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Sr Dragons Hit Turbulence But Continue To Soar

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8:32 am

Sr Dragons Hit Turbulence But Continue To Soar

Header picture courtesy of Malinda Mizell

It was a tough 46-0 loss for the Dragons to swallow following the conclusion of Friday nights football game against rivals the Cedarville Pirates. But as the saying goes, “You are not defeated when you lose, you are defeated when you quit” and the Dragons are only getting started.

Junior Quarterback, Ethan Gregory, who was still nursing an injury, logged 15 passing yards to Houston Morris during the Pirate/Dragon match-up. Ethan Jones and Malachi West held tight to 7 carries each totaling 31 and 18 yards respectively. And Matthew Hickman and Dylan Meinert finished with 1 carry each equaling 12 and 10 yards.

Mountainburg football has a ground game that is full of armored grit and substantial strength. The Dragons aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty and hold their own. Helping to contribute to the 35 total Mountainburg tackles were Dylan Coughran with 11, and Jayden Nixon, Hunter Taylor, Tristian Murchison, and Noah Johnson with three apiece.

With their 35-0 win over the Lavaca Golden Arrows during the first game of the season, the Dragons now sit 1-1 in non-conference play with conference play starting October 4. Up next for Mountainburg are the Greenland Pirates. The Dragons fell to the Pirates during last seasons face-off so this time around the Dragons are out to return the fire. The game kicks off at 7 p.m. at Greenland on September 13.

Trap Shoot Tournament Hosted at Scott County Fair

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Tammy Teague

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2:59 pm

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Trap Shoot Tournament Hosted at Scott County Fair

At the Scott County Fair on Saturday, September 7, the Waldron High School Trap Shoopting Club hosted a tournament.

From 9 a.m.-1 p.m., adults and kids got the opportunity to show off their skills. Entrants paid a fee of $20 per round for adults and $15 for those 16 and under.

The competition benefitted the Scott County Fair Association and the Waldron School Trap Shooting Team.

Waldron Police Officer, and SRO Gary Clepper supervised the competition.

Winners for the senior division (17 and up) were: 1st place: Tim Franklin; 2nd place: Chase Hale; 3rd place: Jonce Franklin. Winners in the junior division (16 and under) were: 1st place: Jaycob Hutchens; 2nd place: Travir Shelton; 3rd place: Taylen Bates.

Scott County Fair Grand Champions Take Home the Buckle

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Tammy Teague

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2:42 pm

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Scott County Fair Grand Champions Take Home the Buckle

The Scott County Fair kicked off on Saturday, August 31 with the Fair Pageant, which was sponsored by Tyson.

Fair week was jammed packed with fun events for all ages, including livestock, home economics, trap shooting, pageant, concession and rides.

The most coveted award for showmanship is the grand champion award. The following individuals pictured walked away with the buckles: Rwanda Rhoades – hog; Chase Hale – goat; Jackson Moore – market steer; Karli Anshutz – replacement heifer; Laklynn Dedmon – market lamb.

Congratulations to all of these winners, and to all the participants in the Scott County Fair!

Sr Bulldogs Unwavering After Tiger Loss

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Megan Hecox

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9:31 am

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The “Battle of Scott County” football game between the Mansfield Tigers and the Waldron Bulldogs is always sure to excite. And like in previous years before, 2019 didn’t disappoint. Last season, the Tigers took the win over the Bulldogs 40-7. And although this time around the game ended with Mansfield again sealing the deal 38-34, this WASN’T the same Waldron team we’ve seen in the past.

The Bulldogs have bought into the program that second season coach, Jonathan Bates, has put into place and where in most cases a good rule of thumb to build a program is around three years, the Bulldogs have seemed to do it in two. With the help of coaching staff Mark Brigance, Nick Stovall, Garett Lazenby, Cory Chambers, Chance Tanner, and Bob Coker, the 2019 group of players that took to the field Friday night, were well-formed, powerfully built, and fearlessly established.

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With a jam-packed venue loaded with Bulldog energy, Waldron took to the field ready to fight. Elijah Polen got the Bulldog ball moving with his 16-yard dash downfield. From there Caden Fuller was able to make a huge run in for a touchdown putting Waldron on the board 6-0. Seth Hunt kept the ball in action with his 27-yard run and after a touchdown pass from Quarterback Braden Williams to Isaac Villareal, Waldron was up 12-6. With the added two-point conversion from a quarterback keeper, the score was brought to 14-6 Bulldogs.

