https://www.kentuckynewera.com/search/?q=&t=article&l=100&d=&d1=&d2=&s=start_time&sd=desc&nsa=eedition&c%5B%5D=sports/,sports*&f=rss www.kentuckynewera.com - RSS Results in section(s) sports/,sports* only for asset type(s) of article TNCMS 1.92.1 http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification 30 There is something about a spring break road trip that can either grind a team down or weld them together. For the Christian County Lady Colonels, their weekend trek to the Florida panhandle provided a bit of both, but they… Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/a41ff02a-0687-55ea-8b56-880ec9cacfdf https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_a41ff02a-0687-55ea-8b56-880ec9cacfdf.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter University Heights Academy made a statement at the Ruff Park tennis courts on Friday, as both the Blazers and Lady Blazers secured victories over cross-town rival Christian County. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ca6e1954-f80b-5c3d-ae86-c82c8f9c4cfb https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_ca6e1954-f80b-5c3d-ae86-c82c8f9c4cfb.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c533a672-a4f3-5aa7-b860-a1ea4bc8db24 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_c533a672-a4f3-5aa7-b860-a1ea4bc8db24.html Championship games are often decided by who blinks first, but University Heights Academy didn't even flinch Thursday night. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/b9071412-c748-50b3-9262-6c99a4a1ce79 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_b9071412-c748-50b3-9262-6c99a4a1ce79.html By Torrence Bates Kentucky New Era Sports Reporter Eddie Davis was untouchable Thursday evening. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4240fe61-137a-5158-acdd-d2c4f186bf0d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_4240fe61-137a-5158-acdd-d2c4f186bf0d.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Trigg County Public Schools has turned to a familiar face to lead its athletic department, announcing the appointment of Wendy Ahart as the new district director of athletics. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/6a5d0cad-1bba-548d-8c12-11bb950edcd6 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/cadiz_record/sports/article_6a5d0cad-1bba-548d-8c12-11bb950edcd6.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter While spring sports are in full swing, two Trigg County archers are extending their winter season after qualifying for the state championships. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c1b90d4e-db16-5642-a5b6-6578e5b4726a https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_c1b90d4e-db16-5642-a5b6-6578e5b4726a.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Trigg County archers punch tickets to state tournament. Page B1 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c9db0b83-8262-5bb4-9063-548c5cbd12f8 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_c9db0b83-8262-5bb4-9063-548c5cbd12f8.html Prep Roundup Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c1e30a73-7b68-53a3-8fe9-2c7d82f14035 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_c1e30a73-7b68-53a3-8fe9-2c7d82f14035.html Behind a dominant performance in the relay events and a handful of individual gold medals, the Fort Campbell boys track and field team secured a runner up finish at the Calloway County Laker Invitational on Saturday. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4b1d0d6d-8e61-5771-96e3-ad8714ef6a23 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_4b1d0d6d-8e61-5771-96e3-ad8714ef6a23.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter For UHA, Tuesday night’s Region 2 All "A" semifinal against Lyon County wasn't just another game on the schedule. It was an opportunity to settle a score that had been simmering since last postseason. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/9006c085-288c-5f5d-b640-d011ab8ad979 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_9006c085-288c-5f5d-b640-d011ab8ad979.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter When a team hits a skid, they usually look to their leaders to pull them out of it. On Tuesday night, Chloe Almy did just that. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ccc1dbe6-2afa-5690-b0be-b58429fc975e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_ccc1dbe6-2afa-5690-b0be-b58429fc975e.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/8e3630a1-d258-5b25-b1ad-6286d487ff7d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_8e3630a1-d258-5b25-b1ad-6286d487ff7d.html The Hopkinsville Tigers didn't just show up to the Calloway County Laker Invitational on Saturday, they took ownership of the track from the first whistle. Hoptown piled up 121 points to clear a massive 25 team field and bring the… Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2681c78d-1bdd-5b03-8e08-9cb5344686d6 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_2681c78d-1bdd-5b03-8e08-9cb5344686d6.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter If you blinked on Saturday, you probably missed Symeria Brown. The Christian County standout proved she is the fastest girl in the area, sweeping the short sprints at the Calloway County Laker Invitational to lead a strong Lady Colonel contingent. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/819aa2cb-83b6-50d8-848b-ae5ed078e801 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_819aa2cb-83b6-50d8-848b-ae5ed078e801.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Behind a dominant performance in the relay events and a handful of individual gold medals, the Fort Campbell boys track and field team secured a runner up finish at the Calloway County Laker Invitational on Saturday. