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Clarendon Hall's Maggie Harrington celebrates against Lee Academy.

Wilson Hall, Laurence Manning, Clarendon Hall and Lee Academy advance to Day 2 of SCISA softball state playoffs

Friday was the start of a busy weekend for SCISA softball teams. Wilson Hall, Laurence Manning, Clarendon Hall and Lee Academy opened play in the SCISA state tournament Friday and all four advanced …

Laurence Manning's Jackson Brown was tasked with leading the Swampcats on another playoff run this season, but his biggest challenge may have been playing with a torn labrum in his throwing shoulder.

The Grind, presented by Bank of Clarendon: Laurence Manning's Brown toughs it out for last season at LMA

You couldn't look at the middle of the LMA infield during the past few years without seeing Jackson Brown. You would also find Jackson on the gridiron, but the diamond is where he's been the most impactful, playing shortstop and second base for …

Wilson Hall's Connor Smith, right, leads the pack at the SCISA state track meet on Saturday.

Wilson Hall boys finish second at state track meet, girls fourth

The Wilson Hall track and Laurence Manning track teams made the trip to Charleston to take part in the SCISA Division I state championships on Saturday.The Barons thrived as a team, finishing second …

Laurence Manning's Drew Ferriell delivers against Porter-Gaud in the first round of the SCISA 4A playoffs on Monday.

Swampcat bats fall silent as Laurence Manning baseball drops playoff opener

Monday wasn’t the way the defending SCISA 3A state champs wanted to start the postseason. Laurence Manning couldn’t muster enough offense to pull out a win, falling to Porter-Gaud 3-1. …

Hines Furniture Athlete of the Year begins

After another year of excellent performances that earned recognition in the Hines Furniture Athlete of the Week, it’s time for the end-of-year contest to begin! Voting opens on Tuesday for the …

Laurence Manning's Ariana Somcheen, center, is joined by her parents, as well as former LMA and current USC Sumter coach Heath Griffin, back left, and Laurence Manning head coach Amy Marshall as she signs with the Fire Ants on Wednesday.

Laurence Manning's Somcheen signs with USC Sumter volleyball

Laurence Manning's Ariana Somcheen thought her volleyball career was over. She had already started the process of enrolling at the University of South Carolina and looking for housing when she got a call from a familiar face, Heath …

The Laurence Manning softball team gathers for a photo before their win over Trinity Collegiate on Monday.

AREA ROUNDUP: Laurence Manning softball snaps losing streak with 2 wins

The Laurence Manning softball team snapped a two-game losing streak with a pair of wins. The Lady Swampcats started with a 12-2 romp of Orangeburg Prep on Friday before a 6-2 region win over Trinity …

Wilson Hall's Sullivan Jarecki celebrates against Laurence Manning on Tuesday.

Wilson Hall strikes fast in 14-3 rout of Laurence Manning

A major rivalry and a rematch of last year’s SCISA 3A state championship? What a perfect way to return from spring break. Laurence Manning hosted rival Wilson Hall on Tuesday as region play …

BASEBALL ROUNDUP: Laurence Manning baseball earns region win over Camden Military

The Laurence Manning baseball team came back from spring break with a 14-3 thrashing of Camden Military on Monday. The Swampcats got out to a sluggish start, scoring once in the first and once in the …

Wilson Hall hosts track meet featuring Laurence Manning, Lee Academy, Ragin Prep

The Wilson Hall track team hosted its fifth track meet of the season on Wednesday, welcoming Laurence Manning, Lee Academy and Ragin Prep for a busy night on the track. WILSON HALL Wilson Hall won …

AREA ROUNDUP: East Clarendon thumps West Seneca in Mingo Bay Classic

The East Clarendon bats came to life against West Seneca on Wednesday.The Wolverines took it to the squad from New York, cruising to a 13-2 win to stay undefeated in tournament play.The scoring …

Laurence Manning's Lyza Prickelmyer throws in a ball from the outfield against Hammond. The freshman had a big week with five hits and five runs scored, earning Hines Furniture Athlete of the Week honors.

HINES FURNITURE ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Laurence Manning's Prickelmyer sets the table for red-hot Lady 'Cats

The Laurence Manning softball team is on fire, winning their last nine games heading into Wednesday's contest with Lee Academy. At the top of the lineup of their high-powered offense is Lyza Prickelmyer. The freshman continued a great start to …