Laurence Manning
Swampcats Battle Hard in Nail-Biter Loss to Philip Simmons
Varsity Lacrosse: Philip Simmons 8, Laurence Manning 7
Friday, April 4
In a tightly contested matchup on Friday night, the Laurence Manning Academy Swampcats came up just short, falling 8-7 to Philip Simmons High in a game filled with momentum shifts and fast-paced action.
Both teams exchanged goals in the opening half, with offensive fireworks and a high-tempo transitional style defining the first two quarters. At halftime, the Swampcats trailed by a narrow margin, 6-5.
Philip Simmons extended their lead early in the third quarter, going up 7-5. In response, the Swampcats shifted their approach, adopting a slower, more controlled offense. The adjustment paid off as they clawed back to tie the game at 7-7 midway through the fourth quarter.
However, a late turnover led to a fast-break goal for Philip Simmons, giving them the decisive edge. Laurence Manning had one final opportunity in the last 90 seconds, but the comeback effort fell just short.
Defensively, Laurence Manning was anchored by strong performances from Brock Tamburello, Cade Hodge, and Gavin Brown. In goal, Phoenix Tisdale tallied five saves.
Despite the loss, the Swampcats showed resilience and teamwork, giving fans an exciting game and plenty of hope as the season continues.
(Report courtesy of Mike Davey)
Swampcats Shut Out John Paul II to Extend Home Win Streak
Varsity Softball: Laurence Manning Academy 10, John Paul II 0
Friday, April 4
The Laurence Manning Academy Swampcats bounced back in a big way on Friday night, cruising to a 10-0 shutout victory over the John Paul II Golden Warriors and extending their home winning streak to 12 games.
After managing just one run in their previous outing, the Swampcats came out swinging—racking up 11 hits and putting pressure on the Golden Warriors from the start. The dominant win marked the ninth time this season Laurence Manning has defeated an opponent by eight runs or more, a testament to both their offensive firepower and rock-solid defense.
Senior pitcher Kaylee Parmenter Avins was lights out once again, allowing only three hits and striking out nine in the complete-game shutout. She has now gone four straight appearances without surrendering more than one earned run.
Offensively, Lyza Pricklemeyer had a career night, going 3-for-4 with four runs scored and a stolen base—setting a new personal best for runs in a single game. Ashley Rae Hodge added to the scoring with a 2-for-4 performance and two runs of her own.
Laurence Manning out-hit John Paul II 11 to 5 and kept the Golden Warriors off balance throughout the night. With the win, the Swampcats improved to 13-2 on the season, while John Paul II dropped to 1-2.
The two teams will meet again in a quick turnaround rematch scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Laurence Manning will look to continue their dominance and extend their impressive home streak even further.
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Manning High School
Manning Falls to Brookland-Cayce, Drops Tenth Straight
Varsity Boys Soccer: Brookland-Cayce 8, Manning 0
Friday, April 4
The Manning Monarchs were unable to snap their losing streak on Friday, falling 8-0 to a strong Brookland-Cayce squad in a one-sided match.
Brookland-Cayce took control early and maintained steady pressure throughout, limiting Manning’s chances and capitalizing on defensive gaps. The result marks the Monarchs’ tenth consecutive loss, as they continue to search for their first win of the season.
With the loss, Manning moves to 0-10 on the year, while Brookland-Cayce improves to 8-6 overall.
Looking ahead, the Monarchs will travel to face Atlantic Collegiate Academy on Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. The Lions are currently riding a five-game win streak, but Manning will be looking to turn things around and bring more intensity to the field. Brookland-Cayce will return home to host Airport High on Monday at 7:00 p.m.
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Monarchs Crush Mullins with Season-High Scoring Outburst
Varsity Baseball: Manning 20, Mullins 3
Friday, April 4
The Manning Monarchs made a statement on the road Friday night, delivering their most dominant offensive performance of the season with a commanding 20-3 victory over the Mullins Auctioneers.
The win marks the Monarchs’ fifth straight and pushes their overall record to an even 6-6. Manning’s bats were on fire from the first pitch, racking up their highest single-game run total of the year and overpowering a struggling Mullins squad that has now lost 17 straight games dating back to last season.
Friday’s match-up was the latest in a recent string of high-scoring outings for Manning, who previously notched 18 runs against Kingstree on March 25 and 15 runs in three separate games this season.
The Monarchs will look to ride their momentum into Thursday’s home matchup against Mountain View Prep, with first pitch scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Meanwhile, Mullins will aim to regroup and break their skid when they host East Clarendon on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. The Wolverines come into that game riding an eight-game winning streak.
With their offense clicking and confidence building, the Monarchs are proving to be a team to watch in the second half of the season.
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Monarchs Dominate Mullins in 16-0 Softball Shutout
Varsity Softball: Manning 16, Mullins 0
Friday, April 4
After being held to just two runs in their previous game, the Manning Monarchs softball team came roaring back on Friday with a statement win, shutting out the Mullins Auctioneers 16-0 on the road.
The victory marked the Monarchs’ fifth win of the season—and their fifth by a margin of 12 runs or more. With the win, Manning improves to 5-4 overall, continuing to show dominance on both sides of the ball.
