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SC Lady Owls final game of regular season and District Tournament

Oct 11, 2026 | , ,

The Lady Owls surrounding Courtney Haley in celebration of her goal vs Stone Memorial

Tuesday October 6, 2026  
Smith County Lady Owls hosted Stone Memorial in the final regular season game winning 2-0.  This win was the 43rd career clean sheet for Senior Goalkeeper Catie Belle McCarter.  She has been outstanding over her four years with the team, and she has led some incredible defenses set before her.  The first goal of the game was scored by Aubree Spain who has enjoyed a fruitful season. She was assisted by McCarter, connecting immediately with a goal kick and taking the ball down the field to score.  The second goal would come late in the game from Courtney Haley who intercepted the ball back from a Stone Memorial player after a throw in and sent the ball through the traffic and leaving the goalie on the ground to hit the back of the net.  This win ended regular season play for the Lady Owls with a record of 11-1, 10 of which were clean sheets, only allowing three goals on the season. This team has been such fun to watch and we look forward to a productive post-season.
The District 5 Tournament will play the semifinals on Tuesday October 13 at Jackson County.  Smith County will play Cannon County at 5 PM and at 7 PM Jackson County will play the winner of Monday’s game of York and Monterey.  The Championship game will take place on Thursday October 15 also at Jackson County.  The following week, the Champion will have home advantage hosting East Robertson, and the Runner Up will travel to Merrol Hyde.

District Tournament schedule

Lady Owls Soccer Cannon Co., Dekalb Co. and Senior Night

Oct 5, 2026 | , ,

Article provided by Vivian Schaffers
Tuesday September 29, 2026 –
Smith County Lady Owls traveled to Woodbury for their last District Match of the regular season against Cannon County.  Smith County brought home a 3-0 win, all three goals coming from Senior Forward Aubree Spain.
Goals were scored as follows –
  • Aubree Spain, assisted by Kylee Brooks
  • Aubree Spain, assisted by Courtney Haley
  • Aubree Spain (unassisted)
Thursday October 1, 2026 –
Returning home two days later, Smith County delivered a dominant 7–0 victory over DeKalb County for their Senior Night. Matty Walker and Aubree Spain each recorded hat tricks, while Chloe Gill added a goal and an assist.
  • Matty Walker, assisted by Chloe Gill
  • Matty Walker, assisted by Aubree Spain
  • Matty Walker, assisted by Aubree Spain
  • Chloe Gill (unassisted)
  • Aubree Spain, assisted by Julie Bowker
  • Aubree Spain, assisted by Lexie White
  • Aubree Spain, assisted by Maci Cook
The Lady Owls are now 10-1 on the season and have one more contest in the regular season schedule.  Tuesday October 6th they will host Stone Memorial, then the following week will start District Tournament.
Thursday was also Smith County’s Senior Night.  At halftime the Seniors: Catie Belle McCarter, Aubree Spain, Chloe Gill, JoJo Bowker, and Sr. Manager Brooklyn Butler were all recognized.

Seniior Pictures above Senior Catie Belle McCarter,  Senior Aubree Spain and  Senior Chloe Gill

Seniors pictires above Senior JoJo Bowker and Senior Brooklyn Butler

SC Ladies Soccer Defeats Jackson County

Sep 25, 2026 | , ,

Aubree Spain scoring her 5th goal of the night vs Jackson County

Smith County traveled to Jackson County on Tuesday, coming into the rematch with a record of 7-1, the only loss being to the Blue Devils.  The Lady Owls did what they do and headed home with a clean sheet and a win of 6-0.  The defense was solid in front of Goalkeeper Catie Belle McCarter who now has a career 40 clean sheets to her record.  On the Offensive side, Smith County started the night in less than a minute with a goal by Matty Walker, assisted by Julie Bowker. The first half would continue with three more goals for the Lady Owls, all scored by Aubree Spain.  Spain had two assists, one from Kara Brooks and the other by Matty Walker.  Heading into the second half Spain would continue her run with two more goals, both assisted by Matty Walker, giving the Senior striker five goals on the night.   
Smith County will now travel on Tuesday September 29th to Cannon County for the last regular season district match.  Then home on October 1st for Dekalb County, which will also be Smith County’s Senior Night.

