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Dandy Dozen No. 1 Collierville falls

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 23:55:20 -0500

The Dragons — ranked first in the Daily Memphian preseason Dandy Dozen and fifth in the state in Class 6A — had planned on roaring out of the gate like the storm that pushed Saturday’s scheduled kickoff back 90 minutes.

Friday football report: Houston opens strong, Central shuts out Melrose

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:49:21 -0500

Impressive wins for Bartlett and Central, among others, in Week 1.

Preseason Dandy Dozen rankings: Collierville opens at No. 1

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:48:07 -0500

Collierville (1), Southwind (2) and Munford (3) hold down the top three positions in the Dandy Dozen rankings.

High school football 2026: Expectations are high at preseason No. 1 Collierville

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:47:24 -0500

At least on paper, the Dragons don’t have too many weaknesses. But head coach Joe Rocconi said his job is to keep his players’ feet on the ground.

Southwind holds off Lausanne in Dandy Dozen showdown

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:43:37 -0500

The Jaguars return two interceptions for touchdowns — and seal the game with a third pick — to finish off a gutsy group of Lynx.

Briarcrest races past ECS in season opener

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:18:00 -0500

Quarterback Cayden Dixon threw three touchdowns against the Eagles in his return to Briarcrest.

Week 1 high school football preview: Yay! We are back.

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:57:52 -0500

Games on Thursday, Friday and Saturday highlight the local high school football slate for Week 1.

High school girls soccer 2026: Houston, Collierville set to battle at the top

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:49:54 -0500

This week marks the start of high school girls soccer season in Tennessee and as usual, the Memphis area will have several teams with an eye on the state tournament in Chattanooga. Here’s a closer look at some of the top contenders.

High school football 2026: MASE targets big bounce back

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:47:29 -0500

After a 5-6 finish and a first-round playoff exit, Phoenix coach Cedric Miller and his players are eager to show “we can still play football over here.”

High school football 2026: Central seeks to build on last season's successes

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:39:29 -0500

On the heels of a nine-win campaign, a strong senior class has the Warriors poised to do something really special.

High school football 2026: Houston looks to return to its winning ways

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:34:34 -0500

Untested youngsters were thrown into the deep in last season. The resulting record was an “anomaly,” as the Mustangs are eager to prove.

High school football 2026: Lausanne hoping extra plays lead to extra success

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:28:10 -0500

The Lynx navigated a tough schedule and finished 8-4 in 2025. But a play here or there could have made that mark even better, something the team intends to do in 2026.

High school football 2026: Munford intends to keep doing what it does best

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:24:24 -0500

Cougars are zagging while others are zigging. The results have been impressive, and 2026 could be the best season yet under coach Slade Calhoun.

High school football 2026: New approach, same expectations for Southwind

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:15:24 -0500

The Jaguars will undoubtedly look much different in 2026. But the standard remains high following a 13-1 season and a trip to the Class 6A semifinals.

Lausanne quarterback ruled ineligible

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:28:03 -0500

The TSSAA denies Lausanne’s appeal to let junior quarterback Thomas Heffner play for the Lynx this season after transferring from Melrose High.

High school volleyball 2026: Arlington, Briarcrest lead the way

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:30:40 -0500

Monday marks the start of high school volleyball season in Tennessee and as usual, the Memphis area will have several teams with an eye on the state tournament in Murfreesboro.

High school football 2026: Local week-by-week schedule

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:50:40 -0500

Week 1 begins with a handful of games on Thursday, followed by a full slate of Friday action.

Scheffler polishes off an impressive week with a runaway FESJC title

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:31:14 -0500

Scottie Scheffler, the top player in the world rankings and the leader in the FedEx Cup standings, capped a dazzling week at TPC Southwind with a final-round 66 to finish at 17-under 263.

Scheffler takes two-stroke lead heading into FESJC final round

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:50:37 -0500

Sam Burns and Sungjae Im are the closest pursuers after another day of good scoring at TPC Southwind.

Scheffler ties course record, leads by three at FESJC

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:41:08 -0500

Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top-ranked golfer, blisters TPC Southwind in second round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship.

Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian | John Varlas

Dandy Dozen No. 1 Collierville falls

Friday football report: Houston opens strong, Central shuts out Melrose

Preseason Dandy Dozen rankings: Collierville opens at No. 1

High school football 2026: Expectations are high at preseason No. 1 Collierville

Southwind holds off Lausanne in Dandy Dozen showdown

Briarcrest races past ECS in season opener

Week 1 high school football preview: Yay! We are back.

High school girls soccer 2026: Houston, Collierville set to battle at the top

High school football 2026: MASE targets big bounce back

High school football 2026: Central seeks to build on last season's successes

High school football 2026: Houston looks to return to its winning ways

High school football 2026: Lausanne hoping extra plays lead to extra success

High school football 2026: Munford intends to keep doing what it does best

High school football 2026: New approach, same expectations for Southwind

Lausanne quarterback ruled ineligible

High school volleyball 2026: Arlington, Briarcrest lead the way

High school football 2026: Local week-by-week schedule

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