SHENANDOAH, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles defeated the Page County Panthers 48-13 at Buddy Comer Stadium. The Eagles scored on every drive in the first half and went into the locker room at halftime with a 48-7 lead.
The Eagles got touchdowns from Wilson Taylor (2) one rushing, one a touchdown reception from Tanner Sipe, Wyatt Palmer (2), Carson Chinn, Lincoln Booker, and Jacob Poole. Drake Barton had a busy night as he was 7 of 8 on extra points and kicked off 8 times.
The win moves the Eagles to 7-0 and 2-0 in the Bull Run District. They will face the undefeated Strasburg Rams next week in Berryville at the Felt.
The Clarke County Sports Game of the Week sponsored by Photography Concepts can be viewed below.
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WOODSTOCK, Va.- Photography Concepts and Clarke County Sports senior photographer Doug Aylestock was on hand and captured all the action of the Clarke County victory over Page County. Video produced by Clarke County Sports Media Productions
WOODSTOCK, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles went into Woodstock on Monday and emerged victorious over the rival Central Falcons. This was the first Bull Run District game for the Eagles and they move to 6-0 and 1-0 in the Bull Run District.
The Eagles got scores from Wyatt Palmer (2), Tanner Sipe and Joseph Stem on a pick six.
Game highlights and post game interviews can be seen below. The Clarke County Sports Game of the Week sponsored by Photography Concepts.
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FRONT ROYAL, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles (4-0) defeated the Warren County Wildcats (0-3) 31 to 0 at Warren County High School. The Eagles got two touchdowns from Wyatt Palmer, with Wilson Taylor getting one on the ground and William Wiita scored on a deflected pass and raced in with the pick six. Drake Barton kicked 4 pat's and a field goal to round out the scoring.
Eagles players Carson Chinn, Wyatt Palmer, and William Wiita along with head coach Casey Childs speak with Moe Murphy and Clarke County Sports after the game.
BERRYVILLE, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles defeated the Buffalo Gap Bison 35 - 22 on Hall of Fame / Youth Football Night at the Felt.
The Eagles scored 5 times on the ground with Tanner Sipe and Wyatt Palmer each scoring twice and Wilson Taylor going in once. Drake Barton was 5 of 5 on point after attempts.
Eagle players Brady MacDonald, Tanner Sipe, Wyatt Palmer, and Wilson Taylor speak with Clarke County Sports after the game, which can be seen below. More game coverage coming soon...
Wilson Taylor races for the first TD of the 2024 season. photo by Doug Aylestock
ASHBURN, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles traveled to Ashburn twice before they could play the game. Lightning delays caused the postponement of the Thursday night opener. The Eagles returned on Friday and took care of business with a convincing 55-9 victory over the Rock Ridge Phoenix.
The 24 hour delay did not seem to hamper the Eagles in any fashion.
"It was hard for all of us to come and sit here for three hours."Eagles Running back Wyatt Palmer said. "It was hot, exhausting, none of us wanted to do it, but we stayed focus and came locked in."
The Eagles scored on their first drive when Wilson Taylor went around the left end and raced untouched for the opening drive's score.
Palmer scored the next three times on runs of 25, 76, and 46 and ended up with 165 yards.
Wyatt Palmer ran wild gaining 165 yards and 3 touchdowns. photo by Doug Aylestock
Rock Ridge got their lone touchdown near the end of the first quarter, after the Eagles had already put the game out of reach.
Tanner Sipe passed for 78 yards on 3 of 5 and 1 touchdown. A 53 yard strike to Lincoln Booker. Sipe also rushed for a score.
The Eagles also got scores from Will Witta and Brayden Roper. Witta from one yard and Roper took a run 67 yards to the house.
Carson Chinn had an interception and continues to lead the Eagles in tackles. Joseph Stem, and Brandon O'Bannion all had strong games, as did the entire team.
Drake Barton was 7 of 8 on extra points.
The Eagles will travel to King William on Friday to face the King William Cavaliers. The Eagles defeated the Cav's last year at the felt 34-7, but this years game is expected to be much closer.
"We are excited about the opportunity,"Head Coach Casey Childs said. "It's the kind of game you want to play in. It's two of the best 2A programs in the state. These are the kind of games you sign up to play in."
Game highlights and post game interviews can be seen below on the Game of the Week and Doug Aylestocks photography can be seen on the Friday Night Lights Link below the game of the week.
