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Football is in the air I say this every year, but I really do love football! It can make grown men cry and upstanding women curse like sailors. The game evokes passion in people unlike any other sport especially in the South. We love our teams more than we love our sweet tea. And, just for the record, I am not talking about college teams. (That’s for another time and magazine…) High School football is more than a sport, it’s an event that rallies a community like no other. Just look at how the communities of Lineville and Ashland came together to support Central High School of Clay County last year in its inaugural first season. I watched several games over there and needless to say, it was electrifying as were games at Wadley, Woodland, Handley and Randolph County. That’s what football does. It excites people. But Friday Night Life isn’t just about the action that takes place between goal posts. The Life is all encompassing. It is the smell of popcorn, sight of pompoms waving proudly, the sound of the drum line warming up, and the yell of the crowd when the local football hero makes the game winning catch. We talk about Friday night all week in the grocery stores, classrooms and restaurants around the area. We know the players because most of us have watched them grow up or went to school with a relative of theirs. When I was in high school, I didn’t appreciate the Friday Night excitement as much as I do now. I went to the games but it was more about being seen than being a part of something bigger than me. Now I appreciate the finer points of the Friday Nights in the fall. I challenge each teenager that is a part of it no matter how big or small to cherish the time… You are making memories that you will tell stories about for the rest of your life. And 20 years from now, when you look back at this season, I hope the chills still come for you as they do for me when I tell of some of our football teams from back in the day!
Enjoy Friday Night Life! Kelly Caldwell
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WOODLAND BOBCATS 2013 FOOTBALL Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 13 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 1
at Bowdon at Victory Christian FULTONDALE at Ohatchee RANDOLPH COUNTY RANBURNE at Walter Wellborn PLEASANT VALLEY at Vincent CLEBURNE COUNTY
All games start at 7 p.m. Home games in all caps.
VARSITY ROSTER 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 15 16 17 18 20 21 22 25 30 31 33 34 41 45 50 52 54 57 58 60 63 64 65 68 69 70 71 72 74 75 78 79 80
Lakeland Phillips Colby Spears Jordan Herring Tyler Rollins Clay Gay Bradley Rainwater Justus Herring Trae Messer Kip Sims John Wes Adock Tyler Gay Hunter Baldwin Jordan Hopkins Elijah Phillips Jade Hopkins Trey Bradford John David Jacobs Kendall Hudson CJ Burke Axon Gay Keith Kyle Chris Spradlin James Allen Timmon Scott Nathan Parker Aaron Buttrill Jake Gay Jarod Lewis Parker Ratzlaff Levi Allums Hunter Henry Alonzo Cummings Bobby Taylor Austin Meadows Chadarius Parker Devonta Maffett Leahman H'Meadows Levi Noles Kyle Strain Landon Herring Kison Strain Tyler Davidson Marcus Purvine Calvin New
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Bobcats excited about 2013 Many milestones could be reached for the Woodland Bobcat's head coach Larry Strain this season. He enters his 15th season at the helm and sits on a record of 9473. It is likely he will record his 100th career win as a head coach this season, and he is the first to admit he likes what he is seeing out of this year's squad. "We are excited about our opportunities this season," Strain said. "For the last five years we have been playing with a 'missing class' because our junior and senior classes have been so small. "For the last two years we have had six seniors playing football, where this year we return 13 seniors (most of which have either started or gotten plenty of playing time for the last three years.)" Last year's campaign saw the Bobcats post a 10-3 record with a third round appearance in the Class 2A AHSAA football playoffs. "I wouldn't say we exceeded our expectations last year, but we did have a good year," Strain said. "Here at Woodland, it is not enough for us to just make the playoffs. Not to sound boastful, but we have made the playoffs 11 of the last 14 seasons. So our fans and players have come to expect postseason play." Ranked in the top 10 in Ala-
vance past the first round. Considering the Bobcats lost only three starters on both sides of the ball from last year's group, Woodland returns a strong nucleus of players including quarterback John Wes Adcock. He returns for his senior campaign after posting passing 1,377
Football 2013 Story by Kelly Caldwell Photos by Phillip Heard bama Sportswriters Association Class 2A preseason poll, the Bobcats hope to add to their playoff appearance streak as well as ad-
yards. "That's where everything starts for us especially on offense," Strain said. "He is a heck of a quarterback. He has a strong arm and sometimes that is his undoing. He is capable of throwing deep down field and really challenges our receiver corps." Up to the task of catching those long Adcock bombs include Kip Sims, Tyler Rollins, Kendall Hudson and John David Jacobs. Hudson returns for his junior year after sitting out with an injury for the entire 2012 season. "Before the first game he tore cartilage and missed the whole season," Strain said. "He was a pure athlete for us as a freshman and we expect big things from him this year." "With the exception of Mikey Howard, we didn't lose any of our skill guys," Strain said. "All our receivers are back and you will see different guys in there depending on what set we are in.
