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!
Athlete of the Month
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!
Inverness Encore Athlete of the Month, Kevin Sims.
Congratulations to Kevin Sims, the Inverness Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month! Kevin is a junior at Oak Mountain High School, as well as, a multi-sport athlete! He plays cornerback for the football team, centerfield in baseball, and he is also on the track team. Throughout his multi-sport career he has torn three ACLs; however, through hard work and rehabilitation, he is able to continue playing for the Eagles. Kevin’s future plans are to attend Auburn University after graduation. Kevin is the son of Lori & Robbie Sims. Good luck the rest of the football season, Kevin! Keep up the good work!
Cullman Clinic Athlete of the Month, Kyle Denson.
Congratulations to the Cullman Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Kyle Denson! Kyle is a senior at Addison high school and a Fullback, LB for the Bulldogs football team (#28). He has had 7 touch downs, 44 tackles at LB, 70 for 353 yards rushing attempts, and 4 for 57 yards receiving. He recently had a hand in helping the Bulldogs win the playoff game 28-21 over Winston County:
“Kyle Denson led the Bulldog offense with 22 carries for 150 yards and a touchdown, while Kolby Kirk added 95 yards on 18 rushes and a touchdown.” – The Cullman Times
Good Luck the rest of the season, Kyle, keep up the good work!
Hartselle Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Sydni Shelton!
Congratulations to the Hartselle Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Sydni Shelton! Sydni has been a student at Danville high school for 12 years and is a member of the basketball & volleyball teams. She enjoys playing off season volleyball with the Smith Lake Jrs. Sydni’s future plans are to play volleyball for Kennesaw State University after graduation. Sydni’s Basketball Awards consist of 2011-2012 All County, and her volleyball awards consist of 2013 Huntsville Times/ All-Tennessee Valley Volleyball Team, 2011-2013 All State First Team, 2011 All State Tournament Team, 2011-2013 Decatur Daily All Area, 2011-2014 All County, All Area & Area MVP, 2014 Birmingham News/Al.com preseason A List, 2014 North All Star Team, and is currently on 2014 Under Armour Watch List Nomination (results 11/5/2014). Good luck the rest of the season, Sydni! Keep up the good work!
Russellville Encore Athlete of the Month, Casey Galloway.
Congratulations to the Russellville Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Casey Galloway! Casey is a senior at Phil Campbell high school and a member of the Bobcat’s football team. His future plans are to attend Northwest Shoals Community College/UNA and major in nursing. Casey is the son of Gill and Tanya Galloway. Good luck the rest of the season, Casey! Keep up the good work!
Muscle Shoals Athlete of the Month, Hollis Abernathy.
Congratulations to the Muscle Shoals Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Hollis Abernathy! Hollis is a senior at Muscle Shoals high school and a member of the Trojan’s football team (#96). His sports awards consist of Trojan of the Week for his school and Athlete of the Month. He plans to attend a University on football scholarship. Hollis is the son of Terrell Abernathy and Shante Brown. Good luck the rest of the season, Hollis, keep up the good work!
Diamondhead Athlete of the Month, Lane Ladner.
Congratulations to the Diamondhead Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Lane Ladner! Lane is a junior at Hancock high school and a member of the football team (#44). His sports awards consist of MVP, Defensive Player of the Week, and Defensive Captain. He plans to attend a four year university on scholarship and major in Sports Medicine. Lane is the son of Leah and James Ladner. Good luck and keep up the good work, Lane!
William Carey University’s Encore Athlete of the Month, Maren Hasselbusch.
Congratulations to the Encore Athlete of the Month from William Carey University, Maren Hasselbusch! Maren is a 21 year old, sophomore at William Carey University majoring in Health, Physical Education, and Fitness, and minoring in Business. She is a transfer student from Germany, where she went to high school in Petershagen. Her plans are to finish her Bachelor of Science degree here in the US, and then return to Germany. Maren is a member of the WCU Crusaders women’s soccer team, who won their first ever Southern States Athletic Conference Championship last fall. Good Luck during your season, Maren, and keep up the good work!