Tanner Sipe Wilson Taylor Wyatt Palmer Carson Chinn
photo courtesy Clarke County Football
BERRYVILLE,Va.- The2024 Clarke County High School Varsity Football Captains took time after practice today to speak with Moe Murphy of Clarke County Sports about the upcoming 2024 season. The four seniors have been mainstays in the Clarke County Eagle football program for several seasons.
BERRYVILLE, Va.- The Clarke County High School Head Football Coach Casey Childs sat down and spoke with Moe Murphy of Clarke County Sports about the upcoming 2024 Eagles Football team, schedule, the Bull Run District and the upcoming opener this Thursday in Ashburn as the Eagles face the Rock Ridge Phoenix.
The interview is presented by Clarke County Sports Media Productions and is part of our Annual Pre Season Show.
BERRYVILLE, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles JV and Varsity football teams scrimmaged on Friday against the James Wood Colonels. The scrimmage wraps up the summer practices and the Eagles will travel to Ashburn on Thursday, 8/29/2024 to face the Rock Ridge Phoenix. The Eagles defeated the Phoenix 42-7 last year to open their season.
Moe Murphy from Clarke County Sports Media Productions was on hand to capture the action which can be seen below.
BLUEMONT, Va. - Clarke County Sports Owner/Editor Moe Murphy has announced that Clarke County Sports will be presenting the Clarke County Sports Coaches Leadership Award to two senior members of the Eagles Football Team.
The award is fashioned after the old Malloy Unsung Hero Award, (No longer active). Senior members of the team are eligible and will be selected by the Eagles Coaching Staff. The award is based on who shows leadership character throughout the season both on and off the field, such as in the classroom. Also be willing to work with underclassmen and do what is necessary for the best of the team.
"The coaches are with the kids as much as anybody and they can see who develops into a team leader as the season progresses." Murphy said.
The award will be made at the end of the final home regular season home game on Senior night. Winners will be presented with plaque and a Dick's Sporting Goods Gift Card.
Senior night is Friday November 1 against Luray. Kickoff is 7:00PM at Wilbur M. Feltner Stadium in Berryville, Va.
STERLING, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles Football Program travelled to Sterling on Thursday to face the Dominion Titans in their first scrimmage of the 2024 season. Varsity, JV, and Freshman all made the trip and faced off in controlled scrimmages.
The Eagles looked fairly sharp, however several shotgun snaps failed to hit the spot and will need to be corrected.
Moe Murphy of Clarke County Sports was on hand to capture the action.
BERRYVILLE, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles finished up their week 2 two a day practices a day early due to impending weather related to Tropical Storm Debby. Friday's activities were cancelled and the Eagles will resume practice on Monday at 3:30PM, and will continue to practice at that time the remainder of the summer.
Moe Murphy from Clarke County Media Productions was on hand to cover the practices and presents a short film entitled Two a Day Twice the fun.
The Eagles will scrimmage Dominion in Sterling on Thursday August 15. JV at 6:00PM followed by the Varsity.
BERRYVILLE, Va.- The Clarke County Eagle Football Team opened their 2024 season with three days of helmet only conditioning practice held at the High School.
"We are known for a lot of things." Eagles head coach Casey Childs told the team after practice on Saturday. "The single wing, winning a lot of football games and being hard. We are hard. You guys showed it out here the last three days."
Clarke County Sports and Doug Aylestock were on hand for the three days and compiled a short documentary capturing the action and atmosphere.
The team will be off Sunday and will return on Monday morning at 8:00 for the first of two practices, an afternoon session will be held from 1:00-3:00PM.
3 Days In the Fire Produced by Clarke County Media Productions
WINCHESTER, Va.- The Clarke County Eagle varsity football team went up against the Skyline Hawks at Millbrook High School in 7 on 7 passing drills held on June 13. Clarke County Sports Media Productions was on hand to film the action.
WINCHESTER, Va.- The Clarke County Eagle varsity football team went up against the Skyline Hawks at Millbrook High School in 7 on 7 passing drills held on June 13. Clarke County Sports Media Productions was on hand to film the action.
WOODSTOCK, Va.- The Riverhead Gladiators gained revenge for an earlier 8-7 loss to the Central Falcons as the defeated Central 41-14 to capture the VHSL AA Region B Championship held at Central High School. The Gladiators scored three times in the the first half to put the game out of reach by halftime. Game Highlights and trophy presentation courtesy of Clarke County Sports.
