Alexandria keeps Ginn’s emotions flowing with big performances, key turnovers in key moments and a signature victory over Moody
This week’s schedule
THURSDAY, Sept. 3.
Ranburne 40, Central-Coosa 16
At Pleasant Valley
Handley 60, Weaver 0
FRIDAY, Sept. 4
Alexandra 35, Moody 28, FINAL
Central-Clay 36, Anniston 12, FINAL
Cherokee County 49, Hayden 27, FINAL
Cleburne County 42, White Plains 6, FINAL
Donoho 47, Ellwood Christian 22, FINAL
Glencoe 42, Susan Moore 13, FINAL
Etowah 34, Hokes Bluff 21, FINAL
Jacksonville 16, Lincoln 13, FINAL
Jacksonville Christian 54, Tabernacle Christian 14, FINAL
Childersburg 28, Munford 10, FINAL
Piedmont 52, Ohatchee 6, FINAL
Oxford 28, St. Clair County 21, FINAL
Pleasant Valley 34, Vincent 14, FINAL
Dadeville 34, Randolph County 6, FINAL
Wellborn 47, Saks 0, FINAL
Spring Garden 30, Appalachian 14, FINAL
Talladega 49, Ashville 0, FINAL
Wadley 28, Notasulga 0, FINAL (injuries)
Westbrook Christian 35, Mars Hill Bible 14, FINAL
Woodland 66, Lafayette 6, FINAL
Open: Hope Christian, Southside.
By Joe Medley
ALEXANDRIA — Todd Ginn pumped his fist to Alexandria’s packed home cheering section Friday.
After handshakes and interviews, the coach whose last name signals hallowed Valley Cub history channeled former Dallas Cowboys coach Jimmy Johnson while approaching the team huddle.
“HOW ‘BOUT THM CUBS!’” he yelled, as the huddle surrounded him with raised helmets.
From his mid-July foretelling of his team’s rise as a state-title contender, to his emotional outpouring about his team at Calhoun County Quarterback Club Media Day, Ginn’s emotional displays are clocking a special season in The Valley.
Their 35-28 victory over reigning 5A state champion Moody on Friday signalled Signature Win O’Clock.
J.J. Beason rushed for 175 yards and two touchdowns, M.J. Morris came up with a crucial interception just before halftime, and Eli Kirby’s fourth-quarter fumble recovery stopped a would-be tying drive as Alexandria improved to 2-0 overall, 1-0 in Class 4A, Region 6.
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