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Football
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Nov. 25-30. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football
Playoff Scoreboard
Calhoun County, AL – Friday’s statewide playoff scores, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association, plus next-round playoff pairings. Friday’s scores CLASS 7A SEMIFINALS
Mims-to-Taylor
Oxford, AL – Oxford’s dynamic quarterback-receiver duo connects for four touchdowns, and the Yellow Jackets hold off Fort Payne to reach 6A semifinals. Quarterfinal scores FRIDAY,
Piedmont to Semis
Piedmont, AL – Piedmont comes up with two key stops, including two-point conversion try in overtime, edges Fyffe to reach Class 3A semifinals. Quarterfinal scores FRIDAY,
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Nov. 18-23. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football quarterfinals
Prep Roundup
Calhoun County, AL – Anniston continues late-season surge, and Piedmont avenges itself to advance. Alexandria rallies, falls to Brooks. Second-round scores CLASS 6A Oxford 34, Hartselle
Scoreboard, Pairings
Alabama – Statewide second-round playoff scores and quarterfinal pairings, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Friday’s playoff scores CLASS 7A Central-Phenix City 41,
Oxford Counter Punchers
Oxford, AL – Oxford once again takes a punch, counters with 34 unanswered points to roll past Hartselle in the second round of the playoffs. Fort
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Nov. 11-16. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football playoff
Playoff Scoreboard
Alabama – First-round scores, second-round matchups for area teams plus statewide playoff scores, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Area scoreboard THURSDAY, Nov. 7
Volleyball
Weaver Wild Card
Weaver, AL – Honored that Southern Union assistant coach fought for her, Weaver’s Hatten-Rivera signs to play volleyball for the Bison. By Joe Medley Jadey
Valley Tally
Alexandria, AL – For the second year in a row, Alexandria athletes cover the Larry R. Ginn Gymnasium floor with mass signing ceremony. (Includes photo gallery,
All-Calhoun County Volleyball
Calhoun County, AL – Ohatchee’s Hughes, Pleasant Valley’s Henry, Alexandria’s Spradley and Welch take top awards on East Alabama Sports Today’s 2024 Class 1A-3A and
Full Deck
Birmingham, AL – Spring Garden went without its Ace for a time this season and played a stronger hand for another state volleyball title. By
‘Relief’
Birmingham, AL – Led by MVP Ace Austin, Spring Garden adds third state volleyball title, second in a row, will soon start working toward 10th in
‘Brand New’
Birmingham, AL – Ohatchee falls to powerful Mobile Christian in 3A title match but soaks in the experience of the Indians’ first-ever appearance in a state
State Volleyball
Birmingham, AL – Ohatchee wins five-set thriller over St. Luke’s to earn first state-final berth. Spring Garden sweeps through to finals, chance to defend its
‘Night and Day’
Birmingham, AL – A season that started slow ends with county and regional titles, state runner-up finish for Alexandria. By Joe Medley Alexandria has played in
Another Ring
Birmingham, AL – Pleasant Valley bags second consecutive state title, gives first-year coach a ring to add to her collection as a player, coach. By
‘You’re Next’
Birmingham, AL – Spradley has big day at the net as Alexandria sweeps way to Class 4A final, gives her a chance to match older
Track/Cross Country
Valley Tally
Alexandria, AL – For the second year in a row, Alexandria athletes cover the Larry R. Ginn Gymnasium floor with mass signing ceremony. (Includes photo gallery,
Conn-grats!
Oakville, AL – White Plains’ Conn wins third consecutive state Class 4A cross country title, her 10th overall individual state title in XC and track.
For the Thumbs
White Plains, AL – With eight state-championship rings to her credit in cross country and track, White Plains’ Conn goes to Saturday’s state XC meet looking
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Oct. 28-Nov. 2. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected].
Calhoun County XC
Oxford’s boys edge White Plains, and White Plains’ girls edge Jacksonville for team titles. White Plains’ Conn sets course record in third individual title, and
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Oct. 21-Oct. 26. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Oct. 7-Oct. 12. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football
Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Sept 30-Oct. 5. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected].
