Independence boys basketball has hired Jeremy Moore as their new coach for the 2025-26 season, replacing Mark Wilkins. Moore previously coached the team from 2009 to 2012 and has experience coaching at La Vergne.
Key points
Jeremy Moore hired as Independence boys basketball coach
Replaces Mark Wilkins who resigned
Moore previously coached Independence from 2009 to 2012
Wilkins took an assistant principal role at Page
Moore has coaching experience at La Vergne
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Independence boys basketball hires Jeremy Moore as coach, replacing Mark Wilkins
A familiar face is returning to lead Independence boys basketball ahead of the 2025-26 TSSAA season.
Independence has hired Jeremy Moore as its next coach, according the basketball team's X account, and confirmed by Williamson County AD Patrick Whitlock on April 27. Moore replaces Mark Wilkins, who resigned in April to take an assistant principal role at Page.
This is Moore's second stint at Independence, having previously led the boys basketball program between 2009 and 2012. He then coached at La Vergne for seven seasons.
Bartlett's Donavin Okoth (0) yells in celebration after winning the TSSAA 4A semifinals basketball game between Bartlett and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
Bartlett boy's basketball coach Dion Real yells during the TSSAA 4A semifinals basketball game between Bartlett and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
Q&A
Who is the new coach of Independence boys basketball?
Jeremy Moore has been hired as the new coach of Independence boys basketball.
Why did Mark Wilkins resign as coach of Independence boys basketball?
Mark Wilkins resigned to take an assistant principal role at Page.
What is Jeremy Moore's coaching history with Independence?
Jeremy Moore previously coached Independence boys basketball from 2009 to 2012 before coaching at La Vergne.
When will Jeremy Moore start coaching Independence boys basketball?
Jeremy Moore will start coaching for the 2025-26 TSSAA season.
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Bartlett's Dylan Jones (10) nods while celebrating a three point basket during the TSSAA 4A semifinals basketball game between Bartlett and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Tullahoma boy's basketball coach Jason Welch yells during the TSSAA 3A semifinals basketball game between Alcoa and Tullahoma at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
Alcoa boy's basketball coach Ryan Collins during the TSSAA 3A semifinals basketball game between Alcoa and Tullahoma at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Upperman fans object to a non-call during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
A Fulton Cheerleader reacts to a foul call made against the Falcons during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Upperman's Ty Cobb (0) celebrates as he makes the shot through the foul during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Fulton teammate cheer as Albert Harris (2) gets the turnover during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Fulton's Rejuan Womble (20) gets held back by a teammate as he objects to a foul call on him during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Smith County's Tyler Jones (11) tries to shoot through contact during the Class 2A Basketball Semifinals between Smith County versus Westview at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Smith County's Lucas Cornwell (23) comes down with the rebound during the Class 2A Basketball Semifinals between Smith County versus Westview at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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Middle College's Miles Helton (11) reacts after fouling out of the game during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game against Wayne County at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Wayne County's Logan Davis (10) is stopped from going to the basket by Middle College's Matthew Manuel (10) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Middle College's Miles Helton (11) knocks the ball away from Wayne County's Cayman Camfield (25) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Hampton's Jackson Smith (20) tries to poke the ball from behind as Jackson County's Alex Meadows (11) dribbles during the Class 1A Basketball Quarterfinals between Hampton versus Jackson County at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Humboldt fans cheer as the Vikings score during the Class 1A Basketball Quarterfinals between Unaka versus Humboldt at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Unaka's John Hardin (55) reacts on the bench as he picks up his fifth and final foul during the Class 1A Basketball Quarterfinals between Unaka versus Humboldt at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Humboldt Vikings make their way to the locker room as they advance to the Class 1A Basketball Semifinals after defeating Unaka at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Eagleville's Adrian Sevieri (1) puts up a shot against Pickett County's Nathaniel Cobb (21) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Eagleville's Camden Cole (34) gets ready to shoot a free throw during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game against Pickett County at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Eagleville's James Bega (33) drives to the basket against Pickett County's Nathaniel Cobb (21) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Eagleville's Camden Cole (34) moves the ball up court in front of Pickett County's Kelvin Cobb (10) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Beech's Rashawn Hoosier (12) pulls his shirt up to hid his face after losing the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Beech's Cutter Sisk (34) reacts to a foul called on him during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Beech's Mari Bowman (10) passes the ball during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
