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Football
Cub Trio Signs
Alexandria, AL – Alexandria’s Thompson, Dickerson and Folsom add to big year of signings for Alexandria High School athletes. By Joe Medley It’s been quite
Donoho Taps Smith to Come to Anniston
Anniston, AL – Falcons’ quiet search for a head coach concludes with hiring of former Munford, Talladega head coach to lead football program. By Joe Medley
‘An Absolute Steal’ for Oxford
Oxford, AL – One of four Oxford signees to spark a raucous NSD ceremony, running back Thomas looks to hit the portal-world hole and speed from
Something Bigger in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville’s Fisher looks ahead to opportunities to come at, and because of, Dartmouth. Holt channels sixth-grade self to explain opportunity she never saw
‘Dawgs’ Day in Anniston
Anniston, AL – Anniston High recognizes Doss, Kirby, Lewis and Wansart on National Signing Day. As many two more expected to sign. By Joe Medley Anniston
‘Brick by Brick’ Anniston Alum Looks to Build
Anniston, AL – Ready to try head-coaching job again, Anniston grad Dorsey hopes to build Talladega High football into a winner from the ground up.
ASWA Football Finalists
Calhoun County, AL – Finalists for 2023 back- and lineman-of-the-year awards by classification, as voted by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Editor’s note: Winners, Super All-State
ASWA All-State Team
The Alabama Sports Writers Association All-State high school football teams, honorable mentions and coaches of the year: CLASS 7A FIRST-TEAM ALL-STATE Offense QB: Andrew Alford,
AHSAA Makes an Oops in Their Reclassification: Impact on Calhoun County
Montgomery, AL – Citing an ALSDE data reporting error, AHSAA adjusts reclassification with major implications for classifications, region alignments for area schools. By Joe Medley Anniston
Jacksonville’s Ogle a Warhawk
Jacksonville, AL – After coaching change altered plans to sign with Troy, Jacksonville’s 9,000-yard passer signs with Louisiana-Monroe. By Joe Medley Jim Ogle was on his
Volleyball
Blue Map Couple
Alexandria, AL – Mutually supportive relationship helps Alexandria’s Zac, Whitney Welch put coveted AHSAA trophies in alma mater’s case. By Joe Medley Zac and Whitney
Home Sweet Home: Maddie Schwabe Joins Calhoun Community College
Pleasant Valley, AL – Schwabe, highly decorated setter for Pleasant Valley’s state-title volleyball team, signs to play for Calhoun Community College. By Joe Medley Many are
Folsom Hits On at Gadsden
Anniston, AL – Faith Christian senior and standout on state-tournament volleyball team signs to play on, at Gadsden State Community College. By Joe Medley Ally
AHSAA Makes an Oops in Their Reclassification: Impact on Calhoun County
Montgomery, AL – Citing an ALSDE data reporting error, AHSAA adjusts reclassification with major implications for classifications, region alignments for area schools. By Joe Medley Anniston
Family Tradition
Pleasant Valley, AL – Fresh off helping Pleasant Valley win a state volleyball title, Bryant becomes the latest in her family to take her game to
Calhoun County’s Alexandria Cubs Shine with Future Plans
Calhoun County, AL – Nine Alexandria athletes, including six baseball players, sign to play college ball in mass ceremony in Larry R. Ginn Gymnasium. By
All Calhoun County Volleyball
Calhoun County, AL – Pleasant Valley’s Bryant, Schwabe and Alexandria’s Welch, Dickerson take top honors on the 2023 East Alabama Sports Today All-Calhoun County volleyball teams.
State Volleyball: History Repeats?
Birmingham, AL – Spring Garden awakens echoes of 2007-08 with second state volleyball championship. Panthers will try to add the second jewel for this school year
Pleasant Valley’s Triumph for Calhoun County: 6th State Title Caps Coach’s Glorious Career
Birmingham, AL – Pleasant Valley sweeps Sand Rock in the AHSAA Class 2A volleyball final, claims sixth state title and first since 1997 while giving retiring
State Volleyball
Birmingham, AL – Spring Garden sweeps Faith Christian and Addison to reach 1A final, and Cherokee County falls in 4A quarterfinals. Editor’s note: For coverage of
Track/Cross Country
Calhoun County Shines in State Track
Calhoun County, AL – Faith Christian boys take second. Donoho’s Connell, Cherokee County’s Johnson, Munford’s Frank, Handley’s Askew among multiple-event winners. Weaver’s boys dominate hurdles. Led
Calhoun County State Track Qualifiers
Calhoun County, AL – The state track meets start Thursday in Gulf Shores (Class 4A-7A) and Friday in Cullman (1A-3A). What follows as a list of
Calhoun County Track Meet: ‘Yeeaaahhhh!’
