Bryson City - Thursday night the Maroon Devil wrestling team flexed their muscles, and did so in a big way. Swain dominated visiting Murphy taking an 82-0 shutout win. The Devils got 7 pins, 6 forfeits and a major decision in racking up their 82 points. In addition to the 14 matches in regulation the two teams also squared off in 3 exhibition … [Read more...]
6 Maroon Devils Tabbed as All SMC; Blankenship Co-Coach of the Year
Bryson City - The Maroon Devils wrapped up their football season a couple of weeks ago, but just this week learned that several players have been honored by the Smoky Mountain Conference. Along with that head coach Neil Blankenship was named the Smoky Mountain Conference Co-Coach of the Year, along with David Gentry (Murphy) and Kent Briggs … [Read more...]
Maroon Devils Take Thrilling 24-21 Win Over Robbinsville
Robbinsville - The Maroon Devils won their 4th straight last Friday night, this one in dramatic fashion. For the second straight week the Maroon Devils took a clutch conference win on the strength of a field goal. Friday the Devils and Knights looked as though they were headed for overtime, as Robbinsville tied the game at 21 on an Ian Wiggins … [Read more...]
Maroon Devils Stun the Bulldogs With 29-27 SMC Win
Bryson City - This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Maroon Devils shocking 27-23 win over Murphy in 1987. While Friday's upset doesn't quite live up to the '87 one, it certainly belongs up there as far as shocking upsets go. Murphy entered Friday's contest ranked 9th (Maxpreps) in the state 1A and as the defending State Champion, with their … [Read more...]
Maroon Devils Ride Strong Defensive Effort to 49-14 Win
Rosman - The Maroon Devils built an early lead and then rode a strong performance from their defense to a 49-14 win over Rosman on Friday. Swain gave up 254 yards of offense to the Tigers, but kept them out of the endzone. On the offensive end the Devils doubled up the Tigers with nearly 500 yards of total offense, including a season high 418 … [Read more...]