Beyond The Stands – South Knox Girls Win 2A State Championship
Fresh off leading the South Knox Spartans to their first-ever 2A Girls State Championship, head coach Holli Eaves sat down with WTWO's Rick Semmler on Beyond The Stands.
She shared the unforgettable emotions of that historic victory, the special hug with star player Ella Bobe, and the overwhelming support behind the Brendal T-shirts for Kendal and Bren Hill.
Plus, while the Spartans will say goodbye to a tremendous senior class, Coach Eaves has a message for everyone—don't count out next year's team just yet! Catch the full conversation now!
NEXT: Listen back as South Knox star Ella Bobe chats records and a fantastic South Knox basketball season
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