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Bulldogs Win Over Mountain Home

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Bulldogs Win Over Mountain Home

Greenwood travelled to Mountain Home and beat the Bombers 55-7

Going into the opening game of the 6A West Conference slate, the Mountain Home Bombers were 2-0 and riding a wave of excitement, then Greenwood rolled in. The Bombers last scored on the Bulldogs in 2021, and had been beat 5 consecutive times by Greenwood by a score of 211-27, Mountain Home was looking to show just how much they had improved for the 2023 season. Those hopes would be short lived.

Nearly all the drives Mountain Home had ended in either turnover on downs or a punt. The one offensive highlight for the Bombers was a Flea Flicker pass that went in for a Touchdown after Greenwood had already scored 28 points. In those 28 points Seniors Brayedan Davis and L.J. Robins would find the end zone twice, Davis with two rushing Touchdowns and Robins on two passes from Sophomore Kane Archer. The Jack Edwards snap and Bodey Steinfeldt kicks were good and the ‘Dogs were on top comfortably in the 2nd quarter.

Penalties for both teams were a big issue as Mountain Home and Greenwood passed the midway mark in the 2nd quarter. Greenwood’s Kane Archer would go out with an undisclosed injury leading the way for classmate Cooper Goodwin to take the helm of the Greenwood Machine.

Defense continued to roll last night holding the Bomber offense to 166 total yards after they had 1000 plus yards the past two games. Cash Archer would add to his sack total and Brady Mackey would get an interception.

Greenwood would finish the night with Cooper Goodwin finding L.J. Robins and Junior Isaiah Arrington for passing TD. Sophomore Wesley Raggio ran one in from 75 yards out to make it 55-7.

“Proud of our kids, they responded better, and we played football the right way. We made some mistakes in the first half and let our emotions get a hold of us. We didn’t play Bulldog Football in the 2nd quarter.” Head Coach Chris Young said the Greenwood Live Stream crew after the game.

“Cooper came in and did a great job leading our offense.” Coach Young speaking on Cooper Goodwin coming in for the injured Kane Archer. “We [have] got two good Quarterbacks back there.”

“Other than the one double move that they got us on, the trick play that was a good call by the coach we got to give him credit.” Coach said about the only touchdown allowed. “Other than that defense played good all night.”

Greenwood will be at home Friday as Siloam Springs comes to town. Kickoff at 7pm.

Paris Defeats West Fork 34-21 for Second Win of the Season

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Paris Defeats West Fork 34-21 for Second Win of the Season

PARIS- The Paris Eagles flew out of the starting blocks early on Friday night, scoring 14 points in the first quarter and 7 points in the second on their way to a 34-21 win over the Tigers at Eagles Stadium. Paris (2-1, 0-0) won their second game of the season and will now have next week off as a bye week on their schedule. West Fork (1-2, 0-0) loses their second consecutive game and will also have a bye next week.

West Fork scored in the second quarter to close the Eagles’ lead to 21-7 at the half. The Tigers would fight back in the third, scoring a touchdown late in the third but missing the extra point conversion to narrow the Paris lead to 21-13.

But Paris took control of the game in the third quarter, scoring 13 points in the quarter to extend the lead to 34-13 at the end of the third. West Fork would not give up, also scoring a touchdown late in the fourth quarter. The Tigers would add a two-point conversion, and that’s the way the game ended up with the final score of 34-21 and the Eagles winning their second non-conference game.

The Eagles will start conference play on September 22 when they travel to Malvern to play the Glen Rose Beavers. West Fork will also open conference play in their conference on the same date at Mansfield.

In other high school action from the River Valley, Ozark defeated Charleston 28-7, and the Booneville Bearcats were defeated by Camden Fairview, 30-22. Magazine got its first victory of the season, defeating Danville, 32-20. Mountainburg defeated Cedarville, 17-8, and Lavaca defeated Horatio, 38-7. Greenwood traveled to Mountain Home and defeated the Blue Bombers by the score of 55-7. Waldron lost their third game of the season at the hands of Fouk, 33-0.

