Robbinsville - Swain's Corbin Wildcatt went into the James Orr Classic this past weekend unranked in the state despite a 22-2 overall record. Wildcatt made a strong statement, taking first place in the 285 pound weight class. He defeated his first two opponents by pinfall, and then took a 10-5 decision over the Avery County heavyweight to take … [Read more...]
Maroon Devil Wrestling Has 4 State Ranked Wrestlers
Bryson City - Individual rankings released this week for wrestlers in each weight class and each classification included 3 Swain wrestlers, and one glaring omission. Craig Cutshaw is the highest ranked Maroon Devil. The senior comes in at 3rd in the state in the 220 pound weight class. Cutshaw has a 24-5 overall record on the season. Chris … [Read more...]
Wildcatt & Miller Take Top Honors at Saunooke Tournament
Cherokee - Last weekend the Maroon Devil wrestlers took part in the Osley B. Saunooke tournament in Cherokee. This tournament is always a big deal and features teams from all over the state. As a team the Devils took third behind Pisgah and McDowell. Swain's Corbin Wildcatt and Chris Miller came away with top honors in their weight class. Nate … [Read more...]
Devils Drop Braves 3-0 to Open SMC Play
Bryson City - Our Maroon Devils started the season with three tough losses against the 2As Tuscola (away), Tallulah Falls (home), and Brevard (away). Their original goalie, junior Brody Randell, sustained a serious injury in the last game and could possibly be out for the season. With their fourth game/first conference game of the season the … [Read more...]
Maroon Devils in 3rd After 1st Round of SMC Championships
Murphy - The Maroon Devil golf team is currently in 3rd place after completion of the 1st round of the SMC Championships held at Cherokee Hills in Murphy. Monday's final round will be hosted by Blue Ridge. Swain scoring went as follows - Grant Shuler 78, Jack Cornblum 84, Billy Manley 91, Jake Frizzell 102, Cameron Hampton 105, and Will Ogle … [Read more...]