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Millington recognizes Millington Central boys track team for first team state title in 98 years
Summary
Mayor Larry Dagen read a proclamation honoring Millington Central High School's boys track and field team for winning the TSSAA Class 2A state championship; the city will cover the team’s championship ring costs and the team aims to raise $15,000 total.
The Board recognized the Millington Central High School boys track and field team for winning the TSSAA Class 2A state championship on May 19, 2026 in Knoxville. Mayor Larry Dagen read a proclamation noting this is the school’s first team state championship since 1928, and named the head coach John Cochran and assistant coaches James Edwards, Samuel Henderson and James Sales.
The proclamation listed team members and celebrated the team’s dedication and representation of the Millington community. The city said it will contribute funds directly to the ring vendor to cover the cost of championship rings for student athletes; the team’s overall fundraising goal was stated as $15,000 and residents were encouraged to contact Superintendent Bo Griffin to contribute.