RNN Sports will be in Nashville on September 15 to cover the Charleston Tigers and the Nashville Scrappers.

And as always, thanks for reading RNN Sports!

Consider Financial Gifts for Grandchildren

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Consider Financial Gifts for Grandchildren

If you have grandchildren, you probably enjoy spending time with them and watching them grow. And to help them achieve a bright future, you might like to make some financial gifts — but which ones?
You have several options. Let’s look at three of them:
• 529 plans – When you invest in a 529 education savings plan, any earnings growth is distributed federally tax free, as long as withdrawals are used for qualified education expenses. (Withdrawals used for expenses other than qualified education expenses may be subject to federal and state taxes, plus a 10% penalty.) And in-state residents who invest in their home state’s 529 plan may also receive state tax incentives. A 529 plan can be used for college, approved trade school programs, qualified student loan repayments and even some K-12 costs. And if the grandchild you’ve named as a beneficiary of a 529 plan decides to forego further education, you can generally switch beneficiaries to another immediate family member. You can contribute up to $17,000 in 2023, per grandchild, to a 529 plan without incurring gift taxes. Furthermore, as of the 2024–25 school year, grandparent-owned 529 plans won’t affect financial aid eligibility. However, tax issues for 529 plans can be complex, so consult with your tax advisor about your situation.
• Roth IRA – Any earnings growth in a Roth IRA is distributed tax free, provided the owner is at least 59½ and has had the account at least five years. If your grandchildren earn money from babysitting or a part-time job, they can open a Roth IRA with the help of a parent or other adult. You could “match” your grandchildren’s contributions, possibly on a dollar-for-dollar basis, to provide them with an incentive for saving. In fact, you could fully fund the Roth IRA, up to the annual contribution limit, which is $6,500 or the amount of your grandchild’s taxable compensation, whichever is less. (The annual limit is $7,500 for those 50 or older.) And your grandchildren can withdraw the contributions — not the earnings — at any time to pay for college or anything else.
• Custodial account – You can open a custodial account, also known as an UGMA or UTMA account, for a grandchild, and fund it with most types of investments: stocks, mutual funds, bonds and so on. For that reason, it can be a good way to teach grandchildren about the nature of investing — risks, returns and the value of holding investments for the long term. Plus, there’s an initial tax benefit to custodial accounts: The first $1,250 of your grandchild’s investment income (dividends, interest, capital gains) is tax free, and the next $1,250 is taxed at the child’s rate. Anything above that amount is taxed at the parents’ marginal tax rate. However, once your grandchildren reach the age of termination — usually 18 or 21, depending on where they live — they take control of the account and can do whatever they choose with the money. So, while a custodial account could be considered as a funding source for college, it might alternatively serve as a gift that could eventually enable your grandchild to fulfill another desire or goal — take an overseas trip, pay for a car or maybe even start on a path to entrepreneurship.
Making financial gifts to your grandchildren can be rewarding — for them and for you. So, consider the possibilities carefully and put your generosity to work.
This article is provided by Jeffrey O’Neal, Financial Advisor
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Obituary – Robert ‘Bob’ Farley Luttrell (1939-2023) 

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Obituary – Robert ‘Bob’ Farley Luttrell (1939-2023) 

Robert “Bob” Farley Luttrell, 84, of Zwolle, Louisiana passed from this life on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born August 23, 1939 to Robert “Curly” and Lella Farley (Wade) Luttrell in Haletown, Arkansas.

Bob retired from the railroad and was very proud to be a diesel mechanic for them for over 20 years. He loved being on the lake and even built a house on the lake in Lousianna and enjoyed sitting on the porch and taking in its beauty. Bob was an avid fisherman, being on the water was one of his favorite places to be. He enjoyed spending time with his family and the memories they made will forever be treasured by each of them.