Smith County Ladies Soccer Continues to Win

Sep 21, 2026 | , ,

On Tuesday September 15th Smith County hosted Monterey in a District match that would end with a dominant 9-0 win for the Lady Owls.  Senior Goalkeeper Catie Belle McCarter would end the game with a clean sheet.  Smith County had two players put up hat tricks, Senior Aubree Spain scored Goal 5 assisted by Julie Bowker, Goal 6 assist from Courtney Haley and Goal 7 coming from a PK.  Junior Kylee Brooks scored Goal 2 assisted by Spain, Goal 3 and Goal 8 assisted by Matty Walker.  Matty Walker scored the first goal assisted by Aubree Spain, and goal 4 assisted by Julie Bowker. Goal 9 and the one that would end the game early was from Kylie Chiapperini.  This win brought the Lady Owls to a 6-1 record on the season and got them geared up for the next District Match on Thursday.

Thursday September 17th Smith County traveled to York for another District contest and came away with a win of 6-1.  This time Matty Walker nailed down a hat trick.  Walker scored the first goal with an assist from Aubree Spain, Goal 2 assisted by Kylie Chiapperini and Goal 3 on a PK.  Chiapperini scored goal 4 with the assist from Kylee Brooks, Goal 5 again assisted by Brooks.  The final Goal scored came from Aubree Spain.  This win brought the Lady Owls record to 7-1 and heading into the next week with a rematch against Jackson County on the road.
The District is improving which is a win for Girls soccer.  Smith County is ready for the challenge and still in the hunt.  We hope everyone will make it out to cheer them on and help keep the momentum going.

Catie Belle McCarter making a save off a corner from Monterey

Lady Owls Capture Fourth Straight Smoky Mountain Cup Championship

Sep 13, 2026 | , ,

The Lady Owls as Champions of the Mount Collins Division at the Smoky Mountain Cup

Matty Walker taking her PK against Jackson County

Goalkeeper Catie Belle McCarter making a save against White House Heritage

September 4-6 Smith County Lady Owls Soccer team made the yearly trek to the mountains for the Smoky Mountain Cup, played at Rocky Top Sports World in Gatlinburg.  For the fourth year in a row, the fifth overall, the Lady Owls came home Champions.  Friday was traveling day and ended with the team meeting at a fun center for go karting and followed by a team meal.  Saturday’s first game was against Gatlinburg Pittman.  Smith County won 1-0 after a chaotic, hot game.  The goal was scored by Senior Chloe Gill and Senior Keeper Catie Belle McCarter kept the clean sheet.  The Lady Owls second game was to be played at 8 pm against Oneida HS, TN.  The weather had another plan for the night.  The game was called for weather giving both teams a draw of 0-0.  On Sunday it came down to Smith County vs White House Heritage, the winner would win the Division and take home the Championship.  These two teams were familiar with one another having met before in regional play.  It was extremely hot and the game was played on artificial turf on a sunken football field, which added to the heat.  Both sides knew what was on the line and Smith County played a great game.  Senior Aubree Spain took a free kick that was headed by a White House player and went up over the goalie to give Smith County the winning goal in a 1-0 match.  Head Coach Nicholus Bussell and assistant Coaches, Lisa Reece and Whit Davis, had led their team to the fourth Championship in a row for the Smoky Mountain Cup.
Coming home Champions with an undefeated season so far, the team was excited, but a bit beat up.  There would be no game on Tuesday, but Thursday would be the District Opener vs Jackson County.  This would be a big game.  Jackson County had never beaten Smith County in the history of the programs, but this year Jackson County has built a much stronger team. So many things added to the drama of the night. Both sides saw cards, a yellow card for JC, a yellow Card for SC Coach, and a red card for an SC player and an ejection of a fan.  There was a two-hour lightning delay at the half that resumed play at almost 9 pm for the second half. The first half saw the first goal scored on a PK by Matty Walker putting Smith County in the lead.  Jackson County would answer it with two more goals before the halftime whistle.  Once play resumed after the lightning delay the weather had cooled but there was still heavy rain at times.  Smith County made runs for the goal but could not seem to put it in the net.  The game would end with the 2-1 Jackson County win.
Smith County will continue District Play on Tuesday September 15 at home against Monterey.  This was meant to be Senior Night for the Lady Owls but that has been moved to October 1st vs Dekalb County.  Come out on Tuesday to cheer the Lady Owls back into the hunt.  Smith County is now 5-1 on the Season with one Tournament Championship, still in the hunt for postseason and need to focus now on the district run.