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4e20a140-9b93-551f-8d12-6079919f3977 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_4e20a140-9b93-551f-8d12-6079919f3977.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/93e1e76e-9fdd-5f74-91f5-bfd8c3214a77 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_93e1e76e-9fdd-5f74-91f5-bfd8c3214a77.html University Heights saw its winning streak come to an end Thursday, falling 15-8 to Logan County in a high-scoring matchup. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/43308c15-0cd5-5976-8e82-30b4724d9a37 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_43308c15-0cd5-5976-8e82-30b4724d9a37.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The Christian County and UHA girls' tennis teams battled to a 4-4 draw Wednesday at Ruff Park as the cross-town rivals split a series of tightly contested matches. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/75f61b2e-7f72-547b-bcb6-b60a0583fca9 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_75f61b2e-7f72-547b-bcb6-b60a0583fca9.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The spring sports season is in full swing and several local teams are carving out spots among the best in the state as the first official April rankings are released. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/124debad-8ef9-539b-a74c-5237b69a7028 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_124debad-8ef9-539b-a74c-5237b69a7028.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Kady Fuller drove in five runs on four hits Tuesday night to lead the Trigg County Lady Wildcats to an 18-1 win over Union County. The victory earned the Lady Wildcats the Class 2A sectional championship and a spot in… Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/9a475450-a902-5b0e-b00b-8b794e37bbd6 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_9a475450-a902-5b0e-b00b-8b794e37bbd6.html By Torrence Bates New Era sports writer Prep Roundup Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/af531fe0-dab5-51d2-a2ab-b1a263f67e11 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_af531fe0-dab5-51d2-a2ab-b1a263f67e11.html Christian County softball hit a tough spot Tuesday night, losing 6-0 on the road against Livingston Central. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/97d4b2ad-4a0d-5c44-b7ed-5a1e5c91653e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_97d4b2ad-4a0d-5c44-b7ed-5a1e5c91653e.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Two key pillars of the Hoptown football program solidified their futures Wednesday as Aiden Jesse and Deandre Watkins signed their national letters of intent to play at the next level. Both players were huge for the Tigers this past fall,… Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/8e124998-b8a7-5046-837c-7e7d1ea30432 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_8e124998-b8a7-5046-837c-7e7d1ea30432.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Fort Campbell jumped out to an early advantage Monday afternoon, but a massive third-inning surge by University Heights Academy ultimately doomed the Falcons in a 17-2 district loss. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/93e489fa-d509-580c-96a4-01ed73baf134 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_93e489fa-d509-580c-96a4-01ed73baf134.html By Torrence Bates Eagle Post Sports A 10-run outburst in the third inning propelled UHA to a dominant 17-2 victory over district rival Fort Campbell on Monday. The win marks the sixth straight home victory for the No. 7 Blazers, who improved to 7-1 on the… Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/76ab14a2-9a1f-5c9a-b157-40e612a63413 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_76ab14a2-9a1f-5c9a-b157-40e612a63413.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The Christian County softball team walked away from a busy Saturday in Eddyville with its undefeated record intact, but it was a weekend defined as much by a gritty stalemate as it was by blowout wins. The Lady Colonels moved… Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f76d01b2-78a6-5e01-b628-0817045625bf https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_f76d01b2-78a6-5e01-b628-0817045625bf.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter In a field of more than 1,000 athletes, Hopkinsville’s Keyshun Teal made sure his name stood out on Saturday. The Tiger senior put on a clinic at the Meet of the South, walking away with Athlete of the Meet honors… Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f67abc25-0f0b-5c68-8e5c-2af2cd64591a https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_f67abc25-0f0b-5c68-8e5c-2af2cd64591a.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The UHA track and field team turned in a marathon of personal bests and podium finishes Saturday at the Meet of the South, led by a standout performance from the girls' relay squad and multi-medal efforts from Ajae Oatts. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/b415c37c-56f9-584b-9201-85ccf359f1b9 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_b415c37c-56f9-584b-9201-85ccf359f1b9.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/8269b457-f624-501d-8753-e81d0be9a4d2 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_8269b457-f624-501d-8753-e81d0be9a4d2.html The Hopkinsville High School tennis team battled both a deep Madisonville-North Hopkins squad and a biting wind on Tuesday, as the Tigers dropped a 3-0 decision to the Maroons at Ruff Park. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/300a1987-1018-5b01-af0f-1a70d3091d7a https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_300a1987-1018-5b01-af0f-1a70d3091d7a.