Mansfield Mayor Buddy Black along with city employees, Joe Manes and Parker Shipman, have been working to improve the visibility of school zones by adding crosswalks.
Additionally, the speed limits in these areas were reduced from 45 mph to 25 mph.
According to Black, the additions were made along Tiger Trail and Slate Road. The speed limit in both of those residential areas is now 25 mph.
The Waldron City Council met on Tuesday, August 13 at 5:30 p.m. All members of the council were present. Also present were, Mayor David Millard,
After approving the minutes from the June meeting, the council heard the city services report.
Police Chief Jeremy Hunt reported that there were 61 cases reported to police, and 35 arrests made. Cases included one sex crime, four crimes against a person, one burglary, five theft of property, 18 citations, nine drug cases, 11 miscellaneous cases, 20 warrants served, eight public intoxication
The council discussed Chief Hunt’s proposal to implement the E-tickets system. The system will soon be mandated, and the council agreed to prepare a resolution for next month’s meeting to begin the transition. Every officer will have a portable laptop in their unit, and the system will eliminate
Brandon Nelson, City Superintendent, reported that the new aerators had been installed, and just in time. According to him, the single operating aerator had just quit, and they were able to get the new ones installed. He
Next, the council voted to accept the resignation of Alderman Kelly Slaten. Slaten, who serves in Ward III, Position II, submitted a letter of resignation to the council, thanking them for their support and leadership. In Slaten’s letter, she explained the reason for her resignation. “…my family and I
After the council voted to accept Slaten’s resignation, a vacancy was declared for Ward III, Position II.
The next item of business was for the council to consider adjustments to the salary schedule prompted by the three year increase in the state minimum wage. After a lengthy discussion, the council voted unanimously to accept the proposed wage increases for city employees. Increases range from $.86 to $4.42, all conditional on the number of years of employment. The state minimum wage increase, and the desire to remain a competitive workplace
Mayor David Millard asked the council to assist him as a committee to research the pros and cons of implementing a city business license. They will meet to discuss those findings in a workshop following the
City Attorney Mark Johnson reported to the council that he is prepared to take action, at their direction, on the condemnation of properties at 321 Redbud, 1056 Danville Road and 287 E. 5th Street. A property owner, who is also on the list, reached out to the mayor’s office and indicated he had attained an attorney. The council voted to allow the owner at 768 W. 4th Street time to get the property back in compliance with the city before
Rene Myers, the Director of the Scott-Sebastian Regional Library, was recognized to speak. Myers commented on the success of the summer reading program and made the council aware of the implementation of the E-Books system. “You can now read books from our library on your Kindle or smart phone,” concluded Myers.
With no other items of business, the meeting of the Waldron City Council was adjourned.
“No matter what people tell you, an idea can change the world” – Robin Williams.
Last year was the inaugural season for the West Central Football League. The league was formed to give small school little league programs an opportunity to play equal competition and have the chance to create growth within their programs. With many towns in 2018 starting the season having barely enough players for a team, it was evident that it would take some time to get everyone up to par.
Over the offseason, WCFL Board Members worked together sharing “Tricks of the Trade” and coming up with ideas to help build programs. Although many teams are still holding signups, teams shared their most recent numbers and the results are very promising. The numbers don’t show explosions of growth, but the seeds the WCFL planted last season are definitely starting to break through the ground.
WCFL President and Magazine Representative, Doug Powell, is excited about the growth in his Rattler little league football program. “Growth of any amount is big for our league teams. We are the smallest school in the WCFL. With fewer athletes available, one player potentially makes a greater impact for us than the rest of the league. Gaining one kid per grade can be huge for us,” expresses Powell.
“Numbers for our Jr High have been dwindling over the years. Having growth and strong numbers in little league gives us a chance to change the program’s direction and accomplish my goal of consistent achievements. In the last five years, we have the most 7th graders playing football this season. Our goal is to continue this trend each year. If we achieve that, we will be competitive with our Sr High program and also have more success. I am pleased with where the little league program is right now. We want to continue to develop the league and make it even better.”
Hackett Little League President and WCFL Board Representative for the Hornets, Dave Slavens, adds “Being a part of the WCFL has created the opportunity for us to consistently compete with schools who are the same in size and numbers as we are. All schools in the WCFL are benefiting from this. We are starting to see more rivalry games now in the WCFL also, which you don’t see a lot of anymore.”
