Junior linebacker Parker Newman (6) and the Sevier County Smoky Bears hosted the West Rebels for a TSSAA Class 5A first-round state playoff game on Hardin-Robertson Field on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, in Sevierville, Tennessee. Sevier County advanced, 34-9. (Photo by Danny Parker)
BY DEAN FOX
SEVIERVILLE — Even when the goal is the same, it never hurts to embrace change. Just ask Sevier County.
The Smoky Bears took another step toward a second straight title Friday night, overpowering West 34-9 in the opening round of the Class 5A playoffs. The game was called with 3 minutes, 34 seconds remaining after lightning rolled in — long after the outcome was decided.
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