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Samford Softball Adds A Pair of Local Transfers To Roster
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Spartans open season with shutout of Demopolis
DEMOPOLIS, Ala. - After seeing an eight-year streak of season opening victories snapped last August, Mountain Brook returned to the Week 1 win column with a 28-0 shutout at Demopolis High School to kick off the 2024 football season. The Spartans' defense collected its ninth shutout in the last four seasons, while handing Demopolis its first at home inside Tiger Stadium since the 2002 Class 5A semifinals.
Governor Kay Ivey addresses State of the State: Update on 'moving Alabama forward'
ATHENS, Ala. — Two top priorities for Alabama's Governor: the economy and education. Thursday, Governor Kay Ivey put them front and center during a visit to Athens. Governor Ivey said the state of Alabama is strong, but improving the workforce is a big part of her mission. She kicked...
Despite the loss at home last night Holtville still looks promising under new Head Coach Cory Lee
In a tough season opener on their home field, Holtville High School fell to Trinity Presbyterian, 21-10. The game marked the debut of new Head Coach Cory Lee, who has stepped into the role after the retirement of Coach Jason Franklin that spent the last seven years coaching Holtville football. Although the Bulldogs fought hard throughout the game, they couldn’t overcome Trinity, who capitalized on key moments to secure the win.
Samford football practices on new field for the first time ahead of 2024 season
HOMEWOOD, Ala. (WBRC) - Walking by Pete Hanna Stadium, you might hear some ongoing construction sounds as the finishing touches come together for the new field. The Samford football program practiced on the new turf field for the first time Thursday morning. The team has held a few walkthroughs on the new surface before, but it marked the first time suiting up and going to work.
Central Stuns Tuscaloosa County with Last-Second Field Goal
Tuscaloosa, AL — In a game that will be remembered for its dramatic twists and turns, Central High School pulled off a stunning comeback to defeat Tuscaloosa County 31-28, thanks to a last-second field goal by Graham Wolfe. The game started with a bang as Tuscaloosa County’s KJ Jackson...
Leeds opens 2024 season with impressive win over Mortimer Jordan
By Will Heath, For the Tribune KIMBERLY — Jerry Hood knows that Leeds football fans have a peculiar standard when it comes to their team’s defense. “We’re used to, around here, 10-11 points a game,” Hood said Friday. Whether Friday night’s 42-20 win over Mortimer Jordan strictly maintained that standard, it did serve as a […]
Huskies bulldoze JAG in season opener
TRUSSVILLE – The theme was there for the taking, and Hewitt-Trussville High School took full advantage. On one end of Husky Parkway, for months bulldozers have cleared land for a new housing development. On the opposite end, more bulldozers have pushed away mounds of dirt for a future softball complex. Students on Friday night dressed in hard hats and neon construction vests.
Trussville community voting over property tax increase next week
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - The Trussville community met at Cahaba Elementary School Thursday to learn more about a proposed property tax increase ahead of next Tuesday’s election. It would increase property taxes by 12.9 mill. That’s about $129 per $100,000. Opponents of the change tell WBRC they fear...
JC bests Gardendale to win first game of the year
MADISON – The stadium on Celtic Drive was bathed in sky blue on Friday night as the James Clemens Jets held off Gardendale 17-10 in the season opener. The fans filled the stands well before the kickoff to celebrate the seniors with their parents on the field. A warm...
MJ Gideon shines in return from injury, leads James Clemens past Gardendale
MJ Gideon scored two touchdowns in his comeback from last year’s season-ending injury as James Clemens beat Gardendale 17-10 in tonight’s season opener at Madison City Schools Stadium. The sophomore running back scored from 1 yard and 61 yards as the host Jets led 14-10 at halftime. Anthony...
Watch: Former Alabama edge rusher gets first sack in the NFL
Alabama football produced two marquee edge rushers in the 2024 National Football League Draft. People are excited to watch Dallas Turner dominate for the Minnesota Vikings, but the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are very pleased with its second round selection of Chris Braswell. The Maryland native got his first career sack...
4-Star RB updates commitment to Alabama
Anthony Rogers has a group of teams still going after him despite his commitment to Alabama football. Rogers is a four-star running back, who currently attends Carver High School in Montgomery, Alabama. The Crimson Tide currently still hold his verbal commitment. “I’m still committed,” Rogers told Touchdown Alabama. “Just looking...
Calera Police credit new gear for helping end high speed pursuit and recover stolen car
CALERA, Ala. (WBRC) - Calera Police are celebrating a new piece of police equipment that helped them end a police chase on Thursday and keep their officers safe in the process. It is a remote spike strip deployment device called “Night Hawk.” It looks like a really large brief case...
Second AshFest to Bring 8 Hours of Music & Standup to Brewery Saturday
A festival in memory of a DCH nurse will return Saturday, bringing eight hours of music, stand-up comedy and more to Tuscaloosa's Druid City Brewing Company. AshFest first came to the brewery last year, organized by Tuscaloosa's Jimmy Mixon in memory of his late wife Ashley Mixon, a second-career nurse.
Calera’s comeback bid falls short as Northridge rallies to take Rials’ opening game
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... CALERA– The Calera Eagles had a tough start to their 2024 football season as they welcomed the Northridge Jaguars for their Week 1 matchup. The two teams combined for an entertaining first half, but Northridge put together big drives in the second half...
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