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Alabama high school football player dies after being injured during game
The parents of Morgan Academy student-athlete Caden Tellier announced late Saturday afternoon that Tellier has died after suffering a critical brain injury during his team’s game against Southern Academy in Selma on Friday. Tellier was airlifted to UAB following a third-quarter injury Friday night, according to head of school...
Keith High Coach Anthony Lumpkin talks 2024 football season
Keith High in Orrville football Coach Anthony Lumpkin says his hard-working Bears are ready to take on a tough schedule this season. Lumpkin outlines how he motivates his players, including a method he says works better than "fussing" that he calls "kick the hat" that makes the teens laugh and builds camaraderie.
Southside Panthers defeat Carver Rams in season opener on Thursday
The Southside Panthers defeated the Carver Rams out of Birmingham on Thursday in a jamboree on the Panther’s field. The Panthers struck first against the Rams to quickly put points on the scoreboard. The Rams were able to answer and keep the Panthers on their toes, but the Panthers pulled away with a 30-12 victory to kick off their season.
Morgan Academy set to open football season with new coach against Southern at home
The Morgan Academy Senators will open the 2024 football season under first year head football coach and Athletic Director Jacob Webb against Southern Academy at home on Aug. 23. Morgan Academy headmaster Dr. Bryan Oliver announced the hiring Webb in May. Oliver said Webb, who coached most recently at Pearl...
Selma Saints volleyball team beats Keith Lady Bears in tight fight
Selma High School had their volleyball season opener on Thursday against the Keith Lady Bears. The Lady Saints came out strong against the Lady Bears, defeating them in the first set, but the Lady Bears quickly bounced back and took the second set. The two opponents battled their way through five sets, with the Lady Saints coming out with a victory.
Selma Saints beat Park Crossing in season opener at Memorial Stadium
The Selma High Saints came out the gate running Friday night in their opening game of the 2024 football season against Park Crossing, winning 30-20. Park Crossing was mere inches from making a touchdown, when No. 11 Kristan “Megatron” Moore intercepted and ran from one stretch of the field to the other to score a touchdown. Surely that was close to or at 70 or 80 yards. Rushing two-point conversion was successful by Nicholas "Smoove" Thomas.
Black Belt Football Scoreboard: Week 1
Football scoreboard roundup for Black Belt high school football teams in week 1 on Friday night. Southside 30, George Washington Carver – Birmingham, 12. More scores will be added as they are reported. Send scores, photos and game information about your favorite Black Belt football team to news@blackbeltnewsnetwork.com to...
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