Bob leaves behind to cherish his memory his children: Shelby Chambers of Waldron, Arkansas; Farley Wayne Luttrell of Pineville, Louisiana; Danelle and husband Shane Bennett of Alexandria, Louisiana; Lisa and husband Nate Blaser of Bloomville, Ohio and Natalie and husband Erick Kinee of Dallas, Texas. Pawpaw will be missed by his nine grandchildren: Dustin Luttrell, Robert Jason Juttrell, Sheina Rose Griffin, Cory Stewart, Nicki Stewart, Emma Stewart, Isabell Rachal, Kendall Rachal and Caleb Quinones as well as four great grandchildren: Ollie Luttrell, Jaxon Griffin, Cora Griffin and Ella Griffin. Bob is also survived by his three sisters: Betty Jackson of Waldron, Arkansas; Brenda and husband Jack Welch of Pineville, Louisiana and Billie Lynn of Oklahoma.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents Robert “Curly” and Lella (Wade) Luttrell, his wife Sharon “Susie” Bridges and son, Robert Stewart Hendricks.

Bob’s life celebration will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Mount Moriah Church in Walrdon, Arkansas with Butch Morgan officiating. Interment will follow at the Union Hill Cemetery. Cremation arrangements are being entrusted to the Hertiage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

You many leave words of remembrance for Bob’s family by visiting: www.heritagememorialfh.com

Unique Animals You Can Raise on Your Farm

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Unique Animals You Can Raise on Your Farm

Whether doing it professionally or as a hobby, keeping animals on your farm has many perks. You can sell surplus goods that come from them and learn about how to help them thrive.

If the traditional choices of cows, chickens, and horses don’t interest you, many other options are available. Here are a few unique animals you can raise on your farm.

Ostriches

Ostriches are unique animals that offer low maintenance and excellent profits. You can easily sell their meat, eggs, and feathers. Because there aren’t as many ostrich farms, you can receive a premium for your investment.

The biggest issue with raising ostriches is their high upfront cost. They consume a lot of feed, are difficult to transport, and are challenging to breed successfully. While it may be more difficult to get started, this only makes raising them more lucrative in the end.

Llamas

Another unique animal you may want to try your hand at farming is the llama. Llamas make good guards for your other livestock. They’re incredibly intelligent and have good auditory and visual perception. You can sell their wool, use them as pack animals, or keep them as pets.

Unfortunately, llamas can be challenging to raise due to their size. Larger llamas can weigh nearly 400 pounds, making them difficult to move and feed. They’re grazing animals, so they need lots of space. They also require adequate shelter to protect them from foul weather.

Bees

Honey bees make an excellent addition to your farm. You can sell the honey or keep it for yourself. Whether you’re harvesting extracted, chunk, or cone honey, you’ll find that there’s no shortage of uses for this product. If you’re raising bees as a hobby, you can expect to have around a dozen hives. However, professional beekeepers can have hundreds.

When setting up your bee farm, you’ll need a location with plenty of space, water, and protection from the elements. If you’re raising bees alongside pets and livestock, ensure the hives are far enough away that they don’t bother them and make them agitated.

Learn How To Care for Your Livestock Effectively

No matter what types of livestock you’re planning on investing in, you should learn a few best practices to ensure you keep them happy and healthy.

The most unique animals you can raise on your farm can sometimes be difficult to deal with. However, they can pay off in the long run.

Obituary – Matthew Brigance (2004-2023) 

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Obituary – Matthew Brigance (2004-2023) 

Matthew Lone Brigance, 18, earned his Angel’s Wings on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Matthew was born to Sandy and Mark Brigance of Fort Smith, Arkansas, on December 22, 2004. Matthew was born during a snow and ice storm; however, this could not stop his family from coming to meet the newest addition.

As Matthew grew, he became fascinated with sports. He had a ball in his hand since before he could walk, and he was a natural athlete. Matthew grew up strong and had countless athletic accomplishments. He loved football and baseball, in which he played Quarterback and Pitcher respectively. Above all, Matthew was a natural born leader and he loved his teammates.

