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Rams topple Notre Dame in overtime, 27-21

Extending his left arm as far as he could reach, Chaysen Patrick was able to get his fingertips on the fourth-down pass and deflect it.

By Stephen Hargis August 29, 2015

Notre Dame running back Ricky Ballard (5) dodges a tackle from Tyner quarterback Shaylan Bailey (16) during the Notre Dame vs. Tyner prep football game at Tyner High School on Friday, Aug. 28, 2015 in Chattanooga, Tenn. (Staff photo by Maura Friedman)

Prep football notes: McMinn County’s Abernathy trusts his instincts more

Xavier Abernathy spent too much time thinking while he played safety for McMinn County last year.

By Staff Reports August 28, 2015

McMinn County's Xavier Abernathy grimaces as he is tackled by Ooltewah's Ashton Watson during their meeting last season at Ooltewah. Cherokees coach Bo Cagle said the versatile Abernathy is showing better comfort on the playing field this year as a junior.

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Pedal to the metal

By Stephen Hargis August 26, 2015

Notre Dame's Ricky Ballard lungs for extra yardage as a Brainerd defender hangs on. The 2014 Best of Preps Times Free Press Jamboree second night of action was held at UTC's Finley Stadium.

Notre Dame scores final 25 in 40-6 victory

Two things were very apparent at Central High School following Notre Dame's 40-6 victory over the host Purple Pounders in both teams' season opener Friday night.

By James Beach August 22, 2015

Bradley gets revenge against Walker Valley, wins opener for Coach Damon Floyd

CLEVELAND, Tenn. -- Bradley Central's 2014 loss to Walker Valley hurt a lot of people in the Bradley community.

By Gene Henley August 22, 2015

Bradley Central head football coach Damon Floyd

A recommendation of where to be on coming Friday nights

The time has finally and officially arrived. No more preseason prognostications, and the Times Free Press's preview section was there with your paper this morning.

By Ward Gossett August 21, 2015

Staff Photo by Dan Henry / The Chattanooga Times Free Press- 10/3/14. Baylor's Ryan Parker (15) chases McCallie School's Shawn McColley (18) after he picked up a fumble turning over possession during the rival game at the Blue Tornado's home field (Spears Stadium) on October 3, 2014.

Prep Notebook: Grider, Campbell, Ellis among coaches resuming or assuming head coaching positions

Ten coaches begin or resume their high school football head coaching careers tonight or next week in new surroundings.

By Staff Reports August 21, 2015

Prep football by the numbers

As the 2015 high school football season kicks off, here are 15 numbers to remember:

By Stephen Hargis August 21, 2015

Staff Photo by Dan Henry / The Chattanooga Times Free Press- 12/12/14. Calhoun High School head coach Hal Lamb becomes frustrated with a call as his team plays Washington County during the GHSA class AAA championship game at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Ga. on Friday, December 12, 2014. The Yellowjackets won the state championship over the the Golden Hawks with a final score of 27-20.

Looking back: Highs and lows of 2014 high school football

There were those in North Georgia who had their doubts about Calhoun High School's football program. Hal Lamb's youngsters had a disappointing end to the 2013 season, and the Yellow Jackets were moving up a classifcation.

By Ward Gossett and Lindsey Young August 21, 2015

Staff Photo by Dan Henry / The Chattanooga Times Free Press- 12/12/14. Calhoun High School players celebrate their win over Washington County during the GHSA class AAA championship game at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Ga. on Friday, December 12, 2014. The Yellowjackets won the state championship over the the Golden Hawks with a final score of 27-20.

Thirteen area teams ranked in Tennessee preseason prep poll

Rhea County is the highest ranked Chattanooga-area team in Tennessee's preseason high school football poll.

By Ward Gossett August 18, 2015

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