OPINION — In a rivalry showdown for the ages, Opelika edged Auburn High 34-31 Friday night to earn a spot in the Class 7A state championship game....
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D. Mark Mitchell Articles
On the Mark | Bulldogs roll into semifinals after dominant win over Baker
OPINION —The Opelika Bulldogs continued their playoff run in commanding fashion Friday night, defeating the Baker Hornets 35-9 in the second round...
On the Mark | Howard’s pick-six sparks Opelika’s playoff-clinching win
OPINION — In a dramatic first-round clash of the AHSAA Class 7A playoffs, the Opelika Bulldogs (8-3) pulled off a gutsy 27-21 road win over the...
On the Mark | Opelika Bulldogs set for first-round playoff test
BY D MARK MITCHELL OPINION — The postseason has arrived, and the Opelika Bulldogs are back in familiar territory — making their 33rd playoff...
On the Mark | Howard’s pick-six sparks Opelika’s playoff-clinching win
BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION — Opelika’s postseason hopes were hanging by a thread Friday night at Bulldog Stadium — until senior defensive back...
On the Mark – Howard’s pick-six sparks Opelika’s playoff-clinching win
OPINION — Opelika’s postseason hopes were hanging by a thread Friday night at Bulldog Stadium — until senior defensive back Braiden Howard flipped...
On the Mark | Central dominates; Opelika regroups
BY D MARK MITCHELL OPINION — In a commanding performance under the Friday night lights, the Central Red Devils overwhelmed the Opelika Bulldogs 42-6...
On the Mark | Tough night for Bulldogs in Enterprise
BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION — The Enterprise Wildcats snapped a four-game losing streak in emphatic fashion with a 42–20 victory over the Opelika...
On the Mark | 100th career win for Opelika coach
BY D MARK MITCHELL OPINION — In a game packed with momentum swings, clutch plays and playoff-caliber intensity, the Opelika Bulldogs dug deep and...