Don McNeal Into State Sports Hall May 28, 2008
A native of Atmore, Don McNeal played for Coach Paul Bryant at The University of. He was a three-year starter on teams that compiled a record of 34-2. (BamaMag.com)
Omaha Star Founder Honored With Strolling Park May 17, 2008
"She would tell me stories about walking into Mutual of Omaha and getting in the elevator and riding up to vice president's offices to sell ads when the best jobs they had in those businesses were elevator operators," said community leader Paul Bryant. A special 70th anniversary dinner and fundraiser will be held on June 27 with proceeds going to the Mildred Brown Study Center. (7 KETV Omaha)
Senators reach semifinals May 9, 2008
The Senators took a step toward a bid for the state championship by winning two games against Paul Bryant last weekend on the road ... Sparkman and Paul Bryant split a doubleheader Friday afternoon to force the deciding game Saturday. (Madison County Record, AL)
Bryant Bank to open Hoover branch May 9, 2008
Bryant Bank is a Tuscaloosa-based bank run by Paul Bryant Jr.,the son of late University of Alabama football coach Paul "Bear" Bryant. Latest News. (Birmingham Business Journal)
Senators knock off Vestavia May 2, 2008
Matt Bradford limited Vestavia to just six hits in the series' third game to help send Sparkman to the quarterfinals this weekend against Paul Bryant in Tuscaloosa. The Senators, now 29-11 overall, won two straight from Vestavia Hills after losing the first game of the series. (Madison County Record, AL)
Player of the Week: Larry Dunn Sophomore Baseball DHS Apr 22, 2008
During a Saturday, April 12 at-bat against Paul Bryant High, Dunn took a fastball to the side of his face, breaking his jaw. After discovering it was broken, the left-handed slugger s jaw was wired shut. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Maisel: Paterno, Penn State in midst of age of uncertainty Apr 16, 2008
Paterno arrived several months before 13-year-old Paul Bryant wrestled a bear in the Fordyce Theater. Paterno is three and a half years younger than Yankee Stadium, which will be euthanized next year because of old age. (ESPN -- College Football News)
DHS Tigers honor senior class members Apr 16, 2008
Five of those six seniors Drew Waldrop, Scott Cannon, Palmer O Neal, Rob Rorie and John Mackey have been regulars in the lineup all season long. Following the injury sustained by first baseman Larry Dunn in Saturday s contest against Paul Bryant, Walter Hudgens will now be thrust into a key role as the team makes its playoff run. How far the Tigers go will be largely contingent on six players who, according to Ramer, may be facing the mortality of their baseball careers. (Demopolis Times, AL)
High School Baseball First-Round Pairings Apr 15, 2008
Paul Bryant at Pelham. Shades Valley at Pell City. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Grant, McCullough A-Day Award Winners Apr 13, 2008
Former Alabama Coach Paul Bryant started a tradition of spring football practice awards, some suspect as a motivational tool for Crimson Tide players in the drudgery of spring work. The tradition continues and the number of awards have been expanded. (BamaMag.com)
GREAT EXPECTATIONS: Saban perfect to take 'Bama heat Apr 11, 2008
Then there's Paul Bryant -- only out-of-towners call him Bear -- wearing his iconic hat and squeezing a play sheet in his right hand. Finally, there's Gene Stallings wearing his wing-tips. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Staying focused Apr 1, 2008
That pursuit of perfection will feature a slightly different cast when the girls take the field against Paul Bryant tonight ... The Tigers will look to keep their hot streak alive tonight against Paul Bryant and are anticipating receiving a forfeit victory from Wilcox Central Thursday. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Wesley House 'Oasis Of Hope' In North Omaha Mar 31, 2008
Executive Director Paul Bryant said he drives home the message that smart people win. "We are an oasis of hope on an island of despair. Our vision is to inspire young people, families and a community to reach for greatness," Bryant said. (7 KETV Omaha)
