Sports

Trojans blow out Ripley on Senior Night

John Hassell - Reporter Photos by Zayde Forrest Dyersburg took on Ripley on Senior Night on Thursday in a blowout win by the Trojans. The game was kicked off by Elian Gonzales and quickly stayed in the Trojans' hands with a recovery by Santavion Williams on the kickoff. After this, it was all Trojans in the first half, with multiple rushing touchdowns and two interceptions from Elian Gonzalez, one being a pick-6 and another from Ty Seaton, which was also taken to the house f

Nov 5

Izzie Odom Signs to Dyersburg State Softball Team

Addison Lloyd - Editor Photo Courtesy of Anna Claire Lane This morning, Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Senior Izzie Odom signed to DSCC’s Softball program. Izzie Odom verbally committed to Dyersburg State earlier this year, declaring the continuation of her softball career. Odom has played softball since she was 7, and will be playing her final high school season this spring. Aside from being a phenomenal softball player, Izzie Odom is also a member of the DHS dance team and vol

Nov 4

Trojans fight hard but fall to Westview

Addison Shearon - Reporter Photos by Launa White On the evening of October 24, 2025, the Westview Chargers visited J.C. Sawyers Stadium. The air was chilly as senior Elian Gonzalez kicked the game off at 7:00. The Trojans put the first points on the board with a touchdown followed by an extra point kick, making the score 7-0 to start the quarter. The Trojans quickly made it back downfield to make the score 9-0. Later in the second half, senior Jysen Grant made an elec

Oct 27

Congratulations, Lady Trojans Soccer!

Addison Lloyd - Editor Photos by TJ VanDyke This morning, Monday, October 27, 2025, the Lady Trojans' Soccer team was celebrated by the school as they qualified for the 2025 TSSAA soccer state tournament. After Saturday's win against Brighton, they secured their spot in the tournament in Chattanooga. These girls have worked hard all year long and prepared for this moment. We are incredibly proud of the Lady Trojans and look forward to seeing all the great things they acco

Oct 27

Lady Trojans soccer crowned Regional Champions

Gavin Ball - Reporter Photography by Gavin Ball On Thursday, October 24, the DHS Girls’ Soccer team faced the South Gibson Hornets at J.C. Sawyers Stadium. The Lady Trojans won the regional championship 3-0. In the first half, sophomore Haddy Manneh scored the first goal. Shortly after, Manneh scored another, setting the score 2-0. Additionally, senior Kathleen Harrel claimed two assists. After half-time, the two teams came back determined to win. Soon after the half started

Oct 24

Lady Trojans defeat Haywood in 9-0 sweep

McKoyler Thach - Reporter Photos by McKoyler Thach On Tuesday, October 21, the Lady Trojan soccer team took on the Haywood Tomcats at JC Sawyers Stadium, ultimately overcoming the Tomcats in a 9-0 victory. Displaying control over the field, the Lady Trojans kept the ball on the offensive side, forcing the Tomcats to defend their goal for the entirety of the first half of the match. The Lady Trojans’ offense proved to be assertive all throughout the game, completely domi

Oct 23

Trojans' Fall to Chargers Friday Night

John Hassell - Reporter Photos by John Cloar The Trojans traveled to Covington to face the Chargers on Friday night. This game did not go the way the Trojans had hoped, but they played a great football game. In the first quarter, the Trojans had a huge defensive stand, forcing a four-and-out on one of the best offenses in the state. The Trojans then marched down the field, and Peyton Hill got into the endzone to make the score 7-0 Trojans. In the second quarter, the Tr

Oct 20

John David Morris scores at State Tournament

John Hassell - Reporter Photos by John Hassell John David Morris traveled to Sevierville and competed in the TSSAA State Golf Tournament on October 9. He worked extremely hard to prepare for the state competition and stayed focused to be as ready as possible. Morris also competed in the state tournament last year, where he placed 17th as a sophomore. “This year there was a lot more tension and stress because I was going there to win it this year, and the year before was ju

Oct 16