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RISON IN THE FALL 5K OVERALL - The top three overall finishers in the Rison in the Fall 5K were (left to right) first place, Chandler Freyer (24:23); second place, Samantha Graham (24:32); and third place Julia Meyer, (25:58).

RISON IN THE FALL 5K OVERALL - The top three overall finishers in the Rison in the Fall 5K were (left to right) first place, Chandler Freyer (24:23); second place, Samantha Graham (24:32); and third place Julia Meyer, (25:58).

Rison in the Fall 5K

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
TWO-WAY CONTRIBUTOR - Rison senior offensive/defensive lineman Trevion Johnson (tackler on top) brings down Harmony Grove quarterback Caleb Johnson with an assist from the Wildcats’ sophomore lineman Thomas Wilson. Rison Coach Clay Totty said Johnson played his best game of the season, grading out highest among the offensive linemen who all graded out at championship level. (Photo by Chris Phillips)

TWO-WAY CONTRIBUTOR - Rison senior offensive/defensive lineman Trevion Johnson (tackler on top) brings down Harmony Grove quarterback Caleb Johnson with an assist from the Wildcats’ sophomore lineman Thomas Wilson. Rison Coach Clay Totty said Johnson played his best game of the season, grading out highest among the offensive linemen who all graded out at championship level. (Photo by Chris Phillips)

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Second Half Rally Sends ‘Cats Past Hornets, 36-15

Stan Sadler
Thursday, October 13, 2022
RISON - Five times Damariyon Billingly fielded a kick by Rison last Friday night at George Walker Field of Champions.

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Another 6-3A Showdown Awaits As ‘Cats Battle Fordyce Friday

Stan Sadler
Thursday, October 13, 2022
RISON - It will be right back into the fire for the Rison Wildcats this Friday night, when they travel to Fordyce for their second straight crucial 6-3A Conference battle, this time with the rival Redbugs. Kickoff time for the 71st consecutive game in the rivalry is scheduled for 7 o'clock.

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Jr. Wildcats Fall To Harmony Grove

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
HARMONY GROVE - The Harmony Grove Junior Hornets built a commanding halftime lead to defeat the Rison Junior Wildcats, 32-6, in a 6-3A Conference game Thursday night of last week. The loss dropped Rison to 2-1 in the conference and 2-3 overall.
BRINGING HEAT TO THE HERMITS - Woodlawn sophomore Ethan Oliver (left) and senior Jais King (right) bring pressure to Hermitage quarterback J.T. Best (center, no. 8) during the Bears’ 57-0 shutout of the Hermits last Friday night. While Oliver has been a regular contributor on defense, Woodlawn Coach Zach Meyer pointed out that Oliver also earned his first start at offensive guard after a good week of practice.

BRINGING HEAT TO THE HERMITS - Woodlawn sophomore Ethan Oliver (left) and senior Jais King (right) bring pressure to Hermitage quarterback J.T. Best (center, no. 8) during the Bears’ 57-0 shutout of the Hermits last Friday night. While Oliver has been a regular contributor on defense, Woodlawn Coach Zach Meyer pointed out that Oliver also earned his first start at offensive guard after a good week of practice.

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Caleb Martin Powers Woodlawn Past Hermitage, 57-0

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
WOODLAWN - Caleb Martin rushed for 219 yards and scored three touchdowns as the Woodlawn Bears overpowered the undermanned Hermitage Hermits, 57-0, during Homecoming last Friday night at the Carl Jones Sports Complex.

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Junior Bears Win Wild One, 48-40

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
WOODLAWN - Woodlawn used a 75-yard kickoff return from Matthew Green and then recovered two onside kicks in the fourth quarter as the Junior Bears rallied from a two-score deficit to edge the Hermitage Junior Hermits, 48-40, in a wild South Conference shootout Friday evening at the Carl Jones...

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Dermott Forfeits Friday’s Varsity, Junior High Games

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
WOODLAWN - Woodlawn Coach Zach Meyer annonced Tuesday that the Dermott Rams have forfeited both their varsity and junior high games that were scheduled for this Friday, Oct. 14, at the Carl Jones Sports Complex. Both matchups were South Conference games.

CCSD Beefing Up Security For Junior High Game

News Staff
Thursday, October 13, 2022
RISON - While there are no threats of violence that the district is aware of for Thursday night’s junior game between Rison and Fordyce, Cleveland County School District Superintendent Craig Dupuy announced Tuesday that there will be heightened security at George Walker Field of Champions in Rison...
JOHNSON EMERGING AS TARGET - Woodlawn junior tight end Aiden Johnson prepares to pull in a 24-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Jaxson Martin late in the second quarter to extend the Bears’ lead to 36-14. Johnson is beginning to establish himself as a dependable target in the passing game after hauling in two passes for 50 yards against Strong as well as catching a two-point conversion.

JOHNSON EMERGING AS TARGET - Woodlawn junior tight end Aiden Johnson prepares to pull in a 24-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Jaxson Martin late in the second quarter to extend the Bears’ lead to 36-14. Johnson is beginning to establish himself as a dependable target in the passing game after hauling in two passes for 50 yards against Strong as well as catching a two-point conversion.

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Bears Overcome Early Deficit; Rush Past Strong, 50-20

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
WOODLAWN - Strong used its speed and athleticism to jump out to an early lead but the more seasoned Woodlawn Bears quickly regained control to pull away for a 50-20 win over the young but talented Bulldogs.