Category: Sports

The Newton boys track and field team turned in a strong night Tuesday at the Pirate Invite at Cumberland, finishing third in the team standings with 78 points against a competitive field. Host Cumberland won the meet with 164.5 points, followed by Casey-Westfield with 105. Newton placed ahead of Teutopolis,

Newton’s junior varsity track and field teams turned in a strong showing, with the Lady Eagles claiming the team title and the Eagles boys finishing as runner-up in a competitive meet. The Newton girls dominated the junior varsity standings with 95 points, easily outdistancing Robinson’s 30 and Brownstown’s 15. On

The Newton Lady Eagles were right in the fight until the final inning but came up just short Tuesday, falling 4-3 to St. Anthony. Newton actually outhit the Bulldogs 7-4, but a tough seventh inning proved to be the difference. The Lady Eagles broke through first in the fourth inning,

The Newton Eagles put together an impressive two-game stretch this week, dominating Dieterich 10-0 before following it up with a hard-fought 10-7 win over Mt. Carmel. Newton wasted no time taking control Tuesday against Dieterich, using a six-run fifth inning to break the game open and secure the shutout victory.

Dexter Fulton, son of Jason and Michelle Fulton, will be attending Knox College in Galesburg, IL as a member of the football team. During his time at NCHS, Dexter was also an active participant in football (captain), baseball (captain), track, BETA Club, and FCA. What made you decide this school

NEWTON — The Newton Eagles did a lot right Monday afternoon—just not enough to come away with a win. Despite out-hitting Richland County 7-5, the Eagles dropped a narrow 2-1 decision at Jasper County Boys & Girls Park. Newton had opportunities throughout the game but couldn’t quite find the timely

NEWTON — It was more than just another day on the diamond for the Newton Lady Eagles. Before the first pitch was ever thrown, the focus shifted from competition to compassion as head softball coach Sara Beam addressed the crowd during the team’s annual Autism Awareness Game. For over two

The Newton Lady Eagles delivered a night to remember Monday, edging Richland County 10-9 in a back-and-forth battle that doubled as the team’s Autism Awareness Game. With energy high both on and off the field, the Lady Eagles fought through a game filled with momentum swings, big hits, and timely

NEWTON — It was a night that blended celebration with gritty baseball, and the Newton Varsity Eagles delivered on both fronts Friday, holding off West Vigo for a 2-1 victory at home. Before the first pitch, longtime head coach Jason Fulton was recognized for reaching an impressive milestone earlier in

Newton played host to a large field on Saturday as the Olney Invitational boys track meet was relocated due to construction at Olney’s facility. Competing on their home track, the Eagles turned in a solid showing against a deep lineup of teams, finishing 11th in the varsity standings with 26