By Solomon Crenshaw Jr. Jeff Underwood remembers when staffers at Lakeshore Foundation went to the board and asked for more space. Underwood remembers that request, which came about 22 years ago, being met with questions from board members about what would be accomplished with that space. “I remember the presentation I made, and we had a lot of conversation,” said Underwood, … [Read more...]
You’ve Been Booed: Magic Moments Dreams Up Halloween Trick That’s a Real Treat
By Emily Williams When life hands Magic Moments a pandemic, it makes lemonade. As the only wish-granting organization dedicated solely to children in Alabama, the need for magic moments has not lessened in the times of COVID-19. “We have not missed a beat,” she said. “We have gotten very creative.” The latest creation is a new annual fall fundraiser “You’ve Been … [Read more...]
Culture Change: Stan White Helping New John Carroll Coach Try to Turn Cavs’ Football Program Around
By Rubin E. Grant On the eve of Auburn’s season-opening college football game against Kentucky, Tigers broadcaster Stan White was on the sidelines for John Carroll Catholic’s high school contest at Moody. White has been at all the Cavaliers’ games this season, acting as a volunteer assistant coach under first-year John Carroll head coach Will Mara, a former Cavs’ player and … [Read more...]
Competitive #Edgg: New Oak Mountain Volleyball Coach Bonds With Her Players
By Rubin E. Grant The first month of Grace Burgess’ first season as Oak Mountain’s volleyball coach exceeded her expectations. The Eagles fashioned a 14-7 record despite not making it out of pool play last weekend in the Heffstrong Tournament, hosted by Spain Park. “It has been amazing,” Burgess gushed, “much better than I thought it would be for my first season, even though … [Read more...]
‘Collective Effort’: Lundy Shares the Credit for Bucs’ Success
By Rubin E. Grant Josh Lundy has always wanted to play quarterback for the Hoover Bucs. It’s something he dreamed about as a kid while growing up in Hoover. He has been on the Bucs’ varsity since he was freshman, but this season, his senior year, he’s finally Hoover’s full-fledged starting quarterback. And he’s making the most of the opportunity. Lundy has helped lead Hoover … [Read more...]