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Logan Kruse, head coach Wade Waldrop and Austin Beck previewed the Orange Beach Makos season as part of the third-annual Gulf Coast Media Day at the Orange Beach Event Center on July 25. With Waldrop entering his first year at the helm, both players could feel the tide turning in the locker room.
Waldrop leading a new era in Orange Beach football by building trust in players
Orange Beach is ready to get to work under a new head coach, Wade Waldrop, who has been building trust in his players through the offseason. Although it’s just one of the changes they’ve … more
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St. Michael junior receiver Tucker Tomlinson hits the goal line during his second-quarter touchdown reception from sophomore quarterback Gunner Rivers on Aug. 16 during a preseason jamboree against Alma-Bryant. Tomlinson’s score helped the Cardinals debut their new on-campus stadium with a 30-0 win over the Class 7A Hurricanes.
St. Michael Cardinals land home with 30-0 win over Alma-Bryant in first game at on-campus stadium
FAIRHOPE — The St. Michael Cardinals have landed home and broke in their new on-campus stadium Friday night with a 30-0 win in a preseason jamboree over the Class 7A Alma-Bryant Hurricanes. more
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The Gulf Shores Dolphins preview their return to Class 6A as part of Gulf Coast Media Day at the Orange Beach Event Center on July 25. Head coach Mark Hudspeth mentioned his first year at the helm of the Gulf Shores program, the Dolphins went 6-4 in Class 6A Region 1.
Gulf Shores football embracing the challenges of returning to Class 6A
Gulf Shores reached the summit and claimed its first-ever state championship in 2023. The Dolphins’ reward was a return to Class 6A due to enrollment and a spot in one of the toughest regions … more
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The Daphne Trojan football team was one of the Baldwin County teams that came down to the Orange Beach Event Center on July 25 for the third-annual Gulf Coast Media Day event to preview the upcoming season. Head coach Kenny King was joined by Marquaes Lambert and Jacob Luna, some of the experienced returners who will look to get the Trojans to the playoffs for a second year in a row.
Daphne returning starters all over the field, set to lean on experience in 2024
While starters are returning all over the field for the Daphne Trojans, the tone will be set in the trenches and that’s just the way head coach Kenny King, a Daphne alum who played defensive … more
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The St. Michael Catholic Cardinals hit the field at Fairhope Municipal Stadium for a Class 4A Region 1 contest against the Satsuma Gators on Sept. 21, 2023. Last season will serve as the final year without a true home-field advantage as St. Michael has constructed an on-campus stadium with the first regular-season home game set for Aug. 30 against John Carroll Catholic.
St. Michael football flying home to on-campus stadium for 2024 season
The St. Michael Catholic Cardinals are set to play their first-ever true home regular-season game with a new on-campus stadium ready for a Week 2 matchup against John Carroll. St. Michael will … more
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Fairhope senior Harrison Cook reacts to a question during the third-annual Gulf Coast Media Day event in Orange Beach on July 25 where Baldwin County teams previewed their seasons. Cook and his Pirate classmates were gearing up to return to the program’s winning ways in 2024 with a new offense.
Fairhope football itching to get back to its winning ways in 2024
Coming off a season they know they underperformed, the Fairhope Pirate seniors simply want to score more points and win more games this year. “It’s been different,” said tight … more
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Daphne senior Kalyse Hill, the three-time defending 132-pound state wrestling champion, announced her commitment to the University of Mount Olive on Monday, Aug. 12, after she helped the Trojans take home their third team state title in four years. At right, Hill is pictured competing for her second-straight individual championship at the Bill Harris Arena in Birmingham on Jan. 20, 2023.
Three-time defending state champion wrestler Hill from Daphne commits to Mount Olive
Daphne senior Kalyse Hill announced her commitment to the University of Mount Olive as the three-time defending state wrestling champion in the 132-pound division. Hill’s most recent … more
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Bay Minette Tiger Sharks make a splash at City Meet and celebrate with various awards
The Bay Minette Tiger Sharks swim team recently made waves at the City Meet, a two-day competition hosted by the Gulf Coast Area Aquatic League. Amidst fierce competition from six area teams, … more
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Robertsdale head football coach Cris Bell responds to a question during July 25’s third-annual Gulf Coast Media Day at the Orange Beach Event Center. Bell took over the Golden Bear program in February and has been leading the effort to “Pound the Rock” to change the attitude in Robertsdale coming off two straight winless seasons.
A new dawn in the den: Bell takes over Robertsdale football program
Cris Bell has been tasked with changing the attitude around football in Robertsdale, America as the new head coach. Senior players like offensive guard Peyton Dallas and defensive back Spencer … more
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Bay Minette 12U All-Stars finish as Southwest Regional runners-up
The Bay Minette 12U All-Stars capped off a remarkable season by securing the runner-up spot at the Southwest Regional Championship in Starkville, Mississippi. The team's impressive journey saw … more
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Jeremiah Castille, team chaplain for Alabama football, is set for a trip to Baldwin County on Aug. 23 to speak at a Lower Alabama Young Professionals event at The Wharf. A defensive back on Bear Bryant’s last Crimson Tide team, Castille has served as the team chaplain since 2001. At right, Castille is pictured with Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe after the 2023 SEC Championship game.
