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The Commercial Appeal’s latest fan‑driven ranking spotlights Memphis‑area high school football standouts, with a special focus on linebackers and a deadline of July 23 for community voting.
The Commercial Appeal's annual rankings highlight the best Memphis-area high school football players for 2026, with voting open for defensive linemen until July 16.
The Commercial Appeal has launched its annual ranking of the top high school football players in the Memphis area for the 2026 season, inviting readers to cast their votes for the standout offensive lineman.
The Commercial Appeal launches its annual ranking of top Memphis-area high school football offensive linemen for the 2026 season, inviting fan participation before the July 9 voting deadline.
Four‑star defensive lineman Antwan Jackson announced his commitment to Ole Miss, citing the program’s early offer and his relationship with coach Pete Golding. Ranked No. 16 in Tennessee and No. 33 nationally among edge rushers, Jackson adds a potent pass‑rush to the Rebels’ 2027 class.
After guiding Collierville High School to a 37‑12 record and a district title in 2026, Jeff Munier is stepping down, closing a chapter that includes 509 career wins and five state tournament appearances.
After 11 years at the helm, Jeff Munier will not return as head baseball coach at Collierville High School. His leadership produced a 37-12 record in 2026, a district title and a state tournament berth, while his career spans over two decades of high school baseball excellence.
The Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association has released the full schedule for the 2026 football season, detailing summer conditioning, practice milestones, scrimmages, regular‑season kickoff, playoffs and the championship weekend in Chattanooga.
Three‑star recruit Khamoni Williams announced his commitment to Auburn University on June 21, ending his pledge to West Virginia and positioning himself as a cornerstone for Southwind's 2026 campaign.
The state's athletic board has approved a 35‑second shot clock for high school basketball, setting a phased rollout that begins in 2026‑27 and raises questions about funding and staffing.
Lawrence Britt, a four-star junior athlete from Lausanne, announced his commitment to the University of Missouri, joining a growing list of top prospects from the Memphis area.
Chris Mitchell, who led Lausanne to five straight winning seasons, is now the head coach of Houston High baseball, inheriting a program with a 20‑win streak since 2012.
Will Brick, the senior catcher and third baseman from Christian Brothers High School, has been honored as the 2025-26 Gatorade Tennessee Baseball Player of the Year after leading his team to a perfect start and earning national recognition.
Briarcrest's boys soccer team fell 3-1 to McCallie in the TSSAA Division II-AA state championship, but the loss capped a historic season that included the program's first-ever title-game appearance and a turnaround led by Coach Axel Sandoval.
The Saints' historic run, fueled by confidence, teamwork and key moments, will culminate in a showdown against the state powerhouse.
Team Thad's 17U squad features six homegrown players who are attracting interest from top college coaches as the Nike EYBL Session 2 kicks off in Memphis.
Texas A&M sophomore Jamarion Morrow hosted a free football camp in his hometown of Orange Mound, drawing over 746 participants and involving his family in a day of training, competition and community building.
Duron Sutton's move from Ridgeway to Germantown marks a significant shift in Memphis-area high school football, with the new staff inheriting a tough 2025 campaign and a scheduled clash against longtime rival Houston.