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Former Lakewood and South Carolina standout Tyreek Johnson signed a free agent team with the New York Jets this weekend.

2 Sumter County stars sign with New York Jets

Two more Sumter County standouts are making the jump to the NFL, and they'll do so together. Former Sumter High School star Eric Watts and Tyreek Johnson, who made a name for himself at both Lakewood and South Carolina, signed free agent deals …

Former Lakewood and South Carolina standout Tyreek Johnson signed a free agent team with the New York Jets this weekend.

Former Lakewood standout Johnson signs with Jets

Former Lakewood and South Carolina defensive lineman Tyreek Johnson found his next football home. The 6’4” 283-pound edge rusher is headed to the New York Jets after signing as an …

The Sumter High track team hosted its final home meet of the season at Memorial Stadium on Wednesday, April 24. They were joined locally by Crestwood and Lakewood.

Sumter High track hosts final home meet; Lakewood, Crestwood join

The Sumter High track team celebrated its seniors with its final home meet of the season on Wednesday. The Gamecocks were joined locally by Lakewood and Crestwood. TRACK Lakewood's Deangelo Mack won the boys 100m dash with a time of 11.30, …

Lakewood's Quinton Dais won the Hines Furniture Athlete of the Week after claiming Sumter County titles in the 400m hurdles and the triple jump, while placing second in the 110m hurdles.

Lakewood's Dais clears hurdles on way to Hines Furniture Athlete of the Week

When Lakewood's Quinton Dais lined up for the 110m and 400m hurdles at the Sumter County Championships last week, he wasn't sure what to expect. The Gator senior had never competed in either event before. In fact, he hadn't properly trained on …

Crestwood's James Dantzler (5) weaves through Lakewood defenders on Friday.

Rivalry night at Lakewood: Crestwood sweeps on the pitch, Gators dominate diamond

The Sumter County region rivalry between Lakewood and Crestwood hit both the pitch and the diamond on Friday. Each school had its share of success on a busy night at The Swamp. Crestwood won both soccer games comfortably, while Lakewood earned a …

Sprinters take off during the Sumter County Championship on Thursday at Wilson Hall. The event features Sumter High, Lakewood, Crestwood, Wilson Hall and Scott's Branch.

Gators edge Gamecocks for Sumter County Championship; Lady Barons cruise to girls title

Wilson Hall hosted the Sumter County Track and Field Championship on Thursday. Everyone in the county had a chance to shine as the top talent all came together for a busy night on the track. The boys side came down to the wire, as Lakewood just …

Crestwood's Alanna Dixon rounds third against Lakewood on Tuesday.

Crestwood softball wins shootout against Lakewood; Gators breaks away late for victory

Crestwood welcomed Lakewood for a busy night on the diamond on Tuesday. The softball game was an offensive marathon. The Lady Knights took an early lead with 11 runs in the second inning and held on …

Clarendon Hall's Colleen McIntosh delivers against Dorchester Academy on Friday.

SOFTBALL ROUNDUP: Clarendon Hall smokes Dorchester 13-2

The Clarendon Hall softball team hosted Dorchester Academy on Friday. After beating DA 14-0 earlier in the week, the Lady Saints cruised to a 13-2 victory in the rematch. Dorchester scored their only two runs in the top of the first. They were …