Calhoun County, AL – With former coach Long cheering on the side, Donoho’s Connell takes three gold medals in Calhoun County meet. Oxford’s boys extend team
Bulldog Trio Signs in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – Piedmont track standouts Dempsey, Ray and wrestler Bailey sign to compete on, in college … Ray at Binghamton, Dempsey at Millsaps and Bailey
Something Bigger in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville’s Fisher looks ahead to opportunities to come at, and because of, Dartmouth. Holt channels sixth-grade self to explain opportunity she never saw
Calhoun County Indoor Track
Birmingham, AL – Munford’s Frank, Cherokee County’s Johnson bring home state titles. White Plains’ Conn takes second- and third-place finishes. By East Alabama Sports Today
AHSAA Makes an Oops in Their Reclassification: Impact on Calhoun County
Montgomery, AL – Citing an ALSDE data reporting error, AHSAA adjusts reclassification with major implications for classifications, region alignments for area schools. By Joe Medley Anniston
Anniston is the Holme for Rings and Awards
Anniston, AL – As two-time defending Class 4A state track champion Anniston receives rings for 2023, Holland receives two NFHS awards By Joe Medley Lisa Howard
All-Calhoun County Cross County
Calhoun County, AL – White Plains, Oxford sweep top honors on 2023 East Alabama Sports Today All-Calhoun County cross country team. Top 15 runners at the
Calhoun County Wins at State Cross County
Calhoun County, AL – White Plains’ Conn, Munford’s Frank repeat as Class 4A champions. White Plains’ girls seconds, boys third in team standings. By
Basketball
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of May 13-18. Coaches, to have your schedule included, email hayden.medley@gmail.com. State baseball finals CLASS 5A
All-Area Team from Anniston?
Anniston, AL – Anniston’s Perry signs with Southern Union, makes it five girls from area to continue basketball careers with Lady Bison. By Joe Medley Southern
All-Calhoun County Basketball
Calhoun County, AL – The 2024 East Alabama Sports Today All-Calhoun County basketball teams Class 1A-3A and 4A-6A boys and girls. 2024 BOYS CLASS 4A-6A ALL-CALHOUN
ASWA All-State team
The Alabama Sports Writers Association All-State high school basketball teams, honorable mentions and coaches of the year: CLASS 7A GIRLS First-team All-State Syriah Daniels, Auburn,
Familiar Feeling for Anniston Girls
Birmingham, AL – Cold shooting, tough second half doom Anniston’s girls to another ‘sad’ day in Birmingham as T.R. Miller advances to 4A title game. By
Eddie Factor for Anniston
Jacksonville, AL – Veteran coach simulates New Hope star guard in practice, helps Anniston find the formula to get back to the Northeast Regional final. By
Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of Feb. 19-Feb. 24. Coaches, to have your schedule included, email hayden.medley@gmail.com.
Regional Pairings
Calhoun County, AL – Northeast and Central Regional pairings for East Alabama Sports Today coverage-area teams. (Updated with times, championship game days/times) Girls CLASS 1A
Anniston’s Faith Christian Coach Hughes Takes Time Away
Anniston, AL – Faith Christian coach will take a year off from coaching to pursue a ministry internship in Washington,D.C. Prater to serve as interim. By
Gaston’s Last Play for Oxford
Jacksonville, AL – Not one to let the scoreboard have the last word, Oxford senior ends her career in the most JaMea Gaston way possible.
