Lady Greyhounds named 3A-2 District Champs
The Salem Lady Greyhounds claimed the 2024 3A-2 Conference Championship on Feb. 2 against Cave City 58-26. Coaches Josh Bateman and Shane Smith were extra proud of the ladies as it was the night their late father and father in law was honored with the renaming of the court to the Wendall Smith Court.
Burton crowned Highland Winter Royalty Queen
Highland Senior Annabelle Burton was crowned the 2024 Winter Royalty Queen Feb 2. She was escorted by Lance Burris
Wulff named Elks 8-9 year old Elks Hoop Shoot Winner
Highland’s JD Wulff competed in the 8/9 year old division of the Elks Hoop Shoot competition Feb. 4 in Hot Springs. He made 22/25 free throws earning him the first place position and the title of State Elks Hoop Shoot Champion for his age division.
Surprise family gathering for Meyers at Highland
Photo/Submitted It was a wonderful night for a surprise at Highland on Feb. 2. Lindsey Helm helped the Meyer Family pull off a surprise for Coach Cecil Meyer. His siblings and their family showed up in orange to support his daughter Sadie and the entire family. Two conference wins boosted the surprise even more for the Rebel family.
Wendall Smith Court officially dedicated
Photo/Submitted Wendall Smith Court at Salem was officially dedicated Feb. 2 in Salem. The late and well loved coach’s family, former coaches and friends were all present for the ceremony. Smith’s daughter, Ashley, who is married to Salem Head Girl’s Coach Josh Bateman said, “Last night was so special and it was a perfect ceremony celebrating and honoring my dad! We are so thankful for everyone who helped make it happen, and…
