There are 2396 article(s) tagged TSSAA:

• January 2019

  • Talented senior class aiming to bring a state title to Bartlett

    Led by a strong and deep senior class, Bartlett's basketball team is aiming for its first state title since 2001.

    By John Varlas January 08, 2019

• December 2018

  • TSSAA sanctions lacrosse, adds dose of ‘legitimacy’ to growing sport

    High school lacrosse gains TSSAA sanction, opening the door for more competition and increased opportunities for potential players.

    By John Varlas December 27, 2018

  • Last-ditch drive lifts Alcoa over Covington in 3A championship game

    COOKEVILLE, Tenn.--Covington's football team did everything it could to win the first state championship in school history Saturday.

    By John Varlas December 01, 2018

  • After close call in 2017, Covington hoping to get the better of Alcoa this time around

    When it comes to sequels, Covington's football team is hoping Saturday afternoon will be more like "The Godfather Part II" and less like "Police Academy 7." The Chargers will play in the Class 3A championship game for the second straight year and will once again face mighty Alcoa. The Tornadoes won their 16th title with a 31-20 victory a year ago. 

    By John Varlas December 01, 2018

  • Brentwood Academy defeats error-prone MUS for fourth straight state title

    COOKEVILLE – Following his team's loss to Brentwood Academy Friday, Memphis University School coach Bobby Alston drew inspiration from the wise words of that noted philosopher Garth Brooks.

    By John Varlas December 01, 2018

• November 2018

  • Oakland rolls past Whitehaven to win Class 6A state title

    COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – Whitehaven football coach Rodney Saulsberry summed up his team's performance in the Class 6A state championship game in one succint sentence.

    By John Varlas November 30, 2018

  • MUS itching to get back on the field against Brentwood in Division 2-AAA championship game

    The only thing that's been able to slow down the Memphis University School football team has been the Owls' quirky schedule of late.

    By John Varlas November 29, 2018

  • Whitehaven’s band of brothers faces Oakland in 2016 title-game rematch

    Just like in 2016, the Whitehaven football team is in the state championship game. They’ll play Murfreesboro Oakland on Thursday – just like in 2016.

    By John Varlas November 29, 2018

  • Eric Gray makes Mr. Football history; Maurice Hampton of MUS also claims top prize

    NASHVILLE – Losing in the state semifinals is a bad dream that Eric Gray continues to relive. But Sunday was a dream come true.

    By John Varlas November 26, 2018

  • Whitehaven dominates second half against Ravenwood, advances to 6A title game

    For the first half Friday, Whitehaven looked nothing like a team that was ready for the bright lights of Cookeville. The second half, though, was a whole other story.

    By John Varlas November 24, 2018

  • TSSAA semifinal preview

    The high school football season has reached the semifinal stage in both Tennessee and Mississippi. Here's a closer look at Friday's games involving area teams. All kickoffs are at 7 p.m.

    By John Varlas November 23, 2018

  • Playoff roundup: Whitehaven blanks Germantown to advance to 6A semifinals

    Forget the turkey and pumpkin pie. This Thanksgiving, Whitehaven is serving up donuts.

    By John Varlas November 17, 2018

  • TSSAA quarterfinal previews

    Here is a look at Friday's playoff games involving area teams. Division 2 teams are in the semifinals while Division 1 and MHSAA are featuring quarterfinal games this week. Kickoffs are at 7 p.m.

    By John Varlas November 15, 2018

  • Five local players in contention for TSSAA Mr. Football Award

    The winner of this year's Tennessee Titans Mr. Football award in Division 2-AAA will come from Memphis. The only question remaining is which of three local standouts will take home the state's top prize.

    By John Varlas November 13, 2018

  • Prep roundup: Whitehaven rallies to defeat Houston

    Strange as it seems for a program that's won two state championships since 2012, but Whitehaven has been flying under the radar. Fairly or unfairly though, the Tigers showed they're back where they belong on Friday.

    By John Varlas November 10, 2018

  • Rematches highlight round two of TSSAA playoffs

    Here's a preview of Friday's second round of the TSSAA football playoffs, along with a look at the opening round for teams in DeSoto County. All games kick off at 7 p.m.

    By John Varlas November 09, 2018

  • On the heels of a wild first-round victory, underdog St. George’s faces a big challenge Friday

    It's true: The St. George’s football team will enter Friday's second-round playoff game against Christ Presbyterian Academy with a 5-6 record.

    By John Varlas November 08, 2018

  • Previewing: TSSAA cross-country state championships

    The TSSAA boys and girls cross country championships take place Saturday at Percy Warner State Park near Nashville. Here's a closer look at what to expect from area competitors.

    By John Varlas November 01, 2018

• October 2018

  • State soccer tournaments: What to watch for

    Here's a closer look at the area teams that will be competing in the state tournaments at the Siegel Soccer Complex this week. Play in Division 1 begins on Wednesday with Division 2 play beginning on Thursday.

    By John Varlas October 24, 2018

  • Briarcrest, Harding win state volleyball openers; Houston remains alive in AAA

    Briarcrest and Harding were the only two local volleyball teams to avoid defeat on the first day of the state tournaments Tuesday in Murfreesboro, while Houston is still alive as well.

    By John Varlas October 17, 2018

• September 2018

  • TSSAA Division 1 large boys and girls state golf tournaments open Tuesday

    Here is your guide to the TSSAA Division 1 large boys and girls state golf tournaments, which take place Tuesday and Wednesday at WillowBrook Golf Course in Manchester, Tenn. 

    By John Varlas September 24, 2018