The Maxpreps Top 25 composite poll this week ranks 7A State Champion McGill-Toolen as the 21st best high school football team in the nation. The poll is an averaged compilation of other rankings, such as, MaxPreps Xcellent, PrepNation, USA Today, MaxPreps Computer and High School Football America.
Do you think McGill-Toolen can repeat their dominant 13-1 season this fall?
It is more about the players and how they are developing as men, not just how they develop as better athletes.
Continue reading “Charles Barkley and Nick Saban: Evolution as a Coach”
The long battle with Alabama seems to be resolving for Crimson Tide player Maurice Smith. Smith has been approved for release. Smith has voiced plans to transfer to Georgia where he’ll play for the Bulldogs. Bye, bye, Maurice.
http://www.wbrc.com/story/32732916/ap-source-alabama-grants-smith-release-to-transfer
Businesses come and go, thrive and fall, and it never fails to disappoint a community when a local giant drops to its knees.
WWE SmackDown Live coming to Birmingham; learn details on tickets and who's in main event https://t.co/srTD8OL02N
— Happening Bham (@Happeningbham) August 10, 2016
The company announced the main event will be a 6-man tag team match with WWE Champion Dean Ambrose, John Cena and Randy Orton against A.J. Styles, Bray Wyatt and Alberto Del Rio.
-Ben Flanagan
Mark your calendars, folks. October 7-9, Barber’s Motorsports Park will host their world famous vintage motorbike event for the 12th year in a row. Motorists bring their beloved rides from all across the country to race, eat, and visit the world-renown Barber’s Motorsports Park.
Learn more and get your tickets today at http://www.barbermotorsports.com/vintage-home.php
It’s Summer time, so you know it’s been hot and humid here in Birmingham. If you’re looking to do some fun exercise without burning up, head over to First Avenue Rocks, Birmingham’s premiere rock climbing gym. The gym has climbing routes for all skill levels, so there’s no fear walking in as a first time climber.
Check them out at http://www.firstaverocks.com
Tim Tebow has gotten the interest of the Birmingham Baron’s after stating interest in pursuing a career in professional baseball.
Former MLB player, Chad Moeller, commented:
“I am beyond impressed with Tim’s athleticism and swing, and it goes without saying that he has shown a high level of discipline and strong work ethic,” Moeller said. “I see bat speed and power and real baseball talent. I truly believe Tim has the skill set and potential to achieve his goal of playing in the Major Leagues, and based on what I have seen over the past two months, it could happen relatively quickly.”
As President and CEO of the Bruno Event Team, Gene Hallman speaks out on what makes Birmingham a great sports city and how it may evolving to incorporate higher caliber athletics.
http://www.al.com/news/birmingham/index.ssf/2016/07/as_birmingham_evolves_as_a_spo.html#comments
“I don’t think we’ll ever change the perception that this is a dominant college football market in the country.” -Gene Hallman, on Birmingham sports culture.17
Kodi Burns breaks down his four receivers.
Kirby Smart rates Saban a 7 or 8 (out of 10) on intensity. Says he’s ‘toned down some.’ Really? Kirby Smart Rates Saban a 7 or 8 (out of 10) on Intensity
The battle continues between Alabama player and recent graduate, Maurice Smith, on whether he will be allowed to transfer and play football for Georgia.
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http://www.al.com/alabamafootball/index.ssf/2016/08/maurice_smith_battle_with_alab.html
