The best in high school entered the home of the Jaguars. Bucs with play opening game in Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta against North Gwinnett and then play host to Alpharetta. We actually had our playoff game canceled and we were done for the year the day before the game, said Nease coach Collin Drafts. The FHSAA's Metro-Suburban plan good, bad or in between? From left: Nhy'ere Scanes, Javier Medina, Raquan Pride Jr. and Xzavier Sanders. Theyve separated from the pack. He was there when I got my first offer. Deandre Coleman is a weapon that offensive coordinator Josh Franklin likes to move around and do a lot with and the quarterback battle is between OJ Sealie and Earl Woods. 2 Vols past Gonzaga, 8-2. Senior quarterback Evan Smith ready for next years academic and athletic challenge at Northwestern. 11:27 a.m. Minor goes to work: Coach Adrian Abrams says the group now, that he first had as freshmen, now know how to flip switch and go to work. For head coach Travis Markoski, that's a positive sign as long as the next wave of Cardinals can avoid complacency. A total of 45 teams are scheduled to appear at the annual event over the next two days with 23 schools set for today. 11:04 a.m. Clay-Chalkville in the house: Excited about getting back to business in a somewhat normal year, Coach Drew Gilmer says. They have to keep their family safe. DB Logan Duffner said taste of 6A football lets team know what to expect this season. The coronavirus is no doubt still a concern, especially as cases in Florida continue to rise. I hate golf and Im not sure my wife likes me that much. LB Robert Courtney on his teams size: I would say we are medium to a little bit smaller than medium. RB Cole Blaylock returns to lead the offense. Wildcats have 33 players 9-12 this year and are starting a middle school program this year. From left: Anthony Dattellas, John Benson and Malin White. But being with this group of guys will make practice more fun., Westhill senior running back Riley McNitt interviews his coach Adam Griffo. Most of those same teams are now in 7A, 1. And so while it means double practices and lots of conditioning under a hot August sun, hes been waiting for Monday all summer. From left: Raymond Graves Jr., Gabe Murphy, Kwamere White and Gavin Cook. It was the second time the pandemic halted their season. Photo via HUDL, St. Benedict at Auburndales Walter Nolen. Back row: Billy Richards, Jack Comer and Nick Wamp. Tickets for the game will go on sale this summer for $5. He exemplifies what Minor football is all about. Minor picked up Tim Stowers as new OL coach. As a junior, Sonnier was among Jacksonville's most improved passers, boosting his completion percentage from 42 to 68 percent. Some teams emphasized . MaxPreps National Champion St. John Bosco ends season as No. Hunter White, Derek Fickett and Dylan Yacavone. Bates says Bruce should get 20-30 touches from several positions. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. The Bakers Sports high school football media day ushers in the season every year. (Dennis Victory | preps@al.com). Sophomore Sterling Dixon on his recruitment so far @sterlingTDixon1 pic.twitter.com/CufARnasVJ, Mobile Christian and freshman All-American Sterling Dixon talking to the media now. Photo via Brian Dohn/247Sports, Collins Hill High Schools Travis Hunter. Two-way lineman Cole Dennis is coming off shoulder surgery, but should be ready for the opener vs. Marbury. Back row: James Lanier, Damien Brown and Noel Kearse. From left: Zaviorn Walker-Pickard, Savion Chatman, Naquon Bradshow, Jason Howard and Malik Rosa. Singletary is getting used to the spotlight himself these days. Me being a father myself and the thought of losing a child, a son, would be devastating. Thats what he expects from us.. Its only two kids on the team to really know I was really good at football, thats Merritt Reynolds and Aaron Hester, Fason said. 1:08 p.m. Pelham getting ready for change: Coach Tom Causey is counting on his seniors to be ready to adapt on the fly as his schedule includes opening against three teams with new head coaches - Mortimer Jordan, Oak Mountain and Calera. In Orlando, that media day just took place in the downtown Orlando area and it was a really good turnout. Senior Devon Stanley will be the QB with 2 sophomores behind him. "Just saying that we're in football season. The return to the stadium drew rave reviews from numerous players and coaches, from giant schools like Bartram Trail to far smaller programs like Young Kids in Motion Academy on the Southside. Hes representing the Rattlers after just being named coach last week. Niblett says winning championship is the standard for Hoover, not getting to semifinals. Back row: Nathan Draper, Bryce Dare, Mike