Masood Building Panthers Boys Tennis Toward Breakthrough
At Stone Memorial High School, tennis practice does not feel like routine. It feels like a match. That is exactly how head coach Nicole Masood wants it. Masood said she brings an energy to every practice with the Panthers boys tennis team, creating an environment where competition is constant and intensity rarely dips. And with […]
Stone Soccer Building Identity Under Micah Grenz’s Vision
The Stone Memorial boys soccer program is continuing to shape its identity under head coach Micah Grenz, who is working to build both immediate competitiveness and a long-term culture he believes can elevate the Panthers into one of Tennessee’s top programs. Grenz, now in his third year with Stone Memorial and his second as head […]
Haney Aims to Guide Panthers Back to Murfreesboro
As one of three seniors on the Stone Memorial Panthers roster this season, Hunter Haney said he knows the responsibility that comes with experience. Haney said he is not just focused on points and rebounds. He is focused on leading. Haney said the Panthers have built something this year that goes beyond basketball. “We just […]
Stone Memorial’s Jones Chases Growth, College Goals
Entering her third year of competitive bowling, Stone Memorial Lady Panthers bowler Hailey Jones is no longer just learning the ropes. She is refining her craft. Jones began bowling in eighth grade and has steadily grown into one of the Lady Panthers’ consistent contributors. Now, with postseason experience and regional competition under her belt, she […]
Stone’s Luetkemeyer Learning Alongside Her Bowlers
Stone Memorial boys bowling head coach Tristessa Luetkemeyer said she does not pretend to have all the answers, and that is exactly what has helped her connect with her team. Luetkemeyer said her players have become a key part of her own learning process, shaping the way she approaches the sport and her coaching style. […]
Stone Memorial’s Briggs Lowe Embraces All-Around Role
Stone Memorial senior guard Briggs Lowe said he does not measure his impact by points alone, and that mindset is helping drive the Panthers through a demanding early-season schedule. Standing 6-foot-6, Lowe said he brings a rare blend of size and guard skills that allows him to thrive in nearly any matchup. Lowe said he […]
Stone’s Cordell Embraces Leadership, New Era This Season
Stone Memorial Panthers Boys Basketball player Jack Cordell has already played a vital role for the Panthers on the court, but as he enters his final season, he finds himself embracing more than just a position in the lineup. Cordell said he is learning an entirely new brand of Stone Memorial basketball under incoming head […]
Raby Brings Energy As New Stone Memorial Head Coach
After 15 years as an assistant, Jess Raby is stepping into a new role at Stone Memorial. Raby takes over the Panthers’ boys basketball program after longtime coach Neil Capps stepped down after last season. Raby said while there is added responsibilities to becoming the new head coach, the excitement of leading the Panthers has […]
Stone Memorial’s Samber Preaching Consistency in Football
Stone Memorial Panthers Football Head Coach Derik Samber looks to avoid the same pitfalls that ended last season’s run early. Stone Memorial finished last season with the fewest amount of wins since 2020. The Panthers finished 5-6, losing their final four games to end the season. Samber said he did not see consistency last season, […]
Stone’s Barton Embracing New Boys Cross Country Team
Stone Memorial Panthers boys cross country head coach Nichole Barton takes over a Panthers team that gained several new runners heading into this season. Barton’s only runner that made it to state last season graduated. Barton said her best memories always come when players reach new heights. “Their excitement in whenever they hit their next […]
