OAK RIDGE — We have more than 80 photos for you below from the 2023 season opener between Jefferson County and Oak Ridge. Make sure you're logged in to your 5Star Preps account to view them all. NEW TO 5STAR PREPS? No worries. Use promo code … [Read more...]
Brandon Heyward puts on ‘magical’ performance in Oak Ridge’s season-opening win over Jefferson County
BY CALEB JARREAU Brandon Heyward seemed to be everywhere on Blakenship Field against Jefferson County. Whether it be at wide receiver or corner, the senior was making plays when Oak Ridge needed it the most. Heyward’s interception and 94 yards … [Read more...]
Powell Panthers (11-2) take care of Oak Ridge in quarterfinals to set up huge 5A semifinal against West (13-0)
By MATTHEW LUTEY As sharp as Powell looked Friday night against Oak Ridge, it wouldn’t be fair to say that the Panthers were looking ahead to a potential state semifinal matchup with West. But it was clear that as soon as the clock hit zero, the … [Read more...]
5STAR PHOTOS: Rhea County Golden Eagles at Oak Ridge Wildcats – Class 5A First Round (2022)
OAK RIDGE — The Oak Ridge Wildcats faced off against the visiting Rhea County Golden Eagles on Friday, Nov. 4, in the Class 5A playoffs. See all the action through the lens of Charles Mays. We have a free sampling of his work below. But to view … [Read more...]
5STAR PHOTOS: Greeneville Greene Devils at Oak Ridge Wildcats – Week 8 (2022)
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. — 5Star Preps was on hand for Friday's Greeneville at Oak Ridge high school football game on Oct. 7. We have some free pic samples for you below, but to view the full gallery of 83 photos you’ll need to log in to your 5Star Preps … [Read more...]
24 Top Area High School Football Prospects from the Class of 2024 – Verson 1.0
by JESSE SMITHEY You've probably seen it on social media, especially if you keep a half-interested eye on the football recruiting scene. But big-time NCAA football programs are now, on Sept. 1, able to unleash a wave of communication and … [Read more...]
FIVE PLAYERS YOU NEED TO SEE IN WEEK 3 (2022)
by JESSE SMITHEY Maybe your team has a bye this week, and you're looking for someone to go watch. Maybe you don't have a team at all, and you're just wanting to hit up a different game each week this season. Regardless of your sitch, we have … [Read more...]
5 Area Football PLAYERS TO WATCH in Week 2 (2022)
BY JESSE SMITHEY Discover the talent before they become stars. Here are FIVE players you should see in Week 2. Pick one. Go watch him. Trust me. … [Read more...]
5SP Jamboree Report: Elizabethton QB News, Clinton’s transfer, Catholic’s offense, Oak Ridge vs. AC, Morristown East vs. Grace
By DYLAN YOUNG JEFFERSON CITY — While the Elizabethton Cyclones are seeking their fourth consecutive appearance in the Class 4A State Championship, they are also seeking the right quarterback to lead them there. Cyclones’ head coach Shawn Witten … [Read more...]
What You May Have Missed in May (2022)
BY JESSE SMITHEY So much has been going on during the high school postseason in May. With 5Star Preps filling your social media timelines with five spring sports postseason scores and updates, perhaps some noteworthy and newsy items slipped … [Read more...]