Benedetto and Jared Harter. BIRMINGHAM AREA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL MEDIA DAYS SCHEDULE. Graham may very well be the first female head football coach for a Gateway Conference football program. Nichols says coach in his first season motivated everyone to do better, encouraging the team after setbacks. I feel like they will lay it on the line everyday, he said. From left: Stephen Cafalone, Brendan Borst, Braydon DiSalvo and Ben Wright. Pleasant Grove coach Darrell LeBeaux talks with media during Birmingham area high school football media days at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala., Monday, July 12, 2021. Copyright 2021 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved. @SLWildcats pic.twitter.com/6fhZRgpUup, 9:46 AM, Wild ride for St. Lukes: Veteran coach Ronn Lee has experienced highs and lows in six years with the Wildcats. The Wolves were 5-5 in 2020, losing at eventual state champ Handley 32-20 in the first round of the playoffs. Were going to be able to run the ball like Vestavia has for a long, long time., 12:41 p.m. Fun at Fairfield: Coach Keon Handley says its going to be a fun time at Fairfield. Expectations are to have a stout defense, Handley said. All rights reserved (About Us). From left: Trevor O'Hearn, Ben Helfeld and Riley McNitt. There is a sense of urgency at Alma Bryant now, he said. We won several region championships last year. Photo via Jeremy Clark/247Sports, East St. Louis High Schools Luther Burden. Published: Jul. Last year, there were definitely moments in the summer where it was hard to motivate the athletes, because we knew we had a special team and its like, whats going to happen? Toblin said. Its the inside guys who get it done., Vestavia Hills' John Ross Ashley (left), coach Sean Calhoun and Cole Turner answer questions during Birmingham area high school football media days at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala., Monday, July 12, 2021. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines. Our coaches do a great job preparing them. Menton praised the impact Collier has had on the team. From left:Logan Gillette and Will Hardy. Sophomore Landen Snow and Junior Gabe Reynolds are competing to replace Karson Green at quarterback. From left: Gage Scott, Ayden Penizotto and Daulton Evans. Demographic: Local high school junior and senior football players, and coaches. 10:30 a.m. Mortimer Jordan DC steps in: Coach Jake Helveston fills in for Stu Floyd and says silver lining of losing games to COVID-19 in transition from 5A to 6A was getting guys in weight room for more work. Itll be on full display in a few weeks when the season officially kicks off. "I'm trying to give everybody a fair shot.". All rights reserved. Numerous states will kick off their season during the second weekend of the month, while countless others will follow suit in the weeks after. and that means everyone has to up their game so media days can stop being so boring. UC, Trinity in the playoffs, its going to be packed. The Tigers held four opponents to 7 points or less last season. 11:43 a.m. They have a long, storied, rich tradition of having some great football teams and a good program. We have confidence going forward, Kelly said. There's no tradition like Thanksgiving Day football in Massachusetts. These football captions are the perfect addition to your photo posts on social media like Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, and Twitter. Lee High is now Riverside High, but the Generals are still the Generals. You had canceled games, you had players out week to week. Forester has 27 seniors this year, a large class for the Lions. "They're coaches that were young and had such a relationship with our kids," said Jackson head coach Christopher Foy. Check back throughout the day for highlights and photos. Lee expects OT Jake Keesee and C Andrew Smith to play both ways as has become the custom at St. Lukes. 9:01 a.m., And were off: Montevallo has 17-18 starters returning with senior Kial Cottingham transitioning to quarterback after All-State success in defensive secondary. Our guys are actually looking forward to it. - The 2021 high school football season will kick off on Aug. 1 with the annual Baker's Sports High School Football Media Day presented by Jaguars Prep. Stream regular season and playoffs online from anywhere. Expect the Saints to use the quarterback run more this year. Photo via HUDL, Lawrence Academys Ty Chan. He is a graduate of Lineville High School. "When you go 30-0, you forget what it's like to lose," head coach Dale Fava said. Senior safety Christian Ellis won a Florida High School Athletic Association football championship at Trinity Christian, then captured a 4x100-meter relay title on the track. pic.twitter.com/h8cRZjrEh9. Committed to Coastal Carolina, Ellis becomes among the Commanders' leading recruits in recent years, perhaps the school's biggest since Super 11 lineman and UCF signee Jordan Johnson in the 2016 class. I am an aspiring graphic designer wanting to get my foot in the door for graphic design.