Despite his height, Eric Blount Jr. is making an impact on the Crusaders’ varsity basketball team.

Seven Memphis-area volleyball players named to all-state team.

Standouts from Bartlett, Central, Houston, Lausanne and Wooddale up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8.

Standouts from Collierville, Harding, Houston, Hutchison and St. Agnes up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8.

Lausanne linebacker Huntsman is the top freshman, while Middle College’s Staples claims Coach of the Year.

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.

Riley Stooksbury sparked St. George’s to its first state championship in eight years. East’s Jihad Haidar is our top coach.

Jordan Myers and Orlyncia Newson recognized after outstanding efforts last week.

Toughness, growing chemistry and a talented starting lineup featuring four guards have helped the Warriors start the season 11-0.

Noah Mullenix and Maya Lang were honored after terrific performances throughout the season. University High’s Colton Cockrum is the top coach.

Arlington’s Kenzie Cooley is the top coach after guiding her team to a historic state-tournament appearance.

Standouts from Arlington, Bartlett, Brighton, East and Soulsville up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 18.

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.

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.

Standouts from the Memphis School of Excellence Cordova and Arlington High, are setting the pace.

Jerrell Miller and Addie Turner honored after stellar efforts last week.

Standouts from Brentwood Academy, Briarcrest, CBHS, Father Ryan, Lipscomb Academy and MUS were honored by the league’s coaches.

Standouts from FACS, Fayette Academy, Harding, Jackson Christian, Jackson Trinity Christian, Tipton-Rosemark and University School of Jackson honored by the league’s coaches.

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.

Standouts from Central, Harding. Hutchison, Munford and Westwood up for consideration. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11.

Standouts from Arlington, Booker T. Washington, Briarcrest, Houston and Southwind up for consideration. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11.

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.

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.

Standouts from Bluff City, Fairley, Hillcrest, MASE, Memphis Business Academy, Mitchell, Sheffield and Trezevant honored by the league’s coaches.

Teli White busted stereotypes and won over believers while taking Trezevant to its first title.