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PCHS Bowling team members Kree Brewer, Kyan Brewer, and Maddie Marshall will represent the school at the state tournament this week. Photo provided by Rhonda Hutchison.

PCHS Bowling team members Kree Brewer, Kyan Brewer, and Maddie Marshall will represent the school at the state tournament this week. Photo provided by Rhonda Hutchison.

PC Bowlers claim regional singles titles, prepare for state tourney

News Staff
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
By Rhonda HutchisonOn February 3,  five Wildcat bowlers competed in the Region 5 Singles competition.  In the boys division there were 35 bowlers which included Wildcats Braden Brann, Adam Straus and Kyan Brewer.
With the scoreboard in the background displaying the score of the final game, the Pendleton County High School poses with the trophy after winning the Region 5 Boys Team Competition for the fifth consecutive year. In the back are Braden Brann and Adam Straus. In the front from left are head coach Amber Hutchison Brewer, Kree Brewer, Maddie Marshall, Kyan Brewer, Emma-Lee Chappell and coach Jennifer Thomas. Photo by Rhonda Hutchison.

With the scoreboard in the background displaying the score of the final game, the Pendleton County High School poses with the trophy after winning the Region 5 Boys Team Competition for the fifth consecutive year. In the back are Braden Brann and Adam Straus. In the front from left are head coach Amber Hutchison Brewer, Kree Brewer, Maddie Marshall, Kyan Brewer, Emma-Lee Chappell and coach Jennifer Thomas. Photo by Rhonda Hutchison.

PCHS five-peats as bowling champs

News Staff
Monday, February 3, 2025
By Rhonda Hutchison Five years in a row, they just keep rolling over all obstacles to win.On Jan. 28, the Pendleton County High School Wildcat bowling team made history by winning the Region 5 Boys Team Competition for the fifth consecutive year.
Outside of the entrance to the Hoosier Gym, a 1939 Chevrolet bus used in the 1986 basketball movie Hoosiers which includes a cutout photo of the film's star, Gene Hackman. Photos by: Sam McClanahan, Layne Nelson, and Justin Reckner.

Outside of the entrance to the Hoosier Gym, a 1939 Chevrolet bus used in the 1986 basketball movie Hoosiers which includes a cutout photo of the film's star, Gene Hackman. Photos by: Sam McClanahan, Layne Nelson, and Justin Reckner.

Wildcats go 2-2 on the week, play in historic 'Hoosier Gym'

News Staff
Monday, February 3, 2025
By Sam McClanahan The Pendleton County Wildcats basketball team concluded a busy and memorable week picking up two wins in four games. The team was also able to experience a once in a lifetime opportunity during a road trip to Indiana.The Wildcats began last week hosting Holmes High from Covington.
Representing the team are from left to right: Riley Browning, Sarah Blackaby, Mylie Honnert, and Aubrey Mullins. Photo and information provided by Mallory Mullins.

Representing the team are from left to right: Riley Browning, Sarah Blackaby, Mylie Honnert, and Aubrey Mullins. Photo and information provided by Mallory Mullins.

Ladycats Softball receives donations from Cincinnati Reds

News Staff
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
For a second consecutive year the Pendleton County Ladycats Fastpitch Softball program was among 24 area high schools awarded free equipment from the Cincinnati Reds Community Fund. The ninth annual "Pitch In For Baseball Equipment Drive" was held at Griffin Elite in Erlanger on January 22.
Bowling seniors Kyan Brewer (left), Jordan Ewers (middle) and Maddie Marshall (right) are recognized by the coaching staff.

Bowling seniors Kyan Brewer (left), Jordan Ewers (middle) and Maddie Marshall (right) are recognized by the coaching staff.

PCHS Bowling program honors trio of seniors

News Staff
Monday, January 20, 2025
By Rhonda Hutchison On January 18, the Wildcat Bowling Team competed in the Cooper Bowling Jaguar Classic held at Bellewood Lanes in Newport. There were a total of 17 boys/coed teams in the tournament. Each team consisted of five members.
Wildcats sophomore Kamden O'Hara skies for his first career in-game dunk versus Bracken County as his teammates celebrate from the bench. Photo by Layne Nelson.

Wildcats sophomore Kamden O'Hara skies for his first career in-game dunk versus Bracken County as his teammates celebrate from the bench. Photo by Layne Nelson.

Wildcats claim wins over Nicholas and Bracken counties

News Staff
Monday, January 20, 2025
By Sam McClanahan The Pendleton County Wildcats basketball team returned to action following a lengthy 11-day layoff thanks to the recent snowstorm that swept through the state.On January 11, the team hosted Montgomery County in their first home game in three weeks.
Sophomore Hannah Spaulding spots up for a baseline jumper in the home win over Bluegrass United. Photo by Sam McClanahan

Sophomore Hannah Spaulding spots up for a baseline jumper in the home win over Bluegrass United. Photo by Sam McClanahan

Ladycats split pair with Bluegrass United and Nicholas County, now 6-9 overall

News Staff
Monday, January 20, 2025
By Samantha Verst The Ladycats basketball team now sits at a record of 6-9 on the regular season. The team picked up a win over Bluegrass United on January 14 and fell short to district foe Nicholas County on January 17.
Ladycats compete in Summerville Holiday Tournament

Ladycats compete in Summerville Holiday Tournament

Ladycats compete in Summerville Holiday Tournament

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
By Samantha Verst The Pendleton County Ladycats basketball team traveled to Charleston, South Caroline over Christmas Break to compete in a tournament at Summerville High School. The team went 0-3 on the week but learned a lot about themselves both individually and as a team.
"Cold-blooded Kam." Sophomore Kamden O'Hara knocked down the game-winning three-pointer in the final seconds of the 4th quarter to give the Wildcats a 59-58 win over Paul Laurence Dunbar on December 20. All photos by Layne Nelson.

"Cold-blooded Kam." Sophomore Kamden O'Hara knocked down the game-winning three-pointer in the final seconds of the 4th quarter to give the Wildcats a 59-58 win over Paul Laurence Dunbar on December 20. All photos by Layne Nelson.

Wildcats split pair with Dunbar and Ludlow

News Staff
Thursday, January 2, 2025
By Sam McClanahan The Pendleton County Wildcats returned home on December 20 and were able to pull out a thrilling win over Paul Laurence Dunbar. The team looked to carry that momentum after Christmas while competing in the Swauger Holiday Invitational held at Bellevue.
The Pendleton County Board of Education last week recognized cross country team members who qualified this year for state competition. From left are board members Derek Brown and Kevin Barnard, Pendleton County High School team members Sam Hodge and Klaber Wolfe, board member Laura Schack, Sharp Middle School team member Taylor Flannigan, and board members Amber Beebe and Cheryl Griffin. Photo by Burton Cole.

The Pendleton County Board of Education last week recognized cross country team members who qualified this year for state competition. From left are board members Derek Brown and Kevin Barnard, Pendleton County High School team members Sam Hodge and Klaber Wolfe, board member Laura Schack, Sharp Middle School team member Taylor Flannigan, and board members Amber Beebe and Cheryl Griffin. Photo by Burton Cole.

Schools offer incentives to recruit bus drivers

News Staff
Monday, December 2, 2024
By Burton Cole BUTLER — Short of bus drivers, the Pendleton County School District is ready to pay current drivers $1,500 for every new driver they recruit.
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