"Kip is probably my speed guy where Rollins is probably the most well rounded and consistent." Howard was the go to guy for hand offs last year with more than 1,400 rushing yard and 19 touchdowns. " We are going to miss Mikey, of course, but I think we have as much depth at running back this year as we did on the 2006 team," Strain said. Lakeland Phillips, Justus Herring, Colby Spears and Hudson will all be taking turns running the ball. The biggest question for the Bobcat offense is the line to replace the two lineman lost in Christian Burroughs and Al Davis. "That is certainly the biggest question, but we have a host of people that will play on the line," Strain said. Austin Meadows, Jake Gay, Alonzo Cummings, Devonta Maffett, Levi Noles and Aaron Buttrill will all see time on the line. Maffett also returns after sitting out for a year. "While we lost players to graduation, we got back two starters from two years ago for this season," Strain said. "Maffett and Hudson will both be big impact players for us on both sides of the ball." On defense Hudson will play free safety while Maffett will be one
anyone, will see action at defensive tackle or outside linebacker. Then 2012 All County selections Meadows, Cummings and Rollins also return to defense. Buttrill and Kison Strain will also be among the host of defensive lineman being used. Herring will be in the outside linebacker position or defensive end depending on the scheme the Bobcats are in at the time. "Justus is probably my best defensive player," Strain said. "He is an impact player for sure." Axon Gay and Rollins will fill the inside linebacker positions. "Tyler Rollins returns for his third year in that position," Strain said. "Last year, he recorded 82 solo tackles." In the secondary, the Bobcats will rotate between Hunter Baldwin, Sims, Adcock and Hudson. Fans can get a preview of the Bobcats on Aug. 23 when they travel to White Plains for their fall jamboree. Woodland opens the season on the road against Bowdon the following week. The Bobcats first home game is Sept. 13 against Fulof the defensive ends or linebackers. tondale. "It's tough opening the season "We end up having to play on with three games on the road, but both sides of the ball but we will it will pay off having more home rotate players in and out a lot." games later in the season," Strain Trae Messer, who Strain said said. probably had the best spring of
‘Southern Sounds and Florida Bound’ to Thrill Woodland Crowds The Woodland High School Band will take the field on Friday nights with 72 members. The theme of this year’s show is “Southern Sounds and Florida Bound”. Mr. Hamilton, the band director says “the band is pushing hard on the concept that we are one band working towards one goal and not a group of individuals working on multiple goals thanks to the Outback Bowl invite.” Musical selections for the half time show include: “7 Bridges
Road”, “Heartache Tonight”, “Gimme 3 Steps”, “Dixieland Delight” and “My Home's in Alabama"
Football 2013 Story by Leisel Caldwell Leadership roles in the band this year are Drum Major - Timothy Brooks, Flag Captain - Mellisa Nobbley, Dance Captain -- Beth Crenshaw, Percussion Captain -
Lane Mitch. The band has been fundraising since being invited to perform at the 2014 Outback Bowl in Tampa Florida on New Year’s Day. The band will march in The Outback Bowl Parade on New Year’s Eve and will perform at half time during the game in a mass band setting with other bands who were invited from across the country. Editor’s Note: A group photo of the Woodland Marching Band was not available at press time.
2013 Woodland Varsity Cheerleaders
Bottom Row L to R: Adre Bowen, Gabbie Gay, Allie Buttrill, Paige Smith; Middle Row L to R: Jaycee Carter, Alexis Young, Micayla Richardson, Cody Yeargan; Top Row L to R: Macie Edwards- Captain, Leah Strain- Co-Captain, Zoe Arrington, Tansy Parmer.
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CENTRAL VOLUNTEERS 2013 Football Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 13 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 1
at Trinity DALLAS COUNTY at Elmore County HOLTVILLE MUNFORD at Childersburg HANDLEY at Beulah at Dadeville MADISON ACADEMY
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2013 Central Volunteer Football Roster 03 04 06 07 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
Lamonyn Burney Jo Jo Staples Chris Briskey Lane Elliott J T Burns Anthony Wood Shamer Slack Deidric Rutledge Marcus Sandlin Jaylon Lyles Evan Whitehead Kyle Nelson Deandra Wills Deon Drummonds Tyrese Henderson J J Jennings Jacob Lett Kendrick Turman John David Morgan Spencer Thomas Caleb Duke Kwasi Jennings Logan Cooper David Zheng Marcus Heflin Bobby Carter
33 Brent McVay 35 Ryan James 36 Daylan Buchanan 37 Isaac Andrews 38 Hunter Bickerstaff 39 Jesus Escamilla 41 Tyler Smith 42 Jaylon Clark 43 Clay Tuck 45 Kaleb Bryant 46 Payton Reynolds 48 Cole Wakefield 49 Timothy Henry 50 Neal Anderson 51 Jacob Brown 52 D J Denny 53 Lane Browning 54 Aaron Milstead 55 Noah Leary 56 Dawson Taylor 57 Hilton Young 58 Colby Robinson 59 Adam Brown 60 Aaron Boyd 61 Caleb Brown 62 Eli Johnson
63 Billy Ray Hamlin 64 Jared Boswell 65 Brady Allen 66 Cal Riley 67 Josh Smith 68 Logan Camp 69 Dakota Jones 70 Justin Denney 71 Garrett Yates 72 Patrick Heard 73 Tre’ Kidd 74 Jacob Reeves 75 Adam Milam 76 Malik Drummonds 77 Nic Lett 80 Gage Brasher 81 Dion Thomas 82 Jeremy Thomas 83 Andrew Milstead 84 Dexter Scales 85 C J Strong 86 D J Ford 87 Blair Lacy 88 Tristan Taylor 89 Brody Nelson 90 Casey Jones 92 Zack Horn
