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Football
Easley Resigns as Munford Head Football Coach, Will Stay On to Lead Lions’ Basketball Through Season
Easley resigns as Munford’s head football coach, will finish out the season as Lions’ head boys’ basketball coach. By Joe Medley Munford and Michael Easley
After ACL Setback and Self-Doubt, Piedmont’s Rollie Pinto Fights Back — and Now Eyes Early Playing Time at Jacksonville State
Piedmont standout fought back from knee injury after considering giving up football, could see early playing time at Jax State. Cover photo: Piedmont’s Rollie Pinto
Too Much Crowell, Too Much Jackson: Anniston Falls in First State Final Since 1994
Too much Crowell and too much Jackson as Anniston falls in first state-final appearance since 1994. Anniston’s Dariontae Brooks Jr. is consoled following the Bulldogs’
From Seventh-Grade Prayer to Jax State QB: JCA’s Noah Lee Signs with the Gamecocks
JCA’s Lee prayed for size as a seventh-grader. Six years and one foot later, the Jax State signee eyes the next chapter as a Jax
Oxford Stars Sign Division I: Alexander, Taylor, Wynn & Britt Celebrate Emotional Milestones
Oxford standouts Alexander, Taylor, Wynn and Britt celebrate their signings in emotional ceremony. By Joe Medley OXFORD — All four Oxford signees Wednesday had a
Pope & Judkins Deliver Heroics as Anniston Rallies Past Plainview 32–29 to Reach First Super 7 Since 1994
Pope, Judkins come through with big plays as Anniston rallies to beat Plainview 32-29, reach Super 7 for the first time since 1994. By Joe
Undefeated Anniston Extends Dominant Run with 49–8 Playoff Victory Over Fultondale
Undefeated Anniston’s dominant form carries into first-round playoff victory over Fultondale. Thursday playoff scores AHSAA Class 6A Parker 42, Oxford 21, FINAL AHSAA Class 4A
McNeal, Defense Lead Jacksonville to Stunning Overtime Upset of Ramsay at Legion Field
McNeal, defense step up as Jacksonville stuns Ramsay in overtime at Legion Field. Central-Clay, Westbrook Christian advance. Thursday playoff scores AHSAA Class 6A Parker 42,
Area Teams Shine in First Round of AHSAA Playoffs
Scores from high school football playoff games involving area teams and statewide, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Area scoreboard AHSAA Class 6A
Salster Shines with Six Touchdowns as Pleasant Valley Earns Historic First Playoff Win
Salster accounts for six touchdowns, and Pleasant Valley captures first-ever playoff victory, grows school-record total to 10 victories. By Joe Medley PLEASANT VALLEY — Pleasant
Volleyball
Ohatchee Hitter Alanah Fitch Signs with Gadsden State After Elite Eight Run
After moving to hitter and leading Ohatchee back to the Elite Eight this past season, Fitch signs with Gadsden State Community College. OHATCHEE — Alanah
Pleasant Valley Rallies to Capture Third Straight Class 2A State Championship
Birmingham, AL – Pleasant Valley rallies after falling in first set, sweeps next three to take third consecutive Class 2A state title. By Joe Medley
Area Teams Shine at 2025 State Volleyball Tournaments
Pairings for matches involving area teams at the 2025 state volleyball tournaments. Link for completed brackets provided. State volleyball pairings CLASS 2A Oct. 29 Birmingham
Pleasant Valley Aims for Third Straight State Title; Cherokee County Advances to 4A Finals
Pleasant Valley reaches the Class 2A final for the fourth year in a row, seeks third consecutive state title. Cherokee County reaches 4A final, and
Day 2 of AHSAA North & South Volleyball Regionals Underway
The second day of the AHSAA North and South regionals is underway at Hoover and Mongtomery. Click link and refresh often for most up-to-date scores.