With school now in session, teams still have the opportunity to catch kids who were on vacation or at camps over the summer. The deadline for teams to turn in their rosters for the 2019 season is August 24th. The old saying goes “you’re either growing or dying” and even though it will take some more time, it is very evident that the small school programs of the West Central Football League are alive and well.
On Saturday evening, August 10, a Scott County Deputy attempted to make a traffic stop on a vehicle with a broken tail light. The driver, Demetrius Hill, 20, failed to
Hill managed to elude the deputy, however, the wrecked vehicle was later located in the Cauthron community. That vehicle, which authorities state contained drug paraphernalia, was discovered as stolen from Missouri.
The Scott County Sheriff’s Office requested the assistance of the Waldron Police Department in the search for Hill. Scott County Sheriff Randy Shores stated that they were grateful to the department for the use of their K-9 officer in the search.
Hill was eventually captured in West Fork after allegedly stealing another vehicle on Sunday, August 11. Hill reportedly collided with a parked car inside the City of West Fork after fleeing from an Arkansas Game and Fish Officer. A West Fork officer intercepted Hill, and the pursuit ended after another collision.
After being released from Washington Regional, Hill was booked into the Washington County Jail. He is currently being charged in Washington County for reckless driving, fleeing, theft by receiving, second degree battery and leaving the scene/property damage. Sheriff Shores stated that Hill will be returned to Scott County, where he will face additional charges.
The epitome of Mountainburg sports, veteran Coach Tom Harrell, is eager to start another round of Dragon football. Compared to 30 years ago when Harrell first started, the football program has changed drastically. “We average 30 players each year now, whereas, in the past, numbers were always an issue,” Coach Harrell says. “The facilities and equipment now are top of the line for a AA school in Arkansas. And the community has fallen in love with football. Even on long road games, we always have a great crowd.”
During the 2018 football season, Mountainburg finished 8-3 overall and made it to the second round of the state playoffs. This season though, the Dragons are geared up and ready to set things on fire. Mountainburg will be playing in the 2A conference alongside Hackett, Hector, Lavaca, JC Westside, WYC, and Magazine. If the Dragons are wanting to stay on top, Coach Harrell says, “We will have to win the close games, show improvement on both sides of the ball, and most of all stay healthy.”
Every year, the Dragons hope to compete for the title of Conference Champions and this upcoming football season is no different. Last year, Mountainburg shared the conference championship with Hector. This season though, the Dragons will share the top with no one. Coach Harrell says his team is looking forward to week 10 when they get to take on Hector at home.
Another exciting match-up Mountainburg is looking forward to is their game against Magazine. “Magazine will be for real this year. They have a very tough and talented senior and junior class.” During the 2018 football season, the Dragons annihilated the Rattlers 40-8. This season, Mountainburg plans to do it again as they are returning 12 offensive and defensive starters. Dragon football gets underway as they take on the Golden Arrows at Lavaca on August 30.
Quietly sitting on the East side of Highway 71 South Bypass, the Waldron Nursing Center is abound with social activities, a hub for community involvement and a staff of caring professionals.
Specializing in long term care, their licensed staff works closely together ensuring the best care possible. Boasting a 105 bed facility, with semi-private rooms the Waldron Nursing Center is designed to provide a warm, comfortable home where your loved one receives the care and assistance they need, and desire.
From restaurant style dining, and open courtyard, their amenities rival even the best home-like environments. A spacious dayroom allows residents to stay active while visiting among residents and visitors in the comfort of a smoke-free facility.
Within walking distance to the local hospital, and 24 hr. nursing care with RN’s and LPN’s, the daily activities, community outings, and visiting areas are a small sampling of the consistent attention to detail found inside the walls at Waldron Nursing Center.
Aside from the comfortable atmosphere, their therapy services are often overlooked from those needing physical, occupational, speech, outpatient therapies. This is where the attention to detail really shines.
Therapy staff works with residents and patients on a daily basis to help your family member recover with a high success rate on short-term rehab stays. Therapy services are conducted under the watchful eye of certified staff who assist in personal needs, and recovery.
Waldron Nursing Center also assists in applying for Medicaid and accepts long-term care insurance.
For more information on their personal care, or to learn how they can help with physical therapy services, call (479) 637-3171, or stop by and visit with their staff at 1369 West 6th Street in Waldron, who would be glad to give you a tour. Ask for Patti or Anne.
