Former Collierville football coach pens a memoir of faith, football — and fight

By , Daily Memphian Updated: June 25, 2023 3:33 PM CT | Published: June 23, 2023 6:18 PM CT

Mike O’Neill recounts his battle with cancer in new memoir, “Don’t Back Down: A True Story of Perseverance Through Faith, Determination and a Positive Attitude.”

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John Varlas

John Varlas

John Varlas is a lifelong Memphian who has covered high school sports in various capacities for over 20 years.


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