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Covington routs Millington to move into state quarterfinals

By Jeff Ireland on November 15, 2022

[metaslider id=11543] Considering Covington beat Millington 44-0 two and a half months ago, you couldn't blame the Chargers if they were a little overconfident heading into Friday night's rematch in the second round of the Class 3A state playoffs. Early on, thanks primarily to a couple of Covington turnovers, it looked like maybe Covington was taking its opponent too lightly … [Read more...] about Covington routs Millington to move into state quarterfinals

Could Covington and Munford both end up in Chattanooga?

By Jeff Ireland on November 11, 2022

After playing one another in the season opener 12 weeks ago, Covington and Munford both have legitimate shots at a state title COVINGTON Covington’s fans, coaching staff and, to a certain degree, players know exactly what a run to the state title game looks and feels like. The Chargers have made it to high school football’s ultimate game six times: 1971, 2000, 2003, 2012, 2017 … [Read more...] about Could Covington and Munford both end up in Chattanooga?

November 10, 2022

By Jeff Ireland on November 10, 2022

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Munford remains perfect with first round win vs. Northeast

By Jeff Ireland on November 8, 2022

As was the case in three of Munford's last four games, a Cougar opponent put up some resistance. And, just like those three other games, Munford finished strong to remain undefeated. The latest opponent attempting to hand Munford its first loss of the season was Northeast, which traveled from Clarksville to Munford Friday night for the opening round of the Class 5A state … [Read more...] about Munford remains perfect with first round win vs. Northeast

Playoff football gets going tonight for Covington, Munford and Tipton-Rosemark

By Jeff Ireland on November 4, 2022

It's been an interesting journey to the postseason for Covington, Munford and Tipton-Rosemark Academy, all of which play their playoff openers tonight. Munford, of course, finished 10-0 in the regular season for the first time in program history and won a third region title. Covington lost two regular season games, but they were against two teams (Munford and Haywood) ranked … [Read more...] about Playoff football gets going tonight for Covington, Munford and Tipton-Rosemark

November 3, 2022

By Jeff Ireland on November 3, 2022

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Brighton infielder Andrew Davis signs baseball scholarship with Northeast Mississippi CC

By Jeff Ireland on November 1, 2022

Brighton senior infielder Andrew Davis has been one of the best players on the team since his sophomore season when he nailed down the starting spot at third base. But last year, something clicked. "As a sophomore his hitting was pretty good and he had a good on-base percentage," Brighton head coach Ryan Wood said. "Last year, though, his (batting) average jumped above .400 … [Read more...] about Brighton infielder Andrew Davis signs baseball scholarship with Northeast Mississippi CC

Longtime and loved educator Rickey Fayne dies at 67

By Jeff Ireland on November 1, 2022

Rickey Fayne, one of the most influential, well-known and well-liked people involved in local education and the community at large, died on Oct. 25. He was 67. According to his friends, co-workers and people he mentored throughout his 34 years employed by Tipton County Schools, Fayne was always dispensing wise advice, mentoring students and blazing a path that countless … [Read more...] about Longtime and loved educator Rickey Fayne dies at 67

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