Clintwood sophomore Austin Dotson was eager to make a statement Saturday at Ralph Cummins Stadium. It was all about a rich tradition.

It was an encore performance by Lebanon. It has been an up and down season for the defending Region D, Division 2 champion Lebanon Pioneers (7-4). But they will be back in the finals after a 30-6 win over J.J. Kelly on a beautiful Saturday afternoon at Tommy Bryant Stadium. The two teams had also met in the semifinals last year, with the Pioneers winning 35-32.

A playoff football team has one goal this time of year – win and advance.

Touchdown Friday Night

The Richlands High School football program has long been associated with powerful linemen, gritty running backs, accurate quarterbacks and perceptive coaching.

They always tell you it isn’t easy.

Touchdown Friday Night

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It was a shootout with offensive explosions from both teams Friday, but Thomas Walker was able to hold on for a 51-41 win over visiting St. Paul.

Defense ruled, and it ruled in favor of Haysi.