Team History and Awards
Rockwood High School, located at 512 West Rockwood St in Rockwood, Tennessee, fields athletic teams known as the Tigers, sporting green and white colors. As part of the Roane County School System, Rockwood has an enrollment of approximately 364 students and competes in TSSAA Division I Class 1A, Region 2.
The Tigers’ varsity football program has built a remarkable tradition of consistency and competitive excellence. Most notably, Rockwood has achieved an impressive streak of 16 consecutive playoff appearances as of the 2025 season, with their last missed postseason occurring in 2008. This sustained success demonstrates the program’s commitment to excellence and its ability to compete at a high level year after year. While the Tigers have not yet captured a state championship, their consistent playoff presence makes them one of the most reliable programs in East Tennessee. The team’s physical, hard-nosed style of play has become their signature, embodying a “winning tradition” that has been the program’s foundation for many years.
Team Highlights and Notable Players
Playoff Consistency: With 16 straight playoff appearances dating back to 2009, the Tigers have established themselves as one of the most consistent programs in Tennessee Class 1A football. This remarkable streak demonstrates the program’s sustained excellence and competitive culture.
Program Philosophy: Under Head Coach John Webb, Rockwood embodies a physical, grinding style of football that emphasizes toughness on both sides of the ball. As Coach Webb describes it, “That’s been our M.O. around here for a long, long time. It’s been physical and we’re always grinding it out.” This approach has produced consistent results and playoff success.
Recent Success: The Tigers had a strong 12-2 season in 2021 and continue to compete effectively in Region 2A. The program’s commitment to physical football and sound fundamentals has made them a challenging opponent for any team in their region.
Current Notable Players (2024-2025):
- Peyton Pressley – Multi-touchdown performer who excels in both the running and receiving game
- Adrian Darby (#7, Jr., RB/CB) – 5’10”, 180 lbs – Versatile playmaker on both offense and defense, known for explosive scoring ability
- Jayden Davidson (#1, Sr., RB/CB) – 5’7″, 135 lbs – Dynamic return specialist and defensive back
- Aiden Amonett (#12, So., QB) – 6’4″, 180 lbs – Dual-threat quarterback with big-play capability
- Nicholas Hubbard (#24, Sr., WR/OLB) – Ball-hawking defender with multiple interceptions
- Hayden Hicks – Key defensive contributor with clutch interceptions
Coaching Leadership: Head Coach John Webb has built a program culture centered on physical play, discipline, and consistent playoff contention. His leadership has maintained Rockwood’s winning tradition and developed players who exemplify toughness and teamwork. As noted by former Rockwood Principal Allen Reed, “Coach Webb works hard to get the best out of the students. Coach sets great positive examples and truly is man of his word, and his athletes truly appreciate him.”
Meet the Team – 2025 Roster Snapshot
Head Coach: John Webb
Statistician: Benjamin Poland
Offense
- Masson Simpson (#4, Fr., QB)
- Aiden Amonett (#12, So., QB) – 6’4″, 180 lbs
- Jayden Davidson (#1, Sr., RB/CB) – 5’7″, 135 lbs
- Landon Clark (#2, Jr., RB/DB)
- Tristan Cunningham (#6, So., RB/LB)
- Adrian Darby (#7, Jr., RB/CB) – 5’10”, 180 lbs
- Darrien Hensley (#8, Jr., RB/DB) – 5’11”, 175 lbs
- Trevin True (#9, Sr., RB/SS)
- Josh Roach (#19, Jr., RB/DB)
- Trevor Collins (#20, So., WR)
- Kaben Tapp (#22, Jr., RB/LB)
- Nathan Pressley (#29, So., RB)
- Alexander Krankovich (#30, Fr., WR)
- Zevin Price (#32, Fr., RB)
- Korbin Ledford (#3, Jr., WR)
- Jeremiah Derossett (#10, So., WR)
- Jeffery Gray (#14, Sr., WR/DB) – 6’0″, 165 lbs
- Robert Neal (#16, Fr., WR/DB)
- Logan Minnick (#17, Jr., WR)
- Michael Tindal (#21, So., WR/DB)
- Keydon Hawkins (#23, So., WR/DB)
- Nicholas Hubbard (#24, Sr., WR/OLB)
- Richard Neal (#25, Fr., WR)
- Landon Hartman (#28, Jr., WR/CB)
- Andrew Hamby (#34, Fr., WR/DB)
- Elijah Brown (#35, Fr., WR)
- Aiden Hawkins (#41, Fr., WR) – 5’0″, 170 lbs
- Michael Gibson (#11, So., TE/DE) – 6’5″, 185 lbs
- Gabriel Lower (#33, Sr., TE)
- Skylar Norman (#67, Sr., TE/OLB)
Offensive Line
- Makell Pryor (#44, Fr., OL)
- Brady Harvey (#50, Sr., MLB/OLB) – 5’10”, 200 lbs
- Jonathan Dietz (#51, So., G/MLB) – 6’0″, 175 lbs
- Carlin Porter (#53, So., T/DT) – 6’0″, 240 lbs
- Keegan Koch (#54, Jr., C) – 6’2″, 190 lbs
- Jullian Simpson (#55, So., OL/DE) – 6’0″, 192 lbs
- Tallon Tovar (#56, So., G/MLB) – 5’10”, 180 lbs
- Kyle Ladd (#58, So., OL/DL)
- Walter Poland (#59, So., T/DT)
- Collin Hickey (#62, Sr., OL/DL)
- Enrique Roman (#63, Jr., OL)
- Jack Walden (#66, Sr., OL/DT) – 6’3″, 310 lbs
- Israel Byrd (#69, Fr., OL/DL)
- Skyler Layne (#70, Sr., T/DT) – 6’3″, 270 lbs
- Collin Abston (#71, Sr., C/DT) – 6’2″, 290 lbs
- Evan Lankford (#72, Sr.)
- Zailyn Dyer (#75, Fr., OL) – 6’1″, 178 lbs
- Elijah Williams (#78, So., T/DT) – 6’7″, 278 lbs
2025 Season Schedule
(District games marked with *)
- Aug 22 – @ Oneida (Away), 7:30 PM
- Aug 29 – vs Wartburg Central* (Home), 7:30 PM
- Sep 5 – vs Coalfield* (Home), 7:30 PM
- Sep 12 – @ Midway* (Away), 7:00 PM
- Sep 19 – vs Harriman* (Home), 7:30 PM
- Sep 26 – @ Oliver Springs* (Away), 7:00 PM
- Oct 3 – @ Oakdale* (Away), 7:00 PM
- Oct 10 – @ Cumberland County (Away), 7:30 PM
- Oct 24 – vs Roane County (Home), 7:30 PM
- Oct 30 – vs Greenback* (Home), 7:30 PM
