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Austin Peay State University announced Monday night it was “moving forward with a change in leadership,” terminating baseball head coach Travis Janssen in the middle of the season.

Clarksville High pitchers Ryan Murphy and Bennett Mobley are the first pair to be named Clarksville Now Players of the Week.

Austin Peay Athletics stayed busy this past week as the school captured three OVC championships.

Earlier this week Rossview High Athletics announced the hire of Clay Head as their girls head basketball coach.

Clarksville Academy two-way player DJ Merriweather has been named Clarksville Now Player of the Week for his play throughout the week of April 11.

The Indians came into the matchup with two wins in a row; before the night was over, they would extend their winning streak after a 10-0 victory.

Early Wednesday morning, Clarksville Academy held a signing ceremony for five student-athletes.

Rossview utility player Brady Cooper is the Clarksville Now Player of the Week for his play at the plate during the week of April 4.