Mitchell football

Mountaineers ride rushing attack to convincing conference win

LEDGER — Powered by more than 350 rushing yards, the Mitchell High varsity football team improved to 3-0 Friday, March 12 with a 42-14 win over visiting Owen. The game was the first of five Western Highlands Conference contests for Mitchell this regular season.

Mountaineers corral Mustangs

SYLVA — Week 2 was a tale of two halves for the Mitchell High varsity football team, which won 26-14 at Smoky Mountain thanks to a strong second half.

Mountaineers prepare for stout opening week challenge

LEDGER — The Mitchell High varsity football team will welcome a tough opponent to Ledger for the 2021 regular season opener on Friday, Feb. 26.  Statesville High, a 3A program that competes in the North Piedmont 3A conference, comes calling in Week 1.