Matthew’s athletic accomplishments are perhaps only seconded by his academic ones. Matthew was a brilliant young man and was one of the smartest people you could ever hope to meet. Matthew competed in spelling bees, geography bees, quiz bowls, and so much more. Matthew’s unmatched determination led him to become the Valedictorian of the Waldron Class of 2023.

Matthew enjoyed going to the lake with his Mom, Dad, Uncle Keith, and Aunt Bethany. He loved to play sports, learn new things, and spend time with his family and friends. Matthew loved watching sports with his dad and hanging out with his mother (even if he was giving her a hard time). Matthew loved to go to his beloved Gran and Pa’s house every Wednesday and share a home cooked meal. Matthew also had a standing lunch date with his wonderful Kaki. Matthew had an incredible bond with his brothers, who loved and still love him deeply. The Pride and Joy that Matthew brought to the people who loved him is impossible to put into words.

Matthew leaves behind to cherish his memory his parents, Mark and Sandy Brigance of the home; two brothers, Trenton Garrett, wife Paige, son Gatlin, daughters Elaina, and Alanah of Greenwood, Arkansas; and Brandon Garrett, wife Ryan, and daughter Rylee of Greenwood, Arkansas; paternal grandparents, Larry “Bear” and Maurene Brigance of Waldron, Arkansas, and maternal grandparents, Faris Barker of Fort Smith, Arkansas and Bill Barker of Boles, Arkansas; Uncle Keith, Aunt Bethany and Cousin Maebree Brigance of Waldron, Arkansas; Aunt “my grandma” Sonya Barker and Uncle “my grandpa” Joseph Holston, Abby Chambers (Bob) of Edmond, Ok, and Amy Hughes (Russell) of Greenwood, AR, Uncle Billy Barker of Boles, Arkansas, Aunt Tonya Morgan of Waldron, Arkansas, Cousins Morgan Barker and Zed Barker of Waldron, Arkansas; and Aunt Gayle Cotton of Texas.

Matthew will also remain in the hearts of his great aunts and uncles Roger and Sharon Brigance, Rick and Carla Brigance, Michael Farmer, Melissa Bingham, Dortha Scott, Maxine Hawkins, Helen Morrison, Frank McKay, and Patsy Slagle. Cousins Eric Brigance, Chris, Amy, Bradley, Trace Brotherton, Kyra Monk, Laura Spence and Nathan Bingham.

Mathew was preceded in death by his Great Grandmother GG and his cousin, Trey Barker.

Matthew’s life celebration will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 9, 2023, at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Bro. Daniel Alexander officiating. Interment will follow in the Square Rock Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas

Matthew’s pallbearers will be Trenton Garrett, Brandon Garrett, Miguel Trianna, Leo Lopez, Bryson Barker, Lidge Stinson, Peyton Lipham, Blake Owens, Steeven Figueroa, and Will Solomon.

Matthew’s visitation will be on Friday, September 8, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home.

Eagles Host West Fork in Final Non-Conference Game of Regular Season

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Eagles Host West Fork in Final Non-Conference Game of Regular Season

PARIS- The Paris Eagles return home this week to host the West Fork Tigers in the final non-conference game for both teams. Paris will be off next week (September 15) for a bye week before going on the road for their first conference game at Glen Rose. West Fork will also have a bye week next week before they begin conference play at Mansfield on September 22.

The West Fork Tigers play in the tough 3A-1 conference that includes Charleston, Booneville, Mansfield, Lavaca, Greenland, Hackett, and Cedarville. Booneville is the favorite to win the conference with Charleston, Mansfield, and Hackett looking to fight it out for seeds 2-4. West Fork will have must-win games with Greenland and Cedarville to possibly secure a five seed in the playoffs. Of course, that is all on paper as they say; you never know until the games are played. Injuries, among other things, can change everything.

