By Thomas Grant, Jr. Special to The Northeast News The University of South Carolina women’s basketball team will not have the services of junior forward Ashlyn Watkins for the rest of the season. School officials confirmed the Cardinal Newman graduate suffered a torn ACL during the Jan. 5 win overContinue Reading
By Robin All It’s 2025, and I’ve hit a milestone: 85 years young and still going strong! While I’m not sure what level that puts me at in the world of senior golfers—maybe just “old”—I’m proud to still enjoy the game I love. As the cold weather sets in andContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. Team Knot Right, led by Captain Allen Rogers, secured the 2024 Team of the Year Championship for the Midlands Striper Club during their December tournament on Lake Murray. The event took place at Acapulco, SC, on December 21 and featured 17 teams competing in the family-orientedContinue Reading
By Robin All A common issue many golfers face, especially seniors, is taking the club too far inside on the backswing. Often, this stems from an overemphasis on swinging from the inside during the downswing. This approach can lead to a short, flat swing plane, which frequently results in loopingContinue Reading
Jeremiah Donati has been named the University of South Carolina’s 31st Director of Athletics, as announced by USC President Michael Amiridis on December 5 following a Board of Trustees meeting. Donati joins the Gamecocks after a highly successful tenure at Texas Christian University, where he served as Athletics Director sinceContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. MYRTLE BEACH, SC – For only the second time, the “Mr. South Carolina Football” Award was given to a Northeast athlete. Richland Northeast quarterback Will Wilson received the top honor Saturday at Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium. It was presented during halftime of the Touchstone Energy CooperativesContinue Reading
By Robin All A longer backswing gives you more time to generate clubhead speed, adding distance to your shots. Short backswings work best for shorter, controlled shots. Even if you can’t turn a full 90 degrees, you can still create a long, fluid backswing by keeping your grip light andContinue Reading
The National Professional Fishing League (NPFL) will conclude its 2024 season at Lake Murray from December 11-13, promising an electrifying showdown at one of South Carolina’s premier fishing destinations. The event, hosted by the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC), will feature daily launches and weigh-ins at DreherContinue Reading
Posture and setup are key elements in creating a consistent and effective swing. Here’s a breakdown of the key points to keep in mind: Start with Proper Alignment: While starting right doesn’t guarantee perfect impact, getting into the correct posture sets you up for success. Think of it as layingContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Defending national champion South Carolina is expected to get one of its top rebounders back on the court. The Athletics Department said Thursday forward Ashlyn Watkins, who was been suspended from the team since Aug. 31 following assault and kidnapping charges, has returned to team activities.Continue Reading