The Beech student section cheers during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Beech boy's basketball coach Kip Brown peers behind a player during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Bearden boy's basketball coach Jeremy Parrott yells during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Bearden's Sean Capshaw (12) celebrates a three point basket during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Bartlett's DJ Okoth (0) dunks the ball during a Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Bartlett's Dylan Jones (10) drives to the basket as Brentwood's Hudson McKnight (4) and Parker Emerson (0) guard him during a Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Bartlett's Braylon Williams (1) shouts to a teammate during a Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Farragut's Parker Lane (23) hugs Farragut boy's basketball coach JP Burris during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Walker Valley's Michael Wood (5) trots backwards after dunking the ball during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Walker Valley's Zach Davis (3) hits his hand on Farragut's Daniel Lanning's (2) face during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Farragut's Britton Lewis (11) and Walker Valley's Wyatt Keeton (4) reach for the rebound ball during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Walker Valley's Zach Davis (3) keeps the ball protected from Farragut's Matthew Dickens (1) during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
The Farragut student section cheers after Farragut makes a three point basket during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Walker Valley's Zach Davis (3) shoots a layup during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Walker Valley boy's basketball coach Will Campbell claps during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Whitehaven players cheer after Whitehaven's Austin Townsel (30) made a 3-pointer after coming off the bench in the fourth quarter during the Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Blackman's Dorien Lyles (4) hugs Whitehaven's I'zahvien Perkins (0) after Whitehaven defeated Blackman 71-41 in a Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Whitehaven's Kiyan Mitchell (3) drives to the basket as Blackman's Caden Avant (15) guards him during the Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Blackman's Dorien Lyles (4) reacts after scoring and drawing the foul during the Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Whitehaven's Kiyan Mitchell (3) passes the ball past Blackman defenders during the Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Blackman's Braden Flowers (0) reacts after making a 3-pointer during the Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
Tullahoma fans cheer for their team after they defeated Tennessee High School 45-44 in the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Tennessee's Reed Miller (20) goes for a layup as Tullahoma's Austin Tinnon (12) guards him during the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Tennessee's Cannon Swift (4) goes for a layup as Tullahoma's Austin Tinnon (12) and James Harden (22) guard him during the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Fayette Ware's Cash Williams (5) embraces Fayette Ware's Jacorey Stanley (1) after the third quarter during the TSSAA 3A quarterfinals basketball game between Fayette Ware and Alcoa at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Alcoa's Condis Cherry (3) dribbles the basketball during the TSSAA 3A quarterfinals basketball game between Fayette Ware and Alcoa at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Fayette Ware's Jacorey Stanley (1) dribbles the ball during the TSSAA 3A quarterfinals basketball game between Fayette Ware and Alcoa at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Alcoa boy's basketball coach Ryan Collins yells during the TSSAA 3A quarterfinals basketball game between Fayette Ware and Alcoa at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Fayette Ware's Markevius Brown (10) blocks the basket from Alcoa's Jibriel Koko (1) during the TSSAA 3A quarterfinals basketball game between Fayette Ware and Alcoa at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Portland's Wyatt Napier (25) and Evan Ferguson (3) react as they walk off the court after being defeated by Fulton during the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Portland's Elijah Sydnor (10) guards Fulton's Justin Burris (22) as he drives to the basket during the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Portland's Keilan Dalton (23) reacts after scoring and drawing the foul during the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
South Gibson fans object to a call during the Class 3A Basketball Quarterfinals between South Gibson versus Upperman at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
