Long Island native and two-time Bama grad who is still trying to figure out this southern hospitality thing. Previously, I was the Assistant Sports Editor for UA's The Crimson White and a digital reporter for WVUA 23. I love writing, drinking Dr. Pepper and watching Rangers hockey. Reach out if you have a tip or want to know how to make a good marinara sauce.
James Benedetto
Hueytown Hands Hillcrest Its First Loss, 28-24
The Gophers have now won their last three matchups against Hillcrest while also spoiling the Patriots' perfect record.
TCSS: 48 New COVID-19 Cases, 349 Quarantined in 10-Day Period
The Tuscaloosa County School System announced Friday that 48 students tested positive for the coronavirus from Sept. 1 to Sept. 11 and 349 students were quarantined.
Alabama Ranks Last in 2020 U.S. Census Response Rates
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Alabama is in last place with an 85 percent enumerated (self-response and enumerated in non-response follow up) response rate.
Alabama’s Skylar Wallace Enters the Transfer Portal
Alabama Softball's Skylar Wallace entered her name in the transfer portal Tuesday afternoon.
West Blocton Cruises to 52-30 Victory Over Holt
Matchups and a strong game plan led West Blocton to a 2-0 record in Region 3 play thanks to a 52-30 victory over Holt.
TCS Superintendent Pitches Dates for Staggered Opening of Schools
The board is expected to vote on Daria's proposal next week. If approved, TCS will move to a staggered, four-day learning week with each student in a classroom twice weekly.
Hillcrest Cruises to a 49-14 Victory Over Brookwood
Hillcrest picked up its first win in 6A Regional play as it defeated the Brookwood Panthers 49-14.
Last-Second Heroics Clinches 27-20 Victory for Hillcrest
With five seconds left to go in the game, Patriots senior Tyler Smith broke through the defensive line with just the Tuscaloosa County safety to beat to get to the endzone.
Alabama Records Lowest New COVID Cases in a Month
According to the Alabama Department of Public Health, the state tallied 1,123 new cases Sunday, the lowest total since July 7th.
John Petty Announces his Return to the Crimson Tide
The Huntsville, Alabama, native announced that he is returning to the Crimson Tide on Monday.