Georgia National Guard Plans Military Flyover at Corky Kell Classic

In high school football, Therrell Panthers, led by head coach B.J. Jamison since 2021, have achieved back-to-back playoff appearances for the first time in program history and aim to build on this success despite losing key graduates. Returning offensive standouts like Antwon Young and Jayden Williams, along with a strong defensive core including all-region players Boston Carr, Deandre Bell, and Justin Glee, are expected to lead the team this season. In baseball, vintage baseball games were held at the Greater Alliance Carnation Festival featuring teams from northern Ohio, with players using traditional uniforms and 19th-century rules, celebrating America's baseball heritage. Reflecting on baseball history, 2025 marks 107 years since the 1918 World Series where Babe Ruth pitched a shutout, and military flyovers—now a common feature at sporting events—will make their debut at the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic high school football opener with a Georgia National Guard helicopter flyover. Additionally, Auburn native Tim Locastro, currently with the Arizona Diamondbacks, is remembered for hitting his first major league home run at Yankee Stadium, an event cherished by his family and local community. These stories highlight both the rich traditions and evolving celebrations of American sports culture across different levels and eras.