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Nate Montanaro, pictured in action earlier this season, qualified for the state meet in three events, including the high jump.

[PHOTO] Dragons excited about trip to Class A state meet on Thursday

May 28, 2023
Harlan County shortstop Brayden Blakley, pictured in action earlier this season, hit a three-run homer Firday in the Bears 10-5 win at Pike Central.

[PHOTO] Blakley, Dixon help Bears close regular season with win at Pike Central

May 12, 2023
Harlan County senior Connor Blevins, pictured in action earlier this season, placed third in the shot put at a meet at Boyle County.

[PHOTO] HCHS teams take second in meet at Boyle

May 4, 2023
Harlan Countys Calan Neely, pictured in action earlier this season, was one of the winners for the Bears on Thursday as HCHS swept Bell County.

[PHOTO] Harlan County sweeps Bell in tennis action

May 4, 2023
Harlan Countys Jenna WIlson knocked down a throw as Middlesboros Kylee Lawson took second in Tuesdays district clash. The Lady Bears scored six runs in the seventh inning to rally for an 8-7 win.

[PHOTO] Raleigh’s hit caps comeback in Lady Bears’ walk-off win over Middlesboro

May 2, 2023
Harlan Countys Ryiie Maggard put down a bunt in Tuesdays game against Middlesboro. The Lady Bears rallied for an 8-7 victory.

[PHOTO] Raleigh’s hit caps comeback in Lady Bears’ walk-off win over Middlesboro

May 2, 2023
Harlan Countys Lindsay Hall, pictured in action earlier this season, was back in action Monday as the Lady Bears edged Clay County 5-4.

[PHOTO] HCHS splits tennis match against Clay

May 2, 2023
Harlan Countys Alex Creech, pictured in action last week, pitched a complete game Tuesday and pounded out three hits as the Black Bears coasted to a 12-2 win at Middlesboro.

[PHOTO] Bears complete regular-season district sweep with six-inning win at Middlesboro

April 25, 2023
Harlan Countys Tristan Cooper delivered a pitch in Mondays game against Middlesboro. Cooper tossed a three-hitter as the Bears won 7-2.

[PHOTO] Bears clinch top seed with victory over Middlesboro

April 24, 2023
Harlan Countys Bryan Howard placed sixth in the 200-meter dash on Friday at Coal Miners Memorial Stadium.

[PHOTO] Harlan County breaks four school records in sweeping home meet

April 22, 2023
Harlan Countys Paige Phillips placed third in the high jump on Friday at the HCHS track.

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Harlan Countys Elijah Moore was a winner on both Thursday and Friday as the Black Bears downed Barbourville and Whitley County.

[PHOTO] HCHS tennis team sweeps Whitley, Barbourville

April 21, 2023
Harlan Countys Raegan Landa had two hits in Thursdays win over Cumberland.

[PHOTO] LOCAL SPORTS

April 21, 2023
Harlan County first baseman Will Cassim watched the flight of a ball he hit on Thursday against Harlan. Cassim had a double and single on Friday in the Bears 11-3 win at Leslie County.

[PHOTO] Black Bears run win streak to 6 with victory at Leslie

April 20, 2023
Harlans Eli Freyer squared around for a bunt in Tuesdays district clash at Harlan County.

[PHOTO] Black Bears edge Harlan in 12-inning marathon as Dixon earns win

April 18, 2023
Harlan Countys Alex Creech delivered a pitch in Tuesdays district marathon against visiting Harlan. Creech struck out 14 and walked four in 7 2/3 innings on the mound. The Bears scored a run in the ninth inning to win 9-8.

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Harlan County first baseman Will Cassim watched the flight of the baseball after he made contact in a game Tuesday against Harlan.

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Harlan sophomore Jared Moore is back to lead the Green Dragons pitching staff this season in his third season as a member of the rotation.

[PHOTO] Freyer “starting over” in second year as Green Dragons are working to rebuild on the run

March 14, 2023
Harlan County junior pitcher Tristan Cooper posted a 5-3 record last season with a 2.86 earned run average and 87 strikeouts in 56 innings.

[PHOTO] Bailey’s Bears hope to pick up where they left off last spring with veteran squad returning

March 13, 2023
Harlan infielder Donovan Montanaro, pictured in action last season, had two hits in the Dragons scrimmage win over Lee, Va.

[PHOTO] LOCAL SPORTS

March 11, 2023
Sophomore catcher Addison Jackson hit .436 last season and collected six home runs (which may be a school and county record).

