High School Sports
Wes Shappley leaving Arlington girls basketball for Bartlett
Successful coach returning to his alma mater after three straight trips to the state tournament with Arlington.
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 SportsThirty years later, Nikki McCray still holds a special place in Collierville
Before all her accolades as a player and as a coach, Nikki McCray was the "Coast to Coast" wonder of Collierville High.
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High School Sports Recommendation to keep schools closed ends 2020 prep sports season
Remainder of state basketball tournaments, all spring sports canceled.
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High School SportsSt. George’s lacrosse team find ways to maintain camaraderie
Book clubs, cooking competitions and virtual "practices" help St. George's lacrosse program remain true to its values while not playing games.
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High School SportsFormer MHEA coach Tracy Rice taking over at college alma mater
Tracy Rice looking forward to guiding the next generation of players at Blue Mountain College.
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High School Sports Former Collierville standout Nikki McCray-Penson heading to Mississippi State
The former college all-American had a record-setting career at Collierville High before moving into coaching ranks.
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High School SportsFormer state golf champ Abby Heck lending a hand in time of need
Two-time state golf champ Abby Heck, now at Notre Dame, offering needed service and comfort to patients at West Cancer Center.
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High School SportsLocal 2021 basketball recruiting class packed with potential
Three Mr. Basketball winners headline what is shaping up to be a great class of Memphis players.
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Spirit of Memphis High school athletic trainers reverse field to help out during COVID-19 crisis
Pivot to COVID-19 screening keeping local high school sports trainers up and running.
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High School SportsDaily Memphian postseason boys basketball awards: Wooddale’s Lawson, Lausanne’s Davis honored
Johnathan Lawson of Wooddale caps banner junior campaign with Daily Memphian recognition.
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High School SportsDaily Memphian postseason girls basketball awards: Olive Branch standout, Melrose coach honored
University of Memphis signee Endya Buford is the year's top player while Ciara Johnson of Melrose is honored as the best coach.
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High School Sports Former Harding soccer coach Kabano taking over at St. Mary’s
Patrick Kabano moving to St. Mary's after six seasons at Harding Academy.
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Coronavirus Coronavirus live blog, April 1: Marshall Co. Schools suspends meal plan
Health Department medical director Dr. Bruce Randolph said 5,506 have been tested, with 9% positive.
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March 2020
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901 FCVirtual match aims to recreate the passion of 901 FC
Podcast host and local radio personality come together bring "nice distraction" for local soccer fans on Wednesday morning.
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Spirit of MemphisPine cones, a milk jug and California dreaming
Chemistry, camaraderie and no small amount of talent made Germantown's 1995 baseball team one for the record books.
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High School Sports After a combined seven decades at CBHS, they still have the fire
In a changing world, Buster Kelso and Bubba Luckett are constants at CBHS.
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High School SportsClint Browne leaving CBU soccer to coach at Hutchison
Clint Browne won 155 games and two Gulf South titles in successful 16-year tenure at CBU. Now he's moving back to Hutchison to lead the Sting.
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901 FC Mulqueen says 901 FC players are using down time wisely
901 FC players maintaining their edge while staying responsible dealing with the coronavirus shutdown.
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High School Sports TSSAA reiterates athletics policies while schools are closed
TSSAA: Sports remain shut down as long as schools are closed.
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901 FC Former Germantown soccer star named head of U.S. Federation
A former Germantown High soccer star and member of the U.S. Women's team has reached the pinnacle of the United States Soccer Federation.
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High School Sports From pros to preps, trainer Shabazz builds athletes
Whether they’re NBA pros or high school star athletes, trainer Raheem Shabazz takes pride in all his success stories.
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High School Sports TSSAA votes to delay sanctioning lacrosse
CBHS coach Welsh disappointed in decision but confident the move will eventually occur.
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High School Sports High school honor roll: Bartlett pitcher recognized after no-hitting Houston
Bradley Mitchell holds Houston without a hit in his first varsity start.
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High School Sports TSSAA delays decision on state tournaments, keeps options open
TSSAA board of control votes to keep options open for state basketball tournaments and Spring Fling.
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High School Sports Melrose falls to Nolensville in AA quarterfinals
Size matters as Melrose ends its season with a 30-6 record after loss to Nolensville in state tournament.
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