Both teams enter Friday’s important region game at John P. Freeman Stadium coming off rousing victories featuring stellar quarterback play.

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The Dragons picked up their fourth victory of the season and the second in Region 7-6A play.

The Cougars jumped out to a big lead before surviving a Tigers’ comeback bid led by Christopher Talley and Jaden Thomas.

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The sophomore’s season has been marred by tendinitis issues. But she looked ready to defend her state title Thursday at Timber Truss.

The sophomore led two fourth-quarter touchdown drives in Central’s Region 8-5A victory over Brighton.

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Seniors Kelvin Perkins (Southwind) and Hudson Tucker (Briarcrest) rank 1-2 in the area in passing touchdowns.

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Brantley Moore repeats as champion as Chip Campbell’s Owls finish under par as a team. 

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The Owls improve to 4-1 as Maddox Giel runs for two touchdowns and Jackson Hood scores the game-winner midway through the fourth quarter.

The Dragons “were a little chippy” this week after a loss, coach Joe Rocconi said. Collierville took their frustrations out on the field. 

Larry Johnson capped a 75-yard drive with a 13-yard touchdown run to keep Germantown remained undefeated ... with 29 seconds left.

Hudson Tucker was recognized for his effort in an impressive road win against Nashville Father Ryan on Sept. 12.

Senior receiver Anden Quinn shines against the big dogs while combining with quarterback Brett Godwin in the area’s highest-flying passing attack.

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