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter UHA used a heavy dose of discipline and a few big swings to knock off Muhlenberg County 9-4 on Thursday night. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d6026f75-fb3e-5036-af64-4d6d78834447 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_d6026f75-fb3e-5036-af64-4d6d78834447.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Trigg County went toe-to-toe with Lyon County in a back-and-forth thriller that saw lead changes, defensive stops, and a gut-wrenching finish as the Wildcats fell 5-4. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0b08144d-6233-5988-ab97-36fdafa9095e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_0b08144d-6233-5988-ab97-36fdafa9095e.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Tember Oliver did it all on Tuesday, putting the team on her back both in the circle and at the plate to lead Trigg County to a dominant 12-1 road win over Calloway County. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/45e38fbf-df3d-576d-b973-cf47969700a6 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_45e38fbf-df3d-576d-b973-cf47969700a6.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Prep Roundup Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/fa58c657-c54a-536c-adbd-2492a0ddf2d8 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_fa58c657-c54a-536c-adbd-2492a0ddf2d8.html Christian County walked away from Tuesday night’s matchup with Madisonville-North Hopkins with a loss on the scoreboard, but not without showing signs of what this team can be. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/57e15893-21f3-5696-9e0d-a29894077140 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_57e15893-21f3-5696-9e0d-a29894077140.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4961238b-34c7-5d94-b6ff-2ffbf7cbcc59 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_4961238b-34c7-5d94-b6ff-2ffbf7cbcc59.html It was a week of strong pitching and tough lessons for Christian County, as the Colonels opened their stretch of games with an impressive shutout before dropping a close contest on the road. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/54363771-d6db-579b-ac15-f83c27dad935 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_54363771-d6db-579b-ac15-f83c27dad935.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The luck of the Irish returned to the Planters Bank Jennie Stuart Health Sportsplex on Saturday as MC Wrestling hosted its 2nd Annual Leprechaun Classic. The youth wrestling tournament has quickly established itself as a premier spring event in the… Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4e0ae64d-917b-5acb-91f0-d55ea4e38eb0 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_4e0ae64d-917b-5acb-91f0-d55ea4e38eb0.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter As construction continues on the new consolidated Christian County High School, the future home of the Tigers is beginning to show off its massive scale. While the entire campus is a major undertaking, the athletic wing is drawing particular attention… Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/41668630-c50a-5abf-9ab8-14577f13eb03 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_41668630-c50a-5abf-9ab8-14577f13eb03.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/e741989b-5a02-5f3f-b8c5-00ee0302bab3 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_e741989b-5a02-5f3f-b8c5-00ee0302bab3.html The local tennis season hit high gear Thursday afternoon as the Hopkinsville Tigers and Lady Tigers made the short trip to the HCA courts. Hopkinsville managed to secure a clean sweep in both the boys' and girls' team results against… Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/952a792b-88a8-51af-9b0b-ae314a0d5d39 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_952a792b-88a8-51af-9b0b-ae314a0d5d39.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Kerry Stovall was ready to trade his whistle for a rocking chair. After thirty years on the sidelines and a five-year stint steering the district’s athletic department, the man who brought Christian County its only boys’ basketball state title was… Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:15:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0454d7ba-ceb8-501f-9a21-8aab24e7b8dd https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_0454d7ba-ceb8-501f-9a21-8aab24e7b8dd.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The ink on the paper Thursday was just the final step of a journey that started in a driveway more than a decade ago. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7cc807fc-3453-59d8-a270-31f1ae90ab02 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_7cc807fc-3453-59d8-a270-31f1ae90ab02.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The long road to consolidation hit another major milestone Wednesday morning as Christian County High School Executive Principal Ken Carver officially introduced the faces who will lead four winter sports programs into a new era. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ad78a93b-bfc3-5187-bbd6-500709363188 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_ad78a93b-bfc3-5187-bbd6-500709363188.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The long standing rivalry between the city’s two public high schools moved one step closer to its conclusion Tuesday as Christian County hosted Hopkinsville for the first of their final regular season meetings. On a biting afternoon at the Lady… Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/89065af6-6825-5c10-a7ae-11d05f708e1d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_89065af6-6825-5c10-a7ae-11d05f708e1d.