Arlington taps a pair of new soccer coaches
Separate coaches intended to give the Arlington Tigers' programs a chance to thrive.
John Varlas
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John Varlas is a lifelong Memphian, who has covered high school sports in various capacities for over 20 years.
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High School Sports Prep notes: New duties for Chamberlain; Collierville searching
Phil Chamberlain has been named head tennis coach at MUS, replacing Bill Taylor, who retired this spring after 44 years at the helm.
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High School Sports Faith before fear moves Harding basketball standout to speak up
After George Floyd's death and the upheaval that followed, Harding basketball standout Makyah Thomas-Malone took her school's teachings to heart and spoke out.
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High School SportsGentry, Jordan taken on second day of MLB Draft
Former Arlington standout Gentry goes to Royals while Boston drafts DeSoto Central graduate Jordan.
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High School SportsFlorida offer kicks things into high gear for ECS standout Kam Jones
ECS star Kam Jones blends natural scoring ability with a well-developed basketball IQ.
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High School Sports Competitive household gives Harding’s Howard a chance to take her game to the next level
Harding standout Emily Howard, the top returning Division 2-A scorer in Shelby County, is ready for her senior year before heading to Liberty for college.
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901 FC United Soccer League votes to resume season
USL Championship has voted to continue the truncated 2020 season, and targets provisional July 11 re-start.
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High School Sports TSSAA legislative council votes to maintain dead period
TSSAA legislative council hears good arguments from both sides but decides not to alter sports calendar.
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Sports COVID time trials give prep runners a chance to stay sharp
Local high school distance runners have been able to improve their times and get a sense of competition despite season being canceled.
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High School Sports Whitehaven star Se’Quoia Allmond to play senior year in Canada
Point guard led Whitehaven girls to their best season ever in 2019-2020.
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May 2020
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High School Sports Kennedy Chandler transferring from Briarcrest to Sunrise Christian
Star guard won second straight Division 2-AA Mr. Basketball Award in March.
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High School Sports Prep notes: Gregory Williams takes over at Trezevant; Johnny Allen headed back to CBHS
New Trezevant girls coach Gregory Williams aims to keep the neighborhood talent at home, while selling academics and a brighter basketball future.
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High School SportsHigh school sports unite our community, and we’re here to tell you about it
Nothing is more local — or more Memphis — than high school sports.
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High School SportsHouston’s Grayson Hitt hoping to hear his name called early in next month’s MLB draft
Projectability and measurables make Houston's Grayson Hitt an interesting prospect in the upcoming Major League Draft.
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High School Sports Ridgeway basketball coach Wes Henning arrested on sexual battery charge
An alleged incident of sexual battery by a four-time state championship high school basketball coach occurred last month.
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901 FC Although limited, Mulqueen glad to get his 901 FC players back on the pitch
Enthusiasm and motivation are high as 901 FC players begin to transition back to doing what they do best.
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High School Sports Intrinsic drive vaults St. Agnes’ Olivia Berntson to the head of the class
A multi-sport athlete at St. Agnes, Olivia Bernston is also the school’s valedictorian – a testament to her dedication on the field and in the classroom.
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High School Sports MAHS standout David Dixon heading to California prep school
David Dixon earned all-state mention in lone season with MAHS. He's now headed to Orange County, California to play for TMG Prep Academy.
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High School SportsInterest in MAHS standout Cameron Miller is picking up
Class of 2022 standout Cameron Miller knows there will be plenty of attention focused on him and his teammates going forward.
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Coronavirus Coronavirus live blog, May 18: Hybrid model likely for schools in fall
Shelby County Schools superintendent Joris Ray outlines the district’s long-term strategy for reopening schools.
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High School Sports St. Benedict adds volleyball, baseball coaches
Charlie Crunk takes over St. Benedict's volleyball program while Adam Smith will lead the baseball team.
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High School Sports Harding baseball coach Stevens resigns after 21 years; headed to Arlington
A chance to work with his coaching brother was too good for Al Stevens to pass up.
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High School Sports Former TRA standout Jacob Cole takes the reins at his alma mater
Ex-assistant Jacob Cole helped Rebels finish as state runners-up in 2009.
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High School Sports Former St. George’s star Chase Hayden transferring to East Carolina
Former Mr. Football winner will have two years of eligibility left at East Carolina.
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Spirit of MemphisAfter 44 years as an MUS institution, Coach T is stepping down
Owls worked hard, played hard and had plenty of success under legendary coach Bill Taylor.
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