Stanley Robinson rambles through defenders in Carver's win over Jeff Davis on Friday. (Photo by Chris Dunn. For more photos from this and other games, visit our photo gallery)
Staff Report
(Sept. 4, 2010)
After a relatively easy 44-7 victory over arch-rival Jeff Davis, one would think G.W. Carver coach Al Pogue would be satisfied.
Alondra Gray had 15 points and three steals for Carver's girls on Thursday. (Staff Photo)
BIRMINGHAM - The G.W. Carver Wolverines swept two games in Birmingham on Thursday in the Class 5A semifinals with the girls defeating Erwin, 54-51. The boys followed with a win over Wenonah with the same identical score, 54-51.
Carver's Tiffany Jones drives for a shot during the Lady Wolverines' win over Selma on Friday. (Staff Photo)
Staff Report
(Feb. 20, 2010)
G.W. Carver is finishing its brief two-year period in Class 5A in style.
Both the girls and boys will head to Birmingham next week for a shot at the Clas 5A state championship. Both earned trips with victories over Selma in Friday’s Central Regional final at Alabama State.
After a year-long probationary period, it was back to "just" basketball for Craig Sword and the Carver Wolverines and Valley High School. (Photo by Dennis Victory). To order more photos of this or other games, visit www.kdpsportsphotos.com
Staff Report
(Feb. 18, 2010)
The G.W. Carver Wolverines played nearly flawless basketball in their 70-47 victory over Valley in Wednesday’s Class 5A Central Regional semifinal game at Alabama State’s Acadome.
The story was not about what happened during the game but before and after.
Carver's Alondra Gray fights through a BTW-Tuskegee defender for a shot in the Lady Wolverines' win on Wednesday. (Staff Photo)
Staff Report
(Feb. 17, 2010)
There are different ways Booker T. Washington coach Charles Biggers might explain how his Golden Eagles suffered a second-consecutive blowout in the Class 5A Central Regional tournament.
“I guess call it the Carver mystique,” he explained.
The Lady Wolverines led 38-7 at the half and never looked back in a 60-35 rout of BTW-Tuskegee. It was the second-straight year Carver had won in large fashion over the Eagles.
Carver coach James "J.J." Jackson (left) and his assistants were relieved to hear the news on Thursday that the Wolverines would be eligible again for the playoffs effective Jan. 20. (Staff Photo)
By Graham Dunn
RRS Editor
(Jan. 14, 2010)
G.W. Carver athletic director Michelle Simmons confirmed on Thursday that the school’s boys’ basketball team would be eligible for post-season play effective Jan. 20.
Simmons received notice in a letter from the Alabama High School Athletic Association that the program had earned back its status as a playoff-eligible team and that the probation placed on the team last February would be lifted.
As players for G.W. Carver watched, Sidney Lanier and Anniston battled for the title of the Dwight Madison Roundball Classic on Wednesday. (Staff Photo)
Staff Report
(Dec. 31, 2009)
It’s not every day the host team is prohibited from playing in its own holiday basketball tournament.
But such was the case this week when G.W. Carver watched as seven other teams battled in the Dwight Madison Roundball Classic at Faulkner University’s Tine Davis Gym.
Anniston, the defending Class 4A state champions, defeated Sidney Lanier, 66-55, on Wednesday, capping the tournament that featured seven teams in boys’ play and three in girls’ play.
BIRMINGHAM – G.W. Carver had just watched its chances for advancing in the Class 5A football playoffs all but go up in smoke before almost enjoying its own version of a Hail Mary pass to save it from elimination.
Only the Wolverines would not come up with the final catch for victory.
Briarwood Christian advanced to the quarterfinal round with a 31-28 victory over Carver. The win came on a Paul Barber desperation pass to Cooper Harrington in the final minute of the game.
