By DAVE LINK South-Doyle football coach Clark Duncan can’t wait to see his linebackers perform when and if the 2020 season happens. It might be the best linebacker bunch he’s had in 11 years coaching the Cherokees. … [Read more...]
To Pros or Not to Pros? That is Lukas Cook’s question
by Dave Link
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By DAVE LINK Lukas Cook isn’t sure where his baseball future is headed. The Hardin Valley Academy senior shortstop has signed to play at South Carolina but has the option of turning pro when and if Major League Baseball’s 2020 Draft takes place. … [Read more...]
Coaches, TSSAA weigh in on future of high school lacrosse in Tennessee
by Dave Link
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Patrick Doyle wasn’t happy when he heard the news March 18 of the TSSAA’s decision to postpone the sanctioning of lacrosse for the 2021-2022 school year. Doyle coaches the Seymour girls’ lacrosse team and is on the board of the Tennessee Girls … [Read more...]
Fulton basketball star announces a unique verbal commitment to Maryville College
by Dave Link
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Domenic Holland made his college commitment announcement on Twitter, like so many of his peers do. But he didn't commit to continue playing. He announced a commitment of a much different kind, as 5Star Preps writer Dave Link … [Read more...]
Best Heritage baseball team still looks to leave a bigger legacy
by Dave Link
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By DAVE LINK Robbie Bennett might have his best team in 19 years as the Heritage baseball coach. The Mountaineers (9-1) can do it all. “This year we’ve got all three facets,” Bennett said Saturday. “We can win with our pitching, with our … [Read more...]
FISHING FOR A FUTURE: Anderson County students earn college scholarships through fishing competition
by Dave Link
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By DAVE LINK Storm Cline was taking part in an Anderson County High School football practice late last July when his cell phone rang. The senior linebacker had asked one of the Mavericks’ assistant coaches to hold his phone, just in case Cline … [Read more...]
Coronavirus costing TSSAA spring sports teams opportunities, wins, trips, funds and possibly a season
by Dave Link
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By DAVE LINK Carol Mitchell has seen just about everything in her 26 years as the Gibbs softball coach. Nothing prepared her for what’s happened the last couple of weeks. … [Read more...]
5Star Preps Boys Soccer Preview (2020)
by Dave Link
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Soccer season is in full swing, and as usual, the 5Star Preps coverage area has several teams with potential to make state championship runs. Not to mention all-state players. So get out this spring and enjoy the action on the pitch. Here … [Read more...]
Freshman Tai Cates a cut above the rest Monday but Alcoa falls in Class AA state sectionals
by Dave Link
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By JESSE SMITHEY ALCOA – Tai Cates got a nasty gash on his cheekbone that left him dizzy Monday night, but it likely paled to the pain he felt an hour or so later. Alcoa’s freshman guard scored 34 points during the Tornadoes’ 76-70 loss to … [Read more...]
Maryville Lady Rebels basketball heading back to state for first time since 1999
by Dave Link
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By DAVE LINK MARYVILLE — There was little drama in the final minutes Saturday night when the Maryville girls’ basketball team clinched the program’s first state tournament berth since 1999. The Lady Rebels (30-4) led from start to finish – … [Read more...]