With a population of just under a thousand people, located in Logan County, sits Magazine, Arkansas. To the outside world, Magazine is just a speck on the map. A small town that is being overshadowed by the ever-increasing populated areas around it. Driving through town a few businesses you’ll encounter are gas stations, a bank, a hardware store, and a downhome country cookin’ cafe that has the best chicken fried steak in the River Valley.
But to the hard-working individuals and families that call Magazine home, its a town determined to succeed. A town filled with confidence, ambition, and motivation. And a town that’s going to take those qualities to the 2A football conference and knock everybody off of their pedestals. The Rattlers are headed by Coach Doug Powell, who will be starting his eighth football season as head coach with 14 years at Magazine altogether.
Over the summer, Coach Powell had about 45 athletes, grades 7-12, show up for summer workouts and football practices which is a far cry from his first year where only six kids turned up to participate. “Right now, I feel our strengths are strong leadership and experience,” Coach Powell explains. “Last year we were in the mix so this season we want to accomplish even more. Hopefully, luck will be on our side and we can send these seniors out with the best season that we are capable of achieving.”
Magazine will be returning seven starters on both sides of the ball this season. Fullback and Linebacker, Caleb Hyatt had a great season last year. Making plays on both sides of the ball, Coach Powell is expecting Hyatt to have an even better season this year. Running back, Quarterback, and Cornerback, Xeng Yang, “has been the most unselfish player. He is my blue-collar guy. I would take a team full of Xeng’s. He has made a lot of big plays for us.”
Offensive and Defensive Lineman, Bryce McDowell, “anchors our D-line and has the ability to both disrupt plays and make tackles.” Quarterback, Runningback, and Strong Safety, Tatum Scott, “finished last season as the QB. He is super competitive and capable of making big plays on both sides of the ball.” Running back, Fullback, and Linebacker, Kobe Faughn, “made a ton of tackles for us last year as a sophomore, and with more plays this year, we expect him to have a bigger offensive year.”
“We have several more athletes that we are expecting to make big plays for us this year. Unfortunately, there are only so many plays in a game and a season. When given the opportunity this year, they will have to take advantage of it, and make the most of it,” says Coach Powell.
The Rattlers will be playing their 2019 conference schedule against Hackett, Hector, Lavaca, Mountainburg, WYC, and JC Westside. “We have to bring our best every game. We have to be focused on our task at hand and on a mission to complete those task. We need to find a way to win every game. And most importantly, we need to provide an atmosphere that is conducive for our athletes to reach their full potential as well as accomplishing our vision and goals.”
Magazine will open their season on August 23 with a scrimmage at Cedarville followed by their first home game on August 30 against the Bigelow Panthers at 7 p.m.
Lavaca’s Fire Chief Steve Helms was never late to a fire in his three decades of service but he was late to his own retirement party Monday night!
Fire Chief Steve Helms was surprised with a retirement party after the regular city council meeting. Helms retired after 34 years of service to the city of Lavaca as a fireman, first responder, and chief.
Mayor Hugh Hardgrave presented Helms with an award that stated, “Presented to Steve Helms, In Appreciation of Your 34 Years of Service to the Lavaca Fire Department.” The mayor praised the newly retired chief for his service and dedication to the people of Lavaca over all the years. When asked why he became s fireman, Helms replied, “I just went to a couple of meetings to see what it was all about and I thought it was something I wanted to do.”
Moments before Helms arrived, the city council voted unanimously to make Assistant Fire Chief Paul Sanders the new fire chief. Sanders also presented out-going chief Helms with an award that said, “Lavaca Fire & Rescue 2019, Presented to Steve Helms. Congratulations on your well-deserved retirement for providing 34 years of firefighting and first responder services.”
Mayor Hardgrave asked Helms if he’d like to say anything to the crowd of well-wishers who came to honor him. Helms jokingly replied, “See ya!” He went on to thank the city for the support that was given to him and to the fire department over the years, giving great credit to the many firemen that he had served with over the years. Around forty people attended the ceremony and were treated to refreshments after many handshakes, congratulations and photo oportunities.
Thank you, Steve Helms, for all you have done to keep Lavaca and this area safe for so long!
In blistering heat, the Charleston community was treated to scrimmages of all Tigers football teams including youth teams and school teams from 7th grade through senior high school. The scrimmages were attended by many fans who braved the heat to support their Tigers.
