By MIKE BLACKERBY MORRISTOWN – Morristown West’s start was horrendous. Its comeback was monumental. The Trojans spotted Sevier County a 14-0 lead before scoring 31 unanswered points on their way to a 31-21 victory in their Class 5A playoff opener … [Read more...]
ROUND ONE GLANCE: G-P faces top-tier RB, Lakeway’s Next Step in DII, Coalfield in good spot to continue deep-round runs
Here’s the lowdown on some first-round playoff games of note Friday in Class 3A, 1A and Division II-A in the 5Star Preps coverage area. G-P’s defensive challenge Lakeway’s next step? Coalfield’s semifinal tradition … [Read more...]
ROUND 1 GLANCE: The Gibbs Tour Continues, Carter Rematches Elizabethton, Sevier vs. Morristown West
High school football moves into prime time this week with the first round of the TSSAA playoffs across the state. We take a look at some of the more intriguing matchups and developments Friday in Classes 4A-6A in the 5 Star Preps coverage … [Read more...]
Gibbs Eagles drop 71 points in Senior Night win; Team secures 2-seed for next week’s 4A playoffs
By MIKE BLACKERBY JEFFERSON CITY – Burke-Tarr Stadium isn’t exactly home sweet home for the Gibbs High School football team. But the Carson-Newman University field will forever be remembered by the Eagles and their fans as one of their favorite … [Read more...]
WEEK 11 GLANCE: Oak Ridge at Campbell County, Central vs. No. 1 West, Farragut at Bearden rivalry
In the high school football report for Classes 4A-6A in the 5Star Preps coverage area we examine some of the games with major playoff implications as local teams put a wrap on the 2022 regular season. Is it really Week 11 already? Monster game … [Read more...]
WEEK 11 GLANCE: Gatlinburg-Pittman at Pigeon Forge, Guettner returns to QB at Kingston, Coalfield plays with ‘complete’ effort
In the high school football report for Classes 1A-3A we dissect some of the games that have the most impact on the playoff picture in Week 11 and take a look back at one of last week’s most impressive wins: No. 2 seed at stake in Region 2-3A … [Read more...]
Jefferson County makes huge defensive play in final seconds for 28-24 win over rival Morristown West
BY MIKE BLACKERBY MORRISTOWN – In a back-and-forth thriller chock full of pivotal moments, Jefferson County came up with its biggest play at the frantic end Friday night against Morristown West. Patriots defensive back Xavian James intercepted a … [Read more...]
WEEK 10 GLANCE, part II: Coalfield vs. Oliver Springs for region, Oakdale’s outlook, Catholic vs. Powell
In the high school football report for Division II and Classes 1A-3A in the 5Star Preps coverage area we preview some of the big games coming up Friday in Week 10: Coalfield vs. Oliver Springs for region title Oakdale’s playoff hopes … [Read more...]
WEEK 10 GLANCE: Maryville plays underdog role, Morristown East sets record, Bearden looks to turn off AC
BY MIKE BLACKERBY In the high school football report for Classes 4A-6A in the 5Star Preps coverage area we take a look at some of the notable games from last week and marquee games upcoming in Week 10: Showdown of Rebels in West Knoxville … [Read more...]
WEEK 9 GLANCE, part II: Loudon’s ‘best half’ of the year, late-bloomer QB leads G-P, Oliver Springs returns key player
By MIKE BLACKERBY In the high school football report for Classes 1A-3A in the 5Star Preps coverage area we take a look at some of the notable games from last week and developments moving forward in Week 9: Loudon’s big second half G-P’s … [Read more...]