WVUA 23 News
Episode 5 | October 24, 2025
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- Episode 5 | October 24, 2025
- Runtime
- 15:39
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Welcome to West Alabama Weekly, episode 5.
Digital reporter intern J. Calister Clemons and social media intern Sydney Reinke bring you our fifth episode of the podcast. They talk about a handful of local stories happening around West Alabama, including improvements for Northport's highway 43 & 82, new electric school buses in Walker County, water safety in Alabama, some good news and more. Roll tide!
You can view all stories and much more on our website (www.wvua23.com) .
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- Episode 9 | December 12, 2025
- Runtime
- 27:31
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Welcome to West Alabama Weekly, episode 9.
Digital reporter intern J. Calister Clemons and social media interns Sydney Reinke and Hannah Classon bring you our ninth episode of the podcast. They talk about a handful of local stories happening around West Alabama, including a story on local crime, porch pirates, holiday events and more. They also talk in-depth about the University of Alabama student-run magazines (1956 and Alice) that were permanently suspended by UA.
J. Calister Clemons has his second edition of his series, Senate Seat Spotlight, where he will be highlighting individual profiles of every Senate candidate for the upcoming 2026 U.S. Senate race, where Alabamians will decide who will join Katie Britt as Alabama’s new junior Senator. Today, he highlights candidate Morgan Murphy.
You can view all stories and much more on our website (www.wvua23.com) .
As a friendly remi...
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- November 14, 2025 | No new episode this week
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Welcome to West Alabama Weekly.
Unfortunately, due to some unforeseen technical difficulties, we do not have a new episode this week.
We apologize for this and we plan to be back to our regular recording next Friday.
As always, you can view all stories and much more on our website (www.wvua23.com) . Follow WVUA 23 News on social media @wvua23 (https://www.wvua23.com/stationinfo/stay-connected/) and be sure to catch up on our first 7 episodes of the pod.
Thank you and talk soon. Roll tide!
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- Episode 6 | October 31, 2025
- Runtime
- 23:06
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Welcome to West Alabama Weekly, episode 6. Happy Halloween!
Digital reporter intern J. Calister Clemons and social media intern Sydney Reinke bring you our sixth episode of the podcast. They talk about a handful of local stories happening around West Alabama, including SNAP benefits and food insecurities, a fun Halloween-themed event, a new segment on the open Alabama Senator role and more. Roll tide!
You can view all stories and much more on our website (www.wvua23.com) .
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- Episode 7 | November 07, 2025
- Runtime
- 14:12
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Welcome to West Alabama Weekly, episode 7.
Digital reporter intern J. Calister Clemons and social media interns Sydney Reinke and Hannah Classon bring you our seventh episode of the podcast. They talk about a handful of local stories happening around West Alabama, including the ongoing food insecurities concern due to the government shutdown, the Marshall Four, fun events around town and more. Roll tide!
You can view all stories and much more on our website (www.wvua23.com) .
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- Bonus episode | UA student Daniel DiDonato interview
- Runtime
- 24:46
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- J. Calister Clemons sits down for an exclusive interview with our very first guest here at West Alabama Weekly, Daniel DiDonato, a University of Alabama freshman who singlehandedly drew two new State Senate districts as part of a redistricting effort to address historical racial gerrymandering.
His plan was chosen over two other professionally-drawn district maps, and he did it entirely by himself, in his free time, pro bono and also, somehow, for fun.
Enjoy this sit down interview talking all things maps and Alabama politics.
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- Episode 8 | November 21, 2025
- Runtime
- 29:20
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Welcome to West Alabama Weekly, episode 8.
Digital reporter intern J. Calister Clemons and social media interns Sydney Reinke and Hannah Classon bring you our eighth episode of the podcast. They talk about a handful of local stories happening around West Alabama, including an update on the University Beach project, crime in Oakman, holiday events and more.
J. Calister Clemons also premieres his new series, Senate Seat Spotlight, where he will be highlighting individual profiles of every Senate candidate for the upcoming 2026 U.S. Senate race, where Alabamians will decide who will join Katie Britt as Alabama’s new junior Senator. Today, he highlights candidate Dakarai Larriett.
