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CBHS claims another. I've seen both teams play this year. Christian Brothers is faster at every position and just play a better brand of soccer. Father Ryan is strong enough on D to keep it close. Brentwood / Farragut is way too close to call. I'm not sure who is better as I only saw both teams early in the season. Although I'm rooting for Brentwood to go back to back. I think Hendersonville will ultimately be the second best team this year making Farragut #1.

This is one of those games where too much ref involvement turned a good game for Hendersonville into a chance for Clarksville to stay in it. Two phantom penalties in the box and one with under 5 minutes on the clock. Not saying Clarksville is not a good team because they really are and I think stand a good chance of beating Brentwood. They had their own missed opportunities in the match. It was a great effort from both squads and both left it all out on the field.

I guess I'll have to become a Memphis fan! Congrats Mark!

All I have to say is this. If the MT Fire beats Farragut (and I believe they can) or even ties or keeps it close then everyone on this post should know they could have possibly played for a state title in 3A if they had been allowed. I would also believe that the Fire probably have one of the toughest strength of schedules of any team in the state.

I disagree with the H'ville plays down to their competition comment. If the pitch is in good shape Hendersonville wins this one. Though Brentwood feels comfortable they can go in and win I think this one will be more emotional for H'ville and they won't allow themselves to get beat. Their last game was in terrible field conditions and they played a man down for about 60 minutes but still pulled out the tie against district #1 Lavergne. Hendersonville also has no let down when their bench enters the game. Their bench has scored in almost every victory. Brentwood has looked very good at times and shakey at times. I know they would like to knock off Hendersonville but don't expect them to do it this year.

Final score - Clarksville 2 : Hendersonville 2 Clarksville was very strong up the middle and in their attack. Had Hendersonville off balance most of the night. Clarksville had more shots on goal and a lot more pressure inside the 18. Exciting game....very one-sided ref crew although it did not play into the final outcome other than some frustration by Hendersonville.

I thought Tinker was a Junior? Also I failed to mention two Hendersonville guys coming back...Jordan Johnson, and Paco Hernandez.

Hendersonville has their work cut out for them. They follow up the Christian Brothers game with Memphis University School, Bearden, CAK, and Farragut.....WOW!

I agree. I don't know if it is too early but West TN seems a little under-represented on this board.

I'm not underestimating Station Camp. I expect them to do very well. The goalie (Austin?) I have seen and although he is not all world like Jay, he is above average in his understanding of the position and also has good athletecism and quickness. Additionally the transfer from New Jersey (Billy) is an outstanding pick up for the team. I'm very impressed with his composure and read of the game. Station Camp should do very well.

You Hendersonville and Station Camp boys are giving both schools a bad name with these silly ramblings. All three of you grow up and realize the game is played on the field for a reason. Besides deep down I know you all love each other.....probably play on the same club team.

Beech - Trey Scogin Hendersonville - Bryce Childress, Zach Gutzman, Whit Gray, Drew Baird

JP2 - Tyler Tinker Hendersonville - Cole Parrot, Nathanial Sprouse, Andrew Zadick with about 3 more juniors nearly as good Station Camp - Matthew Heinricher

JP2 - Will Maddox, Tyler Harrison Station Camp - Jacob Exum, Taylor Mayo, and a kid named Harrison ? Gallatin - ? Vasquez Hendersonville - Drew Lewis, Alex Tummons, Patrick Kelly

As far as HHS I know they lost a strong goalie in Hayden Coffman (Trevecca), and Joseph Dallas (Union), a Josh, a Jared, and at least one other starter. I think they had a couple more seniors that got pretty good playing time. I knew Ali G was back hopefully he has some support as he can make some things happen.

I would have to agree with that assesment. I have seen quite a few White House Storm clubs involved in select tournaments this past fall. I know they have gotten some good coaching involvement and seem to have a plan. That should ultimately bode well for the high school. Good luck where ever things end up White House.

I have heard great things about Mark but (unless I just did not know who he was during select play) have never seen him play. Any teenager who has a great work ethic is ahead of the curve. That along with being a team player will help him at any level he chooses to work at trying to attain. I hope Carter does well enough to get to state this year where I might have the opportunity to see him play.

Hendersonville should be strong if they don't pay attention to these boards and just go play the game. Possibly no superstars on this team but very deep with talented coachable players. I also like LaVergne again in this district they played with a lot of heart in the district tourney last year but just came up short. Hendersonville did lose a great group of seniors and I believe LaVergne lost their top scoring player.

I mean absolutely no disrespect to the White House program but is this just supporting your school or is something really happening in White House that would improve the prospect for such a lofty ranking. I saw both teams play last year and thought WH Heritage was a strong team and I thought they were returning a lot of their starters. Has their been a defection to White House High from Heritage or something?

It amazes me, no matter how good his club teams are, how much my son gets up for the high school soccer season. The rivalry, the challenge, his classmates that play, his classmates that attend games, and his high school coaching staff are all factors that seem to drive him to work harder. If his club team could harness that passion no telling how good they could be.

Amen to that BigG! If anyone is hypocritical enough to think they know someone elses situation they should stop being pretenders. The only judgement that ultimately matters is between Brandon and God. The old "What do you do when no one else is around" quote. I commend you and your team for taking the matter seriously and understanding that at 18 Brandon is still just a boy....and boys always need guidance and direction. You guys have also shown some compassion and as Christians that is one of the many things God expects from us.

It should be some great soccer! Frankly I think Brentwood, Houston, and Hendersonville are down a little as well but Gallatin has not looked good when they have played the better competetion. I haven't seen Collierville or Father Ryan this year so I'm not sure about their teams but they have been historically strong and seem to be doing pretty well this season.