Carver's Stanley Robinson breaks away from an attempted tackle of the John Carroll defenders on Friday. (Photo by Chris Dunn)
Staff Report
(Nov. 7, 2009)
G.W. Carver proved on Friday that a team doesn’t have to dominate time of possession in order to win.
The Wolverines also proved that you could score almost every way imaginable in their 34-7 victory over John Carroll of Birmingham in the first round of the Class 5A playoffs at Cramton Bowl.
Lanier's LaDarron Williams attempts to corral a pass with Carver defender Devon Hardy on his hip in Friday's game at Cramton Bowl. (Photo by Chris Dunn)
Staff Report
(Oct. 31, 2009)
The G.W. Carver Wolverines started slow but finished strong in a 37-12 victory over arch-rival Sidney Lanier on Friday at Cramton Bowl.
The Wolverines led by just two points, 8-6 and later led just 16-12 in the first half.
London Pitts (5) takes an interception to the end zone with the escort of Jamian Barlow in Carver's win on Thursday. The touchdown was called back due to a penalty. (Photo by Chris Dunn)
Staff Report
(Oct. 16, 2009)
Rain nor storms nor the Selma Saints could stop the G.W. Carver Wolverines on Thursday.
The Wolverines made quick work of the visiting Saints, winning easily, 51-0, at Cramton Bowl.
If last year's win is any indication, Carver quarterback Reginald Aaron should get opportunities to throw against the Selma defense on Thursday. (Staff Photo)
Staff Report
(Oct. 15, 2009)
Capules from Thursday's games in the River Region.
Carver quarterback Reginald Aaron tries to escape the tackle of Lee's Andrew Belser during the Wolverines' win over the Generals on Friday. (Staff Photo)
Staff Report
(Sept. 26, 2009)
G.W. Carver defensive back London Pitts was playing hurt but his interception in the end zone may have saved the Wolverines on Friday.
The Wolverines held off pesky Robert E. Lee, 15-8, at Cramton Bowl. Pitts’ interception of a Cody Ellis pass with 38 seconds left preserved the win.
London Pitts returned a punt for 42 yards to set up Carver's final touchdown of the night. (Photo by Chris Dunn)
Staff Report
(Sept. 4, 2009)
The Greenville Tigers jumped out to a 28-8 lead and then held on for a Class 5A, Region 3 victory over G.W. Carver at Cramton Bowl on Thursday in the first regional contest for both teams.
Stanley Robinson (34) looks for running room behind Eli Deramus (52) in Carver's win over Jeff Davis on Friday at Cramton Bowl. (Photo by Chris Dunn)
Staff Report
(Aug. 29, 2009)
G.W. Carver’s 39-6 victory over Jeff Davis on Friday was more to the liking of coach Al Pogue.
The Wolverines rebounded from their disappointment of a week ago in their loss to Prattville in the Champions Challenge, even if the game didn’t count on the won-loss records.
Carver quarterback Reginald Aaron plans to lead the Wolverines back to the playoffs this season. (Staff Photo)
By Graham Dunn
RRS Editor (Aug.21, 2009)
Never has a practice game meant so much to the G.W. Carver Wolverines.
At least, that’s the way it seems.
Fresh off the school’s best season in history, Carver has momentum on its side. Recording 13 wins in 2008, reaching the semifinals and coming close to its first berth in the state championship game since joining the Alabama High School Athletic Association have increased the enthusiasm in the program.
But it doesn’t compare to having a shot at beating the best program in the state in Prattville.
Sam Gibson and the Prattville Lions square off against G.W. Carver at Cramton Bowl on Friday. (Staff Photo)
Staff Report
(Aug. 21, 2009)
Three-time defending Class 6A state champion Prattville will face Carver-Montgomery at Cramton Bowl on Friday night, Aug. 21, to kick off an expanded 2009 al.com Champions Challenge Prep Football Classic series hosted by the Alabama High School Athletic Directors & Coaches Association (AHSADCA).