You can view all stories and much more on our website (www.wvua23.com) .
As a friendly reminder, we will be off for Thanksgiving next week, but we will be back on December 5th. Roll tide!
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- Alabama LB Justin Jefferson meets with the media 12-12-25
- Runtime
- 4:05
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- Alabama LB Justin Jefferson meets with the media to discuss making the College Football Playoffs.
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- Alabama WR Ryan Williams meets with the media 12-12-25
- Runtime
- 2:10
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- Alabama WR Ryan Williams meets with the media to discuss making the College Football Playoffs.
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- Alabama LB Yhonzae Pierre meets with the media 12-12-25
- Runtime
- 1:45
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- Alabama LB Yhonzae Pierre meets with the media to discuss making the College Football Playoffs.
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- Tider Insider: December 9, 2025
- Runtime
- 22:16
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss the Tide's loss to Georgia in the SEC Championship last week, including key injuries that hurt Alabama, the Tide's negative passing yards and the merit of playing bowl games at all. For coach talk, Kalen DeBoer spoke about how he still sees an upside to playing in a conference championship game.
The crew then looked at Alabama football's upcoming playoff game against the Oklahoma Sooners, including keys to success such as turnovers and rushing. Then, the two turned to both mens and womens hoops, who are both starting their seasons out strong.
After Tider Insider's weekly Bama in the NFL segment, the two turned to callers, who wanted to know about Ryan Williams dropping passes, LT Overton's injury, recruiting defensive linemen for the 2026 class and why Ty Simpson wasn't pulled.
To wrap up, Gary and Rodney talked about Alabama's newest recruit and discussed Nick Saban being inducted into the College Football Hall...
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- 49th Annual West Alabama Christmas Parade
- Runtime
- 1:27:35
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- Watch the 49th annual West Alabama Christmas Parade
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- Tider Insider: December 2, 2025
- Runtime
- 22:22
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss the Tide's upcoming game against Georgia in the SEC Championship, including the last matchup against the Bulldogs and the Tides offensive ability. The two talk about Kalen DeBoer's faith in Ty Simpson.
The crew then looked at Alabama football's win in the Iron bowl, and the CFP's updated rankings, before turning to two new commitments ahead of signing day tomorrow.
After Tider Insider's weekly Bama in the NFL segment, the two turned to callers, who wanted to know about Ryan Williams recent play, top acquisitions to the roster and what the playoff picture looks like for Alabama.
To wrap up, Gary and Rodney gave their picks for Alabama's upcoming game against Georgia, and talked about men's and women's hoops performance's in their respective tournaments.
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- Tider Insider: November 25, 2025
- Runtime
- 22:19
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss the Tide's upcoming game against Auburn, including how Jordan-Hare's environment may affect the Tide and Deuce Knight's ability against Alabama. The two talk about Kalen DeBoer's mindset for the Iron Bowl.
The crew then looked at Alabama football's win last week against Eastern Illinois, including the defenses incredible performance, the quarterback play and Conor Talty's field goal record. Then, the two turned to Tide hoops and its second loss of the season to Gonzaga, which concluded the Tide's four-game gauntlet.
After Tider Insider's weekly Bama in the NFL segment, Gary discussed Alabama volleyball's run in the SEC tournament, before turning to callers, who wanted to know Josh Cuevas injury updates, what Alabama needs to do to win the Iron Bowl and how the Tide can fix its turnovers.
To wrap up, Gary and Rodney gave their picks for Alabama's upcoming game against Auburn, before ending with Doris Lemngole def...
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- Alabama QB Ty Simpson meets with the media ahead of Auburn game 11-25-25
- Runtime
- 2:17
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama QB Ty Simpson meets with the media ahead of Auburn game.
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- Alabama DL Tim Keenan meets with media ahead of Auburn 11-25-25
- Runtime
- 2:00
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama DL Tim Keenan meets with media ahead of Auburn game on Saturday.
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- Alabama WR Ryan Williams meets with the media ahead of Auburn 11-25-25
- Runtime
- 3:42
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama WR Ryan Williams meets with the media ahead of Auburn game on Saturday.
