Coaches

A coach is an educator that uses athletics to develop character and teach strategies for skill development and strategic thinking. A coach creates an atmosphere that makes each athlete feel valued and motivates them to work hard and improve in each practice or drill with the goal of contributing to the team.

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How to resolve conflict in intense situations

Drawing from principles of psychology and conflict resolution, this presentation from retired athletic director Jay Hammes shows you how to speak to disruptive individuals in a kind, respectful and question-based manner. This tactic not only diffuses the situation but also encourages communication, leading to a potential resolution.

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September 22, 2026

Upcoming Events

Sunday, September 27 at 3:00pm Central	Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball Rules Meetings Bk Rules Mtg. (Morristown) Location: Morristown-Hamblen High School East (Morristown) This meeting is being held in the Eastern time zone and will take place at 4 PM eastern time.
Sunday, September 27 at 3:00pm Central	Wrestling Girls' Wrestling Rules Meetings Wr Rules Mtg. (Johnson City) Location: Science Hill High School (Johnson City) This meeting is being held in the Eastern time zone and will take place at 4 PM eastern time.
Monday, September 28 ALL DAY	Bowling Girls' Bowling Unified Bowling Reminders Bw Deadline to File Eligibility & Schedules Online
Monday, September 28 ALL DAY	Bowling Girls' Bowling Unified Bowling Reminders Bw First Contest Date
Monday, September 28 ALL DAY	Boys' Golf Girls' Golf Reminders G DI-A Regions Must Be Completed
Monday, September 28 ALL DAY	Boys' Golf Girls' Golf Reminders G DII-A Regions Must Be Completed

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September Calendar

Baseball Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball Bowling Girls' Bowling Unified Bowling Cheerleading Boys' Cross Country Girls' Cross Country Dance Football Girls' Flag Football Unified Flag Football Boys' Golf Girls' Golf Boys' Lacrosse Girls' Lacrosse Soccer Girls' Soccer Girls' Softball Boys' Tennis Girls' Tennis Boys' Track and Field Girls' Track and Field Unified Track and Field Girls' Volleyball Wrestling Girls' Wrestling

September 22, 2026

Coaches

How to resolve conflict in intense situations

TSSAA and TBR team up to connect student-athletes with college and career pathways

Longtime Board of Control president retires

Division I Boys and Girls Individual Wrestling Tournament to be held in Chattanooga

Coach of the Year winners announced

Former coach and A.D. in Rutherford County honored for distinguished service

Board meets leading into 2026-27 school year

TSSAA and TBR team up to connect student-athletes with college and career pathways

Football regional matchups heat up in Week 5

Longtime Board of Control president retires