It’s pretty good being Catholic High School’s Jake Renfree these days. Renfree, who committed to Notre Dame earlier this month, successfully defended his Region 2 Large School cross country individual championship Thursday at Victor Ashe Park in … [Read more...]
1A-3A REPORT: Alcoa doesn’t want 2011 repeat; Big Week 11 Game at Midway
One factor that makes Alcoa High School one of the elite football programs in Tennessee is its remarkable level of consistency. That’s why Tornadoes coach Gary Rankin was quickly able to pinpoint the last time Alcoa played four quarters of lousy … [Read more...]
PLAYOFF WATCH: Week 11 is ready to set the table for 2018 postseason
After a lengthy preseason and 10 grueling weeks of high school football, it all comes down to one game here in Week 11 for many area teams. Region championships and playoff positioning are on the line at venues across the 5Star Preps coverage area … [Read more...]
Oak Ridge rally sets up region showdown with Fulton for Week 11
OAK RIDGE – Those notoriously slow starters from Oak Ridge notched another comeback victory Friday – this time against upset-minded Powell. Down by two touchdowns to the Panthers midway through the second quarter, Oak Ridge rallied for a 28-21 win … [Read more...]
Bearden, without its soccer coach, steamrolls Science Hill, 3-0, in region finals
Bearden High School, once again playing without head coach Ryan Radcliffe, steamrolled visiting Science Hill in the second half on its way to a 3-0 victory in Thursday’s Region 1-AAA soccer championship. … [Read more...]
REGION SOCCER: HVA survives late surge for 3-2 win over Powell
Hardin Valley’s 3-2 win at Powell on Tuesday in the Region 2-AAA soccer semifinals came with some unexpected late drama. Despite dominating play for most of the second half, the Lady Hawks had to hang on during the frenetic final five minutes … [Read more...]
4A/5A: Central vs. South-Doyle, Catholic QB cleared, Powell vs. Oak Ridge, Sevier vs. Halls
Central looks in the mirror and sees South-Doyle. The Cherokees look in the glass and see the reflection of the Bobcats. Two teams built along similar lines and with a recent track record of familiarity and success square off Friday night at … [Read more...]
FLASHBACK: HVA rallies (again), Samantha’s kicks, ORHS closers, William Blount hopefuls
By Mike Blackerby In case you missed it Friday night in another intriguing night of high school football in the 5Star Preps coverage area, here’s another installment of the Saturday Flashback. · Hardin Valley’s rally for the ages · … [Read more...]
Greeneville defeats Elizabethton, 35-20, and cements its reputation as 4A favorite
GREENEVILLE – The evidence just keeps piling up. Greeneville continues to embellish its resume as one of a handful of top high school football teams in Tennessee – regardless of classification. Need more forensics? … [Read more...]
SOCCER: Maryville wins ‘ugly game’ to claim District 4-AAA Championship
By Mike Blackerby Maryville defeated Hardin Valley for the District 4-AAA soccer tournament championship on Thursday, 2-0, but you get the feeling that a third meeting might be in the cards for the familiar rivals. … [Read more...]