Volunteers Want More than Round 2 Central High School of Clay County Volunteers might have a new head coach in their second season, but the coach isn't worried about missing a beat. "Last year Coach Steve Giddens was the perfect choice for starting this program," Volunteers head coach Kris Herron said. "He had a unique perspective that no one else really had." Giddens played high school football at Clay County High School and was the head coach for the Lineville Aggies for 13 years. "He knew where people from both schools were coming from when the schools combined to form Central High School," Herron said. "And I don't know anyone else like that. He understand what both sides were going through." Giddens resigned as head football coach in June and was named
principal a few weeks later. He will remain as athletic director for Central High School of Clay
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County. Herron was the defensive coordinator in his first year with the Volunteers after leading the Clay County Panthers for the previous three seasons. "He was great to me," Herron said. "He always asked my opinion, we didn't always agree but he was super to me. "We really aren't going to miss a beat as far as coaching is concerned," Herron said. "We are used to winning and we want to build on the excitement of last season." The Volunteers won the region last season but fell short in the second round of the playoffs. "Obviously, we ended a little short of what we ideally wanted, but it was a very successful year." Herron said. The volunteers graduated 21 seniors from last year's squad. "We lost a lot of good football players and we only have about
11 starters returning this year," Herron said. "We have 13 seniors on this squad which is a small class. They all played a lot last year, but we are going to have some question marks for sure. "It will be a different team than last year and we have to establish our identity," he said. "That's true for every team, but this group is
doing what they need to do to prepare. We had a good spring and summer workouts have gone well so far." The Volunteers do have a lot of game experience returning includ-
ing quarterback Anthony Wood. "He got good playing time last year," Herron said. "Coach Burns did a great job of working him into situations last season before the game was in hand. So Anthony got to feel that game on the line pressure, which will benefit us this year." Nic Lett returns for his senior
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season on the offensive line and Herron will be relying on him to provide needed leadership on a young line. "That's where we are young and small," Herron said. "But Lett and Devin Denny both have experience on the line and we will be counting on them to lead the line." The Volunteers will rely on Chris Briskey and JoJo Staples in the receiver position while Jaylon Lyles will fill the running back/tailback slot. "We expect them to make some plays for us when the opportunity is there," Herron said. "Jaylon saw some quarterback action last year, but we are going to be using him more at running back this season. He is a good downhill runner." On defense, the Volunteers have a few more returning starters.
"Payton Reynolds saw a lot of playing time last year as a sophomore and he returns as one of our linebackers," Herron said. "Then DeAndra Wills returns at tight end and defensive tackle. We are looking for big things from him on both sides of the ball. He will be a big part of our team's success this season." Deidric Rutledge also returns for his senior season at cornerback. "Deidric got hurt last year in Montgomery (during the preseason game) and didn't play a down the rest of the season. He has come back from his foot injury and is ready for his senior year," Herron said. The Volunteers open the season on the road against Trinity. "They won't do things to hurt themselves," Herron said. "We will have to be on our game right out of the shoot."
Central High School of Clay County begins region play at home on September 6 against Dallas County. "We don't know a lot about them this year because they have a new coach," Herron said. "But one thing I do know, the home stands will be packed for the region opener. "The fans last year were incredible. Players and coaches feed off that energy," he said. "We had exceptional crowds last year and we are very fortunate to have that support. The schedule gets tougher after week 5, when the Volunteers will play Childersburg, Handley and Beulah before closing region -play with Dadeville. "Hopefully when we get to the second half of the season we are still in contention for one of those top playoff spots," Herron said.
2013 Central High School of Clay County Marching Band
Marching Volunteers Going Crazy Central High School of Clay County Volunteers Marching Band will be embracing its crazy side this football season. "When it came to picking the theme this year, we went a little off book," Russell Hathcock, CCHS band director, said. "I have always wanted to do a "Crazy" theme and this year it just worked out." The Marching Volunteers will open the show with Prince's "Let's Go Crazy" followed by Queen's "Crazy Little Thing Called Love."
"This is where it gets interest-
Football 2013 Story and Photos by Kelly Caldwell ing," Hathcock said. "We are writing a version of Patsy Cline's 'Crazy' and then halfway through we transition into Ozzy Osbourne's 'Crazy Train' before closing the show going back to Patsy Cline's 'Crazy.'
"We are being ambitious with this show, but the kids seem to love it," he said. The Marching Volunteers are under the field direction of Caitlin Cline. "She was a flute player for us for several years and was a section leader before taking the helm this year," Hathcock said. The Marching Volunteers consist of 90 members and will compete in two band competitions this fall.