<br><br>I have loved Graphic Design since I was in the 7th grade and it . Pro Photography. If the Fourth of July is the unofficial end of summer, the annual Knoxville Football Officials Association Media Day is the unofficial beginning of the high school football season. Theres a wealth of talent in the First Coast. Photo via Loomis Chaffee School, Salesianum High Schools Micah Wing. pic.twitter.com/XDFVVgZxst. "It's a dream come true," said Ravens senior Younique McKinney. We are excited about the direction of LeFlore High School, Burney said. All rights reserved. "It was breezy out there," Fletcher head coach Ciatrick Fason said, "but definitely better than it was last year.". My name is McKade Peterson. The latest blow came last week. Bishop Snyder is scheduled to open the season against Vero Beach St. Edward's on Aug. 27. Nelson says he wants to play fast and play tough smashmouth football. Nelson hopes things staff is instilling this summer will carry over to classroom and will carry over to the field. 2.) The Panthers have sponsored high school football games at Memorial Stadium, near uptown Charlotte, with . We have to know that we can play with them. Tyler Nelson will look to replace West Virginia signee Will Goose Crowder. Vigor is scheduled to play 3 Saturday afternoon games at Ladd now that it has gone away from Prichard Stadium. Photo via HUDL, Harrisburg High Schools Jacob Knuth. That set off a mad scramble for teams to finalize and fill out schedules. 9:15 a.m. Oak Mountain on the clock: First-year coach Tyler Crane inherits team that was 7-5 a year ago. The Bulldogs went 8-5 in 2020 their first year back in Class 5A and upset unbeaten Pike Road in the second round before losing at Faith Academy in the quarterfinals. All set for Day 1 of Mobile County Media Days on Thursday morning at Ladd-Peebles. From left: Nyzaria Osborne, Shamer Hawkins, Nyki Dewberry and Jaylen Brantley. About 50 high schools from across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia arrived at TIAA Bank Field for the annual Baker's Sports High School Media Day, spotlighting storylines from all around the gridiron. Gilmer says his team wants to be coached. Photos around 2023 Texaco/HHSAA Wrestling championships on Friday at the at the Cannon Activities Center, Brigham Young University . Photo via Jason Caldwell/247Sports, Chaparral High Schools Anthony Lucas. 11:16 a.m. Hoover in the house: Coach Josh Niblett says it is not just about football, its about our standards, reinforcing our accountability. DL Marcus Clark says Bucs trying to keep pushing every day, pushing every day to get stronger and faster and keep going. QB Bennett Meredith was also on hand, voted on by teammates to represent them at Media Day. Coach Blake Boren was 7-5 in first season after working just 25 days with players before COVID-19 shutdown. Dixon had 4 sacks in the spring game. Chip Menton, principal, is representing Theodore today. "COVID is real and I preach that right there," Small said on his message to players about protecting themselves. @UMSWright @UMS_W_Athletics pic.twitter.com/DV4hmuDKkj, Will this be a breakout year for this guy? New LeFlore coach Shon Burney has been on the job for just 7 days. . I think we are in the conversation, Mask said. He has so much energy it scares me some times, Mask said. This is the first time throughout the year high school seniors can sign their National Letter of Intent and lock down their scholarship offer. Back row: AJ Burnett, Robert Gilbert, Ian Fisher and Colin Cavanaugh. From left:Casey Leitz, Seamus Crowe, Chris Callahan, Jake Miles and Zach Ray. And last year, the situation almost lended itself to that, Bartram Trail coach Darrell Sutherland said. Together, they offer dozens of camps in 12 states for players ages 8-18. Its a little bit more solid.. Coach Christopher Foy said the Tigers have had to ride the waves of emotions that come along with death and grieving and have been inspired by the fathers of those coaches who passed away. DL Curtis Weatherspoon says there is no football team without conditioning. Cameron Shepherd said Holmes is teaching us how to be a man. 1.) 