SPORTS
Watch out for bears
LITTLE ROCK — Spring is in full swing in The Natural State, and Arkansas black bears are out and about. Seeing a wild bear can be an exciting experience, but it is far from unique in the state formerly nicknamed The Bear State, especially in late spring.
Lady Jackets’ defense falters in repeat bid
The Sheridan Lady Yellowjackets saw their quest to repeat as Class 5A State Champions come up empty in a 11-4 loss to the Benton Lady Panthers on Thursday, May 22 at Shock Field on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas.
Lady Jackets return to championship
The Sheridan Lady Yellowjackets entered the 2025 season as the reigning and defending Class 5A state champion. Despite a few setbacks during the regular season, the Lady Jackets are returning to the Class 5 State Championship Game looking to earn back-to-back titles.
Lady Indians cannot hold momentum
The Poyen Lady Indians worked their way into the Class 2A State Tournament, earning a spot in the first round against the Bigelow Lady Panthers on Thursday, May 15.
Jackets have short stay at state
The Sheridan Yellowjackets’ baseball team completed a successful 2025 regular season, finishing with a record of 22-7, earning a spot in the Class 5A State Tournament.
Lady Jackets finish undefeated in conference
On Friday, May 9, the Sheridan Lady Yellowjackets wrapped up its 2025 conference slate with an undefeated record, rallying to defeat the Texarkana Lady Razorbacks 4-2.
Jackets take down Razorbacks
Despite giving up five runs in the early innings, the Sheridan Yellowjackets regrouped to take down the Texarkana Razorbacks 9-5 in the final 5A-South Conference game of the season.
