Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford High School Buccaneers boys basketball team is sporting a new face on its sidelines. Marcel Thomas is the new coach for the team, and he is fully…
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Trojans suffer two losses to Madison
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Dec. 13, the Hamilton County Trojans hosted the Madison County Cowboys and Cowgirls for a basketball showdown. First the Cowgirls faced down the Trojans. The first quarter…
Suwannee High School hosts annual Power of Christmas weightlifting meet
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com “ This was by far the most competitive meet I’ve ever seen,” Dan Marsee said when talking about Suwannee High School’s (SHS) annual Power of Christmas weightlifting event. Twenty-four…
Hornets sting Buccaneers in double rivalry victory
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Dec. 7, the Hornets hosted their rivals, the Branford Buccaneers, for two basketball showdowns. The evening first began with the girls’ game at 6:30 p.m. The first…
Bulldogs take two victories over the Trojans
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Dec. 7, the Suwannee County High School Bulldogs played host to the Hamilton County Trojans for two different basketball games. The first team to step onto the…
Ninth Annual Steve Claffey Memorial Game coming soon
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Dec. 27 and Saturday, Dec. 29, the community will join together to honor the memory of Suwannee Middle School Coach Steve Claffey, who passed away from colon…
Mayo Rec Soccer sign-ups are now open
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Mayo Rec Soccer sign-ups are officially open. Every year, Mayo hosts its recreational soccer season throughout the late winter and early spring. This popular organization is seeing some new…
BHS athletes commit on National Signing Day
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Three Branford High School (BHS) Buccaneers celebrated a significant milestone on National Signing Day as they committed to continuing their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level. The…
Bulldogs sprint to the state championship
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Bulldogs have had a great success in their athletics department this school year. They have earned themselves a state bid for golf. Their football team had one of…
Bulldogs golf performs at state competition
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, Nov. 4, the Suwannee High School (SHS) Bulldogs hosted the Boys 2A Region 1 golf tournament at The Country Club in Lake City. A total of 22…
Area teams vying for state title
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com With the 2024 regular football season behind us, several area teams have their sights set on a coveted state title. The state playoffs for the varsity football season begin…
Hamilton County High School takes football victory amidst high school festivities
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Oct. 11, the Hamilton County High School Trojans hosted the Hilliard Red Flashes on the gridiron. While every football game is a highlight, the night was super…
Hornets swarm Buccaneers with 40-7 win
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Lafayette High School Hornets (2-4) soared to a decisive 40-7 victory over the Branford High School Buccaneers (4-2) in the highly anticipated Battle for the Helmet on Monday,…
Bulldogs excel at Alligator Lake Invitational
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 5, the Bulldogs’ cross country team traveled to Lake City for the Alligator Lake Invitational. This annual invitational is a highlight for the Bulldogs, and this…
Bulldogs golf continues to show their prowess
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, Oct. 14, the Bulldogs’ boys’ golf team took a trip to The Country Club at Lake City to face off against Ponte Vedra, Fleming Island, St. Augustine,…
Bullpups claim SMAC Champions title
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee Middle School (SMS) Bullpups volleyball team cemented their dominance in the Suwannee Middle Athletic Conference (SMAC) by claiming the championship title on Thursday, Oct. 17, after a…