Sports

The dramatic scene was set for a primetime matchup between the top two boys soccer teams in Region VI-4A even before they took the field in Little River last Thursday night, as a thunderstorm warning and lightning strikes had many wondering if the game would even take place.

The Lions have been in a rebuilding period over the last few years, but they are beginning to see their hard work pay off with major improvements this season.

The preserve, a popular local spot for recreational activities located just outside of Green Sea, recently added over 400 acres that will provide vital benefits to both the habitat and to public access for outdoor enthusiasts.

Last week, Chiefs head coach Brian Smith witnessed the culmination of a lot of hard work over the course of the season, as he saw his team control, dominate and create at will in blowout region wins against South Florence and Wilson.

There’s going to be a whole ‘lotta racquetball at the North Myrtle Beach Aquatic & Fitness Center this weekend.

After a two-year absence due to the pandemic, the Hootie & the Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am will be returning to Barefoot Resort in North Myrtle Beach this month, although there is a major tweak from previous tournaments.

A big rivalry game last week against Myrtle Beach gave the North Myrtle Beach Chiefs boys soccer team plenty of lessons to learn, as they controlled the proceedings but failed to convert a few chances and saw the tide turn against them.

For Scott Inman and his fellow North Myrtle Beach Pickleballers, the quickly-emerging sport they have grown to love is something they want to share with as many people as possible.

The course, a longtime locals’ favorite, will close on June 20, before expecting to re-open the following day, as they can continue to make additional major improvements to the club that has already seen a recently remodeled clubhouse and restaurant.

After a dominant start to the season for the North Myrtle Beach Chiefs boys soccer team, highlighted by a run of comprehensive victories to open region play, a bit of a reality check was always to be expected with a couple of tricky games on the schedule last week.