[PHOTO] Buoyed by strong postseason performance, Lady Dragons appear poised for breakout season this spring

March 11, 2023
Harlan senior forward Jaedyn Gist defended Harlan County point guard Maddox Huff in a game last season. Both teams are ranked in the states top 20 heading into a showdown Thursday at Harlan.

[PHOTO] From The Sidelines: Game of the Century - Part 1

February 1, 2023
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.

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

December 30, 2022
Harlan County senior Nathaniel Gross battled to break free from a Lee, Va., wrestler on Wednesday in a four-team match at Harlan County High School. It was the first meet held at HCHS, which started a wrestling program last year. The Black Bears defeated Knott Central and Lee before falling to Bell County.

[PHOTO] A night of wrestling at HCHS

December 15, 2022
Harlan Countys Jason Maggard competed Wednesday in a match against a Lee, Va., wrestler. The Bears defeated Lee and Knott Central and lost to Bell County.

[PHOTO] A night of wrestling at HCHS

December 15, 2022
Senior defensive back Will Austin had two interceptions in Harlans 42-7 win Friday over Sayre in the first round of the Class A playoffs.

[PHOTO] Sayre no match for Harlan in rematch as Dragons advance in playoffs

November 4, 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.

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

November 9, 2022
Rosspoint guard Jaycee Simpson headed toward the basket in action from the county championship game.

[PHOTO] Lady Cats hold off JACES to capture third straight county title

October 27, 2022
Jayden Ward ran for two touchdowns Friday in Harlans 21-18 loss at Leslie County.

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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.

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

October 27, 2022
Harlan quarterback Donovan Montanaro eluded Pinevilles Landon King in Fridays district clash. Montanaro passed for one touchdown and ran for another in the Dragons 42-20 victory.

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

October 21, 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.

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

October 20, 2022
Harlan quarterback Donovan Montanaro worked around Lynn Camps Darren Campbell in Fridays district clash. Montanaro ran for 65 yards in the Dragons 54-8 victory.

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

October 14, 2022
Harlan defensive back Will Austin moved in for a tackle in the Dragons win over Sayre earlier this season.

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

October 5, 2022
Harlan County senior Caydon Shanks helped lead the Black Bears to a second straight 50th District Tournament title last week after setting the school record for goals.

[PHOTO] Shanks enjoying record-breaking senior season for two-time district champion Bears

October 8, 2022
James A. Cawood guard Carmen Thomas battled with Evarts Carly Thomas for a loose ball in middle school basketball action Tuesday.

[PHOTO] LOCAL SPORTS

October 4, 2022
Harlan Countys Lee Senters (left) and Bo Eldridge brought down the Whitley County quarterback in Thursdays game.

[PHOTO] Middleton powers Bears to middle school win over Whitley

October 1, 2022
Brayden Morris pressured the Whitley County quarterback in Thursdays game.

[PHOTO] Middleton powers Bears to middle school win over Whitley

October 1, 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.

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

September 29, 2022
Harlan Countys Riley Witt is pictured during Tuesdays match against Middlesboro.

[PHOTO] Lady Jackets edge Harlan County in district clash

September 28, 2022
Harlan Countys Hunter Smith went airborne against Barbourvilles Joseph Roop to make contact with the ball during Tuesdays 2-0 win over Barbourville.

[PHOTO] Bears complete unbeaten season in district competition

September 28, 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.

[PHOTO] Green Dragons win shootout against Sayre

September 23, 2022
Harlan County junior Destiny Cornett went to the net for a point in a district clash Thursday against visiting Bell County. The Lady Cats clinched the top seed with a 25-19, 25-18, 19-25, 25-22 victory.

[PHOTO] Lady Cats clinch top seed with win at HCHS

September 21, 2022
Harlans Jonah Sharp was surrounded by Williamsburg defenders in middle school football action.

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

[PHOTO] Big plays send Williamsburg to victory over Dragons

September 18, 2022
Harlans Eden Caudill looked for running room in action Saturday against Williamsburg.

[PHOTO] Big plays send Williamsburg to victory over Dragons

September 18, 2022
Harlan coach Shawna Cox talked to the Lady Dragons during action earlier this season. Harlan suffered losses to Williamsburg and Leslie County earlier this week to close its regular-season schedule.

[PHOTO] Lady Dragons fall to Williamsburg, Leslie to close regular season

October 5, 2022
Harlan quarterback Eli Freyer released a pass as a Middlesboro defender applied pressure in middle school football action Thursday.

