points in the Lady Hounds' win.

Walker comes to rescue as Lady Hounds survive against Harlan

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 5, 2025
Sophomore guard Shelbie Mills worked inside for a shot over Harlan County’s Jaycee Simpson in 13th Region Tournament action. Mills scored 28 points as the Lady Panthers advanced with a 70-41 victory.

Lady Panthers roll into semifinals as Mills scores 28 in win over HC

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 4, 2025
Eddie Creech, the former football coach at Harlan County High School, has been selected to lead the district's middle school program.

Creech happy to be back on the gridiron as middle school coach

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 3, 2025
Pineville coach Brad Levy cut down a net after his Mountain Lions defeated Knox Central 76-71 in the 51st District Tournament finals Friday.

Mountain Lions win district title

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 1, 2025
Harlan County senior guard Maddox Huff scored 29 points to earn tournament most valuable player honors in the Black Bears' 61-51 win over Bell County on Friday.

Bears’ defense steps to front with victory over Bell in 52nd finals

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 1, 2025
Harlan senior forward Kylie Noe was doubled teamed by Harlan County's Jaycee Simpson and Lacey Robinson in action from the 52nd District Tournament finals on Thursday. Noe scored 25 points in the Lady Dragons' 55-47 victory.

Noe takes over as Lady Dragons hold off HC in 52nd District finals

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 27, 2025
Harlan County guard Reggie Cottrell drew a foul as he went up for a shot in 52nd District Tournament action Tuesday. Cottrell scored 12 points in the Bears' 68-49 victory.

Bears overcome inspired effort by Harlan to advance in tournament

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 26, 2025
Harlan County eighth-grade guard Jaycee Simpson went inside for two of her 14 points Monday in the Lady Bears' 59-51 win over Bell County in the 52nd District Toumament.

Bell’s 5-year run as 52nd District champs ends with upset loss to HC

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 25, 2025
Harlan senior forward Kylie Noe worked inside for two of her 15 points in the Lady Dragons' 74-42 win.

Lady Dragons close regular season with a surprising rout of Corbin

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 18, 2025
Harlan County freshman guard Kylee Runions put up a shot in Monday's win over Barbourville. Runions scored 28 points as the Lady Bears coasted to a 72-46 victory.

Lady Bears build confidence as shots fall in win over Barbourville

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 17, 2025
Harlan senior Aymanni Wynn carried on a family basketball tradition as a five-year starter for the Harlan Lady Dragons. Wynn's mother, Savanna, was an all-state forward at Cawood High School in the early 2000s.

A Wynn-Wynn situation

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 16, 2025
Harlan senior forward Aymanni Wynn scored 28 points in the Lady Dragons' 71-42 win Friday at Harlan County.

Noe, Wynn take over in second half as Lady Dragons pound HC

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 15, 2025
Harlan County guard Reggie Cottrell went up for a shot against Harlan's Nate Montanaro in Friday's district clash. The Black Bears rolled to a 73-21 win.

Bears’ defensive surge continues as seniors say goodbye with rout

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 15, 2025
Harlan guard Dylan Cox put up a shot against Williamsburg's Andrew Smith in Thursday's game. Smith led the Jackets with 23 points in a 72-58 victory.

Jackets respond to Harlan’s surge, close out victory with 12-0 run

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 13, 2025
Harlan County guard Trent Cole, pictured in action earlier this season, hit four 3-pointers Wednesday and scored 12 points in the Bears' 74-23 win at Middlesboro.

Bears reach the 20-win mark in blowout victory at Middlesboro

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 13, 2025
Harlan guard Izack Saylor scored 22 points Tuesday in the Green Dragons' 79-70 loss to visiting PIneville.

Mountain Lions overcome their free throw woes to defeat Harlan

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 12, 2025
Harlan senior forward Kylie Noe worked inside for two of her team-high 26 points in the Lady Dragons' 80-69 win over visiting Leslie County.

Lady Dragons place four in double figures as they down Leslie County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 11, 2025
Harlan County guard Reggie Cottrell twisted his way around the South Laurel defense for a shot in Monday's 13th Region showdown. Cottrell finished with nine points, 12 rebounds and several big plays on defense in the Bears' 67-63 win.

