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The last time Nolan Quick touched the football in Richmond’s 24-19 nail-biting win over Chillicothe in 11-man action Nov. 7 at Spartan Stadium, he made sure to hold onto it.

Norborne Hardin-Central (NHC) has swept Orrick this season in varsity 8-man football. Now, the Aggies are looking to sweep Wellington-Napoleon.

to PRO High heat, drop kicks, random observations and points that amuse are all part of the wide, wide world of sports at the community and national levels. I need to do some more recruiting.

DISTRICT PREVIEW Richmond has a rematch with Chillicothe in varsity 11man football Friday. The Spartans (7-2) are scheduled to host Chillicothe (4-6) in the Class 3 District 8 Tournament semifinals, with the winner to advance to the district title game, set for Nov.

Reese McCartney gave himself a treat Halloween night.

Richmond’s varsity 11-man football squad is getting what wide receiver/ defensive back Malikiah Tharp considers a well-deserved break this week from competition.

‘MUCH DIFFERENT’ The Bearcats’ varsity 8-man football season isn’t necessarily getting easier, even though they’re facing a familiar opponent to start postseason play, Orrick coach Matt O’Dell suggested.

SENIORS LUKE GIFFORD (left) and Jack Green display the Bell Game trophy after Richmond’s shutout win over Lexington in varsity 11-man football. See page 16 for game coverage..

Of Sydnee Burnett’s four seasons playing prep volleyball at Richmond, this one was her favorite. Burnett, a senior, made that assessment after the Spartans’ 3-0 season-ending loss to Oak Grove Oct.

Norborne Hardin-Central (NHC) broke new ground with its 30-0 win over the Northwest of Hughesville/Otterville co-op in varsity 8-man football. With the Oct.