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Mark Pope is all about the numbers, among the strongest proponents in using analytics to help steer the program. So, let's look at the statistics when considering Kentucky's NCAA Tournament opener against Santa Clara on Friday afternoon. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/8a074a49-2249-5ed2-98a9-bfd0258eef3d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/article_8a074a49-2249-5ed2-98a9-bfd0258eef3d.html By Darrell Bird The Cats' Pause There is a rhythm to the spring sports season that usually involves weeks of planning and rigid calendars. But on Tuesday afternoon at Ruff Park, the Hopkinsville Tigers learned that sometimes the game finds you before you are even looking… Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f4c26219-0ef2-5815-a3cf-2b8f9d069e4d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_f4c26219-0ef2-5815-a3cf-2b8f9d069e4d.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter County's dugout got a major boost of momentum this week as three veteran Colonels officially punched their tickets to the next level. In a ceremony that felt like a reward for years of dirt and sweat under head coach Cole… Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:40:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ebcc8729-64cf-55c0-94d8-fda8c503dd73 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_ebcc8729-64cf-55c0-94d8-fda8c503dd73.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The Hoptown and Christian County track and field teams made a significant splash on Saturday, competing against a massive 20-team field at the 2026 Henderson County Classic Track Championships. Both programs flexed their depth across sprint and distance events, with… Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/457383fe-9502-5bfb-b385-e84bb93bf5ce https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_457383fe-9502-5bfb-b385-e84bb93bf5ce.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The Fort Campbell High School archery team spent Friday on the state’s biggest stage, testing their aim against thousands of competitors at the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) State Tournament. In a weekend defined by steady nerves, the… Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0348122e-e8ca-5082-9f57-1da35e78d49d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_0348122e-e8ca-5082-9f57-1da35e78d49d.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The University Heights Academy track and field teams opened the outdoor season with several standout performances Saturday at the Caldwell County First Flight Invitational. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d4d7c332-48f5-5828-89d2-3d8ec3fd478d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_d4d7c332-48f5-5828-89d2-3d8ec3fd478d.html James DeRogatis The Messenger In the summer of 1979, Mike Wright was 22 years old and working the 6:30 a.m. shift at a Cadiz grocery store when a fancy car pulled up. Out walked Clem Haskins, the Western Kentucky University legend and NBA star,… Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/43ddd691-f918-5794-8672-55146f250f8c https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_43ddd691-f918-5794-8672-55146f250f8c.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Roundup Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ac25b502-adae-5574-bf96-2c7866c41f2f https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_ac25b502-adae-5574-bf96-2c7866c41f2f.html Hopkinsville and Christian County braved a crowded field of 20 programs Saturday at the Henderson County Classic, turning in a series of dominant performances that shook up the leaderboards. The Lady Tigers clawed their way to a fifth-place team finish,… Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c6857b7b-b55f-5cfb-b9e4-73312c3cd26e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_c6857b7b-b55f-5cfb-b9e4-73312c3cd26e.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter One of the most prolific scorers to ever wear the Christian County pinstripes is officially headed to the next level. Anaysia Bagwell announced her commitment to Berea College via her Instagram account on Wednesday, sealing a legacy that ranks among… Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/52b63994-fda2-5d12-9fc6-1ecbd343f903 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_52b63994-fda2-5d12-9fc6-1ecbd343f903.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter When the lights at Colonel Field flicker on for the 2026 baseball season, head coach Cole Isom isn't just looking at a dugout—he's looking at a group of veterans determined to finish what they started. This spring marks the final… Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3d46c6c4-4297-537e-bfef-6b46aa0bfa3e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_3d46c6c4-4297-537e-bfef-6b46aa0bfa3e.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Fort Campbell’s tennis program is off to a good start this season, with both the boys' and girls' squads aiming to make an impact in the region. Head coach Dennis Henderson is optimistic about the depth and talent on both… Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/b9e8b917-aedc-5fe7-aa81-e4b46eeb6524 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_b9e8b917-aedc-5fe7-aa81-e4b46eeb6524.html James DeRogatis The Messenger Cadence Gibson stayed hot at the plate Tuesday, racking up three hits in five trips to lead University Heights Academy to a 12-4 scrimmage win over Trigg County. Playing on the road in Cadiz, Gibson set the tone for the… Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d5f310e9-d43c-5144-ba83-68282c9e4af6 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_d5f310e9-d43c-5144-ba83-68282c9e4af6.