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...]
WEEK 9 GLANCE: Heritage Mountaineers look for big October, Lenoir City building toward more wins, Jefferson County vs Science Hill
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 top storylines this week: Heritage has huge ‘opportunity’ Lenoir City ends region streak Region 1-6A … [Read more...]
Gianni Magdos, Powell Panthers take down Campbell County, 58-36, to take command of Region 3-5A
By MIKE BLACKERBY POWELL — Gianni Magdos’ penchant for the big play helped turn the tide in Powell’s favor against stubborn visiting Campbell County Friday night. Magdos had the first three-interception game of his career and the Powell senior … [Read more...]
WEEK 8 GLANCE, part II: Campbell County at Powell, Gibbs at Anderson County, Greeneville at Oak Ridge previews
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 key matchups this week: Campbell County at Powell Gibbs at Anderson County Greeneville at Oak Ridge … [Read more...]
Catholic faces nationally ranked Lipscomb, Oliver Springs wins third in a row, Pigeon Forge still fighting for 2-seed
By MIKE BLACKERBY This week’s high school football rundown for Division II and Classes 1A-3A in the 5Star Preps coverage area takes a gander at the following area schools: Catholic’s huge mid-state challenge Jackson leads Oliver Springs … [Read more...]
Dobyns-Bennett tops Jefferson County, 34-10; Patriots star QB Izaiah Hall leaves injured in first half
By MIKE BLACKERBY DANDRIDGE – Jefferson County was already trying to dig itself out of an early hole against Kingsport Dobyns-Bennett in Friday’s battle for first place in Region 1-6A. Then things went from worse to bad. Strong-armed junior … [Read more...]