Linemen for the G.W. Carver Wolverines work the sled during the first official day of practice on Monday. (Staff Photo)
By Graham Dunn
RRS Editor
Unless you knew where to look, finding the G.W. Carver Wolverines for their first practice may have been somewhat difficult.
With construction continuing on the new school building, Al Pogue and his staff took their first practice of the season to a nearby park – James Shannon Park to be exact – to begin preparations for the 2009 season.
Three-time defending Class 6A state champion Prattville will face G.W. Carver at Cramton Bowl on Friday night, Aug. 21, to kick off an expanded 2009 al.com Champions Challenge Prep Football Classic series hosted by the Alabama High School Athletic Directors and Coaches Association (AHSADCA).
Carver's Meghan Perkins attempts to drive through a handful of Patriots in Friday's Class 5A semifinal game in Birmingham. (Photo by Dennis Victory) To order more photos of this or other games, visit www.kdpsportsphotos.com
By Paul Beaudry
RRS Correspondent
BIRMINGHAM – When Carver took the first lead of the game, it came on a basket by Alondra Gray.
When it tied the game with less than a minute left, it was Gray again.
But the Wolverines spent too much energy between the two that they wound up on the tail end of a 58-56 loss to Brewer in the Alabama High School Athletic Association’s Class 5A girls basketball semifinal on Thursday at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center Arena.
Carver's Shatavia Farris will be a key to the Lady Wolverines' success in Friday's Class 5A semifinal game against Brewer. (Photo by Dennis Victory) To order more photos of this or other games, visit www.kdpsportsphotos.com
By Graham Dunn
RRS Editor
With more bad news, the G.W. Carver Lady Wolverines become more determined to right the ship.
The Wolverines head to Birmingham today with the idea of reversing the bad karma that has been a part of the program since Feb. 16 when a melee broke out during the boys’ game against Valley. The school learned on Thursday that the boys' team would be banned from playing any tournaments next season.
The Alabama High School Athletic Association ruled that G.W. Carver would continue on restricted probation and would not be allowed to participate in tournaments next season. The ruling is a result of a fight that broke out during the Class 5A semifinal game between Carver and Valley on Feb. 16. (Photo by Dennis Victory)
Staff Report
The Alabama High School Athletic Association has penalized G.W. Carver High School with a $2,600 fine and banned the school from playing in any tournaments in 2009 according to a release by the AHSAA. Read More >>Comments (0)
The G.W. Carver Lady Wolverines celebrated their Central Regional title last week. They hope to celebrate one more time in Birmingham with a 5A state championship. (Photo by Dennis Victory)
Staff Report
Take one glance at the Final 48, the new moniker for the Alabama State High School Association state finals in Birmingham. The name of the tournament might be different but the participants look familiar.
Here are the schedule and results for the Alabama High School Athletic Association state finals held at the BJCC Arena in Birmingham, Feb. 24-28. Read More >>Comments (0)
The Lady Wolverines felt excitement and some remorse in their victory over Talladega on Friday. Carver's girls will play in Birmingham next week while the boys' team will not be allowed to participate. (Photo by Dennis Victory)
By Graham Dunn
RRS Editor
Although her words didn't say it, the eyes of G.W. Carver athletic director and girls head coach Michelle Simmons were easy to read.
After a tumultuous week, she was relieved to have something positive to talk about, namely, the Lady Wolverines 75-68 win over Talladega in the Class 5A Central Regional championship game on Friday. Read More >>Comments (0)
Fans were a large part of the brawl that took place on Tuesday at the Alabama State Acadome. Carver received word on Wednesday that it would not be allowed to participate in the regional final. (Photo by Dennis Victory) Staff Report
The Alabama High School Athletic Association has ruled that the G.W. Carver boys team has been placed on restrictive probation and will not be allowed to particpate in the Class 5A regional final on Friday. Talladega has been declared the winner of the Class 5A Boys Central Regional. Read More >>Comments (0)
Carver's Roquez Johnson (left) and Enrique Florence of Valley wrestled each other to the ground during Tuesday's Class 5A semifinal game at the ASU Acadome. The altercation spread to the baseline where more players and fans became involved. The game was called with Carver declared the winner. (Photo by Dennis Victory)
By Graham Dunn
RRS Editor
G.W. Carver is headed to the Class 5A Central Regional final on Friday, but not the way the Wolverines planned.
