By Loyd McIntosh Photo by Jordan WaldOn September 18, the Homewood Patriots traveled down I-65 and handily defeated the Helena Huskies by the score of 34-7. It was the team’s third consecutive win and, coincidentally, its third straight region win. The victory puts Homewood in an excellent position as the regular season gives way to the playoffs. … [Read more...]
Taking Command: The Emergence Of Vestavia Hills’ Charlie Taaffe
By Loyd McIntosh Photos by Jordan WaldHith the first half of the 2026 season in the books, one thing is perfectly clear: Vestavia Hills is a very good football team.As of this writing, the Rebels are 4-1 and have outscored their opponents 128-90 through their September 18 win over Spain Park, 30-7. The Alabama Sports Writers Association ranks the Rebels … [Read more...]
From China to Mountain Brook: Sullivan Todd Finds Something Special at Home
By Loyd McIntosh Photo by Jordan WaldAt 17, Sullivan Todd has already lived a full volleyball life. She has won a national championship with her club team, worn the Team U.S.A. jersey at a world event in China and signed to play college volleyball at Mississippi State. This fall, the high school senior is doing something she hasn’t had a chance to … [Read more...]
MB Mother Daughter Tennis Players Bring home the Silver
Mountain Brook tennis partners Jane and Pippa Roy competed in the National Mother-Daughter Grass Court Championships at Longwood Cricket Club in Boston earlier this past summer, bringing the 'silver ball' runners-up trophies home to Mountain Brook.Pippa is currently on a tennis scholarship at Creighton University and studying Finance. She played #1 singles/doubles at … [Read more...]
Vestavia Hills Serves Up History with First Outdoor Volleyball Event in Alabama
By Loyd McIntosh photos by Jordan WaldHistory was made on Saturday, August 29, at Wald Park in Vestavia Hills as the location of the first-ever outdoor high school volleyball showcase. Officially sanctioned by the Alabama High School Athletic Association and hosted by Vestavia Hills High School, the event brought together some of the top ninth-grade, junior … [Read more...]