The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame (SCFHOF) is pleased to announce the commencement of the nomination period for the 2024 Bridge Builder Excellence Award (BBEA). This prestigious award aims to recognize outstanding high school football student-athletes who excel not only on the field but also in academics and communityContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. From practicing on an Irmo field under the watchful eye of grandmother Rebecca Lusk to kicking in state championship games for Dutch Fork head coach Tom Knotts, Tyler Bass has remained focused on his craft. So after signing a four-year extension last year worth $21 millionContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The “award tour” for Irmo head football coach Aaron Brand continued Friday. This time, he was recognized as the Coach of the Year by the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. The ceremony was held at the high school where Brand was also presented a $2,500 check by theContinue Reading
In a display of exceptional talent and determination, Irmo Middle School Wrestlers made their mark at the Area 5 Qualifiers held at Gilbert High School on January 6. Sanctioned by the South Carolina High School League, this event served as a stepping stone for eight Irmo Middle School wrestlers toContinue Reading
In an outstanding display of skill and determination, Ayden Floyd, an 8th-grade wrestler from Irmo Middle School, emerged victorious at the South Carolina Youth Wrestling Association Nationals on December 30. The event, held at Indian Land High School in Lancaster, saw Floyd competing in the 143-pound category. Despite facing theContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The transition from longtime girls’ basketball coach Fanny Norris to first-year coach Candace Bush has produced a familiar, winning result so far at Dutch Fork. Despite having a five-game winning streak snapped Jan. 6 in a 60-39 loss to Thomson, Ga., the Class 5A fourth-ranked LadyContinue Reading
Ridge View will play Irmo on Wednesday By Thomas Grant Jr. The undefeated start by the Ridge View boys basketball team has started to attract national attention. Fresh off winning the prestigious Chick-fil-A Classic, the Blazers were ranked Jan. 3 by both Maxpreps.com and ESPN. They made a quantum leapContinue Reading
In September of the past year, Capital City/Lake Murray Country proudly hosted the renowned Fishing University/University of Fishing National TV show on the breathtaking waters of Lake Murray. The episode features BASS pro-Bryan New from Saluda and Spro’s Jordan Albertson from Georgia, joining hosts Legendary angler Charlie Ingram and co-hostContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The fifth-annual High School Blitz Senior Showcase Bowl took place Saturday at Brookland-Cayce High School. In both cases, players from throughout the Palmetto State overlooked for similar events took part. The East team included Irmo players linebacker Marquell Lewis, offensive lineman Bryant Ham and wide receiverContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The holiday break saw at least one Lake Murray-based basketball team win a post-Christmas tournament title. The Dutch Fork girls’ basketball team won the Cooperhead Classic at Catawba Ridge High School in Fort Mill. The Lady Silver Foxes defeated Palisades Athletics in Saturday’s final. Michaela FairwellContinue Reading
In an exciting development for our local angling community, Lake Murray has been chosen as the stage for two major kayak fishing championships in 2024. Organized by the Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC), these events promise to bring elite kayak anglers to our beloved waters, showcasing the region’s prowess asContinue Reading