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Harlan County freshman Alexis Adams pitched a one-hitter with six strikeouts in the Lady Bears 15-0 win Thursday over visiting Harlan.

Lady Bears pound out 15 hits on the way to 3-inning rout of HHS

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 25, 2024
Bell Countys Blake Burnett tossed a five-hit shutout Monday as the Bobcats clinched the 52nd Districts top seed with a 3-0 win over visiting Harlan County.

Burnett tosses shutout as Bobcats take command in district with win over HC

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 22, 2024
Harlan shortstop Ella Farley collected four hits in four at bats to lead the Lady Dragons in a 13-0 win Thursday over Bell County.

Lady Dragons’ offense continues to sizzle in rout of Bell County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 18, 2024
Harlan County senior Tristan Cooper pitched a two-hitter with 12 strikeouts in the Bears 10-0 win Tuesday over visiting Middlesboro.

Cooper reaches 300 Ks as he tosses 2-hitter against Mboro

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 16, 2024
Harlan Countys Alexis Adams scored on a wild pitch in the first inning Monday as the Lady Bears took an 8-1 lead on the way to a 16-7 victory.

Lady Bears’ offense explodes early in win over Barbourville

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 15, 2024
Anthony Nolan has stepped down after 22 seasons of coaching in Harlan County, the last 10 as girls coach at HCHS. He won over 64 percent of his games with a 411-229 record as both a boys and girls coach.

Nolan steps down after 22-year basketball coaching career that included 411 wins at HC, JACHS

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 12, 2024
Harlan second baseman Donovan Montanaro was congratulated after his game-winning three-run homer on Wednesday. The Green Dragons split their two-game series against HCHS with a 5-4 victory.

Montanaro’s walkoff blast propels Dragons to thrilling district win over Harlan County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 10, 2024
Harlan Countys Tristan Cooper pitched a four-hitter Monday with 15 strikeouts as the Black Bears defeated visiting Harlan 6-3.

Cooper fans 15 as Bears grab early lead in win over Harlan

By John Henson, Managing Editor
April 8, 2024
South Laurel forward Jordan Mabe worked toward the basket against Harlan Countys Trent Noah last season. Mabe and the Cardinals are the early favorite in the 2025 13th Region race.

From The Sidelines: Cardinals picked as early favorite for 2025

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 30, 2024
Brooke Nichelson, pictured in action against South Laurel in this years regional tournament, will lead North Laurel in 2025 in its quest for a third straight 13th Region title. Peyton Mabe and the Lady Cardinals will also be among the top teams in the region.

From The Sidelines: Lady Jags seek third straight regional title

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 29, 2024
Harlan Countys Jonah Swanner was congratulated by HCHS coach Scotty Bailey after his homer in the fifth inning of the Bears 3-0 win Monday over visiting Lee, Va.

Swanner sparks Bears with a homer, triple in victory over Lee

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 25, 2024
Team members include, from left, front row: Gavvin Lloyd, Braxton Bowen, Colston Boggs, Kaden Adams, Colby shepherd, Isaac Kelly, DaShuan Smith, Aiden Craig, Zayden Casolari, Jesse Gilbert and Carson Clark; back row: Hayden Cornett, Ethan Stewart, Ethan Skroch, Josh Duckworth, Samuel Henson, Rydge Lewis, Tristan Cooper, Alex Creech, Gunner Burkhart and Jonah Swanner.

Bears determined to end district drought with veteran squad

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 25, 2024
John Henson

From The Sidelines: If this is a dream, let me sleep a little more

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 24, 2024
Harlan County guard Maddox Huff worked toward the basket as Lyon Countys Travis Perry defendied during the state championship game Saturday at Rupp Arena. Huff scored 22 to lead the Bears, who finished the season with a 34-5 record. Perry paced the Lyons with 27 points,.

Black Bears’ magical run ends in state finals as Lyon captures title

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 23, 2024
Harlan County guard Maddox Huff worked to the basket in the state semifinals Saturday against Evangel.

Black Bears roll into state finals with victory over Evangel

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 23, 2024
Harlan Countys Trent Noah went up for a dunk after a steal as part of a 48-point effort in the Black Bears 85-71 victory.

Noah joins Sweet 16 legends, rallies Black Bears to final four

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 22, 2024
Harlan County all-state guard Trent Noah put up a shot over Warren Centrals Jarek Kirk in state tournament action Thursday. Noah scored 35 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in the Bears 67-59 victory.