Bouquet of Roses at the Pete for Southside
Jacksonville, AL – Southside senior makes the most of chance to shine, and Panthers down Moody to gain another shot at a Northeast Regional final. By
Faith Christian’s Pride’s Ride in Anniston
Jacksonville, AL – Faith’ Christian’s latest regional run ends against Skyline, but a season that started with low expectations end with moon as a goal and
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of Feb. 12-Feb. 17. Coaches, to have your schedule included, email hayden.medley@gmail.com. Basketball
On to The Pete in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Anniston’s boys and girls, Piedmont’s boys, Faith Christian’s boys and B.B. Comer’s boys advance to regional play. (Includes links to regional pairings and
Updated Subregional Results
Calhoun County, AL – Results from AHSAA subregional games involving East Alabama Sports Today coverage-area teams. Most girls teams played Friday, and most boys teams
Updated Subregional Pairings
Calhoun County, AL – Regional pairings for East Alabama Sports Today coverage-area teams plus potential regional-final opponents. (Will be updated after Saturday’s subregional games.) Girls CLASS
Oxford Photo Gallery
Oxford, AL – Oxford’s boys play host to Huffman in a Class 6A, Northeast subregional game. Winner advances to the Northeast Regional. Photos by Joe Medley
Oxford Regional Trim
Oxford, AL – After season of developing new talent, Oxford’s girls show dominant look in 79-52 victory in subregional to secure fourth consecutive Northeast Regional
Subregional Results, Pairings
Calhoun County, AL – Results and pairings for AHSAA subregional games involving area teams. Unless otherwise noted, girls play Friday at 6 p.m., and boys play
White Plains Has a Special Moment
White Plains, AL – On a night when football country gave way to hoops country, second-ranked White Plains holds off No. 3 Jacksonville for 4A, Area
Wrestling
Bulldog Trio Signs in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – Piedmont track standouts Dempsey, Ray and wrestler Bailey sign to compete on, in college … Ray at Binghamton, Dempsey at Millsaps and Bailey
Calhoun County Shines in All-County Wrestling
Calhoun County, AL – East Alabama Sports Today’s All-Calhoun County wrestling team for 2024. Based on results from the Calhoun County championships, with postseason results factoring
Weaver’s State Wrestling Title
Huntsville, AL – With points coming from the consolation side of the bracket, Weaver clinches its third consecutive Class 1A-4A state wrestling title. Complete team scores
State Wrestling
Huntsville, AL – Weaver leads after day one, gets five wrestlers through to championship semifinals. (Includes rundown of wrestlers still active for area teams) Top-ranked
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of Feb. 12-Feb. 17. Coaches, to have your schedule included, email hayden.medley@gmail.com. Basketball
Updated Sectional Wrestling
Birmingham, AL – Weaver adds North Super Sectional title to its season resume, qualifies wrestlers in all weight classes for state. Alexandria, Southside and Cleburne County
Weaver On Top of Sectional Wrestling
Birmingham, AL – Weaver on top in North Class 1A-4A division with state qualifiers in all weight classes. (Includes state qualifiers by school from North and
This Week’s Schedule in Calhoun County Sports
Calhoun County, AL – Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of Feb. 5-Feb. 10. Includes updated area basketball pairings. Coaches, to have your
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of Jan. 29-Feb. 3. Coaches, to have your schedule included, email hayden.medley@gmail.com. Basketball
Piedmont Dogfight with Photo Gallery
Piedmont, AL – Jolliff, Andrews figure out opponents that had beaten them earlier this season, lead Weaver to second-place finish as five starters rest. By Joe
Baseball
Blue Map Couple
Alexandria, AL – Mutually supportive relationship helps Alexandria’s Zac, Whitney Welch put coveted AHSAA trophies in alma mater’s case. By Joe Medley Zac and Whitney
Cub Trio Signs
Alexandria, AL – Alexandria’s Thompson, Dickerson and Folsom add to big year of signings for Alexandria High School athletes. By Joe Medley It’s been quite
Alexandria Champions Walk
Alexandria, AL – Alexandria honors its state-championship baseball, girls’ golf teams with trophy walk following academic awards. Alexandria’s newly minted state championship baseball and
Valleys and Rallies for Calhoun County Team
Jacksonville, AL – Thinking of ailing father, Welch goes from ejected to tears of joy while leading alma mater Alexandria to its first state baseball
Things Work Out in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville’s Hammack, Sawyer and Peeler find their opportunity to compete in college … or, more like, opportunity found them. By Joe Medley A
Uber Allen
Alexandria, AL – Alexandria’s Allen prevails in Game 1 of Class 5A title series after both pitchers fire three-hitters. By Joe Medley Alexandria’s winning formula
Tough Ending for Oxford
Jacksonville, AL – op-ranked Hartselle holds second-ranked Oxford to two hits, and two run-scoring errors prove costly as Yellow Jackets fall in Game 3 of their
Summer Hayes Coming to Oxford
Oxford, AL – Harrison, former Oxford standout and 2023 Alabama Mr. Baseball, will reunite with Brooks for summer ball with Monsters. Team also hires Clayton as
Self Recruiting Pays for Jacksonville Student
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville’s Guthrie gets proactive shopping his film on site, finds his way to Virginia Peninsula Community College. By Joe Medley Arm health limited
Congratulations to Alexandria’s Valley Cubs
Alexandria, AL – With long-time former coach in attendance, top-ranked Alexandria sweeps Springville in a Class 5A semifinal series, earns berth to state-final series against Mobile
Softball
White Plains Move
White Plains, AL – Muncher won’t return as White Plains High’s softball coach, principal says. Program seeking fourth head coach in four years. By Joe
Blue Map Couple
Alexandria, AL – Mutually supportive relationship helps Alexandria’s Zac, Whitney Welch put coveted AHSAA trophies in alma mater’s case. By Joe Medley Zac and Whitney
State Softball
Alexandria falls one game short of Class 5A finals. Piedmont, Pleasant Valley each goes 1-2 as Bulldogs complete fourth consecutive state-tourney run and Raiders complete
Up For a Repeat?
