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Rosemark’s postseason run ends with loss to CPA in state semifinals

By The Leader on March 5, 2021

[metaslider id=8203] COOKEVILLE - Tipton-Rosemark’s season and a wildly successful run for a father and son came to an end Thursday night with an 81-70 loss to Christ Presbyterian Academy in the Division II-A state semifinals. At the end of the game, senior Alex Anderson gave head coach Cedric Anderson, his father, a giant hug as tears were shed from the both of them. “I … [Read more...] about Rosemark’s postseason run ends with loss to CPA in state semifinals

Tipton-Rosemark rallies past Webb to earn another state tournament berth

By The Leader on March 1, 2021

[metaslider id=8128] Sounds of fans cheering could be heard down Rosemark Road due to the Tipton Rosemark boys’ basketball team advancing to the Division II-A state tournament after beating Knoxville Webb 50-48 in a thrilling battle Saturday night at home.  This will be the second time in three years the TRA boys will be going to compete in the final four. The Rebels (17-3) … [Read more...] about Tipton-Rosemark rallies past Webb to earn another state tournament berth

High school hoops preview: Tipton-Rosemark boys return D-I signee Alex Anderson

By Jeff Ireland on November 25, 2020

Head coach: Cedric Anderson (4th season) Last season: 19-7, lost to Webb School in sub-state Starters lost: 2 Starters returning: 3 Players to watch: G Alex Anderson, G Cameron Dunnigan, G Tyler Byrd, F Ethan Stewart Alex Anderson had to do a lot last season The 6-7 senior combo guard who has signed with D-I South Alabama was the focus of all of Rosemark's opponents last … [Read more...] about High school hoops preview: Tipton-Rosemark boys return D-I signee Alex Anderson

TRA senior Alex Anderson signs D-I scholarship with South Alabama

By The Leader on November 23, 2020

The Alex Anderson Era at Tipton-Rosemark Academy didn't have such a humble beginning. The confident freshman arrived on campus proud of his family's legacy and knowing his own potential to be a Division-I caliber talent. Luckily for the TRA Rebel Basketball program the youngest Anderson boy has fulfilled his destiny from racking up several awards the past three seasons, team … [Read more...] about TRA senior Alex Anderson signs D-I scholarship with South Alabama

The best 10 quotes from the 2019-20 school year

By Jeff Ireland on May 14, 2020

Former NFL quarterback Joe Theisman once said, “Nobody in football should be called a genius. A genius is a guy like Norman Einstein.” Yogi Berra, perhaps the most quotable athlete of all time, said, “No one goes there anymore, it’s too crowded.” While the following quotes from local coaches and athletes during the 2019-20 school year are not necessarily funny, we’ve ranked … [Read more...] about The best 10 quotes from the 2019-20 school year

Q and A: Rosemark basketball standout Alex Anderson talks about his brothers and taunting from opposing fans

By Jeff Ireland on February 17, 2020

During a home game against Fayette Academy on Jan. 28, there was a large group of visiting students in the TRA gym. For much of the game, the students chanted "overrated" at TRA 6-6 guard Alex Anderson. It didn't seem to bother him as he scored 26 points in a 63-60 Rebel win. He gets that kind of attention on a regular basis because he's the best player in Rosemark's league, … [Read more...] about Q and A: Rosemark basketball standout Alex Anderson talks about his brothers and taunting from opposing fans

HIGH SCHOOL HOOPS PREVIEW: Tipton-Rosemark boys coming off state title game appearance

By Jeff Ireland on November 15, 2019

Head coach: Cedric Anderson (3rd season) Last season: 23-9, lost to Knoxville Webb in DII-A state title game Starters lost: 3 Starters returning: 2 Players to watch: G Alex Anderson, G Patrick Green, F Ethan Stewart, C Jay Heigel, G Reggie Lewis Three members of the Anderson family – brothers Alex and Andrew and their coach and father, Cedric – were huge reasons why … [Read more...] about HIGH SCHOOL HOOPS PREVIEW: Tipton-Rosemark boys coming off state title game appearance

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