Bears make history with win over defending state champs

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 21, 2024
Perry Centrals Kizer Slone worked around Magoffin Countys Reed Meadows in state tournament action Wednesday.

Hornets follow familiar pattern as they overcome slow start to defeat Perry in Sweet Sixteen

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 20, 2024
Team members include, from left, coach Lee Freyer, assistant coach Andy Brewer, Caiden Meadors, Jake Brewer, Caden Middleton, Jonah Sharp, Luke Luttrell, Gunnar Snelling, Eli Freyer, Chris Rouse, Beck Bryson, Baylor Varner, Brody Owens, assistant coach Will Varner and assistant coach Terry Jones; not pictured: Aiden Johnson, Jared Moore and Donovan Montanaro.

With several key players back, Dragons expected to continue their improvement this season

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 19, 2024
Harlan County junior Alex Creech gave up only three hits over 6 1/3 innings with 10 strikeouts as the Bears defeated visiting Knox Central 7-4 on Monday.

Creech cruises as Black Bears overcome cold to down Knox

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 18, 2024
Wes Unseld led Seneca to state basketball titles in 1963 and 1964 before going on to the University of Louisville and then to the Baltimore Bullets. Seneca defeated Harlan in the first round of the state tournament in 1964. His cousin, William Unseld, is the coach of the Warren Central team that will play Harlan County on Thursday in the first round of the state tournament. WIlliams son, Kade, is an all-state senior guard for Warren Central.

From The Sidelines: Unseld connection to Harlan County basketball goes back 60 years

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 17, 2024
Alexis Adams

Adams tosses 2-hitter in debut as Lady Bears end losing streak

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 16, 2024
Harlan County first baseman Halanah Shepherd had one of the Lady Bears two hits in a 14-1 loss to visiting Jackson County on Saturday.

Lady Bears’ 8 errors lead to ugly loss against Jackson County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 16, 2024
Team members include, from left, front row: Aly Sherman, Sydney Jenkins, Lindsey Skidmore, Hannah Raleigh, Akira Lee, Harley Rice, Kendall Brock and Aviya Halcomb; back row: Halanah Shepherd, Alexis Adams, Maddy Blair, Brittleigh Estep, Rylie Maggard, Jenna Wilson, Lesleigh Brown, Taylor Clem, Jade Burton, Braylen Gilley, Madi Nolan and Jailynn Shackleford; not pictured: Allie Kelly.

Lady Bears hope to build on momentum from last year, take next step in postseason play

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 14, 2024
Team members include, from left, front row: Amy Roman, Gracie Hensley, Sariah Pace, Ella Farley, Rhileigh Estes, Ella Lisenbee, Jordyn Smith and Mallory McNiel; back row: coach Scott Lisenbee, Ava Nunez, Ally Kirby, Abbi Fields, Annie Hoskins, Kendyll Blanton, Jalyn Wynn and coach David Overbay.

Lady Dragons expect big improvements in ’24 with experienced squad returning

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 13, 2024
Harlan County shortstop Rylie Maggard made the throw to first during the Lady Bears season-opening game Tuesday. The visiting Lady Eagles won 3-0.

Lady Bears’ bats fall silent in season-opening loss to Leslie

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 12, 2024
Harlan County junior guard Maddox Huff scored 24 points and grabbed nine rebounds to lead the Bears to a 62-48 win over Corbin to capture the schools second regional title.

Bears pull away in second half to capture Sweet Sixteen berth

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 11, 2024
Harlan County guard Trent Noah lofted a shot toward the basket as all five Clay County defenders surrounded him in action from the 13th Region Tournament on Saturday.

Noah sparks comeback with 43-point effort as HCHS rallies past Clay County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 9, 2024
Harlan County guard Trent Noah worked down the floor against South Laurels Jordan Mabe in 13th Region Tournament action Thursday. Noah scored 18 points in the Bears 38-34 win.

Black Bears survive defensive struggle to edge South Laurel, avoid first-round regional upset

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 7, 2024
Harlan County High School girls soccer coach Hannah Pittman worked with several young players in preparation for the county soccer league opening next week at the Evarts Elementary School field.

New county youth soccer league kicks off with scrimmages Saturday at Evarts field

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 7, 2024
Bell County guard Blake Burnett drove past Corbins Lucas Brittain in 13th Region Tournament action Wednesday.

