BY DAVE LINK LOUDON – McMinn Central has a rich tradition in girls’ basketball but hasn’t been to the state tournament since 2016. The Chargerettes are one victory away after Wednesday night’s 75-37 victory over Meigs County in the Region 2-AA … [Read more...]
William Blount rallies to down Bearden in Region 2-4A semifinal but finish sparks debate; Karns Beavers eliminate Oak Ridge in OT
BY DAVE LINK What a night Tuesday turned out to be in the Region 2-4A boys' semifinals. The William Blount win over Bearden will spark debate for a while. The Karns overtime win over Oak Ridge could prove to be a catalyst towards making … [Read more...]
Bearden Lady Bulldogs fight off Farragut upset bid; Heritage eliminates Maryville in Region 2-4A girls semifinals
The Bearden-Farragut rival played out one last time in this 2022-23 high school girls basketball season, and what a plot twist the fourth quarter brought forth. And in the Region 2-4A semifinal before that, Heritage made some history. Here's … [Read more...]
Oak Ridge regaining stride after unexpected postseason loss; Wildcats advance to Region 2-4A Semifinals with 71-51 win at Hardin Valley
BY DAVE LINK The Oak Ridge boys’ basketball team didn’t let a Feb. 17 upset loss to Central in the District 3-4A semifinals send it on a downhill spiral. Quite the contrary. First, the Wildcats responded with a 37-point victory over West in … [Read more...]
Farragut Lady Admirals rally in the fourth on the road at Karns for a 50-44 Region 2-4A Quarterfinal win; next up is Bearden
BY DAVE LINK The Farragut girls’ basketball team survived and advanced Friday night, rallying for a 50-44 victory at Karns in the Region 2-4A elimination quarterfinals. Now comes the hard part. … [Read more...]
Dream Season Continues: William Blount Governors capture first district tournament title in 20 years
BY DAVE LINK The William Blount boys’ basketball team ended a 20-year drought in emphatic fashion Tuesday night. Junior forward Caden Windle had 24 points and double-digit rebounds, leading the Governors to a 63-49 victory over Hardin Valley … [Read more...]
Family Film Study helps Bearden Lady Bulldogs (31-0) coast to District 4-4A Tournament Championship over Heritage
BY DAVE LINK Bearden’s Avery Treadwell is peaking at the right time, and she credits her dad for it. … [Read more...]
5STAR PREPS Defensive Player of the Year (2022): Knoxville West LB Ryan Scott made an indelible impact and had a memorable season
BY DAVE LINK West football coach Lamar Brown saw plenty of memorable plays during his team’s run to a 15-0 record and the 2022 Class 5A state championship. One play stands out. Sixth game of the season. Rivalry Thursday at Alcoa. Both teams … [Read more...]
Kingston downs Loudon, 68-62, to advance to district tournament title game and secures region home game
BY DAVE LINK KINGSTON – Playing at home is invaluable in the postseason, and that’s why Kingston coach Joe Layne had no complaints Friday night. The top-seeded Yellow Jackets fended off No. 3 Loudon for a 68-62 victory in the District 3-2A … [Read more...]
SEASON STILL ALIVE: Bearden Bulldogs fend off elimination, 50-43, over Maryville; secure District 4-4A semifinals spot and region berth
BY DAVE LINK Jake Poole made his return to Bearden’s basketball team Thursday night, and it couldn’t have come at a better time. … [Read more...]