BY DAVE LINK Bearden coach Ryan Radcliffe warned his boys’ soccer team Friday night not to overlook rival Farragut because of its un-Farragut-like record. The Admirals got Bearden’s attention, scoring a goal in the first minute. … [Read more...]
FCA Fishing Files: Joe Vaulton, Walker LaRue fish out ‘a giant’; HOLBERT, TRENTHAM are named Bassmaster All-State
BY DAVE LINK Joe Vaulton and Walker LaRue of the Alcoa Fishing Team didn’t get much accomplished in pre-week practice for the fifth stop of the Tennessee Bass Nation’s State Open Trail last Saturday on Cheatham Lake in Ashland City. At least … [Read more...]
Maryville Rebels soccer wins thriller in PKs at Hardin Valley
BY DAVE LINK Senior goalkeeper Ben Ingleston and the Maryville boys’ soccer team pulled out a dramatic victory Tuesday night, beating host Hardin Valley Academy 4-2 in penalty kicks. The game was tied 2-2 at the end of 80 minutes of regulation … [Read more...]
Loudon Redskins Baseball wins seventh in a row; tops McMinn Central, 3-0
BY DAVE LINK LOUDON – Nolan Bethel has found his rhythm on the pitcher’s mound of late, and he had it going again Monday night. Loudon’s sophomore right-hander gave up three hits in five innings, combining with Matthew Meade on a three-hitter in … [Read more...]
Farragut Lady Admirals win softball showdown of defending state champions, 8-4, over Alcoa
BY DAVE LINK Farragut’s softball team got a measure of revenge Friday night, and sophomore catcher Elsa Morrison played a big part in it. … [Read more...]
TENNIS NOTES: No. 1 Catholic rallies past Baylor; HVA Boys Tennis sets record; Farragut Lady Ads on a roll
BY DAVE LINK The Chattanooga Baylor girls’ tennis team arrived at Tyson Park on Tuesday thinking upset against Catholic, which has been ranked No. 1 in the nation by Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) since last fall. Maeve Thornton and the Lady … [Read more...]
5STAR PREPS 2023 Girls Basketball Player of the Year: Sydney Mains, Knoxville Catholic High School
BY DAVE LINK Catholic junior Sydney Mains was having a great showing during last April’s evaluation period at an Under Armour basketball tournament in Hoover, Alabama. The 5-10 guard/forward was the second-leading scorer there. More than 30 … [Read more...]
5STAR PREPS Girls Basketball Underclassman of the Year (2023): Natalya Hodge, Bearden High School
BY DAVE LINK Natalya Hodge didn’t need much time getting adjusted to high school basketball this past season. Not any time, really. Bearden’s point guard was ready from Day One to be a freshman phenom. “The adjustment was easy because … [Read more...]
Vols commit Ashton Sulack, Farragut Baseball exact revenge in rivalry series with Bearden
BY DAVE LINK Farragut senior left-hander Ashton Sulack was at the top of his game again Wednesday night. So were his Admiral teammates during a 7-0 victory over visiting Bearden. … [Read more...]
Bailey Carroll, Lenoir City baseball win regular-season district title with win over Sequoyah
LENOIR CITY – Bailey Carroll needed some last-minute rehab to be able to pitch Monday. Lenoir City’s senior left-hander hurt his knee last Thursday sliding into third base against William Blount and spent the next four days trying to get it … [Read more...]