Hunting for Change
by Kristi Skipper klskipper01@gmail.com
An intriguing story is brewing in Hope Hull on the computer keyboard of native Jackson Owen, a 2008 graduate of Hooper Academy.
As is often the case with most writers, Jackson has always loved to write. He said, “My mother married into the military and traveled the world, and I got to tag along with her. To pass the time on airplanes, trains, and subways, I would write.”
Jackson loves history and storytelling. So writing gave him an outlet to express himself in a creative way.
The inspiration for the story began when Jackson, along with two other men in his family, attended the funeral of Sam Henry, a friend of his family who just happened to be black.
Jackson and his family members were the only white people in attendance at the funeral, and they were welcomed and treated like the family.
The racial barriers were broken with respect and kindness. This
unlikely bond resonated with him. Their families had been intertwined for generations, and the color of their skin was never an issue.
After spending a lot of time in prayer asking God to direct him on the path for his life, Jackson said he “took real people, real situations, real places with real history and spun this story” of an unlikely friendship forged amongst
the evil of hatred and all that it brings.
He pointed out, “This book was inspired by God to bring everybody together during a divisive time.”
Jackson’s love for storytelling and his desire to share the gospel culminate in this inspiring story, OUR RIVER JORDAN, that follows two families, one black and one white, from 1865 to 1979.
Jackson said, “This book is about God, love, family, and friendships.
It tells the story of two thirteenyear-old boys and their descendants and how they maintained and built an unbreakable bond during our nation’s darkest days. It is a story of hope, love, and faith. It highlights our need for a relationship with
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PHOTOS: Courtesy of Jackson Owen
Jackson is devoted to his family, hunting, writing, and his Lord.
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Jesus if we truly want to have unconditional love in our hearts.”
OUR RIVER JORDAN is an adult Christian fiction novel that can touch the heart of anyone struggling with racism, hatred, or violence. The manuscript is complete and has been passed along to editors for
review. Jackson hopes to get the novel published and delivered to bookstores in the near future.
Many of the facts in this book were obtained from newsletters published by the Pintlala Historical Association.
Jackson’s grandfather, Paschal Henry “P.H.” Owen, had a general store near the
intersection of Wasden and Mason Roads.
One of Jackson’s ancestors was among the first citizens of Montgomery and helped build some of the buildings along Dexter Avenue and other areas. That ancestor moved to Hope Hull, and the rest is history. His roots here are deep.
Jackson Owen and his wife, Brooke, share two children,
2025 Pintlala Softball Season
by Casey Ray clray31@gmail.com
The summer softball season has returned to Pintlala, and the energy around town is unmistakable. The 2025 Pintlala Softball League officially kicked off on Monday, June 2, and games have been going strong ever since.
With divisions for players as young as three all the way up through high school, the league continues to be a beloved part of the community's summer routine.
This year's lineup features four teams in the T-Ball division (ages 3-6), four teams in the Middle division (ages 7-11), and three teams in the Older division (ages 12-17). Dozens of local youth are getting a chance to build their skills, learn teamwork, and make
memories on the diamond. Much of the league's success is thanks to the dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly in the weeks leading up to the season to prepare the field Pintlala's one and only softball diamond. From mowing and lining the field to repairing fences and prepping the dugouts, their hard work behind the scenes is what makes game days possible.
And it wouldn't be summer softball without the league's popular concession stand. Offering a wide variety of snacks, cold drinks, and classic ballpark favorites, the stand is always buzzing with families grabbing a bite between innings.
Whether you're craving a frozen pickle pop or a plate of loaded fries, the concessions are
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definitely worth a visit. The adult league has also seen impressive growth this year, with eight teams taking the field every week. Currently, adult games are played one night a week, bringing together players of all skill levels for some friendly competition and community fun.
With high interest and plans to expand to twelve teams next year, organizers are already considering adding a second night of play to the weekly schedule in 2026.
Any adults who want to get in on the action are encouraged to speak up this season to claim one of the four new spots expected to open up.