Before the scrimmage, this reporter had the opportunity to sit down with Coach May and get his thoughts on the upcoming Tigers program. When the Charleston Tigers take the field August 31 to play the 2018 Class 3A playoff Melbourne Bearkatz, the modern-day Charleston coaching dynasty will pass the torch to new head football coach Ricky May. May was hired in February succeeding Greg Kendrick who resigned to assume offensive coordinator duties at Alma high school.
According to Max Preps, May takes over a program that is 171-26-1 since 2004. After a first-round playoff appearance in 2018, the Tigers are anxious to return to its state title contending ways of the past. May has a track record of success at nearby Booneville as well as rebuilding Waldron’s program to a competitive level. “Coming into that is nice [Charleston’s past success], of course the pressure is a little greater because they have been so good. They have hired really good assistant coaches that are just top notch. The head coaches that have preceded me have been awesome. Obviously, Greg [Kendrick] was like 67-12, won two state championships, and before that he was a part of one. When I came in I didn’t want to change much; why would you want to change it?”
When asked if Coach May felt any additional pressure of being at Charleston with their long history of success at the state level he responded “Not really. Of course, it’s not Friday night yet. I’m sure when it gets here, I will feel the pressure a little bit more. But the support in this community is so great, and everybody I have talked to has been so supportive. As far as pressure goes, I feel that as a coach I put more pressure on myself than anybody can put on me. I feel that if I am not doing that, I am not a very good coach.”
Coach May is humbled to be leading a program with such a rich tradition of success. “When they called me, I was very humbled. I was ready to get back in and work with the players.”
May’s first year will be a challenging one as this year’s 3A-1 conference may be the best in class 3A. Several teams, including Charleston, are pre-season ranked in the top twenty-five statewide in class 3A. In the Max Preps statewide, class 3A pre-season rankings, Booneville is ranked #1, Lamar #8, Mansfield #10, Charleston #14, and Greenland #22.
Tigers fans will have the opportunity to see Charleston host important conference games at home this season. The Tigers play at home vs. Greenland on September 27, Mansfield on October 11, Booneville on October 25, and Lamar on November 11. “Like you said before, it’s Title Town, our kids are thinking every year that they are going to win, so, that part of it is really good. Because they know the expectation of where they are at. As far as the conference goes, man, it is loaded. I think the conference will put five good teams in the playoffs, five good teams that have a chance to beat somebody. I think we have as good of a shot as anybody. I think it is going to come down to who is healthy in November.”
The Tigers first game of the year will be played on a neutral site at Hendrix College in Conway. The Tigers will play the Melbourne Bearkatz who finished last season as a number three seed in their conference and lost a first-round state playoff game to Mansfield. The Bearkatz enter the 2019 with a pre-season ranking of #17 in class 3A according to Max Preps. Charleston enters 2019 ranked 14th. We asked why the game will be played at Hendrix College, Coach May stated that previously the schools had decided to play at the college to create a special atmosphere and event for the players. “We are working now to create something for next year, perhaps at Harding University or Arkansas Tech.”
When asked about his team, May replied, “we’ve got some dudes that can go. But we have had some underclassmen that have moved, and that has hurt us for the future, as well as our depth for this year.” The Tigers have several key players this year that they will be counting on to lead them back to the playoffs.
“Jonathan Williams is our right guard, and he’s as solid as they get. He leads by example; he leads by mouth; he leads by any way possible you could lead. A senior, will be a three-year starter this year.”
“We have a receiver, Kaden Benge, really, really solid kid, works hard, and he plays receiver, slot back, and plays corner on defense. Just a really solid kid. You can count on him. We’ve got a center that is maybe 155 lbs., but thinks he is the baddest dude on the planet, his name is Devin Donberger, and he works really hard and will play some nose man for us too. He’s a little bit crazy, but we need a little crazy!
And then we have an H-back, named Brett Ward, he’s as solid as you get. He’s going to play linebacker for us too. Really good leader, very good, high-character guy. Just awesome, awesome kid. We have Geoffrey Scott, he plays a little bit everywhere. Very talented athlete. Then we have Dalton Curtis who is our backup quarterback and will play receiver and is probably our best defensive back, really steady. Smart, heady kid, has done really good in the spring.
