SPORTS
Thompson finishes Hoover Classic with 3-1 record
HOOVER – The Thompson Warriors continued gearing up for the playoffs with three wins in four games at the Hoover Classic from April 19-20 at the Hoover Met Complex. Thompson rebounded from a 7-0 loss in the opening game against Austin to win its final three games of the tournament, a 7-1 victory against the Oakland Patriots, a 6-2 win over the Faith Academy Rams and a 10-0 victory over the Mortimer Jordan Blue Devils.
Miles College Secures Six-Figure Donation For Athletics Program
Miles College Director of Athletics Fred Watson continues the drive towards his mission of creating and sustaining an athletic department that will compete – athletically and academically – at the highest levels. He recently secured a $100,000 donation to the athletic department, which will go directly towards positively impacting Miles College and its student-athletes.
Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix happening this weekend
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Where can you see country music star Riley Green as Grand Marshall, have people visit from every state in the union, and see representatives from 15 different countries here in Birmingham this weekend? There is only one place - the Medical Properties Trust presents the Children’s of Alabama’s Indy Grand Prix, Powered by AmFIrst.
Birmingham News Power 5 softball: Top teams ranked April 15-20
The Birmingham News Power 5 ranks the top softball teams in the area regardless of class. Shakeups abound in this week’s Birmingham area Power 5 with area tournaments starting this week or Monday at the latest. Note: Information compiled through Saturday games and all schedules subject to change. 5....
Birmingham News Power 5 Baseball Rankings: Class 7A teams dominate poll
The top teams in the Birmingham News Power 5 baseball rankings continue to jockey for position heading into the second week of the playoffs. Four of the top five teams this week are in Class 7A, which actually starts postseason play this week. If you purchase a product or register...
George Pickens returns to Hoover to conduct youth football camp
Check out these moments from the inaugural GP 14 football skills camp with Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens at Hoover High School Saturday afternoon. Pickens, a 2019 graduate of Hoover High, played college football at the University of Georgia and was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the second round of the 2022 NFL draft. He led the NFL in yards per catch in his rookie season.
Evangel wins ACSC state title after rallying from tournament-opening loss
The Evangel Christian Lightning had their back against the wall facing elimination after an opening round loss to the Ezekiel Knights in the first round of the ACSC softball tournament, but they took the adversity in stride and claimed another championship. The post Evangel wins ACSC state title after rallying from tournament-opening loss appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Chelsea rallies for six runs in sixth to down Helena
CHELSEA – The Chelsea Hornets battled back late in their showdown with the Helena Huskies to overcome a 7-1 deficit and take an 8-7 win on Monday, April 22 at Chelsea High School. Helena got off to a strong start with a three-run first inning, and it started off...
Leadership Shelby County hosts golf tournament
Benefitting students in Shelby County, the 2024 Leadership Shelby County Golf Tournament teed off on Monday, April 15 at Timberline Golf Club. In addition to a silent auction, the golf tournament raised money for Leadership Shelby County’s youth programming. The post Leadership Shelby County hosts golf tournament appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Helena defeats Curry, Alexandria, Liberty Creek in 3-1 weekend at Hoover Classic
HOOVER – The Helena Huskies kept rolling ahead of the final week of the regular season as they defeated the Curry Yellow Jackets, Alexandria Valley Cubs and Liberty Creek Wolves in the first three games of the Hoover Classic at the Hoover Met Complex. Helena came out victorious against...
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