Profiles

Call him “The Superman of Athens.” Call him an outstanding color commentator for the SEC Network. Call him a former McDonald’s All-American. Either way, Richard Hendrix has been one of Alabama’s shining stars over the last two decades. Talegate’s Al […]

Molly Kate Burns has athletics running through her veins. As the only child of a legendary basketball coach, it’s no surprise that Molly Kate has chosen to enter the realm of athletics while a student at Jasper High School in

Two years ago, in a first-round playoff game against Sipsey Valley, Andalusia’s talented cornerback, Cadariyus Love, did something remarkable. He hauled in four—count ‘em four—interceptions in a 43-6 win. Although it wasn’t a state record, it was enough to cause

Andalusia junior Taya Newton has already had quite the high school career. In addition to being named Student-Athlete of the Year in 2024, Taya has a perfect 4.0 in the classroom and stars in three sports: softball, volleyball, and cheer.

When Mallory Dial was in the eighth grade, her mom signed her up for a college preview day in Birmingham, Alabama. While there, she learned about a small college in Clinton, Miss., called Mississippi College, and fell in love. “And

Jackson Pruett may be a man of few words, but his play on the basketball court and baseball field speaks volumes. A senior at Hayden High School in Hayden, Alabama, Jackson plays center on the Wildcat basketball team for head

Landon Kelley’s connection to the Winston County High School Yellow Jackets isn’t just about sports; it’s a lifelong bond that shaped his entire experience growing up in Double Springs, Alabama. Indeed, he’s been immersed in the community and its athletic

Emma Brooke Levering is used to moving. In fact, a large portion on her life is spent in motion. A highly decorated runner at Homewood High School, Emma Brooke began running as a young girl when she joined her dad

Homewood High School student-athlete Kaleb Carson and his mom, Jessica Carson, have a special relationship. In fact, Jessica encouraged Kaleb to start playing sports in the first place. “My mom and godfather used to throw the ball around with me,

If you see Kaitlyn Gipson, ask her if there is any friendly competition between the girls’ and boys’ basketball teams at Hoover High School in Hoover, Alabama. The boys’ team has won back-to-back state championships, while the girls have won