GHS partners with QB Vision to bring offseason training camp
GRAFTON— The Grafton High School football program will be hosting a QB Vision offseason camp later this month at Grafton High’s McKinney Field.
Updated: 2 days ago
Base Invader teams struggle to knock in runs against Clarksburg and Lewis County teams
GRAFTON—The girls softball Base Invaders summer program was dealt a series of losses this past week, as the summer season is now in full swing.
Updated: 2 days ago
Take it to the hoop in some friendly community competition
GRAFTON— As a way to keep not only youths in the area engaged in physical activity through the summer, but to encourage adults to get moving, as well, Grafton High School girls basketball coach Andrew Moore has coordinated an event for the whole community to enjoy.
Updated: 2 days ago
Levi Newlon and Mason Markley named as Taylor County Athletes of the Week
This week’s Taylor County Athletes of the Week are proving to be a dynamic duo on the baseball field. Levi Newlon and Mason Markley are members of the Grafton Senior League baseball team, which the pair has led to a winning 10-6 season against some formidable competition.
Updated: 2 days ago
Chris Miller receives prestigious recognition for pitching performance
GRAFTON—Recent Grafton High School (GHS) graduate Chris Miller was a standout on the baseball field for the Bearcats, delivering performances on the mound that garnered the attention of other coaches and earned him respectable recognition.
Updated: 2 days ago
Lady Cats’ season comes to an end during sectional play
BERKELEY SPRINGS— The Grafton High School Lady Bearcats softball team left it all on the field, as they entered tournament play on Saturday.
Updated: 5 days ago
Youth football looking to fill rosters
GRAFTON—The Taylor County Youth Football program just completed sign ups for the upcoming 2021 season.
Updated: 5 days ago
Base Invaders kickoff summer seasons
GRAFTON— The girls softball Base Invaders summer program got underway this past week with a slew of games to start the summer season.
Updated: 5 days ago
Base Invaders kickoff summer seasons
GRAFTON— The girls softball Base Invaders summer program got underway this past week with a slew of games to start the summer season.
Updated: 5 days ago
Charleston Bound
GRAFTON— After a stellar performance at the regional meet on Thursday, the Grafton High School (GHS) track team had 12 Bearcat competitors qualify to advance to Charleston to compete in the state meet.
Updated: 5 days ago
Amber Smith and Luke Hess named as Taylor County Athletes of the Week
This week’s Taylor County Athletes of the Week have been taking Homeplate by storm.
Updated: 1 week ago
Opportunity to support the future of Taylor County Little League
GRAFTON— Taylor County Little League (TCLL) has been fostering a love for baseball within the youth of the community for many years; preparing young athletes for the next level, teaching sportsmanship, instilling confidence and providing the opportunity for players to create life-long memories.
Updated: 1 week ago
Native champion Muay Thai fighter Natalie “Kill Face” Morgan returns to train future fighters
MORGANTOWN—To help spread her love of the sport, professional MMA and Muay Thai fighter Natalie “Kill Face” Morgan, a Grafton native who fights out of “The Yard” Muay Thai gymnasium in Los Angeles, California, will be hosting a seminar in neighboring Morgantown.
Updated: 1 week ago
Lady Cats shut out Tigers, fall in first round of sectionals
GRAFTON—On Thursday, Grafton High School senior Mia Chambers, took to the mound for the Lady Bearcats, and led her team to victory, not allowing the Elkins Tigers to earn a single run.
Updated: 1 week ago
Off season conditioning being offered
GRAFTON—Lady basketball players in the area are going to be given the opportunity to continue making improvements to their game during the offseason.
Updated: 1 week ago
Spots available for WV AAU tournaments
CHARLESTON— West Virginia Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Basketball Sports Director Clarence Woody recently announced that spots are still available for the WV AAU girls and boys basketball tournaments taking place later this month.
Updated: 1 week ago
Inaugural season for AJES running club proves to be a success
GRAFTON— As a way to provide recreational physical activity to students who may not be athletically inclined or prefer not to take part in organized youth sports, this year, Anna Jarvis Elementary School (AJES) offered a running club to those in grades two-four.
