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(Fairfield) — The Fairfield Mules fell to Nashville by a final of 12-10 in in a game that was added to the schedule earlier this week. Ian Puckett suffered the loss for Fairfield as he pitched 4

(Undated) — The transfer landscape could change for NCAA athletes. The Division One Council approved a new rule proposal on Wednesday which would allow athletes to transfer and play for their new school immediately if they meet

(Champaign, IL) — The Illinois Fighting Illini are adding another transfer to their basketball program. Former Notre Dame forward Carey Booth announced that he is transferring to Illinois. Booth averaged six-point-four points and four-point-three rebounds during his

(Oakland, CA) — Sonny Gray dazzled in his second Cardinals start as St. Louis beat the Oakland A’s 3-1 at Oakland Coliseum. Gray struck out six and gave up just four hits in six scoreless innings to

(Champaign, IL) — The Illinois men’s basketball team is adding to its roster. Former Louisville guard Tre White and former Arizona point guard Kylan Boswell both transferred to the Illini over the weekend. (Phoenix, AZ) — The

The Edwards County Lady Lions saw their season come to an end as they fell to Trico at the Wayne City Regional in a 3-set match. Set scores were 22-25, 25-18, 24-26. Trico will face off with

The Fairfield Lady Mules will continue in the the IHSA 2A Volleyball Sectional. The Lady Mules knocked off the Mount Carmel Golden Aces at Hamilton County High School. Set scores were 25-14, 25-13.  The Lady Mules will

The SICA has announced their All Southern Illinois Team for the Fall 2023 Season. Fairfield’s Lisa Tomasi was named to the team and was also named player of the year. Tomasi’s season ended over the last weekend

High School Volleyball Regional Action continued Tuesday Night. At the 2A Regional at Hamilton County, Fairfield knocked off Teutopolis. Set scores were 25-8, 26-13. In the win, Emersyn Robbins moved into 2nd all time in IHSA History

The Fairfield Lady Mules volleyball team finished (5-0) Saturday at the Fairfield Invitational, defeating Benton, Herrin and Civic Memorial in pool play, Staunton in the semifinals, and Massac County in the championship.  The Lady Mules finished their

Saturday Evening, it was announced on where the Fairfield Mules would end up for their first round playoff game. The Mules (5-4) will travel to take on the Greenville Comets (9-0). The date and time are currently

Fairfield’s Lisa Tomasi continued play in the Girls Tennis State Finals and finished 5th. Tomasi in action fell in her morning matchup Friday and dropped into the consolation bracket. Tomasi played Saturday morning against Meredith Converse in quarterfinals

Tonight is a big night when it comes to Football as the IHSA will announce playoff seeding. Fairfield picked up their 5th win of the season as they knocked off Edwards County 52-7 on Thursday. The Mules

In high school football Friday, the Fairfield Mules kept their playoff hopes alive, defeating Hamilton County by a final of 44 to 0.  Edwards County defeated Christopher-Ziegler-Royalton 28 to 20. Other scores from last night included: Carmi-White

Here are some high school football scores from around the area on Friday:  Carmi-White County defeated Edwards County 44 to 7.  It was Hamilton County over Flora 38 to 34.  Mt. Carmel beat Casey-Westfield 23 to 20. 

In area high school football action from Friday night, the Fairfield Mules lost to Carmi-White County.  Final score was 42 to 26.  Edwards County is set to play today at Vienna with kickoff at 1 p.m. Some

In high school football action last night, the Fairfield Mules lost to Johnston City by a final of 36 to 14.  Edwards County will play today at 1 p.m. against Hamilton County. Other scores from last night

The Cisne Runnin’ Lions Volleyball Team fell to Woodlawn in 3 sets Tuesday Evening. Set scores were 21-25, 25-20, 24-26. Cisne took the JV matchup 25-13, 26-24. Wayne City Volleyball was victorious over Sandoval Tuesday Evening. Varsity

The Fairfield Mules lost to Sesser-Valier in high school football action Friday night.  The final score was 22 to 12.  Edwards County lost to Flora 20 to 19. Other scores from last night included:  Hamilton County defeating

The latest Deep South Volleyball coaches poll is out and Fairfield is the unanimous number 1 in the poll, taking all 17 votes for number 1. NCOE is 2nd with Hamilton County and Centralia tied for 7th.

The Cathy Black Volleyball Invitational took place at NCOE on Wednesday. Hamilton County defeated Thompsonville 25-9, 25-14. NCOE downed Eldorado 25-9, 25-7. Carmi-White County defeated Thompsonville 25-11, 25-12. NCOE defeated Hamilton County 24-26, 25-11, 15-8. Carmi-White County

In Boys Golf, Hamilton County won a tri-match with Goreville and Woodlawn. Hamilton County shot a 158 while Goreville carded a 173. Woodlawn didn’t have enough players for a team score. In Girls Golf, Hamilton County defeated

The Fairfield Lady Mules Volleyball Team improved their record to 13-0 as they defeated Newton in sets that were at times difficult. The Mules were down 17-13 in set 1 before going in a 12-5 rally to

The Fairfield Mules Cross County Teams were successful at Hamilton County as they swept the Roger Lee Invitational. Grant Jennette was the individual champ in the boys varsity race for Fairfield. Boys, Girls, and the freshman/sophomore teams

In area boys golf, Edwards County won in a 4-team match with a 178. Vienna shot a 180, Eldorado a 207, and Johnston City a 216. Mount Vernon won a 3 team meet with Marion and Centralia

The Fairfield Mules picked up their first win of the season as they defeated the Eldorado Eagles 32-18 at Eldorado. Fairfield jumped out to a 16-0 lead in the first quarter and midway in the 2nd, Eldorado

The Fairfield Lady Mules Tennis Team won their season opening match against Centralia 7-2. Winners include Lisa Tomasi, Madeline Foster, Clara Schneider, Serenity Yingst, and Wren Braddock in singles. Doubles winners for Fairfield include the doubles teams

Wayne City Volleyball fell to Lawrenceville Monday Night. Set scores were 25-15, 25-16. Grayville Volleyball defeated North Clay Monday Evening. Set scores were 25-15, 25-11.

Fairfield Boys Golfers participated in a match with Carmi-White County, Gallatin County, Waltonville, and NCOE. The Mules did not have enough golfers for a team score. Carmi-White County and Gallatin County tied for first, shooting a 169

The Fairfield Mules started the season on the short end of a 28-20 scoreboard against Freeburg at The Train Yard Friday. Freeburg scored with 7:22 in the first quarter and 13 seconds later, Jay Snyder ran from