He was selected as an All-American in 1985 and was a consensus All-American pick the following year. 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 Shades Valley offense scored 27 points and rolled up 333 yards on the ground against Vestavia. Defensive Coordinator Kordell Jackson is high on Steele. Alabama6AFootball.com He takes football very seriously. They continue to gel and improve each week. He fully embraces the belief that having a successful athletic program helps the entire health of a school. All rights reserved (About Us). Shades Valley led 13-10 with 9:33 remaining in the half. He was named Coach of the Year in both states. The sophomore pulled down seven rebounds and added a block. In that game, Moore had a crucial quarterback sack and fumble recovery, which led to the game-winning Alabama field goal in triple overtime. We got off to a fast start but went back to our old ways, Howard said. The next time you are at a Mountie football game, take a look up high in the stands. The Mounties rolled up 224 yards on the ground. The Tigers scored first on a 59-yard run by Jalen Williams. Its good to have him as a coach because he knows me best and understands how I learn, he said. For Nelson, looking to rebuild the program, it is only fitting that he begins his tenure at Shades Valley on the road at Clay-Chalkville. Homewood then got the ball back and put together a drive that ended with a go-ahead touchdown with 6:15 remaining. He is very aggressive on the field, says his mother, Shay Steele. Higginbotham played as a sophomore in 1966 and lettered for the Crimson Tide in 1967 and 1968. Coming to a new country wasnt easy. We just have to close, said Mitchell. 18 Thompson (NFSH) got the party began by defeating Central (Phenix City) 38-22 at Protective Stadium on Friday to capture its third consecutive NFSH 7A title (Birmingham). I was ready on day one because of it. It is a cliche, but the most significant improvement for a football team is between weeks one and two. After high school, I want to go to school and get into welding, Morris said. Senior Karr Staggs moves from the defensive side of the ball to the right guard spot. This was an opportunity for graduates of the school to come together, said organizer John Goolsby. The Defensive Headhunter Player of the Week award goes to Jacob Mahand. They are a triple option team and with that comes responsibility. Pinson Valley gave the ball back to the Mounties with their second fumble of the night on their opening drive. Junior running back Jordan Pearson once again led the Mounties with 107 yards on 15 carries and a touchdown. User Agreement (updated 5/25/18) and Im focused on finishing school and starting my business, he said. Mitchell most recently coached at North Little Rock High School, in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Its not just a cliche that a team has to play well in all three phases of the game to win. Among the returning Mounties were former head coaches Robert Higginbotham and Bill Smith. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our Shades Valley was forced to take an out-of-state game with the defending state champion from Louisiana's largest classification to complete this year's schedule. Mitchells philosophy is you must run the ball and stop the run to be successful in high school football. The Mounties took over on their 35-yard line and moved down the field on two completions to Thomas and two to Daniel. Mitchell still believes he has a good team and they are very close to turning the corner. As you all know, Valley draws students from different parts of the county and doesnt necessarily enjoy the community or business support that other schools are blessed with. Shades Valley High School - Boys Varsity Football Region Champs '74, '83, '86, '87, '89, '92, '93, '94, '95, '97, '98, '99 - State Runner Up '87, '94. Homewood didnt give us many opportunities, Dickerson said. From the spring until now, David made great strides on and off the field, said defensive line coach Robert Nelson, Jr. He became one of the leaders for the offensive line., David is a bubbly, lovable, and God-fearing young man with an open mind, his mom, Felicite Hunter, said. Leonard has left his mark on the football team and will be remembered as someone who always gave their best as a scholar-athlete. He ranks number two in the state, only behind Spence McCraken, with 19 region/area championships. Pell City put together a 15-play drive and moved to the Valley two-yard line, but the Mountie defense, with the help of a Johnny Steele tackle for loss, held the Panthers out of the end zone. Shades Valley was able to get to the Rebels red zone two more times, but the drives ended in