Week 4 has wrapped and the Under the Lights teams are back for Week 5. Hoover‑area high schools are gearing up for a slate of pivotal contests that could shape the Private‑AA and Class 6A region titles.
Briarwood (4‑0) vs. Madison Academy (3‑1) – Thursday, Sept. 17, 7 p.m., Lions Pride Stadium
Briarwood remains unbeaten after a dominant 42‑0 win over Lee‑Scott, holding the opposition to just 76 total yards. Madison Academy has rallied from an opening loss to post three straight shutouts, including a 52‑0 victory over Westminster Christian. This top‑five Private‑AA clash could be a deciding factor for the region crown. The Lions lead the series 3‑2 after a 41‑17 win in 2021.
Hoover (2‑2) at Oak Mountain (1‑3) – Friday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m., Heardmont Park
Hoover fell 30‑29 to Prattville after losing quarterback Kaleb Freeman to injury. Despite the setback, the Bucs rallied late, highlighted by DJ Waluyn’s pick‑six and a two‑point conversion that briefly put them ahead. Oak Mountain’s Kentrell Tolbert rushed for 171 yards and two touchdowns in a 43‑13 loss to Vestavia Hills. Both teams are looking to bounce back after region defeats. Hoover leads the all‑time series 24‑0.
Spain Park (3‑1) at Vestavia Hills (3‑1) – Friday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m., Thompson Reynolds Stadium
Spain Park’s CJ Davis ran for 129 yards against Thompson, but the Jaguars could not match the 48‑14 loss. Vestavia Hills responded with a balanced attack, as Charlie Taaffe threw for 324 yards and three touchdowns against Oak Mountain. This game will be crucial in determining the top half of the region standings. Vestavia Hills leads the series 15‑6.
Chelsea (0‑4) vs. Pelham (2‑2) – Friday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m., Chelsea High School
Chelsea is still searching for its first win, while Pelham needs a victory to stay in playoff contention. Both teams enter the matchup with open dates next week.
Mountain Brook (2‑2) at Chilton County (0‑4) – Friday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m., Tiger Stadium, Clanton
Mountain Brook snapped a two‑game skid with 279 rushing yards and a shutout of Helena. Chilton County, fresh off a narrow 28‑21 loss to Calera, will look to earn its first win. The programs have never met before.
Homewood (3‑1) at Helena (2‑1) – Friday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m., Husky Stadium, Helena
Homewood surged with five unanswered touchdowns after a tied first quarter, highlighted by Beckham Newell’s receptions. Helena will try to rebound from a 37‑0 shutout loss to Mountain Brook.
John Carroll (2‑2) vs. Lee‑Scott (0‑4) – Friday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m., Pat Sullivan Field
John Carroll’s Harry White threw for 177 yards and two touchdowns, while sophomore Aven McCall added two rushing scores in a 44‑0 win over St. John Paul II. Lee‑Scott continues to struggle early in the season.
Hewitt‑Trussville (3‑1) vs. Prattville (4‑0) – Friday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m., Hewitt‑Trussville Stadium
Hewitt‑Trussville opened with four first‑quarter touchdowns, powered by Jack Floyd’s 258‑yard, four‑touchdown passing performance. Prattville needed a last‑second touchdown to edge Hoover, with Will McKay finding Deshawn Hall for the game‑winner. Both teams remain unbeaten in Class 6A, Region 3.
Clay‑Chalkville (3‑1) vs. Oxford (4‑0) – Friday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m., Cougar Stadium
Clay‑Chalkville started strong, scoring on the opening play and routing Southside‑Rainbow City 55‑3 last week. Oxford entered the week riding a string of lopsided victories, including a 41‑7 win over Pell City. This will be the inaugural game at the newly built Cougar Stadium.
All games will be streamed on the Under the Lights social channels. Fans are encouraged to follow the action on X and Facebook for live updates throughout the week.
Original reporting: Hoover Sun — read the source article.
