[metaslider id=11317] “That may be the most complete game that I have seen a team play in my 17 years coaching.” So said Covington head coach J.R. Kirby after his Chargers posted their third shutout of the season in a 34-0 demolition of the Dyersburg Trojans in a Region 7-3A game Friday night in Covington. The story line centered on the Covington defense, which held the … [Read more...] about Covington demolishes Dyersburg, all but clinching region title
Munford woman Gracie Kirk raising money for Cuddle Cot to honor her stillborn baby
Last February, 18-year-old Munford resident Gracie Kirk found out she was expecting a child. While it may have been an exciting milestone for her life, she was filled with fear because she was young, but knew she would be okay with the support of her family and friends. At the first appointment she had for the baby, the heart rate was stable; a little on the lower side, but … [Read more...] about Munford woman Gracie Kirk raising money for Cuddle Cot to honor her stillborn baby
Braxton Sharp runs wild as Munford beats Dyer County to remain undefeated
[metaslider id=11283] Seeing the final score of 54-31 Friday night in Newbern might give people the idea that Munford took care of Dyer County easily in a Region 8-5A showdown. Those watching the game live, however, know the Cougars had to fight the entire game for a win that three third quarter Braxton Sharp touchdown runs all but sealed. It started with Dyer County’s (2-4 … [Read more...] about Braxton Sharp runs wild as Munford beats Dyer County to remain undefeated
Covington routs Ripley for fourth straight win
The Hatchie River border war that is the heated rivalry in every sport between the Ripley Tigers and the Covington Chargers saw the Chargers take no prisoners in the latest skirmish, a 42-7 region win at Tiny Knee Stadium on Friday night. The CHS (4-1 overall, 2-0 Region 7-3A) defense set the tone, allowing the Tigers (3-2, 1-1) just 64 yards of offense before giving way to … [Read more...] about Covington routs Ripley for fourth straight win
Munford blows past Dyersburg in second half to move to 4-0
[metaslider id=11183] Last year during Week 4, the Munford Cougars had a comfortable 17-7 lead going into halftime over the Dyersburg Trojans at the Sid Witherington Field in Munford. Unfortunately, the Trojans bounced back to hand the Cougars one of their two losses of the regular season. Nevertheless, Munford finished the regular season 8-2 and won a playoff game. This … [Read more...] about Munford blows past Dyersburg in second half to move to 4-0
Covington dominates Millington in region opener
Charger head coach J.R. Kirby was pleased with the performance of his team in Friday’s 44-0 demolition of the Millington Trojans considering the week that preceded the game. “We had three or four kids out sick all week, staff were sick as well”, Kirby said. “The absence of Daylin Edwards and Daniel Harrison due to injuries required some last minute adjustments. It was a tough … [Read more...] about Covington dominates Millington in region opener
Chargers get back on track with rout of North Side
Charger head coach J. R. Kirby had little to complain about after Friday’s 41-0 drubbing of the North Side Indians (0-2) in Jackson. “We stepped up and played our game,” he said. “The offensive line was better. Senior Jaylen Hall’s return was a big boost. (Gabe) Wellentin’s offseason work is paying dividends in the kicking game. The defense shut them down completely and Gover … [Read more...] about Chargers get back on track with rout of North Side
Munford rolls past Millington for seventh straight M & M Bowl victory
[metaslider id=11135] The 2022 Munford Cougars took the first step toward Highway 51 supremacy Aug. 18 by snapping the Covington Charger jinx 28-7. Friday night’s annual M&M Bowl was the home debut, official first football game on the new turf and chance toward claiming another 51 rivalry game vs. the Millington Trojans. The Cougars made sure the Munford Football Stadium … [Read more...] about Munford rolls past Millington for seventh straight M & M Bowl victory
