A three-handicap golfer from Port St. Lucie, Florida, spent the day at Par T, where we had a chance to examine her swing. She explained that she had shortened her backswing and was now keeping more balls in the fairway. Despite her shorter backswing, she remains a highly competitive golferContinue Reading
Photos by GoFlashwin.com By Thomas Grant Jr. The ‘second season’ for Dutch Fork football during the Tom Knotts era has proven as rewarding as the post-season. Since his arrival in 2010, the Silver Foxes have won 14 of the last 16 region titles. They are 49-2 since 2015 and haveContinue Reading
Photo by GoFlashwin.com By Thomas Grant, Jr. Irmo football returns to previously chartered territory this Friday. When it plays host to North Augusta, the game marks their return to Region 5-4A. This is also the first meeting between the two Yellow Jacket teams since 2015. “New region, new foes,” IrmoContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — The Irmo Town Council honored a milestone in local sports history during its recent meeting, recognizing the 1980 Irmo High School Yellow Jackets football team for winning the state championship. Mayor Bill Danielson presented a proclamation on behalf of the council honoring the players, coaches, managers andContinue Reading
Local powerlifter Lawrence Brimfield breaks NFL Combine record on bench press By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Seven weeks after One Life Fitness (1LF)–Sandhills hosted its first-ever 1,000-pound club powerlifting event in northeast Columbia, one of that gym’s sister facilities, 1LF-Forest Acres held its also-first Fall4All event with the same big-threeContinue Reading
This picture of a tennis player hitting a topspin forehand shows several similarities to the golf swing just before impact. Notice how the player has shifted his weight forward and turned his body toward the target. His head has also started to turn, allowing his eyes to see down theContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Irmo was riding high with a 3-game winning streak and number-one ranking in the South Carolina Prep Media Class 4A prior to last Friday’s visit to Dorman. Things got off to an inauspicious start against the Class 5A 3 rd ranked Cavaliers. A safety left theContinue Reading
From the Lexington County Blowfish Two-time Coastal Plain League All-Star Zach Cowart has been named the new Lexington County Blowfish head coach, General Manager Tony Baldwin announced on Sept. 15.He replaces Ted Falkner, who spent one season leading the Blowfish after replacing Michael Menhart. A graduate of River Bluff HighContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Friday Night Lights has taken on a different meaning this season for Dutch Fork. Through the first month of the season, lightning storms have had a significance presence at high school football games in the Palmetto State. From delays, rescheduling or even outright cancellations, few teamsContinue Reading
Irmo opens home schedule at W.C. Hawkins Stadium Friday. The Yellow Jackets play host to Wilson (2-1). After a season-opening loss to Rock Hill, they have outscored their last two opponents 92-0. In the 55-0 win over Lower Richland, running back Tai Phillips and quarterback Brittain Davis, each had threeContinue Reading
Dutch Fork defensive lineman Jaden Wuerth – Photos by GoFlashwin.com By Thomas Grant Jr. After three straight road games to open the season, Dutch Fork gets its unofficial “Homecoming” this Friday. The 4-time defending Class 5A champions face Sumter for their home opener. It’s the Silver Foxes’ first game atContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) has announced a lineup of nationally recognized fishing tournaments coming to Lake Murray during the 2026-27 season. The events will bring professional bass anglers, kayak competitors and amateur fishermen to the Midlands, along with spectators and outdoor enthusiasts. The tournaments are expectedContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — Irmo Middle School celebrated its 50th anniversary with a special Anniversary Night during its September 9 football game against Newberry Middle School. The evening included a pregame ceremony recognizing several special guests, including School District Five Superintendent Dr. Akil E. Ross Sr., Irmo Middle School Principal MansaContinue Reading
By Robin All Today, we have a picture of a true athlete who is over 70 years old and has applied the experience he learned from playing sports when he was younger to his golf game. Many of us have forgotten how we used to swing a baseball bat. WeContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — Burn Boot Camp’s annual Level Up Games community fitness competition brought together 70 athletes last week for a demanding test of strength, endurance and mental toughness. Irmo residents Amanda Boyeson and Lauren McClain teamed up to finish second in Group B. Competitors were tested through three workoutsContinue Reading