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DIVISION I, CLASS 1A
Bryce Hanley, Greenback
Dezmon Johnson, Lake County
Cameron Whitaker, Cornersville
DIVISION I, CLASS 2A
Jeremiah Batiste, Tyner
J.D. Dixon, Waverly
Aaron Swafford, Meigs County
DIVISION I, CLASS 3A
Kam Harris-Lusk, Fairview
Walker Russell, Alcoa
Xavier Shepherd, Pearl Cohn
DIVISION I, CLASS 4A
Cade Ballard, Greeneville
Bobo Hodges, Maplewood
Stanton Martin, Anderson County
DIVISION I, CLASS 5A
Herbert Booker, Oak Ridge
Cade Larkins, David Crockett
Deshawn Page, Fulton
DIVISION I, CLASS 6A
Xavier Myers, Oakland
T.J. Sheffield, Independence
Devon Starling, Cane Ridge
DIVISION II, CLASS A
Da’Joun Hewitt, Davidson Academy
Stone Norton, Davidson Academy
Rube Scott Rhea, Fayette Academy
DIVISION II, CLASS AA
Eric Gray, Lausanne
Noah Henderson, CPA
Cameron Wynn, Notre Dame
DIVISION II, CLASS AAA
Maurice Hampton, MUS
Bill Norton, Christian Brothers
Omari Thomas, Briarcrest
KICKER OF THE YEAR
Mason Lafollette, East Hamilton
Garrett Taylor, Oakland
Zaden Webber, Rossview
The Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards will be presented to the top football players in nine classifications of the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association on Sunday, November 25, 2018, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. For the 17th consecutive year, the top kicker in the state will be recognized with a Mr. Football Award, regardless of classification.
Three finalists have been announced for each classification and the Kicker of the Year category (SEE BELOW). There are six classifications in Division I and three in Division II.
The three finalists for each award will be the ones invited to attend the awards dinner at Nissan Stadium, where the winner of each award will be announced.
A committee of statewide sports writers selected winners based on performance in the 2018 regular season. Academics and character were also taken into consideration. High school head coaches and members of the media nominated the finalists.
“We are very excited and appreciative about being involved with the Tennessee Titans for the 12th consecutive year,” stated Bernard Childress, Executive Director of the TSSAA. “They have helped make the recognition of these 50 student-athletes, their families, and schools possible. The sponsorship of the Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards and numerous contributions to high schools across the state since the team moved to Tennessee have meant a great deal to the member schools of the TSSAA.”
This is the 34th year that the Mr. Football Awards have been presented to Tennessee’s best high school football players. A Mr. Football trophy will be presented to the winners of each category. A Mr. Football plaque will be presented to the other two finalists in each category. The other semi-finalists will each receive a certificate.
More than 400 people, including the 30 finalists, their families, coaches, school administrators and members of the media from all parts of the state, are expected to attend the 2018 dinner.
*** Source Titansonline.com*****
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The Viking Varsity Football team will be traveling to Friendship Christian School this Friday, Nov. 16th for a semi-final game in the TSSAA DII-A state championship tournament. Tickets can be purchased by clicking on the button below, or you can purchase your tickets at the gate. Tickets are $8.00 each. Game time is 7 pm.
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Spotlight: Ecology Club
Walking across the sprawling 42-acre campus located in Somerville, TN one can expect to see school buildings, parking lots, athletic fields and, of course, children rushing to and from class. Venturing towards Day high school building, however, something unexpected, the flow of fountains and the busy morning chatter of wildlife can be heard, drawing you to a walkway just west of the building. The walkway leads to a wrought iron gate where two stone memorials stand to greet you, “Mary Margret’s Garden, Class of 2005” and “This garden is dedicated to the memory of Mary Margaret Pilcher, whose life reminds us of the beauty of butterflies, flowers and rainbows”. For everyone who knew Mary Margret, the garden is a perfect tribute to a life full of love and laughter that was tragically lost too soon but would forever leave an impact on the school.
“This garden is dedicated to the memory of Mary Margaret Pilcher, whose life reminds us of the beauty of butterflies, flowers and rainbows”
Through the gate, one is transported to scenes of a secret garden, walkways that wind through quiet sitting areas and fountains. A fairy garden, lit by the morning sun peeking through shade trees overhead. Bullfrogs lazily jump into a small fish pond as the path leads you towards the back of the garden, filled with nine large raised beds ready to be planted and a brightly painted tool shed. Two wheelbarrows lean against the side of the shed, fresh dirt still clings to the wheels. The past Saturday was Garden Day; a group of students had packed the garden to prepare it for the new school year and the activities to come. The students are members of the Ecology Club, founded in 2005. The high school students responsible for the design and construction of the garden petitioned for a club to be created to maintain and care for the garden, ensuring sustainability of the garden for the many community contributors and students involved in the project for years to come.
