By Mike Blackerby Gibbs High School athletic director Jeff Thomas didn’t have to look far to tab the Lady Eagles’ next basketball coach. In fact, the new coach is familiar with every nook and cranny of the Gibbs gym. … [Read more...]
TKA Softball built again for another deep postseason run
CLINTON – Regan Weekly’s newfound dedication in the weight room is paying off big time in the power department for The King’s Academy softball team. Weekly belted her team-best 15th home run of the season Thursday as the Lady Lions downed host … [Read more...]
Vols signee Zane Keener stamped his CAK legacy, but he and the Warriors seek more
By Mike Blackerby Winning a third state Division II-A state baseball title in a row isn’t something they dwell on at Christian Academy. In fact, standout senior center fielder Zane Keener said the powerhouse Warriors rarely broach the topic. … [Read more...]
Impressive win total continues to climb for Gibbs Softball senior class
By Mike Blackerby Make it 161 career wins for Gibbs High School’s seniors, and these Lady Eagles aren’t done racking up victories just yet. Host Gibbs knocked off Halls 8-3 on Wednesday in a match-up of two of the area’s top softball powers. … [Read more...]
Emalee McCord and HVA Softball (20-6) notch quality win over Grace Christian
By Mike Blackerby It was as if Emalee McCord wrote the script to Monday’s Grace Christian at Hardin Valley softball game. The Hardin Valley senior was a star on the mound and at the plate as Hardin Valley came from behind late to topple the Lady … [Read more...]
Vol Track Classic: Jefferson County’s Jaycee Schroeder stands out among locals
By Mike Blackerby Jaycee Schroeder’s stock is on the rise. Jefferson County’s junior track and field thrower swept the shot put and discus at Saturday’s Vol Track Classic in Knoxville. … [Read more...]
5STAR PREPS Girls Basketball Player of the Year (2018-19): Jada Guinn (Oak Ridge)
By Mike Blackerby Paige Redman is 119-19 with three state tournament appearances in her four years as coach of Oak Ridge’s girls basketball team. It’s no coincidence that Jada Guinn was with her every step of the way. Guinn, the 5Star Preps Girls … [Read more...]
5STAR PREPS 2018-19 Boys’ Basketball Coach of the Year: Jeremy Parrott (Bearden)
By Mike Blackerby The paint wasn’t even dry on Bearden’s 2018 state semifinal loss to Memphis East and Bulldogs coach Jeremy Parrott was already planning ahead to the next season. Parrott had practically his entire team returning and he expected … [Read more...]
Allison Farr and Powell softball give Halls first District 3-AAA loss; title up for grabs
By Mike Blackerby The formula to victory looked much the same as it has the last couple of seasons for Powell High School’s powerhouse softball team. Cobble together a handful of runs and let ace pitcher Allison Farr take over. … [Read more...]
Anderson County track & field trio of seniors ready to finish with a bang
Three seniors have already left indelible marks on Anderson County’s track and field team, but they’re not finished quite yet. Lady Mavericks Brittany Bishop, Maddy Moody and Mollie Longmire still have some unfinished business to tend to as they … [Read more...]