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- Alabama DC Kane Wommack Pre Iron Bowl - Monday 11/24
- Runtime
- 10:45
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama defensive coordinator Kane Wommack previews the Iron Bowl and talks about the challenge of preparing for multiple quarterbacks.
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- Alabama OC Ryan Grubb Pre Iron Bowl - Monday 11/24
- Runtime
- 6:27
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb discusses the build-up to his first Iron Bowl game and lays out his takeaways after reviewing the film of the EIU game.
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- Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer Pre Iron Bowl - Monday 11/24
- Runtime
- 8:54
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer talks about the importance of this week's Iron Bowl, and how he helps the team handle the narrative that goes with playing in Jordan-Hare Stadium.
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- Tider Insider: November 18, 2025
- Runtime
- 22:11
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss the Tide's loss on Saturday against Oklahoma, including costly turnovers, special teams struggles and the continued run game issues. The two discuss Ryan Grubb's comments about the lack of turnovers from the Tide defense this game.
The crew then looked at Alabama football's upcoming game against Eastern Illinois, including how the Tide should play the game to prepare for the Iron Bowl in two weeks. Then, the two turned to Tide hoops and its first loss of the season to Purdue, and Women's hoops win against Alabama A&M.
After Tider Insider's weekly Bama in the NFL segment, callers wanted to know Josh Cuevas, Alabama's chances to Auburn, Oklahoma's two-game win streak against the Tide and opening up positions before the Iron bowl.
To wrap up, Gary and Rodney gave their picks for Alabama's upcoming game against Eastern Illinois.
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- Alabama OL Geno VanDeMark meets with the media ahead of senior day vs. Eastern Illinois
- Runtime
- 5:00
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama OL Geno VanDeMark meets with the media ahead of senior day vs. Eastern Illinois on Saturday.
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- Alabama LB Nikhai Hill-Green meets with the media ahead of Senior Day vs. Eastern Illinois
- Runtime
- 4:56
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama LB Nikhai Hill-Green meets with the media ahead of Senior Day vs. Eastern Illinois on Saturday.
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- Tider Insider: November 11, 2025
- Runtime
- 22:21
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss the Tide's last game on Saturday against LSU, including playing teams close, key turnovers and struggles with the run game. The two discuss Kalen DeBoer's comments about how forcing turnovers in an intentional effort.
The crew then looked at Alabama football's upcoming game against Oklahoma, including the Sooner's defense, Alabama's confidence and Oklahoma being the first team out of the playoff in the new CFP rankings. Then, the two turned to Tide hoops and its win against St John's, Nate Oats' comments about limiting fouls, and Alabama's upcoming game against Purdue.
After Tider Insider's weekly Bama in the NFL segment, callers wanted to know about the run game, Dre Kirkpatrick Jr., young defensive lineman and keys to beating the Sooners on Saturday.
To wrap up, Gary and Rodney talked about Alabama soccer's playoff berth and gave their picks for Alabama's upcoming game against Oklahoma.
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- Alabama center Parker Brailsford meets with the media ahead of the Oklahoma game 11-11-25
- Runtime
- 1:47
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama center Parker Brailsford meets with the media ahead of the Oklahoma game on Saturday.
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- Alabama QB Ty Simpson meets with the media ahead of their match up with Oklahoma 11-11-25
- Runtime
- 7:23
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama QB Ty Simpson meets with the media ahead of their match up with Oklahoma on Saturday.
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- Alabama DB Zabien Brown meets with the media ahead of the Oklahoma game 11-11-25
- Runtime
- 2:10
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama DB Zabien Brown meets with the media ahead of the Oklahoma game on Saturday.
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- Alabama LB Nikhai Hill-Green meets with the media ahead of Oklahoma game 11-11-25
- Runtime
- 3:07
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama LB Nikhai Hill-Green meets with the media ahead of the Oklahoma game on Saturday.
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- Kalen DeBoer on November 10, 2025
- Runtime
- 15:20
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama's head coach discusses the Tide's next matchup against Oklahoma.