South Gibson's Kowen Thomas (2) reacts after missing a technical foul free throw during the Class 3A Basketball Quarterfinals between South Gibson versus Upperman at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
Upperman's Colton Johnson (24) gets whacked as he attempts a shot during the Class 3A Basketball Quarterfinals between South Gibson versus Upperman at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
Upperman's Collier Bush (22) reacts as he makes a three pointer to increase the Bees' lead during the Class 3A Basketball Quarterfinals between South Gibson versus Upperman at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
The Upperman Baxter Bees celebrate on the bench as they advance to the semifinals during the Class 3A Basketball Quarterfinals between South Gibson versus Upperman at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
Gatlinburg-Pittman's Malachi Palmer (20) blocks the basket from Westview's Asa Barnes (4) during the TSSAA 2A quarterfinals basketball game between Gatlinburg-Pittman and Westview at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Westview's Arden Smith (22) dunks the ball during the TSSAA 2A quarterfinals basketball game between Gatlinburg-Pittman and Westview at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
The Gatlinburg-Pittman cheerleaders watch the final few seconds of the TSSAA 2A quarterfinals basketball game between Gatlinburg-Pittman and Westview at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
Lewis County's Maddox Tanner (1) celebrates after making a 3-point basket against Smith County during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Smith County's Tyler Jones (11) protects then from Lewis County's Bo Banks (12) during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Smith County's Tyler Jones (11) goes to the basket past Lewis County's James Wood (2) during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Lewis County's Bo Banks (12) tries to protect himself as Smith County's Lucas Cornwell (23) pulls in a rebound during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
East Nashville's Jaylan McMillian (5) shoves Loretto's Mason Tidwell (13) during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
East Nashville's Alex Cheek (12) watches his shot as he falls on Loretto's Jayden Aaron (23) during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
East Nashville's Alex Cheek (12) reacts after being call for a foul during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game against Loretto at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
East Nashville's Cortez Murphy (3) drives to the basket against Loretto's Cam Andrews (2) during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Bartlett's Donavin Okoth (0) yells in celebration after winning the TSSAA 4A semifinals basketball game between Bartlett and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Bartlett's Donavin Okoth (0) yells in celebration after winning the TSSAA 4A semifinals basketball game between Bartlett and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Bartlett boy's basketball coach Dion Real yells during the TSSAA 4A semifinals basketball game between Bartlett and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Bartlett's Jayden Mitchell (5) bumps into Bearden's Sean Capshaw (12) during the TSSAA 4A semifinals basketball game between Bartlett and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Bartlett's Dylan Jones (10) nods while celebrating a three point basket during the TSSAA 4A semifinals basketball game between Bartlett and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Bearden's Sean Capshaw (12) pulls his shirt into his mouth after losing the TSSAA 4A semifinals basketball game between Bartlett and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Whitehaven's Isaiah Grant (4) tries to block Walker Valley's Isaac Sausville (0) from catching a rebound during the Class 4A semifinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Whitehaven's Ja'michael Mitchell (1) looks to pass the ball as Walker Valley's Isaac Sausville (0) and Zach Davis (3) guard him during the Class 4A semifinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Tullahoma's Jackson Knight (23) wipes his face after losing the TSSAA 3A semifinals basketball game between Alcoa and Tullahoma at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Alcoa's Jibriel Koko (1) dribbles the ball during the TSSAA 3A semifinals basketball game between Alcoa and Tullahoma at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Alcoa's Jibriel Koko (1) shoots a layup during the TSSAA 3A semifinals basketball game between Alcoa and Tullahoma at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Alcoa's Jamir Dean (0) dunks the ball during the TSSAA 3A semifinals basketball game between Alcoa and Tullahoma at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Tullahoma boy's basketball coach Jason Welch yells during the TSSAA 3A semifinals basketball game between Alcoa and Tullahoma at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Alcoa boy's basketball coach Ryan Collins during the TSSAA 3A semifinals basketball game between Alcoa and Tullahoma at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Fulton's Joe Hairston (42) and Fulton's Justin Burris (22) smile after winning the TSSAA 3A semifinals basketball game between Upperman and Fulton at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 20, 2026.
