The 2022 Knoxville High School King and Queen are Mason Hatch and Norah Pearson.

Pearson tells KNIA/KRLS News why she is excited to be recognized as the Homecoming Queen, “Honestly being crowned by Olivia was really special (last year’s queen). She’s been my best friend for a long time now.”

Hatch, explained why he is pleased to represent Knoxville as the Homecoming King, “I’m happy to have this honor I’ts really exciting.”

Hatch’s father, Brian, was Homecoming King in 1997.

The Queen candidates were Norah Pearson, Melanie Sullivan, Emma Dunkin, Kaliyah Wilder and Hanna Linsley. The King candidates this year were Mason Hatch, Kade Bellon, Luke Spaur, Ethan Morgan and Luka DeJong.

The Panthers play host to the Saydel Eagles for Homecoming 2022 tonight at 7:30 pm.