Cottrell provides spark as HCHS holds off Cardinals in showdown

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 10, 2025
Ella Farley signed recently with the University of Pikeville to continue her academic and athletic career. Pictured with Farley are, from left, front row: Kristi Farley, Rob Farley, Ella Farley, Jennifer Saylor and University of Pikeville coach Robert Staggs; back row: Harlan coaches Scott Lisenbee and David Overbay.

Farley, igniter of Harlan offense, will continue career at Pikeville

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 9, 2025
Harlan guard Peyshaunce Wynn headed to the basket during the Lady Dragons' 67-38 win Saturday over Owsley County in the Donnie Gray Shootout at Clay County.

Lady Dragons place four in double figures as they rout Owsley County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 9, 2025
Harlan County freshman guard Kylee Runions worked around a Clay County defender in Saturday's game in Manchester. Runions led the Lady Bears with 15 points in a 55-42 loss.

Clay takes control in second half as HC falls with free throw woes

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 9, 2025
Harlan County senior guard Maddox Huff poured in 35 points, hitting seven 3-pointers, as the Black Bears overpowered visiting Middlesboro 84-34.

Black Bears celebrate Senior Night with 50-point rout of Middlesboro

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 8, 2025
Harlan County guard Maddox Huff worked against an Evangel defender in last year's Sweet Sixteen semifinals. Huff helped lead the Bears to a state runner-up finish last year and is among the state leaders in scoring this year at 29.8 points per game for the 17-7 Bears.

Huff working toward another deep postseason run to cap his senior season

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 7, 2025
Harlan County guard Brody Napier worked inside for two of his 16 points in the Bears’ 54-52 loss Tuesday against Bell County. Harlan County guard Brody Napier worked inside for two of his 16 points in the Bears’ 54-52 loss Tuesday against Bell County.

Huff’s putback at buzzer helps Bell end Bears’ 24-game home streak

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 4, 2025
Bell County senior guard Lauren McGeorge went up for a shot in Tuesday's district game at Harlan County. McGeorge scored 22 points in the Lady Cats' 53-46 win.

Fast start sends Lady Cats to win despite HC’s second-half surge

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 4, 2025
Rosspoint captured the seventh- and eighth-grade county championship with a 55-43 win Monday over James A. Cawood.

Wildcats complete perfect season with victory over JACES in finals

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 3, 2025
Harlan County guard Reagan Clem dribbled past Barbourville's Marleigh Martin in Saturday's game. Clem led the Lady Bears with 20 points in a 54-43 win.

Lady Bears find intensity and turn momentum in win at Barbourville

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 1, 2025
Harlan senior Addison Jackson signed with Montreat College on Friday to continue her athletic and academic career. She is pictured with her brother, Caiden Jackson, and her parents, Jason and Hope Jackson.

Harlan’s Jackson will continue her softball career at Montreat College

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 1, 2025
James A. Cawood guard Taylor Daniels went in for two of his seven points in the Trojans' 49-28 victory over Evarts on Thursday.

Rosspoint, JACES advance to county championship game

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 30, 2025
Harlan County's Reagan Clem and Bell County's Lyla Scearse went after a loose ball in Tuesday's district clash at Log Mountain. Bell improved to 3-1 in district action with a 69-33 victory.

Lamb, McGeorge combine for 40 points as Lady Cats roll past HCHS

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 29, 2025
Bell County's Blake Burnett scored 29 points Tuesday to lead the Bobcats in a 79-65 win over Harlan County.

Bell’s nearly flawless second half snaps HC’s district, region streaks

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 28, 2025
Harlan County senior Maddox Huff hit nine 3-pointers on Saturday to lead the Black Bears with 34 points in their 79-58 win at Breathitt County.

Bears hold off Breathitt’s upset bid as Huff sparks late 3-point surge

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 26, 2025
Harlan freshman center Kobe Noe went in for two of his 17 points in the Green Dragons' 59-58 win over visiting Middlesboro on Friday. Noe hit the game-winning free throw with six-tenths of a second left.

Noe’s free throw in final second sends Harlan to win over Jackets

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 24, 2025
Harlan County freshman guard Jaylee Cochran drove against South Laurel’s Maci Messer in Thursday’s game. Messer scored 19 to lead the Lady Cardinals to a 74-49 victory.

