Javonte Smith definitely had a hand in North Side High School’s 49-0 win over Liberty, Oct. 1, claiming the Commissioners’ Cup for the fifth time in the process.

Javonte, a senior and University of Tennessee commit, scored three touchdowns – a 72-yard reception, a pass interception return for 40 yards and a 56-yard punt return – helping the Indians improve to 5-2 overall.

For good measure, he also added six yards on one rushing attempt.

The Commissioners’ Cup has been awarded annually since 2018 to the team that compiles the most wins in games between the four public high schools – North Side, Liberty, JCM and South Side.

North Side entertains Giles County at 7 p.m., Friday.

Player Quote:

“We came in this prepared … and it paid off. We hold each other accountable and keep each other on our A-game.

“We’re preparing to rest on the bye week and get back to work for the rest of the season.” – Javonte Smith

Coach Quote: 

“Javonte is a tremendous kid, a tremendous talent. Nothing he does athletically surprises me.  Tennessee is getting a good one.” – Woodrow Lowe Jr., North Side head football coach

(PHOTO: Javonte Smith, center, is presented with the 101.5 FM’s football ‘Player of the Week,’ award by ‘Coach T’ Tim Stratton – Sports Director – Talk-N Sports Fox Sports WTN. Woodrow Lowe Jr., North Side head football coach is at right – holding the Commissioners’ Cup)