By DAVE LINK Farragut sophomore Annabelle Ekern has spent plenty of time kicking the soccer ball with her older brother and sister, and it paid off Tuesday night. Ekern scored off a corner kick and a long free kick as Farragut (13-4-3) notched … [Read more...]
TSSAA State Volleyball: Anderson County, Maryville highlight Day 1 action from area teams
By JESSE SMITHEY Area teams didn't necessarily dominate the opening day of the TSSAA State Volleyball Championships, but wins by Anderson County and Maryville highlighted our area teams' efforts in Murfreesboro. … [Read more...]
Josh Igou State Farm’s “Where Are They Now?” – Cade Ballard (Greeneville)
WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Cade Ballard, Greeneville High School (2015-18 seasons) NOW: After not playing for Army in 2019, Ballard -- listed as a freshman on this season's roster -- made his first start this past Saturday for the Black Knights (5-1). … [Read more...]
PLAYOFF WATCH: What to look for this week in TSSAA State Volleyball and Region Soccer tournaments
BY JESSE SMITHEY There's a time in the fall high school sports calendar when a logjam occurs, as volleyball, girls soccer, football and cross country are all vying for the attention of fans. That time is this week. While football begins its … [Read more...]
5STAR PREPS Top 15 Football Teams (Week 10, 2020)
By JESSE SMITHEY Losses by Central, Catholic and The King's Academy in Week 9 caused a readjustment to the 5Star Preps Top 15. And this week, there are three contests that match up teams from our Top 15: Maryville at McMinn County, South-Doyle … [Read more...]
Week 9 (2020) boxscores, Week 9 scoreboard and Week 10 schedule
Check out all the area's football boxscores from Week 9, the Week 9 scoreboard and a look ahead to the Week 10 schedule. … [Read more...]
Once 0-3, Fulton secures Class 5A playoff berth with 33-26 win over Campbell County
BY JESSE SMITHEY A season ago, the Fulton football program needed a miracle in the 11th hour of Week 11 to sneak into the postseason for an 11th consecutive season. But despite an 0-3 start this fall, the Falcons won't have such a dire need for … [Read more...]
Knoxville Catholic comeback falls short in final minute against Chattanooga Baylor, 20-17
BY JESSE SMITHEY Close calls are becoming a thing for the Catholic Fighting Irish. Especially in Division II-AAA contests. Thursday night was no exception, as their game with Chattanooga Baylor came down to the final minute. … [Read more...]
5Star Preps Football Stats Leaders through Week 8 (2020)
By JESSE SMITHEY Here are you area high school football statistical leaders through Week 8 of the 2020 season. Coaches may send a cumulative stats report to [email protected]. Stats will be added Wednesday night and Thursday, as more … [Read more...]
5Star Preps WEEK 9 (2020) Game Predictions
By JESSE SMITHEY It’s Bearden-Farragut Week. It’s Elizabethton-Greeneville Week. And, it’s time for Game Predictions for Week 9. … [Read more...]