Sports Articles

Player of the Year | Lindsey Moulton

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER BEAUREGARD — On the recreational fields behind Beauregard High School, a sunburnt, blonde 4-year-old looked to the varsity stadium and dreamt of the day she would play on that hallowed ground.It was the summer of 2012, and that wide-eyed...

Infielder of the Year | McCall Clayton

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Oftentimes, the sound of Fleetwood Mac’s “The Chain” evokes feelings of troubled relationships or times when one’s skin had fewer wrinkles.At West Ridge Park's softball field, however, it announces the arrival of one of East...

Pitcher of the Year | Lily Brewer

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — As the potter's wheel turns, fine finger movements and an attention to detail shapes lumps of moist clay into pieces of art that demand attention and reward the sculptor’s patience.Inside the circle, those same qualities...

Outfielder of the Year | Karlee Baker

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — In the predawn chill of an Arkansas marsh, a good duck hunter relies in awareness and patience until the moment they’ve waited for arrives, suddenly and without a second chance.At Lee-Scott Academy's softball field, those same...
‘Dynasties never graduate’

‘Dynasties never graduate’

Glenwood claims fourth straight state title BY NOAH GRIFFITHFOR THE OBSERVER SMITHS STATION — Outside of Glenwood School’s baseball program,...

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Lessons learned for Loachapoka

Lessons learned for Loachapoka

By Daniel Schmidt LOACHAPOKA — The Loachapoka High School softball team’s season ended in the 2A Central Regional Tournament with consecutive...

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