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EA falls to Jackson Academy
By PATRICK BYRDNews Sports Writer The Escambia Academy Cougars traveled to Jackson Academy to face off against the Jackson Eagles Friday, September 15, to take a break from region play. Cougar captains Quinten Odom, Keller Coston, and Luke Bell met at midfield for the coin toss; the Cougars won, receiving the kick to start the game.The Cougars marked the scoreboard first with a touchdown after a successful 13-yard pass from…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Chiefs win over LPCA
By MCKENNA SIMMONNews Sports Writer Last Friday night, September 15, the Northview Chiefs swept past Lighthouse Private Christian Academy at home in Bratt. With a final score of 35-0, it is clear that the Chiefs’ season seems to be taking a turn for the better. Considering that it was senior night, this win was very important for the Chiefs.In the first quarter, Northview received the ball on kick off. Chiefs…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Honoring Gordon
The Nichols family – Randy, Melissa and Walton – provided the afternoon meal for the Escambia County High School football team Friday at the school. They honored Gordon, son and brother, who wore #63 and was a 2009 ECHS graduate. Gordon passed away in 2019 in an automobile accident. “Play for yourself, play for each other. We love y’all,” Walton told the team. Shown distributing plates to the team are,…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Gideons presents award to ASB Marching Band
ASB band members are shown at the presentation in August. Front center, holding the trophy are Bub Gideons, left, and Chad Bell, right. News Staff Report In July, history was made in Boston, and an Atmore resident became part of it.The Alabama School for the Blind Band marched in the Lions Club International Parade of Nations in Boston, marking the first time the ASB band marched in a parade. Not…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago