Covington head coach J.R. Kirby is very open about the fact that several talented Charger football players over the years never played in college because they did not take care of business in the classroom. When Jalen Fayne and Kirby made several recruiting trips to schools like Tennessee, Memphis, Arkansas State and Austin Peay, they were able to show that Fayne had the … [Read more...] about Covington standout Jalen Fayne signs with Missouri Southern
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Covington’s season ends with overtime loss to Dyersburg
[metaslider id=9889] Two of the best 3A teams in Tennessee had a head-on collision in Dyersburg Friday in the state quarterfinals. When the scene was finally cleared, the Trojans (12-0) came out on top 21-20 in overtime vs. Covington (10-3), ending the 2021 season for the Chargers. “It’s a tough loss to take,” Covington head coach J.R. Kirby said Saturday. “I had a hard time … [Read more...] about Covington’s season ends with overtime loss to Dyersburg
PLAYOFF PREVIEW: Covington, lone local team left, plays Dyersburg tonight for semifinal berth
And then there was one. As is almost always the case, Covington has outlasted the other local teams and is the only Tipton County football team still in the playoffs. Tonight's Class 3A quarterfinal matchup at Dyersburg figures to be a good one. Here's a quick look at what to expect: What: Covington (9-2) vs Dyersburg (11-0) in the Class 3A state quarterfinals When: Today … [Read more...] about PLAYOFF PREVIEW: Covington, lone local team left, plays Dyersburg tonight for semifinal berth
Covington routs Ripley to set up quarterfinal rematch with Dyersburg
[metaslider id=9834] Some avid followers of high school football predicted a 35-21 Charger victory in Friday’s Class 3A second round playoff game at Covington Athletic Field. The Chargers hit the prediction on the number but, apparently, no one factored in a CHS defense that took charge and blanked the Tigers 35-0 in what was anticipated to be a battle to the final … [Read more...] about Covington routs Ripley to set up quarterfinal rematch with Dyersburg
Covington dismantles Raleigh-Egypt to set up round two showdown vs. Ripley
No two ways about it. No hyperbole. The Chargers deconstructed the Raleigh-Egypt Pharaohs 54-6 on Friday night in the opening round of the TSSAA Class 3A football playoffs. Raleigh-Egypt (5-5), the Region 8-3A third seed, completed just two passes for 40 yards and an interception and rushed 22 times for just 18 yards. CHS’ best defensive effort this season held them to 58 … [Read more...] about Covington dismantles Raleigh-Egypt to set up round two showdown vs. Ripley
Covington secures home playoff game with rout of Bolton
A cold, wet, windy night did not deter the Chargers Friday as the offense heated up and burned the Bolton Wildcats for a 55-6 region win that secured second place in the playoffs. Despite the lopsided score, the night was not all peaches and cream. Covington (7-2 overall, 4-1 Region 8-3A) seemed to be a bit off plumb all night. Jamarion Dowell put CHS on top with a 75-yard … [Read more...] about Covington secures home playoff game with rout of Bolton
Haywood hands Covington its first shutout in 12 years
Pop quiz: When was the last time the Covington Chargers were shut out in a football game? Answer: In the eighth game of the 2009 season when Haywood beat Covington 21-0. That 13-year streak ended Friday night and the opponent was the same. The Haywood Tomcats (9-0, ranked fourth in the state in Class 4A) completely stymied the Chargers 33-0 in a non-region game in … [Read more...] about Haywood hands Covington its first shutout in 12 years
Covington steamrolls Bolivar in region play
[metaslider id=9663] Covington’s 65-6 rout of Bolivar Central on Friday night would lead one to believe the Chargers had put up gaudy offensive numbers. Not so. CHS amassed just 253 rushing yards, well under their almost 430 yards per game average. The passing game was more productive than previous nights with 5 of 7 completions by two quarterbacks for three touchdowns. The … [Read more...] about Covington steamrolls Bolivar in region play
