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Warriors move to 2-0 with shootout win over Tupelo Christian

By By Austin Bishop Winston County Journal , READ MORE > 1,326 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:24 AM

James Courtney has been around long enough to recognize a good football team when he sees one. The Nanih Waiya head coach says Tupelo Christian Prep is just that. “They are good,” he said following his team’s hard fought 41-33 win on over TCP Friday night. “They are real good. Their quarterback (Khi Holiday is tough to stop.

Patriots victorious in Homecoming Game 32-8

By By Wendell Womack , READ MORE > 1,009 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:23 AM

A few sprinkles of rain did not prevent Winston Homecoming Queen Brayleigh Gregory and her court from bringing glamour and beauty to Patriot Field last Friday night as her Patriots rolled over the Sylva Bay Saints 32-8. Winston, coming off a big win last week against East Rankin, evened up their season record at 2-2 with the victory.

ECCC Warriors open unprecedented 2020 Football Season Oct. 1

By From Press Reports , READ MORE > 190 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:21 AM

The long and unprecedented road to the start of the 2020 football season for the East Central Community College Warriors will finally end Thursday, Oct. 1, when they hit the gridiron against the Jones College Bobcats. Kickoff from Bobcat Stadium at Sim Cooley Field in Ellisville is 7 p.m.

Lady Pats set to visit Grace Christian Thursday

By By Robbie Faulk Winston County Journal , READ MORE > 252 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:21 AM

Winston Academy had just one volleyball matchup this week and it was a Lady Patriot showdown against Heritage Academy at home. The longtime volleyball standouts at Heritage took home a 3-1 win over WA but not without a battle from the home team. Winston won the opening set 25-23 before taking back-to-back tough defeats at 25-22 each.

Lady Eagles continue to improve against top-flight competition

By By Austin Bishop Winston County Journal , READ MORE > 212 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:17 AM

Veteran Grace Christian School volleyball coach Jamie Willers was beyond pleased with the way her Lady Eagles responded to high-level competition in the Hartfield Academy Hawks Invitational on Saturday.

GCS runners take fifth at FCA Invitational

By By Laurence Hilliard Winston County Journal , READ MORE > 214 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:15 AM

The Grace Christian boys cross country team finished fifth in a meet at French Camp with a team score of 102. St. Aloysius won with 67. Bonner Brownlee was Grace Christian's top runner, finishing in 10th place with a time of 22:07.9 for 5,000 meters.

Noxapater ready to face district foe Okolona on the road

By By Austin Bishop Winston County Journal , READ MORE > 361 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:14 AM

Last week was an odd one for the Noxapater football team. Early in the week the Tigers picked up their first win of the season when scheduled district opponent Smithville had to forfeit due to COVID-19 quarantine restrictions. Then, the Tigers added a game by picking up a road trip to Sebastopol.

Lady Patriots honor former softball assistant coach Don Smith

By By Robbie Faulk Winston County Journal , READ MORE > 209 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:12 AM

It’s the final countdown for the Winston Academy Lady Patriots as the regular season comes to a close and they’re looking to finish on a strong note. Last week they moved closer to getting themselves in solid position in the postseason when they took home a district win and they won two out of three games.

Louisville hangs tough with top-ranked team in state

By By Robbie Faulk Winston County Journal , READ MORE > 775 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:11 AM

Not many people were giving the Louisville Wildcats a chance on Friday night when they hosted the state’s top team in Starkville High School. Head coach Tyrone Shorter called it a David vs.

Lady Warriors set to host Winston County Tournament

By By Austin Bishop Winston County Journal , READ MORE > 411 Reads
On Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:10 AM

Nanih Waiya High School will be playing host to the Winston County Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, with NW, Noxapater, Louisville, Winston Academy and Grace Christian School all scheduled to attend. The first match is set for 2 p.m. between Nanih Waiya and Louisville, with Grace Christian and the Lady Wildcats squaring off at 3 p.m.

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