BY JESSE SMITHEY The Alcoa High School football team ran its win streak to 17 consecutive games with a Rivalry Thursday victory on Sept. 11 against host West. Here's a quick read on how it happened, some offensive stat stars, trends and what to … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY There's been a slight shift of power in the area this season. And it's putting some new matchups on the marquee sign here in early September. So while the Week 4 slate may not pop off the page at you upon first glance, give … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY Get excited. Week 4 is giving you the opportunity to see many of the area's top talents in action. Take our word on this, these are five players you'll want to keep an eye on.   … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY A couple of newcomers joined the 5Star Preps POWER RANKINGS this week. See them and the rest of the area’s top teams heading into Sept. 11-12 games.   … [Read more...]

The USA Today & Tennessee Sports Writers Association’s State High School Football Rankings Sept. 8, 2025 Class 1A 1. McKenzie (15), 168 points. Record: 2-1. Last week: No. 1 2. South Pittsburg (2), 152 points. Record: 1-1. Last week: No. … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY The Powell High School football team has owned the Battle for Emory Road of late. That trend didn't change Thursday night. Deuce Rodgers' return from injury made sure of that.   … [Read more...]