Updated: 1 week ago
Lady Knights start and end final game in celebration
GRAFTON—The Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) Lady Knights softball team played their final of the season game on Thursday night, as they celebrated their eighth grader members who would be playing their last game as a Lady Knights.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Dylan Garrison and Seth Horne named as Taylor County Athletes of the Week
This week’s Taylor County Athletes of the Week are two local young men, who despite facing challenges this year, have remained positive and persevered to make major impacts on their teams.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Grafton brushes off loss to claim a close second-game victory in double-header
TUCKER COUNTY— Struggling to keep the up with the high-powered offense of the Tucker County Lady Mountain Lions, the Grafton High School Lady Bearcats saw the first contest of a double-header slip away early, and they were unable to pull off the comeback.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
10U wraps up a successful season
GRAFTON— The Grafton 10U Base Invaders have finished up their historic first season. A lot of work went into getting this program off the ground and moving forward for the girls of Taylor County.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Lady Knights rack up 22 runs in Morgantown
GRAFTON—The TCMS Lady Knights played a marathon high scoring game last night as they traveled to Morgantown to take on Trinity Christian in a showdown under the lights.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Grafton claims four victories over the weekend
GRAFTON— The Lady Bearcats played back-to-back double headers over the weekend, and demolished the competition, coming away victorious in all four contests.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
TCLL weekly roundup 5/17-5/21
Majors Triple B Gutter Athletics are 8-3 Gavin Strong Orioles are 1-7.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Lady Cats go one and one
GRAFTON— The Lady Bearcats found themselves struggling at the plate against the Keyser Golden Tornadoes on Tuesday evening.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Grab your racket and learn to play tennis with instructors from GHS and FSU
GRAFTON— The Grafton High School (GHS) Tennis coaches will be hosting a tennis camp next month for all those interested in either learning the sport, or those with experience looking to sharpen their skills.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Chris Miller and Jerra Halbritter named as Student Athletes of the Week
This week’s Taylor County Athletes of the Week are showcasing a bittersweet ending and an exciting beginning for two of Grafton High School’s standout competitors.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
8U Base Invaders wrap up their inaugural season
GRAFTON— The Taylor County Base Invaders 8U Girls Softball team just finished their inaugural season.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Lady Knights turn the tables, stinging the Lady Bees with a 27-15 victory
FAIRMONT— The TCMS Lady Knights Softball team traveled to take on the Lady Bees of East Fairmont Middle in Marion County this past Wednesday.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Freshman demolish previous records for new personal bests
LEWIS COUNTY— The ladies of the Grafton High School Bearcat track team continue to amaze, as they unceasingly strive for better, pushing themselves, becoming stronger, faster athletes and as a result, they are breaking personal records and taking wins.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Lady Cats handed three straight losses in Big Ten play
GRAFTON—The Lady Bearcats softball team entered Big 10 play on Friday, meeting up with the Lincoln Lady Cougars for round one.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
TCMS comes out on top of a high scoring affair
GRAFTON- The TCMS Lady Knights Softball team hosted the Lady Husky Pups from Barrackville in Marion County last night.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Invaders record a 7-7 tie over the weekend
GRAFTON— The Taylor County Base Invaders 10U Girls Softball team played a hard-fought game against Sherwood that ended in a tie over the weekend.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
GHS swimmers selected to All Big-Ten Conference Team
GRAFTON— Three Bearcat swimmers made noticeable splashes in the pool this season, and earned themselves spots on the 2020-2021 All Big-Ten Conference Team.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Grafton Bearcats take first win of the season over Preston Knights at Upton Field
GRAFTON—The Grafton High School baseball team took to Upton Field on Friday evening to honor their lone senior, Chris Miller, prior to the first pitch of their contest with Preston County High School.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Lady Knights forced to tap out early
GRAFTON— The TCMS Lady Knights Softball team hosted the Lady Bulldogs from Doddridge County this past week on May 11.
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Lillie Crimm and Hunter McQuain named Taylor County Student Athletes of the Week
This week’s Taylor County Athletes of the Week are showing how it’s done on the diamond! Taylor County Middle School’s (TCMS) Lillie Crimm and Taylor County Little Leaguer Hunter McQuain have been selected for the recognition this week.
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Taylor County Youth Football and Cheer announces sign ups
TAYLOR COUNTY— Taylor County Youth Football and Cheer has announced upcoming dates for those wishing to sign up to be a Bearcub this fall.
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Jones holds Lady Braves to 2 runs for the win
GRAFTON—The Taylor County Base Invaders 10U Girls Softball teams took home the victory against a tough Bridgeport Lady Braves Team.
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Lady Cats go 1 for 3, playing three over three day span
GRAFTON— Finding themselves about midway through their season, the Grafton High School Lady Bearcats softball team has had a busy schedule, playing three games this week, and going 1-3.
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Grafton hoping for turn around as they enter second half of season
GRAFTON— Thus far, the Grafton Bearcat baseball team’s season hasn’t gone the way they had hoped, but with plenty of games left on the schedule, Grafton, under the leadership of Coach Bartsel Keener is looking to turn things around.
Updated: 1 month ago
Lady Cats split a pair of games with Liberty
GRAFTON—The Lady Bearcats found themselves splitting a double header with the Liberty Lady Mountaineers on Monday.
Updated: 1 month ago
Lady Cats split a pair of games with Liberty
GRAFTON—The Lady Bearcats found themselves splitting a double header with the Liberty Lady Mountaineers on Monday.
Updated: 1 month ago
Taylor and Glaspell earn top finishes at Junior States
PARKERSBURG— The Grafton Youth Wrestling Club wrapped up their season over the weekend taking to the mats in the 44th Annual Junior States Wrestling Championship.
Updated: 1 month ago
Sporting complex opening close to home
GRAFTON—Most of the residents of Taylor County are unaware of a new multi-million-dollar sports complex that is opening soon and is just a short twenty-minute drive away from most communities in Taylor County.
Updated: 1 month ago
Local soccer teams compete in Summersville
TAYLOR COUNTY— The Taylor County Soccer Association sent four teams to Summersville to compete in the Inaugural Nicholas County Youth Soccer Lorenzen Cup over the weekend.
Updated: 1 month ago
Knights continue to impress on the track and in the field
GRAFTON— The Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) track team continues to outshine the competition, as they delivered another electrifying performance at East West Stadium in Fairmont last week.
Updated: 1 month ago
Invaders look to continue winning streak
GRAFTON— The Taylor County Base Invaders 10U Girls Softball teams took home the victory in a pair of games this week.
Updated: 1 month ago
TCLL weekly roundup 5/1-5/6
GRAFTON— Below are the results from opening week of Taylor County Little League. Game results will be featured each Saturday.
Updated: 1 month ago
Grafton Gators ready to dive into 2021 season
GRAFTON—While the waters remain too cold for most to want to jump in and go for a swim, the Grafton Gators swim team has been braving those chilly waters in preparation of the 2021 season.
Updated: 1 month ago
Cole Knotts and Hadley Horne named Taylor County Athletes of the Week
This week’s Taylor County Athletes of the Week are perfect example of hard work and dedication paying off! Taylor County Little Leaguer Cole Knotts and Taylor County Middle School’s (TCMS) Hadley Horne have been selected for the recognition this week.
Updated: 1 month ago
GHS baseball learning through the losses
GRAFTON—As a young team, the Grafton High School (GHS) baseball program has been struggling to find their footing this year.
Updated: 1 month ago
Lady Knights seek revenge on Lady Mountain Lions
GRAFTON—The TCMS Lady Knights girls’ softball team fielded a rematch against the Lady Mountain Lions of Mountaineer Middle School in Harrison County on May 6.
Updated: 1 month ago
Lady Knights seek revenge on Lady Mountain Lions
GRAFTON—The TCMS Lady Knights girls’ softball team fielded a rematch against the Lady Mountain Lions of Mountaineer Middle School in Harrison County on May 6.
Updated: 1 month ago
Lady Cats face struggles at the plate
GRAFTON—The Lady Bearcat softball team was handed their second loss of the season on Tuesday evening, as the Robert C. Byrd (RCB) Eagles claimed the 1-0 victory.