The Paris Eagles, as of press time for this story, were preparing for a very tough non-conference road test at Mansfield. But as winners over Waldron on zero week, Paris, a team that won just one contest a year ago, will have a chance to win 4-5 games this season, and possibly more. To do so, the home game with West Fork is a must-win for the Eagles. And with the lopsided loss of conference opponent Centerpoint at the hands of Hackett in zero week, the Knights may be a conference opponent that the Eagles may look forward to late in the season. So, it is very possible that Eagles coach Jeff Weaver could have his team back in the state playoffs in 2023 after a one-year absence last season. Paris is a young and talented team, and another group of talented athletes are playing junior high football as freshmen and will join the team in week ten.

West Fork defeated Paris a year ago in Northwest Arkansas by the score of 13-0. It was one of the best played games of the season for Paris on the road, with the Eagles just falling short on drives that could have given them a chance to win.

The Tigers, winners of their first three games of the year in 2022, finished the regular season with a record of 5-5. They had several lopsided wins in conference play last season, including a 42-0 win over Hackett, and a 42-14 win at Cedarville. West Fork has not hosted a playoff game since 2015, and the Tigers are focused on returning to the playoffs in 2023. They must win big conference games with Lavaca, Hackett, Cedarville, and possibly Mansfield if they hope to host a playoff game in November.

West Fork is big, strong, and physical, but lacks team speed according to Hootens Arkansas Football publication. Paris will be looking to utilize its speed against the Tigers.

On offense, West Fork will be led by sophomore Cooper Ridenoure after having a big junior high football career. He has a strong and accurate arm and is a dual threat to run at any time. Junior Bryson Whitmill has 4.75 speed and will run for the Tigers from the halfback position. West Fork will also have senior running back Harrison Oliver who is returning from ACL surgery.

Oliver will also play on defense for the Tigers where he has been a three-year starter. In 2022, Oliver had 74 tackles and four sacks. West Fork coach Rodney Selph has touted Oliver’s explosiveness off the ball as to why he is such a force on defense.

West Fork won their zero-week game on August 25 vs Green Forest by the score of 20-8. At press time for this story, the Tigers were preparing to take the field at Berryville.

RNN Sports will be at Eagles Stadium for this week’s game with West Fork. Look for our post-game story on Sunday on our website at residentnewsnetwork.com. We will also have action photos from this game on Facebook at Paris Eagles Sports!

And, as always, we will see you at the stadium!

Charleston Travels to Ozark for “Battle of Franklin County”

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Charleston Travels to Ozark for “Battle of Franklin County”

OZARK-The tough non-conference portion of the Charleston Tigers’ football schedule continues this week when coach Ricky May takes his Tigers to north Franklin County to play the Ozark Hillbillies. The annual “Battle of Franklin County” will resume on Friday and is guaranteed to once again be a hard-hitting, very good football game between two proud programs. Kickoff in Ozark is scheduled for 7 p.m.

At deadline time for this story, Charleston was preparing to take the field for their season opener against Elkins, and Ozark was preparing to play their second game of the season against Booneville. In “zero week” that was played on August 25, Ozark defeated the Panthers at Clarksville by the score of 35-7. Ozark will be playing their third game of the season against Charleston, and the Tigers will be playing their second game.

The Hillbillies’ offense will feature junior quarterback Koby Wilbanks who played wide receiver a year ago where he had 16 receptions for 280 yards and four touchdowns. His history as a wide receiver makes him suitable for possible plays where the Hillbillies may throw back to him after passing or handing the ball off. In the tradition of the great Ozark quarterbacks, Wilbanks too possess good running ability that makes him a dual threat at his position.

Wilbanks will be joined on offense by senior Brandon Miner who is a very good utility player who can play multiple positions, including running back, “H back” and quarterback, if needed.

Ozark coach Jeremie Burns is high on his team this year but states his concern that although the team has excellent skill position talent, they appear not to have the depth at those positions that they have had in the past.

