May 10, 2026
Sports
Chapel Hill locals primed for Vol State 500k
By CHRIS SIERS csiers@bedfordcountypost.com Distance running requires a different breed of athlete. Even within distance running, there’s the casual 5k runner—and then there’s the runner… Login to continue reading Login…
Former Lady Rocket headed to UT-Southern
By CHRIS SIERS csiers@bedfordcountypost.com There’s no doubt that being on the recruiting trail of any sport can be stressful for any graduating high school senior.… Login to continue reading Login…
Whitwell Boys Basketball Hires Chad Billingsley as New Head Coach
HUNTER COOKSTON Writer The Whitwell High School boys basketball team has struggled to find wins over the past two seasons, leading to coaching changes in… Login to continue reading Login…
South Pittsburg Standout JR Hardrick Commits to ACC Powerhouse Clemson
HUNTER COOKSTON Writer The South Pittsburg football program has seen elite talent come through its ranks—especially in recent seasons—and last Thursday was no exception. JR… Login to continue reading Login…
Rockets’ historic run leads to 1st ever state appearance
By CHRIS SIERS csiers@bedfordcountypost.com Entering the 2025 spring season, Forrest soccer head coach Jason Ellis knew his team could be special. Before the season, the… Login to continue reading Login…
That’s a wrap on 2024-2025…
I’ve been doing working sports beats for about 15 years now and come September of this year, will mark my 14th year living in Tennessee.… Login to continue reading Login…
Whitwell Baseball Remarkable Season Comes to a Close in the TSSAA Spring Fling
HUNTER COOKSTON Writer The Whitwell Tigers baseball team has had a remarkable season, winning the Regular Season District Championship, District Tournament Championship, Region Championship, and… Login to continue reading Login…
Lady Rockets’ run ends on Day 2 of state tourney
By CHRIS SIERS csiers@bedfordcountypost.com MURFREESBORO— After falling by a single run to Alcoa in the 2025 Class 2A state opener, the Forrest Lady Rockets found… Login to continue reading Login…
Rockets’ road ends in state semifinals
By CHRIS SIERS csiers@bedfordcountypost.com SMYRNA — All season long, Forrest head coach Andy Burkett challenged his team to be “different.” Led by his senior class,… Login to continue reading Login…
South Pittsburg Softball Wins Region Championship
HUNTER COOKSTON Writer The South Pittsburg Lady Pirates were just one win away from sweeping Whitwell for the year. Their first victory secured the regular… Login to continue reading Login…