Beech Tree News Network

The Butler County Bears traveled to McLean County on Friday night for a very important district match up.  The Bears came out on top 28-16.  Several fans made the trip to Livermore for the last regular season road trip.  The Bears will host Hancock County on Friday, October 24th and Edmonson County the following week.

Last Friday, the Butler County Bears traveled to face a winless Todd County Central team. Although the Rebels had not scored double digits in a game all year, they put together a gutsy effort to scare the Bears, who escaped with a 27-23 district win.

 Early on, it was all Butler County. On the first defensive series, Dillon Brosnan and Conner Reed forced a fumble that Mason Barks quickly pounced on. Then, Blake Graham’s run off tackle from twelve yards out and Rex Henderson’s extra point put the Bears up 7-0.

The Friday night lights were on in Todd County on October 10th as the Bears made the trip to Elkton to face the Rebels of Todd County Central. A few dedicated Bear fans packed their umbrellas and ponchos to settle in for a rainy night of football.

Facing conditions that appeared more favorable for the rushing attack of Union County, the Butler County Bears—shorthanded to begin with—demonstrated smash mouth football that so many appreciate.

Coach Emmick crowded the box with a 4-4 cover three scheme. His players answered the challenge by staying in their lanes and keeping the guests out of the end zone for most all the game.

Last Friday the Butler County Bears sailed to an impressive 26-8 victory over the Union County Braves. Despite the less than ideal weather conditions, fans still made it out to support the home team. Here are some photos from Jeremy Hack and Diane Dyer of the evening. Stay tuned for the full story at a later time!

Zoie House, a member of the Butler County Cross Country team was the first female to cross the finish line at the First Annual Love for Life 5K Run/Walk at the Ohio County park.  The race was held to benefit the Hope for Life Womens Center in Beaver Dam, Ky.  The Center's purpose is to support those facing unplanned pregnancies by equipping them through prayer, counseling, education, compassion and love.

A strong Union County team will be making the long trek to Morgantown tonight to face the Butler County Bears in another important district contest.  Butler County (2-3, 0-1) is coming off a 52-14 loss against Owensboro Catholic last week.  Meanwhile, Union County (3-2, 1-0) defeated Hancock County 55-32. 

The angler’s whoop traveled fast and loud over the water from the back of Buck Creek on Cave Run Lake.
Bringing a trophy muskellunge to the boat after a spirited fight uncorks raw emotions and provides a unique sense of satisfaction. In this instance, the 45-inch torpedo of a fish was a new personal best and the fourth muskellunge the angler had caught on this cool, calm, overcast Friday in mid-September.
The fall muskellunge bite was turning on, and word traveled quickly. A parking lot that held only a handful of boat trailers on Friday was full Saturday.

Two local young ladies are members of the Fall Kentucky State 6U Softball Champions.  The team, Beast 6, played five games in one day to win the championship.  They defeated South Hardin 14-8 in the championship game.

The Butler County Bears football team fell to the Owensboro Catholic Aces this past Friday night, 52-14. The Bears (2-3) fought early; however, the Aces struck quick then demonstrated their prowess running the football late in the game.