I want to thank everyone for coming out and supporting our kids and for their generous donations, he said. That got their attention!. Christian Thomas will get time at corner this season, as will Jamie Small. The reality of the situation is that the Mounties have faced some incredibly tough and talented teams thus far. Dates: Friday, October 14, 2022. The Offensive Cuff em Player of the Week award goes to Steve Brown. Special teams played well, and the Mounties got a good game from punter Wuilman Guerrero. Huffman is going to be a tough game. Sophomore Nathan Lavender expects to get playing time while managing his long-snapping duties. After an incredible 14 years on the west coast, it was time for Richardson to return home to Alabama. The Mounties will have a healthy Davin Bostock, who has been limited the last two weeks, and David Ware in the mix with Pearson and Hart. Our guys played a really good first quarter, and then things got away from us, Nelson said. It may contain wrinkles, cracks, and possibly even tears due to its age and how it was handled before it got to us. With 10:47 remaining in the game, the Patriots scored a safety after the Mounties fumbled in their endzone. Together they had three children: Melody, Melissa and Chris. Defensive Coordinator Kordell Jackson is high on Steele. Ware had nine receptions for seventy-four yards. Offensively, our offensive line gave us a chance to control the game. I just want to thank them for staying and supporting our players.. Shades Valley plays, perhaps, one of the toughest non-region schedules in the state with games against number 3 ranked Clay-Chalkville and number 1 ranked Pinson Valley before closing the season against long-time rival Vestavia Hills. The Mounties will find themselves headed to postseason play with wins over Chelsea and Woodlawn. (Photo courtesy of John Goolsby). The PAT was successful, and Pinson led valley led 23-6 with 11:32 remaining in the game. Thomas carried the momentum from the spring into the seven-on-seven seasons this summer and came up with big play after big play for the Mounties. Whatever path Morris chooses, he will be successful. He lived down the street from me in Altadena, and I would take him home. The Tigers put together an impressive drive and scored from one yard out with 2:41 remaining in the half. Junior Camden Myers will hold down the center position. Athletic updates and historical stories are posted almost daily to his Facebook page and Twitter feed. Mitchell was pleased with his teams kickoff coverage for the first time all year. The Mounties beat Arab that week 30-0. Shades Valley endured an off-the-field controversy over the last two weeks, which resulted in the suspension of three-year starting quarterback RaShad Louie for a violation of school rules. Mario Byrd returned the opening kickoff for 88 yards to start the scoring for Clay. Shades Valley received the opening kick of the half. The Mounties opened the second half with the ball but had to punt after struggling to gain a first down. The Mounties found themselves down 17-0 in the span of 3:14 seconds after having the opportunity to tie the game. In the Mounties opener against Stanhope Elmore, he caught seven passes for 114 yards and had the game-winning touchdown. Season. Like many young boys growing up in Birmingham in the 1970s, Ben Tamburello dreamed of playing in the Iron Bowl for Bear Bryant and the Crimson Tide. This article also appeared in the Trussville Tribune: https://www.trussvilletribune.com/2022/11/16/shades-valley-alumni-hold-fundraiser-for-football-program/. On Valleys next possession David Ware went to work for the Mounties and moved the ball 39 yards to Huffmans 6-yard line on five consecutive touches, but the Mounties could not get in the end zone and turned the ball over on downs. I gave 100 percent for him every day.. I think well definitely build off of that drive heading on the road to Chelsea.. Junior Kendorius Turner and seniors Jamari Scott and senior Mitchell Etheridge, III had fumble recoveries for the Mounties. When the football season wraps up, hell starting preparing for the diamond as Mahand plays baseball for Valley. Dont Quit! is Darius Fords mantra said his mom, Areatha Ford. He was the youngest and smallest because he was playing against older kids in 6U pee wee ball for the West End Panthers, says his father, Michael Thomas. Valley saw their playoff hopes dashed when Chelsea