[PHOTO] Jackets down Harlan in middle school football

September 2, 2022
Harlan Countys Ashton Evans returned the ball over the net in district action last week. The Lady Bears suffered a five-set loss Tuesday at Bell County. Evans had 22 digs, five kills and two aces against Bell.

[PHOTO] HC loses five-set heartbreaker at Bell

August 31, 2022
CJ - Ashton Evans point vs Harlan

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Harlan junior Emma Owens set the ball during a district clash earlier this season at Harlan County High School.

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

[PHOTO] Lady Bears sweep Harlan in district clash

August 25, 2022
Harlan Countys Luther Gross defended as a Whitley County player advanced the ball in soccer action Monday at the James A. Cawood field. The Bears fell 9-0 before bouncing back with a 4-2 win Tuesday at Middlesboro..

[PHOTO] HCHS downs Middlesboro following loss to Whitley

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.

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

August 24, 2022
Harlan County senior Abigail Gaw raced toward the goal in action Tuesday against visiting Claiborne, Tenn. The Lady Bulldogs won 9-0 as HCHS fell to 1-4 on the season. Harlan County defeated Hazard 2-0 last week as Gaw and Livia Gilbert each recorded goals.

[PHOTO] Lady Bears fall to Claiborne

August 24, 2022
Harlan senior Dylan Middleton was escorted by a big group of Green Dragons for a big gain in a 28-22 season-opening win over Berea in the First Priority Bowl.

[PHOTO] Dragons ride strong ground game to victory over Berea in season-opener

August 20, 2022
Harlans Annie Hoskins went up to finish off a point in action earlier this week. The Lady Dragons improved to 2-0 on the season with a 25-4, 25-16, 25-20 win over visiting Lynn Camp on Thursday.

[PHOTO] Lady Dragons sweep Lynn Camp, improve to 2-0

August 18, 2022
Amos McCreary will lead Harlan County into its season opener on Friday at home against South Laurel in the First Priority Bowl.

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

August 17, 2022
Harlan senior Marissa Marlowe went to the net to finish a point Monday in the Lady Dragons season-opening win against Middlesboro. Marlowe led the Lady Dragons with seven aces and five kills.

[PHOTO] Lady Dragons coast past Middlesboro to open season

August 17, 2022
Harlans Aiden Johnson finished in a tie for third during a Pine Mountain Golf Conference tournament on Monday at the Harlan Country Club.

[PHOTO] Casolari a winner again as Bears capture tourney title at Harlan Country Club

August 16, 2022
Harlan County senior Matt Lewis watched his shot during Mondays Pine Mountain Golf Conference match at the Harlan Country Club. The Black Bears won the team title by 21 strokes over Middlesboro and Bell County.

[PHOTO] Casolari a winner again as Bears capture tourney title at Harlan Country Club

August 16, 2022
Will Cassim was busy in his garage at Teetersville repairing one of the thousands of vehicles he has worked on in his 60-year career.

[PHOTO] Lifetime passion for repairing cars keeps Cassim going strong as he approaches 80

July 30, 2022
Harlan County junior receiver Jonah Swanner battled for a catch in a 7-on-7 scrimmage Wednesday against visiting Middlesboro. Swanner led the Bears last season with 17 receptions for 413 yards.

[PHOTO] Summer scrimmage

July 15, 2022
HCHS quarterback Ethan Rhymer let go of a long pass Wednesday in scrimmage action against Middlesboro. Rhymer passed for 422 yards last season.

[PHOTO] Summer scrimmage

July 15, 2022
Harlan running back Jayden Ward turned the corner in action last season against Leslie County/ Ward led the Dragons with 698 yards rushing in 2021.

[PHOTO] Ward brings physical style, consistency to Harlan backfield

July 14, 2022
Harlan County senior Josh Sergent battled for yardage in action last season against South Laurel. Sergent was the team leader in tackles with 70.

[PHOTO] Sergent, Bears’ defensive leader a.year ago, expects even better results this season

July 13, 2022
Harlans Judah Shope fielded a throw as Pinevilles Waylon Maidon slid in safely at second during the East Division of the District 4 Tournament. Harlan advanced with a 20-6 victory in eight innings.

[PHOTO] Harlan All-Stars rally again and explode for 15 in eighth inning to down Pineville

June 27, 2022
Harlan sophomore wing Aymanni Wynn came up with a loose ball and headed down court in scrimmage action Monday against visiting Barbourville. Wynn scored 12 points in the Lady Dragons 55-27 victory.