Updated: 1 month ago
Horne and Niggemyer lead TCMS to overall finishes in the top five
BRIDGEPORT—On Saturday, the Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) track team competed against eight area teams during the Bridgeport Connect Meet, and at the end of the day, both the girls and boys had earned enough event wins for fourth-place overall finishes.
Updated: 1 month ago
Base Invaders secure close game against Gilmer
GRAFTON— The 10U Grafton Base Invaders girls’ softball team squeaked out a win against a formidable Gilmer County team at home this past Sunday.
Updated: 1 month ago
Base Invaders secure close game against Gilmer
GRAFTON— The 10U Grafton Base Invaders girls’ softball team squeaked out a win against a formidable Gilmer County team at home this past Sunday.
Updated: 1 month ago
Base Invaders secure close game against Gilmer
GRAFTON— The 10U Grafton Base Invaders girls’ softball team squeaked out a win against a formidable Gilmer County team at home this past Sunday.
Updated: 1 month ago
Knights win overall at Liberty
CLARKSBURG— Faced with less than desirable conditions, as the rain and wind challenged the Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) track team just as much as their opponents during their recent meet at Liberty High School, the team still managed to walk away victorious.
Updated: 1 month ago
Toothman Ford sponsors annual Bearcat Bash
GRAFTON— The Lady Bearcat softball team improved their record to 7-1 over the weekend, playing back-to-back games in the 3rd Annual Bearcat Bash, sponsored this year, by Toothman Ford
Updated: 1 month ago
Volunteers come together in support of Base Invaders
GRAFTON— While most baseball and softball games throughout the county and surrounding areas were canceled on Monday due to the rain, one local team refused to let the weather stop them, and still got their chance to run the diamond, thanks to the kind hearts and dedication of parents, coaches and community volunteers.
Updated: 1 month ago
Grafton places 12 in top five or better at home meet
GRAFTON—The Grafton High School boys track team ran at home for the first time this season on April 28, and while the group didn’t get the outcome they were hoping for, they continue to improve and develop into formidable opponents.
Updated: 1 month ago
GHS wrestler sees dream of competing at the next level come true
GRAFTON— Grafton High School senior Noah Allman practically grew up on the mats, finding a passion for the sport of wrestling at a young age; a passion that turned into a dream of one day competing at the college level, and now he is seeing that dream come true.
Updated: 1 month ago
Lady Knights give solid pitching and defensive performance to secure victory
GRAFTON – The Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) Lady Knights Girls Softball program went to battle against the Lady Braves of Bridgeport this past Tuesday, April 27, in a back-and-forth contest that would test the resolve of both teams.
Updated: 1 month ago
Calling all mini Cats
GRAFTON— Grafton High School (GHS) has recently announced the return of their cheer program’s Mini Cats Cheer Camp tradition.
Updated: 1 month ago
Grafton unable to outlast Polar Bear shooting, falls in Section Finals
FAIRMONT— Coming off an exhilarating sectional semi-final win at the buzzer over Notre Dame, # 8 Grafton (12-4) hit the road traveling to Fairmont to take on the #2 Polar Bears of Fairmont Senior High School (14-1), in a sectional finals showdown.
Updated: 1 month ago
Lady Bearcats give stellar performance at Coach Seaton Invitational
PHILIPPI— Going into the season as a young team, with a roster containing only one senior and one junior, the Grafton High School Lady Bearcat track team managed to surpassed all expectations and secure a second-place team finish at the Coach Seaton Invitational on Saturday, with a team total of 99.
Updated: 1 month ago
Hey coaches,
TAYLOR COUNTY— The Mountain Statesman will once again be featuring outstanding student athletes weekly. Taylor County Student Athlete of the Week will be featured in each Saturday edition, and we are calling on coaches for candidates.
Updated: 1 month ago
GHS runners open season at Doddridge County
DODDRIDGE COUNTY— Starting the season with three of their leading runners sidelined with injuries, the Grafton High School girls track team recently traveled to Doddridge County to compete in their first meet of the season.