Brayden Ross is going to be our quarterback. So far, I have seen nothing but good things from him. A senior, a very heady kid, who will have a lot of freedom in our offense to audible or do things like that. On the defensive side of the ball, we have Shane Turner, and he is actually in the National Guard, and he has been at basic all summer, but he is going to play defensive tackle for us this year.”
But May knows all too well that expectations are different at Charleston, and this is no rebuilding project. The Tigers are reloading and ready for a march to the state playoffs to contend for another state title. And that was apparent Saturday when the Tigers held their intra-squad scrimmages in Charleston. Teams worked in a controlled scrimmage in 30 minutes periods. In heat-advisory temperatures, the players showed focus and concentration as they continued their pre-season preparation.
It was quickly apparent by watching the large numbers of students who are participating in the Charleston football program, at all levels from 4th grade through senior high school, that the future of Tigers football is bright and will continue to be so for many years to come. The Tigers are re-loading this season and for future seasons.
The Tigers will play Hackett on August 20 at 7 p.m. The game will be the final tune-up for the upcoming season. The game is a benefit game for the Arkansas Activities Association. Proceeds from the game benefit the Association’s catastrophic injury fund.
With Ricky May as the new head coach, and with his track record of making successful men both on the field and off the field, there is plenty of reason for Tigers fans to be excited about the upcoming season that is now just a little more than two weeks away. In the words of Coach May, “It is a great day to be a Tiger!”
As the start of the 2019 Charleston Tigers volleyball season approaches, Coach Ryan Rachuy is in mid-season form. To say the Tigers coach is passionate and ready for the season may be the understatement of the year. On Friday, this reporter had the opportunity to sit down with Coach Rachuy to get his thoughts on the upcoming season.
As we walked into the Charleston gym, the building was empty. Rachuy had given his team the day off to prepare for the start of school. But as he turned on the lights, you could immediately see the volleyballs, cones, etc., that were strewn across the floor. “Looks like our girls were in last night to get in some extra hitting”, said Coach Rachuy. Yes, although the team had the day off, they had worked out on their own the night before to get in some extra work. Evidence of the work ethic and culture in the Charleston program that Coach Rachuy has implemented. And undoubtedly, will pay off big for the Tigers as they look to take the next step in the program of being competitive in the state tournament.
Immediately, Coach Rachuy’s love for Charleston was apparent. “I’ve known this place since I was in high school. We used to play Charleston. I played basketball, football, baseball, I ran track, I did everything.” “I went to a little school in Missouri called Culver-Stockton College, played football and baseball there. I transferred down to SAU (Southern Arkansas University) and I played football and baseball there. I finally finished at Arkansas Tech.” Rachuy’s background prepared him for change and starting new things. His background prepared him well for starting Charleston’s volleyball program.
“You come into volleyball, and, especially around here, five years ago when we started, it was Paris and Mansfield. Mansfield had won two state titles before, Paris had been in the finals with them those years. It seemed like it was always those two teams battling it out. When they said they were going to put volleyball into Charleston, I did a little research. I knew Paris was good. I said, OK, where are we playing?
“The first year, we are playing as many teams as we could. But the next year they put us into a conference. That conference was Mena, who had won a state title. Lavaca, who had won a state title. Mansfield who had won a couple. Paris who had won one at that time, and would go on to win four, and defending this year. There was just a lot of competition there.” We were playing Hackett, where coach Freeman is doing an amazing job there, and who we are going to play a benefit match with this year. But in all honesty, you want to get good at a sport, you want to get your program to grow quickly, that’s what you got to have.”
Charleston’s volleyball conference is as tough as any in the state. “Teams like Paris just go after you. Teams like Mansfield just go after you. You have to learn, I have to learn as a coach, what are they doing. I have to get better, better every year.”
“Charleston’s athletic department has been competitive in everything. This is something I believe Charleston [volleyball] can be. We gotta put in the time, gotta put in the effort. And I have been fortunate enough since we have started that I have girls that just want to learn. They want to come out here and work their tails off. We made the state tournament the first year we were eligible to do so. Not a lot of people know that or realize that, but our second year of playing volleyball we got to go to the state tournament.”
Coach Rachuy has networked with other coaches around the region and the state to benefit the Charleston program. Specifically, he mentioned coaches at Paris, Hackett, Greenwood, Fort Smith Southside, UAFS, and others in seeking advice and learning opportunities for him to bring to the Tigers program. “I want Charleston to be a good as possible, to be the best volleyball program we can have. I want Charleston to have the best volleyball program in the state. But the next thing, I want every school around to pick this sport up.”
