A group of football players line up for a tug-of-war contest during Meet the Timberwolves. Swipe or click to see moreSwipe or click to see moreA group of cheerleaders perform during Friday's Meet the TImberwolves pep rally. (Photo submitted)Swipe or click to see moreThe Tazewell Timberwolves Youth Football and Cheerleading held a special Meet the Timberwolves pep rally on Friday to kick off the 2026 season. Each of the players and cheerleaders were introduced along with their coaches and the evening featured tug-of-war competitions and other games along with cheer performances and crowd contests. Here are a few highlights from the evening.