SPORTS BRIEFS

Chicago Bears have signed Limestone defensive back Joshua Simmons as rookie free agent after NFL draft. Simmons, a 2-time Don Hansen All-America, finished sixth nationally with 67 solo tackles. He will be reunited with former coach Mike Furrey. l The Gaffney High softball team was eliminated from the district tournament Friday with a 2-1 loss at home to Mauldin. The […]

A HUG FOR PETE

“Pete” Transou and David Riggins share a hug just prior to the 15th Annual Henry Transou Golf Tournament at Cherokee National Saturday. The event is held in honor of the longtime club pro. Riggins is one of the many golfers from Cherokee County who learned the game from Henry. Results will be in Wednesday’s Ledger.

HIGHEST GPA

HIGHEST GPA — Zach Harper, senior, was awarded the Highest GPA Award from the Gaffney High basketball team with a 4.75 GPA at the banquet last Monday. Zach was also an invited participant in the East-West All Star Games at SMC and named to the Herald Journal’s 5A All Academic Team.

2019-04-29 E-Edition