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Hixson’s linemen will lead with talent and experience

Staff file photo by Matt Hamilton / Hixson senior Ryan Burney, left, had six interceptions, four forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 2024. The Region 3-4A safety of the year is back to inflict more damage to offenses.
Staff file photo by Matt Hamilton / Hixson senior Ryan Burney, left, had six interceptions, four forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 2024. The Region 3-4A safety of the year is back to inflict more damage to offenses. Staff file photo by Matt Hamilton / Hixson senior Ryan Burney, left, had six interceptions, four forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 2024. The Region 3-4A safety of the year is back to inflict more damage to offenses.

By Patrick MacCoon 2 min read

HIXSON WILDCATS

Head coach: Nick Rivers (10-11 here and overall)

Returning starters: 6 offensive; 7 defensive

Last year’s record: 3-7, did not qualify for TSSAA playoffs

Key players: Jay Moss (6-0, 305) Sr. OL/DL, Malaki Hodges (6-2, 260) Sr. OL/DL, Elijah Heath (5-11, 250) Sr. OL, Jake Pollock (5-11, 200) Sr. QB, Jayden Strickland (5-11, 185) Sr. LB, Ryan Burney (6-2, 189) Sr. WR/DB, Lawuan Hughley (5-5, 155) Sr. WR/DB, Alfonso Rivezzo (5-7, 185) Sr. RB/LB.