1:57 PM, The Dean is here: Hall of Famer Terry Curtis is by far the dean of high school football coaches in Mobile County. Back row: Collin Null, Casey Farrell and Nick Cavellier. The summer transfer season hasn't slowed down, with a double state champion among the latest names on the move. ", "We are going to put our kids in adverse situations every single day, in a competitive environment and make sure they have the ability to withstand those things when they happen on a Friday night," McIntyre said about building toughness. And so, there were definitely some moments were like, look, we cant push them too hard, because at some point theyre going to be like, for what? And so, this year it has been really good to know, this is the goal, this is when we start things. We are excited about him. With the 2021 high school football season less than six weeks away, 22 Mobile County High School football coaches and players from their teams will speak to the media during the next two days at Ladd-Peebles Stadium. Real mobile guy who throws it well, Cottrell said. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. 10:03 a.m. Briarwood Christian excited to compete: Coach Matthew Forester says feeling that team is ahead of last year due to return to normal is exciting. LB Daelon Smith said the Bobcats will be strong on defense as has become the tradition at Theodore. It's the only thing. On Monday well all have helmets on. Shades Valley starts Nelson Era: Rueben Nelson says hes trying to reestablish culture of trust and hard work as he comes in from Ramsay. - The Baker's Sports high school football media day ushers in the season every year. Everyone is just so anxious to get out on the field and start popping again.. When things are going hard at home, or with their girlfriend, or with their family. That list includes linebacker Grayson Howard, a rising junior with sideline-to-sideline range and offers from Power Five programs from all across the nation, and starting quarterback Jalen Sonnier. 17, 2021 at 12:19 PM PDT KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - If the Fourth of July is the unofficial end of summer, the annual Knoxville Football Officials Association Media Day is the unofficial beginning of the high school football season. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Yulee's Landon Hale produced some, only hours before Media Day kicked off, announcing his commitment to Florida International. From left: Ryan Romagnoli and Vito Borio. Front row: Zachary Green, Jacob Scruton, Michael Dion, Ethan Fox and Masson Bell. The night begins with a catered dinner for all ticketed guests at 6:00 PM with the evening's . Middle School Boys Basketball. Oak Mountain coach Tyler Crane along with players Mason Burnett (left), Evan Smith and Cameron Atkinson wait for their turn during Birmingham area high school football media days at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala., Monday, July 12, 2021. Wright will send two new inside LBs in his 3-4 defense. So don't sweat your next five yearsat least you don't have to make your decisions in . From left: Antwon McMullen, Ryan DeVaney, Andrew Cervantes and Odell Darby. He has won 248 games and eight state titles in 22 years at UMS-Wright and 325 games in 32 years as a head coach overall. Share team highlights with fans & media. Im here at Ladd early waiting for Day 1 to start. Carver, with Spider, Juju and Flash: Coach Derone Fagen introduces his crew, Cornelius Spider Jones, Julius Juju Nichols and Darrin Flash Mencer. Canadian Miguel Camboia will move into that role. Mara says QB/RB/WR/CB Campbell McFadden could probably play all 22 positions. From left: Jack Collins, Matt Hogan and Quamir Jenkins. After a COVID-19-filled 2020 season that featured abbreviated schedules across the country and some states not taking the field at all, high school football is set for a return to normalcy beginning in August. The Senators weren't the only team to prepare an early-morning practice at the first available moment. His team won just two games in each of his first two seasons before combining to win 21 the next two seasons. The team's inaugural Keep Pounding High School Classic will be a season-opening regional matchup between state powers Rock Hill Northwestern and Charlotte Providence Day School. Im on record as saying hes going to be really, really good, Holly said. A 6-4, 240-pound pass rusher who could also play tight end, Bradley is among a multitude of future Division I prospects on a Tigers squad that also includes two of Northeast Florida's top senior defenders, linebacker Jaden Robinson and cornerback Amare Ferrell. Im somebody the younger kids can turn to, one of the guys who is there for them.. