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John Varlas
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John Varlas is a lifelong Memphian, who has covered high school sports in various capacities for over 20 years.
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December 2025
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Player of the Week Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 1
Standouts from Bartlett, Briarcrest, CBHS, City University and St. George’s up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4.
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High School Sports 5 Memphis-area players named Mr. Football finalists
Standouts from Fairley, Melrose, Munford, Southwind and Tipton-Rosemark are headed to Nashville on Dec. 9.
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Player of the Week CBHS, MBA standouts are basketball players of the week
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.
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High School Sports Southwind football standout wins statewide honor
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.
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High School Sports Blue team ends losing skid in AutoZone Liberty Bowl High School All-Star game
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.
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Player of the Week Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 2
Standouts from Arlington, Booker T. Washington, Briarcrest, Houston and Southwind up for consideration. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11.
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Player of the Week Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 2
Standouts from Central, Harding. Hutchison, Munford and Westwood up for consideration. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11.
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Player of the Week Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 3
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.
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High School Sports Undefeated Central boys basketball team winning with guarded optimism
Toughness, growing chemistry and a talented starting lineup featuring four guards have helped the Warriors start the season 11-0.
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High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason volleyball awards: Briarcrest’s O’Connor leads the way
Arlington’s Kenzie Cooley is the top coach after guiding her team to a historic state-tournament appearance.
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Player of the Week BTW, Munford standouts are basketball players of the week
Jerrell Miller and Addie Turner honored after stellar efforts last week.
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High School Sports CBHS, Collierville runners lead Daily Memphian postseason cross country awards
Noah Mullenix and Maya Lang were honored after terrific performances throughout the season. University High’s Colton Cockrum is the top coach.
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Player of the Week Standouts from Freedom Prep, Soulsville voted players of the week
Jordan Myers and Orlyncia Newson recognized after outstanding efforts last week.
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Player of the Week Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 3
Standouts from Arlington, Bartlett, Brighton, East and Soulsville up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 18.
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High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason girls soccer awards: Gryphons goalkeeper is player of the year
Riley Stooksbury sparked St. George’s to its first state championship in eight years. East’s Jihad Haidar is our top coach.
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High School SportsBriarcrest’s supporting actors are stepping into starring roles
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.
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High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason football awards: Southwind duo claims offensive, defensive honors
Lausanne linebacker Huntsman is the top freshman, while Middle College’s Staples claims Coach of the Year.
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