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Fayetteville is in the right. This all hinges on the definition of ‘territory’. Here is the TSSAA definition. *** Territory – For a public school, the “territory” of the school is the geographic boundaries and bus routes of the area served by that school as established by the local board of education. For a system-wide public school or a home school student participating at a public school, the “territory” of the school is the geographic boundaries of the school system. For a non-public school or a home school student participating at a non-public school, the “territory” of the school is the area within a twenty (20) mile radius from the school. *** Now, the ‘bus route’ specification is quite clearly meant to apply to ‘zoned’ school districts, with multiple high schools (NOT system-wide schools) in specific and enforced zones within a system. The territory for a zoned HS among multiple High schools in the system is within the bus routes of the particular zone and also within the geographic boundaries of the system that fall within that zone. The territory for a ‘system-wide’ HS is only the geographic boundaries - bus routes do not apply (they are intended to define the zones for multi-school systems). Fayetteville is clearly a system-wide school, since there is only one HS in the system. By the TSSAA’s rules, Fayetteville’s territory is defined exclusively by the geographic boundaries (all of Lincoln County acc’d to the school board, which the TSSAA recognizes has full authority in this matter). I don’t know if this was an attempt by the TSSAA to subvert the rules or simply an inability to correctly understand and apply them, but it’s quite clear that the previous ruling is incongruent with the published TSSAA rules and definitions.

i personally do not have a dog in this fight, but the thread caught my attention and i actually took the time to read all 21 pages. The thing that i think a lot of people are missing is that a student entering 9th grade can go to any school that will admit him and be immediately eligible. But if he enters a school in any grade other than 9th, he will be considered a transfer student and must follow all the rules that apply for that. a lot of posters are saying that all of these open zone schools have ineligible players based on the "Bus route" rule. The "bus route" rule only applies to transfers. So if a student entered the open zoned school as a 9th grader the rule doesn't apply. Also once a student has been at a school for 12 months, he is no longer considered a transfer student and the bus route rule would no longer apply, so basically he would be ineligible for 12 months then he could play.

I realize the TSSAA is out for profits (higher payrolls) and it would seem that kicking Fayetteville out would hurt their bottom line. So to me something has got to be real fishy on the Fayetteville side. If you are clearly in the right why not have your meeting today and then lawyer up if it doesn’t go to suit you?

Found his problem.

Where have I heard that before...?

Cool beans. Thank you Hall Monitor

We apologize for the short notice, but we learned this morning that a temporary restraining order has been issued restraining the TSSAA from conducting the hearing scheduled for this afternoon regarding the ongoing issue surrounding their ruling delivered last week. As a result of this step, we will not be appearing for an appeal hearing with TSSAA Board of Control at this point, but we will however present our case in front of a court of law to be conducted at a later date.... The decision to seek relief in court was not made in haste. We feel that this course of action is the most appropriate step to address this situation for the benefit of our players and coaches. Sincerely, Adam McCormick, Principal Fayetteville High School

In 2017 Alcoa had a last minute drive to win 35-31, nobody gave DB a chance in that game either and they nearly pulled it off. Idle random smack talk along the lines of "Yep them Indians done gonna put a whuppin on that Tornado" is one thing, but to lay out a structured analysis (like "strong defenses keep the score low on both sides"), isn't that real football talk? As for crow, sometimes you do have to take a spoonful, but it can be quite tasty (http://www.crowbusters.com/recipes.html) with Crow Creole being my personal favorite.

Irrefutable evidence

"All the negative talk on here and elsewhere hurts the program."

This is what happens when you create a culture where everybody gets a trophy. Instead of trying to get better, teams want to try to eliminate the competition. What Alcoa & Maryville are doing isn't rocket science. It does however take time. You want to take em down? Build your program from the bottom to the top

I have to agree with Vandy. TSSAA doesn't force anyone to join their association... you apply and pay a fee to become a member. This isn't about the "law" it's about their policy, and the policy allows for appeals.

