by The Observer Staff | Aug 31, 2026 | Sports
BY JONATHAN KOENINGER FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Evangel Christian Academy pulled off a late 16-14 win over Trinity Christian School in an intense back-and-forth game at Moore StadiumWilliam Dooley went 8-for-18 with 192 passing yards and two passing touchdowns and...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 31, 2026 | Sports
BY NOAH GRIFFITHFOR THE OBSERVER SMITHS STATION — A week after earning a weather-shortened win at Lee-Scott Academy, rain could only delay the inevitable for Glenwood School (2-0) in a 49-19 victory over Brookstone School (0-3) at The Swamp on Friday, Aug. 28.After...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 31, 2026 | Sports
BY SAMUEL JONESFOR THE OBSERVER LOACHAPOKA — For two years in a row, Loachapoka High School had to think about what it could have done better in close losses to Lee-Scott Academy.This time, the Indians (2-0) were the ones walking off the field smiling following a...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 31, 2026 | Sports
BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER BEAUREGARD — Explosive plays were the name of the game as Beauregard High School (0-2) allowed three 50-plus-yard touchdowns to LaFayette High School (1-1) during a 45-22 road defeat at Bulldog Stadium on Aug. 28.Jeffery Holloway led the...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 31, 2026 | Education, Featured
Becky Brown was recognized during the first football game of the 2026 season as she prepares to retire after 20 years as public relations director for Opelika City Schools. An Opelika High School and Auburn University graduate, Brown has spent two decades helping tell...
