In the shadows of the Smoky Mountains lives a football dynasty. Alcoa High School is southern Appalachia's true football powerhouse.

The 2020 Alcoa Tornadoes football season is about to kick off with a quarterback controversy, a fierce first game opponent, and a global pandemic nearly halting their run at a sixth straight championship.

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The 2020 Alcoa Tornadoes football season is about to kick off with a quarterback controversy, a fierce first game opponent, and a global pandemic.

Against all Odds

The 2020 season gets off to a rocky start for Alcoa and a star senior defends his family legacy.

Defending the Legacy

The Tornadoes face off against their arch-rivals, the Maryville Rebels, in this near century old battle with a controversial past.

The Battle of Pistol Creek, Part 1

The Tornadoes suffer a series of devastating losses and look to heal deep wounds.

The Battle of Pistol Creek, Part 2

Tensions rise between a star player and the head coach while the Tornadoes’ turnaround hangs in the balance.

Cleaning the Wounds

A Tornado player is the first to be infected with the COVID-19 virus and a David vs. Goliath matchup puts the team to the test.

The Push Begins

The playoffs have begun for the Tornadoes and their legendary coach returns to his humble beginnings.

Home Stretch

The Alcoa Tornados face their final opponent in their quest to win the state championship and this band of brothers end their journey together.