Team Profile
Photos Courtesy of Herman Prater Sr and Vityl Media Group
Photos Courtesy of Herman Prater Sr and Vityl Media Group
A: This team has grit!
A: Offensive- and defensive-line play and staying healthy.
A: We have an expectation for everyone to lead in what they do best.
A: The talent of the offensive line and team camaraderie.
A: The success of players on and off the field.
A: Team leadership.
A: Perseverance! The next game is not promised.
A: Offensively, you will see more passing.
A: Our speed is pretty good. We have several speedsters on offense, defense, and special teams.
Coach Name: P. Dedric Maffett (1 yr. as a head coach, 1st as head coach at Howard)
Division/Class: TN I-5A
2020 Overall Record: 6-5
2020 District Finish: 3rd
Mascot: Hustlin’ Tigers
20 Tyner Academy (H)
28 Brainerd (A)
3 The King’s Academy (H)
10 Boyd Buchanan (A)
17 McMinn Co. (H)
24 Hixson (A)
1 Ooltewah (A)
8 Notre Dame (H)
15 Rhea Co. (A)
29 Walker Valley (A)
This year’s schedule will be a “David vs. Goliath” atmosphere, as we have moved into a higher division/class – 5A. There will be many opponents that we have never faced before. However, our team’s work ethic, resilience, and positive mindset have prepared them for the challenges to come.