I know a little Roy D. Mercer!

BINGO!

I heard the mic hit the floor! That is a great post to read.....GO TIGERS!!!

RPO

They could have had the meeting simultaneously with the lawyer doing their thing. I guess Fayetteville isn't an option team.

If they are in the right then fight. It’s what our country was founded on. Only they know the truth. We all just speculate

Or they are teaching them to stand up for what is right! Time will tell!

He's not doing us any favors that's for sure.

Ole Pride thinks even if we have 4 starters out its gonna be a few tricks and very few treats for the Pioneer fanatics !! Really hopin we dont put guys in even remotley hurt to win a game that dont matter one iota !!! Full faith in our amazingg Coaches and staff to make the right choices for the fine young men that wear the Black N Gold . ROLL TIDE ROLL

Great minds. lol

The way I feel is people are making the decisions based on the information that’s provided for them to see right now and don’t have the full story. Maybe that’s what TSSAA did in September they made there decision on the information that was provided to them and then at a later date more findings was found so they had to go back and change there decision!!

It is going to be interesting to see if Covington goes with the WingT or the option this Friday in a must win. I believe they will go back to the wingT. Should be a good one.

So will Greeneville.

Betsy will do the exact opposite of Alcoa

I'm not even sure I'd play them that much.

Well Stork let's hope if Oakland wants Warren County to move the game that they comply to the wishes of Oakland and don't have 80 pts. hung on them, rain or not.

ST, Old Pirate wondering Ifin you asked that Meenes feller about the Whitwell video the TSSAA ignored last year allowing the ineligible player to aid in stealing the Gold in 1A in 2018?

I just had a very interesting question posed. If Fayetteville has a restraining order against the TSSAA, who will officiate the games they play? The refs are governed by the TSSAA correct?

I noticed as well. Sorted by class was particularly a very good layout.

I ask the same question.I was told he came from Alabama and moved into the area where he could attend FHS.Thats why i am confused as long as he moved there it really shouldn't matter if the accept city and county students.

Gene Meenes returned my email. Gave him my number. We had a small phone chat. Pretty tight lipped about the situation as he should be. I'm looking forward to an open and honest review of what has transpired. Transparency goes a long way.

I think you guys are safe. If DB was capable of that, they wouldn't have lost to SH, no matter what the weather was like

DB has been very good against the run all season. Science Hill has probably the best offensive line DB has faced this year and they held the Toppers to just 11 yards rushing. Science Hills line however is just average compared to Alcoa. The big problem for DB is the only pass defense they have is the pass rush. The defensive backfield is terrible, which if you follow DB football you know that's a tradition. Science Hill beat DB by throwing short quick passes. 20 of them to be exact. Science Hill is a average team at best and they had no problem passing. I figure Alcoa is a good enough team that they'll be able to do whatever they want on offense but if the run is not there the short passes will be wide open all night long. DB can't stop the pass. Never have, never will. Alcoa 41 DB 7

Hoping for a great performance from the Tornadoes Friday night. Looking forward to offense clicking on all cylinders!

Challenge accepted!

Red Rebels, that's a tough bracket for Maryville. I think they will have the advantage on grass v Science Hill, but that's not the "try to at least get a good first round matchup" you hope for, as I've been impressed by SH this season. Then likely Brentwood Rd 2 and Houston if they get to finals. Very impressive run for Maryville this year after losing so many from last year. Not easy at all to come out on top of Bearden, HVA, Powell, etc. Hope I am proven wrong from my statement earlier in year that middle and west TN are still on top (which I unfortunately still believe) and that they can make some noise at State from East Tennessee. Good luck to your girls.