[PHOTO] Balanced attack, fast start send Lady Dragons past Barbourville

June 6, 2022
Former Cumberland coach Roger Morris is back in the dugout this season with first-year coach Scotty Bailey and the Harlan County Black Bears.

[PHOTO] Baseball coaching legend back in the dugout this season with Black Bears

May 11, 2022
Harlan catcher Addison Jackson connected on a pitch in Fridays game against Bell County. Jackson hit her sixth home run of the season and added a single in an 11-3 loss.

[PHOTO] Ausmus limits Harlan to 3 hits in district victory

April 29, 2022
Harlan senior first baseman Emma Eversole took a throw to record an out in Fridays game against Bell County.

[PHOTO] Ausmus limits Harlan to 3 hits in district victory

April 29, 2022
KH - David Overbay talking to Lady Dragons vs Bell

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Carley Thomas pitched a complete game Tuesday and added two hits in Harlans 19-7 win at Barbourville.

[PHOTO] Lady Dragons break out of slump with rout of Barbourville

May 11, 2022
Harlan County senior Nathan Shepherd, pictured in action against Harlan on Wednesday, had a home run and single on Thursday in the Bears 7-6 win over visiting Lee, Va.

[PHOTO] Another big inning sends Bears to victory over Lee

April 28, 2022
Harlan Countys Colby Johnson pitched a complete game Wednesday and held Harlan to one run over the final six innings as the Bears rallied for a 10-4 victory.

[PHOTO] Bailey’s gamble pays off as Bears bounce back to defeat Harlan

April 27, 2022
Dawson Irvin will likely be on the mound Monday when his Harlan Green Dragons play host to Harlan County in the first round of the 52nd District Tournament.

[PHOTO] District tourney schedule

May 14, 2022
Harlans Evan Browing slid into second base during Wednesdays district clash against visiting Middlesboro. Browning had two hits in the Dragons 5-1 loss.

[PHOTO] Jackets pull away late for district win at Harlan

April 20, 2022
Middlesboro second baseman Lane Bayless took a throw as Harlan Countys Braydon Burton slid during Tuesdays district clash. Burton had a double and single and scored the Bears only run in a 1-0 victory.

[PHOTO] Black Bears hold off Middlesboro as Cooper tosses shutout

April 12, 2022
Harlan Countys Steven Fee is pictured in a match Saturday against Oneida Baptist.

[PHOTO] HCHS girls continue strong start with victory over Oneida Baptist

April 3, 2022
Harlans Evan Browning slid home with a run during the Green Dragons 17-2 win Thursday over visiting Pineville in the 13th Region All A Classic semifinals. Harlan will travel to Jackson County on Friday in the championship game.

[PHOTO] Dragons roll into All ‘A’ finals with four-inning rout of visiting Pineville

March 31, 2022
Harlan County junior Brayden Blakley pitched four no-hit innings to earn the win Tuesday as the Black Bears blanked Barbourville 10-0.

[PHOTO] Blakley, Dixon team on no-hitter as Bears earn first win of season

March 22, 2022
Harlan County first baseman Will Cassim was hit by a pitch in the third inning of Tuesdays game against Barbourville. Cassim had a hit and drove in three runs in the Bears 10-0 win.

[PHOTO] Blakley, Dixon team on no-hitter as Bears earn first win of season

March 22, 2022
Harlan third baseman Ella Lisenbee made contact with a pitch Monday in the Lady Dragons opener against visiting PIneville. Lisenbee had a triple and stole three bases in Harlans 6-1 loss.

[PHOTO] Howard pitches 2-hitter as Harlan loses season opener

March 22, 2022
Harlans Mallow McNiel took a throw at second base in action earlier this season. McNiel had a hit Thursday in the Lady Dragons win at Leslie County.

[PHOTO] Lisenbee powers Lady Dragons in win at Leslie

March 25, 2022
Harlan County senior Jackson Huff has been named the 2021-22 Midway University/KHSAA Boys Student-Athlete of the Year.

[PHOTO] Harlan County’s Huff honored as state’s student-athlete of the year

March 16, 2022
The Wallins Purple Devils celebrated their championship game win over Rosspoint on Saturday in the fifth- and sixth-grade county tournament finals at Harlan County High School.

[PHOTO] Purple Devils end Rosspoint’s four-year run as county champs

February 26, 2022
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