Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Thomas Sumter's Matthew Hawkins celebrates breaking the school record in the high jump on his way to a SCISA A/AA state championship on Saturday at Porter-Gaud.

Thomas Sumter track has three state champs; boys finish 3rd, girls 4th

Clarendon Hall's Brock Mathis delivers during the Saints' 4-3 win over Wilson Hall on Thursday. Mathis pitched a complete game and drove in the game-winning run in the eighth.

Clarendon Hall baseball outlasts Wilson Hall for 4-3 win in extras

The Wilson Hall girls track team poses for a photo after winning the Region II-3A title on Wednesday.

Wilson Hall track teams win region titles, LMA and TSA finish third in region meets

Sumter High's Nicole Wells had two top-three finishes at the Coaches Classic Elite Meet on Saturday.

Wells shines as Sumter, Wilson Hall, TSA runs at Coaches Classic Elite

The Lakewood baseball team will host Marlboro County on Wednesday with a chance to win Region VI-3A.

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Lakewood baseball's shot at another region title highlights 5 Things to Watch This Week

Wilson Hall boys, girls track teams win Sumter County Championships, Gamecocks take second in both

Friday, April 15

Sumter High played host to the annual Sumter County Track and Field Championships on Wednesday. Wilson Hall had an excellent showing across the board, winning both the boys and girls team titles. Sumter High finished second in each. The Wilson …

PHOTOS Sumter High track hosts annual Sumter County Championships

Thursday, April 14

The Sumter High track and field team hosted the annual Sumter County Championships on Wednesday. Wilson Hall won both the boys and girls divisions, while the Gamecocks placed second in each.

Local SCISA baseball highlights 5 Things to Watch This Week

Friday, April 1

1. LAURENCE MANNING, WILSON HALL BASEBALL MEETThe Laurence Manning and Wilson Hall baseball teams will meet twice this week in crucial region games. The Barons will serve as the home team on Tuesday …

Distelzweig shines as Thomas Sumter archery shoots at state

Friday, April 1

The state archery tournament is back in person, as archers from across South Carolina flocked to Sumter this week for the various levels of competition. Thomas Sumter Academy head coach Mac McLeod knew his archers were excited to be back in …

Sumter softball finds the longball in win over St. James

Tuesday, March 29

The Sumter softball team found its power stroke on Friday, going deep twice in an 8-5 win over St. James. After previously falling to St. James in a pitcher's dual on Tuesday, the bats came to life on Friday. After St. James scored in the bottom …

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Thomas Sumter strikes early to take down Lee in region matchup

The Thomas Sumter baseball team used a big first inning to take down Lee Academy for a 9-3 region victory on Tuesday. The Generals put up four runs in the first inning to take an early lead. Lee Academy responded with two in the third, but TSA …

PHOTOS: Thomas Sumter beats Lee in region matchup

The Thomas Sumter baseball team earned a region victory over Lee Academy on Tuesday. Here's a look at the action courtesy of Item sports contributor Nich Pitts.

AREA ROUNDUP: Wilson Hall girls finish first at Gamecock Invitational

Sumter High hosted the Gamecock Invitational on Saturday, welcoming a total of nine schools to compete in the annual meet. Wilson Hall won the girl's portion of the meet comfortably, collecting 197 team points. South Florence finished second with …

Sumter High's annual Magnolia Invitational highlights 5 Things to Watch This Week

1. SUMTER GOLF HOSTS MAGNOLIA INVITATIONALThe Sumter High golf team will host the 20th-annual Magnolia Invitational on Monday at Tuesday at Beech Creek Golf Club. Locally, East Clarendon will also …

Former Sumter High wrestler Corbett finishes 6th at DII National Championship

Former Sumter High wrestler Majid Corbett took part in the Division II National Wrestling Championships in St. Louis over the weekend. After a strong run through the first day to earn All-American status, the Limestone Saint stumbled on the second …

Thomas Sumter's Hawkins signs at USC-Beaufort for track and field

When Matthew Hawkins first stepped foot on the campus of Thomas Sumter two years ago, track and field wasn't on his radar. He was focused on basketball, where he shined for the Generals, earning all-region honors. Then one day track and field …

PHOTOS: Thomas Sumter basketball takes down Lee

Thomas Sumter Academy traveled to Lee Academy on Thursday and completed their season sweep of the Cavaliers on Thursday. Here's a look at the action courtesy of Item Sports Contributor Nich Pitts.

PHOTOS: Thomas Sumter basketball sweeps Lee Academy

The Thomas Sumter basketball teams swept Lee Academy on Wednesday. The boys won 62-22, while the girls won 45-31. Here's a look at the action courtesy of The Item's Cal Cary.

PHOTOS: Laurence Manning and Thomas Sumter split in Baron Classic

Laurence Manning Academy and Thomas Sumter Academy met in the Baron Classic on Saturday. The Lady Generals earned the victory in the girls game, while the Swampcats took home the win in the boys …

PHOTOS: Wilson Hall and Thomas Sumter meet in Baron Classic

Wilson Hall and Thomas Sumter faced off in the Baron Classic on Friday with Wilson Hall coming away with wins in both the boys and girls games. Here's a look at the action courtesy of The Item's Cal …

PHOTOS: Wilson Hall outlasts Thomas Sumter football in overtime

Thomas Sumter played host to Wilson Hall on Friday with the Barons coming away with a 28-27 overtime victory. Here's a look at the matchup courtesy of The Item's Tim Leible.

PHOTOS: Wilson Hall, Sumter High, Lee Academy, Thomas Sumter play in Baron Bash

Wilson Hall hosted its annual Baron Bash volleyball tournament with Sumter High, Lee Academy and Thomas Sumter among the 18 teams playing on Saturday. Here's a look at the local action courtesy of …

PHOTOS: Thomas Sumter Academy football takes down The King's Academy

The Thomas Sumter football team began its season with a dominant 49-7 win over The King's Academy on Friday. Here's a look at the action courtesy of The Item's Tim Leible.

PHOTOS: Sumter hosts Manning and Thomas Sumter for track meet

The Sumter track team hosted Manning and Thomas Sumter for a meet on Wednesday. Here's a look at the action courtesy of The Item's Micah Green.

PHOTOS: Thomas Sumter falls to Pee Dee in SCISA playoffs

The Thomas Sumter football team fell to Pee Dee after going cold in the second half on Saturday. Here's a look at the action with the Generals courtesy of The Item's Tim Leible.

PHOTOS: Thomas Sumter boys and girls hoops fall to Orangeburg Prep

The Thomas Sumter boys and girls basketball teams opened region play on Tuesday against Orangeburg Prep. Take a look at the action through the lens of The Item's Tim Leible.

PHOTOS: Wilson Hall boys take down Thomas Sumter in Baron Classic

The Wilson Hall boys basketball team beat Thomas Sumter 66-24 in the Baron Classic on Friday night. Here's a look at the action courtesy of The Item's Tim Leible.

PHOTOS: Thomas Sumter falls to Carolina Academy

The Thomas Sumter football team fell to Carolina Academy 42-6 on Friday. Here's a look at the action through the lens of The Item's Tim Leible.

PHOTOS: Thomas Sumter gears up for first game

The Thomas Sumter was forced inside due to weather on Monday, as they prepare to open their season against King's Academy on Friday. Take a look at the Generals working on the final details through …

Photos: Sumter hosts track meet featuring Crestwood, Lakewood, East Clarendon and Thomas Sumter

In what will be one of the last sporting events for the forseeable future, Sumter hosted their first track meet of the season on Saturday. Other local schools included Lakewood, Crestwood, East …