Recreation Department Director:

Scottie Thornton

The Cocke County Recreation Department serves as the county’s primary provider of recreational and athletic opportunities. The department also manages and maintains the softball fields located at each school as well as the Irish Cut Park and Playground.

The department hosts recreational basketball opportunities in the winter, little league softball in the spring, and flag football in the fall. Adult basketball and softball programs are also offered. For more information on the programs offered please call the Cocke County Recreation Department.

Cocke County Recreation Department

466 Learning Way

Newport, TN 37821

(423) 623 - 6769