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Hustlin’ Tigers stand out at final day of Best of Preps Jamboree

Howard defense has four takeaways in pair of wins

By Stephen Hargis August 18, 2019

Howard's LaDarrius Lane (18) puts a big block on a Signal Mountain defender as Hustlin' Tigers teammate Davontay Smith returns an interception for a touchdown Saturday at Finley Stadium during the second and final day of the Best of Preps Jamboree. Howard won both of its quarter matchups, beating Signal Mountain 8-6 after topping Copper Basin 14-0.

Brainerd Panthers look to build on playoff run

Xiyeer Lattimore is entering his third season as the team's starting quarterback and not only showed great improvement last season but has made strides toward becoming the team's leader, including showing up early before practice to watch video with coaches this summer.

By Stephen Hargis August 16, 2019

Brainerd's Xiyeer Lattimore (3) looks to pass against Signal Mountain at Signal Mountain Middle/High School on Friday, Sept. 28, 2018 in Signal Mountain, Tenn.

100 YARDS: Brainerd High School coach Tyrus Ward talks about his return to Chattanooga, preseason practice, player confidence and more

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By Stephen Hargis August 9, 2019

Pride of the Lions: Red Bank looks to extend region title streak to four

The dominating streak is now the longest among southeastern Tennessee prep football regions.

By Stephen Hargis August 9, 2019

Red Bank's Madox Wilkey (7) leads a group of players down the stadium steps before taking the field agianst Sequatchie County at Red Bank Community Field on Friday, Nov. 3, 2017 in Chattanooga, Tenn. The Red Bank Lions hosted the Sequatchie County Indians in the first round of the TSSAA Class 3A playoffs.

Tyner favored to win a third straight 3-2A title

It says something about the level of expectations at a football program when a 10-win, region-championship season can be looked at as a disappointment.

By Stephen Hargis August 7, 2019

Tyner's Kamden Edwards (32) breaks free from a McMinn Central defender during a scrimmage on Aug. 6.

Chattanooga area high school football tour covers 22 teams in 13 hours

While the heat index might say otherwise, for all practical purposes summer is over. When high school football teams are allowed to begin practicing in full pads, it signals the season is just around the corner.

By Stephen Hargis July 30, 2019

Head coach Josh Roberts looks on as he runs a drill at Signal Mountain Middle/High School on Monday, July 29, 2019 in Signal Mountain, Tenn.

20th annual Best of Preps jamboree at Finley Stadium is set for Aug. 16-17

The countdown has begun for the high school football season. In fewer than eight weeks teams will take the field for the event that has become the prelude to the season's kickoff the 20th annual Best of Preps jamboree at Finley Stadium.

By Stephen Hargis June 25, 2019

Red Bank quarterback Madox Wilkey (7) throws a pass during the Red Bank vs. Chattanooga Central football game Friday, August 24, 2018 at Tom Weathers Field at Red Bank High School in Red Bank, Tennessee. The score was 13-7 with Red Bank in the lead at the half.

Brainerd holds off Pearl Cohn, advances to state semifinals [photos]

In the end, much as it has throughout the season, Brainerd's boys' basketball team found a way.

By Stephen Hargis March 13, 2019

Brainerd's Laderron Freeman takes a free throw during the Panthers' TSSAA Class AA state semifinal against Pearl Cohn on Wednesday at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro. Brainerd won 76-73.

Brainerd, Howard back in state tournament once again [photos]

The two high school programs with the strongest boys' basketball tradition in Chattanooga were considered long shots - for different reasons - to reach this year's state tournament.