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c9f54410-76ff-56ed-8c81-a38da3ee420d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_c9f54410-76ff-56ed-8c81-a38da3ee420d.html Prep Roundup Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/1be1d1d4-5e0f-5228-89ca-ba15994938f1 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_1be1d1d4-5e0f-5228-89ca-ba15994938f1.html While the team trophies are still being handed out at Madisonville-North Hopkins, the individual accolades for the season are officially in the books. Three local standouts were named to the 2026 Boys’ All-2nd Region Team during the tournament semifinals Monday… Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/44cdb788-f8fc-5d82-aee4-0e9e89b9084c https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_44cdb788-f8fc-5d82-aee4-0e9e89b9084c.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The landscape of spring sports in Hopkinsville is looking a lot different this year. With the massive consolidation of Hoptown and Christian County high schools looming this fall, several local programs are facing a "now or never" moment and for… Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/85ee08c7-2d72-5dfe-815d-beeed421253e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_85ee08c7-2d72-5dfe-815d-beeed421253e.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The final chapter of Hopkinsville High School basketball didn't get the fairy-tale ending the Tigers were dreaming of. In a high-stakes 2nd Region semifinal Monday night, the four-time defending champion Lyon County Lyons proved to be too much, ending Hoptown’s… Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/9cb6a8b6-3b26-50a1-b87a-ea34afb4cb8c https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_9cb6a8b6-3b26-50a1-b87a-ea34afb4cb8c.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Before we officially close the book on the individual histories of Hopkinsville and Christian County girls' basketball, two local stars received a well-deserved final nod from the region’s coaches. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:15:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/96015298-6330-5746-87e0-788a89da8d7a https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_96015298-6330-5746-87e0-788a89da8d7a.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Hopkinsville Tigers track and field team made quite the statement Thursday at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center, battling against a massive field of 41 schools in the KHSAA Class 2A State Indoor Championships. Behind a historic individual performance… Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/dae2a8cd-a5f1-5cbe-a85c-614ec61905bf https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_dae2a8cd-a5f1-5cbe-a85c-614ec61905bf.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/b822dd48-b59e-5167-a7c6-423289f01cb3 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_b822dd48-b59e-5167-a7c6-423289f01cb3.html The path to a regional title just got a lot steeper for the Hopkinsville Tigers, but that is exactly how they want it. After taking care of business in the opening round against Madisonville-North Hopkins, Hoptown is now set for… Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d3a11d29-4274-5e84-abdd-5c5e6081c050 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_d3a11d29-4274-5e84-abdd-5c5e6081c050.html By Torrence Bates Kentucky New Era Sports Reporter Hoptown made its intentions clear from the opening jump ball Thursday night, using a barrage of three-pointers and a suffocating full-court press to dismantle Madisonville-North Hopkins 70-50 in the opening round of the 2nd Region Tournament. The Tigers, currently riding… Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:15:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0917e9c1-c2ff-5acc-8d45-18d3fda58edc https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_0917e9c1-c2ff-5acc-8d45-18d3fda58edc.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Nearly a decade after its last regional tournament victory, Caldwell County is back in the win column — and back in the semifinals. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/8b25461e-9035-5631-8050-89c465979894 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_8b25461e-9035-5631-8050-89c465979894.html By Jimmy DeRogatis For the New Era For the third straight year, the postseason path for Hopkinsville ran directly into a storm they couldn't quite weather. In what served as the final game in the history of the Lady Tiger basketball program, Hopkins County Central took control… Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/8d6fdc1e-06a7-5f7d-aff9-a1a050904584 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_8d6fdc1e-06a7-5f7d-aff9-a1a050904584.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Writer MaKenna Hendricks secured her place in the Trigg County High School record books recently, becoming the first female wrestler in school history to win a state championship. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c5c3cae3-af63-50ac-bd27-bf6cb367f771 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_c5c3cae3-af63-50ac-bd27-bf6cb367f771.html By Torrence Bates Sports Reporter The Blazers and Lady Blazers combined for multiple top-10 finishes and a new school record in a strong showing against the state’s best. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3e308808-e9a6-5cc6-8308-cb227cf65b2b https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_3e308808-e9a6-5cc6-8308-cb227cf65b2b.