Buckner shines in Patriots’ triumph

Buckner shines in Patriots’ triumph

by Sam Chandler HOMEWOOD — Homewood High School quarterback Larkin Williams rolled to the right, his eyes locked on the end zone as a Pelham defender came charging toward him. Williams, a junior, braced for impact as he released a wobbling pass into tight...
Patriots steal opening night victory with late score

Patriots steal opening night victory with late score

by Kyle Parmley BIRMINGHAM — He started right, staring down a host of green jerseys, then cut back left, where nothing but green grass lay between him and the end zone. Homewood High School running back Nick McCoy’s 21-yard touchdown run broke the tie with 29...
Senior C.D. Daniels has developed a knack for making big plays

Senior C.D. Daniels has developed a knack for making big plays

by Sam Chandler C.D. Daniels (3) fielded 13 college offers before committing to Memphis in July. Photo by Todd Lester. Following his lead Two activities consume the majority of C.D. Daniels’ thoughts: watching film and making plays. His devotion to one has enabled him...
Experience in hand, Pats eye redemption

Experience in hand, Pats eye redemption

by Sam Chandler Inexperience took its toll on the Homewood High School football team last fall. After clicking off four consecutive nine-win seasons from 2012- 15, the underclassmen-heavy Patriots struggled offensively and wobbled to a 5-6 record. Their 2016 campaign...