Sports Articles

Scott’s four-touchdown night propels Patriots past Ezekiel

BY JEFF MILLERFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — The Southern Christian Patriots opened Friday night’s game in dramatic fashion, as quarterback Elijah Bailey broke free on the first play from scrimmage for a touchdown run.From that point forward, senior wide receiver Jedd...

Finally… Football! Trinity Eagles

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — When Trinity Christian School was founded in 1978, the inaugural class contained only one kindergarten class. In the 47 years since then, the school has consistently grown, adding additional grades in the years immediately...

Finally… Football! Southern Christian Patriots

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Southern Christian Patriots 2025 Football Season PreviewThe Southern Christian Patriots are gearing up for another big season after finishing 2024 with a 7–4 record and a runner-up finish in the Division II National Championship....

Finally… Football! Smiths Station

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTFOR THE OBSERVER SMITHS STATION — The call came in April, much later in the school year than a newly hired head coach normally receives. The Smiths Station High School football team was in dire straits and needed a steady hand to step in and guide the...

Opelika High School Pep Rally

PHOTOS BY ROBERT NOLES / THE OBSERVER 2023-09-21 Opelika PepRally 2023-09-21 Opelika PepRally 2023-09-21 Opelika PepRally 2023-09-21 Opelika...

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A Thorne in Samford’s Side

A Thorne in Samford’s Side

BY BRANDON HUGHESFOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN —Auburn University QB Payton Thorne amassed 405 yards of total offense and was responsible for three...

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