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Two Encore Athletes in the 2015 Under Armour All-America High School Football Game.

Encore Rehabilitation is the largest, privately owned, rehabilitation company in Alabama and Mississippi; as well as, one of the leading sports medicine providers in Alabama high schools. We would like to recognize two of our school’s athletes who will be competing in the the 2015 Under Armour All-America High School Football Game today starting at 4:00 PM eastern time.

Darrell Williams, a 6’3″, senior OLB (#12), from Hoover High School, will be playing in the UA All American game today. Williams has had multiple offers to 4-year schools and chose to commit to Auburn University last May. Williams, along with the Hoover Buccaneers football team, recently won the first AHSAA 7A State Championship this past December. You can view his recruiting profile here.

Kerryon Johnson, a 6’0, 4 star, senior athlete (#3) from Madison Academy High School will also be playing in the UA All American game today. He is ranked #3 on the ESPN 300 football recruiting website and has had offers to multiple 4-year schools. Johnson also chose to commit to Auburn University last April. You can view his recruiting profile here.

You can find out more about the UA All America High School game, players, and game time at http://www.underarmourgame.com/.

Columbiana Encore Athlete of the Month, Catherine Cole.

Congratulations to the Columbiana Encore Athlete of the Month, Catherine Cole! Catherine is a sophomore at Shelby County High School and a member of the dance team. Her hobbies include dancing and hanging out with friends. After high school, Catherine plans on attending Auburn University. Catherine is the daughter of Ray and Camille Cole. Keep up the good work, Catherine!

Gulf Shores Clinic Athlete of the Month, Wade Kornegay.

Congratulations to the Gulf Shores Encore Athlete of the Month, Wade Kornegay! Wade is a 14 years old, freshman at Gulf Shores High School and a member of the soccer team! During his sport’s off season, he has been coming to Encore for therapy on his ankle and foot that has had weakness/stiffness. He has been improving with his therapy and will be ready to get back in the game by next season! Wade is the son of Eric and Meghan Kornegay. Keep up the good work, Wade!

Clanton Encore Athlete of the Month, Roberto “Birdie” Abarca.

Congratulations to the Clanton Encore Athlete of the Month, Roberto “Birdie” Abarca! Roberto is 17 years old and plays football for Jemison High School. His positions in football include linebacker/kicker and he enjoys working out for his sport. He has two sibling, Maria Abarca who plays volleyball and basketball for Jemison, and Antonio Abarca who attends Jemison Intermediate school. Roberto plans to attend UAB for law school after he graduates. Keep up the good work, Roberto!

Cullman Encore Athlete of the Month, Holly Posey!

Congratulations to the Cullman Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Holly Posey! Holly is a setter (#22) for the Addison High School Varsity Volleyball team and has committed to play Volleyball at UAH in Huntsville next year. She recently broke the AHSAA state record for assists at 1440, which was added to her 7856 total career assists. The Lady Bulldog’s Volleyball team recently won the 2A State Championship back in October at the Crossplex in Birmingham. Good luck throughout your college career, Holly! Keep up the good work!

Arab Encore Athlete of the Month, Steven Clark.

Congratulations to the Arab Encore Athlete of the Month, Steven Clark! Steven is senior, multi-sport athlete from Brindlee Mountain High School. He plays Offensive and Defensive Line for the Varsity football team, Center for the Varsity basketball team and a thrower for the track team. He has been offered a full ride to Syracuse University as a DT. He has also had offers from USA, UAB, Gerogia Southern, Arkansas State and Troy. Good Luck you last year in high school, Steven, keep up the good work!

Hoover Encore Athlete of the Month, Briana Sims.

Congratulations to the Hoover Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Briana Sims! Brianna is a senior athlete at Hoover High School and is a member of the Lady Bucs Swim team. Keep up the good work, Briana!

Columbiana Encore Athlete of the Month, Connor Preston.

Congratulations to the Columbiana Encore Athlete of the Month, Connor Preston! Connor is a senior athlete from Shelby County High School in Columbiana, AL. He is a varsity pitcher (#1), and second baseman, for the baseball team. His favorite class in school is history and his hobbies consist of church and sports. After high school, Connor plans to attend Mobile University. Connor is the son of Steve and Shelli Preston. Good luck during baseball season, Connor, keep up the good work!

Clanton Athlete of the Month, Erika Hilyer.

Congratulations to the Clanton Encore Athlete of the Month, Erica Hilyer! Erika is a 16 year old, sophomore from Thorsby High School. She is a catcher for the Lady Rebels softball team, as well as, an outside hitter for the volleyball team. Erika’s future plans are to attend the University of Montevallo and concentrate in Art. Good Luck, Erika, and keep up the good work!

Hartselle Encore Athlete of the Month, Holden Langston.

Congratulations to the Hartselle Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Holden Langston! Holden is a senior at Hartselle High School and a MLB for the Tigers football team (#42). He is a member of the National Honor Society, FCA, Tiger Buddies (student mentor) and a Student Ambassador at HHS. Holden was also chosen as the Player of the Week twice this football season. His future plans are to attend Miss. State or Auburn and major in Agribusiness. Good Luck during playoffs, Holden! Keep up the good work!