Looking ahead, playoff games are scheduled for Thursday, July 24, and championship
Catherine and John Henry, and the family lives on the Pintlala Creek between Hope Hull and Pintlala. Jackson owns a lawn maintenance company, Montgomery Lawn Service, and is the founder of Sacred Hunt, a Christian outdoor ministry that focuses on sharing the gospel through the outdoors. He spends most of his time with family, hunting, or writing.
games will take place on Monday, July 28.
The season will wrap up with Pintlala's highly anticipated Trophy and Closing Ceremony on Tuesday, July 29. A true community celebration, the event features good food, plenty of fun, and an impressive fireworks display that draws a crowd every year.
Whether you're watching a tiny T-Baller swing for the fences or catching a close adult league matchup, there's something special about softball season in Pintlala.
It's not just about the game it's about community, connection, and good old-fashioned summer fun.
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by Karon Bailey pintlalahistorical association.com
You don’t like to study history? But you are a part of it. You are in the middle of it now. Your farm, your land, your ancestors, your children; you are making history as you live.
That is exciting!
• Do you know what “Pintlala” means?
• Do you know who managed Mosley’s Store before the Hatchers?
• Have you heard about the cold-case murder in Pintlala?
• Do you recognize names like Henry, Tankersley, Shackelford or Hall?
• Do you know what President commissioned the Federal Road to be built?
• What President has visited Pintlala Elementary School twice?
Recording and verifying facts and genealogy is important to preserving the history of a community such as Pintlala. Landowners, cemeteries, churches, roads, photographs, and many other entities contribute to the continual study of the past.
In 1987 a local group of citizens formed the Pintlala Historical Association to preserve and perpetuate stories of this great community and in south Montgomery County, as well.
An excerpt from the premier issue of their newsletter in
January 1987 states: “We hope that you will share this with a prospective member. Future issues, which should be mailed, will include a recap of the meetings, interesting trivia about our community forefathers and a ‘bulletin board’ for our members with information concerning family research, etc. Any items of interest should be submitted to Susan Brown or Ethel Todd.
An enthusiastic and large organizational meeting took place at the Pintlala Baptist Church on January 25, 1987. Gary Burton acted as the moderator. Issues concerning organizing the association were discussed. A committee was appointed to select a slate of prospective officers and make recommendations concerning dues. At this time, we are pleased to have 45 registered members representing Pintlala, Hope Hull, Fleta, LeGrand, Snowdoun, Sankey, Mt. Carmel, Davenport, Sellers Station, Sprague Junction, Bethlehem, Tabernacle and Ada.”
Under the exceptional leadership of Ethel Tankersley
Todd a movement began that has documented years of research and investigation. Newsletters have been published almost four times a year since 1987 and have been archived on the PHA website at pintlalahistoricalassociation .com.
These papers have family stories, records, photographs, and personal letters of people who have left footprints for you and your family.
The PHA meets the third Sunday of the first month in a
quarter (January, April, July, October) at the Pintlala Baptist Church at 2:30 p.m. Annual membership is $25.00. Guest speakers provide fascinating and engaging information about our local area.
Contact Alice Carter at 334.281.3708 for more information.
Join us for our next Pintlala Historical Association Meeting, Sunday, July 20, 2:30 p.m. at Pintlala Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome!
Other resources for local historical information can be found at the Montgomery County Historical Society, Crenshaw County Historical Society, Inc, Pike County Historical Society, Butler County Historical and Genealogical Society, and Alabama Archives and History. You are a part of history.
What an exciting time to live in Pintlala, Alabama!
Dr.DaleHuff,InterimPastor
American—International Charolais
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
American-International Charolais Association
Announces Frank Ellis Elected President of Board of Directors Longtime AICA member and respected cattle producer selected to lead the American-International Charolais Association
Kansas City, MO – May 12, 2025 – The American International Charolais Association (AICA) is pleased to announce that Frank Ellis has been elected President of the AICA Board of Directors, effective immediately. Ellis succeeds Michael Sturgess, who is stepping down after two years of dedicated leadership.
“Frank is the right leader at the right time,” said Michael Sturgess, outgoing Board President. “His insight into breed challenges, combined with a pragmatic, solutionsoriented mindset, makes him uniquely qualified to steer the organization forward. I couldn’t be more confident in where his leadership.
