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DJ James, Riley Leonard and Brady Wilson are just a few Baldwin County natives who have made their names known across the college football landscape. Each was named to a watch list at their position entering the 2023 season where James, a former Spanish Fort Toro, was named to the Bronko Nagurski Watch List. Leonard, a former Fairhope Pirate, was named to the Maxwell Award Watch List and Wilson, another former Toro, was added to the Rimington Trophy Watch List.
Baldwin County well represented on college football rosters
College football season has arrived and across the country, it’s hard to find a roster that doesn’t include a Baldwin County native. From the SEC to the Mountain West Conference and … more
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Orange Beach wide receiver Grant Bilbo fights for a jump ball in the end zone in the final minutes of Friday's season-opening game against the Milton Panthers at the Orange Beach Sportsplex. However, an official flagged Bilbo for offensive pass interference and barred the Makos' last-second attempt.
Pass interference prevents Orange Beach's comeback attempt against Milton
ORANGE BEACH — A pass interference penalty erased the Orange Beach Makos’ final attempt at the end zone Friday night in the regular-season opener. Instead of a touchdown, the hosts were … more
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Bayside Academy sophomore Damien Tate falls into the end zone with a 37-yard touchdown pass from Samuel Dunn in the first half of the Admirals’ season-opening game against the Elberta Warriors at Freedom Field Friday, Aug. 25. Tate finished with two touchdown grabs to help Bayside Academy earn a 33-7 win.
Dunn-Tate connection helps propel Bayside Academy football to 33-7 win over Elberta
DAPHNE — Sophomore sensations Samuel Dunn and Damien Tate have been best friends for years and Friday night at Freedom Field, that connection resulted in a pair of passing touchdowns that … more
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Gulf Shores’ Jordan Watson (19) and Carter Byrd (4) finish their pursuit of a St. Michael ballcarrier during the season-opening game between the Dolphins and Cardinals at Mickey Miller Blackwell Stadium Thursday night. The Dolphins went on to earn a 41-20 win.
Gulf Shores secures 41-20 victory over St. Michael in football season opener
GULF SHORES — The Gulf Shores Dolphins made a powerful statement in their first game of the season with a 41-20 win over the St. Michael Cardinals. The game not only showcased performances … more
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Fairhope’s PJ Harbin (40) and Desmond Thomas (6) celebrate Dixon Davis’ fumble recovery in the third quarter of Thursday’s season-opening contest between the Pirates and Spanish Fort Toros. Thomas broke off a 64-yard rushing touchdown in the final four minutes of regulation to help lift Fairhope.
Fairhope rallies for 17-14 win over rival Spanish Fort to kickoff football season
SPANISH FORT — Desmond Thomas took a 3rd-down run up the middle and had his momentum stopped after only a few yards. However, he regained his balance and took off for the end zone on a 64-yard … more
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Perry Thompson and Ronnie Royal pose for a portrait at OWA Parks and Resort in Foley over the summer. The pair of top-ranked recruits discussed their wild recruiting rides and how they each landed on their decisions to commit to Auburn and North Carolina State, respectively.
Foley's Perry Thompson, Gulf Shores' Ronnie Royal talk about their wild football recruiting rides
Before taking off on what will be a roller coaster of a senior season, both Foley receiver Perry Thompson and Gulf Shores athlete Ronnie Royal have come full circle on their wild ride of the … more
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Athlete of the Week, a new high school sports contest series that runs through Gulf Coast Media, is presented by Seacrest Furniture.
Gulf Coast Media to launch Athlete of the Week, a new high school sports contest series
Supporting local athletes just took a couch-sized step forward. Gulf Coast Media is set to premiere a new initiative in sports coverage called Athlete of the Week, thanks to community partner … more
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The St. Michael Catholic Cardinals were represented by Martin Corte, Zach Taylor and head coach Philip Rivers at Baldwin County Media Days in Daphne on July 31. Entering Rivers’ third year at the helm, he has already seen a shift in the gameday mentality amongst the team.
Young, hungry St. Michael football team ready to fly
In just his third season as the head football coach of the St. Michael Catholic Cardinals, Philip Rivers can already see a different desire burning in the athletes. After just missing out on a … more
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The Sun Belt Conference announced Wednesday that the next two women’s golf championships will be held at The Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa and the Lakewood Golf Club in Point Clear. It will serve as the fourth conference championship tournament hosted in Baldwin County, joining cross country, women’s soccer and women’s volleyball.
Sun Belt to crown next women’s golf champions at Lakewood Golf Club in Point Clear
POINT CLEAR — The 2024 and 2025 Sun Belt Women’s Golf Championships will take place at The Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa and the Lakewood Golf Club in Point Clear, the conference … more
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The Robertsdale Golden Bears were one of the featured teams at Gulf Coast Media Day in Orange Beach as local squads previewed their upcoming season. They were represented by Brennan Paramore, head coach Kyle Stanford and Eli Lynn.
