[metaslider id=2649] Covington found itself in an unaccustomed spot entering the final regular season game at McNairy Central Friday night. The Chargers were facing elimination from the postseason for the first time since 2014 unless they could contain the offense of the Bobcats. McNairy''s 27 points were the most scored on the CHS defense this season, but they weren't … [Read more...] about Chargers defeat McNairy Central in regular season finale to clinch playoff spot
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Watch 100 Yards with Tipton Rosemark
Welcome to the eighth and final episode of “100 Yards” with special guests These Tipton Rosemark players discuss several topics with Jeff Ireland, The Leader's sports editor, as they walk from one goal line to the other. Other episodes featured Covington head coach J.R. Kirby, Brighton head coach Mike David, Munford head coach Nick Markle, Tipton-Rosemark coach Collin Pinner … [Read more...] about Watch 100 Yards with Tipton Rosemark
Playoff picture: Covington’s game tonight could be do or die; Munford might win region
What a difference a year makes. Twelve months ago, with the regular season finale one day away, Brighton and Munford were preparing to play each other for the final playoff berth in Region 8-5A. Covington, with a Region 7-3A title already clinched, was looking to finish off the 12th perfect regular season in program history. None of those things is true this year. Brighton was … [Read more...] about Playoff picture: Covington’s game tonight could be do or die; Munford might win region
Chargers dismantle Sheffield with huge game coming up Friday vs. McNairy
[metaslider id=2543] The Chargers took no prisoners last Friday night against the Sheffield Knights, giving the 14 players honored in pregame Senior Night ceremonies a 53-6 win in their final regular season home game. "We knew going in against Sheffield that we were likely the better team," said head coach J.R. Kirby. "Yet, our focus was on the offense and improving over … [Read more...] about Chargers dismantle Sheffield with huge game coming up Friday vs. McNairy
Loss to South Gibson means Covington may need a win to make the playoffs
[metaslider id=2332] The Region 7-AAA-leading South Gibson Hornets buzzed into Covington Friday night, seeking to clinch at least a share of the region championship with a win over the Chargers. A game that gave the appearance of an offensive shootout in the first five minutes devolved into a penalty-marred defensive battle eventually won by the visitors, 20-13. This is the … [Read more...] about Loss to South Gibson means Covington may need a win to make the playoffs
Monster game from Jesse Savage propels Munford to key win over Kirby
[metaslider id=2303] Simply put, Munford junior Jesse Savage had the game of his life Friday night. He threw for completions on two fake punts, made all three of his extra points and made all three of his field goals, the third of which came in double overtime and gave the Cougars a huge 30-27 Region 8-5A win at home over Kirby. Despite the massive game he had, after it was … [Read more...] about Monster game from Jesse Savage propels Munford to key win over Kirby
Watch: 100 Yards with Brighton football players
Welcome to the seventh episode of “100 Yards” with special guests Josh Fleming, Michael Armour, Jonathan Maley and Nick Johnson. These Brighton players discuss several topics with Jeff Ireland, The Leader's sports editor, as they walk from one goal line to the other. Other episodes featured Covington head coach J.R. Kirby, Brighton head coach Mike David, Munford head coach Nick … [Read more...] about Watch: 100 Yards with Brighton football players
Here’s a playoff picture breakdown for Brighton, Covington, Munford and TRA
All four Tipton County-area football teams play games tonight that will have significant postseason ramifications. Covington hosts South Gibson, Munford hosts Kirby, Brighton hosts Southwind and Tipton-Rosemark hosts Columbia Academy. For a couple of teams a loss could end postseason hopes. For two others, wins could mean a region title. Here’s a look at each team’s playoff … [Read more...] about Here’s a playoff picture breakdown for Brighton, Covington, Munford and TRA