As board president, Ellis will focus on strengthening member services, expanding partnerships inside and out of the association, and advocating for the Charolais breed.
“Frank has earned the respect of both our members and the broader industry for his unwavering commitment to our mission,” said Brett Spader, Executive Vice President of the AICA. “His collaborative leadership style and deep operational expertise are already energizing our team and setting the tone for an ambitious new chapter.”
“I am honored to be serving as president of the AICA Board of Directors,” said Ellis. “I look forward to working with the board,
members and breeders to continue growing and promoting our association. We have many innovative projects in development, and it is truly an exciting time to be in the Charolais business.”
Ellis will work closely with AICA staff and board members to continue advancing the organization’s mission of empowering independent community advertisers through advocacy, education, and innovation.
For more information on the American-International Charolais Association and its programs for marketing Charolais-influenced cattle, visit www.charolaisusa.com.
The American-International Charolais Association serves the beef industry by
advantages of Charolais and Charolais-influenced cattle. AICA supports commercial producers by providing scientifically-backed data and technologies that enhance genetic selection and improve cattle performance in all segments of the beef industry.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Brett Spader Executive Vice President bspader@charolaisusa.com (816) 464-2474 Ext. 101
American-International Charolais Association 11700 N.W. Plaza CircleKansas City, Missouri 64153 - (816) 464-5977www.charolaisusa.com
Frank Ellis and his wife Linda have two adult children and live in theSteep Creek Community.
PHOTO: Courtesy of Frank Ellis
Frank Ellis is a leader in the Charolais world.
PHOTO: Courtesy of Frank Ellis
They Have More Fun At School These Days
STEM Fun Week!
Our students had an exciting time exploring new STEM challenges! Younger students kicked off their coding journey with Kodable Education, diving into sequential coding concepts and building their problem-solving skills. Older students designed and built marshmallow catapults, learning about the parts of a catapult, how they work, measurement, and Newton’s Laws of Motion with plenty of hands-on fun (and flying marshmallows)!
Look out world here comes the rising 6th graders who graduated on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
Week 1 of Summer Learning at Pintlala Elementary is in the books! We wrapped up a fun and productive week with a Beach Dress-Up Day and a refreshing watermelon snack to celebrate our hard work. A huge thank you to The Barefoot Belle for generously providing the delicious watermelon it was the perfect treat for our little learners! Here’s to more learning and laughter in the weeks ahead!
These bright children graduated from K-4 on Friday, May 16, 2025.
by Ellen Murray pintlalacirc@mccpl.lib.al.us
The Pintlala Branch Library welcomed a special guest speaker on Wednesday, June 11. Russ McKinney (right) is a Solar System Ambassador for NASA and their Jet Propulsion Laboratory. He visits schools and libraries and other groups around Alabama to talk about space and answer questions about things like planets, comets, black holes, galaxies, nebulas, the birth and death of stars and so much more. Russ is also an accomplished astrophotographer and brought
with him pictures he has taken with special camera equipment of the beauty and vastness of the cosmos. Many members of the Pintlala community came out to hear Russ speak and the library was proud to host such an interesting program.
We also had a great time learning about magnets and movies and slime over the summer! Oh, my! Making quilts and extracting DNA from strawberries was a blast. We are having lots of fun this summer at Pintlala Branch Library! Thank you, Alabama
Department of Archives and History for your help with many programs.
All photos courtesy of Ellen Murray.
A Grand Heritage TICKLING THE KEYS OF TIME
extra notes and frills when she wasn’t present. I don’t play by ear, but I do get creative sometimes. By the age of nine, I was playing for a church mission near our home and continued as their pianist until I graduated from nursing school and completed one year of college.
During the early years, I played Mozart and Tchaikovsky’s classics, Scott Joplin’s ragtime, and other various genres. I had a song for every heartbreak and disappointment, as well as for every joy and celebration.
I even taught piano lessons to a few young enthusiasts looking to learn the basics. Theory was not my strong point, but just playing for pure enjoyment was my focus.
fun to add a little humor to worship.