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2013 Central High School of Clay County Cheerleaders
Front row left to right: Madison Williams, Marina Sudduth, Brent Coleman, Paige Moore, Taylor Nappier. Second row L to R: Callen Brown, Haleigh Ford, Danielle Walker, Robert McNatt. 3rd row L to R: Emily Lett, Madison Varnadore, Alexis Ford. Not pictured: Alissa Mayer and Allison Phillips
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HANDLEY TIGERS 2013 FOOTBALL Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 13 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 1
at Beauregard HOLTVILLE at Childersburg DALLAS COUNTY ANNISTON at Elmore County at Central Clay County DADEVILLE at Beulah DORA
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Handley Tigers 2013 Varsity Roster Number
Player
Position
RB/DB
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Tez Watts
FB/LB
Marcellous Floyd
WR/DB
36
Josh Hatcher
TE/LB
3
Marquious Watkins
DB/TE
39
Connor Smith
TE/DE
4
Laquandous Heflin
RB/LB
42
DeAndre Moore
FB/LB
5
JaDarian Foster
WR/DB
51
Trae Drake
OL/DL
6
Sharvarski Calloway
WR/DB
53
Andrew Owens
OL/DL
7
Kelvin Kelley
TE/DE
54
Jordan Trammell
OL/DL
8
Malcolm Phillips
WR/LB
55
Quandale Trammell
OL/DL
10
Jay Brown
WR/DB
56
Rashun Hawkins
OL/DL
11
Hudson Burns
FB/DB
58
Colton Murphy
OL/DE
12
Rhett Fetner
QB/DB
59
Brian Cottle
OL/DE
14
Jay Allen
WR/DB
60
Luis Velazquez
OL/DL
15
Todderick Burton
WR/DB
62
Will Clark
C/LB
16
Slay Whaley
WR/LB
63
Timmy Yarbough
OL/DL
64
Jacob Pike
OL/DL
17
Malik Meadows
QB/RB/DB
65
Clayton Owens
C/DL
18
Damian Ware
FB/LB
68
Damarious Stephens
OL/DL
19
Cody Foster
QB/DB
69
Bart Boyd
OL/LB
20
Mykale Trammell
WR/DB
70
Beau Robinson
OL/DL
21
Damein Harris
WR/DB
71
Skylar Baldwin
OL/DL
23
Dakelton Daniels
FB/LB
72
Allen Kelley
OL/DE
24
Spanky Watts
FB/LB
73
Shane Adams
OL/DL
25
Sherrod Curry
RB/DB
74
Steven Adams
OL/DL
27
Jerreion Williams
RB/LB
75
Colby Ussery
OL/DL
29
Jacob Stahmer
TE/LB
77
Eric Velazquez
OL/DL
30
Quincy Morris
TE/LB
79
Seth May
OL/DL
31
Tyler Blackstone
TE/DB
80
Christian Nash
TE/LB
32
Dre Watkins
WR/DB
84
Tristen Hamlin
TE/LB
Number
Player
Position
1
Mikeia Trammell
2
Young Tigers Expected to Step Up Plagued by injuries for most of the 2012 season, the Handley Tigers are looking for more this year, but they will have their work cut out for them filling voids left by graduation. "You can't lose a player like Brad (Bozeman) and not feel it," Handley Tigers coach Mike Battles said. "He was the bell cow for the offensive line and you have Trae Kyles that was Mr. Athlete. "We had some good seniors last year, but we were bit by the injury bug all season." The Tigers fell short in the second round of the playoffs and ended the year with a 7-5 record. Five players off that squad signed to play college football including Bozeman who reported to the Uni-
versity of Alabama earlier this month.
petitor better." Battles was impressed with his younger players during spring training, and they have continued to show improvement so far this fall. Story by Kelly Caldwell "We have some young kids that have made up time because they are Photos by Christy Fordham so smart," Battles said. "They just Battles and the Tigers have been understand the game and it makes preparing for the 2013 campaign it easy on us as coaches." since the 2012 season ended and are Cody Foster will be the field genmore than ready to take the field. eral for the Tigers this season and "When you play football at has experience in the role for his Handley, you have to be committed senior year. to get that red jersey," Battles said. "He played quarterback some "We have a year-round weight pro- last year," Battles said. "He has the gram and that's where it starts. It experience but this will be the first doesn't hurt anyone to work out time he is that role as a starter." with weights. It doesn't matter if Connor Smith and Eric Veyou are a football player or on the lazquez will anchor the offensive debate team. It makes every comline.
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"They have been starters for us some time," Battles said. "Both of these guys were starters for the championship team." Beau Robinson, Colton Murphy, Marcellous Floyd and Seth May will also see time on the line. "Our coaching staff tries to package offense and defense where the best players are on the field at all times," Battles said. "And, if we can keep those 300 pounders fresh, we are ahead of the game." Others that will see action for the Tigers on offense include Shane Anderson, Allen Kelley and Quincy Morris. Jerreion Williams, Damien Ware and Damien Harris will more than likely handle running the ball for the Tigers. "All these guys had a really great spring," Battles said. The defense will see more familiar faces helping the Tigers. "Damian and Jarrion will be on the outside," Battles said. "And Luis Velasquez and Robinson will be at tackle." Tez Watkins will see time at middle linebacker but there will also be some new faces in the mix. "Malik Meadows and Jay Brown
Marquise Watkins will play strong safety for the Tigers, that is once he and Damien Harris return from National Guard basic training. "At the beginning of the summer they reported for duty," Battles said. "They came to me in the spring to let me know and their lockers are right where they left them waiting on them to return. "They both did a good job for us in the spring, and if they are mature enough to give up their summer to do this, then the least I can do, is make sure they have a place on the team when they return. They left here are boys but they are coming back as men." The Tigers will also see a new face in the kicking game. Hudson Burns will handle the duties for Handley this season. "We are confident in him for our kicking game," Battles said. "He takes a lot of pressure off us beare two starters," Battles said. "They cause he can make that football talk. stepped up in the spring and will be Kicking for us is top priority, we just have to keep him healthy." an asset for us. The Tigers will face Randolph "We have some younger players County in their fall jamboree on that can go in and give our other August 23. guys time to rest."
"We are excited about that," Battles said. "It's close to home and will be good for the community. We like playing close to home any chance we get. We shouldn't have to drive 200 miles to play a regular season game like we have in the past. Hopefully we will get to schedule some closer non-region games next season." The Tigers travel to Beauregard for the season opener August 30 before hosting Holtville on September 6 to open region play.
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Handley High School Marching Band
Photo by Patricia Guinn The Handley Band is taking on a more theatrical performance this year by performing music from the musical Les Miserables. The song selection includes, “Do You Hear the People Sing”, “Look Down”, “Master of the House”, and “I Dreamed a Dream”. “This is a very different show because of the theatrical elements involved. Students are really enjoying the visual elements as well as more body movements and horn moves” says Band
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says Tiner, We put the entire show on the field by Thursday of the second week. The students have Story by Leisel Caldwell worked extremely hard rain and Director, Jesse Tiner. Tiner goes on shine, inside and out! Their proto explain “we have a new Pearl gress since day 1 is very impresdrum line and flags that will ensive.” The 2013 Handley High hance the theatrical elements. Aux- School Marching Band includes 82 iliary will have a Friday night uni- members. The band is being lead form and a special Les Miserables by Drum Major, Justice Knight. time period costume to use at con- Section leaders include Ali Pike, tests”. flutes and Preston Winkles, clariBand camp was “awesome” nets.