lost to Calera. Shades Valley had a chance to get on the board early in the half. The Tigers converted the two-point conversion and tied the game. Wes Ellison, Russ Lachina, Jacob Mullinax and Garrett Yokeley scored points with Teer. However, the defense returns numerous players with experience: Damion Dick, Joshua Little, Xavion Webb, Tithe-Raymond Byrd, Jacob Mahand, Kendorius Turner, JT Gelpin, Tyree Hines, and Cameron Harris, to name a few. The Tiger defense stiffened and sacked Brown on fourth down and took possession of the ball. Brown hit Thomas with a 23-yard TD pass. Thomas scored on a 48-yard run in the spring game. Former astronaut visits Chalkville Elementary School, Jefferson Co. Board of Ed. His father, Morris, was a coaching legend in Alabama. Leading the offense is Kyle Dickerson. Higginbothams final Shades Valley team in 1998 went 12-2, won the region title, and advanced to the semi-finals. He is amazingly loving and humble.. They also see the return of an old rival, the Spartans of Mountain Brook. The Mounties finally got on the board with 8:05 reminding in the game with a 9-yard strike from Brown to Kordae Harper. For Jacob Mahand, his senior football season is extra special. Shades Valley moved the ball to the Chelsea goal line. Their nose guard is committed to Troy. He worked tirelessly, even after his youngest child graduated, to help the school and students. Im still proud of the guys, but with that being said, we are still building a culture and making guys realize how important it is to compete every night.. Shades Valley & Hueytownhave played 66 games. The Mountie defense played well and appeared to be much improved. What makes him a great player is his versatility.. Since the 2000 season, the program has made the playoffs only four times and won 68 games. The place kicking duties will be handled by Jair Aguilar and Jacob Mahand will be the punter. We are going to get better; it just takes time.. Still, at 62 and a little more than 200 pounds, he was considered undersized for a lineman and received not a single offer to play at the collegiate level. Richardson was a big-play threat for the Mounties whenever he touched the ball. OXFORD The Shades Valley Mounties lost to the Oxford Yellow Jackets on the road 45-13 in Region 6 play. I want to make it known to everyone who doubted Shades Valley that we are fully capable of being a dominating team.. Jacob Mahand blocked the extra point, and Shades Valley held a 21-9 lead with 5:14 remaining in the quarter. I was not surprised when he told me he was taking all AP classes.. Watching CVs development as a QB since he was a 14-year-old freshman starter has been a great joy, Briarwood quarterback coach Jay Matthews said. I had a lot of great friends there, Moore said. The Mounties got the ball back after a big 10-yard sack on third down and went to work. Moore graduated from Samford with a degree in Graphic Design. The Colonel turned up the defense pressure in the third quarter with Valley senior point guard Sean Crawford on the bench with foul trouble. Shades Valley recovered a Pinson fumble and moved the ball into scoring position, but two penalties forced a field goal attempt. The departure of Jamie Mitchell to Hillcrest High School caused the players to have to adjust to a new coach and a new system for the second time in two years. Mountie head coach Rueben Nelson singled out sophomore JiQuez Daniel, who had ten receptions and four scores. He started playing football when he was three or four years of age. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our However, the once successful Mountie program fell on hard times over the last two decades. The Mounties defeated the Vikings 35-20. 2015-2016. After Richardson graduated in 1987, he enlisted in the Navy for four years and was stationed in California. Kendorius Turner and Tyler Addie, two juniors, are expected to hold down the outside linebacker spots while Antonio Crosby, a senior, and Kai Finch will be in the rotation and see playing time. JCaius Moore continues to gain confidence each week. However, Mountain Brook took a big step in the right direction in 1974 and finished the season with a 7-3 record. . There is a plan to refurbish the interior of the building, and plans have been made to redesign the weight room once funds are raised. Its good to have him as a coach because he knows me best and understands how I learn, he said. 220 likes. I