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Fulton Head Coach Jody Wright yells at Fulton's Keirus Cox (4) for fouling during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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Upperman fans object to a non-call during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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A Fulton Cheerleader reacts to a foul call made against the Falcons during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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Upperman's Ty Cobb (0) celebrates as he makes the shot through the foul during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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Fulton teammate cheer as Albert Harris (2) gets the turnover during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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Fulton's Rejuan Womble (20) gets held back by a teammate as he objects to a foul call on him during the Class 3A Basketball Semifinals between Upperman versus Fulton at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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Smith County's Tyler Jones (11) tries to shoot through contact during the Class 2A Basketball Semifinals between Smith County versus Westview at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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Smith County's Lucas Cornwell (23) comes down with the rebound during the Class 2A Basketball Semifinals between Smith County versus Westview at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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Jackson County fans object to a foul call during the Class 1A Basketball Quarterfinals between Hampton versus Jackson County at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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Middle College's Miles Helton (11) and Cedrick Kirkwood (25) celebrate after defeating Wayne County in a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Middle College's Miles Helton (11) reacts after fouling out of the game during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game against Wayne County at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Wayne County's Logan Davis (10) is stopped from going to the basket by Middle College's Matthew Manuel (10) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Wayne County's Case Butler (33) gores to the basket between Middle College's Caleb Odom (2) and Malik Davis (1) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Middle College's Miles Helton (11) knocks the ball away from Wayne County's Cayman Camfield (25) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Hampton's Jackson Smith (20) tries to poke the ball from behind as Jackson County's Alex Meadows (11) dribbles during the Class 1A Basketball Quarterfinals between Hampton versus Jackson County at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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Humboldt fans cheer as the Vikings score during the Class 1A Basketball Quarterfinals between Unaka versus Humboldt at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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Unaka's John Hardin (55) reacts on the bench as he picks up his fifth and final foul during the Class 1A Basketball Quarterfinals between Unaka versus Humboldt at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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Humboldt Vikings make their way to the locker room as they advance to the Class 1A Basketball Semifinals after defeating Unaka at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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Eagleville's Adrian Sevieri (1) puts up a shot against Pickett County's Nathaniel Cobb (21) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Eagleville's Camden Cole (34) gets ready to shoot a free throw during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game against Pickett County at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Eagleville's James Bega (33) drives to the basket against Pickett County's Nathaniel Cobb (21) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Eagleville's Camden Cole (34) watches his shot after being fouled by Pickett County's Kelvin Cobb (10) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Eagleville's Camden Cole (34) moves the ball up court in front of Pickett County's Kelvin Cobb (10) during a TSSAA Class 1A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Beech's Rashawn Hoosier (12) pulls his shirt up to hid his face after losing the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Beech's Cutter Sisk (34) reacts to a foul called on him during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Beech's Mari Bowman (10) passes the ball during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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The Beech student section cheers during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Beech boy's basketball coach Kip Brown peers behind a player during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Bearden boy's basketball coach Jeremy Parrott yells during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Bearden's Sean Capshaw (12) celebrates a three point basket during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Beech and Bearden at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Bartlett's Dylan Jones (10) reacts as they extend their lead in the final minute of a Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Bartlett's DJ Okoth (0) dunks the ball during a Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Bartlett's Dylan Jones (10) drives to the basket as Brentwood's Hudson McKnight (4) and Parker Emerson (0) guard him during a Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Bartlett's Braylon Williams (1) shouts to a teammate during a Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Farragut's Parker Lane (23) hugs Farragut boy's basketball coach JP Burris during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Walker Valley's Michael Wood (5) trots backwards after dunking the ball during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Walker Valley's Zach Davis (3) hits his hand on Farragut's Daniel Lanning's (2) face during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Farragut's Britton Lewis (11) and Walker Valley's Wyatt Keeton (4) reach for the rebound ball during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Walker Valley's Zach Davis (3) keeps the ball protected from Farragut's Matthew Dickens (1) during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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The Farragut student section cheers after Farragut makes a three point basket during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Walker Valley's Zach Davis (3) shoots a layup during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Walker Valley boy's basketball coach Will Campbell claps during the TSSAA 4A quarterfinals basketball game between Walker Valley vs Farragut at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Whitehaven players cheer after Whitehaven's Austin Townsel (30) made a 3-pointer after coming off the bench in the fourth quarter during the Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Blackman's Dorien Lyles (4) hugs Whitehaven's I'zahvien Perkins (0) after Whitehaven defeated Blackman 71-41 in a Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Whitehaven's Kiyan Mitchell (3) drives to the basket as Blackman's Caden Avant (15) guards him during the Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Blackman's Dorien Lyles (4) reacts after scoring and drawing the foul during the Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Whitehaven's Kiyan Mitchell (3) passes the ball past Blackman defenders during the Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Blackman's Braden Flowers (0) reacts after making a 3-pointer during the Class 4A Quarterfinal game in the TSSAA BlueCross State Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 19, 2026.