Crimson Tide football Chaplain, NFL veteran Castille set to speak at Lower Alabama Young Professionals event in Orange Beach
Six-year NFL veteran and current Chaplain of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team, Jeremiah Castille, is set for a visit to Baldwin County for a scheduled speaking opportunity in Orange Beach on Aug. 23. more
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Corbitt Williams, head coach Nathan McDaniel and Rosson Duplesis represented the Elberta Warriors and previewed their 2024 season at the third-annual Gulf Coast Media Day in Orange Beach on July 25. Elberta will look to an experienced group of athletes to lead the way through Class 5A Region 1.
Elberta Warriors starting 2024 football season inspired
Although the Elberta Warriors will be starting the season with heavy hearts following the loss of their teammate Avery Pickle, head football coach Nathan McDaniel said the turnaround shown by the … more
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Daphne head football coach Kenny King holds up the scissors after officially cutting the ribbon to open the new turf field at Jubilee Stadium during a ceremony at the high school on Friday, Aug. 9. Representatives from the city, school board and high school were on hand to celebrate the occasion.
Daphne High School unveils new turf field at Jubilee Stadium with ribbon-cutting ceremony
DAPHNE — Jubilee Stadium’s new turf field at Daphne High School is officially ready for action. The City of Daphne joined the high school in commemorating the facility upgrades with … more
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The Bayshore Christian Eagles preview their first-ever varsity season at the third-annual Gulf Coast Media Day event in Orange Beach on July 25. Led by head coach Phil Lazenby, seniors like Cyrus Dorsey and Aidan August are gearing up to kick off in Class 2A of the Alabama High School Athletic Association.
Bayshore Christian Eagles ready for first varsity football season in Class 2A
With four junior-varsity games under their belt from last year, the Bayshore Christian Eagles will play a full varsity schedule in just the second year of the football program. The newest team … more
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Hank Aaron Forever Stamp unveiled, honors a legend's legacy
In a tribute as timeless as his impact on baseball and society, the United States Postal Service unveiled the Hank Aaron Forever Stamp on Thursday, Aug. 1. This commemorative stamp pays homage … more
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Baldwin County head football coach Andrew Davis meets with the press during the third-annual Gulf Coast Media Day in Orange Beach where he previewed the season alongside Elisha Jones III and Keller Coston. Both of the players noted the vibe has changed since Davis took over in the winter and they looked to build on the strengths they’re working on in the weight room.
Familiar faces looking to reignite Baldwin County Tiger football team in 2024
With a new head coach, the Baldwin County Tigers are looking to claw their way back into the thick of the Class 6A Region 1 playoff picture by building on the energy created so far in the weight room. more
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Members of the Bay Minette City Council recognize the three teams from the BCHS Fishing Team who competed in the Bassmaster National Championship tournaments.
Bay Minette Council honors BCHS Fishing Team's national success
Bay Minette City Council recently celebrated the achievements of the Baldwin County High School (BCHS) Fishing Team, which shined on the national stage at the Bassmaster National Championship … more
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The Gulf Shores Dolphins get a breakdown before going through pregame warmups ahead of their first-round playoff game against the Beauregard Hornets at Mickey Miller Blackwell Stadium on Nov. 10, 2023. Entering this season in a new classification, the defending Class 5A champions checked in as the No. 4-ranked team in the Alabama Sports Writers Association’s preseason Class 6A poll.
Gulf Shores, St. Michael, Bayside Academy featured in Alabama Sports Writers Association’s preseason football rankings
A trio of Baldwin County high school football teams were recognized in statewide preseason rankings compiled by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Despite a step up in classification, the … more
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From Baldwin County to the Paris 2024 Olympics. Letitia and Levenia Sim were set for their Olympic debuts this week in the pool for Singapore and were gearing up to swim together during Saturday’s 4x100-meter medley relay. Letitia also swam in the 100- and 200-meter breaststroke earlier in the week.
Spanish Fort state champion Sim sisters swimming for Singapore in Saturday’s 4x100-meter medley relay at Paris 2024 Olympics
Baldwin County alumni are set to be on the world stage together Saturday morning when Letitia and Levenia Sim swim for Singapore in the 4x100-meter medley relay as part of the Paris 2024 Olympics. … more
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The Orange Beach Makos celebrated at their home stadium on Tuesday, July 30, with new signage honoring their national championship from MaxPreps following a 46-1 season that ended with a fourth-straight state championship.
5 eye-popping stats from Orange Beach’s national championship softball season
No team from Alabama had been named a MaxPreps softball national champion before the Orange Beach Makos. Still, when head coach and athletic director Shane Alexander went to make rings … more
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