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Football
Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame ’23
Calhoun County, AL – Wellborn’s Battles and Evans, Oxford’s Jack and Wilson, Anniston’s McCord and White Plains’ Garmon among the Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame
Morris to Alexandria High School
Alexandria, AL – Former Pleasant Valley coach Morris, reassigned in budgetary moves, will teach and coach at Alexandria High School, the school announced By Joe Medley
Big Moves for Jacksonville and Weaver
Jacksonville, AL – Long-time Jacksonville assistant Russell on course to replace volleyball legend Clark. Also, Clark to continue as AD, and Jacksonville hires Weaver’s Atchley
Make it Four for Calhoun County Quarterback Club
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County Quarterback Club adds a fourth $5,000 scholarship for 2023; winners come from Jacksonville, Ohatchee, Saks and Wellborn By Joe Medley
Two Pleasant Valley Moves
Pleasant Valley, AL – Turner goes from interim to permanent head baseball coach; Saks’ Muncher to take over Raiders’ girls’ basketball program, join football staff By
Saks Taps Freeney
Saks, AL – Former JSU player performed quick turnaround as first-year head coach at Pasco (Fla.) High School, will try to keep winning ways rolling at
Blake-Through for White Plains
White Plains, AL – Jennings, long-time assistant football coach and head baseball coach at Ohatchee, ‘ready’ for chance to be head football coach, at White Plains
Jacksonville’s Ogle Finds ‘Home’
Jacksonville, AL – Rising senior Jacksonville quarterback commits to Troy; chose Trojans over UAB, North Alabama, Samford and New Mexico By Joe Medley Jim Ogle is
Piedmont Commentary
Piedmont, AL – Piedmont’s buy-in to its new football coach and athletics director showed in a full media center and one special-made “Miller Time” T-shirt The
Feeling Wellborn
Welborn, AL – Noel emerges from battles with illness to earn chance to wrestle at Montevallo; Johnson will go from Panthers’ wing-T offense to spread at
Volleyball
Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame ’23
Calhoun County, AL – Wellborn’s Battles and Evans, Oxford’s Jack and Wilson, Anniston’s McCord and White Plains’ Garmon among the Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame
He’s Ba’ack in Calhoun County
White Plains, AL – After one year at Sylacauga, former Donoho coach Clendenin returns to Calhoun County, will coach White Plains volleyball By Joe Medley One
Big Moves for Jacksonville and Weaver
Jacksonville, AL – Long-time Jacksonville assistant Russell on course to replace volleyball legend Clark. Also, Clark to continue as AD, and Jacksonville hires Weaver’s Atchley
Stepping Back in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – After 30 years at the helm, Jacksonville’s Clark won’t coach volleyball this season as he moves towards retirement; ‘feels like a good time
Fly Eagle Fly
Jacksonville, AL – Jax’ Clark leaving the nest, affirms commitment to play volleyball at Snead State; will be coached by someone other than mom or dad
Signing Day in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Basketball, baseball, volleyball players confirm their college choices today; several county players signing with Division I programs By Al Muskewitz If it
Saints Come Marching In
Oxford, AL – Hope Christian Academy, the newest K-12 Christian school in Calhoun County, exploring its athletics options after receiving blessing of Oxford City Council By
Donoho Wins It
Anniston, AL – Lady Falcons win 13th state volleyball title in school history with 3-1 win over area and county rival Pleasant Valley; Donoho’s Draper MVP
Region champs X 2 in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho sweeps Pleasant Valley to win Class 2A North, Ohatchee wins tense five-setter with Plainview to win Class 3A North; includes first-round
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Here is this week’s high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week of Oct. 24-29 Football
Track/Cross Country
Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame ’23
Calhoun County, AL – Wellborn’s Battles and Evans, Oxford’s Jack and Wilson, Anniston’s McCord and White Plains’ Garmon among the Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame
Student from Alexandria Running On
Alexandria, AL – Teammate’s signing with Gadsden State leads to same opportunity for Alexandria All-Calhoun County cross country runner Foster By Joe Medley DeShaun Foster’s college
Anniston ‘Dawgs Repeat
Gulf Shores, AL – With Lewis and Taylor leading the way, Anniston’s boys dominate on final day of state track meet, repeat as Class 4A champions.