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- Ryan Grubb on November 10, 2025
- Runtime
- 7:45
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama's offensive coordinator discusses the Tide's next matchup against Oklahoma.
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- Alabama QB Ty Simpson Post LSU - Saturday 11/8/25
- Runtime
- 9:22
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson recaps the 20-9 win over LSU.
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- Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer Post LSU - Saturday 11/8
- Runtime
- 8:50
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer recaps the 20-9 win over LSU.
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- Football Friday: Nov. 7, 2025
- Runtime
- 44:35
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- WVUA 23's final Football Friday of the season is jam packed with highlights from 10 games.
-Tallassee Tigers vs. American Christian Academy Patriots
-Beauregard Hornets vs. Northside Rams
-Elmore County Panthers vs. Demopolis Tigers
-Walter Wellborn Panthers vs. Gordo Green Wave
-Susan Moore Bulldogs vs. Tuscaloosa Academy Knights
Woodland Bobcats vs. Hubbertville Lions
-Fayetteville Wolves vs. Berry-Fayette Wildcats
-Carver Wolverines vs. Thompson Warriors
-Hale County Wildcats vs. Lee-Scott Warriors
-Bessemer Academy Rebels vs. Southern Academy Cougars
-Helena Huskies vs. Bessemer City Purple Tigers
-McAdory Yellow Jackets vs. Spain Park Jaguars
-Pell City Panthers vs. Homewood Patriots
-Opelika Bulldogs vs. Hewitt-Trussville Huskies
-Hoover Buccaneers vs. Central-Phenix City Red Devils
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- Tider Insider: November 4, 2025
- Runtime
- 22:27
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss Alabama's upcoming game against LSU, including Garrett Nussmeier and new interim coach Frank Wilson. The two discuss Kalen DeBoer's comments about the gameday atmosphere in bryant-Denny stadium, and how the tide may gain an advantage.
The crew then looked at Alabama Basketball's first game for both men's and women's, and the crew heard Nate Oats talk about playing without some of the Tide's impactful players.
Callers wanted to know what is happening with Jam Miller's run game, how to improve the running game, and if Nate Oats will coach in the NBA.
To wrap up, Gary and Rodney talked gave their pick for Alabama's upcoming game against LSU.
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- Alabama LB Deontae Lawson meets with the media ahead of LSU game 11-4-25
- Runtime
- 3:34
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Alabama LB Deontae Lawson meets with the media ahead of LSU game on Saturday.
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- Alabama DT Tim Keenan meets with the media ahead of LSU match up 11-4-25
- Runtime
- 2:39
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Alabama DT Tim Keenan meets with the media ahead of LSU match up on Saturday.
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- Alabama RB Jam Miller meets with the media ahead of LSU 11-4-25
- Runtime
- 4:38
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Alabama RB Jam Miller meets with the media ahead of LSU match up on Saturday.
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- WVUA 23 News at 9
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Your town, your stories, your news...sooner!
Now at 9pm. Starting Monday, November 10th.
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- Kalen DeBoer on November 3, 2025
- Runtime
- 6:09
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Alabama football coach answer questions and looks ahead to the Tide's next game against LSU.
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- Kane Wommack on November 3, 2025
- Runtime
- 13:14
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Alabama's defensive coordinator discusses the Tide's next matchup against LSU.
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- Ryan Grubb on November 3, 2025
- Runtime
- 7:15
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Alabama offensive coordinator discusses the Tide's next matchup against LSU following the bye week.
