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Baylor advances past Father Ryan, 46-39

It's often said in sports that defense wins championships. As the prep playoffs began for the Baylor boys' basketball team Tuesday night, the Red Raiders showed just how effective stingy defense can be when it's time to survive and advance.

By Kevin Llewallyn February 20, 2019

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The basketball goes through the net during the UTC vs. Liberty University womenÕs basketball game at McKenzie Arena Wednesday, November 21, 2018 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Wrestling season again ends on strong Chattanooga-area note

An unrivaled tradition continued for area wrestlers as 63 individuals medaled and 16 climbed to the top spot on the podium at the TSSAA state traditional tournament Saturday in the Williamson County Ag Expo Park in Franklin.

By Patrick MacCoon February 19, 2019

McCallie's James Whitworth (left) and Father Ryan's Lawrence Madson, appear calm and relaxed. They were just the opposite as they grappled during their DII, 152 pound TSSAA Championship won by Whitworth by fall at 2:42. (Photo by Phil Stauder/mainstreetpreps.com)

Baylor, Cleveland double up as state wrestling champs

Taking blow after blow to the face, Baylor senior Mason Reiniche kept his composure.

By Patrick MacCoon February 17, 2019

Cleveland 106-pounder Trae McDaniel, right, capped his undefeated season with a state title in the TSSAA Class AAA traditional tournament Saturday in Franklin.

Chattanooga area flexes its muscle at state wrestling tournament

Underneath the lights where wrestling legends are made, the Chattanooga area again flexed its power on the mats.

By Patrick MacCoon February 16, 2019

Cleveland 145-pounder Grant Lundy, left, takes on Summitt's Cole Klingensmith in the TSSAA Class AAA traditional state semifinals at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park in Franklin on Friday.

Cleveland wrestlers aim to break school records

With high hopes to set school records, Cleveland High's long-strong wrestling program is well within reach.

By Patrick MacCoon February 15, 2019

Cleveland High School wrestling coach Joey Knox is trying to lead the Blue Raiders to a sweep of the TSSAA Class AAA state titles this season. Cleveland already won the duals championship and is trying to add a traditional title this weekend in Franklin.

Former Baylor School head coach David Bibee added to UTC football staff

Former Baylor School head coach David Bibee is joining the UTC football staff as a defensive assistant.

By Lindsey Young February 14, 2019

Baylor School football coach David Bibee watches his team before a scrimmage against Cleveland at Baylor School in 2005.

Baylor, McCallie win state swimming championships

Baylor and McCallie won the 2019 TISCA state swimming and diving championships Saturday night.

By Staff Report February 10, 2019

McCallie gets rivalry revenge with 48-22 basketball win over Baylor [photos]

McCallie basketball coach David Conrady admitted his team had been embarrassed and disappointed three weeks ago in a 24-point loss at rival Baylor.

By Kevin Llewallyn February 9, 2019

McCallie's Tanner Shulman dribbles out ahead of Baylor's Mekos Baker during their prep basketball game at McCallie School on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019, in Chattanooga, Tenn.

Three Chattanooga-area players among Mr. and Miss Basketball finalists

Three local players have been named finalists for the TSSAA Mr. and Miss Basketball awards.

By Stephen Hargis February 7, 2019

Brainerd's Kimia Carter (32) drives to the hoop inside Red Bank's Bailey Lee during a TSSAA District 6-AA tournament game at Howard in February 2018.

Area signees roundup: Baylor’s Christian Harris sees Western Carolina as path to NFL

A trend of stout defensive linemen going on to play college football continues for the Chattanooga area.

By Patrick MacCoon February 6, 2019

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