Calhoun County Area Teams Gear Up for Busy Week of High School Sports: Oct. 20–25
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Oct. 20-25. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football THURSDAY, Oct. 23
Fitch Hits 1,000 Career Kills as Ohatchee Claims Area Title; Taylor, Soriano Earn MVP Honors for Donoho and Jacksonville
Fitch surpasses career milestone as Ohatchee takes area title. Taylor turns in MVP performance as Donoho wins area. MVP Soriano leads way as Jacksonville takes
Oxford, Pleasant Valley, Cherokee County, and Spring Garden Capture Area Volleyball Championships
Pleasant Valley sweeps to area title. Cherokee County, Spring Garden win areas, and Alexandria, Faith Christian clinch regional berths. PLEASANT VALLEY — Pleasant Valley
Pleasant Valley Captures Glencoe Invitational; Schwabe, Soriano & Pahman Reach Career Milestones
Pleasant Valley wins Glencoe Invitational as Schwabe surpasses career milestone, and Glencoe runner up. Jacksonville takes silver bracket as Soriano surpasses career milestone. Pahman celebrates
Area Volleyball Tournament Pairings Announced
Pairings for area volleyball tournaments involving coverage-area schools. Tournaments start Tuesday at host-school sites. Area volleyball pairings CLASS 1A, AREA 8 Oct. 16 At Fayetteville
Track/Cross Country
Local Teams Gear Up for Playoff Battles and Winter Sports Action | Nov. 3–8 Highlights
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Nov. 3-8. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football playoffs Editor’s note:
Mathis and Sloughfy Lead Jacksonville; Oxford, Alexandria Claim County Cross Country Titles
Mathis, Sloughfy give Jacksonville first-place finishes. Oxford’s boys, Alexandria’s girls team champions. By Joe Medley MCCLELLAN — Rua Mathis and Rachel Sloughfy gave Jacksonville a
Calhoun County Area Teams Gear Up for Busy Week of High School Sports: Oct. 20–25
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Oct. 20-25. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football THURSDAY, Oct. 23
High School Sports Schedule: Sept. 29 – Oct. 4
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Sept. 29-Oct. 4. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football THURSDAY, Oct.
Weekly High School Sports Schedule: Sept. 22–27
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Sept. 22-27. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football THURSDAY, Sept. 25
Area Teams Gear Up for Packed Week of Sports, Sept. 15–20
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Sept. 15-20. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football THURSDAY, Sept. 18
High School Sports Schedule for Calhoun CountyArea Teams: Sept. 1–6
High school sports events for area teams for the week of Sept.1-6. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football THURSDAY, Feb. 4 Coosa Christian
Freshman Sloughy Wins Yellow Jacket Invitational; Oxford Boys Take Team Title
Jacksonville’s Sloughy, just a freshman, wins Oxford’s Yellow Jacket Invitational. Oxford’s boys take top team spot, White Plains third. By Joe Medley OXFORD — Much
Calhoun County Area High School Sports Schedule: Week of Aug. 25–30
High school sports events for area teams for the week of Aug.25-30. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football THURSDAY, Aug. 28 Hokes Bluff
New Head Coaches Step Up in Calhoun County Schools
Beegle approved to take over Ohatchee boys’ basketball program. Also, Feazell will fill Weaver softball opening. New head coaches in Calhoun County system Varsity head
Basketball
Area High School Teams Set for Busy Week of Winter Sports, Dec. 8–13
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Dec. 8-13. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Basketball MONDAY, Dec. 8
High-Scoring Performances Highlight Area Basketball Action
Crawford leads Donoho’s boys past Spring Garden. Glencoe’s Smith, Piemdont’s Pinto, Heflin’s Ware light it up from the arc. Barnwell, Salster power PV. Montgomery powers
Carter and Ware Shine as Oxford Girls, Cleburne County Boys Earn Showcase Wins
Carter leads Oxford girls to victory in Bobby Swofford Showcase. Ware shoots Cleburne County boys to victory. HEFLIN — Savannah Carter led the way
Alexander Hits 2,000 Career Points as Oxford, Jacksonville, PV, and Piedmont Notch Big Wins
One night after making his college signing, Oxford’s Alexander crosses major career scoring milestone. Kelly, Scoggins heat up for Jacksonville’s boys, and Piedmont opens with
Alexander, Wheeler & Kelley Shine: Area Teams Stack Wins; Ranburne Beats Buzzer, Jacksonville Girls Improve to 5–1
Alexander leads Oxford boys past Hoover. Wheeler shoots Alexandria boys to win in OT. Kelley powers Jacksonville boys, and Ware clutch for Cleburne County. PV
