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Long TD Pass Propels Jr. ‘Bugs Past Jr. ‘Cats

RISON - A 67-yard touchdown pass by Fordyce with 9 seconds left in the first half broke open a close game, and the Junior Redbugs used their superior athleticism and big plays to turn back the Rison Junior High Wildcats, 42-12, in a 6-3A Conference game at George Walker Field of Champions last...

Surprising Beavers Visit Rison Friday

RISON - “I know we would like to take a deep breath and relax, but we can't because we still have a lot of work to do,” was a point of emphasis made by Rison head coach Clay Totty this week, as the Wildcats prepare to take on the dangerous Lake Village Beavers this Friday night at George Walker...
WAINWRIGHT PUTS RISON BACK ON TOP - With his teammates already celebrating in the background, Rison’s Treyvion Wainwright (foreground) lunges across the goal line to put the Wildcats back on top, 24-16, with 4:41 left in game. Wainwright had an outstanding game overall, recording six tackles and five pass break-ups on defense and then intercepting and returning a lateral on Fordyce’s last-ditch kickoff return for a touchdown. (Photo by Chris Phillips)

WAINWRIGHT PUTS RISON BACK ON TOP - With his teammates already celebrating in the background, Rison’s Treyvion Wainwright (foreground) lunges across the goal line to put the Wildcats back on top, 24-16, with 4:41 left in game. Wainwright had an outstanding game overall, recording six tackles and five pass break-ups on defense and then intercepting and returning a lateral on Fordyce’s last-ditch kickoff return for a touchdown. (Photo by Chris Phillips)

‘Cats Stun Redbugs in Last Second for 37-24 Victory

FORDYCE - The 71st consecutive meeting in the storied Ri‐son Fordyce rivalry was headed straight for its very first overtime game last Friday night at Paul “Bear” Bryant Stadium. All of a sudden, though, lightning struck in epic and dramatic fashion.

Unbeaten Woodlawn, Mountain Pine Square Off in South Clash Friday

WOODLAWN - The South Conference championship and playoff positioning will be on the line this Friday night when the Woodlawn Bears square off against the Mountain Pine Red Devils in a battle of unbeaten teams at the Carl Jones Sports Complex. The junior high teams will kick off at 5 p.m.
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

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)

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

RISON - Five times Damariyon Billingly fielded a kick by Rison last Friday night at George Walker Field of Champions.

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

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.

Jr. Wildcats Fall To Harmony Grove

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.

Caleb Martin Powers Woodlawn Past Hermitage, 57-0

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.

Junior Bears Win Wild One, 48-40

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...