When my husband and I moved to New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in 1969, it did not take long for Gary to realize I needed a piano for therapy, so we bought a small spinet piano.
Mother came to live with us in 1995, and the baby grand came to its home in Pintlala. Now I had two pianos. Paradise. When our daughter moved with her family to Daphne in 2001, she inherited the piano for her new home. One of her three sons took piano lessons and progressed to playing many instruments and leading a fantastic band called Luke Brown and the Jubilee.
By Jerrie Burton jerrieburton@charter.net
Finding it another home broke my heart, but how many homes can accommodate such a large piece of furniture? The emotional attachment to those black and white keys on my baby grand piano is far deeper than just fond memories. They are the embodiment of who I am today. Here’s my story. At the age of eight (70 years ago), my mother agreed to let me take piano lessons. She bought a used baby grand piano for $200, which was a great deal of money for our family. My father died when I was five years old, and my mother was
raising three young children on a very small income. Mother lovingly refinished the piano, and it sat impressively in our small living room.
Mrs. Kent gave me lessons two days a week at 6:30 a.m. Looking back, I wish I had practiced more, but I quickly learned to sight-read music on the first round and how to “fake it” very well for everyone but Mrs. Kent. She insisted I play hymns from the Baptist hymnal just as they were written without any additions.
Hymnal music is some of the most difficult music to play, so I learned to embellish it with
I would raise the windows in the living room, and the neighbors along the street would sit on their porches and listen to me practice. They were hard up for entertainment in our small community. Saturday nights were my concerts for family members.
The baby grand piano and my soul became one. I played with enthusiasm and aggression. My style developed into one of passion and expression, which continues today as I play for the Pintlala Baptist Church.
One of the benefits of playing the piano at the same church for over 50 years is that I can step out of the traditional offertory mode and subtly blend in the Alabama or Auburn fight songs. It is such
A few weeks ago, my daughter and her husband moved into a smaller home in Bay Minette and did not have the space for the baby grand piano. We had to make a difficult decision about a new home for part of my soul.
After putting it on the market, Alyssa, the owner of a quaint bridal shop called The Bridal Loft in Pensacola, Florida, offered to buy it for the shop’s sitting room. I was thrilled because I knew my piano would bring joy and appreciation to many onlookers during a beautiful time in their lives.
Maybe a pianist will sit down and play “Chopsticks” or “The Love of God” on those black and white keys one day. I can only hope.
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PHOTO: Courtesy of Dana Burton Brown
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Yes, my piano now has a new home, but if it can’t be with my family, I think Alyssa’s wedding shop is the perfect landing spot. The strings, pedals, and keys that brought me such happiness is now in
one of the happiest places, one filled with love and new beginnings.
I’ve had a glorious time tickling the ivories of that magnificent instrument and have been blessed in abundance by the sacrificial gift from my mother many
July 1, 2025
AlaHA Announces Leadership Transition: Dr. Don Williamson to Retire, Danne Howard Named First Woman President & CEO
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Hospital Association (AlaHA) today announced that Dr. Don Williamson will retire as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2025. Concurrently, the AlaHA Board of Trustees has selected Danne Howard as his successor, marking the first time a woman will lead the Association.
Dr. Williamson has served as President and CEO since November 2015, guiding AlaHA through an era of significant challenges. His leadership during the COVID-
19 pandemic provided steady and decisive guidance to Alabama’s hospitals. In the post-pandemic environment, marked by evolving financial pressures and structural shifts, Dr. Williamson remained a vocal and steadfast advocate for access to high-quality care, particularly for underserved populations.
“Don has been a trusted leader and a tireless advocate for better health in Alabama,” said Vernon Johnson, Chair of the AlaHA Board of Trustees and CEO of Dale Medical Center. “His steady hand during the pandemic, his commitment to access to care, and his lifetime of service have left a lasting mark on our healthcare system. We are deeply grateful f or his dedication and proud to honor his extraordinary contributions.”