Oxford, AL – Alexandria reaches winners’ bracket final, but nemesis Moody breaks free with a five-run sixth inning to advance to state 5A finals. Valley
State Softball in Oxford
Oxford, AL – Oxford, in Class 6A, and Spring Garden, in Class 1A, took to the Choccolocco Park softball fields for state tournament action on
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of May 13-18. Coaches, to have your schedule included, email hayden.medley@gmail.com. State baseball finals CLASS 5A
Calhoun County Softball Regionals
Alberville, AL – Pleasant Valley punches ticket to state as regional champion, and Piedmont earns fourth consecutive state berth in final day of East Regional
Softball Regionals for Calhoun County Teams
Albertville, AL – Day 3 is underway in the East Regional at Albertville and Central Regional at Montgomery. Results, pairings EAST REGIONAL Sand Mountain Park, Albertville
Calhoun County in Softball Regionals
Albertville, AL – Arnold’s three homers held White Plains move within one victory of repeat East Regional titles. Hill pitches Cherokee County into showdown with White
White Plains Better Than Cycle
White Plains, AL – White Plains’ Richardson homers twice, adds triple and double as Wildcats power way past Jacksonville for area title. Both teams headed for
Golf
Rollins Rollin’ Second Calhoun County Golf Tour Victory
Gadsden, AL – A day after tree limb falls on his truck, tree cutter Rollins falls on the field for second Calhoun County Golf Tour
Things Work Out in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville’s Hammack, Sawyer and Peeler find their opportunity to compete in college … or, more like, opportunity found them. By Joe Medley A
State Champs
Florance, AL – Led by seventh-grader Stokes, Alexandria finishes off second team state title in girls’ golf and first in 16 years at RTJ-The Shoals.
Valley Cubs Lead
Florence, AL – While baseball team vies for state title, and softball team eyes its state tourney opener, Alexandria’s girls’ golf team emerges with lead
’24 Calhoun County Golf Tournament Stats
Calhoun County, AL – Statistics for the 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour through the Trail Championship, the tour’s second points event, at Silver Lakes. Points
Sub-State Golf
Gadsden, AL – Foster shoots 75, leads Alexandria girls to second-place finish at sub-state. Valley Cubs qualify for state. White Plains’ Edwards finishes second to qualify.
Calhoun County Soccer Playoffs
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s girls, Jacksonville girls bound for state semifinals in Huntsville after dramatic quarterfinal victories. Donoho’s and Jacksonville’s girls went to
Andrews Have It
Silver Lakes, – Chattanooga’s Weathers leads, and Alexandria’s Brooks one stroke back after first round of Trail Championship at Silver Lakes. By Joe Medley The Andrews
’24 CCGT Stats
Calhoun County, AL – Statistics for the Calhoun County Golf Tour through the Anniston City Championship, the tour’s first points event. Points PLAYER POINTS Ty
Calhoun County Sectional Golf
Gadsden, AL – Low medalist Edwards fires 69, and White Plains’ other four players shoot in 70s as Wildcats win at Twin Bridges. Oxford’s boys and
Soccer
‘Really Proud’
Huntsville, AL – Donoho’s girls size up another strong season, another Final Four after falling to St. James in Class 1A-3A final. East Alabama Sports Today
Soccer Playoffs for Calhoun County Team
Huntsville, AL – Donoho’s girls dominate Madison Academy, earn return trip to Class 1A-3A finals. Jacksonville’s girls see 4A run end against Westminster Christian. Soccer semifinals
Soccer Playoffs for Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s girls, Jacksonville’s girls and Southside’s boys are playing in the AHSAA semifinals. Click link and refresh for scores. Soccer semifinals John
This Week’s Sports Schedule in Calhoun County
Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of May6-May 11. Coaches, to have your schedule included, email hayden.medley@gmail.com. Baseball semifinals CLASS 6A Hartselle
Soccer Playoffs for Calhoun County
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville girls down visiting Cherokee County to reach quarterfinals. Donoho girls beat Altamont. Soccer playoff matches CLASS 1A-3A Boys MONDAY, April 29 Westminster-Oak
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of April 29-May 4. Coaches, to have your schedule included, email hayden.medley@gmail.com. Baseball
Soccer Roundup In Calhoun County
White Plains, AL – White Plains’ boys, girls celebrate senior night with sweep of Talladega. Perez leads boys with two goals, and McKenzie scored four
Soccer Playoffs in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – First-round playoff matchups for high school soccer teams from the East Alabama Sports Today coverage area. CLASS 1A-3A Boys MONDAY, April 29
Calhoun County Soccer Roundup
Jacksonville, AL – Donoho’s Turley, Jacksonville’s Page and Weaver score hat tricks. Weaver gets two goals apiece from Johannson, Gibbs and Richmond. Senior Erin
Calhoun County Weekly Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of April 22-27. Coaches, to have your schedule included, email hayden.medley@gmail.com. Baseball: Second
Other Sports
Things Work Out in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville’s Hammack, Sawyer and Peeler find their opportunity to compete in college … or, more like, opportunity found them. By Joe Medley A
Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s girls finish as runner up at Class 4A-5A, Section 6 tennis tournament, qualify for state. Donoho’s girls’ soccer clinches area title.
