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Football
‘Atomic Habits’
Talladega, AL – Settled into his new job as Talladega’s head football coach, Dorsey looking for daily ‘one percent’ improvement as Tigers seek to reverse years
’24 Prep Football Schedules
Calhoun County, AL – Will be located in the ticker on the EASportsToday.com home page, atop the featured box, and pinned to social media feeds. Will
PIedmont Honors ‘Coach B’
Piedmont, AL – Blanchard, long-time defensive coordinator under Smith and major factor in their run of success at Piedmont, succumbs to cancer. By Joe Medley James
Piedmont 7-on-7
Piedmont, AL – Handley tops Spring Garden in finals for second year in a row in annual Piedmont 7-on-7 tournament. By Shannon Fagan Handley continued
Talking Patience: Former Calhoun County Player Shares Insights at 256 Elite Camp
Calhoun County, AL – Former Ohatchee standout Thomas, other former area high school standouts look to share insights at 256 Elite Camp. By Joe Medley Domonique
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
Volleyball
Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame ‘Truly Monumental’
Oxford, AL – 24 Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame nominee Mobley owns place in Donoho’s glorious volleyball history, but patience learned in early basketball struggles
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
Track/Cross Country
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
Hurdling Far in Weaver
Weaver, AL – Weaver’s Allen, a state champion in both hurdling events, set to complete in New Balance Nationals at University of Pennsylvania. By Joe Medley
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
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 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
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
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
Oxford Stealing Another Win
Oxford, AL – With 13 steals part of their latest adventure, the resilient Choccolocco Monsters record their fifth consecutive victory to keep pace in the Sunbelt
Oxford Marathon
Atlanta, GA – Three Monsters homer, and a three-run ninth propels the Monsters to an 18-17 victory over Brookhaven on the road. Rashad Robinson’s RBI single
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
’24 Calhoun County Golf Tournament Stats
Calhoun County, AL – Points and statistics for the 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour headed into the season’s seventh points event, the Pine Hill Invitational, which
From Tee to Trophy at Calhoun County Golf Tournament
Glencoe, AL – A day short of his 26th birthday, Brown scores his first victory on the Calhoun County Golf Tour, winning the Etowah County
Etowah Open
Glencoe, AL – Former Hokes Bluff High, Jax State golfer Contris shoots 8-under-par 63, leads by four strokes going into Sunday’s final round. By Joe
Briarmeade Tee Times
Tee times for Saturday’s first round of the Etowah County Open, the sixth points event on the 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour. 7 a.m.: Brennan
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
Ted’s Top Tandem
Anniston, AL – Tanner Wells-Jacob LeCroy shoot final-round 58, win first-ever Ted’s Charity Invitational Golf Tournament at Anniston Country Club. By Joe Medley The first-ever
Crowd at Top
Anniston, AL – Four teams share lead after first round of Ted’s Charity Invitational, and three more lurk one stroke off of the lead headed into
Ted Talk
First Ted’s Charity Invitational Golf Tournament, filled since March 1, looks to set tone for bigger future in benefiting local schools. By Joe Medley Ted
’24 All-County Golf
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria’s Kiker coach of the year after leading Valley Cubs to second state title. County champions Edwards, Rogers take top individual honors.
‘Wonder’ No More Wigington Secures Oxford Win
Oxford, AL – Wigington allays own doubts, finishes strong to win Oxford City Championship and become fifth winner in five Calhoun County Golf Tour events this
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 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
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
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.