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Sept 23-28. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football FRIDAY,
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Sept 16-21. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football FRIDAY,
Basketball
Prep Basketball
Calhoun County, AL – Perry, Alexander lead Oxford boys to victory over Woodlawn. Allen leads way as Weaver overcomes big game by Lincoln’s Kelley. Cleburne County
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Nov. 25-30. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football
Prep Basketball
Calhoun County, AL – Roberson leads way, and Collins reaches milestone as Ohatchee boys top Ragland. Cleburne County boys, Ohatchee and White Plains girls victorious.
‘I Love It’
Ohatchee, AL – After a night of obsessing about the ‘checklist,’ Hutchison victorious in his debut as Ohatchee’s boys’ basketball coach. Ohatchee girls also down Munford.
Prep Basketball
Spring Garden, AL – Spring Garden’s Austin turns in monster performance while crossing 3,000 career points. Jacksonville girls improve to 5-1. JCA boys and girls victorious.
Prep Roundup
Phenix City, AL – Weaver’s girls’ wrestling team sweeps duals with Central-Phenix City, Carrollton. Jacksonville, White Plains, Munford and JCA victorious in girls’ basketball. Jacksonville, Saks
Prep Basketball
Oxford, AL – Perry leads the way as Oxford boys roll past B.B. Comer, reach 4-0. Marcus Perry scored a game-high points, and Oxford’s boys
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Nov. 18-23. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football quarterfinals
Prep Basketball
Weaver, AL – Benjamin leads balanced effort as Weaver boys top White Plains. Saks girls score victory over Hokes Bluff. Phoxton Benjamin led four Weaver
Ace Austin Signing
Spring Garden, AL – A year after she committed to play her college basketball career at Alabama, Spring Garden star makes major college destination official, sees
Prep Basketball in Calhoun County
Oxford, AL – Lewis, Perry lead Oxford boys to 89-60 victory over Glencoe, and Montgomery leads Glencoe’s girls past Oxford. Weaver boys fall in opener.
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Nov. 11-16. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football playoff
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Oct. 28-Nov. 2. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football
Proven Winner Taking Over for Calhoun County’s Ohatchee
Ohatchee, AL – Hutchison will bring experiences as part of five state-championship teams to new job as Ohatchee’s head boys’ basketball coach. By Joe Medley
NFHS Awards Shine on Oxford and Anniston
Calhoun County, AL – Former Oxford coach Brooks, Anniston’s Howard-Holland and Spring Garden’s Austin receive awards for 2022-23 school year. Former Oxford High baseball
All-Star week
Montogmery, AL – White Plains’ Conn takes third overall to help North girls to victory in cross country. Austin, Barksdale contribute as North sweeps in
Making their Mark in Oxford
Oxford, AL – Tyree part of Monsters’ best pitching performance this season, and Kirk contributes with single and two steals in victory over Brookhaven. By Joe
Calhoun County All-State Baseball
Calhoun County, AL – The 2024 Alabama Sports Writers Association all-state baseball team. Local writers gather nominees from coaches, and writers from around the state voted
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 [email protected]. 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
Wrestling
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Nov. 25-30. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football
Prep Roundup
Phenix City, AL – Weaver’s girls’ wrestling team sweeps duals with Central-Phenix City, Carrollton. Jacksonville, White Plains, Munford and JCA victorious in girls’ basketball. Jacksonville, Saks
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Nov. 18-23. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football quarterfinals
