Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Before competing in duals on Dec. 9, Murphy varsity wrestling honored its four seniors. From left are Braiden Martin, Gianna Mayner, Brody McFaddin and Ivy Werner.
Jonah Dockery (No. 20) of Hiwassee Dam takes a jump shot while Nantahala looks to defender in the game on Dec. 8.
Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Cole McCoy of Nantahala takes a shot over a Highlands defender during their game last season on Feb. 13.
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Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Jonah Dockery of Hiwassee Dam takes a shot against Copper Basin, Tenn., Thursday.
Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Drea Cutshaw of Andrews goes up for a layup against Hiwassee Dam on Nov. 25.
Murphy quarterback Brady Grant looks for an open receiver downfield while fending off a Starmount defender during the 2A Western Regional championship on Dec. 5.
Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Murphy players empty a water cooler on head coach Joseph Watson after winning the 2A Western Regional championship Friday night.
Marley Blackwell (left, No. 14) of Andrews dribbles at the top of the arch as Abby Harris (right, No. 21) of Hiwassee Dam defends on Nov. 25.
Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Cole McCoy of Nantahala drives to the hoop with the ball during last season’s game against Murphy on Jan. 9.