By Thomas Grant Jr. High school players from the town of Irmo and surrounding Lake Murray towns were well-represented in this year’s South Carolina Football Coaches Association All-State teams. Class 4A Lower State runner-up Irmo had eight players selected to the first team. Meanwhile, repeat Class 5A champion Dutch ForkContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The realization of a challenging defense of the Class 4A boys basketball title was not lost upon Irmo head coach Tim Whipple. From graduating Class 4A Player of the Year Brandon Crawford and guard Te’Andre Summons to the transfer of guards Madden and Mason Collins, thisContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. When Precious Bross looks back on 2023, some of her high moments in softball took place with Minority Softball Prospects. The national organization provided the University of Georgia signee an opportunity this summer to play at the Jennie Finch Classic in Seattle, Washington. Bross’ Toni’s PromiseContinue Reading
Brother and Sister wrestlers, Luke and Gracie Sevilla, both competed in Gatlinburg, Tennessee recently; Luke individually and for the South Carolina State/National Team – Team Palmetto, and Gracie, for Team So. Cal. Luke, a 12-year-old Irmo Middle Schooler in the 7th grade, has been wrestling for the better part of 3Continue Reading
Calling all Irmo High School soccer alumni, family, and friends! Get ready for a nostalgic and thrilling afternoon as the 45th annual Irmo High School Soccer alumni game takes center stage at the Irmo stadium on December 23 at 2:30 pm. This time-honored tradition promises an opportunity for former soccerContinue Reading
Dutch Fork High School celebrated a remarkable signing day, where a group of outstanding athletes committed to pursuing their collegiate sports careers. The diverse talents of these athletes reflect the depth and excellence of Dutch Fork’s athletic programs. This signing day is a testament to the rich athletic talent andContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. For Irmo senior safety Isaiah McClary, Saturday’s Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Bowl was his “last hurrah” for high school. He’s scheduled to graduate this Friday and enroll at the University of South Carolina in January. McClary plans to join the football team as a walk-on. On Saturday,Continue Reading
Carolina Wings played host to a heartwarming event on December 2, as Santa himself made a special appearance at the River Springs Elementary PTO’s Polar Express and Breakfast with Santa. This marks the sixth consecutive year that Carolina Wings has opened its doors to over 350 adults and children fromContinue Reading
DeAree Rogers, a redshirt freshman and former Irmo High School football standout, has added another accolade to his impressive resume by being named to the NCAA Division 2 All-Super Regional First Team. Rogers, currently a wide receiver for Lenoir-Rhyne University, has proven to be a standout performer both as aContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The winning seasons of both Class 5A runner-up White Knoll and Class 4A Lower State runner-up Irmo were rewarded by the South Carolina Football Coaches Association. Both head coaches Nick Pelham of the Timberwolves and Aaron Brand of the Yellow Jackets were named Lower State CoachesContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The high school football playoffs are over, but the All-Star season is in full gear. This weekend will see a pair of games featuring some of the top players from Richland and Lexington counties. Palmetto I-20 Classic The third edition of the All-Star game takes placeContinue Reading