The Smith County Lady Owls Soccer is back for 2026

Aug 24, 2026 | , ,

Chloe Gill passing to Kara Brooks

The Smith County Lady Owls Soccer is back, and on a mission. Last season they made program history by being in the Elite 8 at the State Tournament. This team is hungry for more of that.  They have set their standards higher and deemed this hunting season. If the first two games are indicators, then the Lady Owls are definitely on the hunt.  The season opener, on August 18th, hosting Upperman brought the first win and clean sheet of the journey.  Smith County handed Upperman an 8-0 loss. Smith County returns with talent from front to back. Goalkeeper Catie Belle McCarter recorded her first clean sheet of the season. She was helped in the task by her back line of defenders who are showing great chemistry. The Lady owls’ midfield, led by Senior Chloe Gill, is blue collar grit and they come to work. Up front Smith County is completed by a line of multipurpose strikers, led by Senior Aubree Spain.
The first half brought two goals from the Lady Owls. The first at seven minutes in with Kylie Chiapperini scoring with an assist by Aubree Spain. The second goal came from Matty Walker, again assisted by Spain. Two goals was great but it took that first half to shake first game nerves. Smith County would then blow up the second half. Seven minutes into the second half Aubree Spain would take the lead with an assist from Matty Walker.  Seven minutes later Spain would score her second, this time assisted by Julie Bowker. One minute after that fourth goal, Kara Brooks netted the fifth unanswered goal of the game and set the clock to continuous roll. Four minutes later Kara Brooks would assist the sixth goal scored by her sister Kylee Brooks. Smith County was on fire because less than a minute later Matty Walker would take down the keeper for her second and the teams seventh goal of the game. With ten minutes let on the clock the eighth and final goal of the game would come off the foot of Kara Brooks, her second of the night, assisted by Julie Bowker.
Smith County started the season with a statement by doubling the score over Upperman after beating them 4-0 at their house last season.
Smith County: 8 Goals, 6 Assists, 51 Shots, 22 Shots on Goal
Smith County Lady Owls played their second game of the season on Thursday August 20th at home versus Springfield. Last time these two met it ended in a draw. The Yellow Jackets are a 2A team and were coming off a win against Northeast.  Smith County knew this game would be a test.  The Lady Owls would however have a beautiful game, showing their grit and determination, as well as skill. Senior Goalkeeper Catie Belle McCarter would once again keep a clean sheet. The defenders played strong, being made up of a starting line of Mattie West, Lexie White, Kasie Thomas and Becca Reed.
Springfield played tough and it was a fun game to watch. The Lady Owls adapted quickly to the opponent’s style of play and the midfield battled at every turn. This was a display of toughness and power from every Lady Owl. The scoring started just five minutes into the game with a PK taken by Matty Walker. With 24 minutes left in the half, Walker would pick up the second goal for herself and the team. The third goal ten minutes later would come from the Brooks sisters. Kylee scored with an assist from Kara. The second half was dominated by Smith County but only saw two more goals. Halfway through Aubree Spain would score assisted by Courtney Haley. Five minutes later the Lady Owls were awarded a free kick taken between the box and half line by Aubree Spain. She sent the ball up top just over the Keeper’s reach into the back of the net. One of the prettiest goals we’ve seen.
Smith County is now 2-0 on the season and will next play at home against Goodpasture on Tuesday August 25 at 6 PM.
Smith County: 5 Goals, 2 Assists, 35 Shots, 13 Shots on Goal.

Julie Bowker sending the ball up

Aubree Spain taking a corner

SC Lady Owls Soccer Secure first State Tournament Appearance in program history

Oct 27, 2025 | , ,

SC Lady Owls celebrating Sectional win
SC Lady Owls celebrating Region Runner up

The Smith County Lady Owls hosted the Region semifinals on Tuesday, October 21st vs East Robertson.  The Lady Owls won 6-0, moving on to the Region Championship.  The Lady Owls who scored were Matty Walker with assist from Chloe Gill, Gill would then assist Aubree Spain with her first of three goals.  Spain would also get assists from Addie Cripps and Julie Bowker to complete her hat trick.  Matty Walker would score her second with an assist from Addie Cripps. The final goal of the night was by Kara Brooks on a free kick.  

Thursday, October 23, the Lady Owls hosted Merrol Hyde in the Region Championship.  This was the first time since 2020 that Merrol Hyde played at Smith County’s field.  The Lady Owls would lose to Merrol Hyde 9-0 to collect the Region Runner Up award and move forward to the Sectional game on Saturday October 25th.

Smith County traveled to play Stem Academy in the Sectional game at Ezell Park in Nashville on October 25.  The first half ended tied at 0-0.  The second half ended tied 1-1 with Matty Walker scoring with an assist from Julie Bowker.  The game then went into Overtime with two 10 minute halves.  Smith County scored again from Madi Kemp and assist from Addie Cripps.  The defense held Stem scoreless and the game ended 2-1 Smith County.  Securing the first State Tournament appearance in the program’s 23 year history.  

