BY DAVE LINK Bearden’s Hayden Tate was cut from the soccer team last year after tryouts and was relegated to the practice roster. But he didn’t quit. Now a senior, Tate made the team this year, earned a starting forward’s job, and is the … [Read more...]
KOC Postseason Tracker (05.12.23): Karns wins District softball, Vols signee Dylan Loy pitches perfect game, Oak Ridge baseball stuns HVA
BY JESSE SMITHEY A perfect game by a Tennessee signee. An upset by some Oak Ridge Wildcats. And a championship headed to Karns. Plenty happened on Friday night. Let's get you caught up. … [Read more...]
5STAR PHOTOS: Bearden Bulldogs at Farragut Admirals boys soccer – April 28, 2023
It's the biggest soccer rivalry in town. When the Farragut and Bearden soccer teams meet, it's a must-see — regardless of records. We have 68 photos to see from the contest from photographer Danny Parker. Check them out! NEW to 5SP? … [Read more...]
Bearden Bulldogs get past upset-minded Farragut Admirals, 4-1, in West Knoxville Soccer Showdown
BY DAVE LINK Bearden coach Ryan Radcliffe warned his boys’ soccer team Friday night not to overlook rival Farragut because of its un-Farragut-like record. The Admirals got Bearden’s attention, scoring a goal in the first minute. … [Read more...]
Lucas Nordin hat trick gives Bearden boys soccer a 5-1 win over Greeneville
BY DAVE LINK Lucas Nordin will have a tough time matching his junior season when he scored 38 goals, setting Bearden’s single-season record. Nordin did some catching up Monday night with three goals in a 5-1 win over visiting Greeneville. … [Read more...]
Lucas Nordin makes good on lone scoring chance; Bearden Bulldogs tie CPA in early season contest of big-time programs
BY DAVE LINK Bearden senior Lucas Nordin got mad Friday night. Then he got even. Nordin and his soccer teammates weren’t happy from the get-go when visiting Christ Presbyterian Academy of Nashville brought a boom box and began playing … [Read more...]
The 5STAR PREPS 2023 BOYS SOCCER PREVIEW: The Contenders and Top Players
BY DAVE LINK The Bearden boys’ soccer team has reloaded for another postseason run after losing in the Class AAA state championship match the past two seasons. But first the Bulldogs must get out of always-tough District … [Read more...]
Brinley Murphy named 2022 All-5Star Preps Girls Soccer Player of the Year
By DAVE LINK Brinley Murphy isn’t resting on her laurels. Never has. Never will. The Bearden senior is laser-focused on the next step of her soccer career – playing in fall of 2023 for South Carolina, which won the SEC championship this … [Read more...]
5STAR PHOTOS: Bearden Lady Bulldogs 2022 Class AAA Championship Match versus Houston
CHATTANOOGA — Hats off to the Bearden High School girls' soccer team for another undefeated season and Class AAA state championship. We have a full gallery of photos from the Lady Bulldogs (24-0) win over Houston on Saturday, Oct. 29, … [Read more...]
Bearden (24-0) completes second consecutive unbeaten season; Lady Dawgs top Houston, 3-1, in Class AAA state title match
BY DAVE LINK CHATTANOOGA — It was like the weight of the world was lifted off the shoulders of the Bearden girls’ soccer team Saturday afternoon. The Lady Bulldogs defended their state championship and No. 1 national ranking with a 3-1 victory … [Read more...]