With Dr. Williamson’s retirement, the Association will welcome new leadership under Danne Howard, who brings nearly three decades of experience with AlaHA, most recently as Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer. Ms. Howard has played a central role in the Association’s
years ago. God has gifted everyone with the beauty of music and with the emotions it evokes and memories it stirs when the melodies are heard, but He has also blessed me with the beauty, emotions, and memories of playing beautiful music for Him and for those I
encounter – a gift I did not deserve but for which I am so, so grateful. Thanks be to God…and to my loving, generous mom!
- Jerrie Burton May 12, 2025
advocacy, policy development, operations, and emergency preparedness. She has represented Alabama’s hospitals at the state and national levels with strength, skill, and consistency.
“Danne is a highly respected voice in healthcare with a long-standing track record of success,” said AlaHA Board Chair Vernon Johnson. “Her leadership is guided by a clear sense of purpose and a deep dedication to the health and well-being of Alabamians. Danne brings the experience, insight, and vision necessary to lead the Association forward in this new chapter.”
https://www.alaha.org/news/ alaha-announces-first-womanpresident-and-ceo
Danne brings nearly 30 years of experience with the Association and has been instrumental in shaping its advocacy, operations, and emergency preparedness efforts. She will be the first woman to serve in this role, leading AlaHA with a clear purpose and a deep dedication to the health of all Alabamians.
Danne is the daughter of Helen Jordan Arnold and the late Charles Jordan. She is a 1979 graduate of Hooper Academy. Her roots in Pintlala will be felt in healthcare across the state.
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Keeping America Free
David West dwest245@hotmail.com
We celebrate the 4th of July as the birthday of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. But it is more than that, it is a celebration of the birth of a nation.
Ronald Reagan once said that “the price of freedom is costly, but costlier still is the loss of that freedom.”
On April 19, 1775, a colonial minuteman while guarding the Old North Bridge fired the first shot at advancing British troops.
This became known as “The shot heard around the world.” It was the opening volley of America’s Revolutionary War. Today that shot still echoes around the world, as the people of country after country strive to gain the freedoms that we enjoy as Americans.
There are 193 member nations of the UN. America is the only nation in the history of the world that has the guaranteed freedoms that we possess. Our flag is the symbol of that freedom to all the world.
My belief is that the first blood for our freedom was not shed at Bunker Hill. I think it was shed on another hill called Calvary almost 1800 years prior. Jesus Christ was hung on a cross to bleed and die for our eternal salvation and our eternal freedom.
God had a plan to ordain and establish the freest nation to ever exist on this earth. Even though it took nearly 1800
than any force that can be brought against us.
years, we must remember that God works in his own time.
The price paid to secure and preserve our freedom has been 1,303,642 lives lost on the battlefields since that day in April of 1775. The greatest loss in the Civil War where 620,000 soldiers died to preserve our Union. More than all our major wars combined.
Where did our soldiers pay the price for freedom?
Yorktown, Saratoga, Bunker Hill, Gettysburg, Antitum, The Argonne Forest, Normandy, Salerno, The Kasserine Pass, Porkchop Hill, and the thousands of jungles and rice paddies of a place called Vietnam.
In his Gettysburg Address Lincoln made this profound statement: “that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion, that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain, that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom, and that government
of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.”
Today we witness every day the demonstrations of hatred against the Jews, Christians, and Muslims and anyone who does not look or think like the haters. How did the country we love become like this?
First, I think that as a nation we turned our face away from God. And then we became apathetic.
Remember the words of Edmund Burke “the only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.”
The three greatest documents in the history of mankind are the Holy Bible, The Declaration of Independence, and the Constitution of the United States of America. These three documents are the only guide we need to stop the hate and divisiveness permeating our society.
So, what do we do? Pray! The power of prayer is mightier
Next, the ballot box is mightier than any politician. Know who you are voting for. Don’t fall into the trap of voting for a particular party. Political parties have never done anything for America. It’s the individual people in those parties who determine the wellbeing of America and its citizens. If a Democrat is the best person for the office, then vote for them. The same applies to the Republicans. Be an independent thinker. Vote for the ones who seek wisdom from God and not from within themselves.
When Benjamin Franklin walked out of Independence Hall after signing the Constitution a lady shouted out “Dr. Franklin, do we have a Monarchy or a Republic?” To which Franklin replied, “Madam, we have a republic, if we can keep it.”