Tigers hope they have turned a corner Mar 28, 2008
The Tigers plodded through the early portion of their schedule, which included two games against Class 2A s No. 2 team, Leroy and 5A s No. 1 squad, Bibb County, as well as tough 6A teams like Wetumpka and Paul Bryant. The further the season goes along, the more we find out our schedule is really a tough schedule, DHS assistant coach Mike Randall said. (Demopolis Times, AL)
More than football in Tuscaloosa Mar 22, 2008
320 Paul Bryant Blvd. 205-752-3200. LaQuinta Inn: Nothing fancy, but safe and clean and right off I-20/59. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Phoebe H. Boldin Mar 21, 2008
Mrs. Boldin was born in Peru to the late Paul Bryant and Flora Mae Myers. She is survived by her loving husband, Henry Otis Boldin of Toney; daughter, Angela Meeks and companion Kevin Smith; daughter, Susan Meeks Svendsen; sons, Jamie and wife Emily Boldin and Thomas Boldin and companion Dorie; daughter, Kimmie Malcolm; son, Shaun Boldin; daughter, Tammy Stacks and husband Gregory; sister, Eunice Fugate; brother, Jonathan B. and wife Angela Myers; 13 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and... (Madison County Record, AL)
Major Ogilvie's son will walk on at Alabama Jan 31, 2008
Ogilvie will attend Alabama on a Paul Bryant academic scholarship. He has a 3. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Alabama spotlights its sports heritage in 2008 tourism campaign Jan 30, 2008
The state hopes to boost attendance at the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Birmingham, the Paul Bryant Museum in Tuscaloosa and the International Motorsports Hall of Fame at the Talladega Superspeedway. Lesser-known destinations such as Birmingham's Rickwood Field, the Jesse Owens Museum and Park in Lawrence County and the U.S. Sports Academy in Daphne will also be promoted. (Birmingham Business Journal)
Stability Possible With Coach Changes Jan 17, 2008
Date: Jan 16, 2008 Coach Paul Bryant heard Mama calling, but he didnt hear his alma mater asking him to come back for a lesser position. In fact, when Bryant agreed to leave Texas AAlabama, he insisted on being director of athletics in addition to being head football coach. (BamaMag.com)
Low: Croom's breakthrough season Dec 30, 2007
" The neat irony of Croom's Bulldogs (7-5) being in Memphis for the 25th anniversary of Bryant's last game isn't lost on anybody, especially the Bryant family. After Mississippi State beat Alabama for the second straight season on Nov. 10, Bryant's son and one of the Crimson Tide's most influential boosters, Paul Bryant Jr., sent Croom a note congratulating him and telling him how special it would be if Mississippi State wound up playing in Memphis. "I've really enjoyed the success he's had,... (ESPN -- College Football News)
Jones finalist for Paul Bryant Award Dec 14, 2007
Published on: 12/13/07. Honolulu University of Hawaii head football coach June Jones is one of seven finalists up for the 2007 Paul "Bear" Bryant College Coach of the Year award. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Croom has fond Liberty Bowl memories Dec 5, 2007
During that time, Croom made an impression on many who follow the Crimson Tide, including Coach Bryant's son, Paul Bryant Jr.. Bryant Jr. contacted Croom after Mississippi State beat Alabama each of the last two years. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Adam Caparell: The Bear And Crow Nov 8, 2007
No women, no outside distractions, just the players, coaches and the man looking to whip the Aggies into shape in his first year on the job, Paul Bryant. "Coach Elmer came over to the apartment right after we moved in and said `I am so sorry, I have to tell you something,'" Crow said, "'I told you that you were going to be able to go to Junction with us, but sorry, you can't go because the Southwest conference has ruled freshman can't go 30 miles away from campus.'". (Kpmariners.com)
Alabama Faces Important Rivalry Nov 7, 2007