Head Coach Nicholus Bussell and The Lady Owls will travel to Chattanooga Christian on Tuesday October 28 to play Westview at 6:30 in the quarterfinals.

Smith County Lady Owls Earn 6th Straight District Champion Title!

Oct 20, 2025 | , ,

2025 District 5 A Champions, Smith County Lady Owls

The Smith County Lady Owls finished the regular season with a record of 11-1-1 (8 of those were clean sheets), District record at the end of the season was 6-0, placing Smith County at the top of the table.   Post season play started with the District Tournament hosted by Cannon County.  The Semifinal matches were Smith County vs York and Cannon County vs Jackson County.  

Smith County would win over York by a score of 4-0.  Goals scored by Matty Walker with an assist from Madi Kemp, Aubree Spain would add three more for a hat trick with the last goal being assisted by Matty Walker. Spain’s hat trick was her third in as many games. This win placed them in the Championship game against Cannon County who won over Jackson County by 3-1.

Thursday October 16th the District 5 A Championship game was held at Cannon County with Smith County being the home team on Cannon’s field.  The Lady Owl Nation showed up big for the girls and was in every moment of the hard-fought battle.  Half time the scoreboard was still 0-0.  With 5 minutes left in regulation play, the Lady Owls were awarded a free kick that was taken by Addie Cripps.  The shot sailed through Cannon’s wall of players and past the head of the keeper straight into the back of the net.  The entire stadium erupted in cheers, releasing the tension that had everyone on the edge of their seat the entire game.  Once the field found composure again Smith County went to work to make sure there would be no answer from Cannon County.  Final whistle and a 1 goal game ushered Smith County into their sixth straight District Champion title.  Head Coach Nicholus Bussell was awarded District Coach of the Year.  First team all-district Lady Owls are Jordyn Brown, Addie Cripps, Julie Bowker, and Catie Belle McCarter.  Second team all-district Lady Owls were Lexie White and Sophie Shoemake.  District Midfielder of the Year is Chloe Gill and the District MVP is Aubree Spain.

Smith County has had a great season bringing home the Championship from the Smoky Mountain Cup and now with the District Championship secured, it is time to keep moving forward.  Regional Semifinals will be played on Tuesday October 21st.  Smith County Lady Owls will host East Robertson at 6 PM at Crump Paris Park High School field.  Cannon County will travel to play at Merrol Hyde Magnet School.  Smith County Lady Owls go into this game with a 13-1-1 record and hopes to secure a win and host the Regional Championship game on Thursday October 23rd.  A loss would end their season, and this team is not ready to be done. Please come out and pack the park to cheer on your Lady Owls.

District Award Winners L-R Lexie White 2nd Team, Chloe Gill Midfielder of the Year, Aubree Spain Most Valuable Player,
Addie Cripps 1st Team, Sophie Shoemake 2nd Team, Jordyn Brown 1st Team, Julie Bowker 1st Team, Catie Belle McCarter 1st Team
2025 District 5 A Coach of the Year – Nicholus Bussell, Head Coach of the Smith County Lady Owls

SCHS Lady Owls Soccer

Sep 17, 2025 | , ,

Each year the High School Lady Owls Soccer team competes in the Smoky Mountain Cup in Gatlinburg.  This year, for the third year in a row, the Lady Owls won their division and brought home the cup. This tournament has teams from multiple states and is a high level of competition.  Smith County played Coffee County (3A), Taylor County (KY) and Loudon County (2A), winning all three games.  This year the tournament was probably the hardest. These young ladies battled in each game. The trip is also a great opportunity for team building and having fun together as a family. The large number of supporters who traveled to cheer them on was greatly appreciated.

This season has been a rebuilding year of sorts, with graduating leading scorers and the influx of new players to the team.  However, this team has come together quickly.  We are seeing goals come from multiple players, which is great for depth.  The leading scorers at this time are Aubree Spain with 10 goals, Addie Cripps and Madi Kemp each have 4 goals. Goalkeeper Catie Belle McCarter has five shutouts in nine games. The back line is doing a great job which always helps the keeper.  Currently halfway through the season with a record of 7-1-1, 3-0 in District play and improving with each game.  According to MaxPreps, Smith County is #9 in Tennessee 1A Rankings.  This team is exciting to watch, and everyone should come out to support them.

September 16, they travel to White County, then on the 23rd and 25th are at home vs Greenbrier and Cannon County.