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. With temperatures on Thanksgiving Day expected to be in the low 20s with a 15-20 mph wind, some high school football games are being shifted to Wednesday night. high-school. Will they have the talent to compete for another 5A title? We will have much more from Media Day throughout the next few weeks on Syracuse.com. Ill say it -- I dont like doubles, the senior said. From left: Mike D'Accurzio, Jeff Cubino, Nick Sardina and Zach Britt. Photo via Blair Angulo/247Sports, Gooding High Schools Colston Loveland. Ryan Romagnoli of the Cazenovia Lakers, said that despite the August heat he can feel the approaching season in the air. @LeopardFtball @sterlingTDixon1 pic.twitter.com/GghHJcvV2y. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). 9:42 a.m. Bessemer Academy, with new coach on hand: Rebels have Jonathan Wright replacing his brother, Josh. Two things we talk about every day -- Blount and Dec. 3 or 4 (state championship week), McKenzie said. 'Texas 6': TV Review. QB Matt Masingill is new to BA and says hes working to get familiar with receivers. pic.twitter.com/GQMAhz4pgS. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Vacco, a linebacker and running back for the Warriors, is optimistic, as were most all of the players and coaches from 46 area football programs who stopped by the East Syracuse Minoa gymnasium Thursday for Section IIIs annual media day. wrestling. Though they didnt get to play the first three weeks of 2020 due to COVID forfeitures, Blount still won eight games and reached the 6A quarterfinals before losing at Spanish Fort. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. All rights reserved (About Us). It was virtual, but even though not in person, the hype was still the same. . Mirroring a professional sports press junket, on-site photographs and interviews are conducted with students, coaches and the preseason all-city team. I think these boys get a different perspective of a female on the sidelines with them. New school name. On Thursday, the familiar event was back in a familiar location, TIAA Bank Field, as players and coaches kicked off the season in customary fashion. Its almost hard to understand it until you see how many schools brought top-ranked recruits. Those guys kind of rally around me, he said. East Syracuse, N.Y. -- Liverpool senior Jacob Vacco loves football. Elite 2023 QB Malachi Nelson commits to Oklahoma, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Saraland is 34-5 in the last three years and head coach Jeff Kelly is six wins away from 100 at the school. Curtis is entering his 49th year of coaching overall. For Episcopal's second-year coach Marcus Wells, the opportunity is well worth the challenge. The regular season begins Aug. 27, including the opening game of the Bold City Showcase at Bolles (the Bulldogs host West Nassau at 7 p.m.). Under Armour football camps: UA's season for high school football camps, which runs February through April in various cities, often attracts significant media coverage . The exclusive event provided media with an opportunity to discuss the upcoming season as well as speak with key players and coaches across Southern Nevada. Two-a-day practices, running and other conditioning -- perfecting plays by going over them again and again -- is the grind that serves as a prelude to the potential glory under Friday night lights. Justin Barney joined News4Jax in February 2019, but hes been covering sports on the First Coast for more than 20 years. Wright says plan is to build, not change what his brother built over 13 years. %link% The Jackson football team has dealt with the deaths of two members of its coaching staff this summer. La Junta High School. One of the big things we talked about is focusing on the process and focusing on getting better every day. DB/LB Billy Scott says he wants to help Satsuma make the playoffs for just the sixth time. TE/LB Griffin Martin said team was never closer, though, because of sharing experience of lost opportunities. The bulk of area teams didnt begin their regular season until Sept. 11. New coaches on todays schedule include Vestavia Hills Sean Calhoun, who took over for long-time Rebels coach Buddy Anderson. Our kids have to believe, and we have to have some expectations. Nelson said the programs numbers are down a bit with 45 kids out right now. We will be a young team from top to bottom but a team that will get after everyone, Sessions said. Front row, from left: Will Duncanson and Jordan Leuze. Talking to me when he first got there about the recruiting game and he sees me as a potential big-time player, Howard said. We try to be our best every day and, if you can stack good days after good days, you will be in good shape, Kelly said. .. QB/RB D.J. Parks says I can play anything coach needs me to do. The Gators were 4-6 in 2020, losing at Central-Clay County in the first round of the playoffs. He said it is as a reminder of what the team went through. pic.twitter.com/ysm5VDBqj2. Back row: Caleb Pulver, Zachary Conley and Charlie Gadsden. You can just feel the weather, you can feel it in the weight room, he said. MP Stats for iPad. Its the small things. Fagen says Rams have been transforming themselves in the weight room. For Trinity or UC to return to a championship game, theyll almost certainly have to go through one another. Montevallo won first ever playoff game, beating a ranked St. James team. Holly has won 47 games in six years as head coach. Photo via Zac Carlson/247Sports, Frederick Douglass High Schools Dane Key. Front row, from left: Kristopher Alvarez, Tahjin Blackiston and Alex Goethe. Follow your favorite high school teams and players. 