In addition to Croom having been an All-America player (1972-74) for Coach Paul Bryant at Alabama and assistant coach for the Tide (1976-86), his staff includes former Tide assistant coaches Woody McCorvey, Ellis Johnson, Rockey Felker, Charlie Harbison, Melvin Smith, and David Tiurner. Harbison also coached for Bama Head Coach at. (BamaMag.com)
Notes From Bama Loss To LSU Nov 4, 2007
Although Alabama has a commanding 43-23-5 record against the Fighting Tigers, since 1982 (the last year Paul Bryant was Alabamas coach) the Bama record against LSU is 12-12-1. LSU has won five in a row from the Tide and four in a row in Tuscaloosa. (BamaMag.com)
Is This A Joke Or A Scam? Nov 2, 2007
ATdes Paul Bryant is "one of" SEC's best ... It's hard to imagine even Vince Dooley voting for Vince Dooley over Paul Bryant as the best football coach in SEC history. (BamaMag.com)
Brevard band competition fills air with sweet sounds Oct 29, 2007
Under the leadership of Paul Bryant, a band director new to the school, Rockledge marched to songs from "West Side Story.""I'm really proud of these kids," said Rockledge pit captain Jesse Kidd, a senior. "They've done a lot of work this year."High school band members weren't the only musicians to get a moment in the spotlight at the festival. (Florida Today)
Schuerholz not done with Braves Oct 14, 2007
Your insight would make even Paul Bryant proud. By Bill. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Difficult To Predict Where Bama Is Headed Oct 4, 2007
Many years ago a respected football man was discussing the success of former Alabama Coach Paul Bryant ... Its not reasonable to compare Nick Saban in his first year to a legendary Paul Bryant, and that is not the point. (BamaMag.com)
Test Your Knowledge! Sep 28, 2007
A: The other six coaches who have coached for and against Alabama are Allen McCants, G.H. Harvey, Red Drew, Paul Bryant, Bill Curry and Gene Stallings. 4. (Seminoles.com)
Is Tide Fun Worth The Wait? Sep 26, 2007
One former Alabama coach who knew something about football, Paul Bryant, said that nothing good came of a loss, but it was important that a team learn from its mistakes. Current Tide Coach had hoped that Alabama would learn from its mistakes in the thrilling come-from-behind, last minute victory against two weeks ago. (BamaMag.com)
Former NBA all-star partners with Omaha charity Sep 23, 2007
"He is somebody who is using the platform of athletics and fame for something positive," said the center's executive director, Paul Bryant. "He is a man of purpose and vision. A man of faith who is not afraid to speak of God and what he believes in.". (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Football Scores Sep 16, 2007
Hueytown 63, Paul Bryant 0. Isabella 21, Verbena 8. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Five to be inducted into LSU HOF Sep 13, 2007
He was inducted into the National Football Foundations College Hall of Fame in 1986, won the Amos Alonzo Stagg Award for service to college football in 1992, and was given a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Paul Bryant Coach of the Year ceremony in 2001. McClendon died in 2001 at the age of 78 after a lengthy battle with cancer. (TigerRag.com)
FSU's Fisher: No Hard Feelings For UAB Sep 8, 2007
" According to at least one published report, Fisher is FSU's offensive coordinator today rather than UAB's head coach because of Paul Bryant Jr., son of late legendary Alabama coach Bear Bryant. A member of the University of Alabama Board of Trustees and good friend of Alabama athletics director Mal Moore, Bryant Jr. reportedly wielded his powerful influence to persuade the Board of Trustees to deny UAB's request to hire Fisher. Bryant apparently held out hope that Fisher, who was new Alabama... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
8 items to watch Aug 24, 2007
" Plenty of challenges ahead Even the most demanding fans will understand if Saban doesn't win 10 games this year. After a 6-7 season in 2006, the Tide enter the fall unranked. They must replace six defensive starters and their running back. A brutal September stretch includes consecutive games against No. 20 Arkansas and No. 13 Georgia in Tuscaloosa and No. 21 Florida State in Jacksonville. Saban's players aren't making it any easier. Four have been arrested in the last two months, including... (USA Today -- Sports)