Updated: 1 month ago
Lady Cats off to a promising start, overpowering Indians 8-4
GRAFTON— Grafton softball standout Frederique Maloney led the Lady Bearcats to an 8-4 victory over Bridgeport at home this week.
Updated: 1 month ago
TCLL weekly roundup
GRAFTON— Below are the results from opening week of Taylor County Little League. Game results will be featured each Saturday.
Updated: 1 month ago
Tradition starts here: COVID brings Lady Cats season to an early close
GRAFTON— After having five of their regular season games canceled due to COVID-19 outbreaks, the Grafton High School (GHS) Lady Bearcat basketball season has officially come to an end.
Updated: 1 month ago
Base Invaders go 2-1 on the week taking down two Bridgeport teams
GRAFTON— The 10u Base Invaders started their week with their first road game against the Lewis County Pink Panthers, who are the reigning 10u champions.
Updated: 1 month ago
GHS Bearcat wrestling season comes to an end
GRAFTON—After a tough, shortened season, the Grafton High School (GHS) wrestling season has come to an end.
Updated: 1 month ago
Angus becomes first GHS male swimmer to compete in state meet
MORGANTOWN—Grafton High School (GHS) sophomore Will Angus competed in the West Virginia State Swim Meet on Tuesday, April 20, becoming the first male swimmer from GHS to do so.
Updated: 1 month ago
Gators to host sign-ups for upcoming season
GRAFTON— The Grafton Gators Swim Team is looking for some strong swimmers to fill their roster, hoping to make a splash in their 2021 season, and will be hosting sign-up for potentials.
Updated: 1 month ago
Cats have fans on the edge of their seats in 57-55 win over Irish in section play
GRAFTON— Scotty Hamilton Gymnasium was a roar of excitement on Wednesday evening, as the Grafton Bearcats kicked off the sectional semifinals against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in what would be a nail biting event.
Updated: 1 month ago
Allman and Mitchell qualify for states
GHS wrestlers Noah Allman (top) and Jeremiah Mitchell (bottom) placed third and fourth during the regional meet at Braxton County High School on April 10, and will be heading to states representing Grafton High School on the mats.
Updated: 1 month ago
Local softball league looking to fill teams
GRAFTON— The Base Invaders are looking to add some talent to their rosters, as they prepared to host spring sign-ups, with hopes of drawing enough interest to create multiple teams.
Updated: 1 month ago
Lady athletes being challenged to take a shot at improving their skills
GRAFTON— With one goal in mind , to create the best basketball program in the area, Grafton High School (GHS) Lady Bearcat head coach Andrew Moore is constantly looking for ways to challenge his players, as well as all athletes in the area.
Updated: 1 month ago
Bearcats open on the road falling short of the comeback in 7-6 loss to BU
BUCKHANNON—The Grafton Bearcat baseball program opened their season Monday night on the road, as they took to the field against Buckhannon-Upshur (BU).
Updated: 1 month ago
10U Base Invaders open with a win
GRAFTON— The 10U Grafton Base Invaders girls softball team had their first game recently, as Tucker County made the trip to Grafton for the inaugural season opener for the newly formed 10U team.
Updated: 1 month ago
Support local baseball players at opening day
GRAFTON— It is finally time to play ball! The 2021 Taylor County Little League season kicks off today, with an opening day ceremony to be held at 11:30 a.m.
Updated: 1 month ago
Gerkin claims overall spot in state meet
TAYLOR COUNTY— Local youth Skye Gerkin has put years of work into her tumbling and gymnastic abilities, spending long hours in the gym perfecting her craft for competition, and recently she had the opportunity to test her skills at the 2021 West Virginia State Gymnastic Meet.
Updated: 1 month ago
Bulldogs overcome Knights in final second of play to end the season
PHILIPPI—The TCMS Knights Boys Basketball traveled to Barbour County to face off against the Philippi Middle School Bulldogs on April 9 in the last game of the season.
Updated: 1 month ago
Crimm’s pitching performance carries Lady Knights to season opener win
GRAFTON— The TCMS Lady Knights softball team was finally able to take the field Monday, April 12, as the Knights season was halted last year at the start of the pandemic.