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Tullahoma fans cheer for their team after they defeated Tennessee High School 45-44 in the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Tennessee's Reed Miller (20) goes for a layup as Tullahoma's Austin Tinnon (12) guards him during the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Tennessee's Cannon Swift (4) goes for a layup as Tullahoma's Austin Tinnon (12) and James Harden (22) guard him during the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Fayette Ware's Cash Williams (5) embraces Fayette Ware's Jacorey Stanley (1) after the third quarter during the TSSAA 3A quarterfinals basketball game between Fayette Ware and Alcoa at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Alcoa's Condis Cherry (3) dribbles the basketball during the TSSAA 3A quarterfinals basketball game between Fayette Ware and Alcoa at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Fayette Ware's Jacorey Stanley (1) dribbles the ball during the TSSAA 3A quarterfinals basketball game between Fayette Ware and Alcoa at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Alcoa boy's basketball coach Ryan Collins yells during the TSSAA 3A quarterfinals basketball game between Fayette Ware and Alcoa at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Fayette Ware's Markevius Brown (10) blocks the basket from Alcoa's Jibriel Koko (1) during the TSSAA 3A quarterfinals basketball game between Fayette Ware and Alcoa at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Portland's Wyatt Napier (25) and Evan Ferguson (3) react as they walk off the court after being defeated by Fulton during the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Portland's Elijah Sydnor (10) guards Fulton's Justin Burris (22) as he drives to the basket during the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Portland's Keilan Dalton (23) reacts after scoring and drawing the foul during the Class 3A Quarterfinals at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championship in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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South Gibson fans object to a call during the Class 3A Basketball Quarterfinals between South Gibson versus Upperman at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
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South Gibson's Kowen Thomas (2) reacts after missing a technical foul free throw during the Class 3A Basketball Quarterfinals between South Gibson versus Upperman at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
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Upperman's Colton Johnson (24) gets whacked as he attempts a shot during the Class 3A Basketball Quarterfinals between South Gibson versus Upperman at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
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Upperman's Collier Bush (22) reacts as he makes a three pointer to increase the Bees' lead during the Class 3A Basketball Quarterfinals between South Gibson versus Upperman at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
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The Upperman Baxter Bees celebrate on the bench as they advance to the semifinals during the Class 3A Basketball Quarterfinals between South Gibson versus Upperman at the TSSAA Boys Basketball Championships in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
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Gatlinburg-Pittman's Malachi Palmer (20) blocks the basket from Westview's Asa Barnes (4) during the TSSAA 2A quarterfinals basketball game between Gatlinburg-Pittman and Westview at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Westview's Arden Smith (22) dunks the ball during the TSSAA 2A quarterfinals basketball game between Gatlinburg-Pittman and Westview at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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The Gatlinburg-Pittman cheerleaders watch the final few seconds of the TSSAA 2A quarterfinals basketball game between Gatlinburg-Pittman and Westview at MTSU's Murphy Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn., on March 18, 2026.
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Lewis County's Maddox Tanner (1) celebrates after making a 3-point basket against Smith County during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Smith County's Tyler Jones (11) protects then from Lewis County's Bo Banks (12) during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Smith County's Tyler Jones (11) goes to the basket past Lewis County's James Wood (2) during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Lewis County's Bo Banks (12) tries to protect himself as Smith County's Lucas Cornwell (23) pulls in a rebound during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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East Nashville's Jaylan McMillian (5) shoves Loretto's Mason Tidwell (13) during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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East Nashville's Alex Cheek (12) watches his shot as he falls on Loretto's Jayden Aaron (23) during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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East Nashville's Alex Cheek (12) reacts after being call for a foul during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game against Loretto at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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East Nashville's Cortez Murphy (3) drives to the basket against Loretto's Cam Andrews (2) during a TSSAA Class 2A basketball state quarterfinal game at Middle Tennessee State University’s Murphy Center Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Moore most recently served as Centennial's boys basketball coach for five seasons, resigning after the 2024-25 TSSAA season, in which the Cougars made the program's first-ever sectional appearance, falling to eventual state champion Hillsboro. Moore was 90-57 in his time leading Centennial, finishing with a winning record in all but one season.
Independence moved quickly to fill the head coaching vacancy, hiring Moore just two weeks after Wilkins confirmed his departure to The Tennessean. Wilkins led the Eagles boys basketball program to a 132-42 record over the previous five seasons, reaching consecutive state championship games in 2023 and 2024.
After finishing runner-up in 2023, Wilkins and the Eagles claimed the program's first-ever state title in 2024.