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Football
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
Oxford Breakthrough?
Oxford, AL – Spectacular one-handed plays by Taylor, Britt highlight Oxford’s comeback from 10-point deficit to beat Clay-Chalkville 21-10, clinch Class 6A, Region 6 title This
Calhoun County Prep Football
Calhoun County, AL – Pleasant Valley clinches first home playoff game of regions era. Piedmont fights off scare at Weaver. Cherokee County, Hokes Bluff, Anniston, Donoho,
This Week’s Scoreboard
Alabama – Scores for Friday’s area high school football games and statewide scores from Thursday’s and Friday’s action, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association.
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Oct. 14-Oct. 19. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football
Statewide High School Scoreboard
Alabama – Area and statewide high school football scores, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Area scoreboard FRIDAY, Oct. 11 Alexandria 48, Ashville 7,
Calhoun County Prep Football
Calhoun County, AL – Sparks stars as Pleasant Valley improves to 6-2. Alexandria extends winning streak to four games. Piedmont, Spring Garden remain unbeaten. Weaver wins
Finishing Power
Ohatchee, AL – Ohatchee’s defense comes up with big plays to help Tribe’s offense, and the Indians knock off previously unbeaten Wellborn in Class 3A, Region
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
‘Disaster’ Averted
Centre, AL – Cherokee County’s defense makes stand, gets key turnovers to turn away Anniston in Class 4A, Region 6 battle. This week’s area scoreboard THURSDAY,
Volleyball
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
Calhoun County Area Volleyball
Alexandria, AL – MVP Lea leads the way as Cherokee County wins Class 4A, Area 12 title. Runner-up Alexandria also clinches North Regional berth. Spring Garden
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
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Oct. 14-Oct. 19. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football
Prep Volleyball in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria, Jacksonville, Pell City mark senior night with victories. Weaver tops Coosa Christian. Faith Christian, Piedmont split trimatches. ALEXANDRIA — Fresh
Feed The ‘Dog’ – MVP Spradley’s big finish helps top seed Alexandria finish off straight-sets victory
Jacksonville, AL – MVP Spradley’s big finish helps top seed Alexandria finish off straight-sets victory over No. 2 Oxford to win Calhoun County volleyball title. SATURDAY,
Rubber Match
Alexandria, AL – Top seed Alexandria, No. 2 Oxford march through first day of Calhoun County tournament, will play their third match this season in
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
Prep Volleyball – Weaver tops Wellborn
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho clinches area hosting rights. White Plains, Pleasant Valley, Ohatchee, Pell City, Munford record victories. Weaver tops Wellborn in Monday match.
Prep Volleyball
Anniston, AL – Oxford sweeps trimatch with Jacksonville, Donoho, and Donoho splits. White Plains scores area victory over Hokes Bluff. PV’s Henry, Schwabe reach career milestones.
Track/Cross Country
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,
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Sept 9-14. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football FRIDAY,
Prep Roundup
Calhoun County, AL – Jacksonville takes second in gold bracket at Albertville, and Donoho splits four matches. In cross country, Southside’s Christopher, Oxford’s Maniscalco win Waffle
Prep XC
White Plains, AL – White Plains’ Conn, Westminster’s Caldwell lead the way at Wildcat Twilight Run. Lincoln’s boys, Central-Clay’s girls win big schools divisions. White
This Week’s Schedule
High school sports events for area teams for the week of Aug. 19-24. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football THURSDAY, Aug. 22 Wellborn
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
Basketball
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
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 [email protected].
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 [email protected]. 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
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 [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
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 [email protected]. 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
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
A Ball for Oxford Mom
Oxford, AL – Higgins’ breakthrough night, which included another home run ball to add to his mother’s collection, propels Choccolocco Monsters to sixth consecutive victory. By
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
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
Jacksonville State University Gets “Cocky Again”
Jacksonville, AL – After concerning 0-3 start, Jax State finds strut, continues 3-0 answer with 54-13 ‘whiteout’ of New Mexico State at AmFirst Stadium. Instant take:
Jacksonville Gamecocks Are ‘Chickens’ kickin’
Kennesaw, GA – Rebounding Jax State takes dominating form on the road to open CUSA play with a 63-24 victory at Kennesaw State. Jax State
Jax State 44, USM 7
Jacksonville, AL – Defense finds footing, and Huff flashes accuracy as ,Jax State zips Southern Miss, restores hope in homecoming rout The best version of Jacksonville
‘Like a Home Game’
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State’s homecoming will be like a homecoming for Southern Miss defender and Oxford graduate Booth. By Joe Medley Jacksonville State will celebrate
Jax State Defense Prepares for Southern Miss Challenge
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State football is gearing up for its upcoming non-conference game against Southern Miss, with a focus on making strides defensively. Coming off
JSU Answers, Questions Plus the Southerners
Louisville, KY – Jacksonville State appears to have found a quarterback in Huff, still searching for answers on defense after 49-14 loss at Louisville By:
Jacksonville State’s Rich Rodriguez Prepares for High-Stakes Matchup Against Louisville
Jacksonville, AL — As Jacksonville State University’s football team gears up for their upcoming game against Louisville, Head Coach Rich Rodriguez shared his insights and
Jacksonville State University’s Sublime, Shine, Thud
Jacksonville, AL – With new building, new turf and stadium improvements all around, and good memories of 2023 fueling big crowd, Coastal Carolina deals Jax
Jacksonville State Univerity Commentary
Jacksonville, AL – Lots of keys to Jax State matching or exceeding the successes of 2023, but leadership just might be the X factor again. Joe
