It was something the kids needed to be exposed to for various reasons, he said. Select Year: 1970 <-- 2016 <- 2017 -> 2018 --> 2022. He then moved on to Eufaula High School in Eufaula, Alabama from 1994-1996 before being hired by Alba High School in Bayou La Batre, Alabama in 1997. Copyright 2022 WBRC. I dont think whoever they could have hired could fill those shoes. The kids gravitate toward a kid like that. But to me and the thousands of young men that got to play for him during his career, his biggest value was in the impact he had in our lives as husbands, fathers, Christian leaders, friends and really, just as people living in our communities. Were going to lean on him a lot. All rights reserved (About Us). Phone: 205-402-5350. He runs the show and keeps this whole place in line. Grider has had success as a program builder. St. Paul's head coach Steve Mask instructs tight end Chett Elder in the first half of a prep football game against Faith Academy on Friday, Sept. 17, 2021, in Mobile, Ala. (Mike Kittrell | preps@al.com). VHSC Girls Staff U12-U19. He can move, too. "[31][32], In June 2016, the Georgia Professional Standards Commission announced that Propst would be suspended for the entire 2016 season after head-butting one of his players (and bloodying himself) during a December 4, 2015 playoff game. Hes a tough, hard-nosed kid who I definitely think is going to have a heckuva season for us. He has three state titles on his resume and expects to win at Orange Beach as well. Ben Blackmon won another. A meet-and-greet event for Robert and his wife Anne Evans will be held on Monday, Jan. 17 at 6 p.m. at Vestavia Hills High School. The investigation resulted in the forfeiture of four games, including a 1-0 loss to crosstown rival Spain Park High School, the first loss to the Jaguars in the history of the teams' rivalry. He is quick to tell anyone who will listen that he was called by God to coach football on January 12, 1968. Upload it Are you the coach? Here he shares some of his thoughts on stepping into the Vestavia program as longtime coach Buddy Anderson retires after becoming the winningest football coach in Alabama history in his 43 years coaching the Rebels. He takes over a Pell City team that hasnt won a playoff game since 2012 and hasnt advanced past the second round since 2003. David Lundberg will coach the offensive line and serve as running game coordinator. Coach, Head Coach - 7th Men's Basketball, Men's Golf, Head Coach - 8th Women's Volleyball, 7th Women's Basketball. But on July 28, 2007, The Birmingham News went public with the allegations when it published a letter from attorneys for Bishop to the Hoover Board of Education. VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WBRC) - Vestavia Hills High School head football coach Sean Calhoun has resigned after one season with the Rebels. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. I called him a lot and visited him several times picking his brain for football advice. He started improving and started to progress. They both wrestle, so we have a nickname for them: the Road Warriors from the old WCW. Rigby comes in after a successful stint at Eufaula and does have talent returning, including sophomore running back Anthony Rogers and senior offensive tackle Vysen Lang. He will have to guide the team through a new class as the Lions make the jump from 4A to 5A. vestavia hills football coaching staff; what is the. P.O. He now takes over the tradition-rich Toros. I told them to write down how they want to be as an individual, as a football player and as a team. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). Ohatchee was 27-5-1 in Propst's three years as a starter at wide receiver and defensive back, with Propst earning All-County recognition as a senior. Hes been the teams defensive coordinator for six years under Dedrick Sumpter and then Melvin Pete Jr. Coleman has brought back several former Williamson and Mobile prep stars to join his staff, including Jamarcus Russell and Sherman Williams. His playoff record is 47-29 while his region record stands at 152-71 which is the most region wins in state history. Anderson attended Thomasville High School and played football but not for his father who had retired because he said he did not wish to coach his sons. As a truck traveling down Highway 31 lost its brakes and barreled through an intersection, those three lives were cut short in a tragic event that still shakes the entire community when it . 2235 Limerock Rd. And probably not as many as Hewitt-Trussville and Hoover. He graduated from Jacksonville State in 1981 with a degree in Physical Education. I was fortunate to be a part of one of his state championship teams, Mitch says. Claim this team Ways you can help Make an impact on this team, and help keep MaxPreps up-to-date. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. He is a real man., Coach Andersons impact reaches far and wide throughout the community and across all sorts of professions. From what I was told, this was the first time [Vestavia] had been to a 7-on-7 in a tournament format. VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WBRC) - Vestavia Hills High School head football coach Sean Calhoun has resigned after one season with the Rebels. 18. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. [16] In 2011, Colquitt finished 11-3 after losing 35-31 to the eventual state champions, Grayson High School, in the state semifinal game. The Valdosta football team was also placed on probation for the 2021 football season, therefore preventing them from participating in any playoff games. Hes a long, tall athlete. RECRUIT VESTAVIA and 3 others. Calhoun played as a defensive back and quarterback for Valdosta State University from 2000 to 2004 and later joined the teams coaching staff. Vestavia Hills, AL 35216. Since the early 70s, on Wednesday nights his house has been full of athletes who want to learn more about God. Region: 7A-R3. His brother [second-team All-American safety Nolan] is a starter at Clemson and hes, obviously, the second son of Kevin Turner. (Submitted). His playoff record is 47-29 while his region record stands at 152-71 which is the most region wins in state history. After Buddy Anderson won 346 games in 43 years, Vestavia Hills has now had two coaching changes in as many seasons. Our guys take pride in our community and have that pride with a little edge, a chip on their shoulders, Calhoun said. Im competitive and I like to win, but relationships that last a lifetime, and for eternity. In his column in the edition of July 4, 2007 of The Western Star, Ford reported that a number of sources, none of which would allow their name to be used, said that Propst's alleged affair also included a child born out of wedlock. He can run, hes smart and he also plays basketball. Robert Evans is the new Vestavia Hills football coach. P.O. Also, parents dont need to make it all better all the time. Hes a good football player and one of those who makes you better, for sure., Calhoun also singled out his top two defensive ends juniors Andrew Sykes and Lane Whisenhunt. 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They are both tough with good motors. If you have a disability or face any barriers accessing website content, please contact (205) 402-5100 or email webmaster@vestavia.k12.al.us. [11], On January 30, 2008, Propst was named head coach at Colquitt County High School. . And I know that Buddy Anderson will carry on making a difference in the lives of young people. He will lead our football program into the future with the integrity that has been the foundation of our program. They were alike in so many ways: both strong Christian men, both strong citizens in their communities and both coached over 40 years, Ryan shares. [22] Bishop originally announced that there was nothing to be concerned about, but Craig overruled Bishop and announced that a full investigation would be carried out, to be headed by former federal judge Sam C. Pointer, Jr.[23][24]. Enough had happened already, and I didnt want to add to everything by leaving my players. Pike Road went 14-0 and averaged 46 points a game a year ago, but coach Patrick Browning left for Greenville and star players Iverson Hooks, Quinshon Judkins and Khurtiss Perry will be playing on Saturdays this fall. With me being a new set of eyes and with a handful of our coaches being new, we all had to see them in a competitive setting. Hoover coach Wade Waldrop directs his team during the Hustle Up 7on7 national tournament at the Hoover Met Complex in Hoover, Ala., Friday, July 15, 2022. Life is like football, he told me. What I expect from this team is to give 100 percent. Great Moments in Alabama High School Football History. What is one great lesson youve learned as a coach? Sadly, it would be their last. Vestavia Hills' Hoke Smith (74) celebrates a score against Hoover with Randall Stokes in a 2019 file photo.