By Thomas Grant, Jr.   The last time GG Jackson II played on Martin Luther King day, he had a memorable performance before a national cable television audience. The NBA on TNT once again served as the setting this year to watch the former Ridge View and University ofContinue Reading

By Thomas Grant Jr. It was a contrast over the past three games for Dutch Fork’s basketball teams. The eighth-ranked Silver Foxes found themselves in position to claim sole possession of first place in Region 4-5A. They earned their second straight win Thursday beating White Knoll 61-57. Bryson Taylor postedContinue Reading

By Thomas Grant, Jr. The Lexington County Blowfish have unveiled their new uniforms for the 2025 season, celebrating the team’s 20th anniversary. The jerseys feature a crimson red design with the “Blowfish” wordmark arched across the front in dark navy, outlined in white. These special uniforms were introduced during aContinue Reading

This photo demonstrates a 45-degree hip turn away from the ball—a critical movement for senior golfers striving to lengthen their backswing and achieve greater shoulder turn for more distance. A 45-degree hip turn allows your shoulders to reach the necessary 90-degree turn, maximizing power on full swings. While younger tourContinue Reading

Gatorade S.C. Football Player of the Year quarterback A J. Brand of Irmo was recognized by the school during halftime of the home game between the Yellow Jackets and River Bluff. Standing alongside Brand and the banner, which will hang in the rafters at the Temple of Doom, is hisContinue Reading

By Thomas Grant, Jr. An early Saturday start and having an entire roster playing for the first time at Lexington High School raised the concern level of Irmo boys’ basketball coach Alex Quillen. Those worst fears came to fruition as the Yellow Jackets fell behind 8-0 to the Wildcats. AfterContinue Reading

Neesels! Not measles, but just as bad! Having stiff, locked knees, makes shifting and turning the body properly for a full powerful swing, almost impossible! But fear not! You can regain some motion and power with a focus on proper technique and a few helpful tips. A great way to practiceContinue Reading

By Thomas Grant, Jr. Special to The Northeast News The University of South Carolina women’s basketball team will not have the services of junior forward Ashlyn Watkins for the rest of the season. School officials confirmed the Cardinal Newman graduate suffered a torn ACL during the Jan. 5 win overContinue Reading

By Thomas Grant Jr. A former multi-state champion at Dutch Fork concluded his collegiate career in MVP fashion. Wide receiver Elijah Spencer helped Minnesota defeat Virginia Tech 24-10 at the Duke’s Mayo Bowl in Charlotte, N.C. on Jan. 3. The Charlotte transfer had six receptions for 81 yards and twoContinue Reading

By Thomas Grant Jr. After weeks of dropping hints both during games and online, Donovan Murph finally made his college choice. The All-State wide receiver from state Division II runner-up Irmo will stay local and attend the University of South Carolina. He made the announcement during the Jan. 2 UnderContinue Reading