After another Villareal touchdown and two-point conversion courtesy of Williams, the game went into halftime with Waldron leading 22-12. For the second half of the game, Bryson Bailey accelerated his running game, leaving the Tigers unable to keep up and adding a touchdown for the Bulldogs. With the scoreboard reading 28-12 Waldron, the stadium was deafening. With the Tigers hot on the Bulldogs trail, the fourth quarter started with Waldron up 28-26. Keeping the score moving up for the Bulldogs, Williams hit it big with another touchdown and the count pushed forward 34-26. Unfortunately, it wasn’t meant to be for the Bulldogs and after two Tiger touchdowns, the game came to an end.

While the offense was on top of their game, it was the Bulldog defense that carried the show. With the help of powerhouses like Patrick Poor, Ethan Slater, Bradley Smith, Rylee Shupert, Dayton Lovett, and Joey Cardenas, the Bulldogs indestructible brick wall was there at every Mansfield play shutting the Tigers down. Coach Bates had this to say about the historic game, “I thought our players and coaches did an outstanding job preparing for the game. Everyone left it all on the field. It’s unfortunate that someone had to lose this game because both teams played well enough to win. We have to clean up some mistakes that we had but I have faith that everyone will work on those to be ready for our next game!” The Waldron Bulldogs will hit the road to Paris to take on the Eagles on September 13 at 7 p.m.

Lady Bulldog Cross Country Rocks Their Run

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Megan Hecox

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12:46 pm

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Lady Bulldog Cross Country Rocks Their Run

Pictured L-R is Sarah Byford, Constance Richmond, Ryleigh Anschutz, Stephanie Sexton, Melissa Schroeder, and Star Spence

The Waldron Lady Bulldogs Cross Country team, who is headed by Coach Angie Bailey, is off to a great start. In their first meet of the 2019 season held at Elkins, the Lady Bulldogs came in 1st place beating out West Fork and Elkins who were picked to place first and second in the state according to pre-season standings. Ryleigh Anschutz medaled at 7th place with her 5000 Meter Run clocking in at 23:14 minutes. Also placing was Maria Grano who earned 3rd place in the Junior High division for her 14:27 minute contribution in the 3200 Meter Run. The next meet will be held on September 10 at the UARM Invitational.

Sr Tigers Have Close “Claw” In Battle Of Scott County Victory

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Megan Hecox

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11:39 am

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Sr Tigers Have Close “Claw” In Battle Of Scott County Victory

If there was ever a time for a non-football person to become a football person, it’s when the Mansfield Tigers and the Waldron Bulldogs decide to meet up on the field. With the home and visitor stands filled to compacity, it was standing room only as the Bulldogs hosted the Tigers in the annual “Battle of Scott County” on Friday, September 6. After almost three hours of both teams putting their bodies through a beating, it was the Tigers that snagged the “W” with a close 38-34 victory.

“Our boys overcame a lot of personal adversity last night, self-inflicted adversity, but they were able to overcome it,” says Coach Tim Cothran. “We are still making too many mistakes in the red zone. The first half was sloppy but our second half was a lot better. As the old saying goes an ugly win is much better than a beautiful loss. Anytime you can get a win on the road against a tough opponent like Waldron you can’t help but be pleased. We are going to get back to work and try to improve where we’re lacking.”

Mansfield fans barely got their seats warm before Tyler Holmes put the Tiger faithful on their feet as he took the opening kickoff and blasted through the Bulldogs for a huge return. The Tigers had a slight miscue on their first drive of the night giving Waldron the ball back by fumbling at the 2-yard line. Waldron then took the ball downfield for the score. But that didn’t phase Mansfield as Ethan Stovall put the Tigers on the board with a QB sneak while Will Meadows also busted the Waldron defense for a 10-yard score. At the half, Mansfield was down 22-12 and the game was anyone’s to take at that point.

By the second half of the game, the action picked up and took off. Catching a Stovall pass, Layton Howard ran a span of over half the field, crossing into the endzone for the Tigers closing the gap 28-18. With the added two-point conversion, the score sat at 28-20 Waldron. Towards the end of the third quarter, Isaac Cothran ran the Tigers ball with fierce determination for a touchdown and the fourth quarter got underway. With the scoreboard lights shining 28-26 Bulldogs, Jaicy Griffin and Tyler Holmes’ mad football skills put two touchdowns on the Mansfield scorecard putting the Tigers closer to paydirt. To close out the game, the Tiger defense showed why defense wins championships by stuffing the Bulldogs on fourth down inside Waldrons 10 yard line in the closing seconds of the game. The Tigers left the field with a close but thrilling final of 38-34 over the Waldron Bulldogs.

