I remember the HC/Powell game in 2011 being one of the toughest, most entertaining title games I had ever seen. They followed that up with another incredible performance in 2013 beating West by a point. HC definitely has had some special moments in Cookeville and looks to have another team much like those in the past.
Hard to believe with all of Central's tradition that they have never won the title. From being the oldest program in Knoxville (correct me if wrong) the BIG GAME used to be played between Central and Knoxville High on Thanksgiving day at Shield-Watkins field. Some great players came out of Central back when General Neyland was roaming the sidelines at UT. Once the playoff system started, Central was still an above average program as other schools began opening in Knoxville. When Joel Helton arrived in 1984, he built Central into a local power that was always in the playoffs. The Bobcats of 1990-91 were some of the most talented teams to ever come out of Knoxville. Central made the 4A title game in 1999 but came up short. For almost a decade, the Bobcats played Maryville better than anyone at that time yet could never get past the Rebels in the playoffs except for 1999. Coach Rosser came in to revitalize the program that fell off after Coach Helton's reign. These Bobcats reached the 4A title game two years ago, again coming up short. No doubt that will be a valuable experience for Coach Rosser and his team coming into the game this week.