Bryson City - The Lady Devils played a strong 2nd half Thursday, but ended up falling short in their comeback bid against visiting Franklin. At the half Franklin led 25-24, then Swain took control in the 3rd period building a 6 point lead. Franklin stormed back taking the lead again in the fourth. Down the stretch Swain's furious comeback bid … [Read more...]
Lady Devils Defense Leads to SMC Win Over Rosman
Bryson City - The Lady Devils got down right defensive in their home opener on Friday. Swain limited Rosman to 11 first half points while scoring 34 of their own. Swain never looked back, taking a 66-29 Smoky Mountain Conference win over Rosman. Swain forced 40 turnovers on the defensive side. Lynsey Hicks and Grace Cabe paced Swain with a … [Read more...]
Cold 2nd Half Dooms Lady Devils
Bryson City - Swain held a slim 29-27 lead at the half Saturday, but a torrid 3rd quarter by Mitchell combined with an ice cold 3rd by the Lady Devils spelled doom, as Mitchell pulled away for 66-43 win. Mitchell outscored Swain 26-9 in the 3rd period to pull away. It was the second game in two nights for the Lady Devils. Taylor Medlin paced … [Read more...]
Lady Devils Honor Senior Players Prior to Blue Ridge Match
Bryson City - The Lady Devils held a ceremony prior to Tuesdays match with Blue Ridge to honor their four retiring seniors. Seniors Gabby Jones, Taylor Medlin, Ashley Winchester, and Emma Blythe were recognized and presented with gifts in thanks for their service and example that they have set playing volleyball. In the match itself, the Lady … [Read more...]
2nd Qtr Dooms Lady Devils In Season Final
Bryson City - If you take away the second quarter the Lady Devils played Andrews point for point, but unfortunately the second quarter counts, and in it the Wildcats outscored Swain 23-8. Andrews used that 8 minute run to take a 53-46 SMC win over Swain, in what was the regular season final for both teams. Karie Jones and Lynsey Hicks led Swain … [Read more...]