CLINTON — Three first-half turnovers.Four first-half lead changes. Playing without their head coach on the road in a crucial region game. Oak Ridge certainly had its share of adversity on Friday. And the Wildcats withstood it all. … [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...]
KFOA Media Day Notebook: Derek Rang, Oak Ridge prepping QBs; C.J. Smith’s recruitment; Lenoir City, Karns new coaches adjusting
BY TROY PROVOST-HERON The uncertainty Oak Ridge had at quarterback has gradually shifted since Derek Rang was hired as the head coach in January. … [Read more...]
5STAR PHOTOS: OAK RIDGE WILDCATS Spring Football Practice – May 4, 2023
OAK RIDGE — 5Star Preps popped into the Atomic City on Thursday to catch some of the Oak Ridge Wildcats in spring practice under new head coach Derek Rang. Check out all 72 photos! NEW to 5SP? Simply sign up with promo code New2023 and save 35% … [Read more...]
QUICK READ Q&A with new Oak Ridge High School football coach Derek Rang
BY JESSE SMITHEY The news finally spilled out Tuesday afternoon that Derek Rang would be the new head football coach at Oak Ridge High School. Rang, who formerly coached in East Tennessee at Powell and Gatlinburg-Pittman, resigned after one … [Read more...]
Oak Ridge High School names Derek Rang as its new head football coach
BY JESSE SMITHEY Derek Rang's journey through the high school football coaching profession has brought him back home. Oak Ridge High School named Rang the head coach on Tuesday afternoon. … [Read more...]
Gatlinburg-Pittman High School makes its new football hire; Q&A with new coach
By JESSE SMITHEY The Gatlinburg-Pittman football program didn't waste time in finding its new football coach. And, on paper, the Highlanders found a guy with an impressive background. Learn more about G-P's new coach below, including a great … [Read more...]
Derek Rang steps down as head football coach at Gatlinburg-Pittman
By JESSE SMITHEY Derek Rang announced his resignation as head football coach at Gatlinburg-Pittman High School on Monday. … [Read more...]