By Rubin E. Grant For the first time in a few years, Daniel Swatek went to the beach for spring break.“That was nice,” Swatek said.But by midweek, the Hoover senior was back on the baseball diamond, playing the sport he dearly loves as Hoover hosted the Buccaneer Classic.Swatek’s passion for baseball comes from his dad, Dan Swatek, who played for UAB in … [Read more...]
Meadow Milestone: Vestavia Girls Soccer Coach Closing in on 300 Wins
By Blake Ells The Vestavia Hills girls soccer team has built quite a dynasty under coach Brigid Meadow.They’ve won two 7A state championships, including last season’s, and two 6A state championships under her guidance during the past 15 seasons. Meadow credits the leadership of her senior class with the team’s success. That class includes Anna … [Read more...]
Undefeated Homewood Boys Soccer Team Chasing Another Title, Not Streak
By Rubin E. Grant Homewood boys soccer coach Sean McBride would like for his team to fly under the radar.But that’s nearly impossible, considering the Patriots are the defending Class 6A champions, are ranked No. 1 this season and haven’t lost a game in nearly two years.The Patriots went into spring break last week with an 11-0-3 record. They were also … [Read more...]
Garden Variety: Master Gardener Karen Mitchell Shares Botanical Gardens Spring Plant Sale Vegetable Offerings
By Emily Williams Whether or not you sport a verdant thumb, all levels of gardener can find something to suit their needs at the 50th annual Birmingham Botanical Gardens Spring Plant Sale, on April 12-14.What began as an annual celebration of plants, dubbed “Fiesta,” has grown to become one of the Friends of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ major fundraisers. … [Read more...]
In The Doghouse
By Sue Murphy Puppy update: I am happy to report that Dave is making steady progress. He is growing in size and strength and sometimes wisdom. If Cesar Millan decides to make a snap inspection, we will fail miserably, but in amateur circles, I think we are doing just fine.As with having a toddler, I’ve had to make some changes to my house. There are no shoes on … [Read more...]