State Track Showcases Calhoun County Athletes
Cullman, AL – Ohatchee’s boys, girls in first place at state track. Donoho’s girls second. Faith boys, White Plains girls in third. Includes highlights for all
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Here is the high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week of May 1-6; includes area
Sectional Track for Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – A list of area athletes with state-qualifying times/distances after completion of this weekend’s AHSAA sectional track meets By Joe Medley AHSAA sectional
Long Farewell
Anniston, AL – Donoho track and cross country coach informs the team before sectionals that she will step aside after fall cross country season By Joe
Monday Calhoun County Preps
Boston, MA – Oxford’s Delozier goes the distance in Boston Marathon; Alexandria, Piedmont, Pleasant Valley, Weaver and White Plains win in softball; Piedmont, JCA win in
Oxford Girl Jackets Repeat
Oxford, AL – With big days from distance star Keur and sprinter Mickler, Oxford girls repeat as Calhoun County champions in track & field Editor’s
Oxford Boys …Again
Oxford, AL – Yellow Jackets show strength across most events, withstand challenge from Anniston to win sixth Calhoun County track title in a row Editor’s Note:
Basketball
Ridley Steps Down in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – After replacing head football coach, AD and boys’ basketball coach, Piedmont is searching for a head girls’ basketball coach By Joe Medley A
Hooping On for Calhoun County Senior
Pleasant Valley, AL – After runs in basketball and softball for Jacksonville and Pleasant Valley, Gannaway signs to play basketball for Gadsden State Community College Rebekah
Piedmont Fits Like Glover
Piedmont, AL – Longtime assistant under Lewis, Odam at Piedmont promoted to take over boys’ basketball program, will continue as assistant in football under Miller By
Two Pleasant Valley Moves
Pleasant Valley, AL – Turner goes from interim to permanent head baseball coach; Saks’ Muncher to take over Raiders’ girls’ basketball program, join football staff By
Like Father, Follow Son in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – Odam confirms resignation as Piedmont’s boys’ basketball coach, looks forward to following son Alex’s college career at Jax State By Joe Medley Jonathan
Jacksonville Twins Sticking Together
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville twins Caden, Camren Johnson mark their signing to play basketball for Shelton State Community College By Joe Medley College basketball teams don’t
ASWA Hoops Awards Shines Light on Calhoun County Athletes
Montgomery, AL – Spring Garden’s Austin, Ohatchee’s Crook, Jacksonville’s Broom and Piedmont’s Odam come away with player-of-year awards; three voted Super All-State By Joe Medley Ohatchee’s
‘I’m hurt’
Pleasant Valley, AL – Budget cuts leave Pleasant Valley’s Morris awaiting what’s next after he earned All-Calhoun County coach of the year for 1A-3A girls’
All-Calhoun County Hoops
Calhoun County, AL – See who made East Alabama Sports Today’s inaugural All-Calhoun County basketball teams, including coaches and players of the year By Joe Medley
ASWA Hoops Finalists Showcase Calhoun County Players
Calhoun County, AL – Seven area players finalists for player-of-year awards; winners, Mr. and Miss basketball to be announced April 6 in Montgomery By Joe Medley
SWA All-State Basketball
Calhoun County, AL – State champions Jacksonville, Spring Garden lead the way in selections from EASportsToday.com coverage area; eight make first team By Joe Medley State
Circle of Life
Oxford, AL – Oxford’s McGrue follows in Oxford-grad mother’s footsteps, signs to play basketball in college; will play for Snead State Community College By Joe Medley
Jacksonville Eagles Golden Again
Birmingham, AL – Second-ranked Jacksonville beats No. 1 Westminster Christian at its defensive, grinding game to claim the Golden Eagles second state title By Joe
Jacksonville One Win Away
Birmingham, AL – Jacksonville gets out to blazing start, makes quick work of Hale County in state semifinals to earn much anticipated matchup with Westminster Christian
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Here is the high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week of Feb. 27-March 4: Basketball
Duke’s ‘Dirty Work’ for Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Senior center proves there’s life after departure of 6-9 star Phillips, helps defending state champion Jacksonville return to Final Four in his way