Freshman standout Shayden Epps made her presence felt in a big way. She tossed two shutout innings, allowing no hits, no runs, and no walks—marking her third straight appearance without a walk. Epps also contributed at the plate, going 2-for-3 and scoring a run.
Dakota Lambert powered the offense with an all-around performance, going 1-for-3 with three runs scored, three RBIs, and two stolen bases. She’s been on a tear lately, logging at least one steal in each of her last three outings.
Unique C also turned in a strong effort, reaching base in all four of her plate appearances while scoring twice and adding a stolen base.
The Monarchs will look to keep their momentum rolling when they host Atlantic Collegiate Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Mullins, now 0-2 on the season and on a six-game losing streak dating back to last year, will face East Clarendon at home on the same evening.
With another dominant win in the books, Manning’s lineup is heating up at just the right time.
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East Clarendon
East Clarendon Looks to Extend Win Streak on the Road Against Mullins
Varsity Baseball: East Clarendon at Mullins
Tuesday, April 8 – First Pitch at 6:30 p.m.
The East Clarendon Wolverines will travel to take on the Mullins Auctioneers on Tuesday evening, bringing an eight-game winning streak into a matchup that pits one of the region’s hottest teams against one still searching for its first win.
East Clarendon (10-4) enters the contest riding high after a dominant 14-0 shutout over Kingstree, their most lopsided win of the season. The Wolverines’ offense was firing on all cylinders, reaching base at a staggering .700 clip and consistently applying pressure on the basepaths.
Kenley Sullivan was a standout in that victory, scoring two runs, stealing three bases, and reaching base in both of his plate appearances—setting a new career high for runs scored in a single game. Dawson Beard added to the offensive surge, going a perfect 3-for-3 in getting on base, with two runs and two stolen bases of his own.
With consistent production up and down the lineup, East Clarendon has averaged nearly nine runs per game during their current home win streak, which dates back to last season.
Mullins, on the other hand, continues to struggle. The Auctioneers fell 20-3 to Manning on Friday, marking their 17th consecutive loss dating back to last season. They are now 0-14 on the year and looking to turn the tide on their home turf.
The last meeting between East Clarendon and Mullins came in March 2019, when the Wolverines shut out the Auctioneers 10-0. While East Clarendon won’t have the home-field advantage this time, they’ll be looking to repeat that dominant performance.
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Wolverines Shut Out by Sumter in Tough Road Loss
Varsity Softball: Sumter 10, East Clarendon 0
Friday, April 4
The East Clarendon Wolverines couldn’t find their rhythm on Friday night, falling 10-0 to the Sumter Gamecocks in a tough road matchup.
After narrowly defeating Sumter in their previous meeting, the Wolverines were unable to replicate that success this time around. Sumter controlled the game from start to finish, handing East Clarendon its first shutout loss of the season.
The Wolverines struggled to generate offense, marking the first time this year they were held scoreless. The loss drops East Clarendon’s record to 7-4 in the season.
Meanwhile, Sumter continues to build momentum. The Gamecocks have now won six of their last eight games, improving to 11-5-1 overall. Their consistency at the plate and in the field proved too much for the Wolverines this time out.
East Clarendon will look to bounce back on Tuesday as they travel to face Mullins at 6:30 p.m. The Wolverines will aim to regain their offensive spark and return to the win column. Sumter will take on Blythewood at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, where they’ll face a pitching staff that has limited opponents to just 3.7 runs per game.
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Clarendon Hall
Clarendon Hall Falls to Calhoun Academy for Third Time This Season
Varsity Baseball: Calhoun Academy 11, Clarendon Hall 1
Friday, April 4
The Clarendon Hall Saints continued to struggle on the diamond Friday evening, falling 11-1 to the Calhoun Academy Cavaliers in their third meeting of the season.
The loss marks the Saints’ 12th straight defeat dating back to last season and drops their current record to 0-6. Clarendon Hall has yet to find an answer for Calhoun Academy, who also edged them out 5-4 in a closely contested game last Wednesday.
Friday’s matchup was more decisive, with the Cavaliers pulling away early and maintaining control. Calhoun Academy has now won five of its last six games, improving to 15-5 on the season.
Clarendon Hall currently has no additional games scheduled, while Calhoun Academy will be back in action Monday night, traveling to face a high-powered Orangeburg Prep team averaging 7.6 runs per game. First pitch is set for 7:00 p.m.
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Clarendon Hall Softball Picks Up Solid Win Over Orangeburg Prep
Varsity Softball: Clarendon Hall 11, Orangeburg Prep 7
Friday, March 21
The Clarendon Hall Lady Saints earned a hard-fought victory on Friday, defeating Orangeburg Prep 11-7 in a high-scoring contest.
The offense came alive for Clarendon Hall, producing 11 runs to secure the win and showcase their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Despite a strong effort from Orangeburg Prep, the Lady Saints maintained control throughout the game and held off a late push from their opponents.
The win marks a strong showing for Clarendon Hall as they continue to build momentum this season.
With this win under their belt, the Lady Saints will look to carry that energy into their next matchup as they continue their campaign on the diamond.
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