Pleasant Valley Opens Herbert Era With Win; Lee, Hudson Lead JCA; White Plains Improves to 5-1; Donoho Takes OT Thriller; Weaver, JCA Girls Roll
Pleasant Valley wins in Herbert’s debut as Raiders’ head coach. Lee, Hudson power JCA. White Plains boys up to 5-1. Donoho wins in OT. Marks,
Local Teams Gear Up for Playoff Battles and Winter Sports Action | Nov. 3–8 Highlights
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Nov. 3-8. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football playoffs Editor’s note:
Cory Hughes Returns to the Sidelines at Donoho
Anniston, AL – After year away from coaching for ministerial internship, former Faith Christian coach to take over Donoho’s boys’ basketball program. By Joe Medley
Jacksonville Christian’s Jesse Gannaway Earns Dual-Sport Opportunity at Sterling College
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville Christian’s Gannaway parlays multi-sport success into chance to play football, basketball for Sterling College. By Joe Medley Jesse Gannaway’s high school
Lewis to Bevill
Oxford, AL – Oxford basketball standout stays loyal, makes it official with signing to play for Bevill State Community College. By Joe Medley There’s a word
All-County Hoops
Calhoun County, AL – Saks’ Angel, Piedmont’s Morrow take top awards on East Alabama Sports Today’s girls’ Class 1A-3A All-Callhoun County basketball team. Saks’ Sania Angel
ASWA All-State Basketball
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 Aaliyah Blanchard, Hoover,
Driving Home
Pleasent Valley, AL – After three years of commuting to B.B. Comer, Herbert will get to coach in Calhoun County again, as Pleasant Valley’s boys’ head
‘Born to Score’
Jacksonville, AL – Barksdale comes up biggest late to spark Gadsden City comeback, and Titans down Oxford 54-52 to clinch Final Four berth. By Joe Medley
Jackets Required
Jacksonville, AL – Glencoe prevails in fourth showdown with area rival Piedmont this season, earns first Final Four berth in boys’ basketball since 2000. By Joe
‘Chill Out’
JACKSONVILLE , AL – Spring Garden’s top-ranked girls allay coach’s nerves, solve second-ranked Ider in NE Regional final to punch ticket back to Birmingham. By
End of the Line for Piedmont Girls
Jacksonville, AL – Season that saw Piedmont’s girls reach the Northeast Regional final for the first time in 17 years ends in offensive struggles against Sylvania.
Confident Oxford
Jacksonville, AL – Yellow Jackets come out firing against Mountain Brook, stand one victory away from first modern-era Final Four berth. By Joe Medley Confidence and
Gadsden Back Home
Jacksonville, AL – Barksdale’s 18 points leads the way as Graves’ Titans advance in Northeast Regional, earn shot at Oxford for the regional title. By Joe
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Feb. 17-Feb. 22. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Northeast
Wrestling
Alexandria Boys & Girls Sweep Wellborn; Cleburne County Stays Perfect at 10-0
Alexandria boys, girls post match victories over Wellborn in Wednesday’s in-school match. Coaches: Please report results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com as soon as possible after matches. ALEXANDRIA
Area High School Teams Set for Busy Week of Winter Sports, Dec. 8–13
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Dec. 8-13. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Basketball MONDAY, Dec. 8
Weaver Boys Take Second at Lamar Wade Memorial; Weaver Girls Win Lady Panther Brawl
Weaver boys take second at Lamar Wade Memorial tourney, and Weaver’s girls win Lady Panther Brawl. Coaches: Please report results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com as soon as
Weaver Boys & Girls Dominate Trimatch at Wellborn
Weaver boys, girls sweep trimatch with Wellborn, Oxford. Coaches: Please report results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com as soon as possible after matches. Cover photo: Weaver’s Baleigh Brown
New Head Coaches Step Up in Calhoun County Schools
Beegle approved to take over Ohatchee boys’ basketball program. Also, Feazell will fill Weaver softball opening. New head coaches in Calhoun County system Varsity head
Weaver Moves
Weaver, AL – Knight, former Weaver assistant, returns to coach girls’ wrestling. Brannon steps up to the plate to coach baseball. Kolby Brannon (left) and
Calhoun County Meet the New Coaches
Brown to lead Weaver boys’ wrestling, Welch to lead Ohatchee baseball and Mize to lead Jacksonville soccer among a spate of hirings. Wellborn’s Vinson retiring.
Weaver’s Fulmer on the Move to Cleburne County
Fulmer, the Weaver grad and coach who reclaimed Gene Taylor-ere glory for the Bearcats’ wrestling program, to coach as an assistant a multisport Cleburne County.
