Marshall County Tribune

Haylee Hobby picked up the win on Tuesday afternoon at Page.

FRANKLIN — There was plenty of offense to go around as the Marshall County Tigerettes teed off on Page pitcher Shelby Buffington for 11 hits.The Tigerettes capitalized on the offensive outburst … more

Staff Report | 4/14/22

Sports Editor Chris Siers sits by the railing on a recent cruise trip to the Southern Caribbean.

See the world while you can

Anyone who knows me, knows I’ve done my fair share of traveling in the past several months.One thing I’ve always been told is to travel while you can. Money will return, but time never … more

By Chris Siers ~ sports@t-g.com | 4/7/22

Shirley and Michael Minor, the parents of former Forrest High School athlete and Cincinnati Reds pitcher Mike Minor, cut the ribbon at the opening ceremonies.

DREAM BECOMES REALITY AS COMPLEX OPENS

CHAPEL HILL — What started as an idea on a back porch became a reality Friday night as a large crowd gathered for the dedication of the Mike Minor Sports Complex in Chapel Hill.The complex, … more

By Rickey Clardy ~ Sports Writer | 4/7/22

Braden Bowyer watches a pitch and walks in his at-bat for the Rockets.

Rockets use middle innings to beat Vikings

UNIONVILLE — The Forrest Rockets fell behind early to the Community Vikings before coming back with nine runs in the middle innings as the Rockets defeated the Vikings 11-5 in a District 7-AA … more

By Rickey Clardy ~ Sports Writer | 4/7/22

Second baseman Courtney Lynch fires the throw to first baseman Mallory Woodward for the out.

Tigerettes slip late vs. Giles Co.

The Marshall County Tigerettes got a great start from Haylee Hobby, but couldn’t get the needed offense to back her and fell, 3-1 on Monday night.“I thought Haylee did a really nice job … more

By Chris Siers ~ sports@t-g.com | 4/5/22

Tristan Griggs puts the Tigers on the board after crushing a solo-homer to dead center field on Monday night in Lewisburg.

Tigers out-duel Spring Hill in dandy

With a handful of injuries to key players, Marshall County coach Mike “Monk” Reese has leaned on the depth in the pitching rotation to deliver.Over the last week, it’s been the … more

4/5/22

Austin Lampley signs his letter of intent to continue his college career at LeMoyne-Owen.

Rockets’ Lampley makes college choice

Austin Lampley has made the most of his opportunities on the mound for the Forrest Rockets.After having the 2020 season cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lampley made several appearances during … more

By Chris Siers ~ sports@t-g.com | 3/24/22

Peyton Cherry worked 2 2/3 innings in relief after entering the game in the second inning against Cascade on Monday.

Cornersville falls at Cascade

BELL BUCKLE — The Cornersville Bulldogs struggled to solve Cascade pitcher Sawyer Lovvorn in a 10-0 non-district loss on Monday.Lovvorn went the distance for the Champs and pitched a complete … more

By Chris Siers ~ sports@t-g.com | 3/24/22

Tigerettes pick up big win on 2nd day of Classic

GULF SHORES, Ala. — During the Gulf Shores Classic, the Marshall County Tigerettes were slated against some of the top schools in the state of Alabama. While Monday afternoon proved to be a … more

Staff Report | 3/24/22

Austin Lampley delivers a pitch while working in relief against Giles County on Monday night.

Giles Co. edges Forrest in extras

CHAPEL HILL — The Forrest Rockets (2-2) went through a rollercoaster during Monday night’s non-district tilt against Giles County.After capturing an early lead against the Bobcats, … more

By Chris Siers ~ sports@t-g.com | 3/22/22

The Lady Rockets are all smiles as they get ready to play their home opener Thursday night.

LOCKED AND RE-LOADED

CHAPEL HILL — The Forrest Lady Rockets don’t rebuild, they reload. After losing seven seniors from the Class 2-A back-to-back state title team, Forrest saw the return of many … more

By Anthony S. Puca ~ Sports Writer | 3/18/22

Tristan Griggs catches a high five from coach Mike “Monk” Reese as he rounds third base after mashing a two-run homer to start the Tigers off on Tuesday afternoon.

Tigers’ offense clicking in hot start

LEWISBURG — An early spark and a seven-run fifth-inning helped the Marshall County Tigers shrug off the visiting Wayne County Wildcats on Tuesday night in a 12-5 victory.Tristan Griggs got the … more

By Chris Siers ~ sports@t-g.com | 3/17/22

Gavin Grissom (8) of the Rockets drills the ball away from a group of players.

Vikings, Rockets battle to tie in district opener

CHAPEL HILL — The Community Vikings and Forrest Rockets battled for 80 minutes in a hard-fought, physical matchup Tuesday night, and in the end neither team could connect on the go-ahead goal … more

By Rickey Clardy ~ Sports Writer | 3/17/22

Junior Julie Williams started off the 2022 campaign with a complete game victory in the circle at Oakland Tuesday night.

Lady Rockets outlast Oakland in season opener

The four-time and defending state champion Forrest Lady Rockets picked up where they left off last season, coming away with a close 5-3 win at Oakland in Tuesday night’s season opener. Junior … more

Anthony S. Puca Sports Writer | 3/16/22

Brennan Mealer tossed four innings of no-hit baseball Tuesday night at Chapel Hill as the Rockets finished off a season opening two-game sweep over Mt. Pleasant.

No-hitter caps off Rockets sweep to start 2022 campaign

The Forrest Rockets opened the 2022 season in style, sweeping Mt. Pleasant in a pair of 14-0 run-rule wins on Monday at Maury County and Tuesday at Chapel Hill. After Preston Gentry tossed a … more

By Anthony S. Puca Sports Writer | 3/15/22

Rockets thump Mt. Pleasant in season debut

Mt. PLEASANT — After a slow stat in Monday afternoon’s season opener at Mt. Pleasant, the Forrest Rockets got the offensive wheels turning in the final three innings and beat the Tigers, … more