By Loyd McIntosh, Sports Editor
CENTER POINT — We haven’t been able to say enough about the Center Point Eagles. Promoted back to 6A following four seasons in 5A, Center Point has defied expectations all year long. Led by one of the best head coaches in the area, George Bates, the Eagles finished the regular season 9-1, their lone loss to a Clay-Chalkville earlier in the season.
Center Point defensive back Antonio Garfield returns an interception during the Eagle’s first-round win over Jackson Olin, Friday, November 4. (Photo by Loyd McIntosh)
After the first week of the AHSAA football playoffs, the Eagles are the only team left following the early exits of Oxford, Pinson Valley, and, yes, the defending state champions Clay-Chalkville.
Center Point dismantled Jackson Olin on Friday, November 4, carried by the outstanding performances of running back Troy Bruce, quarterback Jabari Collier, and defensive back Antonio Garfield who had two interceptions in the win.
The last five state 6A titles have been won by Region 5 teams. We think Center Point has the talent to make it six in a row. They’re confident, well-coached, and are the Trussville Tribune’s Team of the Week.
