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.
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 – 2025 Roster Snapshot
Head Coach: Joe Osovet
Assistant Coaches: Rob Foister, Michael Rubino
Offense (Juniors and Seniors)
Teagan Ruehling (Sr., CB/WR) – 6’0″, 183 lbs
Dylan Burgess (Sr., WR/SS) – 5’10”, 150 lbs
Thomas Bowers (Sr., RB/OLB) – 5’9″, 194 lbs
Ethan Bryant (Jr., WR/SS) – 6’0″, 170 lbs
Gaven French (Jr., QB) – 6’2″, 175 lbs
Rhett Hall (Jr., WR/SS) – 6’3″, 185 lbs
Ethan Gibson (Sr., RB/TE) – 5’11”, 210 lbs
Connor Wheeler (Jr., MLB/LS) – 5’11”, 210 lbs
Riley Isbill (Jr., WR/CB) – Height not listed
Jonas Williams (Jr., WR/CB) – Height not listed
Alan Marlow (Jr., position not listed) – Height not listed
Jacob Perry (Jr., RB/MLB) – 5’6″, 150 lbs
Defense (Juniors and Seniors)
Teagan Ruehling (Sr., CB/WR) – 6’0″, 183 lbs
Dylan Burgess (Sr., WR/SS) – 5’10”, 150 lbs
Thomas Bowers (Sr., RB/OLB) – 5’9″, 194 lbs
Kelan Murphy (Sr., FS/OLB) – 5’8″, 180 lbs
Ethan Gibson (Sr., RB/TE) – 5’11”, 210 lbs
David Ashby (Sr., DE/G) – 5’10”, 218 lbs
Zayne Walker (Sr., C/DT) – 6’0″, 225 lbs
Trenton Francis (Sr., G/DE) – Height not listed
Bryce Shelton (Sr., G/DT) – 6’4″, 205 lbs
Ethan Bryant (Jr., WR/SS) – 6’0″, 170 lbs
Connor Wheeler (Jr., MLB/LS) – 5’11”, 210 lbs
Rhett Hall (Jr., WR/SS) – 6’3″, 185 lbs
Jacob Perry (Jr., RB/MLB) – 5’6″, 150 lbs
Brody Simpher (Jr., T/DT) – 6’0″, height not listed
Weston Davis (Jr., G/DT) – 6’4″, height not listed
Sam Roberts (Jr., G/NG) – 5’9″, height not listed
Caleb Hayes (Jr., WR/OLB) – Height not listed
2025 Season Schedule
Aug 29 – at Christian Academy of Knoxville, 7:00 PM, W 28–21
Sep 5 – vs South-Doyle, 7:00 PM, W 35–14
Sep 12 – vs Anderson County, 7:00 PM, L 63–19
Sep 19 – at Fulton, 7:00 PM, W 30–12
Sep 26 – vs Carter, 7:00 PM
Oct 2 – vs William Blount, 7:00 PM
Oct 17 – vs Alcoa, 7:00 PM
Oct 24 – at Gibbs, 7:30 PM
Oct 30 – at Union County, 7:00 PM