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Nov. 11-16. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football playoff
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 [email protected]. 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
Baseball
Valley Tally
Alexandria, AL – For the second year in a row, Alexandria athletes cover the Larry R. Ginn Gymnasium floor with mass signing ceremony. (Includes photo gallery,
Oxford’s Coach of the Year
Oxford, AL – After guiding the Choccolocco Monsters to a Sunbelt League championship, league honors Clayton with top coaching award. By Joe Medley The calendar will
Oxford Monsters Are ‘Pretty cool’
Oxford, AL – Down a quarter of key players, the Choccolocco Monsters ride Allen’s and Minor’s arms, big offensive performances to run-rule victory in Sunbelt semifinal
NFHS Awards Shine on Oxford and Anniston
Calhoun County, AL – Former Oxford coach Brooks, Anniston’s Howard-Holland and Spring Garden’s Austin receive awards for 2022-23 school year. Former Oxford High baseball
Oxford Monster’s Hanging Tough
Atlanta, GA – Walker homers twice, and Campbell gets another solid start as the Choccolocco Monsters beat the Atlanta Blues on the road to stay tied
All-Star week
Montogmery, AL – White Plains’ Conn takes third overall to help North girls to victory in cross country. Austin, Barksdale contribute as North sweeps in
Johnson Drafted from Oxford
Oxford, AL – Oxford senior shortstop and University of Alabama signee picked in the second round by the Marlins in Sunday’s MLB draft. By Joe Medley
Oxford On Top
Oxford, AL – Harrison’s double, another strong pitching outing key Choccolocco Monsters’ 5-1 victory over the Gainesville GolDiggers, propel Monsters to sole possession of first
Oxford’s Monstrous Win
Oxford, AL – Choccolocco Monsters overcome five-run deficit, walk it off against Gainesville GolDiggers to force tie atop Sunbelt League headed into Saturday’s rematch. By
New Memory for Oxford Native
Oxford, AL – Oxford native Campbell pitches gem as Choccolocco Monsters win second game of doubleheader with Waleska Wild Things. By Joe Medley Dawson Campbell is
Softball
End of an Era in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – Smith steps down as Piedmont softball coach, bringing end to highly successful family run with Bulldogs. Strott promoted. Editor’s note: East Alabama Sports
Calhoun County Represents in All-State Softball
Calhoun County, AL – The 2024 Alabama Sports Writers Association all-state softball team. Local writers gathered and submitted nominees from coaches, and a panel of
Slaton and Hess Take Top Honors for Calhoun County Softball
Alexandria, AL – Pitcher/slugger Slaton, veteran coach Hess take top honors after leading Alexandria within a game of 5A state finals. 2024 Class 4A-6A All-Calhoun County
Piedmont’s Mother-Daughter Duo Caps Off Season with Area Title and State Berth
Piedmont, AL – Last ride for Piedmont’s mother-daughter tandem nets another area title, county runner-up finish, fourth consecutive state berth and top 1A-3A county honors. 2024
Burgess Going Home
White Plains, AL – White Plains, seeking fourth softball coach in four years, turns to alum and former Jacksonville State player to lead program. By
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
Golf
Rollins rolls his way to victory in the Calhoun County Match Play Championship on The Hill
Calhoun County, AL – With 40- and 30-foot birdie putts, Rollins rolls his way to victory in the Calhoun County Match Play Championship on The
‘Pros vs. Joes’
Anniston, AL – Seeing themselves as underdogs, Burgess-McCullum keep challengers at bay, finish strong to win 45th Sunny King Charity Classic by three strokes. By
Soaker
Oxford, AL – Downpours had their say in second round of Sunny King Charity Classic, but Burgess/McCullum maintain one-stroke lead. LeCroy/Hughston, Bussey/Montenegro one stroke back,
Mercy!
