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Brentwood tackle Cole Mabry, right, consoles Brentwood tight end Kaden Dreier (12) after Cane Ridge intercepted a pass during the second half of an high school football game Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Antioch, Tenn. Cane Ridge won 28-13.
Brentwood tackle Cole Mabry, right, consoles Brentwood tight end Kaden Dreier (12) after Cane Ridge intercepted a pass during the second half of an high school football game Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Antioch, Tenn. Cane Ridge won 28-13.
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Cane Ridge defensive end  Joy Kabelu, right, tackles Brentwood quarterback Carson Shacklett (4) during the second half of an high school football game Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Antioch, Tenn. Cane Ridge won 28-13.
Cane Ridge defensive end Joy Kabelu, right, tackles Brentwood quarterback Carson Shacklett (4) during the second half of an high school football game Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Antioch, Tenn. Cane Ridge won 28-13.
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Cane Ridge wide receiver Jared Mccray (6) tries to elude Brentwood free safety Bryce Bergholtz (7) during the second half of an high school football game Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Antioch, Tenn. Cane Ridge won 28-13.
Cane Ridge wide receiver Jared Mccray (6) tries to elude Brentwood free safety Bryce Bergholtz (7) during the second half of an high school football game Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Antioch, Tenn. Cane Ridge won 28-13.
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Brentwood running back Carter McKechnie (25) carries the ball against Cane Ridge during the first half of an high school football game Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Antioch, Tenn.
Brentwood running back Carter McKechnie (25) carries the ball against Cane Ridge during the first half of an high school football game Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Antioch, Tenn.
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A Cane Ridge Honor Guard member hold the America flag as the National Anthem is played before  an high school football game between Cane Ridge and Brentwood Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Antioch, Tenn.
A Cane Ridge Honor Guard member hold the America flag as the National Anthem is played before an high school football game between Cane Ridge and Brentwood Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Antioch, Tenn.
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Oakland’s quarterback Timmy Goodrich (10) turns to hand the ball off during the second round of the play-off game against Blackman on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at Oakland.
Oakland’s quarterback Timmy Goodrich (10) turns to hand the ball off during the second round of the play-off game against Blackman on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at Oakland.
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BlackmanÕs quarterback Connor Mitchell (6) is sacked by OaklandÕs Aaron Moore (36) during the second round of the play-off game against Oakland on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at Oakland.
BlackmanÕs quarterback Connor Mitchell (6) is sacked by OaklandÕs Aaron Moore (36) during the second round of the play-off game against Oakland on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at Oakland.
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Oakland’s Jeron Rooks (15) makes a touchdown catch as Blackman’s Conner Murphy (9) defends him during the second round of the play-off game against Blackman on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at Oakland.
Oakland’s Jeron Rooks (15) makes a touchdown catch as Blackman’s Conner Murphy (9) defends him during the second round of the play-off game against Blackman on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at Oakland.
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Blackman fans Madison Escue, a junior in a Christmas sweater and Jazmyn Hart, freshman run around the stands as they get ready for the second round playoff game against Oakland on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at Oakland. Blackman has a Christmas theme for the this game.
Blackman fans Madison Escue, a junior in a Christmas sweater and Jazmyn Hart, freshman run around the stands as they get ready for the second round playoff game against Oakland on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at Oakland. Blackman has a Christmas theme for the this game.
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Blackman fan Parker Mount bundles up as she gets ready for the second round playoff game against Oakland on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at Oakland.
Blackman fan Parker Mount bundles up as she gets ready for the second round playoff game against Oakland on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at Oakland.
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Independence quarterback is sacked by a Ravenwood defender during their game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn.  (Photo by Wade Payne, Special to the Tennessean)
Independence quarterback is sacked by a Ravenwood defender during their game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Wade Payne, Special to the Tennessean)
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Independence quarterback Nathan Cisco throws to a receiver as he's pressured by Ravenwood's Bryan Rice during their game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn.  (Photo by Wade Payne, Special to the Tennessean)
Independence quarterback Nathan Cisco throws to a receiver as he's pressured by Ravenwood's Bryan Rice during their game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Wade Payne, Special to the Tennessean)
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Ravenwood quarterback Brian Garcia runs for yardage during their game against Independence, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn.  (Photo by Wade Payne, Special to the Tennessean)
Ravenwood quarterback Brian Garcia runs for yardage during their game against Independence, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Wade Payne, Special to the Tennessean)
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A member of the Ravenwood marching band performs during their game against Independence, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn.  (Photo by Wade Payne, Special to the Tennessean)
A member of the Ravenwood marching band performs during their game against Independence, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Wade Payne, Special to the Tennessean)
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Summit fans run onto the field after winning their game against Page at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
Summit fans run onto the field after winning their game against Page at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
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Summit’s George Odimegwu breaks free from a tackle to score a touchdown during their game against Page at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
Summit’s George Odimegwu breaks free from a tackle to score a touchdown during their game against Page at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
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Summit coaches and players applaud a first down during their game against Page at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
Summit coaches and players applaud a first down during their game against Page at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
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Jonathan Myers is congratulated by teammates after making an interception against Page during their game at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
Jonathan Myers is congratulated by teammates after making an interception against Page during their game at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
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Page High SchoolÕs Miles X bonn leaps to make a catch during their game at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
Page High SchoolÕs Miles X bonn leaps to make a catch during their game at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
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Jacob Goin of Page knocks down a pass intended for SummitÕs George Odimegwu during their game at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
Jacob Goin of Page knocks down a pass intended for SummitÕs George Odimegwu during their game at Summit High School Friday November 10, 2017.