The Wolverines defeated Valley, 52-37, in a game that ended prematurely with a bench-clearing brawl that involved players and fans who spilled onto the court during what turned out to be the final seconds of the game. The game was officially called at the 6:32 mark of the fourth quarter. Read More >>Comments (0)
Carver's Shatavia Ferris goes for two in the Lady Wolverines' win over B.T. Washington on Tuesday at the ASU Acadome. (Photo by Dennis Victory)
By Graham Dunn
RRS Editor
It didn't seem like the G.W. Carver Lady Wolverines were in any trouble. Their lead was 10 points at halftime and all looked good for a trip to the Class 5A Central Regional final.
Before a large contingency of media, family and friends, Carver's Brandon Moore announced that he would sign with the University of Alabama on Wednesday. (Staff photo)
by Graham Dunn
RRS Editor
Brandon Moore didn't exactly play the hat trick as he announced his intentions to the screaming crowd at the G.W. Carver auditorium on Wednesday. But he did use a hat to make his claim.
Moore, considered the top recruit in the River Region this year, proudly declared he would be at the University of Alabama next season and will play for coach Nick Saban. He did so like so many other recruits of late - putting on a cap with the emblazoned script 'A' during a special assembly. He was one of 12 Wolverines to sign letters of intent. And, according to Rivals.com, is part of the top recruiting class in the country. Read More >>Comments (0)
Players from G.W. Carver sign letters of intent at a special ceremony on Wednesday. (Staff Photo)
By Graham Dunn and staff of RRS
If the old axiom is true that there is strength in numbers, then the 2009 signing day may be the strongest ever.
This year's signing class was highlighted by several schools producing players in record numbers. Stanhope Elmore, Prattville and G.W. Carver had double-digit signees.
"We've never had anything like this before. . . and we may add a couple more later this week," said Stanhope Elmore head coach Jeff Foshee. "It is certainly the largest class we've ever had. It's a good group with a lot of talent." Read More >>Comments (0)
When there are no lights shining, that's when Brandon Moore does his best work. The senior will announce his intentions of where he will sign during a ceremony at Carver High School on Wednesday. (Staff Photo)
by Graham Dunn
RRS Editor
Brandon Moore may not look like a playful tiger cub when in pads but sit down with him and let him talk about his time away from football and you might see another side of Montgomery's top high school football prospect for 2008-09.
Sometimes brash, other times timid, the senior defensive end for the Wolverines doesn't come across as a typical four-star prep star, even if his 6-5, 335-pound frame says otherwise.
Recently, Moore could be found wandering the hallways of G.W. Carver High School with a small, cuddly white tiger in his clutches. The reason? Read More >>Comments (0)
Floyd Matthew and the Sidney Lanier Poets are poised to make another run at the State Finals but will do it without facing arch-rival G.W. Carver this time. (Staff Photo)
Staff Report
There was a time when it was all but expected to see G.W. Carver and Sidney Lanier battling for the right to go to the Final Four in Birmingham, or at least meet in the regional. But due to changes in classifications this year, those teams will take separate paths through the playoffs.
The second season gets underway today in the Alabama High School Athletic Association basketball playoffs with a handful of games across the River Region. Girls action begins tonight while the boys open on Tuesday. Read More >>Comments (0)
Stanley Robinson rambles through defenders in Carver's win over Jeff Davis on Friday. (Photo by Chris Dunn. For more photos from this and other games, visit our photo gallery)
