Skip to main content
Thursday, November 12, 2026Nov 12
Subscribe
All Sections
Search
More

This story is exclusive to subscribers.

Marion County gained experience during tough run

Staff file photo by Robin Rudd / E.J. Wilson, a running back and defensive back, is expected to be a key player for Marion County this season.
Staff file photo by Robin Rudd / E.J. Wilson, a running back and defensive back, is expected to be a key player for Marion County this season. Staff file photo by Robin Rudd / E.J. Wilson, a running back and defensive back, is expected to be a key player for Marion County this season.

By Stephen Hargis 2 min read

MARION COUNTY WARRIORS

Head coach: Tim Starkey (5-5 here and overall)

Returning starters: 7 offensive; 8 defensive

Last year’s record: 5-5, did not qualify for TSSAA Class 2A playoffs

Key players: E.J. Wilson (5-10, 200) Sr. RB/DB, Brody Leonard (6-1, 185) Sr. RB/DB, Sam Pickett (6-0, 175) Jr. ATH/DB, Taylor Scharber (6-2, 205) Jr. TE/LB, Ryan Kitchen (6-1, 215) Sr. OL/DE, Tilton Pickett (6-0, 170) Jr. QB, Braydon Coffelt (6-2, 225) Jr. MLB, Kane Bohannon (6-4, 305) Sr. OT, Chase McFalls (5-11, 200) Jr. C.