Mal Moore To Be Honored Jun 1, 2007
The improvements included new sky boxes, VIP seating, new home locker room and a plaza area that features statues of national championship coaches Wallace Wade, Frank Thomas, Paul Bryant and Gene Stallings. Bryant-Denny Stadium is now among the nation's largest with seating capacity of 92,138. (BamaMag.com)
West Alabama leaders to hold foreclosure prevention forum May 31, 2007
The Foreclosure Prevention Forum, hosted by the nonprofit group , begins at 8 a.m. at the Four Points Sheraton hotel on Paul Bryant Drive in Tuscaloosa. Participants from Tuscaloosa, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Lamar and Bibb counties will share national and state foreclosure data and go over existing prevention programs for possible implementation. (Birmingham Business Journal)
Local All-Stars advance again May 29, 2007
The rest of the Central team includes Cory Hamilton of Tallassee, Whit Dorsey and Blake Long of Auburn, Brody Weldon of Elmore County, Zach Dean of Alabama Christian Academy, Lance Alston of Smiths Station, Heath Peterson of Central Phenix City, Mike Love of Opelika, Michael Carden of Paul Bryant, Andrew Morris and Brady Sutley of Prattville and David Hudson of Bibb County. . (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
PREP PLAYOFF CAPSULES Apr 23, 2007
Records: 24-12; Paul Bryant 24-17. Road to the playoffs: -- Area 16 champion; Paul Bryant -- Area 9 runner-up ... 23 ERA. Paul Bryant's top two pitchers are Trey Hinton and Josh Wirnsberger. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Pitching gives Florence a shot Apr 18, 2007
Florence will open the playoffs against Paul Bryant High School on Tuesday ... "We've been playing well lately," said Rodi, whose Falcons host Paul Bryant in Tuesday's opening round. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Little of this,little of that Apr 11, 2007
Coach Paul Bryant once said, before Steve Spurrier, if Florida ever got a good football coach, they would win or come close to winning the SEC every year. I think he was saying that if they got someone that could coach the amazing talent in the state of Florida high school ranks, they would be very good. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Sparkman sweeps Decatur in home doubleheader Tuesday Mar 16, 2007
In the second game, Paul Bryant's Forrest Whitaker threw a no-hitter, striking out eight Patriots. Josh Meadows took the loss. (Madison County Record, AL)
Don McNeals Advantage Mar 6, 2007
But that was McNeals plight the day he received a telephone call from Coach Paul Bryant offering him a scholarship. I remember the first time I talked to him, McNeal said. (BamaMag.com)
Brungard Had Unique Career Feb 20, 2007
Posted Feb 19, 2007 It is well known that former players of Paul Bryant treasure the time they spent as members of the Crimson Tide football team. One such player had the distinction of being associated with Coach Bryant and with another legendary coach as a player. (BamaMag.com)
Ala. represented in World Games Feb 8, 2007
Or you can make checks, which are tax deductible, payable to: Morris Polion or Tony Polion, Bama Karate Club 2007, Alabama Credit Union, Box 870, 379 Paul Bryant Drive, Tuscaloosa, Al. 35486. More Sports. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Think Pink this weekend Jan 26, 2007
What we all realize is, as coach Paul Bryant was fond of saying, "The price of victory is high, but so are the rewards." And I can think of no greater reward, no better return on the investment of time and resources so many have put forth, than beating this disease. All of us who are part of the Power of Pink want you to enjoy this extraordinary event. (The Crimson White, AL)
Longtime UNCP coach Harold Ellen dies at 75 Jan 20, 2007
e was like a Paul Bryant or a Vince Lombardi. He was tough like those guys, Chavis said. (Lumberton The Robesonian, NC)
Former Tiders Have Good Feelings Jan 9, 2007
Nick Saban brought back memories of Paul Bryant. By. (BamaMag.com)
