By Blake Ells Mountain Brook volleyball began the 2018 season with no seniors, heavily reliant on its junior class for success. Now the team is headed into the postseason ranked second in the state behind the strength of that big junior class. “Our team is working really well together,” said coach Vickie Nichols. “Everyone has been stepping up and doing their job. We have a … [Read more...]
Stingy Spartans: Dominating Defense Helps Propels Mountain Brook to 5-0 Record
By Blake Ells Mountain Brook earned a pivotal victory over Vestavia Hills on Sept. 21, a 28-14 decision that allowed the Spartans to remain undefeated not just in 7A Region 3, but overall. It dealt the Rebels their first loss of the year. Their offense was thorough, using long drives to keep their defense off the field. Daniel Wilbanks led the attack with 103 yards on 18 … [Read more...]
Sullivan Receiving Another Heisman Award
By Rubin E. Grant It’s been 47 years since Pat Sullivan won the Heisman Trophy, and now he’s set to receive another prestigious Heisman honor. The Heisman Trophy Committee will travel to Birmingham on Oct. 15 to present Sullivan with its first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award. Sullivan, 68, is a football legend. After graduating from John Carroll Catholic High School 50 years … [Read more...]
Attaboy!: Senior Linebacker Crawford Doyle Gives His Dad, Homewood Fans Plenty to See
By Rubin E. Grant Homewood outside linebacker coach Carter Doyle admits to being a little distracted on Friday nights. Instead of watching to see whether the players he coaches are carrying out their assignments, sometimes he’s caught up in looking at what the Patriots’ middle linebacker is doing. That’s because senior Crawford Doyle is his boy. “It’s really hard for me to … [Read more...]
King Settles Into Leadership Role for Hoover Volleyball Team
By Rubin E. Grant Amiyah King has finally arrived. The senior setter is wasting no time making her presence felt on the Hoover varsity volleyball team. She has become the Bucs’ unquestioned leader. “She has a lot of experience, but this is a new role for her,” Hoover coach Chris Camper said. “She has bided her time. This is the first year she’s been the primary starter at … [Read more...]