observed a team disappointed by the loss but determined to get back to work. They have two or three other guys on defense with multiple offers that just havent committed yet, said Mitchell. The junior quarterback had 305 passing yards and 3 passing touchdowns. Hes just a sophomore and we think he is going to be exceptional for ushe did a great job, said Mitchell. It was then Shades Valleys defenses turn to stiffen and the Mounties forced the Panthers to turn the ball over on downs. He is thoughtful, caring, respectful, and shows love to his three younger siblings, she says. Valley advanced to the second round of the 6A playoffs in 2020, and the Mounties are hungry to get back to postseason play. The senior took the ball at the two-yard line and raced 98 yards to give Valley a 35-22 lead with 4:40 seconds remaining. Higginbotham joined his father in the Alabama High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame with his 2002 enshrinement. As the game went on, they began to wear down, and depth became an issue. Fairfield ripped off an 80-yard run, but a penalty backed the Tigers up to the Valley 40-yard line. N/A OG N/A; AL N/A; 247Sports Composite N/A Natl. One of the busiest players on the field Friday night was Christian Thomas. What is new is almost everything surrounding the once-proud program. On the first play of the ensuing Center Point drive, Bruce ripped off a 94-yard run for his fifth touchdown of the night, and the Eagles led 36-0 with 45 seconds remaining in the half. Center Points next drive saw the Eagles pick up a crucial third down conversion on a 39-yard completion. He is one of the hardest working and most sincere teammates I have ever seen. The school has an exceptional principal in Taki Sarhaan who emphasizes academics and athletics. Frank Nix passed away in December of 1996, but his legacy lives on at Shades Valley through the facilities that were named in his memory. A backward pass that was deflected by senior linebacker Kordell Steele and recovered by the Mounties was missed by the officiating crew. https://www.al.com/sports/2020/08/5-games-to-watch-in-the-birmingham-area-for-week-2.html, 2020 Shades Valley Mounties Football Preview. He has a 4.1 GPA and is in the top 10 in his class. The Shades Valley Mounties head to Cullman tonight for their first-round playoff game against the 8-2 Cullman Bearcats. Wide receiver coach Martee Pope was happy to have Wedgeworth join his receiving corp. He may not have had the breakout season he anticipated, but he never let that deter his hard work and determination to get better, Pope said. The senior defensive back returned an interception 100 yards for a touchdown and had another interception on a Huffman 2-point conversion attempt. Proudly Managed & Hosted by Adam Black Media The junior quarterback had 221 passing yards and two passing touchdowns. Irondale- The Center Point Eagles went on the road and pulled off a huge 36-20 region win at Shades Valley. Erin Callens will return kickoffs with Thomas. The Eagles powerful offense was led by senior running back Troy Bruce, Jr. Bruce came into the game averaging 147 yards per game and having scored 14 touchdowns. Defensive back Erin Callens came up with the interception for the Mounties with 3:19 remaining before the break. That started everything for me. The Mounties got an up-close look at one of the best teams in the state last Friday night. The team performance was great. Sophomore quarterback Earl Woods added 62 yards and two scores on the ground. Wuilman Guerrero continues to impress Nelson as the punter and kicker for the Mounties. That YSU team was coached by future Ohio State Head Coach Jim Tressell. 278 yards came from a punishing ground attack. The PAT failed, and Valley led 6-0. The Mounties still managed to win a first-round state playoff game after losing Louie in the midst of their preparation for the first week of the playoffs. Former Mountie and 2022 Auburn SEC Legend Ben Tamburello was also in attendance. In 1986 he was named the SECs lineman of the year and a team captain. We tackled the guy inside the 20, we then got a turnover and were starting inside the 20 instead of getting it out around the 35. He rushed for 218 yards on 28 carries. There are few opportunities outside of NCAA Division I, II or III for players in this state to continue playing after high school. He wants his legacy at Shades Valley to be that of a winner. This