Redhounds take control in third quarter to eliminate Bell County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 7, 2024
Harlan junior forward Kylie Noe went up for a shot against Knox Centrals Halle Collins in 13th Region Tournament action Tuesday. Noe scored 11 points for the Lady Dragons. Collins led Knox with 23 points and 19 rebounds in a 60-39 victory.

Knox ends 13th Region drought with victory over Lady Dragons

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 5, 2024
Pineville junior forward Ava Arnett worked inside for a shot in 13th Region Tournament action Monday. Arnett scored a team-high 19 points in a 69-40 loss.

Defending champs roll past Pineville in regional opener

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 5, 2024
Harlan County senior guard Trent Noah slammed home one of his two dunks off turnovers in the opening 64 seconds of the 52nd District Tournament championship game Friday. Noah earned tournament most valuable player honors with 33 points in the Bears 77-54 victory.

Black Bears complete sweep by routing Bell in district finals

By John Henson, Managing Editor
March 1, 2024
Bell County guard Blake Burnett went to the basket for two of his 24 points to lead the Bobcats to a 74-57 win over Harlan in the 52nd District Tournament.

Bell punches ticket to regional with victory over Green Dragons

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 28, 2024
Middlesboro guard Jerimah Beck worked against Harlan Countys Caleb Johnson in 52nd District Tournament action Tuesday. Johnson scored 10 to help the Bears advance with a 91-47 victory.

Bears roll into district finals as all 5 starters reach double digits

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 27, 2024
Bell County guard Neveah Allen put up a shot in 52nd District Tournament action. The Lady Cats advanced with a 55-38 victory.

Lady Cats overcome slow start to earn a spot in district finals

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 27, 2024
Harlan junior forward Kylie Noe powered her way to the basket for two of her 23 points in the Lady Dragons 57-55 win over Harlan County on Monday in the first round of the 52nd District Tournament.

Lady Dragons get physical, rally past HC in district tournament

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 27, 2024
Harlan County guard Trent Noah has been named the 13th Regions Player of the Year by the Kentucky Association of Basketball Coaches.

Noah named region’s player of the year, Mr. Basketball finalist

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 23, 2024
Harlan Countys Kyle Jones has been named the coach of the year in the 13th Region by the KABC after leading the Black Bears to a 26-4 record in the regular season.

Harlan County’s Jones named 13th Region’s coach of the year

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 23, 2024
Harlan County guard Ella Karst was named the Kentucky Association of Basketball Coaches 13th Region Girls Player of the Year on Friday. Karst is a finalist for the Miss Basketball award.

HC’s Karst named 13th Region’s player of the year by the KABC

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 23, 2024
Harlan County senior Trent Noah slammed home two of his 34 points on Thursday in the Black Bears 85-73 win at Whitley County.

Black Bears close regular season with victory at Whitley County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 23, 2024
Harlan County junior guard Maddox Huff sailed in for two of his 33 points in the Bears 109-89 win over visiting Knox Central.

Black Bears win Senior Night Shootout over Knox Central

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 21, 2024
Harlan County senior forward Paige Phillips pulled down one of her eight third-quarter rebounds on Tuesday in the Lady Bears’ win over Lynn Camp. Phillips finished with 18 points and 11 rebounds.

Lady Bears overcome slow start to claim a Senior Night victory

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 20, 2024
Harlan County guard Maddox Huff made a pass as Boyd Countys Jacob Spurlock and Jason Ellis moved in during Saturdays game. Huff scored 16 points in the Bears 93-75 win.

Bears knock off 16th Region’s top team on a record-breaking night

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 17, 2024
Harlan junior wing Aymanni Wynn scored 23 points on Saturday in the Lady Dragons win over visiting McCreary Central.

Wynn’s birthday celebration includes seven 3-pointers as Lady Dragons rout McCreary

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 17, 2024
Former Harlan all-state guard Charles Thomas greeted Harlan County all-state guard Trent Noah in a game at Harlan earlier this month. Noah broke Thomas county scoring record on Saturday against Boyd County with 38 points. He now has 3,375 points in his prep career.

Noah breaks Thomas’ county scoring record with 38-point night against Boyd

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 17, 2024
Harlan forward Kylie Noe went up for two of her 32 points on Thursday in the Lady Dragons 70-66 win over visiting Pineville.

