•September 18, 2019•
By Jason Brown
NP Sports Editor

The Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond football team scored score 41 points in each of its first two games of the season.
But Friday night against Cumberland, it was the defenses that prevailed in a game that came down to the last play.
In its second-straight home game, ALAH’s defense held the Pirates to 13 points, but the Knights’ offense could not push the ball into the end zone in a 13-7 loss.
“Great game, great atmosphere,” ALAH coach Ryan Jefferson said. “Had a playoff feel to it. Came down to the wire.”
ALAH’s defense gave up a touchdown reception on the first drive of game and a fourth-quarter touchdown.
The Knights tied the score at 7-7 in the second quarter. Read More

•September 18, 2019•
By Jason Brown
NP Sports Editor

Sullivan girls’ golf team recognized seniors Miriah Booker and Erin Wallace at Sullivan Country Club Thursday, Sept. 12.
The Redskins hosted Meridian, Okaw Valley, and Shelbyville and finished last.
Alyssa Shriver and Erin Wallace led the way, followed by Abby Kirkwood and Lara Herschberger.
“Congratulations and thank you to seniors Erin Wallace and Miriah Booker for their dedication to the girls golf program,” said Sullivan coach Andy Wagner. Read More

Photo by R. R. Best
Addi Tinkle bumps the ball against Okaw Valley last Tuesday night.

•September 18, 2019•
By Jason Brown
NP Sports Editor

The Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond volleyball team finished the week 1-2 this week a win against Sullivan Monday and losses to Cerro Gordo Thursday and Okaw Valley last Tuesday.
Monday night against Sullivan, ALAH took the first set 25-14 and the second 25-19 for the match.
Alisha Frederick combined for 17 assists and three digs, and Mackenzi Bowles totaled nine kills and two digs.
Cheyenne Chupp had five kills, and Charley Condill added four kills and three digs. Read More

•September 11, 2019•
By Jason Brown
NP Sports Editor

The Sullivan girls’ and boys’ cross country teams competed in the Charleston High School Invitational at Eastern Illinois University Saturday.
Three individuals medaled for the Redskins.
Tori Turnbaugh placed 22nd with a time of 20:54, and Katherine Kite placed 40th at 21:54.
For the boys’ team, Chase McClure ran an 18:11 for 32nd place. Read More

•September 11, 2019•
By Jason Brown
NP Sports Editor

The Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond volleyball team finished a busy week, competing in eight matches.
The Knights lost Monday night to Monticello 25-11, 25-20.
Alisha Frederick dished out 10 assists, and Mackenzi Bowles and Cheyenne Chupp each had four kills.
Charley Condill added a team-high nine digs, and Abby Abercrombie recorded three digs and a kill.
Saturday, ALAH went 2-3 the Casey-Westfield Tourney.
The Knights split two matches against Salt Fork, losing 25-19, 25-22 and winning 25-22, 19-25, and 15-7.
ALAH also defeated Tuscola 25-22, 25-23. Read More