Prep Sports Roundup for Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Jacksonville’s Broom, Piedmont’s Odam selected to play in Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game; Piedmont, Ragland score victories in baseball; Ohatchee wins one, loses one
Jax Going Back for More
Jacksonville, AL – Defending champion Golden Eagles going back to Class 4A Final Four after beating Etowah in Northeast Regional finals; Broom named MVP By Al
‘Best Seat to a Great Career’ for Piedmont
Jacksonville, AL – Personal side, emotions show after Odam plays his last for Piedmont, father/coach in Northeast Regional loss to Plainview By Joe Medley Neither Jonathan
Pinto’s Pivotal Play Powers Piedmont
Jacksonville, AL – Piedmont overcomes cold stretch, rallies in second half to outlast Geraldine in 3A Northeast Regionals; Plainview uses two big runs to turn back
Wrestling
Feeling Wellborn
Welborn, AL – Noel emerges from battles with illness to earn chance to wrestle at Montevallo; Johnson will go from Panthers’ wing-T offense to spread at
State Wrestling
Huntsville, AL – Team scores, results for all 1A-4A, 5A, 6A and 7A finals matches at the 68th AHSAA state wrestling championships in Huntsville Championship match
Weaver’s Win Feels ‘Surreal’
Huntsville, AL – Johannson comes through for third individual state title, clinches back-to-back Class 1A-4A state championships for Weaver By Joe Medley Weaver walked out of
Bearcats Extend Lead
Huntsville, AL – Weaver must ‘control what we can control’ to make it back-to-back state wrestling titles; 10 area wrestlers get through to championship finals
State Wrestling
Calhoun County, AL – Here is the lineup for Saturday’s championship matches in the AHSAA State Wrestling Tournament in Huntsville AHSAA STATE WRESTLING TOURNAMENT CLASS 1A/4A
Weaver Leads
Huntsville, AL – Bearcats hold slim lead over Ashville in 1A-4A after first day of state wrestling tournament; includes highlights for all area teams that were
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Here is the high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week of Feb. 13-18 Basketball Feb.
Sectional Finals Bring Success for Weaver
Birmingham, AL – Weaver, Ranburne finish second in their respective Class 1A-4A Super Sectionals; 15 area wrestlers win sectional titles, 66 qualify for state Defending state
Sectional Success for Weaver
Birmingham, AL – Weaver, Ranburne currently second in their respective 1A-4A Super Section wrestling championships Defending state champion Weaver will have three wrestlers vying for sectional
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Area basketball tournaments get underway and highlight the high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week
Baseball
All-Calhoun County Baseball
Calhoun County, AL – With Yellow Jackets’ latest state title in the books, Oxford’s Brooks, Harrison lead the way on East Alabama Sports Today’s Class 4A-6A
Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame ’23
Calhoun County, AL – Wellborn’s Battles and Evans, Oxford’s Jack and Wilson, Anniston’s McCord and White Plains’ Garmon among the Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame
Oxford’s Best?
Jacksonville, AL – Oxford beats Spanish Fort 12-3 in Game 2 to clinch program’s second state title in baseball, draws comparisons to 2012 state-title team
Signature Win for Oxford
Oxford, AL – Oxford’s Game 1 victory over Spanish Fort had drama, key rundowns and a game-ending interference call. Seniors’ last game on their home field
Aiming High in Ohatchee
Ohatchee, AL – Ohatchee’s Howell, multisport standout, signs to play baseball for Marion Military Institute with an eye toward joining the Air Force Devin Howell plans
Oxford Wins as Home Team
Oxford, AL – Oxford returns to old home field to sweep semifinal series with Cullman, earn chance to open 6A title series on its current-day home
Pleasant Valley’s Bryant is Mr. 500
Pleasant Valley, AL – Pleasant Valley’s Bryant picks up his 500th career victory as Raiders reach winners’ bracket final; Piedmont, Spring Garden also also one victory
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Here is the high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week of May 8-13; includes state
Piedmont Bulldogs, All
Piedmont, AL – After Game 3 loss to Gordo ends Piedmont’s season, Deerman pays emotional tribute to a memorable quartet of senior athletes By Joe Medley
Piedmont’s Smith was Dew