was an opportunity for graduates of the school to come together, said organizer John Goolsby. He then served as a Marine Corp Officer for five years after graduating from Annapolis. The Jefferson County Board of Education will meet in a Special Called Board meeting Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at the Board's office 2100 18th Street South, Birmingham, Alabama at 10:00 a.m. for the purpose of approving personnel actions and other board business. The key to overcoming challenges is involvement and work by the entire fanbase. Irondale, AL 35210 Stadium: Frank A. Nix Memorial Athletic Complex Colors: Cardinal & Black Coach: Reuben Nelson Region: 6A-R6 Overall Record Progress 99.9% Complete 1987 Runner-up Shades Valley Team Team History on AHSFHS.org Coach Curtis Coleman Coach Robert Higginbotham Higginbotham was 15-2 against the school he led to the 1975 state championship. He left Cal to coach at Berkeley High School in 1997 and 1998. Malique is a good football player with the potential to play at the college level, he said. Robert Nelson, Jr. returns as the defensive line coach. Weve got to get better and get better fast.. The Mounties trailed 17-13 with 7:03 remaining in the half. The Mounties are off this week and will host the Mountain Brook Spartans at home on Sept. 17. Mahand recently picked up an official offer from Miles College and has interest from Jacksonville State and Austin Peay. Coach Rueben Nelson was very pleased with the event. The biggest play of the 3rd period was an interception by Shades Valleys Kendall Odom who returned the ball to the Eagle 49-yard line. Ogilvie was a highly recruited running back and signed with Alabama after the 1976 season. He currently lives in Hawaii and works for Stryker. One thing I learned through the injury is unexpected things happen sometimes, he said. Nickname: Mounties They will be pumped up and play us hard. Call it old school or whatever you want. Coach Yeagers teams are extremely well-coached and physical. Region 6 is possibly the most challenging region in the state, with the region teams winning five consecutive state titles. The Mounties were held scoreless in a 40-0 defeat. Leonards goals for the year are to finish the 2022 football season strong and have an excellent senior season with the Mountie basketball squad. What fun I had, said Tamburello. With 30 seconds remaining in the quarter, quarterback Steve Brown hit Christian Thomas with an eight-yard scoring strike to get on the board. It drew only one call from a potential in-state opponent. The Mounties were unable to move the ball and were forced to punt for the 4th time in the first half. The Mounties got off to a fast start with a thunderous dunk by senior Kendarius Irvin, 10 points, and 4 rebounds. We are certainly getting better by the day, though, said offensive line coach Tyler Braden. Three plays later, Valley scored on a 15-yard strike from Brown to Irvin. Junior quarterback Steve Brown showed his big-play ability with two long scrambles late in the drive. We are the farthest thing from the spread we can beat Shades Valley, RPO means run power option, Mitchell joked. Wuilman is just phenomenal. The 6-foot-1, 188-pound Steele is a talented athlete that plays football, wrestles, and runs track. He joined the staff at Shades Valley High School for George Millers final year as head coach. Stadium: Frank A. Nix Memorial Athletic Complex The kid is a hard worker, and I cant say enough good things about him. Nelson believes that Guerrero is the best kicker in the area and deserves a chance at the next level. That got my juices flowing, and I ended up going over and talking to the coaches, Richardson said. Christian Thomas sealed the victory with a darting 26-yard run for a first down. It doesnt matter what level it is, games are won at the line of scrimmage, Mitchell added. The Mountie offense was able to regroup quickly. He has played unbelievably well for us all year and now he seems to have found a different gear, Mitchell said of Etheridge. Smith, who punted for coach Bill Curry at Alabama, led the program from a 1-9 record on the field in 2011 to a playoff spot in 2012. They are a triple option team and with that comes responsibility. Caleel Holifield didnt expect to be on the sideline for the last two games of the year, but an ankle injury against Pell City ended his season early. The Mounties traveled to Spain Park to take on the