Sports

Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Oscar Page of Hiwassee Dam runs in the first cross-country meet of the season at Tri-County Early College in Peachtree on Aug. 23.

Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Oscar Page of Hiwassee Dam runs in the first cross-country meet of the season at Tri-County Early College in Peachtree on Aug. 23.

Andrews wins cross-country season debut

Cannon Crompton
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Body Eagles’ Page goes back-to-back with individual race win
Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com The Murphy and Andrews varsity football teams line up during their game last season on Oct. 25, 2024. Read more in the special Pigskin Preview section inside.

Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com The Murphy and Andrews varsity football teams line up during their game last season on Oct. 25, 2024. Read more in the special Pigskin Preview section inside.

Smoky Mountain Conference football not for the weak of heart

News Staff
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Body There’s a reason a mention of Smoky Mountain Conference football sends shivers down the spines of opponents far and wide – the reputation of the division speaks for itself.
Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Bulldogs running back Cameron Clem celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Franklin on Friday night.

Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Bulldogs running back Cameron Clem celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Franklin on Friday night.

Murphy Bulldogs flatline Franklin on football field

Cannon Crompton
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Body Cullowhee – Heading into the fourth quarter, the Murphy varsity football team was trailing by nine points.