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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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Briarcrest wins 11th title in school history in an all-Memphis final. MUS standout wins fan vote for high school player of the weekRelated stories:
The Lynx can earn home-field advantage throughout the playoffs by beating University School of Jackson in next week’s regular-season finale. Friday football report: Glover shines as Collierville downs WhitehavenRelated story:
Quarterback throws two touchdown passes as the Dragons improve to 7-2 and lock up a playoff spot in Class 6A.
Standouts from Hernando, Lausanne, Lewisburg and MUS are up for consideration this week. Related story:
Briarcrest, Collierville, Houston, Northpoint, St. Agnes and St. George’s are chasing a championship this week in Murfreesboro.
Aidan McFadden’s missed spot-kick is the difference as 901 FC tumbles out of the playoffs.
Collierville, ECS, Houston, Hutchison, Lakeland Prep and St. George’s are chasing titles in their respective divisions when the action begins Wednesday.
The Lynx move into the sixth spot following a milestone victory for their head coach, Kevin Locastro.
The winner will take a giant step toward securing a top seed in the playoffs. Daily Memphian Dandy Dozen: Germantown, MUS hold at 1-2 as Lausanne creeps upRelated stories:
First Friday of the season is Aug. 18.
Red Devils go wire-to-wire and can finish the regular season 10-0 with a victory over White Station on Friday.
Second seed from Region 8-6A on the line as rivals collide. Daily Memphian Dandy Dozen: Germantown ends where it began, on topRelated story:
Three different players score on a day when the Dragons weren’t at their best but were more than good enough.
Mustangs coach David Wollf calls for changes to the draw following a quarterfinal defeat that would have made a fitting final.
Senior Noah Wilder had a strong defensive game in victory over rival St. George’s.
Bobby “Bingo” Smith graduated from Melrose after averaging 32.7 points per game as senior. He played for Tulsa and most of an NBA career with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The Eagles blank the University School of Jackson while the Gryphons battle past Silverdale in overtime to set up first all-Memphis final since 2009. Collierville and Hutchison are knocked out in semifinals.
Quick-strike offense produces six touchdowns and more than 500 yards. Related story:
Standouts from Collierville, DeSoto Central, ECS, FACS, KIPP, Millington and Southwind are up for consideration this week. Related story:
Tigers get a commitment from the leader of the Southwind defense that has posted five shutouts this season.Related story:
All games will be at 7 p.m. on Nov. 3 unless noted.
The standout junior for playoff-bound Sheffield Knights has put up some impressive numbers in 2023 — and the big boys are noticing.
CBHS had a near-perfect result at the region meet and will expect to challenge at Sanders Ferry Park. Westminster pack working together to repeat at state cross country championshipsRelated story:
Standouts from Bartlett, Covington, FACS, Germantown, MUS, Sheffield and Southwind are all in the running for the state’s top honor.
Brady Hughes passed for four touchdowns to lead his team to a win over Briarcrest in the regular-season finale on Oct. 26.