Photos by Sam Jokich/Staff Correspondent Top photo: Murphy High School held its annual girls basketball camp June 23-24 for aspiring Lady Bulldogs. Former Murphy girls basketball head coach Ray Gutierrez tells the campers what’s next for the day.
Lexi Cook practices her dribbling skills.
Rylei Howard had a blast at the camp.
This camper is worn out.
Photos by Justin Fitzgerald/sports@cherokeescout.com It was fun for everyone at the first-ever Hiwassee Dam baseball skills camp June 28-30. Roman Swain hustles down the first-base line.
Photos by Justin Fitzgerald/sports@cherokeescout.com Dozens of campers braved the hottest days of the year during Murphy Soccer Camp from June 13-15 at the soccer fields behind Lowe’s. Kids age 5-14 worked on their basic skills, while also scrimmaging to see how they matched up against fellow campers. Top photo: Jax Firebaugh puts his whole body into a corner kick during Murphy soccer camp on June 13.
Zeke Payne (right) and Lane Clonts (left) both work to find the perfect swing.
Zeke Payne (right) and Lane Clonts (left) both work to find the perfect swing.
Hadley Rider puts her best foot forward during a passing drill at Murphy soccer camp on June 13.