“We are always happy to get a win,” expresses Coach Keith Stovall. “Hats off to Waldron. They were well prepared and played a quality game. Waldron has been a tough place for our senior group. Actually this is the first time they have won in Waldron. I was very proud of our ability to overcome adversity and to fight from behind when nothing was going our way. Offensively, we got to finish drives. We are struggling in the red zone and it has shown itself in the past two weeks. Defensively, we have to get off the field, make great plays, and improve coverage. But we made the stops when we had to and got the job done.” The Tigers will put it all on the line again when they host the Lavaca Golden Arrows on September 13 at 7 p.m.

No If’s And’s Or “Putt’s” About It, Bulldog Golf Is UNDEFEATED

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9:34 am

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No If’s And’s Or “Putt’s” About It, Bulldog Golf Is UNDEFEATED

Photo courtesy of Sandy Tull

The Waldron Bulldogs Golf Team remains UNDEFEATED on the season after their match at Galla Creek Country Club Tuesday, September 3rd.

Kaylin Watson competed individually for the female golfers and finished with a notable score of 51. “Kaylin is still trying to find some consistency, but when she is hitting the ball well she can turn in some good scores,” explained Golf Coach, Josh Atchley.

Jaden Hutchens, Drew Owens, Lane Metcalf, Jesse Dees, and Lane Tallmedge competed as a team in the boys’ division and remained undefeated. Out of teams from Pottsville, Clarksville, Dardanelle, Dover, and Ozark, the Bulldogs tied for first with a team score of a 121. Drew Owens first scored individually with an accomplished 39 and Hutchens and Metcalf each carded a stellar 41. “121 is our lowest score this year so hopefully we start playing our best golf going into district. I am excited about this group of guys and very appreciative of their families who spend countless hours working on their golf games with them.” The Bulldogs will swing on into Charleston next on September 10.

Tigers Suffer Devastating 44-0 Defeat at Dardanelle

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Tigers Suffer Devastating 44-0 Defeat at Dardanelle

It resembled a war zone more than a football game. The injuries continued Friday night for a team that was already reeling from the injury bug. When the final gun sounded, there were approximately 11 Tigers out of the game that had resulted from previous weeks’ injuries combined with more that occurred during the game with Dardanelle. Charleston (0-2, 0-0) was defeated by the class 4A Dardanelle Sand Lizards (2-0, 0-0) by the lopsided score of 44-0. The game marked the second consecutive away game for the Tigers before they enter an open date next Friday.

The Tigers played hard all night, even though each series was a new person playing beside another as the injuries took their toll. In the end, the Tigers, playing with young players at multiple positions due to injuries, were no match for the big and athletic Sand Lizards.

It is both uncommon and unexpected for a team to suffer such a high injury rate this early in the season. In just the second week of the season, Charleston is fighting for their lives on every play due to the loss of players from the off-season and the first two weeks of the season.

Charleston has an open date next Friday and it could not come at a better time. The schedule gives the Tigers a chance to rest and heal and possibly regain some of their players that have missed or who are currently missing playing time. With one more non-conference game remaining with Ozark on September 20, the goal is to get some of their key players back over the next two weeks before the conference opener in Charleston when the Tigers host Greenland on September 27.

Of course, this is not what the Tigers are used to. It has not been a lot of fun for anyone associated with the program. Frustration and bewilderment continues to mount for everyone. If you played high school football during your younger years, you know very well how much time, work, and sacrifice goes into preparing and conditioning to play the sport. For the Tiger players, injury is not only painful but heartbreaking. This is especially true so early in the season. Seniors who have looked forward to this year are crushed when things just don’t seem to work out.

It’s too early in the season for me to give the “football builds character” speech. It’s true, it does build character, but, the conference season is just around the corner, and that’s when it is all for keeps. There is still a lot of football to be played, and the Tigers have a lot to play for. Tiger fans, players, and supporters need to keep the faith. Support the players and coaches. They are all going through a very difficult time. Nobody wants things to go the way they have over the first two weeks of the season.

It’s difficult to win football games. Winning is something we all tend to take for granted sometimes. But it is especially hard when a significant part of your team is lost and you play your opponents short-handed.