Piedmont, AL – Senior’s first-ever home run, a grand slam, keys Piedmont’s Game 1 victory over Gordo in third-round 3A playoff series; Game 3 set for
Softball
All-Calhoun County Softball
Calhoun County, AL – White Plains’ Arnold, Oxford’s McKibbin take top honors on East Alabama Sports Today’s Class 4A-6A All-Calhoun County softball team 2023 Class 4A-6A
Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame ’23
Calhoun County, AL – Wellborn’s Battles and Evans, Oxford’s Jack and Wilson, Anniston’s McCord and White Plains’ Garmon among the Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame
White Plains Moves
White Plains, AL – Wildcats’ year of change continues with change atop the softball program less than a week after team played in state tournament By
End of the Line for White Plains
White Plains, AL – Tough draw, tough day at state tournament for White Plains, but Wildcats complete promising season under first-year coach State softball tournament CLASS
All for the Kidds in Oxford
Oxford, AL – After rain and generosity sent Athens players to Oxford’s gym for Thursday’s graduation ceremony, Oxford grad Kidd sees daughter hit walk-off home run
State Softball Shines on Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Pleasant Valley rallies to beat Sumiton Christian, stay alive in 2A. Spring Garden rebounds from first-round loss to beat Verbena, stay
White Plain’s Ticket Punched
Albertville, AL – Arnold, White Plains fight through rain to down Madison County, complete three-game sweep at East Regional for state-tourney berth By Joe Medley White
Alexandria’s Tough Day Leaves Team One Victory Shy State Tournament
Albertville, AL – Tough second day at East Regional leaves young Alexandria team’s season one victory shy of return trip to state tournament By Joe
East Regional Softball Showcases Calhoun County
Albertville, AL – Oxford takes top state-qualifying spot in 6A, and Piedmont clinches No. 2 spot in 3A; Alexandria, White Plains sweep way to winners’ bracket
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Here is the high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week of May 8-13; includes state
Golf
Wilfred Galbraith Tee Times at the Anniston County Club
Anniston, AL – The Wilfred Galbraith Invitational is Friday-Sunday at Anniston Country Club. It’s the third points event on the 2023 Calhoun County Golf Tour.
All Calhoun County Golf
Calhoun County, AL – White Plains’ Rogers, Alexandria’s Kiker take top awards for East Alabama Sports Today’s girs’ All-Calhoun County golf team 2023 girls’ All-Calhoun County
Calhoun County Champion Travis Leads
Gadsden, AL – Recent work on his swing leads to big day for former White Plains High golfer at Gadsden City Championship, leads by two strokes
Tie Goes To Ty In Calhoun County Golf Tour
Gadsden, AL – Cole rallies from four shots back with five holes to go to force playoff, edge Travis in Gadsden City Championship for 23rd Calhoun
State Golf Showcases Calhoun County
Opelika, AL – Weaver’s Ledbetter finishes as Class 3A runner up for the second year in a row; White Plains boys, Edwards finish third in Class
Calhoun County Sub-State Golf
Silver Lakes – White Plains’ Edwards takes low medalist, and Wildcats finish second to advance to state tournament. Alexandria girls state-bound after second-place finish Sawyer Edwards
Weaver and Piedmont Take Home Wins
Silver Lakes – Weaver’s Ledbetter wins one-hole playoff for low medalist, and Piedmont’s girls finish second to qualify for state tournament Add sub-state champion
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Here is the high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week of May 8-13; includes state
Wigington Wins Early on the Calhoun County Tour
Silver Lakes – Wigington overcomes rough patch in middle of final round, regains form down stretch for his first victory in the RTJ-Silver Lakes Championship By
Calhoun County Golf Tour
Silver Lakes – Lessons of ’22, lesson on wedge play help Wigington start ’23 Calhoun County Golf Tour with a 66 to lead three golfers by
Soccer
All Calhoun County Soccer
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s Williamson, White Plains coach Cotton take top honors on East Alabama Sports Today’s All-Calhoun County boys’ team 2023 Boys’ All-Calhoun County
Calhoun County Shows Up for All-State Soccer
Calhoun County, AL – Coaches select four Donoho girls, three boys to Class 1A-3A all-state team; Southside, Lincoln, Glencoe also fare well in selections Donoho
Opportunity in Weaver
