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Chenier named one of nation’s top track coaches

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER LOACHAPOKA — A local high school track and field coach has earned recognition as one of the nation’s best.The National Federation of State High School Associations named Loachapoka High School’s Mitchell Chenier as its Coaches Association...
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Messi and me — a photographer’s dream

BY ED SIKORAFOR THE OBSERVER OPINION —Jordan-Hare Stadium was alive with anticipation on a sweltering June night as Argentina faced Iceland in its Road to '26 exhibition match. More than 88,000 people packed the stadium, creating the largest soccer crowd ever to...
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Lee-Scott reveals updated gymnasium

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — Walk into Lee-Scott Academy’s gymnasium these days and the first thing you notice is the shine.The volleyball team is already back on the court, and the freshly sanded and refinished floor, now complete with updated Warriors...
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‘HE’S A SPECIAL KID’

Now an SEC commit, Cason Myers is ready to shine BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — The last time Cason Myers stepped onto the field for Auburn High School, the junior quarterback walked off in tears after a furious comeback attempt against Opelika High School in...
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COUEY COMPETES IN PHILLY

COUEY COMPETES IN PHILLY

Jun 23, 2026

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — An Opelika High School track and field star recently competed at the prestigious New Balance Nationals...

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OHS strength coach raises the bar

OHS strength coach raises the bar

Jun 15, 2026

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — At Opelika High School’s indoor training facility, athletes of all shapes and sizes zip around the...

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