Saline River News

Star City Tennis Secures Two District 8-4A Championships

Star City Tennis Secures Two District 8-4A Championships

STAR CITY, Ark. – The Star City High School Bulldog Tennis Team celebrated multiple victories at the District 8-4A Championship this week, with standout performances from their athletes. Zander Gibson triumphed in a thrilling boys’ singles match against Judah Ray from Magnolia, earning the title of District 8-4A Champion. His marathon match victory contributed to…

Lumberjack Tennis Qualifies Three Players for State Tournament

Lumberjack Tennis Qualifies Three Players for State Tournament

MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjack Tennis team competed in the district tournament yesterday in Monticello, with several standout performances leading to three players advancing to the state tournament. Coach Micah Richey expressed pride in his team’s efforts throughout the day. “The players knew how important it was to start off hot and with a…

Union Bank and Trust Saline River Shootout Rivalry Between Warren and Monticello Set for Friday

Union Bank and Trust Saline River Shootout Rivalry Between Warren and Monticello Set for Friday

WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks and Monticello Billies are set to clash once again in the Union Bank and Trust Saline River Shootout this Friday, October 4, 2024, at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. The Union Bank and Trust Saline River Shootout has been one of the most anticipated…

Arkansas MBB to Have Tip-Off Tour in Hot Springs and Pine Bluff

FAYETTEVILLE – In an effort to live up to promises made by Arkansas head coach John Calipari’s during his introductory press conference, the Razorback men’s basketball program will hold events – dubbed “The Tip-Off Tour” – at Hot Springs’ Bank OZK Arena (Oct. 12 – Saturday – 4 pm start) and Pine Bluff’s Convention Center (Oct.…

Jacks’ Running Game Gives Warren Boost on the Road to Start Conference Play at DeWitt

Jacks’ Running Game Gives Warren Boost on the Road to Start Conference Play at DeWitt

DeWitt, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks opened their 8-4A Conference schedule with a hard-fought 36-22 win over the DeWitt Dragons in a week four matchup, battling through the rain and remnants of Hurricane Helene Friday night, September 27. Warren took an early lead thanks to a DeWitt miscue on a bad snap, resulting in a…

Billies Hold Off Lions for Thrilling Conference Opening Victory

MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Monticello Billies kicked off their 2024 8-4A Conference campaign with a thrilling 35-32 victory over the Hamburg Lions on Friday night. Monticello running back Joseph Accelus opened the scoring with 9:10 to go in the first quarter, breaking loose for a 28-yard touchdown. Initially appearing to be down after landing on…

Lakeside Falls to Dumas 28-6

Lakeside Falls to Dumas 28-6

DUMAS, Ark. – The Dumas Bobcats broke their 10-quarter scoring drought and secured a 28-6 victory over the Lakeside Beavers in their 8-3A Conference opener Friday night, celebrating Homecoming in style. After a scoreless first quarter, the Bobcats’ offense came alive in the second when quarterback Darnail Walker connected with Marcus Kilgore, Jr. for a…

Central High(Helena) Stuns Stuttgart in 18-17 Nailbiter

WEST HELENA, Ark. – In a thrilling 8-4A Conference opener, the Central (Helena) Cougars pulled off a stunning upset over the Stuttgart Ricebirds, securing an 18-17 victory Friday night on their home turf. The Cougars’ late-game heroics spoiled what had been a hard-fought battle for Stuttgart, handing the Ricebirds their first conference loss of the…

Star City Stays Perfect with a High-Scoring Win on the Road at Crossett

Star City Stays Perfect with a High-Scoring Win on the Road at Crossett

CROSSETT, Ark. – The Star City Bulldogs continued their unbeaten streak to move to 4-0 on the season with a commanding 46-0 shutout victory over the Crossett Eagles on the road Friday night. Star City wasted no time, with Peyton Taylor opening the scoring with a short touchdown rush in the first quarter. A successful…

UAM Volleyball Falters at Ouachita Baptist

ARKADELPHIA, Ark. – The Arkansas-Monticello Blossoms (4-8, 0-2) fell to the Ouachita Baptist Tigers (9-5, 1-2) by a final score of 3-1 (25-23, 14-25, 13-25, 12-25) on Thursday, at the Sturgis Physical Education Center. Article by uamsports.com Set 1Arkansas-Monticello opened the first set matched, 7-7, with Ouachita. The Tigers eventually broke the tie, taking a 12-10 lead…

Warren Tennis Prepares for District Tournament Following Monticello Conference Match

MONTICELLO, Ark. – Warren High School Tennis recently traveled to Monticello for their final conference match of the season, facing a tough competition where they secured one ranked win. Despite the struggles, the team is now focused on preparing for the district tournament set to take place on October 3rd in Monticello. The highlight of…

UAM Athletics Announce 2024 Hall of Fame Spirit Award Winner

MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello Athletics Department announced Shellye Byrd, Head Athletic Trainer for the Boll Weevils and Cotton Blossoms, as the 2024 recipient of the Spirit Award, presented annually at the Athletics Hall of Fame Banquet. Introduced in 2006 – The UAM Spirit Award is given to individuals who show exceptional support…

Weevils Basketball Brings on Aidan Dawson as New Assistant Coach

MONTICELLO, Ark. –  Arkansas-Monticellos Head Men’s Basketball Coach Chad Tapp announced hiring University of North Texas alum Aidan Dawson as the newest member of the Weevils coaching staff. Dawson will join the Weevils this Fall after spending two years as the Scouting, Video, and Analytics Assistant Coordinator for the University of North Texas Men’s Basketball team. While working with the Mean…

Ball Named to Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Award Watch List

DALLAS – Arkansas defensive lineman Cameron Ball was one of 52 FBS players named to the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Award Watch List, signifying exemplary leadership by a college player. The award, presented by Albertsons and Tom Thumb, is the first college football honor to focus primarily on a player’s leadership, both on…