Of the players who began the Charleston program in 2015, this year’s junior class were 7th graders that first year. “I’m just now getting girls that have been in the volleyball program for five years.”
Rachuy has always supported his players playing multiple sports but admits that he has also been fortunate to have some that have solely focused on volleyball.
“Jadyn Womack, as the program started, it seemed like the more we did it, the more she got into it. She’s in here, and I have had other girls who do it, is in here 10 minutes before practice starts and stays 15 minutes after practice is over. “Her vertical is just outrageous right now. And its that type of work ethic that has other girls looking at it [volleyball].”
For the Tigers to reach the state tournament, they will rely heavily on both experienced players and newcomers to senior high volleyball for stepping up their games and showing leadership both on and off the court.
“For us this year, it starts with Jadyn. Over the last three years, she has been a player that’s elevated her game. I’m not saying at all that the other girls haven’t, but, she has just really done the work. She gives 100% of her effort 100% of the time. She wants her teammates to be the best they can be, too.”
“I’ve got girls like Kylie Frederick who is a returning starter in the middle from last year, an extremely capable player. She’s a great server, was probably our best server last year.”
“Sydney Kaempfe, hitting in the opposite, has become a much more consistent, aggressive hitter from the opposite side. That’s one of the reasons why I think we have the potential to do well.”
“Girls like Bria Byrd who got a lot of playing time last year and will be looked at a lot in the middle this year. She is a girl that has a lot of potential. When she is focused, she is really tough to play.”
“But then I have girls like our junior setter, Gracie Young. Gracie came in and started for me last year as a sophomore as a setter. As the year went along, she got better and better. More consistent with where she was setting the ball.”
“Defensively speaking, we lost our libero, but we have Kenzie Revis who will be working for that spot. We have girls like Rylan Robinson coming in as a junior battling for that spot. We have several girls that will be battling for defensive spots.”
A competitive sophomore class has the potential to see three or four players get playing time this season, adding to the senior high talent base that makes the future for Charleston volleyball bright.
A competitive sophomore class has the potential to see three or four players get playing time this season, adding to the senior high talent base that makes the future for Charleston volleyball bright.
When asked who he expects to be at the forefront of this year’s district, coach Rachuy commented that “until someone beats them, Paris has to be the favorite.” Booneville, Hackett, and Waldron were other schools that Rachuy expects to be competitive for the precious few state playoff births from the district tournament. “If we are playing to our level of expectation, are playing to our level of ability, I believe we can make it to the state tournament first off, that’s the first thing. Being in state and competing at state is a totally different thing. Because now you are looking at teams like Walnut Ridge, Hot Springs Lakeside, Ashdown, Hoxie, I mean, there are teams all around the state that are good volleyball programs.”
“Community-wise, they [Charleston fans] take a lot of pride in the athletic department here at Charleston. But they also take a lot of pride in the kids.” “Members of our community want the success for our school, our program, and our kids.”
“That’s just being a part of Charleston. You have to expect everybody’s best. Because everybody wants to beat Charleston. The question to my players is can you handle being in that position?”
The Tigers open the 2019 season at Clarksville on Monday, August 26. The team will travel the next day to Ozark to play the Hillbillies. Charleston’s first home game will be played on Thursday, August 29 vs. Huntsville. The team is looking forward to a capacity crowd on August 29 to welcome the team home for their first home match. Home court advantage is important to the team and Rachuy wants to see a capacity crowd for all of Charleston’s home matches.
The next opportunity to see the Tigers volleyball team in action is Thursday, August 15, 5:30 p.m., for the annual Black / White scrimmage match. The Tigers will host Hackett August 20, 4 p.m., in a pre-season match to benefit the Arkansas Activities Association catastrophic injury fund. Their final pre-season warm-up will be at the 3A Preview Festival that will be held at Harding Academy in Searcy on August 24. The Festival will have a “jamboree” format and will not have bracket play.
In just the fifth year of the Tigers program, hopes are high for a very successful 2019 season that will take the Tigers to a trip to the state tournament and beyond. They look forward to a capacity crowd on August 15, and for each home match, to support a dedicated group of players who have pioneered the program and continue to work hard to realize their hopes and dreams. And if this year follows suit, the Tigers gymnasium that has witnessed so much history of the past, will witness a new chapter this year in Charleston Tigers championship play.
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