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They discuss Dave’s success over the past seven years at Curry, highlights from Jenna and Ambrey’s recent state championship season, and their plans heading into postseason play this year.

“Out of all the positions I play, I love shortstop and second because there is more action there,” Maritza Avilez

“My favorite pitch to throw is a curveball,” Carson Fowler

In this episode of The Lead, Al Blanton speaks with Walker County golf legend Phil Green about his upbringing in Kansas, his journey as a golf pro, and how he’s enjoying his retirement.

“My inspiration for going into dentistry is Dr. Jill Gamotis. She has made me want to be in this field since I was nine.” – Maitland Baxter

“My favorite sport of the three is wrestling because I’ve learned the most through the coaches. The sport has taught me so many life lessons, plus it is what I am best at.” – Carter Reed

In this episode of The Lead, host Greg Tinker sits down with coach Blake Laney and the Jasper Lady Vikings basketball team, the newly crowned AHSAA 5A State Champions, following their triumphant 48-40 victory over Scottsboro.

“It was tough at first, and I was even thinking about continuing to play, but I thought about the future and how walking was more important than playing the game.” – Ethan O’Rear