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UMS-Wright boys battle back but fall short to Escambia County
By JIMMY WIGFIELD MONTGOMERY — UMS-Wright fought back from a 12-point deficit to tie it late but Escambia County’s Stephen Williams made sure the Bulldogs got no further. The 6-9 senior center scored on back-to-back lay-ins to break the tie and finished with 12 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Blue Devils to…
Read MoreT.R. Miller stages huge rally to eliminate UMS-Wright girls, 41-34
By JIMMY WIGFIELD MONTGOMERY — In his first season at UMS-Wright, coach Terry Canova took his girls team to Brewton and broke T.R. Miller’s 56-game home winning streak, although he was blissfully unaware of the feat. “I had no idea at the time,” Canova said. “It’s probably a good thing or we’d have…
Read MoreMobile Christian coach Ronnie Cottrell resigns to pursue college opportunities
By JIMMY WIGFIELD MOBILE — Ronnie Cottrell, who coached Mobile Christian to the zenith of high school football in Alabama with a state championship and a 15-0 finish last season, resigned Monday to pursue college opportunities. Cottrell told his players of his decision in a team meeting Monday afternoon and Mobile Christian Head of School…
Read MoreRyan Williams announces recommitment to Alabama
Saraland’s Ryan Williams, one of the nation’s top receiver prospects, could become the first player in state history to win back-to-back Mr. Football awards next week. By JIMMY WIGFIELD Saraland five-star wide receiver Ryan Williams announced on social media Wednesday afternoon he has recommitted to Alabama. “Ain’t Really Leave But I’m Back,” Williams said…
Read MoreMobile Christian moves to 4A, Gulf Shores joins Saraland in 6A Region 1
Staff Report Defending state champions Mobile Christian and Gulf Shores moved up in class for football in the 2024-2026 cycle, the Alabama High School Athletic Association announced Monday. The Leopards moved up from Class 3A Region 1 to 4A Region 1 and the Dolphins moved from 5A Region 1 to 6A Region 1, where they…
Read MoreFaith Academy coach Jack French, citing health concerns, announces retirement
By ARTHUR L. MACK Faith Academy’s Jack French, pointing to health issues, announced Wednesday he is retiring, ending a 40-year career as one of the most highly regarded coaches in Alabama. “It was kind of a gradual thing,” said French, 70. “It’s kind of hard to pinpoint something like that. I’m not going to lie.…
Read MoreRyan Williams to leave Saraland a year early, says he is still committed to Alabama
By JIMMY WIGFIELD SARALAND — Ryan Williams knew last spring he had done about all he could do in high school football but made pursuing another state championship with his Saraland teammates the most important thing in his life. “And that,” Spartans coach Jeff Kelly said, “tells you everything you need to know about…
Read MoreLeroy rallies from 14 down to beat Coosa 28-21, win second straight state title
By ARTHUR L. MACK TUSCALOOSA — For most of the season, the motto of the Leroy Bears has been “Next Man Up.” Nowhere was that more evident than in the second half of the season, when defensive coordinator Chan Lowe was called up to take over head coaching duties when Jason Massey was…
Read MoreGatson slings the rock for five TDs as Mobile Christian wins state championship with 55-28 victory over Madison Academy
By JIMMY WIGFIELD TUSCALOOSA — Mobile Christian gave quarterback Damien Gatson a slingshot and a stone Thursday and with it slayed the gargantuan specter of two past losses in the state championship game. Gatson repeatedly slung the rock at Madison Academy before finally striking the Mustangs between the eyes with the last of…
Read MoreFatal car crash, identity of driver under investigation in Citronelle; owner of car confirmed
By WILLIE GRAY A fatal car crash in Citronelle Monday is under investigation by the Citronelle Police Department and Alabama State Troopers. Police chief Chris McLean said the cause of the crash and the identification of the deceased driver are still in question. However, McLean said authorities confirmed the owner of the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro…
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