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d72e6151-b94e-5b61-bdfe-fb2760c7a9a2 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_d72e6151-b94e-5b61-bdfe-fb2760c7a9a2.html On Tuesday, the Christian County Tigers football team announced the hiring of former Trigg County head coach Chris Ezell as a varsity assistant coach. The move comes just after Ezell officially stepped down from his position in Cadiz, where he… Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4ca4abbd-e756-548d-b97e-73ba57c76dce https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_4ca4abbd-e756-548d-b97e-73ba57c76dce.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The final chapter of Christian County Colonels basketball came to a close Wednesday night at Madisonville-North Hopkins, as the Colonels fell to Henderson County 52-39 in the opening round of the 2nd Region Tournament. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/425af114-d2ff-593e-bb81-454d16b2724f https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_425af114-d2ff-593e-bb81-454d16b2724f.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter MaKenna Hendricks secured her place in the Trigg County High School record books Saturday, becoming the first female wrestler in school history to win a state championship. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f587da99-10b9-5776-b6d9-4b3bd71d71ed https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_f587da99-10b9-5776-b6d9-4b3bd71d71ed.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter After the last ever matchup between County and Hoptown at Tiger Gym, the postseason honors have officially been handed out. The 2026 Boys’ All-District 8 Basketball Team was announced Friday night. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:30:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/e58cd376-ee76-5993-ac29-16e974571b54 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_e58cd376-ee76-5993-ac29-16e974571b54.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The brackets are set for the 2026 Region 2 basketball tournaments following Saturday morning’s draw. Local teams Christian County and Hopkinsville find themselves with difficult paths as they look to extend their final seasons before the upcoming school consolidation. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:15:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/07262191-d9e8-5f6a-b761-28854f0f2628 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_07262191-d9e8-5f6a-b761-28854f0f2628.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Fresh off capturing their second straight District 8 title with a 70-26 win over Hopkinsville, the Lady Colonels aren't spending much time looking in the rearview mirror. While the championship win was a big moment, marking the final girls' game… Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c4917cb0-c333-54b8-99af-b06edcc1ba71 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_c4917cb0-c333-54b8-99af-b06edcc1ba71.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/9df36bb1-b220-54c7-80e5-654ffd6e2929 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_9df36bb1-b220-54c7-80e5-654ffd6e2929.html The final chapter of a long-standing rivalry inside Tiger Gym ended the way Hopkinsville wanted it to. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:30:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f81fd28f-dab7-5915-8b03-dc37742cac17 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_f81fd28f-dab7-5915-8b03-dc37742cac17.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Following the final girls District 8 championship at Tiger Gym, The 2026 All-District 8 girls team was announced. The selection honors the top performers from the district tournament, with Christian County, Hopkinsville, and Fort Campbell all well-represented on the postseason… Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/9474bac9-492a-5224-b9bc-1807fec83138 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_9474bac9-492a-5224-b9bc-1807fec83138.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The Lady Colonels made sure the final chapter of their storied rivalry with Hopkinsville ended on their terms Thursday night. In the last girls' game ever to be played at Tiger Gym before the merger, the Lady Colonels dominated from… Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2ea393a2-0d44-57e6-9b72-746f549913dd https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/article_2ea393a2-0d44-57e6-9b72-746f549913dd.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The end of an era arrives tonight at Tiger Gym as Christian County and Hopkinsville meet to decide the Girls' District 8 Tournament championship. With both programs set to merge into the new Christian County High School next fall, this… Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:30:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/cb1479f8-26ab-59bf-bb28-faf50d710b18 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_cb1479f8-26ab-59bf-bb28-faf50d710b18.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The Hopkinsville Tigers ensured that the historic Tiger Gym will host one final championship game after securing a dominant 86–44 victory over Fort Campbell Tuesday night in the 8th District semifinals. The win not only keeps the Tigers' postseason alive… Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0ec958de-9cb6-5c00-b856-d0f605ef657d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_0ec958de-9cb6-5c00-b856-d0f605ef657d.