Cougar Football Camp was a big success again this year

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Local Team Makes Statement at State Tournament

 Pictured Front Row L to R; Dakota Luckadoo, Grady Dean Brooks, Caleb King, Blake Dahlburg and Levi McIntosh. Second Row L to R; Joseph Webb, Payton Allen, Nathaniel Ledford, Jalen Branton, Bryson Cooper and Logan Higgins. Back Row L to R; Coach Brent Ledford, Coach Marty Branton and Coach Darren Higgins. (not pictured, alternate Dalton Hoilman)

The Yancey County Cougars, the 7U representative from our county had a spectacular post season showing this year. Their play begin in the District Tournament, June 18-20 held at Lincoln Park field, in which they went undefeated and kept the Championship trophies at home. McDowell County and teams from Buncombe County were represented in the tournament. The next step was the Cal Ripken Area Tournament on June 24-28, which once again Yancey County Youth League was able to host, at the newly named Griffith Field at Lincoln Park. Once again the Cougars were able to go undefeated against South Buncombe, Hominy Valley, North Buncombe and Erwin to claim a number one seed in the State Tournament in Statesville.
The State Tournament began as a 4 game Pool Play, to see how teams would be placed for the 6 team shootout beginning on Sunday July 4th. The Yancey team moved through the Pool-Play round with a 4-0 record, while not only out hitting the other teams, but playing some great defense. The Cougars outscored their opponents 87-17 through the 4 games, giving them one of 2 first round byes for the 6 team shootout, for the State Title. The Indian Trail team from Charlotte advanced to meet the Cougars in the semi-final match-up. On this day, the Indian Trail team was too much for the Cougars. Great hitting by Indian Trail and good defense against the Cougars, on an off day at the plate, finished the Yancey run for a State Championship. The Cougars ended up 13-1 in the post season losing only to the eventual State Champion, Indian Trail. Much appreciation to the coaches, parents and sponsors that worked together to make this season such a huge success.  

 

Triggers Traps and Trout Event Click here for latest scores Adult Tennis Doubles Program: Update Everyone who is interested in taking part in the adult tennis doubles at Mt. Heritage High School, please note the changes. Due to the hot weather the double matches will start at 9 instead of 9:30. Also the days for the doubles are Tue. Thurs. and Sat. mornings. Everyone is invited to come out and join in the fun. Form more info. call 828-682-3067. Yancey Youth League Fall Sports Signups (Update): Fall Sports sign-ups for YCYLA will be Saturday, July 31 from 9 to 1 all at Burnsville Elementary gym. Sign-ups will be for football, flag football, soccer and cheerleading. Fees will vary depending on age and sport from $35-$45. Annual Cougar Cheerleading Camp & Cruise In (update:) The Annual Cougar Cheerleading Camp will be held Thursday July 29- Saturday July 31st from 9am-1pm at the MHHS Gym. Free T-shirt. Registration fee is $30.  They have a partnership with YCYLA again this year: Sign-up for Youth League Cheerleading($35) and add Summer camp for ($5) Registration 8:30am July 29 (will be able to sign-up for YCYLA cheerleading &/or camp)  Concessions available.  If you have insurance, please bring insurance info with you to registration.  Part of the final day of the Cougar Cheer Camp festivities is the annual Cougar Cruise In Saturday July 31st from 11:00am-3:00pm. The car/truck entry fee is $10.  Barbecue and other concessions will be available along with lots of door prizes and activities for kids.  If you have questions about either event email cdriddle7@gmail.com or check out: www.cheerleading.yancey.mtnheritage.schoolfusion.us. Mitchell County Rec League Football Signups Mitchell County Rec League will be holding football signups Thursday July 29th at 6:00pm at Bowman Middle School.  Equipment will be given out. Burnsville Pool Closes During Crafts Fair The Burnsville Pool will be closed on Friday August 6th and Saturday August 7th. It will re-open on Sunday August 8th. Relay for Life 5K Run/Walk The Relay for Life of Yancey County will have a 5K Run/Walk, presented by the Zula's Angels relay team, Saturday August 14th from 8:30am-11:30am in Downtown Burnsville.  The race/walk will begin at 8:00am directly in front of the Yancey Library on the square in downtown Burnsville.  Water will be offered at the turn-around.  Registration fees are $20 in advance, $25 the day of the event.  All donations will go to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Yancey County.  Registration will begin at 7:45am. All pre-registered entries are guaranteed a t-shirt.  Awards will be given to first place winners in these categories: 11-17 (male and female) and 18-adult (male and female).  Registration packets can be picked up at: Yancey Common Times Office, Yancey Graphics, Sav-Mor Grocery, and Blue Ridge Fitness and Rehabilitation.  For more information or to pre-register contact Kim Wilson-Hopkins at 682-4940 or email pixiechick1972@yahoo.com. Mountain Heritage Track Available to Public The renovated track at Mountain Heritage High School now has a plush rubberized surface that is gentle on the knees and tender on the feet. The staff and administration at Mountain Heritage are inviting the people looking for places to exercise to enjoy walking and running with other community members at the community track. As part of the project, the access road leading to the field house has been paved and is available for handicap access to the facility. Summer Availability: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm (weekdays) 9:00 am – 8:00 pm (Saturdays) 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Sundays)