By Lee Davis Ben Fuller never met Bradley Johnson, but he completely understands the shining legacy left by the late Spain Park golf star. Johnson was one of Alabama golf’s brightest young stars when he was killed in an automobile accident March 25, 2006. His legacy is about far more than golf. People of all ages and walks of life – golfers and non-golfers alike – still tell … [Read more...]
Spring Upward: Rebel Star Compton Was Part of Mission Team to Honduras
By Lee DavisJessica Compton could have done a lot of things over spring break. The Vestavia Hills senior might have gone to the beach or to a lake. Or she could have stayed home and enjoyed playing endless hours of pick-up basketball games at the local gym. She could have earned some extra spending money by taking a part-time job. Instead, Compton, along with a group … [Read more...]
Break Point: Jaguars Confident for Stretch Run
By Lee DavisAlmost all high school students get excited about spring break. But the Spain Park boys soccer team might be just as excited about going back to school. That's because as the break arrived, the Jaguars were playing their best soccer of the season. Spain Park entered the vacation period with an impressive 4-1 win over cross-town rival Hoover. The victory … [Read more...]
Irons Men: Oak Mountain off to Strong Start
By Lee DavisWhen Derek Irons came to Oak Mountain as head baseball coach after a highly successful stint at Class 4A’s Charles Henderson of Troy, he realized he was moving from the frying pan to the proverbial fire. “There’s no question that the best high school baseball in Alabama is played in metro Birmingham,” said Irons – who won 221 games and two state … [Read more...]
The Firehouse Shelter Provides Hope for the Homeless
By Lee Davis For much of the past century, an old firehouse on Birmingham's north side housed firemen who regularly saved lives. The aging structure continues to save lives, but now in a different way. Since 1983, it has been the home of the Firehouse Shelter, a safe haven for homeless men. While the original purpose was to meet their immediate food, shelter and clothing … [Read more...]