OPINION — The Opelika boy’s basketball team (20–6, Area 3–3) put together its best week of hoops since the John Wadsworth era in 2015, knocking off...
On the Mark | Bulldogs peak as postseason nears
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D. Mark Mitchell Articles
On the Mark | Opelika boys, girls battle hard in road matchups
BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION — The Opelika High School basketball teams faced tough road competition last week against Handley and Smiths Station....
Bulldogs fall to Central
OPINION — The Opelika Bulldogs boys’ and girls’ basketball programs faced a challenging stretch of competition this week, suffering key losses...
On the Mark | Busy week highlights Opelika sports
OPINION —Opelika High School’s girls and boys basketball teams turned in a strong week of action, collecting area wins and setting up a rivalry...
On the Mark | OHS Bulldogs finding their stride
OPINION — As area play approaches, Opelika’s basketball programs are finding momentum at the right time, with the Lady Bulldogs surging and the boys...
On the Mark | Dec. 24, 2025
BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION —Bryan Moore shocked Opelika football fans last week when he announced his resignation as head coach of the Bulldogs...
On the Mark | OHS basketball roundup and more
BY D. MARK MITCHELLOPINION — The Opelika Bulldogs boys basketball team continues its impressive run, improving to 10-2 overall after recent wins...
On the Mark | Bulldogs proud despite loss
OPINION — Opelika’s first trip to the Class 7A state championship didn’t end the way Bulldog fans had hoped, but Wednesday night’s loss to Thompson...
On the Mark | Coach Moore’s impact at OHS
OPINION — Note: By the time this paper is printed, Opelika or Thompson is the AHSAA Class 7A State Champion. Unfortunately, the paper has to go to...