Hello Readers! I’m back with this weeks edition of Whats Up in Odenville!

The weight loss struggle has begun by putting down the sodas and picking up the water. I use the word “struggle” because that’s exactly what it is. I use soda as my wake-me-up, my pick-me-up and and my all around go-to drink 24/7. Unfortunately, my waist line and my stomach are suffering the consequences so I have vowed to put them down. Not forever, mind you. Just for NOW. That’s the best I can do.

Let’s get to the news.

OYAA will host a Spring Fling, Saturday, April 1 to coincide with opening day of baseball and softball season. Activities will include baseball and softball games, craft and food vendors, inflatables, face painting, Knocker Ball, karaoke, and horse rides. There will also be a drawing for a vacation package. The entire community is invited to a great day of fun. For more in for call Marlon at 205-540-8074 or go to www.odenvilleyouth.com

Congrats to Carly Skipper, age six of Odenville won the first grade division in the Queen of Hearts Pageant in Moody this past weekend. This is Carly’s second win in the Queen of Hearts Pageant as she won last year in the Kindergarten division. She loves riding horses at the new Heathermoor Farm in Moody. She also enjoys soccer, loves any adventure outdoors, hunting, fishing and 4 wheeler riding. When she gets older, Carly wants to be either an orthodontist or veterinarian. Way to go Carly!

Congrats to Kylee Harrell on signing a soccer scholarship to Spring Hill College in Mobile. Harrell has played soccer since she was just 4 years old, was the kicker for the SCCHS football team and was the fist female player in the county, and also played girls basketball as post and guard. Harrell will attend Spring hill for 4 years plans to study pre-med.

The SCCHS Wrestling Team had four members qualify for the AHSAA State Wrestling Tourney. Cody Connor, Max Miller, Skylar Mizzell, and Blake Wiggins took to the mats this mats weekend — placing in the semi-finals — with Skylar Mizzell and Max Miller both placing 3rd in the finals. Great job done by these young men.

Ethan Hushour scored a 269/300 in the Regional Archery Tournament held this past weekend at Pell City High School. Hushour was top shooter for SCCHS. Great job Ethan!!

Destiny Life Church is hosting a date night for Dads and Daughters to celebrate their relationship together Beauty and the Best – Daddy Daughter Date Night, Feb. 25, 6-8 p.m. in the Children’s Church Auditorium for 5th grade and under. Cost is $10.00 per family up to 4 people. The event includes dinner, dessert, a flower for your daughter(s), crafts, fun and a photo booth! You must register to attend. The deadline to register is Feb. 19.This is open to everyone in the community. If you or your daughter has food allergies please call the church office before you register. If you have any questions please call the church (205) 629-0332.

Majestic Outdoors is hosting a Bass Tournament Trail that starts this Saturday in Guntersville at the Bucky Howe ramp. Air horn blast at 6:00 am and weigh ins at 2:00 pm. $25 annual membership per team (cash or check) and $60 per tournament fee (cash only). For more info go to www.majoutdoors.com or email Tim Miller at tmiller@majoutdoors.com

Correction: Last week’s article had Brody Anderson listed as Cody Alverson. I apologize for the error.

The Odenville Bass Club got a trifecta in the ASABFA State Qualifier Feb.10-11 at Lake Martin! The team took First Place in the tournament, Jacob George and Brody Anderson along with Boat Captain Scott Holmes took home First Place for Boat, and Jacob George won First Place for Big Fish. This is Jacob’s fifth Big Fish win and Brody’s first win for Boat. How did they decide to fish at a club level? “I’ve always loved to fish and fish competitively” states George. “I saw a team was being put together and wanted to try it” says Anderson. Their strategy for the win? “We spent two days practicing. The first day we spent at the lower end of the lake without any success” says George. “We tried fishing up river and caught some good fish and decided to stay with that” says Anderson. When asked about a future in fishing both Anderson and George stated they would like to continue fishing competitive in college and career. Both agreed the team has come a long way and are especially thankful to Coach David George, the boat captains and all the sponsors that make the club possible.

Cody Corbin and Kyle Burtram took home eighth place for Boat. The entire team placed in the Top 25 for each boat. These guys are on FIRE! Great job!!

That’s all for this week! Send your Odenville news to odenvillenews@gmail.com