[metaslider id=6991] After the second play from scrimmage Friday night, a couple of Munford fans who had made the trip to Cordova to watch the Cougars play Evangelical Christian School yelled, "Watch No. 24, they're going to give it to No. 24!" Ya think? Munford head coach Slade Calhoun, the rest of his coaching staff and Munford's defenders were fully aware that Jaylen … [Read more...] about Munford getting ready for playoffs after loss to top-ranked ECS
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Munford Cougars’ offense hitting on all cylinders as season hits homestretch
[metaslider id=6946] The Dyer County defense had a strategy coming into Friday night’s game in Newbern against Munford: Stop running back Auvic White. They managed to do that to a certain degree, but it made no difference in the outcome of the game. Senior quarterback Jaxon O’Neal had the best game his career with 464 yards of offense and senior receiver Traveon Hawkins lit up … [Read more...] about Munford Cougars’ offense hitting on all cylinders as season hits homestretch
Munford football staying motivated as weird regular season winds down
There are a lot of COVID-related reasons this high school season has been one of a kind. For Munford, it's been particularly weird. Usually this time of year Munford is facing a gauntlet of Region 7-5A games that will make or break its postseason chances. With all but two league teams sitting out the season, however, the back half of Munford's schedule is full of non-region … [Read more...] about Munford football staying motivated as weird regular season winds down
Munford takes care of Harding with huge game vs. Brighton looming
Considering he rushed for nearly 1,000 yards as a sophomore last season, Munford running back Auvic White entered the 2020 season with a fair amount of expectations. He had some solid performances in Munford's first three games, but last Friday he reminded everybody why he's considered one of the top backs in West Tennessee. White rushed for 200 yards on 25 carries as the … [Read more...] about Munford takes care of Harding with huge game vs. Brighton looming
FRIDAY NIGHT WIVES: An inside look at what it’s like to be the wife of a high school football coach
[metaslider id=6518] If you’re looking to locate the wife of a high school football coach during a game, don’t look in the stands. They won’t be there. “I’ve been social distancing at football games for years,” Olivia Kirby, the wife of Covington head coach J.R. Kirby, says with a laugh. She stands in an undisclosed spot with a few friends to avoid the inevitable criticism … [Read more...] about FRIDAY NIGHT WIVES: An inside look at what it’s like to be the wife of a high school football coach
Munford wins M &M Bowl for sixth straight season in Thursday night special
[metaslider id=6376] With the gusty winds swirling over the Munford Football Stadium field, Munford head football coach Slade Calhoun was flashing a smile brighter than a lightning bolt from tropical storm Laura. Calhoun had the grin of a winner, gripping the game ball from the 2020 M&M Bowl. The first-year head coach of Munford secured his first victory as the leader of … [Read more...] about Munford wins M &M Bowl for sixth straight season in Thursday night special
What to expect when Covington and Munford clash tomorrow in season opener
What: Covington vs. Munford in season opener Where: Covington High School When: Friday at 7:30 p.m. Ticket info: Because of COVID-19 restrictions, only approximately 1,000 tickets will be sold, which is about one-third of the stadium’s capacity. Tickets will not be available at the gate. They are available for $7 at Covington High School until 3 p.m. on Friday. Munford was … [Read more...] about What to expect when Covington and Munford clash tomorrow in season opener
Governor lifts restriction to clear the way for high school football to start next month
When Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee signs Executive Order No. 55, which he said Tuesday he will do soon, it's full speed ahead for high school football. The order, which includes TSSAA member schools in an exception to contact sports restrictions, means the high school football season will begin Aug. 21, which was the original plan. A contingency plan was approved by the TSSAA last … [Read more...] about Governor lifts restriction to clear the way for high school football to start next month