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2013 Handley Varsity Cheerleaders
Bottom row: Chelsea Brown, Caitlin Neighbors, Anna Bonner, Selena Cottle; 2nd row: Keoshane Allen, LaRavian Atkinson, Kieauna Strickland, Sydney Bailey, Regan Self, Jessica Lyons; 3rd row standing: Bronwyn Rampy, Madeline Traylor, Monica Roundtree, Madeline Farmer, Annie Towers, Heather Cook, Harli Hodges, Jennifer Kirby
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RCHS TIGERS 2013 FOOTBALL Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 13 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 1
at Gaston at Isabella at LaFayette REELTOWN at Woodland MONTGOMERY ACA. at Lanett at Horseshoe Bend PRATVILLE CHRISTIAN OPEN
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RCHS 2013 Varsity Roster 1 2 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 14 16 17 18 21 22 24 25 26 27 30 32 33 35 37 40 42 52 53 54 55 56 58 60 61 62 64 66 71 72 77 81 83 88
Raheem Edwards Andrew Prestridge Will Sledge Lane Henderson Dontae Freeman Dontae Bell Matthew Mote Elijah McFarland Levi Scarbary Braxton Lackey Freddie Valesquez Dustin Farrow John Mark Prestridge Jeffery Henderson Jason Davenport J R Roundtree D J Marable Zack Baker Willis Knight John Wright Seth Hannah Reco Hannah Jonah Bailey Reco Nelson Dillon Godwin Manasses Maimen Tyler Harper Jessie Parker Levi Phillips Eddie Richards Chris Heard Colton Cooper Christian Benefield Chris Morris Romello Lyons Eric Henderson Drake Haynes Keith Clark Spencer McCain Melvin Sims Lucus Bell Zavion Rachel Martavious Boyd
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Tigers Looking for Answers Coach Pat Prestridge is in a familiar position as he leads the Randolph County for the second time in a decade. Prestridge coached the Tigers from 2001-2007 which included the Tigers only state title in 2003. "I have been back at Randolph County for three years as an assistant coach and am excited about returning to lead the Tigers," Prestridge said. Prestridge took over the program toward the end of the season last year when former coach Randy Sparks was relieved of his coaching duties. "These players have been through a lot," he said. "It was a tough year and hopefully we can put it behind us and move forward." The Tigers did see some success despite the adversity including a playoff appearance for the first time since 2006. “We want to bring that pride and tradition back to Randolph County High School,” Prestridge said. “We have to get it back. Other teams don't respect us like they used to. We are having to
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change some attitudes. They are great kids, but when you get on that field, you have to be tough.” With only four seniors, however, it may be an uphill battle for the Tigers. "You have to teach these players about pride and selfdiscipline before you can worry about the x's and o's of football," Prestridge said. "We are a young bunch and we have our work cut out for us." Willis Knight returns for his senior campaign after being named to the Class 2A All State Team in 2012 as a wide receiver. "He really has his work cut out for him this year because he is on people's radar," Prestridge said. "We are hoping for big things out of him." Elijah McFarland, Reco Hannah, Levi Scarbary and Braxton Lackey round out the receivers for the Tigers. "We are so young that we throw them into different situations and will have to see what happens," Prestridge said. McFarland, a junior, who moved from Temple, GA over the
summer and is also competing for the quarterback slot with sophomore John Mark Prestridge and junior Lane Henderson. "There really are a lot more questions than answers right now," Prestridge said. "We won't really have definitive answers until after the scrimmage with Handley. "Anyone can look good in shorts, the true answers come when you put the pads on." Carrying the ball for the Tigers will be Reco Nelson who returns at tailback. Hannah and Scarbary will also be in the mix. The other returning senior for the Tigers is Keith Clark who returns at guard. Prestridge is also counting on juniors Levi Phillips and Zack Baker. "Both those guys saw some ac-
tion last year and we are looking for them to contribute more this season," Prestridge said. The Tigers will keep their opponents guessing with multiple offense that will focus on the running game. "We will keep people wondering what is next," Prestridge said. "We will run 10 to 20 different formations. While we may be more of a run team, don't think we won't throw it." The uncertainty continues for Randolph County on defense. "Defense we are really young and time will tell who is going to step up for us," Prestridge said. "We are real young. Maybe three guys started last year that are back for us. We don't have a lot of varsity experience and we are a little weak in strength. "We are looking at different per-
sonnel. The four seniors will more than likely start but it's not guaranteed. It depends on how they react to practice and the game situation during the scrimmage. Sophomore Will Sledge has earned kicking duties on special teams for the Tigers. "We have him for extra points and short distance field goals," Prestridge said. ". It is hard to find kickers because it seems like no one wants to do it. But Will has gone to several camps this summer and is continuing to improve. We really don't know his range." J.R. Roundtree will handle kickoffs and possibly long range field goals and Dustin Farrow will be the long snapper. The Tigers open the preseason with Handley on Aug. 23. The regular season opens on the road with Gaston the following week.