an interception in the end zone and a fumble. Flash forward to April 2014. Kendarius Irvin scored ten points during the quarter, and Ethan Johnson provided great defensive intensity in the paint for Valley. The Shades Valley girls defeated the Clay-Chalkville girls 54-51 earlier in the evening. The Mounties are coming off their first win of the season. Leonard is an exceptional student. He came up with big catches to help Valley to their first winning season since 2017. Sophomore Tyree Hines will man the other corner. The 3rd period was a back-and-forth affair, and Valley managed to pull within a dozen at 51-39 as the two teams headed to the final period. Pell City answered back a minute later on a 52-yard touchdown run by Carlos Herring. JEFFERSON CO., Ala. (WBRC) - Coach Jamie Mitchell has been chosen to the lead the Shades Valley High School Mountie Football program, as well as, the school's athletic department. SCHEDULE The Mounties find themselves playing two teams they have never faced before in Briarwood and Chelsea. These games allowed their players to gain exposure to coaches at the larger schools. Malique Steele intercepted the two point conversion pass by Coda Cooper. Battle and Harry Little will coach the defensive backs. The senior intercepted a Viking pass and returned it 53 yards for a touchdown. Richardson was named All-County and All-Over the Mountain at the end of the 1986 season. Irvin has interest from one school to play football, and several schools are interested in him for basketball. The Mounties were unable to put points on the board for the 5th time this season. The Mounties face longtime rival Vestavia Hills at home tonight in a non-region game to close out the regular season. 10 Top 50% Tel: (205) 379-5350 www.jefcoed.com SAVE SCHOOL Shades Valley High School serves 1,211 students in grades 9-12. Go to School Page . Morris would like the opportunity to play football again. In the 11-on-11 competition, Shades Valley defeated Spain Park and dropped two close contests to the Golden Gophers, led by former Mountie QB Earl Woods, and the Huskies. I walked out there and looked across the field at the crimson line of Alabama. A victory this Friday night over the Woodlawn Colonels will send the Mounties to the playoffs. Football is not played at the junior college level in Alabama. After an officials conference at midfield, Bruce, the ball carrier, was ruled down and the Eagles retained possession of the ball. The loss dropped Valley to 1-4 on the year. The 1989 and 1992 teams were ranked in the top 25 nationally by USA Today. The Mounties were again able to move the ball deep into Eagle territory. Players of the Week have been selected for the Fairfield game. Head Coach Rueben Nelson does not believe in making excuses and knows it is his responsibility to get the team to score points. I look back at all the football and things Ive experienced, and I always tip my hat to Coach Higginbotham. The Mounties and the Indians met previously in the second game of the year. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our The junior wide receiver was pressed into action in the defensive backfield due to an injury to Jacob Mahand. I understand there is an entire generation of fans that cant imagine Shades Valley dominating the teams on their schedule, winning region titles, and playing for state championships. IRONDALE, Ala. (WIAT) Shades Valley High School has a new head football coach. Award-winning country music writer and former Shades Valley Mountie kicker, Neil Thrasher, was a frequent carpooler with Tamburello. Thomas started on both sides of the ball for the Mounties. When the football season wraps up, hell starting preparing for the diamond as Mahand plays baseball for Valley. A change in the school administration at Shades Valley got Higginbotham thinking about exploring other coaching opportunities. This group of seniors are some of the best kids I have ever been around, he said. It was good. A lot went right for us Friday night finally, said Mitchell. I also want to get my commercial driving license., Rashad had the dream of becoming an entrepreneur from an early age, his mom, Carmenlita Morris, said. Reebals is averaging almost 7 yards a carry and has scored seven touchdowns. Because of Richardsons outstanding play as a defensive back at Laney College, he was inducted into the California Community College Football Coaches Associations (CCCFCA) Hall of Fame (Player-post 1975 category) in 2013. Even though we didnt win a lot of games, I saw some boys grow into young men this season, and that whats this is all about. FAIRFIELD The Shades Valley Mounties escaped Fairfield with a 34-28 double overtime victory Friday night. It was