Noe comes through in clutch as Lady Dragons hold off Pineville

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 15, 2024
Harlan County guard Trent Noah slammed two of his 38 points in the Bears 95-68 win Tuesday over visiting Pineville.

Bears come out blazing on the way to victory over Pineville

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 13, 2024
Bell County guard Cameron Hall went in for two of his 13 points on Monday in the Bobcats 67-52 win over visiting Harlan.

Bobcats close first half with 18-0 run for second win over Harlan

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 13, 2024
Bell County senior forward Gracie Jo Wilder went up for two of her 20 points in the Lady Cats 58-49 win over Harlan on Monday.

Lady Cats use fast start to knock off Harlan, clinch top seed

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 13, 2024
Middlesboro guard Jerimah Beck worked around a Wayne County defender during the Jackets 69-64 loss Saturday.

Yellow Jackets suffer another heartbreaker with loss to Wayne

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 10, 2024
Wayne County coach Rodney Woods talked to his team during a timeout in Saturdays game at Middlesboro. Woods, a Lone Jack graduate who played at the University of Tennessee in the 1970s, has won over 800 games in his 44-year coaching career.

Kentucky prep coaching legend back home for games at MHS

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 10, 2024
Harlan County guard Trent Noah put up a shot over Harlans Nate Montanaro in Fridays district clash. Noah scored 27 points in the Bears 83-52 win.

Bears complete regular season district sweep by routing Harlan

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 10, 2024
Harlan forward Kylie Noe scored 20 points to lead the Lady Dragons in a 54-46 victory over visiting Harlan County.

Lady Dragons turn up defense to end 17-game skid against HCHS

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 10, 2024
Bell County sophomore guard Blake Burnett sailed to the basket for two of his 20 points in the Bobcats 77-50 win Thursday at Harlan.

Fast start helps Bobcats coast past short-handed Dragons

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 7, 2024
Bell County center Kairi Lamb went up for one of her 10 rebounds in the Lady Cats 51-34 win Tuesday at Harlan.

Lady Cats’ defense dominates on the way to victory over Harlan

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 6, 2024
Harlan County guard Trent Noah, pictured in action earlier this season, scored 30 points on Saturday in the Bears loss to Frederick Douglass.

Douglass dominates glass to hand Bears second straight loss

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 3, 2024
Senior guard Kyler McLendon went inside for two of his 37 points in the Green Dragons 63-60 win Friday at Middesboro.

McLendon perfect in fourth as Dragons rally past Middlesboro

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 3, 2024
Harlan guard Emma Owens sliced between Middlesboros Keevi Betts and Morgan Martin for a shot in Fridays district clash. Owens scored 19 points in the Lady Dragons 53-44 win.

Short-handed Lady Dragons triumph over Middlesboro

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 3, 2024
Pineville junior guard Ashton Moser put up a shot over Harlans Nate Montanaro in Thursdays game. Moser hit the game-winning shot with 1.2 seconds left to send the Lions to a 77-74 victory.

Moser’s shot with 1.2 seconds left propels Lions over Harlan

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 2, 2024
Trent Cole set up the offense during Wednesdays game against Knott Central. The visiting Patriots led all the way in their 63-56 victory.

Fast start helps Patriots send Huff to win at his alma mater

By John Henson, Managing Editor
February 1, 2024
Reggie Cottrell and the Harlan County Black Bears suffered their first loss since December in falling 62-60 on Tuesday in Pikeville. Cottrell had seven rebounds in the fourth quarter to lead a late comeback that fell short on a last-second tip in by PIkevilles Charlie Fitzer.

Bears’ 10-game winning streak ends on Fitzer’s tip at Pikeville

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 31, 2024
Harlan guard Kyler McLendon worked inside for a shot over Breathitt Countys Jaxon Hamilton in Mondays game. McLendon scored 46 points in the Dragons 98-92 victory.

Dragons win shootout against defending 14th Region champs

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 29, 2024
Harlans Addison Campbell (left) and Peyshaunce Wynn moved in as Clay Countys Anna Samples went to the floor for a loose ball in Saturdays game.

Lady Dragons coast past Clay to halt three-game losing streak

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 27, 2024
Harlan County senior Caleb Johnson worked on defense against Middlesboros Jerimah Beck in Fridays district clash. Johnson hit five 3-pointers in a 17-point effort as the Bears coasted to a 91-47 win.

