Prep Guide
The latest Prep Guide coverage from the Chattanooga Times Free Press, part of our Prep section.
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Central’s next wave of players ready to make their own legacy
The Purple Pounders won five straight games last season before falling just short against Sequatchie County in a playoff second-round shootout.

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Howard expects to be more competitive with nonregion schedule
With their roster exceeding 30 players for the first time in years and an advantageous schedule in place, the Hustlin' Tigers have a very realistic chance for their first winning season since 2020.

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Soddy Daisy senior class loaded with experience, playmakers
Owensby's bunch was one of the area's best success stories last fall, when the Trojans put together their first nine-win season in 20 years.

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Chattanooga Prep makes leap from 1A to 3A after breakout year
The Sentinels had a breakthrough season in 2024, when they were ranked as high as fifth in Class 1A after a 6-1 start.

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Ooltewah working to move ‘in the right direction’ with new coach
Over the past six seasons, the Owls have averaged only 14.5 points per game.

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Brainerd can build on defense’s hard-earned experience
Brainerd's defense has loads of potential after the Panthers earned their stripes as youngsters last season.

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Baylor reloads for another deep playoff run
Despite sending 14 players on to the college ranks over the past two seasons, the level of talent returning remains eye-catching.

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Walker Valley built for success with returning talent, key transfers
The most versatile playmaker in Region 4-5A is back to inflict more damage.

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Rhea County offense returns trio of key playmakers
The Golden Eagles gained steam as the season wore on last year, becoming one of the area's toughest teams by the time the playoffs rolled around.

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Bradley Central has talent for bounce-back season
The silver lining to last year's nightmare season, when nine players were out of action with injuries by the final game, is that several younger players gained experience that should pay off this fall.