a hard-fought win, said head coach Rueben Nelson. During my recruitment, I went to a bank opening ceremony on Highway 280. Basketball There is no data available for Shades Valley for Basketball. Justin Hannah is the new defensive coordinator. With better blocking up front, Moore had more time to throw. Offensively, our offensive line gave us a chance to control the game. I want my legacy to be that I didnt quit and worked hard to win, he said. The list goes on and on and on. The Homecoming win keeps Valleys playoff hopes alive. He was the type of guy that you need in your life and in your corner. A steal by Jeremiah Williams, 8 points, and an outlet pass to Erin Callens for a layup extended the Mountie lead to four with 2:49 to play. He currently has interest from UCF, Austin Peay, Shorter, and Faulkner. The Mounties found themselves down 17-0 in the span of 3:14 seconds after having the opportunity to tie the game. You can tell we have some guys that have spent some extensive time in the weight room, Mitchell said. Irondale-A large number of Shades Valley alumni gathered at Shades Valley this past Saturday for a fundraising barbeque. The Mountie defensive line played one of their best games of the year. Fairfield began the drive from their 30-yard line with 5:04 in the first quarter. Briarwood is coming off a 41-21 loss to 7A James Clemens this past Friday. The Mounties faced off against the Lee Generals of Montgomery Monday. Thomas lives by 2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. During that span, two of the Spartans five victories came under then Mountain Brook head coach and future Shades Valley head coach Robert Higginbotham. Your Home For Shades Valley Mountie Football and Boys Basketball News. When the old man visited the gifted center at his home in Birmingham, Tamburello thanked Bryant with all his heart, and said it was a dream of his to shake the great mans hand and have the opportunity to go to Alabama and play football. Compare that to California that has 68 junior college teams playing football. The Mounties then moved the ball to the Oxford 35-yard line, but the drive stalled again, and the Yellow Jackets took over with 8:33 remaining in the 3rd quarter. That hard work paid off for him. Sophomore Sephan White added a 23-yard run to the rushing totals. The powerful Cougar rushing attack rolled up 374 yards on 29 attempts and scored 5 rushing touchdowns. Shades Valley first played Mountain Brook in 1968. Fairfield then put together their own scoring drive and got on the scoreboard with a 1-yard pass with 9:46 remaining in the half. Head Coach Rueben Nelson was pragmatic about the win. Elizabeth Harris, Grace Lindsey, Ashley Leon, Kayleigh Brasher, and Sara Bailey also qualified for Shades Valley. He is also pleased with the players preparation and mental state thus far. Growing doesnt come without pain. He joined the staff at Shades Valley High School for George Millers final year as head coach. He also had a rushing score. Hes a great young man on the field and in the classroom., Jacari has been an awesome athlete for us, said Pope. However, if he doesnt get that opportunity with a school, he has a backup plan. Sometimes its the hidden stuff in there, said Mitchell. Sophomore Lauren Lindsey led the Mounties. We were all the way from Bessemer to Irondale with our kids, and it was so rewarding to get them to play together when they sometimes didnt really know each other when practice started., Despite the geographical challenges, the Mounties thrived, particularly from 1987 to 1998. The two teams played for 22 straight years between 1968 and 1989, with the Mounties going 17-5. Birmingham, AL 24,260 views 580 followers Timeline Highlights Team Schedule Shades Valley - Varsity Football has a new game recap. Stanhope Elmore put together a drive culminating in a 20-yard touchdown pass from Bryant to Thomas with 11:35 to play in the game. Hes got a mask from the movie Scream that he wears before every game to get himself going, said Harley. Mitchells goal for his first team at Shades Valley was to make the playoffs. UPDATED on 11/18/2014 at 7:40 P.M: The school's relationship with the Jefferson County IB school was clarified. A Hornet victory would have sent Shades Valley to the playoffs. I have faith in the Mountie nation. Thomas is looking to get back on the field and score touchdowns very soon. Shades Valley alumni hold fundraiser for football program, Area teams compete at MLK Indoor Track Classic, Gadsden man killed in St. Clair County crash, Obituary: Doris Elizabeth Holt Dorman (June 24, 1937 ~ January 14, 2023), Registered sex offender arrested for indecent exposure in Jefferson County, OPINION: Alabama should follow other