High School Sports
Briarcrest’s supporting actors are stepping into starring roles
The leadership, defense, maturity — and of course the shooting — of Parker Pounds and Greg Spight will be vital as the Saints look to return to the D2-AA summit.
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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December 2025
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High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason girls soccer awards: Gryphons goalkeeper is player of the year
Riley Stooksbury sparked St. George’s to its first state championship in eight years. East’s Jihad Haidar is our top coach.
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Player of the Week Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 3
Standouts from Arlington, Bartlett, Brighton, East and Soulsville up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 18.
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Player of the Week Standouts from Freedom Prep, Soulsville voted players of the week
Jordan Myers and Orlyncia Newson recognized after outstanding efforts last week.
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High School Sports CBHS, Collierville runners lead Daily Memphian postseason cross country awards
Noah Mullenix and Maya Lang were honored after terrific performances throughout the season. University High’s Colton Cockrum is the top coach.
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Player of the Week BTW, Munford standouts are basketball players of the week
Jerrell Miller and Addie Turner honored after stellar efforts last week.
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High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason volleyball awards: Briarcrest’s O’Connor leads the way
Arlington’s Kenzie Cooley is the top coach after guiding her team to a historic state-tournament appearance.
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High School Sports Undefeated Central boys basketball team winning with guarded optimism
Toughness, growing chemistry and a talented starting lineup featuring four guards have helped the Warriors start the season 11-0.
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Player of the Week Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 3
Standouts from FACS, Freedom Prep, Hillcrest, MUS and St. Benedict up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 18.
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Player of the Week Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 2
Standouts from Central, Harding. Hutchison, Munford and Westwood up for consideration. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11.
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Player of the Week Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 2
Standouts from Arlington, Booker T. Washington, Briarcrest, Houston and Southwind up for consideration. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11.
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High School Sports Blue team ends losing skid in AutoZone Liberty Bowl High School All-Star game
Mr. Football winner Kelvin Perkins is named MVP — throws two touchdown passes and runs for one in annual match at Stokes-Alston Stadium at Memphis University School.
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High School Sports Southwind football standout wins statewide honor
Southwind High’s record-setting senior quarterback is the only player in Shelby-Metro history to win the Mr. Football award in two different classifications.
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Player of the Week CBHS, MBA standouts are basketball players of the week
CBHS’ Jamarion Chapman and Memphis Business Academy’s Curnesha Taylor are the OrthoSouth Grizzlies Players of the Week and the Fans' Choice Players of the Week.
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High School Sports 5 Memphis-area players named Mr. Football finalists
Standouts from Fairley, Melrose, Munford, Southwind and Tipton-Rosemark are headed to Nashville on Dec. 9.
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Player of the Week Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 1
Standouts from Bartlett, Briarcrest, CBHS, City University and St. George’s up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4.
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Sports AutoZone Liberty Bowl matchup: Navy vs. Cincinnati
Kickoff from Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium will be at 3:30 p.m. on Jan. 2, 2026. ESPN will televise the game.
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High School SportsOld and new talent has Bartlett girls hoops poised for another March run
The Panthers have added some key transfer pieces to go along with the seniors who have been a part of three consecutive Class 4A runner-up teams.
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High School Sports Ten years ago, Trezevant football won a title — and shook up the status quo
Teli White busted stereotypes and won over believers while taking Trezevant to its first title.
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High School Sports Dreams come true on national signing day
Former soccer player Djidjou Bah headed to Wisconsin to play football as part of a big class at Germantown High. And West Virginia signs two of the Memphis area’s top running backs.
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High School Sports Vote for the high school football player of the week, Week 12
Standouts from Central, Collierville, Fairley, Lake Cormorant, Lausanne and Melrose are up for consideration.
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Sports Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 1
Standouts from Collierville, Harding, Houston, Memphis Business Academy and Whitehaven are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4.
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November 2025
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High School Sports Southwind falls to Ravenwood in Class 6A semifinals
Both Southwind and Covington lose, as Shelby-Metro exits the playoffs.
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High School Sports Previewing: Southwind, Covington set for TSSAA state semifinals
The Jaguars (Class 6A) and Chargers (Class 3A) are looking to advance to the BlueCross Bowl in Chattanooga.
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High School Sports Seven local players named as Mr. Football semifinalists
The state’s top individual high school football honor will be presented during ceremonies on Dec. 9 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville.
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