Updated: 1 month ago
Crimm’s pitching performance carries Lady Knights to season opener win
GRAFTON— The TCMS Lady Knights softball team was finally able to take the field Monday, April 12, as the Knights season was halted last year at the start of the pandemic.
Updated: 1 month ago
Grafton dominates Liberty,60-30
GRAFTON—Coming off of their win against Lincoln, the Grafton High School (GHS) Bearcats traveled to Clarksburg last Friday to take on the Liberty Mountaineers.
Updated: 1 month ago
Youth wrestling club places all four participants at Marshall County Open
GRAFTON— The Grafton Youth Wrestling Club spent some time on the road last weekend, traveling to Canfield, Ohio to take part in the Youngstown Spring Open on Saturday, April 10, before making their way to Moundsville, WV for the Marshall County Open on Sunday, April 11.
Updated: 1 month ago
Lady Bearcats play seven games over an 11 day span
GRAFTON—Keeping with their busy schedule, playing games with limited practices in between, the Lady Bearcats recently faced off again the Lady Cougars of Lincoln High School and Liberty’s Lady Mountaineers.
Updated: 1 month ago
Seven Bearcat swimmers combine for 100 points at Region Three meet
SALEM—Grafton high school traveled to Salem University on Saturday to compete in the Region three swim meet.
Updated: 1 month ago
Back to back play for Knights
WESTON— The TCMS Knights Boys Basketball traveled to Lewis County to face off against the R.L. Bland Patriots on April 1.
Updated: 2 months ago
Grafton out plays Lincoln to claim victory, 66-54
GRAFTON—On Wednesday, the Grafton High School (GHS) Bearcat basketball team took an early lead over the Lincoln Cougars and never looked back.
Updated: 2 months ago
Knights show appreciation to some their most dedicated fans
PRUNTYTOWN— The young men of the Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) basketball team recently came together to show appreciation for a group of their most diehard fans.
Updated: 2 months ago
Lady Knights fall to the well prepared Lady Hawks
BELINGTON— Hitting the road for the second time in a week, the Lady Knights made their way to Belington to come to blows with the Belington Lady Hawks.
Updated: 2 months ago
Lady Bearcats claim first win of the season over Union Tigers
GRAFTON— After a rocky start to a very unconventional season, the Grafton High School (GHS) Lady Bearcats, unwavering in their dedication to improving, claimed their first win of the season.
Updated: 2 months ago
Lady Knights face tough competitors on the road
WESTON—The Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) Lady Knights Basketball team traveled to Lewis County on March 30 to face down the R.L. Bland Lady Patriots for the second time in one week.
Updated: 2 months ago
Bearcats unable to keep up with Polar Bears
GRAFTON—Sitting at an 8-1 record, after winning the last five of their six matchups, The #10 Grafton High School (GHS) boys basketball team traveled to Fairmont on March 30 to take on #2 Fairmont Senior High School Polar Bears (9-0).
Updated: 2 months ago
Bearcats unable to keep up with Polar Bears
GRAFTON—Sitting at an 8-1 record, after winning the last five of their six matchups, The #10 Grafton High School (GHS) boys basketball team traveled to Fairmont on March 30 to take on #2 Fairmont Senior High School Polar Bears (9-0).
Updated: 2 months ago
Cubs hit the mats in Parkersburg
PARKERSBURG— Despites what was a very long day against some grueling competition, some of the area’s youngest wrestlers still managed to bring home some hardware.
Updated: 2 months ago
Lady Knights winning streak increases to eight
PRUNTYTOWN—The Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) Lady Knights Basketball program continued their hectic schedule this week with two more home games.
Updated: 2 months ago
Close game ends in Knights’ favor
PRUNTYTOWN—The Taylor County Middle School Knights Boys Basketball team faced off against the West Preston Panthers on March 20.
Updated: 2 months ago
Bearcats maul Tigers 100-47
GRAFTON— It was a battle of the cats Tuesday night, as the Grafton High School Bearcat boys basketball team took to their home court in a matchup against the Elkins Tigers; putting on a great display of athleticism and earning an impressive win.
