UC Athletic Directors Making Final Football Preparations
High School Athletic Directors putting the finishing touches on football’s returns to the Upper Cumberland Friday night. Stone Memorial hosts York in Friday’s opener. Athletic Director Nathan Brown said some of the challenges this week were water for the new field and preparing a new game clock operator to ensure perfect execution under the lights. […]
Cumberland Schools Without Trainers As Games Begin
With the fall sports season underway, the Cumberland County School Board worried about the need for athletic trainers. Director of Schools Rebecca Farley said last year’s trainer provider did not want to renew the contract after its expiration in May. Right now, the school system does not have any athletic trainers. Board Member Jon Matthews […]
Trainers, Student Athletes Take Precautions With Heat
High school athletic teams ramping up practices for the start of the season, but teams are taking extra precautions in beating the heat. White County Athletic Trainer Brent Ryan said his team makes sure athletes stay hydrated, fed, and rested before coming to practice. Ryan said teams at White County have had to adjust training […]
UHS Hires New Athletic Director
Former Stone Memorial High School Assistant Athletic Director Nathan Brown is the new assistant princiapal and athletic director for Upperman. Brown was one of six candidates interviewed for the position. Upperman Principal Billy Stepp said Brown’s passion for student athletics and experience with TSSAA were the deciding factors. “He obviously loves the kids and being […]
