Team History and Awards
Heritage High School, located in Maryville, Tennessee, fields athletic teams known as the Mountaineers, sporting maroon and gray colors.
The Mountaineers football program has made multiple playoff appearances since its founding, competing in Tennessee’s Class 5A and 6A divisions over the years. While Heritage has yet to secure a state championship, the program is recognized for producing tough regional competition and for developing several players who advanced to play at the collegiate level.
OEB Law LOVES local High School Football!
To support local youth high school football programs, OEB Law donates a $1,000 check every week to different Knoxville area high schools and we sponsor the championship games!
Team Highlights and Star Players
Teagan Ruehling (Class of 2025): Two-way standout at cornerback and wide receiver, known for athleticism and leadership.
Thomas Bowers (Class of 2025): Senior running back and linebacker who anchors the ground game and defensive front.
Notable Alumni: Heritage has produced several college-level athletes who contributed at in-state universities, keeping the program visible in East Tennessee football circles.
Meet the Team – 2026 Roster Snapshot
Head Coach: Joe Osovet
Assistant Coaches: Jeremiah Coffelt, Dustin Peels, Josh Pipkin, Bryce Ruis, Josh Whitehead
Coming Soon
2026 Season Schedule
(District games marked with *)
- Aug 21 – vs Clinton HS (Home), 7:00 PM
- Aug 28 – vs Christian Academy of Knoxville (Home), 7:00 PM
- Sep 4 – at South-Doyle HS* (Away), 7:00 PM
- Sep 11 – at Anderson Co. HS* (Away)
- Sep 18 – vs Fulton HS* (Home)
- Sep 25 – at Carter HS* (Away)
- Oct 2 – at William Blount HS (Away), 7:00 PM
- Oct 16 – at Alcoa HS* (Away)
- Oct 22 – vs Gibbs HS* (Home)
- Oct 30 – vs Union Co. HS* (Home)
