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November 23, 2007
Bath County Chargers stops Indians 18-12
Quinton Hensley had a bad feeling about his Rural Retreat football team Thursday. Hensley felt even worse Friday night.
Phillips dominant leading Sullivan South to impressive 41-14 win over Greeneville
"Curt! Curt! Curt! Curt!" came the chant, from a deep sea of game-worn blue, red and white jerseys.
Blues offense provides warmth, big plays in win over Marion
Showing no effects from sub-freezing temperatures or the Marion defense, the Blue Tornadoes rolled to their fourth straight regional title with a 39-20 thumping of the Scarlet Hurricanes in the Region IV, Division 3 finals Friday night at Ernie Hicks Stadium.
Commonwealth Cup will be decided today when Virginia hosts Virginia Tech
By now, even casual fans realize that the winner earns the Atlantic Coast Conference Coastal Division title along with a ticket to the ACC championship game and possibly the Jan. 3 Orange Bowl.
Sharitz’ touchdown pass to Sawyers in overtime gave Maroons victory over Giles
A few minutes after leading his team to a victory on Friday afternoon, George Wythe High School quarterback Jacob Sharitz stood on the field and admitted he was still shaking.
Simple scenario for VOLS today
Win at Kentucky, an opponent the Volunteers have beaten 22 consecutive years, and they?ll advance to next Saturday?s Southeastern Conference title game in Atlanta against No. 1 LSU.
Pride at stake when Powell Valley faces Gate City today for Region D, Division 2 championship
"It?s a typical rivalry game," Fraley said. "People underestimated us and developed opinions after we lost a few games earlier this season. We?ve really pulled together as a team since then."
Clintwood to face four-time defending regional champion J.I. Burton for Region D, Division 1 champio
For the second straight season, the Clintwood High School football team has used a late-season push to reach the regional title game.
Greenway earns Watauga Orthopaedics POW
November 21, 2007
Indians’ Dix a four-year contributor
During Quinton Hensley?s first season as the head football coach at Rural Retreat High School back in 2004, he inserted a freshman offensive lineman into the starting lineup.
Thanks to line, it starts up front for UT offense
Tennessee coach Phillip Fulmer is fond of saying, "It all starts up front."
Bragging rights important in ACC showdown
The football rivalry between Virginia and Virginia Tech will attract national attention Saturday at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville.
South’s secret: junior Fletcher
South?s offense (11-1) also has a secret weapon: 5-foot-8, 178 pound junior running back Taylor Fletcher.
November 19, 2007
LOCALS IN COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Watkins off to strong start for Liberty
Former Tennessee High star Courtney Watkins having early-season scoring spree for Flames; plus a look at other local athletes currently playing on the collegiate level
November 18, 2007
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Gate City eliminates Lebanon
Strong running game, defense leads Gate City to 31-22 victory over rival Lebanon in Region D, Division 2 playoffs
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Gate City eliminates Lebanon
Strong running game, defense leads Gate City to 31-22 victory over rival Lebanon in Region D, Division 2 playoffs
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Mitchell powers Powell Valley to win
Cedric Mitchell strong on kick returns as Powell Valley posts 33-28 win over Honaker in Region D, Division 2 playoffs
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Clintwood crushes Appalachia
Clintwood earns 41-16 victory in Region D, Division 1 playoffs
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Big plays for J.I. Burton in big win
Martinez Miles shines as Burton cruises to 48-6 win over St. Paul in Region D, Division 1 playoffs
November 16, 2007
Prep roundup: Phillips racks up yards, TDs in South win
Sullivan South?s football team started fast for a change and has moved into the Class 4A quarterfinals.
Touchdown Friday Night Scoreboard
Sullivan South advances by beating Morristown West and Hampton stays unbeaten after beating Oneida
Richlands dominates defeating Patrick County 49-14
The Richlands Blue Tornadoes are in a familiar spot, in the Region IV, Division 3 championship game after a 49-14 thumping of Patrick County on Friday night at Ernie Hicks Stadium.
Maroons defeat Blue Devils 50-8 in Region C, Division 2 first-round playoff game
George Wythe burned hot and bright on a cold Friday evening, putting up 29 first-quarter points against Grayson County.
Cavaliers fall to Bath County, earn praise for successful season
"I am just absolutely so proud of this football team," Matlock said. "This group?s special to me because it was my first team as a head coach. I came in and this team won one game last year. For them to come out and go to the playoffs and earn the No. 2 seed is just tremendous on their part and says a lot about their character. I couldn?t be more proud of them."
Rural Retreat downs Bland County 34-12
It?s hard to believe that alternative award-winning band R.E.M. has something in common with Rural Retreat
Marion stops Graham 25-12 in Region IV, Division 3 semifinals
The win sends the Scarlet Hurricanes (7-4) to Richlands next week to play in their first Region IV title game since 2001.
DEACONS embrace underdog role in Region D battle against Burton
"The kids know this is a daunting task, but they?ve accepted the challenge," Palmer said. "It?s an honor for us to be in the playoffs. But we definitely feel like we?ve earned it. We?re going up there to play our best game of the year and make a good showing for our fans."
VOLS consider Vandy another in series of playoff-type games
This year?s Tennessee football team is one which seemingly enjoys being the underdog. It can?t lean on that crutch this week for motivation.
November 15, 2007
Old rings provide no new motivation for Richlands
There are a number of motivational tactics Richlands coach Greg Mance could use in his pregame speech before Friday night?s Region IV, Division 3 playoff opener.
Holston fired up for playoff appearance
Holston (6-4) has been Southwest Virginia?s most surpising team.
