This marks the third consecutive year that three teams from the Dogwood advanced to postseason play. Each year, both Gretna and Appomattox advanced in Division 2, and Altavista replaces William Campbell as the Dogwood representative in Division 1.

HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) — Chad Knaus was clearly distracted as he leaned against a cart during a casual conversation before last week’s race in Phoenix. His eyes darted around, finally settling on an aerosol can and a box of towels.

Chelsea Shine received a perfect birthday present from her teammates: the basketball.

Chelsea Shine received a perfect birthday present from her teammates: the basketball.

Averett senior linebacker and former Tunstall High standout Mario Huffman was selected to the USA South All-Conference football first team for the second consecutive year, leading 11 Averett players on the all-conference teams after the Cougars finished second in the USA South with a 7-3 record.