Sports Articles

Auburn victorious in first game

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTFOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN – Going into the first game of the season, Auburn High School head football coach Keith Etheredge knew the Tigers needed to shake off some rust after not playing a spring game or fall jamboree. Now, Etheredge knows just how...

Opelika starts season with win

The Bulldogs defeated Benjamin Russell High School on Aug. 22 by a score of 25-20. Read D. Mark Mitchell’s column for a game recap. https://opelikaobserver.com/2025/08/26/on-the-mark-bulldogs-enter-2025-season-with-strong-opening-game/ PHOTO BY ROBERT NOLES | THE...

Glenwood Gators fall to Valley in first game of season

BY NOAH GRIFFITHFOR THE OBSERVERVALLEY – Last year, the Glenwood Gators had just enough in the tank to mount a comeback win over the Valley Rams. This time around, Valley’s hot start proved to be just enough to hold off a Gator comeback on Friday night at Ram...

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...
Opelika Ready for Year Two in 7A

Opelika Ready for Year Two in 7A

BY WIL CREWS SPORTSCREWS@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM OPELIKA — For the varsity Opelika Bulldog football team, last season coincided with many milestones....

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AISA Seeking Officials

AISA Seeking Officials

BY WIL CREWS SPORTSCREWS@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM ALABAMA — Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) Executive Director Roddie Beck opened the...

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AHSAA in the News

AHSAA in the News

OPINION — The Alabama High School Athletic Department held its quarterly Central Board of Control Meeting last week in Montgomery. There were...

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O-Day a Day to Remember

O-Day a Day to Remember

Opelika's annual giving back to the community event, O-Day, was held Sunday, July 30, at Covington Park in Opelika. Attendees were encouraged to...

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