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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.

Sullivan South hopes to prevent early lull vs. Morristown West

Sullivan South coach Stacy Carter gathered his Rebels around and laid it on the line.


November 14, 2007

UT’s Parker proud of UT O-line

Four years ago, Anthony Parker left his hometown of Jonesboro, Ga., just a long punt away from Atlanta, for a recruiting visit to Tennessee.


November 13, 2007

Glennon continues to search for respect from Tech fans

Sean Glennon has earned respect and praise from his coaches and teammates at Virginia Tech. The junior quarterback is still searching for acceptance among all parts of the Hokie Nation, however.

Vols’ kick return team goes from one of the worst to one of the best

To paraphrase an old coach, Tennessee?s kickoff return team has gone from one of the worst to one of the best.


November 12, 2007

LOCALS IN PROS: Miller has memorable day

Former Honaker High School star scores go-ahead touchdown, reaches milestone in Steelers' victory; plus a look at other local players currently playing in the NFL

LOCALS IN COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Eads closes out season in style

Former Sullivan East star has big performance in final game of the season; plus a look at other local athletes currently playing on the collegiate level

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Holston returns to postseason

Cavaliers qualify for playoffs for first time since 1995 as VHSL releases playoff pairings on Sunday

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: UVa.-Wise misses playoffs

Despite 9-2 record and national ranking, High Cavaliers miss postseason


November 10, 2007

King wins 11th straight AAC volleyball title

The King College volleyball team won the Appalachian Athletic Conference tournament title for the 11th consecutive season on Saturday afternoon. In a way, this crown may have been one of the most rewarding.

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