Updated: 2 months ago
Bearcat wrestlers travel to Lewis County
LEWIS COUNTY—The Grafton Bearcats wrestling team took part in a quad match at Lewis County High School last Tuesday and the results are listed below.
Updated: 2 months ago
TCSA accepting registrations for spring season
TAYLOR COUNTY—The Taylor County Soccer Association(TCSA) is gearing up for the spring season, and will be continuing to accept online registrations through Saturday, March 13.
Updated: 3 months ago
Lady Knights come away with win in physical contest
PRUNTYTOWN— The Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) Lady Knights Junior Varsity (JV) and Varsity teams took to their home court Monday night, opening their season against the West Fairmont Middle School Cubs (WFMS).
Updated: 3 months ago
Bearcats thrash East Fairmont with 33 point win on the road
GRAFTON—Ryan Maier poured in 27 points and Blake Moore added 19 as the Grafton Bearcats thrashed East Fairmont on the road Saturday by the score of 77-44 to begin their varsity basketball season.
Updated: 3 months ago
Local athlete helps lead travel softball team to championship victory
PRUNTYTOWN—The Morgantown based Black Diamond Express 14U Girls Softball team recently held their own and emerged victorious against a bevy of Pittsburgh based teams to win the Big Dipper Tournament held in New Castle, PA on February 13.
Updated: 3 months ago
15 wrestlers place in top five or better at first tournament
BRIDGEPORT— The Grafton Wrestling Club traveled to Bridgeport over the weekend, taking over the Meadowbrook Mall, hitting the mats to compete in the Tribe Takedown Classic hosted by Bridgeport.
Updated: 3 months ago
Lady Bearcats suffer two straight losses
GRAFTON—Playing their third game in four days, the Grafton Lady Cats basketball team hosted Trinity Christian School on Saturday after traveling to Philip Barbour the previous evening.
Updated: 3 months ago
Grafton Lady Cats tip off the season
GRAFTON—After months of uncertainty and multiple schedule changes, the Grafton Lady Cats basketball team finally tipped off their 2020-21 regular season on Wednesday against conference foe East Fairmont, ultimately dropping the contest by the score of 60-34.
Updated: 3 months ago
Lady Knights basketball program makes improvements on and off the court
PRUNTYTOWN— Despite the hardships brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) Lady Knights basketball team has been hard at work on and off the court, making improvements to the program.
Updated: 3 months ago
Bearcat swimmers ready to dive into 2021 season
GRAFTON—On Friday, the Grafton High School swim team finished up a full week of practice in the water at Alderson Broaddus University in preparation for their first meet of the season on March 16.
Updated: 3 months ago
WVUhoops social media accounts make the Power Dozen
MORGANTOWN—According to Skull Sparks, an NCAA sports digital and design firm based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, West Virginia men’s basketball’s social media accounts are now considered among the NCAA’s “Power Dozen.”
Updated: 1 year ago
World TeamTennis and the Greenbrier Resort in negotiations
GREENBRIER COUNTY—Professional tennis players may be making their way to Greenbrier County soon as a result of the top international tennis tours ceasing to operate since early March with no tour events expected to resume until August at the earliest.
Updated: 1 year ago
WVSSAC Director talks prep football
TAYLOR COUNTY—As fans wait anxiously for the decision to be made regarding fall sports, West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission Executive Director Bernie Dolan says he is optimistic that there will be a high school football season in the state this year.
Updated: 1 year ago
TCMS volleyball game recap
PRUNTYTOWN – The Taylor County Middle School volleyball team finished their 2018 season last week. Here are their results for their final games of the season. 10/8/2018 - The girls were on the road in Elkins. The Hornets won in the contest 2 to 1. Natalea Mumaw had three blocks, Caroline Wellman had three aces and Daisy Charlton had one ace. In JV action the Knights lost both sets to Elkins. Andie Toothman, Destiny Weaver and Autumn Ware all had one ace while Sierra Persinger and Toothman had one kill.
Updated: 2 years ago