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Just a brief update that Tony Fox had that knee surgery at long last. He battled through the injury for years but at his age and with a young family, it was simply time to go under the knife. He'll be on the injured list for a bit but I've been told that he's on the mend now and feeling better than ever. The hope is that he'll be fully fit for preseason training camp next year, which is huge news because he's been a big and obvious miss for the squad this season.

Great point, Irish17! ☘️

Guys, I must not be in on the joke because I don’t understand what’s so incredible about my post. All I know is that some on here doubted the skill and ability of Tony Fox, and I’m afraid some such feelings persist today. Call me crazy, but I just want the guy to get a fair shake, and I don’t believe that’s asking too much. If I have to be bullied for the sake of truth and transparency then so be it, but that seems unnecessary. Wherever he lands (wink wink, Coach Barnes), you’re getting a gem. BTW Fox put up 52 and 7 tonight in the semis as his squad won by 12. I’ll send info on the finals when I have it. Can there really be any doubt now?

Chill and fat joe, I beg to differ on the issue of tony fox being the best guard around. At this point he’s clearly proven to be one of East Tennessee’s finest players of the last 20 years. That’s not only my unbiased opinion, it’s a verifiable fact. There’s literally no one who has done what this kid has done on the hardcourt, including landing an old spice commercial. If if you want to see how tony is still tearing up the hardcourt, go to Chickamauga tonight and see for yourself. I’m not sure which gym but there are only a few hardcourts around so you can find it. 7:00 sharp (I think). He’s been performing at an extremely high level in the regional A division, averaging 24.8 points per game and as a vocal leader also, has pushed his team to the top of the division. In the semi-final tonight, we hope to see him drop another 58 (!) on the team that he single-handledly destroyed earlier in the season. Not only that, but due to numerous injuries during his illustrious college career and the resulting medical redshirt, Fox still has 2 years of college eligibility. I’ve seen him running the streets of Hixson in the early morning, and there’s no doubt he’s in the best shape of his life. And his quick-release jumper and three ball distance never left. If you have any college scout connections, you should inform them to attend tonight. Fox has entered the NCAA transfer portal and could be yours if the offer is right. Best of the last 20 years? Confirmed. Best ever? To be determined. Form is temporary but class is permanent. Be a part of the incredible Tony Fox journey.

ECS beat Memphis Central tonight 3-1 to remain undefeated. Big game from Emmanuel Wilson, who had a goal and 2 assists. Also a big one for defender Matt Kessler. Kessler has a massive throw-in, and on the first goal he threw one near post, where Wilson flicked it on and Chandler Gagnon headed it in from about 6 yards out. Central equalized a few minutes later with a chip from the midfield that found an onside forward who was left for offside, and he finished the one-on-one. Halftime was 1-1, and there weren't many close goal chances and possession was about even. In the second half, Kessler had a throw from the left side, and this time he launched it to the back post, where it beat the keeper and Wilson got the slightest touch to allow the goal. From there, ECS dominated the rest of the game as Central pushed 3 forward to try to equalize. After some nice team passing down the left a little later, Wilson put in a perfect cross and Andrew Van de Voort finished with his head from close range Van de Voort now has about 35 goals on the year and has been phenomenal all-around. Central's center midfielder is very talented, and they also have about 2 really strong and faster defenders who put in some excellent tackles.

Big game! I wish I could make it out, but it's exam week and there not enough time in the day. I predict ECS wins 2-1, but it should be a good one.

I'm a Liverpool fan, so I'm going to just go ahead and change the subject. It's been a rough season for us Reds fans. Just saw this MLS miss yesterday. Incredible: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sp ... ntury.html

I missed the game, but just heard ECS beat Christian Brothers 2-1 tonight. That's a huge win. Despite tying 2 games and having several weaker teams on the schedule, ECS still hasn't lost a game has beaten CBHS and St. George's.

Massive game tonight: St. George's at ECS, 7:00. Should be a good one.

FINAL: ECS 3, White Station 3. This was a really entertaining game. 0-0 at half, and WS had the edge. WS came out and scored within a minute in the 2nd half, and then put in another in about 5 minutes. They made it 3-0 a bit later and the game looked over, but ECS went with 3 strikers and bounced back. Van der Voort flicked in a nice goal from about 12 out, and Gagnon ripped one a little later from about 20 out to make it 3-2. ECS kept pressing, and Van der Voort finally tied it up with less than 5 to play when he out-muscled 2 defenders and finished nicely into the corner. White Station is really tough and will do well this year. ECS started slow, but they looked really dangerous in attack once they decided to turn it on.

ECS takes on White Station this Thursday at Mike Rose. It will be a good game and we should start to be able to see how well these 2 could do this year.

G, way to schedule Farragut for Senior Night. I like it; win or lose, your seniors will finish up with a big crowd, fantastic atmosphere, and a hard-fought game. What a way to go out!

kerr from mccallie is going to king

Congrats to the Catholic Boys!!! You did what my Irish teams couldn't do (as Hoya knows) in finishing the job and getting a state title. You should be proud to be the first soccer champion and hopefully there will be another next year! The alumni are all very proud!

Thanks for the link... The back heel goal was really nice, and wow that free kick was a rip! Tarr's 2nd goal in the other game wasn't bad either.

G, I know you will not take them for granted, that's why I think it will be a 3-0 win for you.

With 2 goals, sounds like he did just that, huh?

Let's be honest, Hume Fogg basically has no chance. CAK 3-0

Catholic will win 2-0

Great I'll be there probably, I better see you there hoya...

So it says on the scoreboard that Catholic won 5-0, so assuming CAK won also (I dont know the score from tonight), when and where is the district final or whatever?

yea thompson had some good long throw-ins. overall, for a freshman he really is good. He could develop into a top player in the area. he showed some good moves but he just needs some more maturity in his play (which will come with time) and some more help up top, and i believe he will be very tough.

Wow hoya, I should have stayed for the whole game, I left at halftime with Catholic up 2-0. On the first goal, a ball got through in the middle and beckham headed it in from about pretty close range. ( I know the backup senior keeper guy was in at that time, not sure if the starter would have gotten to it, it was a pretty tough ball) The second goal was a legit penalty call, definitely a push in the back, and leader put it away with an excellent shot. Later, chase put a cross in the ricardo, but a put a free header right to the keeper from 5 yards out, waste of a great chance. Overall in the 1st half, Catholic came out stronger at first, but West picked it up and the 2nd part of the half was pretty even. I guess West did well in the last 15 minutes.... /ohmy.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":o" border="0" alt="ohmy.gif" />

Hoping for a good game, good luck to the Irish. 2-1 to the away team.

I hope to get in town for the Catholic game Thursday, should be a good one. Prediction: Catholic 2-1