The semifinalists for Tennessee’s top individual award were announced this week. And our area is well-represented.

Seven players made the cut in their respective classifications, including a three-time honoree in Munford running back Tay Starks. The five semifinalists will be winnowed down to three finalists with the winners being announced Dec. 6.

Before that, however, all seven will lead their teams in postseason play, which begins this week for TSSAA schools.

In cross-country, it was a big week for University High’s Declan Murphy, Noah Mullenix of CBHS and the Collierville girls team.

And as always, we need your help in spotlighting our best high school athletes. Coaches and star-keepers can send in their scores, highlights and top performers from each game either by e-mailing jvarlas@dailymemphian.com or via Twitter @johnvarlas.

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Collierville girls, CBHS runner take second places at state cross country championships By Ian Sparks

State cross country championship boys results By The Daily Memphian Staff

State cross country championship girls results By The Daily Memphian Staff

ECS standout voted Player of the Week By John Varlas

High school football statistical leaders through regular season By The Daily Memphian Staff

Final Dandy Dozen rankings: Briarcrest ends at No. 1 By John Varlas

TSSAA first-round playoff preview: Race for the BlueCross Bowl begins Friday By John Varlas

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