McKenzie High School Celebrates Stellar Football Season

By Brad Sam • March 9, 2026 • Updated June 23, 2026

From the Mar 10, 2026 e-Edition

MHS football seniors (L to R): Seated – Alijah Darnes, Landin Deatherage, Jackson Cantrell, Matthew Gaylord, Ethan Batton, Tobey Brooks (cheerleader) and Olivia Cantrell (manager); Standing – Davarion Gilbert, Aiden Callis, Aiden Mason, TJ Johnson, Mason Batten, Ryan Toombs, Xander Johnsey, Aiden Legens and Timmy Arline. Not pictured are Fletcher Holt and Khamari Coleman.

McKENZIE (March 8) — McKenzie High School celebrated a stellar 2025 football season with a banquet Sunday afternoon at McKenzie Church of Christ. The Rebels continued their successful run with a 13-2 record and a state runner-up finish, their third title game appearance in four years.

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