We've got another great show for the final week of the season! Friday Main Event will be in Chapel Hill Tennessee as the Forrest Rockets host the Lewis County Panthers for the region five title! The show starts at 4:30 Central Time and if you aren't able to catch it then, remember it is DVR'd so you can watch it at anytime after it airs. I know several folks have told us they go back the following Saturday and catch the show. Here is the lineup for this Friday: 4:30 - Watertown Head Coach Gavin Webster 4:45 - Cane Ridge Head Coach Eddie Woods 5:00 - Tullahoma Head Coach John Olive 5:15 - Lewis County Head Coach Bobby Sharp We'll discuss the top 25 games across the State at 5:30 PM. We tried to include all the games that will decide region titles and many of the ones that will directly effect playoff seeding. Join us every week and please Subscribe to our channel if you have not yet done so (It is free). Here is a link to this week's LIVE stream: Week Eleven Live Stream from the Friday Main Event

It's amazing how over the last 10 years or so, it has come down to Beech or Henry County. Programs that have stood the test of time, FOR SURE! Says a lot for each of these coaching staffs (prior and present)

DB is just hampered with to many injuries to starters right now ... Two left in the first half against SH , one deference maker with a knee injury . I think the backups (consisting of sophs and juniors) are trying to make a name for themselves and causing costly penalties , SH game was obvious... heck if it wasn't for the costly ones and a great field goal kicker(dang he was good ) , then believe the outcome would have been different... Health is an issue that's causing others to try to hard ...... If DB gets some starters back it should be a closer game but great teams like Alcoa will make you pay for penalties at crucial times ....DB is just to young "right now " - injury heavy to WIN this game .... Alcoa by 17

Should be another easy week for HC. I still laugh that so many people thought they could write HC off after the 0-2 start. Look at it now... those two losses are to the #1 team in 5A and #2 team in 4A. There are only 3 losses between the three of them.

Wow! Very impressive! Literally right on the money!

Yes you did. That’s actually the way I saw it going as well. Would be nice to see HC make another trip to Shackle Island in a few weeks... I believe Beech has a little tougher road to get there though.

The biggest question for Livingston Academy is the competition they have played and how good are they really? Every single year someone from Region 3 goes 10-0 or 9-1 and gets bounced in the first or 2nd round (Normally the 1st round).

I would have to agree with you on your list Scott. To say UWW, Fargo, and Ironman aren't the three top tournaments in the country tells me that a person doesn't watch a lot of top level wrestling. Super 32 is really high up there but with the lack of talent in the upper weights it drops down a few notches

Well fair weather fan, the D don't stink. But from what I see is we lost #22 LB, had to move #1 to LB and put a Soph at corner. Plus we play about 17-19 kids. Looks like there are about 15 freshman outta of 40 kids. These 17 kids playing both way are Gassed, it's not because they are out of shape either, just playing both ways is tough. But I think we will lick our wounds and be ready Friday night. Win Friday night and be 8-2.with 2 looses on last second score and a non score (vs boone). Away from being 10-0. But our D Stinks, your funny stockboy

I don't know were you get the stangs have better team speed. LC has that advantage. Line play favors LC regardless what you want to believe. Yes, we can throw on Huntingdon we can also run it on them. LC has more playmakers than Huntingdon. LC is just as physical or more so than Huntingdon. All year LC has been building depth on the lines and linebacker. Nobody but Greenfield has seen LC true starting defense. Two major players have played very little defense all year but they are now. Stang fans have their opinions and we have ours. Black Friday if both teams stay healthy and one team in particular hold their end of the bargain up then we will see. Your QB will not be the fastest player on the field I promise you that. Lawton good back but no more physical than Tubbs plus Tubbs is the better back.

This is for fun, but since Watertown beat Trousdale atm any poll that has Trousdale ahead of Watertown is inaccurate. Trousdale may be better but when it mattered they weren't. How could any poll show otherwise until proven differently. As far as Peabody goes they get penalized just like a lot of other teams for not running up the score. Meigs falls into the same category. Alot of teams we could have scored alot more on but didn't. Who cares if your ranked if your chances for playing for a gold ball aren't affected.