“Every year the Ecology Club takes two annual retreats to the Land Between the Lakes, Brandon Springs Environmental Learning Center. While we are there we participate in team building, leadership development and conduct STEM field studies in the streams and local ponds. They also participate in outdoor survival skill classes to learn about outdoor cooking and shelter building”
Donna Burrus, Ecology Club sponsor, talks about the club as she stands next to an aquarium with two African Spurred Tortoises that will, once they are fully grown, take up residence in the Garden as part of a student-led habitat project. “Every year the Ecology Club takes two annual retreats to the Land Between the Lakes, Brandon Springs Environmental Learning Center. While we are there we participate in team building, leadership development and conduct STEM field studies in the streams and local ponds. They also participate in outdoor survival skill classes to learn about outdoor cooking and shelter building”. They work closely with The Tennessee Wildlife Federation and in 2018 won the Tennessee Wildlife Federation Statewide Top School Volunteer Award. As part of their conservation efforts, they placed eighth in the nation in 2018 PepsiCo School Recycle Rally competition; also, in 2018 they won the Presidential Youth Volunteer Service Award Gold Medal for youth volunteer service hours and in 2017 the club had four members recognized by the Ronald Reagan Leadership Awards for outstanding student leaders. As she scans the long list of awards in her hand, Ms. Burrus smiles with pride and notes one of her favorite club achievements, three presidential recognitions for the work done by the students she cares about so deeply.
“They are an amazing group of students who have achieved success nationwide, being recognized by some of our nation’s top leaders in Conservation and Ecology. Our students are excelling in this area and receiving scholarships and recognition, not to mention a deeper respect for the world we live in because of their work through and connection with the ecology club. We are proud to be a part of something much larger than Fayette Academy.”
Rube Scott Rhea Selected as Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Semifinalist
Fayette Academy junior Rube Scott Rhea selected as one of five semifinalists for the Division II, Class A Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Award.
The Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards will be presented to the top football players in nine classifications of the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association on Sunday, November 25, 2018, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville.
Five semifinalists were announced on November 1st by TSSAA, Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association. There are six classifications in Division I and three in Division II. Three finalists for each category will be announced by Mike Keith on the Titans website at www.titansonline.com on Monday, November 12 at 2:00 p.m. CST / 3:00 p.m. EST. The three finalists for each award will be the ones invited to attend the awards luncheon at Nissan Stadium, where the winner of each award will be announced.
A committee of statewide sports writers selected winners based on performance in the 2018 regular season. Academics and character were also taken into consideration. High school head coaches and members of the media nominated the finalists.
“We are very excited and appreciative about being involved with the Tennessee Titans for the 12th consecutive year,” stated Bernard Childress, Executive Director of the TSSAA. “They have helped make the recognition of these 50 student-athletes, their families, and schools possible. The sponsorship of the Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards and numerous contributions to high schools across the state since the team moved to Tennessee have meant a great deal to the member schools of the TSSAA.”
This is the 34th year that the Mr. Football Awards have been presented to Tennessee’s best high school football players. A Mr. Football trophy will be presented to the winners of each category. A Mr. Football plaque will be presented to the other two finalists in each category. The other semi-finalists will each receive a certificate.
More than 400 people, including the 30 finalists, their families, coaches, school administrators and members of the media from all parts of the state, are expected to attend the 2018 luncheon.
Mike Keith, play-by-play voice of the Tennessee Titans, will emcee the awards presentation. A live video stream of the awards will be provided at TitansOnline.com.
Source: Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association
If you would like more information about this topic, please call Katie Ashley at 901-466-5453 or email kashley@fayetteacademy.com
Fayette Academy Head of School, Courtney Burnette receives A.F Bridges Award, Principal of the year for Athletic District 7.
Bill Rhea, Chairman of the Fayette Academy Board of Trustees, states, “Courtney is an incredibly deserving recipient of this award. She is the face and heartbeat of Fayette Academy. A true professional who goes the extra mile for the students, faculty, and administration. We are blessed to have her and are extremely proud of her achievements.”
For the 19th consecutive year, The A.F. Bridges Awards program includes awards for School System Administrator of the Year, Principal of the Year, Athletic Director of the Year, Female Coach of the Year, Male Coach of the Year, Official of the Year, and Contributor of the Year. The awards recognize 63 individuals from across our state that represents what’s best in high school athletics. Recognitions are made in the above-mentioned categories in each of the nine athletic districts in our state.
Nominations were made by a Citizenship/Sportsmanship Committee, and member schools in each athletic district and the final selection was made by a State Selection Committee.
Bernard Childress, Executive Director of the TSSAA, stated, “Being recognized for one of these awards as a school or individual should be seen as one of the highest honors in high school athletics in our state. Those who receive the awards truly reflect what high school athletics should be about, and that’s good sportsmanship and good citizenship.”