Ozark will be especially tough on the line of scrimmage. On offense, the line is led by senior tackle Charles Vandenberg who was an All-State select a season ago. Junior Logan Hitcher has been a solid addition at center. The line features a pair of super sophomores, Braydon Sampley, who bench presses 305 lbs, and Eli Sampley, who are cousins, will contribute this year.

On defense, Gavin Gilbreath, who plays running back on offense, also had 73 tackles on defense in 2022. He is very quick and moves from sideline to sideline very well on defense. Brayden Miner also plays on defense between the nose guard and linebacker positions. Senior strong safety Jacob Della was an all-conference performer in 2022 making 59 tackles on the season.

The Hillbillies play in the Class 4A -1 conference that includes Elkins, Gravette, Gentry, Lincoln, Huntsville, Green Forest, and Berryville. A year ago, two of their three losses came at the hands of 3A-1 non-conference opponents Booneville and Charleston. At the end of the season, the Hillbillies dropped a conference game to Elkins who Charleston defeated in week one in their non-conference game in week one.

The Charleston Tigers will be looking for their first win on the road in the young season. The Tigers opened with Elkins in week one, and the gauntlet continues this week in Ozark. Charleston will make the long trip to Nashville in week three to play a return game with the Scrappers from the 4A-7 conference. We will have more on the Nashville game next week. RNN Sports will be in Nashville on September 15 to cover this game as our “Game of the Week.”

Having started their season on August 25, Ozark will be off for a bye week next week. The Hillbillies will return to the field for their next game on September 22 when they travel to Berryville.

Charleston will be looking to add to last year’s 34-20 victory from a year ago that helped propel them to a big start that would end with a state championship. There is a lot of history and tradition to this game, and fans can expect both teams to play hard and with great passion.

Watch for a post-game story on this game on Sunday on RNN Sports’ website at residentnewsnetwork.com

We’ll see you at the stadium!

Charleston To Make Long Trip to Southwest Arkansas on Friday to Take on Nashville

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Charleston To Make Long Trip to Southwest Arkansas on Friday to Take on Nashville

NASHVILLE, AR- In the storied 2022 season for Charleston that saw the Tigers win a Class 3A state championship, the Nashville Scrappers gave the Tigers their only loss of the season. The 4A powerhouse of a program, traveled to Charleston for what turned out to be a very good football game between two very good programs. In fact, Nashville would go on to advance to the 4A state semifinals, losing to the eventual 4A champion, Malvern, by the score of 56-37.

Last year’s game at Alumni Field saw the Tigers fall to Nashville by the score of 27-19 for the Tigers’ only loss of the season. Charleston had the ball for the last possession of the game and just didn’t have enough time remaining as they frantically tried to tie the game and send it into overtime.

The Scrappers play in the extremely tough 4A-7 football conference that includes Arkadelphia, Ashdown, Malvern, Mena, and Waldron.

Nashville senior running back, Tre Hopkins, was the second-leading rusher in the conference with 1,356 yards on 224 carries. Hopkins rushed for 19 touchdowns in 2022. Nashville averaged a little more than 38 points per game last season.

But the graduation of key players from a year ago has affected Nashville this year, too. Last year’s star senior quarterback, Sloan Perrin, has moved on to play college football at Henderson State. As a result, sophomore quarterback Karson Chambers will start for Nashville. He is the first sophomore to start at that position since 2006 for the Scrappers.

At press time for this story, Nashville was preparing to play at DeQueen on September 8. The Scrappers opened their season on zero week, August 25, with a loss at Magnolia by the score of 48-20. In week one, Nashville got their first win of the season at home against Hope by the score of 24-21. The Charleston Tigers were preparing for “The Battle of Franklin County” and their annual game with Ozark. Charleston lost to Elkins in their home opener on September 1 by the score of 49-13. So, both schools are adjusting to young players and having to replaced experienced rosters who were very successful a year ago.

On defense, the Scrappers are led by junior safety Skyler Gibson. Gibson will be counted on heavily this season in an otherwise unproven secondary for Nashville. According to Hootens Arkansas Football publication, the Scrappers will return four, 3-year starters on offense, but on defense, Nashville will have questions in the secondary.

