Former Hewitt-Trussville High School standout and current Tulane Green Wave player, Michael Igbinoghene will compete in the NCAA Division I FBS Football Championship.
They begin the tournament as a number 11 seed against the North Texas Mean Green.
The first game is on Friday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m.
The Samford baseball team won its Senior Day game against USC Upstate with a score of 9-6. Head coach Tony David praised his team’s response during key moments as they completed a series sweep.
UAB men’s golf heads into conference championship play after a strong spring season marked by consistent top finishes and individual titles by two players. The team looks forward to competing against other highly ranked programs starting April 27.
The upcoming week starting Monday, April 27 will feature these former Jefferson County area high school athletes.
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