
Parker Newman (6) and the Sevier County Smoky Bears will have a chance to repeat as 5A state champions next week in Chattanooga. (Photo by Danny Parker)
BY NOAH TAYLOR
SEVIERVILLE — Cooper Newman, the junior standout quarterback from Sevier County, and his teammates lingered on the field after a Monday practice in October.
Three days earlier, Sevier County’s 21-game win streak, which included the 2024 TSSAA Class 5A state title, was halted in a 33-31 loss to Grace Christian Academy on its home turf.
After the coaches walked off the field, the team stayed behind.

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