The third day of the annual Spring Fling in Murfreesboro turned into a showcase of rising talent across multiple sports, drawing crowds eager to see the next generation of high school athletes in action.
A Tournament of Firsts and Upsets
In the centerpiece match, the McCallie School’s soccer squad secured its second DII‑AA title in three years, edging out Briarcrest with a 3‑1 victory that hinged on a late strike.
Finn Arnold, the game’s Most Valuable Player, sealed the win with a decisive goal in the 78th minute, a moment that sparked celebration among teammates, coaches, and the school’s alumni network.
The triumph was tempered by a hard‑fought loss for Boyd‑Buchanan’s softball team, which fell 3‑1 to Tipton‑Rosemark in the DII‑A championship, finishing as runners‑up despite a strong season.
Other highlights included Copper Basin High School’s first-ever Spring Fling victory, a 10‑0 rout of Cloudland, and a dramatic reversal for Marion County, which avenged an earlier 13‑7 defeat with a 5‑1 loss to Summertown.
East Hamilton’s campaign concluded with back‑to‑back 4‑3 defeats to Maryville, while Notre Dame High School saw its run end in a 2‑1 loss to Knox Grace in the DII‑A championship.