Fairhope’s Gus Faulkner earns Player of the Week honors after intercepting two passes against Daphne

FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WALA) - With a region championship on the line against rival Daphne, Fairhope senior linebacker/safety Gus Faulkner delivered two interceptions, including a 97-yard touchdown return, to help the Pirates secure a dramatic 27-24 victory. The Tulane commit’s performance earned him this week’s Big Friday Kickoff Player of the...

South Alabama announces kickoff time for football game vs Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to correct the date and location of the football game. We regret the error. MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The University of South Alabama Jaguars announced the game time for their football matchup against Sun Belt Conference foe Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns, set for Nov. 7 at Our Lady of […]

Cypress Creek Golf Course expands operations, announces new rates and memberships

MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (NBC 15) — Mobile County's Cypress Creek Golf Course will expand operations to six days a week beginning Nov. 1, offering expanded access, interim rates, and a new membership option following a successful soft launch. The Mobile County Commission approved interim rates that include annual memberships...

WLOX Top Ten High School Football Poll: Week 10

Philip Rivers Responds to NC State Coaching Rumors: “I Understand the Chatter”

Ben Thomas of AL.com finally got a text message back from legendary Wolfpack quarterback Philip Rivers, who is in the mix for the head football coaching opening at his alma mater, NC State. “Ton of respect and appreciation for coach Doeren and all he did for the University,” Rivers wrote....

Watch Honeycutt, Pollard, Roderick and More Battle for $50,000 in Heart of Dixie 200 at Mobile

Late Model stars are headed to Mobile International Speedway for this weekend's Heart of Dixie 200, battling for a $50,000 grand prize. Fans can watch the excitement all weekend long on RacingAmerica.TV. SUBSCRIBE TO RACINGAMERICA.TV. Saturday's Heart of Dixie 300 has drawn plenty of marquee names in pursuit of the...

Fairhope defeats Daphne to claim regional game title

FAIRHOPE, Ala.- On Oct. 23, Fairhope faced off in a showdown against their arch rival, the Daphne Trojans, in the most anticipated game of the season. The teams showed strength and competitive nature in a close game with the Pirates securing the win. At opening kickoff, Daphne received but failed...

Par for the Course: Gulf Shores Golf Club Trades Fairway Homes for a Brand-New Short Game

Gulf Shores, AL. — (GSN) — Recent planning discussions in Gulf Shores have highlighted a major shift for one of the city's most cherished recreational landmarks. The Gulf Shores Planning Commission and community stakeholders have advanced a Planned Unit Development (PUD) amendment for the Gulf Shores Golf Club transitioning a previously planned residential subdivision into an expanded community asset.

Cuyvers wins individual title as Southern Miss takes second at The Judson

Louise Cuyvers shot a four-under 68 to finish at 12-under and win The Judson by six strokes. Southern Miss placed second behind South Alabama in the team standings.

Mobile Christian’s Hakeem Winston and Dwight King fool the defense to win Wind Creek Play of the Week: Week 10

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Congratulations to Mobile Christian Leopards junior wide receiver Hakeem Winston and sophomore Dwight King on winning the Wind Creek Play of the Week! Winston was lined up as the wildcat quarterback, where he then took the snap and dropped right to King in the corner of the end zone for a […]

Big Friday Kickoff Podcast: Week 11, Playoff previews for private schools, 1A, 2A, Philip Rivers news

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Playoffs are right around the corner and most first round matchups are set. Part one of our playoff preview looks at the matchups in Region 1 for the private school divisions, 1A, and 2A. We also highlight some of the interesting non-region games in Week 11...

Tobias and Comer Coaches Corner: Mark Hudspeth, Gulf Shores

Every week on the Tobias & Comer Coaches’ Corner, Mark, Lee and Michael will talk to a local area high school coach to get the scoop on what’s going on with their team, how our local schools are faring on their respective pushes to bring Blue Maps back to the Gulf Coast, and everything in between.

Huskers Conclude Fall at Steelwood Collegiate

The Nebraska men’s golf team will conclude the fall portion of its 2026-27 fall season at the Steelwood College in Loxley, Ala. The two-day, 54-hole event at the par-72, 7,096-yard layout at the Steelwood Country Club gets underway with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. (CT) on Saturday, where teams will play two rounds. The teams will compete in Sunday’s final round, beginning with tee times at 8 a.m. (CT).

The Gulf Coast Paddle & Racket Battle returns to Daphne on Nov. 7

DAPHNE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Gulf Coast Paddle & Racket Battle, presented by Baldwin Bone & Joint, returns Saturday, Nov. 7. The event will be at the Daphne Tennis & Pickleball Complex with benefits going to Rapahope Children’s Retreat Foundation. Chad Petri was joined on the red couch by Melissa McNichol and Will Wiggins to […]

Three years after relocation to Toulminville, Hank Aaron childhood house remains closed

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Arguably no city in America has a richer baseball heritage than the Port City. But for the last three years, the boyhood home of its most famous baseball hero, once a museum, has sat behind a fence, away from the public. Mobile City Councilman Cory Penn,...

Gulfport native to be inducted into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame

GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) — The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame has released its class of 2027 inductees. Eight honorees will be recognized for their contributions to sports. The inductees range from baseball, basketball, and football stars to an Olympic gold medalist. “Each of these honorees has elevated Mississippi athletics...

Escambia County football clinches playoff berth with 21-20 win over Opp

Escambia County held on late and defeated Opp 21-20 Friday night in a critical Class 3A, Region 1 battle in Atmore. The Blue Devils and Bobcats were notched 14-all at halftime during the contest. ECHS took a 21-14 lead at the end of the third quarter, and Opp missed a point after attempt in the fourth quarter.

High school football scores: Week 10

Video above: Week 10 High School Football highlights part 1 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Be sure to check out the scores from the biggest games in Mobile County, Baldwin County and the Pensacola area from week 10 of the high school football season. Here are the games that have gone final. Friday night scores: Video […]

Expert analysis of Gulf Coast high school football action, Week 10: 5th Quarter Extra

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Week 10 of the 2026 High School Football season has officially concluded. WKRG’s Josh Jackson, Gabriella Genereux and Patrick Walsh give their expert analysis of all the big-time games, highlights and moments from the tenth week of play. Check out all of News 5’s...

UMS-Wright nips McGill-Toolen; Saraland’s Roberts passes for 444

MOBILE — UMS-Wright quarterback Max Fowler ran for pair of second-half touchdowns to lead the No. 3-ranked Bulldogs to a 20-17 win over No. 2-ranked McGill-Toolen Friday night. Fowler scored on an 11-yard run in the third quarter and a 1-yard plunge in the fourth for UMS-Wright (8-1, 7-0),...