Anniston, AL – Clay-Brooks shoot 12 under on final day, pull away win Buddy Moore Charity Golf Tournament in dominating fashion By Brant Locklier If
Buddy Moore Charity Tourney
Anniston, AL – Clay/Brooks scorch ‘The Hill’ with a 16-under-par round, lead by two strokes and look to threaten the tournament record. By Brant Locklier There is
Sunny King Tee Times
Calhoun County, AL – Tee times for the 45th Sunny King Charity Classic, set for Sept. 13-15 at Anniston Country Club, Cider Ridge and Silver Lakes:
’24 CCGT Stats
Calhoun County, AL – Final points and statistics for the 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour, through all nine points events. The County Match Play, the
’24 CCGT points
Calhoun County, AL – Final points for the 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour after the 88th Calhoun County Championship, which concluded Sunday at Anniston Municipal
Old Guard Prevails
Annsiton, AL – Wigington finishes 13 under, wins the 88th Calhoun County Championship and clinches fifth county player-of-the-year honor. By Joe Medley In a season
Sunny King Charity Classic Fills Up in Less Than Two Hours, 45 Teams on Waiting List
Calhoun County, AL – Area’s long-standing signature charity golf tournament filled up in less than two hours, has waiting list of teams hoping for a spot.
Soccer
Oxford’s Koontz and Vinson, Donoho’s Turley and Melton Take Top Honors for 2024 All-Calhoun County Soccer Teams
Calhoun County, AL – Oxford’s Koontz and Vinson, Donoho’s Turley and Melton take top honors for 2024 All-Calhoun County soccer teams. 2024 Girls’ All-Calhoun County Soccer
Anniston Soccer All-State
Anniston, AL – Led by Turley, Donoho’s girls, boys boast eight all-state selections. State coaches chose a total of 33 area players. Four area baseball,
‘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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected]. 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
Other Sports
’24 All-County Tennis
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s Kitchen, Alderman and Oxford’s McEwen take top honors in 2024 East Alabama Sports Today All-Calhoun County tennis team. Editor’s note: Reflects
AHSAA Names Oxford Principal Heath Harmon as New Executive Director
AHSAA announces hiring of Oxford principal Harmon as sixth executive director, replaces retiring Briggs. By Joe Medley Heath Harmon, current principal for Oxford High School,
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
College Sports
C(igar)USA
Jacksonville, AL – Jax State Huffs its way to victory over Sam Houston State, then puffs in victory while celebrating chance to play host to Conference
JSU In Command
Jacksonville, AL – Rodriguez didn’t panic at 0-3, and seventh consecutive victory pushes Jax State to the verge of a berth in the CUSA title game,
Jax State Baseball
Jacksonville, AL – Former Oxford standout Robertson highlights signing class of four, including three JUCO additions. Former Oxford standout Sam Robertson highlights a class
Miracle Finish
Jacksonville, AL – Huff’s Hail Mary pass to Vaughn forces overtime, and Jax State beats Louisiana Tech for sixth consecutive victory, bowl eligibility. Jax State
JSU Coach Rich Rodriguez Reflects on Season Progression, Key Player Developments in Press Conference
Jacksonville, AL – In a recent press conference, Jacksonville State University (JSU) football head coach Rich Rodriguez shared insights on his team’s improvement, upcoming
Jax State Hoops Slate
Jacksonville, AL – Schedules/results for 2024-25 Jax State men’s and women’s basketball teams, with TV information. Home games in all capital letters. All times Central. Men’s
Tre-riffic Jacksonville State
Lynchburg, VA – Stewart makes it back-to-back 200-yard games, and Jax State goes on the road to down CUSA favorite Liberty for fifth consecutive win.
Jacksonville State’s Offensive Line Shines as Gamecocks Prepare for Liberty Showdown
Jacksonville, AL – Head Coach Rich Rodriguez shared his thoughts on Jacksonville State’s recent performance in a press conference, commending the Gamecocks’ offensive line for
Jax State’s Dynamic Duo: Huff and Stewart Power Gamecocks to Fourth Straight Win, Set Stage for CUSA Clash with Liberty
Jacksonville, AL – Huff, Stewart revive memories of Jenkins, Pope while leading Jacksonville State to fourth consecutive victory ahead of CUSA showdown with Liberty. Instant
Area Volleyball
Calhoun County, AL – Ohatchee goes on road, wins 3A, Area 12 tournament, and Glencoe finishes as runner up. Piedmont falls in five-set match. Jacksonville runner
