Lady Rebels Sweep JCM, Ousted by Madison
October 13, 2026
McKENZIE — McKenzie High School opened postseason play with a commanding performance, sweeping Jackson Central-Merry 3-0 in the first round of the district tournament.
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Lady Rebels Pickup Win, Boys Lose
October 13, 2026
McKENZIE (October 8) — The McKenzie Middle School basketball team opened their season last week. The Lady Rebels picked up a win against the Clarksburg Lady Rockets while the Rebels dropped a game to the Rockets.
McKenzie Middle School Lady Rebels Pickup Win, Boys Lose
October 12, 2026
McKenzie Middle School Lady Rebels Pickup Win, Boys Lose
McKenzie Touchdown Club Presents J.A. Abernathy Awards
October 12, 2026
McKENZIE (October 9) — Members of the McKenzie Touchdown Club presented the annual J.A. Abernathy Awards during halftime of Friday’s win. The awards recognize outstanding contributions to McKenzie football. J.A. Abernathy Business Awards were presented to McKenzie Feed & Grain…
Rebels Celebrate Senior Night with 63-0 Win Over Central
October 10, 2026
McKENZIE (October 9) — McKenzie celebrated Senior Night with a commanding Friday performance, scoring six first-quarter touchdowns in a 63-0 region win over Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central.
Football, Cheer, Band Recognized on Senior Night
October 10, 2026
McKENZIE (October 9) — McKenzie High School members of the football team, cheerleaders and band were recognized and celebrated along with their parents or guardians.
McKenzie Elementary Fall Festival King, Queen Nominees Announced
October 9, 2026
McKENZIE (October 9) — McKenzie Elementary School and the McKenzie PTO are gearing up for its annual Fall Festival. The nominees will raise funds to benefit the school until the Fall Festival on Saturday, October 31, when the King and Queen will be announced.
Bradberry Finishes Second at State, Makes McKenzie Golf History
October 7, 2026
SEVIERVILLE (October 5-6) — McKenzie junior Ethan Bradberry recorded the highest individual state tournament finish in school golf history with a tie for second at the 2026 state tournament.
McKenzie Volleyball Falls to Riverside
October 6, 2026
McKENZIE (September 28) — McKenzie High School Volleyball battled Riverside through five sets Monday, but the Lady Rebels came up short in a 3-2 district loss.
Soccer Lady Rebels Top Hardin County, 5-2
October 6, 2026
McKENZIE (October 4) — The McKenzie High School Lady Rebels closed out the regular season with a 5-2 victory over Hardin County on Sunday. Kadynce Barksdale and Sophie Dameron led McKenzie’s scoring attack with two goals apiece. Stephanie Padillia added a goal and two assists, while Millie Brigham contributed three assists.
McKenzie Middle Celebrates Eighth Grade Night
October 6, 2026
Eight Grade Football Players (not pictured in order): #3 Da’Von Webb, son of Tasheba Harris and D’ante Webb.; #5 Makhyn Gilbert, son of Tanisha Gilbert and Cord Coleman; #6 Navadius Owens, son of Trina Owens, nephew of Marcus Dobbins, grandma Kathy Owens and Jordan Barnhart; #7 Hayden Nolen, son of Sherrie Hoffman; #8 Jonah Henson, son of Shelby Floyd and Aaron Floyd; #10 Mason Davidson, son of Jane and David Merrell, Jan Nelson and Rick Davidson; #11 Kenden Coleman, son of Anna Lee and Matthew Coleman; #15 Leonardo Ochoa, son of Tomasa and Miguel Ochoa; #16 Payton Cox, son of Morgan and Zack Cox; #17 Deacon Barden, son of Allyson and Justin Barden; #21 Thomas Howard, son of Sindy Howard; #25 Khalil Robinson, son of Tierra Parker and Lamon Robinson; #50 Reed Gaskins, son of Sarah and Johnathan Gaskins; #51 Cooper Cunningham, son of Kerri and Bryant Cunningham; #52 Graham Seavers, son of Amber and Derek Seavers; #54 Daniel Carroll, son of Scott and Jennifer Carroll; #55 Owen Epperson, son of Brooklyn Ballard and Matthew Epperson; #56 Kingsten Gibbs, son of Jessica Allen and Chris Gibbs; #57 Bryson Poore, son of Samantha Blankenship; #67 Jordan Graham, son of Melissa and James Graham.
Rebels Take One on the Chin Against Dresden
October 6, 2026
McKENZIE (October 1) — McKenzie Middle School closed out its season at home against the Dresden Lions on Thursday night. On eighth-grade night, the Rebels hoped to go out with a win, but the Lions proved too tough an opponent, handing McKenzie a 44-6 loss.
Huntingdon Hosts Annual Marching Band Competition
October 6, 2026
HUNTINGDON (October 3) — The sounds of precision and pageantry filled the air on Saturday, October 3, 2026, as bands from across the region gathered for the annual Huntingdon Marching Band Invitational. Under the bright lights of competition, student musicians and color guard performers showcased months of rigorous preparation, vying for top honors in a series of classifications based on band size.
McKenzie Volleyball Sweeps West Carroll on the Road
October 6, 2026
ATWOOD (September 29) — McKenzie High School volleyball bounced back with a straight-set district victory Tuesday, defeating West Carroll 3-0 on the road.
Rebels Run Wild Past Trojans
October 5, 2026
McKENZIE (October 2) — McKenzie needed little time — or possession — to put Collinwood in the rearview mirror Friday night. The Rebels struck through the air, broke loose on the ground and returned two punts for touchdowns, building a 35-point halftime lead on their way to a 42-6…
Rebels Punch Ticket to State with School-Record Round
September 29, 2026
MILAN (September 28) — McKenzie High School Golf is headed to the state tournament after the Rebels fired a school-record 289 at the region tournament to earn a trip to Sevierville.
McKenzie Volleyball Tops Madison in Four Sets
September 29, 2026
JACKSON (September 22) — McKenzie High School volleyball picked up another district victory Tuesday, defeating Madison 3-1 on the road to improve to 9-6 overall and 8-2 in district play. The Lady Rebels opened the match with a 25-21 victory before Madison battled back in the second set. McKenzie lost the second set 27-25. McKenzie responded with a dominant 25-11 victory in the third set and closed out the match 25-19 in the fourth.
Community Homecoming Activities Draw Crowds
September 29, 2026
Friday’s festivities began at 8 a.m. with the annual MHSAA Golf Tournament at Carroll Lake Golf Club. Downtown McKenzie was the location of the annual Homecoming Parade at 12:30 p.m. Retired educators Larry Joe and Tiffany Smith served as grand marshals, leading the parade route along Cedar Street to Stonewall past McKenzie Middle School and McKenzie Elementary School. The parade featured student class entries, local group participants, and the Marching Rebel Band.
Lady Rebels Falls to Henry County in Straight Sets
September 29, 2026
McKENZIE (September 24) — McKenzie High School volleyball suffered a 3-0 loss to Henry County at home Thursday, dropping the Lady Rebels to 9-7 overall while remaining 8-2 in district play.
Rebels Fall to Camden, 22-12
September 28, 2026
CAMDEN (September 24) — McKenzie Middle School battled through several costly mistakes Thursday night but came up short against Camden, 22-12.
