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Wilson Hall's Ford Wilder drives against Cardinal Newman on Saturday.

Wilson Hall cruises to 2nd round of SCISA playoffs; Laurence Manning, Lee Academy fall in openers

The SCISA boys hit the court for the first round of the state playoffs on Saturday with three local squads playing close to home in Sumter. Wilson Hall had the chance to play on their home court and …

The Thomas Sumter girls basketball team ended their season with a tough 50-46 loss to Greenwood Christian on Friday.

Wilson Hall, Laurence Manning, Thomas Sumter girls fall in opening round of SCISA playoffs

The girls basketball teams from Thomas Sumter, Wilson Hall and Laurence Manning played three consecutive games at Cardinal Newman on Friday to begin the SCISA state playoffs. Each team ended their …

From left, Thomas Sumter's Mary Grace Hilditch, Wilson Hall's Addie Geddings and Laurence Manning's Charlotte Baker and Sydnie Vohs pose with their plaques after the SCISA state bowling championships.

Wilson Hall, Laurence Manning, Thomas Sumter, Lee Academy bowlers thrive in state championships

SCISA bowlers wrapped up their season this week with the individual state tournament, with Wilson Hall, Laurence Manning, Thomas Sumter and Lee Academy all thriving. The individual success came after …

Wilson Hall's Ford Wilder and the Barons will kick off the SCISA 4A tournament against Cardinal Newman at home on Saturday at noon.

SCISA playoff brackets are set as Wilson Hall, Laurence Manning, Lee Academy, Thomas Sumter, Ragin Prep gear up for postseason

The SCISA state playoff brackets were released on Wednesday, setting up the postseason for five local programs. Two local squads will be off in the first round. In 1A, Ragin Prep will await the …

East Clarendon's Cherish Cochran scored 15 points in a win over Manning on Saturday.

AREA ROUNDUP: East Clarendon splits with Manning before tough trip to Lake City

The East Clarendon basketball teams hit the road for a pair of region games after a snowy week, heading to Manning on Saturday before a trip to Lake City on Monday. The Clarendon County rivals split …

Wilson Hall's Hugh Humphries, center, is surrounded by family and Baron head coach Rip Ripley, left, as the school celebrates the senior reaching the 1,000 point milestone on Saturday.

Wilson Hall celebrates Humphries’ 1K points amid sweep of Laurence Manning

Saturday’s showdown between Wilson Hall and Laurence Manning was weeks in the making. The matchup between SCISA rivals was originally slated for Jan. 10, but potential weather pushed things …

Laurence Manning's Scoop Dennis (3) averaged 18.5 points per game in three Swampcat victories on his way to Hines Furniture Athlete of the Week honors.

Laurence Manning's Dennis leads Swampcats to crucial region wins on way to Hines Furniture Athlete of the Week

The Laurence Manning boys basketball team entered last week looking to make a statement. The Swampcats entered the week a game below .500 on the season and had two critical region games ahead, a home date with Hilton Head Christian before a trip …

ADAM FLASH / SUMTER ITEM FILE PHOTO  Sumter High's Eli Britt scored 12 points in a win over Westwood on Monday.

AREA ROUNDUP: Gamecocks outlast Westwood for key region win

The Sumter High basketball teams shifted their schedule this week with the weather, hosting Westwood on Monday. That forced the SHS boys to drop out of the BLK Bash at Eau Claire, but they made the change more than worthwhile. The Gamecock defense …

Manning's Jeffery Ceasar, center, drives during the District 9 Officials Christmas Tournament on Thursday against Kingstree.

District 9 Officials Christmas Tournament out to strong start as Manning, Laurence Manning, Ragin Prep, Crestwood earn wins

The District 9 Officials Christmas Basketball Tournament kicked off on Thursday. A day after players were finished opening presented, they were on the court at Manning High looking for more things to …

The Lakewood wrestling team hosted East Clarendon and Camden on Tuesday.

AREA ROUNDUP: Lakewood wrestling sweeps tri with East Clarendon, Camden

The Lakewood wrestling team hosted a tri-match with East Clarendon and Camden on Tuesday, running away with a pair of victories. The Gators took down Camden 41-38 and defeated East Clarendon 46-24. Camden also defeated EC 42-36. Moses Thomsen, …

Manning's Jeffery Ceasar (2) drives against Wilson Hall during the championship of the 2023 District 9 Officials Christmas Tournament. The Monarchs will again serve as host for the tournament.

District 9 Officials Christmas Basketball tournament back next week with new twist

The tri-county's biggest holiday basketball tournament is coming back next week. The District 9 Officials Christmas Tournament will kick off a day after everyone finishes opening up presents under the tree at Manning High School and Junior High. …

Wilson Hall's Ford Wilder drives against Pinewood Prep on Friday.

Wilson Hall, Laurence Manning, Ragin Prep hit the court for Baron Classic

The Wilson Hall basketball teams hosted their annual Baron Classic on Friday and Saturday, filling the Nash Student Center for a busy weekend of hoops. Locally, Laurence Manning and Ragin Prep joined …

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