Scott Thornton, Recreation Department Director

Cocke County Recreation Department

The Cocke County Recreation Department serves as the County’s primary service provider of recreational and athletic opportunities, operating at 466 Learning Way, Newport, Tennessee.  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 programs in the spring and Flag Football programs in the fall.  Adult basketball and softball programs are also offered.  Scott Thornton, a Newport native, serves as Director.  For more information on the programs offered, please call the Cocke County Recreation Department, 423-623-6769.