states in providing permanent tax relief for its citizens, Pinson Valley Arts Council to host Heart & Soul Valentines Dinner and Dance charity, Obituary: Pamela Hodges Pratt (June 28, 1951 ~ January 11, 2023), MortgageRight in Leeds holds grand opening & ribbon cutting, Huskies run out of gas, lose first game of year to Austin, 49-42, Savvy Senior: Daily money managers can help seniors with financial chores, Springville wins key area matchup against Leeds, 50-38. Junior Ethan Johnson scored on a 2-yard run with 1:33 to play in the half. He knows that the Spartans will be a big test for his team. 88NO. The Mounties were held scoreless in a 40-0 defeat. Jeff Sentell covers prep sports for AL.com and the Birmingham News. It feels good to be able to do it. Mitchell replaces coach David Partridge who led Shades Valley to a 5-7 record last season. The Spartans of Mountain Brook (5-0) marched into Frank Nix Stadium and handed Shades Valley a 31-0 Region 5 loss. Thats something that Shades Valley set me up for and put me in that position, he said. Shades Valley Touchdown Football Booster Club. There were doubters though and they seemed to be right after the Spartans won only a single game that first year. The senior-laden Cougars raced out to a 21-2 lead at the end of the first period. Coach Rueben Nelson was very pleased with the event. Coach Dye and the Auburn Tigers were to be his future. He let me explain my reasons. Coach Rueben Nelsons squad continues to get better each week but finds themselves outmanned. A backward pass that was deflected by senior linebacker Kordell Steele and recovered by the Mounties was missed by the officiating crew. The Valley defense stiffened and got a big sack by Malique Steele on 4th down. The Mounties get an opportunity to take that first step in turning their season around and getting their first win this Friday night when they host Briarwood Christian (4-2). Boys V . Bowden would become the head coach of the Auburn Tigers a few years later. They were standouts on the Rams 2016 State Championship team. This game will be won up front. He left Cal to coach at Berkeley High School in 1997 and 1998. Thomas wants to leave his mark on the Shades Valley program. He went to Troy, West Alabama, Mississippi State and UAB for football camps. Shades Valley fell to the Gardendale Rockets at home 33-0 this past Friday night. Unfortunately, I witnessed an individual complain to an assistant coach as they left the field after a disappointing loss. The gentle giant, as his mom, Rachel Holifield, calls him, always looks to help others. Frank Nixs love for the Shades Valley family (and baseball) was great. 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. Fellow junior Tithe-Raymond Byrd and senior Xavion Webb added seven total tackles each. Russell Bradt, ATC, of ATI will serve as the Mounties athletic trainer. I blocked those punts because of what Coach Butts taught me at Shades Valley. Senior wide receiver Al Weathers IV was the leading receiver with four receptions for 58 yards. However, neither team could generate any offense, and the two teams headed to the fourth quarter with the Eagles holding a 36-0 lead. In the Mounties opener against Stanhope Elmore, he caught seven passes for 114 yards and had the game-winning touchdown. Even though the Mounties are still searching for their first win, Coach Mitchell believes he has a good team. My personal goals are to have a 100-plus tackle season, 10-plus sacks, 5- plus interceptions, 20-plus tackles for loss, 5- plus touchdowns, and 15-plus receptions. Little did he know that almost a decade later, he would be playing on the west coast as a University of California Golden Bear. Mike Epps Coming To MemphisCurrent Address: SBLA Thomas St, Memphis, TN. I observed a group of freshmen and sophomores that will soon become upperclassmen. The Mounties are looking to bounce back from last years 3-7 season. I was sitting on a curb eating a hotdog, and Terry Bowdens father, Coach Bobby Bowden of Florida State came over and sat down next to me on the curb and started talking to me about going to Samford. Moore calls that experience surreal. While he may joke around when he is off the field, the humble Steele is all business when the black helmet goes on. The Indians came back and won 31-21 late. 220 likes. Shades Valley broke the tie with a pair of free throws by Crawford that pushed the Mountie lead to 56-54 with 3:03 to play. They are a very well coached team. With the victory, the Eagles secured a trip to the playoffs in their first year in 6A. Shades Valley led 7-3 with 36 seconds remaining in the quarter. Mitchell will coach the wide receivers while Pope will handle the outside linebackers and