Jolliff’s Path
Weaver, AL – Weaver senior, state-champion wrestler headed to U.S. Marine Corps, University of Montevallo on academic scholarship with chance to earn wrestling scholarship. By Joe
All-Calhoun County Wrestling
Calhoun County, AL – Weaver’s Johannson, Jolliff take top-wrestler honors. Weaver’s Brown, White Plains’ Manning coaches of year. Editor’s note: All-Calhoun County wrestlers determined by championship
Baseball
Oxford’s Monsters Drop Game 1 in Extras After Costly Errors and Late Rally Falls Short
Monsters fall behind on errors, slow-starting offense, fall to Crackers in 10 innings in Game 1 of Sunbelt semifinal series. By Joe Medley OXFORD —
Peyton Watts Powers Oxford’s Monsters to Doubleheader Sweep
Former Oxford star continues strong play for the second half of Monsters’ season as they sweep a doubleheader from Gainesville. By Joe Medley OXFORD —
Former Oxford Standout Sam Robertson Drafted by Mets; Two JSU Pitchers Selected; Shed Long Named AAPB All-Star
Oxford, AL – Former Oxford standout, key figure on 2023 state-championship team, selected by the New York Mets; two Gamecocks picked; Jacksonville grad Long an
Monster Start in Oxford
Rain cools Choccolocco Monsters with a 3-1 leads Friday, but Brooks’ power, strong pitching and defense have helped to key 11-2 start. By Joe
New Head Coaches Step Up in Calhoun County Schools
Beegle approved to take over Ohatchee boys’ basketball program. Also, Feazell will fill Weaver softball opening. New head coaches in Calhoun County system Varsity head
Oxford’s Monsters Mash
Oxford, AL – With Kirk, Watts, Brooks and Brunner helping out, shorthanded Choccolocco Monsters open Sunbelt League season by splitting doubleheader with Alpharetta. By Joe Medley
Weaver Moves
Weaver, AL – Knight, former Weaver assistant, returns to coach girls’ wrestling. Brannon steps up to the plate to coach baseball. Kolby Brannon (left) and
Alexandria’s Bray Goode, Jacksonville’s Jamison Edwards Headline 2025 All-Calhoun County Baseball Honors; Oxford Dominates Selections
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria’s Goode, Jacksonville’s Edwards take top awards in on East Alabama Sports Today’s Class 4A-6A All-Calhoun County team. County champion Oxford leads
Bozeman Signs
Hope Christian’s Eli Bozeman will carry on his baseball journey to college, having signed to play for Gadsden State. By Joe Medley OXFORD — Hope
Calhoun County Meet the New Coaches
Brown to lead Weaver boys’ wrestling, Welch to lead Ohatchee baseball and Mize to lead Jacksonville soccer among a spate of hirings. Wellborn’s Vinson retiring.
Softball
New Head Coaches Step Up in Calhoun County Schools
Beegle approved to take over Ohatchee boys’ basketball program. Also, Feazell will fill Weaver softball opening. New head coaches in Calhoun County system Varsity head
ASWA All-State Softball
Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Sports Writers Association All-State softball teams and honorable mentions. Miss Baseball and the Super All-State teams to be named June 8
All-County Softball
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria’s Slaton, Hess take top honors on the East Alabama Sports Today Class 4A-6A All-Calhoun County softball team. 2024 Class 4A-6A All-Calhoun
Calhoun County Meet the New Coaches
Brown to lead Weaver boys’ wrestling, Welch to lead Ohatchee baseball and Mize to lead Jacksonville soccer among a spate of hirings. Wellborn’s Vinson retiring.
Slaton Shines as Alexandria Falls; Spring Garden Stops Woodland, Falls to Kinston
Slaton stands out to the last, but fourth-ranked Alexandria’s run against ranked teams ends with 3-2 loss in state tournament. Spring Garden eliminates Woodland, falls
State Softball
Alexandria, Spring Garden and Woodland all survive their first day of state-tournament action, must fight out of the elimination bracket Thursday. Thursday’s state tourney scoreboard
This Week’s Schedule
High school sports events for area teams for the week of May 12-17. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. State softball pairings May 12-16,
Regional Softball
Spring Garden adds East Regional title, and Woodland advances to state. Oxford, Jacksonville Christian fall on final day of regional. Softball regionals EAST REGIONAL At
Jacksonville High School Signings
Jacksonville, AL – Lights and scenes from Friday’s ceremony to celebrate the signings of three Jacksonville High School seniors. Videos by Joe Medley Photos by
Regional Softball
Albertville, AL – Alexandria chews on magic gum and a state-tournament berth after dramatic victory over West Limestone. Oxford, Spring Garden and Jacksonville Christian get
Golf
Wigington Finds His Stroke, Catches Fire to Claim Seventh Calhoun County Match Play Title
Calhoun County, AL – Wigington figures out his putting, catches fire to win seventh Calhoun County Match Play Championship title. 2025 Calhoun County Golf Tour
LeCroy-Hughston Duo Sets Final-Round Record, Wins 46th Sunny King Charity Classic
The team of LeCroy-Hughston matches the final-round scoring record at 15 under par, pulls away for four-stroke victory in 46th Sunny King Charity Classic. By
Wood, Chandler, and Brooks-Clay Teams Share Lead at Buddy Moore Charity Tournament
Wood-Wood, Chandler-Chandler and Brooks-Clay lead going into Sunday’s final round of 18th Buddy Moore Charity tournament. By Brandt Locklier ANNISTON — A father-son team of
Cole Takes One-Stroke Lead at Gadsden Invitational Heading Into Final Round of the Calhoun County Tour
With the Calhoun County Tour back at Gadsden Country Club, Cole making move in one of his favorite tournaments to lead the Gadsden Invitational by
Tanner Wells Claims First Calhoun County Tour Win at Oxford City Championship
Despite misadventures down the stretch, Wells goes wire to wire to win Oxford City Championship, bag his first Calhoun County Tour victory. By Joe Medley
Wells Leads Oxford City Championship with Blazing 7-Under 65
Wells shoots 7-under 65 to open Oxford City Championship, once again threatening to bag his first Calhoun County Golf Tour victory. By Joe Medley OXFORD
Bear Pokes Back
LeCroy answers friend Wells’ good-natured challenge with a tournament-low 67 in final round to win Trail Championship, bag third win of 2025 Calhoun County Tour.
Wigington’s Chip-In Magic on No. 12 Seals First Win of 2025 Calhoun County Tour
Wigington’s chip-in on No. 12 proves decisive in final-round battle with Calvert, and defending champion gets his first victory on ’25 Calhoun County Tour. By
Wigington Takes Lead at Etowah County Open with 5-Under 66
Seeking his first victory on the 2025 Calhoun County Golf Tour, reigning Tour champion Wigington appears right on schedule with 5-under 66 to lead at
Tee Times Set for Saturday’s First Round of the Etowah Open
Etowah County, AL – Tee times for Saturday’s first round of the Etowah Open, the fifth points even of the 2025 Calhoun County Golf Tour.
Soccer
Calhoun County Soccer
Calhoun County, AL – The 2025 East Alabama Sports Today All-Calhoun County soccer teams for boys and girls. 2025 Girls’ All-Calhoun County Soccer Team Player
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of May 5-10. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Softball
Soccer Playoffs
Wallace goes hat trick plus one as top-ranked Donoho girls down Glencoe, advance to Class 1A-3A semifinals. THURSDAY SCOREBOARD Girls Donoho 5, Glencoe 1 Boys
Calhoun County Soccer Playoffs
Weaver, AL – Weaver boys make program history by advancing to Elite Eight. White Plains boys advance with victory over Hokes Bluff. Tuesday’s scoreboard TUESDAY, April
This week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of April 28-May 3. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Baseball
Soccer Playoffs
Anniston, AL – Wigley scores four goals, Melton and Wakefield two apiece as Donoho’s girls advance with 10-0 victory over St. Bernard Prep. Monday scoreboard Donoho
Spring Roundup
Oxford, AL – Oxford boys down Pinson Valley for first playoff victory in soccer since 2018. Donoho’s girls in fourth at state tennis. Pleasant Valley,
Calhoun County Spring Roundup
Arnold, Fritts pitch White Plains to two victories. Alexandria wins, ties at Hoover. JCA sweeps Gaylesville. Jacksonville, Pleasant Valley and Spring Garden split. Munford and
Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Weaver’s Coleman slams two home runs, amasses nine RBIs. Alexandria’s Carr perfect in five innings. Also, softball wins for Pleasant Valley, White Plains, Ohatchee, Oxford,
Spring Roundup
Temple, GA – Donoho’s girls down Temple (Ga.) to reach 18–0, ranked sixth across all classifications, according to Alabama coaches. Ohatchee softball ups to 23-10.
Other Sports
Oxford’s McEwen, Donoho’s Kitchen Named 2025 Calhoun County Tennis Players of the Year
Oxford’s McEwen, Donoho’s Kitchen East Alabama Sports Today’s king, queen of the courts for Calhoun County tennis. Red Wilder winners Court winners for the Red
Jacksonville High School Signings
Jacksonville, AL – Lights and scenes from Friday’s ceremony to celebrate the signings of three Jacksonville High School seniors. Videos by Joe Medley Photos by
This week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of April 28-May 3. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Baseball
Spring Playoffs
Boaz, AL – Jacksonville’s girls shut out Boaz, eye second-round match with Boaz. Donoho’s girls finish fourth at state tennis, and Wakefield now has chance
Spring Roundup
Oxford, AL – Oxford boys down Pinson Valley for first playoff victory in soccer since 2018. Donoho’s girls in fourth at state tennis. Pleasant Valley,
Tennis Sectionals
Hoover, AL – Donoho girls take second at Class 4A-5A Section 5 tournament, punch ticket to Mobile and yet another state-tournament appearance. Oxford duo to state.
Tennis Sectionals
Donoho girls take second at Class 4A-5A Section 5 tournament, punch ticket to Mobile and yet another state-tournament appearance. Team scores 1. Briarwood Christian 70
Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s boys, girls dominate Red Wilder tennis. Oxford’s Whaley, Alexandria come out on top in Oxford Invitational golf. Wins for Ohatchee, Saks
All-County Flag Football
Calhoun County, AL – Anniston’s Young, Harris and Oxford’s Carter, Webb take top awards as coaches select first All-Calhoun County flag football team. 2024 All-Calhoun County
’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
College Sports
Jax State, Troy to Renew Historic Rivalry in Salute to Veterans Bowl
JACKSONVILLE — Jacksonville State fans have wanted to see the Gamecocks and historical rival Troy play again, and they’ll get the chance. Conference USA runner
Heartbreak at AmFirst Field: Jax State’s Rally Falls Short as Kennesaw State Steals CUSA Title Hopes
On a night when a kicker making a very non-kicker-like play could’ve carried the day, Kennesaw State had too much time and one too many
From Seventh-Grade Prayer to Jax State QB: JCA’s Noah Lee Signs with the Gamecocks
JCA’s Lee prayed for size as a seventh-grader. Six years and one foot later, the Jax State signee eyes the next chapter as a Jax
Jax State Signs 25 in Early Class as Kelly Prioritizes High School Talent
JACKSONVILLE — Jax State signed added 25 high school signees in the early signing period for football Wednesday, including 17 three-star prospects. The three-star list
Coaches Preview Conference USA Championship Matchup Between Jacksonville State and Kennesaw State
Jacksonville, AL – With the Conference USA Championship approaching, Jacksonville State Head Coach Rich Rodriguez and Kennesaw State Head Coach Brian “Coach Mac” Bohannon shared insights
JSU Clinches Second Straight Home CUSA Championship Behind Creel and Rippa
Creel’s big performance, Rippa’s game-winning field goal earn Jax State right to host CUSA Championship for the second year in a row. By Joe Medley
2025-26 Jax State Basketball Schedules Announced
2025-26 schedules for Jacksonville State University’s men’s and women’s basketball teams. Home games in all-capital letters. Jax State men (1-0) Nov. 3: OAKWOOD, W, 117-63
Johnson Ignites Jax State Comeback in 24-21 Win Over MTSU
Middle Tennessee – Johnson breaks loose with big game after not starting, and Gamecocks find a passing game while coming back to beat Middle Tennessee
Rippa’s 52-Yard Walk-Off Field Goal Lifts Jax State Over Sam Houston State, Keeps Gamecocks Perfect in CUSA Play
Rippa delivers a walk-off field goal, and Jax State holds off winless Sam Houston State to go to 2-0 in CUSA play. HOUSTON — Garrison
Creel Shines with 270 Yards in Breakout Game, but Turnovers Doom Gamecocks at Southern Miss
Creel accounts for 270 yards total offense in most action as a Gamecocks, but turnovers costly in loss at Southern Miss. HATTIESBURG, Miss. —