Sneaking in from the one-yard stripe is Ray Carlisle (15) of the Benjamin Russell Wildcats. Carlisle’s touchdown during the game on Friday, Sept. 12, 1969 was one of two tallies the team cashed in that game that ultimately helped in the team’s victory over the Indians.Â
Wildcats head coach Don Roberts and quarterback Bryon Smiley talk over a play during a practice scrimmage on August. 14, 1984 as the team’s first season game neared.
Junior quarterback Michael Hill winces as he takes a lick during a New Site afternoon practice in late August 1984. Warriors head coach Mike Boyd watches the action from behind.Â
As part of The Outlook’s ongoing coverage of Alexander City’s 150th anniversary, we are reflecting on important historical events that have defined our city. In this new series, The Outlook shares photos from the city's past.Â
With football season returning to Tallapoosa County this month, we highlight spectacular local sports through the decades. Â
Sneaking in from the one-yard stripe is Ray Carlisle (15) of the Benjamin Russell Wildcats. Carlisle’s touchdown during the game on Friday, Sept. 12, 1969 was one of two tallies the team cashed in that game that ultimately helped in the team’s victory over the Indians.Â
Wildcats head coach Don Roberts and quarterback Bryon Smiley talk over a play during a practice scrimmage on August. 14, 1984 as the team’s first season game neared.
Junior quarterback Michael Hill winces as he takes a lick during a New Site afternoon practice in late August 1984. Warriors head coach Mike Boyd watches the action from behind.Â