special teams. The Vikings were not done, though. For the Mounties to make the playoffs, Chelsea and Pelham must win. Shades Valley was unable to generate any offense and was forces to punt the ball away on their first series. That group has now had three games together. IRONDALE, Alabama -- Bill Smith has resigned as the head football coach at Shades Valley. Football is an emotional game, and you have to play a complete game when you go up two scores, not five just minutes.. Valley was forced to punt with 20 seconds to go in the game. The Mounties took the opening kickoff but could not pick up the first down and had to punt. This will help us compete, Nelson said. I would like to be remembered as a loyal teammate who was not ashamed to be himself, someone who had a lot of love for his brothers and would do anything for them, he said. Moore ended the game with eight tackles, one sack, and one fumble recovery. 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. They are in a really good mindset. The two teams headed to their locker rooms, with the Mounties holding on to a 12-7 lead. It was a huge win for us, he said. The tough non-area schedule will pay off for the young Mounties later in the season. I thank God that our fans have been as patient as fans can be, he said. Thomas had 97 yards on five receptions, four touchdowns, a two-point conversion, made two PATs, and accounted for 28 of the Mounties 34 points. Head coach Rueben Nelson was pleased with the win. He just knew he was going to a new school, a predominantly white one, that required an hour-long bus ride each way that passed five or six other high schools. The schools large field house, while several years old, is one of the best around in terms of space and potential. The Mountie defense continues to show improvement as well. Junior Steve Brown, a Ramsay transfer, will lead the Mountie offense. Even though the season comes to an early end for the 2021 team, they can be proud that they have started to change the culture and laid a foundation for the future. Shades Valley qualified six girls for the 6A championship. We just couldnt capitalize on them, said Nelson. The Mounties started the possession on their 39-yard line and drove deep into Fairfield territory. That's the last time the school posted a better record than Smith's 10-2 season in 2013 or his 9-3 team in 2014. I have been really happy with the kids positive attitudes and how resilient they have been, he added. Huffman is a talented team with a punishing ground attack led by Appalachian State commit Makhi Hughes. We are dressing out 50 players while others are dressing out 100, Nelson said. The same can be said of Shane Paschal. It was a night of celebration not only for the win, but also because Shades Valley saw their playoff hopes gain new life. Former Mountie and 2022 Auburn SEC Legend Ben Tamburello was also in attendance. Vestavia blocked the Mountie punt and returned it 32 yards for a touchdown to take a 17-0 lead with 3:36 remaining in the 3rd quarter. Like many of his teammates, Thomas got his start in little league. The Defensive Headhunter Player of the Week award goes to Ethan Johnson. Part of the legacy he left was an example for the alumni to follow.. On Vestavias next possession, the Rebels broke a 62-yard run down to the Mounties two-yard line. 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. 11 talking about this. Senior running back Jordan Pearson led the Mounties with 49 rushing yards. Junior point guard Kevin Kirk, Jr. led the Cougars with 19 points and 5 rebounds. This was an opportunity for graduates of the school to come together, said organizer John Goolsby. Blaze Thompson, a 6-foot-1, 290-pound senior, will be looking for playing time after battling back from a broken hand. The Eagles steadily moved the ball down the field, and Bruce scored his third rushing score of the night on a 15-yard run with 4:35 remaining in the half. Huffman is going to be a tough game. The . Marlen Sewell, an extremely talented 6-foot-2, 185-pound cornerback, who holds an offer from Big XII team Kansas, leads the secondary. The loss of Caleb Price, who the staff considered their best lineman, in the first game was a big blow to the team. Junior Jordan Pearson had 118 yards on 18 carries with a touchdown. 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. He built his life around family, not the opposite as so many others have done, wrote former Shades Valley principal Richard Lazenby. The Mounties answered quickly and scored on a 56-yard touchdown run by Christian Thomas on a pitch from quarterback Steve Brown. Not surprisingly, he was named Friendliest his senior year. 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