Mr. and Mrs. Mark T. Luther of Hoover announce the engagement of their daughter, Madison Lynn Luther, to Michael Lee Wadsworth, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hal Wadsworth, also of Hoover. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Richards of Athens and Dr. and Mrs. Lynn Luther of Guntersville. She is the great-granddaughter of Albert Richards and the late Geraldine … [Read more...]
August Run: Football Is Closer Than We Think
By Lee Davis For those people who think that summer seems to be shorter every year, here’s some evidence that proves your theory: High school football practice in Alabama starts in less than three weeks. As incredible as that sounds, it’s true. The Alabama High School Athletic Association designates Aug. 1 as the first day teams can practice for the 2016 season. So if you’ve … [Read more...]
Michael’s Song: Johnson Continuing Family Golf Legacy
By Lee Davis When Michael Johnson picked up his diploma at Auburn University last month, a strong case could be made that he was one of the finest players the Tiger golf program had ever produced. Johnson earned All-American and All-Southeastern Conference honors in his senior season. He was a semi-finalist for the prestigious Ben Hogan and Jack Nicklaus Awards and holds … [Read more...]
Mountain Tigers: Former Area Stars Part of Auburn Title Run
By Lee Davis Over The Mountain softball fans probably felt a little like deja vu while watching Auburn University’s impressive finish in the College Softball World Series in Oklahoma City last week. Four former area stars – Hoover’s Madison Dickey and Marcy Harper, Spain Park’s Madi Gipson and Mountain Brook’s Courtney Shea -- were all part of a Tiger team that won the … [Read more...]
Legends and Iron: Rebels’ Potter and Eagle Coach Lead 2016 All-OTM Baseball Team
By Lee Davis Sonny Potter’s genetic makeup might suggest that he’s a fine athlete. His grandfather was Jimmy Sidle, an All-American quarterback at Auburn University in the early 1960s. While Sidle’s footsteps are large, his grandson more than filled them in the 2016 baseball season. Potter was a driving force for Vestavia Hills as the Rebels posted a 30-8 record, at one time … [Read more...]