By MIKE BLACKERBY RUTLEDGE – Senior-led Grainger got a big lift from junior Audrey Stratton on Saturday against Alcoa in the state Class AA sectionals. In fact, Stratton may have delivered a season-saving performance in the second half as the Lady … [Read more...]
No. 24 Bearden zones in and fends off Grainger upset bid
By MIKE BLACKERBY RUTLEDGE – After a strong first quarter, Grainger’s girls had high hopes of an upset against the state’s top-ranked Class AAA team on Saturday. … [Read more...]
Tori Rutherford puts defensive and winning mindsets first in career at Grainger
By MIKE BLACKERBY RUTLEDGE – Tori Rutherford recently broke the 1,500-point barrier for her career. Ironically, scoring is way down the list of priorities for Grainger’s two-time senior all-state standout. “Many players are more offensive-minded," … [Read more...]