Category Archives: Sports
5K run held to benefit Pickens High athletics
The Red, White & Blue Flame 5k was a success on June 24 on the campus of Pickens High School, with proceeds benefiting PHS athletics. The race directors would like to thank the sponsors, participants, volunteers and assistance from the Pickens police and fire departments. Pictured at left are female first-place finisher Marlee Dysart (22:27) and second-place Lauren Green. Not pictured is third-place finisher Emma Kutilek (25:50). Pictured at right are first-place male finisher Sam Sanneman (18:22), second-place Chase Ashe (18:57) and third-place Adam Ellis (19:32). The Red, White & Blue Flame 5k will return next year on June 22, 2024.
Marcell named Liberty boys’ basketball coach
LIBERTY — Less than a month after Jonathan Dilworth stepped down as Liberty High boys’ basketball coach to become the school’s athletic 
director, the Red Devils have found his replacement leading the hoops program.
According to a press release from the school, Brenden Marcell has been
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Staton tabbed to lead Easley High School softball program
By Bru Nimmons
Staff Reporter
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — A little over a month after finishing their season, Easley High School has announced Rebecca Staton as its new head softball 
coach.
“We are extremely lucky and excited to be able to hire an experienced winner like Coach Staton to take the lead of our softball program,” Easley athletic director Gill Payne said. “Easley Softball is known for excellence and to be able to add a coach with 10 years of experience at both the
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Let’s talk Pickens Parks and Rec
Fall Soccer and Volleyball registrations are in full swing. Come by the Rec Dept, Scan the QR code or call us for more information.
“You’ll never know what you’re capable of until you take that first step and just go for it.” — Natasha Hastings
Registration for both soccer and volleyball runs through June 19th.
Let’s talk Pickens Parks and Rec is a new column from Pickens Parks and Recreation director Jonathon Morris. He can be reached at (864) 878-2296.
Rogers scholarship golf tournament successful for 19th consecutive year
PICKENS — Twelve teams participated in the 19th annual Charles F. Rogers Scholarship Award Golf Tournament held at The Rock Golf Club and Resort on June 10, 2023.
The event, which is held annually, raised money for scholarships that will be awarded to Pickens High School basketball team members who plan to further their education. A senior from the varsity girls team as well as a senior from the
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Legion Post 52 off to hot start
EASLEY — The American Legion Post 52 baseball team began its new season last Wednesday night with a 13-12 come-from-behind walk-off win over Asheville Post 70.
Easley struggled last season, failing to win a game. New coach Jonathan Hall recruited through social media, attracting some of the area’s finest players as he hopes to restore the team to the glory days of years ago and prove that American
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Dilworth named LHS athletic director
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
LIBERTY — Following the resignation of athletic director Hal McManus last month, Liberty High School has selected a familiar face to fill the role.
According to a statement released by the school, Jonathan Dilworth has been selected as Liberty’s next athletic director.
“I’m extremely excited for this opportunity to be the next Liberty High School athletic director,” Dilworth said. “I’m ready to help lead our
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Rogers golf tourney planned for Saturday
PICKENS — The 19th annual Charles F. Rogers Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament is scheduled for this Saturday, June 10.
The tournament, which annually benefits a male and female senior basketball player from
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Blue Flame show off new offensive scheme in first spring under Reynolds
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — Following an offseason of change, the Pickens community got its first look at the Pickens High School football team under first-year head coach James Reynolds during the Blue Flame’s annual spring game May 23.
With so much turnover as Reynolds has revamped things early on in his tenure, the Blue Flame’s new leader was just proud of how the team
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Durrah happy with Easley’s spring efforts
By Eugene Jolley
Courier Sports
news@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — The Easley Green Wave capped off spring practice with an exciting spring game May 19, won by the Green team (defense), 51-43.
“I thought it was a pretty good day,” Easley coach Jordan Durrah said. “I thought we were able to run the football. I thought we were able to 
stop the run. There were a lot of explosive plays. The defense did a really good job of creating negative plays. It was good to see tackles for loss and some sacks, and that is
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