Calhoun County Spring Roundup
Silver Lakes, AL – Alexandria girls win Coosa River Invitational. Big day for Donoho soccer, tennis and baseball. Piedmont baseball sweeps, and softball wins at Wellborn.
Prime Opportunity
Anniston, AL – Having excelled at soccer and track, Donoho’s Parks will ride equestrian eventing opportunity to college at Transylvania. By Joe Medley A track athlete
County’s Best
Anniston, AL – Donoho boys, girls come out on top in abbreviated Red Wilder tennis tournament. Oxford takes boys’, girls’ No. 1 singles Donoho’s boys
This Week’s Schedule in Calhoun County Sports
Calhoun County, AL – Prep sports events involving area teams for the week of Feb. 5-Feb. 10. Includes updated area basketball pairings. Coaches, to have your
All Calhoun County Tennis
Calhoun County, AL – Faith Christian’s Mitchell, Goode take top honors on East Alabama Sports Today’s 2023 boys’ All-Calhoun County tennis team 2023 Boys’ All-Calhoun County
Talons (Still) Out for Donoho
Anniston, AL – Donoho girls bring home another AHSAA ‘red map’ after dramatic jump in classification because of competitive-balance rule Donoho’s girls’ tennis team withstood
Talladega Commentary
Talladega, AL – Another Talladega race, a very Talladega finish, and yet another show to remind fans that drivers run out of gas, but ‘Dega drama
GEICO 500 in Talladega
Talladega, AL – The GEICO 500 starts at 2 p.m. at Talladega Super Speedway, with Denny Hamlin on the pole and Aric Almirola on the outside;
College Sports
Piedmont Cutting Loose
Piedmont, AL – With still more out there to accomplish, Piedmont’s successful senior softball class looks to enjoy the rest of the ride. By Joe Medley
Jacksonville State University NSD
Jacksonville, AL – Gamecocks announce eight signing-day signee, eight January transfers to go with early-signee class. Includes lists, bios and quotes from Jax State coach Rich
JSU Football Slate
Gamecocks’ 2024 football schedule. Home games in all capital letters. Times and television to be determined. Season tickets can be purchased at this link. Sat.,
Jacksonville Gamecocks Taking a Cue?
Lynchburg, VA – Jax State’s football team defied expectations in its first CUSA season, and the Gamecocks men’s basketball team is 2-0 in CUSA play
Jacksonville State University Signs 13
Jacksonville, AL – Fresh off of New Orleans Bowl victory, Gamecocks add 10 high school players, three transfers in early signing period. By Joe Medley Jacksonville
Jacksonville State University is Bowled Out After Win
New Orleans, NO – Jax State overcomes giving up three defensive touchdowns to add first FBS bowl victory to first FBS bowl berth in historic first
Jacksonville State University Feel-good Story
Jacksonville, AL – All share in the accomplishment of Jax State reaching a bowl in its first FBS season, but the best feels belong with players
Jacksonville State to Make Historic FBS Bowl Debut in New Orleans Bowl
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville State Gamecocks are set to make history as they gear up for their first-ever bowl game in the Football Bowl Championship
Jacksonville Gamecocks Still Make History Despite Loss
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State falls to New Mexico State on game-ending field goal, but outcomes from other games leave bowl spots available for transitioning Gamecocks.
Rodriguez’s Resurgence in Jacksonville Sparks Coaching Market Buzz and NCAA Controversy
Jacksonville, AL – With Rich Rodriguez’s stock once again rising on the coaching market, he hints at a key to his continued happiness at Jax State.