Remember, the price of freedom is costly, but costlier still is the loss of that freedom. Let us resolve to honor all the lives sacrificed upon the altar of freedom and do our part to preserve those freedoms.
David West, born in 1942, grew up in Dothan, Alabama. He served in Air National Goard with two years active duty in various assignments. He was married to the late Caro Kemp and they moved to Montgomery in 1964. He has two children, David, Jr, and Andrea; and two granddaughters and 4 great grandchildren. He lives in Hope Hull.
PHOTO: Courtesy of Jerrie Burton
News From the PVFD
by Pat Hatcher sholland@pintlalafire.com
If you live anywhere near Highway 31 in Montgomery County, and are south of the Montgomery city limits, you are served by Pintlala Volunteer Fire Department.
We cover fire and emergency medical needs. Pintlala VFD has qualified personnel Monday through Friday, but is in need of volunteers for the evenings and weekends.
To get in touch with us, call Fire Chief Shawn Holland at 33a4.300.8527 or stop by the station on Federal Road Monday–Friday between 7 and 5.
We want to show you our equipment and talk to you about getting involved. Pintlala is a community of strong and kindhearted people.
The needs are assorted, and training is available. If you are interested in making a difference, getting to know your neighbors, or simply finding in need, we would like to talk to you.
Let's work together to keep our residents safe and healthy. Pintlala strong!
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PHOTOS: Courtesy of Jerrie Burton
Join our team and serve your community. Pintlala strong!
Hooper Academy Gears Up for a Bright Future CELEBRATES 2025 GRADUATES
by Judy Reeves jreeves@hooperacademy.org
As summer settles in, Hooper Academy reflects on a season of celebration, achievement, and forward momentum. We are incredibly proud of our graduating class of 2025, who walked across the stage this past May, ready to embrace the next chapter of their lives.
These young men and women have left a lasting impact on our school community, and we are confident they will continue to represent Hooper Academy with excellence in everything they pursue.
While we bid farewell to our seniors, the energy on campus remains strong as summer activities are already in full swing. Our summer has gotten off to a fantastic start, filled with community involvement and opportunities to engage the youth in our area.
Hooper Academy proudly hosted youth softball and basketball camps that brought together boys and girls from across the region. These camps focused not only on skill development, but also on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun. The turnout was excellent, and we were thrilled to see so many young athletes inspired by the coaches and volunteers who helped make the events successful.
We will also be hosting a youth volleyball camp July 15th & 16th from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm for
girls in grades 2nd – 7th .
Please contact jhayes@hooperacademy.org for more details.
Another exciting highlight from this summer has been the success of our cheerleading squad. Our Varsity cheerleaders traveled to Troy University to compete in their annual summer competition, and we are beyond proud to share that they returned as state champions for the fourth consecutive year!
This remarkable accomplishment speaks to the hard work, dedication, and spirit of our cheerleaders, coaches, and supporters. Their commitment to excellence continues to set a high standard, and their energy helps fuel school pride throughout the year.
Our JV cheerleaders also competed and are the State Runners-Up. We are so proud of these squads!! Go Colts!
Looking ahead, we are using the summer months to prepare for continued growth and progress at Hooper Academy. We are committed to providing a strong academic foundation, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and a nurturing environment where each student can thrive. As we plan for the upcoming school year, we are making improvements around campus, strengthening our programs, and finding ways to better serve our families.
We are especially excited about the increasing interest in our school and the opportunity to welcome new students and families to the Hooper community. Growth is both a blessing and a responsibility, and we are focused on making
sure that every child who walks through our doors is given the tools, support, and
encouragement to succeed both in and out of the classroom.
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PHOTO: Courtesy of Hooper Academy
Softball Camp 2025 got these athletes heated up for competition.
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A great workout for the Smaller Ballers Basketball Camp 2025.
These gifted girls were Varsity Small Squad Champions.
JV Medium Squad Runners-Up put on a great expedition for Hooper.
Smaller Ballers Basketball Camp 2025 developed some winning athletes.
PHOTO: Courtesy of Hooper Academy
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