Andrew Simonson, Author at Shelby County Reporter

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Chelsea’s Heather Butler makes history with inaugural Chelsea Girls Invitational title

Standing on the mat on Friday, Jan. 17 at Chelsea High School, Heather Butler got to experience another first in a trailblazing career full of ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 6:51 pm

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Hornets host region’s best at Chelsea Invitational as locals pick up division titles

With the road to sectionals heating up, the Chelsea Hornets played host to the Oak Mountain Eagles, Thompson Warriors, Spain Park Jaguars, Shelby County Wildcats ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 6:44 pm

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Chelsea, Thompson win at MLK Indoor Track Classic as Calera, Helena, Pelham also shine

Some of Shelby County’s best athletes were among the best finishers at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Indoor Track Classic on Monday, Jan. 20 at ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 6:39 pm

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Brooke Bentley’s 26 points helps Spain Park dominate Montevallo

The Spain Park Jaguars dominated on both ends of the floor while securing victory in a cross-county road trip to the Montevallo Bulldogs. Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 6:33 pm

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Haley Trotter drops 33 in dominant Chelsea win over Mississippi’s Neshoba Central

The Chelsea Hornets were in dominant form on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as they blew past Mississippi’s Neshoba Central Rockets to extend their win ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 2:50 pm

Alabaster Main Story

Thompson offense erupts for 86 to sweep season series against area foe Prattville

The Thompson Warriors continued to position themselves well for the No. 2 seed in Class 7A, Area 5 as they pulled away in the second ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 2:48 pm

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Spain Park dominates Bibb County in Brookwood showcase

The Spain Park Jaguars used their off day for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day to earn their third win of the four-day weekend as they ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 2:41 pm

Montevallo High Sports

Montevallo picks up MLK Day matinee win over Jefferson Christian as Bulldogs drop 77

The Montevallo Bulldogs used the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday to earn their third win in five days as the offense lifted them to ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 2:36 pm

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Briarwood keeps rolling with road win at Northridge

The Briarwood Christian Lions grabbed an early lead and remained in front from there as they continued their strong recent form with another road victory. Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 2:33 pm

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Oak Mountain to retire DJ Looney’s jersey, first in school history to earn honor

One of the brightest lights to come out of Oak Mountain High School will soon be enshrined forever after his light was snuffed out from ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 10:25 am

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Oak Mountain inducts Hall of Fame Class of 2025 on emotional evening full of reflection

It was a night full of laughs, tears and reflection as Oak Mountain High School welcomed the third class of inductees into the Oak Mountain ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 10:20 am

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Spain Park rides momentum to second win in 24 hours in home victory over Prattville

Fresh off an area win on the road at Helena, the Spain Park Jaguars rolled right into a non-area matchup less than 24 hours later ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Monday, January 20, 2025 11:28 am

Montevallo

Montevallo dominates Demopolis to tighten grip on No. 2 seed in area

Fresh off a 20-point area win over Jemison just 24 hours prior, the Montevallo Bulldogs replicated that feat on the road against the Demopolis Tigers ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Friday, January 17, 2025 10:51 pm

Montevallo

University of Montevallo outlasts Valdosta State after Jordan Gillies sends game to overtime

The University of Montevallo Falcons had to fight and claw their way to victory, but they stepped up in the end to pick up a ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Friday, January 17, 2025 10:46 pm

Montevallo

Cutts drops 31, Russell scores 24 as Montevallo hangs on for crucial area win over Jemison

The Montevallo Bulldogs found themselves in a battle in area play against the Jemison Panthers, but when it mattered the most, they put the pieces ... Read more

by Andrew Simonson, Friday, January 17, 2025 12:10 pm

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