Commandos are in search of a postseason hat trick
For the last two seasons, the Hendersonville High football team has gotten the best of Independence in the postseason. On Friday, the top two teams in the last Class 5A Associated Press Statewide Prep...
View ArticleBucs seek vengeance in round two
It’s understandable if the Beech High football team still has a sour taste in its mouth. After all, Friday’s opponent – Hillsboro – did alter their postseason course with one clutch, fourth-quarter...
View ArticleTop high school football playoff games: Round 2
Interactive graphic Top high school football playoff games – Round 2 Here is a look at The Tennessean’s top picks for this week’s high school football playoff games, along with predictions from staff...
View ArticleTSSAA: Officials must have yearly background checks
The TSSAA voted to make background checks a requirement for all officials prior to registration in Thursday’s Board of Control meeting. The TSSAA Board of Control voted unanimously Thursday to...
View ArticleMidstate prep football teams persevere through tragedy
Nashville Christian coach Jeff Brothers (center) coaches his players during Wednesday’s practice. Siegel High School senior Michael Tewel prays for teammate Baylor Bramble prior to the Stars’ game...
View ArticleFlatt, Perry selected for TFCA Hall of Fame
Former Brentwood Academy football coach Carlton Flatt. Legendary Midstate high school football coaches Carlton Flatt and Roger Perry are set to be inducted into the Tennessee Football Coaches...
View ArticlePanther expectations remain high despite departures
A host of departures will result in mostly new faces taking the court for the Portland High School boys basketball team this season. The Panthers lost five seniors from last season’s 12-16 campaign....
View ArticleLady Panthers look to take the next step
The Portland High School girls basketball team returns a wealth of experience for the upcoming season. The Lady Panthers – who are under the direction of second-year head coach Miranda Cravens – lost...
View ArticleWest boys win battle of Portland
PORTLAND The Portland West Middle School boys basketball team never trailed in Thursday evening’s contest against cross-town rival Portland East. However, visiting Portland West had to hold on in the...
View ArticleFriday's high school playoff scores
Ravenwood linebacker Tahj Williams (right) tackles Overton’s Taverius Travis during the first half of Friday’s Class 6A playoff game at Ravenwood High School. Class 6A Maryville 49, Cookeville 10...
View ArticleBlue Devils open at full strength
The White House High boys basketball team will be in an uncommon situation when it kicks off the season on Tuesday. White House High senior point guard Luke Hopkins penetrates into the lane during a...
View ArticleLady Devils will rely on experience
The White House High School girls basketball program returns four starters from last season and welcomes back another weapon after a year’s absence. That leaves the Lady Devils optimistic as they enter...
View ArticleKirk Williams steps down as Greenbrier football coach
Greenbrier Coach Kirk Williams is stepping down after 18 seasons. Kirk Williams is stepping down as Greenbrier High School football coach after helming the program for the past 18 years. The longtime...
View ArticleTech's Vanlier is OVC co-offensive player of the week
Ex-Maplewood standout Ladarius Vanlier was named the OVC co-offensive player of the week on Sunday. Ex-Maplewood standout Ladarius Vanlier was named the OVC co-offensive player of the week on Sunday....
View ArticlePrep basketball primer: Big names back
TSSAA basketball season gets under way Monday. With the beginning of high school basketball season on Monday, here’s a quick look at some of the area’s top teams and players to watch during the...
View ArticleThe Tennessean Midstate Top 10
A look at the top high school football teams in Middle Tennessee, as ranked by The Tennessean: Interactive graphic The Tennessean Midstate Top 10 Independence players celebrate their 49-7 opening-round...
View ArticleMr. Football finalists announced
BGA’s Clay Beathard has a shot at his second consecutive Division II-A Mr. Football award this year as one of the 34 finalists announced Monday. Interactive graphic 2015 Mr. Football finalists The...
View ArticleTSSAA playoffs: Third-round breakdown
Ravenwood Head Coach Will Hester has his squad in the 6A quarterfinals against visiting White Station Friday. Some big guns went down in the state football playoffs Friday night, leaving the door wide...
View ArticleLady Bison breeze past Hunters Lane
It didn’t take long for the Station Camp High School girls basketball team to get settled in. Station Camp High junior Linze Edwards elevates for a jump shot over Hunters Lane’s Brenisha Cooper during...
View ArticleBison cruise to opening victory
Station Camp High’s boys basketball team trailed early in its season-opening contest against visiting Hunters Lane. Station Camp High senior Hayden Baldwin dunks during second-quarter action. Baldwin...
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