In my short time covering the Tigers, I have learned one thing. These are good kids. They work hard and they play hard. The coaches are good people and are working very hard to give the players any advantage they can find. Now is the time to support your program more than ever. As we all know, it is both easy and fun to support the program when times are good. But now, your Tigers need your support more than ever. Charleston fans love their Tigers, and I know they will help them through the tough times. I believe the Tigers will turn the corner and have success in conference play once they begin to get their players back. In fact, Friday night’s game at Dardanelle might have had a different outcome had the Tigers been playing at or near full strength.

After a much-needed open date next Friday, the Tigers have one more week on the road before they finally get to go home and play in front of the home crowd. But first, the team has to heal and prepare for another tough 4A opponent at Ozark on September 20.

Aunt Brenda’s Amazing Pasta Salad

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Once again, we have another famous recipe from Aunt Brenda. This cold pasta salad is delicious, and you will never want to buy a box mix again once you have made this! This is great for a side dish when grilling burgers or having a potluck dinner at work. It’s easy and takes no time to make! Enjoy!

Ingredients

1 Pound Box of Rotini Pasta (Pasta can be regular or tri-color.)
1 bottle of Italian Dressing
1 Bottle of McCormick Salad Supreme Seasoning
1/2 Red Bell Pepper (finely chopped)
1/2 Red or Yellow Sweet Onion (finely diced)
1 1/2 Cups of Very Fine Broccoli

***The seasoning that makes the Pasta Salad delicious!***

**Optional add ins for the Pasta Salad could be any vegetables such as chopped cucumbers or diced tomatoes. You could add chicken chunks or even shredded cheese to turn it into a meal instead of a side dish!

Directions

First, boil pasta according to the directions on the box. However, you do not want to cook the pasta the time recommended. Cook the pasta until it is barely done and remove from the boiling water. Drain pasta well from all water. Don’t worry. Once this sits overnight, the pasta will soak up the Italian dressing and will finish softening the noodles. Once, the noodles are drained and still in your colander, run cold water over the pasta until the pasta is cold. Now, put pasta in a large air tight container bowl. Next, add Italian Dressing and McCormick Salad Seasoning, and stir ingredients to mix well. Then, add chopped veggies (or other optional add ins) to the bowl. Give the pasta salad a light stir once more, seal with the lid, and place it in the refrigerator to set overnight. While refrigerating, the pasta salad will finish up the cooking process as well as letting the veggies soak up the seasonings. Then, you will be ready to serve it the next day! Enjoy!

**Side Note: If you plan to add shredded cheese, add cheese right before serving.

Aunt Brenda’s Chicken Salad

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7:14 am

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One of the many traditions of the Blaylock family is gathering at Blue Mountain Lake and having a big potluck dinner. You can’t help but get excited because you know that people you haven’t seen in months will be there, and it’s always such a fun filled day. The kids are busy playing hard while the adults catch up on everyone’s family announcements. By the end of the day, the kids are covered in sweat, dirt, sidewalk chalk, and begging to go dip into the lake!

Every summer holiday, a gathering is usually planned at the lake. Just recently, Labor Day came upon us, and my husband’s family met once again for a dinner at the lake. His Aunt Brenda brought her famous chicken salad, and I knew this would be a recipe that our readers would love to have. It’s something light but very filling, so it’s a fan favorite for all of us at the lake! This is perfect to make ahead of time and have for lunch throughout the week. It’s also great for Sunday afterglow dinners at church. No matter who you make it for or where you are taking it, once you make it, you will be hooked! Enjoy!

Ingredients

2 Large Cans of Chicken Breast Chunks
1/2 Cup of Chopped Pecans
8 oz. Cream Cheese (Softened)
1 Cup of Sour Cream
1/2 Cup of Mayo
1/2 Teaspoon of Cavender’s All Purpose Greek Seasoning
1/2 Teaspoon of Onion Powder
1/2 Teaspoon of Salt
20 oz. Can of Crushed Pineapple (well drained)
1 Cup of Red Grapes (halved)

Directions

First, open the cans of chicken and drain well. Place chicken into a medium size bowl and add the chopped pecans. Next, add softened cream cheese and mayo. Then, stir these ingredients until all is mixed well. Add the seasonings to your mixture and mix once again. You can always taste test and see if you would like a little more seasonings or salt. Last, add the pineapples and grape halves. Make sure to drain your pineapples of all juice, or you will have one soggy chicken salad sandwich! Give it one last light stir. Serve with wheat thins, pita crackers, veggie crackers, or on bread for sandwiches. ENJOY!

*Remember to store in an air tight container and keep refrigerated.

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