John Varlas is a Reporter at The Daily Memphian. A lifelong Memphian, he has dedicated over 20 years to covering high school sports, as well as exploring themes related to competitive and professional sports, including both individual and team disciplines. His work has also been featured in The Murfreesboro Post.
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John Varlas' coverage is heavily focused on local sports, particularly high school and soccer in the Memphis area. He regularly covers events and announcements related to basketball, soccer, and specific teams such as the Memphis 901 FC. His articles include features like player of the week awards for high school athletes.
If you want to reach out effectively to John Varlas, consider providing updates on local sporting events or achievements by high school athletes in Tennessee or specifically within the Memphis area. Offering exclusive interviews with players or coaches involved in these events could also be a good pitch for him.
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