BY THE NUMBERS8 – Average total of wins the last three seasons. After the program had struggled for several years, Coach Tinker has the Hornets expecting to contend for the playoffs each season.5 – Returning starters on the offensive line. Whoever takes over as the main ball carrier will have plenty of help up front.4 – Road games during a five-week stretch, including three road region contests that could determine the Hornets’ playoff chances.SCHEDULEAug. 31 AddisonSept. 7 West End*Sept. 14 at Westbrook Christian*Sept. 21 at Fyffe*Sept. 28 at Cherokee CountyOct. 5 Section*Oct. 12 at North Sand Mountain*Oct. 19 Gaston*Oct. 26 at Sand Rock*Nov. 1 Sylvania* Region 6-2A game
IDER HORNETS
Coach: Brent Tinker (10th year, 39-56 here and overall
Stadium: Wayne C. Hardman Field
Address: 1064 Crabapple Lane, Ider, AL 35981
RECENT HISTORY
With a stout offensive line led by all-state right tackle Hunter Townson, the Hornets used a power run game to qualify for the 2A playoffs once again. Senior running back Teague Whitaker carried most of the offensive load, helping Ider win seven regular-season games. The Hornets traveled to Oakman in the first round and never recovered after falling behind early, making a second straight first-round exit. Here’s a look at the regular-season win total for the last five years: