Ernest Ward Eagles Take On Pollard
September 5, 2008
The Ernest Ward Middle School Lady Eagles took two from the Pollard (AL) Wolves Thursday afternoon in volleyball action at Northview High School.
The Eagles won both games 25-21 and 25-20. To view a complete photo gallery, click here.
Football Season Opens: Tate Slides Past Escambia
September 5, 2008
The Tate Aggies picked up the first win of the season on home turf Thursday night as Northwest Florida’s high school football season got underway.
The Escambia Gator’s Trent Richardson picked up 191 yards on 25 carries and four TD’s, but that was not enough to stop the Aggies at Pete Gindl stadium. The Aggies finished up by one, beating Escambia 28-27.
The Gators put the first points of the season on the board early in the game on a four yard plunge from Richardson. A good kick, and the Gators were up 7-0.
Tate’s number 10, Q Ford, answered with a touchdown and a good Aggie kick to tie the game 7-7.
A 46 yard touchdown run by Richardson late in the first half put the Gators up 14-7. A 30 yard throw to Jamarian Bonner evened things up for the Aggies in the third, 14-14.
Tate took the lead on their home field on a 25 yarder from Edwin Richburg to Tevon Padgett. Tate was up for the first time in the game 21-14.
Richardson hit paydirt again, tying the game. Ford added another to give the Aggies a 28-21 lead. Richardson scored another TD with just five minutes on the clock, making the game a close 28-27. The kick was blocked, sealing an Aggie victory.
Volleyball: Lady Chiefs Fall To PCA On The Road
September 5, 2008
The Northview Chief varsity volleyball team had a disappointing night in Pensacola Thursday, dropping three to Pensacola Christian Academy.
The night ended 25-17, 25-7 and 25-22 for the Lady Chiefs.
Amber McMillan rackup up 10 digs on the night. Shawna Montgomery had five digs, five blocks, one kill and two aces. Senior Brittney Thompson had four digs, one block, eight kills and a couple of aces. Ashley Digmon had 13 digs against PCA. Caitlin Hall chipped in for one block and eight assists.
The varsity Lady Chiefs will be at home against Northview on Monday at 6:00.
Chiefs Dominate ECHS On Volleyball Court
September 3, 2008
The Northview Chiefs dominated Escambia County High School from Atmore Monday night in varsity volleyball action.
Northview defeated the Blue Devils 25-7, 25-17 and 25-9.
Middle blocker Shawna Montgomery had three kills and eight aces, and middle blocker Brittney Thompson had two kills on Northview’s home court. Setter Caitlin Hall racked up 18 assists and six aces on the night.
Both the JV and Varsity Lady Chiefs will be on the road Thursday night against Pensacola Christian Academy. The JV takes to the court at 5:00 and the varsity plays at 6:00.
For a complete photo gallery, click here.
Pictured above: Two Northview players (right) go up for the block in unison Tuesday evening against Escambia County High School. NorthEscambia.com photo.
Flomaton JV Downs Georgiana
September 3, 2008
The Flomaton Junior Varsity downed the Georgiana Panthers 28-14 Tuesday night in their season opener.
The ‘Canes scored twice before the Panthers first score. The Hurricanes led 28-6 at the half.
During the second half, some of the younger JV Canes got time on the field. The Panthers would put eight more on the board for a final score of Canes 28, Panthers 14.
The next Flomaton JV game will be next Tuesday, September 9 at home against the Excel Panthers. Game time is at 6:00.
Click here for more photos of the Flomaton JV win over Georgiana.
Submitted by Mike Newton.
Pictured above: The Huricane’s David Williamson brings down a Panther for a loss of yards. Photos courtesy Mike Newton Photography for NorthEscambia.com.
Flomaton Blows Away Calhoun; The Two Escambias Fall
August 30, 2008
The Flomaton Hurricanes blew away Calhoun High School Friday night in the first game of the season. The end was not so good for the two Escambias, Escambia County High School and Escambia Academy, both lost.
The ‘Canes cruised too a 57-7 victory on Flomaton’s home turf.
The Hurricanes scored on a run byTony Ellis on the opening kickoff of the game. That touchdown was just one of many as the first quarter came to an end over a hour later.
The clock was set at four minutes for the second quarter. The score at halftime was 57-7.
By mutual agreement of both coaches, the third and fourth quarters were only three minutes long. The final score was 57-7.
Flomaton will be on the road to Covington County next Friday night to take on Red Level.
In other Escambia County, Alabama, action Friday night:
- Patrician Academy 54, Escambia Academy 16
- T.R. Miller 22, Escambia County 21
Florida schools, including Northview and Jay, begin play next Friday night.
Pictured above and below: Scenes from the Flomaton’s 57-7 season opening win Friday night against Calhoun. Photos courtesy Mike Newton Photography for NorthEscambia.com.
NHS Football Team, Cheerleaders Prep For Season Opener
August 29, 2008
The garnet and gold has hit the green football field at Northview High School as the Chiefs prepare for the September 5 season opener on the road against Pensacola Catholic.
The first home game for the Chiefs will be September 19 against Walton County.
Pictured above and below: The Northview football team and cheerleaders practice in preparation for a September 5 battle against Pensacola Catholic. Submitted photos by Heather Leonard for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Ernest Ward Beats Flomaton And McCall In Volleyball
August 29, 2008
The Ernest Ward Middle School volleyball team’s season is off to a good start after they defeated both Flomaton Middle School and McCall Middle School.
The Eagles beat the Flomaton Hurricanes 25-23 in the first game and 25 to 20 in the second game.
Ernest Ward downed McCall Middle School in a double header Thursday night. They Eagles won the first game 25 to 12, lost the second 25-24 and won the third 15 to 0.
Submitted cellphone photos by Wayne Holland for NorthEscambia.com.
Flomaton JV Beats Escambia County Middle 22-12
August 27, 2008
Flomaton High School held “Meet the Canes” Tuesday night. This event is held every year to introduce the football and volleyball players, cheerleaders and band members to the fans.
The Canes JV football team had a game against Escambia County Middle School of Atmore. The Canes had another victory, winning by a score of 22-12, in this preseason game. The regular football season opens up this Friday night at home against Calhoun. The JV open up there regular season September 2 at home against Georgiana at 6:30.
Pictured above and below: Scenes from the Flomaton JV 22-12 victory Tuesday night against Atmore’s Escambia County Middle School. Photos courtesy Mike Newton Photography for NorthEscambia.com.
Funeral Held For Former Flomaton Player
August 23, 2008
Funeral services were held Saturday for a former Flomaton football player that passed away following football practice last week at a Montgomery college.
Huntington freshman Sam Henry Collins, Jr., 18, died August 15 after being taken to a Montgomery hospital following his collapse at the college’s second football practice of the year.
Collins graduated from Flomaton High School this past spring. He was a defensive lineman for the Hurricanes, and he was an Alabama Class 2A All-State player that was 6 foot 1, 240 pounds.
Funeral services for Collins were held Saturday morning with Rev. John Evangelistia and Rev. Glenn McCall officiating. Interment followed in Pollard Cemetery.
Collins is survived by his parents, Sam Henry Collins, Sr., and Marion Yvonne Monroe Collins of Pollard; one brother, Sam Henry Hooker of Huntsville, Ala.; three sisters, Martha Collins of Pollard, Jeanna Collins Pierre of Atlanta, Ga., and Samantha Boykins of Mobile; and an adopted grandmother, Lynn Hudson. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Flomaton.
Pallbearers were members of the Flomaton High School football team.
Submitted photos by Michael Newton.