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FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Union looks to rebound

By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 1,728 Reads
On Wed, 09/23/2020 - 06:00 AM

One of last year’s best games was between Union and East Webster.

And first-year Union coach Jordan Wren said he expects it to be another good game this year.

The Wolverines are 2-1 on the season with wins over Vardaman (55-21) and East Union (42-20). Their lone loss is to 3A Choctaw County (50-18).

SOFTBALL: NCA wins district

By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 1,650 Reads
On Wed, 09/23/2020 - 06:00 AM

The Newton County Academy Lady Generals secured the district championship this past week with a no-hit win at Hebron Christian.

After losing 10-3 to rival Sylva Bay on Monday, the Lady Generals beat Hebron Christian 15-0 to secure the district championship.

Tyreke Snow runs for yardage in a 33-0 win over Raymond last week. | Mary Rigdon/Keepsake Images

Football stats for Sept. 23

By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 2,991 Reads
On Tue, 09/22/2020 - 09:59 PM

The Newton County Appeal has compiled a list of the player stats for the games played through Friday, Sept. 18. The following stats were submitted by each team. To submit stats or if you have questions about statistics, please email sports@newtoncountyappeal.com.

Players of the week for Sept. 18

By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 11,552 Reads
On Tue, 09/22/2020 - 05:55 PM

The following players were named the Newton County Appeal Players of the Week for games played on Sept. 18.

Editor's note: The players were selected by Newton County Appeal sports editor Robbie Robertson with input from the coaching staff of each school. For more information, contact sports@newtoncountyappeal.com.

Players of the week for Sept. 11

By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 9,131 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 04:09 PM

The following players were named the Newton County Appeal Players of the Week for games played on Sept. 11.

Carlois Walker is tackled by a Southeast Lauderdale runner. | Tiffany Bass

WEEK 3/5 PREVIEW: Showdown of Union, Newton County highlights week

By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 4,429 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 06:00 AM

Two undefeated football teams will get tested this week without leaving Newton County.

Union will make the short trip to Decatur on Friday to take on Newton County in a contest that has turned into a hotly contested game.

The Cougars are 2-0 on the season with a 32-13 win over Morton and a 39-6 win over Southeast Lauderdale.

Jaden Mann passes to an open Cy Mooney. | Brent Maze/The Appeal

Prep Stats for Sept. 16

By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 5,674 Reads
On Tue, 09/15/2020 - 12:51 PM

The Newton County Appeal has compiled a list of the player stats for the games played through Friday, Sept. 11. The following stats were submitted by each team. To submit stats or if you have questions about statistics, please email sports@newtoncountyappeal.com.

NCA, Senior Jax Porter catches pass in coverage for a General Touchdown. | NCA Photo

NCA falls to Wayne Academy

By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 6,370 Reads
On Mon, 09/14/2020 - 02:36 PM

After a week off dealing with the coronavirus, the Newton County Academy Generals returned to play on Friday night.

But the off week didn’t help the Generals as visiting Wayne Academy scored early and often and took a 44-6 win on Friday night.

NCA Shortstop Cayden Alexander tags runner out at third base. | NCA Photo

NCA adds one win in busy week of action

By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 5,682 Reads
On Mon, 09/14/2020 - 02:29 PM

The Newton County Academy Lady Generals got in four games last week but only managed one win.

But the one win was an important one as the Lady Generals beat Kemper Academy 8-3 on Tuesday.

Cayden Alexander slides safely into home to score a run for the Lady Generals. | NCA Photo

SOFTBALL: NCA notches two impressive wins over Kemper Academy, Hebron

By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 5,861 Reads
On Wed, 09/09/2020 - 02:13 PM

The Newton County Academy Lady Generals grabbed a pair of big wins on the softball diamond this week.

The Lady Generals took a pair of 10-0 wins, beating Kemper Academy and Hebron Christian last week.

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