Weaver, AL – With Southern Union adding women’s soccer, senior Chavez takes advantage, signs and breaks through for Weaver High program A new women’s soccer
Monday Calhoun County Preps
Calhoun County, AL – Piedmont girls shoot way to sectional golf title, sub-state berth; White Plains boys advance in soccer playoffs with shutout over Cherokee County
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Here is the high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week of May 1-6; includes area
Calhoun County Prep Soccer
Calhoun County, AL – White Plains’ girls a new playoff player from Calhoun County, joining the Wildcats’ boys in the field. See playoff pairings for teams
Tuesday Calhoun County Preps
Calhoun County, AL – Faith Christian doubles team of Mitchell-Goode finishes as 1A-3A state runner up; in softball, PV wins in walk-off fashion, Weaver’s Fulmer
Calhoun County Monday Preps
Calhoun County, AL – Smith pitches complete game, homers as Piedmont softball downs Sand Rock in eight innings; Jacksonville and Munford get wins Savannah Smith
This Week’s Calhoun County Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Here is the high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week of April 24-29; includes baseball
Piedmont’s Fresh ‘Egg’
Weaver, AL – Rested Todd fans 11 batters, makes key defensive play to help Piedmont stave off area challenge from determined Weaver By Joe Medley Emma
Other Sports
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
Talladega Commentary
Talladega, AL – Another Talladega race, a very Talladega finish, and yet another show to remind fans that drivers run out of gas, but ‘Dega drama
GEICO 500 in Talladega
Talladega, AL – The GEICO 500 starts at 2 p.m. at Talladega Super Speedway, with Denny Hamlin on the pole and Aric Almirola on the outside;
Calhoun County Thursday Preps
Calhoun County, AL – After steep jump in class, Donoho’s girls return to state in tennis; Ragland splits, but four area baseball teams suffer first-round sweeps;
Tuesday Calhoun County Preps
Calhoun County, AL – Faith Christian boys win sectional tennis title; Jacksonville, Oxford, Piedmont, White Plain win in softball; Donoho, Ohatchee and Ragland win in baseball
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – Here is the high school sports schedule for teams in and around Calhoun County for the week of April 17-22; includes baseball
Red Wilder Tennis Proves To Be a Winner for Calhoun County Schools
Oxford, AL – Faith Christian’s boys, Donoho’s girls come away champions in Red Wilder Invitational, the de facto Calhoun County championship event Faith Christian’s boys
Still a Thrill
Oxford, AL – Oxford flag football reaches Elite 8 after beating Lee, Sparkman for second straight region title By Jason Pahman For a coach who already
Best Foot Forward for Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville’a athletics program makes AHSAA’s Sportsmanship School list for the first time, joined this year by JCA and Sacred Heart By Al Muskewitz
College Sports
Back On Top
Alexandria, AL – Alexandria’s four-time state champion Christian Knop earns his first college wrestling title after four tough years at N.C. State By Al Muskewitz Christian
2022-23 Calhoun County Basketball
Calhoun County, AL – Here is East Alabama Sports Today’s growing master basketball schedule for the 2022-23 season; be aware some early games will be impacted
Anniston’s Roc Rolls with Tide
Anniston, AL – Anniston’s McElderry commits to Alabama on Fourth of July By Al Muskewitz Anniston’s Ryqueze McElderry lit the fuse earlier in the weekend when
On the Big Stage
Southern Union golfer from White Plains has chance to salvage a tough year playing in JUCO nationals By Al Muskewitz Kenny Okins’ first experience with
Remembering Rudy Abbott in Calhoun County
By Al Muskewitz Legendary JSU baseball coach passes away Wednesday morning at 81 On this day of profound sadness in the Calhoun County community
Trailblazing Tiger Signs with Jacksonville State University
November 17, 2021 By Al Muskewitz East Alabama Sports Today Cleburne County’s Brooklyn McDaniel becomes school’s first female Division I scholarship signee HEFLIN
A C-130 to Fly Over JSU Game
November 6, 2021Lee Evancho Per Jacksonville State University’s Director of Strategic Communications, Buffy Lockette, a C-130 aircraft from Montgomery’s 908th Airwing will fly over JSU
Back in the game
Former JSU assistant Steve Gillispie returning to the dugout as first field manager of Choccolocco MonstersBy Al MuskewitzEast Alabama Sports TodayOXFORD — When you’ve been
