Tigers Set to Host Undefeated Watertown

September 7, 2018
By: Dwayne Page

The DeKalb County Tigers will host the undefeated Watertown Purple Tigers tonight in Smithville

The Tigers opened the season three weeks ago with a 19-14 win at home over Warren County but lost to Upperman 43 to 0 two weeks ago at home and 35-0 at Stone Memorial last week.

Watertown is 3-0 with wins over Gordonsville 48-8, over Mount Juliet Christian 61-7, and over Trousdale County 22-21.

Tiger Coach Steve Trapp said Watertown has a lot of weapons offensively.

“They have the ability to run the ball but they can get you in the quick passing game or throw the ball down field. The quarterback will run the ball some. They have the ability to do a lot of different things. They will give you multiple formations and different looks. Spread you out or put it in tight. Defensively they run after the ball. They do what they are supposed to do. They are disciplined. They know they are pretty good and they show it. I like the challenge. The question is are our guys going to rise up or will they cower down. I am interested to see,” said Coach Trapp.

Kick-off will be tonight at 7 p.m.

WJLE’s pre-game shows begin with “Coach to Coach” at 5 p.m. featuring former coaches Doug Matthews, Dave McGinnis, and broadcaster Larry Stone.

“Murphy’s Matchups” airs at 6 p.m. featuring the Guru of Tennessee High School Football Murphy Fair.

“Tiger Talk” begins at 6:30 p.m. featuring DCHS Coach Steve Trapp and Tiger Football Players Hunter Fann, Jacob Freeman, and Evan Jones. John Pryor, the Voice of the Tigers, is the host of the program.

WJLE’s “LIVE” play by play coverage starts at 7 p.m. with the Voice of the Tigers John Pryor and Luke Willoughby.

LISTEN LIVE ON WJLE AM 1480/ FM 101.7 and LIVE STREAMING at www.wjle.com

September 7, 2018
By: Dwayne Page

Tennessee Republican gubernatorial nominee Bill Lee will make a campaign stop in Smithville today (Friday) as part of his 95 county General Election “Believe in Tennessee” tour.

Lee will be at the DeKalb County Complex from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. to meet and greet the public.

“I’ve said throughout this campaign that Tennessee is a really good place to live, but in business, we know that good is the enemy of great,” said Lee. “For Tennessee to reach her full potential and lead the nation, we need to challenge the status quo and prioritize leadership over politics.”

September 6, 2018
By: Dwayne Page

DeKalb County High School is working to recognize students making strides on the ACT test. As part of the TN Department of Education’s Tennessee Succeeds initiative, the state is working to increase the state average for student ACT scores to 21 by the year 2020. The current ACT average at DCHS is 18.1. This year, DCHS is again able to offer a free ACT re-take to all seniors during the school day, and this will take place on October 2nd. A free ACT will also be offered to all juniors April 2nd. The ACT serves as a gateway to college and career readiness in Tennessee, determining students’ eligibility for the HOPE scholarship, requirements for postsecondary remedial or developmental coursework, and sometimes entry-level salary. At DCHS, a 21+ Club has been formed for students that have met this ACT readiness benchmark. This club currently contains 78 students. DCHS also has a 29+ club which includes 12 students who have scored a 29 or higher on their ACT. School administrators and teachers are very proud of these students and wish to recognize their hard work.

21+ Club –
Row 1: Madison Whitehead, Callie Mulloy, Isaac Walker, Maddison Parsley, Lydia Brown, Joni Robinson, Emme Colwell, Megan Walker, Kiersten Griffith, Mya Ruch, Hannah Willingham, Carly Vance

Row 2: Madi Cantrell, Shaunta Koegler, Chloe Sykes, Hannah Anderson, Sophie Cripps, Madison Judkins, Tanner Poss, Colter Norris, Daniel Puckett, Kenzie France, Meghan Brandt, Holly Evans, Alley Sykes

Row 3: Macy Hedge, Addison Oakley, Braya Murphy, Dulce Maciel, Anna Rachel Blair, Caleb Taylor, Anna Chew, Payton Bowman, Wesley Carpenter, Ealy Gassaway, Isaac Cross, Andrew Fuson

Row 4: Brittany Smith, Faith Judkins, Robin Pafford, Ashley Reynolds, Megan Redmon, Ashley Phillips, Malone Fletcher, Lance Davis, Bill Miller, Will Stephens, Hannah McBride

Row 5: Logan Johnson, Blake Mitchell, John Puckett, Chance Mabe, Trey Fuston, Noah Byrge, Ethan Jenkins, Justin Trapp, Eli Cantrell, Parker Gassaway, Raiden Martin

Row 6: Kassandra Huven, Jonathan Birmingham, Dillon Sullivan, Matthew Agee, Derek Young, Isaac Robinson, Justin Washer, Jake Ramsey

Row 7: Hunter Davis, Victor Luna, Joseph Johnson, Cedric Cruz
Not pictured: Connor Adcock, Nicole Fultz, Audrey Garland, Molly Hall, Brayden Howard, Kailey Jones, Peyton Lemons

29+ Club –
Front row: Malone Fletcher, Megan Redmon, Madi Cantrell, Holly Evans, Hannah McBride
Back row: Blake Mitchell, Ethan Jenkins, Daniel Puckett, Ealy Gassaway, Andrew Fuson, Lance Davis
Not pictured: Nicole Fultz

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