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Tragedy, Faith, and Football on Old Shell Road | Birmingham News
This year’s Battle of Old Shell Road carries a soul-shattering weight as both UMS-Wright and St. Paul’s grapple with the tragic loss of former players Walter Hensley and Mark Mostellar in a fire, followed by the deaths of James Hand and Kristen Delaney in boating accidents. The community is united in grief, prompting players and coaches to refocus on faith, relationships, and living in the moment. St. Paul’s honors Hensley by retiring his number 12, awarded to strong safety Bo Ladner — who admits he initially voted for someone else. With the AHSAA’s realignment turning this rivalry into a…
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