Lady Bears fall to South Laurel in back-to-back games over 6 days

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 24, 2025
Harlan County senior center Jaycee Carter scored 25 points and pulled down 11 rebounds Thursday in the Black Bears' 89-68 win over visiting Pikeville.

Huff, Carter team for 55 points as Black Bears overpower Pikeville

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 23, 2025
Wallins guard Sam Carmical sailed in for two of his 16 points Tuesday in the Purple Devils' 38-15 victory over Green Hills in county tournament action.

Wallins, Cawood advance to semifinals in county tourney

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 21, 2025
Duncan Jacobs, a 1983 graduate, was a multi-sport athlete at Harlan High School. Funeral services for Jacobs are set for Saturday.

Jacobs remembered as one of county’s elite all-around athletes

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 20, 2025
John Smith has stepped down after 12 seasons as head coach at Middlesboro.

Smith steps down after 12 seasons as the Middlesboro baseball coach

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 20, 2025
Harlan center Kobe Noe worked inside against Jackson County's Keagan Ward in Saturday's game at Clay County. Noe scored 19 points for the Dragons. Ward led Jackson County with 22 points and 12 rebounds.

Generals hold off Harlan’s 3-point onslaught to edge Dragons at Clay

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 19, 2025
Harlan County guard Maddox Huff, pictured in last week's 2A Section 7 championship game, scored 20 points Saturday as the Bears advanced in 2A state competition with a 53-36 win over Mercer County.

Bears pull away in second half to claim spot in 2A state final four

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 18, 2025
Harlan seniors Aymanni Wynn (24) and Kylie Noe trapped Middlesboro guard Morgan Martin in action from the 13th Region All "A" Classic finals Tuesday. Wynn finished with 24 points and 20 rebounds in her final All "A" Classic game, but Middlesboro pulled away late for a 62-53 victory.

Lady Jackets complete unexpected three-game run to win All ‘A’ title

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 15, 2025
Pineville junior forward Rachel Howard worked inside for a basket during the Lady Lions 71-42 win over Lynn Camp in the 13th Region All "A" Classic quarterfinals. Howard reached the 1,000-point mark for her career with a basket in the second quarter.

Lady Lions place four in double figures as they roll into semifinals

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 13, 2025
Middlesboro freshman Emily Lambert sailed past Williamsburg's Hannah Creekmore for two of her 15 points Sunday in the Lady Jackets' 66-39 win over Williamsburg in the 13th Region All "A" Classic. Middlesboro will play Pineville in the tournament semifinals on Monday.

Lady Jackets continue to build on strong start with win over Wburg

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 12, 2025
Harlan senior guard Aymanni Wynn worked to the basket for two of her 15 points Sunday in the Lady Dragons' 75-10 rout of Oneida Baptist in the 13th Region All "A" Classic at Middlesboro.

Lady Dragons overpower OBI to earn a spot in All ‘A’ semifinals

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 12, 2025

Bobcats move into 2A finals with victory over Whitley County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 10, 2025
Whitley County's Aaron Rowe and Bell County's Blake Burnett battled for a rebound in action from the 2A Section 7 Tournament. Burnett scored 15 points in the Bobcats' 63-58 win.

Bobcats move into 2A finals with victory over Whitley County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 10, 2025
Harlan County senior center Jaycee Carter flipped in two of his 22 points Thursday in the Black Bears’ 101-77 win over visiting McCreary Central.

Black Bears overcome slow start, storm into 2A Section 7 finals

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 10, 2025
Corbin's Kalley Stewart challenged a Lauren McGeorge shot in Wednesday's 2A Section 7 Tournament game at Harlan County. Corbin advanced to the semifinals with an 83-57 victory.

Lady Hounds advance as they end Bell’s run as 2A sectional champs

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 9, 2025
Harlan County freshman guard Kylee Runions scored 19 points, including 13 in the fourth quarter, as the Lady Bears upset Whitley County 54-52 in the 2A Section 7 Tournament on Wednesday.

Runions takes control down the stretch as HC rallies past Whitley

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 8, 2025
Harlan County junior guard Brennan Blevins worked around a pick from Jaycee Carter in Friday’s game against Mercer County. Blevins hit two 3-pointers in the third quarter and finished with eight points in the Bears’ 70-58 win.

Black Bears coast past Mercer in Raymond Reed Classic at South

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 3, 2025
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