Five reach double figures as Black Bears build on district dominance by routing Jackets

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 27, 2024
Harlan County guard Ella Karst worked between two Middlesboro defenders on Friday for two of her 29 pointsi in the Lady Bears 48-39 victory.

Lady Bears run win streak to five despite offensive struggles

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 27, 2024
The Cawood Comets are pictured with the championship trophy after their thrilling 48-47 win Thursday over James A. Cawood in the seventh- and eighth-grade finals at Harlan County High School.

Comets edge Trojans in epic county championship clash

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 25, 2024
Emma Owen scored 12 points for Harlan in a first-round loss to Pikeville in the Kentucky All A Classic on Wednesday.

Lady Dragons eliminated by Pikeville in All ‘A’ opener

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 25, 2024
Harlan County guard Reggie Cottrell sailed in for two of his 18 points in the Bears 78-53 win Tuesday over Bell County.

Second-half surge helps Bears pull away for win over Bobcats

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 24, 2024
Harlan County guard Ella Karst drove past Bell Countys Gracie Wilder in Tuesdays game. Karst scored 26 points in a 66-55 victory.

HC girls shock Bell, end Lady Cats’ 33-game district streak

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 24, 2024
Harlan County senior forward Paige Phillips worked inside against Harlans Gracie Hensley and Addison Campbell in Mondays district clash. Phillips had nine points and six rebounds in the Lady Bears 66-60 win.

Karst takes control in overtime as Lady Bears defeat Harlan

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 23, 2024
Reagan Clem set up the Harlan County offense during the Lady Bears 69-49 win over visiting Clay County. Clem scored 19 points as she hit five 3-pointers.

Clem provides spark as Lady Bears defeat Clay County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 14, 2024
Middlesboro guard Morgan Martin worked down the court against Harlan Countys Faith Hoskins in a district clash Friday at HCHS.

Lady Bears overcome frigid start, coast to win over Middlesboro

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 13, 2024
Harlan Countys Trent Noah (left) and Jaycee Carter battled with Middlesboros Bryce Bowling in district action Friday. Noah had 35 points and Carter led in rebounds with 10 as the Bears rolled to a 97-58 victory.

Noah and Huff team for 67 as Bears turn win over Middlesboro into shooting clinic

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 13, 2024
Harlan junior forward Kylie Noe had 27 points and 10 rebounds in the Lady Dragons 60-57 win over Jackson County on Thursday in the 13th Region All A Classic semifinals.

Lady Dragons move into finals with upset of defending champs

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 12, 2024
Bell Count sophomore center Kairi Lamb waited for a rebound in Tuesdays district clash against Harlan County. Lamb had 23 points and 17 rebounds in the Lady Cats 84-70 victory.

Lamb dominates glass as Lady Cats win shootout against HCHS

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 10, 2024
Harlan County guard Maddox Huff put up a shot over Bell Countys Blake Burnett in Tuesdays district clash. Huff scored 11 points in the Bears 71-52 victory.

Black Bears end Bell’s unbeaten season, take early lead in race for district’s top seed

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 10, 2024
Harlan guard Kyler McLendon went to the basket for two of his 46 points Monday in the Green Dragons 72-68 win over Pineville in the 13th Region All A Classic semifinals.

Green Dragons find that old All ‘A’ magic to knock off Pineville in overtime thriller

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 8, 2024
Harlan County guard Trent Noah prepared to make a pass in Saturdays game against North Laurel. Noah had 30 points and 12 rebounds as the Bears improved to 15-2 with a 65-58 victory.

Noah rescues Bears as they rally for victory over North Laurel

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 6, 2024
Harlan County senior guard Trent Noah put up a shot over Corbins Zander Curry on Friday in the Tim Short Auto Mall Classic. Noah scored 31 points, including the 3,000th of his career, as the Bears won 59-53.

Noah reaches 3K as Black Bears hang on in showdown at Corbin

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 6, 2024
Harlan County senior guard Ella Karst drew a foul as she went to the basket in Thursdays game against Hazard. Karst scored 43 points as the Lady Bears won 70-52 to even their record at 7-7 on the season.

Lady Bears triumph over Hazard as Karst pours in 43 points

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 4, 2024
Harlan County freshman forward Bryson Bryant passed the ball in junior varsity action Wednesday against Leslie County. Bryant scored eight points in the Bears 65-51 victory.

