BY MATTHEW LUTEY Complementary football was on full display on Friday night at West High School. Halfway through the second quarter, the Rebels had already scored on offense, defense and special teams on their way to a 56-21 victory over … [Read more...]
Deuce Rodgers’ performance powers Powell past Central, 42-35, in league win

BY MATT LUTEY With the opportunity to end the game, was there any doubt Powell was going to leave the ball in the hands of senior quarterback Deuce Rodgers? Needing a first down to run out the clock, Rodgers converted to give the Panthers a 42-35 … [Read more...]
Lakeway Christian Academy rallies to beat Webb for the first time via 35-34 win

BY MATTHEW LUTEY WHITE PINE — While it may be a new relationship, the love that Lakeway Christian’s PK Hodari has for the game of football is evident. The junior loves it so much, he had to try out just about every position Friday. Whether it … [Read more...]
Kaden Long’s big night leads Central Bobcats past West, 29-21

BY MATTHEW LUTEY Based on returning experience and early-season outcomes, it seemed possible that Central could end a five-year losing streak to West. Through three quarters, the Bobcats were not only in line to do that, but were fully in control. … [Read more...]
CENTRAL BOBCATS set tone early and often in rivalry win at Fulton

BY MATTHEW LUTEY The vision is clear for the type of season Central can have if its experienced group continues to improve. The Bobcats took care of business Friday night at Fulton in the Battle of Broadway, taking down their rival, 48-19, in a … [Read more...]
UPDATE: ANDERSON COUNTY vs. POWELL will NOT be finished on Saturday

BY MATTHEW LUTEY The first half of Friday’s season opener between Anderson County and Powell at Powell had so much happen it was all Mother Nature could handle. With the Mavericks leading 18-7 with 10 minutes, 28 seconds remaining in the third … [Read more...]
JAMBOREE REPORT: Night 1 of the 2025 Knox County Schools high school football jamboree

BY MATTHEW LUTEY Whether it was more reps, a chance to get backups valuable experience, having fun, avoiding injury, or a mix of all of the above, Thursday’s Knoxville Orthopedic Clinic Kickoff Classic at Central allowed for six high school teams … [Read more...]
Alcoa Softball blanks Sweetwater 10-0 in Class 2A State Sectional

BY MATTHEW LUTEY ALCOA — Before Alcoa’s softball season began, the players did their own vision boards. Sophomore catcher Tori Hahn’s had “25 state champs” on hers. Junior pitcher Kaylea Osborne’s said “Win state.” The vision isn’t a … [Read more...]
Defending state-champion Dobyns-Bennett ends Halls softball season, 3-0, in state sectionals

By Matthew Lutey The Halls softball team got hit early, and couldn’t get back on their feet. The Lady Red Devils suffered a season-ending 3-0 loss at home on Friday to Kingsport Dobyns-Bennett in a Class 4A state sectional. Halls (32-7-1) was … [Read more...]
Fulton Soccer magic continues; Falcons win region title in PKs over Cocke County

BY MATTHEW LUTEY It seems like every time the Fulton soccer team tries to reach a new milestone, penalty kicks are involved. So it should come as little surprise that as the Falcons tried to secure their first region title in school history, … [Read more...]