Robertsdale football seniors ready to lead
The Robertsdale Golden Bears will look to rely on their team unity to improve on the little things each day and stack victories on and off the field. To help them on the field, head coach Kyle … more
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A muddy play comes to a halt during the season-opening game between the Bayside Academy Admirals and Elberta Warriors on Aug. 19, 2022, at John T. Cobb Stadium in Elberta. This year’s season-opening contest is set for Freedom Field in Daphne this Friday night.
Three Baldwin County football games to watch as AHSAA kicks off Week 1
The time has finally come to kick off regular-season football once again in the Alabama High School Athletic Association. There are some intriguing matchups for Baldwin County teams in Week 1, … more
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Bree Blackmon and Cole McConathy represented the Spanish Fort Toros at Baldwin County Media Days in Daphne on July 31. The pair of seniors looked to set the tone for their team from the trenches.
“The expectation is to win” football games in Spanish Fort
Entering the second year with Chase Smith as head coach of the Spanish Fort Toros, the Toro Way seems as strong as ever with a load of experienced returners holding roster spots. Those … more
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The Snook Christian Academy Eagles were represented by Corbin Hall, head coach Keith Smith and Roshad Harris at the second-annual Gulf Coast Media Day at the Orange Beach Event Center on July 27. The Eagles kicked off their regular season last Friday at home and are set for an away contest this Friday.
Snook Christian’s football interest soaring after playoff appearance
After the Snook Christian Eagles made the playoffs for the first time in four seasons last year, head coach Keith Smith said the football interest around the school has only increased. Smith … more
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The Orange Beach Makos were represented by Grant Bilbo, head coach Jamey DuBose and Sam Lee at the second-annual Gulf Coast Media Day on July 27 at the Orange Beach Event Center. After a full offseason with the team entering his season year at the helm, DuBose feels as though this team has a stronger family bond than previously.
Orange Beach football strengthening familial bond
After all these years, including 17 as a head coach, Jamey DuBose still loves going to work. And with a new school in Orange Beach that’s only gaining football experience, Class 4A Region 1 … more
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Gulf Shores senior Kingston Lowe and head coach Mark Hudspeth react to a question during the second-annual Gulf Coast Media Day on July 27. The Dolphins are set to kick off the regular season against St. Michael on Thursday at home.
Gulf Shores looking to build on football history
Head coach Mark Hudspeth says he’d put up the Gulf Shores Dolphins’ 11 starters on defense against just about anybody in the state. With defensive coordinator Brian Van Gorder back … more
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The Robertsdale Golden Bears and Elberta Warriors closed their fall camps with a Thursday jamboree at John T. Cobb Stadium in Elberta. Robertsdale held a 12-0 lead when varsity players left the field.
Preseason football fever sweeps Elberta, Robertsdale
ELBERTA — The preseason came to a close for the Robertsdale Golden Bears and Elberta Warriors during a Thursday jamboree at John T. Cobb Stadium that saw Robertsdale hold a 12-0 lead when … more
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Spanish Fort’s Cole McConathy (44) and Sterling Dixon (10) take down St. Michael’s Martin Corte (22) on a run attempt during Thursday’s preseason jamboree in Spanish Fort. The Toros led 10-6 when varsity players came off the field at halftime.
Spanish Fort, St. Michael conclude football preseason with jamboree
SPANISH FORT — The checklists were met as head football coaches from the Spanish Fort Toros and St. Michael Catholic Cardinals both said their squads walked away feeling accomplished from their … more
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Elberta football ready to take next step
After opening their new $8 million locker room this offseason, the Elberta Warriors now have a more proper home to celebrate the wins they return with. On the field, head coach Nathan McDaniel … more
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Foley head coach Deric Scott responds to a question during the second-annual Gulf Coast Media Day in Orange Beach on July 27 where local teams previewed their upcoming seasons. After the Lions won their first region title in 15 years last season, Scott said the goal is a repeat or bust.
Foley football searching for repeat region crown or bust
With big returners back and talented new faces to fill graduated roles, Foley head football coach Deric Scott sees another opportunity to win Class 7A Region 1 right now and is going all-in. … more
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The third head football coach of the Bayside Academy Admirals, Barrett Trotter, joined local teams in previewing their seasons at the second-annual Gulf Coast Media Day at the Orange Beach Event Center on July 27. Heading into his first year as a head coach, Trotter will remain on the offensive side of the ball and call plays for the Admirals.
Bayside Academy set to air things out with new football coach
With a new coach on The Bluff, so too has come a new offensive scheme for the Bayside Academy Admirals. While Barrett Trotter enters his first year as a head coach, he played at the SEC level … more
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