D. Mark Mitchell Articles

On the Mark | Opelika football enters new era under Chandler

BY D MARK MITCHELL OPINION — Most of Opelika High’s spring sports calendar has ended, but one event remains — and it’s a big one for Bulldog fans. Friday night, May 15, at 5:30 p.m., Bulldog Stadium will host the annual spring football scrimmage, the familiar “Red vs....

On the Mark | OHS softball, track, field end seasons

BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION — The Opelika High School girls and boys track and field teams wrapped up a memorable season last weekend by competing in the Class 7A AHSAA State and Field Championships held over three days in Gulf Shores.The OHS girls team finished third...

On the Mark | Lessons learned for OHS baseball

OPINION —  The 2026 high school baseball season came to a tough close for the Opelika Bulldogs, who finished the year at 18–21 after a late stumble that underscored just how unforgiving area play can be. Opelika dropped nine of its final 11 games, including all...

On the Mark | OHS baseball falls; softball, track wins

BY D MARK MITCHELL OPINION — Area play proved unforgiving for the Opelika Bulldogs baseball team, as last week’s three-game sweep by rival Auburn officially ended Opelika’s hopes of reaching the postseason. The Bulldogs area schedule at 1-5 and now sit at 18-18...
On the Mark | Week 3 High School football recap

On the Mark | July 24, 2025

OPINION — The 2025 Junior DBB Baseball World Series 13U kicks off July 25–29 at West Ridge Park, welcoming 11 state champions plus hometown team...

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