BY CALEB JARREAU DANDRIDGE — Bearden defeated Jefferson County 23-20 in a dogfight on Friday night. And with the win, the Bulldogs advance to the TSSAA State Quarterfinals for the first time since 2010. The game played out how many … [Read more...]
5STAR PHOTOS powered by KOC — Bearden Bulldogs at Jefferson County Patriots (Round 2, 2023)
DANDRIDGE — Check out all 103 photos from Friday's Class 6A second-round playoff game between the Bearden Bulldogs and host Jefferson County Patriots. All photos are presented by KOC Orthopaedic Clinic. All photos were taken by Danny … [Read more...]
Jefferson County outlasts Morristown West in overtime for 27-26 win
BY MARK ALEWINE DANDRIDGE — Trailing 26-20 in overtime, Jefferson County sophomore quarterback Mason Henderson knew his team needed to find the end zone to keep the Patriots’ four-game win streak alive. … [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...]
SCRIMMAGE REPORT: Jefferson County at West Rebels – Friday, July 28, 2023
BY MIKE BLACKERBY West lost some major firepower off its 2022 state Class 5A championship team, but don’t fret for the Rebels. There appears to be no shortage of players ready to pick up the slack and step forward on offense for coach Lamar Brown … [Read more...]
Farragut advances with 17-7 win over Jefferson County; Eddie Courtney wins 200th but not ready to reminisce yet
By DAVE LINK Eddie Courtney won his 200th game as Farragut’s football coach Friday night with a hard-fought, 17-7 victory over visiting Jefferson County in the first round of the Class 6A state playoffs. Courtney, who became the Admirals’ head … [Read more...]
5STAR PHOTOS: Jefferson County at Morristown West – Week 10 (2022)
MORRISTOWN - We have a HUGE gallery for you from the Week 10 contest between the Jefferson County Patriots and Morristown West Trojans. All 89 pics are by Danny Parker. We have a free sample for you below. But to see all 89 pictures, make sure … [Read more...]
Jefferson County makes huge defensive play in final seconds for 28-24 win over rival Morristown West
BY MIKE BLACKERBY MORRISTOWN – In a back-and-forth thriller chock full of pivotal moments, Jefferson County came up with its biggest play at the frantic end Friday night against Morristown West. Patriots defensive back Xavian James intercepted a … [Read more...]
Dobyns-Bennett tops Jefferson County, 34-10; Patriots star QB Izaiah Hall leaves injured in first half
By MIKE BLACKERBY DANDRIDGE – Jefferson County was already trying to dig itself out of an early hole against Kingsport Dobyns-Bennett in Friday’s battle for first place in Region 1-6A. Then things went from worse to bad. Strong-armed junior … [Read more...]
WEEK 7 GLANCE, Part II: Jefferson County vs. D-B, Gavin Noe returns for AC, Connor Wheeler breakout star for Powell
This week’s high school football headlines for Classes 4A-6A in the 5Star Preps coverage area focuses on the following storylines among area schools: JeffCo vs. D-B showdown Update on AC standout Pivotal Region 2-5A game … [Read more...]