Jags, Hueytown, and Helena. The Shades Valley Mounties will make their first appearance at Frank Nix Stadium this Friday night. Football There is no data available for Shades Valley for Football. Although the neck injury has kept him from playing so far this year, Whetstone remains positive. Disaster then struck for the Mounties on their next possession. On Vestavias next possession, the Rebels broke a 62-yard run down to the Mounties two-yard line. The Lions came out and played a strong second half, capitalized on more Mountie mistakes, and pulled away for a 42-19 win. Football at Shades Valley is nothing new. I just want to be remembered as the cool guy, the respectful guy, the funny guy, but most importantly, the one and only number 6, said Thomas. He has yet to throw an interception this season. Holifield wont be finished competing when the football season ends. They are learning how to work hard, he said. Roderick is a player that always places the team first, Pope said. 2018 Advance Local Media LLC. He is one of the most dedicated, hard working, and consistent players in our receiver corp., Craig is in the ROTC at Valley. I was nervous because of all the pressure from the team and all the people in the stands, he said. The Mounties moved the ball methodically down the field to the Patriots two yard line. Shades Valley High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2018-19 school year. Moore continues to develop and grow in each game. I go down and help her once or twice a week, he said. Rueben Nelsons second Mountie team will have a different look on the sidelines as the veteran coach had to replace multiple assistant coaches in the offseason. She put me in charge of collecting the money., Coach Higginbothams advice to the 2022 Mounties is the same message he gave to his previous 35 teams. The two-point conversion attempt failed with an interception by Jacob Mahand. The two teams traded punts on their next series. I was a point guard, and she dominated the post positionstrong in the paint, said Steeles teammate, Maribeth Butts. The Vikings put together another long drive only to be turned away by a Jacaryous Burrow tackle at the Mountie 8-yard line on fourth and goal. We were one of the few schools that really got into 7-on-7 early, said Higginbotham. Steele, Webb, and senior Cameron Harris had a tackle for a loss, as did freshman Derice Johnson. He added 76 receiving yards as well. The Mounties went 2-1 in 7-on-7 competition with a win over the Patriots and a win over the Bulldogs to avenge a loss earlier in the day to Anniston. You probably got a glimpse of B.Moe on the screen, too. Shades Valley Football Team - al.com Standings Scores & Schedules Shades Valley Football See More Scores & Schedules Latest News Power 25: Central-Phenix City stays at No. Location:6100 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AL 35210 The senior calmly sank two free throws with 25 seconds on the clock to push the Mounties to a 62-59 lead. The code has been selected for you. Senior wide receiver Christian Thomas had an outstanding performance for the Mounties. When asked why he always sits at the top row, at the 50-yard line, Paschal said, Those of us who attended Shades Valley football games through the years knew Charles Hancock as a fixture at home and away games. Shades Valley led 13-10 with 9:33 remaining in the half. Coach Yeager has a way to test you early, to find your weaknesses. We have to win, we have to take care of us first. The Mounties are in Region 6 in 6A this season. Kordell Steele and Ethan Johnson, another Ramsay transfer, will hold down the middle. Each week he has added improvements to his skill set, and thats a big reason he is 26-4 as a starter.. Opportunities arent just given out to you; you have to go and take them., Tolbert wants to be remembered as someone dependable and realistic. The greatest college memory Ive got is when I was captain my senior year at Auburn, and I called the toss at the Iron Bowl in 1986. Shades Valley first played Mountain Brook in 1968. The nine-play drive was capped off by a two-yard touchdown run by quarterback Chris Whittsett. Valley was able to open a 13-0 lead on two Steve Brown passes to Christian Thomas for scores of 37 and 32 yards in the first quarter. Mitchell still believes he has a good team and they are very close to turning the corner. Irondale-The Shades Valley Mounties (8-8, 1-0) got a 58-47 