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Prep Roundup Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/94c7db09-cec3-5564-a89b-a7a0b9625ff1 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_94c7db09-cec3-5564-a89b-a7a0b9625ff1.html The record books at Fort Campbell were rewritten Tuesday night at Tiger Gym, as senior standout Tyreek Anthony officially ascended to the top of the program's scoring hierarchy. Despite a difficult 86–44 loss to Hopkinsville in the 8th District semifinals,… Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/daf9263f-2b0c-5f77-9d12-ea90216d1b9f https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_daf9263f-2b0c-5f77-9d12-ea90216d1b9f.html By Torrence Bates Kentucky New Era Sports Reporter The Colonels secured their place in the 8th District championship game Tuesday night, overcoming a slow start to defeat UHA 75–48 at Tiger Gym. The victory sets up a Friday night finale against Hopkinsville and brings a close to the… Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/32851070-3513-5924-b947-555b3dc8f054 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_32851070-3513-5924-b947-555b3dc8f054.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Trigg County saw their 2025-26 campaign come to a close Tuesday night at Crittenden County. A cold shooting performance from the perimeter proved costly as the Wildcats fell 67–49 to Livingston Central in the 5th District semifinals. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/544d8284-916b-5294-9128-20902e75af4e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/cadiz_record/sports/article_544d8284-916b-5294-9128-20902e75af4e.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The Hopkinsville Tigers officially closed the door on the Fort Campbell season Tuesday night, cruising to an 86–44 victory in the 8th District semifinals at Tiger Gym. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:30:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/8ec0f3c9-6adb-568f-9203-c1887a1b94da https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_8ec0f3c9-6adb-568f-9203-c1887a1b94da.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Christian County wrestling proved its depth and durability this weekend at the KHSAA Region 1 championships. Led by a heavyweight runner-up finish from Treshawn Crenshaw and three third-place podium finishes, the Colonels locked in a strong contingent for next week's… Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/dcece610-b8b7-563d-8b07-ccd05e5a128e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_dcece610-b8b7-563d-8b07-ccd05e5a128e.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Boys Basketball Schedule Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/656992be-564e-5aea-a1a5-70c6b3b59948 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_656992be-564e-5aea-a1a5-70c6b3b59948.html The Lady Tigers punched their ticket to the 8th District championship game Monday night, overcoming a slow start to defeat Fort Campbell 74–43 at Tiger Gym. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 22:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/84ef5577-ee8e-56d6-8693-9ace09fb3500 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_84ef5577-ee8e-56d6-8693-9ace09fb3500.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Boys Basketball Schedule Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/533702f1-8865-5095-8e43-90a57043f8b9 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_533702f1-8865-5095-8e43-90a57043f8b9.html There’s no better way to close out a regular season than with a buzzer-beater. On Thursday night, the Christian County Lady Colonels did exactly that, escaping with a 53-50 win over Logan County after Aaliyah Bell drained a triple as… Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2e05d1a0-16d1-507a-8746-3d61d265b3ac https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_2e05d1a0-16d1-507a-8746-3d61d265b3ac.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter For three weeks, the Christian County Colonels were the hottest team in the region. That momentum ran into a buzzsaw named Davis Switzer on Thursday night. The Logan County junior poured in 33 points to lead the Cougars to a… Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/1b772e2f-8cf9-5117-ab8f-61a65b631056 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_1b772e2f-8cf9-5117-ab8f-61a65b631056.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Building a new high school is a massive undertaking, but as the local athletic department continues to fill out its coaching roster, the message is clear: it’s the people, not the bricks and mortar, that will define the future of… Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:15:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/e359df0e-e2d3-59b2-a62a-c440ff61cd4c https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_e359df0e-e2d3-59b2-a62a-c440ff61cd4c.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter The Christian County wrestling team is heading to Lexington this week to represent the red, white, and blue one last time. Following a third-place team finish at the Region 1 Tournament, the Colonels have qualified six wrestlers for the KHSAA… Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:30:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f12a1429-fe1d-575f-b6b9-81eaba70204b https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_f12a1429-fe1d-575f-b6b9-81eaba70204b.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter Timing is everything in high school basketball, and right now, the momentum in the Christian County gym is undeniable. As the District 8 Tournament brackets were finalized yesterday, both the Colonels and Lady Colonels look like teams that have spent… Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/5553af15-3d6f-5150-a6c5-c7246a11bf29 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/sports/local/article_5553af15-3d6f-5150-a6c5-c7246a11bf29.html By Torrence Bates New Era Sports Reporter