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09/05/2026

Pioneers fall 1-2 heading into next week’s bye.

09/03/2026

BOONE — Watauga’s volleyball team served up a dominant performance in more ways than one on Tuesday night, Sept. 1, during its 3-0 win against Mount Tabor inside Lentz-Eggers Gym.

09/03/2026

The first Game Time of the season is here! Our Home Game Preview for App State vs. Maine is out now.

The section features rosters for both teams, matchup-at-a-glance stats, what to watch for as the Mountaineers open the season, and our staff's Week 1 picks.

Grab a copy or read it online at https://issuu.com/mtimes/docs/game_time_app_state_vs_maine_sept._5_2026_

Thanks to Black Bear W**e & Spirits for sponsoring this week's preview.

09/02/2026

Appalachian FC earned the USL League Two New Organization of the Year award in their debut 2026 season, recognized for operational excellence and community support, highlighting strong teamwork and commitment from players, staff, and fans.

09/01/2026

INDIANAPOLIS — Boone native and former Watauga High School Pioneer Anderson Castle was among the final cuts made to the Indianapolis Colts roster. However, the next day, the Colts brought

08/30/2026

INDIANAPOLIS — Boone native and former Watauga High School Pioneer Anderson Castle was among the final cuts made to the Indianapolis Colts roster.

08/28/2026

BOONE — During the preseason, Watauga head football coach Ryan Habich talked about the Pioneers’ challenging nonconference schedule at great length.

08/25/2026

Watauga’s girls tennis team returned to the courts on Monday afternoon, after a week off, and snapped a two-match skid with a convincing win at Ashe County.

The Lady Pioneers kickoff Northwestern 6A/7A Conference play on Tuesday against Freedom.

Check out this week’s Watauga Democrat to read all about it.

08/23/2026

08/22/2026

A big night from several varsity newcomers (including Coy Greer, pictured) lifted Watauga to a season-opening win against Ashe County on Friday night.

The Pioneers will now turn their attention to T.C. Roberson in preparation for next Friday’s contest. The Rams are being called by many the potential frontrunner for this year's NCHSAA 6A championship (which Watauga won last fall).

Check out the Watauga Democrat over the weekend for more.