By Loyd McIntosh Photos by Kathryn EllisJulia Rose is a trailblazer among trailblazers.A senior at Vestavia Hills High School, Rose is the quarterback for the Rebels’ flag football team, one of the top squads in the state. Rose is turning heads across Alabama and beyond for her skills, leadership and pioneering spirit in a sport that is just starting to gain … [Read more...]
Hofbauer’s Houdini Moment
By Loyd McIntosh photo by Jordan WaldIn the early 20th century, illusionist and escape artist Harry Houdini made crowds fear the worst as he dangled upside down, locked in a water-filled glass tank with only minutes to survive. Just when it looked like the end was near, Houdini would burst free. The life-or-death suspense made Houdini a global phenomenon.What … [Read more...]
Vestavia Hills, Mountain Brook Get Blowout Region Wins
Mountain Brook running back Gabe Smith carries the ball during the Spartans' homecoming 43-0 win over Huffman, Friday, October 17.Mountain Brook 43, Huffman 0 The Mountain Brook Spartans shut out the Huffman Vikings, 43-0, during homecoming Friday, picking up a key 6A Region 6 win in the process.The Spartans opened the scoring with a 20-yard pass from Cayden Hofbauer, … [Read more...]
Homewood Holds On To Beat Parker, 35-28, To Capture Region Title
By Loyd McIntoshAfter jumping out to a quick 21-point lead on the road, Homewood held on to defeat defending state champion Parker, 35-28, in a thrilling 6A Region 5 showdown Friday night. The win gives the Patriots their first region championship since 2022 and a head of steam with the 2025 playoffs on the horizon.Homewood quarterback Kaleb Carson had a strong outing, … [Read more...]
Vestavia Hills Blanks Oak Mountain, 41-0, In Key Region Win
From Staff ReportsVestavia Hills captured its second 7A Region 3 win in a row Thursday night, dominating Oak Mountain 41-0 at Thompson Reynolds Stadium. The Rebels’ offense, led by senior quarterback Charlie Taaffe, had another explosive outing, while the defense suffocated the Eagles from start to finish.Taaffe had an outstanding night, rushing for four touchdowns and … [Read more...]