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Crockett County's Dennis Buchanan flips Dyersburg's Blake Mendoza over for a tackle during their game, Friday, November 10.
Crockett County's Dennis Buchanan flips Dyersburg's Blake Mendoza over for a tackle during their game, Friday, November 10.
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Crockett County's Fred Boles tackles Dyersburg's Christopher Russell during their game, Friday, November 10.
Crockett County's Fred Boles tackles Dyersburg's Christopher Russell during their game, Friday, November 10.
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Dyersburg's Blake Mendoza looks up Crockett County's Josh Owens during their game, Friday, November 10.
Dyersburg's Blake Mendoza looks up Crockett County's Josh Owens during their game, Friday, November 10.
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Crockett County's Jacob Fitzhugh splits two Dyersburg defenders during their game, Friday, November 10.
Crockett County's Jacob Fitzhugh splits two Dyersburg defenders during their game, Friday, November 10.
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Crockett County's Colby Pruitt breaks through an host of Dyersburg defenders during their game, Friday, November 10.
Crockett County's Colby Pruitt breaks through an host of Dyersburg defenders during their game, Friday, November 10.
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Maryville's DaVon Kimble (5) celebrates after catching an interception during a high school football game between Maryville and Farragut on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
Maryville's DaVon Kimble (5) celebrates after catching an interception during a high school football game between Maryville and Farragut on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
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Maryville's A.J. Davis (3) returns a punt for a touchdown during a high school football game between Maryville and Farragut on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
Maryville's A.J. Davis (3) returns a punt for a touchdown during a high school football game between Maryville and Farragut on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
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Farragut's Wyatt Lucas (24) returns a kick during a high school football game between Maryville and Farragut on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
Farragut's Wyatt Lucas (24) returns a kick during a high school football game between Maryville and Farragut on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
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Fans bundle up in the stands before a high school football game between Maryville and Farragut on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
Fans bundle up in the stands before a high school football game between Maryville and Farragut on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
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A fan arrives for round 3 of the playoff game between Fulton and Catholic on Friday, November 10, 2017.
A fan arrives for round 3 of the playoff game between Fulton and Catholic on Friday, November 10, 2017.
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A Fulton player waits outside the locker room before the game against Catholic on Friday, November 10, 2017.
A Fulton player waits outside the locker room before the game against Catholic on Friday, November 10, 2017.
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Knoxville Catholic's Joe Fluker, left, and Dashon Bussell celebrate after Fluker scored a touchdown against Fulton on Friday, November 10, 2017.
Knoxville Catholic's Joe Fluker, left, and Dashon Bussell celebrate after Fluker scored a touchdown against Fulton on Friday, November 10, 2017.
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Fulton's James Davis breaks up a pass intended for Knoxville Catholic's DJ Mitchell on Friday, November 10, 2017.
Fulton's James Davis breaks up a pass intended for Knoxville Catholic's DJ Mitchell on Friday, November 10, 2017.
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Knoxville Catholic's Jack Sompayrac passes the ball during the game against Fulton on Friday, November 10, 2017.
Knoxville Catholic's Jack Sompayrac passes the ball during the game against Fulton on Friday, November 10, 2017.
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Knoxville Catholic's Dashon Bussell, left, is celebrated for his touchdown by Jack Sompayrac during the game against Fulton on Friday, November 10, 2017.
Knoxville Catholic's Dashon Bussell, left, is celebrated for his touchdown by Jack Sompayrac during the game against Fulton on Friday, November 10, 2017.
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Knoxville Catholic quarterback Jack Sompayrac is congratulated after their 44-14 win over Fulton on Friday, November 10, 2017.
Knoxville Catholic quarterback Jack Sompayrac is congratulated after their 44-14 win over Fulton on Friday, November 10, 2017.
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