Awards will be presented at the three Regional Meetings held at the following dates
and sites (members of the media are welcome to attend):
Monday, November 5 – Hardin Valley Academy, 1 p.m. ET
Wednesday, November 7 – University School of Jackson, 10:00 a.m. CT
Thursday, November 8 – Hillwood High School, 10:00 a.m. CTSource: Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association
Partial Source: Matthew Gillespie, Assistant Executive Director, TSSAA, press release
If you would like more information about this topic, please call Katie Ashley at 901-466-5453or email kashley@fayetteacademy.com
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Spotlight: 2018 Fayette Academy Varsity Football Team
“I want to talk to you about the boys.” Vic Shivers looks up from his computer, crosses his arms across his chest and smiles. Shivers is the head coach of the Fayette Academy Varsity Football team, a group of 38 hard-hitting boys from Somerville, TN. “What do you want to know?” he says through his trademark grin. “I want to know all about them, ranked number two in the division, a winning season. Everyone can feel there is something different about this team.” Coach shifts in his chair and after a long pause says, “They are different, in my 19 years of coaching this team is one of the best if not the best group of boys I have ever coached. They are physical, smart, amazing work ethic; they are mature, great character and the player/coach relationship, well it’s something special” he continued, “It’s like having 38 sons.”
Coach has been watching this group of boys for several years now. He, along with the other coaches knew in middle school that they would grow into a remarkable team. This year isn’t their first winning season, or second, in fact, it is their third in a row. Each year growing more cohesive, stronger, smarter. All building up to this year, which has drawn attention throughout the division and the metro area. The Vikings were on everyone’s lists of teams to watch, and they haven’t disappointed. Senior Reid Holland is going into his last conference game before playoffs with 56 career touchdowns, and quarterback Rube Scott Rhea has over 1000 passing yards and over 1000 rushing yards, a record for the school. While athletic talent is apparent, I wanted to know what was going on behind the jersey.
“They are different, in my 19 years of coaching this team is one of the best if not the best group of boys I have ever coached. They are physical, smart, amazing work ethic; they are mature, great character and the player/coach relationship, well it’s something special”
For a team known for physicality and endurance, The PowerHouse is the natural hub outside of the locker room. Walking through the doors I am greeted by familiar racks of weights and benches line the walls, laminated paper taped to each station listing sets and maxes. I can see the emphasis placed on ‘keeping your house in order,’ surprisingly organized, each tool placed back in its’ designated home. At the far wall, a whiteboard reads “Viking Football.” Lettered out in bold across the top is Bench, Squat, Deadlift, 40, Pro Shuttle, and GPA. Coach elaborates on the choice to include GPA on the goal board, ” We tell them daily that their character and grades are what makes them exceptional. You don’t know when you are a freshman what your athletic physique will be as a senior. We tell them, you want to play collegiate? Then you need the grades. If you don’t play collegiate. Then you need the grades. Regardless, we are molding young men of character. Their grades, their character in the classroom, these are the goals we want to highlight. We want them to be exceptional on the field, but off the field is what will make the man.” It is a lesson this group of young men has taken to heart. 21 of our 38 Vikings have a GPA of 3.0 or higher: seven with 3.0 – 3.49, nine with a 3.5 – 3.99, and five with over a 4.0! Scanning the names on the 30+ Club roster, a school club whose members have scored a 30 or higher composite or subtest score on the ACT, you will see many of the same names that appear on the Friday night roster.
21 of our 38 Vikings have a GPA of 3.0 or higher: seven with 3.0 – 3.49, nine with a 3.5 – 3.99, and five with over a 4.0!
Every Thursday the team gathers for player-led devotion, it’s just another way they emphasize, “There are a lot of other things in life more important than football.” Coach continues to tell of a particular Thursday that was led by a freshman on the team, “he did a great job,” all of the boys supported and engaged with the devotion. Another indicator of the cohesion felt in the locker room. Every member of the team is supported and valued. “You create a special bond with a small roster; every group is working alongside each other. Linemen talk to the receivers, defense to offense”. They are a tightknit group, “just a fun group to be around.”
The school feels the same way about the boys; you can feel the pride for “Their Viking boys” on and off the field. Something that the team recognizes and appreciates. They love their Viking family too, on game days you can catch them at drop-off line in the morning, kneeling to high-five a little Viking fan or gently placing a backpack on a preschooler. You may see a red jersey duck in to read to a class or visit a lab to wave and encourage the younger students. It’s in these acts that you see just what Coach Vic has been pointing to the entire time. ” We are the same coaches we have been. The difference is in them. These kids, they made us better. We are better coaches because of them. They aren’t satisfied with average.”
As the playoffs approach the list of goals the team laid out at the beginning of the year has come down to one final item. They have their winning season. They made it to the playoffs, they secured the first round bye, and now there is just one goal left they hope to accomplish. They can be sure we will be watching and cheering them on, proud to be Vikings.
“There are a lot of other things in life more important than football.”