2013 Randolph County Marching Band
RCHS Tiger Band goes ‘Into the Night’ A larger and growing band program is cause for much excitement with The Randolph County High School Marching Band in 2013. The band will be taking the field with 43 members. Band director Adrian Peters says “we have a young band and they have worked extremely hard to put on this exciting show”. The theme for this year’s show is “Into The Night”. The show consists of the follow-
ing music: “I Gotta Feeling” by Paul Tom Wallace. There will also be a Murtha, “Rock That Body” by Nick trumpet solo by Breanna Nicholson Baratta, “Calle Ocho/Llorando Se during this year’s half time show. Fue” by Jay Dawson, a drum feature A strong bad program has strong leadership and this year’s leaders include: Drum Major, Cessily Goodwin; Percussion Captain, Robert TitStory by Leisel Caldwell tle; Brass Captain, Breanna NicholPhoto by Amanda Causey son; Color Guard Captain, Karla Trejo and Co-Captain, Taylor Reywith “Chili Cheese Dog” by Chris nolds; Danceline Captain, Brianna Crockarel and “We Are Young” by Screws and Co-Captain Mayra Ortiz.
Football 2013
2013 Varsity RCHS Cheerleaders
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WADLEY BULLDOGS 2013 Football Aug. 29 Sept. 6 Sept. 13 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 1
HORSESHOE BEND VEBENA at Fayetteville TALLADEGA CO CENTRAL at Gasaton at St. Jude WINTERBORO at Lochapoka at Notasulga BEULAH
All games start at 7 p.m.
WADLEY BULLDOGS Varsity Roster 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 27 33 34 40 50 51 52 55 58 64 65 66 70 77 83 85
Devin Freeman Tyrese Sheppard Austin Hendrix Dakota Brown John David Fordham Caleb Calhoun Chandler McLain Wesley Caldwell Devarsie Greathouse Kamaury Avery Brandon Norris Bradley Melton Cam Mitcham Glenn Depriest Logan Richardson Cale Mitcham Chance McCormick Tristan Coker Ethan Howard Jerry Dye Hunter Lingerfelt Jeffery Brown Johnathan Clark
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Bulldogs Welcome Back Fordham The Wadley Bulldogs are in familiar territory once again as they welcome head coach Ken Fordham to the team, but this time it is a homecoming of sorts. "About 20 years ago, I was the assistant coach for football under Edward Beverly here at Wadley," Fordham said. "It is very enjoyable here at Wadley. I feel like I belong. I know a lot of people here. That's how it was years ago, for the people of Wadley it is a matter of ownership in the program. "There is a lot of pride here at Wadley, and since taking over, there are have been countless people that have come and offered their help and support. And, the funny thing is it's a lot of the same people that were offering help and support when I was here the first time." Fordham has hit the ground running to get the Bulldogs ready for the upcoming season since taking over the program in early July and so far he likes what he sees. "One of the biggest things I have noticed about these kids, is
they are constantly going to work," Fordham said. "They show up 30 minutes early to practice wanting to learn something new. A lot of times you don't see that hunger. Sometimes it's like pulling teeth. It makes coaching easier when they are willing to work like this."
Football 2013 Story by Kelly Caldwell Photo by Ellen Sims The Bulldogs were a touchdown away from making the class 1A playoffs last season and the will to win is evident. "They are hungry for sure,"
Fordham said. "I hope we can turn the corner this season, and we want to win the right way." Nine seniors will lead the way for the Bulldogs this season, but Fordham is quick to point out he wants the best athletes on the field at all times. "We have some athletes here at Wadley," he said. "If you are good enough to play, you are going to be on the field. And with 23 kids on the roster, they are going to have to play multiple positions." Bradley Melton will anchor the experienced offensive line for the Bulldogs at center while 2012 All County selection Jerry Dye returns with added leadership. "Most of these guys will be interchangeable on the line," Fordham said. "We are going to do things to get people in the game." Others that will see action on the line include Glenn Depreist, Cale Mitcham, Hunter Lingerfelt, BRandon Norris, Jeffery Brown, Tristan Coker and Ethan Howard. Caleb Calhoun and Dakota Brown will both see action at quarterback for Wadley. "These two are going to be big assts to the program." Fordham
said. "I believe in the two quarterback system. The second is just as valuable as the starter to me because if your first guy goes down you better have someone to replace him quick." When not in the field general role, Brown will be in the mix at receiver along with Johnathan Clark, Devin Freeman and Austin Hendrix. Sophomore Kamaury Avery was the workhorse for the Bulldogs last season at running back with 1,156 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns on 167 carries. "I have watched spring film on him and saw him play as an eighth grader," Fordham said. "He and Chandler McLain are very aggressive. We want to put them in situations to most benefit the team." Devarsie Greathouse and John David Fordham will also run the ball for the Bulldogs. On defense, the leadership will be more of the same. "It is going to be mostly upperclassman," Fordham said. "I have studied film to see what these guys have done in the past but I am also talking to them to see what they think their strengths are. "We are changing things up from what Wadley has done in the past but we haven't had any belly aching. These guys want to win." The Bulldogs open the season Aug. 29 at home against Horseshoe Bend where Wadley leads the series 11-10. "That's always a big game for Wadley," Fordham said. "And, it's a fun way to start the season. Wadley beat them for a number of years but in recent history Horseshoe Bend has evened the record out. "Our goal for the season is to stay healthy," he said. "In 1A football, three or four injuries can wipe your season out. Our guys are going to work that's for sure, so we just have to keep them healthy. We want to have success here, not for myself but for my players."