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- Football Friday: October 31, 2025
- Runtime
- 44:24
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- WVUA 23's 11th football Friday of the season features highlights from 14 games:
-American Christian Patriots vs. Northside Rams
-Paul Bryant Stampede vs. Tuscaloosa County Wildcats
-Northridge Jaguars vs. Minor Purple Tigers
-Jemison Panthers vs. Hale County Wildcats
-John Carroll Cavaliers vs. West Blocton Tigers
-Cornerstone Christian Chargers vs. North River Christian Chargers
-Aliceville Yellow Jackets vs. Greensboro Raiders
-Greene County Tigers vs. Pickens Academy Pirates
-Patrician Academy Trojans vs. Southern Academy Cougars
-Victory Christian Lions vs. Berry Wildcats
-Oak Mountain Eagles vs. Chelsea Hornets
-Wenonah Dragons vs. Bessemer City Purple Tigers
-Glencoe Yellow Jackets vs. Piedmont Lions
-Walter Wellborn Panthers vs. Westbrook Christian Warriors
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- Alabama OL Jaeden Roberts meets with the media during Tide's bye week
- Runtime
- 4:41
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Alabama OL Jaeden Roberts meets with the media during Tide's bye week. The Tide are set to host LSU coming off the bye week on Saturday, November 8th.
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- Alabama DB Keon Sabb meets with the media during the Tide's bye week
- Runtime
- 2:06
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Alabama DB Keon Sabb meets with the media during the Tide's bye week. Alabama is set to host LSU coming off the bye on November 8th.
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- Tider Insider: October 28, 2025
- Runtime
- 22:27
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss Alabama's performance in its close win against South Carolina on Saturday, including some big plays on defense and a late offensive surge by Ty Simpson and Germie Bernard. The two discuss Kalen DeBoer's comments about trick plays that the Tide has in its playbook.
The crew then looked at Alabama's upcoming bye week, including improvements that could be made, and goals the tide should have. The two then discussed Brian Kelly's firing, and how the coaching change may affect next weekend's match up. Then, Rodney and Gary recapped Alabama men's and women's basketball's last exhibition game before the regular season.
Callers wanted to know what is going wrong with the Tide's run game, if Ryan Grubb will get head coaching offers and about possible future commitments.
To wrap up, Gary and Rodney talked about Tide Gymnastics Halloween intrasquad scrimmage.
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- Football Friday: October 24, 2025
- Runtime
- 44:11
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- WVUA 23's 10th football Friday of the season features highlights from 16 games:
Thomasville Tigers at Greensboro Raiders
Dallas County Hornets at Hale County Wildcats
Oak Mountain Eagles at Hillcrest Patriots
Coosa Christian Conquerors at Tuscaloosa Academy Knights
Trinity Christian Eagles at North River Christian Chargers
Holt Ironmen at ACA Patriots
Paul Bryant Stampede at Brookwood Panthers
Carbon Hill Bulldogs at Gordo Green Wave
Thompson Warriors at Prattville Lions
Hoover Buccaneers at Vestavia Hills Rebels
Central Falcons at Hueytown Gophers
Good Hope Raiders at Dora Bulldogs
Leeds Greenwave at Pelham Panthers
Aliceville Yellow Jackets at Sulligent Blue Devils
Isabella Mustangs at Lamar County Bulldogs
Susan Moore Bulldogs at Cleveland Panthers
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- Tider Insider: October 21, 2025
- Runtime
- 22:29
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss Alabama's performance in its win against Tennessee last week, including Ryan William's comeback performance, the Tide's defensive domination and Ty Simpson's performance. The two discuss Kalen DeBoer's comments about continuing to improve and adapt every game.
The crew then looked at the upcoming game between Alabama and South Carolina, including how the Tide can keep up its winning streak on Saturday. The two also looked at Bama Golf's win at the Fallen Oaks tournament.
Callers wanted to know is the Tide can contain LaNorris Sellers, concerns about offensive tackles and problems with the run defense.
To wrap up, Gary and Rodney gave their picks for the South Carolina game on Saturday.
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- Alabama DB Keon Sabb meets with the media 10-21-25
- Runtime
- 6:05
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Alabama DB Keon Sabb meets with the media ahead of their road match up with South Carolina.
- Title
- Alabama LB Deontae Lawson meets with the media 10-21-25
- Runtime
- 2:49
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Alabama LB Deontae Lawson meets with the media ahead of their road match up with South Carolina.
- Title
- Alabama QB Ty Simpson meets with the media 10-21-25
- Runtime
- 4:53
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Alabama QB Ty Simpson meets with the media ahead of Alabama's road match up with South Carolina.
