Friday Night Lights: Shades Valley vs. Woodlawn - High School Huddle's Season Opener
Friday night football has made its triumphant return to Alabama, and WVTM 13's High School Huddle is your go-to source for all the exciting action happening under the Friday night lights. As the top teams in Central Alabama battle it out on the field, WVTM 13 Sports Director Julian Mitchell is on the scene, providing exclusive coverage from stadiums across the state. Kicking off the 2025 season, our first featured matchup will be Shades Valley taking on Woodlawn. Both teams are eager to make their mark this season, with Woodlawn aiming to break their playoff drought since 2011, while Shades Valley is looking to return to the playoffs after a five-year absence. The Mounties are also ushering in a new era with veteran head coach George Bates at the helm, bringing his impressive track record from Center Point, where he led the team to seven consecutive playoff appearances. In their last meeting, Shades Valley emerged victorious with a 41-20 win over Woodlawn, who hasn't defeated Shades Valley since 2002. Stay tuned for live score updates and catch all the highlights on-air at 10 p.m. as we showcase the best plays, tackles, touchdowns, and turnovers of the night. Don't miss out on the action – download the WVTM 13 app for the latest sports updates and stay connected with your favorite teams throughout the season.