2013 Wadley Varsity Cheerleaders
Front Row (l-r): Megan Costley (Co-Captain), Hannah Phillips (Captain) Middle Row (l-r): Megan Stewart, Ashley Roberts, Jessica Alexander Back Row (l-r): Stormie Reaves, Madison McGill, La'Tia Williamson, Mary Grace Brown
What’s Football without a Good Movie It's that time of year again where we hit our local stadiums and cheer for our favorite teams, football style. The boys of fall have trained all summer long to give us that adrenaline pumping ride that brings friends and family together - and memories that last a lifetime. So with all that excitement in our own backyards, Hollywood studios have been trying for decades to bring us the most human, unique or hilarious moments on that gridiron field. Taking a look at the surprisingly small list of films that do exist, I was surprised to find that there are only two genres for a football film; comedy or drama. So here are 3 films that stand out for me when I smell that fresh green this fall. Remember The Titans - The film takes place circa 1971 in a segregated high school in an ever changing America. I'm 30 years old and it's a hard pill to swallow that our football fields were divided once, but through the common love for the game we came together and played as one. We
Football 2013 Story by Andy Petty have come a long way since but with racial tension still in the air today, "Remember The Titans" title says it all. Remember what the kids and coaches and their families went through to break the racial wall down. I would say that this is quintessential viewing for kids today. Watch this as a family and have a Q&A with them about all the things that still exist today and what they can do for our future. You'll be surprised
of the magic a wellmade movie will do for sculpting minds. Denzel Washington plays coach Herman Boone, a black man hired to take over a white coach's (Will Patton as Coach Bill Yoast) position that is nominated for the Virginia High School Hall of Fame. Seeing the reactions of boycott and racism emerge from the high school's decision of hiring Coach Boone, Coach Yoast decides the right thing to do in bringing his team together is taking an assistant coach job alongside Boone. An all-star supporting cast (including a young Hayden Panettiere & Ryan Gosling) contributes to an excellent true story about friendships made and community brought together through an all-American sport. Rudy - The best movies in life aren't the ones that gross a billion dollars or become overnight household names. If you were to ask what the best Christmas movie of all time in 1984, more than likely you wouldn't say
1983's "A Christmas Story" was the best holiday movie ever made. But in 2013, that is the status that little Xmas movie has. So when it comes to sports movies, especially football - "Rudy" takes it's trophy to the hall of fame. Before even reading this article you probably guessed this one would be discussed, and honestly I think I would do you a disservice not to mention it's cult status it now has earned. The message this film has for it's audience is that no matter what your passion or dream, you can achieve it. Daniel Eugene "Rudy" Ruettiger has a dream of playing football at The University of Notre Dame, but has to overcome obstacles that push him to the very limit. When we're looking back on our lives would we rather see our dreams when we lay our head down on the pillow at night or see them in the history books. So this fall when you see that de-
termined kid/teenager or a signed player who doesn't look the part of the titans that rule the field, just think of "Rudy! Rudy! Rudy!" The Blind Side - Another tale of overcoming all obstacles life throws your way. Everything happens for a reason and Michael Oher was mean't to be seen on the field. How he got there is history, written in the Hollywood history books of course. Leigh Anne Tuohy (played by the incomparable Sandra Bullock) plays a southern woman who decides to take in a new student to her home that has just enrolled in her kids private school. That student happens to be Michael Oher who has been in and out of foster homes and has little to look forward to in life. Hope comes from the most unexpected places and that salvation comes from The Tuohy Family. It's looking beyond the field and changing one's life
that makes this a timeless tale. Although the 3 films I touched on were heavy dramas with messages, there is no reason not to take the game more lightly. I do have to mention that one of my favorite family football comedies is "Little Giants" with Rick Moranis & Ed'Oneil. Everyone knows that you have to start out at that early age to become the athlete of tomorrow. One truly hilarious comedy that deserves more viewing treatment. Also don't forget some of those hilarious comedies of yesteryear that deserve dusting off for viewing - The Longest Yard (1974), North Dallas Forty (1979) and Wildcats (1986). The last great football comedy was "The Replacements" that is hard to believe came out 13 years ago. So go out this fall and cheer for your team, because you never know what local will be our hero tomorrow.
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Woodland, Clay Central make AWSA Preseason Poll The complete poll, including all schools receiving votes and the panel of voters is listed below, with first-place votes and the 2012 record in parentheses.
