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D. Mark Mitchell Articles

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 in a key Class 7A, Region 2 matchup on Wayne Trawick Field at Garrett-Harrison Stadium.Central (8-1) wasted no time...
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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 Bulldogs on Friday. The win not only marked Enterprise’s first region triumph of the season, but also showcased its most...
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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 delivered a dramatic 24–22 win over Pike Road Friday night at Bulldog Stadium.The defining moment came with just 4:28 left...
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Opelika rolls past Smiths Station 42-6

OPINION — The Bulldogs (4-1, R 2-1) were firing on all cylinders Friday night as they cruised to a dominant 42-6 victory over Smiths Station, extending their win streak to two. Although SSHS used ball control offense, OHS was able to score 42 points in only six...
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On the Mark | Jan. 9, 2025

On the Mark | Jan. 9, 2025

Jan 8, 2025

High school winter sports now in full swing - On the Mark Happy 2025! We are in the middle of high school winter sports. Basketball started Area...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

Dec 31, 2024

OHS basketball heads into area competition OPINION — The Opelika girls and boys basketball teams have completed pre-area schedules. Holiday...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Dec. 24, 2024

Dec 24, 2024

Wrapping up 2024 with basketball, wrestling OPINION — Local Schools are on Christmas and New Years break, but basketball teams, including Opelika’s...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Dec. 19, 2024

Dec 17, 2024

OHS wrestlers compete in Suede Umbach Invitational OPINION — The OHS boys Wrestling team particiapated in the 20th “Suede Umbach Invitational” last...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Dec. 12, 2024

Dec 10, 2024

State championships held in Birmingham OPINION — The Alabama High School Athletic Association completed the Super 7 football champion-ship and flag...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Dec. 5, 2024

Dec 3, 2024

Super 7 Football Championships Underway OPINION — The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) is holding the Super 7 Football Championships...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Nov. 27, 2024

Nov 26, 2024

OPINION — The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) held the 61st Swimming and Diving Championship last weekend at the Huntsville...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Nov. 21, 2024

Nov 20, 2024

Opelika finishes 8-2, heads to post-season OPINION — OHS FOOTBALLHoover (10-2) ended Opelika’s (9-3) football season with a 32-29 win in three...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Nov. 14, 2024

Nov 13, 2024

Opelika to play against Hoover Friday OPINION — Opelika (9-2) football thumped Florence (6-5) by a score of 43-7 last Friday at Bulldog Stadium in...

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