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Lady Panthers primed for state tournament

By Gene Stanley/Sports Correspondent

Making the Elite Eight means two things – the eight softball teams that have fought their way through a couple of playoff rounds are truly elite, and any of the eight has a good chance to win a state championship.

Making it this far is tough enough that the last time Southside High made it,

Sardis back in Montgomery for second time in three years

By Gene Stanley/Sports Correspondent

Two years ago, Sardis High went to the state softball tournament for the first time in school history. 

Now, the Lions back in Montgomery.

“Everyone is very excited,” coach Mary Beth Gilliland said. “Especially the seniors, who know this is their last chance to play together and last chance to do something big for the

Warriors set to take on G.W. Long in 2A championship series

Class 2A championship series

No. 4 G.W. Long (30-8) vs. No. 6 Westbrook Christian (25-13)

Thursday 4 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.; 1 p.m., if necessary

By Gene Stanley/Correspondent

Knock, knock, knocking on Heaven’s door.

How many times must a team knock before opening the proverbial door? For Westbrook Christian’s baseball team, the brass ring is finally in sight.

After