win at home over region opponent Woodlawn (3-8, 0-1) Friday night. There were doubters though and they seemed to be right after the Spartans won only a single game that first year. After graduation Wedgeworth will attend Alabama, Georgia, or Mississippi State on a full academic scholarship to major in Business and Marketing. Sophomore Tyree Hines will man the other corner. I thought my guys played really hard, said Richardson. The quiet and hard working Roderick Craig joined the football team for his senior year. I really love his enthusiasm and willingness to learn, said his mom. As I previously mentioned, a staff that is fully capable of getting the team to the next level. However, the once successful Mountie program fell on hard times over the last two decades. What does Shades Valley need to succeed? Senior Jacob Mahand blocked the PAT, and the Mounties held a 7-6 lead. Jefferson County Virtual Academy of Learning, Jefferson County American Rescue Plan (ARP) ESSER 2021, PowerSchool Parent Portal Account Setup Instructions - English, PowerSchool Parent Portal Account Setup Instruction - Spanish, Blackboard Web Community Manager Privacy Policy (Updated). The Mounties entered halftime trailing 14-0. On the defensive front, Caleel Holifield, Chris Ingram, and Landy Saxton are projected to be the starters. Elizabeth Harris, Grace Lindsey, Ashley Leon, Kayleigh Brasher, and Sara Bailey also qualified for Shades Valley. Pearson scored the games first touchdown on a 79-yard run. The game will be streamed live on the NFHS Network at 7 PM. This weeks Offensive Cuff em Award goes to: Christian Thomas. Irondale-A large number of Shades Valley alumni gathered at Shades Valley this past Saturday for a fundraising barbeque. Pre-K applications will be available from Sunday, January 15, 2023 to Sunday, February 26, 2023. Tyree Hines had a great game last week, Nelson said. The Jefferson County Board of Education offers Equal Educational and Employment Opportunities. Moore grew up in Roosevelt City and attended all-black schools up to that point. The Mounties rolled up 224 yards on the ground. Richard Richardson, on Mounties Get Homecoming and Region Win, on Playoffs Still Within Reach For Mounties, on Mounties Eye Playoffs After Critical Region Win, on From El Salvador To Irondale: A Kickers Journey, on Mounties Show Improvement Despite Loss, on Mounties Look To Lions After Loss To Gardendale, on Mounties Fall To Mountain Brook In Region Game, on Mounties Face Tough Challenge In Spartans. The Mountie defense stiffened and forced a field goal attempt. liigh Lu-L; VOL. No one likes to lose, but there are lessons to be learned from losing, he said. Junior running back Jordan Pearson once again led the Mounties with 107 yards on 15 carries and a touchdown. Thomas will be successful no matter what path he chooses. There are needs: parking cars at home games, attending games at home and on the road, working concession stands, helping with workdays, chipping in $5 to $10 for snacks, showing up for their kids meetings. The Mounties and the Indians met previously in the second game of the year. The Mountie defense rose to the occasion and held the Tigers out of the endzone on their next possession. Go to School Page . The Mounties beat the Huffman Vikings on the road 41-20. I feel like I could be a next-level wide receiver if I am given some work due to me not playing for the past couple of years, he said. Tyler played good ball for uswe need those two to keep doing what they are doing and inspire other guys, Nelson said. After the first five games the staff settled on the current starting lineup. They had me back for a Ben Tamburello Day and retired my jersey when I signed with the Eagles. The defensive staff is entirely new. Coach Dye and the Auburn Tigers were to be his future. Click the link above to learn more. With 1:47 remaining in the half, the Mounties were up 13-7 over the visiting Lions. On Shades Valleys next possession, the Mounties moved the ball to the Eagle 32-yard line, but the drive stalled, and Valley turned the ball over on downs with 4:35 remaining in the first quarter. The assistants are: Jamiah Edwards, Adaishya Turner, Rokehria Tarver, Kynedy Odom, Tremarion Jones, and Lauren Nelson. The course was wet, muddy, and slow, but the girls ran hard despite the conditions, said Shades Valley coach Melinda Estes. N/A; OG N . 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