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Four Community seniors were recognized on Senior Recognition Day on Saturday. Those honored are (from left) James Beech, Corey Paterick, Blaine Paschal and Mason Russell. Not present was senior Dallas Grooms.

5/2/23

Champion senior Isaac Chapa (23) and Vikings senior Ramon Hernandez (11) leap into the air on a Cascade corner kick in the second half of Friday night's match.

Vikes top Champs for first time since 2016

BELL BUCKLE — In a heated cross-county battle on the soccer pitch Friday night, the Community Vikings took control early against the Cascade Champions, and held on for a 3-1 victory for their … more

By WILL CARTER ~ Sports Writer | 5/2/23

Kyndal Bolden reaches down to make contact with the ball for a leadoff double in the sixth inning against Blackman.

Early deficit proves costly for Lady Champs

BELL BUCKLE — Despite a late effort in an attempt to turn the tide of the game, the Cascade Lady Champions ultimately couldn’t erase an early five-run deficit to defeat the Blackman Blaze … more

By WILL CARTER ~ Sports Writer | 5/2/23

Shelbyville Central softball seniors were honored before the game on Tuesday night. Those seniors recognized were (from left) Damonyai Lyons, Alyvia Smith, Kaydence Rippy, Deja's Lineberger and Ariana Floyd.

Tullahoma downs Eaglettes on Senior Night

SHELBYVILLE — Shelbyville Central’s Golden Eaglettes fell 11-5 to visiting Tullahoma on Senior Night Tuesday.The Lady Wildcats pushed across three runs in the top of the first frame but … more

By GARY JOHNSON ~ Sports Writer | 4/30/23

Golden Eagle Ryan Tacuba has been a key player on the backline for Shelbyville Central.

Eagles split early week games

The Shelbyville Central Golden Eagle soccer team split a pair of games, claiming a 4-0 win over District 6-AAA foe Coffee County on Monday night before dropping a 2-0 decision to powerful Station … more

By GARY JOHNSON ~ Sports Writer | 4/30/23

Shelbyville Central sophomore Mason Shavers frames a called strike on the Eagles matchup with district foe Coffee County on Monday night.

Coffee Co. sweeps Eagles in district series

SHELBYVILLE — The Golden Eagles just couldn’t get enough run support to take down Coffee County as the Red Raiders took both games against Shelbyville this week. On Monday, the … more

T-G STAFF REPORT | 4/30/23

Prince tosses gem in Viqueens’ shutout

COLUMBIA — After falling to Zion Christian in a 5-3 loss on Friday, the Community Viqueens exacted a little revenge in an 11-0 dominant effort on Tuesday night. Freshman pitcher Annie Prince … more

T-G STAFF REPORT | 4/30/23

Dixon drives in 7 to lead Viqueens

UNIONVILLE — Offense was in no short supply on Wednesday afternoon as Community and visiting Cornersville combined for 29 hits as the Viqueens took the 18-11 win over the Lady ‘Dawgs. … more

T-G STAFF REPORT | 4/30/23

Cascade honored their two seniors before the game on Monday night. Those seniors honored were (from left) Hannah Vandiver and Caitlin Fannin.

Siegel spoils Lady Champs’ senior night

BELL BUCKLE — Despite out-hitting the Siegel Stars 4-2 on Monday night, the Cascade Lady Champions couldn’t produce a timely hit to put a run on the board, and ultimately fell 6-0 on … more

By WILL CARTER ~ Sports Writer | 4/30/23

Mason Russell swings and makes contact for the Vikings.

Rockets in control in win over Vikes

UNIONVILLE — In a game that was started earlier in the season but was suspended in the second inning because of rain, the Forrest Rockets took the lead Tuesday night and used the steady … more

By RICKEY CLARDY ~ Sports Writer | 4/30/23

Mason Russell and Isaiah Beech (14) of the Vikings initiate a rundown to nab a DeKalb County runner.

Viking comeback bid falls short in extras

UNIONVILLE — The Community Vikings battled back with three runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to tie the game for a second time, but the Vikings could not overcome a 5-run DeKalb County … more

By RICKEY CLARDY ~ Sports Writer | 4/30/23

Chance Brown of the Champions reaches base on the first of his two hits.

Vikings come off deck to beat Champs

UNIONVILLE — The Community Vikings turned a 5-1 deficit into their favor by scoring five runs in their final at-bat in the bottom of the seventh inning to defeat the Cascade Champions 6-5 in a … more

By RICKEY CLARDY ~ Sports Writer | 4/30/23

Three Eagles games decided by 1 run

SODDY DAISY — Three of Shelbyville Central’s four games played in the Trojan Classic over the weekend were decided by one run. While the Eagles only went 1-3 in the tournament, they … more

T-G STAFF REPORT | 4/24/23

Eaglettes’ bats explode at Franklin Co.

WINCHESTER — Shelbyville Central's Golden Eaglettes were explosive at the plate in a 10-4 road win at Franklin County in a District 6 4-A matchup on Thursday night. The Eaglettes … more

T-G STAFF REPORT | 4/23/23

Freshman pitcher Annie Prince winds up and delivers a pitch against Forrest in a key district matchup.

Viqueens fall in key district matchup at Forrest

CHAPEL HILL — After striking the Forrest Lady Rockets with a one-run, walk-off victory in their first meeting, it was Forrest who got a little payback in a key District 7-AA clash last week … more

By CHRIS SIERS ~ sports@t-g.com | 4/23/23

Prior to first pitch on Saturday against Stewarts Creek, Cascade honored its three seniors for their efforts in a Champion uniform. Those honored were (from left) Chance Brown, Jaxon Sheffield and Noah McGeary.

Stewarts Creek spoils Champs’ Senior Day

BELL BUCKLE — On beautiful Saturday afternoon, the Cascade Champions hosted Stewarts Creek for its Senior Day recognition. Prior to first pitch, seniors Chance Brown, Jaxon Sheffield and Noah … more

T-G STAFF REPORT | 4/23/23

Nine Community Vikings were honored Friday on Senior Night.  Those honored were (from left) Henry Roblero, Ramon Hernandez, Andres Romero-Abad, Randy Anica, Nicholas Garcia, Andrew Montalvo, Malakai Martin, Jordy Badillo, and Alan Ornelas.

Champs outlast Vikes in district grudge match

UNIONVILLE — In the first of two regular season district matchups between the Cascade Champions and Community Vikings, the Champions jumped out to an early lead against the Vikings and never … more

By RICKEY CLARDY ~ Sports Writer | 4/23/23

Abi Brown of the Viqueens throws to first to complete the double play after receiving the toss from Audrina Bearden while avoiding the slide of Cascade's Ella Thompson.

Hot 1st inning powers Viqueens’ win over Cascade

UNIONVILLE — The Community Viqueens staked an early lead with four runs in the opening inning and it was enough to ward off a late rally by the Cascade Lady Champions as the Viqueens defeated … more

By RICKEY CLARDY ~ Sports Writer | 4/21/23

Seniors Jamsion Norton and Brayden Blackwell pose during Monday afternoon’s match against Fayetteville City.

Shelbyville netters take 2 vs. Fayetteville

It was an excellent Monday afternoon for the Shelbyville Central tennis teams on Monday, with both the Eagles and Eaglettes taking wins against Fayetteville City. In the girls’ match, it was a … more

By CHRIS SIERS ~ sports@t-g.com | 4/19/23

Alayna Cruse makes solid contact to send the ball down the third base line for a triple in Cascade's win against the Lady Knights.

Lady Champs back on track with win

BELL BUCKLE — After a string of losses over the past week, the Cascade Lady Champions got back to the winning side on Tuesday night with an 11-0 mercy rule win over the Lady Knights as Brianna … more

By WILL CARTER ~ Sports Writer | 4/19/23