12, Andalusia (6-5) 6, Lincoln (6-6) 5, 9. Hackleburg (10-2) 73 DAR (5-6) 3, Sardis (6-5) 2, Central10. Berry (8-5) 62 Florence (7-4) 1, Hillcrest-Evergreen (2Others receiving votes: Notasulga 8) 1. (8-4) 37, Ragland (9-1) 24, Gaylesville (3-7) 13, Hubbertville (9-4) 11, Parrish (5-5) 9, McIntosh (8-6) 4, Spring GarClass 3A Class 6A den (9-3) 2, Cedar Bluff (10-1) 1. 1. Madison Acad. (33) (13-2) 405 1. Hoover (34) (15-0) 408 2. Leeds (1) (11-2) 297 2. Clay-Chalkville (12-2) 297 3. Piedmont (11-1) 253 AISA 3. McGill-Toolen (11-1) 241 4. Fayette Co. (12-3) 252 1. Edgewood Acad. (31) (14-0) 399 4. Auburn (11-2) 240 5. Straughn (9-4) 188 2. Clarke Prep (2) (11-2) 309 5. Opelika (10-5) 195 6. T.R. Miller (10-2) 169 3. Tuscaloosa Acad. (1) (13-0) 255 6. Mountain Brook (11-2) 109 7. Deshler (9-4) 90 4. Restoration (13-1) 187 7. Tuscaloosa County (9-3) 84 8. Daleville (10-1) 70 5. Pickens Acad. (10-3) 164 8. Florence (7-4) 78 9. Geraldine (9-3) 62 6. Fort Dale Acad. (8-4) 154 9. Davidson (8-2) 63 10. Hamilton (10-1) 52 7. Pike Liberal. (1-9) 137 10. Carver-Montgomery (12-2) 46 Others receiving votes: W.S. Neal 8. Lee-Scott (11-2) 93 Others receiving votes: Vestavia (9-3) 40, Opp (6-4) 16, Trinity (9-3) 15, 9. Crenshaw Chr. (7-5) 69 Hills (10-3) 42, Oxford (6-4) 38, Bob Hanceville (7-4) 11, Bayside (7-5) 10, 10. Macon-East (6-5) 63 Jones (8-4) 31, Daphne (8-4) 16, CenLauderdale Co. (12-2) 7, Colbert Co. (8tral-Phenix City (7-4) 13, Blount (6-5) Others receiving votes: Ashford Acad. (9-4) 48, Monroe Acad. (10-2) 34, 10, Decatur (7-4) 10, Enterprise (7-4) 5, 5) 1. Sparta Acad. (5-6) 8, Glenwood Acad. Spain Park (10-3) 5, Shades Valley (5-6) (7-4) 7, Escambia Acad. (6-5) 4, Ma4, Foley (8-4) 3. rengo Acad. (7-5) 3, Autauga Acad. (10-2) 2, Coosa Valley Acad. (4-7) 1, Class 5A by Alabama Sports Jackson Acad. (3-7) 1. 1. McAdory (17) (14-1) 348 Writers Association The Alabama Sports Writers Associa2. Spanish Fort (12) (14-1) 321 tion prep committee members are: Paul 3. Homewood (3) (9-2) 249 Beaudry (Chairman), Alabama Media Class 2A 4. Benjamin Russell (1) (11-2) 234 Group; Josh Bean, AL.com; Ed Bailey, 1. Tanner (33) (14-0) 404 5. Jackson (1) (9-2) 217 Alexander City Outlook; Andrew Garner, 2. Washington Co. (1)(13-2) 261 6. St.Paul’s (11-3) 135 Andalusia Star-News; Jonathan Deal, Ath3. Reeltown (12-2) 257 7. Hartselle (8-5) 108 ens News Courier; Brandon Miller, Annis4. Walter Wellborn (9-3) 222 8. Muscle Shoals (13-1) 95 ton Star; Jeff Sentell, Birmingham News; Adam Robinson, Brewton Standard; Rob 5. Fyffe (11-1) 184 9. Cullman (10-3) 80 Rice, Blount Countian; Shannon Fagan, 6. Oakman (10-2) 174 10. Demopolis (9-3) 72 Cherokee Herald; Ross Wood, Clarke Co. Others receiving votes: Briarwood 7. Mobile Chr. (9-4) 116 Democrat; Rob Ketcham, Cullman Times; Chr. (6-7) 40; Eufaula (8-3) 19, Vigor (8- 8. G.W. Long (10-2) 113 Jonathon Bentley, Daily Mountain Eagle; 9. Lanett (8-2) 53 4) 10, Fort Payne (10-1) 4, SouthsideJustin Graves, Decatur Daily; David Mun10. Woodland (10-3) 43 Gadsden (6-4) 4, Russellville (9-3) 1, dee, Dothan Eagle; Lee Peacock, Evergreen Wenonah (10-2) 1. Others receiving votes: Lamar Co. Courant; Newton Peters, Florala News; (9-4) 37, Sweet Water (11-3) 27, N. Gregg Dewalt, Florence TimesDaily; Lew Sand Mountain (8-3) 20, Fultondale Gilliland, Fort Payne Times-Journal; DenClass 4A nis Victory, Freelance (Birmingham); Chris (10-3) 11, Cottonwood (5-5) 5, Elba (61. UMS-Wright (28) (13-2) 389 McCarthy, Gadsden Messenger; Nick 5) 4, Ohatchee (2-8) 4, Sand Rock (5-6) 2. Oneonta (6) (14-1) 319 Johnston, Gadsden Times; Davis Potter, 2, Sheffield (6-6) 1. 3. Calera (8-3) 229 Hamilton Journal Record; Daniel Boyette, 4. Charles Henderson (9-4) 215 Huntsville Times; Ben Thomas, Mobile Class 1A 5. Central-Clay Co. (10-2) 182 Press-Register; Stacy Long, Montgomery 1. Brantley (26) (15-0) 376 6. Dadeville (10-2) 178 Advertiser; Robert Carter, North Jefferson 2. Marion Co. (2) (13-2) 263 7. Beauregard (11-2) 104 News; Jason Galloway, Opelika-Auburn 3. Linden (2) (11-2) 259 8. Dora (12-2) 75 News; Shannon Allen, Sand Mountain Reporter; Jason Bowen, Scottsboro Daily Sen4. Pickens Co. (3) (11-3) 246 9. Madison Co. (12-2) 73 tinel; Lavonte Young, Talladega Daily 5. Maplesville (1) (11-2) 238 10. Cleburne Co. (5-5) 58 Home; Cory Diaz, Tallassee Tribune; An6. Addison (7-3) 141 Others receiving votes: drew Carroll, Tuscaloosa News; Griffin 7. R.A. Hubbard (7-5) 90 J.O.Johnson (11-2) 41, Tallassee (9-3) Pritchard, Wetumpka Herald. 27, Munford (8-4) 18, Thomasville (8-3) 8. Geneva Co. (8-3) 89
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