Category: Cheer/Dance/Band
Breaking sports news: Andrew McGinnis named new Athletic Director at Claiborne High
July 18- After days of rumors and speculation, Claiborne High School has found its new Athletic Director. After contacting interim AD Andrew McGinnis, he confirmed that he will be the school’s athletic director and remain assistant basketball coach. McGinnis served as assistant AD last season and sent this statement to…
Cumberland Gap Elite Athletics joins The Zone
Claiborne County Sports Zone is pleased to announce a new marketing partner, Cumberland Gap Elite Athletics. CG Elite Athletics is here to transform your passion for cheerleading, gymnastics, and athlete training into something extraordinary. A statement from Nikki Carter- “Located in the heart of Harrogate, 110 Industrial Dr. Harrogate, Tennessee…
Whitaker Insurance Agency signs to be the Premier Marketing Partner of The Zone for 2023-24 Season
June 6- Whitaker Insurance Agency has become the inaugural Premier Marketing Partner of The Zone. Agent, Edwin Whitaker is a longtime supporter of scholastic sports in our community. Whitaker Insurance is located in the Pizza Inn Plaza in Tazewell, Tennessee. They offer various kinds of insurance; home, auto, business with…
CHS band places three members on collegiate programs
April 20- The Claiborne High School, Blue Battalion Band under the direction of Caleb Howard announced that three of its graduating members will soon be performing at the collegiate level. Jace Taylor is the son of Angelina Johnson and Jason Taylor. Jace has signed with Tennessee Tech. Skylar Zug is…
Walker & Walker Construction re-signs with The Zone
Mike Reece and Reece Monument Company returns for third year
The Zone’s Educator of the Month as presented by Randall Smith: Caleb Howard
Caleb Howard is the band director at Claiborne High School, and he is fresh off Claiborne’s inaugural indoor winter Guard competition. Howard will use the proceeds off the competition for general band expenses in the upcoming year. Kristy Cadle nominated Mr. Howard and she had this to say about him,…
CHS hosts First Annual Indoor Winter Guard Showcase
Claiborne High School hosted the First Annual Claiborne Indoor Winter Guard Showcase, February 25. The competition featured winter guard individual, duet, percussion, and other competitions. The CHS band and bands from other Claiborne County high and middle schools participated in the competition, as did several other Tennessee high schools. Competitors…
Parents and athletes, Warnings about energy drinks
Young athletes today are wanting to find any edge or opportunity to feel like they are increasing performance. Energy drinks are becoming part of that almost daily routine. It’s important the athletes know what is happening to their bodies when drinking them before practices or games and the dangers associated…



