Duane Carpenter

Duane Carpenter

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An Upshur County native, Duane Carpenter has covered sports in Upshur County for three decades — first for local newspapers, then as a sports information director at the college, and now as My Buckhannon’s sports editor.

Golf Bucs steady in the storm, split season-opening tests

Buckhannon-Upshur opened its 2026 golf season in the rain, falling 185–193 to Lincoln before rebounding with a 192–211 win over Preston. Alex Fisher led the Bucs in both matches as they moved to 1–1 overall and in the Big 10.

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Bucs aim to prove themselves in season opener at Morgantown

Buckhannon-Upshur opens its boys’ soccer season Thursday at perennial power Morgantown. Backed by an experienced defense and strong senior leadership, the confident Bucs aim for a winning record and deep playoff run.

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Baisden encouraged as young Bucs continue to develop

Buckhannon-Upshur coach Sloan Baisden is encouraged by his young team’s steady growth and grasp of the playbook. The Bucs will focus on sharpening details Friday at Braxton County before opening the season against Bridgeport.

Upshur County Sports Calendar

Upshur County’s Aug. 17-23 sports calendar features golf, soccer, volleyball, football and cross country. Highlights include Buckhannon-Upshur’s football scrimmage at Braxton County and Saturday’s home girls soccer match against Parkersburg.

WVWC announces new football ticketing partnership

WVWC Athletics has partnered with Hometown Ticketing for the 2026 football season. Adult general admission is $10, season tickets are $40, and children 10 and younger and WVWC students, faculty and staff are admitted free.

Bowers’ X-C Buccaneers building miles, belief and momentum

Buckhannon-Upshur’s young cross-country teams are building mileage, confidence and chemistry under second-year coach Justin Bowers. With a committed boys squad and a deep girls roster, the Buccaneers are pushing for another trip to states.

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