Charleston will look to continue their development and hopefully avoid injuries that could affect next week’s conference opener. Charleston will return home on September 22 to open 3A-1 conference play against the Greenland Pirates at Alumni Field. Greenland started their season 0-2 with losses to Lincoln on August 25, and Green Forest on September 1. Nashville will travel to Arkadelphia for a tough 4A-7 conference opening game against the Badgers. Arkadelphia also opened the 2023 season with two losses, losing to Camden Fairview on August 25 and at Hot Springs on August 31.

RNN Sports will be in Nashville on Friday to bring you special coverage of this important non-conference matchup between the Tigers and the Scrappers. Watch for our post-game story on this game on Saturday on our website at residentnewsnetwork.com, or, on social media at Resident News Network on Facebook. Action photos from this contest will also be available to our readers on Facebook at RNN Sports’ “Team Press Pass” page.

So, Tigers fans, travel safely, and we look forward to seeing you at the stadium this Friday in Nashville!

UAFS Volleyball Preps for Challenging Gorilla Classic

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UAFS Volleyball Preps for Challenging Gorilla Classic

FORT SMITH, Ark. – University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Volleyball looks to continue its hot start to the season as the Lions head to Pittsburg State for the Gorilla Classic September 8-9.

The Lions will once again have an early match, facing off against No. 11 Southwest Minnesota State at 9 a.m. Friday in the first match of the weekend. They will then end the first day at 4:30 p.m. against Drury.

Saturday sees the Lions take on Northwestern Oklahoma State at 11:30 before concluding the weekend against host Pitt State at 7 p.m.

Live coverage links can be found at uafortsmithlions.com. All matches will be streamed on the MIAA Network.

NOTES:

LAST WEEK: The Lions went 4-0 at the Newberry Invitational, collecting wins over Lander, Belmont Abbey, Newberry and Francis Marion.

PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Middle blocker Hannah Watkins was named the Lone Star Conference Defensive Player of the Week after totaling 18 blocks (1.2/s) and racking up 29 kills on a .333 attack percentage. UAFS held opponents to a .115 attack percentage for the weekend, including holding Belmont Abbey and Francis Marion under .100.

BALANCING ACT: The Lions had six players record at least 20 kills last weekend. Twice the Lions had at least five players record at least seven kills in a match.

CAREER HIGH: Middle blocker Angelina Hardison recorded a career-high 16 kills on a .517 attack percentage in the four-set win over Newberry.

RECORD WATCH: Setter Chloe Price moved into third on the career assists list with 1,413, now 58 behind Bailey Katzfey for second all-time.

SCOUTING SMSU: The No. 11 Mustangs have started the season 3-1, led by outside hitter Brooklyn Kusler at 4.0 kills per set. Libero McKenzie Tolk averages 4.85 digs per set while setter Alisa Bengen is averaging 12.0 assists per set.

SCOUTING DU: The Panthers won just two sets on opening weekend as they went 0-4 in Florida. Outside hitter Juliana Squire leads Drury with 2.93 kills per set and 3.79 digs per set.

SCOUTING NWOSU: The Rangers went 2-2 at the Missouri Southern State Invite, alternating wins and losses. Outside hitter Erika Asencio Soriano paces the Ranger attack with 2.85 kills per set with setter Cameron Lobb dishing out 5.5 assists per set. Asencio Soriano is second in digs with 3.08 per set.

SCOUTING PSU: The Gorillas went 1-3 to open the season with a pair of losses to ranked opponents. They are led by outside hitter Janae Thurston with 3.47 kills per set and setter Jadyn Jackson at 8.33 assists per set. The duo also leads the Gorillas in digs.

THE SERIES: The Lions lead the all-time series with Drury, 3-2, after sweeping the Panthers las season. UAFS is 0-1 against both Southwest Minnesota State and Pitt State while this will be the first ever meeting with Northwest Oklahoma State.

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