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Hoover mother-son duo to compete in Transplant Games
Chase Waters and his mother, Jennifer McCombs Thompson, have a special bond. Waters was born with a rare kidney disorder, and Thompson donated a kidney to her son during his freshman year at Hoover High School. Thirteen years later, the dynamic duo are healthy and active, and ready to compete in the 2024 Transplant Games of America this July in Birmingham.
Montevallo center Tristan Stoutermire signs with Arkansas State
The Montevallo Bulldogs have been on the rise in recent years in many sports, trying to make statements and push farther in the postseason. Now, the girls basketball program is gaining some attention with its newest college signing. The post Montevallo center Tristan Stoutermire signs with Arkansas State appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Fayetteville’s Granger Bulger shines at Auburn youth basketball camp
AUBURN, Ala. – Nine-year-old Granger Bulger, of Fayetteville, emerged as a standout at a June youth basketball camp hosted by Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl at Neville Arena. The camp, designed for learning and competition, featured a roster of Auburn University graduate assistants, assistant coaches, trainers, current players, and former players.
Will Lyng no-hits Laurel, Helena Senators capture fourth straight Keith Sell Tournament title
HELENA — Will Lyng pondered his postgame, celebratory meal, clutching the game ball from his most recent achievement with the sun on his back and a smile on his face. If it’s local eatery Shellie’s, it’s probably a breakfast burrito for the Helena Capital graduate and Beloit College commit, and to really live, the lanky righty considered ordering all three meats (ham, bacon, sausage) inside his entrée.
Chelsea native becomes D1 softball assistant
Sarah Cespedes has hit the ground running in her new gig. Hired as an assistant softball coach at Samford University on June 24, Cespedes was on the road recruiting last weekend. But she has taken a little time to reflect on the opportunity afforded her, entering the NCAA Division I...
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