10 player overall. Saraland coach Jeff Kelly and D1 commits Jarel Williams (West Virginia) and Trevon McAlpine (TCU) will kick us off. Sessions with a subtle blow on players leaving Alma Bryant to play at other schools. Sierra Middle School vs. Cimarron Middle School. We still have kids with a lot of experience. Former Williamson HC Dedrick Sumpter is now on Hollys staff at Blount. A lot of them have elderly parents or they live with their grandparents so they cant be selfish and only think about themselves. Middle School Girls Basketball. "We're proud of what they did last year and the accomplishments that they made," Markoski said. Fason was a Rivals five-star recruit, rated the No. Photo via Brian Dohn/247Sports, Grimsley High Schools Travis Shaw. Hours before the Senators and dozens of other teams flocked to TIAA Bank Field for the annual High School Media Day presented by Baker's Sports and Jaguars Prep, Fletcher opened the season on the Jacksonville Beach turf. Academics is a must for us. Thats going to be the toughest part.. From left: Mason Burton, Jonathan Rasbeck, Ricky Porter and Jake O'Reilly. On February 1, National Signing Day, a whole group of high school football players are eligible to commit to the college of their choice. Thanks to Vic Knight and the crew for getting us prepared. 8:47 AM, Mobile Christian moving forward: The Leopards face life after Deontae Lawson, the star linebacker now at Alabama. A year of coronavirus safety checks and balances in place have helped lay the foundation for 2021. From left: Andre Wright, Logan Nordman, Zach Delaney and King Owens. Vince Lombardi High School keeps losing principals to nervous breakdowns because of the students' love of rock 'n' roll and their disregard for education. Players scheduled to attend include Saraland WR Jarel Williams and DT Trevon McAlpine, Mobile Christian DE/LB Sterling Dixon, St. Pauls OL Lucas Taylor and Vigor QB Anthony Mix Jr. From left: Max Michalak, Bryce Mills, Jacob Vacco and Dominick Scro. Next challenge: moving to the head junior varsity coach. Youre like, hey, we dont know what there is tomorrow, but we know weve got football practice today, so enjoy today.. Leopards will play a jamboree to open the season with St. Michael, Marengo and Lighthouse Christian. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. While the name isn't the same, the new Riverside will be known as the Generals, just like the old Lee. ", Fowler players showcase their go-to TD celebrations! Fagen says Rams can now execute the plays that make difference in winning and losing. Photo via Andrew Hattersley/247Sports, Erasmus Halls Moses Walker. Elizabeth Graham graduated from Sandalwood High and spent last year in a football operations role with the Saints, getting a taste of gameday operations and a feel for the coaching and guidance part of the game. The second all-time leading rusher in area history was a monster out of the backfield during his career with the Senators, finishing with 7,479 rushing yards in an era of smashmouth football that was more physical and demanding than todays game. 10:17 AM, New kid on the block: Shon Burney is the new head coach at LeFlore. With the 2021 high school football season less than six weeks away, 22 Mobile County High School football coaches and players from their teams will speak to the media during the next two days at . 2023 . They keep us up. During the off-season, the Tigers have endured the deaths of two assistant coaches Donald Rocker, at age 26, and Lin-J Shell, at 39. Gilmer says team needs to develop depth since the goal is to play five extra games in the playoffs. 1:40 p.m. Gardendale, always together: Coach Chad Eads says his team is showing true togetherness headed into the 2021 season. (Dennis Victory | preps@al.com), 12:58 p.m. Vestavia without Buddy: New Vestavia Hills coach Sean Calhoun is bringing a whole new game and Cole Turner says, Were obviously going to be airing it out a little more. Calhoun says hes an offensive guy by trade. The world of Texas high-school six-man football gets the 'Last Chance U' treatment in CBS All Access' new documentary series 'Texas 6,' about the small town of Strawn.