Newland - On top of a banner season the Maroon Devil wrestling team had another great showing, this time sending a school record 7 wrestlers to the NCHSAA State Championships this coming weekend. Swain wrestlers who qualified included - Mac Long (120), Sam Everhardt (145), Cody Long (170), Cyle Ponchot (182), Jake Langston (195), Will Paul (220) … [Read more...]
Devils Dominate Dogs in 82-0 Win
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...]
Will Paul Named 2nd Team All WNC
Asheville - Swain senior Will Paul has been named to the 2nd team Asheville Citizen-Times All WNC Football Squad. Paul was tabbed as a defensive player on the 2nd team. The annual Citizen-Times All WNC Teams is comprised of the best players from WNC and is selected from all classifications of schools. Paul finished with 87 tackles, including 7 … [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...]