Black Bears sweep Leslie County in freshman/JV doubleheader

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 3, 2024
Harlan guard Kyler McLendon put up a shot over South Laurels Jordan Mabe in Tuesdays 13th Region clash. McLendon scored 34 points to lead the Dragons. Mabe scored 19 to lead the Cardinals to a 75-60 win.

Cardinals get off to blazing start on the way to win at Harlan

By John Henson, Managing Editor
January 2, 2024
Harlan County senior guard Ella Karst scored 31 points on Saturday in the Lady Bears 67-40 win over Claiborne, Tenn.

Karst provides points, leadership as Lady Bears defeat Claiborne

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 31, 2023
Harlan County junior center Jaycee Carter finished with 24 points and 14 rebounds in the Black Bears’ 80-72 win over George Wythe, the defending Class A state runner up in Virginia.

Carter’s double-double helps Black Bears knock off Virginia power in Arby’s Classic

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 29, 2023
Middlesboro guard Jerimah Beck drove by a Somerset defender on Thursday in action from the Chain Rock Classic. Beck scored 12 points in the Jackets 61-57 loss.

Jumpers rally in fourth quarter to edge Middlesboro in tourney

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 29, 2023
Harlan County guard Trent Noah scored 37 points and pulled down 10 rebounds in the Bears 67-57 win over Oak Ridge, Tenn., on Tuesday in the Arbys Classic.

Tournament-tested Bears down Oak Ridge in Arby’s Classic

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 27, 2023
Bell County senior forward Gracie Jo Wilder worked her way to the basket during the Lady Cats win over Lincoln County on Thursday.

Lady Cats complete tourney sweep with victories over Lynn Camp, Lincoln County

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 24, 2023
Middlesboro guard Cayden Grigsby scored a team-high 16 points in the Jackets 50-46 loss at Leslie County on Friday.

Jackets suffer two hard-fought losses in Leslie tournament

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 23, 2023
Harlan County senior forward Paige Phillips went after a loose ball in Fridays game against Lynn Camp. Phillips scored eight points, all in the first half, as HCHS won 68-23.

Lady Bears score game’s first 24 points in win over Lynn Camp

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 22, 2023
Harlan guard Trent Cole scored 18 points Thursday in the Green Dragons 75-70 loss to Mason County in the Dribble Drive Challenge at South Laurel.

Dragons build 23-point lead before watching it slip away in loss to Mason

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 21, 2023
Harlan County senior guard Ella Karst scored 38 points on Wednesday as the Lady Bears fell 69-65 at Bell County.

Strong finish helps Bell County hold off Lady Bears’ upset bid

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 20, 2023
Harlan senior guard Emma Owens drove to the basket in Saturdays game against Belfry. Owens scored 27 points, including her 1,000th career point in the first half, to lead the Lady Dragons to a 78-57 victory.

Owens scores 27, including her 1,000th, to lead HHS past Belfry

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 16, 2023
Harlan senior guard Kyler McLendon sailed to the basket for two of his 43 points in the Green Dragons 76-63 win Friday over Middlesboro.

McLendon pours in 43 as Dragons shake off 0-3 start to defeat Middlesboro

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 16, 2023
Harlan County senior forward Caleb Johnson worked on defense against South Laurels Jordan Mabe in Tuesdays 13th Region clash. Johnson finished with 10 points, including a pair of 3-pointers in the second half, to help the Bears post a 56-49 victory.

Bears win showdown between region’s top two teams at South

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 13, 2023
Harlan County guard Trent Noah powered his way to the basket during the WYMT Mountain Classic finals on Saturday. Noah scored 38 points as HCHS won its first tourney title with an 81-63 victory.

Bears break WYMT drought, capture tourney title with win over Perry

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 10, 2023
Harlan County senior guard Trent Noah scored 54 points and grabbed 18 rebounds in the Bears 86-76 win Friday over Martin County in the WYMT Mountain Classic.

Noah takes over in 54-point explosion as Bears down Martin, advance to finals

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 9, 2023
Harlan forward Kylie Noe drove to the basket for two of her 28 points on Thursday in the Lady Dragons 74-67 loss at Letcher Central.

Whitt takes over down the stretch as Letcher wins shootout over Harlan

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 7, 2023
Billy Hicks is pictured coaching his Scott County team during the 2019 state tournament, his last season as a coach.

Despite all his success, Hicks never forgot where he started

By John Henson, Managing Editor
December 4, 2023
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