ASHBURN, Va.- The Washington Commanders are preparing to open their 2024 Training Camp on Wednesday July 27, 2024 with practice starting at 9:00AM. Parking lots open at 7:30AM and the gates will open at 8:00AM.
BERRYVILLE, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles 2024 Football Schedule has been released and this season will the Eagles will play 6 games on the road and travel 734 miles, averaging 122 miles per game.
"We played 6 games at home last season, and things definitely evened out this year, and we will have to adjust to playing away games." Eagles Head Coach Casey Childs said earlier.
The Eagles start off on a Thursday night as they travel to Ashburn to face the Rock Ridge Phoenix. The Eagles got an opening season home win last year against the Phoenix. Five of the first seven games are on the road.
Week 2 is the longest trip of the year as the Eagles will face the King William Cavaliers in the final game of a two year contract. Rock Ridge, Buffalo Gap and Catoctin, MD also are in the second year of a two year contract.
The Hall of Fame Game and Little League Night have been combined and will be played September 13 at the Felt as Buffalo Gap visits the Eagles. Homecoming will be October 4 as Catoctin, MD comes to the Felt, and Senior Night is against Luray on November 1.
Notable this year is the lack of a West Virginia team in the scrimmage or regular season. The Eagles have been scrimmaging Jefferson County, WV for several years and before that scrimmaged Washington and Musselmen, and Berkeley Springs.
This season the Eagles will scrimmage Dominion (Loudoun County) and James Wood. "We just decided to move in a different direction with our scrimmage's and are excited to face Dominion and James Wood" Childs said.
SALEM, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles Girls Soccer teams magical run came to a crashing halt on Saturday as the Eagles fell to the Glenvar Highlanders 1-0, after being tied at the end of all overtime periods the scoreless game moved to penalty kicks that gave Glenvar the Cup via a 4-3 shootout victory.
Clarke County Sports was on hand and filmed the entire game and medal ceremony after the game.
The loss ended a run that included their 4th State Championship last year and their chance to win a fifth title.
Previous Clarke County High School Girls Soccer State Champions. (Courtesy VHSL)
HARRISONBURG, Va.- Several members of the Clarke County Eagles Boys and Girls track team competed in day 2 of the VHSL AA State Track & Field Championships held on Saturday at Sentara Park Athletic Complex on the campus of James Madison University. Moe Murphy of Clarke County Sports was on hand to capture the action.
STAUNTON, Va.- The Clarke County Eagles competed in the VHSL AA Region B Championships on Thursday and came away with 2 individual and one team championship.
The girls finished in 2nd overall behind Fort Defiance, and the boys came in 4th behind, Stuarts Draft, Riverheads and edged out for 3rd by 2 1/2 points to Mountain View.
"We had a few competitors missing for the boys team, but everybody competed hard and we had some good performances." Eagles Head Coach Andre Kidrick said. "Not having anyone competing in the Pole Vault always costs us points right off the bat."
Will Booker won the high jump and broke the school record with a jump of 6' 5 1/2". Ellis Nei held the record prior to Bookers winning jump. Video courtesy of Kristi Persinger Booker
Will Booker Record Breaking Jump
Emmalene Morris was one of three competitors selected for the Girls Meet MVP. Morris accounted for 22.5 points placing 2nd in the 100 Hurdles, and high jump, 5th in the 200 meters, and was the anchor leg of the 4X100 relay team that captured the Championship trophy. The other members of the relay team were Robyn Preston, Alainah McCavish, and Regan Myers with a time of 52.42, edging out Stuart's Draft.
Haley Foltz captured 1st place in the the girls discus with a throw of 102' 11" the only female to break 100'.
"Some people hit it in the Districts, and others placed well in the regionals, we have to step up and have everybody's best performance at JMU this weekend.
Several other Eagles had medal winning performances to help to contribute to the high team scores.
WINCHESTER, Va.- NFL Hall of Fame running back Eric Dickerson was on hand as one of the Sports Marshall's at last years Winchester Apple Blossom Festival. Eric took time to speak with Clarke County Sports about his appearance.
The James Madison Dukes have released their 2024 football schedule. Highlighting the season are games with UNC Charlotte, North Carolina, Coastal Carolina and Marshall.
ASHBURN, Va.- In the wake of free agency, the Washington Commanders have released two long time Commanders. Logan Thomas and Charles Leno Jr. (Read full article at the Official Washington Commanders Website)
