Sports

1st annual Victory Lake Home Run Derby held

The first annual Victory Lake Home Run Derby was held on Saturday, June 10 at the Victory Lake Ball Complex. Derby organizer Logan Carpenter stated there was a great turnout for the younger age group competitions. There were 20 kids entered into the competition with 15 in the 7-9 boys and 5 in the adult age range. He said there were some good hitters and many quick boys and girls that had a blast helping chase the ball. Carpenter said he appreciated all the vendors and those who helped during the event; particularly 1st Choice Home Care. The awards were created by Logan Lepard. The derby raised $190 for Corning Baseball and Softball Leagues.

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AGFC fishing derby off the hook

Young anglers had a ‘reely’ good day last Saturday, June 10 as area families brought their fishing poles down to the fishing hole at William H. Donham State Fish Hatchery in Corning from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. for the annual fishing derby. The sounds of children’s laughter and excitement could be heard around the pond as they reeled in their catches. It was a joyful morning of angling and family time accompanied by beautiful weather. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission held their annual hatchery fishing derbies on Saturday, June 10 at all four of the agency’s warm water fish hatcheries. These derbies are for youth 18-years and younger and their families who would like to fish alongside them.

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Lady Bobcats host two-day team camp

Corning High School hosted a two-day girls’ basketball camp for senior and junior high teams on Monday, June 5 and Tuesday, June 6 at the Corning High School gymnasium. Teams from Bay, Riverside, Crowley’s Ridge Academy, Marmaduke, and Maynard attended the camp. The games consisted of two 15 minute halves with a three-minute half time.

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